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Iran
United States
Donald Trump
Israel
Trump Administration
Jeffrey Epstein
Strait Of Hormuz
Tariffs
Artificial Intelligence
President Trump
ICE
Donald J. Trump
Department Of Homeland Security
Greenland
Iran War
ABC News
Cuba
Cornell University
NATO
Nancy Guthrie

A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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A Trump donor claims Amb. Kimberly Guilfoyle asked for $100,000 for help from the Trump family. Federal prosecutors charge deposed Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro with torture crimes. And sailors aboard the USS Lincoln finally return home from a ... more

Lawyers for Christa Pike say she is alive and speaking following a botched execution attempt. Republican candidates are increasingly breaking from President Trump on debate stages. And a couple is under arrest in California after allegedly raising mo... more

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Student-led protests in France spread across dozens of cities, with hundreds of arrests. ABC investigates the phenomenon of sinkholes left by abandoned mines. And Starbucks faces a lawsuit over its “sugar-free” drinks menu.

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The U.S. Supreme Court begins its fall term by considering an environmental suit against oil companies. Voice recordings show Cornell student “Jane Doe” confronting the man she accused of orchestrating a gang rape. And several polls show Democrats pu... more

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Cana Whitworth
ABC News LA Correspondent
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Episode: Christa Pike Is Alive. And Angry.
Faith Aboube
ABC News Reporter
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Episode: Christa Pike Is Alive. And Angry.
Tom Sufi Burrage
Foreign correspondent based in Paris
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Episode: Why Student Protests Took Over France
Jay O'Brien
Investigative journalist leading the mining underclass story
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Episode: Why Student Protests Took Over France
Devin Dwyer
ABC News Senior Washington Reporter
ABC News
Episode: Supreme Court’s New Term: Wildfires & ‘Zombie Forests’
Emily Guskin
ABC News Polling Director
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Episode: Supreme Court’s New Term: Wildfires & ‘Zombie Forests’
Olivia Rubin
Investigative reporter
ABC News
Episode: Cornell’s ‘Defining Moment’
Peter Haralambos
ABC News reporter following the case
ABC News
Episode: A Lethal Injection Failed to Kill Her. Twice.
Tom Sufi-Burridge
ABC News foreign correspondent in Tel Aviv
ABC News
Episode: A Lethal Injection Failed to Kill Her. Twice.

Hosts

Brad Mielke
Host of Start Here; ABC News. Regular lead anchor providing daily briefing and host-voiced analysis.
Mike Dabosky
Host with substitute hosting duties noted in episodes; ABC News contributor.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9.6k ratings
  • Love it!

    I start my day with this because I like to know what’s going on. Clear, concise, and a bit of humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mckmck1
    United States2 days ago
  • Asks the question the listeners want to know

    I have known Brad a long time and from a young age he asked great questions. It came from wanting clarity and that still drives him. He also has a fun sense of humor. You can hear his big smile. My mornings always Start Here. Keep smiling and asking good questions! All the best to your great team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lord of The Yukon
    United States8 days ago
  • Favorite Morning Pod

    Start Here is one of the sources of info early in the am. Brad is a wonderful host with an upbeat & positive narration even when it’s a negative piece.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tolbe Mom
    United States10 days ago
  • Brad Mielke makes me a laugh

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for years. I always think of commenting, but never do. Finally when Brad said that if they called the parachuting, he might be into it, but it’s the falling that gets him. I laughed out loud and was compelled to write. Thanks for being part of my morning routine. You always make my day a little bit better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SEnostories
    United States10 days ago
  • Five Star Episode Title

    Clear reporting and a sense of humor to boot? Yes. Thank you. Whichever staffer titled the show “That’s What Xi Said” deserves a bag of donut holes and whatever mocha-choka-latte they choose tomorrow. You all are the best!

    Apple Podcasts
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    TheHenPen
    United States14 days ago

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Generally praised for concise, clear briefings and on-the-ground reporting.
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A few criticize excessive advertising relative to content while others enjoy the sponsor reads.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Student Protests Took Over France
Q: Can we also talk about race and class here?
Brad raises the question of whether race and religion are driving factors, but the correspondent argues that the movement in France is rooted in broad social and economic issues touching the whole society, rather than a single demographic.
Curtains for the Kennedy Center?
Q: What sparked the debate about the Kennedy Center's name and its funding for renovations?
The board voted to rename the Kennedy Center in honor of President Trump, triggering a federal court order and a clash over a long-standing statute that DC's memorial to John F. Kennedy must remain the centerpiece, which then led to legal battles and plans to close the center for renovations.
What Happened with Grand Canyon Flash Flood?
Q: Walk us through the latest.
The guest outlines the current status of Iranian economic pressures, ongoing shipping disruptions, and the tactical moves by both the US and Iran, emphasizing that escalation has shifted from kinetic actions to economic and logistical challenges in the Strait of Hormuz.
Introducing 'What Happened to the McStays?'
Q: What was the significance of the Isuzu Trooper in the investigation?
The missing vehicle was later located, towed from a border-adjacent parking lot, which connected the case to possible movements toward Mexico and deepened the mystery around the family's disappearance.
Introducing 'What Happened to the McStays?'
Q: What led detectives to consider foul play despite no obvious crime signs at first?
The combination of unusual domestic clues (untidy home, leftover perishables, an unattended car miles away near the border, and the dogs left outside) and the lack of communication from the family prompted investigators to treat it as potentially more than a simple disappearance.

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What is Start Here about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise daily briefing of top news with 20-minute episodes, anchored by a steady host and a rotating roster of ABC News correspondents and experts. The show covers politics, international affairs, economics, and public health with on-the-ground reporting, fast analysis, and sponsor reads interspersed throughout. Guests span political reporters, legal analysts, health officials, and field reporters, providing context, fact-based explanations, and firsthand updates. Notable strengths include brisk pacing, clear explainers, and a habit of pairing high-stakes stories with practical, day-to-day implications. Potential listeners who want compact, straight-to-the-point coverage with occasional expert depth will likely find it compelling. A few e... more

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2. Faith Aboube
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