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The FRONTLINE Dispatch

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FRONTLINE Editor-in-Chief and Executive Producer Raney Aronson-Rath sits down with journalists and filmmakers for probing conversations about the investigative journalism that drives each FRONTLINE documentary and the stories that shape our time.

Produced at FRONTLINE’s headquarters at GBH and powered by PRX.

The FRONTLINE Dispatch is made possible by the Abrams Foundation Journalism Initiative.

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Latest Episodes

RFK Jr. ascends to the top ranks of government. Raney Aronson-Rath and filmmaker Michael Kirk examine his alliance with President Donald Trump, his rise to Secretary of Health and Human Services, and his efforts to turn his long-held beliefs into fed... more

As COVID-19 upends daily life, RFK Jr. emerges as a leading voice of dissent. Continuing FRONTLINE’s serialized audio adaptation of The Rise of RFK Jr., Raney Aronson-Rath and filmmaker Michael Kirk examine how the pandemic unified his beliefs, expan... more

RFK Jr. emerges from a turbulent adolescence determined to reclaim his legacy. Raney Aronson-Rath and filmmaker Michael Kirk trace his rise as an environmental advocate—and the private contradictions that complicated his public mission—continuing FRO... more

How did Robert F. Kennedy Jr. evolve from Democratic political heir to MAGA-aligned power player? Host Raney Aronson-Rath and filmmaker Michael Kirk trace his path from Hickory Hill to the Trump administration and introduce FRONTLINE’s serialized aud... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Kirk
Director of The Rise of RFK Jr.
Episode: The Rise of RFK Jr., Part 3: A Movement Finds Its Moment
Jezza Neumann
Director of the documentary 'Born Poor'
FRONTLINE
Episode: Born Poor: A 14-Year Journey into Childhood Poverty and its Consequences
Kaylie Hegwood
A central figure in the documentary who has lived through childhood poverty
Episode: Born Poor: A 14-Year Journey into Childhood Poverty and its Consequences
Shalena Jordan
Daughter of Nola and Robert Ramsor, a couple missing after Hurricane Helene
Episode: ‘Unprepared, Part One: Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning’ (from NPR’s Up First)
Chuck Edwards
Congressman representing a western part of North Carolina, previously served in the state legislature
Episode: ‘Unprepared, Part One: Hurricane Helene’s Deadly Warning’ (from NPR’s Up First)
Kara Lam
Rob's ex-wife, discussing her concerns for his well-being
Episode: 'Breakdown' Episode 2: ‘I Believe He Is Going To Snap'
Bill Moyers
Celebrated journalist known for investigative reporting.
Episode: Bill Moyers on Three Decades Documenting 'Two American Families' With Tom Casciato and Kathleen Hughes
Kathleen Hughes
Producer collaborating with Bill Moyers.
Episode: Bill Moyers on Three Decades Documenting 'Two American Families' With Tom Casciato and Kathleen Hughes
Tom Casciato
Producer working on the 'Two American Families' project.
Episode: Bill Moyers on Three Decades Documenting 'Two American Families' With Tom Casciato and Kathleen Hughes

Host

Raney Aronson-Rath
Editor-in-Chief and Executive Producer

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Objective and fact-based

    Appreciate the thoroughness of these stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VacaCarolina
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative

    Good production value, strong reporting. While every media outlet has a bias (this one clearly leans left of center for U.S. audiences) the reporting is fact-based. Good journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bkm2
    United Statesa year ago
  • A wonderful companion to the Frontline documentaries.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    hellopanda
    2 years ago
  • Sound quality is consistently terrible/variable

    I’m a longtime listener but I get incredibly frustrated when I have to constantly adjust my volume. The problem has a considerable impact on the quality of the podcast quality. Great stories that are poorly engineered.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Tall Culinary Vet
    United States3 years ago
  • Well done!

    Excellent in-depth examination of important issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5891Jonathan
    United States3 years ago

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Critiques often focus on perceived biases in reporting, with some expressing frustration over what they see as a lack of balanced perspectives.
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#190
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#170
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The Rise of RFK Jr., Part 1: From Hickory Hill to Heartache
Q: Is there a theme or an idea that you see carrying through his life?
Kirk suggests a savior complex reflects a deep desire for martyrdom and sacrifice, influenced by his family's Catholic background.
The Rise of RFK Jr., Part 1: From Hickory Hill to Heartache
Q: What was it about his childhood that really stood out for you?
Kirk emphasizes the chaotic nature of his upbringing and the immense pressure from his family's legacy.
The Rise of RFK Jr., Part 1: From Hickory Hill to Heartache
Q: Why RFK Jr, and what drew you to him?
Michael Kirk explains it's a cross-generational narrative that examines the rise and fall of ideology in the Kennedy family context.
'Unprepared, Part Two: There is No Plan’ (from NPR’s Up First)
Q: Do you think that New York is ready for the next storm?
No, New York is not ready for the next storm.
'Unprepared, Part Two: There is No Plan’ (from NPR’s Up First)
Q: Is that what you thought was going to happen after Sandy?
It took a few weeks for people to forget about the impact of Sandy; the affordability crisis and climate crisis are now overshadowing the lessons learned.

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This podcast engages audiences by exploring the intricate world of investigative journalism through discussions with prominent journalists and filmmakers. Episodes often cover a diverse range of pressing social issues, current affairs, and human stories, emphasizing the intersection of personal narratives and broader societal challenges. The format typically features deep conversations that not only illuminate the news stories of today but also grapple with their implications for the future. A hallmark of the content is its commitment to thorough, fact-based reporting, which allows listeners to gain deeper insights into complex topics that affect their lives and communities. The emphasis on integrity and nuance in storytelling differentiate... more

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7. Bill Moyers
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