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The NPR Politics Podcast

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Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for The NPR Politics Podcast.

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You had questions about the upcoming midterm elections, and other political topics. In this podcast, we try our best to answer some of them.

This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior ... more

The federal debt is up to $40 trillion and counting. The budget deficit is increasing, too. What does that mean for American taxpayers? We explain.

This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Eric McDaniel, and ... more

President Trump routinely sows doubt in the credibility of elections in the United States — especially if he, or his allies, lose those votes. But with voting in this fall's midterms starting in just a few weeks, the president wants to change the way... more

President Trump has long railed against voting by mail, falsely claiming it is rampant with fraud. He signed an executive order earlier this year seeking to severely restrict the practice. The order is being challenged in courts, and with many develo... more

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Jeff Quint
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Episode: What a trade war with Canada means for U.S. consumers
Philip Luck
Economics program at CSIS, referenced for tariff analysis
CSIS
Episode: What a trade war with Canada means for U.S. consumers
Clay Masters
Journalist from Minnesota Public Radio
Minnesota Public Radio
Episode: Voters sent mixed messages in Tuesday's primaries
David Folkenflik
NPR media correspondent
NPR
Episode: What is Trump's interest in Paramount's merger with WB?
Colin Jackson
Reporter from Michigan Public Radio Network
Michigan Public Radio Network
Episode: Progressives had a good night in Michigan
Bernadette Breslin
National Press Secretary for the National Republican Senatorial Committee
NRSC
Episode: How the GOP plans to fight an anti-incumbent wave
Anya Van Wagdentonk
Wisconsin Public Radio journalist in Madison
Wisconsin Public Radio
Episode: Who will Wisconsin Democrats pick to run for governor?
Paige Cognetti
Mayor of Scranton, Pennsylvania
City of Scranton
Episode: How power, corruption & lies influence voters' choices
Michael Waldman
Head of the Brennan Center for Justice
Brennan Center for Justice
Episode: How power, corruption & lies influence voters' choices

Hosts

Tamara Keith
Senior Political Correspondent and Co-Host; NPR
Miles Parks
Host; NPR Politics Podcast
Ashley Lopez
Host; NPR Politics Podcast
Mara Liasson
Senior National Political Correspondent; NPR
Deepa Shivaram
Host; NPR Politics Podcast

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 32.3k ratings
  • All so sick!

    If the internet, the media & politics went away tomorrow, it would be the biggest gift to the world. I’d gladly go back to reading books. I listen to these reporters actually believing that any of this ai/tech is healthy. It’s not. 4 kids over 20 yrs time using it have partially destroyed them. Makes my skin crawl listening to these people making it sound like any of this is, life.

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    Flameonyou
    United States2 months ago
  • Do Better Franco

    Franco’s dismissiveness of the insane pricing around the World Cup is one of the more out touch comments I’ve ever heard from NPR. Sorry we’re not all national reporters making 6 figures bud

    Apple Podcasts
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    Concerneddd Citizen
    United States3 months ago
  • I really liked how calm and neutral it is and it feels like I'm not eavesdropping on drama and I also like the fact that I can enjoy my mornings without feeling stressed out and that is why I follow them and turned on notifications on Spotify

    Podchaser
    5
    drward2022
    3 months ago
  • Hmmm. Hmmm.

    Ashley Lopez is smarter than me but she always says “Hmmm, Hmmm.” For gosh sakes we know you’re listening. Don’t indicate it so much.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Lovemycubbies
    United States3 months ago
  • CA Primary

    Mara Liasson please stop saying “two guys” will make it

    on the November ballot. Use the word candidates.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Allie 🐊
    United States3 months ago

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Fans like the balance of on-the-ground reporting with national analysis, plus the Can't Let It Go segments.
Overall, listeners praise the clear, informed discussion and the credibility of NPR reporters.
Critiques often focus on perceived bias or tone in some episodes and occasional production plugs.

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What a trade war with Canada means for U.S. consumers
Q: What is the likelihood that the USMCA gets renewed without major changes, given the current confrontation with Canada?
Experts suggest that while renewal is necessary, the absence of a clear, stable path and the presence of ongoing tariff threats create heightened uncertainty for businesses, making a favorable, long-term outcome more challenging to secure.
What a trade war with Canada means for U.S. consumers
Q: Are everyday Americans going to feel the impact of these escalating tariffs at the supermarket this week?
Yes, the panel explains that while some goods are small slices of overall trade, the cumulative effect of tariffs raises prices on consumer staples and disrupts planning for manufacturers, which can translate into higher costs for shoppers over time.
Is there a rift within the Democratic Party?
Q: What are the characteristics that seem common among candidates who can assemble a coalition that looks like a general election electorate?
The candidates who can bring together black voters, young voters, college-educated and non-college-educated voters across different parts of the base are viewed as more electable because they can translate a primary coalition into a viable general-election coalition.
How the GOP plans to fight an anti-incumbent wave
Q: What are Republicans highlighting in their messaging to voters in competitive districts?
They emphasize economic wins from tax cuts and border security while trying to show they're separate from Washington gridlock; they also push a narrative about outside candidates who aren't bought by big money.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship
Q: Can you explain this?
The hosts summarize that the majority relied on the 14th Amendment and related statutes from 1940 and 1952 to uphold birthright citizenship, while dissenters offered narrower grounds and warned about legislative backsliding; the decision preserves citizenship rules but leaves room for future legislative changes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The NPR Politics Podcast

What is The NPR Politics Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers concise, weekday political analysis from NPR's top reporters, breaking down what happened in Washington and on the campaign trail and, just as importantly, why it matters. Episodes often dissect primary results, policy implications, and the dynamics of endorsements, money, and media coverage, with a steady emphasis on how developments could influence the general election and long-term political trajectories. A standout feature is the regular, accessible synthesis from a seasoned team, plus recurring segments like Can't Let It Go that add personality and context. The format tends to mix on-the-ground reporting with big-picture framing, making it useful for listeners who want both immediate updates and strategic signals for ... more

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