Rephonic
Artwork for The Source

The Source with Kaitlan Collins

CNN Podcasts
Donald Trump
Fani Willis
Gun Violence
Super Bowl Parade
Election Interference
Nikki Haley
Joe Biden
Mass Shootings
Georgia
Nathan Wade
Republican Party
Ukraine
Nuclear Weapons
Kansas City
Russian Military Capabilities
Stormy Daniels
Michael Cohen
Alexey Navalny
Border Security
2024 Presidential Election

Kaitlan Collins goes straight to the source and chases the facts so you can get the very latest on The Source with Kaitlan Collins.

PublishesDailyEpisodes544Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
PoliticsNews CommentaryNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Source

Latest Episodes

With just a four word tweet, many federal workers found out they were about to get fired as President Trump follows through on his shutdown threat.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First it was James Comey, now it’s Letitia James. Another one of Trump’s political opponents was just indicted weeks after he explicitly called for it.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump announces that Israel and Hamas have reached a deal. We bring you all the latest on this breaking news.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The strain of the shutdown in Washington is now being felt nationwide as Trump suggests backpay for federal workers isn’t guaranteed.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Andy Kim
Democratic Senator from New Jersey
U.S. Senate
Episode: Scalise: Trump Is “Ready To Negotiate”
Chris Wright
Energy Secretary
Department of Energy
Episode: Scalise: Trump Is “Ready To Negotiate”
Hakeem Jeffries
House Minority Leader
Democratic Party Leader in the House
Episode: Trump Lashes Out At “Dirty Cop” Comey, Possibly Aids Defense
Dr. Dimitri Daskalakis
Former director for the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases at the CDC
CDC
Episode: Trump Pushes Unproven Autism Theories
Ted Cruz
Republican senator from Texas
U.S. Senate
Episode: Trump Says He Disagrees With Ted Cruz’s FCC Concerns
Ed Markey
Democratic senator from Massachusetts
U.S. Senate
Episode: Trump Says He Disagrees With Ted Cruz’s FCC Concerns
Tom Dupree
Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General
Episode: Trump Says He Disagrees With Ted Cruz’s FCC Concerns
John Curtis
Republican Senator from Utah, discussing the incident's impact on his state.
U.S. Congress
Episode: FBI Manhunt For Charlie Kirk’s Killer; No One In Custody
Mike Johnson
Republican Speaker of the House, reflecting on Kirk's assassination.
U.S. Congress
Episode: FBI Manhunt For Charlie Kirk’s Killer; No One In Custody

Host

Kaitlan Collins
Host of The Source, known for chasing the facts and addressing contemporary political issues in a direct manner.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 371 ratings
  • Plz fix the audio!!

    Love the show & Kaitlan, but there’s constant crackling & cutting out of audio (none of my other podcasts do this).

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nav Saint
    United States3 months ago
  • Israeli Attack on Iran

    I appreciate your review of Israeli’s war on Iran. But I prefer that you tell the whole story. Israel is waging war on Iran with our, US, bombs and missiles that we delivered to Israel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pamela Huntington Darling
    France4 months ago
  • She’s kinda my idol

    She is the only news source I can trust.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scorpio Rising 216
    United States4 months ago
  • RFK Jr interview

    I am no fan of RFK Jr and I generally like KC, but I did not like the way she interviewed him concerning changing the American diet. She was really disagreeable and wrong about the importance of replication of studies (it’s essential, Kaitlan, and you pushed back more than you needed to). This is one topic I think he’s right about, and you harassed him quite a bit while he handled you with patience and grace. I’m a lefty Dem, but he was correct about a lot in this interview and you were disrespe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    WeeYarnicarn16$
    United States5 months ago
  • Mike Pence

    While I agree with most of his takes on how things are going. He is the most uninteresting person to hear speak. He speaks so slowly that it’s mind numbing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Onyxdragonheartstone
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are critiques regarding audio quality, indicating some technical issues that may need addressing.
Many find the discussions informative and timely, particularly regarding pressing political issues and accountability.
Listeners appreciate the insightful commentary on current events and the engaging style of the host.
Some assert that the podcast sometimes displays bias, reflecting varying opinions on the quality of coverage provided.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#92
United States/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#238
United States/News
Apple Podcasts
#49
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#143
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#169
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#71
Australia/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump Suggests Some Federal Workers Don’t “Deserve” Back Pay
Q: Do you believe that the subsidies should be extended so premiums don't go up?
Jim Jordan indicated a preference to focus on opening the government before discussing how to improve health care, implying he opposes extending the Obamacare subsidies.
Trump Suggests Some Federal Workers Don’t “Deserve” Back Pay
Q: Is it the White House's position that federal workers should be paid for their back pay?
The response indicated that it depends on who the workers are, suggesting that some may not deserve back pay while most would be taken care of.
Scalise: Trump Is “Ready To Negotiate”
Q: How long do you believe this shutdown could go on for?
It concerns me as constituents are already facing rising healthcare premiums and there are pressures on Republican senators to address this issue.
Speaker Johnson: Shutdown Is Now “Inevitable”
Q: What are the good things that would come from a shutdown?
Johnson mentions potential elimination of wasteful programs and emphasizes Democrats would lose leverage.
Speaker Johnson: Shutdown Is Now “Inevitable”
Q: How long do you believe this could go on?
Mike Johnson hopes it's very short but warns that real Americans are going to suffer and that Chuck Schumer holds all the cards.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Source

What is The Source about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on contemporary political issues and news events, often highlighting the interplay between government actions, public perception, and media narratives. Notable topics include discussions about the job market, the implications of economic policies, and significant political events surrounding figures like Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The format typically features interviews, panel discussions, and analyses that provide insights into various policy debates and societal issues. The content is presented in a way that engages listeners who are keen on understanding the complexities of today's political landscape, often offering critical commentary on current events and accountability.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Source?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Source. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Source and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Source get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Source, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Source?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Source, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Source have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Source has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Source?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Source:

1. The Lead with Jake Tapper
2. Erin Burnett OutFront
3. Anderson Cooper 360
4. CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip
5. CNN Inside Politics

How many episodes of The Source are there?

The Source launched 2 years ago and published 544 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Source?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Source?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Source from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Source?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Source. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Source?

Recent guests on The Source include:

1. Andy Kim
2. Chris Wright
3. Hakeem Jeffries
4. Dr. Dimitri Daskalakis
5. Ted Cruz
6. Ed Markey
7. Tom Dupree
8. John Curtis

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days