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Up First from NPR

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NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The three biggest stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News — in 10 minutes. Available weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET, with hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin and A Martinez. Also available on Saturdays at 9 a.m. ET, with Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon. On Sundays, hear a longer exploration behind the headlines with A... more

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The Trump administration rolled out what it calls the biggest economic offensive ever aimed at a country, naming 60 targets while warning others to cut ties with Iran or face U.S. sanctions of their own, though the toughest measures are still being h... more

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to unveil new economic pressure measures on Iran today as President Trump pushes an “Economic D-Day” aimed at cutting off any country that still provides Tehran a lifeline.

Iran is vowing to neutralize the... more

A thousand miles south of Hawaii, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, a series of tiny islands form an atoll, called Palmyra. Palmyra Atoll is part of four protected U.S. marine monuments, forming the country’s largest environmental conservation area... more

The IndyCar Grand Prix comes to the nation's capital. And, Canada's prime minister suspended trade talks with the U.S., bringing new 50 percent tariffs on a host of Canadian imports. Plus, we'll look at the national debt, which hit $40 trillion earli... more

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Ashley Lopez
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Episode: Florida Primary Results, US-Canada Tariffs, Meta Trial Begins
Emily Feng
NPR reporter explaining tariffs and trade issues
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Episode: Florida Primary Results, US-Canada Tariffs, Meta Trial Begins
John Roach
NPR reporter covering the Meta trial
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Episode: Florida Primary Results, US-Canada Tariffs, Meta Trial Begins
Liz Ruskin
Alaska Public Media Correspondent
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Episode: Kushner Netanyahu Gaza Meeting, Iran War Depleting US Military, FL, AK, WY Primaries
Mike Dom
Former naval intelligence officer, Mitchell Institute
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Episode: Kushner Netanyahu Gaza Meeting, Iran War Depleting US Military, FL, AK, WY Primaries
Brad Cooper
Head of Central Command, praised deployment
U.S. military
Episode: Relief En Route To USS Lincoln, Ukraine's Drone Barrage On Russia, Kushner Gaza Talks
Sam Howard
Former Navy captain
Private sector (resident of Virginia Beach)
Episode: Relief En Route To USS Lincoln, Ukraine's Drone Barrage On Russia, Kushner Gaza Talks
Andrea Goldstein
Former acting head of force resiliency for the Navy
Navy
Episode: Relief En Route To USS Lincoln, Ukraine's Drone Barrage On Russia, Kushner Gaza Talks
G. Eliot Morris
Journalist and statistician
Strength in Numbers
Episode: Retail Sales Drop, U.S. Warships in Distress, Accurately Polling the Electorate

Hosts

Leila Fadel
Host of Up First; NPR correspondent with a focus on U.S. politics and national news.
Michelle Martin
Co-host/regular host on Up First; NPR journalist involved in morning briefing segments.
A Martinez
Co-host/Correspondent with NPR; provides contextual reporting and interview segments.
Steve Inskeep
Longstanding host with a broad brief on national and international news.
Ayesha Rascoe
Host and journalist contributing to daily briefs and The Sunday Story.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 96.5k ratings
  • Starts my day

    “Alexa play Up First” are the first words that leave my lips in the morning.

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    Earplugs next time
    United Statesa month ago
  • Informational

    Great podcast that breaks down the biggest news events of the day in an easily digestible time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yert1976
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hunter Biden - Sigh

    He lost me when he said he “only made $200K” for two years selling his paintings. I guarantee no one would’ve bought his paintings if it wasn’t for who he is. And how clueless is he in today’s economy to say that he only made $200K? He’s just another rich privileged white man.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dawnsied
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love it, I really feel like I caught a peak behind the curtain. That is Hunter Biden.

    Thank you so much. I really feel like I got to know who Hunter Biden is a little more.

    Thank you again

    Alison Schuback

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ali Schuback
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    Love the mission and set up of this podcast that it is a quick listen but I HATE the intro/transition little piano riff sound.

    Apple Podcasts
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    acb6490
    United Statesa month ago

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Democrat Ro Khanna’s 2028 pitch: tax the rich, regulate tech | NPR's Newsmakers
Q: What are you thinking about when you think about 2028?
Khanna frames 2028 around a new New Deal for America, centered on taxing billionaire wealth to fund universal health care, free public college and trade schools, and an industrial investment bank to revitalize manufacturing and create jobs.
Florida Primary Results, US-Canada Tariffs, Meta Trial Begins
Q: So, Ashley, walk us through this. What are the tariffs that Trump has been threatening to impose? And why has he delayed them?
Ashley Lopez explains the tariffs would cover about $20 billion of goods from Canada, a small share of Canadian exports, and the delay was tied to a potential deal that could restart the Keystone pipeline, with details still unclear.
Kushner Netanyahu Gaza Meeting, Iran War Depleting US Military, FL, AK, WY Primaries
Q: What did Kushner say about his meetings with Hamas leaders and Netanyahu?
Kushner described the Hamas meeting as cordial but emphasized distrust of Hamas' commitment to disarmament, then said the Israel meeting lasted nearly four hours and that they discussed a new roadmap with emphasis on disarmament and misunderstandings.
Retail Sales Drop, U.S. Warships in Distress, Accurately Polling the Electorate
Q: What should listeners keep in mind about polling as the midterms approach?
Polls are snapshots and can be off by a few percentage points due to non-sampling error, so listeners should temper expectations and focus on broader public opinion and accountability rather than precise predictions.
Iran Negotiations Drag, New Inflation Report, Sexual Abuse at Elite School
Q: What is Iran saying it wants in order to make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran is demanding a combination of sanctions relief, withdrawal of US forces, and reparations, framed as conditions the US must meet before it will reconsider access to Hormuz; experts note this is a strategic move aimed at maximizing leverage before the midterms.

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Compact daily news briefs that cover the top national and international stories in about 10 minutes, often pairing on-the-ground reporting with expert context and policy analysis. Episodes frequently blend political developments, economic indicators, public health, and global diplomacy, with NPR correspondents contributing live reporting and in-depth segments. A standout trait is the steady, fast-paced format that helps listeners stay informed despite a busy morning routine, making it a strong fit for commuters, professionals, and policy-minded audiences who want reliable, concise briefing and diverse perspectives without heavy-handed commentary.

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