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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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Deborah Tice
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Anastasia Ciucas
NPR culture correspondent
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Danielle Kurtz-Slayman
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Esme Nicholson
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Anastasia Ciulka
NPR culture correspondent
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Episode: Federal Reserve Interest Rates, Reports Reveal Iran War Costs, Kennedy Center Closure
Anastasia Sioukas
NPR culture correspondent covering The Kennedy Center situation
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Episode: Trump Downplays AI Risks, SCOTUS Mail-In Voting Ruling, Kennedy Center Bankruptcy
John Rueh
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Episode: AI Development Slowdown, Gulf States Postpone Iran Talks, Republican Midterm Strategy
Mara Lieson
NPR senior national political correspondent
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Hadeel Al-Shalchi
NPR international correspondent
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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.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 96.7k ratings
  • Kid gloves

    Lifelong NPR listener—I can’t help but notice the chilling effect this administration seems to have had on their reporting.

    Your listeners come for truth and candor, not diplomacy and timid references.

    The last thing I’ll say, is please, don’t pretend that President Trump is a credible source. I’ve heard multiple quotes where the president was just taken at his word and it’s irresponsible.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Slowwwizard
    United States7 days ago
  • Ayesha

    I appreciate you and your human-ness reporting. Thank you all for continuing to do such important work during a difficult period for journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bishkekwccccc
    United States7 days ago
  • Can Clergy…

    I’m surprised that Hamilton wasn’t included in the peice on clergy. He’s the pastor of the largest mage church in the US and is ahead of Marshall in Kansas. Once again NPR dismisses Kansas and assumes we are just another red state.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ChandraDickson
    United States8 days ago
  • Tucker really?

    I’m just asking (like the former Fox News entertainer). Should have invited John Stewart to interview him so as not to legitimize him as a sincere person.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    kalelover
    United States10 days ago
  • Tucker interview

    Peppered with misinformation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Che Block
    United States11 days ago

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Listeners appreciate concise, reliable morning briefings with clear context.

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The Clancy trial and a split over postpartum psychosis
Q: Was the jury shielded from the media frenzy, and what was the public reaction after the mistrial?
The jury was not sequestered, and the public response included both support gatherings for Clancy and counter-demonstrations, reflecting strong emotions and polarized views about the case.
The Clancy trial and a split over postpartum psychosis
Q: Why do you think this trial attracted so much national and international attention?
Live streaming, the true-crime-like elements, and the intense public debate about motherhood and mental health drew broad audiences, with people following daily from many places.
The Clancy trial and a split over postpartum psychosis
Q: Deborah, why did they charge her with three counts of first degree murder and not manslaughter?
The prosecutors argued the crime involved extreme cruelty and multiple victims, which justified first degree charges in Massachusetts, and the charged framework necessitated a jury trial.
US Strikes Iran Oil Tankers, Israeli Settlements Sanctions, Smithsonian Head Retires
Q: Why now is Lonnie Bunch retiring, according to his own words?
Limbong reports that Bunch says he is simply at a point in life where he wants to write and think and spend time with his grandkids, while acknowledging ongoing political criticisms surrounding the Smithsonian.
US Strikes Iran Oil Tankers, Israeli Settlements Sanctions, Smithsonian Head Retires
Q: What was Iran's response?
Bertraui details Iran's Revolutionary Guard statements about targeting US vessels and attempting to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, with limited confirmation of damage and continued cross-border deconfliction challenges.

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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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2. Anastasia Ciucas
3. Danielle Kurtz-Slayman
4. Esme Nicholson
5. Anastasia Ciulka
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