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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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Recent Guests

Greg Myhre
NPR reporter in Ukraine
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Episode: Trump Has 'Productive' Talks With Zelenskyy And Netanyahu, France Wildfires
George Shilcock
WOSU reporter based in Columbus, Ohio
WOSU
Episode: Trump Meets Zelenskyy And Netanyahu, TPS Update, Political Corruption
Casey Martin
Reporter from KUOW, on the Seattle shooting
KUOW
Episode: Seattle Shooting, Iran War Pause, Midterm Elections
Nikki Bishop
Licensed clinical social worker in the Denver area, disability advocate
Denver area disability community
Episode: ‘We want to ride’: the 1978 protest that sparked the disability rights movement
David Falkenfleck
NPR's media correspondent
NPR
Episode: White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Ukraine hits Russian Retailer, India Protests
Omkar Kandekar
NPR correspondent from New Delhi
NPR
Episode: White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Ukraine hits Russian Retailer, India Protests
Paris Hadil Al-Shalchi
International correspondent
NPR
Episode: Saudi Oil Tankers Attacked, Trump's New Tariffs, Wisconsin Police Shooting
Sarah Lear
Wisconsin Public Radio reporter
Wisconsin Public Radio
Episode: Saudi Oil Tankers Attacked, Trump's New Tariffs, Wisconsin Police Shooting
Satir Rhodes-Conway
Mayor of Madison
City of Madison
Episode: Saudi Oil Tankers Attacked, Trump's New Tariffs, Wisconsin Police Shooting

Hosts

Ayesha Rascoe
Host and journalist with notable roles on flagship NPR programs; pieces often tie national policy to on-the-ground reporting.
Michel Martin
Senior NPR host with broad coverage across politics, culture, and policy; often guides multiple segments.
Leila Fadel
NPR correspondent and frequent on-air anchor for national and international coverage.
A. Martínez
Co-host presenting and reporting; frequently contributes to morning briefings and special segments.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 96.4k ratings
  • Starts my day

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earplugs next time
    United States10 days ago
  • Informational

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yert1976
    United States14 days 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 States18 days 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 States19 days 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
    5
    acb6490
    United States20 days ago

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Some listeners feel NPR has a perceived bias in story selection, so balance with other sources is advised.
Trustworthy journalism that helps start the day informed.
A few critiques note the show's pace and may prefer deeper dives on certain days.
Listeners appreciate the quick three-story format and on-the-ground reporting.
Balanced reporting with credible, concise updates.

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Trump Has 'Productive' Talks With Zelenskyy And Netanyahu, France Wildfires
Q: So what are you hearing about how the Trump–Zelenskyy meeting went?
Reports from Kyiv indicate a positive tone and cautious optimism, with Ukraine seeking more weapons while praising the overall demeanor of the meeting.
Trump Rehashes Election Fraud Claims, Politics Of Trump's Speech, Texas Flooding
Q: Tell us more about what's in the documents and what's new or not.
The documents largely reiterate known concerns about voting systems and do not show that votes were changed; experts say the material has little new impact on our understanding of election security.
US-Iran War Escalates, Congress To-Do List, UK Has A New Prime Minister
Q: What are the main priorities Speaker Johnson is trying to advance before the recess?
Johnson aims to secure more defense funding, pass an election integrity bill, implement a stock trading ban for lawmakers, and extend funding for the government beyond November.
US-Iran War Escalates, Congress To-Do List, UK Has A New Prime Minister
Q: What does CENTCOM say about the latest death in Iraq?
CENTCOM says a service member was killed in a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, with explosive experts attempting to disable explosives by detonating them.
Trump Receives Fallen Troops, Hegseth Grilled On The Hill, Arizona Primary Results
Q: What did the lawmakers think about Hegseth's requests for funding?
Senators from both parties expressed a long list of unanswered questions and skepticism about Iran's nuclear program, missile capabilities, and regional strategy, indicating concern about the funding and the war's direction.

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What is Up First from NPR about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Brief daily briefing that delivers the three biggest stories of the day with quick, reporter-led context and analysis. Episodes cover U.S. and international politics, major policy moves, economy, and global events, often weaving on-the-ground reporting with NPR anchors' framing to help listeners stay informed in about 10 minutes. Notable strengths include a crisp three-story structure, trusted journalism from a diverse set of NPR correspondents, and a reputation for balanced, fact-driven updates to start the day. Those considering sponsorship or guest appearances might value the show's broad reach among engaged, information-seeking listeners who want concise context from vetted reporters and policy experts. Throughout, the approach tends to... more

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2. George Shilcock
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