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WAMU: Local News

WAMU
Washington, DC
Washington, D.C.
Virginia
Maryland
Prince George's County
Washington, United States
Montgomery County
Muriel Bowser
National Guard
Medicaid
Abigail Spanberger
Federal Government Shutdown
Trump Administration
Affordable Care Act
Government Shutdown
Donald Trump
Data Centers
Eleanor Holmes Norton
National Institutes Of Health
Winsome Earl Sears

News features from the Washington, DC Metro Area.

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Latest Episodes

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Reagan National Airport has the busiest runway in America. Aviation experts warn the arch adds another layer of risk for pilots leaving and entering the airspace.

Ovechkin's announcement follows his controversial appearance in an ad for the political party of Russian President Vladimir Putin in September.

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Recent Guests

Jenny Gathwright
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The Washington Sun
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Susan Coll
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Darryl C. Murphy
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Jenn Hatfield
Reporter at IX Sports
IX Sports
Episode: Washington Mystics are in the WNBA Playoffs for the first time since 2023
Dr. Wendy Hookman
Reproductive psychiatrist
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Episode: WAMU’s Week Ahead: Postpartum mental health, week two of the Trayon White trial, National Museum of African American History’s 10-year anniversary
Whitney Hill
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Paul Butler
Georgetown Law professor and former federal prosecutor
Georgetown Law
Episode: The case for and against Councilmember Trayon White
Reggie D. White
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Episode: ‘Theaters belong to the community’: Woolly Mammoth’s new artistic director shares his vision
Patrick O'Connell
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Hosts

Spencer Bryant
Host of the program; WAMU 88.5
Esther
Host (closing/interaction) across multiple appearances; digesting segments
Tameka Smith
Host at WAMU; Local News segment presence

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Love This

    Great local news; always keeps me up to date!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bengal Kat the Cat
    United States4 years ago
  • Great program / interesting content

    I love listening to this podcasts deep dive reporting to answer the questions we locals want to know!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zdbdc
    United States7 years ago
  • Inconsistent Volume

    The stories on the feed need to be normalized so the volume is consistent. I have sound check enabled, but it can only do so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tylast
    United States14 years ago
  • They really need to fix this feed.

    The news content is fine, but the feed is really terrible. There are tons of downloads that just fail, and the worse, sometimes they will release the same news story several times. The titles will be different, but the story will be the same each time. Then you never get the stories that correspond to the titles. This has been going on for a long time. Clearly, nobody at WAMU is listening to what they are putting out.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jjviii2501
    United States16 years ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a great Podcast! It has all the local news of DC, Northern Virginia and Maryland you could ask for. I listen to it on my morning commute.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    New DCer
    United States16 years ago

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The show is praised for deep-dive reporting on regional issues and the mix of data with human stories.
Some listeners note inconsistent episode delivery quality and feed reliability.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A mistrial was declared in D.C. Councilman Trayon White’s federal bribery trial. What happens next?
Q: Now help us understand what does a mistrial actually mean here. Are Trayon White's legal woes completely behind him?
A mistrial means there is no verdict and no final outcome from this trial, so prosecutors can opt for a retrial, keeping the case alive rather than ending it here.
Postpartum mental illness is ‘not a moral failure,’ explains local reproductive psychiatrist
Q: What advice do you have for women navigating this cycle of symptoms and insurance hurdles?
Advocate for yourself, find a physician or therapist who will advocate on your behalf, and push for as much leave and support as possible to ensure timely treatment.
Postpartum mental illness is ‘not a moral failure,’ explains local reproductive psychiatrist
Q: Where do you see gaps in support for new mothers, and what could be done differently?
There are gaps in practical, in-home supports like postpartum doulas and systemic reliance on pediatricians to screen for depression, as well as insurance barriers; expanding direct maternal supports and easier access to leave and treatment would help.
Postpartum mental illness is ‘not a moral failure,’ explains local reproductive psychiatrist
Q: What signs can families look for to spot postpartum psychosis early?
Families should watch for signs such as sleep disruption without fatigue, extreme or bizarre changes in behavior, paranoia, and a clear disconnect from reality, which indicate the need for urgent medical evaluation.
Washington Mystics are in the WNBA Playoffs for the first time since 2023
Q: What could possibly happen in the playoffs? Paint us a picture of who the Mystics might draw in that first round.
The standings are still fluid with a five-way tie possible, but the key takeaway is that the Mystics have beaten every team at least once, suggesting they can compete with any potential opponent regardless of seed, and fans should expect a competitive postseason run.

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This program delivers in-depth local news features focused on the Washington, DC metro area, blending policy breakdowns with on-the-ground reporting. Episodes often center on regional politics, infrastructure, public health, and technology, featuring voices from journalists, policymakers, advocates, and subject-matter experts to illuminate how decisions at the local level affect everyday life. A standout is the careful navigation of complex funding, regulatory, and governance questions—offering listeners practical context for understanding budgets, oversight, and service delivery in the nation's capital region.

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1. Jenny Gathwright
2. Susan Coll
3. Darryl C. Murphy
4. Jenn Hatfield
5. Dr. Wendy Hookman
6. Whitney Hill
7. Paul Butler
8. Reggie D. White

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