Rephonic
Artwork for World News Tonight

World News Tonight with David Muir

ABC News
Iran
President Trump
Nancy Guthrie
Jeffrey Epstein
United States
Trump Administration
Venezuela
Winter Storm
Donald Trump
Government Shutdown
Hurricane Melissa
ICE
Savannah Guthrie
Minneapolis
Ukraine
Greenland
New York City
California
SNAP
Iran War

With unparalleled resources, "World News Tonight with David Muir" provides the latest information and analysis of major events from around the country and the world.

PublishesDailyEpisodes438Founded19 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsDaily News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for World News Tonight

Latest Episodes

Trevor Ault has the latest on the mass shooting in Midland, Texas, after a gunman barricaded inside an abandoned veterinary clinic opened fire on bystanders and officers, killing at least one person and injuring at least 10 others; Matt Rivers report... more

Alex Perez reports on the severe weather outbreak bringing dangerous thunderstorms and tornado threats to Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin just 24 hours after violent storms in the Heartland triggered more than a dozen reported tornadoes, and Lee Goldber... more

Martha Raddatz reports on the U.S. military unleashing a new wave of attacks across Iran, striking "multiple targets,” according to Central Command; Alex Perez has details on the tornado watch issued for parts of Iowa, Missouri and Kansas as a multi-... more

Martha Raddatz has the latest on the U.S. launching retaliatory strikes against Iran for the downing of an Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz and the first-of-its-kind rescue for two crew members in the dark of night, as Jon Karl speaks... more

Key Facts

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

Ginger Zee
Chief Meteorologist, ABC News
ABC News
Episode: Full Episode: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Martha Raddatz
Chief Global Affairs Correspondent, ABC News
ABC News
Episode: Full Episode: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Rhiannon Alley
Correspondent, ABC News
ABC News
Episode: Full Episode: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Barry Manilow
Singer; interview subject discussing his cancer surgery and voice recovery
Self/Barry Manilow
Episode: Full Episode: Monday, June 1, 2026
Pam Bondi
Former Attorney General
Capitol Hill, Epstein files coverage
Episode: Full Episode: Friday, May 29, 2026
Diane Sawyer
News anchor conducting an in-depth interview
ABC News
Episode: Full Episode for May 11, 2026
Maggie Rulli
Correspondent on scene reporting live from the hantavirus outbreak
ABC News
Episode: Full Episode: Sunday, May 10, 2026
Stanley Tucci
Promoting National Geographic's Tucci in Italy
National Geographic
Episode: Full Episode: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Ted Turner
Media mogul, founder of CNN
Turner Broadcasting System
Episode: Full Episode for May 06, 2026

Host

David Muir
ABC News anchor and host of World News Tonight, frequently leading coverage on major domestic and international developments.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • Love the Show

    I listen to the show every night before bed to get in my info, I appreciate that it’s not totally leaning one way or the other. Keep it going, love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Valentinos is peak🍕
    United Statesa month ago
  • cm多すぎ

    エピソードの途中のcmが多すぎて鬱陶しい

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    島えなが
    Japan3 months ago
  • 🌹Mary Bruce❤️

    Tue. 11/18/25

    Ma’am 1st…

    You’re A Beautiful Courageous Smart And

    Very Capable Woman Doing A Serious Job

    That Most Don’t Have The GUTS To Ask A

    Very Disrespectful Sml-Minded president

    Questions🇺🇸/🌏Has Been Wanting Asked

    FOREVER.! Great Job Ma'am. WE ❤️ YOU.

    Even Tho. You Probably Won’t Be Allowed

    To Ask That Idiot Of A person Questions

    Ever Again, You Did THE Job & I’m Sure

    You’ll Be Looked Up To Forever In History.

    So, Good For You And Ur Family Who I’m

    Sure Are Just As Proud Of You As ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United States7 months ago
  • Love the program but

    But on Nov 5th 2025, you cut end report where the autistic homecoming king was speaking. You all should reload. Just saying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanLabato
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this broadcast but ..

    Unfortunately, ABC has cowed to the pressure from far right extremism. We want the news that people care about not the news that “they”want to hear. Have some integrity!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Miksat.
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Audience appreciates timely, authoritative updates across breaking events and geopolitics.
General sentiment praises depth of reporting, but some critique consistency of updates between episodes.
Some listeners perceive strong political bias or editorial slant in coverage.
Ads and sponsor reads are a frequent, sometimes disruptive, fixture for listeners.

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Full Episode for April 05, 2026
Q: And you're confident he'll be exonerated?
Yes, I am 100% confident he will be exonerated, reflecting the family's belief in justice.
Full Episode: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Q: What has President Trump reviewed regarding voting?
President Trump has reviewed a draft executive order urging him to declare a national emergency that would give him broad power over voting rights.
Disney Names New CEO: D'Amaro to Succeed Iger
Q: What is your appetite for risk-taking and how do you meet the moment?
I've always been a risk-taker, and we see that with our rapid expansion and initiatives.
Disney Names New CEO: D'Amaro to Succeed Iger
Q: What do you think the next CEO has to do to ensure that these childhood Disney memories are still a part of American life for years going forward?
They need to appreciate Disney's cultural significance and balance legacy with innovation.
Full Episode: Friday, October 3, 2025
Q: How did the judge explain the sentence?
The judge emphasized that Combs' history of good works could not erase the serious nature of his offenses and insisted on a sentence that would signal accountability for violence against women.

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 World News Tonight

What is World News Tonight about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show delivers fast-paced, breaking-news coverage with a consistent mix of international and domestic stories. Recent episodes push hard on political and geopolitical developments (high-profile testimony, international crises, and executive actions), while weaving in on-scene reporting, weather, and human-interest segments. The format tends to thread live correspondents from multiple locations with concise context and sponsor reads, creating a newsroom-style experience designed for listeners who want up-to-the-minute updates and broader context in a single listening session. A notable pattern is the willingness to tackle contentious political topics and high-stakes diplomacy alongside routine breaking news, making it a strong fit for aud... more

Where can I find podcast stats for World News Tonight?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for World News Tonight. 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 World News Tonight and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does World News Tonight get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for World News Tonight, 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 World News Tonight?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for World News Tonight, 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 World News Tonight have?

To see how many followers or subscribers World News Tonight 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 World News Tonight?

These podcasts share a similar audience with World News Tonight:

1. NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas
2. CBS Evening News
3. Good Morning America
4. English News - NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN
5. Nightline

How many episodes of World News Tonight are there?

World News Tonight launched 19 years ago and published 438 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 World News Tonight?

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 World News Tonight?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for World News Tonight 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 World News Tonight?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of World News Tonight. 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 World News Tonight?

Recent guests on World News Tonight include:

1. Ginger Zee
2. Martha Raddatz
3. Rhiannon Alley
4. Barry Manilow
5. Pam Bondi
6. Diane Sawyer
7. Maggie Rulli
8. Stanley Tucci

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