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Top 100 Government Podcasts
Jul 26, 2024
The Best Government Podcasts from millions of podcasts available on the Goodpods platform and ranked by listens, ratings, comments, subscriptions and shares.
![The Generation Why Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/e6a57e38ffa7d7e1090404855d1c97a0271cfedf2569f6f679777b397547d547.avif)
544 Episodes
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Avg Length 52m
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Latest episode 1 day ago
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The Generation Why Podcast released its first episode in 2012 and pioneered the true crime genre in the podcasting world. Two friends, Aaron & Justin, break down theories and give their opinions on unsolved murders, controversies, mysteries and conspiracies.
Listen to Generation Why on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/generation-why/ now.
![Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/ee54c9f40406cce675218063555f91304164c0d7c13a73ec374e4404013a9a0f.avif)
25 Episodes
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Avg Length 29m
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Latest episode 4 days ago
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![The Rest Is Politics](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/f837d9416da120ab4b4e46a7bfd12503ba49966aab857b2d57dfd416bf7e1247.avif)
302 Episodes
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Avg Length 45m
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Latest episode 22 hours ago
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![The Rachel Maddow Show](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/2a1fc6c0c087ec5321f7891b9f2a9363ef03357262a1464755cb28c0cfe272d1.avif)
645 Episodes
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Avg Length 48m
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Latest episode 3 days ago
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![NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/a35fcc0ceb157bea37d4e18f32c7b602f3ae22f64d6dabefa3477e5907676c32.avif)
1446 Episodes
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Avg Length 20m
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Latest episode 19 hours ago
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![Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/a473060578193573766cd879cb52708b4bec2360ad2b5f236661894d4dd4c178.avif)
378 Episodes
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Avg Length 49m
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Latest episode 3 days ago
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![Deep Background with Noah Feldman](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/d94e8eae8889f564fe851d9c0b8dcee5c25f9f67193662f0f595db9a3af1b80b.avif)
195 Episodes
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Avg Length 33m
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Latest episode 17 hours ago
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![The Damage Report with John Iadarola](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/02f29461e1292d0c0f4f7db35f4a29e43b3eff4cb30e7cd96876192f972efee8.avif)
1498 Episodes
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Avg Length 55m
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Latest episode 22 hours ago
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![The Al Franken Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/fd58fcb7e487d2f6a81595b4560754f4a7b48ab89ed808522a7b80473af63109.avif)
293 Episodes
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Avg Length 50m
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Latest episode 5 days ago
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A five-time Emmy winning SNL comedy writer/producer, joins a four-time #1 NYT bestselling author, a three-time highest-rated national progressive radio host, a two-time Grammy winning artist, and a former US Senator. So, it gets a little crowded in the booth when Al talks public policy and sometimes political comedy with notable guests. Think “The Daily” without the resources of the NYTimes.
![THE COMPARISON GUY PODCAST](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/8388e0a82f71f22520a9cbe4172afeb32a34885d474a55f552cf5fccfdbb5775.avif)
136 Episodes
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Avg Length 36m
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Latest episode 5 days ago
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DEFINITELY NOT YOUR TYPICAL POLITICAL PODCAST. DISCUSSION NOT DEBATE FOR NORMAL PEOPLE WHO HATE POLITICS. A BLEND OF COMEDY WITH INFORMATIVE COMMENTARY FROM A HOST ROOTING FOR AMERICA, NOT A POLITICAL PARTY. GREAT MINDS DO NOT ALWAYS HAVE TO THINK ALIKE.
5-4 is a podcast about how much the Supreme Court sucks. It's a progressive and occasionally profane take on the ideological battles at the heart of the Court's most important landmark cases; an irreverent tour of all the ways in which the law is shaped by politics.
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Listen each week as hosts Peter, Michael, and Rhiannon dismantle the Justices’ legal reasoning on hot-button issues like affirmative action, gun rights, and campaign finance, and use dark humor to reveal the high court's biases. Presented by Slow Burn co-creator Leon Neyfakh, and hosted by Rhiannon Hamam, Peter Shamshiri, and Michael Morbius. 5-4 is a production of Prologue Projects.
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![The Lawfare Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/0280e0f2076393d919beea137696a99ae92819cbe5947a82f1c2deeb968b8521.avif)
2061 Episodes
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Avg Length 54m
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Latest episode 12 hours ago
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The Lawfare Podcast features discussions with experts, policymakers, and opinion leaders at the nexus of national security, law, and policy. On issues from foreign policy, homeland security, intelligence, and cybersecurity to governance and law, we have doubled down on seriousness at a time when others are running away from it. Visit us at www.lawfareblog.com.
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare.
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![Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/3aad9cce72786f296cbaeb3a673148e8faf76542048c9b89442fcde719f877fd.avif)
1362 Episodes
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Avg Length 82m
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Latest episode 1 day ago
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![American Thought Leaders](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/1e13669cb84338b6b952298f276512a69afc67cc09c3355d8b3a335dd0020559.avif)
757 Episodes
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Avg Length 45m
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Latest episode 10 hours ago
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![All In with Chris Hayes](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/5d170cd96ca1acd8ad1c43bf48394a3926262707cc978f86ed6eba1a605c622a.avif)
830 Episodes
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Avg Length 43m
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Latest episode 6 days ago
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Taking the true crime genre "behind the scenes", Music City 911 Provides a unique and fascinating approach for podcast listeners.
Using real 911 calls, with real 911 dispatchers and real crimes - each episode provides a breakdown of the dispatchers role in the situation. Original officer bodycam audio gives a play by play of incidents from the emergency responder's perspective.
Produced and hosted by Brandon, a dispatcher with over two decades of experience, the show has been hailed by listeners as "gripping", "an eye opener", and "authentic".
![Battleground with Amanda Litman and Faiz Shakir](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/91ab97bff6349239bccbf65dc2679012df1b1ecef00e97536579201f0967c628.avif)
82 Episodes
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Avg Length 35m
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Latest episode 2 years ago
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![FBI Retired Case File Review](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/5029007c0630002459194489dad10c9bcd87dedd702b8ac247bd74aa9a3c54d3.avif)
336 Episodes
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Avg Length 72m
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Latest episode 1 day ago
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![Intelligence Matters](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/4ee26b94ce972559dae4f05acc1a49b8be5e2026ba46304eab906a99425707f8.avif)
298 Episodes
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Avg Length 39m
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Latest episode 9 months ago
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Former acting Director of the CIA Michael Morell speaks with top leaders of the U.S. intelligence community as they reflect on their life, career and the critical roles they play in shaping national security policies. As a central figure in the most significant U.S. counter-terror efforts of the past two decades and a former CIA intelligence analyst, Morell is uniquely skilled at taking industry leading knowledge to make connections that provide deep insight into complex security events – helping decode intelligence officials’ key priorities and providing perspectives on how to achieve national security objectives. Morell is the author of “The Great War of Our Time” and a vivid account of the Central Intelligence Agency, a life in secrets, and a war in the shadows.
![Deadline: White House](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/d4db6af3c8512b437dcf432c24b232502adedc4c1acee27d74f61d6ac3fab4c5.avif)
908 Episodes
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Avg Length 89m
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Latest episode 23 hours ago
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![The David Pakman Show](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/ca29f97a40803800b7b85d8eae15d7485c96d64d2e3c1160af5cf65f66d4faca.avif)
972 Episodes
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Avg Length 62m
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Latest episode 3 hours ago
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![The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/57f02fdcb3e0883bbf34de7ac20260b4eb600dd9b89a63be44d725bdd570eb36.avif)
802 Episodes
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Avg Length 42m
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Latest episode 18 hours ago
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![The Beat with Ari Melber](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/b799d5ed9c832490f0b69b9d3a87fdca229afbd21398cea802aabfe6f7b17b12.avif)
909 Episodes
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Avg Length 42m
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Latest episode 1 day ago
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From the co-creators of Slow Burn, Fiasco is a narrative podcast that transports listeners into the day-to-day reality of America’s most pivotal historical events. The fifth season of the show goes deep on the AIDS epidemic in America, with a special focus on the early years of the crisis, when a diagnosis was tantamount to a death sentence. The eight-part series looks at the mystery and missteps around identifying and treating a new, contagious disease, and what it took to get the public — and the government — to care.
If you want more Fiasco, be sure to check out the latest season, available exclusively on Audible. The six-part series tells the story of a shooting that took place in 1984 on the New York City subway, leaving four Bronx teenagers gravely wounded and turning a man named Bernie Goetz into a national folk hero. Fiasco: Vigilante offers a panoramic but intimate view of how this era-defining story unfolded, giving voice for the first time to key players, and immersing listeners in the gritty, paranoid world of ’80s New York City.
Fiasco: Vigilante launches July 27th on Audible at audible.com/fiasco.
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![The ReidOut with Joy Reid](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/354964f498db91ab738608e8b5e3af11cdfc4d6ab3ccfbe68132cfdbe9e04543.avif)
887 Episodes
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Avg Length 42m
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Latest episode 19 hours ago
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![The Tom Woods Show](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/7cf2833842796ebdb18a60524cb652d97b976f12add9df7f4e3cd7e49768e81b.avif)
1494 Episodes
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Avg Length 39m
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Latest episode 20 hours ago
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![Infrastructure Junkies! Exploring Eminent Domain, Right of Way, and Infrastructure Development (formerly The Pendulum Land Podcast)](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/86b1be6c0334b93b7e652add07f1f256422dc57d109a02e811a4cafa14bf30f7.avif)
83 Episodes
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Avg Length 46m
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Latest episode 1 month ago
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![Here's Where It Gets Interesting](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/ad41a64db2c8334b61328a0aa0ab3db19aa0e1ca09ef7bd253f07fa35aac34ad.avif)
393 Episodes
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Avg Length 35m
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Latest episode 4 days ago
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![The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/3fd72bd3feffa98057f3265c783f382bfce397abc2d6f14e7afeb4427e8d324b.avif)
213 Episodes
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Avg Length 65m
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Latest episode 9 hours ago
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![Economic Update with Richard D. Wolff](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/050aae565b8aa51803fb2df0dd12d239456c3259196c23b7605c5e5b82e2093e.avif)
156 Episodes
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Avg Length 29m
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Latest episode 3 days ago
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![What Roman Mars Can Learn About Con Law](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/97c914fe05512ea3520651f4415bd29c929f62544119f405a21afd97e809c576.avif)
80 Episodes
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Avg Length 27m
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Latest episode 9 days ago
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The Loftus Party is political comedy, pop culture Podcast that crushes the news into bite sized bits of comedic common sense. Hosted by comedian and writer Michael Loftus.
![The Russia-Ukraine War Report](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/d7de2714d62c2b2d068f02da8e0c1cfdf7a35d2293700e8dbc8dc9c29ab9f83f.avif)
438 Episodes
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Avg Length 29m
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Latest episode 20 hours ago
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In-depth, hard-hitting interviews with newsworthy personalities.
Dive into the evolving world of cannabis with Cannabis Man, a podcast that unravels America's complex relationship with this dynamic plant. From historical controversies to current decriminalization efforts and the booming industry in legalized states, join host Don Kleppin as he investigates the science, culture, and economics shaping cannabis today. With insightful interviews featuring experts, activists, and insiders, Cannabis Man sheds light on the plant's past, present, and its potential future, offering listeners a thorough understanding of an industry at the forefront of societal change!
![Playing With Marbles](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/662869f5858b3af4604abc82fe4d834bd8a78f9c4255b68bb8f3fa2ef884a356.avif)
15 Episodes
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Avg Length 28m
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Latest episode 2 months ago
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![World Ablaze with George Fontes](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/6e931bd75f28b3d0eb533201d34f8d270d1923f90accf2a98d4ddae214dd0280.avif)
33 Episodes
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Avg Length 43m
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Latest episode 4 days ago
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Hear unfiltered and unapologetic insights and opinions about politics, news, society, and culture on ‘World Ablaze with George Fontes’. Not much is off limits as we take on the subjects that affect our lives in America and around the world. Available on your favorite podcast platforms!
![1 on 1 with the Canon](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/5f199d8a2b1fe3f2f94312c90f57230e63c43be3ce8113f75399a21e157f663a.avif)
40 Episodes
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Avg Length 21m
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Latest episode 1 month ago
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Global experts and decision makers discuss, debate and analyse a key news story.
![GovLove - A Podcast About Local Government](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/47f32e648ab7008974acddc15f48802d163f171bfa6305e8411a4442a1aec65a.avif)
634 Episodes
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Avg Length 50m
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Latest episode 8 hours ago
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Americast is the authoritative US news and politics podcast from the BBC.
Each week we provide audiences with the best analysis from across the BBC, with on-the-ground observations and big picture insights about the stories which are defining America right now.
The podcast is hosted by trusted BBC journalists including the BBC’s North America editor, Sarah Smith, BBC Radio 4 presenter, Justin Webb, the BBC’s disinformation and social media correspondent, Marianna Spring, and BBC North America correspondent, Anthony Zurcher.
As well as political analysis, we also specialise in social media. Each week Marianna Spring brings listeners the latest updates from the BBC’s Undercover Voters, our award-winning investigation into the content that is recommended to US voters on social media.
The team is also joined by special guests each week, like CNN anchor, Christiane Amanpour, Emmy Award-winning TV host, Rachel Maddow, and Succession actress, J Smith-Cameron.
Podcasts are published every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. As well as being a podcast, we are also available every Friday night on BBC Radio 4 and every weekend on the BBC News Channel.
Every Monday we answer your questions on Americanswers, with some help from special guests, including Miles Taylor, who was chief of staff at the Department for Homeland Security during the Trump presidency before becoming a whistleblower.
Got a question or a comment? Get in touch with us on email at [email protected] or WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480.
See ya’ll later...
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![You and Me Both with Hillary Clinton](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/d55a79c049d76f2f31a098b4c734fe3d9a19d1a49ae45c452d02464abce1e025.avif)
68 Episodes
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Avg Length 37m
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Latest episode 3 months ago
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![MSNBC Rachel Maddow (video)](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/b20fa2a65451a0c195a7ae58ef179d8882f40cfae6762e2606c7a872d2f719be.avif)
199 Episodes
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Avg Length 26m
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Latest episode 2 years ago
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![Geopolitics Decanted by Silverado](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/240b6fc4843983523a021ec070f04ed520cc22a71cc0728bd86374e03dc7a271.avif)
65 Episodes
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Avg Length 53m
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Latest episode 2 months ago
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![[Abridged] Presidential Histories](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/6525cc0e1e417ed39f762f8124d08715bf80d60045828e7dbdde538ee5b7f9b9.avif)
115 Episodes
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Avg Length 50m
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Latest episode 11 days ago
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![Commonwealth Club of California Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/db2c76242ddf058cad86c7cce518ef224360b081d1ee3bafcb6ca484030bfe5c.avif)
2007 Episodes
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Avg Length 64m
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Latest episode 14 hours ago
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![Police Academy Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/3c8d8d08668ba68ae1f5f1e9bcd0f045974c7016da7cd75d5feb3252316df0a4.avif)
189 Episodes
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Avg Length 40m
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Latest episode 1 year ago
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![Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/a71e0db9d965f4d7615e9b9852652750849df9aa4a08f2ce23de5e394f40c7d0.avif)
340 Episodes
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Avg Length 37m
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Latest episode 3 days ago
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![The Improvement Association](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/3e3eeae7f745d62e2ac8477a9f66f10e3c5202535c5f872fc72c52cb853b12bf.avif)
7 Episodes
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Avg Length 34m
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Latest episode 2 years ago
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![So You Wanna Be President? with Chris Matthews](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/2ba11962cc4f666614f2ff1d449827d857d80783583fef33378c07f5caacbaec.avif)
7 Episodes
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Avg Length 29m
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Latest episode 4 years ago
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![The Michael Berry Show](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/4ea987803dd32783d0b016e907b825600c19207a6f0e82d09c8e029e3bc5d865.avif)
8600 Episodes
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Avg Length 35m
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Latest episode 2 hours ago
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![Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/635dc371d55e2fd0f81c4d8b70d31722abc146614863d5eee57906a81bd785cf.avif)
1073 Episodes
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Avg Length 54m
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Latest episode 22 hours ago
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![Official Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) Podcast](https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/episode_images/4efdfd962f6aaf6f38faa6ecdc596235b0d15a31bf48b159f258a4c9fa3c4be7.avif)
308 Episodes
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Avg Length 39m
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Latest episode 2 days ago
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Government Podcasts
Government Podcasts are a powerful tool for citizens to stay informed about the activities of their local, state, and national governments. These podcasts offer a platform for government officials, politicians, and other experts to share their insights and perspectives on issues affecting their constituents. Government Podcasts cover a wide range of topics, from policy debates and legislative updates to community initiatives and public services. They can be produced by government agencies themselves or by third-party organizations that focus on government-related topics.
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Our listeners have taken the liberty of rating the top government podcasts for you. Overall, government podcasts offer a unique and valuable perspective on the activities of our elected officials and the institutions they represent. They are a must-listen for anyone interested in staying informed about the issues affecting their community and the world around them.
What's the best government podcast right now in 2024?
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Frequently Asked Questions About Government Podcasts
What are Government Podcasts?
Government Podcasts are audio programs dedicated to exploring and discussing various aspects of government, politics, and public affairs. These podcasts provide a platform for informed discussions, interviews with policymakers, and analyses of government policies and issues at local, national, and international levels.
How can Government Podcasts benefit listeners?
Government Podcasts offer listeners a valuable opportunity to stay informed about political developments, government initiatives, and societal issues. Whether you're a politically engaged citizen, a student of political science, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of government functions, these podcasts provide accessible and insightful content.
What topics are commonly covered in Government Podcasts?
Government Podcasts cover a wide range of topics, including discussions on legislative processes, political ideologies, election analyses, public policy debates, and interviews with government officials and experts. Episodes often delve into current events, historical perspectives, and the impact of government decisions on society.
Are Government Podcasts suitable for both political enthusiasts and those seeking civic education?
Absolutely! Government Podcasts cater to a diverse audience, including political enthusiasts seeking in-depth discussions and individuals looking to enhance their civic education. These podcasts provide content suitable for various levels of familiarity with government and politics, making them accessible to a broad audience.
Can you recommend some popular Government Podcasts?
While podcast popularity can evolve, some well-regarded Government Podcasts include "The NPR Politics Podcast," "The Weeds," and "Civics 101." These podcasts typically feature a mix of episode discussions, interviews with policymakers, and analyses of political events, providing a comprehensive and engaging look into the world of government and politics.