Best News Podcasts (2026)

The Daily

by The New York Times

This is what the news should sound like. The biggest stories of our time, told by the best journalists in the world. Hosted by Michael Barbaro, Rachel Abrams and Natalie Kitroeff. Twenty minutes a day, six days a week, ready by 6 a.m. Subsc…

Dateline NBC

by NBC News

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.   Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-fr…

Up First from NPR

by NPR

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…

48 Hours

by CBS News

“48 Hours” uncovers the narrative behind crime and justice cases that have left a lasting mark on society. Award-winning CBS News correspondents thoughtfully examine the complexities of each crime by transporting you to the heart of the inv…

Pod Save America

by Pod Save America

The Megyn Kelly Show

by SiriusXM

The Megyn Kelly Show is your home for open, honest and provocative conversations with the most interesting and important political, legal and cultural figures today. No BS. No agenda. And no fear.

The Tucker Carlson Show

by Tucker Carlson Network

The Tucker Carlson Show is your beacon of free speech and honest reporting in a media landscape dominated by misinformation. The only solution to ending the propaganda spiral is by telling the truth. That's our job. Every day. No matter wha…

The Lawfare Podcast

by The Lawfare Institute

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…

Skin Anarchy

by Ekta et al.

Skin Anarchy is where beauty meets curiosity and science. Hosted by Dr. Ekta, this podcast dives deep into the behind-the-scenes world of beauty, uncovering the stories, trends, and innovations shaping skincare, makeup, haircare, fragrance,…

Strict Scrutiny

by Strict Scrutiny

The MeidasTouch Podcast

by MeidasTouch Network

Ben, Brett and Jordy Meiselas are three brothers with very unique backgrounds! Ben is a top lawyer and Colin Kaepernick’s business partner. Brett is a two-time Emmy award winning video editor from the world of film and television. Jordy, th…

Pop Culture Happy Hour

by NPR

Get obsessed with us. Four days a week, Pop Culture Happy Hour serves you recommendations and commentary on the buzziest movies, TV, music, books, videogames and more. Join arts journalists Linda Holmes, Glen Weldon, Stephen Thompson, and A…

The Right Time with Bomani Jones

by Wave

Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on 4 times a week.

Techy Tekki Trance, Techno, and Euphoric Hardstyle

by DJ Patochan

A one hour collection of chart topping Dance music mostly in the Trance, Techno, House, and Hardstyle genres. Blended in a seamless 1 hour mix w/commentary - this mix is designed to take you on a journey to some of the best songs in the Hou…

5-4

by Prologue Projects

5-4 is a podcast about how much the Supreme Court sucks. Hosted by Peter Shamshiri, Rhiannon Hamam, and Michael Liroff, it's a progressive and occasionally profane take on the ideological battles at the heart of the Court's most important l…