20 Best Political News Podcasts

1. Verdict with Ted Cruz

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Join Senator Ted Cruz and co-host Ben Ferguson as they break down the most important news stories of the day and reveal what they mean for you. On 'Verdict with Ted Cruz,' you will go behind the scenes of the political debates that define our country.MORE Hosts Ted Cruz, Ben Ferguson
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2. RealClearPolitics Takeaway

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News and Political Analysis from RealClearPolics.RealClearPolitics co-founder and president Tom Bevan joins RCP Washington Bureau Chief Carl Cannon to discuss to discuss Democrats' Tuesday's results in an unusual midterm election. Democrats clearly outperformed projections, but several races remain undecided and much of the data is still unclear.MORE Hosts Andrew Walworth, Thomas C. Bevan, Carl M. Cannon
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 171.4KTwitter 220.1KInstagram 35.4K Avg Length 46 min Get Email Contact

3. Pantsuit Politics

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The home of grace-filled political conversations. Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers have real conversations that help us understand politics, democracy & the news, while still treating each other like thoughtful human beings.MORE Hosts Sarah Stewart Holland, Beth Silvers
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 14.6KTwitter 16.2KInstagram 65K Avg Length 62 min Since May 2016 Video Podcast YouTube
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4. Tangle

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Independent, non-partisan politics news where you'll hear the best arguments from across the political spectrum on the news of the day. Plus, fascinating interviews with people in the political world. Check out our newsletter: https://www.readtangle.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Topics covered Politics
Host Isaac Saul
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 9.7KTwitter 11.1KInstagram 51.5K Avg Length 27 min Get Email Contact

5. CNN Political Briefing

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The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. CNN Political Director David Chalian shares the latest insider analysis so you can make sense of the headlines.
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Apple Rating 3.5/5Facebook 40.4MTwitter 63.2MInstagram 20.5M Avg Length 26 min Get Email Contact

6. Beyond Your News Feed

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Welcome to 'Beyond Your News Feed: Understanding Contemporary Politics' a new podcast sponsored by the Providence College Political Science Department. Host William Hudson, Political Science Department Chair, and colleagues will provide expert analysis of current political events and issues, delving more deeply into their causes and consequences than can be found in typical media sources.MORE Producer/Network Providence College Political Science Department
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 29.5KTwitter 99Instagram 42.1K Avg Length 59 min Get Email Contact

7. American Political Paradise

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American Political Paradise is a podcast about politics and how it impacts everyone from myself to you to the government. However, this podcast will feature episodes on many different aspects of American Federal government as we know today. This will also spread the accurate news and political information or news stories relating to American Politics. The goal is to keep you informed on the latest scandals, stories, and events within U.S. Politics accordingly to factual sources.MORE Host Noah Rodenfels
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8. The Politics Lab

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Politics isn't always black and white. Dr. Bill Muck and Dr. Phil Barker, professors of political science and longtime friends, talk through the week's news and discuss how political science might help make sense of things. In The Politics Lab, we put politics under the microscope.MORE Email ****@thepoliticslab.com
Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 92Twitter 217Instagram 17 Avg Length 48 min Get Email Contact

9. The NPR Politics Podcast

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Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon.Political wonks - get wonkier with The NPR Politics Podcast . Your subscription supports the podcast and unlocks a sponsor-free feed.MORE Email ****@npr.org
Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 7.7MTwitter 8.3MInstagram 7.3M Avg Length 17 min Get Email Contact

10. Slacker82alpha Podcast

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Introducing 'Slacker82alpha' - A Podcast Unveiling TruthsWelcome to 'Slacker82alpha,' the game-changing podcast hosted by two dedicated military veterans on a mission to unearth the concealed truths that the government and mainstream media have been perpetuating. With an unyielding commitment to transparency and accountability, our show delves into the depths of deception to empower the American people with unbiased information that is often overshadowed or hidden from view.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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11. Off Topic/On Politics

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What happens when three New York reporters sit in a (small) room and talk politics? Join the NY1 political team each week for a conversation where no topic is off-limits and everything is on the record.?MORE Hosts Courtney Gross, Bobby Cuza
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Apple Rating 4.6/5 Avg Length 34 min Get Email Contact

12. American Potential

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American Potential is a national award-winning podcast that shares how individuals are taking action in their community to break barriers. While some of our guests may be public officials or influencers, many are ordinary Americans who decided, 'enough is enough' and are stepping up in a big way.We share policy solutions to the most important challenges our country faces and talk to people who are doing something about it.MORE Host Jeff Crank
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13. Didja Hear the News?

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Didja Hear the News? is a political news podcast created to keep you up-to-date on the ins and outs of the US Government whilst providing commentary unique to the host and round table guests.MORE Host Brandi Mac
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14. Lawyers, Guns, and Money

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It's 1985, and John Mattes, a public defender in Miami, meets his first client, who claims to be part of a CIA operation running guns in Central America. As Mattes investigates, he is pulled deep into a dangerous world of mercenaries, drug kingpins, and what would become one of the biggest White House scandals of the 20th Century. Lawyers Guns and Money will take you on a thrilling and dangerous ride that dives deep into American covert operations, secret wars, and dirty politics.MORE Host Jon Cryer
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15. News Not Noise

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I'm Jessica Yellin, the founder of News Not Noise. For years, I worked in network news at ABC, MSNBC, and CNN, where I was the Chief White House Correspondent.The more years I got under my belt as a reporter, the more I became convinced that the news doesn't speak to a large part of the audience.The midterm elections were approaching and friends asked me to explain what the heck was happening in the political cycle.So, I picked up my phone and began posting short, daily explainer videos on Instagram.MORE Producer/Network Jessica Yellin
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Twitter 774Instagram 750.4K Avg Length 39 min Get Email Contact

16. The Political Theory of Everything

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A talk show about the government's past, present, and future with break downs of daily news and political theory.
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17. Partly Political Broadcast

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Partly Political Broadcast is a weekly comedy podcast dissecting the previous week's political news. Every show has in-depth looks at issues, interviews with people who know things, and top-level satirical commentary from comedian Tiernan Douieb who doesn't understand politics all that much.MORE Producer/Network Tiernan Douieb
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 3.4KTwitter 2.1KInstagram 2.1K Avg Length 45 min Since Jan 2016 Get Email Contact

18. Reel Political News

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Two White House Correspondents , Doug Christian and Christopher Bua, will nudge you through this tumultuous period as Washington insiders. We'll ask the tough questions, look for some answers, and have some fun along the way.MORE Producer/Network Douglas Christian
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19. Political Traction

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Political Traction takes you behind the scenes for an insider's look at what's really going on when it comes to the country's biggest political stories. Each Friday, host Adam Owen sits down with an insider from politicians to journalists, diplomats to political strategists to guide listeners through the backroom machinations shaping the news cycle. Political Traction is powered by Navigator, Canada's leading high-stakes public affairs firm.MORE Producer/Network Political Traction
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