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A podcast from Washington Post Live, the newsroom’s live journalism platform, where top-level government officials, business leaders, cultural influencers and emerging voices discuss the most pressing issues driving the news cycle nationally and across the globe. From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life. read less

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The Washington Post Live podcast brings listeners the latest updates from the newsroom. Industry experts-like business leaders and lawmakers-join each week. Washington Post reporters discuss news from America and beyond. They host podcast episodes based on their beat at the newspaper.

Podcast episodes range from the latest in technology to the GOP. The “First Look Live” episodes discuss the important news of the day. Sports are also on the agenda, and in one Washington Post Live episode, sports columnist Jerry Brewer discusses the NFL. Joining him is Doug Williams, who made history as the first Black quarterback to win the Super Bowl in the 1980s. Together they discuss how the NFL has changed since that momentous win and what that moment meant to him.

This informative podcast also includes more detailed conversations around critical topics. These include subjects such as global warming and policing in America. When talk turns to women's health, the CEO of Poppy Seed Health, Simmone Taitt, joins the conversation. She talks about the mental and emotional support needed for women who have had a miscarriage. Medical advisor Sharon Malone also appears on Washington Post Live. She discusses the importance of safe spaces for women to discuss health issues.

Another compelling topic is visibility in disability. Social media disability influencer Lauren “Lolo” Spencer guests on an episode. She's known for her advocacy as well as her role in the comedy show The Sex Lives of College Girls. She discusses the importance of representation within the community. Spencer also believes that the media misleads society about how people with disabilities live.

In another episode, the podcast reviews President Biden's administration. Author Chris Whipple joins White House reporter Yasmeen Abutaleb. They discuss Whipple's book on Biden, entitled The Fight of His Life. Whipple shares his views on Biden's first years in office and his handling of the war in Ukraine. With insights from engaging speakers, listeners can learn about critical topics from experts. Washington Post Live releases new episodes throughout the week. There's always something new to discover on this podcast.

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First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Devlin Barrett, Jennifer Rubin and Catherine Rampell

First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Devlin Barrett, Jennifer Rubin and Catherine Rampell

On Washington Post Live’s “First Look,” associate editor Jonathan Capehart speaks with The Post’s Devlin Barrett, Jennifer Rubin and Catherine Rampell about Donald Trump’s week in court, the two upcoming presidential debates and President Biden’s strategy in battleground states. Conversation recorded on Friday, May 17, 2024.

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First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Devlin Barrett, Jennifer Rubin and Catherine Rampell

First Look with The Post’s Jonathan Capehart, Devlin Barrett, Jennifer Rubin and Catherine Rampell

On Washington Post Live’s “First Look,” associate editor Jonathan Capehart speaks with The Post’s Devlin Barrett, Jennifer Rubin and Catherine Rampell about Donald Trump’s week in court, the two upcoming presidential debates and President Biden’s strategy in battleground states. Conversation recorded on Friday, May 17, 2024.

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on being at the 'forefront of climate change'

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on being at the 'forefront of climate change'

Ford’s chief sustainability officer Bob Holycross talks about the 'bumpy ride' of EV growth and the how the IRA will impact the automaker industry. Then, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego discusses how she plans to reduce emissions and build innovative solutions for housing and transportation one of the country's fastest growing cities. Conversation recorded on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

Steve Case and other top tech leaders on how America can 'lead the next AI revolution'

Steve Case and other top tech leaders on how America can 'lead the next AI revolution'

Revolution CEO Steve Case talks about the latest iteration of ChatGPT's AI software, the need for opensource AI and how the current 'inflection point' in AI that mirrors that of the rise of the internet. Then, the EU Commission’s top digital policymaker Roberto Viola and Center for Democracy and Technology CEO Alexandra Reeve Givens discuss the need for EU AI Act and why 'guardrails' for algorithmic decision-making systems are needed now. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Washington Post Live's "The Futurist" event.

First Look with The Post's Jonathan Capehart, Yasmeen Abutaleb, Eugene Robinson and George F. Will

First Look with The Post's Jonathan Capehart, Yasmeen Abutaleb, Eugene Robinson and George F. Will

On Washington Post Live’s “First Look,” associate editor Jonathan Capehart speaks with The Post’s Yasmeen Abutaleb, Eugene Robinson and George F. Will about Biden’s threat to cut off offensive weapons if Israel invades Rafah, the Biden administration’s Mideast strategy and the latest failed attempt to oust Mike Johnson as House Speaker. Conversation recorded on Friday, May 10, 2024.

Jonathan Kanter on the DOJ's new healthcare taskforce and the risks of monopolization

Jonathan Kanter on the DOJ's new healthcare taskforce and the risks of monopolization

Jonathan Kanter, assistant attorney general for the Justice Department's antitrust division, discusses the unveiling of the department's new "healthcare monopolies and collision" task force which aims to counteract the concentration of power within healthcare and why he believes we're at a "turning point in antitrust enforcement." Conversation recorded on Thursday, May 9, 2024.

Norman Chen on the 'model minority myth' and combatting the rise in anti Asian hate in the U.S.

Norman Chen on the 'model minority myth' and combatting the rise in anti Asian hate in the U.S.

Norman Chen, CEO of The Asian American Foundation, discusses his organization's mission to create "safety, belonging and prosperity for the AANHPI community" and why he feels the upcoming election could result in "more xenophobia and anti Asian language during the campaigns." Conversation recorded on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

David Ignatius on 'Phantom Orbit' and the future of conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine

David Ignatius on 'Phantom Orbit' and the future of conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine

David Ignatius, the foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Post, talks about his new spy novel, “Phantom Orbit,” which explores space warfare, geopolitics and espionage, his recent interview with Ukrainian President Zelensky and why he believes we're "a long way from a two-state solution" between Israel and Palestine. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

WNBA all-star Chiney Ogwumike on the surge in women's basketball and why 'women do it better'

WNBA all-star Chiney Ogwumike on the surge in women's basketball and why 'women do it better'

Chiney Ogwumike, two-time WNBA All-Star turned sports commentator, host and podcaster joins The Post’s Sally Jenkins to discuss her journey from athlete to analyst, the rising popularity of women’s basketball and how she sees the new generation of talent dominating the game today. Conversation recorded on Monday, May 6, 2024.

The state of global press freedom and the threats to democracy

The state of global press freedom and the threats to democracy

Media leaders, advocates and journalists join Washington Post Live on World Press Freedom Day to assess the state of global press freedom, the technological shifts reshaping the industry and what's at stake as billions around the world head to the polls this year. Conversation recorded at The Post's World Press Freedom Day event on Friday, May 3, 2024.

2024 Roundtable: College campus protests, Trump's trials and the future of democracy

2024 Roundtable: College campus protests, Trump's trials and the future of democracy

White House Bureau Chief Toluse Olorunnipa discusses President Biden's response to the protests roiling college campuses over the Israel-Gaza war and why he "can't ignore them." Then, reporters Isaac Arnsdorf and Perry Stein talk about Donald Trump's hush money trials and how the former president is "situating himself" alongside Jan. 6 defendants. Conversation recorded on Thursday, May 2, 2024.

Sophie Grégoire Trudeau on her new memoir, overcoming an eating disorder and the power of connection

Sophie Grégoire Trudeau on her new memoir, overcoming an eating disorder and the power of connection

Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, Canada’s former first lady, joins The Post's Tara Parker-Pope to discuss the importance of mental health, her public split from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and how vulnerability can create "healthier democracies." Conversation recorded on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Dmitri Alperovitch on China’s rise, Taiwan’s security and American primacy

Dmitri Alperovitch on China’s rise, Taiwan’s security and American primacy

Silverado Policy Chair Dmitri Alperovitch joins Washington Post Live to discuss his new book, “World on the Brink,” about the challenge of China for American foreign policy and recent efforts between the two countries to cool tensions. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.

FCC chair Jessica Rosenworcel on closing the digital divide

FCC chair Jessica Rosenworcel on closing the digital divide

FCC chair Jessica Rosenworcel talked about the agency's efforts to address the broadband gap with "precision" and why she's "optimistic" about the prospect for progress. Then, Brookings Institution's Nicol Turner Lee and CareJourney CEO Aneesh Chopra discuss ways to ensure that the rapidly changing digital era does not leave underserved communities behind. Conversation recorded on Friday, April 26, 2024.

Kellyanne Conway shares her outlook on the 2024 election and potential Trump running mates

Kellyanne Conway shares her outlook on the 2024 election and potential Trump running mates

Kellyanne Conway, former senior counselor to President Donald Trump, discusses the former president's potential vice presidential running mates, the impact that Jan. 6 could have on Trump's electoral prospects and the national debate over abortion policy. Conversation recorded on Wednesday, April 25, 2024.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen on 'last chance' for a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians

Sen. Chris Van Hollen on 'last chance' for a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D- MD.) discusses the foreign aid package deal for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, the Biden administration's leverage with Israel and why he thinks the U.S. should restore funding to UNRWA. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

First Look with The Post's Jonathan Capehart, Marianna Sotomayor, Ramesh Ponnuru and Jason Willick

First Look with The Post's Jonathan Capehart, Marianna Sotomayor, Ramesh Ponnuru and Jason Willick

On Washington Post Live’s “First Look,” associate editor Jonathan Capehart speaks with The Post’s Marianna Sotomayor, Ramesh Ponnuru and Jason Willick about Mike Johnson’s strategy to pass foreign aid, divisions in the GOP caucus, fears over a wider Mideast war and how Republicans are navigating the politics of abortion. Conversation recorded on Friday, April 19, 2024.

The role of clean energy in the future of American manufacturing

The role of clean energy in the future of American manufacturing

Jay Timmons, president and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers, and Valerie Sheares Ashby, president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, join Washington Post Live to assess the state of manufacturing, the workforce required to sustain its growth and how manufacturing can play a role in decarbonizing the economy. Conversation recorded on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

Larry Summers and Natasha Sarin on Trump's tax cuts and reducing wealth inequiy through tax policy

Larry Summers and Natasha Sarin on Trump's tax cuts and reducing wealth inequiy through tax policy

Former treasury secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Yale Law School professor Natasha Sarin discuss their insights on the current state of the U.S. economy, America’s tax policies and the future of the national debt. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

The power of storytelling in shaping climate change narratives

The power of storytelling in shaping climate change narratives

World-renowned photographer Cristina Mittermeier details how she uses photography to document the effects of climate change on the oceans and wildlife. Then, land protector and model Quannah ChasingHorse and Maya’s Ideas CEO Maya Penn discuss how they're utilizing fashion, animation and their stories to reshape new narratives. Conversation recorded on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at "This is Climate" summit.

The big bets to fight climate change

The big bets to fight climate change

Rockefeller Foundation president Rajiv Shah talks about how it is "possible to win the fight against climate change." Then, LanzaTech CEO Jennifer Holmgren, Mill CEO Matt Rogers and Sublime Systems CEO Leah Ellis discuss the solutions they are working on for a low-carbon economy. Conversation recorded on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at "This is Climate" summit.