

Post Reports
The Washington Post
Post Reports is the daily podcast from The Washington Post. Unparalleled reporting. Expert insight. Clear analysis. Everything you’ve come to expect from the newsroom of The Post, for your ears. Martine Powers and Elahe Izadi are your hosts, asking the questions you didn’t know you wanted answered. Published weekdays around 5 p.m. Eastern time.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 33min
The Campaign Moment: A chaotic 96 hours inside Biden world
Inside the chaos of Biden's campaign post-debate, discussions about replacing him, strategy planning, and the term 'bedwetting' in politics

Jul 1, 2024 • 28min
The Supreme Court granted Trump broad immunity. What now?
Devlin Barrett discusses the Supreme Court ruling granting Trump immunity from criminal acts during his presidency. The complexities of presidential immunity, implications for Trump's legal troubles, and future presidential impact are explored. The debate on defining official vs. unofficial acts and the broader consequences on government accountability are highlighted.

Jun 28, 2024 • 28min
The Campaign Moment: Dems in panic mode after the debate
Martine Powers and Aaron Blake discuss the aftermath of the debate, highlighting Biden's struggles and Trump's reliance on falsehoods. They explore the tough questions facing Democrats and the implications for Trump's campaign.

Jun 27, 2024 • 33min
She's a U.S. citizen, he's undocumented: A love story.
Javier Quiroz, a DACA recipient, and his U.S. citizen wife navigate the complexities of immigration policies under Biden and Trump. They represent the over 500,000 couples affected by potential policy changes. The podcast explores the challenges and uncertainties faced by DACA recipients and undocumented individuals. It contrasts Biden's efforts to assist immigrants with Trump's hard-line measures, painting a picture of the future for families like Javier and Hailey.

Jun 26, 2024 • 36min
How bullying shaped the surgeon general's fight against social media
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy discusses the impact of social media on children's mental health and proposes warning labels. He also addresses gun violence as a public health crisis. Dr. Murthy shares his decision to not allow his kids on social media due to safety concerns. The podcast also explores disinformation on social media and strategies to mitigate mental health risks for teens.

Jun 25, 2024 • 25min
Why Mexico City is worried about Day Zero
Explore the severe water shortage in Mexico City and the challenges faced by residents. Learn about the looming water crisis, aging infrastructure, and unequal access to resources. Discover how a scientist turned politician is addressing water management and climate change. Delve into proposed solutions, financial constraints, and global comparisons. Gain insight into generational perspectives on climate change and water scarcity solutions.

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Jun 24, 2024 • 25min
The fall of Alex Jones and his conspiracy empire
Discussion on Alex Jones' downfall following defamation lawsuit over false Sandy Hook conspiracy theories leading to $1.5 billion judgment. Potential shutdown of Infowars, impact on misinformation landscape, and accountability for spreading false information in media.

Jun 21, 2024 • 30min
The Campaign Moment: AI and other election threats
Reporters Amy Gardner and Yvonne Wingett Sanchez discuss overturning 2020 election results, charges against fake electors in Arizona (including Rudy Giuliani), and election officials creating deep fakes to educate voters.

Jun 20, 2024 • 22min
Why Republicans love to hate electric vehicles
The podcast discusses the divide over electric vehicles between Republicans and Democrats, with Trump criticizing battery technology. Vulnerable Senate Democrats face backlash for supporting climate policies. The chapter explores Republican attacks on Democrats over EV policies, as well as the cultural war aspects influenced by Trump's messaging. Updates on Supreme Court decision and Men's Cricket World Cup are also covered.

Jun 19, 2024 • 32min
How grievances splintered American sports
Sports columnist Jerry Brewer explores how racial grievances have splintered American sports, fueled by political figures like Trump. The podcast delves into athlete activism, the impact of patriotism, and the evolving dynamics of sports post-2020. Brewer's essays highlight the division and resentment in the sports world, shifting away from its unifying power.