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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May 11, 2024 • 22min
Is the Drake-Kendrick rap beef good for hip-hop?
Drake and Kendrick Lamar's rap beef, with songs taking shots at each other, has reignited the hip-hop industry. The lyrical exchanges between the two artists have captivated fans and revitalized interest in rap music, creating anticipation for a potential musical showdown. The feud, which started around a decade ago but recently resurfaced, highlights the competitive nature of their relationship.
May 10, 2024 • 30min
The Campaign Moment: Trump trial delays, boos for MTG and Biden’s red line on Rafah
Senior political reporter Aaron Blake and national political reporter Isaac Arnsdorf discuss Stormy Daniels's testimony affecting Trump's trial, questions around Trump's classified documents case, House's pushback against Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Biden's threat to Israel over Rafah.
May 9, 2024 • 21min
Will U.S. threats change Israel’s war?
Tensions rise between US and Israel over Gaza war. Biden threatens arms withholding if Israel advances in Rafah. Israel begins military operation in Rafah, blocking aid deliveries. Biden pauses bomb shipment to Israel. Cease-fire talks ongoing. Trump promised to scrap Biden's clean energy policies.
May 8, 2024 • 28min
Stormy Daniels takes the stand (and Trump curses)
Adult-film actress Stormy Daniels gives explicit testimony in a hush money trial involving Donald Trump. Trump curses during the trial. Judge warns his lawyer about audibly cursing. Daniels recounts alleged sexual encounter with Trump. Trump accused of falsifying records. Reporter Devlin Barrett breaks down the significance of Daniels's testimony and its impact on the trial.
May 7, 2024 • 30min
How Pope Francis opened the Vatican to trans sex workers
Pope Francis' inclusive approach towards LGBTQ+ community, blessing same-sex couples and baptizing transgender individuals. Meeting with transgender sex workers at the Vatican sparks backlash from conservative clerics. Explore the personal journey of Laura Esquivel, a transgender sex worker, and her encounter with Pope Francis. Israeli forces seize Rafa border crossing in Gaza, raising concerns for civilians amid warnings from world leaders.
May 6, 2024 • 20min
Can U.S. aid to Ukraine make a dent in the war?
Exploring the impact of U.S. aid on Ukraine's war, including the challenges of low supplies and exhausted soldiers. The aid package aims to strengthen battlefield defenses, but a major Ukrainian offensive remains unlikely. Discussions on casualties, military support, and future strategies in the conflict.
May 4, 2024 • 38min
Deep Reads: One man threatened Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Here’s what happened next.
Ruby Cramer, a narrative journalist, discusses a man's threat towards Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. The podcast delves into the mental health crisis, FBI involvement, legal consequences, and reflections on personal growth and healing post-incident.
May 3, 2024 • 28min
The Campaign Moment: Campus protests, a jail threat for Trump and Kristi Noem’s late dog Cricket
Aaron Blake and Cleve Wootson discuss Biden's response to campus protests, Trump's legal troubles, and Kristi Noem's dog controversy. They analyze potential VP candidates for Trump and speculate on future political events.
May 2, 2024 • 27min
The unprecedented health-care hack that may affect you
A major cyberattack targeted UnitedHealth Group's subsidiary, exposing patient information and causing chaos in the healthcare system. The breach led to intense scrutiny from Congress, with the CEO testifying and facing criticism for lacking security safeguards. Lawmakers questioned UnitedHealth's response, including paying a ransom and potential antitrust issues. The podcast highlights the importance of improving cybersecurity in healthcare to prevent future data breaches.
May 1, 2024 • 35min
The precarious power of Speaker Mike Johnson
Mike Johnson, who became the speaker of the House of Representatives after Kevin McCarthy's ouster, faces potential removal by his Republican colleagues after passing a bill providing aid to Ukraine. Congressional reporter Marianna Sotomayor discusses Johnson's politics and the internal strife within the GOP over his leadership.
