

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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Apr 20, 2024 • 53min
Deep Reads: Riding the baddest bulls made him a legend. Then one broke his neck.
Legendary bull rider J.B. Mauney, forced into retirement after a career-ending injury, finds acceptance on his ranch. Explore his uncompromising life and friendship with his fate. Discover the daring world of bull riding, the intense bond between rider and bull, and the risks involved. Experience the resilience and determination of rodeo individuals, showcasing their unwavering spirit amidst challenges.

Apr 19, 2024 • 33min
The Campaign Moment: Trump jurors and Biden on Israel
This podcast discusses Trump's criminal trial, the division in Congress over Israel, and the GOP House Speaker's risky aid plan for Ukraine. The episode explores the complexities of jury selection in high-profile cases and Biden's approach to Israel post-strike. It also touches on the upcoming events like Biden's trial and foreign aid votes, emphasizing the political challenges ahead.

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Apr 18, 2024 • 32min
America’s toxic tap water problem
Exploring the toxic tap water problem in America, particularly in Sunland Park, New Mexico, where residents have been exposed to high levels of arsenic for years. The podcast discusses the challenges faced by low-income and Latino communities in accessing clean water, and the failures of government agencies in addressing water contamination issues

Apr 17, 2024 • 37min
How a narco revolt pushed a peaceful nation to the brink
Exploring Ecuador's slide into chaos as powerful gangs provoke a narco revolt. President's controversial response to the crisis reveals deep-rooted issues of corruption and violence. Gang infiltration exposes Ecuador's vulnerability to organized crime. The aftermath of the chaotic events serves as a warning for Latin America.

Apr 16, 2024 • 27min
Will Israel “take the win”?
Discussion on Iran's direct attack on Israel, Israel's successful interception of missiles, concerns of broader war with Iran and Hamas, Israel's capability to fight two wars, and potential future developments in the region.

Apr 15, 2024 • 19min
Day 1 of Trump's first criminal trial
Isaac Arnsdorf and Shayna Jacobs cover Trump's first criminal trial for falsifying business records. They discuss jury selection, hush money payments to Stormy Daniels, defense arguments, and the exclusion of certain details from the trial.

Apr 12, 2024 • 33min
The Campaign Moment: It’s 1864 in Arizona
Arizona-based democracy reporter Yvonne Wingett Sanchez discusses the Arizona Supreme Court's ruling on a 1864 abortion ban, impacting the 2024 election. Also, RFK Jr.'s campaign controversy and Trump's hush money trial in NY. The podcast delves into political strategies, alliances, and the Stormy Daniels trial, offering insightful commentary on key election dynamics.

Apr 11, 2024 • 26min
How will O.J. Simpson be remembered?
Exploring O.J. Simpson's rise from football star to infamous murder trial, his dual persona of success and darkness in private life, and the legal and cultural repercussions of the trial. Delving into the complexities of his legacy, societal reflections, and the lasting impact of his acquittal.

Apr 10, 2024 • 25min
The mounting allegations against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces mounting lawsuits alleging abuse, sexual violence, and sex trafficking, sparking a reckoning in the music industry. Federal investigation, high-profile names implicated, and potential impact on industry conversations. Denial of allegations, legal scrutiny, comparisons to R. Kelly case, and ongoing investigations into abuse and trafficking allegations.

Apr 9, 2024 • 25min
Help! I haven’t filed my taxes yet!
Personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary provides last-minute tax advice, discussing filing extensions, utilizing tax professionals, and easing tax season stress. Topics include navigating tax filing, debt resolution, tax refunds, reporting income, and IRS matching system.