
The 7
Every minute of your morning counts. Host Hannah Jewell takes you through the seven most important and interesting stories of the day, with the reporting and insight of The Washington Post. Get caught up in just a few minutes every weekday at 7 a.m.
Latest episodes

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Mar 25, 2025 • 9min
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
The podcast unpacks a shocking breach involving a journalist in a military planning meeting, shedding light on sensitive operations and political fallout. It delves into escalating tensions in the Middle East, marked by a violent incident in a Palestinian village. The discussion takes a turn towards environmental concerns, linking recent East Coast wildfires to historical events. Additionally, it raises alarming questions about genetic data storage risks and offers new dietary insights affecting midlife health.

Mar 24, 2025 • 9min
Monday, March 24, 2025
The podcast kicks off with Usha Vance's Greenland trip against a backdrop of past political tensions. It delves into a tragic humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Pope Francis's health recovery. Surprising revelations from newly released JFK files link CIA connections to certain families. Listeners are also treated to astonishing family secrets involving Soviet intelligence. Finally, the exhilarating March Madness tournament is recapped, along with the remarkable story of a century-old light bulb that highlights enduring technology.

Mar 21, 2025 • 10min
Friday, March 21, 2025
A fire at Heathrow Airport disrupts countless flights and passengers, making headlines. Elon Musk's crucial Pentagon meeting sparks discussions on national security and corporate influence. Political tensions rise with military actions in Gaza and a concerning data breach from the JFK files. Meanwhile, a new survey reveals younger Americans experience higher loneliness than their older counterparts. On a brighter note, a calving iceberg in Antarctica uncovers a vibrant marine ecosystem, offering scientists unique research opportunities.

Mar 20, 2025 • 9min
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Thursday briefing: Trump’s Education Department order; details from the JFK files; Ben & Jerry’s CEO; March Madness; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

Mar 19, 2025 • 9min
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Wednesday briefing: Trump and Putin’s ceasefire agreement; JFK files released; NASA astronauts return; allergy season; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

Mar 18, 2025 • 8min
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Tuesday briefing: Israel strikes Gaza; Trump’s deportations; autopen; Texas midwife arrest; returning NASA astronauts; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

Mar 17, 2025 • 8min
Monday, March 17, 2025
Monday briefing: Trump’s deportations; Voice of America; storm damage; North Macedonia fire; March Madness 2025 brackets; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

Mar 14, 2025 • 10min
Friday, March 14, 2025
Friday briefing: Government shutdown deadline; JD Vance booed; birthright citizenship; Denver plane fire; baby wombat; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

Mar 13, 2025 • 8min
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Thursday briefing: Trump’s tariffs; government shutdown watch; Ukraine ceasefire talks; lunar eclipse; NASA astronauts; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

Mar 12, 2025 • 8min
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Wednesday briefing: Trump’s tariffs; Education Department cuts; shutdown updates; measles outbreaks; Southwest Airlines; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.
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