Here's the Scoop
NBC News
"Here’s the Scoop" is your new favorite evening podcast from NBC News. In each daily episode, our host Yasmin Vossoughian will cut through the noise and break down the day’s top stories with our trusted journalists on the ground and around the world. We'll share the inside story on our exclusives and the best of our original reporting. We'll go deeper on the stories that matter - and why they matter - to help keep you informed on the issues impacting your life. We’ll also share a few headlines you’ll want to be in the know about before you bring your day to a close or head out to that dinner party.
We’ll ask and answer the questions you’ve been wondering about and help you make sense of the stories and people shaping our world. From breaking news to who’s breaking the internet, politics to your pocketbook, sports to Silicon Valley, we’ll deliver news the way you want it: quick, clear, and insightful. Welcome “Here’s the Scoop” to your new evening routine.
We’ll ask and answer the questions you’ve been wondering about and help you make sense of the stories and people shaping our world. From breaking news to who’s breaking the internet, politics to your pocketbook, sports to Silicon Valley, we’ll deliver news the way you want it: quick, clear, and insightful. Welcome “Here’s the Scoop” to your new evening routine.
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Dec 30, 2025 • 30min
Looking Ahead to Politics in 2026 with Steve Kornacki and Ryan Nobles
Democrats racked up big political wins in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia this year with a laser-focus on affordability, despite President Trump touting an “A+++++” economy. Now, heading into 2026, the question is: Whose message will be more compelling to voters in the November midterms? And what impact will that have on the administration? NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki and Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles join to take stock of politics in 2025 and look ahead to the midterms still around the corner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 29, 2025 • 19min
All Eyes on the Supremes: The 2026 Supreme Court cases to watch
The first full Supreme Court term of President Trump’s second presidency is ongoing, and the docket is packed with high-stakes cases that could reshape the legal system. The justices are weighing challenges directly tied to Trump, including cases that test the limits of presidential power, while also taking on consequential questions about LGBTQ rights and campaign finance. So how far is this court willing to upend precedence? And what could it mean for the country? NBC News Senior Legal Correspondent Laura Jarrett and Supreme Court Reporter Lawrence Hurley join us with their perspective from inside and outside the courtroom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 26, 2025 • 24min
Tech Unwrapped: Holiday Gadgets, 2026 Predictions & AI Insights with Joanna Stern
Got new tech under the tree – but don’t know if you should hang onto the gift receipt? We talk to Wall Street Journal Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern about what's worth keeping and what is worth a trip back to the store. Plus, we're looking ahead at the biggest tech and business stories to watch in 2026. Joanna closes the episode giving us a sneak peek of her forthcoming book on AI and insights that might just change how you think about artificial intelligence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 24, 2025 • 26min
Tuning into Delilah: Legendary Radio Host Reflects On Her Career, Money and Kids
Radio host Delilah Rene Luke has been on the air for decades. Her show “Delilah” has racked up 8-10 million weekly listeners across 160 radio stations, making her the most listened-to woman in the history of American radio. When she’s not on the air, Delilah is busy: She’s the mother of some 18 children, most of whom she adopted, with serious health conditions. After a break to grieve the loss of one of those sons, Zach, she’s back on the air. She joins Yas this Christmas Eve to talk about where her show began, how she connects with people through music, and coping with challenges. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 23, 2025 • 25min
New GLP-1 Pills, Vaccine Schedules and ACA Costs – Plus, Last Ditch Holiday Shopping
The FDA has approved a pill version of the GLP-1 weight loss drug Wegovy from Novo Nordisk. The Department of Health and Human Services could be setting a new vaccine schedule. And ACA subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. We speak with NBC News Medical Contributor Dr. Natalie Azar about the new developments and why the rising cost of health care is creating anxiety among nearly half of U.S. adults. Plus: Ahead of the holidays, we have weather, travel and shopping updates for your last-minute trips Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 22, 2025 • 23min
Victims and Lawmakers Criticize Redacted Epstein Docs, and Power Struggles Inside Trump’s Russia-Ukraine Peace Push
Lawmakers say they’re taking action after the Justice Department failed to release all the docs related to Jeffrey Epstein by Friday’s deadline – and much was blacked out in what was released. Then, Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard explains what the redactions and lack of transparency mean for those still seeking justice and accountability. Plus, NBC News is reporting exclusively on a growing rift between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff over Russia-Ukraine peace talk strategy. NBC News investigative reporter Dan De Luce joins us to talk about what that divide could mean for the path forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 19, 2025 • 20min
Epstein Files Drop, Manhunt in Brown Attack Ends, and TikTok Lives On
Tom Winter, NBC News National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent, shares chilling details about the recent Brown University shooting suspect, found dead in a storage unit after a manhunt. A pivotal Reddit tip led investigators to him and unveiled potential ties to an MIT professor's murder. Meanwhile, Savannah Sellers, NBC News Now anchor, details a major TikTok deal safeguarding the app from a ban. She explains how it will change ownership dynamics, protect creators, and address security concerns while ensuring user interests remain intact.
Dec 18, 2025 • 23min
One Year In: Trump Makes His Case; A Social Media Reckoning
Nearly a year into his second term, President Donald Trump took to prime time from the White House to make his case to the country. NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake joins us to separate fact from fiction and unpack what the speech says about the political moment, as the president’s approval ratings continue to dip. Then, social media companies are under growing pressure over their impact on teens. NBC News is reporting exclusively that the families of two boys who died by suicide have sued Meta, alleging the company ignored the dangers of “sextortion” on Instagram. NBC News Tech Reporter David Ingram joins us with the details and what it could mean for Big Tech. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 17, 2025 • 22min
Nick Reiner Appears in Court, and Pot Heads Toward a Presidential Makeover
Nick Reiner, son of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, was arraigned in Los Angeles Superior Court. He’s charged with two counts of first-degree murder in his parent’s deaths. NBC News correspondent Gadi Schwartz has the latest on the Hollywood tragedy. And President Trump is expected to sign an executive order this week fast-tracking the reclassification of marijuana. NBC News correspondent Julie Tsirkin, who covers the White House, has more on a move that would mark a major shift in U.S. drug policy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 16, 2025 • 25min
Delayed Jobs Data Shows Shaky Economy
The jobs report from October and November that was on ice because of the government shutdown shows major losses in federal jobs in October, but a small upward tick in November. The Trump administration is touting private-sector wage growth. NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans joins us to make sense of the numbers. Then, Senior Investigative Producer Dan Slepian brings us an NBC investigation into the fallout from a conviction connected to shaken baby syndrome, and why new science is not leading to exonerations. Plus: Nick Reiner charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his parents, updates on the shootings at Bondi Beach, and why one couple got married for the first time on their 50th anniversary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
