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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Jul 17, 2025 • 14min
DOGE days of summer; Plus, Bad Bunny’s homecoming
Overnight, the Senate voted to claw back $9 billion in already-approved funding slashing support for foreign aid, NPR, and PBS. It’s a bold move that could redefine federal budgeting under the Trump administration. Host Brian Cheung breaks it down with NBC News’ Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur, and later, sits down with José Díaz-Balart, anchor of weekend Nightly News, to talk about Bad Bunny’s groundbreaking residency in Puerto Rico and what it means for the island and its culture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 16, 2025 • 14min
MAGA rift over Epstein files widens
Pressure is building on President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi to release the Jeffrey Epstein files with Republicans, Democrats, and MAGA influencers all demanding answers. Trump calls the documents “pretty boring stuff,” while Bondi denies a client list exists and won’t release what the DOJ has. Even U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene calls it “the first fracture in MAGA.” Host Yasmin Vossoughian breaks it all down with Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell and politics reporter Allan Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 15, 2025 • 18min
Congress' crypto week; Are your supplements safe?
It’s crypto week in Congress - and lawmakers are trying to create a framework for regulating the industry. Host Yasmin Vossoughian talks with NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans and Chief Capitol Hill Reporter Ryan Nobles. And then we turn to Doctor Kavita Patel who talks about when supplements can be too much of a good thing.
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Jul 14, 2025 • 10min
My time in Kerrville
We are 11 days out from the tragic Texas floods where at least 129 people are dead and 166 still unaccounted for. A majority of those are Kerr County residents, where Host Morgan Chesky grew up. Morgan has been on the ground in his hometown ever since and digging into some of the most pressing questions of the response with Texas officials. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 11, 2025 • 14min
My phone call with President Trump
Host Brian Cheung sits down with Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker, fresh off a wide-ranging phone call with President Trump. From looming tariffs to a cryptic tease about a “major statement”on Russia coming next week, Welker breaks down what the president said and what he didn’t. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 10, 2025 • 17min
FEMA’s fate and the breast cancer tool in the spotlight
The numbers are staggering, over 120 lives lost and 170 still missing after the floods in Central Texas. The devastation has reignited tough questions about FEMA’s future. Host Yasmin Vossoughian sits down with Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley to unpack the agency’s identity crisis and what it means as disasters grow more frequent and more deadly. Plus, we’re talking about the lifetime breast cancer assessment tool that’s suddenly everywhere, thanks to actress Olivia Munn. And Dr. Shieva Ghofrany joins us to break down what every woman needs to know when it comes to their breast health. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 9, 2025 • 16min
What tariff turmoil could mean for you
Host Yasmin Vossoughian breaks down the White House’s latest tariff moves and what it can mean for your wallet with co-host and NBC Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung. And NBC News Correspondent Stephanie Gosk unpacks the swirl of theories still haunting the Jeffrey Epstein case, even as the Trump administration says Epstein died by suicide and that there is no “client list.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 8, 2025 • 16min
Camp Mystic girl describes surviving Texas floods
More than 100 lives have been lost in the catastrophic Texas floods. Among those lives lost were dozens of children. Co-host Morgan Chesky sits down with 10-year-old Lucy Kennedy and her mother, Wynne, as Lucy describes the terrifying night at Camp Mystic. Host Yasmin Vossoughian speaks with Huntley Dantzler, a local volunteer helping in the desperate search-and-rescue efforts in Texas Hill Country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 7, 2025 • 18min
Deadly Texas floods hit close to home for co-host Morgan Chesky
More than 90 people have been killed and an unknown number remain missing as a result of Texas's catastrophic floods. For NBC News correspondent and podcast co-host Morgan Chesky, the story is personal -- he grew up in Kerr County, Texas, where flash flooding has devastated the community. Host Yasmin Vossoughian talks with Morgan about covering the story and his ties to the community. Morgan also interviews his mother, Karen, who evacuated from the storm. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 4, 2025 • 12min
‘Tis the Season for Summer Blockbusters
Brian Balthazar, a seasoned entertainment journalist, dives into the world of summer blockbusters, reminiscing about classics like 'Jaws' and discussing modern hits like 'M3GAN 2.0.' He highlights how 'Jaws' revolutionized the blockbuster landscape and shares insights on the evolution of special effects from practical to CGI. The chat also touches on the superhero industry and the rise of streaming, addressing 'superhero fatigue' and studio strategies to keep audiences engaged. Plus, they celebrate Fourth of July festivities while reflecting on cinematic traditions.
