Best Irin Podcasts (2025)

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Irin Carmon joins Amna Nawaz for our 'Settle In' podcast 5:07

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For our podcast, "Settle In," Amna Nawaz spoke with Irin Carmon, the journalist behind the book "The Notorious RBG," as well as a new book about pregnancy in America. "Unbearable" follows the stories of five women in New York and Alabama as they navigate a new landscape following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. PBS News is supported by - https://ww…

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Settle In with Irin Carmon 1:02:30

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Journalist Irin Carmon was eight months pregnant when the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, returning the right to an abortion back to state lawmakers. In this episode of Settle In, Carmon tells Amna Nawaz about how her own experience informed her book "Unbearable," which follows five other pregnant women in New York City and Alabama, and …

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Mindy Weisberger with Paula Croxson: Rise of The Zombie Bugs 56:59

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In this episode of Library Talks, science writer Mindy Weisberger discusses her new book Rise of the Zombie Bugs: The Surprising Science of Parasitic Mind-Control with Neuroscientist Paula Croxson. Zombies aren't just the stuff of nightmares. Explore the fascinating world of real-life insect zombification. In Rise of the Zombie Bugs, Mindy Weisberg…

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December 30, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

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Tuesday on the News Hour, the U.S. increases pressure on the Maduro regime with a strike inside Venezuela. Federal agents intensify investigations of alleged fraud of taxpayer money in Minnesota. Plus, the U.S. announces a new way to deliver humanitarian aid around the world. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Ho…

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With strike inside Venezuela, U.S. increases pressure on Maduro regime 5:02

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It is rare that a U.S. president would announce covert action publicly. But that is what President Trump did Monday when he acknowledged a strike on a port facility in Venezuela. Media outlets reported it was the CIA that launched the drone strike. It comes as the administration is targeting not only drug smugglers, but Venezuelan President Nicolas…

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News Wrap: More artists cancel Kennedy Center shows after Trump's name added to building 5:40

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In our news wrap Tuesday, more artists are cancelling shows at the Kennedy Center after President Trump's name was added to the arts facility, the UAE is pulling its remaining forces out of Yemen after Saudi Arabia attacked an Emirati shipment in a Yemeni port and travelers were left stranded after Eurostar suspended train service due to a power fa…

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Federal agents probe fraud allegations targeting Somali child care providers in Minnesota 6:47

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This week, the Trump administration dispatched federal officers to Minnesota amid concerns over fraud. The deployment comes after a right-wing influencer posted a video claiming, without proof, that daycare centers operated by Somali residents in Minneapolis had misappropriated more than $100 million. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Jeff Meitrodt…

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U.S. unveils new plan for humanitarian aid after pausing contributions earlier this year 7:02

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The U.S. has pledged $2 billion in humanitarian aid to the United Nations, as part of a deal that will also overhaul how the U.S. funds foreign aid work going forward. The move comes after the U.S. paused nearly all of its contributions earlier this year, leaving the UN and other aid organizations scrambling. William Brangham discussed more with Je…

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How retirements and redistricting could impact the 2026 midterms 5:06

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The end of 2025 brings us to the beginning of a midterm election year. That means questions about whether power will shift in Washington. Dozens of members of Congress are heading toward the exit and a handful of states are shaking up their political maps to try to lock in partisan gains. Lisa Desjardins breaks down the numbers. PBS News is support…

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Inside Rocket Lab's effort to outpace larger space rivals 8:40

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The private space economy is growing significantly and the year ahead could be a big one. The first private space station is expected to launch next spring, new commercial space flights will be offered and SpaceX is considering a public stock offering. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien reports on a space start-up in New Zealand catching some atte…

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How Kharkiv keeps faith and culture alive as Russia's siege continues 4:51

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Less than 20 miles from the Russian border is the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, which has faced great trauma in the course of Russia's four-year onslaught. Despite the great personal losses of many of its soldiers and citizens, the city has not only survived, but it has also found a way for its Christian cultural life to live on, even underground. Spe…

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Artists hope to preserve and rebuild Gaza's cultural heritage 9:41

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Gaza has been a place of terror, war and struggle, but also a place with a rich cultural and artistic history. Much of that has been damaged or destroyed the last two years. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown looks at the losses, but also at the hope some artists have for the future. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News i…

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Inside Red Lobster's comeback

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Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun first came to the U.S. as a child after growing up in Nigeria, Zimbabwe and the Netherlands. After stints in finance, he found himself leading restaurant chain P.F Chang's and last year was appointed CEO of Red Lobster just as it emerged from bankruptcy. In this episode of "Settle In," Geoff Bennett speaks to Adamo…

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Inside Red Lobster's comeback

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Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun first came to the U.S. as a child after growing up in Nigeria, Zimbabwe and the Netherlands. After stints in finance, he found himself leading restaurant chain P.F Chang's and last year was appointed CEO of Red Lobster just as it emerged from bankruptcy. In this episode of "Settle In," Geoff Bennett speaks to Adamo…

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Farfesa Aminu Bello ya samar da manhaja mai sauƙaƙa lissafin haraji a Najeriya 9:59

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Ilimi Hasken Rayuwa na wannan makon ya tattauna da Farfesa Aminu Bello Usman daga Birtaniya, ɗan jihar Kano da ke tarayyar Najeriya, wanda ya ƙirƙiri wata Manhaja da za ta taimaka wa mutane wajen sauƙaƙa musu lisaffin hada-hadar kuɗaɗe musamman ma na haraji. Wani abin ban sha’awa dangane da Manhajar da aka fi sani da Software a Turance, shi ne yadd…

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December 29, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

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Monday on the News Hour, President Trump announces a first ground attack on Venezuela and endorses Israel's position in Gaza. How artificial intelligence grew exponentially in 2025, and whether the boom could become a bubble. Plus, arts programs that help give hope to wounded warriors. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/f…

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Trump warns Hamas must disarm for Gaza peace deal to reach next phase 3:59

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President Trump announced a first ground attack on Venezuela and endorsed Israel's position in Gaza. The president, who has declared himself the president of peace, said Hamas must disarm before any progress can be made in finalizing a peace deal in Gaza. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. …

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Mideast experts analyze chances of Gaza peace proposal advancing 7:51

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As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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News Wrap: Massive winter storm snarls post-holiday travel 4:24

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In our news wrap Monday, a massive winter storm snarled post-holiday travel for millions of Americans, court documents say the man charged with placing pipe bombs in Washington says he did so because he believed the 2020 election was stolen and Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the U.S. offered Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years to deter Russia from r…

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What's next for AI and has its explosive growth in 2025 created a bubble? 8:17

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This year, the development and spending around artificial intelligence has been perhaps the most significant business and economic story. AI spending is driving one of the most explosive periods for the tech industry and playing a big role in overall economic growth. But there are very real questions about the boom. Geoff Bennett discussed the pote…

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Trump's attempt to pardon Tina Peters runs into constitutional limits 6:43

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Earlier this year, President Trump pardoned around 1,500 people for their involvement in efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. As we near the fifth anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack, there is one high-profile election denier still behind bars. As White House correspondent Liz Landers reports, there is little Trump can do to get former …

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Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump expanding presidential power 9:24

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NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Lisa Desjardins to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump expanding presidential power in unprecedented ways, the GOP's legislative victories and the political word of the year. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/fund…

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Art programs give hope to veterans facing PTSD 6:49

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Post-traumatic stress disorder is common among veterans, with 10% of men and nearly 20% of women reporting having symptoms at some point in their lives. But could exposure to more arts programming be the needed prescription for those who have served our country? Stephanie Sy reports for our look at the intersection of art and health, part of our ar…

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Malcolm Gladwell joins Amna Nawaz for our 'Settle In' podcast 5:51

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On our podcast "Settle In," Amna Nawaz speaks with author Malcolm Gladwell. They discussed what he has learned by revisiting his first book, "The Tipping Point," 25 years later. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacyBy PBS News

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December 28, 2025 - PBS News Weekend full episode 25:07

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Sunday on PBS News Weekend, Trump and Zelenskyy meet in Florida to try to find an end to Russia's war in Ukraine. As Zohran Mamdani prepares to become mayor of New York this week, we meet the photographer who documented his improbable rise to national prominence. Plus, a look back at some of the best songs and albums of 2025 and the controversial r…

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What to know about the U.S.-Ukraine talks and proposal to end Russia's war 5:46

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President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said Sunday that they are closing in on a peace proposal aimed at ending the war with Russia. The two leaders met at Mar-a-Lago in Florida for talks that involved just the U.S. and Ukraine. John Yang speaks with Michael McFaul, who teaches at Stanford University and was U.S. ambassador to Russia in …