Best Let S Drone Out Podcasts (2025)

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Russia launches drone attack on Ukraine after Trump questions Putin’s goals 5:01

19m ago5:01

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Russia continues its deadly assault on Ukraine, launching a sweeping drone attack a day after President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the Vatican before Pope Francis’ funeral. Trump criticized Russian President Putin on social media after that meeting, raising doubts about Putin’s desire for peace. John Yang speaks with William Ta…

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News Wrap: Police rule out terrorism in deadly Vancouver car attack 2:25

24m ago2:25

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In our news wrap Sunday, Vancouver police ruled out terrorism after a man plowed his car into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival, Israeli jets struck Beirut’s southern suburbs, Pakistani security forces killed dozens of militants they say tried to sneak into the country from Afghanistan, and Pope Francis’ tomb at the Basilica of Saint Mary Maj…

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What’s on voters’ minds as Canada elects a new prime minister 4:29

29m ago4:29

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Monday is the end of voting in Canada to elect a new prime minister. The big issue in this campaign has been U.S.-Canadian relations, especially Trump’s tariffs. Since the beginning of the year, opinion polls have gone from showing a commanding Conservative Party lead to a narrower but consistent Liberal Party lead. John Yang speaks with David Frum…

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The most consequential moments from the first 100 days of Trump’s second term 5:33

21m ago5:33

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Tuesday marks the end of the first 100 days of the second Trump presidency. Since Franklin Roosevelt’s first term, it’s been a traditional time to take stock of a new administration. Matthew Dallek, a political historian and professor at George Washington University, joins John Yang to discuss. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshou…

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How a warming Arctic may be eroding Indigenous history in Alaska 5:56

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In a remote part of Alaska, global warming is being blamed for endangering a treasure trove of Indigenous artifacts. Archaeologists at one dig site near the Bering Sea say they’re in a race against time. Nelufar Hedayat reports for the nonprofit news organization Evident Media. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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World leaders and faithful mourners bid solemn farewell to Pope Francis 5:56

4h ago5:56

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Pope Francis was laid to rest Saturday after a solemn Requiem Mass outside Saint Peter’s Basilica. On the same day, President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican to discuss hopes for lasting peace. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from Rome. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/…

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What to expect as the College of Cardinals prepares to elect a new pope 4:45

18m ago4:45

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Saturday’s funeral and burial of Pope Francis mark the beginning of nine days of official mourning at the Vatican, with cardinals leading masses each day. The words of their homilies will be closely examined and analyzed for clues about what’s on their minds as they prepare to elect a new pope. John Yang speaks with John Allen, editor of Crux, for …

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News Wrap: Iranian port rocked by massive, deadly explosion 3:05

4h ago3:05

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In our news wrap Saturday, there was a deadly explosion at a Persian Gulf port in southern Iran, India said Pakistani soldiers shot at Indian posts for a second straight night in the disputed Kashmir region, a federal judge wants the Trump administration to explain why a 2-year-old U.S. citizen was deported, and Virginia Giuffre, a key figure in th…

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How NIH staffing cuts may delay a promising cancer treatment’s implementation 6:19

20m ago6:19

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Earlier in April, doctors at the National Institutes of Health made a promising step in the fight against cancer, announcing an immunotherapy treatment was able to shrink gastrointestinal tumors for about a quarter of patients. But NIH staffing shortages, layoffs and cuts are threatening to delay the rollout of this promising development. William B…

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Coral bleaching is affecting nearly all the world’s reefs, new NOAA report says 3:22

4h ago3:22

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Coral reefs are a crucial part of the marine ecosystem, providing habitats for all sorts of marine life and protecting coastlines from storm damage. But scientists say rising ocean temperatures are posing a grave threat to the future of the world’s reefs. Ali Rogin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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Judge charged with obstructing immigration agents, escalating Trump’s fight with judiciary 6:55

1h ago6:55

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The Trump administration escalated its battle with the judiciary and local authorities over the president's deportation agenda. FBI agents arrested Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan on charges of obstructing immigration agents as they attempted to arrest an undocumented migrant at a courthouse. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports…

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News Wrap: U.S. envoy meets with Putin for talks to end Russia’s war in Ukraine 4:16

32m ago4:16

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In our news wrap Friday, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff sat down with Vladimir Putin for talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine, Indian and Pakistani soldiers exchanged gunfire across the border of Kashmir, Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to federal murder charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and George Santos was sentenced to se…

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Vatican readies for Francis’ funeral and potentially polarizing papal conclave 6:45

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At the Vatican, a last chance for the faithful to view Pope Francis in his casket before his funeral on Saturday. More than a quarter-million people over three days of public viewing processed by Francis, resting in a simple wood coffin. Fifty-four Heads of state, including President Trump, will attend the service in St. Peter's Basilica. Special c…

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How U.S. business leaders are shifting plans amid tariffs and uncertainty 7:25

8m ago7:25

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With tariffs in effect around the world, corporate leaders are raising concerns about the uncertainty already created. Many are now asking the White House to reconsider new tariffs that are set to come into play next month. The CEOs of Walmart and Target reportedly warned President Trump there could be empty shelves within weeks. Amna Nawaz discuss…

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‘Food is not political,’ WFP head says as U.S. cuts aid and Israel blocks help to Gaza 7:39

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The World Food Programme says it has delivered the last of its food in Gaza and warned the kitchens it has been supporting would run out of food in days. Nick Schifrin spoke with Executive Director Cindy McCain who says a lack of funding has forced WFP to cut 30 percent of its staff as it faces unprecedented challenges in feeding the hungry in Hait…

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Brooks and Capehart on Trump’s reaction to public pressure 9:32

1h ago9:32

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New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including the Trump administration walking back decisions on trade and student visas amid public pressure, the FBI arresting a judge in Wisconsin and dysfunction at the Pentagon. PBS News is supported by - ht…

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Political cartoonists on navigating a changing media landscape 7:56

4h ago7:56

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"A picture is worth a thousand words." It's a well-worn phrase but there is special resonance when applied to editorial cartoons, a centuries-old tradition that is evolving as the media landscape itself does. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown takes a closer look for our series, Art in Action, exploring the intersection of art and democracy an…

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Alito Fails to Understand a Kids' Book — and Other Fascist Mega-Fails of the Week! 56:35

20m ago56:35

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OA1153 - It's good news Friday! Here are some stories about American fascists losing or otherwise showing their asses in court, including (among others): The Supreme Court comes through strong for immigrant justice at 1 AM on a Saturday morning Samuel Alito fails to properly interpret a book written at a fourth grade level after having his Easter r…

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Russian attacks on Kyiv complicate U.S. efforts to end war in Ukraine 3:14

17m ago3:14

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Russia pounded Kyiv overnight in one of its largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since last summer. Officials there say nine people were killed and more than 70 others injured. It comes at a pivotal moment in the war. The U.S. proposed a peace deal Wednesday and has threatened to pull the plug on talks if both sides don’t reach an agreement soo…

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News Wrap: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow ban on trans service members 5:21

13m ago5:21

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In our news wrap Thursday, the Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow the Pentagon to ban transgender service members as legal challenges play out, a federal judge has ordered the administration to bring back another man who was deported to El Salvador and the president insisted his administration is in active trade negotiations with…

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Hegseth reportedly has unsecured internet line in Pentagon office for Signal 4:38

10m ago4:38

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Pressure is building on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Washington Post first reported and the News Hour confirmed that Hegseth had the unclassified messaging app Signal installed on a computer in his Pentagon office. All of this is unfolding as chaos is mounting at the Pentagon with the firings of top Hegseth aides. Geoff Bennett discussed mor…

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How lawmakers are responding to frustrated constituents at town halls 5:20

1h ago5:20

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This week marks the end of Congress’s longest break from Washington since President Trump re-entered the White House. For most lawmakers, that has meant more time with constituents. And for some, aggressive questioning at town halls. Lisa Desjardins reports on the past week’s interactions. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/abo…

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Russian-born Harvard researcher describes detention at ICE facility and deportation fears 7:13

22m ago7:13

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Kseniia Petrova, a Russian scientist at Harvard Medical School, has been detained by ICE since February. She was arrested as she returned to Boston with frog embryo samples. The government says she knowingly failed to declare them. Petrova's visa was revoked and she is flagged for deportation. Geoff Bennett spoke with her via video call from the fa…

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What the new FDA commissioner says about possible restrictions on abortion medication 2:02

25m ago2:02

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Many conservatives want the FDA to impose tighter restrictions on mifepristone and misoprostol, which can be delivered by mail. The medication accounted for 63 percent of U.S. abortions in 2023. Amna Nawaz spoke with the new FDA commissioner, Dr. Marty Makary, about what the agency may do. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/abo…

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The benefits and financial toll of rebuilding America’s aluminum industry 8:36

38m ago8:36

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The central economic focus of President Trump's second term so far has been tariffs. Over the past few months, the president has levied - and also paused - taxes on imports from all over the world. Some have taken effect, including his tariffs on aluminum. Economics correspondent Paul Solman looks at those and what kind of impact they may have on m…

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Utility assistance frozen after Trump administration fires program’s staff 5:09

43m ago5:09

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Money for heating and cooling assistance for those in need is on the line. As part of the cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services, the Trump administration reportedly fired the staff that runs the Low-Income Home Energy Program. Congress already approved funds for the program but with the staff gone, the allocated money is frozen. Amna …

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Russia launches drone attack on Ukraine after Trump questions Putin’s goals 5:01

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News Wrap: Police rule out terrorism in deadly Vancouver car attack 2:25

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What’s on voters’ minds as Canada elects a new prime minister 4:29

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The most consequential moments from the first 100 days of Trump’s second term 5:33

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How a warming Arctic may be eroding Indigenous history in Alaska 5:56

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World leaders and faithful mourners bid solemn farewell to Pope Francis 5:56

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What to expect as the College of Cardinals prepares to elect a new pope 4:45

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News Wrap: Iranian port rocked by massive, deadly explosion 3:05

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How NIH staffing cuts may delay a promising cancer treatment’s implementation 6:19

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Coral bleaching is affecting nearly all the world’s reefs, new NOAA report says 3:22

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Judge charged with obstructing immigration agents, escalating Trump’s fight with judiciary 6:55

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News Wrap: U.S. envoy meets with Putin for talks to end Russia’s war in Ukraine 4:16

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Vatican readies for Francis’ funeral and potentially polarizing papal conclave 6:45

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How U.S. business leaders are shifting plans amid tariffs and uncertainty 7:25

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‘Food is not political,’ WFP head says as U.S. cuts aid and Israel blocks help to Gaza 7:39

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Brooks and Capehart on Trump’s reaction to public pressure 9:32

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Political cartoonists on navigating a changing media landscape 7:56

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Alito Fails to Understand a Kids' Book — and Other Fascist Mega-Fails of the Week! 56:35

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Russian attacks on Kyiv complicate U.S. efforts to end war in Ukraine 3:14

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News Wrap: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow ban on trans service members 5:21

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Hegseth reportedly has unsecured internet line in Pentagon office for Signal 4:38

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How lawmakers are responding to frustrated constituents at town halls 5:20

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Russian-born Harvard researcher describes detention at ICE facility and deportation fears 7:13

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What the new FDA commissioner says about possible restrictions on abortion medication 2:02

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The benefits and financial toll of rebuilding America’s aluminum industry 8:36

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Utility assistance frozen after Trump administration fires program’s staff 5:09