Best The Center for Investigative Reporting Podcasts (2025)

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Heidi Klum reveals her much-anticipated 2025 Halloween costume 0:49

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reveals what Heidi Klum got dressed up as this year for her annual celebrity-filled Halloween party.By The Associated Press

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Israel says the latest remains returned from Gaza are not bodies of hostages 0:51

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Israel says the latest remains returned from Gaza are not bodies of hostages.By The Associated Press

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Federal judge rules Trump can’t require citizenship proof on the federal voting form 0:43

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A federal judge rules against President Trump's request for proof of citizenship on voting forms. AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports.By The Associated Press

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How Americans feel about changing the clocks, according to a new AP-NORC poll 0:55

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports many Americans don't like changing the clocks back and forth, something we have to do once again this weekend.By The Associated Press

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Uncertainty over federal food aid deepens as the shutdown fight reaches a crisis point 0:42

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports uncertainty over federal food aid deepens as the shutdown fight reaches a crisis pointBy The Associated Press

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Fear and solidarity over deportations at a DC church 0:58

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Fear and solidarity over deportations at a DC church. AP correspondent Walter Ratliff has this week's AP Religion Minute.By The Associated Press

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An Atrocity of War Goes Unpunished 50:31

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In November 2005, a group of US Marines killed 24 civilians in Haditha, Iraq. The case against them became one of the most high-profile war crimes prosecutions in US history—but then it fell apart. Only one Marine went to trial for the killings, and all he received was a slap on the wrist. Even his own defense attorney found the outcome shocking. “…

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New Pentagon policy undercuts trans troops' ability to ask to stay in the military, AP learns 0:40

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on the latest Pentagon policy that will affect a Transgender troop's ability to stay in the military.By The Associated Press

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Judges order the Trump administration to use emergency reserves for SNAP payments 1:13

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Judges rule that federal food aid must continue, although benefits may still be delayed. The AP's Jennifer King has more.By The Associated Press

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Disney pulls ABC, ESPN and more from YouTube TV as talks break down 0:44

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Disney is pulling ABC, ESPN and more from YouTube TV. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.By The Associated Press

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Trump declines to clarify if the US will conduct tests of its nuclear weapons 0:46

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AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the White House stand on nuclear testing.By The Associated Press

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NFL fines the Baltimore Ravens $100,000 over the inaccurate injury report involving Lamar Jackson 0:35

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An NFL team has been assessed a six-figure fine for incorrectly listing the injury status of its star quarterback. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Disney pulls ABC, ESPN and more from YouTube TV as talks break down 0:35

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Disney has pulled major news, entertainment, sports networks and more from YouTube TV as contract talks have broken down. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Miami Dolphins and General Manager Chris Grier agree to part ways 0:33

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An NFL team has made a leadership change to its front office, amid a poor start to the season. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Amazon carries Wall Street to the finish of another winning week and month 0:44

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Stocks end a winning month with gains.By The Associated Press

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On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Fear and solidarity over deportations at a DC church, and Orthodox Jews protest mandatory military service. 2:10

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On this week's AP Religion Roundup, fear and solidarity over deportations at a DC church, and Orthodox Jews protest mandatory military service. AP Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.By The Associated Press

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Advocates allege ‘inhumane’ conditions at Chicago-area ICE facility in new lawsuit 0:52

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A new lawsuit alleges ‘inhumane’ conditions at a Chicago-area ICE facility. AP's Christine Fernando has the story.By The Associated Press

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Nvidia is reportedly investing up to $1 billion in Poolside; also, Luminar is cutting jobs, losing its CFO, and warning of a cash shortage 4:05

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Semiconductor giant Nvidia is looking to invest at least five hundred million dollars and up to one billion dollars in Poolside which builds AI models for software development. That’s according to reporting from Bloomberg, which cited sources. This investment would be part of a two billion dollar funding round Poolside is raising at a twelve billio…

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Republican leaders reject Trump's demands to scrap the Senate filibuster to end the shutdown 0:50

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AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports President Trump is speaking up about the government shutdown.By The Associated Press

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Multiple people have been arrested in Michigan in a Halloween weekend attack plot, FBI director says 0:47

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We're learning more details about an alleged terrorism plot disrupted by federal agents. AP correspondent Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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What's the filibuster and why does Trump want to get rid of it during the shutdown? 0:51

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on the President's push to end the filibuster in the Senate.By The Associated Press

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1: Crossing Guards-DisreGUARDED 5:39

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In part 1 of DisreGUARDED, AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the dangers crossing guards face on a daily basis when they put themselves in dangers way.By The Associated Press

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Economy check-in, Posting significant others online, Food Friday, and more 1:39:04

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Today on AirTalk: the Federal Reserve announced a cut in interest rates; we try to figure out why women are posting their boyfriends online less; and Food Friday: Charcuterie. Later, Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer, Tim Cogshell, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms …

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FDA says drugmakers have recalled a blood pressure medicine tainted with a cancer-causing chemical 0:45

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AP correspondent Jennifer King reports on a voluntary recall affecting blood pressure medication.By The Associated Press

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Russia deploys 170,000 troops for push in Ukraine's Donetsk region, Zelenskyy says 0:57

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Ukraine's leader says Russia is massing a large army for a major push in Ukraine's Donetsk region.By The Associated Press

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FBI Director Patel says multiple people were arrested in Michigan in a Halloween weekend attack plot 0:31

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The FBI says a violent plot has been disrupted in the Detroit area. The AP's Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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Ramen instead of Reese's? Looming SNAP cuts change what's on offer for Halloween trick-or-treaters 0:55

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AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports the timing of Halloween during a government shutdown has expanded the options for treats.By The Associated Press

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Amazon hoists Wall Street toward another winning week and month 0:43

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Wall Street is closing out the week with another win.By The Associated Press

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IU Reverses Course On Daily Student Newspaper, 98th Annual FFA Convention In Indy, New Resource for Unhoused Hoosiers, Indiana Economic Forecast 5:00

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Indiana University reversed course and will allow the Indiana Daily Student Newspaper to resume print editions. Students from across the country gathered in downtown Indianapolis this week to kick off the 98th National FFA Convention and Expo. A new low barrier resource for unhoused Hoosiers is coming to Fountain Square. Tariffs, immigration and th…

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Senate report says detainees face neglect in US immigration centers 0:41

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A new U.S. Senate report uncovers alleged human rights abuses in immigration detention centers. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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The latest international headlines 0:57

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Israel has handed over the bodies of 30 Palestinians, after Palestinian militants handed over the remains of two more hostages; protests in Tanzania continue for the third day; and King Charles III banishes Andrew to buttress the monarchy.By The Associated Press

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A solid gold toilet is up for auction with a $10 million starting price 0:38

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on a toilet that's up for auction November 18, with a $10 million starting price.By The Associated Press

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National Guard in each state is ordered to create 'quick reaction forces' trained in civil unrest 0:50

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports military leaders have ordered the National Guard to create 'quick reaction forces' trained in civil unrest.By The Associated Press

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Giuffre family welcomes Andrew's fall from royal status but says he faces more questions 0:49

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports King Charles III is banishing Andrew to buttress the House of Windsor's foundations.By The Associated Press

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Trump ramps up involvement in this year's elections in possible preview of midterms pressure 0:42

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports President Trump is turning his attention to the voting process for Tuesday's elections.By The Associated Press

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The latest in sports 0:57

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Lamar Jackson triumphs in return on Thursday Night Football, an SEC school’s AD resigns days after firing its football coach, a former No. 1 pick powers his NBA team’s record start, the champs stay unbeaten and the Lakers’ sale is approved, Washington hires a young manager and an NHL extension. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.…

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Justice Department investigating fraud allegations in Black Lives Matter movement, AP sources say 0:38

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports, sources tell AP that the Justice Department is investigating fraud allegations in the Black Lives Matter movement.By The Associated Press

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Digg founder Kevin Rose on the need for trusted social communities in the AI era; plus Canva launches its own design model 7:38

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“The dead internet theory is real,” Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian told Digg founder Kevin Rose, referring to the idea that much of the internet isn’t human — it’s mostly bots. The two entrepreneurs have since teamed up to re-envision how to build a social community in this world where, very soon, it will be hard to tell bot from human. Also, Can…

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Crossing guards face life-threatening dangers on the job 1:00

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AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the dangers crossing guards face on the job.By The Associated Press

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A Florida community is banding together to help hurricane victims in the Caribbean. 0:45

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a group of Florida residents mobilizing to help Hurricane Melissa victims.By The Associated Press

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Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews protest military draft in Jerusalem 0:52

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Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews shut down traffic in Jerusalem as they protested being drafted into the Israeli army. The AP's Joe Federman reports.By The Associated Press

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UCLA faces lawsuit from Pasadena, Rose Bowl official over potentially moving games to SoFi Stadium 0:35

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A world famous sports stadium is suing a tenant, over alleged plans to relocate. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Mark Walter finalizes his purchase of a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers 0:33

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An iconic basketball franchise officially has a new owner. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence 0:53

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AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a royal demotion.By The Associated Press

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Dictionary.com’s word of the year is '6-7.' But is it even a word and what does it mean? 0:41

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AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a trending term no one really knows what it means.By The Associated Press

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4 Republicans back Senate resolution to undo Trump's tariffs around the globe 0:38

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that several Republicans backed a Senate resolution to undo President Trump's tariffs.By The Associated Press

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US stocks sink as Wall Street sees both good and bad in Big Tech profits, US-China relations 0:41

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Wall Street's upward streak is over.By The Associated Press

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Priest shortage, SNAP benefits and the federal government shutdown, and more 1:39:29

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Today on AirTalk, Triple Play: The Dodgers fall behind in Game 5 of the World Series; A decline in the number of Catholic priests; and the government shutdown puts SNAP recipients at risk. Later, we check in on Southern California rehab centers and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk, Triple Play (0:15) Priest shortage (15:06) SNAP (33:52) SoCal rehab center…

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Figma acquires AI-powered media generation company Weavy; plus Threads now lets you approve and filter your replies 5:38

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Design platform Figma said today that it has acquired AI-powered image and video generation company Weavy. The startup will join Figma under a new brand called Figma Weave. Also, Threads continues to ship new features at a rapid pace. Shortly after the launch of communities and disappearing “ghost posts,” the social networking app on Thursday intro…

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Justice Department strips mention of Jan. 6 from court papers 0:56

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on prosecutors punished for January 6th wording in a sentencing document.By The Associated Press

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