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Browse the best politics podcasts featuring expert analysis, parliamentary debates, election coverage, and deep policy discussions. Understand the power dynamics, ideologies, and legislative processes that drive governance and impact society.
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Hosted by Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz, the Gabfest is the podcast that defined the genre. Incredible intellectual chemistry between three of the most experienced journalists in the field.
A podcast about how much the Supreme Court sucks. An accessible yet legally rigorous critique of the Supreme Court's most controversial work.
Industry veterans Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks, and David Friedberg cover all things economic, tech, political, and social.
Fearless conversations about race and identity, hosted by NPR's Code Switch team. The most important, nuanced, and accessible voice on race in podcasting.
KCRW's weekly 'civilized yet provocative' confrontation over politics, policy, and popular culture. A structured, respectful debate across the political spectrum.
Sam Harris explores some of the most important questions about the human mind, society, and current events. A masterclass in logical inquiry and intellectual honesty on the most difficult topics of our time.
Former US Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes and Tommy Vietor break down the latest in foreign policy. Foreign policy made accessible by people who actually worked in the White House Situation Room.
Former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara explores issues of justice and fairness at the intersection of law and politics. High-level legal expertise applied to current political crises and events.
Frank Bruni and a rotating panel of NYT columnists debate the most contentious issues of the day. Civil, intelligent debate between people who genuinely disagree, from the NYT.
David Remnick hosts a weekly exploration of the people and ideas that animate The New Yorker magazine. The audio version of the world's most prestigious magazine, hosted by its legendary editor.
Vox's podcast for people who love the actual details of policy, from healthcare to housing. Unmatched focus on the substance and mechanics of actual policy.
NPR takes you on a journey through history to understand the present. Connects current events to their deep historical roots with NPR-level storytelling.