Episodes
Despite being the world’s wealthiest nation, the U.S. has communities that are still exposed to toxic tap water. Today, we hear how a city in New Mexico has struggled with high levels of arsenic in its water — and how its residents are fighting back.
Published 04/18/24
Published 04/18/24
A high-profile prison escape. A TV station takeover. An assault on police. Today on “Post Reports,” how powerful gangs in Ecuador pushed this historically peaceful nation to the brink and led its new president to declare war.
Published 04/17/24
On Saturday, Iran directly attacked Israel. Now, Israel’s war cabinet is weighing possible responses as the U.S. and others have called for restraint.
Published 04/16/24
Today on Post Reports, we’re on the scene at the Manhattan courthouse where Donald Trump is facing trial in the first ever criminal prosecution of a former U.S. president.
Published 04/15/24
Martine Powers chats with Aaron Blake and Yvonne Wingett Sanchez about how an abortion ruling in Arizona is threatening to upend the election, how RFK Jr.’s candidacy helps Trump, and the former president’s first criminal trial beginning next week.
Published 04/12/24
O.J. Simpson has died at 76. He became a a football star, but a 1995 murder trial made him infamous. Simpson was eventually acquitted of the murder of his ex-wife and her friend – a verdict that split the public. How will he be remembered?
Published 04/11/24
For decades, hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been a music powerhouse. He’s now subject to lawsuits alleging abuse, sexual violence and sex trafficking. Today, what we know about the allegations and the ripples in the music industry.
Published 04/10/24
The tax filing deadline is less than a week away. Personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary answers your last-minute tax questions and offers advice on what to do if you need more time to file.
Published 04/09/24
Today on “Post Reports,” Jonathan O’Connell breaks down Donald Trump’s complicated finances — and what we know about the California billionaire who covered Trump’s bond in New York.
Published 04/08/24
Spring can be a great time to clean your space and start fresh – but it’s not always easy to do. Today, we have tips on how to finally get rid of clutter and find ways to make your space feel more like you, even if you’re renting.
Published 04/06/24
Martine Powers chats with Aaron Blake, author of the Post newsletter The Campaign Moment, and national political reporter Isaac Arnsdorf. They talk about Biden's new abortion ad, Trump’s latest challenge in his classified documents case and the ground-up approach some Republicans are taking to influence the machinery of the country’s elections. Listen to these conversations every Friday during the 2024 campaign.
Published 04/05/24
Today on “Post Reports,” everything you need to know about Monday’s total solar eclipse. Plus, all the science happening during this event – and what we might learn from it.
Published 04/04/24
After an exciting run of games during this year's women’s NCAA March Madness tournament, the final four teams are set. Today on Post Reports, two sports reporters discuss this season’s most prominent characters and why women’s basketball is having a moment.
Published 04/03/24
What Florida’s six-week abortion ban could mean for abortion access in the South – and whether the ban will motivate Florida voters to protect abortion access at the polls in November.
Published 04/02/24
Today, how ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel could upend Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition government.
Published 04/01/24
On Friday, Beyoncé dropped “Cowboy Carter,” her highly anticipated salute to country music. The album sparked new conversations about the forces that define country music and about whether Beyoncé’s turn to country could reshape the industry.
Published 03/31/24
Martine Powers chats with Aaron Blake, author of the Post newsletter The Campaign Moment, and investigative political reporter Josh Dawsey. They delve into the most important political moments of this past week. Listen for these conversations every Friday during the 2024 campaign.
Published 03/29/24
Today on “Post Reports,” reporter Teo Armus walks us through what we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse — and what it says about the lives — and tragic deaths — of immigrants in tough construction jobs.
Published 03/28/24
Today, the story of a teenager who was sexually abused by a police officer, and her journey to find justice.
Published 03/27/24
Today on “Post Reports:” Why the Justice Department is going after Apple over green text bubbles. And what its lawsuit says about the Biden administration’s stance on Big Tech.
Published 03/26/24
Public trust in the Supreme Court is at historic lows, just as justices weigh in on some of the nation’s most important debates, from abortion pills to guns. Today, Ann Marimow on the state of a divided court and its attempts to regain credibility.
Published 03/25/24
On the first episode of their new podcast "Impromptu," our colleagues at Washington Post Opinions discuss what’s at stake the Supreme Court hears a case on access to mifepristone. Post columnists Ruth Marcus, Alexandra Petri and Amanda Ripley discuss how it feels to be a woman in the post-Dobbs world.
Published 03/24/24
Today on “Post Reports,” a viral fundraiser for an unhoused man triggers backlash online. And, how platforms like GoFundMe are increasingly replacing America’s social safety net.
Published 03/23/24
colleague Glenn Kessler, the editor and chief writer of The Fact Checker. They delve into the most important political moments of the week. Listen for these conversations every Friday during the 2024 campaign.
Published 03/22/24