Up First Podcast

Podcast

The Up First Podcast is a daily news podcast from NPR. It is hosted by Steve Inskeep, Leila Fadel, Rachel Martin, and A Martinez. The podcast provides a concise overview of the three biggest news stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News. Up First is a popular podcast, with over 2 million downloads per week.

Up First Podcast

Hosts

  • Steve Inskeep is the host of NPR’s Morning Edition. He has been with NPR since 1999. Inskeep is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism.
  • Leila Fadel is the co-host of NPR’s All Things Considered. She has been with NPR since 2008. Fadel is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley.
  • Rachel Martin is the host of NPR’s Weekend Edition Saturday. She has been with NPR since 2005. Martin is a graduate of the University of Michigan.
  • A Martinez is a news anchor for NPR. He has been with NPR since 1989. Martinez is a graduate of the University of Southern California.

Episodes

  • May 25, 2023: This episode discusses the following stories:
    • Ukraine’s delayed offensive against Russia
    • IVG Reproduction
    • Preparing for debt default
  • May 24, 2023: This episode discusses the following stories:
    • DeSantis announcement
    • U.S.-China relations
    • Debt ceiling impact
  • May 23, 2023: This episode discusses the following stories:
    • Treasury prioritizes bills
    • Colorado River deal
    • TikTok sues Montana

Reviews

  • “Up First is a great way to start your day. It’s concise, informative, and well-produced. I highly recommend it.”
  • “Up First is the perfect podcast for busy people who want to stay informed. It’s short, but it covers the most important news of the day. I always feel like I’m in the know after listening to Up First.”
  • “Up First is my go-to podcast for news. It’s the perfect way to catch up on the latest headlines without having to sit down and read a newspaper or watch a news program. I love that it’s short and to the point, but still informative.”
  • “Up First is a great way to get your news fix in the morning. It’s quick, easy to listen to, and covers all the important stories. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to stay informed.”
  • “Up First is the best news podcast out there. It’s concise, informative, and unbiased. I always feel like I’m getting the full story after listening to Up First.”

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