NPR’s Up First offers essential news to kickstart your day. This daily podcast features the top three stories with reports and insights from NPR News, all condensed into a ten-minute format.
Weekdays and Weekend Schedule
You can tune in on weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET. The show is hosted by Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin, and A Martinez. For weekend listeners, episodes are available on Saturdays at 9 a.m. ET with hosts Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon. On Sundays, Ayesha Rascoe offers deeper insights into the headlines with ‘The Sunday Story,’ available at 8 a.m. ET.
Subscription and Support
Subscribe to the podcast to stay informed, and consider supporting your local NPR station through donate.npr.org. For a sponsor-free listening experience, you can subscribe to Up First+ by visiting plus.npr.org/upfirst.
Where to Listen
You can access Up First on multiple platforms including the NPR App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and YouTube Music. Additionally, you can subscribe via RSS link.
Recent Episodes Overview
Here’s a brief on some of the most recent episodes. On May 25, discussions focused on US-Iran negotiations with reactions from the Middle East and the impact of the DRC Ebola outbreak. On May 24, there was a detailed exploration of cities and states taking climate action amidst federal rollbacks. On May 23, the program reviewed U.S. pressures on Cuba, legal matters concerning Kilmar Abrego Garcia, and rising electricity costs. Episodes continue to discuss significant political movements involving figures such as President Trump and regional issues like climate and public health challenges.
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