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50 episodes
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ABC NewsExplicit
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Date created
2018/03/19
Latest episode
2026/11/13
Average duration
28 min.
Release period
2 days
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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.
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A Tech Titan's Downfall
2026/11/13
Nvidia’s CEO resigns after an alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy. Police say a doctor has been identified as the gunman behind a deadly Washington, D.C. shooting. And a Microsoft Outlook outage stretches on for hours.
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The South’s Latest Shocker: Mississippi Turns Blue
2026/11/12
In a stunning upset, Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi’s Senate race. British officials arrest a U.S. Army officer on espionage charges. And United Airlines says it will block artificial intelligence-powered agents from buying tickets, halting a key A.I. selling point.
AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt
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Defense Secretary Goes on Offense
2026/11/11
Congressional Republicans bury an attempt to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. An Iranian man is charged with orchestrating a potential terror attack at a U.K. military base. And inflation rose last month faster than expected, which could prompt the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates.
AP Photo/Nathan Howard
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I Spy a Scandal at Nvidia
2026/11/10
Nvidia’s stock drops as CEO Jensen Huang acknowledges an affair that the New York Times identifies as a potential Chinese spy. An impeachment resolution for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth makes its way to the House floor. And a new study reimagines how doctors understand concussions.
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It’s Miller Time: Trump’s Staffing Shakeup
2026/11/09
President Trump replaces his pragmatic Chief of Staff Susie Wiles with longtime loyalist Stephen Miller. Lawyers descend on Mississippi as Senate vote-counting continues. And Elon Musk announces that Tesla will cease production of the Cybertruck.
AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson
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Bonus: Theranos Whistleblower Erika Cheung Reacts to 'You Can See Everything'
2026/11/07
Today, we're sharing a special episode from our sister podcast at ABC Audio, 'The Dropout.' When Erika Cheung joined Theranos just out of college, she believed in Elizabeth Holmes and her promise to revolutionize healthcare, but what she witnessed inside the company would eventually help expose its fraud. 13 years later, Erika talks to 'The Dropout' host Rebecca Jarvis about her experience watching 'You Can See Everything' - what she hopes people will take away from the film and the Elizabeth Holmes story - and what whistleblowers need most now.
Find 'The Dropout' on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. And you can listen ad-free on Apple Podcasts when you subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+. Start your free trial at apple.co/2020truecrime today. Terms apply.
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The Republican Blame Game Begins
2026/11/06
Amid calls to distance himself from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, President Trump says he “intends” to keep him on board. Tech stocks plummet in the wake of Democratic victories. And comedian Russell Brand is convicted of rape.
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The GOP’s ‘Asteroid’ Moment
2026/11/05
As blame mounts within the GOP, Vice President JD Vance cites the Trump Administration’s war effort for Tuesday's blowout losses. House Speaker Mike Johnson will step away from his party leadership position. And voters take stands on a wide range of ballot measures.
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A Blue Wave Through Trump Country
2026/11/04
Democrats will control both the Senate and the House. In a special edition, Brad asks ABC’s election night team what to make of a coast-to-coast rout.
AP Photo/Eric Gay
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The Races You Should Be Watching Tonight
2026/11/03
It’s Election Day! Brad and the team break down the biggest midterm races to watch, and which scenarios could play out as the night goes on.
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A Bombshell Blindside in Michigan
2026/11/02
Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) endorses Republican Mike Rogers instead of her primary rival Abdul El-Sayed. A judge dismisses the Justice Department’s request to set aside ballots in the Alaska senate race. And the Swift Observatory telescope is expected to come plummeting through Earth’s atmosphere this week.
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The Midterms' Legal Battleground
2026/10/30
Prosecutors issue subpoenas in Alaska over allegations of political trickery. A top general is fired over suspicions he leaked classified information to the press. And Door Dash makes a $17 billion offer to buy Instacart, even as the FTC announces the companies are under scrutiny.
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Sullivan v. Sullivan Gets Even More Confusing
2026/10/29
With the midterms less than a week away, Democrats and Republicans accuse each other of election interference. A high-speed train crash prompts protests in Spain. And the political picture in Israel grows even murkier.
AP Photo/Haven Daley
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Are the Midterms Bigger in Texas?
2026/10/28
President Trump makes yet another trip to Texas to stump for Republicans ahead of the midterms. Flavio Bolsonaro goes on the lam in Brazil, as the Trump White House offers a visa. And the Supreme Court rules that immigration judges cannot use their discretion in halting deportation cases.
AP Photo/Alex Brandon
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The Other Elections You Should Be Watching
2026/10/27
Israelis head to the polls, while Brazilian candidate Flavio Bolsonaro refuses to concede a presidential race. A judge reinstates Maurene Comey as a federal prosecutor. And Anthropic files paperwork to potentially make the largest IPO in history.
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Scott S 1515 2026/11/05
Brad has class
I just wanna say that Brad did a great job trying to interview the very nasty and rude Kevin McCarthy the morning after the Blue Wave hit. Brad was as...
gaymer89 2026/10/30
Tend to enjoy, but
Not well balanced.
alkaline61 2026/10/22
Highly recommend
This show is a great breakdown of the top ‘need to know’ news complete in a compact time. A great start!
Jenawad 2026/10/22
Best part of my morning
My cats, Bert and Ernie, know that as soon as I wake up and reach for my phone that is their sign to each lay down at my side. I listen to my favorite...
Podcast champion 2026/10/21
Crazy good
My only source
jenw12000 2026/10/12
I’d be lost without you…
…because you’re my only news source. Enjoy the Edward R. Murrow Awards Gala! You all deserve it!
Mckmck1 2026/10/07
Love it!
I start my day with this because I like to know what’s going on. Clear, concise, and a bit of humor.
Lord of The Yukon 2026/10/02
Asks the question the listeners want to know
I have known Brad a long time and from a young age he asked great questions. It came from wanting clarity and that still drives him. He also has a fun...
Tolbe Mom 2026/09/29
Favorite Morning Pod
Start Here is one of the sources of info early in the am. Brad is a wonderful host with an upbeat & positive narration even when it’s a negative piec...
SEnostories 2026/09/29
Brad Mielke makes me a laugh
I’ve been listening to this podcast for years. I always think of commenting, but never do. Finally when Brad said that if they called the parachuting,...
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