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ABC News Radio marked the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001 with a special 2-hour live program, which included the memorial ceremonies in New York, Washington and Shanksville, PA. It also included new reporting from ABC's Karen Travers, Steven Portnoy, Aaron Katersky, and Michelle Franzen. This program also features new interviews with legendary ABC News White House Correspondent Ann Compton, former morning drive anchor Doug Limerick who was on the air live when the terror attack began, former ABC News reporter Tim Scheld, former US Secret Service Special Agent Don Mihalek and ABC News Radio managing editor Jon Newman. The program was produced by Treavor Hastings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"On the Money" is hosted by technology reporter Mike Dobuski. This program, originally produced for radio, focusses on personal finance and trends in the economy. Our team talks to experts and everyday Americans about how we spend our money, ways to save, the rising costs of entertainment, and the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs. We also look at side hustles, small business startups, back-to-school costs, and much more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For nearly 30 years, ABC News Chief Global Affairs Anchor Martha Raddatz has reported from the front lines of America’s wars, forming bonds with the country’s brave servicemen and women. In this ABC News Special, Martha sits down with ABC News National Correspondent Steven Portnoy to share stories of courage and heroism from the 9/11 generation of American military veterans she profiled in her new book, The Hero Next Door: Stories of Patriotism and Purpose.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For Thanksgiving weekend, ABC News Radio presents “Gadgets, Gears and Grub,” a 3-hour special hosted by ABC’s Cheri Preston and Mike Dobuski.Cheri and Mike have charted an exciting and informative course filled with many of the things that feed, fascinate and impact the daily lives of Americans. From a deep dive into AI and quantum computing to the resurgence of vinyl records. Our team also hit the road for a look at the last 100 years of the motel. They airdrop some Thanksgiving turkeys in remote Alaska, and take a big bite out of a deep-fried hot dog at an iconic restaurant. The team also digs into diets and nutrition, plus look for solutions when it comes to food waste.  There’s a lot of ground to cover, so pack a bag and join us for “Gadgets, Gears and Grub.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A spotlight on Robert Redford's life and career reveals details about the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker's legacy and most beloved films.  A special edition of 20/20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This July 4th weekend, ABC News Radio wants to “Press Play” on the things that excite and entertain us.  This program spotlights the thrills and skills that fill so much of our “play." Host Alex Stone has middle school flashbacks with the sound of screeching sneakers and bouncing rubber balls as he steps onto an adult dodgeball court in West Hollywood. He introduces us to the players and take us inside the finals for this fiercely competitive league.  Plus, we dive deep into the secret world of frequent flyer points and miles, where some have figured out how to work the system and dine out on their gold status. We play some vintage video games, take a big swing at wiffle ball, and pedal alongside virtual cycling's biggest fans. Feel like taking in a show? We explore the growing list of artists taking a break from life on the road by setting up shop in Las Vegas for extended residencies, and much more.  Join us and “Press Play"!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Jimmy Carter, celebrated champion of human rights, has died at 100. ABC News correspondent Aaron Katersky looks back at his life and legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny," celebrates the resiliency, artistry, and ingenuity of Hollywood's creative Latino community while providing an in-depth look at representation, visibility and creative opportunity both in front of and behind the camera. Reported by award-winning ABC News correspondent and "What Would You Do?" host John Quiñones, this groundbreaking special illuminates the career experiences of some of the globe's most famous Latino stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life moves pretty fast — and so do we. This Labor Day weekend, ABC News Radio is “On The Move.” Technology reporter Mike Dobuski is your pilot for this journey into the latest in transportation. This special presentation rolls through it all: from highways to skyways and from the classics to the cutting edge. We explore big changes in the automotive world, including electrification and self-driving technology. We talk to the crew set to blast off on the next big space mission and look at how everyday drivers might also soon take flight. There’s a lot of ground to cover, so buckle up and join us for “On The Move.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been one-year since the historic Maui wildfires, the deadliest in modern U.S. history. This special program, “MAUI RISING: The Fight for Hawai’i’s Future,” is narrated by actor and Hawai’i resident Jason Scott Lee; it examines how the tragedy ignited a grassroots movement for change around deeper issues such as housing and natural resources.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This ABC News Radio special spotlights the thrills and skills that make up so much of our “play.” Host Jason Nathanson suits up with viral baseball sensation The Savannah Bananas, often referred to as the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball. We spend time with them as they rehearse their TikTok dances, practice trick plays, and get ready to bring joy and laughter to a sold-out stadium crowd in Fresno, California. Plus, we time-travel back to 1886 with a baseball league that plays without helmets, barely a mitt, and rules that most of us never knew existed. Have the need for speed? We strap into the cockpit of a Formula 1 car with the only American on the grid. Then, ahead of the summer games, we mount up with the men and women of the US equestrian team, and we try our hand at “breaking,” one of the newest Olympic events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This special edition of ABC News Radio's award-winning news magazine, Perspective, is part of a special series from ABC News for Earth Week, called "The Power of Us." It explores ways we can solve the climate challenges we face. From assessing the future of e-fuels, tracking the journey of plastic bags, grading the US on its climate policies, to experiencing the beauty of our national parks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're looking back at the year's top stories. Playback 2023 is hosted by ABC's Cheri Preston and Alex Stone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Thanksgiving, ABC News Radio presents “Let’s Eat.” Correspondent Daria Albinger hosts this special tour of food and drink places near and far. We’ll introduce you to a few restaurants claiming to be the “longest continuously operating” eatery in the country. We’ll peel back the lid on the tantalizing world of tinned fish, visit California’s 14-thousand-acre Rancho San Julian, and we’ll step into the kitchen with an award-winning pastry chef who promises “anyone” can make delicious desserts. We’ll also take a trip to the UK to toast a frothy brew that’s working to save the planet, and we’ll check in with World Central Kitchen as they work to serve hot meals to those in war zones and recovering from natural disasters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In honor of Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, ABC News has produced this special for the Emmy® Award-winning series, “Soul of a Nation.” This program explores the massive popularity of global Latin music and the young stars who are taking the industry by storm with chart-topping songs and record-breaking sales. It features interviews with Colombian artist Karol G, whose new album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 this year, making it the first Spanish-language album by a woman to do so; reggaeton and Latin trap artist Nicky Jam; Afro-Colombian singer and rapper Goyo; Mexican Latin pop group RBD; Dominican American Afro-Latina singer Amara “La Negra”; legendary singer Linda Ronstadt; and singer/percussionist Sheila E. and her father Pete Escovedo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices