Up First

by NPR

Up First is a dynamic and fast-paced podcast that offers a concise summary of the day's top news stories. Each episode is specifically designed to provide listeners with all the information they need to stay up to date on current events, including politics, business, international affairs, and more. Hosted by a team of experienced journalists, Up First delivers high-quality reporting and analysis in a straightforward and easily digestible format. Whether you're commuting to work, cooking dinner, or working out at the gym, Up First is the perfect way to stay informed and engaged with the world around you.

Episodes

Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022

12m · Published 27 Aug 11:23

The Justice Department made the document used to get approval for Trump's Mar-a-Lago search public this week, bringing new details to light. And, the Federal Reserve plans to raise rates, which could mean hardship for businesses and families. Also U.S. health officials are hopeful that monkeypox rates are on a downward trend.

Friday, August 26, 2022

12m · Published 26 Aug 09:45

Fed Chair Jerome Powell's speech at a Wyoming symposium could give clues about the direction of the economy. Critics of President Biden's student debt relief say the plan doesn't do enough for debt equity. UN Nuclear watchdogs warn of grave consequences after a power loss at Russian-controlled Ukrainian nuclear power plant.

Thursday, August 25, 2022

12m · Published 25 Aug 09:48

President Biden announced a plan that would forgive some student debt for millions of borrowers. The Justice Department has until noon to submit a redacted version of the affidavit for the Mar-a-Lago search to a federal judge. The Pentagon approved $3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine.

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

12m · Published 24 Aug 09:52

Ukrainians mark six months of war with Russia as they celebrate independence day. A former Florida governor is running against the current governor in a state with deep partisan divides. A former detective pled guilty to federal conspiracy charges in the 2020 police killing of Breonna Taylor.

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

13m · Published 23 Aug 10:03

Florida voters decide who will face Governor Ron DeSantis in the November election. Ukrainian civilians are keeping Europe's largest nuclear power plant up and running under the eyes of Russian soldiers. Two months after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade several laws banning abortion are enacted.

Monday, August 22, 2022

13m · Published 22 Aug 09:51

Three states hold primaries Tuesday as Republicans try to maintain momentum heading into the November midterms. , Terrorism charges have been filed against Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The 29 year-old daughter of a prominent far-right Russian ideologue was killed by a car bomb outside Moscow.

The Sporkful: The Table Freda Built

28m · Published 21 Aug 12:00

In the 1940s and '50s, Ebony was one of the only magazines created by Black people that spoke directly to Black people. It showed Black Americans falling in love, playing sports, dressing in style, gathering together – and eating. Freda DeKnight was the magazine's first food editor, publishing recipes that were international and sophisticated, challenging the stereotype that Black American food was limited to soul food.
In this episode of The Sporkful podcast , host Dan Pashman speaks with historian Donna Battle Pierce about Freda's legacy, then meets Charla Draper, another Ebony food editor, at the Ebony test kitchen.

Saturday, August 20, 2022

13m · Published 20 Aug 11:54

A judge in Michigan has ruled that a 20th century abortion ban can't take effect in the state. China is facing a record-breaking heat wave that's fueling an intense drought. In Ukraine, tensions remain high at an occupied nuclear power plant.

Friday, August 19, 2022

12m · Published 19 Aug 09:55

A Florida judge has given the Justice Department a week to decide what to make public regarding the search of former President Trump's home. The UN secretary general met with the presidents' of Ukraine and Turkey in Lviv, Ukraine. A wave of violence in Mexico kept Tijuana residents at home after a cartel allegedly called for a curfew.

Thursday, August 18, 2022

13m · Published 18 Aug 09:58

A longtime top executive of the Trump Organization is expected to plead guilty to more than a dozen tax fraud felonies in Manhattan criminal court. A new poll finds a majority of Americans hold negative views about immigrants. The FDA has a new strategy for testing the latest COVID boosters.

Up First has 725 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 190:01:45. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on June 16th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on June 1st, 2024 01:10.