Unbiased news. That mythical unicorn we’re all desperately hunting while doom-scrolling at 2 AM, wondering if literally anything we’re reading is actually true. In an era where your aunt’s Facebook posts somehow carry the same algorithmic weight as actual journalism, and where every news outlet seems to have picked a team like we’re all trapped in the world’s most depressing sports league, finding genuinely balanced coverage feels about as likely as finding a politician who admits they were wrong about something.
But fear not, weary news consumer! While true objectivity may be as real as my motivation to go to the gym, there are actually some podcasts out there that at least try to present multiple perspectives without making you feel like you need a shower afterward. Grab your headphones, prepare for the revolutionary concept of “nuance,” and let’s look at some shows that won’t make you want to throw your phone into the nearest body of water.
Global News Podcast (BBC)
The Global News Podcast delivers real-time breaking stories and international headlines. Coverage spans politics, economics, climate, business, technology, and health with expert commentary. Released twice daily on weekdays and once on weekends, plus special episodes for urgent developments. Subscribe to stay informed.
Tangle
The program offers unbiased, politically neutral coverage of current events, presenting compelling perspectives from all sides of the political landscape on daily developments. It also features engaging conversations with notable figures from the realm of politics.
Marketplace
Each work week day, presenter Kai Ryssdal assists listeners in understanding daily commerce and financial developments, without requiring any economics credentials or business expertise. “Marketplace” goes deeper than statistics, providing meaningful perspective.
PBS News Hour
The complete PBS News Hour is available in podcast format. Released nightly by 9 p.m., the full program features all news coverage, interviews, and analytical commentary from the television edition.
The Globalist
Monocle’s news program ‘The Globalist’ airs weekdays at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Broadcast from London and Zürich, the show delivers editorial insight on major current events, business developments, and European media highlights.
The World
Presenter Marco Werman and his production team deliver compelling international stories that illustrate the interconnected nature of the globe.
Reuters World News
Essential global updates condensed into 10 minutes. Receive direct reporting through a brief news summary from Reuters field correspondents. Host Kim Vinnell guides listeners through international developments daily.
WSJ What’s News
What’s News delivers major daily headlines, covering commerce, finance, and international political events that impact markets. Listeners receive quick updates twice daily during the week, followed by the What’s News in Markets weekend summary on Saturday and the What’s News Sunday in-depth analysis.
Left, Right & Center
Left Right & Center bridges political divides by bringing together opposing perspectives. Host David Greene facilitates discussions where guests from different ideological positions examine their fundamental disagreements. The program challenges listeners to scrutinize their own assumptions and understand contemporary political complexities more deeply, without seeking consensus or providing simple solutions.
Skimm This
“Skimm This” addresses significant issues affecting women and equips female audiences with knowledge for informed living. The miniseries episodes are released on Thursdays throughout the year.
No Agenda Show
Media analysis and deconstruction presented by Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak through No Agenda.
Morning Wire
Media trust has declined due to performative messaging and fabricated controversy. Morning Wire offers an alternative. Editor-in-Chief John Bickley and co-host Georgia Howe deliver daily coverage of politics, culture, education, sports, and current events, providing straightforward reporting on essential news.
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
Breaking Points is an anti-establishment multimedia YouTube and podcast program that scrutinizes those in power, hosted by Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti.
The News Agents
Award-winning daily news podcast The News Agents features UK journalists Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel, and Lewis Goodall. They deliver insightful analysis of current events with critical perspective and occasional humor.
Today, Explained
Today, Explained is Vox’s daily news explanation podcast. Hosts Sean Rameswaram and Noel King navigate listeners through the day’s most significant stories.
Newscast (BBC)
The BBC’s daily podcast Newscast examines major stories with insights from BBC experts. The program covers political developments in Westminster and beyond, hosted by Adam Fleming, Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg, and Paddy O’Connell.
The Intelligence from The Economist
Jason Palmer and Rosie Blau deliver focused news analysis from The Economist’s worldwide correspondents. The award-winning weekday podcast highlights three significant stories in politics, business, and culture. Saturdays feature The Weekend Intelligence for in-depth exploration of a single topic.
Up First from NPR
NPR’s Up First delivers essential morning news briefings. The program presents the three top daily stories with reporting and analysis from NPR News in 10 minutes. Released weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET, the show features hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin, and A Martinez.
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