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Washington Post Live

Hosted by The Washington Post · news · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

A podcast from Washington Post Live, the newsroom’s live journalism platform, where top-level government officials, business leaders, cultural influencers and emerging voices discuss the most pressing issues driving the news cycle nationally and across the globe. From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life.

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Contact path

Verified email

Booking probability

40%

Guest openness

Selective

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80/100
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Questions about Washington Post Live

What is Washington Post Live about?

A podcast from Washington Post Live, the newsroom’s live journalism platform, where top-level government officials, business leaders, cultural influencers and emerging voices discuss the most pressing issues driving the news cycle nationally and across the globe. From one-on-one newsmaker interviews to in-depth multi-segment programs, Washington Post Live brings The Post’s newsroom to life.

Who hosts Washington Post Live?

Washington Post Live is hosted by The Washington Post. The show has published more than 1,000 episodes to date.

What has Washington Post Live covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The future of sports, powered by AI" (19 December 2025, 1 minute), "The next chapter in cancer treatment" (12 December 2025, 1 minute), and "Conversations from the Global Women's Summit" (5 December 2025, 67 minutes).

How often does Washington Post Live publish?

Washington Post Live publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across more than 1,000 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Washington Post Live?

Booking probability for Washington Post Live is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Washington Post Live requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Washington Post Live's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Washington Post Live?

The strongest fits for Washington Post Live are News, Magazine & Book Publishing. Washington Post Live has a news audience.

About the host

The Washington Post hosts Washington Post Live, a news podcast with more than 1,000 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Dec 19, 20250 min

    Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing sports from optimizing athlete performance to transforming fan experiences. On Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 1:00 p.m. EST, join Washington Post Live for conversations with leaders in...

  • Dec 12, 20250 min

    Scientific breakthroughs and technological innovation are transforming cancer care and improving outcomes for millions of patients and survivors. On Thursday, Dec. 4, join Washington Post Live for in-depth conversations...

  • Dec 5, 20251h 7m

    Amber Venz Box of LTK and Jo Cronk of Whalar explore how influencers are redefining content, commerce and the future of the creator economy. Then, Poppi co-founder Allison Ellsworth and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and...

  • Nov 28, 20251h 4m

    Ballet superstar Misty Copeland reflected on her groundbreaking career, the power of representation in the arts, and her journey to becoming the first Black principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. Next, bestselling...

  • Nov 21, 20251h 11m

    Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Olga Stefanishyna discussed the pivotal moment in the war in Ukraine, the country’s relationship with the U.S. and her family's experiences. Next, House Republican Conference...

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  • Washington Post Live

    The revolution in cancer care

    Oct 10, 202547 min

    Dr. Samir Khleif, CEO of biotech company Georgiamune, and medical researcher Georgina Long joined Frances Stead Sellers to discuss how immunotherapy, AI-assisted drug development and novel therapeutic strategies could...

  • Sep 19, 202542 min

    Colin Murdoch, president of Isomorphic Labs and Ron Alfa, CEO and co-founder of Noetik, join Washington Post Live to discuss the future of diagnostics, precision medicine, the Trump administration's recent cuts to...

  • Jun 27, 202546 min

    Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) joins The Post's Paige Winfield Cunningham to discuss Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act and the GOP budget bill. (1:22) Then, a panel of experts offer perspective on the drivers of health...

  • Washington Post Live

    Creator to Creator

    Jun 20, 202535 min

    Today’s creators are rewriting the rules, reshaping culture, and setting the stage for the future of media. YouTube creators and podcasters Colin Rosenblum and Samir Chaudry join The Post’s Dave Jorgenson from Cannes to...

  • Washington Post Live

    Sally Jenkins joins The 'Ship

    May 9, 202516 min

    The Post’s Sally Jenkins delivers a dynamic talk about what sports can teach us all cultivating our inner champion and athletic heart. Talk recorded on April 23, 2025. Event sponsored by The Executive Leadership Council.

  • Apr 25, 20251h 6m

    European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde speaks with The Post's David Ignatius about her stewardship of the European Central Bank at a pivotal moment for the global economy (2:04). Then, Hall of Fame Stanford...

  • Mar 28, 20251h 21m

    Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-Kentucky), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute President Martin A. Schmidt and Apptronik CEO Jeff Cardenas discuss the global AI race, the role of education in America’s competitiveness and the future...

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