Top Government Podcasts

Do people without housing have a constitutional right to rest?

The controlling court for nine Western states said yes, so now Oregon requires cities to set aside places to sleep.

We sent reporters across the state to see what it’s like to sleep in these sanctioned spaces.

Viktor Orbán has become an icon to far-right Christian nationalists around the world. How did this onetime radical firebrand become one of Vladimir Putin's staunchest allies -- referred to by some as a "Trojan horse for Russia?" 

Do Orbán and his majority Fidesz party serve the best interests and desires of the people? Or is he the godfather of a criminal organization built on conspiracy theories about the European Union, immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, George Soros and others? Is Viktor Orbán's Hungary, in fact, a cautionary tale for those who believe in free, representative, multi-political party democracy? 

To explore these questions and more, CITIZENARTS is honored to present a dynamic podcast discussion with Borbala Kriza, Bálint Magyar and Zsuzsanna Szelényi in Hungary’s Cautionary Tale: How Autocrats Broke Democracy.

The HometownREADY Emergency Management podcast explores all things related to emergency management. Produced by the Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management, the show offers the public an inside look at the dynamic world of preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, from severe weather and disaster communications to community preparedness and public safety careers. We also highlight ways for residents to get involved and play a role in building resilience. Tune in and join us as we work together to make every community a little more HometownREADY!

Let’s Talk Kenmore is a lighthearted podcast aimed at connecting our listeners to their local government and demystifying the role of government in the city of Kenmore.

EXIT POLLS is a bi-weekly political show providing instant analysis and reactions on political debates, major campaign news, election results, and the public discourse. We will look at how this impacts the current presidential race and the future shape of our country. EXIT POLLS is a limited series run and we will be with you every week through the inauguration.

Get compelling docos, podcasts, features and more with our new home for crime shows: Hunting Justice.

ABOUT THE MUSHROOM COOK: In 2023, in the small Victorian town of Leongatha, a family sat down for a beef wellington lunch on a wintry Saturday afternoon. Hours later, four of the guests were struck down with illness. Within days, three were dead. Over three compelling seasons of The Mushroom Cook, follow our journalists as they piece together the case and cover the trial and the appeal of the cook, Erin Patterson.

ABOUT THE EASEY STREET MURDERS: In 1977, in the heart of Melbourne, friends Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett were both stabbed to death in a frenzied ambush inside their home, on Easey Street in Collingwood. Over a six-part series of mini-docos, podcasts and features, we go back to the Sues’ childhood, their move to the city, their shocking deaths and the many attempts by police and forensic investigators to find justice for Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett.

For more visit: themushroomcook.com.au and easeystreetmurders.com.au. To unlock bonus content from Hunting Justice, and listen to episodes early and ad free, subscribe to Crime X+ on Apple Podcasts or heraldsun.com.au.

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Voices for Freedom is a podcast dedicated to raising awareness about the harrowing realities of human trafficking and child sexual exploitation, highlighting the courageous individuals working relentlessly to combat this global crisis.

The podcast is produced by Our Rescue (formerly known as Operation Underground Railroad), a nonprofit organization committed to combatting child sexual exploitation and human trafficking around the world. Hear compelling interviews, share powerful stories, and reveal critical insight that will both educate and inspire. We invite you to join the fight by visiting our website at OurRescue.org or follow us on social media @OurRescue.

A downstate man moves to Michigan’s remote Upper Peninsula, then vanishes. Suspicions spread from the neighbor he was staying with, to the girlfriend he fought with, to the cops who were supposed to find him.  

From the Detroit Free Press, “Where Secrets Go to Die: The Disappearance of Derrick Henagan” is an eight-episode serial podcast. Award-winning journalist John Wisely examines a murder case in a natural paradise and uncovers drugs, sex and other local secrets.

All eight episodes are now available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Want to dive deeper? Check out freep.com/secrets for photos, videos, documents and more tied to the case.

Links to specific episode content can also be found in the description of the trailer for this series.