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Listen to "NBC Nightly News," providing reports and analysis of the day's most newsworthy national and international events. This audio podcast, updated each weekday evening by NBCNews.com, brings you the day's show in its entirety. For more from "Nightly News", visit http://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-…

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    The NBC Nightly News podcast is a reliable and informative source for staying up-to-date on current events. As someone who is unable to watch the news on television, I appreciate that this podcast allows me to listen and stay informed during my daily routine. The podcast features the calm and trustworthy voice of Lester Holt, who delivers the news with honesty and integrity. The stories presented are fact-based and politically neutral, providing a well-rounded overview of important issues both nationally and globally. Additionally, the podcast often ends with positive and inspiring stories, which adds a refreshing touch to the news.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its commitment to providing dependable and fact-based news. As a listener, I appreciate NBC's efforts to present all sides of a story as objective journalists. The reporting is strong, compelling, and delivered in a compassionate manner when appropriate. Furthermore, the podcast covers a wide range of topics, ensuring that listeners are aware of significant events happening around the world.

    However, there are some aspects of this podcast that could be improved upon. One common complaint among listeners is the placement of advertisements throughout the episodes. Many find it disruptive when an ad interrupts the flow of an important story or cuts off mid-sentence. It would be beneficial if NBC could better time their advertisements so as not to disrupt the listening experience.

    In conclusion, The NBC Nightly News podcast is a valuable resource for those who prefer to get their news through audio rather than visual media. It provides accurate information in a balanced manner, giving listeners a comprehensive understanding of current events. While some improvements could be made regarding advertisement placement, overall, this podcast delivers reliable news that can be easily accessed and enjoyed by listeners every day.



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    Latest episodes from NBC Nightly News

    Sunday June 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 18:34


    Trump says U.S.-Iran deal ‘complete' after months of negotiations; Protests in Geneva intensify ahead of Trump's arrival for the G7; 12 people killed after skydiving plane crashes in Missouri; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Saturday, June 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 16:45


    U.S.-Iran deal could be finalized within days, Trump and Iranian officials say; 1 killed, others injured in Virginia church tent collapse amid high winds; ; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, June 12, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 15:23


    Tornado outbreak devastates Midwest; SpaceX makes history in largest ever initial public offering; Deadly mass shooting in Texas; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, June 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 18:51


    Trump says deal with Iran could be signed in days; Severe weather pummels several states across Midwest; California officer shoots colleague in ‘horseplay' incident; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, June 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 19:04


    U.S. launches "self defense" strikes on Iran after Apache helicopter shot down; Bill Gates grilled by lawmakers over Epstein ties; High security for NBA game after clashes; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tuesday, June 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 18:25


    U.S. launches ‘self-defense strikes' against Iran after downing of helicopter; Teen found guilty in track meet murder; Dangerous flash flooding forces evacuations in Indiana; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monday, June 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 20:53


    Tight security for NBA Finals in NYC; Millions under flood watches after severe weather; Pratt drops to third place in L.A. mayor's race; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Dateline Presents: Five Miles From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 2:28


    As a bonus for Nightly News fans, we're sharing the trailer for Five Miles From Home, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Keith Morrison. When beloved high school junior Micaela Costanzo disappears on her way home from track practice, the race to find her leads to unlikely suspects, simmering rage, and unimaginable betrayal. Keith Morrison takes us to a small Nevada casino town to find out what really happened that night under the desert sky.   If you like what you hear, just search Five Miles From Home to listen to the first two episodes now, completely free. Or subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or DatelinePremium.com. Subscribers get early access to new episodes and can listen to all Dateline podcasts ad-free. swap.fm/l/fmfhlwfd Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Saturday, June 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 16:22


    Severe storms put tens of millions on alert; Iran launches new attacks on U.S. allies; Critical California governor's race begins to take shape; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, June 5, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 19:11


    Emergency “safe haven” order for Space Station astronauts; Exclusive interview with President Trump; Hollywood actor James Handy stabbed to death; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, June 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 18:08


    John Bolton to plead guilty in classified documents case; Texas high school murder trial; New details on plane collision on New Jersey Turnpike; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, June 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 16:46


    FBI kills suspect to end hostage standoff; New attacks by Iran and U.S. strain an already shaky ceasefire; Scott Pelley disputes CBS account of firing as tensions mount at ‘60 Minutes'; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tuesday, June 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 17:59


    Former reality star Spencer Pratt faces off with LA's mayor in primary tonight; School bus in St. Paul, MN crashes into university building; Passengers restrain man accused of trying to enter cockpit mid-flight Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monday, June 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 13:53


    Trump speaks to NBC News amid Iran talks and administration's apparent abandonment of $1.8 billion fund; Fired police officer charged after video appears to show him repeatedly punching woman; Race against time to find and rescue two men in Laos Cave; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sunday, May 31, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 19:07


    Curfew in place to crack down on clashes outside immigration facility; Security scares prompt diversions on two United flights; Urgent search for suspect in deputy's killing; and more on tonight's broadcast.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Saturday, May 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 17:27


    Four more men rescued after more than a week trapped in a flooded cave in Laos; Mysterious loud boom rattles New England region; Dueling protests face off at New Jersey ICE detention center over detainee conditions; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, May 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 21:01


    Trapped survivor rescued from cave; Two children among five killed in Virginia bus crash; Blue Origin rocket explosion could delay NASA's moon plans; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, May 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 20:43


    Deadly explosion at Dallas apartment complex; Negotiators for U.S. and Iran reach deal; Jill Biden on 2024 debate: ‘Has he been drugged?'; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, May 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 19:13


    Severe weather wreaks havoc on South; Thousands evacuated from chemical tank threat; NASA unveils plans for base on the moon; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tuesday, May 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 18:09


    Severe weather wreaks havoc on South; Thousands evacuated from chemical tank threat; NASA unveils plans for base on the moon; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monday, May 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 18:02


    Officers rescue infant from flooded car in Texas as storms snarl holiday travel; Catastrophic risk for explosion eliminated; New details on potential deal to end Iran war; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sunday, May 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 14:36


    Secret Service kills man who opened fire at White House security checkpoint; Trump says he won't 'rush into' deal to end war with Iran; California crews race to avoid toxic chemical tank explosion; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Saturday, May 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 21:25


    Series of gunshots heard near White House ; Trump says agreement on Iran war ‘largely negotiated'; Trump speaks with Israel's prime minister on potential Iran agreement ;  and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, May 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 14:31


    President Trump's intel chief Tulsi Gabbard steps down; Firefighters injured in Staten Island shipyard explosion; Pentagon releases newly declassified UFO files; and more on tonight's broadcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, May 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 21:03


    Severe storms threaten holiday travel; NASCAR star Kyle Busch dead at age 41; U.S. officials to divert and screen passengers coming from Ebola-affected countries; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, May 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 21:04


    Justice Department charges Raúl Castro with murder; Crews scramble to contain several wildfires raging in California; Trump-backed candidates sweep GOP primaries; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tuesday, May 19, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 20:46


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    Monday, May 18, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 20:59


    Deadly shooting at San Diego Islamic center; Massive wildfires tear across Western U.S.; American tests positive for Ebola as outbreak spreads in Africa; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sunday, May 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 21:26


    Midair jet collision forces lockdown at Idaho Air Force base show; Millions on alert for severe weather with dangerous conditions expected; Trump targets political rivals ahead of midterms;  and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Here's the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition, Ep 2: Who gets to play school sports?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 36:17


    We're back with another episode of “Here's the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition.” This month, NBC News senior legal correspondent Laura Jarrett is speaking with legal experts and lawyers to discuss the cases being argued this term — and the legal precedents that underpin them. Our second episode is about the transgender student athletes who are challenging laws in West Virginia and Idaho that prevent them from competing on girls' teams in school sports. The courts of appeals in each district have sided with the student athletes, but Supreme Court watchers agree that the justices are likely to uphold the bans. Former ACLU national legal director David Cole argued Bostock vs. Clayton County (2020), in which a 6-3 majority of justices established transgender people as a protected class under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits employment discrimination. Host Laura Jarrett talks to Cole about his client Aimee Stephens, who was fired from her job after she came out as transgender. He explains how he won over conservative justices on the high court, and why the stakes are different for the transgender athletes in these cases. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, May 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 20:44


    Iran-linked suspect accused of terror plots on Jewish sites in U.S.; Trump's high-stakes summit in China; U.S. seeks to indict Cuba's Raul Castro; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, May 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 20:56


    Trump's high-stakes summit in China; Inside China's race to dominate humanoid robotics; Exclusive look at Chinese pandas preparing for trip to America; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, May 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 20:57


    Trump arrives in China for high-stakes summit; Alex Murdaugh's convictions for murder of wife and son overturned; New video shows incredible rescue of plane crash survivors; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tuesday, May 12, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 18:48


    Trump heads to high-stakes summit in China; Inside look at quarantine facility for cruise ship passengers; China's battle for electric vehicle dominance, and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monday, May 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 20:29


    Inside American passengers' journey home from hantavirus-hit cruise ship; What comes next for Americans exposed to hantavirus on cruise; Suspect opens fire at cars on Cambridge roadway; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sunday, May 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 18:53


    Evacuations underway on hantavirus cruise ship; Trump calls Iran's response to U.S. peace proposal ‘totally unacceptable'; Severe storms threaten millions; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Saturday, May 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 18:09


    Dramatic video shows moment Frontier Airlines flight hits trespasser on runway; Spanish island braces for hantavirus cruise ship as WHO urges calm; 11 hospitalized after possible boat explosion near Miami Beach; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Introducing Here's the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 39:44


    Welcome to “Here's the Scoop: Supreme Court Edition.” This month, NBC News senior legal correspondent Laura Jarrett will be speaking with legal experts and lawyers to discuss the cases being argued this term — and the legal precedents that underpin them. First up: birthright citizenship. On the first day of his second term in office, President Donald Trump issued an executive order saying birthright citizenship does not apply to the children of undocumented immigrants, arguing they are not “subject to the jurisdiction” of the United States. In making its case, the administration has revived arguments from 1898 made in United States v. Wong Kim Ark. A descendant of Wong Kim Ark reflects on the threat to his family's legacy, and then University of New Hampshire history professor Lucy Salyer analyzes why the administration is relying on a century-old argument to make its case today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, May 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 20:57


    New plan to evacuate Americans from Hantavirus cruise; U.S. and Iran exchange fire as Trump says ceasefire still holds; Pentagon releases declassified UFO files; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, May 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 20:36


    New positive cases from Hantavirus cruise ship; Multiple passengers from cruise ship back in U.S.; Tornadoes rip through Mississippi; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, May 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 20:53


    Jeffrey Epstein possible suicide note released; Sick passengers evacuated from cruise hit by hantavirus outbreak; New images of frightening National Mall shooting blocks from White House; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monday, May 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 20:41


    Iran attacks oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz; Secret Service shoots armed man who fired at officers near White House; United plane hits lamppost that slams into truck; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sunday, May 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 14:46


    Spirit Airlines' abrupt closure strands thousands of travelers; Concerns grow as high oil prices drive up cost of jet fuel; Trump says the U.S. will ‘free up' ships in the Strait of Hormuz; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, May 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2026 20:54


    Spirit Airlines could shut down by Saturday; Trump administration to pull 5,000 troops from Germany; Deadly flash flooding in Texas; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, April 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 18:32


    Five hurt in Tacoma high school stabbing; NYPD officers hit by house explosion; Camp Mystic says it will not reopen after fatal floods; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Wednesday, April 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 18:56


    Destructive tornado tears through Texas neighborhood; Prosecutors release hotel selfies of suspect in alleged White House dinner attack; gas prices soar to highest level of the year; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tuesday, April 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 18:17


    Grand jury indicts Comey for alleged threat against Trump; FCC orders early review of Disney's TV licenses; King Charles kicks off historic trip to U.S.; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Monday, April 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 20:12


    Shooting suspect charged with attempting to assassinate Trump; Trump calls on ABC to fire Jimmy Kimmel; King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Washington to meet with President Trump and first lady; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sunday, April 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 21:29


    New details on shooting at WH Correspondents' Dinner; Deadly tornadoes in Texas as millions are under threat of severe storms; New concerns about the fate of U.S. peace talks with Iran; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Friday, April 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 20:30


    Tornado leaves path of devastation in Oklahoma; Justice Dept. ends criminal probe of Powell; Trump says Iran is ‘making an offer'; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Thursday, April 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 18:22


    Wildfires rage in southern Georgia, destroying homes; Search for suspects after deadly Louisiana mall shooting; Special forces soldier arrested for placing bets; and more on tonight's broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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