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Every minute of your morning counts. Host Jeff Pierre takes you through the seven most important and interesting stories of the day, with the reporting and insight of The Washington Post. Get caught up in just a few minutes every weekday at 7 a.m.

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    • Jun 25, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
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    • 668 EPISODES

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    The 7 podcast is an essential part of my daily routine. It provides a quick and informative overview of the top seven news stories, allowing me to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. The host, Jeff Pierre, strikes the perfect balance between being plain spoken and showing personality, making each episode enjoyable to listen to. The writing is tight and unbiased, and the delivery is smooth with a cool vibe. Additionally, I appreciate that the podcast includes something a little fun and offbeat to offset all the serious news stories. Overall, it is a fantastic way to get briefed on current world events.

    One of the best aspects of The 7 podcast is its brevity and ability to deliver the facts without unnecessary distractions or personal opinions. Each episode covers the most important news stories in a concise manner, making it perfect for busy commuters or anyone who wants a quick update on current events. Jeff Pierre's voice is also mentioned as a positive aspect of the podcast, described as soothing and enjoyable to listen to.

    While The 7 podcast excels in delivering factual information in a concise manner, some listeners may find that it lacks in-depth analysis or discussion on certain topics. As it focuses on providing brief overviews of the top news stories, there may be a desire for more detailed coverage or different perspectives on certain issues.

    In conclusion, The 7 podcast is an excellent source of daily news updates that are informative and unbiased. It offers a quick overview of the top seven news stories without overwhelming listeners with unnecessary distractions or personal opinions. Jeff Pierre's delivery style and engaging personality make each episode enjoyable to listen to. While it may lack in-depth analysis on certain topics, it serves its purpose well as a concise and informative news source.



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    Tuesday, June 24. The seven stories you need to know today. Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    Monday, June 23. The seven stories you need to know today.Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 8:26


    Friday, June 20. The seven stories you need to know today.Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

    Post Reports: He's dying of cancer. They chose to start their family.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 39:54


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    Wednesday, June 18. The seven stories you need to know today.Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    Tuesday, June 17. The seven stories you need to know today. Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    Monday, June 16. The seven stories you need to know today. Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    Friday, June 6. The seven stories you need to know today.Read today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    The 7 team is off for Memorial Day so we're bringing you a conversation our colleague Elahe Izadi had recently that we've been thinking about a lot. It digs into how to manage what we can't control as the world can feel increasingly uncertain. Elahe sat down with Tara Brach, a therapist with a PhD in clinical psychology who has also spent years studying Buddhism and mindfulness. Tara teaches meditation, and she's written several books including one called “Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha.”If you're interested in learning more about her work or accessing her podcast and meditations, you can find that here. This episode was produced by Emma Talkoff and mixed by Sam Bair. It was edited by Maggie Penman. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

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    Friday, May 9, 2025

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    Thursday, May 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 10:17


    Thursday briefing: Trump's U.K. trade deal; Libya deportations; Vatican conclave votes; Tyre Nichols; Columbia protests; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

    Wednesday, May 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 9:37


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    Tuesday, May 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 10:18


    Tuesday briefing: Trump's deportation offer; Hollywood tariff; Gaza occupation plans; Pence interview; best Met Gala looks; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

    Monday, May 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 10:12


    Monday briefing: Trump's constitutional question and Alcatraz prison plan; Australia election results; cosmic gold source; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

    Friday, May 2, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 10:57


    Friday briefing: Michael Waltz and Marco Rubio; Kilmar Abrego García video; Elon Musk's unpopularity; Austin Tice; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

    Thursday, May 1, 2025

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    Thursday briefing: Ukraine minerals deal; Kamala Harris speech; vaccine testing change; Israel fires; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 9:22


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    Tuesday, April 29, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 9:27


    Tuesday briefing: Canada election results; Illinois car crash; revenge porn bill passes Congress; Spain power outage; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

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