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Reveal’s investigations will inspire, infuriate and inform you. Host Al Letson and an award-winning team of reporters deliver gripping stories about caregivers, advocates for the unhoused, immigrant families, warehouse workers and formerly incarcerated people, fighting to hold the powerful accountable. The New Yorker described Reveal as “a knockout … a pleasure to listen to, even as we seethe.” A ... more

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Donica Brady lost her job after the Trump administration cut grant funding to bring solar power across the country, including to tribal nations. She picked up multiple jobs to make ends meet. That, in addition to caring for children, whittled down Br... more

More To The Story: On January 24, a US Border Patrol agent shot and killed 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis after he was held down by multiple federal agents. The Trump administration alleged that Pretti threatened agents with a gun. ... more

During an NCAA women’s swimming championship in March 2022, two seniors tied for fifth place. The race was unremarkable except for one fact: One of the swimmers, Lia Thomas, was a transgender woman. The swimmer she tied with, Riley Gaines, believed t... more

More To The Story: Over the last few weeks, Minneapolis has looked like a city under siege. The Trump administration has sent roughly 3,000 federal agents to Minnesota in what Todd Lyons, acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has ca... more

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Recent Guests

Imogen Sayers
Reporter and trans woman
Episode: How Sports Became a Battleground Over Trans Rights
Radley Balko
Investigative journalist and author of Rise of the Warrior Cop
The Intercept
Episode: How ICE Became Trump’s Very Own Paramilitary Force
Freddy Guevara
Venezuelan dissident and former student protest leader living in exile
Episode: A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Adriana Tapia
Venezuelan journalist living in New York, reporting on the political situation in Venezuela.
Episode: A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Mariana Zúñiga
Journalist based in Caracas, providing insights into the current transitional phase in Venezuela.
Episode: A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Alejandro Velasco
Professor of Latin American studies at New York University, author of Barrio Rising.
Episode: A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Emma Ashford
Foreign Policy columnist and Stimson Center Senior Fellow
Stimson Center
Episode: What Trump’s Venezuela Attack Means for the World
Dr. Neils Peterson
Professor Emeritus of Veterinary Medicine at UC Davis, known for his work in small animal pathology and FIP research.
UC Davis
Episode: The Black Market for a Lifesaving Cat Drug
Robin Kintz
Founder of FIP Warriors, a group helping to distribute life-saving drugs for treating FIP.
Episode: The Black Market for a Lifesaving Cat Drug

Host

Al Letson
Host of Reveal with a focus on impactful investigative journalism and storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 10.4k ratings
  • One of my go-to podcasts for deep dives. A treat that I save and savor!

    Reveal consistently explains important histories and currents events with marvelous storytelling. Understanding how real people live under different burdens that I didn’t know existed gives me a wider perspective and really adds volumes to my life. Thank you for pulling back the curtain how people live!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert "Bob" Loblaw
    United States16 days ago
  • My Favorite podcast

    I found Reveal years ago and fell in love with their style of reporting. The pizzagate episode was my 1st episode and have periodically gone back to listen to it.

    Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoSoup4M3
    Canada19 days ago
  • Amazing host, compelling content

    This is my all-time favorite podcast and Al is my all-time favorite host. I never miss an episode. Compelling, thought-provoking investigative journalism that leaves me more informed each time I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FanLora
    United States20 days ago
  • Great investigative reporting

    I love this show! The reporting is topnotch and presented in an accessible and compelling way. Great host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJ from Oklahoma
    United States25 days ago
  • Best interview I’ve heard yet with Bill McKibben

    Thank you, Al Letson, for this outstanding interview with Bill McKibben. Your questions about the effectiveness of solar technology for ordinary users and the current administration’s failure to compete with China for the future of the world economy connected some very important dots. More high quality journalism from Reveal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaryF2021
    United Statesa month ago

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There is a significant emphasis on the depth and quality of journalism that provides insights that are often overlooked in mainstream media.
Listeners appreciate the well-researched, impactful stories that shed light on critical social issues.
Some feedback suggests a desire for more diverse viewpoints among guests, indicating a potential area for growth in representation.
The storytelling is often described as gripping and thought-provoking, compelling listeners to engage with challenging topics.

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#168
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#161
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#196
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How ICE Became Trump’s Very Own Paramilitary Force
Q: Has there been any indication from the Supreme Court that they might pull back a little bit?
No significant indications were made, and challenges to these tactics are getting increasingly difficult under current judicial environments.
How ICE Became Trump’s Very Own Paramilitary Force
Q: Do you think they have a case?
Yes, the actions witnessed in Minneapolis after Good's death demonstrate clear infringement on constitutional rights by ICE agents targeting individuals holding them accountable.
A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Q: What do you think is going to happen with Delcy Rodriguez?
Freddy Guevara expresses concern that she will continue the same oppressive policies as Maduro.
A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Q: How does it feel that Maduro is in jail in New York?
Freddy finds it surreal and admits that it feels like a fever dream, balancing joy with skepticism regarding the permanence of Maduro's arrest.
A Dictator Deposed—What Now for Venezuela?
Q: What was it like growing up in Venezuela under Maduro's predecessor, Hugo Chavez?
Freddy Guevara describes his childhood in Venezuela as full of contradictions, with a lot of oil and corruption, intertwined with authoritarian measures and flawed elections.

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What is Reveal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features gripping investigative stories that tackle a range of critical social issues, giving voice to marginalized communities, including caregivers, immigrants, and those formerly incarcerated. With a focus on exposing systemic injustices and holding the powerful accountable, episodes cover topics from exploitative labor conditions to racial disparities and civil rights struggles. Notably, the reported stories often blend personal narratives with hard-hitting journalism, encouraging listeners to reflect on important societal themes while delivering a compelling and engaging listening experience. The production is rooted in a commitment to investigative journalism, revealing hidden truths and providing listeners with insights ... more

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2. Radley Balko
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5. Mariana Zúñiga
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7. Emma Ashford
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