Washington Post
Mentioned in 187 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major American newspaper owned by Jeff Bezos that has faced significant recent decline, including layoffs of approximately 30% of its workforce and loss of market dominance to competitors like the New York Times. Podcasts discuss the organization in contexts ranging from its investigative journalism and political polling to concerns about editorial direction and institutional pressures during the Trump administration. The outlet is frequently cited as an example of challenges facing traditional media institutions under billionaire ownership.
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Today, Explained · Jun 10, 2026
Is Platner too “authentic”?
“Published op-ed from Platner's former political director arguing he should not be a US senator”
The Dan Bongino Show · Jun 8, 2026
I'm Sorry I Have To Do This (Ep. 2531)
“Cited as outlet reporting on Tucker Carlson and Hunter Biden's relationship and emails”
Unexplainable · Jun 8, 2026
The disaster problem
“Conducted study showing FEMA's Hurricane Helene tweets reached 50x fewer people than false rumors”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jun 3, 2026
Luke Russert and Josh Turek: There Is a Vast Rightwing Conspiracy
“Mentioned as legacy media institution being dismantled through political pressure alongside CBS News”
Letters from an American · Jun 2, 2026
Trump is Looking for a Lifeline
“Reported Pentagon's designation of press office as classified SKIF facility restricting journalist access”
The Bulwark Podcast · May 27, 2026
Robert Kagan: A Total and Complete Shutdown of Trump
“Reported on U.S. depletion of interceptor missiles defending Israel versus Israel's own defensive use”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 21, 2026
5/21/26: Iran Stuns Trump With Red Line, Trump Indicts Cuba's Castro, Bezos Speaks Against Taxes
“Owned by Bezos; criticized for libertarian editorial stance on taxes and privatization”
5-4 · May 19, 2026
The People v. MrBeast [TEASER]
“Criticized for launching poorly-produced podcasts with extremely low viewership metrics and subpar production quality”
The Bulwark Podcast · May 15, 2026
Andrew Weissmann: Is Trump Going To Raid Fort Knox Next?
“Documented 30,000+ Trump lies in first term; no longer conducting this analysis under current administration”
Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci · May 14, 2026
The One Thing That Will Bring China Down - Simon Elegant
“Simon Elegant served as China Bureau Chief before recent layoffs by owner Jeff Bezos”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 13, 2026
5/13/26: Trump Says He Doesn't Care About Americans Finances, Male Employment Craters, Israel Most Hated Country On Earth In New Poll
“Reporter Heather Long cited for analysis showing inflation eating all wage gains for first time in three years”
Pod Save the World · May 6, 2026
Bullsh*t Ceasefires Everywhere
“News outlet publishing polling data on Trump's approval ratings and Iran war support”
Inside Trump's Head · May 6, 2026
Why the White House Is Spiraling Over Trump’s War
“Bezos-owned publication; discussed in context of his credibility-seeking purchase and subsequent Trump alignment”
The Daily Beast Podcast · May 6, 2026
Why the White House Is Spiraling Over Trump’s War
“Purchased by Bezos to add credibility to his portfolio; now compromised by his Trump alignment”
Letters from an American · May 5, 2026
Trump's "Mini War"
“Published reporting on Iran military attacks and Trump's military blockade characterization”
Scrolling with Hayley · May 5, 2026
’Snapchat King’ Swalwell Busted for Naughty Pics - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 292)
“News organization where Taylor Lorenz worked as journalist covering internet culture”
The Shawn Ryan Show · May 4, 2026
#301 Cenk Uygur - The Foreign Influence Crisis
“Outlet rejecting op-eds that don't fit establishment narrative regarding Israel and foreign influence”
This American Life · May 1, 2026
Ira (Reluctantly) Gives a Graduation Speech
“Sanford Unger worked as a reporter for the Washington Post before his career in broadcast journalism.”
Runaway Country with Alex Wagner · Apr 30, 2026
The President and The Press
“Reporter Hannah Nathanson had devices seized by FBI in unprecedented raid; example of DOJ weaponization against journalists”
Mark Levin Podcast · Apr 30, 2026
4/29/26 - The Grave Threat Nobody is Talking About
“Major newspaper criticized for liberal editorial positions and alleged bias against conservative figures”
Today, Explained · Apr 27, 2026
Who's afraid of teen takeovers?
“Jenny Gathright, a reporter for the publication, provided on-the-ground reporting and analysis of D.C. teen takeovers”
Letters from an American · Apr 26, 2026
White House Correspondents' Dinner
“Political correspondent Hannah Natanson's home was raided by Trump administration law enforcement.”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 24, 2026
A War That Trump Won’t End — and an Economy Starting to Feel It
“Reported on timeline for clearing mines from Strait of Hormuz following Iran conflict escalation”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 24, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Iran War Update, Dem ‘Fascism’ Claims, and California’s Newsom & the Nick Shirley Act
“Referenced as major news conglomerate with significant resources but institutional bias in coverage”
Pod Save America · Apr 24, 2026
Trump Loses the Gerrymander War
“Cited for reporting on Pentagon briefing regarding Strait of Hormuz clearing timeline”
פודקאסט שולחן 4 · Apr 24, 2026
פרק 52:השחמט של טראמפ, הרובוטים מחליפים עובדים, פלנטיר, השקעה מפתיעה של ברקשיר
“Media company; discussed in context of digital transformation and subscription strategy”
Tech Won't Save Us · Apr 23, 2026
The Problem with "CEO Said a Thing" Journalism w/ Karl Bode
“Major outlet criticized for repeating CEO claims without verification or acknowledgment of documented failures”
The Briefing with Jen Psaki · Apr 23, 2026
Trump's corruption becomes a campaign issue as GOP Congress flunks on accountability
“Published details about White House fundraising for ballroom renovation with excluded conflict-of-interest protections”
Today, Explained · Apr 21, 2026
TMZ Goes to Washington
“Legacy outlet that recently hired a style-politics reporter to cover personality-driven political narratives, mirroring TMZ's approach.”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Apr 20, 2026
Buckley Carlson: Writing Trump’s Speeches, Trump’s Shocking Texts to MTG, and the Epstein Cover-up
“Criticized for coordinating with NBC on Billy Bush story during 2016 election”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 16, 2026
Too Many Ks!
“Reported on Pentagon sending additional troops to Middle East and planning potential ground operations in Iran”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 16, 2026
Trump vs. the Pope, Iran’s Economic Squeeze, NATO’s Weakness, and Left-Wing Street Violence | Victor Davis Hanson
“Cited as source of left-wing reporters hired by Wall Street Journal, indicating media consolidation of perspective”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 15, 2026
Security Threat At Turning Point (Ep. 2495)
“Mentioned as part of mainstream media establishment losing institutional credibility with American public”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 15, 2026
Iran Blockade is Working, VP Vance at TPUSA Event, Cal Thomas, Confused Biden
“Referenced as traditional media outlet failing to investigate congressional misconduct compared to TMZ”
KidNuz: News for Kids · Apr 15, 2026
04.15.2026
“Reported on Magawa the African giant pouched rat's landmine detection achievements in Cambodia”
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff · Apr 15, 2026
Trump Thinks He’s Jesus. Iran Blockade Update. Ukrainian Robots Take a Battlefield. w/ Michael Steele.
“Dan Lamothe reported on 10,000 sailors, marines and airmen executing Iran blockade mission”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Apr 13, 2026
October 7th Foresight, Netanyahu’s Funding of Hamas, and the Settlers Murdering Palestinians
“Guest worked as journalist covering Gaza reconstruction and money flows before foreign desk was eliminated”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 13, 2026
You're An Infant. Get Back In Your Playpen.
“Published article about Prince Frederick, Maryland data center expansion and municipal concerns”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 13, 2026
Shut Up, Pope.
“Published feature story about parrot's underwater submarine adventure”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Apr 13, 2026
Rick Wilson & Ed Fitzgerald
“Mentioned as losing staff to Wall Street Journal after Jeff Bezos ownership changes”
Marketplace All-in-One · Apr 11, 2026
"Marketplace" Live
“News source reporting on Trump administration planning for Iran ground war”
Marketplace Morning Report · Apr 11, 2026
"Marketplace" Live
“Reported Trump administration planning for weeks of ground war in Iran, with economic implications for oil markets”
People I (Mostly) Admire · Apr 11, 2026
17. Emily Oster: “I Am a Woman Who Is Prominently Discussing Vaginas.”
“Referenced as source of health fad headlines that influence consumer behavior”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 10, 2026
Free Speech is in Trouble--Globally. Greg Lukianoff Talks to A&G
“Example cited of cancel culture where opinion reporter was suspended for retweeting slightly edgy joke”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 10, 2026
Too Deep & You'll Drive Her Away!
“Example cited of cancel culture: opinion reporter suspended/fired for retweeting slightly edgy joke, illustrating speech policing”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 10, 2026
Ian Prior’s MoCo Lawsuit, Melania on Epstein, Spanberger News, Fairfax Groper Guilty
“Published op-ed turning against Governor Spanberger, contributing to narrative of her governance failures and dishonesty.”
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 8, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 984: Further News On The Revival, Which The Washington Post Attributes In Part To Charlie Kirk’s Death
“Published article profiling Gen Z Catholic conversion trend and young men returning to traditional faith”
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff · Apr 8, 2026
Cease Fire. The Day After. Pray for General Caine.
“Dan Lamoth analyzed Secretary Hegset's press conference questioning and media selection patterns”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 8, 2026
What Are Tonsil Stones?!
“Published investigation identifying a 55-year-old computer scientist as potential Bitcoin creator”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 8, 2026
Independent Women with Carrie Lukas, More Pressure on Spanberger
“Editorial board published op-ed criticizing Governor Spanberger's gerrymandering scheme and hyper-partisan overreach”