The On Deadline Podcast

Today On Deadline is looking into recent action from President Donald Trump to cut the United States Agency for International Development, or US A-I-D, and we’re asking the question that’s on a lot of minds … can he do that?

Today On Deadline is looking at the trade wars that appear to have kicked off at the beginning of this month thanks to president Donald Trump holding true to several of his campaign promises to impose tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico.

Today On Deadline is pondering the recent string of deadly or dangerous airplane and airport incidents, and asking: Is this the new normal?

Today On Deadline is looking at the new Trump administration's efforts to curb illegal immigration, which includes declaring a national emergency at the United States-Mexico border.

Today On Deadline is written – and recorded – by actual humans, not the artificial intelligence that’s set to see a massive boom under the new presidential administration.

Today On Deadline is looking at the return of President Donald Trump, who has had a busy first few days in office after his four year hiatus.

Today On Deadline is looking back at the last four years and the legacy left by the country’s 46th president, Joseph Biden.

Today, On Deadline is looking into Donald Trump's continued discussion of American expansion, from Greenland to the Panama Canal and even Canada.

Today On Deadline is looking at what could be the worst domestic natural disaster in our nation’s history. Fires that have ravaged much of Los Angeles county, including celebrity mansion and iconic structures.

Today On Deadline is looking at the vow that President-elect Donald Trump made on the campaign trail when he said he would end the Russian invasion of Ukraine upon his return to the White House.

Today On Deadline is looking at the New Year’s attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans that killed 14 people and injured 35 others when 42-year-old Shamsud-Dim Jabbar plowed a rented Ford F-150 into a crowd of holiday revelers. In memory of Billy DiMaio.

Today On Deadline is looking at the world of drugs and the legal and illegal substances that made headlines in 2024 and will continue to in 2025.

Former President Jimmy Carter died Sunday, Dec. 29 at 100 years old. The On Deadline Podcast remembers him in this special episode.

Today On Deadline is looking at the incoming Trump administration and what it could mean for the world of tech, as CEOs and big names continue to meet with the President-elect.

Today On Deadline is decking the halls and setting out our cookies as we get ready for the holiday season. Or rather, we’re getting out the ibuprofen and preparing a bath as the holidays aren’t always the refreshing and relaxing time that they may have once been.

Today On Deadline is looking at what could be the end of the line for TikTok, as a recent appellate court ruling has allowed the potential ban of the app in the US.

Today On Deadline is looking at the ever evolving landscape of work, as more companies back away from their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies that seemed paramount during the pandemic.

Today On Deadline is looking into the shooting of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside his Manhattan hotel and the internet’s reaction to the arrest of suspected shooter Luigi Mangione.

Today On Deadline is breaking down a bombshell decision from President Joe Biden to issue a full and unconditional pardon for his son, Hunter Biden.

This week, we take a look at what we can expect concerning U.S. policy and the energy industry under the next Trump administration.

Today On Deadline is looking at what President elect Donald Trump’s proposed policies for the economy and immigration – two areas where he’s expected to make the most sweeping changes – could mean for the United States.

Today On Deadline is examining President Elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks as he continues to round out his administration two months before his inauguration.

Today On Deadline is looking for answers to questions that have been left looming following President Elect Donald Trump’s sweeping victory in the 2024 Presidential election.

Today On Deadline is checking our lists, and then our holiday budgets and then checking it all again because we can’t believe how expensive things have gotten!

Today, we tackle former President Donald Trump's win of a second term in the White House with KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Doug Sovern – KCBS Radio’s award-winning political reporter – usually predicts elections currently. This year, the twists and turns of the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have made it challenging for anyone to forecast who might win. On this Election Day episode, Sovern joined Lauren Barry – host of ‘The On Deadline Podcast’ – to break down the 2024 election season, where polling stands in the final stretch, what to expect after ballots are cast and more. (Listen to the end for Sovern’s own prediction!) ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is zeroing in on election integrity. It’s a buzzword that was born in 2020 when Donald Trump began making false claims that election integrity cost him the White House. This year, new threats of election interference from Iran, Russia and elsewhere are causing concern. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is breaking down the latest development in the war between Ukraine and Russia — North Korea entering the fray, leading to new possibilities and concerns about the war expanding. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the issue on just about everyone’s mind heading into the polls this November, our wallets. No matter the poll you read, the news you consume, or the candidate you support, the economy is probably your focus this election. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is giving you an update on the middle east as Israel continues its war against Hamas a year after its Oct 7 attack on Israel sparked a conflict – and a crisis – in the region. Here’s the latest. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is hitting the books as we look at the approaching deadline for college applications in a new world where students aren’t just choosing where to go, they’re deciding whether to go. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is giving you an election check-in less than three weeks away from the big day. As of the time of this recording, Vice President Kamala Harris is continuing to track about three points ahead of former President Donald Trump in most national polls. The same polls find the main issues Americans will be weighing as they head into the voting booth are the economy, democracy, immigration, and health care. But while America decides who gets their vote for the White House, there are several other key senate and house races that could have major implications on who has control in Washington in January. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at a little-discussed consequence of climate change that’s hurting our wallets nationwide. You don’t have to be politically progressive to know that no matter the insurance company you go through, home insurance premiums are becoming more costly. It doesn’t matter where you live or what you do for a living, everyone from farmers to corporate executives are being affected. This is in part thanks to the recent influx in natural disasters that seem like they’re becoming more common and more destructive. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is putting on our true crime hats as we look over the case of the Menendez brothers and their potential release after decades behind bars. If you didn’t watch the trial live on TV, you most likely have seen the numerous documentaries, YouTube conspiracy theories, or dramatic retellings of the story. The latest one is a smash hit on Netflix, “Monsters: the Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.” ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline looking at changes in the world of Artificial Intelligence. AI became a buzzword – embraced by some, criticized by others – and then seems to have stalled in real-world applications. That has left a lot of us wondering – what’s next? Among leading headlines in the world of AI was news that the non-profit Open AI, seen by many as the pioneer of the technology with its massively popular tool ChatGPT, would become a for-profit company. OpenAI announced its plan to remove control of the company from its non-profit board, according to a Reuters report that cited people familiar with the matter. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Hurricane Helene brings death, destruction and concerns about the future

Today On Deadline is holding a funeral service for what we, and all Americans, hope is the death of inflation. Last week was a cause of celebration for our wallets and economic aspirations as the Federal Reserve issued its first rate cut in more than four years, dropping key interest rates a half point from their two-decade high of 5.3%, where they sat for 14 months as the Central bank fought to tame inflation. But, we ask, is inflation really over? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is once again looking to the Middle East. There, Israel has seemingly changed its aim from taking down Hamas to taking down Hezbollah, with a string of recent string of attacks linked to pagers and walkie-talkies. 'On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking flight as we delve into the issues plaguing Boeing. This week, there were reports of bleeding ears and noses on a Boeing plane. In addition to safety issues, last week it was announced that workers at Boeing would go on strike after 30,000 assembly employees rejected a proposed contract. Now work has stopped, marking the first strike at Boeing since 2008. It’s anyone’s guess how long this strike will last. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at last week’s debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, as well as the assassination attempt on Trump's life. As we get closer and closer to the presidential election after an already news-filled campaign season, the polls seem close and every shift has the potential to turn the election. Let's unpack where things sit this week. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is taking a deep exhale as the Federal Reserve gets ready to cut key interest rates for the first time since they began a historic climb to where they currently sit. These rate cuts have been a long time coming. Inflation first began to run rampant in mid 2021 amidst the changing presidencies, and the COVID-19 pandemic, which stalled the supply chain and threw other wrenches into the economic system. By Early 2022 the Russian invasion of Ukraine became one more factor that created a perfect storm of inflation issues. Here's where things are today. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is again looking at the problem of senseless mass shootings in the United States and asking what we can – and should – do to stop it. Last Wednesday, before most schools in the country had even been open for a full week, a gunman entered Apalachee High School in Georgia and began opening fire, claiming the lives of four and leaving nine others hospitalized. As the school shooting death toll in the U.S. continues to rise, most of us can agree thoughts and prayers aren’t going to cut it anymore. But what will? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at an urgent health crisis in America that’s leaving doctors worried – a mental health crisis. While the COVID-19 pandemic brought the mental health issues of children and teens to the forefront, recent research has found a new crisis emerging among parents and in maternal mental health. Here's the latest. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is diving deeper into the issues that are shaping up as the most divisive in this election season between Democrats and Republicans. Those issues include fracking, IVF, abortion, and the border. Political ads are running on a loop everywhere you consume media with various claims on these issues. Spoiler: Some of the claims are true, and others are not. We'll help you sort it out. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is laying out our outfit, and packing a brown bag lunch as it's back to school season once again. But it’s not all as joyous as Capri Suns, Lunchables and fresh kicks. This back to school season will see the same issues as years past and even some new ones. Staffing shortages, behavioral problems, Artificial intelligence and more are setting up staff and kids for a challenging school year. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at our nation’s political system and asking if there will ever be a prominent third party candidate in a presidential election. Love it or hate it, the two party system has dominated the race for president, and almost every other elected seat, for the majority of our nation’s history. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nephew of former president John F. Kennedy, made a splash this spring with his decision run as a third party option, but he's suspended his campaign. What did it reveal about third party changes in major U.S. elections? ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is looking at the economic plan put forth by vice president and newly minted Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Since being supported by the major players of the Democratic party as the successor to President Joe Biden, Harris has ridden a wave of popularity to the Democratic National Convention. Now it's time for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, to define their policies and what sets them apart from the GOP contender and former President Donald Trump. Before the Democratic National Convention this week, Harris revealed a plan for the economy that has received mixed reviews. Let's dig in. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Chicago where KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern and WBBM political reporter Craig Dellimore are breaking down day four of the Democratic National Convention. They give a rundown of speeches from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the VP candidate, as well as Oprah Winfrey and former President Bill Clinton. After performances by John Legend and Stevie Wonder, they also discuss who might join Pink on the stage Thursday. ‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.

Today On Deadline is back in Chicago where KCBS political reporter Doug Sovern and WBBM political reporter Craig Dellimore are breaking down day three of the Democratic National Convention. Former First Lady Michelle Obama shined in what could have been the best speech of the convention. Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepts the nominee. Will Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz attack Trump or shine as “Americas dad” in his introduction speech. ‘’‘On Deadline’ is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry. It’s also produced by Joe Hiti, Christy Strawser. Sound design by Joe Hiti.