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America 250: The Hero Next Door 24.06.2026 37Min.

For nearly 30 years, ABC News Chief Global Affairs Anchor Martha Raddatz has reported from the front lines of America’s wars, forming bonds with the country’s brave servicemen and women. In this ABC News Special, Martha sits down with ABC News National Correspondent Steven Portnoy to share stories of courage and heroism from the 9/11 generation of American military veterans she profiled in her new book, The Hero Next Door: Stories of Patriotism and Purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Press Play 2026 21.05.2026 1Std. 41Min.

Marking the unofficial start of summer, ABC News Radio invites you to “Press Play” this Memorial Day Weekend. This program is hosted by ABC's Alex Stone and features a playful mix of all the ways we play. We'll head to the ballpark to talk to fans and hear about the fun and colorful changes at minor league games. And we’ll go to the big leauges to assess the accuracy of those robo-umpires now calling balls and strikes. We’ll return to a simpler time and get into the online "nostalgia core" movement that urges folks to return to a more analog existence. Then log off and break out the binoculars for the calm and splendor of birdwatching, we'll lace up our sneakers and head out with some marathon runners and see if the mighty river's catch of the day is good eating. We'll even swing by the pinball museum to nudge some multi-ball fans while trying to avoid the tilt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gadgets, Gears & Grub 26.11.2025 1Std. 44Min.

For Thanksgiving weekend, ABC News Radio presents “Gadgets, Gears and Grub,” a 3-hour special hosted by ABC’s Cheri Preston and Mike Dobuski.Cheri and Mike have charted an exciting and informative course filled with many of the things that feed, fascinate and impact the daily lives of Americans. From a deep dive into AI and quantum computing to the resurgence of vinyl records. Our team also hit the road for a look at the last 100 years of the motel. They airdrop some Thanksgiving turkeys in remote Alaska, and take a big bite out of a deep-fried hot dog at an iconic restaurant. The team also digs into diets and nutrition, plus look for solutions when it comes to food waste. There’s a lot of ground to cover, so pack a bag and join us for “Gadgets, Gears and Grub.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robert Redford: The Life & Legacy of an American Icon 19.09.2025 45Min.

A spotlight on Robert Redford's life and career reveals details about the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker's legacy and most beloved films. A special edition of 20/20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Press Play 2025 03.07.2025 1Std. 43Min.

This July 4th weekend, ABC News Radio wants to “Press Play” on the things that excite and entertain us. This program spotlights the thrills and skills that fill so much of our “play." Host Alex Stone has middle school flashbacks with the sound of screeching sneakers and bouncing rubber balls as he steps onto an adult dodgeball court in West Hollywood. He introduces us to the players and take us inside the finals for this fiercely competitive league. Plus, we dive deep into the secret world of frequent flyer points and miles, where some have figured out how to work the system and dine out on their gold status. We play some vintage video games, take a big swing at wiffle ball, and pedal alongside virtual cycling's biggest fans. Feel like taking in a show? We explore the growing list of artists taking a break from life on the road by setting up shop in Las Vegas for extended residencies, and much more. Join us and “Press Play"!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remembering Jimmy Carter 29.12.2024 44Min.

Former President Jimmy Carter, celebrated champion of human rights, has died at 100. ABC News correspondent Aaron Katersky looks back at his life and legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Latinos In Hollywood 14.10.2024 45Min.

"Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny," celebrates the resiliency, artistry, and ingenuity of Hollywood's creative Latino community while providing an in-depth look at representation, visibility and creative opportunity both in front of and behind the camera. Reported by award-winning ABC News correspondent and "What Would You Do?" host John Quiñones, this groundbreaking special illuminates the career experiences of some of the globe's most famous Latino stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The Move 29.08.2024 1Std. 47Min.

Life moves pretty fast — and so do we. This Labor Day weekend, ABC News Radio is “On The Move.” Technology reporter Mike Dobuski is your pilot for this journey into the latest in transportation. This special presentation rolls through it all: from highways to skyways and from the classics to the cutting edge. We explore big changes in the automotive world, including electrification and self-driving technology. We talk to the crew set to blast off on the next big space mission and look at how everyday drivers might also soon take flight. There’s a lot of ground to cover, so buckle up and join us for “On The Move.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAUI RISING - The Fight For Hawai'i's Future 10.08.2024 48Min.

It's been one-year since the historic Maui wildfires, the deadliest in modern U.S. history. This special program, “MAUI RISING: The Fight for Hawai’i’s Future,” is narrated by actor and Hawai’i resident Jason Scott Lee; it examines how the tragedy ignited a grassroots movement for change around deeper issues such as housing and natural resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Press Play 2024 02.07.2024 1Std. 42Min.

This ABC News Radio special spotlights the thrills and skills that make up so much of our “play.” Host Jason Nathanson suits up with viral baseball sensation The Savannah Bananas, often referred to as the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball. We spend time with them as they rehearse their TikTok dances, practice trick plays, and get ready to bring joy and laughter to a sold-out stadium crowd in Fresno, California. Plus, we time-travel back to 1886 with a baseball league that plays without helmets, barely a mitt, and rules that most of us never knew existed. Have the need for speed? We strap into the cockpit of a Formula 1 car with the only American on the grid. Then, ahead of the summer games, we mount up with the men and women of the US equestrian team, and we try our hand at “breaking,” one of the newest Olympic events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Power of Us: People, Climate, and Our Future 26.04.2024 38Min.

This special edition of ABC News Radio's award-winning news magazine, Perspective, is part of a special series from ABC News for Earth Week, called "The Power of Us." It explores ways we can solve the climate challenges we face. From assessing the future of e-fuels, tracking the journey of plastic bags, grading the US on its climate policies, to experiencing the beauty of our national parks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Playback 2023 18.12.2023 37Min.

We're looking back at the year's top stories. Playback 2023 is hosted by ABC's Cheri Preston and Alex Stone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's Eat - Thanksgiving 2023 22.11.2023 1Std. 40Min.

This Thanksgiving, ABC News Radio presents “Let’s Eat.” Correspondent Daria Albinger hosts this special tour of food and drink places near and far. We’ll introduce you to a few restaurants claiming to be the “longest continuously operating” eatery in the country. We’ll peel back the lid on the tantalizing world of tinned fish, visit California’s 14-thousand-acre Rancho San Julian, and we’ll step into the kitchen with an award-winning pastry chef who promises “anyone” can make delicious desserts. We’ll also take a trip to the UK to toast a frothy brew that’s working to save the planet, and we’ll check in with World Central Kitchen as they work to serve hot meals to those in war zones and recovering from natural disasters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Latin Music Revolution: A Soul of a Nation Presentation 29.09.2023 44Min.

In honor of Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, ABC News has produced this special for the Emmy® Award-winning series, “Soul of a Nation.” This program explores the massive popularity of global Latin music and the young stars who are taking the industry by storm with chart-topping songs and record-breaking sales. It features interviews with Colombian artist Karol G, whose new album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 this year, making it the first Spanish-language album by a woman to do so; reggaeton and Latin trap artist Nicky Jam; Afro-Colombian singer and rapper Goyo; Mexican Latin pop group RBD; Dominican American Afro-Latina singer Amara “La Negra”; legendary singer Linda Ronstadt; and singer/percussionist Sheila E. and her father Pete Escovedo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's Next? Life & Tech 01.09.2023 1Std. 41Min.

Silicon Valley behemoths and tiny startups alike are all vying to create the next iPhone, the next Facebook, the next Big Thing. We will unpack the recent explosion of artificial intelligence, check in on the world of EV's, look at tech’s changing role in entertainment and sports, its impact on our health … and beyond. After all, the next big thing may lie among the stars. Join us for “What’s Next? Life & Tech,” hosted by ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scenes from an Arraignment 04.08.2023 17Min.

Former President Donald Trump appeared in a Washington DC federal court on August 3, 2023, to be arraigned on four counts related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election that culminated with the January 6th riot at the Capitol. ABC’s Steven Portnoy had a close-up seat to the brief but historic proceeding. No audio was allowed out of the court, but Steven was able to send a steady stream of information as it happened to ABC’s Alex Stone, who relayed it live during coverage of Mr. Trump’s appearance and not guilty plea. Here are highlights from ABC News Radio’s coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Press Play 2023 30.06.2023 1Std. 41Min.

This July 4th weekend, ABC News Radio is pressing play on all the things that entertain us and excite us. Host Jason Nathanson and the radio team are hitting the road to bring us some big thrills and learn some new skills. We will wake up way too early for a round of speed golf, then grab a nap before testing our wits on trivia night. We’ll travel to London to meet a brew master who’s crafting suds to suit Yankee tastes and we’ll hear from a new generation of players discovering an ancient game. We’ll also unpack the rising popularity of pickleball and head to Dallas, Texas, for an epic video game championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America Remembers - Memorial Day 2023 27.05.2023 1Std. 5Min.

America Remembers pays tribute to America’s heroes. The special features Iraq and Afghanistan veterans still struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including combat veteran Steven Padilla, who battles with PTSD after a roadside bomb hit his convoy. The program also highlights gold star family members who have lost loved ones during their time of service and discusses how they are moving through their grief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Uvalde 365 - A Year in the Community 24.05.2023 34Min.

It's been one year since tragedy struck Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. ABC's Uvalde 365 team has been there, on ground since May 24th, 2022, when a gunman entered the school and killed 19 students and 2 teachers. In this ABC News special, we'll hear from that team of reporters and producers, as well as from survivors and families of the victims. We'll also look at the response by law enforcement and learn how the community is moving forward in the shadow of tragedy. Uvalde 365 is presented by correspondent Michelle Franzen, and produced by Treavor Hastings in collaboration with the ABC News investigative team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remembering Barbara Walters 31.12.2022 41Min.

Barbara Walters, the trailblazing television news broadcaster and longtime ABC News anchor and correspondent who shattered the glass ceiling and became a dominant force in an industry once dominated by men, has died. She was 93. In this ABC News special, Aaron Katersky reports on Walters' life and career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices