NPR News Now
by NPR
Is this your podcast?NPR, or National Public Radio, is a renowned nonprofit media organization in the United States, recognized for its in-depth journalism and diverse programming that covers a wide array of topics, from politics to culture. The organization is…
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Audience Interest
- current events
- breaking news
Podcast Focus
- latest news in five minutes
- hourly updates
Publishing Consistency
- active for two years
- weekly or more episodes
Platform Reach
- available on NPR platforms
- potentially on major podcast apps
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 36 chart positions in 36 markets.
By chart position
- 🇺🇸US · Daily News#41M to 3M
- 🇨🇦CA · Daily News#16300K to 1M
- 🇦🇺AU · Daily News#31100K to 300K
- 🇩🇪DE · Daily News#43100K to 300K
- 🇰🇷KR · Daily News#8100K to 300K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
790K to 2.4M🎙 Daily cadence·4 episodes·Last published today - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
2.6M to 8.1M🇺🇸37%🇨🇦12%🇦🇺4%+33 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
790K to 2.4M140K real followers tracked across platforms
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NPR News: 07-29-2026 1PM EDT
Jul 29, 2026
4m 40s
NPR News: 07-29-2026 12PM EDT
Jul 29, 2026
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NPR News: 07-29-2026 11AM EDT
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NPR News: 07-22-2026 12AM EDT
Jul 22, 2026
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NPR News: 07-21-2026 11PM EDT
Jul 22, 2026
4m 40s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 7/29/26 | NPR News: 07-29-2026 1PM EDT | NPR News: 07-29-2026 1PM EDTSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy | 4m 40s | ||||||
| 7/29/26 | NPR News: 07-29-2026 12PM EDT | NPR News: 07-29-2026 12PM EDTSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy | 4m 40s | ||||||
| 7/29/26 | NPR News: 07-29-2026 11AM EDT | NPR News: 07-29-2026 11AM EDTSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy | 4m 40s | ||||||
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
NPR, or National Public Radio, is a renowned nonprofit media organization in the United States, recognized for its in-depth journalism and diverse programming that covers a wide array of topics, from politics to culture. The organization is committed to providing accurate and unbiased news, making it a trusted source for millions of listeners. "NPR News Now" offers a unique format by delivering the latest news in just five minutes, updated hourly. This concise approach allows listeners to stay informed quickly, making it ideal for busy individuals seeking timely updates without the depth of traditional news programs. Its focus on current events and breaking news positions it as a go-to resource for daily information. With an estimated audience ranging from 2.5 million to 7.8 million listeners, "NPR News Now" attracts those who value succinct, reliable news coverage. By subscribing to NPR News Now+, listeners can enjoy uninterrupted access to content, enhancing their listening experience and supporting NPR's commitment to quality journalism.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 140K
- Total plays: 13M
- Total reviews: 14K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 325
Castbox
- Followers: 2.4K
- Plays: 1.1M
- Reviews: 11
YouTube
- Subscribers: 123K
- Views: 11M
- Videos: 2.2K
Podcast App
- Followers: 15K
- Reviews: 14K
Audience
kids, general
Key insights
What the show covers
- latest news in five minutes
- hourly updates
- NPR reporting
- concise news delivery
Audience interests
- current events
- breaking news
- short news updates
- daily news summaries
Platform reach
- available on NPR platforms
- potentially on major podcast apps
- no specific platforms detected
- unknown follower count
Publishing consistency
- active for two years
- weekly or more episodes
- regular updates
- consistent news coverage
Chart history for NPR News Now
Peaked at #3 in TW, top 10 in 13 of 50 tracked markets, currently #3 in TW.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TW | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| TH | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| VN | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| United States | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| HK | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| SA | — | #7 | #7 | — |
| South Korea | — | #8 | #8 | — |
| IL | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| TW | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| TH | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| MY | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| SA | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| HK | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| Japan | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| United States | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| VN | — | #12 | #12 | — |
| India | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| KE | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| Canada | — | #16 | #16 | — |
| South Korea | — | #16 | #16 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 36 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 36 markets.