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The Report

The Epoch Timeswww.theepochtimes.com
"The Report" gives you insight into America’s most significant topics—from President Donald Trump’s executive orders to the economy and beyond—narrated daily by The Epoch Times newsroom.
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Episodes

One Minute of Familiar Nature Sounds Can Boost Your Mood

New research shows that listening to local natural birdsong can improve mood and reduce stress more effectively than recordings from distant places. Read the original report here . Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport...

May 01, 20266 minSeason 1Ep. 197

The Farmers Who Declined a $26 Million Data Center Bid For Their Land

Cloaked in nondisclosure agreements, companies are wooing cash-strapped rural counties to build massive data centers nationwide. In this story we look at one such data center slated for Mason County, Kentucky. Read the original report here . Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport...

Apr 30, 202611 minSeason 1Ep. 196

7 Takeaways From RFK Jr.’s Appearances Before Congress

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has done a blitz of Congressional hearings. Here are 7 of our takeaways from those hearings. Read the original report here . Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

Apr 29, 202613 minSeason 1Ep. 195

Amid Sky-High Concert Tickets, Tribute Bands See Boom

Tribute bands say they love making a living as musicians while meeting demand for music by artists whose ticket prices put them out of reach for many fans. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 28, 20269 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Inside the Competitions That Prepare the Army’s Infantry for Future Fights

Fort Benning hosted the Army’s Infantry Week, with five competitions to test strength, teamwork, and technical proficiency across ground combat disciplines. The Epoch Times got a peak at what it takes to be an infantryman in 2026. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 27, 202610 minSeason 1Ep. 193

Heart Attack Survivors May Safely Stop Beta-Blockers After One Year: Study

A major study found that stable heart attack survivors who stopped taking beta-blockers fared no worse than those who continued. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 24, 20267 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Following Paul Revere’s Revolutionary Ride

People along the famous route from Boston to Lexington, said the 250th anniversary of America will be ‘extra special.’ Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey

Apr 23, 202610 minSeason 1Ep. 191

Plan to Cull All Deer on a California Island Is Dividing Conservationists

An unlikely coalition to spare an isolated herd of mule deer on Santa Catalina Island gains momentum as groups band together to oppose culling the deer. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 22, 202612 minSeason 1Ep. 190

The Push to Make Kids Read Books Again

As reading and overall test scores go down, there’s a push to get students to read more books in schools. Model legislation aims to make book reading a part of schools’ curriculum by law. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 21, 202610 minSeason 1Ep. 189

Social Media’s Addictive Features on Trial

Another bellwether case in California state court is looking at whether tech giants can be held liable for harms caused by their platforms’ addictive features to children. Read the original report here. Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 20, 202612 minSeason 1Ep. 188

When One Medication Turns into Many—and How to Prevent It

One drug can lead to another. Doctors call it a prescribing cascade—and it often begins in predictable moments. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey

Apr 17, 20268 minSeason 1Ep. 187

The Little-Known Program That Benefits Large Health Care Systems

The 340B Drug Pricing Program was started to help safety-net providers, yet it fueled health system consolidation. Some lawmakers want to see it reformed. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 16, 202612 minSeason 1Ep. 186

From Wall Street to Washington: Frank Bisignano Brings Business Experience to IRS

Frank Bisignano, recognized for his successful business turnarounds, is now leading major modernization efforts at Social Security and the IRS. Read the original report here . Help shape the future of The Epoch Times Podcast Network by filling in this short survey: www.tinyurl.com/etpodcastsurvey...

Apr 15, 202610 minSeason 1Ep. 185

Murder and Mayhem: A Look at ICE’s ‘Worst of the Worst’ Arrests

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) says it’s going after illegal aliens who have committed violent crimes. Here are five such perpetrators who are in federal custody. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Apr 13, 202611 minSeason 1Ep. 183

The Surprising Benefits of Puttering

Leisurely activities like watering plants can send a special signal to your nervous system. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Apr 10, 20265 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Facing a Threat More Deadly Than Fire

Three Phoenix firefighters turned tragedy into innovation after colleagues died from cancer. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Apr 09, 20266 minSeason 1Ep. 181

Audits Spotlight Unusual Trends in Medicaid Spending for Autism Care

Spending on autism therapy services is dramatically outpacing overall Medicaid spending, prompting state and federal scrutiny. In this report we look at four states where autism spending has raised alarm bells. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Apr 08, 202613 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Why Homeownership Is Increasingly Elusive for Young People

Home buyers in the 1960s could expect to buy a home for twice their yearly income. Today’s homebuyers are often advised to look at houses three to five times their annual income. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Apr 07, 20269 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Iran War Reveals How Drones Are Changing the Battlefield

A strike from a single Iranian one-way attack drone was the deadliest episode for U.S. forces since the start of hostilities with Iran. As drones feature prominently in the wars in Iran and Ukraine, countries are rethinking how warfare in the 21st century is fought. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Apr 06, 20269 minSeason 1Ep. 178

71 Percent of Baby Foods Are Ultra-Processed, Study Finds

A new study found that baby foods in the United States contain additives linked to gut disruption, ADHD, and obesity. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Apr 04, 20265 minSeason 1Ep. 177

US Natural Gas Market Shielded From Global Price Shocks During Iran War

Analysts say East Asia could see hikes in energy costs after an Iranian strike wrecked Qatari LNG infrastructure that met 20 percent of the world’s demand. North America, however, will likely not be affected, at least in the near term. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Apr 02, 202611 minSeason 1Ep. 176

AI Insiders Warn of Dangers of ‘Emergent Strategic Behavior’

Is AI deliberately deceptive? When it comes to subversive behavior by AI models, that’s beside the point, researchers say. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Mar 31, 202610 minSeason 1Ep. 174

US Has a New Ally in Latin America—Here’s Why It Matters

Chilean President José Antonio Kast’s election signals new opportunities for deeper security cooperation, analysts say. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Mar 30, 202611 minSeason 1Ep. 173

ADHD May Not Be a Disorder After All

Some experts argue modern classrooms and rigid expectations could be a mismatch for the way some brains are wired. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Mar 27, 20268 minSeason 1Ep. 172

China Sets Its Lowest Growth Target in Decades—Here’s Why

The new target reflects a manipulation of expectations and face saving for the regime, according to analysts. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Mar 26, 20268 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Over 6,200 Missing Children Located, FBI Says

The FBI says it has been able to find 6,200 missing children last year, a 30% increase from the year before. Read the original report here . Want to support independent journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com

Mar 25, 20266 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Texas Case Could Clear Way for More Lawsuits Over Transgender Surgeries

The statute of limitations has emerged as a significant obstacle for lawsuits from detransitioners such as Soren Aldaco. She hopes to sue the therapist who recommended she get a double mastectomy. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Mar 24, 20269 minSeason 1Ep. 169

How the US Can Adjust to Middle East Oil Disruptions

Global oil prices have been going up and down since the war in the Middle East began. As a result, energy markets could experience significant shifts in global production and distribution in the long term, experts say. Read the original report here . Want to support independent Journalism? Consider subscribing to The Epoch Times. Go to theepochtimes.com...

Mar 23, 202613 minSeason 1Ep. 168
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