Best Blaze Performance Podcasts (2025)

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At least 27 people are dead in Texas floods as the search continues for the many missing 0:47

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports at least 27 people are dead in Texas floods as the search continues for the many missing.By The Associated Press

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Israeli airstrikes kill 14 Palestinians in Gaza and another 10 die seeking food 0:53

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on how some Palestinians are receiving the latest ceasefire proposal.By The Associated Press

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China's first Legoland opens to visitors in Shanghai 0:54

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on a new Legoland resort in Shanghai, China.By The Associated Press

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Desperate search for two dozen missing girls from summer camp after Texas floods kill at least 24 0:53

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AP correspondent Julie Walker reports on a desperate search for two dozen missing girls from summer camp after Texas floods kill at least 24.By The Associated Press

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On this week's AP Religion Minute, Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies, and the Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate. 0:58

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On this week's AP Religion Minute, Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies, and the Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate. AP Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.By The Associated Press

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Hamas says it has given a 'positive' response to the latest ceasefire proposal in Gaza 0:52

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AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports Hamas says it has responded to the White House's latest Gaza ceasefire proposal.By The Associated Press

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LL Cool J says he won't perform at Philadelphia's July Fourth festival in support of workers strike 0:41

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a popular rapper's decision to not play at a Philadelphia July Fourth festival.By The Associated Press

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Death and destruction overtake Texas Hill Country in the wake of severe flash flooding 1:05

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on devastating flooding in Texas.By The Associated Press

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Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut reclaims title in Famous hot dog eating contest, wins 17th Mustard Belt 0:57

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Gethin Coolbaugh, correspondent, with Joey Chestnut, Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest winner. SOUND COURTESY: ESPNBy The Associated Press

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Multiple deaths reported in Texas, rescue efforts underway as flash flooding threatens communities 0:43

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on deadly storms across the country.By The Associated Press

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Scientists transplant crossbred corals to help save Miami's reefs from climate change 1:00

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AP correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports corals from the Caribbean are teaming up with Florida’s reefs to fight agasint climate change.By The Associated Press

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Want to take a dip in Paris? River Seine reopens to public swimming for first time in a century 0:57

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on new plans for Paris' river Seine.By The Associated Press

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On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies, and the Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate. 2:04

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On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies, and the Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate. AP Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.By The Associated Press

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Veterans and civilians bond over beers and bluegrass at Nashville's American Legion Post 82 0:55

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Veterans and civilians bond over bluegrass and beers at an American Legion post in Nashville. AP correspondent Jennifer King has more.By The Associated Press

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Russia becomes the first country to formally recognize Taliban's latest rule in Afghanistan 0:42

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Russia is the first country to recognize Afghanistan's Taliban government. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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At least 25 people injured in Rome when gas station explodes 0:58

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on an explosion at a gas station in Rome.By The Associated Press

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A strike by air traffic controllers is disrupting travel to, from and over France 0:49

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on chaos at French airports following a strike by French air traffic controllers.By The Associated Press

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Rural hospitals brace for financial hits or even closure under Republicans' $1 trillion Medicaid cut 0:50

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on the fear rural hospitals have, with President Donald Trump's Medicare cuts.By The Associated Press

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Trump kicks off a yearlong celebration of America's 250th anniversary in Iowa 0:59

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President Trump kicked off America's 250th anniversary in Iowa - and celebrated himself after Congress approved a package of tax and spending legislation. AP correspondent Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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The latest international headlines 0:59

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Israeli strikes and shootings kill dozens more in Gaza on Friday; overnight Russian strikes in Ukraine target its capital; French air traffic controllers go on strike.By The Associated Press

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UN records 613 killings in Gaza near humanitarian convoys or aid distribution points run by US group 0:46

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on more Israeli strikes and shootings in Gaza on Friday.By The Associated Press

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US expands militarized zones to 1/3 of southern border, stirring controversy 1:04

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Much of the U.S. - Mexico border is becoming a military restricted area, after President Donald Trump earlier this year declared the border a national emergency. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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Strikes kill 94 Palestinians in Gaza, including 45 people waiting for aid, authorities say 0:52

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on more Israeli strikes and shootings in Gaza.By The Associated Press

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Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of independence with a UFC fight at the White House 0:52

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Donald Trump is hoping to celebrate America’s 250th with a fight. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Oregon jury convicts former NBA player Ben McLemore of raping incapacitated woman at team party 0:35

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A former top ten NBA draft pick has been found guilty of rape. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Russia hammers Kyiv in largest missile and drone barrage since war in Ukraine began 0:46

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AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine.By The Associated Press

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The House gives final approval to Trump's big tax bill in a milestone for his second-term agenda 0:53

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AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports Republicans overcame multiple setbacks to approve President Trump's signature second-term policy package.By The Associated Press

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The latest in sports 0:56

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Novak Djokovic makes Wimbledon history, the Blue Jays sweep reeling Yankees for first place in AL East, a major league pitcher is suspended amid a gambling inquiry, an ex-NBA player is found guilty of rape, a famous boxer is arrested and deported by ICE and a hot start at the John Deere Classic. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports…

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What to know about buying electric vehicles after the federal tax incentives end 0:40

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on how EV buyers are being affected by the passage of the Tax bill.By The Associated Press

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EPA puts on leave 139 employees who spoke out against policies under Trump 0:48

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AP correspondent Mike Hempen reports the Environmental Protection Agency has put some employees on leave.By The Associated Press

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Michael Madsen, 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill' star, dies at 67 0:58

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AP corresppondent Mike Hempen reports actor Michael Madsen has died.By The Associated Press

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Putin and Trump discuss Iran and Ukraine in phone call, Kremlin official says 0:49

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a phone call between President Trump and Russia's Vladimir PutinBy The Associated Press

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The House gives final approval to Trump's big tax bill and sends it to him to sign 1:01

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the House has passed President Trump's big tax and spending cuts package.By The Associated Press

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Guardians' Luis Ortiz placed on leave by MLB amid gambling investigation, AP sources say 0:32

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A major league pitcher has been placed on leave amid a gambling investigation. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. was arrested and will be deported, federal officials say 0:35

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A famed Mexican boxer has been arrested for overstaying his visa. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.By The Associated Press

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Chicago aquarium says beluga whale makes history by surviving general anesthesia 0:44

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a medical first for a Beluga whale. ((SOUND COURTESY: Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez))By The Associated Press

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Hakeem Jeffries took his 'sweet time' holding the floor to delay Trump's tax bill 1:01

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries giving the longest floor speech in House history.By The Associated Press

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California's largest blaze explodes in size as dry, hot weather raises wildfire risk statewide 0:40

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on a wildfire threat in California.By The Associated Press

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Strikes kill 94 Palestinians in Gaza, including 45 people waiting for aid, authorities say 0:51

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that scores of people were killed Wednesday night into Thursday morning in Gaza.By The Associated Press

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Drive-by shooting kills 4 and wounds 14 others after a party at a Chicago restaurant 0:44

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AP correspondent Jennifer King reports on a shooting outside a crowded Chicago night spot.By The Associated Press

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Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother were killed in a car accident in Spain, police say 0:43

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports soccer player Diogo Jota and his brother have been killed in a car accident in Spain.By The Associated Press

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Some education grants in limbo were used for ‘leftwing agenda,’ Trump administration says 0:45

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AP correspndent Marcela Sanchez reports some school programs are in limbo after a recent U.S. government decision.By The Associated Press

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US stocks tick higher and yields leap as Wall Street sees little chance for a July rate cut 0:41

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U.S. stocks tick higher after a stronger-than-expected job market report.By The Associated Press

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The economy isn't stopping many Americans from traveling for July 4 0:51

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The economy isn't keeping Americans away from traveling for the July 4 holiday. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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Supreme Court will take up a new case about which school sports teams transgender students can join 0:51

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The legal battle over transgender athletes in girls sports will go before the Supreme Court. The AP's Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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US employers added a surprising 147,000 jobs last month despite uncertainty over economic policy 0:52

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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a surprising jobs gain last month.By The Associated Press

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US contractors say their colleagues are firing live ammo as Palestinians seek food in Gaza 0:39

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports U.S. contractors say their colleagues are firing live ammo as Palestinians seeking food in Gaza.By The Associated Press

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Skydiving plane goes off New Jersey runway and crashes into woods, sending 15 to hospital 0:41

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A skydiving plane crashed after takeoff but everyone aboard survived. The AP's Jennifer King reports.By The Associated Press

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Amnesty International says Israel and aid system use starvation to commit Gaza genocide 0:42

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Amnesty International is accusing a Gaza food aid group of genocide. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.By The Associated Press

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The latest international news headlines 0:57

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on a ferry tragedy in Indonesian waters; and fresh news from the Mideast, where dozens of Palestinians die, many while hunting for aid; and according to accounts and videos obtained by The AP American contractors, guarding aid distribution sites in Gaza, are using live ammunition and stun grenades.…