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Every day, host Jenn White convenes a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. With a name inspired by the 1st amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide th

e country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A’s goal is to act as a national mirror—taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

1A is produced at WAMU 88.5, and distributed by NPR.

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The bishop moved the hearts of millions. And angered many others.

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The incumbent won the election by 734 votes. Her lead has held after two recounts.

For Dry January, we talk about the benefits of dating and intimacy without drinking.
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For Dry January, we talk about the benefits of dating and intimacy without drinking.

At what point does alcohol hinder our ability to make true romantic connections?

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Trump takes office. Hegseth's bid for defense takes a hit.

Masterfully-built furniture requires a master builder.
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Masterfully-built furniture requires a master builder.

It provides the sturdy material for our most crucial furniture and it can last generations.

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Musk, Bezos, and Zuck are cozying up.

We're live, taking your calls about the federal workforce. Our number is (855) 236-1212.Do you have questions about what...
01/23/2025

We're live, taking your calls about the federal workforce. Our number is (855) 236-1212.

Do you have questions about what people who work for the government do? Do you work for the government and have thoughts about the future? Call in and let us know.

Join us for a special call-in show, airing at 8 p.m. EST on Jan. 22 hosted by 1A's Todd Zwillich.

How are couples making this work? And what can we learn about embracing more nontraditional dating and relationship styl...
01/22/2025

How are couples making this work? And what can we learn about embracing more nontraditional dating and relationship styles?

Does distance really make the heart grow fonder?

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01/22/2025

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He's looking to make good on some campaign promises.

A lot has changed in America during the last four years. We took your calls about how you're feeling about the next four...
01/21/2025

A lot has changed in America during the last four years. We took your calls about how you're feeling about the next four years.

A lot has changed in the United States since the last presidential inauguration in January of 2021.Four years ago, the world was managing a global pandemic, the U.S. was coming to terms with an insurrection on our democracy, and Donald Trump was on his way out of the White House.In just a few hours,...

It's once again time for our listener-suggested series! Your ideas, our airwaves. (Just a little later in the year than ...
01/21/2025

It's once again time for our listener-suggested series! Your ideas, our airwaves. (Just a little later in the year than normal.)

Drop your idea for a show in the comments below and, who knows, it could wind up on 1A!

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01/21/2025

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"With these actions, we will begin the complete restoration of America and the revolution of common sense."

Music helps to define national identity. What track, song, or symphony speaks to you at this moment in American history?
01/20/2025

Music helps to define national identity.

What track, song, or symphony speaks to you at this moment in American history?

What track, song or symphony speaks to you at this moment in American history?

Tune in this Wednesday at 8 pm EST for a special call-in program! We want to hear from you about the federal government ...
01/20/2025

Tune in this Wednesday at 8 pm EST for a special call-in program! We want to hear from you about the federal government and the people who make it run.

When the time comes, ring us at (855) 236-1212. What changes to the federal government do you want to see? What questions do you have about the people who keep its programs and offices running?

Join us for a special call-in show, airing at 8 p.m. EST on Jan. 22 hosted by 1A's Todd Zwillich.

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01/20/2025

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A lot has changed in the United States since the last presidential inauguration in January of 2021.

Donald Trump's administration promises a lot of changes for the country. What changes are in store for the people who wo...
01/19/2025

Donald Trump's administration promises a lot of changes for the country. What changes are in store for the people who work for the country?

President-elect Donald Trump says federal workers' jobs are on the chopping block under his incoming administration, citing waste and promising to "dismantle government bureaucracy."The more than 2 million government workers across the country – at least 80 percent of whom are located outside DC ....

Who's watching over our trillion-dollar defense budget? And who's making sure those programs that help veterans are work...
01/19/2025

Who's watching over our trillion-dollar defense budget? And who's making sure those programs that help veterans are working?

Few Americans familiar with the federal government are unaware of the Department of Defense. The DOD is one of our largest agencies with a budget of $2 trillion dollars. That's roughly 16 percent of the entire federal budget. And few veterans are unaware of the Department of Veterans Affairs, also c...

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1A from WAMU and NPR is a show for a changing America. Every day, we convene a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. With a name inspired by the 1st amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A’s goal is to act as a national mirror—taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be. 1A is produced at WAMU 88.5, and distributed by NPR.