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The Lead with Jake Tapper, page 7
by CNN Podcasts · English
CNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.
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Iran’s New Supreme Leader Issues First Purported MessageThis episode covers the ongoing tensions surrounding Iran, specifically warnings from the new Supreme Leader about the Strait of Hormuz and the implications for the West amid a recent wave of…13 Mar 2026 · 1 h 44 min · 41 chapters
Israel Says It Has Begun “Large-Scale” Strikes In Beirut SuburbsIsrael Says It Has Begun “Large-Scale” Strikes In Beirut Suburbs12 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 37 chapters
Pentagon: About 140 U.S. Service Members Wounded In Iran WarIn this episode of "The Lead," Jake Tapper discusses breaking news regarding the ongoing war in Iran, including the Pentagon's report of approximately 140 U.S. service members wounded.11 Mar 2026 · 1 h 29 min · 39 chapters
Trump Speaks As U.S. Launches New Strikes On IranIn this episode, Jake Tapper discusses the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran as President Trump holds a news conference.10 Mar 2026 · 1 h 40 min · 46 chapters
New Imagery Suggests U.S. Responsible For Iran School StrikeNew Imagery Suggests U.S. Responsible For Iran School Strike7 Mar 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 34 chapters
Hegseth: Firepower Over Iran About To Surge DramaticallyFirepower Over Iran About To Surge Dramatically6 Mar 2026 · 1 h 42 min · 35 chapters
Senate Holds Initial Vote On Iran War Powers ResolutionIn this episode, Jake Tapper discusses the U.S. Senate's initial vote on the War Powers Resolution concerning military actions against Iran. The Joint Chiefs of Staff indicate that the U.S.5 Mar 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 32 chapters
Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes Strand Travelers Across Middle EastIn this episode of The Lead with Jake Tapper, the focus is on the escalating conflict involving Iran, the impact on U.S.4 Mar 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 35 chapters
War Spirals In Middle East After US And Israel Strike IranThis episode of The Lead focuses on the escalating conflict in the Middle East, primarily involving the U.S.3 Mar 2026 · 1 h 35 min · 42 chapters
Former President Clinton On Epstein: “I Did Nothing Wrong”In this episode, Jake Tapper discusses the closed-door deposition of former President Bill Clinton regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein as part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into…28 Feb 2026 · 1 h 37 min · 28 chapters
House Democrat: Bill Clinton Deposition Sets Precedent To Depose TrumpIn this episode of *The Lead*, host Jake Tapper discusses significant political developments including the deposition of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton regarding the Jeffrey Epstein…27 Feb 2026 · 1 h 38 min · 33 chapters
Democrats Bring Epstein Survivors To State Of The Union AddressDemocrats Bring Epstein Survivors To State Of The Union Address26 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 34 chapters
Poll: Most Americans Say Trump Focused On Wrong PrioritiesCNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, discusses national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports, and popular culture, often…25 Feb 2026 · 1 h 28 min · 35 chapters
Former British Ambassador To U.S. Arrested Amid Epstein ProbeIn this episode of The Lead, host Jake Tapper discusses various pressing news topics, including severe winter weather affecting millions in the U.S., a violent situation in Mexico, and the arrest of…24 Feb 2026 · 1 h 29 min · 27 chapters
WH To Take Homan’s Minneapolis Immigration Playbook NationwideIn this episode of *The Lead with Jake Tapper*, the discussions revolve around significant political developments, including President Trump's upcoming State of the Union address, immigration…21 Feb 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 25 chapters
Ex-Prince Andrew Arrested After Epstein Files RevelationsIn this episode of *The Lead with Jake Tapper*, the discussion centers around the historic arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office.20 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 32 chapters
Europe Struggles To Define What Comes After TrumpIn this episode, Jake Tapper discusses various current events, emphasizing the congressional deposition of Les Wexner regarding his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, the ongoing search for Nancy…19 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 25 chapters
Remembering Civil Rights Leader Rev. Jesse JacksonRemembering Civil Rights Leader Rev. Jesse Jackson18 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 28 chapters
DOJ Letter To Congress Lists Hundreds Of Prominent People Named In Epstein FilesIn this episode, host Jake Tapper (substituted by Dana Bash) navigates through significant updates involving high-profile cases: the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the fallout from the Epstein…17 Feb 2026 · 1 h 28 min · 38 chapters
Don Lemon Pleads Not Guilty To Charges From Church ProtestErica Hill (in for Jake Tapper)14 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 36 chapters
Sheriff: Evidence Found In Guthrie Search, “Including Gloves”The Pima County Sheriff’s Department expands the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Today anchor Savannah Guthrie, who disappeared from her Tucson home on Feb 1.13 Feb 2026 · 1 h 33 min · 41 chapters
Sheriff’s Dept: Nearly 18,000 Calls Since Guthrie DisappearedSheriff’s Dept: Nearly 18,000 Calls Since Guthrie Disappeared12 Feb 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 35 chapters
FBI: Person Appeared To Have “Tampered” With Guthrie Door CameraPerson Appeared To Have “Tampered” With Guthrie Door Camera11 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 31 chapters
Epstein Files FalloutDiscussion of the case involving Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's accomplice, and updates on the search for Nancy Guthrie, missing mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie.10 Feb 2026 · 1 h 30 min · 34 chapters