I like this show for what it is, I think they should focus more on journalism and news rather than developing radio personalities. It’s not too much thankfully so I still listen. There are other podcasts for that, please not this one. And it might be asking too much, letting the reporters (or one at least) have some sort of conservative lean so that an issue can be seen for what it is. Unfortunately, for that I might I just need to look for another podcast for my news. From my understanding, it might be better for ratings and viewership to have a bit of showmanship and stay to one side of an issue. However, I do feel the sentiment of wanting common ground and more understanding and empathy is growing so I do believe that these are valid critiques that might help the show. Wish you all the best, keep doing your best, and I’m grateful for the show. Thanks, Michelle

Just wanting to say how much I appreciate and enjoy Ayesha’s contributions to the sound of NPR. Her reporting is, as expected, top notch. But her presentation style is inviting, authentic and unique to her. It’s a pleasure to listen to her.

The only thing is how irritating it is hear Ayesha”s voice. Grating and not radio ready. Can anyone help her with her pitch and guide her into improving it? It’s like Chalk on a blackboard.

There is no other show that treats three current topics with equal measure and that also includes just enough raw, serendipitous personal interaction to make you feel like you belong to a group of friends.

“We, The Voters”, why did the reporters tone change when speaking about a group of people that feel shamed for supporting Harris but your reporters didn’t even speak the part about students not feeling comfortable sharing their support for Trump, you had an interviewee do it. You have no integrity. You just did it again on this Final Campaign Stop episode. Why do you have a reporter upbeat and optimistic when it talking about Harris but then switch to the most depressing sounding human I’ve ever heard to talk about Trumps campaign? If you can’t hire unbiased reporters, you need to hire some conservatives. Also, we don’t care to hear about whether you do your own laundry

I used listen every morning while on my commute, and it used to be quite informative with discourse on the most salient of the day. The coverage of the Israel-hamas war has been appallingly biased towards Palestine, and I’ve had to take a break from the complete one sided coverage

I might be insane but since the election this isn’t on my feed at all.

let ayesha talk more on saturdays

The show is a wonderful addition to my morning routine. But I can’t stand the voice of whomever does the Sunday show. It’s like chalk to my ears.

Well … it may not have been totally in vain. There are five lives that knew the risks involved. I believe should get MAJOR CREDITS for offering their lives in bringing attention to your industry for further and better explorations and continued mining progress. - s.jxn - ga

This has also been happening in the United States on the reservations there have been companies going into the forests and drilling for core samples without the knowledge of tribes.

I tried for months to listen to NPR for a broad perspective but they do not objectively report the news whatsoever. They carry water for the left wing and consistently says the right wing lies about everything. There is no nuance or objectivity too their reporting. For their stories not involving "lies" the republicans tell, or the "angels" that democrats are, they have nice stories that will broaden your understanding... But they are few and far between.

Just wow

Show is good for getting 3 top news stories, but their title is misleading, often it is not uploaded early, more like mid morning, especially on the weekend. Also as with most American news outlets, perspective is slanted toward one political side.

The bias has been so hard to ignore lately, please just report the facts. Is there an unbiased media source anywhere? This is the most objective one I can find but still not neutral.

I’ve listened to up first for several years, segments remain a decent and short listen which I enjoy in early morning. Several special segments recently have been a rather tough listen/ un listenable. I’m sure Ayesha is a great person and employee, however…for an audio based podcast I think it’s rather egregious to have her narrate these segments. Her delivery and demeanor severely effects the product and not in a good way.

After trying a bunch of others, this is my go-to every day. Update: This remains true many months later.

Ayesha unscripted is painful to listen to. She’s the least insightful and her questions are mediocre at best. She’s the main reason I’ve skipped an episode.

Please just talk about the facts. Honestly.

I listen to this show every morning but getting tired of the hypocrisy shown on the show. And it keeps getting worse with each episode.

I love this show! I always look forward to listening to The Sunday Story with my Sunday coffee!! I really appreciate your work, your dedication, intelligence and kindness! Keep up the good work! Thank you!!

Short, information is well researched. A great way to start my day off. Thankful for the podcast. GC Really look forward to getting the Podcasts. Would prefer a more mature greeting: “Hey there .....” is more tuned to greeting horses. Have my High School students to listen and write a review for extra credit. There is HOPE for future from these insightful young people. Thanks for giving my students something to learn from besides me. Dr. GC “Hey”. I don’t appreciate the silly response opening today. Normally hosts sound professional. 7/21 reminds me of 2 immature teens. Long “Heeeey “ and attempts to answer phone was unprofessional. Almost turned off but rest of podcasts was good. Dr, GC Please stop long litany of those contributing to producing show. Boring and it is their job. Takes too long to hear list. Deleted another podcast for this issue. Hopefully you can see my message and STOP repeating whom to thank. Dr. GC Still hearing long litany of helpers. Not sure if it is necessary to daily report on people doing their job. Imagine they are paid for their work? Thanks, Dr.GC Once again like podcasts but dislike long litany of people that need thanks. Waste of time to hear all people earning money with fragile egos. Do they really have to hear their names listed? Dr. GC Tired of poor speech: Yeah, I mean, like, you know etc. Lazy speech isn’t a hood example of educated, well informed people. AP students in my high school class are encouraged to sound educated in speech and writing. Poor speech is a lazy habit and can be changed. Dr. GC Ph. D. Still dislike being addressed as “ Hey.” Doesn’t seem educated. How about Good morning? Dr. GC Really like podcast but so tired of long list of staff members who are paid getting named. Maybe once a month instead of every time. Dr. GC Would it be possible to address audience as “ hello” or “ good morning” instead of “ hey”? Sounds uneducated and disrespectful. 11/9/24 Dr. GC

I can’t believe I used to be a daily listener. And that you equated the violence against Israeli soccer fans with a slur said by them. They were stabbed and had their teeth kicked out and thrown into the canals by mobs. You also fail to mention that the attackers were Islamist immigrants. What a joke. Political correctness at the expense of a truthful picture. So shameful

Hate how ghetto the host sounds. It’s tiresome and not what I want to hear on NPR, of all places.

The way that they have covered Gaza and anything remotely related to the g3n0c!d3 there is blatantly biased, I can no longer take NPR seriously.

I thought NPR was neutral. So disappointed in the coverage from 11/09/24 and the misinformation and lies they are spreading/where paid to spread. Israeli football fans created havoc in Amsterdam, they started it. Why are you defending their hatred and allowing it to seep into your organization? My donations to NPR will cease

I SHOULD NEVER HAVE TO PRESS FAST FORWARD IF I’M PAYING FOR A PODCAST stop advertising to your paid subscribers PLEASE

Trump is a strong spokesman and has advertisement skills. Bribed his way back into office! Get ready for a let down America. United States of America strong! 🇺🇸

November 7 and 8 you did not cover any news. November 8 you started by seeding doubt using a superfluous concern, and then focused on speculation of the new administration’s actions. Meanwhile the German economy is collapsing, Israeli soccer players are attacked, and there are ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Israel. You will lose listeners. You will lose ad supporters. Time to get back to your job of just broadcasting the news. Or if you want to impress your audience, be a reconciling force. You’ve been wrong for too long in your positions.

Not a whisper about misogyny and racism.

Short, simple and accurate. Up First is a great addition to your morning/day! I read a bunch of the bad reviews others left, and seems like they are just upset Up First doesn’t tell them the news opinion they WANT hear… Go figure.

I don’t often listen, but it’s a good quality show, very brief. But wow, the reviews on this are toxic nonsense on both sides.

I give five stars to Up First every morning. I often follow Up First by listening to Consider This. I fill in by listening to KZYX throughout my day. Thank you for starting your day very early to bring me important news.

The new tag line infers we may not know how to think on our own and you’ll help us do that - a bit condescending.

I hate evangelicals.

Perfect news source for those suffering with Trump Derangement Syndrome. Disappointing

Irresponsible, biased, opinion-based, and unprofessional reporting. This podcast no longer reports the news but infuses its own opinion into its stories. Where is the information gathering and journalist integrity?

I love Scott and Steve! I like the length and content! I’m a daily listener!

focuses on the negative of all situations around politics unless they are talking about the Democratic Party which they are paid to talk glowing about. If your looking for bipartisan news this is not it.

Who’s paying you to bash Trump every time ? Poor reporting and boring to the core Stay neutral and you may avoid regret at the end of your life

Very biased and pro hamas viewpoint presented here. This podcast is fully aligned with (and perhaps funded by) qatar and iran

Can you please try to pride balanced and unbiased content. I am NOT a Trump supporter and will not be voting for him BUT it is sooooo clear that these hosts only present negative news about Trump and positive news about Harris. I just want an objective news program!!!

Left-leaning but not too bad and is quick way to get the basic news. Wouldn’t use as your only news source, of course, it does its job.

Yahya Sinwar’s death did not happen as told by Hadil Alshalchi, which is something anyone with a Twitter account can tell you. Look up the Israeli coverage of his death - he did not die because a building collapsed on him. It took a tank, a missile, a drone and finally a sniper to bring about his end. All very well documented. So why lie? I know the answer, do you?

I listen to Up First every morning while I get ready. Bite sized yet very informative.

I want to love NPR, but every time I listen I feel frustrated that it is like all the rest “news reporting” so bipartisan. National public radio should be more unbiased. Just report the news. Using partisan phrasing marginalized the moderate audience, who I believe is the majority of America right now. We need straight information not more biased opinions.

Reporters give Gaza the empathy that they won't give Ohio who is also suffering from immigration issues. No on the ground reporting just recirculating far left ideas. So sad.

Too biased. You clearly do not care if “right leaning” listeners tune in to your show. However, our taxes help finance NPR, so how about facts without an agenda. You guys could and should do so much better.

Obvious liberal bias. Defund NPR! Amazing that anyone considers them reputable.

NPR has fallen so far. Your interview with Coates is the last straw for me and I’m unsubscribing after 2 decades of listening. Less than 10% of NPR listeners are black, yet the reporting staff at the organization is obsessed with spreading radical ideologies that promote tribalism. There are no registered Republicans on staff at NPR. I’m not a conservative. I’m a liberal white woman with an advanced degree, your “ideal audience”, and I know the lack of diversity in opinions is a huge problem with the reporting.