The Excerpt
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<p>Get context, not just headlines. Every weekday The Excerpt brings USA TODAY's award-winning journalists from across the nation together to unpack America's most pressing stories — from politics and culture to sports and entertainment — with host Dana Taylor.</p>
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Recent Episodes
September 22, 2026
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear discusses his faith and a potential 2028 presidential run with USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page in this interview.
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National correspondent Ken Alltucker interviews guests about new research on healthcare access and why women often feel unheard by doctors.
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<p>Get context, not just headlines. Every weekday The Excerpt brings USA TODAY's award-winning journalists from across the nation together to unpack America's most pressing stories — from politics and culture to sports and entertainment — with host Dana Taylor.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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