Bleep! with Ana Navarro
Ana Navarro hosts a podcast that tackles today's most pressing issues through fearless dialogue with decision-makers, political leaders, and cultural shapers. The show aims to transform fear into courage and hope by providing knowledge and perspective. It digs deeper than the headlines to empower listeners to shape the future.
Episodes
Live! Dr. Jill Biden: The Debate, Hunter & What Really Happened inside the White House
Live from Miami, Dr. Jill Biden joins Ana following the release of her new memoir, View from the East Wing, to open up about what it was really like inside the White House after Joe's debate, standing by Hunter through addiction and federal charges, and the awkward car ride to the Capitol with Melania Trump on the day they handed over the keys. Please note: this conversation was recorded live, so
Results Are Coming In and It's California's Wildest Primary Yet!
Following interviews with California Governor frontrunner Xavier Becerra and LA Mayor Karen Bass, Ana unpacks the California Primary — from the "red mirage" phenomenon to Tom Steyer's bid to buy the governorship, and what it all means for Gavin Newsom's presidential ambitions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Medical Neglect, Midterm Panic: Sarah Stillman on Detained Kids + The Latino Vote Shift
Ana breaks down Trump's plan to build a UFC arena on the White House lawn, the proposed $250 bill bearing his face, and his head-scratching endorsement of scandal-plagued Ken Paxton in Texas — a move that may have just handed Democrat James Talarico a real shot at flipping a Texas Senate seat. She also touches on new polling that shows Latino voters souring on Republicans (not just in Texas)
Mayor Karen Bass Is Not Done Standing Up for LA
Ana sits down with LA Mayor Karen Bass, who is up for reelection in the June 2 primary. Mayor Bass opens up about her journey from healthcare to local, state, and federal politics and her experience raising her Black and Mexican American daughter. Ana applauds the Mayor's boldness in standing up to ICE, and the two also tackle her reelection campaign, her plan to revitalize LA's struggling economy
Cal Gov Frontrunner Xavier Becerra: Ready to Fight
Ana kicks off her California tour with Xavier Becerra, the frontrunner in the June 2 gubernatorial primary — and he comes ready to fight. The two reminisce about their early days working together when Becerra was a young congressman and new father, and he makes his case for why he's the right person to tackle California's housing crisis and go toe-to-toe with Trump on ICE. Becerra also confr
Cuba on the Brink? Ana Breaks Down the Raul Castro Indictment
Ana breaks down Raul Castro's indictment, which stems from a 1996 incident in which Cuba shot down two planes over international airspace. While the indictment has brought joy to the Miami Cuban community, Ana examines the timing — coming amid all-time high tensions between Cuba and the US — and whether the situation in Cuba could escalate into something similar to what we saw with Mad
Unfiltered: Don Lemon & Tim Malone on the Arrest, the Firing, and What's Next
Don Lemon and Tim Malone join Ana for a candid conversation about their relationship, Don's CNN firing, his January arrest, and Don's new media venture. Then, Ana breaks down the week in Washington — from Brett Ratner's China trip to Trump's 15-foot gold-leaf "Don Colossus" statue — and yes, it's exactly as unhinged and stupid as it sounds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform
The Tragic Last Days of Kevin Gonzalez
In this special bonus episode, Ana mourns the death of Kevin Gonzalez, an 18-year-old from Chicago with terminal colon cancer. When his parents were detained by ICE in Arizona, Kevin spent nearly a month without them in his final days — and died just one day after his parents were released and reunited with him. She urges us all to share his story and remember his name when we vote.See omnys
Spilling the Florida Tea: Wiles, Bondi, Rubio + a Federal Conviction
Ana discusses Donald Trump’s dismal approval numbers before sitting down with friend, Floridian, and Axios senior politics reporter Marc Caputo. Together, they spill the tea on Susie Wiles, Pam Bondi, and Marco Rubio. They also unpack the scandal that deserves far more attention: Rubio’s longtime friend and former housemate David Rivera, recently convicted in federal court in South Flo
The WHCD Aftermath, the Ballroom & the Selective Outrage Machine
Ana digs into the aftermath of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, as online conspiracy theories run rampant and Trump's rush back to the ballroom raises serious questions. She also confronts the double standard in how violent rhetoric gets covered and gets personal about a moment that left her genuinely fearing for her safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hot Seat: Sen. Ruben Gallego on Swalwell, Iran, and Latino Voters
Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego is one of the Democratic Party's rising stars — but his friendship with the disgraced Eric Swalwell has put him on the hot seat. In this episode, he gets candid about that relationship, shares his take on Iran as an Iraq war vet, and explains what it'll take to win back Latino voters. Plus, find out why Ana is furious at Caitlyn Jenner for not supporting the tra
Bonus: Chaos at the WHCD & Where We Go from Here
In this bonus episode, Ana reacts to the shooting outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner, breaks down why some on social media are calling it staged by the Trump Administration — and why she's skeptical — then zooms out to address America's epidemic of gun violence and makes her case for gun control.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 25th Amendment: Trump, the Pope + Sleazy Politicians
This week, Ana launches a new segment—“The 25th Amendment”—where she makes the case that Donald Trump’s behavior at the White House Easter Egg Roll and his feud with the Pope raise serious questions about his conduct. She also covers the resignations of Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales, plus viral headlines involving RFK Jr. that have set the internet ablaze.See omnyst
Breaking New Ground with Florida State Rep Emily Gregory
Newly elected Florida State Representative Emily Gregory joins Ana today to discuss how the political newbie defeated a Donald Trump-endorsed opponent in a conservative district that includes Mar-a-Lago. With midterm elections just months away, the two talk about what's at stake and why it's important to stay in the fight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ana Reacts to Melania Trump's Statement
Ana has thoughts on Melania Trump’s remarks denouncing any links to Jeffrey Epstein. Why did she make this statement now? Who are Amanda Ungaro and Paolo Zampolli? Plus, will the First Lady actually do something about the victims in the Epstein Files?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Democracy at Stake + No Kings with Rep. Jamie Raskin
Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland's 8th Congressional District, joins the show to share what he's seen in the unredacted Epstein Files, what he'd do as House Judiciary Chair if Dems sweep the 2026 midterms, and why he still has hope for America. Plus, Ana has a little fun shouting out the best signs she saw at the No Kings Protest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BREAKING! Pam Bondi: Brown-Nosed and Still Got Burned
Pam Bondi is out Ana’s got tea to spill. In this special bonus episode, she breaks down why Trump turned on one of his most loyal suck-ups and traces Bondi’s transformation from the once-moderate she knew to a middle school play version of Lady Macbeth. Plus, thoughts on where Bondi lands next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dems Flip Two Seats in FL + Cory Booker the Statesman
This week, Ana is joined by Democratic Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey to talk about Iran, Cuba, and his new book, Stand, which is an urgent call to rekindle our shared American ideals. Plus, Florida Dems flip two seats and Trump’s disgraceful comments after the death of decorated veteran Robert Mueller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Voter Rights on the Chopping Block + Cesar Chavez's Fall From Grace
On this episode of Bleep! with Ana Navarro, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal joins the show to discuss the SAVE Act, a bill that could disenfranchise millions of voters. The two also dive into Trump's territorial conquests and the billions in costs its racking up. Plus, Ana unpacks Cesar Chavez's sexual abuse allegations and how the Latino community is mourning the man they thought Chavez was.See omn
Secretaries Go Wild AGAIN + Former Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro on Iran
Former Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro joins Ana to cut through the fog of the Iran war — from the U.S.-made missile strike on a girls' school to the naval mine threat in the Strait of Hormuz — and give his unvarnished take on how long this will really last. He also weighs in on Cuba and Latin America. Plus, Ana reacts to the latest misconduct from Trump's cabinet.See omnystudio.com/lis
Kristi Noem is Fired + Trump Widens His Reach
Ana unravels the latest shake up at the White House as Trump fires Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary. Plus, with Trump widening his reach across the globe to Iran - Ana brings on renowned Journalists Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos to discuss Trump's fixation on Latin America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Behind the Mastermind: Dissecting the Epstein Files
After millions of documents on Jeffery Epstein and his associates were released earlier this year, the public was left with even more questions - including why rich and powerful men have long evaded accountability. This week Ana invites Investigative Journalist Julie K. Brown, who broke the case back in 2018, to unpack the latest on the Epstein Files.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
BONUS: Tired, Old and Out of Touch: Ana Reacts to SOTU
Today’s special bonus episode is all about Trump's deflated, gameshow-esque State of the Union address. Ana shares the good, the bad and the ugly. Plus, she debunks some of Trump’s biggest lies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trump's Secretaries Go Wild + Little Marco Takes Center Stage
Maria Hinojosa, Journalist and Host of Latino USA, joins Ana this week to discuss Marco Rubio's evolution and his plans for remaking the hemisphere. Plus, Ana unpacks other outrageous behavior coming from Trump's cabinet. Listen to new episodes every Monday on iHeartRadio and YouTube. Bleep! with Ana Navarro is a Hyphenate Media Group production in partnership with iHeart’s My Cultura
How The Bleep Did I Get Here?
This week, Ana pulls back the curtain and shares her personal story. You’ll hear everything from how - and why - her family migrated to the U.S. from Nicaragua to why she choose to change her political affiliation from Republican to Democrat after Trump was elected. Listen to new episodes every Monday on iHeartRadio and YouTube. Bleep! with Ana Navarro is a Hyphenate Media Group production i
BONUS: Benito Raises the Bleepin' Bar
This week, the thing that continues to bring Ana joy is the Bad Bunny’s halftime show performance. For the first time, an artist took a back seat and chose to highlight everyday people. Tune in to hear more about why the show was significant, why it moved people and why Ana can’t stop watching it. New episodes every Monday on iHeartRadio and YouTube. Bleep! with Ana Navarro is a Hyphen
Introducing: Bleep! with Ana Navarro
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