NPR News: 01-11-2026 3PM EST

January 11, 2026

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The Format: A fast-paced news roundup from the NPR Politics Podcast, delivering bite-sized reports on global and domestic headlines rather than deep interviews or banter.
The Key Players:
- Dan Ronald: Anchor introducing segments from NPR News in Washington.
- Reporters: Jackie Northam (Iran), Andrew Schneider (Texas schools), Michael Kaloki (Somaliland/China), Dan Ronan (Grateful Dead obituary)—seasoned NPR correspondents providing on-the-ground context.
The Vibe: Educational and urgent, with a neutral journalistic tone focused on facts amid international tensions, U.S. politics, and cultural news; low on drama but high on global stakes.

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1 (00:00) **Iran Protests and International Warnings**
2 (01:28) **Venezuela: Maduro's Removal and US Politics**
3 (02:23) **Texas School Prayer Mandate Opposition**
4 (03:24) **Somaliland Independence and China-Taiwan Tensions**
5 (04:21) **Death of Grateful Dead Guitarist Bob Weir**

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