State of the Union

Jake Tapper, Dana Bash

Booking Overview

A weekly national political news interview program focused on U.S. government, public policy, Washington, and global affairs, it typically features senior elected officials, administration leaders, and prominent policy newsmakers. Credible pitches include cabinet-level officials, ambassadors, members of Congress, former national leaders, and highly recognized experts with direct authority on major policy issues; booking is very difficult because the show prioritizes high-profile newsmakers.

Metrics

Episodes: 430

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 23.0M followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcasts@cnn.com

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Host

Jake Tapper - CNN anchor and chief Washington correspondent known for covering U.S. politics, government, and national affairs.

Dana Bash - CNN chief political correspondent and anchor known for covering elections, Congress, and national politics.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:

Senior elected officials, cabinet-level or administration officials, ambassadors, former national leaders, and highly recognized policy experts with direct authority over major political or policy issues

Required Achievements:

Holding national elected or appointed office, Leading major government agencies or policy initiatives, Serving as an ambassador or senior administration official, Authoritative expertise on major national or international policy issues

Recent Guest Discussions

Mike Waltz - Global Tensions, International Alliances, Artificial Intelligence Agreements, Trade, And The Trump Administration’s Foreign Policy

Kevin Hassett - Artificial Intelligence Regulation, Inflation, Energy Prices, Economic Policy, And The U.s. Economy

Ro Khanna - Immigration, Technology Policy, And National Political Issues

Tom Homan - Immigration Policy, Border Security, And Technology Challenges

Linda McMahon - Artificial Intelligence In Education, Schools, And Education Policy

Recent Topics

Politics, Public Policy, Foreign Policy, Immigration, Government

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

State of the Union

Election Heat: Diesel, Debates, and Diplomacy

October 18, 2026

Get the latest scoop on tight Senate races and candid interviews with candidates as the midterms heat up. Featuring Dana Bash with insights from Michigan and Maine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crossroads: The Impact of ICE and AI in Today's World

October 11, 2026

Join Jake Tapper in Washington for a powerful discussion on the state of the union, from ICE controversies to AI's looming impact. Special guests include Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and Bill Gates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Presidential Polls and Controversies: The Economy Under Scrutiny

October 04, 2026

From Trump's economic policies to the unfolding Cornell scandal, our latest discussion delves deep into the stories shaping the nation. Don't miss these crucial conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for

State of the Union

How do I get in touch with State of the Union?

State of the Union is hosted by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@cnn.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for State of the Union?

The publicly listed email for State of the Union: podcasts@cnn.com.

How many listeners does State of the Union have?

Podseeker estimates State of the Union reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for State of the Union?

State of the Union typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Senior elected officials, cabinet-level or administration officials, ambassadors, former national leaders, and highly recognized policy experts with direct authority over major political or policy issues. Common among recent guests: Holding national elected or appointed office; Leading major government agencies or policy initiatives; Serving as an ambassador or senior administration official. Recent guests include Mike Waltz, Kevin Hassett, and Ro Khanna.

How hard is it to get booked on State of the Union?

Very high. It mostly books well-known names.

What topics does State of the Union cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Public Policy, Foreign Policy, Immigration, and Government. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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