The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper

Anderson Cooper

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Booking Overview

A CNN-produced long-form narrative and interview series focused on investigative reporting, public affairs, and character-driven stories, with external guests typically consisting of high-profile public figures, political leaders, and people central to major news events. Agencies could credibly pitch senior government officials, policy experts, investigative subjects, and notable individuals with compelling firsthand experience, but booking is difficult because the format is highly selective and editorially driven.

Metrics

Episodes: 80

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

Instagram: 23.0M followers

Contact Information

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Host

Anderson Cooper - Award-winning journalist and CNN anchor known for extensive reporting on major national and international events, politics, disasters, and investigative stories.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Senior public officials, prominent political figures, recognized subject-matter experts, and individuals with direct involvement in consequential news events or compelling personal stories.
Required Achievements:  
Elected office or senior public leadership, Major involvement in significant public events or investigations, Established expertise or notable firsthand experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Ben Sasse - Mortality, Terminal Illness, Faith, Love, And Reflections On Life.

Recent Topics

Investigations, Politics, Public Affairs, Social Issues, Human Interest

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper
:

The Left Insurgency

August 03, 2026

Donie O'Sullivan examines the growing influence of the Democratic Party's progressive movement, from grassroots activists to digital creators, and whether its rise is the party's greatest strength or greatest risk as the midterms approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Sasse Is Going Home: Lessons on Life and Death

July 27, 2026

Jake Tapper speaks with former Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse, who is living with a terminal cancer diagnosis at the age of 54. Their decade-long history informs a deeply personal conversation on life, faith, and love in the face of mortality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

UFC at the White House

June 08, 2026

As the UFC prepares for a historic fight at the White House, Sara Sidner examines its rise from controversy to a powerful political force, offering an inside look at the decades-long relationship between the UFC and President Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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