The daily news podcast Start Here from ABC News has reached a major milestone: its 2,000th episode on December 1, 2025. Since launching in March 2018, the show — hosted by Brad Mielke — has offered listeners a concise, 20‑minute breakdown of the day’s top stories and become a trusted source for many.
Why the milestone matters
Reaching 2,000 episodes in under eight years shows remarkable consistency and stamina in a crowded podcast landscape. Over that time, Start Here has covered major global events — from elections and public‑health crises to environmental disasters — and delivered them in digestible, trustworthy format.
This kind of consistency builds listener loyalty and brand credibility. As with a successful long‑form podcast that milestones might highlight (for example, reflections after thousands of episodes) creators get a chance to reaffirm their value and mission.
What makes Start Here stand out
- Daily cadence with brevity and clarity — Listeners can stay informed without getting overwhelmed. Episodes drop every weekday morning across all major podcast platforms.
- Editorial reliability — As part of ABC News’ audio network, Start Here draws on experienced journalists and correspondents, delivering original reporting rather than recycled headlines.
- Adaptability & relevance — Whether it’s national politics, global crises or social issues, the podcast keeps pace with what’s happening — offering listeners timely insight in a format that fits busy lives.
What this milestone teaches podcasters and content creators
For anyone producing content — whether a daily news show like Start Here or a specialized podcast on niche topics — hitting 2,000 episodes underscores the power of consistency, clarity, and cadence. At PodcastVideos.com, we’ve seen how regular publishing schedules and thoughtful content planning help creators build and sustain audiences long‑term.
Whether you’re a news‑focused podcast or building a business around episodic content, milestones like this show that volume + quality = longevity.
As Start Here continues into its next stretch, it’s a useful case study: reliable content, delivered consistently, can earn trust — and stay relevant across years of changing news cycles.
