CBS Evening News is a weekday news show that presents the day's most important issues. This is the podcast version of the CBS Evening News broadcast. Each episode surveys current events, politics, education, economics, and other newsworthy topics. With the help of other CBS correspondents, the host offers an extensive review of each topic. It includes short interviews, analysis, and expert opinions.

The CBS Evening News broadcast started in 1941 and had an array of notable hosts. They included Walter Cronkite, Dan Rather, and Katie Couric. In 2019, Norah O'Donnell became the anchor of the show. She continues the show's tradition and brings as much expertise as her predecessors. The journalist spent most of her career covering political matters. She was a Washington reporter for MSNBC and a White House correspondent for NBC. During her career with CBS, she hosted many shows, such as 60 Minutes and Person to Person. She has won multiple accolades for her reporting, including two Emmy Awards. O'Donnell is concise and compelling, offering an unbiased view of the day's events.

Listeners can catch up on the daily show via its podcast here. It's a good option for people who want to stay updated on current events but are commuting or have no TV access. Since most of the show relies on the anchor's reports, not much gets lost in the transition to its audio form here.

Each daily episode is no more than 20 minutes and examines five to ten news stories. It starts with the most critical matters, such as political developments or crime reports. Since the studio is in Washington, DC, many of the reports bring timely updates and interviews. As the show progresses, it examines lighter topics like sports and culture. As serious as CBS Evening News might seem, it always ends shows with something warm and positive. It can be a touching tale about a local hero or an act of kindness. It ensures the listeners don't get overwhelmed by the day's events and finish the show feeling light and content.