Up Close with Bill Ritter

Up Close with Bill Ritter

WABC-TV, Bill Ritter

Episodes 140
Avg. Duration 27m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Dec 2023
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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About This Podcast

“Up Close” is a politics podcast from the No. 1 TV station in the United States, WABC-TV. Hosted by Eyewitness News veteran anchor Bill Ritter, Up Close gets to the heart of the matter, whether it’s about how things are working in government - or how they’re not working. It shows you how public-policy decisions are made. This Eyewitness News podcast goes beyond the headlines and underneath the surface of politics. Sound bites don’t do that – conversation does. Our guests – varied and diverse - are from both sides of the aisle. In addition to full episodes of Up Close, I'm going to be sharing extra content -- interviews, perspective, news digests and more.

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Recent Episodes

Assessing the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport

Mar 29, 2026 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss the deadly crash between a plane and fire truck at LaGuardia Airport. An Air Canada plane last Sunday slammed into a Port Authority fire truck at around 100…

New York Rep. Tom Suozzi reacts to war with Iran

Mar 22, 2026 28m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss the latest on the war with Iran and its impact on the U.S. The Pentagon is now asking for $200 billion to fund the war in Iran, that's in addition to all the…

Rep. Gregory Meeks on war with Iran, security concerns in NY

Mar 15, 2026 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss the ongoing local and national security concerns amid the war with Iran. Last weekend, the NYPD says two men tried to set off homemade bombs during a protest…

New York House Rep. Latimer on escalating tensions amid war with Iran

Mar 08, 2026 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss the escalating tensions in the Middle East following joint U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran. The U.S. and Israel continue with a war they launched against Iran.…

New Jersey Sen. Kim on Trump's State of the Union

Mar 01, 2026 27m

On this edition of Up Close, one local politician gives his reaction to President Donald Trump's State of the Union address. Amid mixed approval ratings and a fight to keep Republicans in control of…

What's next after SCOTUS strikes down Trump tariffs

Feb 22, 2026 28m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss the latest defeat for President Donald Trump's economic agenda by the U.S. Supreme Court following its ruling over his administration's imposed tariffs. The…

Who is Analilia Mejia, Democratic nominee for NJ-11

Feb 15, 2026 27m

Analilia Mejia sent political shockwaves everywhere after winning the Democratic nomination for New Jersey's 11th Congressional district. It was the seat held by Mikie Sherrill before she became…

New York Rep. Mike Lawler on deadly ICE shootings in Minneapolis

Feb 08, 2026 28m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss the latest on President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown on undocumented immigrants across the U.S. "We Need to Wake Up After Minneapolis." These words…

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis on redistricting war over NY's 11th Congressional district

Feb 01, 2026 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss a legal ruling with big political implications for New York and perhaps the country. A judge ruled that New York's 11th congressional seat, held by Republican…

One-on-one with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani

Jan 18, 2026 26m

It's been just over two weeks since Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office and became New York City's 112th mayor. He's grabbed national attention for his policy proposals and his outspoken stance on…

New York Sen. Gillibrand on Minnesota shooting, Venezuela operation and health care battle

Jan 11, 2026 27m

The new year started with no shortage of political controversies. President Trump ordered a U.S. military operation in Venezuela to capture Nicolas Maduro and his wife. The Trump administration…

The inauguration of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani

Jan 04, 2026 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss reaction to the inauguration of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the road that lies ahead for him. It is the start of a new era in New York City…

Outgoing NJ Gov. Murphy and FDNY Commissioner Tucker

Dec 21, 2025 28m

On this edition of Up Close, we speak with outgoing New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker in our latest series of exit interviews. As we get ready to bid adieu to 2025, Up…

Understanding the fight against Alzheimer's disease

Dec 14, 2025 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we take a closer look at Alzheimer's disease after one local politician from New Jersey recently opened up about his father's diagnosis. U.S. Senator Andy Kim of New…

Phil Murphy talks closing of a chapter as NJ governor, his legacy and what's next

Dec 13, 2025 15m

"It's Jersey baby!" Governor Phil Murphy talked with Eyewitness News anchor Bill Ritter about his tenure running the state of New Jersey, the incoming governor and his next chapter. Learn more…

Eric Adams' exit interview: Mayor reflects on tenure, legacy and future endeavors

Dec 06, 2025 28m

An optimistic and defiant Mayor Eric Adams sat down with Bill Ritter at Gracie Mansion on Friday, reflecting on his tenure, legacy and future endeavors as he prepares to leave office come January 1,…

Dementia: The Caregivers' Journey | Special Eyewitness News Podcast

Nov 25, 2025 26m

In a special podcast produced by the WABC-TV Community Affairs Department, we present "Dementia: The Caregivers' Journey." Host Nina Pineda examines the challenges that caregivers face as they help…

Nassau County Executive Blakeman talks possible run for NY governor

Nov 23, 2025 27m

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will come to office with high hopes and an ambitious agenda that includes free buses and universal childcare. Can he accomplish those campaign promises, and how will he do…

What lies ahead after longest government shutdown in US history ends

Nov 16, 2025 27m

On this edition of Up Close, we discuss what lies ahead for Americans following the end to the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. The longest shutdown in the history of the federal…

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Up Close

Nov 16, 2025 28m

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani joined Bill Ritter for an exclusive interview on Up Close on Sunday following his historic win in the November general election. The 34-year-old state…

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Up Close with Bill Ritter has published 140 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in News, Politics.

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