I’ve been listening for years and continue to enjoy listening.

My only source of news needed now. Contrary to other reviews, I like that the hosts admit and embrace their backgrounds (or biases), and I find the show perfectly balanced, honest, informative, and entertaining. Thank you all!

I was looking for a thoughtful middle of the road show. That is DEFINITELY not this show! The biased half truths is Truly disappointing. I keep trying to listen but when I know I’m being told half truths or the facts that don’t match their agenda get left out of “news” .

I’ve followed this team since the inception of the podcast. In 2025 the quality of the show has suffered, mainly in my opinion because Krystal is no longer a rational actor. She has turned into quite the harpy as of late suffering from full blown TDS. I think this team deserves success but I just can’t get through a single podcast at this point. Unfortunate. 5 stars until 2025, 1 star since.

This is a truly amazing show. The well thought out opinions are refreshing to hear. In troubled times such as this a voice that speaks truth to power is a vital necessity. Thank you so much for all you do.

Doesn't come across as a balanced presentation of current events and views. Krystal clearly left and Saagar moderate at best.

I open by saying Saager is a brilliant journalist. He demonstrated his acumen and intellect on Lex Friedman. That being said, Krystal cannot seem to make a point without it being delivered drenched in emotion. How can one be open-minded and intellectually honest when one is that emotional. Plus she just goes on and on for minutes. If you need that much time to make your point, perhaps your point is not that strong. I still support them because I’ve been listening for years, but I hope they find their way again. It’s just become a podcast of ranting.

I have been listening for a while and really like the dynamic of the show. However with the tariff issues we have at hand I think it might be an interesting segment to interview Pete Roberts from Origin USA. What they have been able to do is impressive, not saying all companies can do the same but we should be highlighting both sides. Thanks for the show!

constant whining from one of the hosts has made it impossible to learn anything.

I have been listening for the last month, I have loved hearing all of your opinions and the resources you provide! I want to support you guys by subscribing, but I wish there was an option for a monthly payment? I can’t give the annual amount during these trying times. But I do want to say THANK YOU for making Friday official, I look forward to listening to this show 5 days a week!

I’ve been following since Raising but I’ve got to say the current show with the addition of Ryan and Emily is the best it’s ever been. The various shows with mixed hosts are all great in their own ways. The best news podcast there is.

There are two reasons I take issue with this podcast. Number one is because they claim to tell the story for both sides of the aisle and they absolutely do not. I was so excited to listen to this podcast because someone had told me they share the views of both Political parties and that’s what I want to hear. I have listened to hours and hours and could not believe my ears. I am absolutely fine for you to share your views and say what you think whether I agree with them or not, but to taut yourselves as someone who shares the thoughts and ideology of both sides of the aisle is dishonest. You are lying to your audience. Believe what you want, say what you want… But don’t pretend to be something you’re not by starting off every episode claiming that you have a voice for the right and the left side of political issues. I was so excited at first, then very disappointed. The second issue I have is, I believe there is absolutely no reason to make fun of people who don’t agree with you, as I listened to you, you act like people are stupid or idiots because they don’t think like you… And it is rampant throughout your episodes. (I know you can’t hear tone of voice when you read what someone writes, so I just want to be clear that I am not angry and not hateful in my tone. I’m just saying this as a fact.) I see this done by the left and the right side of political issues and I think it is disgusting whoever does it. It is beneath the dignity of someone who has a platform saying they help people become informed or aware. So I say again, believe what you want, say what you want… But don’t pretend to be something you’re not. You have lost my trust so I have unsubscribed and won’t be interested in listening to your podcast again.

Mostly informative, I have difficulty listening to Krystal happy dancing anytime she thinks the U.S. will fail. I respect liberal views but we are all in this together.

I’ve been listening to Breaking Points for years. Krystal and Saager are very intelligent and bring their authentic takes on the news every day.

Krystal and Sagaar provide the most honest and in depth coverage that can be found. While they have different political leanings , they hold consistent values and aren’t beholden to any corporation or administration. Not only do they help me stay informed, but they help me understand other different perspectives.

The whole premise of your show is gone since the election. It turns out this whole “two points of view” thing was a scam. The headlines are purely Democrat click bait. The Right is not represented on this show unless Emily is on. The Republicans used to have a voice but are now more like RINOs, letting unmedicated Krystal rant like a hysterical banshee. She has no respect for anyone’s opinion but her own. This show is Democrat propaganda masquerading as balanced healthy debate. It didn’t used to be like this. Congratulations you’re no better than the mainstream media. One way ticket to being irrelevant.

Flaws and all, I consider all the hosts of BP and CP to be leaders in today’s media environment bc they challenge the status quo/power structures in the way they provide commentary and context to news. Obviously, Krystal and Saager are polarizing and I lose my head sometimes but the balance of hate in the reviews says something lol. Even if it’s not this show, everyone should find independent news they trust.

Breaking Pts, Kyle, Vanguard, respectively, are now my go to news channels daily now. Love Krystal’s clear interpretations.

So refreshing to hear (mostly) sane voices from both the left and the right. I adore Krystal, Saagar, Ryan, and Emily and look forward to listening to them every day. While I often disagree with Saagar and Emily, I think it’s important not to be in an echo chamber.

F the haters leaving negative reviews. I’ve been listening to Saagar and Krystal since The Hill days. I of course disagree with both of their analysis at times, but I still genuinely believe they bring a balanced news diet to their subscribers. They bring on a wealth of experts to talk in detail about a wide array of current affairs. They have given Ryan Grim and Emily Jashinsky a wonderful platform to participate and bring their perspectives in. Ryan is an OG and maybe the most trusted journalist I’ve come across. No news source is perfect. If it was then you just like hearing echo chamber propaganda. Breaking Points is a must listen and I recommend it to everyone who is genuinely interested in receiving a balanced discussion.

I enjoyed this podcast when I first began listening to it, but since the election Saagar goes off on these hateful rants, yelling and talking over Krystal, and just raging against “wokeism.” He used to be reasonable and firm on his opinions, but he has flipped a switch. It’s annoying to even try to listen anymore. There are much better commentators elsewhere.

This used to be a balanced perspective, but I can’t listen to episodes with Krystal anymore. She interrupts everyone and is so emotional that it’s hard to take her information as such. I enjoy episodes with Ryan who conveys information in an informed but rational way.

I love that this podcast challenges power structures and the hosts are not afraid to offer their opinions even if it goes against both political parties.

I used to listen to yall for a balanced news report. Since Trump was elected your daily titles are completely partisan and click bate in nature. If I want my limbic system hijaked I can just go back to CNN.

Update: Back to 5 stars after Kyrstal refilled her Xanax. Best show ever. Listening to Krystal's ramblings and complaining about reality while Saagar has to defend himself with simple facts is getting old. Krystal needs to go.

I love Breaking Points so much! It is honestly the ONLY news organization I trust. Krystal, Saagar, Ryan and Emily give in-depth coverage and insight every single day, keeping me informed on daily news and events. I encourage everyone I know to follow their podcast. In my opinion, you do not get more rational and balanced coverage anywhere.

I use to recommend breaking points for their balanced reporting, but now most of the time Emily goes along to get along , Ryan drags through some sad story from some “source” , and saggar when he is on the show puts up a fight unless he doesn’t care then just caves to Krystal. Even their thumbnails look like secular talk click bait. Sad

Ryan has this intellectual kind of dry humor that’s well informed and weirdly dialed in to pop culture. Not to mention his in depth reporting. I’m sure it goes over most people’s heads because they just want someone to entertain them…but everyone on this show is great and I really enjoy the mix and match episodes. Love to hear everyone’s take. Saw someone hating on Ryan and had to show him some love. Everyone is great. This show actually makes me laugh. They say the things we’re all thinking but with some very well informed insights. Wish all news was like this…but until then…there’s Breaking Points!

Krystal is the only reason why this show is bearable.

Any episode without Krystal is great. She interrupts constantly and will shove her world views down your throat. Saagar and Ryan is easily the best combo but sadly it’s rare we get that.

She gets emotional. He gives conservatives a pass and engages in conspiracy theories. What could go wrong? Sounds like an ABC comedy from the 90’s.

I’ve been an avid listener for YEARS, but can’t take it anymore. Saagar used to be able to share so much about the inner workings of DC, like the politics at play, who is supporting who (and why), and the ripple effects different policies could make our cultural and financial landscapes. However, since the election, Krystal has done nothing but derail the thought train. Now it just feels like legacy media, with shouting and emotional arguments that lack or even defy logic. The show is no longer for the listener - it’s a venting ground for the left leaning hosts. Guess I’ll have to start searching (again) for another information-based news outlet.

Breaking Points is my go-to source for news and politics. I love the balance between Krystal and Saagar and how they understand modern times and aren’t stuck presenting news in the old NBC or fox ways of the past. What I can’t get past however is how unbelievably BORING Ryan is. Within 5 seconds of him speaking I find myself losing focus and struggling to pay attention. He seems like a nice enough and smart guy however his meandering thoughts and horrible cadence are so off putting. Every day I now look at who will be on the show and I will skip the episodes that he is a part of. Please consider bringing in someone else who is more engaging and geared towards content based on audio.

Used to listen more regular. Ever since Krystal’s obsession with “billionaire boogey man Elon” the show became a total turn off. Saagar still sounds reasonable. Unfortunately Krystal just sounds more like a hack every day. Sad!

This show has devolved into Krystal screeching about Elon 80% of the time. The latest episode on the deportations was unbearable. She would ask a question, interrupt, and then repeat. Too bad, it used to be somewhat informative.

As a moderate conservative, I’ve enjoyed Breaking Points. It gave a nuanced perspective outside of mainstream media. However, I feel the show is becoming less news/fact based and instead, engages in punditry on a consistent basis (I know exactly what Krystal is going to say about any given topic- Sagaar is a little more unpredictable). Listening to Emily and Ryan is more informative and tolerable. Krystal is way too emotional- and no, that’s not meant to disparage women- it’s just a fact- I say that as a woman. I would like to know how many times Saagar has said, ‘I agree,’ to Krystal. And vice versa- for the sake of balance.

I really appreciate the informative aspect of the show but struggle with debate portions or interviews, mostly because Krystal can't help but talk over everyone. Why invite someone on your show for an interview and not let them answer your question. It's ok to ask a short/direct question and then be quiet. She answers her own question before the guest even gets a chance. Ryan and Emily do it right, Wednesday is always the best episode of the week.

This show used to be the best, now Krystal’s gone crazy since being with the “man”. Poor Sagaar…

ChatGPT: “Occam’s Razor”—the principle that the simplest explanation, requiring the fewest assumptions, is usually the correct one. Applying this to Schumer’s sudden reversal: 1. Schumer says he’ll vote no. 2. Two days later, he reverses his position with a weak excuse. 3. Two days after that, Israel resumes bombing Gaza. 4. Netanyahu likely wouldn’t have risked launching an attack during a U.S. government shutdown, as it could delay military aid. The simplest explanation? Schumer changed his vote because Israel, via AIPAC and its influence network, needed uninterrupted U.S. support before launching its next offensive. His excuse about government services was just a smokescreen. That’s not speculation—it’s just following the money, the timing, and the geopolitical reality.” It’s also why Schumer can raise so much money. He works for Israel, not Americans.

With that said, Saagar is too often dismissive to the actual lawlessness that is happening with the current administration. I wish he would keep the same standards for trump that he had with Biden. Krystal and Ryan had no issue holding the Democratic Party to account. Why can’t the right do that. All they care about is “owning the libs”, it just stands out to me how they have no principles.

The entire episode on 17th March- was ridiculous. Krystal spent 2hrs exhibiting her moral superiority complex and just yelled at Saagar who tried to present facts. No idea how he co-hosts with her, she’s is AWFUL.

Saagar, please please part ways from Krystal! She comes across so angry and biased. And, she comes across as certain that what she knows is all there is to know. Saagar, please get her to shut up sometimes or take her exit.

I used to LOVE this podcast. I’ve recommended it to many of my friends. I used to love hearing Krystal’s take on political issues however, since November, she sounds so disgusted with everything going on with this administration. I wish she would tone down her disgust a little. She is putting off a lot of listeners.

Lately seems like Krystal interrupts, overtalks, insists, dies on every hill. Does Saagar get a fair time slot. Even let him monopolize once in awhile? I want to hear 2 sides but apparently Krystal doesn’t.

Guys, this 3/17/25 episode is rough. The shouting down arguing and “answer the question” demands are why I don’t watch or listen to legacy media. This is not fair and balanced reporting, this is arguing and not giving each other the floor to speak and offer points. Leave your feelings for you monologues please. I love you guys. And I respect both of your viewpoints.

Good show overall but irritating to listen to the occasional bickering between sagaar and krystal. Especially when krystal talks over sagaar jamming her view down his throat instead of just respecting difference of opinion. If this actually reaches them, deliver the news, share a BRIEF personal view and move on. I feel like a five year old watching his parents argue.

I’ve listened to this show pretty consistently since it began and the devolution into talking head opinion has been sad to see, especially on Krystal’s part. I say this as someone who typically votes Dem. Please less “debate” which is essentially Krystal shouting down and interrupting Saagar to get her opinion across. I listen to this to be informed, not to have Krystal’s viewpoints shoved down my throat. Please scale the opinion portions back considerably, for both hosts, and emulate the way Ryan and Emily discuss the news, with an emphasis on telling the story and providing context instead of telling us whether you support an issue or not. Like other reviews say, this used to be a breath of fresh air in a landscape dominated by traditional news that spreads hate, division, and othering, but unfortunately the show is starting to morph into what it sought to destroy.

The Krystal and Saager episodes are becoming hard to listen to. It’s mostly constant bickering. I would agree with one of the reviewers saying “Krystal’s opinions are the shows opinions anything else is insane and immoral” The show used to be about the stories they’d each share their opinions and move on. Lately it seems like 15 minutes of trying to tell the other person how terrible they are.

Saager communicates in a logical, calm, intelligent manner that I can appreciate. But I can barely listen to the show anymore because of Krystal’s whiney, over-emotional, illogical ranting and the way she constantly cuts off Saager. I hope he can break away and create his own show soon, or at least find a better co-host.

I’ve been a listener since their coverage of the election, and unfortunately Crystal has become insufferable as of late. Like a whiny valley girl whose opinions are headed in manic territory, only to get louder when losing arguments. Emily would be a much more entertaining co-host!!