Bill Maher Criticizes NPR as a 'Far-left' Media Outlet

WHO:

NY Post - Comedian Bill Maher criticized NPR.

Fox News - NPR's Steve Inskeep conducted the interview with Bill Maher.

WHAT:

NY Post - Bill Maher described NPR as part of the "far extreme of the left."

Fox News - Maher expressed surprise at being invited on the "Newsmakers" podcast.

WHERE:

NY Post - The criticism was made during an interview with NPR.

WHY:

NY Post - Maher’s comments reflect his view on the political bias of media outlets.

HOW:

Fox News - Maher articulated his views during a podcast interview.

(UPDATED July 15, 2026 22:18 UTC)

Comedian Bill Maher recently criticized NPR during an interview conducted by Steve Inskeep for the "Newsmakers" podcast. He described NPR as part of the "far extreme of the left" and expressed surprise at being invited to participate in the discussion. Maher's comments highlight his perspective on what he perceives as the political bias of media outlets.