Yes, I used to get a lot of my general news from NPR podcasts. I can't speak for their general news in other formats, but for podcasts I've gradually cut NPR for FT, the Economist, BBC (selectively), and even CNBC.
Among other things, NPR feels like among the most aggressive advertisers in podcasting, usually advertising for other NPR shows in which I have no interest.
Among other things, NPR feels like among the most aggressive advertisers in podcasting, usually advertising for other NPR shows in which I have no interest.