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VelshiTrump's EconomyAli Velshi is joined by Co-host of MSNBC’s “The Weekend: Primetime” Catherine Rampell, host of SiriusXM’s ‘The Dean Obeidallah Show’ Dean Obeidallah, Law Professor at Columbia University Kimberlé Crenshaw, Co-hosts of MSNBC’s “The Weekend: Primetime” Ayman Mohyeldin and Antonia Hylton, Professor of Law at University of California Berkeley Law Daniel Farber, Vice Chairman and Senior Advisor of Eurasia Group Gerald Butts, Staff Writer at The Atlantic David Graham, Senior Correspondent at Vox Zack Beauchamp, Co-host of MSNBC’s “The Weekend: Primetime” Elise Jordan, Professor of Economics & Public Policy at University of Michigan Justin Wolfers, author of ‘All Boys Aren’t Blue’ Georg2025-05-031h 51
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2025-04-2400 minVelshiHow The Trump Admin. Is Avoiding The CourtsAli Velshi is joined by Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs’ Asha Rangappa, MSNBC’s ‘The Weekend’ host Michael Steele, Fmr. Chair of the FTC Lina Khan, President of Wesleyan University Michael Roth, George Washington University Law School’s Mary Anne Franks, MSNBC Legal Analyst Barbara McQuade, Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ‘The Contrarian’ Jennifer Rubin, Filmmaker Alex Gibney, “The Gatsby Gambit” author Claire Anderson Wheeler, and Playwright of ‘Gatsby: An American Myth’ Martyna Majok.
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The Beat with Ari MelberTrump Admin Suffers Historic String of Legal SetbacksMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 11, and reports on the White House's legal setbacks, America's attention problem, and the impact of USAID cuts. MSNBC Host Chris Hayes, Senator Ed Markey, and Kristina Drye join.2025-02-1241 min
The WeekendThe Weekend February 8 8a: 'In Choas'As soon as President Trump or Elon Musk tries to gut a federal office, a lawsuit quickly follows behind it. MSNBC legal analysts Mary McCord and Andrew Weissmann walk Alicia, Michael and Symone through some of the lawsuits that have been filed against the Trump Administration. Plus, Trump tried to rip apart USAID, hey, he even took down the sign outside the building, but a federal judge temporarily blocked that effort. Republican strategist and MSNBC legal analyst Susan del Percio gives her thoughts.
2025-02-0841 minThe Beat with Ari MelberBONUS: Trump loses 2025 clash, as many seize power of protest (Rolling Stone’s Protest Songs x The Beat)As Trump returns to Washington – facing a new court loss on immigration – Rolling Stone Magazine publishes its ‘100 Best Protest Songs of All Time,’ chronicling how musicians across genres speak “truth to power” through their music, lyrics and artistry. In this extended MSNBC exclusive and podcast extra, Ari Melber reports on the magazine’s new list and the wider significance of protest anthems, and conducts interviews with two artists who made the list, and an editor who led its creation. (This is an extended digital exclusive, some parts of this special aired on MSNBC. Featuring: Public Enemy’s Chuck D, Singer Ani DiFranco, Ro...2025-01-2800 min
The Rachel Maddow ShowListen to “Trumpland with Alex Wagner”Introducing “Trumpland with Alex Wagner.” On “Trumpland,” MSNBC’s Alex Wagner takes a break from the anchor chair to get out into the field and speak with the people on the frontlines of Trump’s policies—and promises. Listen to the full first episode here, as Alex travels to DC—but not for the inauguration. Hours after President Trump was in sworn into office for the second time, he began issuing a series of presidential pardons for the January 6th insurrection. Listen along as Alex speaks to the inmates, their families, and the police officers who...2025-01-2433 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiMSNBC Coverage of Donald Trump’s 2025 InaugurationListen to the inaugural ceremony of Donald Trump inside the Capitol rotunda as he and his vice president, JD Vance, take the oath of office. After a peaceful transfer of power, Trump delivers his inaugural speech, followed by analysis from Rachel Maddow, Jen Psaki, Joy Reid and the entire MSNBC team. Stay tuned to MSNBC for continuing coverage of the first 100 Days at MSNBC.com.
2025-01-202h 13The Beat with Ari MelberPresident Biden enters final weekend as presidentMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 17, and reports on Donald Trump's billionaire bubble and he potential TikTok ban. Plus, comedian The Kid Mero and MSNBC's Alicia Menendez "Fallback" on The Beat. Dylan Ratigan and Juanita Tolliver also join.2025-01-1840 minThe Beat with Ari MelberBONUS: Robert Greene full "Summit Interview"In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber is joined by celebrated power historian Robert Greene joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber for a wide-ranging, in depth discussion on power in the year 2025; lessons from movements that built out support after electoral losses and government crackdowns; why Democrats should face their loss without excuses (he argues) while developing strong leadership that resists 'reacting' to Trump all the time, and how Green's acclaimed “48 Laws of Power” apply in 2025 and beyond. The two discuss seminal laws including “isolation is dangerous,” “concentrate your forces,” “appeal to self-interests,” and more2025-01-1638 minThe Beat with Ari MelberDonald Trump sentenced as a felonMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 10, and reports on Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York hush money case and the California wildfires. Plus, Melber is joined by rapper Erick Sermon and MSNBC's Ayman Mohyeldin for the latest "Fallback" installment. Joyce Vance, Douglas Brinkley and Ellison Barber also join.2025-01-1152 minThe Beat with Ari MelberBONUS: Lin-Manuel Miranda on Hamilton in DC, lessons & hip hop with Ari MelberIn this podcast extra, celebrated actor, composer, lyricist and writer Lin-Manuel Miranda talks Obama, “Hamilton,” “Warriors,” and life lessons in this extended interview with MSNBC anchor and music obsessive Ari Melber. Parts of the interview aired on MSNBC and this is the full discussion, the newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons.2024-11-2146 minThe Beat with Ari MelberBONUS: Finneas on new album, songwriting with Billie Eilish, A.I. & awardsIn this podcast extra, Grammy and Oscar winner Finneas talks about his new album, ‘For Cryin’ Out Loud!,' his approach to songwriting and why some words and lyrics are timeless, how he writes and produces with his sister Billie Eilish, his skepticism of A.I. from creativity to wedding speeches, and his views of Hans Zimmer, Selena Gomez and James Blake in this extended interview with MSNBC anchor and music obsessive Ari Melber. Parts of the interview aired on MSNBC and this is the full discussion, the newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists...2024-11-2044 minThe Beat with Ari MelberGeneral who served Trump warns of Trump dangerMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 14, and reports on the latest on the 2024 campaign trail and more. Plus, MSNBC's Ayman Mohyeldin and Rapper 38 Spesh "Fallback" on The Beat. Maya Wiley also joins.2024-10-1541 min
The Rachel Maddow ShowListen to “Kamala: Next in Line”Election Day is around the corner and Vice President Kamala Harris could become the first woman, first Black woman, and first South-Asian to sit in the Oval Office. In light of this moment, we’re resharing our 2020 series “Kamala: Next in Line,” from MSNBC and Wondery. Hosted by Joy Reid, "Next In Line" is an intimate and immersive look into what drives Harris, what her critics say about her, and how she arrived at this historic moment.This is a special program for our MSNBC Premium subscribers. Listen to an excerpt from the first episode here. And to dow...2024-10-0910 min
Deadline: White HouseListen to “Kamala: Next in Line”Election Day is around the corner and Vice President Kamala Harris could become the first woman, first Black woman, and first South-Asian to sit in the Oval Office. In light of this moment, we’re resharing our 2020 series “Kamala: Next in Line,” from MSNBC and Wondery. Hosted by Joy Reid, "Next In Line" is an intimate and immersive look into what drives Harris, what her critics say about her, and how she arrived at this historic moment.This is a special program for our MSNBC Premium subscribers. Listen to an excerpt from the first episode here. And to dow...2024-10-0910 min
The Beat with Ari MelberListen to “Kamala: Next in Line”Election Day is around the corner and Vice President Kamala Harris could become the first woman, first Black woman, and first South-Asian to sit in the Oval Office. In light of this moment, we’re resharing our 2020 series “Kamala: Next in Line,” from MSNBC and Wondery. Hosted by Joy Reid, "Next In Line" is an intimate and immersive look into what drives Harris, what her critics say about her, and how she arrived at this historic moment.This is a special program for our MSNBC Premium subscribers. Listen to an excerpt from the first episode here. And to dow...2024-10-0910 minThe Beat with Ari MelberJack Smith files new brief in Trump Coup CaseMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 2nd, and reports on Jack Smith's new brief in the Trump coup case and the 2024 election. Plus, Peter Navarro joins MSNBC for first time since leaving prison. Former Ambassador Gordon Sondland, Sarah Matthews, John Kasich, Jason Johnson, David Corn, and Nick Akerman also join.2024-10-0345 min
The Rachel Maddow ShowSpecial MSNBC post-debate analysis with Rachel Maddow and a panel of her MSNBC colleaguesPlus, 'The most damning moment': Vance seals debate loss by botching January 6 answer
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Deadline: White HouseMSNBC Exclusive: VP Harris InterviewMSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle sat down with Vice President Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh Wednesday night for an exclusive interview. It’s the VP’s first solo network interview since she became the Democratic nominee for president and comes just six weeks before election day. Listen to the full interview here and visit msnbc.com for more coverage in the lead up to the election.
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The Beat with Ari MelberMSNBC Exclusive: VP Harris InterviewMSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle sat down with Vice President Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh Wednesday night for an exclusive interview. It’s the VP’s first solo network interview since she became the Democratic nominee for president and comes just six weeks before election day. Listen to the full interview here and visit msnbc.com for more coverage in the lead up to the election.
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The Blueprint with Jen PsakiMSNBC Exclusive: VP Harris InterviewMSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle sat down with Vice President Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh Wednesday night for an exclusive interview. It’s the VP’s first solo network interview since she became the Democratic nominee for president and comes just six weeks before election day. Listen to the full interview here and visit msnbc.com for more coverage in the lead up to the election.
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Bag ManSpecial preview: Season 2 of “Velshi Banned Book Club”MSNBC's Ali Velshi gives a special preview of the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. In this preview, Ali reflects on why this issues is so personal for him and his family. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbcs2_fdlw. Subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple podcasts for access to episodes one week...2024-09-1203 min
The WeekendSpecial preview: Season 2 of “Velshi Banned Book Club”MSNBC's Ali Velshi gives a special preview of the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. In this preview, Ali reflects on why this issues is so personal for him and his family. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbcs2_fdlw. Subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple podcasts for access to episodes one week...2024-09-1203 min
VelshiSpecial preview: Season 2 of “Velshi Banned Book Club”MSNBC's Ali Velshi gives a special preview of the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. In this preview, Ali reflects on why this issues is so personal for him and his family. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbcs2_fdlw. Subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple podcasts for access to episodes one week...2024-09-1203 min
Way Too Early with Ali VitaliSpecial preview: Season 2 of “Velshi Banned Book Club”MSNBC's Ali Velshi gives a special preview of the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. In this preview, Ali reflects on why this issues is so personal for him and his family. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbcs2_fdlw. Subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple podcasts for access to episodes one week...2024-09-1203 min
The Beat with Ari MelberSpecial preview: Season 2 of “Velshi Banned Book Club”MSNBC's Ali Velshi gives a special preview of the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. In this preview, Ali reflects on why this issues is so personal for him and his family. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbcs2_fdlw. Subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple podcasts for access to episodes one week...2024-09-1203 minThe Rachel Maddow ShowMSNBC Live: Democracy 2024We’re thrilled to share a mashup of our MSNBC Live: Democracy 2024 event that we recently held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The whole day was a celebration of you, our viewers and listeners. It was the first of its kind in-person, interactive experience. We so enjoyed meeting so many of you. But if you couldn’t join us in person, you’re in luck – we’re sharing key conversations in this episode. For more, be sure to check out our TV special airing Saturday, September 14th at 9 p.m. ET. For your reference, here are timecodes for the sessio...2024-09-121h 47
VelshiIntroducing: Season 2 of “Velshi Banned Book Club”MSNBC's Ali Velshi brings you a second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club.” Book banning is happening more and more. Removing literature from library shelves, school syllabi, and summer reading lists isn’t just blatant censorship; it is the tip of the sword that threatens American democracy itself. Featuring critically acclaimed and culturally impactful literature – including work by Tim O’Brien, Roxane Gay, Lois Lowry, and Stephen Chbosky – the second season of the “Velshi Banned Book Club” puts the booking banning epidemic into necessary context. Read along with Ali Velshi and follow now to listen to the first two episodes on...2024-09-0501 minThe Rachel Maddow ShowMSNBC's special coverage of Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention'An inflection point in history': Rachel Maddow and her MSNBC colleagues reflect on the DNC and Kamala Harris' historic nomination acceptance speech.
2024-08-232h 53The Beat with Ari Melber“Trailblazers: An MSNBC Special”MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, August 12, and delivers “Trailblazers: An MSNBC Special,” featuring Maya Wiley, Lori Lightfoot, Donna Edwards and Dr. Edna Greene Medford. The full discussion is available on YouTube at msnbc.com/ari2024-08-1341 minThe Rachel Maddow ShowMSNBC Special coverage of the debut of Gov. Tim Walz as Kamala Harris' running mateFollowing rousing speeches before an energized crowd of Democrats at a packed rally in Philadelphia, an MSNBC panel reacts to the roll-out of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Kamala Harris' running mate in the 2024 election.
2024-08-071h 03The Beat with Ari MelberBONUS: Donald Trump found guilty on all countsIn this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber anchors special coverage on the night of Donald Trump's guilty verdict. Hear Melber's reporting and in-depth conversations with MSNBC's Joy Reid, Alex Wagner, Chris Hayes, and Katie Phang.2024-05-3145 minThe Beat with Ari MelberRFK Jr. joins The BeatMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, May 8, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial. Plus, RFK Jr. joins Melber for an extended interview, that you can find on YouTube at msnbc.com/ari.2024-05-0942 minThe Beat with Ari MelberAri Melber and MSNBC team break down Trump's criminal trialOn Monday, April 15, MSNBC's Ari Melber and the MSNBC team break down the latest from day one of former President Trump's criminal trial in New York.2024-04-1640 minThe Beat with Ari MelberTrump trial begins: Rachel Maddow, Ari Melber, and MSNBC breaks down historic momentMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, April 15, and is joined by Rachel Maddow, Jen Psaki, Chris Hayes, Nicolle Wallace, and Joy Reid to break down the latest from day one of former President Trump's criminal trial in New York.2024-04-1643 min
Into AmericaUncounted Millions BONUS: The GU272In “Uncounted Millions: The Power of Reparations,” host Trymaine Lee used the story of Gabriel Coakley and his family to explore past and future conversations around reparations. That conversation has come to include educational institutions, many of which were built and sustained through enslavement, like the one mere blocks from Coakley’s home in Washington, DC: Georgetown University. On this special bonus episode, sponsored by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Into America dives into racial reconciliation and the GU272. Trymaine speaks with descendants of the 272 enslaved people sold to save the university, and the Jesuit leader trying to work toward...2024-04-1153 minThe Beat with Ari MelberTop Republicans went from rebuking “insurrection” to defending Jan. 6MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, April 4, and reports on Jan. 6 accountability, Donald Trump's legal battles and abortion rights. Plus, hear a special edition of "Fallback" featuring Former Energy Secretary Dr. Ernest Moniz, comedian Modi and MSNBC's Ali Velshi. Michael Steele and Howard Dean also join.2024-04-0541 minThe Beat with Ari MelberSupreme Court appears skeptical of challenge to abortion pill mifepristoneMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, March 26, and reports on today's Supreme Court arguments on a challenge to the abortion pill mifepristone, a new gag order in Trump's legal battles, and federal raids of Sean "Diddy" Combs' home. Alexis McGill Johnson and Nina Totenberg join to discuss. Plus, listen to part 2 of an interview with former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder as part of the "Summit" series. Watch the full interview at msnbc.com/summit.2024-03-2741 minThe Beat with Ari MelberNY judge sets new trial date for Trump criminal trialMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, March 25, and reports on Donald Trump's civil fraud bond and hush money trial, GOP extremism as House Speaker Mike Johnson faces ouster threats, and what is at stake in a SCOTUS abortion pill hearing scheduled for tomorrow. Neal Katyal and Eugene Daniels join to discuss. Plus, listen to a portion of an interview with former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder as part of the "Summit" series. Watch the full interview at msnbc.com/summit.2024-03-2642 minThe Rachel Maddow ShowMSNBC special prime time coverage of President Biden's State of the Union addressThe before, middle, and after of MSNBC's prime time coverage an analysis from Rachel Maddow and her colleagues on one of the high holidays for U.S. democracy, the State of the Union address.
2024-03-082h 12The Beat with Ari MelberSupreme Court rules Trump can stay on Colorado ballotMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, March 4, and reports on the Supreme Court's ruling to keep Donald Trump on the Colorado ballot and recent questioning of pundits' "anti-Biden" narrative. Neal Katyal and Nina Totenberg join to discuss. Plus, a peek into Melber's interview with actress and playwright Anna Deavere Smith in the latest "Mavericks" installment. Watch the full interview at msnbc.com/mavericks.2024-03-0541 minThe Beat with Ari MelberNew Alabama ruling upends abortion debateMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, February 22 and reports on the fallout from an Alabama court ruling that frozen embryos are considered "children," the CPAC conference in Washington and the 2024 primaries. Maya Wiley and Michael Moore join to discuss. Plus, comedian Druski and MSNBC anchor Alicia Menendez join Melber in the latest "Fallback" installment.2024-02-2341 minThe Beat with Ari MelberTrump appointee Robert Hur faces credibility crisis as DOJ vets blast his reportMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 13, and reports on GOP politicians weaponizing President Biden's age, New York's special election to replace former Representative George Santos, Jon Stewart's return to the Daily Show and Super Bowl politics. Paul Krugman, Chai Komanduri and Molly Ball join to discuss. Plus, lightning round answers from Melber's latest Summit Series interview with award-winning film producer Brian Grazer. The full interview can be found on msnbc.com/summit.2024-02-1441 minThe Rachel Maddow ShowSpecial MSNBC coverage of the Iowa Republican caucusesA portion of MSNBC's live rolling coverage of the Republican caucuses in Iowa
2024-01-161h 16The Beat with Ari Melber2024 Primaries BeginIn this special edition of "The Beat," MSNBC's Ari Melber and MSNBC's Jen Psaki deliver in-depth analysis and reporting on the Iowa caucuses. Jason Johnson, Heather McGhee, Governor Asa Hutchinson and Howard Dean join.2024-01-1641 minThe Beat with Ari MelberLiz Cheney's full MSNBC interview with Ari MelberIn this podcast extra, MSNBC's Liz Cheney joins for a wide-ranging interview on Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and ongoing trials, lessons from the Jan. 6 probe and former Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s retirement. Plus, hear Ari Melber's special report on Donald Trump's coup plot that aired in July 2022.2023-12-111h 03The Beat with Ari MelberReport: Trump attempting to "relitigate" debunked election claimsMSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, November 29, and reports on the latest in the Israel-Hamas war and Donald Trump. Plus, MSNBC’s Alex Wagner and Singer-Songwriter Neffy join for the latest “Fallback” installment. Maya Wiley, Alex Wagner and Martin Fletcher join.2023-11-3041 minThe Beat with Ari MelberJudge: RICO trial for two Trump co-defendants to start Oct. 23MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, September 14, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal battles, Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Hunter Biden's indictment. Plus, Memphis Bleek and MSNBC’s Jason Johnson “Fallback” with Melber. Eugene Daniels, David Kelley and Kristy Greenberg also join.2023-09-1541 minThe Rachel Maddow ShowMSNBC's special coverage of the arrest and booking of Donald TrumpRachel Maddow leads the MSNBC prime time panel in extended live coverage of this historic event.
2023-08-252h 20The Beat with Ari MelberWoodward breaks down "Trump Tapes" on MSNBCIn this special edition of “The Beat,” journalist Bob Woodward joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber. Woodward discusses the interviews he did with Donald Trump during his presidency. Melber also breaks down a key period of the pandemic, playing excerpts of Woodward’s tapes and other source material to offer a broader look at Trump’s handling of the crisis, which is newly relevant as Trump runs to return to the White House.2023-07-1241 min
Into AmericaBONUS: Understanding Affirmative ActionThis week, the US Supreme Court struck down the use of Affirmative Action in higher education, in one of the most widely watched cases of the summer. As part of his television reporting, Trymaine Lee had a conversation with professor Cara McClellan of the University of Pennsylvania’s law school in the lead up to the decision. They talked about the history of this policy, as well as the stakes of losing it. And we wanted to share the conversation with you here on the pod as well. For more analysis of the Supreme Court decisio...2023-06-3017 minThe Beat with Ari MelberSupreme Court ends affirmative action todayMSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, June 29, and reports on the Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action and the latest on Trump’s legal battles. Plus, MSNBC's Nicolle Wallace discusses her interview with President Biden. Jelani Cobb, Deborah Archer and Derrick Johnson also join.2023-06-3041 minThe Beat with Ari MelberTom Hanks on ‘progress’ and characters who do what’s right I MSNBC Summit SeriesIn this podcast extra, revered actor Tom Hanks joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber for an in-depth conversation about his new novel, “The Making of Another Motion Picture Masterpiece,” his iconic films, doing the right thing, and who he thinks should play him in a biopic. This is a new installment of The Summit Series with Ari Melber, featuring discussions with leaders at the summit of their fields.2023-05-1744 minThe Beat with Ari MelberLogic and Ari Melber get real on rap, race & growthIn this podcast extra, Rapper Logic opens up about mental health in this candid conversation with MSNBC’s Ari Melber, and discusses his struggle to be accepted within the hip hop community. Logic also reflects on his rap idols like RZA, Black Thought and Eminem and learning to embrace his inner “nerd.” Plus, hear a special behind the scenes moment where Logic and Melber collaborate on a new beat in the latest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. See more conversations at msnbc.com/mavericks.2023-05-1250 minThe Beat with Ari MelberOscar winner Michelle Yeoh on disrupting Hollywood from martial arts to sci-fiIn this podcast extra, Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh gets personal in discussing her career path, family, disrupting stereotypes and taking risks in this extensive conversation with MSNBC’s Ari Melber for the newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. See more conversations with artists, musicians and cultural icons at msnbc.com/mavericks.2023-05-0535 minThe Beat with Ari MelberHear Ted Cruz caught on tape plotting ‘step two’ of Jan. 6 CoupIn this podcast extra and MSNBC exclusive, you'll hear MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber report on new tape recordings of Sen. Ted Cruz and Fox's Maria Bartiromo. Cruz is caught pushing a fake “commission” to steal the 2020 election and outlining his plot just four days prior to January 6th, 2021.2023-04-2831 minVelshiAbortion Pill RulingAli Velshi is joined by Former Sen. Doug Jones, (D) Alabama, Irin Carmon, Senior Correspondent at New York Magazine, Nancy Northup, President & CEO at the Center for Reproductive Rights, David Cay Johnston, Professor & Distinguished Visiting Lecturer at Syracuse University College of Law, Michele Goodwin, Professor at University of California at Irvine Law, Lisa Rubin, MSNBC Legal Analyst, Rev. Al Sharpton, Host of MSNBC’s Politics Nation, Jalal Abukhater, Palestinian Writer based in Jerusalem, and Dan Kaufman, National Best-selling Author at ‘The Fall of Wisconsin: The Conservative Conquest of a Progressive Bastion and the Future of American Politics’.
2023-04-091h 23The Beat with Ari MelberTrump defense lawyer Joe Tacopina grilled by Ari Melber (Full MSNBC interview)Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 34 criminal charges of falsifying business records in a New York criminal court. In this podcast extra, you'll hear MSNBC’s Ari Melber interview Trump lawyer Joe Tacopina ahead of Trump’s arraignment.2023-04-0721 min
The Beat with Ari MelberBonus: Prosecuting Donald TrumpAs a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a preview from Prosecuting Donald Trump, a new original podcast series from MSNBC. Donald Trump became the first ex-president to be arraigned on criminal charges Tuesday. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us what happened inside that Manhattan courtroom, what stood out to them in the pages of the indictment and what it all tells us about how District Attorney Alvin Bragg plans to build his case. Listen to the first three episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/pdt_fd
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VelshiBonus: Prosecuting Donald TrumpAs a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a preview from Prosecuting Donald Trump, a new original podcast series from MSNBC. Donald Trump became the first ex-president to be arraigned on criminal charges Tuesday. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us what happened inside that Manhattan courtroom, what stood out to them in the pages of the indictment and what it all tells us about how District Attorney Alvin Bragg plans to build his case. Listen to the first three episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/pdt_fd
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Way Too Early with Ali VitaliBonus: Prosecuting Donald TrumpAs a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a preview from Prosecuting Donald Trump, a new original podcast series from MSNBC. Donald Trump became the first ex-president to be arraigned on criminal charges Tuesday. MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us what happened inside that Manhattan courtroom, what stood out to them in the pages of the indictment and what it all tells us about how District Attorney Alvin Bragg plans to build his case. Listen to the first three episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/pdt_fd
2023-04-0603 minVelshiINDICTMENT INCOMING?Katie Phang and Jonathan Capehart are in for Ali Velshi and are joined by MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell, MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow, NBC’s Garrett Haake, NBC’s Michael Beschloss, NBC’s Julie Tsirkin, Executive Editor,NewYorker.com David Rohde, Donald Trump’s former personal attorney Michael Cohen, Fmr. Homeland Security Advisor and Counterterrorism Advisor to VP Mike Pence Olivia Troye, Sen. Tina Smith (D- MN), Advisor of Renew Democracy Initiative Rina Shah, NBC News Senior Politics Editor Digital Amanda Terkel, Fmr. Asst. Watergate Special Prosecutor Jill Wine-Banks, Fmr. Asst District Attorney for Manhattan DA Rebecca Roiphe, Pulitzer Prize-winning...2023-03-181h 32The Beat with Ari MelberTrump defense lawyer Joe Tacopina grilled by Ari Melber (Full MSNBC interview)Trump lawyer Joe Tacopina joins MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber on “The Beat” as criminal charges against Trump are “likely” according to The New York Times. Plus, hear Fmr. Watergate prosecutor Nick Akerman and Washington Post political reporter Libby Casey join Melber on "The Beat" the following evening to discuss Tacopina's interview and the Trump probe.2023-03-1742 minThe Beat with Ari MelberCPAC gathering amps up culture attacksMSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, March 3, and reports on the culture wars at CPAC, the Jan. 6 probe, and Dominion’s billion-dollar defamation lawsuit against Fox News. Plus, Melber is joined by Russian novelist Gary Shteyngart and MSNBC Host Chris Hayes for “Fallback Friday.” Joyce Vance, Bill Kristol, Joan Walsh, and Brittney Cooper also join.2023-03-0441 minThe Beat with Ari MelberCriminal probe gets closer to TrumpMSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, February 16, and reports on the Fulton grand jury report and President Biden’s comments on the unidentified objects shot down by fighter jets. Plus, legendary hip-hop artist, actor and businessman 50 Cent joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber to discuss his new broadcast deal and more. Rep. Adam Schiff also joins.2023-02-1740 minVelshiDEMOCRATS MAINTAIN THE SENATEAli Velshi is joined by Columnist & Editor, MSNBC Daily Hayes Brown, NBC News Presidential Historian Michael Beschloss, host of "Politics Nation" on MSNBC Reverend Al Sharpton, Niece of Donald Trump & Host of ‘The Mary Trump Show’ podcast Mary Trump, Fmr. Republican Congressman & Host of ‘White Flag with Joe Walsh’ Fmr. Rep. Joe Walsh , Opinion Writer with The Washington Post Jennifer Rubin, Trump’s Fmr. Personal Attorney & Host of ‘Mea Culpa’ podcast & Author of “REVENGE” Michael Cohen, Nevada Secretary of State- Elect Cisco Aguilar (D), Michigan Secretary of StateJocelyn Benson (D), Investigative Reporter at Reckon News & author of “NO CHOICE” Becca Andrews, Research Fe...2022-11-141h 33VelshiSam Stein is in for Ali VelshiSam Stein speaks with Daniel S. Goldman, Former House Impeachment Inquiry Majority Counsel, Rep. Ann McLane, (D) New Hampshire, Rep. Peter Welch, (D) Vermont, Clint Watts, NBC News & MSNBC National Security Analyst, Barbara McQuade, MSNBC Legal Analyst, Philip Bump, National Correspondent at The Washington Post, Michael Steele, Former RNC Chairman, Dr. Peter Hotez, Co-Director of the Center for Vaccine Development at Texas Children’s Hospital, Sapphire Garcia-Lies, President of Kansas Birth Justice Society, and Elizabeth Nash, Principal Policy Associate of State Issues at Guttmacher Institute.
2022-07-241h 30VelshiMichael Steele is in for Ali Velshi and reports the latest on the January 6 Insurrection and moreMichael Steele is joined by Politico National Correspondent and MSNBC Contributor Betsy Woodruff Swan, MSNBC Legal Analyst and Fmr. U.S. Attorney for Michigan Barbara McQuade, Rep. Ann Kuster (D-NH), Professor of History at NYU Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Fmr. Homeland Security Advisor and Counterterror Advisor to VP Pence Olivia Troye, Senior Columnist at Bloomberg Opinion and MSNBC Political Analyst Tim O’Brien, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D), Fmr. Rep. Joe Walsh (R- IL), Rep. Stacey E. Plaskett (D – U.S. Virgin Islands), and NBC News’ Antonia Hylton, Ellison Barber, and Stephanie Stanton
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The Rachel Maddow ShowPost-Hearing Analysis with Rachel Maddow and MSNBC’s Team of Experts (Hearing #1, 6/9/22)Rachel Maddow is joined by her MSNBC colleagues and a range of expert guests to analyze the first hearing presenting the findings of the investigation by the January 6th Committee.
2022-06-1054 minVelshiAlicia Menendez is in for Ali Velshi, and reports live from Uvalde, TXAlicia Menendez is joined by NBC News’ Ken Dilanian, Liz McLaughlin, Erin McLaughlin, Deon Hampton, Sam Brock, Shaquille Brewster, NBC News/MSNBC Terrorism Analyst and Ret. ATF Special Agent in Charge Jim Cavanaugh, MSNBC Political Analyst and Fmr. United States Secretary of Housing & Urban Development Julian Castro, Brennan Center Fellow Eric Ruben, TX State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, Co-Founder & CEO of Sandy Hook Promise Nicole Hockley, Former Acting Assistant Attorney General for National Security at the U.S. Department of Justice and MSNBC Political Analyst Mary McCord, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Guns Down America Igor Volsky, and Co-Founder of Orange Ri...2022-05-281h 30VelshiAli Velshi is back in New York CityAli Velshi is joined by NBC’s Raf Sanchez and Kelly Cobiella, Lt. Col. (Ret) Alexander Vindman, Politico National Correspondent Betsy Woodruff Swan, Ukrainian Parliament Member Inna Sovsun, MSNBC Political Analyst and Publisher of The.Ink Anand Giridharadas, Rep. Stacey E. Plaskett (D – U.S. Virgin Islands), Founding Director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Earth Institute and NBC/MSNBC Public Health Analyst Dr. Irwin Redlener, Principal Policy Associate for State Issues at the Guttmacher Institute Elizabeth Nash, and the Director of the Feminist Majority Foundation’s National Clinical Access Project duVergne Gaines.
2022-04-231h 28VelshiSpecial Guest HostMaria Teresa Kumar is joined by Oleksandra Matviichuk, Chair at The Center for Civil Liberties, Lisa Yasko, Member of the Parliament of Ukraine, Dr. Ebony Hilton, MSNBC Medical Contributor, Toby Fricker, Chief of Communications and Partnerships at UNICEF, David Miliband, President & CEO of International Rescue Committee, Isabelle Khurshudyan, Washington Post Foreign Correspondent, Clint Watts, NBC News & MSNBC National Security Analyst, Joyce Vance, University of Alabama School of Law Professor, and Marina Jenkins, Director of Litigation & Policy at the National Democratic Redistricting Committee.
2022-04-181h 24Into AmericaThe Re-Freshed Prince of Bel-AirIn March of 2019, Morgan Cooper dropped a video on YouTube that quickly went viral. It was a short film that he made as a passion project, after he was struck with a flash of inspiration: What if the 90’s classic The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air were updated for the 21st century? Within 24 hours of posting his project online, Cooper got a call from Westbrook, the production company owned by Will and Jada Pinkett-Smith. Will Smith had seen the video, liked what he saw, and wanted to know what Cooper’s plans were. In short order, Smith flew Coope...2022-03-1047 minInto AmericaRev. Sharpton, Ben Crump, and the Pursuit of JusticeLooking back on 2021, it felt like maybe Black Americans got closer to knowing justice.In April, Derek Chauvin was found guilty of murdering George Floyd. And the day before Thanksgiving, three white men were found guilty of murdering Ahmaud Arbery. But 2021 wasn’t all about victories. Last month, a jury in Wisconsin cleared Kyle Rittenhouse of multiple homicide charges after he shot and killed two people at a Black Lives Matter protest in 2020. Rittenhouse, who says he brought a semi-automatic rifle to the protest to “protect property,” successfully argued that he fired his weapon in self-defense...2021-12-0931 min
Kamala: Next in LineSpecial Preview: New MSNBC PodcastMSNBC anchor Ayman Mohyeldin gives a special preview of “American Radical,” MSNBC’s newest podcast, which he hosts. In this five-part original series, Ayman explores the story of Rosanne Boyland, a woman from his own hometown who became a foot soldier in one of the most dangerous movements in America and died at the Capitol on January 6th. Listen to the first episode and follow or subscribe to the series: https://link.chtbl.com/americanradical_feedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-12-0602 minVelshiSpecial Preview: New MSNBC PodcastMSNBC anchor Ayman Mohyeldin gives a special preview of “American Radical,” MSNBC’s newest podcast, which he hosts. In this five-part original series, Ayman explores the story of Rosanne Boyland, a woman from his own hometown who became a foot soldier in one of the most dangerous movements in America and died at the Capitol on January 6th. Listen to the first episode and follow or subscribe to the series: https://link.chtbl.com/americanradical_feed2021-12-0602 minVelshiSubpoena PowerAli Velshi is joined by House Select Committe Member Rep. Pete Aguilar, Senator Debbie Stabenow, Rep. Mondaire Jones, NIH Director Francis Collins, NPR political correspondent Asma Khalid, historian Anne Applebaum, Dr. Ebony Hilton, MSNBC producer and blogger Steve Benen, Interim President and CEO of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute DeJuana Thompson, and MSNBC Dailey editor Hayes Brown.
2021-08-011h 23Into AmericaA VerdictThree hundred and thirty-one days ago, Derek Chauvin put his knee on the neck of George Floyd for 9 minutes and 29 seconds. George Floyd took his last breath on his stomach, hands cuffed behind his back.His death, captured on cell phone video by 17-year-old Darnella Frazier, sparked a summer of unrest and calls to abolish the police around the country. This week, after a televised trial and around 11 hours of deliberation, the jury found Derek Chauvin guilty of all three charges he faced: second- and third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. It was the first time in Minn...2021-04-2229 minVelshiCaught, Cornered, and Digging InAli Velshi is joined by Georgia State Representative Erica Thomas, Black Voters Matter co-founder LaTosha Brown, The 19th’s Errin Haines, the Washington Post’s Jennifer Rubin, retired police captain Sonia Pruitt, former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance, Washington Post reporter Michael Scherer, former Citigroup executive Ray McGuire, MSNBC’s Richard Lui, and Dax Valdes from Hollaback bystander training.
2021-04-041h 22VelshiHelp is NeededPresident Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were already planning to visit Atlanta as part of their ‘Help is here’ tour promoting the just-passed Covid-19 relief bill. But after eight people in the Atlanta area – most of them Asian American women – were gunned down amid a wave of anti-Asian violence around the country, Biden and Harris turned their attention to the AAPI community where help is needed. Ali Velshi covers this story and much more as he’s joined by Congresswoman Judy Chu, Congressman Andy Kim, figure skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi, Nobel Peace Prize nominee Amanda Nguyen, Georgia State Sena...2021-03-201h 20VelshiIntroducing: VelshiMSNBC anchor Ali Velshi brings his sharp analysis and perspective to weekend mornings.
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Into AmericaBONUS: Not the LastIn a bonus for Into America listeners, Trymaine Lee joins Joy Reid, host of the podcast Kamala: Next In Line in a roundtable discussion.Kamala Harris has been elected the 49th Vice President of the United States. So what comes next? Joy speaks with Pulitzer Prize winner, opinion writer for The Washington Post and an MSNBC contributor, Jonathan Capehart, editor at large at the 19th, and MSNBC contributor Errin Haynes and Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award winner, MSNBC correspondent and host of Into America, Trymaine Lee. Listen and subscribe to the series: https://link.chtbl.com/description-kamala2021-01-1541 min
Kamala: Next in LineMSNBC Presents: Season 4 of The Oath with Chuck RosenbergAs a bonus for Kamala: Next In Line listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of “The Oath with Chuck Rosenberg.” “The Oath” returns for Season 4 with more revealing conversations with fascinating men and women who took an oath to serve America. In the first episode, Chuck talks with former FBI Director, Robert Mueller, about his service in Vietnam and his ascent through the Justice Department to become the FBI Director. Listen to the first episode and subscribe to the series: https://link.chtbl.com/oath_s4_feed 2020-12-0203 minKamala: Next in LineBONUS: Kamala Harris and the Rainbow Sign - Into AmericaAs a bonus for “Kamala: Next in Line” listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of “Into America,” a podcast from MSNBC that’s hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Trymaine Lee. The latest episode explores the little-known story of a place that shaped Kamala Harris’ identity – the Rainbow Sign. It was a Black cultural center in Berkeley, California that opened its doors in 1971 and welcomed the likes of James Baldwin, Nina Simone, and Shirley Chisholm. Odette Pollar, whose mother Mary Ann Pollar who founded Rainbow Sign in 1971, tells Trymaine what the center was like during its brief but influential lifespan. And Dezie...2020-11-2006 minKamala: Next in LineNot the LastA nation has voted - and Kamala Harris and Joe Biden are heading to the White House. So what comes next? Joy speaks with MSNBC contributors Jonathan Capehart and Errin Haines, and host of the podcast Into America, Trymaine Lee.All episodes are now available ad-free on Wondery+ or on Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription. Join Wondery+ here: https://wondery.app.link/nextinlineSupport the show by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...2020-11-1641 min
Into AmericaI Have Your BackWhen Joe Biden addressed the nation for the first time as president-elect, he singled out the Black community for helping him throughout his campaign, and he made a promise. "You’ve always had my back,” he said, pounding on the lectern. “And I’ll have yours.” Host Trymaine Lee takes a closer look at this line from Joe Biden’s speech, first by digging into how Black voters helped push Biden to victory. Brittany Smalls, statewide coordinator in Pennsylvania for Black Voters Matter talks about the work it took on the ground to get Black Americans to the polls. 2020-11-1229 min
Into AmericaInto Getting Black Men to the PollsIn the last days of the 2020 election, both campaigns are targeting a crucial demographic: Black men. While Black men do vote overwhelmingly Democratic, some polling shows President Trump has made inroads with young Black men and Republicans are hoping to capitalize on that momentum. The Biden team is making a push to get the Black men who may have sat out in 2016, and bringing out former President Barack Obama to campaign in Pennsylvania. To understand why this is a key group in 2020, and game out some scenarios, Trymaine Lee talks with Cornell Belcher, Democratic pollster, NBC News...2020-10-2323 min
Bag ManIntroducing Kamala: Next in LineAs a bonus for Bag Man listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of Kamala: Next in Line, a six-part podcast from MSNBC and Wondery that goes inside the cross-cultural journey that led Senator Kamala Harris from her humble roots to become the first African-American woman to be the Vice Presidential nominee for a major party. From Oakland to Howard University, and California to Washington DC, experience her story as it has never been told before. Hosted by MSNBC's Joy Reid, the show features exclusive interviews with those who know her best, painting a picture of a woman who ha...2020-10-0505 min
Into AmericaInto the Black Doctors Vetting the VaccineFor six months, people across the country have been waiting for the same lifeline: a vaccine for the coronavirus. The U.S. government has pledged $10 billion to help drug makers develop and distribute a vaccine in record time through “Operation Warp Speed.” But the emphasis on swiftness has left some people worried about the vaccine’s safety and efficacy. California and New York have said they will assemble their own independent task forces to vet the vaccine, and recently, the National Medical Association, the oldest and largest organization for Black physicians, has said they will do the same...2020-10-0225 min
Into AmericaInto the Presidential Debate: Race, Protests and PoliceTuesday night, Democratic nominee Joe Biden and President Trump met in Cleveland, Ohio for the first Presidential Debate of 2020. For 90 minutes, the candidates debated topics ranging from the Supreme Court to COVID-19, as well as one segment on race and policing. It was during that section that President Trump made the biggest news of the night in refusing to denounce white supremacists. He told the Proud Boys, a violent hate group, to “stand back and stand by.” Trump’s spokespeople have since claimed the president meant to tell them to “stand down,” but that’s not how social media...2020-10-0125 min
Into AmericaInto the V.P. Pick: Kamala HarrisJoe Biden finally has a running mate: Senator Kamala Harris. The Senator from California is the first Black woman on a presidential ticket in U.S. history. Biden promised to pick a woman back in March, and over the past few months, calls for him to choose a Black woman grew louder. Harris is a moderate choice by Biden, a moderate Democratic candidate. She was District Attorney in San Francisco and Attorney General of California before being elected to the Senate in 2017. Last year, Senator Harris was part of the most diverse group ever to...2020-08-1222 min
Into AmericaInto Joy Reid’s Primetime MomentGrowing up, Joy Reid loved to watch the news with her mother – and even remembers staying up late to watch coverage of the Iran Hostage Crisis as a middle schooler. Along the course of her career, Joy’s worked in local news, as a press secretary for the 2008 Obama campaign, and written books on American politics.And she recently became the host of a new primetime show on MSNBC: The ReidOut, which premiered on July 20th with big-name guests such as Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden. More than 2.5 million people tuned in.This is Joy’s thir...2020-08-0626 min
Into AmericaMorgan Freeman Reads the Last Words of John LewisThe late Civil Rights icon and Georgia Congressman John Lewis was laid to rest on Thursday. But he had one final thing to say. John Lewis’ last words appeared in The New York Times on Thursday in an essay titled “Together, You Can Redeem the Soul of Our Nation.” John Lewis wrote the essay shortly before his death and requested that it be published on the day of his funeral. In this bonus episode of Into America, Academy Award winning actor Morgan Freeman reads the final words of his friend John Lewis. This reading was record...2020-07-3107 min
Into AmericaInto a New Generation of Black CandidatesAs people look to sustain the movement for racial justice, they are turning to the ballot box. Hundreds of Black candidates are running in local races, state races, and Congressional races all across the country in 2020. After weeks of protest, will we see a wave of Black candidates elected as an answer to those calls for change? Host Trymaine Lee speaks with two women who are trying to bring racial justice to the electoral system. Political strategist Jessica Byrd felt called into the movement while watching the Ferguson uprisings, and Sybrina Fulton’s journey through ac...2020-06-2626 min
Into AmericaInto Coalition Building with Bishop BarberWith national protests and wide social unrest, 2020 feels to some like 1968. That year, at the height of the Civil Rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr. launched The Poor People’s Campaign. He called for a revolution around economic justice and a movement to unite people against poverty, racism, and other forms of oppression. In 2018, organizers resurrected the cause, re-establishing The Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival. Host Trymaine Lee talks to Rev. Dr. William J Barber II, president of Repairers of the Breach and Co-Chair of the Poor People's Campaign about the importance of b...2020-06-1926 min
Into AmericaInto the Movement for Ahmaud ArberyAhmaud Arbery was shot and killed on February 23rd in Brunswick, Georgia. His family says he was going on a one of his regular jogs through his suburban neighborhood when two armed white men, a father and son, Gregory and Travis McMichael, confronted him on a shady street. The men claim they thought Arbery was a burglary suspect, that he went for Travis’s gun and that they were acting in self defense. The killing didn’t garner widespread attention until last week, when a grainy cell phone video showing the altercation and the last moments of Arbe...2020-05-1219 min
Into AmericaInto Life and Loss in a PandemicThere are moments in life that call for celebration and communion. When a baby is born and when a loved one dies, we cook meals, share stories and help out where we can. These moments of life and death are the moments that pull us together. But in the age of COVID-19, we are told to keep our distance. To prevent the spread of the virus, hospitals around the country are placing restrictions on who can be present in the delivery room. And there are limits on who can remain by the side of someone who is...2020-04-0226 min