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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was arrested today by British law enforcement on suspicion of misconduct in public office connected to his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Raf Sanchez joins us from London to explain how Britain is reacting to the unprecedented arrest of a former royal. Plus, the ripple effects from the latest trove of Epstein documents are spreading from Wall Street to Hollywood to Washington, D.C. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles joins us to break down the high-profile resignations, the sworn congressional testimonies, and the question everyone’s asking: Who’s next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified today in a landmark trial over whether social media platforms were designed to be addictive to kids. A now-20-year-old plaintiff claims that years on the apps worsened her depression. Meta and Google deny the claims, pointing to built-in safety features. NBC News Senior Legal Correspondent Laura Jarrett explains how this case could reshape the rules for Big Tech and the kids who use it. Plus, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is weighing in on the clash between CBS and Stephen Colbert, after the network’s lawyers urged him not to air an interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, a Democrat, citing the FCC’s “equal time” rule. NBC News Business Reporter Allie Canal breaks down the implications, for late night and legacy media, of upholding this rule during an election year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. and Iran were back at the negotiating table for a second round of nuclear talks, even as tensions outside the room continue to rise. These negotiations come after Iran’s deadly crackdown over the nationwide uprising, where over 7,000 people were killed, according to the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency. NBC News Digital’s international editor and reporter Babak Dehghanpisheh joins the pod to break down whether these talks are a genuine off-ramp from conflict in the shadow of possible escalation. And in China, hundreds of millions of people are on the move for the Lunar New Year, the world’s largest annual migration. The holiday blends family reunions, gift-giving and a massive travel surge, with consumers expected to spend more than $140 billion on trips, meals and presents. NBC News Correspondent Janis Makey Frayer joins the pod to talk about how Chinese officials are banking on a burst of consumer spending to jump-start an economy losing steam. And what better time to do it than the Year of the Fire Horse, a symbol of raw energy, bold risk and big swings. Plus, Olympic gold medalist Elana Meyers Taylor joins us to talk about motherhood and the monobob, and we remember a Civil Rights icon, Rev. Jesse Jackson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More than any other president in recent history, President Trump has focused on changing the White House and also Washington, D.C., to his liking. In just a year, in the mode of a true real estate developer with a strong brand sensibility, Trump has gilded the Oval Office, paved over the Rose Garden, demolished the East Wing, planned a giant new ballroom and put his name on the Kennedy Center. But is his renovation fever really “unprecedented”? NBC Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell and NBC News Presidential Historian Michael Beschloss join us for a special President’s Day episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Israel and Gaza enter the second phase of the U.S.-brokered peace plan, the authority over Palestinian-controlled land continues to be a key dispute. In the West Bank, Israel just expanded its enforcement authority over land use and planning in areas run by the Palestinian Authority, lifting long-standing restrictions on land sales to Israeli Jews in what some critics are calling a “de facto annexation.” NBC News Foreign Correspondent Matt Bradley explains what this means for people in the region, a potential two-state solution and the future of an Israel-Palestinian peace deal. Plus, social media companies are on trial in California and New Mexico over separate claims that the platforms are harming children. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, who brought the state’s case against Meta over claims of sexual exploitation on Instagram and Facebook, explains what regulation is needed to protect kids online. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBC News’ “Meet the Press” moderator Kristen Welker sat down for an exclusive interview with Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodriguez and U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright in Caracas to talk about the future of Venezuela. Welker joins the podcast to explain how Rodriguez balances her relationship with the U.S. and her allegiance to the ousted President Nicolás Maduro, and what Wright says about who is running Venezuela and U.S. leverage in the country. Plus, border czar Tom Homan announced the end of Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. NBC News News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley explains how this withdrawal is part of the Trump administration’s larger immigration and border security strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new NBC News Decision Desk poll powered by SurveyMonkey shows that President Trump’s overall approval rating has fallen to its lowest point in his second term. NBC News Data Analyst Steve Kornacki and Senior National Politics Reporter Natasha Korecki break down the numbers, looking into how the surge in immigration operations in Minnesota and the deaths of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti impacted the ratings and how Americans and Minnesotans are feeling about ICE ahead of the midterms. Plus, NBC News National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter explains how small clues from surveillance cameras could help investigators find the abductors of Nancy Guthrie, 11 days after her disappearance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After 10 days, the FBI has released the first photos and videos of a potential subject in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “TODAY” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. NBC News Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell joins us from Tucson, Arizona, to discuss how the images are changing the investigation on the ground. Plus, lawmakers on Capitol Hill grilled top Department of Homeland Security officials about immigration operations in Minnesota, while congressional negotiations to fund DHS past a Friday deadline continue. Capitol Hill Correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains why closed-door dealmaking could be a good sign that Republicans and Democrats might be able to come to an agreement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The House Oversight Committee deposed Ghislaine Maxwell this morning, seeking more information in their probe into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. But Maxwell’s deposition was over as soon as it began: she invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles explains why Congress is still pushing for more information about Epstein, including getting a peek at the unredacted files released thus far, despite President Trump saying it’s time to move on. Plus, Olympic Alpine skier Breezy Johnson talks about the race where she earned Team USA’s first gold medal in Cortina – and how Lindsey Vonn was rooting for her even after her crash.Due to an editing error, a previous version of this episode incorrectly suggested that Maxwell initiated a meeting with the House Oversight Committee on Feb. 9. In July last year, Maxwell initiated a meeting with DOJ officials, including Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, not the House Oversight Committee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Democratic primary in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, a seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, is still too close to call. But NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki says the early returns indicate a “political earthquake,” and he joins the show to explain what this portends for Democrats in the midterm season to come. Plus, the American Gaming Association estimates that Americans will wager a record $1.76 billion on the Super Bowl through legal sportsbooks — despite the fact that sports betting is still illegal in many states. NBC News Business Reporter Allie Canal explains how prediction markets, a growing phenomenon, sidestep regulations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"NBC Nightly News" anchor Tom Llamas sat down with President Donald Trump this week to discuss the economy, immigration enforcement, and lots more. He talks with Yas about what went on behind the scenes and his takeaways from the interview. Plus, NBC Sports’ Rebecca Lowe breaks down which athletes to watch at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, the storylines to know and whether “Heated Rivalry” might bring more new eyes to hockey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nightly News Anchor Tom Llamas had an exclusive sit-down with President Trump, where they discussed immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, and much more. In today’s episode of Here’s the Scoop, dropping later today, we’ll sit down with Tom to discuss his key takeaways. In the meantime, we’re sharing their interview as it was broadcast on Top Story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"TODAY" Co-Anchor Savannah Guthrie will no longer co-host the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games, as the investigation into her mother’s disappearance continues. NBC News National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter explains what we know about the efforts to find 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, and Correspondent Liz Kreutz shares how the community in Tucson, Arizona, is reacting to her possible abduction. Plus, after two separate incidents in the Persian Gulf this week, tensions between the U.S. and Iran are high. NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel comes to us from Iran with analysis on what that means for talks planned for this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is defending her presence at an FBI raid on a Georgia election hub last week, saying that election security is part of her role. NBC News reporter Dan DeLuce explains why her involvement is raising questions, especially given Georgia’s place at the center of President Trump’s attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Plus, there’s a new social media in town – for artificial intelligence agents. NBC News AI reporter Jared Perlo explains how AI agents created Moltbook, what their internal chats are about – and why AI researchers are watching the site so closely. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democrats are pushing for changes at the Department of Homeland Security before they agree to fund the department. Capitol Hill Correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains how the dealmaking over the shutdown has created a divide between Senate and House Democrats and why some Republicans might be open to changes at DHS. Also, the Justice Department says the latest Epstein document release will not lead to any criminal investigations. News Now Anchor and Senior Washington Correspondent Hallie Jackson breaks down why victims of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are threatening legal action against DOJ. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who has resisted Trump’s demands for the Fed to lower interest rates. NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans explains how Warsh secured the president's backing and why there could be Senate pushback to his confirmation. Plus: President Trump has not ruled out military action against Iran after the regime’s deadly crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests there. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Molly Hunter spoke with Iranian protesters about the sacrifices they've made and their vision for regime change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trump administration is signaling a tactical reset in Minnesota, but not a retreat. Border czar Tom Homan says he wants to return to "targeted" enforcement, and even floated the possibility of a drawdown in the Twin Cities. NBC News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley explains what that could look like in practice -- and why Homan is back on top of the Trump administration's immigration operation. Plus, a new report from Common Sense Media finds that more than a third of boys ages 11 to 17 have gambled in the past year. NBC News Now Daily Anchor Kate Snow explains why this could be the next mental health crisis for teenage boys. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After deadly shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis, Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Thom Tillis of North Carolina have publicly called for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to step down, marking a rare break with the administration. Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles discusses whether their criticism is a sign of growing unease over enforcement tactics and accountability within the GOP and whether criticism of Department of Homeland Security policies could affect a key spending vote this week. Then, NBC News NOW anchor Savannah Sellers explains what’s at stake in a landmark case against social media companies, which are being sued over claims that they knowingly built addictive platforms linked to depression, eating disorders and self-harm for kids. While TikTok and Snap have already settled, Google and Meta now face a trial that could force Silicon Valley and Washington to rethink how social media is built. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trump administration is reshuffling the deck on immigration enforcement: Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino has been ousted from his role in Minnesota, border czar Tom Homan is going in. NBC News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley breaks down what this signals about the direction and durability of Operation Metro Surge and why bodycam footage from the shooting of Alex Pretti may test calls for a full investigation. Plus: Phase 2 of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza is now within reach, after the remains of the final hostage killed after being kidnapped on Oct. 7, 2023, were returned to Tel Aviv on Monday. NBC News Foreign Correspondent Matt Bradley breaks down what a possible partial reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing into Egypt could mean for Gazans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Minnesota is once again a national flashpoint after ICU nurse Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal officers on Saturday, setting off a new wave of protests. Joining the pod is Jana Shortal, anchor of Breaking the News on KARE-11, our NBC affiliate in the Twin Cities. She describes what she saw on the ground shortly after Pretti’s death, how she was pepper-sprayed while clearly credentialed as press, and how Minnesotans are being impacted by the ongoing confrontations with ICE. Then NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake breaks down why President Trump is sending border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota and whether Pretti’s death could lead to a shift in DHS strategy in the state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hazardous ice, heavy snow and brutal temperatures are expected across half of the United States in this weekend’s potentially historic winter storm. Over a dozen states have declared emergencies, but one of the biggest concerns is Texas, which suffered a devastating and deadly power grid failure five years ago. NBC News Correspondent Ryan Chandler talks to guest host Laura Jarrett about the improvements the state has made and how residents can stay safe. Plus, protests and anger over Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations have flared again in Minneapolis, after a 5-year-old boy was detained in his driveway, according to a local school superintendent. NBC News Correspondent Maggie Vespa joins us from Minneapolis, where she pressed federal officials about the child’s detainment and explains why locals are worried about long-term operations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Texas courtroom was stunned when a jury acquitted a former Uvalde school police officer of all charges over his response to the 2022 mass shooting. A second officer still faces trial over his response. NBC News Legal Analyst Misty Marris joins guest host Laura Jarrett to explain why legal experts were not surprised and what the verdict could mean for similar cases to come. Plus, President Donald Trump offered few details when he announced a potential deal with NATO for Greenland. What do Greenlanders think about this? NBC News Correspondent Ellison Barber joins from the capital, Nuuk, to share why residents are only cautiously optimistic, but preparing for the worst. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Speaking to a room full of European leaders at the World Economic Forum today, President Trump blasted Europe, saying “it’s not headed in the right direction.” But he seemed to back down on his threat to take over Greenland through military force. NBC News Chief White House Correspondent Peter Alexander joins guest host Laura Jarrett to explain how the Greenland controversy is playing out at the global economic summit. Plus, the conservative Heritage Foundation think tank recently released a report suggesting that the government should encourage Americans to get married and have babies – including by hosting marriage bootcamps and giving newlyweds cash. But what’s really behind the group’s goal? NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen shares his reporting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Donald Trump is heading to Davos, Switzerland, to meet with world leaders at the World Economic Forum, after tensions with European leaders ramped up this weekend over text messages. Why is Trump icing out America’s closest allies just before he meets them face-to-face? NBC News White House Correspondent Monica Alba joins guest host Laura Jarrett to preview the president’s trip. Plus, the Supreme Court is weighing the fate of key pieces of Trump’s economic agenda. As the court gets ready to deliver its decision about his sweeping tariffs, it will also hear oral arguments over the president’s ability to legally fire a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans breaks down what this could mean for businesses and markets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From the outside, TOMS founder Blake Mycoskie is the ideal of entrepreneurial success. He founded TOMS shoes in 2006, pioneering the “buy one, give one” business model: For every pair of shoes a customer bought, the company donated a pair to a child in need. TOMS inspired a slew of socially responsible companies, but Mycoskie says after he sold the company in 2019, he fell into a deep depression. Now, he’s back with a new venture aimed at promoting mental health awareness. Mycoskie joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to talk about the mission behind ENOUGH, his own mental health journey, how he uses AI therapy and why corporate social responsibility seems to be out of fashion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As President Donald Trump threatens tariffs on countries that don’t support his plan to take over Greenland, a bipartisan delegation of U.S. lawmakers is in Denmark meeting with legislators there. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles joins us from Copenhagen to talk about what he’s hearing from Danish lawmakers and locals alike. Back in the U.S., Congress is considering a social media ban for teens, potentially following in Australia’s footsteps. Congressional Correspondent Julie Tsirkin explains what’s at stake. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New reporting from NBC Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley shows that as the Immigration and Customs Enforcement was rushing to add 100,000 new officers, an artificial intelligence error with their applications sent some into field offices without proper training. In the wake of another shooting by federal officers in Minneapolis, Julia joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to talk about how that’s playing out in cities across the country. Then, Senior Correspondent Tom Costello joins to break down why NASA brought four astronauts home from the International Space Station early and how their return could impact upcoming missions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Six prosecutors in the Minnesota U-S Attorney’s Office have stepped down over concerns about the investigation into Renee Good’s death. NBC News Correspondent Shaq Brewster reports on how community members are taking to the streets, and NBC News Legal Analyst Misty Marris breaks down what rights citizens have when it comes to monitoring ICE. Plus, NBC News National Security Reporter Gordon Lubold explains what military action the U.S. is considering in Iran, as the president tells protestors that, “help is on the way.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The final Consumer Price Index report of 2025 showed that inflation remains stubborn. Prices rose 2.7% in December compared to a year ago. NBC News Senior National Politics Reporter Jon Allen joins from Michigan, where President Trump spoke on his administration’s plan for the economy. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court heard arguments on whether states can ban transgender women from competing on female sports teams. Sruti Swaminathan, a senior staff attorney with the ACLU, joins to talk about their work with the plaintiffs in the cases. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A slew of Democrats and several key Republicans are speaking out against the Justice Department’s probe of the Federal Reserve, warning it could undermine the central bank’s independence. Chair Jerome Powell insists this is really a pressure campaign. So, who blinks first, the Fed or the White House? NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake, who spoke with President Trump about it on the phone, and NBC News Business and Data Correspondent Brian Cheung join us to unpack it all. And President Trump is threatening action against Iran’s leadership after weeks of deadly protests in the country. Are we edging toward U.S. involvement and what would that mean? We’re joined by NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Protests flared overnight in Portland, Oregon, after a federal immigration stop ended in gunfire, leaving two people injured. Meanwhile, tensions are rising in Minneapolis after inflammatory remarks by the Trump administration about Renee Nicole Good, who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. Now, newly obtained cellphone video appears to show Good smiling just moments before she was killed. NBC News Senior National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter joins us to talk about why the situation seems to be escalating and what officials expect over the weekend. Plus, Iran has gone dark. The regime has imposed a sweeping internet blackout, cutting off access to WhatsApp, email and most international news, in response to mass protests entering their second week. NBC News Digital International Editor Babak Dehghanpisheh explains how U.S. foreign policy could be fanning the flames. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who represents Minnesota’s 5th District, where Minneapolis is located, joins the podcast to discuss how lawmakers are responding to federal authorities revoking access to evidence in yesterday’s fatal ICE shooting in the city. NBC News Correspondent Maggie Vespa reports from the ground about how the community is reacting to the death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother. Then: President Trump has been pushing the idea of the U.S. acquiring Greenland. With global crises raging from Venezuela to Russia, why Greenland, and why now? We break it down with Otto Svendsen, associate fellow with the Europe, Russia and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Protests broke out in Minneapolis on Wednesday afternoon after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed a woman, sparking outrage and urgent questions about what happened. Julia Ainsley, NBC News senior homeland security correspondent, joins us with the latest details. And the U.S. has seized two oil tankers, including one that's Russian-flagged, after a weeklong pursuit across the open ocean. NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube breaks down how the operation unfolded and what it means for U.S.-Russian relations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From overnight gunfire in Caracas to a tense political reset inside the country’s National Assembly, NBC News contributor Ana Vanessa Herrero describes what’s happening on the ground as power shifts in Venezuela. In the U.S., Congress is back in town with a loaded agenda and growing divisions. Lawmakers are split over how to respond to the administration’s capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, how to handle health care, a looming government shutdown and the commemoration of five years since the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the partisan divide and explains what’s at stake. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty in a U.S. federal court today, following their capture in Caracas over the weekend by the U.S. military. So, what does it take legally to arrest a sitting head of state? NBC News Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell joins the pod to break down the international law questions surrounding the arrest of Maduro, from sovereignty and head-of-state immunity to how far U.S. authority can reach. And Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel shares with us how people on the ground are reacting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Whether you're drowning in debt, living paycheck to paycheck, or have some extra cash but don’t know how to start saving, NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans has real, actionable steps to take control of your finances. From creating a budget that doesn't feel like a straitjacket to tackling those credit card bills that have been haunting you since last January, this is a “no shame, no judgment, just practical advice” safe space to help you start the new year feeling empowered instead of financially stressed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Democrats racked up big political wins in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia this year with a laser-focus on affordability, despite President Trump touting an “A+++++” economy. Now, heading into 2026, the question is: Whose message will be more compelling to voters in the November midterms? And what impact will that have on the administration? NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki and Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles join to take stock of politics in 2025 and look ahead to the midterms still around the corner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first full Supreme Court term of President Trump’s second presidency is ongoing, and the docket is packed with high-stakes cases that could reshape the legal system. The justices are weighing challenges directly tied to Trump, including cases that test the limits of presidential power, while also taking on consequential questions about LGBTQ rights and campaign finance. So how far is this court willing to upend precedence? And what could it mean for the country? NBC News Senior Legal Correspondent Laura Jarrett and Supreme Court Reporter Lawrence Hurley join us with their perspective from inside and outside the courtroom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Got new tech under the tree – but don’t know if you should hang onto the gift receipt? We talk to Wall Street Journal Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern about what's worth keeping and what is worth a trip back to the store. Plus, we're looking ahead at the biggest tech and business stories to watch in 2026. Joanna closes the episode giving us a sneak peek of her forthcoming book on AI and insights that might just change how you think about artificial intelligence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Radio host Delilah Rene Luke has been on the air for decades. Her show “Delilah” has racked up 8-10 million weekly listeners across 160 radio stations, making her the most listened-to woman in the history of American radio. When she’s not on the air, Delilah is busy: She’s the mother of some 18 children, most of whom she adopted, with serious health conditions. After a break to grieve the loss of one of those sons, Zach, she’s back on the air. She joins Yas this Christmas Eve to talk about where her show began, how she connects with people through music, and coping with challenges. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The FDA has approved a pill version of the GLP-1 weight loss drug Wegovy from Novo Nordisk. The Department of Health and Human Services could be setting a new vaccine schedule. And ACA subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. We speak with NBC News Medical Contributor Dr. Natalie Azar about the new developments and why the rising cost of health care is creating anxiety among nearly half of U.S. adults. Plus: Ahead of the holidays, we have weather, travel and shopping updates for your last-minute trips Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lawmakers say they’re taking action after the Justice Department failed to release all the docs related to Jeffrey Epstein by Friday’s deadline – and much was blacked out in what was released. Then, Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard explains what the redactions and lack of transparency mean for those still seeking justice and accountability. Plus, NBC News is reporting exclusively on a growing rift between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff over Russia-Ukraine peace talk strategy. NBC News investigative reporter Dan De Luce joins us to talk about what that divide could mean for the path forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A five-day search for the Brown University shooting suspect has ended with 48-year-old Claudio Manuel Neves Valente found dead in a New Hampshire storage facility from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities say the suspect is also connected to the fatal shooting of an MIT professor this week – a connection they made after a Reddit user posted a crucial clue. NBC News National Law Enforcement and Intelligence Correspondent Tom Winter explains how it all went down. And your doom-scrolling is safe: After years of uncertainty, Chinese parent company ByteDance has signed a binding deal to create a joint U.S. venture for TikTok, brokered by the Trump administration. The U.S. version will be majority-owned by American investors, effectively saving the app from a ban. NBC News Now Anchor and TikTok aficionado Savannah Sellers breaks down what this means for users. Plus: The DOJ has started releasing thousands of documents from the Epstein Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nearly a year into his second term, President Donald Trump took to prime time from the White House to make his case to the country. NBC News Senior White House Correspondent Garrett Haake joins us to separate fact from fiction and unpack what the speech says about the political moment, as the president’s approval ratings continue to dip. Then, social media companies are under growing pressure over their impact on teens. NBC News is reporting exclusively that the families of two boys who died by suicide have sued Meta, alleging the company ignored the dangers of “sextortion” on Instagram. NBC News Tech Reporter David Ingram joins us with the details and what it could mean for Big Tech. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Reiner, son of acclaimed director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, was arraigned in Los Angeles Superior Court. He’s charged with two counts of first-degree murder in his parent’s deaths. NBC News correspondent Gadi Schwartz has the latest on the Hollywood tragedy. And President Trump is expected to sign an executive order this week fast-tracking the reclassification of marijuana. NBC News correspondent Julie Tsirkin, who covers the White House, has more on a move that would mark a major shift in U.S. drug policy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The jobs report from October and November that was on ice because of the government shutdown shows major losses in federal jobs in October, but a small upward tick in November. The Trump administration is touting private-sector wage growth. NBC News Senior Business Correspondent Christine Romans joins us to make sense of the numbers. Then, Senior Investigative Producer Dan Slepian brings us an NBC investigation into the fallout from a conviction connected to shaken baby syndrome, and why new science is not leading to exonerations. Plus: Nick Reiner charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his parents, updates on the shootings at Bondi Beach, and why one couple got married for the first time on their 50th anniversary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the pod today, three tragedies that ended in multiple lives lost over the weekend. Our national law enforcement and intelligence correspondent Tom Winter gives us the latest on the manhunt in Rhode Island, in the search for the person who opened fire at Brown University, killing two students and wounding nine people, and the mass shooting by a father and son on Bondi Beach in Australia that left 15 people dead and more than two dozen wounded. Then, national correspondent Morgan Chesky reports from Brentwood, California, where noted Hollywood actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead in their home Sunday. Police have taken their son Nick Reiner into custody on suspicion of murder. Our entertainment correspondent Chloe Melas has more on Rob Reiner's legacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s show: After senators failed to pass two partisan health care bills, lawmakers in the House are trying to get to a bipartisan deal before the enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies expire at the end of the year, leaving millions of Americans facing soaring insurance premiums. Plus: House Democrats have released a new set of pictures from the Epstein files, part of a 95,000 document trove. NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports from Washington. Then, a vaccine for triple-negative breast cancer shows promise in early clinical trials. Dr. Kavita Patel has the details. And: is Timothée Chalamet a secret rapper? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, a move President Donald Trump is calling “the largest one ever seized.” The White House says the ship is a “sanctioned shadow” vessel tied to the Iranian military and that the administration plans to take possession of the oil on board. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the tanker is moving through a federal forfeiture process, which includes interviewing the crew and collecting evidence. NBC News senior national security correspondent Courtney Kube joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to break it down. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence is everywhere, and Disney is jumping in. Time has named the “Architects of AI” its 2025 Person of the Year, and Disney just struck a deal with OpenAI to bring its beloved characters into the Sora social video app, alongside a billion-dollar investment to supercharge the technology. NBC News reporter Jared Perlo joins the pod. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Up first: The Federal Reserve is closing out 2025 with a quarter-point rate cut — its third this year. And investors were glued to this one. Policymakers headed into today’s meeting unusually divided: focus on a softening job market, or keep the inflation pressure? Adding to the drama, the Fed has been operating in a partial data blackout due to the lingering fallout from the federal shutdown. NBC News managing editor for business and the economy Mike Calia joins host Yasmin Vossoughian to break down what today’s move signals for the economy heading into 2026. And foreign visitors to the U.S. may soon have to share five years of social media history under a new Trump administration proposal. Customs and Border Protection wants all international travelers, even visa-exempt ones, to submit their accounts before entering the country. NBC News’ senior homeland security correspondent Julia Ainsley joins the pod to discuss what’s driving the move and the privacy concerns piling up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.