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Ep 2502082The Weekend February 8 9a: "Dizzying, Disorienting and Disruptive"

If you give Elon Musk an inch, he'll take the oval office...Trump's new second-hand man is leading DOGE and ready to watch the heads roll. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong discusses his state's lawsuits against Musk and the Trump administration and where they stand. Plus, Congresswoman Madeleine Dean talks about how she and other Democratic Congresspeople are fighting to save the Department of Education. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 8, 202541 min

Ep 2502081The 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. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 8, 202541 min

Ep 2502022The Weekend February 2 9a: "We Will Not Go Back"

Do some of Trump's recent executive orders sound familiar? They might, because Alicia, Michael and Symone have probably talked about them when they discussed Project 2025. The new chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, discusses how many of Trump's recent actions in office sound very similar to items that can be read in the Project 2025: Mandate for Leadership. Plus, Stewart Rhodes' ex-wife, Tasha Adams, talks about her husband, his organization the Oath Keepers, and the new MSNBC film, "King of the Apocalypse." To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 2, 202540 min

Ep 2502021The Weekend February 2 8a: "Who's Standing Up?"

In the age of a second Trump Administration, where the new president can issue memorandums on social media, we all know we live in the age of the screen. The world fights for our attention and many of us fight to be seen. MSNBC host of "All In with Chris Hayes," Chris Hayes, joins to talk about that as well as his new book, The Sirens' Call: How Attention Became the World's Most Endangered Resource. Plus, New York Governor Kathy Hochul talks about how she's standing up to a second Trump Administration. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 2, 202541 min

Ep 2502012The Weekend February 1 9a: “The Executive Branch Is Not All-Powerful”

Trump Administration officials purge top FBI executives as Donald Trump’s retribution campaign begins in full force against his perceived enemies. Plus, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on how Democrats can fight back against Trump’s agenda of chaos. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 1, 202542 min

Ep 2502011The Weekend February 1 8a: Museum to the "Deep State"

Trump tries to get his loyalists approved in the Senate while working on another purge, this time from the FBI. NBC News justice reporter Ryan Reilly talks about that as well as the firings of January 6 prosecutors from the Justice Department. Plus, former CIA director John Brennan weighs in on Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel's confirmation hearings. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 1, 202541 min

Ep 2501262The Weekend January 26 9a: “You Are No Longer A Victim”

Michael Fanone, one of the many DC police officers brutally attacked on January 6th, reacts to being told that he is “no longer a victim” after Donald Trump pardoned hundreds of the rioters. Plus, former CIA Director John Brennan discusses having his security clearance revoked as the president launches his retribution tour. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 202541 min

Ep 2501261The Weekend January 26 8a: Flooding the Zone

Sorry...he's not sorry...President Trump isn't feeling any shame after he unceremoniously fired 18 inspectors general. He told reporters that it's a "very common thing to do," despite the fact that it's actually not and there's actually a Congressional requirement to give these employees 30-days' notice. Congressman Steven Horsford talks about that as well as what Trump had to say during a visit to his Congressional district. Plus, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester is about to grill RFK Jr. in one of his two days of confirmation hearings. She talks about what she expects. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 26, 202542 min

Ep 2501252The Weekend January 25 9a: “Have You Not Been Paying Attention?!”

A federal judge blocks Trump’s executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship calling it “blatantly unconstitutional.” Plus, former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn reactions to Trump’s pardoning of hundreds of January 6th rioters. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 25, 202540 min

Ep 2501251The Weekend January 25 8a: Firing His Appointees

President Trump started his time White House with settling scores. Former Deputy Press Secretary for the Pentagon Sabrina Singh and former federal prosecutor Mary McCord weigh in. Plus, we're one week away from the Democratic National Committee chair election February 1, former 2020 Bernie Sanders campaign manager, Faiz Shakir, discusses his candidacy for the role. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 25, 202541 min

Ep 2501192The Weekend January 19 9a: First Phase

Hamas releases the names of three hostages it plans to release into Israeli custody as a delicate cease-fire holds. Plus, TikTok tries to schmooze Trump after the app goes dark for 170 million American users overnight. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 19, 202541 min

Ep 2501191The Weekend January 19 8a: Cease-Fire

A precarious cease-fire begins between Israel and Hamas as both sides begin the process of freeing hostages. Plus, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand on her role holding Trump’s cabinet picks accountable. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 19, 202542 min

Ep 2501182The Weekend January 18 9a: American Oligarchy

President Biden uses his final days in office to warn of the “oligarchy” threatening American democracy. Plus, Dr. Bernice King, the daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., on her message for Americans two days before Trump takes power again. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 18, 202541 min

Ep 2501181The Weekend January 18 8a: Icy Reception

Frigid weather forces Donald Trump’s inauguration indoors while his picks for top cabinet posts get their own icy reception from Democrats on Capitol Hill. Plus, the hosts discuss the impending ban on TikTok as the app says it will go dark without “definitive” assurances. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 18, 202541 min

Ep 2501122The Weekend January 12 9a: Lacking "Basic Common Sense"

Get ready to watch some of Trump's top cabinet picks try and secure their jobs at their Senate confirmation hearings this week. Former CIA director John Brennan explains why some of Trump's intelligence picks should be disqualified from those positions. Plus, Santa Monica, California mayor, Lana Negrete, talks about what is happening on the ground in and around her city. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 12, 202539 min

Ep 2501121The Weekend January 12 8a: 'This is a Fight Against Nature'

Marianne Williamson is ready to throw her hat back into the Democratic ring. She's announced her candidacy for DNC chair, and she joins to discuss her plans for the party. Plus, one week until unified power. That's how long until Donald Trump is sworn into office. But even before the felon-elect puts his hand on the Bible, he's attacking the people who are trying to fight the deadly wildfires in California. The Washington Post's Jacqueline Alemany joins to discuss. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 12, 202542 min

Ep 2501112The Weekend January 11 9a: 'Far From the Only Thing He's Done'

After Donald Trump became the first former president to be convicted of a felony, he took to Truth Social to air his grievances, including complaining about a key witness in the hush-money trial, Michael Cohen. He talks about Trump's sentencing and why he wants President Joe Biden to pardon him. Plus, as Republicans take over DC, Trump is getting ready to hold court at Mar-a-Lago, hosting meetings with multiple different Republican groups. Punchbowl's senior Congressional reporter Melanie Zanona joins to discuss. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 11, 202540 min

Ep 2501111The Weekend January 11 8a: A Felon President-Elect

A convicted felon will become president for the first time in history. President-elect Donald Trump was officially sentenced to unconditional release for 34 felonies in New York. Lawyers Andrew Weissmann and Marc Elias talk about the sentencing and how to hold Trump accountable in his second term. Plus, California's attorney general, Rob Bonta talks about what is happening on the ground in Los Angeles as tens of thousands are displaced by wildfires. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 11, 202542 min

Ep 2501052The Weekend January 5 9a: “Take a Vacation”

Some of Donald Trump’s political adversaries are being advised by an attorney to leave the country at the beginning of his second term amid fears of a potential revenge tour. Plus, Mary McCord on the legal double-whammy hitting Trump in the final weeks before Inauguration Day. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 5, 202540 min

Ep 2501051The Weekend January 5 8a: “These Are Not Patriots”

Donald Trump hosts a reunion of election deniers at Mar-a-Lago the weekend before the four-year anniversary of the January 6th attack on the Capitol. Plus, Rep. Bennie Thompson, the former chair of the January 6th Committee, on being awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Biden. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 5, 202542 min

Ep 2501042The Weekend January 4 9a: “So Much Hypocrisy”

Donald Trump is set to be sentenced in the election interference case just days before his second inauguration. Plus, Rep. Pramila Jayapal on the start of the 119th Congress and how Republicans are already playing dirty. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 4, 202539 min

Ep 2501041The Weekend January 4 8a: A 'Genuine' Conversation with a Future Felon?

2025 is already starting off to be one for the history books. Speaker Mike Johnson gets to keep the gavel, on the first vote no less, and Judge Merchan has ordered President-Elect Trump to appear in court on January 10th to be sentenced in his New York hush money case. For the first time in history, we will have a felon serving as president. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser discusses the preparations underway for inauguration as well as what she says about her "genuine" meeting with Trump. Plus, DNC Chair candidate, James Skoufis, on where he wants to see Democrats invest more resources. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 4, 202542 min

Ep 2412292The Weekend December 29 9a: ‘Off the Chain’

There's one thing much of the country can agree upon, its distrust in the Supreme Court. With the Court's approval rating is at a historic low, Senate Democrats reveal an "ethical crisis" on the Court. Legal experts Elie Mystal and Joyce Vance weigh in. Plus, North Carolina's Associate Supreme Court Justice, Allison Riggs talks about how her opponent wants to throw out 60,000 votes in the race she's leading... how convenient... To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 29, 202441 min

Ep 2412291The Weekend December 29 8a: “No Real Plans”

If you followed Trump's campaign at all, you know that he made a long list of promises for his first day in office. The question now, how will he get them done and is it even possible for him to do them at all? Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett discusses what Democrats are planning to do try to and block the president-elect. Plus, David Hogg is running for a leadership position in the DNC, he talks about how he plans to bring the younger generation back into the fold. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 29, 202441 min

Ep 2412282The Weekend December 28 9a: ‘Denying Basic Science’

It’s Elon Musk’s world and we’re just living in it. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz talks about how he’s throwing his money and weight around in Washington and whether it’s a worthwhile endeavor. Plus, RFK Jr. has been on Capitol Hill trying to woo Senators as he makes his bid to be the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Former Secretary and Congresswoman Donna Shalala weighs in. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 28, 202439 min

Ep 2412281The Weekend December 28 8a: ‘We’re Not Going to Bail Him Out This Time’

Speaker Mike Johnson’s future is up in the air with the vote less than a week away. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell weighs in on his chances to keep the gavel. Plus, Trump is making waves in the world of foreign policy, with just over three weeks until he’s sworn into office. Political analyst Basil Smikle and reporter Marianna Sotomayor give their thoughts. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 28, 202443 min

Ep 2412222The Weekend December 22 9a: Renaissance Man

The revenge tour is underway. Attorney George Conway and political analyst Molly Jong-Fast talk about how Trump is going after his perceived enemies. Plus, Congresswoman-Elect Laura Gillen on how she's preparing for the House chaos ahead. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 22, 202440 min

Ep 2412213The Weekend December 22 8a: The Two Doges

There are some fresh faces in taking over as ranking members in some key House Committees. Congresswoman Angie Craig talks about her new upcoming role as ranking member of the Agriculture Committee. Plus, Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su discusses President Biden's legacy with union workers and labor. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 22, 202441 min

Ep 2412212The Weekend December 21 9a: The Billionaire Butts In

Is Elon Musk vying for the Speaker's gavel? He's making the calls and spending the money like he may want to spend his time on Capitol Hill. NBC's Congressional Correspondent Julie Tsirkin and The New York Times technology reporter and co-author of the book, Character Limit, Kate Conger, talk about Musk's string pulling in DC. Plus, the former chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, on Democrats' reaction to the week that was. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 21, 202440 min

Ep 2412211The Weekend December 21 8a: "Musky Little Mouse"

Congress narrowly avoids a government shutdown, and now the fingers are being pointed. Illinois Congressman Sean Casten talks about what this past week means for Speaker Mike Johnson's already tenuous future. Plus, former Governor Martin O'Malley talks about his bid for DNC chair. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 21, 202442 min

Ep 2412152The Weekend December 15 9a: “The Brand Is Broken”

DNC Chair candidate Ben Wikler discusses his vision to lead the party into the future after its stinging Election Day defeat. Plus, Lisa Rubin on the potential chilling effect from ABC News’ settlement with Donald Trump. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 15, 202440 min

Ep 2412151The Weekend December 15 8a: All the President's Elites

Trump's embattled Secretary of Defense pick, Pete Hegseth, stood right by Trump's side at the Army-Navy football game on Saturday. Co-founders of the worker empowerment group, Lift our Voices, Gretchen Carlson and Julie Roginsky, talk about Hegseth and his former employer, Fox News. Plus, the president of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, Noah Bookbinder, talks about the extreme wealth set to be in the incoming Trump administration. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 15, 202442 min

Ep 2412142The Weekend December 14 9a: “It’s About Sending a Message”

Donald Trump says Jan. 6 pardons will begin “in the first hour” of his presidency as President Biden is on track to appoint more federal judges of color than any other president. Plus, Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) on what Biden can do before leaving office to stymie Trump’s extreme immigration agenda. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 14, 202440 min

Ep 2412141The Weekend December 14 8a: Bullying for $1 Million

If you want to be in the Trump administration, you don't have to provide a thorough resume with a long list of experience, all you need to do is prove your loyalty to the incoming president, at least that's the way it seems based on the list of people Trump has chosen so far. Political analysts Julián Castro and Kimberly Atkins Stohr talk about how MAGA loyalists are vowing to primary Republican lawmakers who don't support Trump's picks. Plus, former CIA Director John Brennan on how top U.S. aides swiftly headed to the Middle East to show support as Syria works to form a new government. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 14, 202441 min

Ep 2412082The Weekend December 8 9a: “We Are a Free Syria”

Syrians celebrate the ousting of the Assad regime, saying “now we can sleep and think of tomorrow.” Plus, former CIA Director John Brennan on what’s next for the embattled nation. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 8, 202441 min

Ep 2412081The Weekend December 8 8a: Ending the Assad Regime

Syrian rebels take over Damascus as President Bashar al-Assad flees the country. This as Donald Trump posts to Truth Social telling the U.S. not to get involved in the unrest in Syria. Congressman Eric Swalwell gives his reaction as well as when Congress will be getting an in-depth briefing on the upheaval. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 8, 202441 min

Ep 85The Weekend December 7 9a: “Bring the Fire”

Rep. Robert Garcia joins to discuss how the Democrats plan to bring the fight to the razor-thin Republican majority in the new Congress. Plus, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy make their big pitch to Congress to slash thousands of major government programs. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 7, 202442 min

Ep 84The Weekend December 7 8a: 'Not a Metaphor'

Elon Musk has plans to get rid of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, its director, Rohit Chopra, talks about what this would mean for Americans. Plus, NBC's Jacob Soboroff joins to talk about his film "Separated" based on his best-selling book, "Separated: Inside an American Tragedy." To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 7, 202440 min

Ep 83The Weekend December 1 9a: “Straight Up Loser”

Molly Jong-Fast and Ruth Ben-Ghiat talk Trump’s weird obsession with “bad boys” as he taps more unqualified loyalists to fill top administration jobs. Plus, Rep.-elect Janelle Bynum on flipping her Oregon congressional district blue. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 1, 202440 min

Ep 82The Weekend December 1 8a: “Don’t Say We Didn’t Warn You”

Trump names conspiracy theorist sycophant Kash Patel to be FBI director. Plus, Ali Velshi on the damage Trump’s dangerous economic agenda could do to American pocketbooks. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec 1, 202442 min

Ep 81The Weekend November 30 9a: “Tired of the Algorithm”

Bluesky COO Rose Wang on the social media site’s exploding popularity amid a mass exodus from X after the presidential election. Plus, Democrats plot their fight ahead against Trump’s economic plans and foreign policy. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 30, 202439 min

Ep 80The Weekend November 30 8a: “Complete Reboot”

Trump meets with Justin Trudeau at Mar-a-Lago to talk tariffs as Democrats reckon with how to reconnect with voters. Plus, Dr. Uche Blackstock on the threat Trump’s picks for public health jobs could pose to vaccine access. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 30, 202442 min

Ep 79The Weekend November 24 9a: “That’s Not Woke, That’s Work”

Rep.-elect Sarah McBride joins to discuss her historic election, her priorities in Congress, and responds to anti-trans attacks from Republicans. Plus, Planned Parenthood President Alexis McGill Johnson on the threats of a second Trump administration to reproductive health. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24, 202440 min

Ep 78The Weekend November 24 8a: “Wholly Unqualified”

Trump looks to fill his administration with people who worked on Project 2025 despite claiming he knew nothing about the right-wing policy blueprint. Plus, Frank Figliuzzi on the threat Tulsi Gabbard could pose if she becomes Director of National Intelligence. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24, 202441 min

Ep 77The Weekend November 23 9a: “On The Fringe of the Fringe”

Trump’s baffling Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, gets buy-in from top MAGA loyalists in Congress. Plus, Marc Elias on the election denier who Trump just tapped to lead the Department of Justice after Matt Gaetz pulled out. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 23, 202440 min

Ep 76The Weekend November 23 8a: “Loyalty Above Talent”

Trump unleashes another flurry of dangerous administration picks including one of the co-authors of the extreme Project 2025 plan. Plus, Rep. Sean Casten on the push to release the Matt Gaetz ethics report. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 23, 202442 min

Ep 75The Weekend November 17 9a: “Government of Mediocre People”

Trump looks poised to transform the Justice Department into his own private law firm by tapping his personal attorneys for top government jobs. Plus, Joyce Vance on the future of the legal cases against Trump after Jack Smith said he will resign before the next administration takes power. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 17, 202441 min

Ep 74The Weekend November 17 8a: "Shock & Awe"

When the 119th Congress is sworn in under two months, nearly half of the House will be ready to fight the incoming Trump administration. Rep.-Elect Lateefah Simon of California talks about winning her seat and joining Democrats in going against the House majority. Plus, brand-new revelations about Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth and the 2017 sexual assault allegation made against him. Eddie Glaude and Chuck Rocha discuss. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 17, 202440 min

Ep 73The Weekend November 16 9a: “We Did Not Show Up”

Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) on the lessons Democrats needs to learn to move the party forward after its stinging Election Day defeat. Plus, how Democrats hope to win back young men who abandoned them for Donald Trump. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 16, 202441 min

Ep 72The Weekend November 16 8a: A Menagerie of Misfits

The greater the loyalty the more power in the incoming Trump administration? It may seem like that's the case with some of Trump's most recent cabinet picks. Former Republican Congressman, and 2020 Republican Presidential candidate, Joe Walsh talks all about it. Plus, the president and chair of Media Matters, Angelo Carusone talks about The Onion's purchase of Alex Jones' Infowars. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 16, 202440 min