Ari Melber delivers the biggest political and news stories of the day, with interviews and original reporting from around the nation. An Emmy-winning journalist, attorney and former Senate staffer, Melber cuts through the spin and the noise to tell you what's really happening. Real news, every night.
12 days left until November 5
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, October 24, and reports on the 2024 election and Beyoncé's upcoming appearance at Kamala Harris' rally. Chai Komanduri, Aaron Gilchrist, Talib Kweli and Michael Tyler join.
24-10-2024 • 49 minuten, 52 seconden
Harris condemns Trump's Hitler comments
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 23, and reports on the latest from the campaign trail, Donald Trump's threat to Democracy and "election anxiety." Deepak Chopra, Juanita Tolliver and Sec. William Cohen join.
23-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
Obama roasts Trump in Wisconsin rally
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 22, and reports on the record-breaking amount of early votes cast in the election so far, Obama's rally for Kamala Harris alongside rapper Eminem and Elon Musk. Plus, legendary TV Journalist Geraldo Rivera joins. Josh Johnson and Margaret Carlson also join.
22-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
Harris & Cheney hit three states today
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 21, and reports on the latest in the 2024 election. Plus, legendary filmmaker Spike Lee joins. Wes Moore and James Carville also joins.
21-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
Harris launches Campaign Blitz in key "Blue Wall" State of Michigan
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, October 18, and reports on the latest from the campaign trail. Plus, Melber is joined for a Fallback Friday segment with Saxophonist Kenny G. 'Art of the Deal' Author Tony Schwartz, Michael Hirschorn, and Jason Johnson also join.
18-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
Harris hits Wisconsin after fiery Fox News interview
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, October 17, and reports on the 2024 election. Plus, Melber is joined by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Chai Komanduri, Barbara Comstock, and Jason Johnson also join.
17-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
Bob Woodward on Trump & "War"
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 16, and reports on the 2024 election. Plus, Melber is joined by Investigative Journalist Bob Woodward. The View's Sunny Hostin also joina.
17-10-2024 • 46 minuten, 24 seconden
Record turnout on first day of early voting in Georgia
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 15, and reports on the 2024 election. Plus, Melber is joined by Trump vets Sarah Matthews, Olivia Troye, and Marc Lotter. Former RNC Chair Michael Steele also joins the panel.
15-10-2024 • 44 minuten, 2 seconden
General who served Trump warns of Trump danger
MSNBC'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.
15-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Obama hits campaign trail for Kamala Harris
10-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Millions under evacuation orders in Florida; Chris Wallace on election misinformation
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Wednesday, October 9th, and reports on Hurricane Milton and MAGA misinformation. Plus, Democratic strategist James Carville returns to The Beat, and veteran journalist Chris Wallace joins for his first time. Angie Lassman also joins.
9-10-2024 • 44 minuten, 48 seconden
Listen 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 download the full series, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. You’ll find the series in the How to Win feed. Plus, as a subscriber, you’ll get all MSNBC original podcasts ad-free, along with bonus exciting content from Prosecuting Donald Trump, Rachel Maddow, and more. Thanks for listening and subscribing!
9-10-2024 • 10 minuten, 25 seconden
Harris slams Trump for ducking interviews and debates
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Tuesday, October 8th, and reports on the 2024 presidential candidates' media appearances, Bob Woodward's new commentary on Donald Trump, and Elon Musk campaigning with Trump. Juanita Tolliver, Melanie Zanona, Sarah Matthews, and Jason Johnson join.
8-10-2024 • 40 minuten, 39 seconden
Harris appears on "60 Minutes" after Trump backs out
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 7, and reports on Kamala Harris' recent media blitz, Elon Musk's appearance at Donald Trump's rally and the one year anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel. Martin Fletcher, Rob Reiner, Kamau Bell and Christina Greer join.
7-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 56 seconden
Dozens of high profile Republicans endorse Harris
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, October 4th, and reports on the 2024 election. Plus, Bill de Blasio joins for a Fallback Friday segment. Kurt Andersen, Chai Komanduri, and Amanda Carpenter also join.
4-10-2024 • 40 minuten, 48 seconden
BONUS: Trump vets Peter Navarro, Amb. Gordon Sondland and Sarah Matthews join The Beat
In this podcast extra, hear MSNBC's Ari Melber's full interview with Trump vets Peter Navarro, Amb. Gordon Sondland and Sarah Matthews. Plus, listen back to Melber's 2022 interview with Peter Navarro.
4-10-2024 • 34 minuten, 11 seconden
Liz Cheney speaks at Kamala Harris rally
Listen to Liz Cheney's speech at Kamala Harris' rally in Wisconsin. MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts and is joined by Molly Jong Fast, Tara Dowdell, Christine Todd Whitman and Tim Snyder.
4-10-2024 • 58 minuten, 59 seconden
Jack Smith files new brief in Trump Coup Case
MSNBC'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.
2-10-2024 • 45 minuten, 18 seconden
Ari Melber previews Walz-Vance debate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 1, and previews the Walz-Vance debate. Plus, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joins. Juanita Tolliver, Howard Dean and Ofirah Yheskel also join.
1-10-2024 • 40 minuten, 52 seconden
Harris racks up major endorsements
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 30, and reports on the 2024 election, the season premiere of SNL and SCOTUS. Neal Katyal, Aisha Mills and Steve Kornacki join.
1-10-2024 • 41 minuten, 36 seconden
Veep's Julia Louis-Dreyfus joins The Beat
In this podcast extra, hear Veep's Julia Louis-Dreyfus extended interview with MSNBC's Ari Melber on the 2024 election, fundraising for Kamala Harris and more.
30-9-2024 • 6 minuten, 11 seconden
Kamala Harris visits the border
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 27, and reports on the 2024 election. Plus, Julia Louis-Dreyfus joins the show to discuss 'Veep' Kamala Harris. Former Governor Howard Dean also joins.
27-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Harris meets with Zelensky at White House
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 26, and reports on the 2024 election, the Harris-Walz campaign and the indictment of NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Mitch Landreiu, Juanita Tolliver and Marc Lotter join.
26-9-2024 • 40 minuten, 53 seconden
MSNBC Exclusive: VP Harris Interview
MSNBC’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.
26-9-2024 • 24 minuten, 16 seconden
Kamala Harris Lays Out Economic Vision in Key State
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday September 25, and reports on the economy and the 2024 election. Plus, Andrew Ross Sorkin and Jeremy O. Harris join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Tara Dowdell, Chai Komanduri, and Aaron Zebley also join.
25-9-2024 • 44 minuten, 28 seconden
Dems seize on rising early vote
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 24, and reports on early voting and abortion rights. Plus, Sophia Bush and Joanna Coles join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Andy Beshear and Molly Jong-Fast also join.
24-9-2024 • 42 minuten, 10 seconden
Huge spike in favorable views for Harris
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 23 and reports on a historic spike in support for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's threat to national security. Plus, former Microsoft CEO and Clippers owner Steve Ballmer joins. Jason Johnson and William Cohen also join.
23-9-2024 • 46 minuten, 6 seconden
Kamala Harris and Oprah Winfrey hold Michigan campaign event
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 20, and reports on the 2024 election and the state of the race. Plus, Grammy-award wining artist LL Cool J returns to The Beat. Andrew Weissmann, David Frum, Aisha Mills, and Cornell Belcher also join.
20-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Oprah campaigns with Harris in crucial swing states
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 19, and reports on the 2024 election and Oprah/Obama unity. Plus, artist Joey Bada$$ returns to The Beat for a Fallback feature. Tony Schwartz, Chris Hayes, Joan Walsh, and Brittney Cooper also join.
19-9-2024 • 39 minuten, 55 seconden
Harris and Trump strike vastly different tones in interviews
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 18, and reports on the 2024 campaign and political power. Plus, comedian and impressionist Matt Friend returns to The Beat. Robert Greene and Jared Bernstein also join.
18-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
Harris emphasizes difference with Trump in new interview
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 17, and reports on the 2024 election, Elon Musk, Sean "Diddy" Comb's indictment and Trump accountability. Steven Brill, Chai Komanduri, Maya Wiley and Molly Jong Fast join.
17-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 41 seconden
Early voting begins this week in multiple states
MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the recent assassination attempt of Donald Trump and the 2024 election. Plus, Yuval Noah Harari joins. Libby Casey, Jesse Kirsch and Michael Matranga also join.
16-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 40 seconden
BONUS: Yuval Noah Harari on The Beat
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber is joined by "Nexus" author Yuval Noah Harari for an extended interview on truth, misinformation, Donald Trump and more.
16-9-2024 • 53 minuten, 59 seconden
Dems see debate momentum for Harris as she rallies in swing state PA
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 13 and reports on Harris's post-debate momentum as she heads to Pennsylvania for a rally. Plus, Nobel-winning economist Paul Krugman on the economy and its role in the election. Chai Komanduri and Francesca Chambers join.
13-9-2024 • 54 minuten, 9 seconden
Harris & Trump hold first day of campaigning since crucial debate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 12, and reports on the 2024 election, GOP lawmakers endorsing Kamala Harris, and the Harris-Trump debate. Phillipe Reines, Barbara Comstock, Molly Jong-Fast and Aisha Mills join.
12-9-2024 • 40 minuten, 37 seconden
Special 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 early, plus ad-free listening, and bonus content from this and other shows.
12-9-2024 • 3 minuten, 31 seconden
Harris puts Trump on 'defense' in historic clash
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 11, and reports on the historic Harris-Trump debate, and Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris. Howard Dean, Amesha Cross, and Versha Sharma join.
12-9-2024 • 39 minuten, 29 seconden
TONIGHT: First debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 10, and reports on the Harris-Trump debate. Laphonza Butler, Juanita Tolliver, Margaret Carlson, Margaret Carlson, Jen Psaki and Robert Barnett join.
10-9-2024 • 38 minuten, 23 seconden
Tomorrow: First Trump-Harris debate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 9, and reports on the upcoming Harris-Trump debate. Michael Steele, Christina Greer, Mark Leibovich, and Reverend Al Sharpton join.
9-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Harris triples Trump fundraising in August
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 6, and reports on Liz Cheney, Kamala Harris' record-breaking career, the upcoming Harris-Trump debate and Donald Trump's legal battles. Plus, Katie Phang and Styles P join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Quentin Fulks and Chai Komanduri also join.
6-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 5 seconden
Harris and Walz hit swing states
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 5, and reports on the 2024 election, Donald Trump's latest coup hearing and the upcoming Harris-Trump debate. Plus, Graham Nash and Joan Walsh join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Kristy Greenberg, Blake Zeff and Michael Steele also join.
5-9-2024 • 40 minuten, 42 seconden
Election season kicks into high gear
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 4, and reports on the Harris-Walz campaign, MAGA accountability and the latest SCOTUS ethics scandal. Molly Jong-Fast and James Carville join.
4-9-2024 • 40 minuten, 58 seconden
Final campaign sprint to election day
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Tuesday, September 3, and reports on the Harris-Walz campaign, Donald Trump’s legal battles and Project 2025. Plus, Melber is joined by comedian D.L. Hughley. Neal Katyal, April Ryan and Howard Dean also join.
3-9-2024 • 41 minuten, 34 seconden
Poll: Dem enthusiasm reaches 2008 Obama levels
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Thursday, August 29, and reports on the Harris-Walz ticket, the DNC and women's rights. Plus, Melber does of fact check of his interview with Trump aide Corey Lewandowski and is joined by legendary ballerina Misty Copeland for the latest Summit installment. Jen Psaki, Sophia Bush, Juanita Tolliver and Steve Benen also join.
29-8-2024 • 40 minuten, 57 seconden
Ari questions Trump aide Corey Lewandowski
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Wednesday, August 28, and is joined by Trump aide Corey Lewandowski.
28-8-2024 • 42 minuten, 37 seconden
Trump agrees to debate Harris next month
MSNBC' s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Tuesday, August 27, and reports on the 2024 election and Donald Trump' s legal battles. Deja Foxx, Olivia Julianna, Parker Short, David Kelley, and Ameisha Cross join.
28-8-2024 • 42 minuten, 17 seconden
Dems track Harris momentum in ratings, volunteers and donations
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Monday, August 26, and reports on the 2024 DNC's success and music as well as RFK's exit from the 2024 presidential race. Jelani Cobb, Joanna Coles, Michael Eric Dyson, and DJ Cassidy join.
26-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
Harris eyes next phase after historic DNC
MSNBC's Symone Sanders hosts The Beat on Friday, August 23, and reports on the final night of the Democratic National Convention. Aisha Mills, Jason Johnson, Stefanie Brown James, Jamelle Bouie, Carol Mosely Braun, Keith Ellison, and Jill Louis join.
23-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
As Harris specifies policies, Trump rambles and dodges
MSNBC's Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Friday, July 16, and reports on the Harris-Walz presidential ticket, a bruising week for Donald Trump and GOP lawmakers for Harris. Buzz Bissinger, Rep. Denver Riggleman, April Ryan, Francesca Chambers, and Juanita Tolliver join.
17-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 8 seconden
Biden-Harris hold first event together since election shake-up
MSNBC's Jason Johnson hosts The Beat on Thursday, August 15, and reports on the latest Biden-Harris campaign rally, new video exposing the Project 2025 agenda, and the growing calls from MAGA allies for Donald Trump to rethink his campaign strategy. Molly Jong-Fast, Alencia Johnson, Aisha Mills, Ofirah Yheskel, Zerlina Maxwell, Mitch Landrieu, and James Curbeam join.
16-8-2024 • 42 minuten, 59 seconden
Campaigns embrace pop culture and social media like never before
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 14, and delivers a special report on how the Harris and Trump campaigns are using the latest technology to reach Gen Z voters. Deja Foxx, Michael Hirschcorn, and Carole King join.
14-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Trump rattled by new foe Harris
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 13, and reports on the momentum behind Kamala Harris's campaign and women's reproductive rights in battleground states. Christina Greer, Margaret Carlson and James Carville join.
13-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 10 seconden
“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/ari
13-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 41 seconden
Conservative paper worries Trump will “blow” election, lose to Harris
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, August 9, and reports on the Harris-Walz presidential ticket and Donald Trump and abortion. Plus, Michelle Goldberg and Alex Edelman join for the latest Fallback installment. Meredith McGraw, Juanita Tolliver, and Eleanor Clift also join Melber.
9-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 14 seconden
NY Governor Kathy Hochul on the Harris-Walz ticket
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, August 8, and reports on The Harris-Waltz presidential ticket. New York Governor Kathy Hochul, Molly Jong-Fast, Joe Crowley, and Eugene Robinson join.
8-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Harris selects Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as running mate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 7, and reports on The Harris-Walz presidential ticket. Plus, Melber is joined by Trump adviser Stephen Miller. Jason Johnson and Aisha Mills also join.
8-8-2024 • 49 minuten, 35 seconden
Kamala Harris set to announce VP pick
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, August 5, and reports on Kamala Harris officially gaining the Democratic nomination and her potential VP pick. Michael Steele, Ameshia Cross and Michael Beschloss join.
7-8-2024 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
Huge Harris rally shapes new chapter of 2024 race
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 31, and reports on Vice President Harris' campaign strategy and her record as a prosecutor. Plus, Melber is joined by President of the Young Georgia Democrats Parker Short, whose dance moves went viral at Kamala Harris’ Atlanta rally last night. Rep. Terri Sewell, Michael Moore, Jill Habig, and Parker Short join.
31-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Harris campaign releases first TV ad today
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, July 30, and reports on Kamala Harris' presidential campaign. Joan Walsh, Brittney Cooper, James Carville, and Arizona Mayor John Giles join.
30-7-2024 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
Top Dems rally for Harris in PA
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 29, and reports on the 2024 election and The Supreme Court. Ron Klain, Carol Moseley Braun, Joanna Coles, and Jelani Cobb join.
30-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 31 seconden
Harris gains Obama's endorsement
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, July 26, and reports on Kamala Harris' endorsement from The Obama's and the heat facing Donald Trump's running mate, JD Vance. Juanita Tolliver, Maya Wiley, Erin Haynes, Molly Jong-Fast, Rep. Maxine Waters and Chai Komanduri join.
26-7-2024 • 41 minuten
VP Harris speaks with Netanyahu
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, July 25, and reports on Kamala Harris' presidential campaign and her conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. James Carville, Francesca Chambers, and Josh Marshall join.
26-7-2024 • 44 minuten, 40 seconden
Harris on Trump extremism: "We are not going back"
MSNBC's Jen Psaki hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 24, and reports on Vice President Kamala Harris' first days on the campaign trail. Cornell Belcher, Jennifer Palmeri, Yamiche Alcindor, Alexis McGill Johnson, Michael Beschloss, and Jeff Nussbaum join.
25-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 38 seconden
Harris hits the trail with appeal to young voters
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, July 23, and reports on Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign. Howard Dean, April Ryan, Jessica Mackler, Basil Smikle, Virgin Islands Delegate Stacey Plaskett, and Libby Casey join.
23-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 54 seconden
Trump strikes out with "dud" speech
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, July 19, and reports on the growing number of Democrats calling on President Biden to drop out, and Donald Trump's RNC speech. Joe Trippi, Chai Komanduri and Ezra Klein join.
19-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 13 seconden
Trump picks JD Vance as running mate
16-7-2024 • 43 minuten, 34 seconden
Trump distances himself from Project 2025
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, July 12, and reports Project 2025 and President Biden's fight to stay afloat amid calls to drop out. Michael Steele and Molly Jong-Fast join.
13-7-2024 • 49 minuten, 58 seconden
GOP embraces MAGA's Project 2025
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, July 11, and reports on President Biden as he faces calls to step aside, and Donald Trump's attempt to distance himself from "Project 2025." Mark Leibovich, Alencia Jackson, Molly Jong-Fast, Chai Komanduri, and Doug Brinkley join.
11-7-2024 • 45 minuten, 20 seconden
MAGA leaders admit retribution plan
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 7, and reports on GOP extremism, AOC's call to impeach Supreme Court Justices, Senator Bob Menendez's trial, and President Biden's reelection campaign. Howard Dean, Margaret Carlson, Maya Wiley, and Robert Draper join.
10-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Democrats turn attacks to Project 2025
9-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
GOP embraces Project 2025
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 8, and reports on the GOP's embrace of Project 2025, the upcoming NATO meeting, and Biden's vow to stay as the Democratic candidate. Joyce Vance, Tara Setmayer, Fernand Amandi, Libby Casey, Molly Jong-Fast, Leah Litman, and Roman Setoodeh join.
9-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 47 seconden
Project 2025 threatens democratic norms
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 3, and reports on the threats of "Project 2025", turmoil among Democrats as some call on Biden to step aside, and the recent SCOTUS ruling. Jason Johnson, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Molly Ball, Rep. Zoe Lofgren, Elie Mystal, and Christine Todd Whitman.
3-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
New warnings about a future lawless presidency
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts ''The Beat'' on Tuesday, July 2, and reports on The Supreme Court's immunity decision and Rudy Giuliani's disbarment. Howard Dean, Michael Beschloss, Reverend Al Sharpton, Joyce Vance, and Ankush Khardori join.
2-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 57 seconden
SCOTUS gives win to Trump, ruling he has immunity for some acts in election interference indictment
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 1, and reports on the Supreme Court's presidential immunity ruling, Steve Bannon's report to a federal prison, and Joe Biden's debate performance. Neal Katyal, Melissa Murray, Leah Litman, Molly Jong-Fast, Emily Bazelon, and Joshua Green join.
1-7-2024 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Rough debate upends 2024 race
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, June 28, and reports on the first Biden-Trump debate and SCOTUS's Jan. 6 decision. Bob Woodward, Emily Bazelon, Jackie Alemany and Chai Komanduri join.
28-6-2024 • 42 minuten, 21 seconden
Live Coverage: First Presidential Debate of 2024
It’s been four years since President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump have gone head-to-head. And on Thursday night, the incumbent and the former president faced off in the first presidential debate of 2024. The debate was held in Atlanta and hosted by CNN. Listen to the full debate here and visit msnbc.com for more coverage in the lead up to the election.
28-6-2024 • 1 uur, 32 minuten, 6 seconden
Trump, Biden prepare to square off in first presidential debate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, June 27 and previews the first presidential debate in Atlanta. Rev. Al Sharpton, Alex Wagner, Stacey Abrams, Joe Trippi, Robert Barnett join.
28-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 31 seconden
Supreme Court poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, July 27, and reports on The Supreme Court's abortion ruling, the upcoming presidential debate, Jan. 6 accountability, and LGBTQ rights. David Plouffe, Jim Jones, John Kasich, and Margaret Carlson join.
26-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Biden and Trump debate in two days
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, June 25, and report on the 2024 election, Donald Trump's VP pick, and the latest in the Mar-a-Lago documents case. Plus, hear an interview with Rapper Chuck D and YouTube Music Chief Lyor Cohen on the State Department's Global Music Diplomacy Initiative. James Carville also joins.
25-6-2024 • 40 minuten, 22 seconden
Countdown to Biden-Trump debate match
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, June 24, and reports on Donald Trump's legal battles, the 2024 election, and SCOTUS hearings. Plus, Melber delivers a special report on how Georgia prosecutors are using the same RICO law applied to Donald Trump against citizens seeking accountability. Elie Mystal, Molly Ball, and Cornell Blecher join.
25-6-2024 • 42 minuten, 13 seconden
Judge in classified docs case hears challenge to special counsel
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Friday, June 21, and reports on the latest in Donald Trump's classified documents case, MAGA extremism, SCOTUS, and abortion. Renato Mariotti, Ankush Khardori, Fernand Amandi, Juanita Tolliver, Jessica Levinson, Eugene Daniels, and Jessica Mackler join.
21-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 28 seconden
Trump & Biden spar over tax cuts
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, June 20, and reports on the upcoming 2024 debate, Donald Trump, and convicted insurrectionists running for office. Plus, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy joins to discuss his call for warning labels for social media platforms. Faiz Shakir and David Plouffee also join.
20-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
Biden and Trump prep for a historic, early-season debate
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Wednesday, June 19th, and reports on the upcoming 2024 presidential debate, the economy and its effect on voters, and a GOP plan called "Project 2025." Abby Huntsman, Chai Komanduri, Jason Johnson, and Jennifer Esposito join.
19-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Renowned immunologist Dr. Anthony Fauci on pandemic rebound, Trump relationship
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, June 18 and reports on the lead-up to the first presidential debate of the 2024 election. Plus, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins for a special "Summit Series" interview. Chai Komanduri and Judge John Jones III join.
18-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
James Carville on Biden and Trump debate next week
17-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 41 seconden
Supreme Court blocks one of the only gun safety rules from last decade
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Friday, June 14th, and reports on the Supreme Court's decision on "bump stocks," Trump's Milwaukee comments, presidential leadership in 2024, and Trump using campaign funds for his businesses. Chai Komanduri, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Michael Beschloss, and Symba join.
14-6-2024 • 42 minuten, 10 seconden
Trump back at Capitol for first time since insurrection
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, June 13 and reports on Trump's first visit to Capitol Hill since the January 6 insurrection, the Supreme Court's ruling on the abortion pill, and Clarence Thomas' ongoing scandal. Molly Jong-Fast, Bill Kristol and Judge David Tatel join.
13-6-2024 • 42 minuten, 2 seconden
Economy surges, but Biden faces a "vibes" problem
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, June 12 and reports on the economy's "vibes" problem, the latest scandal surrounding Justice Alito and the Supreme Court, and Steve Bannon's attempt to stay out of prison. Robert Reich, Howard Dean and Justin Elliott join.
12-6-2024 • 40 minuten, 50 seconden
New Tapes Deepen Alitos' Scandal
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Tuesday, June 11th, and reports on the Supreme Court and its controversies, the Hunter Biden verdict, and accountability for Rudy Giuliani. Jelani Cobb, David Kelley and D-Nice join.
11-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 27 seconden
Trump sits for probation interview before sentencing
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Monday, June 10th, and reports on Trump's probation interview, Associate Justice Alito and the Supreme Court's ethics, MAGA trends catching on in Europe, and new tapes from January 6th, 2021. Molly Jong-Fast, Chai Komanduri, Monalisa Weber, and Katty Kay join.
10-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 11 seconden
BONUS: Season 2 of “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra”
As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of the second season of the award-winning original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra.” In the chart-topping second season, Rachel Maddow returns to uncover the shocking history of the ultra-right’s reach into American politics. Listen to the entire first episode now, and follow the show to get the whole series: https://link.chtbl.com/rmpust_fdlw. You can also subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for early access to every episode the Friday before it drops, and ad-free listening to all episodes of Ultra seasons one and two.
10-6-2024 • 6 minuten, 34 seconden
Nation eyes "felon candidate" as Trump hits campaign trail
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts, "The Beat" on Friday, June 7 and reports on Trump holding his first campaign rally since his criminal conviction. Chai Komanduri and former commissioner of NY Department of Probation Martin Horn join. Plus, convicted former Trump aide Steve Bannon ordered to report to prison, and a special Fallback Friday!
7-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
Most people accept Trump verdict, but DC Republicans meltdown
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, June 6, and reports on Donald Trump's guilty verdict and Steve Bannon. Plus, Director Ron Howard joins for the latest "Summit Series" installment. Bill Kristol also joins.
6-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Convicted felon Trump continues extreme threats after guilty verdict
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Wednesday, June 5th, and reports on MAGA's abuse of power, the fight over contraceptive access in the United States, and the Colorado GOP. Michael Steele, John Flannery, Jon Sopel, and Fatima Goss Graves join.
5-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Now a felon, Trump leaves a long trail of convicted aides
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, June 4, and reports on Donald Trump's guilty verdict. Plus, Melber breaks down Justice Alito's Jan. 6 scandal. Andrew Weissmann joins.
4-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Fallout after Trump's conviction
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, June 3, and reports on the fallout after Donald Trump's guilty conviction. Neal Katyal, Tony Schwartz, David Kelley and Emily Bazelon join.
4-6-2024 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
BONUS: Trump’s conviction with Watergate icon Bob Woodward
In this podcast extra, hear MSNBC's Ari Melber discuss Donald Trump's conviction with Watergate icon Bob Woodward. Plus, listen to Woodward past "Beat" interviews, where he reflects on covering Donald Trump.
31-5-2024 • 1 uur, 7 minuten, 46 seconden
Trump guilty on all counts; sentencing set for July 11
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 31, and reports on Donald Trump's guilty conviction in the NY hush money case. Douglas Brinkley, Molly Jong-Fast, Bob Woodward, and Rob Reiner join.
31-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber breakdown on Justice Alito’s Jan. 6 scandal
In this podcast extra, hear MSNBC's Ari Melber breakdown Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's Jan. 6 scandal.
31-5-2024 • 13 minuten, 7 seconden
BONUS: Donald Trump found guilty on all counts
In 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.
31-5-2024 • 45 minuten, 14 seconden
Jury deliberated for hours, asks about 2016 tabloid plot
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, May 29, and reports on jury deliberations in Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial. David Kelley, Catherine Christian and Michael Van Der Veen join.
29-5-2024 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
BONUS: Trump trial verdict watch
In this podcast extra, hear MSNBC's Ari Melber's report on Donald Trump's criminal trial and an interview with former Trump Organization lawyer William J. Brennan. Plus, hear Melber's deep dive into D.A. Alvin Bragg's legal career.
29-5-2024 • 2 uur, 9 seconden
Closing arguments today in Trump's criminal trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, May 28, and reports on closing arguments in Donald Trump's criminal trial. William J. Brennan, Kristy Greenberg, Andrew Weissmann, Emily Bazelon, and Catherine Christian join.
28-5-2024 • 42 minuten, 1 seconde
BONUS: Ari Melber breaks down Donald Trump's criminal trial
In this podcast extra, hear Ari Melber's in depth legal breakdowns on Donald Trump's criminal trial.
24-5-2024 • 1 uur, 22 minuten, 51 seconden
Jury may decide Trump's fate next week
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 23, and delivers a special report on Donald Trump's hush money trial. Kristy Greenberg, Andrew Weissmann, and Clark Brewster join.
23-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Jan. 6 attacker advances as GOP candidate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, May 22, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial, the MAGA mindset, and Donald Trump's controversial statement on abortion. The Daily Show's Jordan Klepper, Ducan Levin, Chai Komanduri, and Molly Jong-Fast join.
22-5-2024 • 42 minuten
Trump defense has another rough day as judge rebukes witness
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, May 21, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial as the defense closes its case. Lanny Davis and Andrew Weissmann join. Plus, hear legendary rapper Harry Mack freestyle for nearly six minutes on "The Beat" with the help of Rev. Al Sharpton in the latest "Fallback" installment.
21-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 14 seconden
Prosecution rests case against Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, May 20, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial and the latest SCOTUS scandal. Jason Johnson, Sam Nunberg, Neal Katyal, and Melissa Murray join.
21-5-2024 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
D.A.'s case wobbles with Cohen under scrutiny
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 16, and reports on Michael Cohen's testimony in Donald Trump's hush money case and his hold over the GOP. Molly Jong-Fast, Maya Wiley, Kristy Greenberg, and Duncan Levin join.
17-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
Biden and Trump will debate next month
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, May 15, and reports on the upcoming Biden-Trump presidential debate, Donald Trump's criminal trial, and backlash to House Speaker Mike Johnson's appearance in Trump's courtroom. Plus, Chai Komanduri and Baron Davis join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Kristy Greenberg, Joe Trippi, and Mark McKinnon also join.
15-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Trump trial barrels forward
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts a second hour of "The Beat" on Saturday, May 14, and reports on Michael Cohen's testimony in Donald Trump's criminal trial. Brian Stelter, Chai Komanduri, Catherine Christian, Emily Bazelon and Frank Figliuzzi join.
15-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
Michael Cohen testifies Trump didn't want him to "flip"
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, April 14, and reports on day two of Michael Cohen's testimony in Donald Trump's criminal trial. Lanny Davis, Rev. Al Sharpton, Joyce Vance and Molly Jong-Fast join.
15-5-2024 • 40 minuten, 58 seconden
Michael Cohen testifies in Donald Trump's hush money trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts a second hour of "The Beat" on Monday, May 14, and reports on Donald Trump's historic criminal trial and Michael Cohen's testimony. Jen Psaki, Lisa Rubin, William Brennan, and Michel Beschloss join.
14-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
Key witness Michael Cohen testifies against Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, May 13, and reports on Michael Cohen's testimony in Donald Trump's criminal trial. Kristy Greenberg, Molly Jong-Fast, Maya Wiley and Duncan Levin join.
13-5-2024 • 42 minuten, 15 seconden
BONUS: Melber breaks down Kendrick-Drake rap battle
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber breaks down Drake and Kendrick Lamar's historic rap battle. Plus, hear Melber's full interview with Big Boy on Big Boy's neighborhood.
10-5-2024 • 1 uur, 12 minuten, 14 seconden
Judge denies another motion for mistrial from Trump's lawyers
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 9, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial. Plus, Melber delivers a special report on the Kendrick-Drake rap battle. Libby Casey and Emily Bazelon join.
10-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 14 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber's full interview with RFK Jr.
In this podcast extra, hear MSNBC's Ari Melber's full interview with presidential candidate RFK Jr., who discusses the 2024 race, Jan 6., media, abortion and family.
9-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 33 seconden
RFK Jr. joins The Beat
MSNBC'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.
8-5-2024 • 42 minuten, 10 seconden
Stormy Daniels testifies against Trump for the first time
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, May 7, and reports on Stormy Daniels' testimony in Donald Trump's criminal trial. Maya Wiley, Renato Mariotti, Jacob Weisberg, and Nancy Erika Smith join.
7-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 13 seconden
Judge to Trump: Jail is on the table if you break gag order again
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, May 6, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial and Congressman Henry Cuellar's indictment. Chai Komanduri, Emily Bazelon, Neal Katyal, and Joyce Vance join.
7-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Trump aide Hope Hicks testifies about tough times in 2016 campaign
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 3, and reports on the historical impact of Donald Trump's criminal trial and Hope Hicks' testimony. Douglas Brinkley, Yodit Tewolde, Andrew Weismann and Melissa Murray join.
3-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 56 seconden
Prosecutors corner Trump with receipts and testimony
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 2, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial and abortion politics. David Kelley, Lance Fletcher, Katty Kay and Caroline Polisi join.
2-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 44 seconden
Damning evidence piles up against Trump in hush money trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, April 1, and reports on week three of Donald Trump's criminal trial and an abortion ban in Florida that has officially taken effect. Plus, Melber reports on his recent interview with retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. Chai Komanduri, Jed Handelsman Shugerman, Renato Mariotti and Molly Jong-Fast join.
1-5-2024 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber interviews Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer
Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer discusses the reversal of Roe v. Wade, attacks on judges, and his views on law and a series of consequential issues with MSNBC’s Ari Melber in this installment of 'The Summit Series with Ari Melber,' featuring discussions with leaders at the summit of their fields.
1-5-2024 • 38 minuten, 36 seconden
Trump loses contempt clash in rough court day
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday April 30, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial. Veteran courtroom sketch artist Christine Cornell, who has been depicting Trump at his historic trial, joins Melber. Plus, Emily Bazelon and Duncan Levin also join.
1-5-2024 • 40 minuten, 53 seconden
New state charges for Trump's failed coup
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, April 29, and reports on new state charges for Donald Trump's failed coup, Trump's legal battles, and the White House Correspondents dinner. Plus, retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer joins The Beat. Tony Schwartz, Neal Katyal and Manny Arora also join.
29-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Tabloid vet details secret plot at Trump trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 26, and reports on Donald Trump's legal battles, from his criminal trial to SCOTUS opening arguments. Joyce Vance, Jason Johnson, Michael Beschloss and Jay Mcinery join.
27-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 39 seconden
SCOTUS case tests DOJ trial for Trump coup
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, April 25, and reports on takeaways from the Supreme Court arguments on Donald Trump’s absolute immunity claims. Joyce Vance, Chai Komanduri, John Brennan, Emily Bazelon and Douglas Brinkley join to discuss.
25-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 53 seconden
Trump on defense as D.A. tells jury about receipts
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, April 24, and reports on the prosecution's case in Donald Trump's criminal trial. Melber also reports on Donald Trump's defense in his trial and the TikTok ban bill. Catherine Christian, Brian Wice, David Kelley and Emily Bazelon join.
24-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 58 seconden
Tabloid publisher David Pecker testifies in Trump trial
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, April 23, and reports on Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial. Maya Wiley, Joyce Vance, Lachlan Cartwright, Hugo Lowell and Molly Jong-Fast join.
23-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Judge says "trial is starting"
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 19, and reports on Donald Trump's hush money case. Melissa Murray, Andrew Weissmann and former Trump lawyer Tim Parlatore join.
19-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
Jury is seated in Trump trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, April 18, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trial. Plus, Chef Mario Carbone joins Melber. Michael Steele, Rev. Al Sharpton and Catherine Christian also join.
18-4-2024 • 42 minuten, 30 seconden
Judge requires Trump to attend hush money trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, April 17, and reports on Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial, GOP dysfunction, two major SCOTUS cases. Chai Komanduri, Margaret Carlson and Lance Fletcher join. Plus, Rapper Jeezy joins to discuss his new documentary "Hip-Hop and the White House."
17-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 50 seconden
Donald Trump's criminal trial: Ari Melber breakdown
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber breaks down the early days of Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial in New York. Plus, listen to Melber's previous interviews with former Trump lawyer Joe Tacopina and Stormy Daniels’ former lawyer Michael Avenatti.
17-4-2024 • 1 uur, 15 minuten, 46 seconden
First seven jurors selected in Trump's hush money trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, April 16, and breaks down the first two days of Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial. Andrew Weissmann, Adam Kaufmann, Molly Jong-Fast and Michael Beschloss join to discuss.
16-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
Ari Melber and MSNBC team break down Trump's criminal trial
On 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.
16-4-2024 • 40 minuten, 51 seconden
Trump trial begins: Rachel Maddow, Ari Melber, and MSNBC breaks down historic moment
MSNBC'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.
15-4-2024 • 43 minuten, 19 seconden
Ari breaks down Trump’s evidence problem as trial begins
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 12, and delivers a special report on Donald Trump's upcoming hush money trial. Kristy Greenberg, Maya Wiley, and Michael Beschloss join.
13-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 19 seconden
NBC News obtains witness list in Trump hush money trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, April 11, and reports on Donald Trump's hush money trial that will begin next week. Plus, Rakim, DJ Jazzy Jeff, and Christina Greer join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Molly Jong-Fast and Jacob Weisberg also join.
12-4-2024 • 40 minuten, 48 seconden
Cohen lawyer rebuts criticism by convict Michael Avenatti
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, April 10th, and reports on Arizona's abortion ban and the funding disparity in women's and men's sports. Plus, Lanny Davis, legal advisor for Trump trial witness Michael Cohen, joins Melber. Dahlia Lithwick also joins.
11-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 13 seconden
Michael Avenatti joins "The Beat" from prison
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, April 9th, and interviews Stormy Daniels’ former lawyer Michael Avenatti from prison. Nick Akerman, Joan Walsh, and Margaret Carlson join to discuss the interview. Plus, Melber reports on Arizona's abortion ruling and Jack Smith's latest filing.
9-4-2024 • 39 minuten, 44 seconden
Trump in trouble: Cash and voter shortfalls
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday April 8 and reports on Trump's political and financial struggles as he lags behind Biden in fundraising and posts millions in his bond agreement. Plus, celebrating the series finale of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" as it skewered modern life and politics. Mark Leibovich, Molly Ball and Marq Claxton join.
8-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Trump faces legal setbacks in three courts
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 5, and reports on Donald Trump's legal battles, Jan. 6 accountability and the historic solar eclipse. Plus, Bill Nye The Science Guy joins. Leah Litman, Bill Kristol and Molly Jong-Fast also join.
6-4-2024 • 42 minuten
Top Republicans went from rebuking “insurrection” to defending Jan. 6
MSNBC'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.
5-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
Obama, Clinton, Sanders campaigning with Biden
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, April 3rd, and reports on Bernie Sanders campaigning alongside President Biden, special counsel Jack Smith's latest filing, and Donald Trump's legal battles. James Carville and Lisa Rubin join for the latest fallback installment. Plus, hear Ari Melber's interview with Bush White House vet Karl Rove. David Plouffe and Erin Haines also join.
3-4-2024 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
Trump gagged as NY trial begins in two weeks
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, April 2, and reports on Donald Trump's trials and an abortion ruling out of Florida. Plus, Melber delivers a special report on free speech. Kristy Greenberg and David Kelley join.
2-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
House GOP infighting escalates again
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, April 1, and reports on GOP dysfunction, Donald Trump's upcoming criminal trial and SNL's recent Trump sketch. Dan Alexander, Neal Katyal, Molly-Jong Fast and Jason Johnson join.
1-4-2024 • 41 minuten, 38 seconden
Beyond 2024 race, an aging population runs Congress
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 29, and reports on gerontocracy in U.S. politics, Donald Trump's legal battles and GOP voter fraud hypocrisy. Michael Beschloss joins to discuss. Plus, actor and comedian Brett Gelman and Politico White House correspondent Eugene Daniels join Melber in the latest "Fallback" installment.
29-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Trail of Trump lawyers face fees, charges and disbarment for coup
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 28, and reports on a judge's ruling that ex-Trump election lawyer John Eastman should be disbarred and a Biden-Clinton-Obama campaign event. Ruth Ben-Ghiat and James Carville join to discuss. Plus, Melber celebrates 1.5 billion views on The Beat's YouTube channel.
28-3-2024 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
Democrats tout abortion rights as winning strategy against GOP
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, March 27, and reports on a Democrat who flips an Alabama House seat, former DOJ official Jeff Clark in the hot seat today, and senators accusing Mark Zuckerberg of slow-walking their social media and child safety inquiries. Eugene Robinson, David Corn, Jon Haidt and Zeke Emanuel join to discuss.
27-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 22 seconden
Supreme Court appears skeptical of challenge to abortion pill mifepristone
MSNBC'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.
27-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 10 seconden
NY judge sets new trial date for Trump criminal trial
MSNBC'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.
25-3-2024 • 42 minuten, 8 seconden
Trump running out of time and money in fraud appeal
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 22, and reports on a deadly shooting at a Moscow concert hall, Donald Trump's cash crunch, and GOP dysfunction in the House. Matt Bodner, Michael McFaul, and Chai Komanduri join to discuss. Plus, rapper Giggs and attorney Andrew Weissmann join Melber in the latest "Fallback" installment.
22-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
BONUS: Ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro reports to prison
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the saga that ultimately landed Peter Navarro behind bars. Plus, hear Melber's 2022 interview with Navarro, a conversation that lead to his subpoena after his coup revelations.
22-3-2024 • 20 minuten, 44 seconden
Trump racing against the clock to post half-billon dollar bond in fraud case
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 21, and reports on Trump's political and legal cash crunch ahead of his $464 million bond due Monday, and the DOJ's latest big swape at big tech. Michael Steele and John Flannery join to discuss. Plus, rapper Joyner Lucas and journalist Joan Walsh join Melber in the latest "Fallback" installment.
21-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 45 seconden
Ari talks to "Trump Employee 5" from DOJ indictment
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, March 20, and interviews Mar-a-Lago employee Brian Butler, a witness in the DOJ's classified documents indictment against Trump. Melber also reports on GOP extremism in the 2024 election and the start of ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro's prison sentence. Howard Dean and Joyce Vance join to discuss.
21-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 36 seconden
Trump to SCOTUS: Give me "absolute immunity"
MSNBC's Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, March 19, and reports on Trump's SCOTUS filing today claiming presidential immunity, former Trump aide Peter Navarro reporting to prison, backlash from Trump's comments about Jewish voters, a lawsuit by Mexico against U.S. gunmakers, a lawmaker's powerful speech on abortion, and Dr. Dre getting a Hollywood star. Kristy Greenberg, Renato Mariotti, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Alencia Johnson and Jonathan Lowy join to discuss.
19-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Trump ramps up violent, hateful rhetoric
MSNBC's Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Monday, March 18, and reports on hateful Trump rhetoric over the weekend, Trump's inability to post bond in his civil fraud case, the latest on reproductive rights, and Paul Manafort as a potential new Trump recruit. Brittney Cooper, Fernand Amandi, Michael Beschloss, Glenn Kirschner and Laphonza Butler join to discuss.
19-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 42 seconden
NY judge delays hush money trial
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 15, and reports on Trump's first criminal trial being delayed, a lead prosecutor stepping down in the Georgia RICO case, GOP dysfunction in the House, Senator Bernie Sanders pushing for a four-day work week, and more attempts by Republicans to reframe abortion bans. Melissa Murray, Renato Mariotti, Melissa Murray, Dave Aronberg, Eugene Robinson, Juanita Tolliver and Robert Reich join to discuss.
15-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Judge denies Trump motion to dismiss charges in docs case
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 14, and reports on Donald Trump's continuing legal battles, the RNC's plan to curtail voting rights, a GOP memo on abortion, and backlash from comments made by the CEO of Exxon during the warmest winter on record. Kristy Greenberg, Emily Bazelon, Jon Sale, David Jolly, Aisha Mills, and Bill McKibben join to discuss.
14-3-2024 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
Special counsel grilled on Biden classified docs report
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, March 12, and reports on special counsel Robert Hur's testimony today on the Biden classified documents probe, mass RNC layoffs amidst a Trump takeover, a new book that exposes Trump's election lies, and an increasing number of GOP laws putting abortion and other rights at stake. Joyce Vance, Leah Litman, Paul Dame, Molly Jong-Fast and Ken Block join to discuss.
12-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
Trump files motion to delay NY hush money case
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, March 11, and reports on Donald Trump's legal battles and the 2024 election. Jason Johnson, Samantha Vinograd, Michelle Goldberg, Neil Pederson, Kristy Greenberg and Renato Mariotti join.
12-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Biden hits campaign trail after State of the Union
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 8, and reports on President Biden campaigning in Pennsylvania after last night's fiery State of the Union and Donald Trump's legal battles. Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissmann join to discuss. Plus, film director and actor Mario Van Peebles joins Melber alongside political commentator Ayman Moyheldin in the latest "Fallback" installment.
9-3-2024 • 29 minuten, 16 seconden
BONUS: Jonathan Franzen talks to Ari Melber about fiction, family and history
In this bonus episode, MSNBC's Ari Melber sits down with Novelist Jonathan Franzen at the 2024 Rancho Mirage Writers Festival.
8-3-2024 • 45 minuten, 51 seconden
View of State of the Union inside Biden's White House
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 7, and reports on President Joe Biden's State of the Union address just hours away. Key Biden strategists Ron Klain, Jen Psaki and Ben Labolt join Melber to discuss: What issues do we expect the president to address? What makes tonight so consequential as we head into a Biden-Trump rematch? Yamiche Alcindor also joins.
8-3-2024 • 40 minuten, 33 seconden
Haley ends campaign that exposed Trump's weaknesses
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, March 6, and reports on Nikki Haley's impact on the 2024 election, a now-official Biden-Trump rematch, Mitch McConnell endorsing Trump and other Super Tuesday reactions. Ron Nehring, Margaret Carlson and James Carville join to discuss.
7-3-2024 • 40 minuten, 51 seconden
Supreme Court rules Trump can stay on Colorado ballot
MSNBC'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.
5-3-2024 • 41 minuten, 25 seconden
Trump and Jack Smith spar on classified docs trial date
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 1, and reports on uncertainty in Trump's legal calendar, the GOP's mixed messaging on abortion rights and Trump's attempt to post a lower bond for his fraud penalty. Molly Jong-Fast joins to discuss. Plus, special guest Ziggy Marley joins Melber to discuss the film "Bob Marley: One Love" and his father's legacy.
2-3-2024 • 40 minuten, 46 seconden
SCOTUS slow-walks Trump's immunity appeal
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, February 29, and reports on the fallout from the Supreme Court's decision to delay Trump's January 6 case, new proposed trial dates for Trump's classified documents case, Mitch McConnell's lasting influence, and the 2024 primaries. David Kelley, Jason Johnson and James Carville join to discuss.
1-3-2024 • 39 minuten, 44 seconden
Supreme Court takes Trump case, delaying his Jan. 6 trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, February 28, and reports on the Supreme Court deciding to hear Trump's immunity case and Mitch McConnell's resignation from GOP leadership. Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal, Michael Steele and Elie Mystal join to discuss. Plus, "Curb Your Enthusiasm" actress Susie Essman joins Melber to remember co-star and comedian Richard Lewis.
29-2-2024 • 46 minuten, 51 seconden
Primaries show GOP skepticism of Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 27, and reports on the GOP primary, growing burnout over political crises and Trump, and the continued fallout from the Alabama IVF ruling. Howard Dean, Rachel Bitecofer and Dr. Kali Cyrus join to discuss.
28-2-2024 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
Warning signs for MAGA in SC primary results
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, February 26 and reports on warning signs for Trump's campaign as more Republicans say they won't back him if he's the nominee in November. Plus, "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star JB Smoove and Sherri Shepherd join for a special Fallback!
27-2-2024 • 39 minuten, 11 seconden
NRA loses major case as outrage mounts over U.S. gun epidemic
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, February 23, and reports on the verdict in a corruption trial against the NRA, Donald Trump's mounting legal bills, reactions from critics after Trump's "retribution" vow and the upcoming South Carolina primary. Lisa Rubin, Emily Bazelon, Howard Dean and Rob Godfrey join to discuss. Plus, Academy Award-nominated actor Jeffrey Wright joins Melber to discuss his role in "American Fiction" and Black representation in Hollywood.
24-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
New Alabama ruling upends abortion debate
MSNBC'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.
23-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 47 seconden
Indicted ex-FBI informant claims he had Russian contacts
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, February 21 and reports on the FBI informant who provided false information about Hunter Biden, Donald Trump's sneaker grift, Trump's legal battles and President Biden using TikTok as a campaign platform. Josh Marshall, Tony Schwartz, David Plouffe and Olivia Julianna join to discuss.
22-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
GOP infighting escalates over war in Ukraine
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 20 and reports on GOP politics, Tucker Carlson's Putin interview, Donald Trump's legal battles, growing political polarization and Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Joan Walsh, Chai Komanduri, Emily Bazelon and William Ury join to discuss.
21-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 33 seconden
Trump's legal fees top half a billion dollars
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, February 19, and reports on Donald Trump's mounting legal fees, the fallout from New York's special election, an FBI informant indicted for lies about Hunter Biden and the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Neal Katyal joins to discuss. Plus, award-winning actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner joins Melber to discuss recent politics and Reiner's upcoming documentary "God & Country."
20-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 28 seconden
Judge rules Trump must pay $355 million in civil fraud trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, February 16, and reports on the ruling in Trump's civil fraud trial and the second day of D.A. Fani Willis' misconduct hearing. Kristy Greenberg, Russ Buettner, Dan Alexander, Bill Kristol and J. Tom Morgan join to discuss.
17-2-2024 • 50 minuten, 13 seconden
D.A. Fani Willis takes the stand in Trump RICO case
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, February 15, and reports on testimony from District Attorney Fani Willis in Donald Trump's RICO case. Maya Wiley, Manny Arora and Leslie Caldwell join to discuss. Plus, Trump's first criminal trial date is set for March.
16-2-2024 • 45 minuten, 51 seconden
Special preview of Into America presents: Uncounted Millions
On Into America presents: Uncounted Millions: The Power of Reparations, award-winning MSNBC correspondent Trymaine Lee dives into one of today’s most pressing debates: reparations. Months ago, Trymaine discovered the little-known story of Gabriel Coakley and it blew his mind. In the midst of the Civil War, Coakley was among a handful of Black people who found a way to get compensated for slavery by the US government. On Uncounted Millions, Trymaine talks to Coakley’s descendants about how reparations forever changed their family’s trajectory. And as more cities and states consider the issue at a policy level, he imagines how reparations might shape the whole of Black America. Listen to this special preview now. And follow the show: https://link.chtbl.com/iapum_fdlw
15-2-2024 • 6 minuten, 12 seconden
Deadly mass shooting at Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, February 14, and reports on the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade, with updates from city officials. Jesse Kirsch, Jim Cavanaugh, Cedric Alexander, Maxwell Frost and Jemele Hill join. Plus, Melber delivers instant analysis to the breaking news that Jack Smith filed a SCOTUS response to Trump's immunity filing. Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal and Gordon Sondland join.
15-2-2024 • 55 minuten, 23 seconden
Trump appointee Robert Hur faces credibility crisis as DOJ vets blast his report
MSNBC'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.
14-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 50 seconden
Obama AG Eric Holder on DOJ's Biden docs report
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, February 12, and reports on Trump's immunity appeal to the Supreme Court, Special Counsel Robert Hur's report on President Biden and the global backlash to Trump's comments about Russia and NATO. Melissa Murray, Former Obama Attorney General Eric Holder, and Ivo Daalder join to discuss.
13-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 34 seconden
Supreme Court likely to let Trump run for president again
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, February 8, and reports on today's oral arguments at the Supreme Court about Colorado's decision to remove former President Donald Trump from its primary ballot. Rick Hasen, Melissa Murray, James Schultz and David Kelley join to discuss.
9-2-2024 • 40 minuten, 1 seconde
SCOTUS eyes two cases about Trump's efforts to steal 2020 race
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, February 7, and reports on the Supreme Court as it eyes two cases about Donald Trump's efforts to steal the 2020 election. Eugene Robinson, Ankush Khardori and Jason Johnson join to discuss. Plus, award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay joins Melber to discuss her new film "Origin."
8-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 34 seconden
Appeals court: “Citizen Trump” is not immune from prosecution
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 6, and reports on a federal appeals court's rejection of Donald Trump's claims of immunity and the House's vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Neal Katyal, Leslie Caldwell, Melissa Murray, Kristy Greenberg, and Emily Bazelon join to discuss.
7-2-2024 • 45 minuten, 44 seconden
GOP lawmakers pushing new ways to undermine voters in 2024
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, February 5, and reports on lawmakers supporting false electors and the 2024 Grammy Awards. Neal Katyal, Andrew Weissmann, and Chai Komanduri join to discuss. Plus, Academy Award-winning producer Brian Grazer joins Melber in a special edition of The Summit Series.
6-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
U.S. forces strike more than 85 targets in Iraq and Syria
MSNBC's Katy Tur hosts "The Beat" on Friday, February 2, and reports on the U.S. launching strikes against Iran-backed militias in response to the killings of 3 American soldiers. Kelly O'Donnell, Keir Simmons, James Stavridis, Matt Bradley, Dan De Luce, Andrea Mitchell, Hooman Majd, Dennis Ross, Elise Labott, Barry McCaffrey, John Garamendi, Courtney Kube, Jen Psaki, David Rothkopf and Marc Ginsberg join to discuss.
3-2-2024 • 1 uur, 14 seconden
Report: Trump spent more than he raised in 2023
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, February 1, and reports on Trump's legal battles, GOP politics, lawmakers defying SCOTUS and backlash from a new luxury closet trend. Renato Mariotti, Leah Litman, Fernand Amandi, Juanita Tolliver, Michael Beschloss and Brittney Cooper join to discuss. Plus, how did a recent tweet from Elmo break the internet? Listen here to find out.
2-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 34 seconden
All eyes on Taylor Swift from MAGA to Grammys
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 31, and reports on the RNC's closed-door meeting, the GOP primaries, Donald Trump's legal battles and how Taylor Swift has become enmeshed in politics. Howard Dean, Andrew Weissmann and Jessica Valenti join to discuss. Plus, singer-songwriter Madison Cunningham joins Melber ahead of the 2024 Grammys where she is nominated for "Best American Roots Performance."
1-2-2024 • 41 minuten, 25 seconden
Tennessee woman running for office after fleeing state for abortion
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 30, and reports on RNC controversies, Trump's legal battles, Justice Sotomayor's frustrations with the Supreme Court and clashes over abortion bans. Chai Komanduri, David Kochel and Allie Phillips join to discuss. Plus, music producer and rapper Hit-Boy joins Melber ahead of the 2024 Grammys where he is nominated for producer of the year.
31-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 46 seconden
E. Jean Carroll's win comes after a long road for justice
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, January 29, and reports on the fallout from Trump's defamation case, the long road for justice taken by E. Jean Carroll, Nikki Haley's attacks against Trump and labor union involvement in the presidential election. Nancy Erika Smith, Robbie Myers and Jessica Bennett join to discuss. Plus, CEO of The Recording Academy Harvey Mason Jr. joins Melber ahead of the 2024 Grammys.
30-1-2024 • 37 minuten, 5 seconden
Trump must pay $83 million for defaming accuser
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 26, and reports on the verdict in Trump's defamation case, RNC politics and the latest in the GOP primary election. Kristy Greenberg, Lisa Rubin, Emily Bazelon, Katie Phang, and Howard Dean join to discuss. Plus, rapper Wyclef Jean and Republican strategist Bill Kristol join Melber in the latest "Fallback" installment.
27-1-2024 • 46 minuten, 17 seconden
Economy grows by more than 3%, defying expectations
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, January 25, and reports on Donald Trump taking the stand today in his defamation case, former Trump staffer Peter Navarro's sentencing, good news on the economy and the recent allegations against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. Joyce Vance, John Flannery, and Ben Labolt join to discuss the politics. Plus, rapper Benny the Butcher and Reverend Al Sharpton join Melber in the latest "Fallback" installment.
26-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Polls overestimate Trump's edge in the primaries
Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 24, and reports on last night's New Hampshire primary, looking at what the results might mean for the fights ahead for Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. As many report a commanding win by Trump in New Hampshire, does history tell a different story? What might Haley's continued run mean for the former president? James Carville, Michael Steele, and Christine Todd Whitman join to discuss.
25-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 22 seconden
GOP fight becomes 2-person race as DeSantis drops out
Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, January 22, and reports on the latest election news on the eve of the New Hampshire primary, Trump's trail of former lawyers, reflections on DeSantis' campaign ending, and Republicans changing their minds about Trump. NBC News Correspondent Garrett Haake joins live from New Hampshire. John Kasich, Margaret Carlson, and Chai Komanduri also join to discuss.
23-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Judge strikes down controversial Texas book ban law
Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 19, and reports on new deposition tapes in Trump's civil fraud case, the latest on Trump's immunity claims, the GOP 2024 primary election, and the state of abortion rights on Capitol Hill. Dave Aronberg, Renato Mariotti, Emily Bazelon, Mark Leibovich, Molly Jong Fast, and Jennifer Klein join to discuss. Plus, Suzanne Nossel joins to discuss recent trends in book bans and censorship in America.
20-1-2024 • 42 minuten, 8 seconden
Voters matter more than polls, pundits
Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, January 18, and reports on the 2024 election, America's growing political divide, and the latest on Trump's legal battles. Chai Komanduri and Carrie Sheffield join. Plus, Lindsay Owens joins to discuss recent allegations against big corporations for price gouging in so-called "greedflation."
19-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Supreme Court to weigh in on federal agency power
Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 17, and reports on the 2024 election, Trump's legal battles and the latest SCOTUS hearing that could potentially overturn four decades of precedent. Plus, Gavin Rossdale and Steve Kornacki join for the latest "Fallback" installment. Melissa Murray, Eugene Robinson and Christopher Galdieri also join.
18-1-2024 • 40 minuten, 59 seconden
Trump wins Iowa as DeSantis and Haley nearly tie for 2nd
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 16, and reports on the Iowa caucus results, the 2024 election and Donald Trump's legal battles. Tim Palatore, James Carville and Bill Kristol join.
17-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 25 seconden
2024 Primaries Begin
In 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.
16-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 19 seconden
Trump seeks to avoid prison amid 2024 campaign
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 12, and reports on Donald Trump, the Iowa caucuses, book bans and Obamacare. Neera Tanden, Steve Kornacki and Rachel Paine Caufield join.
13-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
Trump seeks to avoid prison amid 2024 campaign
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, January 11, and reports on Donald Trump's fraud trial, the Iowa caucuses and the 2024 election. Plus, Cornell Belcher and Yvette Nicole Brown join for the latest "Fallback Friday" installment. James Pindell, Kristy Greenberg and Dan Alexander join.
12-1-2024 • 44 minuten, 47 seconden
Extreme snowstorm collides with pivotal Iowa caucus
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 10, and reports on the extreme weather ahead of the Iowa caucuses and Donald Trump's legal trials. John Kasich, Jason Johnson and David Kochel join.
11-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 45 seconden
Trump lawyer: POTUS has license to murder if he ducks impeachment
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 9, and reports on Donald Trump's immunity argument and the Iowa caucuses. Priscilla Thompson, Emily Bazelon, Leslie Caldwell and James Schultz join.
10-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 40 seconden
A week out, Trump aims to avoid repeating his Iowa caucus loss
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, January 8, and reports on the Iowa caucuses, Donald Trump and January 6. Michael Steele, Brianne Pfannenstiel and Libby Casey join.
9-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 57 seconden
SCOTUS takes Trump ballot ban case today
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 5, and reports on SCOTUS's decision to hear Donald Trump’s ballot case. Plus, John Leguizamo joins for the latest "Fallback Friday" installment. Colorado's Secretary of State Jena Griswold, Renato Mariotti and Rick Hasen also join.
6-1-2024 • 46 minuten, 12 seconden
New Trump White House corruption revealed
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, Jan 4, and reports on Trump White House corruption and Trump's ongoing legal battles. Plus, Author and Science Educator Bill Nye joins. Richard Painter also joins.
5-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 57 seconden
2024 campaign starts with Biden-Trump duel
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 3, and reports on President Biden's campaign, Donald Trump legal news and the NRA's ongoing trial. Andrew Weissman, Joe Crowley and Adam Grant join.
4-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 45 seconden
2024 Primaries begin in 13 days
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, Jan 2, and reports on the 2024 primaries, Donald Trump and Senator Bob Menendez. Brian Stelter, Renato Mariotti, Chai Komandui and Brianne Pfannensteil join.
3-1-2024 • 41 minuten, 56 seconden
Trump could go to prison or White House in 2024
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, December 29 and reports on Donald Trump's criminal trials. Plus, the GOP's dysfunction in 2023. Joyce Vance and Tom Rogers join.
30-12-2023 • 40 minuten, 38 seconden
Special report: RICO case on track as Trump’s DOJ case may be delayed in 2024
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, December 28 and reports on the latest in Trump's RICO and DOJ cases. Plus, a special report on DA Fani Willis, and a Summit series interview with Leon Cooperman. Margaret Carlson joins.
29-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 59 seconden
Trump eyes court appeals and ballot clashes in 2024
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, December 27, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal battles, Jack Smith and Taylor Swift’s influence. Renato Mariotti joins.
28-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
Jack Smith responds to Trump's request to delay immunity ruling
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, December 21 and reports on Jack Smith responding to Donald Trump's request to delay the immunity ruling in his DC case. Plus, the latest in Rudy Giuliani's legal saga. Mary Trump joins on Donald Trump's campaign rhetoric.
22-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 50 seconden
Jack Smith and Trump clash in DC coup case
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, December 20, and reports on the latest in Jack Smith's DC coup case, as Trump urges the Supreme Court to delay hearing his immunity case. Plus, Michael Cohen joins on Trump's racist rhetoric.
21-12-2023 • 41 minuten
Colorado Supreme Court kicks Trump off the state's 2024 ballot
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, December 19, and reports on the Colorado Supreme Court’s ruling barring Trump from the 2024 ballot. Kristy Greenberg, Hugo Lowell, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Glenn Kirschner, Hugo Lowell, Neal Katyal and Lisa Rubin join.
20-12-2023 • 42 minuten, 13 seconden
Trump's enablers defend comments
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, December 18, and reports on Donald Trump and attacks on democracy. Josh Kaplan, Michael Steele, Michelle Goldberg, Neal Katyal and Steve Inskeep.
19-12-2023 • 42 minuten, 13 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber interviews Clive Davis
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber interviews record executive and lawyer Clive Davis for the 20th Anniversary of the Clive Davis Institute. This interview was recorded at New York University.
18-12-2023 • 1 uur, 15 minuten, 41 seconden
Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million in Georgia election worker defamation case
MSNBC's Melissa Murray hosts "The Beat" on Friday, December 15, and reports on Rudy Giuliani, Donald Trump, GOP chaos and abortion. Imani Gandy, Kristy Greenberg, Alencia Johnson, Emily Bazelon, Frank Figliuzzi and Ken Frydman join.
16-12-2023 • 42 minuten
Trump braces for colliding campaign & trial schedule
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, December 14, and reports on Donald Trump, Bidenomics and Fani Willis. Chai Komanduri and John Flannery join.
15-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 13 seconden
Judge pauses Trump coup case
MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on Wednesday, December 13, and reports on Donald Trump and abortion politics. Plus, Yuval Noah Harari joins. Kristy Greenberg, Emily Applebaum and Emily Bazelon also join.
14-12-2023 • 44 minuten, 30 seconden
Jack Smith's new breakthrough in coup case
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, December 12, and reports on Donald Trump's trials. Plus, Billionaire Leon Cooperman joins for the latest "Summit Series" installment. David Kelley and David Plouffee also join.
13-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 51 seconden
BONUS: Billionaire Leon Cooperman joins The Beat
In this podcast extra, billionaire and Wall Street Legend Leon Cooperman discusses his decades of success at Goldman Sachs, his commitment to philanthropy and politics ahead of the 2024 election. Cooperman also explains his disdain for Donald Trump and why he’ll “never vote” for Trump, despite being a long-time conservative.
13-12-2023 • 48 minuten, 58 seconden
Jack Smith eyes Supreme Court
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, December 11, and reports on Donald Trump’s trials, Trump enablers, Rudy Guiliani and book bans. Neal Katyal, Joyce Vance, Carlos Curbelo and Margaret Carlson join.
12-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 38 seconden
Liz Cheney's full MSNBC interview with Ari Melber
In 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.
11-12-2023 • 1 uur, 3 minuten, 18 seconden
BONUS: Yuval Noah Harari joins The Beat
Why is the 'New Right' turning on conservative traditions? Why are conspiracy theories so potent? Why don't humans use wealth and technology in ways that benefit humanity? Renowned historian and 'Sapiens' author Yuval Noah Harari tackles those questions in this podcast extra with MSNBC’s Ari Melber.
11-12-2023 • 1 uur, 7 minuten, 49 seconden
DOJ's Jack Smith wins Trump gag order
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, December 8, and reports on Donald Trump’s gag order, Congress and Hunter Biden. Plus, Yuval Noah Harari joins for the latest “Summit Series” installment. Howard Dean and Renato Mariotti also join.
9-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 39 seconden
New warnings about Trump's threat to democracy
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, December 7, and reports on Trump enablers, the fourth GOP debate and a recent abortion ruling in Texas. Christine Todd Whitman, Tony Schwartz and Joyce Vance join.
8-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
Liz Cheney on Jan. 6 coup plots and Trump campaign
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, December 6, and is joined by former Congresswoman and Vice Chair of the January 6 Committee Liz Cheney to discuss Donald Trump's presidential campaign and more. Michael Steele and David Kelley also join.
7-12-2023 • 46 minuten, 33 seconden
New GOP speaker sides with Jan. 6 rioters over police
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, December 5, and reports on Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson. Plus, LA Times Tech Columnist Brian Merchant joins for the latest “Open Mind” installment. Andrew Weissman and Chai Komanduri also join.
6-12-2023 • 37 minuten, 39 seconden
New warnings about Trump's threat to democracy
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, December 4 and reports on new warnings about Trump's threat to democracy. Liz Cheney saying electing Trump equates to "sleepwalking into dictatorship." Mark Leibovich and Bill Kristol join, along with Joyce Vance.
5-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
GOP’s George Santos expelled from Congress`
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, December 1, and reports on Donald Trump and George Santos. Libby Casey, Juanita Toliver, John Flannery and Michael Hirschcorn join.
2-12-2023 • 40 minuten, 58 seconden
Trump gaged again in New York
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, November 30, and reports on Donald Trump, Elon Musk and the latest in the Israel-Hamas war. Andrew Weissmann, Jen Psaki and Chai Komanduri join.
1-12-2023 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Report: Trump attempting to "relitigate" debunked election claims
MSNBC’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.
30-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 45 seconden
New coup details revealed to DOJ prosecutors
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, November 28, reports on the latest in the Israel-Hamas war and Donald Trump’s trials. Plus, Melber reports on a special shout out from Rapper Dave East. Bill Kristol, Kristy Greenberg, Hugo Lowell and Aaron David Miller join.
29-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Report: Trump gears up for “radical” second term
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Monday, August 27, and reports on the latest in the Israel-Hamas war and Donald Trump. Brian Levin, Micahel Beschloss, Neal Katyal, Melissa Murray, David Rhode and Elise Labbott join.
28-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 22 seconden
Scrutiny on GOP's Johnson after chaotic speaker fight
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, November 22, and reports on Donald Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson and the latest in the Israel-Hamas war. Molly Jong Fast, Kurt Bardella, Hugo Lowel, David Rhode, Marc Polymeropoulos and Renato Mariotti join.
23-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 21 seconden
GOP Speaker Mike Johnson visits Trump
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, November 21, and reports on the latest in the Israel-Hamas war, politics and Donald Trump’s trials. Plus, Rob Reiner joins Melber. Bruce Hoffman, Jim Messina, Amb. Dennis Ross and Erin McLaughlin also join.
22-11-2023 • 40 minuten, 41 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber's conversation with Lil Durk and Erykah Badu
In this podcast extra, you will hear Ari Melber's extended interviews with Rapper Lil Durk and Grammy-award winner Erykah Badu.
21-11-2023 • 1 uur, 22 minuten, 5 seconden
Trump's federal coup case hits appeals court today
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 11 and reports on a federal appeals court hearing arguments about whether or not to keep a gag order in place for Trump in the D.C. election interference case...
Trump's legal team clashing with DOJ prosecutors. Plus, Argentina's new president elected, following the MAGA playbook. SDNY vets Maya Wiley and David Kelley join, plus, Manny Arora and Renato Mariotti.
21-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 40 seconden
Trump faces trials, but abortion stance may pose largest risk in 2024
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, November 17, and reports on abortion within the GOP, Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s legal battles. Plus, rapper Lil Durk makes his Beat debut. Michael Steele, Chai Komanduri and Lauren Leader join to discuss.
18-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 42 seconden
G.A. Judge issues protective order after video leak
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, November 16, and reports on Donald Trump's RICO case, Rep. George Santos and the Starbucks strike. Plus, Bay Area Icon E-40 joins for the latest "Fallback" installment. Kristy Greenberg and Tim O'Brien also join.
17-11-2023 • 42 minuten, 18 seconden
Clash in Trump RICO case as aides detail coup on tape
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, November 15, and reports on the latest developments in Donald Trump’s Georgia probe, Meta and the Israel-Hamas war. Manny Arora and Andrew Weissman join.
16-11-2023 • 42 minuten, 24 seconden
Aide details Trump plot to steal election
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, November 14, and reports on new footage of Trump aides talking to Georgia prosecutors, Fox News, and the latest on New York Mayor Eric Adams. Brian Stelter and David Kelley join.
15-11-2023 • 31 minuten, 48 seconden
Two Trump aides flip on Trump in RICO sessions in GA
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 13, and reports on the Supreme Court's ethics code and new footage of Trump aides flipping on Donald Trump in the Georgia RICO case. Plus, Melber is joined by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Bob Woodward. Melissa Murray, Danny Greenberg and Tim Snyder also join.
14-11-2023 • 42 minuten, 32 seconden
Republicans own up to more losses after bruising week
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, November 10, and reports on Bidenomics, abortion politics and Donald Trump’s trials. Molly Jong-Fast, Mark Thompson and Paul Krugman join. Plus, comedian Sam Jay joins for the latest Fallback segment.
11-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
GOP reeling after electoral debate disasters
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, November 9, and reports on the 2023 election results, Donald Trump’s trials and SCOTUS ethics scandals. Maya Wiley and Chai Komanduri join.
10-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Dems notch big wins in red states
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, November 8, and reports on the 2023 election, the third Republican debate and Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial. Robert Barnett, James Carville and Margaret Carlson join.
9-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
Trump clashes with judge at fraud trial
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 7, and reports on Donald Trump's civil fraud trial, election day 2023 and the first amendment. Alexis McGill Johnson, Steve Kornacki, David Kelley and Dan Alexander join.
8-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Trump testifies in NY civil fraud trial
MSNBC's Charles Coleman Jr. hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 6, and reports on Donald Trump's civil fraud trial. Molly Jong-Fast, Basil Smikle, Joyce Vance, Caroline Pelosi, David Fahrenhold, Kristy Greenberg and Neal Katyal join.
7-11-2023 • 40 minuten, 16 seconden
Eric Trump testifies for second day in civil fraud trial
Melissa Murray hosts "The Beat" on Friday, November 3 and reports on the latest in the Trump New York civil fraud trial with Eric Trump testifying for a second day. Plus, the latest on the mideast and the Clarence Thomas scandal. Maya Wiley, Renato Mariotti, Kurt Bardella, Howard Dean join.
3-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Don Jr. and Eric Trump testify in Trump org fraud trial
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat'' on Thursday, November 2, and reports on Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial, the latest in the Israel-Hamas war and artificial intelligence. Plus, Henry Winkler joins Melber for the latest “Fallback” installment. Harry Smith, Khari Johnson, Hala Gorani and and Nick Akerman join.
2-11-2023 • 41 minuten, 45 seconden
BONUS: Melber breaks down Trump coup probes as lawyers flip
In this podcast extra, MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber breaks down Donald Trump's escalating coup probes after three Trump lawyers flipped. Former SDNY Prosecutor Kristy Greenberg and Former Federal Prosecutor Rento Mariotti join.
1-11-2023 • 43 minuten, 49 seconden
GOP's "Wolf of Wall Street" problem on full display in the House
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, October 31, and reports on the GOP's "Wolf of Wall Street" problem, Donald Trump’s trials, free speech and the latest in the Israel-Hamas war. Andrew Weissman, Chai Komanduri and Mark Leibovich join.
31-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
DC judge reinstates gag order for Trump in coup case
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, October 30, and reports on Donald Trump’s trials, President Biden and the latest in the Israel-Hamas war. Neal Katyal, Joyce Vance, Steven Cook and Ron Klain join.
31-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 56 seconden
As witnesses flip on Trump, he faces uphill fight at both coup trials
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, October 27, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal battles, George Santos, new House Speaker Mike Johnson and the latest in the Israel-Hamas war. Kristy Greenberg, Renato Mariotti, David Rothkopf, Elise Labott, David Rohde and Ellison Barber join.
27-10-2023 • 42 minuten, 2 seconden
Mass shooting in Maine: Trump under fire in multiple coup trials
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, October 26, and reports on the mass shooting in Maine, Donald Trump’s legal battles, the latest in the Israel-Hamas war and House Speaker Mike Johnson. Melissa Murray, Cedric Alexander, Bruce Hoffman, George Solis and Marq Claxton join.
26-10-2023 • 50 minuten, 34 seconden
New RICO guilty plea: Cassidy Hutchinson speaks to Ari Melber
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, October 24, and reports on Jenna Ellis’s guilty plea, Donald Trump’s trials, and House GOP chaos. Plus, former top Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson joins Melber. John Flannery also joins.
25-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 42 seconden
Day 17 of the Israel-Hamas war: Trump rattled as lawyers flip on him in coup case
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, October 10, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal battles, House GOP chaos and the latest in the Israel-Hamas war. Neal Katyal, David Rohde, Maya Wiley and Heather Cox Richardson join.
23-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 44 seconden
BONUS: Two Trump lawyers flip in RICO case
Kenneth Chesebro is the second Trump lawyer to plead guilty in the Georgia election interference case. In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber breaks down the plea deals and D.A. Fani Willis's historic career. Melissa Murray joins to discuss.
23-10-2023 • 23 minuten, 53 seconden
Day 14 of the Israel-Hamas war: 2nd Trump lawyer pleads guilty in GA probe
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, October 20, and reports on the latest in the Israel-Hamas war and Donald Trump’s legal battles. Ambassador Majed Bamya, Temidayo Aganga-Williams, Melissa Murray, Joyce Vance and Martin Fletcher join.
20-10-2023 • 45 minuten, 55 seconden
Day 13 of the Israel-Hamas War: Sidney Powell pleads guilty
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, October 19, and reports on the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas war and Sidney Powell’s guilty plea in the Georgia election interference case. Nick Akerman, Maya Wiley, David Kelley and Richard Engel join.
19-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Day 12 of the Israel-Hamas war: GOP's Jordan loses ground in 2nd speaker vote
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 18, and reports on President Biden's historic visit to Israel and the House speaker fight. Richard Engel, Aaron David Miller, Annie Karni, David Corn and David Rothkopf join.
19-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 25 seconden
Day 11 of the Israel-Hamas war: Jim Jordan loses speaker vote
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, October 17, and reports on the latest in the Israel-Gaza war and the House Speaker fight. Sussan Glasser, Hala Gorani, Jackie Alemany, David Corn and Ehud Barak join.
18-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 13 seconden
Day 10 of the Israel - Hamas war: Speaker's race
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, October 16 and reports on the latest in the Israel-Gaza war as the humanitarian crisis worsens. Plus, the latest on the House GOP's chaotic struggle to find a new Speaker of the House. Admiral James Stavridis, Avi Mayer, Neal Katyal and Michael Steele join.
16-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 44 seconden
Day 7 of the Israel- Hamas war
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, October 13, in this special second hour, and reports on the Israel-Hamas war and the House speaker fight. Raf Sanchez, Richard Engel, Nicholas Kristof, Hala Gorani, Martin Fletcher, David Rothkopf, and Denver Riggleman join.
14-10-2023 • 42 minuten, 13 seconden
Israel vows to end Hamas
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, October 12, in this special second hour, and reports on the Israel-Hamas war and the House Speaker fight. Ali Velshi, Richard Engel, John Kirby, Laetitia Courtois, and Rep. Katherine Clark join.
13-10-2023 • 42 minuten, 36 seconden
Israeli troops massing for a potential Gaza invasion
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 11, and reports on the Israel-Hamas war and House GOP chaos. Annie Karni, Dennis Ross and John Brennan join.
11-10-2023 • 40 minuten, 53 seconden
Biden on Hamas: "This is terrorism"
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, October 10, and reports on fourth day of the Hamas-Israel war. Avi Mayer, Marc Polymeropoulos, Anne Applebaum and Danny Ayalon join.
10-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 27 seconden
Israel at war with Hamas
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, October 9, and reports on the Israel-Gaza war. Susan Glassner, Ronan Bergman, Steven Cook and Ali Velshi join.
10-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Trump alarms nuclear experts after revealing secrets to foreign national
Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Friday, October 6 and reports on the explosive allegation that Trump shared nuclear secrets related to U.S. submarines with a foreign national. Plus, the latest on Trump's ongoing legal trials, and the chaos engulfing the House GOP caucus, as Rep. Jim Jordan receives Donald Trump's endorsement to replace Kevin McCarthy as Speaker. Renato Mariotti, Joe Cirincione and Elie Mystal join.
6-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 3 seconden
Trump files motion to dismiss DC coup indictment
MSNBC's Melissa Murray hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, October 5, and reports on Donald Trump's legal battles and House GOP chaos. Brendan Buck, Christina Greer, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Leah Litman, Johnathan Greenberg, Emily Bazelon and Jill Wine-Banks join.
6-10-2023 • 42 minuten, 6 seconden
Chaos engulfs house GOP after McCarthy ouster
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 4, and reports on House GOP chaos and Donald Trump's trials. Reverend Al Sharpton, Howard Dean, Glenn Kirschner, Kristy Greenberg, Cory Booker and Rep. Denver Riggleman join.
4-10-2023 • 42 minuten, 1 seconde
Kevin McCarthy ousted as Speaker of the House
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, October 3, and reports on Kevin McCarthy’s speakership battle and Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial. Plus, Michael Cohen joins. Kurt Bardella, Molly Jong-Fast, Rep Ilhan Omar and Michal Beschloss also join.
3-10-2023 • 47 minuten, 57 seconden
BONUS: The power of Taylor Swift in politics
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on the "Taylor Swift" effect in politics. Melber discusses Swift's impact on registering young voters and the growing influence of cultural leaders in politics.
3-10-2023 • 22 minuten, 13 seconden
Trump in court today for fraud trial
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 2nd, and reports on the first day of Donald Trump's civil fraud trial. Katty Kay, Neal Katyal, Maya Wiley, Joyce Vance and David Cay Johnston join.
2-10-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
BONUS: How to Win 2024: The “Kiddie Table” Debate
Debate guru Ron Klain joins Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri on their new podcast “How to Win 2024” to discuss the winners and losers of the 2nd GOP debate and what it could mean for President Biden’s re-election campaign. Plus, the House Republicans’ impeachment effort that voters want nothing to do with. Listen each week and click here to follow the show.
29-9-2023 • 32 minuten, 57 seconden
Biden warns about threats to democracy in new speech
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, September 28, and reports on President Biden, District Attorney Fani Willis, Amazon’s antitrust lawsuit and Donald Trump. Sara Morrison and Howard Dean join.
28-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 8 seconden
Fallout as judge finds Trump guilty of fraud
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 27, and reports on Trump's legal battles, Fox News and the "Taylor Swift effect" in politics. Erin Gloria Ryan, Michael Wolff and Barbara Res join.
28-9-2023 • 40 minuten, 48 seconden
Judge rules Trump committed fraud
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, September 26, and reports on Donald Trump’s trials, Senator Bob Menendez’s indictment, and President Biden. Maya Wiley, Leslie Caldwell and Josh Marshall join.
27-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Deadline for Trump response to gag order request
MSNBC's Melissa Murray hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 25, and reports on Donald Trump, the latest SCOTUS scandal, and Cassidy Hutchinson's book. Joyce Vance, Leah Litman, Nick Akerman, Elie Mystal and Michelle Goldberg join.
25-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber x Peter Navarro interview
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber is joined by Peter Navarro for a wide-ranging conversation. Plus, hear Melber's 2022 interview with Navarro.
25-9-2023 • 33 minuten, 19 seconden
BONUS: Bill Gates joins The Beat
In this podcast extra, philanthropist and tech leader Bill Gates joins MSNBC's Ari Melber for a long-ranging conversation about the Gates Foundation's new 2023 "Goalkeepers Report," the rise of artificial intelligence and the economy. Plus, listen to Melber's 2022 interview with Gates.
25-9-2023 • 38 minuten, 22 seconden
Inside Trump Legal Cases
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 22, and takes you inside Trump's legal cases. Joyce Vance, Michael Beschloss, and Jon Sale join.
23-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 25 seconden
Rupert Murdoch retires from Fox News empire
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 21, and reports on Rupert Murdoch's retirement from Fox News. Britney Cooper, Howard Dean and James Stewart join. Plus, rapper Vic Mensa also joins for the latest "Fallback" segment.
22-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
Peter Navarro returns to "The Beat"
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 20, and is joined by former Trump aide Peter Navarro for a wide-ranging conversation on his recent conviction. Melissa Murray and Chai Komanduri also join.
21-9-2023 • 46 minuten, 37 seconden
GA RICO defendants blame Trump for their actions
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 19, and reports on Trump's legal battles, President Biden an Rudy Giuliani. Plus, Melber is joined by Bill Gates. Neal Katyal and Ruth Ben-Ghiat also join.
20-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 23 seconden
New heat on RICO defendant Jeffery Clark
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, September 18, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, President Joe Biden and the 2024 election. Plus, Allen Hughes, Director & Executive Producer of the Docuseries “Dear Mama,” on Tupac’s legacy joins. Michelle Goldberg, Steve Israel and Emily Bazelon also join.
19-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
Jack Smith asks for new limit on Trump talking
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 15, and reports on Special Counsel Jack Smith's filing in the coup case, Donald trump's confessions, the latest lawsuit against Fox News and the Wisconsin Senate. Andrew Weissmann, Brian Stelter and Leslie Caldwell join.
16-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 5 seconden
Judge: RICO trial for two Trump co-defendants to start Oct. 23
MSNBC’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.
15-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 37 seconden
Ari asks Rep. Gaetz about undisclosed speaker “agreement”
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 13, and reports on Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Donald Trump's RICO case, the latest Fox News lawsuit and "Bidenomics." Rep. Matt Gaetz and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg join. Andrew Fleischman and Josh Marshall also join.
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, September 12, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, the “Taylor Swift effect” in politics, the DOJ’s Google trial and Kevin McCarthy. Sara Morrison, Chai Komanduri, Emily Bazelon and Maya Wiley join.
13-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber breaks down Trump aide Navarro’s conviction
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber breaks down ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro’s conviction. Plus, hear Navarro’s past interviews on “The Beat” in 2022. Former federal prosecutor John Flannery and Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall join to discuss.
12-9-2023 • 42 minuten, 4 seconden
D.A. Willis wins first big clash in Trump RICO case
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 11, and reports on Mark Meadows, Ginni Thomas and police brutality. Plus, Juanita Tolliver and rap artist Common "fallback" with Melber. Michael Steele, and Marq Claxton also join.
12-9-2023 • 41 minuten, 56 seconden
Despite grand jury report, Lindsey Graham not charged in Georgia election probe
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, September 8, and reports on Trump’s Georgia trial, Rep. George Santos, Peter Navarro and Nancy Pelosi. Plus, Jason Isbell joins for the latest “Mavericks” installment. Neal Katyal and Naysa Woomer join.
9-9-2023 • 40 minuten, 49 seconden
Peter Navarro found guilty
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 7, and reports on Peter Navarro's conviction. Plus, Melber is joined by 2024 presidential candidate Cornel West. Zoe Lofgren, John Flannery and Josh Marshall also join.
8-9-2023 • 37 minuten, 18 seconden
First televised hearing in case related to Trump RICO plot
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, September 6, and reports on the first televised hearing in Trump’s RICO case, Donald Trump’s legal battles and Kevin McCarthy. Plus, Melber is joined by Bill Maher. Maya Wiley and Melissa Murray also join.
6-9-2023 • 42 minuten, 59 seconden
Proud Boys leader gets 22 years in prison, longest Jan. 6 sentence yet
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, September 5, and reports on Enrique Tarrio’s prison sentence, Donald Trump’s legal battles and the GOP’s “war on woke” failures. Chai Komanduri, David Kelley and Nick Quested join.
5-9-2023 • 40 minuten, 43 seconden
Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia RICO case
MSNBC’s Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, August 31, and reports on Donald Trump, hate crimes, Ron DeSantis and Clarence Thomas. Kristy Greenberg, Kurt Bardella, Elie Mystal, Meagan Burrows, Senator Shevrin Jones and Daryle Jenkins join.
31-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
Judge rules Giuliani defamed poll workers
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, August 30, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal battles and the GOP’s ties to Trump. Maya Wiley, Jessica Roth and Michelle Goldberg join.
31-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 23 seconden
D.A. Fani Willis asks judge to fast-track all defendants' trials
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, August 29, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal battles, healthcare legislation and bond disparities. Plus, Grammy-winner Jon Batiste joins for the latest “Mavericks With Ari Melber” installment. Emily Bazelon and Dr. Zeke Emanuel also join.
30-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Judge orders March 2024 trial for Trump over coup
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, August 28, and reports on Donald Trump’s March 2024 trial, Mark Meadows, Peter Navarro’s “weak sauce” defense, and the Jacksonville shooting. Eugene Robinson, David Kelley and Joyce Vance join.
28-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Trump is the first president to get a mugshot
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, August 25, and reports on Donald Trump’s historic mugshot. Jason Johnson, Nick Akerman, Howard Dean and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.
25-8-2023 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
Trump and 18 codefendants on track to be booked by deadline tomorrow
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, August 24, and reports on the latest in Donald Trump’s RICO case in Georgia and the rise and fall of Rudy Giuliani. David Kelley, Maya Wiley, James Schultz and Leslie Caldwell join.
25-8-2023 • 44 minuten, 9 seconden
BONUS: “Velshi Banned Book Club”
As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing the first episode of a new MSNBC podcast, “Velshi Banned Book Club,” an act of resistance against the epidemic of book banning. In each episode, a different author of a banned book joins Ali Velshi—including Margaret Atwood, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Laurie Halse Anderson and more—to talk about why their work is being targeted and about the literature itself. “Velshi Banned Book Club” is a series rooted in literary and cultural analysis and in the notion of reading as resistance. Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/vbbc_fdlw
24-8-2023 • 37 minuten, 45 seconden
From America’s mayor to RICO Defendant. Rudy Giuliani surrenders in GA
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, August 23, and reports on the Trump co-defendants in the Georgia case who have surrendered including Rudy Giuliani, Sidney Powell, John Eastman and more. James Carville, Nick Akerman, Jon Sale and John Flannery join.
23-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Trump confirms Thursday surrender in GA for RICO case
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, August 22, and reports on Trump’s legal battles and new Roger Stone tapes that were first obtained by “The Beat.” Plus, Chance the Rapper joins for the latest “Mavericks” installment. Emily Bazelon and Michael Steele also join.
22-8-2023 • 40 minuten, 40 seconden
New tapes show Trump vet Roger Stone on Jan. 6
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, August 21, and reports on new Roger Stone tapes. Plus, Melber interviews Charles Burnham, John Eastman's lawyer. Neal Katyal, Christoffer Guldbrand and Andrew Weissman join.
21-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
Report: New video shows indicted Trump ally at Capitol on Jan. 6
MSNBC’s Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Friday, August 18, and reports on Trump’s coup trial, Mike Roman, the Georgia probe and voter suppression. Bomani Jones, Ńse Ufot, Tanya Miller, Joyce Vance and David Corn join.
18-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
BONUS: Why indicted Trump may go to prison in Georgia & Roger Stone caught on tape
In this podcast extra, MSNBC's Ari Melber reports on Donald Trump's indictment in Georgia and "RICO." Melber also reports on exclusive video of Roger Stone pushing a plot to overthrow the 2020 election. Plus, listen to Melber's interview with Drew Findling, Trump's criminal defense lawyer in Georgia, that took place before Trump's indictment in The Peach State.
18-8-2023 • 39 minuten, 46 seconden
Caught on tape: Roger Stone dictates elector plot ahead of Biden win
MSNBC’s Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, August 17, and reports on exclusive video that shows Roger Stone pushing a plot to overthrow the 2020 election, Trump’s Georgia probe and the GOP’s war on education. Chris Jones, Donald Ayer, Katie Phang, Lisa Rubin, Nick Akerman and Emily Bazelon join.
17-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 30 seconden
EXCLUSIVE: Trump vet pushed elector plot before Trump lost
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, August 16, and reports on exclusive video of Trump adviser and ally Roger Stone pushing a plot to overthrow the 2020 election. Christopher Guldbrand, John Flannery and Sam Olens join.
17-8-2023 • 42 minuten
Trump’s 4th indictment hits Rico plot in Georgia
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, August 15, and reports on Donald Trump’s indictment in the Georgia election probe. David Kelley, J. Tom Morgan, Melissa Murray, Katie Phang, Chai Komanduri and Souymna Dayanadana join.
16-8-2023 • 1 uur, 21 minuten, 12 seconden
GA grand jury meets on Trump election case
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, August 14, and reports on Donald Trump’s probes. Plus, hear Melber’s special report on how Trump’s criminal exposure is tied to “all his lawyers.” Sam Olens and Hugo Lowell join.
14-8-2023 • 40 minuten, 58 seconden
Jack Smith’s team clashes with Trump lawyers in court pretrial hearing
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, August 11 and reports on the first pretrial hearing in the Trump election interference case, with Jack Smith's team clashing with Trump lawyers. Plus, Obama's "inspiration" Jeezy joins on the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Joyce Vance and Michael Hirschorn join.
11-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 51 seconden
Before indicting Trump, Jack Smith led war crimes case
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, August 10, and reports on Special Counsel Jack Smith, Trump’s legal battles and Clarence Thomas. James Schultz and Renato Mariotti join.
11-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
New memo shows planning and coordination in fraudulent electors plot
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, August 9, and reports on Donald Trump’s new coup memo, Trump’s co-conspirators, and abortion rights. Maya Wiley, David Kelley and Melissa Murray join.
10-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 35 seconden
Trump echoes “Oedipus Rex” amid 3 indictments
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 8, and reports on Trump's legal battles. Plus, Melber delivers a special report on how Trump echoes the Greek tragedy “Oedipus Rex." Chai Komanduri, Jay Mcinery, and Maya Wiley also join.
8-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 22 seconden
Lawyer for Trump “co-conspirator” on new charges
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, August 7, and is joined by Charles Burnham, lawyer for Trump “co-conspirator” John Eastman to discuss coup allegations in Jack Smith's indictment. Neal Katyal and Leslie Caldwell also join
8-8-2023 • 45 minuten, 55 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber breaks down Trump's coup arraignment
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber breaks down the key takeaways from Donald Trump’s coup arraignment. Plus, listen to Melber's 2022 interview with Former Trump White House adviser Peter Navarro.
7-8-2023 • 24 minuten, 43 seconden
Indicted: The Coup Conspiracy - Melber special report
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts a special episode of“The Beat” on Friday, August 3 on the Trump coup conspiracy plots which Jack Smith alleges were illegal in the second federal indictment of Donald Trump. John Flannery and Joyce Vance join.
4-8-2023 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Indictment reveals new coup evidence
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, August 2, and reports on Donald Trump’s indictment in the Jan. 6 coup probe. Barry Berke and John Flannery join.
3-8-2023 • 37 minuten, 28 seconden
Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 1, and delivers instant analysis to Jack Smith's indictment of Donald Trump in the Jan. 6 coup probe.
3-8-2023 • 59 minuten, 59 seconden
BONUS: Prosecuting Donald Trump: The 2020 Election Indictment Read by Ali Velshi
For the third time in 4 months Donald Trump has been indicted, twice at the federal level, but legal experts say this is the most serious one yet. MSNBC host Ali Velshi reads every word of the DOJ’s latest allegations against the former president, charging him with 4 counts in connection with his efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
2-8-2023 • 1 uur, 42 minuten, 47 seconden
Trump’s new co-defendant in docs case appears in court
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 31, and reports on Trump probes, legacy admissions, and Ron DeSantis. Ivan Espinoza Madrigal, Melissa Murray, Jenifer Jackquet, David Kelley and Neal Katyal join.
1-8-2023 • 42 minuten, 20 seconden
Jack Smith files new charges in Mar-a-Lago probe
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Friday, July 28, and reports on Donald Trump’s new charges in the Mar-a-Lago documents probe. Maya Wiley, Dave Aronberg, Andrew Weissman, Eugene Robinson, Liz Plank and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.
28-7-2023 • 40 minuten, 39 seconden
Special counsel brings more charges against Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago classified documents case
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, July 27, and delivers instant breaking news analysis as Special Counsel Jack Smith brings more charges against Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. Renato Mariotti, Maya Eaglin, Nick Akerman, Bill Kristol, Emily Bazelon and Ken Dilanian join.
28-7-2023 • 59 minuten, 23 seconden
Rudy Giuliani facing accountability for lies
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 26, and reports on Rudy Giuliani as he faces accountability for lies, Hunter Biden and Ron DeSantis. Michael Cohen, Nikki Fried, Michael Beschloss and Ankush Khardori join.
27-7-2023 • 40 minuten, 48 seconden
Jack Smith's coup probe gets new key witness
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, July 25, and reports on Trump probes, Elon Musk and Ron DeSantis. Barbara Mcquade, Zoe Lofgren, Miles Taylor, Errin Hanes and Lydia Guzman join.
26-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 11 seconden
New details on coup probe & criminal intent
MSNBC’s Melissa Murray hosts “The Beat” on Monday, July 24, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, Trump’s January 6 probe and abortion. Alexis McGill Johnson, Chris England, Mara Gay, Joyce Vance, Neal Katyal and Timothy Heaphy join.
24-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 23 seconden
BONUS: Director Christopher Nolan joins Ari Melber
Director Christopher Nolan discusses his new film ‘Oppenheimer,’ the threat of nuclear war, A.I.’s “Oppenheimer moment,” his approach to historical narrative, working with Matt Damon and his interest in “high stakes” issues -- like war, WMDs, and the nature of good and evil – spanning his films from Dunkirk to the Dark Knight trilogy. This wide-ranging interview is a new installment of The Summit Series with Ari Melber, featuring discussions with leaders at the summit of their fields.
24-7-2023 • 24 minuten, 17 seconden
Former Trump aide testifying before coup grand jury
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, July 20, and reports on Trump’s legal battles and Elon Musk. Plus, legendary writer-director Christopher Nolan sits down with Melber ahead of the release of his newest film Oppenheimer. Chai Komanduri and David Kelley also join.
21-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
DOJ targets trump for indictment on at least three charges
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat'' on Wednesday, June 19, and reports on Trump’s target letter and the cash bail decision in Illinois. Plus, Big Daddy Kane and DJ Cassidy join for “Fallback.” Sam Nunberg, Michael Steele and Leslie Caldwell also join.
20-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Special counsel signals he will likely indict Trump again
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, July 18, and reports on Trump’s target letter, Trump accountability and fake electors charges. Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Maya Wiley, David Kelley and Kristy Greenberg join.
19-7-2023 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
NYT: Trump touts authoritarian vision for second term
MSNBC’s Melissa Murray hosts “The Beat” on Monday, July 17, and reports on Trump autocracy, Trump’s legal battles, Iowa’s abortion ruling and Ron DeSantis. Plus, Murray gives an update on Taylor Swift's record-breaking career. Nick Akerman, Cedric Richmond, Alencia Johnson and Jim Obergefel join.
17-7-2023 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
In legal “Hail Mary,” Trump seeks to stop George coup probe
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Friday July 14, and reports on Donald Trump’s January 6 probe, the classified documents probe, Ron DeSantis and the climate crisis. Chris Gloninger, Richard Kind, Fernand Amandi, Dave Aronberg, Kurt Bardella and Catherine Christian.
14-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 57 seconden
BONUS: Bob Woodward decodes damning 'Trump Tapes' with Ari Melber
In this podcast extra, Watergate icon Bob Woodward recounts his extensive interviews with former President Trump and decodes the damning “Trump Tapes” with MSNBC’s Ari Melber. Plus, hear Woodward’s past conversations with Melber on “The Beat.”
14-7-2023 • 35 minuten, 15 seconden
NYT: Prosecutors recently questioned Jared Kushner in Jan. 6 probe
MSNBC’s Melissa Murray hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, July 13, and reports on Jack Smith’s criminal probe, Fox News’s defamation lawsuit, abortion and LGBTQ rights. Charles Johnson. Dr. Amanda Williams, Joyce Vance, Mark Joseph Stern, Kristy Greenberg and Michael Teter join.
13-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 3 seconden
Trump fan sues Fox for airing dangerous Jan. 6 conspiracy theory
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, June 12, and reports on Fox News’s newest defamation lawsuit and Bidenomics. Plus, Chasten Buttigieg joins to discuss protecting LGBTQ Rights. Bill Nye also joins to discuss climate change. James Carville joins.
12-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Woodward breaks down "Trump Tapes" on MSNBC
In 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.
12-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 21 seconden
Jack Smith widens probe into fake electors, bid to seize voting machines
MSNBC’s Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Monday, July 10, and reports on ongoing Trump investigations, Fox News and SCOTUS ethics scandals. Neal Katyal, Josh Marshall, Melissa Murray, Fernand Amandi, Alencia Johnson and Regina Goodwin join.
11-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Jack Smith zeroing in on “unhinged” White House meeting
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, July 7, and reports on Donald Trump’s investigations, GOP hypocrisy and GOP infighting in Congress. Plus John Salley and Jason Johnson join for “Fallback Friday.” Karine Jean Pierre and Bradley Moss also join.
8-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 13 seconden
What Does The 1st Amendment Protect? Melber breakdown
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports on how the GOP’s latest tech ban tests free speech, as Montana becomes the first state to ban the social media app TikTok. Plus, hear comedian Matt Friend’s latest “Beat” appearance, and a conversation with lawyer Floyd Abrams, who says new GOP laws violate the First Amendment.
7-7-2023 • 1 uur, 43 minuten, 45 seconden
New incriminating evidence unsealed in trump docs case
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, July 6, and reports on Donald Trump’s investigations, MAGA threats and Ron DeSantis. Eugene Robinson, John Flannery, Libby Casey and Katherine Rinderle join.
7-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
DOJ eyes MAGA lawyers, electors and lawsuits in AZ
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat '' on Wednesday, July 5, and reports on Donald Trump’s investigations, affirmative action and the ongoing effort to ban TikTok. Neal Katyal, Chai Komanduri, and Maya Wiley join.
6-7-2023 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
BONUS: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Affirmative Action Dissent Read by Actress Alfre Woodard
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action in college admissions has rocked the country and pitted liberal and conservative justices against each other. Award-winning actress Alfre Woodard reads every word of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s scathing dissent where she calls the decision a “tragedy for us all”.
5-7-2023 • 56 minuten, 56 seconden
Right-wing SCOTUS deals major blow to gay rights
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, June 30, and reports on The Supreme Court, Trump probes, George Santos and Fox News. Plus, Brian “B-Dot” Miller and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join for “Fallback Friday.” Bradley Moss, Maya Wiley and Richard Painter also join.
30-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 47 seconden
Supreme Court ends affirmative action today
MSNBC’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.
29-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 55 seconden
DOJ’s Jack Smith talks to Rudy Giuliani
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, June 28, and reports on Jack Smith probes, the economy, and Trump’s legal defense. Rob Kelner, Howard Dean, Nick Akerman, and Melissa Murray join.
29-6-2023 • 39 minuten, 53 seconden
Trump recording reveals criminal intent
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, June 27 and reports on the incriminating Trump tape and developments in Russia. Reverend Al Sharpton, Rick Hasen, Nick Akerman, and Andrei Kozyrev join.
27-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 54 seconden
Putin faces greatest test to rule in 23 years
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, June 26, and reports on Jack Smith’s coup probe and the latest on the fallout after Wagner’s rebellion in Russia. David Rothkopf, Julia Ioffee, Neal Katyal and Kristy Greenberg join.
27-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
Trump arrest shows GOP’s double standard on FBI “compliance”
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, May 23, and reports on Jack Smith’s coup probe and the one year mark since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Plus, Melber delivers a special report exposing the GOP’s double standard on “police rules.” Colin Quinn, Joyce Vance and Nick Akerman join.
24-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
Jack Smith reveals evidence against Trump
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, June 22, and reports on a new filing from Special Counsel Jack Smith, Donald Trump’s classified documents and the latest SCOTUS ethics scandal. Plus, Big Freedia and Brittney Cooper join for “Fallback.” Richard Painter, Emily Bazelon and Leslie Caldwell also join.
22-6-2023 • 40 minuten, 50 seconden
Trump's calls for protest fail
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, June 21, and reports on Donald Trump’s failed calls for protests and violence the latest Supreme Court ethics scandal. Michael Steele, Olivia Troye, and Nina Totenberg join.
21-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Ari Melber's "Open Mind" Series
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber asks viewers to explore novel ideas with an “open mind.” Economist Juliet Schor discusses the labor system and if there is a better way to rethink it. Philosopher Martha Nussbaum delivers a provocative argument that animals should have legal rights and access to the courts with human lawyers. Plus, Anne Wojcicki, the billionaire founder of 23andMe, explains her unconventional vision for using DNA and ancestry to give people more knowledge about their lives.
21-6-2023 • 1 uur, 13 minuten, 21 seconden
Trump criminal trial set for August
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, June 20, and reports on Donald Trump’s classified documents case, Hunter Biden and John Eastman. Chai Komanduri, David Kelley and Melissa Murray join.
20-6-2023 • 40 minuten, 35 seconden
Judge rules Trump can only view evidence “under direct supervision”
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, June 19, and reports on Donald Trump’s criminal probes. Plus, Economist Juliet Schor joins Ari Melber for the latest “Open Mind,” exploring why our labor system is set up the way it is, and if there may be a better way to rethink it. Neal Katyal and Ruth Ben-Ghiat also join.
19-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
NYT: Trump W.H. aides reveal "attachment" to boxes
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, June 16, and reports on Donald Trump’s indictment. Plus, Doug E. Fresh and Mayor Bill De Blasio join for “Fallback Friday.” Joyce Vance and Tim Heapy also join.
16-6-2023 • 40 minuten, 42 seconden
DOJ: Trump blew chances to return docs and avoid charges
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, June 15, and reports on Special Counsel Jack Smith’s indictment road map. Plus, former Trump impeachment lawyer Robert Ray joins “The Beat.” Michael Steele and Richard Gregorie also join.
15-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Nation absorbs Trump’s federal arrest
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, June 14, and reports on Donald Trump’s arrest and arraignment. Bob Woodward, Maya Wiley and Kristy Greenberg join.
14-6-2023 • 40 minuten, 57 seconden
U.S. government arrests Trump for the first time today
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 13, and reports on Donald Trump’s historic arraignment. Garrett Haake, David Kelley and Lawrence O’Donnell join.
13-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 39 seconden
Trump arrives in Florida for criminal arraignment
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, June 12, and reports on Donald Trump’s historic federal indictment and what to expect. Chris Hayes, Melissa Murray and Ankush Khardori join.
12-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
BONUS: Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News
As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of “Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News,” a new original podcast series from MSNBC. In each episode, Rachel Maddow and co-host Isaac-Davy Aronson seek a deeper understanding of a story in today's headlines by asking: Has anything like this ever happened before? Would knowing that help us grapple with what’s happening now… and what might happen next? Listen to the first episode now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/rmpdn_fdlw
12-6-2023 • 5 minuten, 11 seconden
BONUS: Prosecuting Donald Trump: The Full Indictment Read by Ali Velshi
What exactly is inside that historic 37-count federal indictment against Donald Trump? MSNBC host Ali Velshi reads every word of the DOJ’s allegations against the former president, including a transcript of a conversation Trump allegedly had about a classified military document and texts between his employees.If you have questions, you can leave us a voicemail at 917-342-2934 and maybe we’ll play it on the pod! You can also email us at [email protected].
11-6-2023 • 1 uur, 12 minuten, 56 seconden
Trump indicted on 37 counts
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, June 9, and reports on Donald Trump's historic indictment in Special Counsel Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago documents probe. Maya Wiley, Jen Psaki, Kristy Greenberg, David Kelley and Andrew Weissman join.
10-6-2023 • 50 minuten, 6 seconden
Special Report: What Mark Meadows knows
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, June 7, and reports on Trump’s grand juries, Mark Meadows, and Mike Pence’s presidential bid. John Flannery and Maya Wiley join.
8-6-2023 • 44 minuten, 44 seconden
Mark Meadows testifies in DOJ Trump probe
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, June 6, and reports on Donald Trump’s documents probe, the 2024 election, George Santos and jail deaths in New York City. Plus, Melber delivers instant analysis to breaking news that Mark Meadows testified before a grand jury in Special Counsel Jack Smith’s Trump investigations. Sam Nunberg, David Kelley and Melissa Murray join.
6-6-2023 • 42 minuten, 26 seconden
Today: Trump lawyers met with DOJ to argue against charges
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, June 6, and reports on Trump’s classified docs probe, artificial intelligence, and Ron DeSantis. David RothKopf and Joyce Vance join.
5-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 59 seconden
Veteran of Trump legal team on damning audiotape
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, June 2, and reports on Donald Trump’s criminal probes and is joined by Trump's former lawyer, Tim Parlatore. David Kelley and Eugene Robinson also join.
2-6-2023 • 43 minuten, 50 seconden
Trump talked on tape about classified doc
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, June 1, and reports on the Trump tapes. Joyce Vance, Michael Steele, David Remnick, and James Comey join.
1-6-2023 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Special counsel closes in on Trump in two criminal probes
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, May 31, and reports on Trump’s special counsel, the debt limit, and the 2024 presidential race. Denver Riggleman, Fernand Amandi, Juanita Tolliver, Alencia Johnson, Maya Wiley, and Paul Butler join.
31-5-2023 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
Report: Trump lawyers turning on each other
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 30, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, the debt limit deal, and Ron DeSantis’s presidential campaign. Zach Despart, Andrew Warren, Molly Jong-Fast, David Jolly, and Hugo Lowell join.
30-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 40 seconden
Report: Mar-A-Lago worker provided DOJ new details in Trump docs case
Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 26 and reports on new New York Times reporting indicating a Mar-A-Lago worker helped move boxes into a storage room one day before the DOJ came looking for classified docs. Plus, Ron DeSantis facing new corruption scandal as officials in his office are accused of crossing ethical lines and pressuring Florida lobbyists for campaign cash. Elie Mystal, Hugo Lowell and Michael Steele join.
26-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
Bombshell links Trump to moving classified docs before DOJ search
Jason Johnson hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 25 and reports on a new bombshell Washington Post piece that links Trump to moving of documents one day before the DOJ search of Mar-a-Lago. Plus, Ron DeSantis' disastrous Twitter presidential campaign announcement, and updates on the debt ceiling fight. Renato Mariotti, Eugene Robinson, Fernand Amandi and Rachael Bade join.
25-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 10 seconden
New legal heat engulfing Donald Trump
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, May 24, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, Rupert Murdoch’s “Succession” moment, Tina Turner, and Ron DeSantis. Cher and Bill Kristol join.
25-5-2023 • 42 minuten, 22 seconden
Trump appears in NY criminal hearing for first time since arrest
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, May 23 and reports on Donald Trump appearing in NY court for the first hearing since his arrest and arraignment. Plus, comedian Matt Friend returns to "The Beat" with some of his political impressions.
23-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 19 seconden
Trump criminal probes intensify
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 22, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, the debt ceiling fight, and the GOP 2024 primary. Rick Wilson, Molly Jong-Fast, Derrick Johnson, Hugo Lowell, and Neal Katyal join.
23-5-2023 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
NYT: New effort to flip aide against Trump
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, May 19, and reports on Trump’s legal battles, Ron DeSantis, and new artificial intelligence technology. Plus, Melber is joined by producer Swizz Beatz. Alexander Huth, Dr. Zeke Emanuel, and Emily Bazelon also join.
19-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
New questions face GOP witnesses
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, May 18, and reports on Smartmatic’s defamation case against Fox News, GOP probes, and Ron DeSantis. Plus, hear more of Melber’s interview with Tom Hanks. Joyce Vance, Alencia Johnson and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.
19-5-2023 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
Tom Hanks on ‘progress’ and characters who do what’s right I MSNBC Summit Series
In 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.
17-5-2023 • 44 minuten, 23 seconden
Bill Barr’s Russia claims fizzle with new report
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 15, and reports on the Durham report and the decline in traditional office life. Plus, actor Rainn Wilson from “The Office” joins. Brittany Packnett Cunningham, James Carville and David Corn also join.
15-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
Republicans face huge headwinds
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 12, and reports on GOP accountability. Plus, Melber is joined by conservatives Michael Steele, Ashley David, and Brennan Buck for an in-depth discussion on the future of the GOP following the Trump presidency and the questions facing American conservatism.
13-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 33 seconden
Hear George Santos on indicted money scheme and his joke about ‘Jews’ | Exclusive audio
In this podcast extra, MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber airs newly-revealed audio recordings of Rep. George Santos, from journalist and documentarian Blake Zeff. In the tapes – recorded in January and February before Santos was indicted – the GOP congressman discusses his scandals and mulls a run for the White House. Plus, hear ESPN's Stephen A. Smith's take on Santos.
12-5-2023 • 26 minuten, 57 seconden
Logic and Ari Melber get real on rap, race & growth
In 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.
12-5-2023 • 50 minuten, 5 seconden
More Santos tapes revealed today
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, May 11, and reports on new “Santos Tapes,” Trump’s Town Hall on CNN, and Smartmatic subpoenas. Plus, rapper Logic joins for the latest “Mavericks” installment. Michael Hirschorn and also Blake Zeff join.
11-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 23 seconden
GOP's George Santos arraigned
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, May 10, and reports on George Santos in court, GOP Censorship, and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, for the first time, The Beat airs “The Santos Tapes.” Blake Zeff, Maya Wiley, David Kelley, and Jeremy O. Harris join.
11-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 42 seconden
Jury finds Trump liable for sexual abuse
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 9, and reports on Donald Trump’s trial verdict, George Santos, and debt ceiling negotiations. Robbie Myers, Eugene Robinson, Jill Filipovic, and Nancy Erika Smith join.
9-5-2023 • 58 minuten, 47 seconden
Trump civil rape trial going to jury
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 8, and reports on Donald Trump’s civil trial, the Ron DeSantis tapes, and the latest on Tucker Carlson. Nancy Erika Smith, Jessica Bennett, Howard Dean, and Michael Steele join.
8-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
As Trump vows an America for 'us,' Black power disrupts new industries
In this podcast extra, MSNBC Host Ari Melber talks to entrepreneur Reginald Cash about diversifying gaming, building a company, the “Gaming While Black,” series and his work with rapper 50 Cent and filmmaker Eli Roth. Plus, hear Governor John Kasich and Fab 5 Freddy join Melber and discuss how the rise of article intelligence is affecting the hip hop industry.
8-5-2023 • 1 uur, 11 minuten, 55 seconden
Trump deposition in rape case out today
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, May 5, and reports on Trump's legal battles, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and Fox News. Plus, Fab 5 Freddy and John Kasich join for "Fallback Friday." Stephanie Ruhle and Sunny Hostin also join.
6-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 37 seconden
As Trump vows an America for 'us,' Black power disrupts new industries
In this podcast extra, MSNBC Host Ari Melber talks to entrepreneur Reginald Cash about diversifying gaming, building a company, the “Gaming While Black,” series and his work with rapper 50 Cent and filmmaker Eli Roth. Cash runs 3BlackDot, and spoke to Melber as part of The Summit Series.
5-5-2023 • 29 minuten, 5 seconden
Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh on disrupting Hollywood from martial arts to sci-fi
In 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.
5-5-2023 • 35 minuten, 26 seconden
DOJ convicts Trump allies of sedition
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, May 4, and reports on the Proud Boys verdict, Trump's legal battles, and the Clarence Thomas ethics scandal. Melissa Murray, David Kelley, Joyce Vance, and Nicholas Kristof join.
5-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 31 seconden
Trump deposition played in civil rape trial today
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, May 3, and reports on Donald Trump's civil rape trial and the latest on Tucker Carlson. Plus, Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh joins Melber for the latest "Mavericks" installment.
4-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
GOP raises risk of default
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, May 2, and reports on the debt ceiling fight in Congress, Trump’s hush money probe and the Clarence Thomas scandal. Chai Komanduri, Alencia Johnson, David Kelley, and retired Admiral William McRaven also join.
3-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 26 seconden
America’s gun epidemic grinds on
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, May 1, and reports on the nationwide gun crisis and the Fox-Dominion settlement. Plus, entrepreneur Reginald Cash joins for the latest “Summit Series,” and discusses diversifying the gaming industry. Michael Steele, Barbara McQuade, Harry Litman, and Mike Spies also join.
2-5-2023 • 41 minuten, 5 seconden
Criminal probes haunt indicted Trump as Biden launches campaign
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 28, and reports on Donald Trump's losing streak and the Proud Boys trial. Plus, Comedian Jena Friedman joins for Fallback Friday. Chai Komanduri and Carrie Sheffield also join.
29-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 21 seconden
Hear Ted Cruz caught on tape plotting ‘step two’ of Jan. 6 Coup
In 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.
28-4-2023 • 31 minuten, 27 seconden
Mike Pence testifies about Jan. 6 today
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, April 27, and reports on Mike Pence testifying before the federal grand jury investigating January 6, and Tucker Carlson’s firing from Fox News. Ryan Kelley, John Flannery, David Kelley, and Rob Reiner join.
28-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Cruz caught on tape pushing fake “commission” to steal 2020 election
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 25, and reports on the new “Cruz Tapes” and Tucker Carlson’s firing. Juanita Tolliver, Gerry Filippatos and Margaret Carlson join.
25-4-2023 • 39 minuten, 14 seconden
Tucker Carlson out at Fox News
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, April 24, and reports on Tucker Carlson’s firing from Fox News and the 2024 election. Plus, Melber is joined by singer “IDK” for the world premiere of his new song “Mr. Police”
24-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 10 seconden
Criminal Jan. 6 probe eyes Trump’s inner circle
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, April 21, and reports on Donald Trump’s January 6 probe and the 2024 election field. Plus, Melber delivers instant analysis to the Supreme Court’s abortion pill ruling. David Kelley, Michael Steele, Renee Bracey Sherman, Michelle Goldberg, Jamila Perrit, Angela Vasquez Groux, and Dahlia Lithwick join.
21-4-2023 • 49 minuten, 48 seconden
Exclusive: Fox News Recording
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, April 20, and reports on Trump's legal Woes, the Fox News lawsuit, and Ron DeSantis. Plus, Gerry Fillippatos, lawyer for former Fox News producer Abby Grossberg, who is suing the company joins Melber. Maya Wiley, Joyce Vance, and Chai Komanduri also join.
21-4-2023 • 40 minuten, 30 seconden
Fox News folds: Will pay $787M
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, April 19, and reports on the Dominion-Fox settlement and the SCOTUS abortion bill. Plus, Melber is joined by comedian and impressionist Matt Friend. Justin Nelson, Nick Akerman, and Alan Fein also join.
20-4-2023 • 40 minuten, 30 seconden
Fox News settles case for $787.5 million
MSNBC’s Alicia Menendez hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 18, and delivers instant analysis on the Fox-Dominion settlement. Rep. Barbara Lee, Juanita Tolliver, Symone Sanders-Towns, Nick Akerman, Renato Mariotti, and Mayor Quinton Lucas join.
19-4-2023 • 40 minuten, 11 seconden
Fox may fold in case over 2020 lies
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, April 17, and reports on the Fox-Dominion trial and Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, fashion icon June Ambrose joins Melber on “The Beat.” Alencia Johnson, Michael Hirschorn, and John Flannery also join.
17-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 7 seconden
Trump appeals loss on Pence testifying; Clarence Thomas under fire in money scandal
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, April 14 and reports on Donald Trump trying to block Mike Pence testifying in the Jan. 6 probe and the Clarence Thomas ethics scandal. Plus, a look at the history of Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg. Rapper Future joins for an exclusive "Beat" interview on music, the drug war, and his new cannabis line, EVOL.
14-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 55 seconden
Judge forces Trump to return to NY again today
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, March 13, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal pressure, the Fox-Dominion case, and Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, Melber is joined by actor John Leguizamo. Andrew Weissman, Danny Greenberg, and Maya Wiley also join.
13-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Erykah Badu talks music, MAGA, hip hop and ‘A.I.' with Ari Melber
In this podcast extra, you will hear MSNBC’s Ari Melber’s long-ranging interview with artist and producer Erykah Badu. The two discuss music, MAGA, hip hop and the rise of artificial intelligence.
13-4-2023 • 51 minuten, 47 seconden
Another threatening letter sent to D.A. Bragg
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, April 12, and reports on District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s latest threat and Tennessee's comeback. Plus, Melber is joined by Grammy-winning producer DJ Drama. Rev. Al Sharpton, David Kelley, and Michael Steele join.
12-4-2023 • 42 minuten, 20 seconden
New filing from NY D.A. prosecuting Trump
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 11, and reports on a new legal filing from Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg and Tennessee's expulsion vote. Plus, hear more from Melber’s interview with Erykah Badu. Democratic lawmaker from Tennessee Justin J. Pearson, Nick Akerman. Michael Isikoff join.
12-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 19 seconden
Nashville metro council reinstates Justin Jones
Melissa Murray hosts “The Beat” on Monday, April 10, and reports on the Nashville Metro Council vote and the fight for abortion rights. Kathy Park, Eugene Robinson, Juanita Tolliver, Mark Thompson, and Dahlia Lithwick join.
11-4-2023 • 50 minuten, 46 seconden
VP Harris meets with expelled TN lawmakers
Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Friday, April 7, and reports on the controversy in Tennessee, Trump’s legal battles, and the Texas abortion ruling. Alencia Johnson, Joyce Vance, Paul Butler, and Rick Wilson join.
7-4-2023 • 49 minuten, 49 seconden
Trump 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.
7-4-2023 • 21 minuten, 18 seconden
Now: TN House debates expelling State Rep. Gloria Johnson
Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, April 6, and reports on the Tennessee expulsion vote.
6-4-2023 • 50 minuten, 47 seconden
Trump indictment prime time special coverage
In this podcast extra, you'll hear MSNBC's primetime anchors breakdown Donald Trump's historic indictment.
6-4-2023 • 42 minuten, 49 seconden
‘Defendant’ Trump indicted for 2016 plot: Hear Ari Melber’s breakdown
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 report on the first hearing in “New York v. Donald Trump, Defendant.”
6-4-2023 • 12 minuten, 14 seconden
Bonus: Prosecuting Donald Trump
As 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
6-4-2023 • 3 minuten, 48 seconden
Trump pleads not guilty to fraud at arraignment
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, April 5, and reports on Donald Trump’s arraignment. Neal Katyal, Dan Horwitz, Joyce Vance, and Renato Mariotti join.
6-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
Prosecuting Donald Trump: The Manhattan Arraignment
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.
5-4-2023 • 58 minuten, 37 seconden
Trump indicted and arrested for 2016 election plot
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, April 4, and reports on the indictment of Donald J. Trump. Andrew Weissman, Dan Horwitz and Sam Nunberg join.
5-4-2023 • 50 minuten, 11 seconden
Trump in NY for arraignment for tomorrow
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts "The Beat” on Monday, April 3, and reports on Donald Trump’s indictment on the eve of his arraignment in New York. Plus, Melber is joined by Michael Cohen. Nick Akerman and Melissa Murray also join.
4-4-2023 • 41 minuten, 23 seconden
NY prepares to put Trump on trial
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, March 31, and reports on Donald Trump’s historic indictment, and what it could mean for his presidential bid. Michael Beschloss, John Flannery, Michael Steele, and Tony Schwartz join.
31-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 23 seconden
Prosecuting Donald Trump: The First Indictment
A Manhattan grand jury has voted to indict Donald Trump – setting a new precedent for holding American leaders accountable. But how does a prosecutor like Alvin Bragg actually convince a jury to convict a former president? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us how prosecutors think about building a case against a former president.Listen to the first two episodes now and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/pdt_fd
31-3-2023 • 21 minuten, 56 seconden
Damaging new email evidence puts heat on Fox News
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, March 29, and reports on the Fox-Dominion case, former Vice President Mike Pence, and The Starbucks union fight. Plus, comedian Neal Brennan joins. Jaysin Saxton, Margaret Carlson, Mark Leibovich, and Eugene Robinson also join.
30-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 52 seconden
Trump loses as judge orders Pence to testify
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat,” on Tuesday, March 28, and reports on Trump’s legal setbacks, the Dominion-Fox lawsuit, and the deadly school shooting in Tennessee. Plus, Melber is joined by singer Erykah Badu for the latest installment of “Mavericks.” Maya Wiley and Andrew Weissman also join.
28-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Trump grand jury hears from another witness today
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, March 27, and reports on Trump’s hush money probe, the school shooting in Tennessee, and the Fox-Dominion case. Former Trump campaign vet Sam Nunberg joins Melber to discuss Trump’s legal heat. Neal Katyal, Joyce Vance, and Kathy Park join.
27-3-2023 • 42 minuten, 5 seconden
Prosecuting Donald Trump: A Primer
How do you build a legal case when the defendant is a former president? MSNBC legal contributors Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord have an idea. They’re two of the most well-respected and storied prosecutors in the country – and have prosecuted historic cases from Enron to the Benghazi attack. So, they’re the perfect people to tell us how a prosecutor -- from Alvin Bragg to Fani Willis to Jack Smith – might think about prosecuting a former president.
27-3-2023 • 40 minuten, 21 seconden
D.A. Bragg gets death threat as Trump warns of “Death”
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 24, and reports on Donald Trump’s legal fights, MAGA’s violent extremists, book bans, and Obamacare. Plus, Melber is joined by Posdnuos and Maseo of the iconic Hip Hop group De La Soul. Michael Beshloss, Joyce Vance, and David Kelley also join.
24-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 14 seconden
Before his own conviction, lawyer Avenatti pushed Trump hush money case
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 23, and reports on Donald Trump’s hush money probe in New York, Ron DeSantis’ effort to expand his administration’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law, and TikTok’s latest legal hearing. Plus, Melber delivers a special report on the rise in violent threats against lawmakers since the Trump presidency. James Carville joins.
23-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 38 seconden
Hear Ari Melber’s newsworthy interviews with Trump lawyers
As Donald Trump predicts his own arrest in New York, two of his current defense lawyers just joined Ari Melber for separate interviews, Joe Tacopina and Drew Findling. Hear their full interviews in this podcast extra, followed by Melber’s 2019 interview with then-Trump lawyer Jay Sekulow at the height of the Mueller probe.
23-3-2023 • 50 minuten, 28 seconden
NY grand jury returns tomorrow
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, March 22, and reports on Donald Trump's hush money probe in New York, as Trump braces for a possible indictment. Plus, Melber reports on the Fox-Dominion case. Neal Katyal, Asha Rangappa, Dan Horwitz, Barbara Res, and Nick Akerman join.
22-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
Trump defense lawyer on The Beat
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat” on Tuesday, March 21, and is joined by Trump Defense Lawyer Drew Findling for a wide ranging interview on the Georgia investigation. Emily Bazelon, and Maya Wiley also join.
21-3-2023 • 42 minuten, 36 seconden
Trump predicts his own indictment
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, March 20, and reports on the escalating Trump probe in New York. Plus, Former Trump Lawyer Michael Cohen joins Melber. Nick Akerman and John Kasich also join.
21-3-2023 • 49 minuten, 54 seconden
Law enforcement preparing for a possible Trump indictment
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 17 and reports on law enforcement preparing for a possible Trump indictment. Plus, Mike Pence privately blasting Trump for Jan. 6 while publicly backtracking on Fox. John Flannery joins, along with author Jennifer Wright, musician Ellie Goulding and investigative journalist Vicky Ward.
17-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Trump 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.
17-3-2023 • 42 minuten, 3 seconden
GA grand jurors reveal new Trump call pressuring lawmakers to steal election
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 16 and reports on the NY DA's case against Donald Trump for payment to Stormy Daniels. Plus, new GA election probe bombshells as grand jurors reveal a new call Trump made pressuring lawmakers to overturn the election. Melissa Murray, Rebecca Roiphe and Brittney Cooper join.
16-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 21 seconden
Stormy Daniels talks to NY prosecutors today
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, March 15, and reports on Trump’s hush money probe, anti-transgender legislation, and a historic law in the Senate. Senator Machaela Cavanaugh, Former Senator Byron Dorgan, Nick Akerman, and Libby Casey join.
15-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Trump lawyer Joe Tacopina slams NY D.A. after NYT bombshell
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, March 14, and is joined by Trump Defense Lawyer Joe Tacopina to discuss the Manhattan DA’s possible criminal charges against Donald Trump. Plus, Melber reports on Fox’s pivot toward Ron DeSantis. Bill Kristol and Emily Bazelon also join.
15-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Michael Cohen testifies in Trump criminal probe
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, March 13, and reports on Trump’s hush money probe, the hypocrisy of Tucker Carlson’s career, and Michelle Yeoh’s historic Oscar win. Neal Katyal, Michael Steele, and Robert Reich join.
13-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 37 seconden
NYT: Trump “likely” to be criminally charged soon
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, March 10, and reports on Donald Trump’s “likely” indictment in the hush money probe, according to The New York Times, and Jan. 6 rioters. Plus, Melber is joined by NBC’s Gadi Schwartz and Comedian Joe Mande for “Fallback Friday.” Melissa Murray, Lani Davis, and Chai Komanduri also join.
11-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
NYT: Prosecutors signal criminal charges for Trump are likely
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 9, and reports breaking news from The New York Times on 'likely' Trump charges in the hush money probe. Plus, Melber reports on the budget fight in Congress and Jan. 6 accountability. Eugene Robinson, Jackie Alemany, and Emily Bazelon join.
10-3-2023 • 42 minuten, 25 seconden
New texts put heat on Fox News’ billion dollar scandal
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat '' on Wednesday, March 8, and reports on new bombshell text evidence in the Dominion-Fox lawsuit, the GOP and Jan. 6, and a new controversial bill from Ron DeSantis’s Florida. Former Sen. Al Franken, Asha Rangappa, and Aidan McLaughlin join.
9-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Bombshell Fox News text evidence released
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, March 7, and delivers an instant analysis on a new filing in the Dominion-Fox lawsuit with bombshell revelations. Plus, Melber reports on a new report from The New York Times that shows Republicans back the majority of debt spending since Trump's first term. Chai Komanduri, Howard Dean, and Renato Mariotti join.
8-3-2023 • 42 minuten, 14 seconden
Fox News rocked by new scandal
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, March 6, and reports on a new report from the New York Times showing Fox’s attempt to maintain ratings following the 2020 election, and Donald Trump’s attacks against Fox News and Rupert Murdoch. Plus, Melber is joined by Actress Michelle Yeoh to discuss her Oscar-nominated movie “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” Michelle Goldberg, Michael Hirschorn, and Josh Marshall also join.
7-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
CPAC gathering amps up culture attacks
MSNBC'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.
4-3-2023 • 41 minuten
Fox News turns on its own
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, March 2, and reports on CPAC’s MAGA takeover, Dominion’s defamation lawsuit against Fox News, the origin of COVID-19, and the probe into Republican Congressman George Santos. Dr. Syra Madad, David Wallace-Wells, Andrew Weissmann, Maya Wiley, and Will Sommer join.
3-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 39 seconden
Pres. Biden talks safety net in budget talks
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, March 1, and reports on Congress, Dominion Voting’s lawsuit against Fox News, and Attorney General Merrick Garland’s testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Plus, Melber is joined by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. Chai Komanduri and Anthony Coley also join.
2-3-2023 • 41 minuten, 27 seconden
Damning new evidence puts Fox on defense in case over election lies
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 28, and reports on Dominion's $1.6 billion defamation suit against Fox News, GOP censorship, and Steve Bannon’s latest court appearance. Emily Bazelon, Rick Wilson, and Chai Komanduri join.
1-3-2023 • 40 minuten, 33 seconden
Fox Chief Murdoch confesses: Some hosts “endorsed” the lie
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat'' on Tuesday, February 27, and reports on Dominion Voting’s defamation lawsuit against Fox News and the Georgia election probe. Plus, Melber is joined by Representative Earl Blumenauer and Dr. Julie Holland to discuss Oregon's legalization of “magic mushrooms'' for mental health treatments. Will Sommer, Melissa Murray, Eugene Robinson, and Neal Katyal also join.
28-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 49 seconden
New evidence puts heat on Fox and “the big lie”
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, February 24, and reports on Dominion's defamation lawsuit against Fox News, Mike Pence’s subpoena, and Ron DeSantis’ book ban. Plus, Melber is joined by comedian Godfrey and NBC’s Harry Smith for Fallback Friday. Brian Covey, Chai Komanduri, and Emily Bazelon join.
25-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
50 Cent on the Beat for 20 year anniversary of "Get Rich or Die Tryin'"
50 Cent joins hip-hop obsessive Ari Melber on "The Beat" for a wide ranging interview, discussing his new Fox TV deal, 20 years of his hit album "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" and much more. This is the full interview, which was excerpted on "The Beat." Plus, 50's last in-person interview with Ari from 2018, in full.
24-2-2023 • 1 uur, 6 minuten, 9 seconden
Strings McCarthy under fire for Jan. 6 footage, safety concerns
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 23, and reports on the GOP and Fox News, and new developments in the DOJ probe of the sedition and coup plot. Plus, Melber is joined by Chef José Andrés. Michael Steele, Timothy Heaphy, and David Kelley also join.
24-2-2023 • 41 minuten
Pressure report: Jared Kushner & Ivanka Trump subpoenaed in Jan. 6 probe
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, February 22, and reports on the Georgia Trump probe and political considerations for age in campaigns. Plus, Melber follows up on his interview with legendary hip-hop artist 50 Cent. Michelle Goldberg, David Rothkopf, and Nick Akerman join.
23-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 57 seconden
NYT: Multiple indictments recommended in GA Trump probe
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, February 21, and reports on the latest escalation in Trump's Georgia probe and Dominion's lawsuit against Fox News. Plus, Melber reports on President Biden's potential 2024 bid. Nick Akerman, John Flannery, and Jen Psaki join.
22-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Bombshell text evidence: Fox News hosts knew Trump lied about fraud then peddled it on air
Jason Johnson hosts “The Beat” on Friday, February 17, and reports on Fox’s Dominion lawsuit, GOP extremism, and the latest on Ron DeSantis. Michael Steele, Michelle Goldberg, Joyce Vance, and Christina Greer join.
18-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 49 seconden
Criminal probe gets closer to Trump
MSNBC’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.
17-2-2023 • 40 minuten, 21 seconden
Legal earthquake rocks Fox News empire
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, February 15, and reports on Fox News' latest legal battle, and special counsel Jack Smith’s criminal probes into Donald Trump. Plus, former Giuliani associate Lev Parnas speaks to Melber for the first time since serving four months in jail. Melissa Murray and Chai Komanduri also join.
16-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 27 seconden
GOP’s Nikki Haley takes on Trump
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, February 14, and reports on Mike Pence’s plans to fight the special counsel subpoena on the 2020 election, and Donald Trump’s first 2024 GOP challenger. Plus, Melber talks nuclear fusion and UFO’s with astrophysicist Neil Degrasse Tyson. Andrew Weissman, David Kelley, and Juanita Tolliver also join.
15-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 44 seconden
Special counsel ramps up probe against Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, February 13, and reports on special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into Donald Trump’s effort to reverse his 2020 election loss. Plus, Melber launches “Open Mind,” a new series exploring ideas that may, or may not, become “normal” in the future, and are worth hearing with an open mind. Neal Katyal, Paul Krugman, and Martha C. Nussbaum join.
14-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Pence subpoenaed after defending Trump against charges
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, February 10, and reports on what the DOJ’s special counsel might hope to learn from Mike Pence under subpoena, and the latest from Congressman George Santos. Plus, an exclusive interview with Scooter Braun, Coach K, and P on their new $300 million deal.
11-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 44 seconden
Scooter Braun & Quality Control founders tell Ari Melber about new deal
Atlanta-based hip-hop label Quality Control has merged with South Korean music giant Hybe, led by Scooter Braun, in a massive $300 million deal. In an exclusive interview, MSNBC's Ari Melber is joined by Braun, Kevin “Coach K” Lee, and Pierre “P” Thomas, the executives behind the deal. Plus, a look back at Melber's interview with Lil Baby, who talks his signature "drawl," his approach to success, and the trap.
10-2-2023 • 50 minuten, 32 seconden
Special preview: Trymaine Lee on 50 years of hip-hop
This Black History Month, MSNBC’s “Into America” podcast celebrates the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with a special mini-series, “Street Disciples: Politics, Power and the Rise of Hip-Hop.” Hosted by Trymaine Lee, the series explores how our country’s political and economic forces shaped half a century of hip-hop, and how over time, hip-hop shaped America. Listen to a preview of the second episode featuring hip-hop legend Melle Mel, the man behind “The Message,” and follow the series: https://link.chtbl.com/iambhm_fd
10-2-2023 • 5 minuten, 34 seconden
Pence subpoenaed by special counsel
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, February 9, and reports on President Biden’s victory lap following his State of the Union address. Plus, NBC News reports Mike Pence has been subpoenaed by the special counsel overseeing the Trump probes. Jason Johnson, Joan Walsh, Renato Mariotti, Neal Katyal, and Emily Bazelon join.
10-2-2023 • 50 minuten, 3 seconden
GOP derails SOTU with boos
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 8, and reports on President Biden’s State of the Union address and the GOP ’s “secret deals'' with Kevin McCarthy. Plus, an interview with former federal prosecutor Mark Pomerantz on his effort to indict Donald Trump’s alleged financial crimes. James Carville and Mark Pomerantz join.
9-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 14 seconden
Biden gives State of Union speech tonight
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Tuesday, February 7, and reports on President Biden’s second State of the Union address, and Ron DeSantis’ effort to broaden his controversial migrant flight program. Plus, Melber reports on the 2023 Grammy Awards. Eugene Robinson, Errin Haines, Chai Komanduri, and Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.
8-2-2023 • 40 minuten, 52 seconden
Echoing Bush, GOP targets social security
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, February 6, and reports on the GOP’s push to cut social security spending, and Ron DeSantis’ latest effort to censor Florida schools. Plus, Melber recaps the historic 2023 Grammy Awards. Libby Casey, Michelle Goldberg, David Kelly, and Andrea Phillips join.
7-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 22 seconden
U.S. hits highest employment since 1969
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, February 3, and reports on President Biden's historic jobs surge, and the GOP’s latest Donald Trump problem. Plus, a special conversation on accountability in America with New York radio icon Ebro Darden. John Marshall, Juanita Tolliver, and Neal Katyal also join.
4-2-2023 • 40 minuten, 15 seconden
Grammy-nominated jazz artist Samara Joy joins Ari Melber
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber is joined by Grammy nominated jazz artist Samara Joy, for a wide ranging interview on this year’s Grammy awards, and her musical inspirations.
3-2-2023 • 7 minuten, 48 seconden
Grammy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. on diversity, and the future of industry awards
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber is joined by Harvey Mason Junior, CEO of the Recording Academy, in charge of the Grammys, for a wide ranging interview on this year’s performers and diversity within the Academy's judging body. Plus, a look back at Ari's breakdown of a socially conscious song up for a Grammy this season, "God Did." Featuring reactions by DJ Khaled and Jay-Z.
3-2-2023 • 34 minuten, 49 seconden
After WH showdown, McCarthy faces test on corralling GOP
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, February 2 and reports on the “spectacularly slow” start to the new Congress and Donald Trump’s latest fundraising efforts. Plus, Bill Bar’s response to a bombshell New York Times report. Katty Kay, Sam Rodriguez, Andrew Weissman, Stephen A. Smith, and Mike Barnicle join.
3-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
Pres. Biden stares down McCarthy at WH
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, February 1, and reports on the first meeting between President Biden and Speaker McCarthy, and Ron DeSantis’ controversial education policy. Plus, Melber sits down with Grammy CEO Harvey Mason Junior. Chai Komanduri, Brendan Buck, and Alencia Johnson also join.
2-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 31 seconden
“Same answer”: Trump pleads 5th 400 times
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 31, and reports on the escalating pressure in several Trump legal cases, the latest twist in the George Santos melodrama, and Rep. Matt Gaetz’s latest appearance on “The Beat.” Eli Honig, Emily Bazelon, and Howard Dean join.
1-2-2023 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Rep. Matt Gaetz on “The Beat"
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, January 30, and is joined by Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz for a wide-ranging interview, discussing the GOP agenda, the contentious fight over Kevin McCarthy's Speaker of the House bid, Jan. 6, and more. Plus, Melber reports on the latest escalation in the Trump criminal investigation. Chai Komanduri and David Henderson also join.
31-1-2023 • 46 minuten, 5 seconden
Sports icon Stephen A. Smith on presidential athletics, hard work and politics
In this podcast extra, MSNBC’s Ari Melber is joined by ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith in a wide ranging interview on sports and politics. Plus, MSNBC Contributor Mike Barnicle joins Melber and Smith for Fallback Friday, discussing GOP lawmaker George Santos, Gov. Ron DeSantis, and more.
30-1-2023 • 27 minuten, 24 seconden
Graphic footage shows hammer attack on Paul Pelosi
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 27, and reports on the newly-released footage of the attack on Paul Pelosi, the latest in Peter Navarro’s criminal trial, and the RNC election. Maya Wiley, Josh Marshall, and Joyce Vance join.
28-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 18 seconden
Five ex-police officers indicted for murder
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, January 26 and reports on former Memphis Police officers who are facing murder charges in the death of Tyre Nichols, who died after being pulled over for a traffic stop. Plus, President Biden fires back at Republicans, as some GOP lawmakers threaten to use the debt ceiling to impose spending cuts on Medicare and Social Security. Marq Claxton, Alencia Johnson, Chai Komanduri, and John Flannery join.
27-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 14 seconden
GOP "eyes" gutting Medicare, social security as some threaten debt default
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 25 and reports on the debt ceiling fight in Congress, with some in the GOP eyeing cuts to Medicare, social security. Plus, Memphis police under fire with calls for criminal charges in the death of Tyre Nichols who died after being pulled over for a traffic stop. Eugene Robinson, Jason Johnson, Fmr. Sen. Byron Dorgan and Maya Wiley join.
26-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
DOJ presses sedition cases 2 years after widespread outrage
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 24, and reports on the DOJ’s push to convict three separate sedition trials and Dominion Voting’s legal action against far-right networks. Plus, special appearances from sports journalist Stephen A. Smith and comedian Matt Friend. Neal Katyal also joins.
25-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Oath Keepers convicted as Proud Boys stand trial for Jan. 6
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Monday, January 23, and reports on the Proud Boys trial, the billion-dollar defamation suit against Fox News, and the latest insurrection conviction. Jim Kavanaugh, Joyce Vance, and Michael Steele join.
24-1-2023 • 47 minuten, 27 seconden
Counter-protests at anti-abortion rally in D.C.
Melissa Murray hosts “The Beat” on Friday, January 20, and reports on counter-protests at an anti-abortion rally in D.C., GOP chaos, and Donald Trump’s latest legal woe. Plus, Murray reports on Wisconsin Republicans caught celebrating voter suppression. Cecile Richards, Jen Psaki, Howard Dean, Joyce Vance, Steven Mazie, and Senator Latonya Johnson join.
21-1-2023 • 42 minuten, 25 seconden
Legal earthquake rocks Fox News empire
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat" on Thursday, January 19, and reports on Rupert Murdoch’s deposition in Dominion Voting's $1.6 billion lawsuit against Fox News. Plus, Melber reports on gerrymandering in Michigan. David Corn, Michael Moore, and Betsy Coffia join.
20-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 28 seconden
McCarthy rewards MAGA extremists with new prizes; "Beat" 5 year highlights
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 18 and reports on Speaker McCarthy rewarding MAGA extremists in the House with committee assignments. Plus, looking back at some of the highlights from the past five years of "The Beat" featuring politics and music guests. James Carville and Joan Walsh join.
19-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 3 seconden
Special report: Feared from warzones to Congress, Counsel Jack Smith leads Trump probe
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 17 and reports on the New Mexico Republican arrested for allegedly targeting Democratic lawmakers in a string of shootings. Plus, a special report on Special Counsel Jack Smith's long career from prosecuting war crimes to now leading probes of Trump. Andrew Weissmann and Michael Steele join.
18-1-2023 • 40 minuten, 37 seconden
MLK Day: Biden touts MLK's legacy and voting rights push
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, January 16 and reports on the legacy of Martin King Luther Jr. Day, with President Biden marking MLK's legacy. Plus, special reporting on the leading causes of deaths for police in the line of duty with special guests Marcia Ferranto of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, and retired NYPD detective Marq Claxton. Michael Schmidt, Maya Wiley and David Folkenflik join.
17-1-2023 • 40 minuten, 44 seconden
After Trump tried to corrupt DOJ, Garland appoints Trump vet as special counsel
MSNBC anchor Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 13 and reports on AG Garland appointing Trump vet Robert Hur as special counsel overseeing the Biden classified documents probe, a move some have lambasted as motivated by optics. Plus, Ransom and Elie Mystal join for Fallback Friday! David Kelley and Alencia Johnson join.
14-1-2023 • 40 minuten, 42 seconden
A.G. Garland roils D.C. with surprise announcement
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, January 12 and reports on Attorney General Garland appointing a special counsel to oversee the investigation of classified documents found in President Biden’s old office and home. Plus, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defends George Santos’s epic lies. Emily Bazelon, Karen Loeffler, Howard Dean, and Barbara Boxer join.
13-1-2023 • 40 minuten, 41 seconden
House GOP struggles in pivot to governing; More classified docs found in Biden office
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Wednesday, January 11 and reports on House GOP chaos amid Speaker McCarthy's first week, the discovery of more classified documents in a Biden office, and new evidence from the Jan. 6 committee that could inform Special Counsel Jack Smith's probe of Trump. Libby Casey, Katty Kay and Joyce Vance join, plus acclaimed filmmaker Cameron Crowe.
12-1-2023 • 40 minuten, 59 seconden
McCarthy's bargain: Secret rules with MAGA fringe for speakership
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 10 and reports on the "shadow rules" now governing the House GOP. Plus, President Biden answers questions on classified documents found in an office used while he was Vice President. Eugene Robinson, Molly Ball and Chai Komanduri join.
11-1-2023 • 49 minuten, 37 seconden
House voting on GOP rules to weaken speakership
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, January 9 and reports on the House holding its first vote with new Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the Fulton County election probe grand jury completing its work, and Brazil's insurrection. Former RNC chair Michael Steele and former federal prosecutor Joyce Vance join.
10-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 8 seconden
Two years out from insurrection, Ari Melber reads from his Jan 6 Report foreword
In this exclusive podcast extra, MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber reads more from his special foreword to the January 6 report on the coup conspiracy. Plus, on the two year mark after January 6, two "Beat" segments on the insurrection and the House GOP chaos of Kevin McCarthy's speaker fight.
9-1-2023 • 48 minuten, 24 seconden
McCarthy "humiliated" as he limps into fourth day of speaker losses
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" as Kevin McCarthy loses 13 straight votes for speaker and limps into a fourth day of voting. Plus, marking 2 years since the January 6 insurrection. Rep. Byron Donalds joins, as well as Rusty Bowers.
7-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
McCarthy loses 10th speaker vote
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday January 5 and reports on Kevin McCarthy's losing streak hitting a third day in the House and the lessons of John Boehner's fight for the speakership. Mark Leibovich, Libby Casey and Michael Moore join.
6-1-2023 • 55 minuten, 26 seconden
House still without Speaker after 6 votes
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, January 4 and reports on the second day of a parliamentary debacle, as the House still lacks a Speaker after 6 votes. Republican leader Kevin McCarthy failing to cinch a majority as hardliners refuse to support him. Former Rep. David Jolly, fmr. DNC Chair Howard Dean, The Atlantic's David Frum and Time Magazine's Molly Ball join.
5-1-2023 • 38 minuten, 29 seconden
McCarthy loses historic three Speaker votes
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, January 3 and reports on Rep. Kevin McCarthy losing three votes for Speaker of the House, with GOP hardliners breaking with their party to vote against him. Brendan Buck, former aide to Republican Speakers Paul Ryan and John Boehner joins, along with Democratic strategists Chai Komanduri and James Carville.
4-1-2023 • 40 minuten, 58 seconden
Dem leader Hakeem Jeffries on new strategy in House
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, January 2 and reports on the eve of a new Congress as Democrats seek a new strategy in the House and the GOP faces fallout over incoming Rep. George Santos. Democratic caucus leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries joins, as well as fmr. acting US Solicitor General Neal Katyal.
3-1-2023 • 41 minuten, 19 seconden
Jan. 6 cmte releases interview transcripts from Don Jr. and Stephen Miller
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, December 29 and reports on the Jan. 6 cmte releasing new interview transcripts from Don Jr. and Stephen Miller. Plus the latest on the George Santos controversy. Joyce Vance, Renato Mariotti, Dave Aronberg, and Rep. Jackie Speier join.
30-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Trump WH aide: Meadows burned docs in transition period
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, December 28 and reports on stunning new Jan. 6 witness testimony. Cassidy Hutchinson telling the committee she saw Trump Chief of Staff Mark Meadows burning documents in the transition period. Plus, Rep. Kweisi Mfume joins on the "Identifying Mass Shooters Act."
29-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
Jan. 6 committee member: "clear" DOJ should prosecute Trump
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, December 27 and reports on the newly released 845 page January 6 report and new evidence showing Trump's intent. Plus, a shocking confession from incoming GOP congressman George Santos that he lied about key parts of his background. Danya Perry, Molly Jong-Fast, and Fernand Amandi join, along with Katherine Stewart and Rep. Maxwell Frost. Darren Star, creator of "Emily in Paris" and "Sex and the City" also joins.
28-12-2022 • 42 minuten, 14 seconden
Bombshell: star witness's full Jan. 6 testimony released
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, December 22, and reports on the newly released Jan. 6 testimonies, the upcoming Jan. 6 final report and the new "coup proof" bill passed by the Senate. Fmr. acting solicitor general Neal Katyal, NYU history professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Obama campaign vet Chai Komanduri and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Remnick join.
23-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
Trump braces for new coup evidence tomorrow
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, December 21, and reports on the new transcripts from the Jan. 6 committee, the upcoming final Jan. 6 report and President Zelenskyy's meeting with President Biden. NBC's Mike Memoli, NYT Magazine writer Emily Bazelon, Rep. Jamie Raskin and fmr. FBI special agent Asha Rangappa join.
22-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Ari asks Trump lawyer about new coup evidence
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, December 20, and reports on the criminal referrals from the Jan. 6 committee for Trump and his allies. NYU law professor Melissa Murray and Trump impeachment lawyer David Schoen join.
21-12-2022 • 40 minuten, 50 seconden
Jan. 6 cmte refers Trump for criminal prosecution
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, December 19, and reports on the Jan. 6 committee's convening for their final meeting and asking the Department of Justice to indict Donald Trump. Fmr. acting U.S. solicitor general Neal Katyal, fmr. head of the Southern District of New York David Kelley and fmr. federal prosecutor John Flannery join.
20-12-2022 • 40 minuten, 36 seconden
Jan. 6 cmte set to publish final coup report next week
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, December 16, and reports on the Jan. 6 committee's upcoming criminal referrals and final report, and FL Gov. Ron DeSantis' flip from promoting vaccines in his state to spreading anti-vaxxer misinformation. CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights Maya Wiley, fmr. Watergate prosecutor Nick Ackerman, fmr. federal prosecutor Paul Butler, NYT columnist Michelle Goldberg, political strategist Chai Komanduri and award-winning playwright Jeremy O. Harris join.
17-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
"It was a coup": Ari Melber reads from his Jan 6 Report foreword
In this podcast exclusive, MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber reads excerpts from his special January 6 report foreword on the coup conspiracy. The forward will be included with the Harper Collins edition of the forthcoming January 6 report. Plus, a special "Beat" segment highlighting past examples of how government reports have mattered and effected change.
16-12-2022 • 20 minuten, 13 seconden
Jan. 6 cmte to hold public meeting on Monday
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, December 15, and reports on the upcoming criminal referrals and final report from the Jan. 6 committee and the debate surrounding the Trump-era DOJ case against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. WaPo columnist Eugene Robinson, fmr. federal prosecutor Joyce Vance and U.S. correspondent for the BBC Katty Kay join.
16-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 42 seconden
Texts reveal incoming House leadership pushed “Big Lie” after 2020 election
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, December 14, and reports on Mark Meadows’ coup-related text exchanges with GOP lawmakers, the right-wing backlash to Pres. Biden signing the Respect for Marriage Act and Gov. DeSantis’ switching to an anti-vaccine position as he pushes for an investigation into the COVID mRNA vaccines. Fmr. acting U.S. solicitor general Neal Katyal, activist Sally Kohn and political strategist Alencia Johnson join.
15-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 8 seconden
Jan. 6 cmte to reveal criminal referrals next week
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, December 13 and reports on the Jan. 6 committee holding it's final public meeting on Monday, with expected criminal referrals coming next week. Melissa Murray, Emily Bazelon and Chai Komanduri join. Plus, environmentalist and primatologist Jane Goodall joins for a special Summit Series interview!
14-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 11 seconden
Foreign coup plots echo in US as swift arrests contrast with Garland DOJ
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, December 12 and reports on two attempted coups in foreign democracies and how their governments' responses contrast with the US DOJ's response to January 6. Plus, Brittney Griner's release and a deep dive into drug law enforcement in the US. Maya Wiley, David Rothkopf and David Plouffe join.
13-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 34 seconden
Judge denies DOJ request on Trump contempt; "Veep's" Tony Hale Fallback Friday
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, December 9 and reports on a judge denying the DOJ's request on holding the Trump team in contempt of court in the Mar-A-Lago documents case. Plus, Tony Hale of "Veep" and "The Mysterious Benedict Society" joins Melber and Democratic pollster Cornell Belcher for Fallback Friday.
10-12-2022 • 40 minuten, 59 seconden
Brittney Griner freed in US-Russia prisoner swap
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, December 8 and reports on WNBA star Brittney Griner freed in a US-Russia prisoner swap. Plus, new heat on Trump as the DOJ seeks to hold the Trump team in contempt of court. Rev. Al Sharpton, Maya Wiley, David Corn, Michael Steele and Rep. Byron Donalds join.
9-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 8 seconden
Jan 6 cmte plans final report release; More classified docs found at Trump storage site
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, December 7 and reports on the January 6 committee planning its final report release in two weeks. Plus, more classified documents found in a Trump storage site. Rapper Dave East shouting out MSNBC and Ari in a new track. David Kelley, Eugene Robinson, Alencia Johnson and Rick Hasen join.
8-12-2022 • 40 minuten, 49 seconden
Trump Org. guilty of tax fraud; Manhattan DA joins on conviction
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, December 12 and reports on the Trump Organization found guilty on all 17 counts in the NY tax fraud case. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg joins on the breaking news. Plus, Michael Cohen on the conviction, and Chai Komanduri and Tia Mitchell join on the GA runoff.
7-12-2022 • 33 minuten, 56 seconden
Breaking down Jay-Z's verse on "What's Free" - Plus, "God Did" special report
In this exclusive podcast extra, listen to Ari Melber’s full “Beat” breakdown of Jay-Z's history lesson on the roots of American capitalism, drawing on his poem/verse on the Meek Mill song, “What’s Free,” marking its fourth anniversary. Plus, the original special report breaking down Jay-Z’s verse on “God Did.”
6-12-2022 • 32 minuten, 12 seconden
Last day of campaigning in crucial GA senate runoff; Trump illegal call to "terminate" Constitution
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, December 5 and reports on the last day of campaigning in the crucial GA senate runoff. James Carville and Renato Mariotti join. Plus, Trump White House veteran Marc Lotter joins on Trump's controversial call to terminate the Constitution and his 2024 presidential run.
6-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Trump dealt key loss in Mar-A-Lago criminal case; Lee Daniels Fallback Friday
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, December 2 and reports on Trump's latest legal loss, with an appeals court ruling against Trump in the Mar-A-Lago documents criminal probe. This comes as the Jan. 6 committee meets behind closed doors about the final report. Plus, Jane Fonda joins on her activism, and producer and filmmaker Lee Daniels joins for a special Fallback Friday.
3-12-2022 • 54 minuten, 29 seconden
Trump dealt legal blow as court strikes down special master in docs probe; Jay-Z inequality special report
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, December 1 and reports on Trump rebuked by an appeals court, which halts the special master's review of Trump's Mar-A-Lago documents. Plus, a special deep dive into Jay-Z's verse on "What's Free," a contemporary poem about America and freedom. Obama veteran Tommy Vietor, Michelle Goldberg and Dave Aronberg join.
2-12-2022 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
AG Garland marks victory in Jan 6 case as Oath Keepers leader convicted
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, November 30 and reports on Attorney General Merrick Garland speaking after the conviction of Oath Keepers Leader Stewart Rhodes for seditious conspiracy. Also, delayed GOP condemnation of Donald Trump's meeting with white supremacist Nick Fuentes. Neal Katyal, Bill Kristol and Politico reporter Olivia Beavers join.
1-12-2022 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Bonus: Jeff Goldblum On ‘Insect Politics,’ Weird Roles, Dream Directors, Judaism, Jazz & Xmas Music | Podcast extra
Award-winning actor Jeff Goldblum talks to MSNBC’s Ari Melber for nearly an hour in this candid, sprawling and sometimes goofy conversation, as the two discuss Goldblum’s work with directors such as Steven Spielberg and Wes Anderson, his many iconic roles, what he loves about jazz, and having his “weirdness” affirmed. In this wide-ranging interview, Ari and Goldblum also tackle “insect politics”, taxonomy, rap lyrics, poetry, and being a “craft obsessive” and he reveals who he most wants to collaborate with next in this newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. msnbc.com/mavericks
30-11-2022 • 55 minuten, 40 seconden
Convicted: Oath Keepers leader seditious conspiracy charge, GOP "autopsy" after red wave fizzles
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, November 29 and reports on Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes convicted of seditious conspiracy and the GOP and RNC conducting an "autopsy" after midterm disappointments. Filmmaker Michael Moore and Chai Komanduri join. Plus, the latest edition of Mavericks with actor Jeff Goldblum.
30-11-2022 • 40 minuten, 34 seconden
GOP struggles with narrow House majority; Trump under fire for white supremacist meeting
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 28 and reports on Kevin McCarthy's imperiled bid for House Speaker. Plus, Donald Trump's controversial hosting of white supremacist Nick Fuentes and Ye at Mar-A-Lago. Michael Steele and Joan Walsh join. Rolling Stone founder Jann Wenner joins as part of the Summit series of interviews.
29-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 37 seconden
Mass shootings in U.S. rising in last 5 years as Walmart employee kills 6 in VA, CO suspect appears in court
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, November 23 and reports on mass shootings rising in the U.S. as an employee in a Virginia Walmart kills 6. Rep. Bobby Scott and Shannon Watts join on the gun violence issue. Plus, former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti and "The Guardian's" Hugo Lowell join on Mike Pence reportedly "considering" speaking to the DOJ regarding January 6 and as Donald Trump's tax returns are set to go to Congress.
24-11-2022 • 40 minuten, 58 seconden
Trump tax returns going to Congress as Supreme Court rejects Trump bid
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, November 22 and reports on a Trump tax bombshell as the Supreme Court rejects his bid to shield his tax returns from Congress. Jill Wine-Banks and Susanne Craig join. Plus, Molly Jong-Fast on the latest in the Colorado massacre as the Colorado Springs police chief says officials are still looking at charges. Rep. Ro Khanna joins on the House GOP focusing on investigating Hunter Biden.
23-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
DOJ appoints special counsel for Trump criminal probes
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Friday, November 18 and reports on the Department of Justice naming a special counsel for Trump criminal probes. Joyce Vance, David Kelley and Elie Mystal join. Plus, Fat Joe joins on his new memoir and to help celebrate 5 years of “The Beat.”
22-11-2022 • 42 minuten, 3 seconden
Colorado officials investigating massacre at LGBTQ club
MSNBC’s Katie Phang hosts “The Beat” on Monday, November 21 and reports on the Colorado nightclub massacre that left 5 murdered, 19 hurt. Maya Wiley and Sally Kohn join. Plus, Neal Katyal joins on the appointment of a special counsel to oversee Trump criminal probes and Roger McNamee on the chaos at Twitter.
22-11-2022 • 35 minuten, 41 seconden
Nancy Pelosi marks end of historic run as Dem leader
MSNBC’S Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday, November 17 and reports on Nancy Pelosi stepping down as Democratic party leader, though she will remain in the House. Joan Walsh, Maya Wiley and Mark Leibovich join. Plus, Tony Schwartz joins on Trump’s 2024 campaign.
19-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 8 seconden
NBC projects GOP wins control of House by razor thin margin as chaos hits party
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, November 16 and reports on the breaking news as NBC projects the GOP takes control of the House of Representatives. NBC News Chief Political Analyst Steve Kornacki joins. Plus, new legal heat on Trump as former WH aide Cassidy Hutchinson testified before the GA election probe grand jury and Michael Flynn ordered to testify next week. Chai Komanduri, David Kelley and Rev. Al Sharpton join.
17-11-2022 • 58 minuten, 43 seconden
GOP clashes erupt after tough midterms as McConnell faces leadership challenge
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, November 15 and reports on the chaos within the GOP post midterms, with Sen. Mitch McConnell facing a leadership challenge. Plus, two missiles hitting and killing two people in Poland, setting up new tensions in the Ukraine war. Eugene Robinson, Chai Komanduri and Evelyn Farkas join. Ken Burns joins on his new photography book.
16-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 7 seconden
MAGA drags down GOP ticket as Democrats clinch Senate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 14 and reports on the Democrats retaining control of the Senate. Political strategist James Carville who predicted Democrats would overperform, joins to discuss the hold of MAGA on the Republican party. Plus, radio legend Big Boy joins for a special interview about politics and music.
15-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
GOP turning on Trump after midterm disappointments;
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday November 11 and reports on many in the GOP and in right-wing media turning on Trump after the midterms which failed to produce a "red wave." Political science professor Jason Johnson and Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson join. Plus, comedian and host The Kid Mero and MSNBC host Alicia Menendez join for Fallback Friday.
12-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 32 seconden
US voters rebuff "red wave"; Senate control hangs on three open races
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, November 10 and reports on the results of the 2022 midterms, with voters shattering any expected "red wave." With the control of Congress still undecided, three key open races will determine the balance of power. Filmmaker Michael Moore, strategist Chai Komanduri, correspondent April Ryan and representative-elect Maxwell Frost join.
11-11-2022 • 42 minuten, 36 seconden
Record breaking early vote on election eve; Carville on closing arguments
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, November 7 and reports on the record breaking early vote totals on the eve of the 2022 midterm elections. Campaign guru James Carville joins on the closing arguments of both parties and what the voting numbers mean. Plus, SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher joins alongside NFL Player's Association member Antoine Bethea on the new "Actors & Athletes: Unions for Democracy" initiative to protect voting rights.
8-11-2022 • 40 minuten, 50 seconden
Midterm turnout higher than Trump midterms; Oprah endorses Fetterman; Trump blows past subpoena deadline
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, November 4 and reports on the final days of the midterms as turnout breaks 2018 records, Oprah endorses John Fetterman and Ron Johnson won't commit to accept election results. Plus, Trump blows past the Jan. 6 subpoena deadline to submit evidence. Comedian Neal Brennan joins, along with Sen. Barbara Boxer, David Plouffe.
4-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 48 seconden
Trump lawyer vowed "combat" with left; Michael Moore predicts Dem sweep; Pharrell on "Mighty Dream Forum"
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, November 3 and reports on explosive new audio showing Trump lawyer was prepping for "combat" with left. Plus, Filmmaker Michael Moore joins with one week out until the midterm elections, predicting a Democratic sweep. Obama campaign manager Jim Messina and civil rights activist Maya Wiley join. And, Pharrell Williams tells Melber about his Mighty Dream Forum.
3-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 28 seconden
Biden to speak on Democracy under threat; Grover Norquist on midterm policy
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, November 2 and reports on record early voting turnout, Biden speaking on GOP candidates set to refuse to accept election results and Democracy under threat. Conservative activist Grover Norquist joins. Plus, music mogul Kevin Liles joins on his #ProtectBlackArt initiative.
3-11-2022 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
Early voting turnout surge; Comedian Bill Maher on Obama, Fox News and more
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, November 1 and reports on early voting surging in the 2022 midterms as former presidents Obama and Trump are stumping for candidates. Plus, Comedian Bill Maher joins on the midterms, his history of political comedy and more. Chai Komanduri and Carol Lam join.
2-11-2022 • 40 minuten, 55 seconden
Federal and state charges for suspected attacker at Pelosi's home
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 31 and reports on charges for the suspected attacker at House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's house. Plus, Obama hitting the campaign trail for democrats. WI Senate candidate Mandela Barnes joins.
1-11-2022 • 51 minuten, 6 seconden
Nancy Pelosi's husband violently attacked; Obama and Biden hit the midterm campaign trail
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Friday October 28th and reports on the chilling violent attack on Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband. Plus, Former President Obama returns to the stump for Democrats in Georgia. Jake Ward, Kurt Bardella, Cornell Belcher, Michael Beschloss, Joyce Vance, Roger McNamee and Florida Gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist join.
28-10-2022 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
GOP hits crime as Dems talk democracy in midterm closing arguments
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, October 27 and reports on the closing arguments both parties are making in the last 12 days of the midterms. Plus, new development in one of the criminal probes into Donald Trump as video shows Trump lawyers entering a federal courthouse in Washington. Obama veterans David Plouffe and Chai Komanduri join, as well as veteran journalist Bob Woodward on explosive audio tapes of interviews with Donald Trump, and NC Senate candidate Cheri Beasley.
27-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 11 seconden
Early voting smashes records; Fmr. Ambassador rebukes Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 26 and reports on early voting shattering previous midterm turnout. Plus, Former Ambassador Gordon Sondland rebukes Trump for Jan. 6 and a special report on Dall-E 2, a new AI art tool that allows anyone to create images from a simple word prompt. Joanne Jang, Dall-E product lead, joins.
26-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 6 seconden
Midterm turnout surging as debate set in key state that could decide senate
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 25 and reports on the midterms as many see the midterms as a referendum on the economy, democracy and freedom and as three debates are set to happen in key states. Plus, updates in the DOJ Jan. 6 probe. Steve Kornacki, Jason Johnson and Errin Haines join.
26-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
Early voting underway and breaking records; Obama speechwriter on midterms
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 24 and reports on the midterms as early voting is setting records and as fears of voter intimidation spread. Officials in Arizona releasing images after complaints of armed people stationed outside a ballot box. Plus, President Obama's former top speechwriter Cody Keenan on Obama's message for the midterms. James Carville, Neal Katyal and Juanita Tolliver join.
24-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 33 seconden
Trump hit with historic Jan. 6 subpoena; Bannon sentenced to four months prison
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, October 21 and reports on the historic Jan. 6 committee subpoena delivered to Donald Trump which implies he is guilty of elector fraud. Plus, former Trump aide Steve Bannon sentenced to four months in prison. Civil rights activist Maya Wiley, former Watergate Prosecutor Nick Akerman and New York Times reporter and author Robert Draper join.
21-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
Midterm clashes escalate as Obama hits campaign trail and GOP gains edge in House polling
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, October 20th and reports on the midterms as campaign clashes escalate and President Obama hits the campaign trail and new polling shows a GOP edge in the House. Plus, Trump hiring a law firm to handle his forthcoming Jan. 6 subpoena as the committee huddles to finalize details. Fmr. DNC Chair Howard Dean, Fmr. RNC Chair Michael Steele and Harvard professor Dr. Erica Chenoweth join.
20-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 46 seconden
GOP candidates backtrack on 2020 lies in midterms homestretch as Obama and Sanders hit campaign trail for Dems
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday October 19 and reports on the midterms as many in the GOP are attempting to backtrack on their 2020 election lies and as Democrats tap heavy-hitters to campaign including Barack Obama and Bernie Sanders. Plus, Politico reporting that Trump signed court document that "knowingly included false voter fraud" information. Errin Haines, Karoun Demirjian, David Kelley join, as well as CPAC chair Matt Schlapp.
19-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
Scrutiny on MAGA extremism as midterms loom; "Mavericks" with Billy Porter
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 18 and reports on the midterms as MAGA extremism and abortion rights have become two focal points of the campaign season. Trump-era special counsel John Durham embarrassed in a second loss in his over three-year investigation. Plus, the latest installment of "Mavericks with Ari Melber" featuring the acclaimed Billy Porter. Chai Komanduri, Katty Kay and Melissa Murray join.
18-10-2022 • 38 minuten, 57 seconden
In midterm homestretch, clashes over economy, choice and democracy
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 17 and reports on the midterms homestretch as the New York Times reports that 370 GOP candidates are running on a platform of denying or casting doubt the 2020 election. Plus, the DOJ now recommending 6 months in prison for Trump ally Steve Bannon ahead of Trump's official subpoena for testimony and documents. Columnists Eugene Robinson and Michelle Goldberg join, as well as former Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal.
17-10-2022 • 42 minuten, 14 seconden
Explosive Jan. 6 video reveals Trump's inaction during insurrection
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, October 14 and reports on explosive newly revealed video from January 6 which shows Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer scrambling to save the Capitol and pleading for law enforcement help. Plus, Liz Cheney highlighting that 30 witnesses have plead the fifth amendment to the committee. Fmr. DNC Chair Howard Dean joins, alongside Michael Beschloss and Emily Bazelon.
17-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 27 seconden
Jan. 6 committee subpoenas Trump in historic action
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on Thursday October 13 and reports on the groundbreaking final planned January 6 committee hearing in which former President Donald Trump was subpoenaed. Plus, shocking video of Sens. Pelosi and Schumer pleading with then-acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen to ask Trump to call off insurrectionists on Jan. 6. Andrew Weissmann, Maya Wiley and Asha Rangappa join.
14-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 10 seconden
Alex Jones faces record-breaking $1bn punishment for Sandy Hook lies
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 12 and reports on the record-breaking verdict in right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' case for defamation and emotional distress inflicted upon Sandy Hook survivors' families. Nearly $1bn in damages to be awarded to the families. Plus, previewing the next and final planned January 6 committee hearing. The Daily Beast's Will Sommer and former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti join.
14-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 27 seconden
Special report: Killings surge at Rikers Island, NYC's notorious jail
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" and reports on the latest in midterms politics and the DOJ urging the Supreme Court to reject Donald Trump's appeal in the Mar-a-Lago case. Plus, a special report on criminal justice and the squalid conditions at NYC's Rikers Island jail. Former RNC Chair Michael Steele and former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen join.
11-10-2022 • 42 minuten, 14 seconden
GOP launches racial attacks in midterms homestretch
MSNBC’s Ari Melber hosts “The Beat” on October 10 and reports on some in the GOP turning to fear tactics, tropes and racial references ahead of the midterms. Sen. John Kennedy running a campaign ad referencing “woke leaders” and “crackhead[s].” Plus, Trump holding a rally in a small town called Minden, NV which has a history as a “sundown town;” places which historically had ordinances that required Native Americans to leave towns by 6:30pm. Fordham professor Christina Greer and producer and activist Michael Hirschorn join.
10-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Biden pardons marijuana crimes after years pushing drug war
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, October 7 and reports on President Biden pardoning all Federal marijuana possession crimes. Plus, the latest in the Oath Keepers sedition trial, and rapper Freddie Gibbs joins for a special Fallback Friday.
7-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
GOP's midterm slate dominated by "big lie" backers
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, October 6 and reports on new Washington Post reporting indicating 299 election deniers are among the GOP midterm nominees. Plus, Biden's pardon on marijuana offenses, the scandal engulfing GOP Senate candidate Herschel Walker and the latest on Hunter Biden. Former acting solicitor general Neal Katyal, former Planned Parenthood president Cecile Richards and former SDNY chief David Kelley join.
6-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 22 seconden
MAGA extremists embrace violent rhetoric ahead of midterms; Oath Keepers leader on trial for seditious conspiracy
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, October 5 and reports on a New York Times story that shows online mentions of "civil war," apparently "ignited by the Mar-A-Lago search," have spiked 3000% on Twitter ahead of the midterms. Plus, newly released audio evidence of Oath Keepers Leader Stewart Rhodes indicates he said his "only regret" was the group "should have brought rifles" on Jan. 6. Fordham political science professor Christina Greer and Guardian Reporter Hugo Lowell join, as well as Congressional candidate Adam Frisch.
5-10-2022 • 40 minuten, 52 seconden
GOP on defense over abortion bans and Herschel Walker abortion scandal
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, October 4 and reports on the growing mobilization of women and women's rights supporters after the Dobbs decision leading into midterm elections. Plus, Donald Trump's legal team making an unusual appeal to the Supreme Court in the classified documents probe. Michelle Goldberg, Cornell Belcher and Maya Wiley join.
4-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 44 seconden
Outcry after Trump says McConnell has a 'death wish'; Bannon spreads 'big lie' in Brazil
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, October 3 and reports on Donald Trump writing Mitch McConnell has a "Death wish" because he negotiated a government funding deal with Democrats. Plus, the National Archives revealing some records from the Trump White House are still missing. Juanita Tolliver, Mark Leibovich, and Tim Snyder join.
3-10-2022 • 41 minuten, 28 seconden
Hurricane Ian latest; ‘Significant information’ obtained by Jan. 6 committee amid Ginni Thomas interview
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 30 and reports on the latest on Hurricane Ian as it makes second landfall in South Carolina. Plus, new information as the January 6th Committee prepares for its likely final hearing as the chairman reveals “significant information” has not been revealed yet. It comes after the committee interviewed
conservative activist Ginni Thomas, who is also the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Craig Fugate, Carlos Curbelo and Bill Nye join.
30-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 38 seconden
Explosive January 6 “road map to an insurrection” and Italy’s new prime minister’s neo-fascist ties | Podcast extra
In this bonus podcast clip, MSNBC’s Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber walks through the latest updates in the January 6 probe ahead of its next and possibly final hearing. Plus, a conversation with Former GOP Congressman and Jan. 6 committee insider Denver Riggleman about the possible involvement of all three branches of government in the insurrection and the explosive text evidence that showcased a “roadmap to an insurrection.” Finally, Melber presents a breakdown of the Italian election, as far-right Giorgia Meloni is poised to become the next prime minster. Her connections to Trump ally Steve Bannon and party ties to Mussolini, explained. These segments originally appeared on “The Beat with Ari Melber” and are presented together here as a podcast extra.
30-9-2022 • 39 minuten, 18 seconden
Continuing coverage of the catastrophic destruction from Hurricane Ian
Ayman Mohyeldin hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 29 and reports on Hurricane Ian's catastrophic destruction, President Biden saying it could be the "deadliest hurricane in Florida's history." Rob Gaudet, founder of volunteer group Cajun Navy, Angela Eady, City Commissioner for Kissimmee, Florida and former FEMA spokesperson Daniel Watson, join.
29-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
Hurricane Ian slams into the west coast of Florida as category 4 hurricane
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 28 and reports on Hurricane Ian making landfall in Florida as a category 4 hurricane. NBC’ Ali Velshi, Morgan Chesky and the National Hurricane Center’s Jamie Rhome join, along with The American Red Cross’ Jennifer Pipa.
28-9-2022 • 42 minuten, 18 seconden
Jan 6 committee insider interview; Special report on Italy and the rise of fascism
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 27 and reports on the January 6 committee postponing its next hearing and new evidence expected to be shown on Roger Stone. Plus, a special report on Italy and the rise of fascism, as right-wing politician Giorgia Meloni is poised to become the next prime minister of Italy. Jan. 6 committee insider Denver Riggleman joins for a special interview, plus fascism scholar Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Chai Komanduri and Melissa Murray.
27-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 33 seconden
New heat on Trump adviser Roger Stone; Ginni Thomas agrees to Jan. 6 committee interview
MSNBC's Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 26 and reports on new heat on longtime Trump ally Roger Stone ahead of the next Jan. 6 hearing. Plus, Ginni Thomas agrees to sit for an interview with the Jan. 6 committee, and Ron DeSantis facing lawsuits over his latest migrant stunt. Neal Katyal, Jackie Alemany and Barbara McQuade join.
27-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 11 seconden
Fallout after NY hits Trump with sweeping fraud case
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 23 and reports on the fallout after the sweeping NY case adds to Trump’s legal crises in DC, GA and FL. Plus, Hot 97’s Ebro joins Melber on the upcoming Jan. 6 hearing and how some in MAGA are unapologetic for the insurrection. Neal Katyal, Sam Nunberg and Joan Walsh join.
24-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Why the blockbuster Jan. 6 Report may change everything | Podcast extra Melber breakdown
The January 6th committee will issue a congressional report with new evidence and never-before-seen material as well as its full findings and recommendations. Will the committee recommend criminal charges for former President Trump? MSNBC’s Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber, who has reported extensively on January 6th from that day in 2021 onward, including a special report on the crimes that may have been committed, announces the forthcoming Jan. 6 Report (available via Harper Collins with a special foreword by Ari Melber). Plus, a look back at past probes and lessons learned from the historic 9/11 report and the baseball steroid scandal.
23-9-2022 • 15 minuten, 46 seconden
Trump suffers another setback in doc scandal probe; Michael Cohen on NY AG Trump lawsuit
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 22 and reports on the special master in the Trump document probe reportedly skeptical of Trump’s document declassification claims. Plus, an appeals court granting the DOJ access to seized documents and the latest updates in the sweeping NY AG fraud lawsuit. Asha Rangappa, Michael Cohen and Neil DeGrasse Tyson join.
22-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 1 seconde
Trump sued by New York AG Letitia James for fraud
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 21 and reports on Donald Trump being sued by the New York state Attorney General Letitia James in a sweeping fraud lawsuit. The suit alleges more than 200 instances of false and misleading asset valuations. Melissa Murray, Nick Akerman and David Enrich join.
22-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
DOJ, Trump face off with special master; Jan. 6 special report ahead of ninth hearing
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 20 and reports on Donald Trump's legal team meeting with the DOJ in court before the newly appointed special master. Plus, MSNBC's Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber previews a forthcoming key January 6 report featuring a new forward by Melber. John Flannery, Chai Komanduri and Dave Aronberg join.
21-9-2022 • 40 minuten, 57 seconden
Trump touts QAnon, posing danger for GOP ahead of midterms
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 19 and reports on a bizarre Trump rally in Ohio for GOP Senate candidate J.D. Vance. The New York Times reports music Trump played resembled a QAnon song and the crowds reacted to it with a salute. It comes after Trump openly embraced QAnon conspiracy theories online and in recent actions. Will Sommer and David Rothkopf join. Plus, the incomparable Jenifer Lewis joins on her new book "Walking in My Joy: In These Streets."
19-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 38 seconden
Immigrants misled in "cruel" Ron DeSantis political stunt; WH helps broker talks avoiding railroad labor strike
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 15 and reports on Florida MAGA Governor Ron DeSantis flying 50 undocumented immigrants to the island of Martha's Vineyard as a kind of performance art designed to "own the libs". Plus, the Biden administration celebrating what it calls a another win by avoiding a major railway strike. Former DNC Chair Howard Dean and Fmr. RNC Chair Michael Steele join.
15-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
Trump insider Mike Lindell has phone seized by Feds; Innocence Project co-founder Barry Scheck on criminal justice
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 14 and reports on another Trump insider, "Pillow Guy" Mike Lindell's phone being seized by the FBI. Plus, Innocence Project Co-Founder Barry Scheck joins on DNA evidence, wrongful convictions and criminal justice reform. Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson, Fmr. ODNI General Counsel Robert Litt and Mother Jones' David Corn join.
14-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
GOP pushing for national abortion ban with midterms 8 weeks away
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 13 and reports on the GOP escalating its push to roll back women's rights -- just 8 weeks before the midterms, with Senator Lindsey Graham introducing a bill that would ban abortion nationwide. Plus, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates joins Ari for a special interview. Political strategist Chai Komanduri and former Watergate prosecutor Nick Akerman join.
14-9-2022 • 40 minuten, 52 seconden
New Jan. 6 subpoenas reportedly focus on Trump’s rally as DOJ seizes phones from ‘top’ Trump aides
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 12 and reports on a breaking New York Times article on an intensifying January 6th federal probe with the Department of Justice issuing 40 new subpoenas to people close to Trump. The Times also reports on two Trump advisors having their phones seized as evidence. Legal experts Emily Bazelon and Maya Wiley join.
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, September 7 and reports on new details in the Trump document scandal, as The Washington Post reports Trump had nuclear intelligence documents at Mar-A-Lago. Plus, Former Trump Attorney General Bill Barr saying the DOJ is “getting very close” in its technical case to indict Trump. Fmr. SDNY attorney David Kelley and Fmr. FBI official Frank Figliuzzi join.
7-9-2022 • 40 minuten, 59 seconden
Biden slams MAGA GOP as threat to democracy; Special report on Black leaders and artists protesting injustice
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, September 6 and reports on Biden slamming MAGA GOP and Trump as the race to the midterms kicks into high gear. Plus, a special report on how Black activists and artists have confronted government racism, both in their work and their own lives. Chai Komanduri and Mother Jones' David Corn join.
7-9-2022 • 41 minuten, 40 seconden
Special master to review classified docs from Trump’s Mar-A-Lago
Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, September 5 and reports on a judge granting Donald Trump’s request for a special master to review the documents seized in last month’s Mar-A-Lago search. Fmr. Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal and NYU law professor Melissa Murray join.
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Friday, September 2 and reports on a judge unsealing the FBI search inventory of Trump’s Mar-A-Lago. Revelations include that Trump reportedly had 48 empty folders labeled “classified” at his home and that he mixed secret documents with clothes. Former US Attorney Joyce Vance and Former FBI Special Agent Asha Rangappa join.
3-9-2022 • 40 minuten, 39 seconden
Hear Jay-Z talk to Ari about Beat report on “God Did” and the drug war
In this exclusive podcast extra, listen to Jay-Z and DJ Khaled respond to Ari Melber’s full “Beat” special report breaking down the failed Nixon-Trump drug war and Jay-Z’s epic new verse on “God Did.”
2-9-2022 • 25 minuten
DOJ, Trump lawyers face off over special master; Jan. 6 Committee seeks Newt Gingrich interview
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, September 1 and reports on Trump’s lawyers and the DOJ squaring off over Trump’s “special master” request. Plus, breaking news that the Jan. 6 committee is requesting to interview former Republican Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. Fmr. US Attorney Barbara McQuade and Fmr. CIA officer David Priess join.
1-9-2022 • 44 minuten, 55 seconden
New DOJ filing suggests Trump team hid, moved docs
Katie Phang hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 31 and reports on a new DOJ filing that suggests Donald Trump's team may have hidden and moved documents, possible evidence of obstruction. Plus, a new photo circulating that shows for the first time some of the classified documents found at Mar-A-Lago. Danya Perry, Hugo Lowell and House Intel. Cmte. member Rep. Peter Welch join.
1-9-2022 • 42 minuten, 13 seconden
Biden blasts “MAGA Republicans” on threats to law enforcement after Trump search; Special report – War on drugs
President Biden rebuking MAGA lawmakers in a speech just days after accusing them of “semi-fascism.” Biden calling out members of the GOP for claiming to support law enforcement but seemingly only when it’s Black Americans being policed. Plus, a special report on the “war on drugs” in America featuring Jay-Z’s new music which addresses discriminatory drug law enforcement. Chai Komanduri, Nick Akerman and singer Carole King join.
30-8-2022 • 40 minuten
GOP talks up “riots” if Trump is indicted as DOJ eyes two roads to Trump charges
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, August 29th and reports on Lindsey Graham threatening riots and unrest if prosecutors indict Donald Trump. Plus Georgia Governor Brian kemp has been ordered to testify in an election probe as the Trump legal team reportedly “scrambles to find an argument” according to the New York Times. DOJ veteran Neal Katyal, law professor Melissa Murray and reporters Joan Walsh and Will Sommer join.
30-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 15 seconden
Unsealed Trump search info shows he defied requests for over 6 months
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, August 26th and reports on the newly unsealed, heavily redacted Trump search affidavit. The information reveals more about the unprecedented search of Mar-A-Lago and suspicion over criminal evidence. Former FBI special agent Asha Rangappa, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and authors Mark Liebovich and Jay McInerney join.
26-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 55 seconden
New heat in Trump’s secret doc scandal; Democrats ‘outperforming’ in special elections
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, August 25 and reports on new signs that Democratic voters are galvanized by the abortion fight, with the New York Times reporting now: “Democrats Dare to Dream.” Plus, the DOJ filing its proposed redactions to the Trump affidavit. Political science professor Christina Greer, Fmr. CIA officer David Priess and environmentalist Bill McKibben join.
26-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
MAGA election deniers winning more primaries, putting spotlight on GOP plot to end democracy
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 24 and reports on Republican candidates who are avowed election deniers winning GOP primaries, setting up a clash over the nonpartisan administration of American elections. Plus, Susan Rice joins on President Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan. Chai Komanduri, Bill Nye “The Science Guy” and Fmr. Fox News political editor Chris Stirewalt join.
25-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 20 seconden
Trump intel scandal escalates as NYT reports 300+ classified docs seized
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 and reports on dramatic new details from the New York Times revealing that the government found Trump had 300+ classified documents at Mar-A-Lago, and he “went through the boxes himself.” The government saying some of the material included the US’s most closely guarded secrets. Civil rights activist Maya Wiley and retired NYPD detective Marq Claxton join. Plus, acclaimed director James Burrows reflects on “Will & Grace” and “Cheers.”
23-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 9 seconden
Trump requests new review of intel. docs; “The Devil’s Advocate” turns 25 as Trump tests how far real-life lawyers will go
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, August 22, 2022 and reports on Donald Trump’s legal team filing a motion to appoint a special master for an extra layer of review over seized documents from Mar-A-Lago. Plus, how recent Trump controversies, including the DOJ reviewing whether his lawyers illegally lied and Rudy Giuliani being formally “targeted” for charges in Georgia, echo some of the themes in the classic legal film “The Devil’s Advocate,” such as “how far” lawyers will go for their client and when do they become part of potential crimes they are supposed to defend. “The Devil’s Advocate” author Andrew Neiderman joins “The Beat” on the 25th anniversary of the film, along with Chai Komanduri, NYU law professor Melissa Murray and Fmr. Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal.
22-8-2022 • 40 minuten, 39 seconden
Trump rattled over Georgia probe setbacks as Giuliani and Graham must testify; Henry Winkler joins for Fallback Friday
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, August 19, 2022, and reports on the Trump criminal probe in Georgia where Rudy Giuliani is targeted for indictment and now Lindsey Graham is ordered to testify. Ron DeSantis dealt a legal blow in a free speech case. Plus, a seasoned lawyer who declined an offer to represent Trump, Jon Sale, joins "The Beat." Henry Winkler and Ayman Mohyeldin join for Fallback Friday.
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19-8-2022 • 41 minuten
Judge paves way for release of more Trump search info; Trump Org. CFO pleads guilty
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, August 18th and reports on a judge ruling to unseal parts of the DOJ roadmap on the unprecedented search of Trump's Mar-A-Lago property. Plus, former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty to 15 felonies related to tax fraud charges. Former FBI General Counsel Andrew Weissmann, Juanita Tolliver, and former Rudy Giuliani campaign press secretary Ken Frydman join.
18-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 43 seconden
Giuliani testifies before GA grand jury; Special report - Double standard of MAGA “just comply” rhetoric
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 17 and reports on Rudy Giuliani testifying before a grand jury in the GA election probe. Plus, a special report on how attacks on the FBI search of Trump's home reveal a deeper double standard, as MAGA leaders continue resisting lawful probes and subpoenas while lecturing other suspects to “just comply." BBC's Katty Kay, law professor Melissa Murray and historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat join.
17-8-2022 • 40 minuten, 45 seconden
Historic win for Biden signing spending bill as Trump legal heat intensifies
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 16th, and reports on an historic win for President Biden as he signs the Inflation Reduction Act into law. The bill is signed amid new reporting from the NYT that the FBI grilled two top Trump White House lawyers about what it views as stolen secret documents. Plus, Melber is joined by hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg in the latest installment of "Mavericks with Ari Melber."
16-8-2022 • 42 minuten, 9 seconden
Trump lawyer Giuliani named a criminal target in GA election probe; DOJ subpoenas Trump White House lawyer Eric Herschmann
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, August 15, and reports on Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani reportedly being named a criminal target in the Georgia election probe. Plus, former Trump White House lawyer Eric Herschmann is subpoenaed by the Justice Department. Former acting solicitor General Neal Katyal, WSJ reporter Sadie Gurman and NYU law professor Melissa Murray join.
15-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 2 seconden
Trump search warrant unsealed, reveals FBI found “top secret” docs at Trump home
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, August 12 and reports on the unsealing of the search warrant of Trump's Mar-A-Lago property, the revelations that the FBI found "top secret" documents there, and the legal implications of the three potential felonies cited in the warrant. Fmr. CIA officer David Priess and Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson join.
13-8-2022 • 39 minuten, 38 seconden
AG Garland faces down Trump in sober briefing; DOJ moves to make Trump search warrant public
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, August 11 and reports on the Department of Justice moving to make the search warrant for Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago property public. AG Garland, in a rare public briefing, reporting that he personally approved the search. This comes as The New York Times reports that Trump was subpoenaed in the Spring, far ahead of the FBI search. Fmr. Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal and Mary Trump join.
12-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 24 seconden
Trump takes the 5th, raising the prospect of his own criminal conduct
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 3. In a once unthinkable step, a former President pleads the fifth, refusing to answer questions under oath in a New York. The deposition comes after losing a long battle to duck testimony with New York Attorney General Letitia James. Asha Rangappa, a former FBI Special Agent and former RNC Chairman Michael Steele join.
11-8-2022 • 40 minuten, 45 seconden
FBI searches Trump’s Mar-A-Lago home in unprecedented raid
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 9th, and reports on the unprecedented FBI raid on former President Donald Trump's property, the history of prosecuting government officials for mishandling government secrets and what it may mean for Trump going forward. Former FBI General Counsel Andrew Weissmann and Former Trump personal lawyer Michael Cohen join.
10-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 12 seconden
Joe-mentum: Democrats tout climate and drug bill victory; Jan. 6 evidence sparks debate over indicting ex-president
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, August 8, 2022 and reports on the historic passage of President Biden’s climate and drug bill. Plus, a special report on the debate over indicting a former head of state, drawing on foreign and domestic precedent. Pollster Cornell Belcher, Civil rights activist Maya Wiley and Mother Jones’ David Corn join.
9-8-2022 • 40 minuten, 41 seconden
Alex Jones hit with millions in fines for Sandy Hook lies; White House Press Sec. on Biden win streak
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, August 4, 2022 and reports on right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones hit with $4.1m in compensatory damages to Sandy Hook parents. Plus, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s recent win streak on climate, Al-Qaeda and more. Reporters Ben Collins, Will Sommer and Former Federal prosecutor Paul Butler join.
4-8-2022 • 42 minuten, 8 seconden
Deep red Kansas votes to protect abortion rights; DOJ subpoenas key Trump WH lawyer Cipollone
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, August 3 and reports on Kansas voters rejecting a state Constitutional amendment, protecting some abortion rights. Plus, the DOJ subpoenas Trump White House Counsel Pat Cipollone, and a legal bombshell as Alex Jones is confronted by his own texts on the stand in his defamation trial. KS Rep. Sharice Davids and Watergate prosecutor Nick Akerman join.
4-8-2022 • 40 minuten, 53 seconden
High stakes first election since fall of Roe; Fox News downplaying Al-Qaeda leader killing
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, August 2, and reports on the polls opening today in five states amid the first elections since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Plus, new reporting on the NY probe of the Trump organization, Fox News downplaying the killing of Al-Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri and Alex Jones confronted by Sandy Hook parents in court. Howard Dean and Yamiche Alcindor join.
3-8-2022 • 45 minuten, 37 seconden
US strike reportedly kills Al-Qaeda terrorist leader; Fox News continues to ‘bypass’ Trump
Breaking international news as President Biden is set to address the nation on a strike that reportedly killed Al-Qaeda terrorist leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. Plus, the continuing schism between Fox News and Trump. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries and Ret. General Barry McCaffrey join.
2-8-2022 • 41 minuten, 59 seconden
Special report - “Inside Trump’s Election Plot”
MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber reports on the evidence of actual, "criminal intent" by Trump and his aides, a requirement for any indictment and criminal trial, and documents eight different plots to overturn the 2020 election for this MSNBC Special Report, "Inside Trump's Election Plot." NYU Law professor Melissa Murray joins.
30-7-2022 • 40 minuten, 54 seconden
Breakthrough for Biden agenda as climate deal reached; Trump Fox News split continues
President Biden on the cusp of a major win for his agenda, as Senators Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer appear to have struck a deal on climate legislation. Plus, new DOJ evidence in criminal electors probe, and the continuing split between Fox News and Trump. WH Communications Director Kate Bedingfield and Chai Komanduri join.
29-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
DOJ asking witnesses about Trump in Jan 6 probe
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 27, and reports on the DOJ eyeing Trump. Former Mueller prosecutor Andrew Weissmann responds. Former party chairs Howard Dean and Michael Steele talk about Murdoch’s Fox News ignoring Trump and comedian Samantha Bee joins The Beat.
28-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 17 seconden
Murdoch's Fox-NY Post empire turns on Trump as Ron Desantis surges; Alex Jones defamation trial begins
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, July 26, and reports on the new evidence emerging related to the Trump fake electors plot as well as Pence aides testifying before a grand jury. Plus, the continuing split among the Murdoch Fox News-NY Post media empire over Trump and reporting that indicates Murdoch now favors Ron DeSantis over Trump. Political strategist Chai Komanduri and Lincoln Project co-founder Reed Galen join.
27-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 3 seconden
Trump’s new Jan. 6 nightmare: Right-wing outlets turn on Trump as new evidence is revealed
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 25, and reports on the new Jan. 6 committee evidence revealing an unseen Trump draft speech and new testimony from Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Plus, new reports of some right-wing media outlets turning on Trump, and the scandal around Senator Josh Hawley. “The Daily Show” co-creator Lizz Winstead and Retired Admiral Steve Abbot join.
26-7-2022 • 40 minuten, 49 seconden
Trump aide Bannon found guilty
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, July 22, and reports on the verdict in Trump ally Steve Bannon's criminal trial, Republican Senator Josh Hawley's hypocrisy, and the final Jan. 6 hearing. John Flannery and Joyce Vance join.
22-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
"He was watching TV": New testimony on Trump's inaction during riot
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, July 21, and reports on the final Jan. 6 hearing, Steve Bannon's criminal trial, and Donald Trump's potential criminal culpability. Nick Akerman and Mara Gay join.
21-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 4 seconden
Final hearing probes Trumps' "failure" to do anything to stop the insurrection
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, July 19, and reports on the final Jan. 6 hearing, the recently leaked memo putting scrutiny on the DOJ, the trial of Trump ally Steve Bannon, the Democratic lawmakers arrested at an abortion rights rally outside of SCOTUS, and climate change. Rep. Ilhan Omar, Sen. Dick Durbin, Neal Katyal, and Chai Komanduri join.
20-7-2022 • 40 minuten, 56 seconden
Trump hid Jan. 6 march plan, showing illicit intent
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 18, and reports on Trump ally Steve Bannon's criminal trial, the latest in the Jan. 6 probe, rising temperatures across the globe, GOP attacks on gay marriage, and the rising prices across the U.S. David Corn, Juanita Tolliver and the Director of Biden's National Economic Council, Brian Deese, join.
18-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 16 seconden
Congress mulls subpoenaing Trump
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Thursday, July 14, and reports on the latest developments in the Jan. 6 probe, the new heat on the DOJ over probing Donald Trump, Steve Bannon's upcoming criminal trial, and the fight over abortion rights. Maya Wiley joins.
14-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 29 seconden
New calls to indict Trump amidst evidence he planned march
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 13, and reports on the latest in the Jan. 6 probe, the renewed calls to indict Donald Trump for his role in planning the march on the Capitol that led to the insurrection, and the fight for abortion rights. Phoebe Bridgers joins.
14-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 52 seconden
New: Trump planned Capitol march in advance
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Tuesday, July 12, and reports on the new evidence in the Jan. 6 probe linking Donald Trump to the march on the Capitol that led to the insurrection and what this evidence means moving forward. David Kelley, Michelle Goldberg, and Andrew Weissmann join.
13-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 33 seconden
Trump Sidekick Steve Bannon Surrenders to Panel Amid Growing Coup Evidence; Jan. 6 Rally Organizer Exclusive Interview
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Monday, July 11, and reports on Steve Bannon folding and saying he will testify before the House Jan. 6 committee. In a “Beat” exclusive interview, January 6 organizer Dustin Stockton, who worked closely with Bannon, joins Ari on the impact of the hearings and coordination between the Trump WH and rally organizers.
12-7-2022 • 42 minuten, 27 seconden
Trump White House counsel testifies for Jan. 6 committee
MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, July 8, and reports on the latest in the Jan. 6 probe, Elon Musk's Twitter deal, the fight for abortion rights, and protest anthems. Michael Hirschorn and John Flannery join.
9-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 54 seconden
Trump White House lawyer to testify before Jan. 6 committee
MSNBC's Dr. Jason Johnson fills in for MSNBC's Ari Melber to host "The Beat" on Wednesday, July 6, and reports on the latest in the Jan. 6 probe, the Trump criminal probe in Georgia, the police shooting of an unarmed Black man in Akron, Ohio, and the clash over abortion rights. Elie Mystal and Melissa Murray join.
7-7-2022 • 41 minuten, 28 seconden
BONUS: Trump's secret Jan. 6 plot exposed
In this bonus podcast, MSNBC's Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber highlights his coverage of the Jan. 6 probe and his interviews with Trump allies like Peter Navarro and Boris Epshteyn. Melber also features his conversations with an organizer of the Jan. 6 rally, Michael Cohen, and a witness from the Jan. 6 committee's first public hearing.
14-6-2022 • 1 uur, 48 minuten, 21 seconden
News from Ari: How to Listen to The January 6th Hearings
Ari Melber will be contributing to MSNBC’s special coverage of the January 6th Hearings this month, beginning on Thursday, June 9th. Good news: you can listen to the full hearings, plus the team’s analysis before and after each hearing, as podcasts. The episodes will be dropping into The Rachel Maddow Show feed. Head there now and hit “follow” so you don’t miss a moment: https://link.chtbl.com/trms_tbwam.
9-6-2022 • 27 seconden
BONUS: To end "Roe," GOP-appointed Justice says pregnant women were prosecuted in 1600s
The unprecedented leak of a draft opinion by Justice Alito to overturn abortion rights is stoking nationwide debate, as many advocates and commentators warned GOP-appointed Justices would take this approach despite pledging otherwise at confirmation hearings. Ahead of the Supreme Court's final decision on "Roe," MSNBC's Ari Melber highlights his reporting on the topic, including his breaking coverage of the issue from the steps of the Supreme Court and his interviews on the topic with Margaret Atwood, Cecile Richards, and Samantha Bee.
9-6-2022 • 46 minuten, 23 seconden
BONUS: Music mogul Scooter Braun and Grammy-winning J Balvin on the music industry and more
In this special bonus podcast, MSNBC's Ari Melber spotlights his interviews with pioneering music manager turned multi-media mogul Scooter Braun and Grammy-winning Colombian artist J Balvin. Braun opens up to Melber about his unique approach to spotting and launching artists, as well as the current state of the music industry. J Balvin, who is managed by Braun, discusses the industry, as well as his album "Jose" and his advocacy for mental health.
28-5-2022 • 1 uur, 3 minuten, 16 seconden
BONUS: Tucker Carlson’s Debunked Conspiracy Theory Cited By Buffalo Shooting Suspect
In this bonus podcast, MSNBC's Ari Melber highlights some of his coverage of the racist conspiracy theory known as "great replacement theory." The theory is the xenophobic idea that racial and religious minorities will "replace" the white majority. While the theory used to be fringe, it has recently been amplified and repeated by some top conservatives, including Fox News' Tucker Carlson.
23-5-2022 • 49 minuten, 13 seconden
BONUS: Heat on Clarence and Ginni Thomas over bombshell texts, KBJ's historic confirmation and more
In this bonus podcast, MSNBC's Ari Melber highlights several conversations previously featured on "The Beat" that relate to the Supreme Court. Listeners will hear Melber's conversation with cult expert and mental health professional Dr. Steven Hassan, who discusses Ginni Thomas' relationship with the "cult" of QAnon and her past experience with the so-called cult of Lifespring; Melber's conversation with former Senator Barbara Boxer regarding Ginni Thomas' texts to Trump's Chief of Staff encouraging efforts to overturn the 2020 election; and, finally, Melber's conversation with Maya Wiley and former Senator Carol Moseley Braun about Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic confirmation to the Supreme Court.
12-4-2022 • 36 minuten, 42 seconden
BONUS: 'The answer is racism': Angie Martinez on bias against Black poetry & interviewing Obama & 2Pac
From Barack Obama hailing her as "The Voice of New York" to Snoop and Mary J Blige bringing her backstage at the 2022 Super Bowl, Angie Martinez has built herself into one of the most acclaimed radio hosts and interviewers in American music. The Grammy-nominated Martinez has established herself as an essential stop on rap and pop artists' roads to stardom, which is why she's sat with everyone from 2Pac and Biggie to Drake, Queen Latifah, A$AP Rocky, Cardi B, and Ice Cube. In this in-depth interview with MSNBC anchor and music obsessive Ari Melber, Martinez shares her top 5 MCs recording right now (and presses Melber for his); reflects on the art and politics of 2Pac; explores the double standard and bias against Black poetry in hip hop; the accomplishments and challenges for women in the industry; and shares the best advice she's received about life.
18-3-2022 • 34 minuten, 52 seconden
BONUS: What does the 1st Amendment protect? Floyd Abrams on speech, war, tech & 'canceling'
Republicans in Florida and Texas passed new laws targeting technology companies for banning or "canceling" certain speech -- an uphill battle, as a federal judge blocked the Texas law as unconstitutional. Renowned free speech lawyer Floyd Abrams agrees, saying the new GOP laws violate the First Amendment because media and tech companies have the legal right to decide what to publish. Abrams, the "most sought-after First Amendment litigator of his generation," according to New York Times, speaks out on those laws, free speech in the digital age, reporter's privilege, his litigation against Rudy Giuliani and for Mitch McConnell, Donald Trump's "danger," and a range of legal and political issues in this wide-ranging interview with Ari Melber, who used to practice law with Abrams.
8-3-2022 • 1 uur, 25 minuten, 21 seconden
BONUS: On Trump, 'Jeen-Yuhs' director breaks with Kanye; talks drive, talent & the retainers with Ari
From rebuking Pres. Bush over Hurrican Katrina, to backing Pres. Trump, to mounting his own brief run for President, Ye (formerly Kanye West) has made himself a controversial, unavoidable part of American politics, music, culture, fashion, social media, and business for decades. Two of his oldest collaborators and friends, Coodie Simmons and Chike Ozah, explain their belief and fascination in the artist and billionaire entrepreneur Ye -- even amidst some disagreements over politics, values, and business -- as they unveil one of the most unusual, long-running documentaries ever made, Netflix's "jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy." The new film draws on hundreds of hours of previously unseen footage, 20 years in the making, which began when Simmons decided to devote years to filming a then-unknown music producer. In one of the most extensive, in-depth interviews about the project, Simmons and Ozah talk with MSNBC anchor and music obsessive Ari Melber about Ye; his relationship with them, other artists and his mother Donda - whom they knew well; the complex backstory of the project; the racial dynamics that Ye faced in the industry; their discussions about Drake narrating the film; how anyone can tap the lessons of passion and a "genius" mindset; and, on a lighter note, the way a young Ye's retainers figured into his early years. Ye is a complex artist and person who has proven controversial, maddening, gifted, and inspiring to so many people around the world. This bonus podcast explores some of the reasons for that, with people who have studied his life and work.
8-3-2022 • 38 minuten, 43 seconden
BONUS: Legend George Clinton on politics, seeing UFOs, and playing funk in his 80s
In this bonus episode, P-Funk legend George Clinton joins MSNBC’s Ari Melber for an extended interview, discussing Cardi B, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg and sampling; performing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; art in the COVID era; delaying his retirement; advice on longevity in music and life; and an encounter that informs his belief that there is life beyond earth. The discussion was taped in June 2021, after Clinton played in Central Park in one of the first performances after the pandemic. This bonus episode also includes Melber's Fallback Friday conversations with Clinton.
12-11-2021 • 36 minuten, 58 seconden
BONUS: J Balvin on vaccines, surviving COVID, truth in music & new album 'Jose'
Grammy-winning Colombian artist J Balvin had an intense 2020 -- battling a severe COVID case that he says "almost killed" him; releasing a new album that went quadruple platinum and made him one of the most streamed artists of the year; beginning work on a new album "Jose" (Sept 2021); and continuing his advocacy for mental health and connecting with his growing global fan base. The Reggaeton icon opens up about all of it in this extensive, in-person interview with MSNBC anchor Ari Melber.
22-10-2021 • 23 minuten, 19 seconden
BONUS: Gary Vaynerchuk on crypto, hustling, and why his critics are wrong
Entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk sits down with MSNBC's Ari Melber in this extensive interview to discuss how he got his start, what it means to be an entrepreneur in the digital age, his thoughts on bitcoin, NFTs, social media -- and why he thinks the establishment will "never" love him. Note: This video contains some adult language.
20-10-2021 • 23 minuten, 5 seconden
BONUS: "Stomach-turning": MAGA riot’s confederate flag rebuked by Fran Lebowitz
Writer Fran Lebowitz applies her iconic candor and wit to the insurrection, voter suppression, feminism, the news media, comedy — and why she says she’s not a pessimist, despite her reputation— in this wide-ranging interview, a new installment of The Summit Series with Ari Melber, featuring discussions with leaders at the summit of their fields. The series debuted in 2021 with Melber’s interview with Bill Gates.
1-10-2021 • 43 minuten, 29 seconden
BONUS: Lil Baby on BLM, the trap, Drake, White House visit and his drawl
In an extensive interview from his Atlanta studio, Lil Baby talks about music, his signature "drawl," his approach to success, the trap, why he rarely orders platinum plaques for his hits and what it meant to make Barack Obama's playlist and meet with Vice President Kamala Harris. The 26-year-old talks with MSNBC anchor and music lover Ari Melber, and answers "lightning round" questions about what he thinks of artists like Drake, Jay Z, Young Thug and Diddy.
27-9-2021 • 38 minuten, 47 seconden
BONUS: Ending the Drug War & corporate robbery with Russ, hip hop's leading DIY artist
In this bonus edition of "The Beat's" podcast, rapper, singer and author Russ discusses music, creativity, business and independent thinking in a wide-ranging discussion for “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with leading artists, musicians and cultural icons. The two also discuss Russ’s marijuana business and related advocacy; his views on hip hop’s relationship with mafia films; controversies in the music industry from unfair contracts to alleged fake streaming; and several references to Russ’s lyrics also arise over the course of the conversation.
11-9-2021 • 1 uur, 1 minuut, 42 seconden
Bonus: "Strange Fruit": How Black Artists Defied U.S. Racism, Got It Right And Paid The Price
In a special in-depth report, Ari Melber goes through history and examines the way black artists and activists confronted racism and police brutality in their music and their own lives. Melber traces history from the works of Sam Cooke and Billie Holiday to N.W.A and 2Pac, and how many of their messages ring true today. Melber also looks at politicians who attacked these artists, demonizing their music and message. New York Congressman Hakeem Jeffries joins for a special conversation on the report.
12-7-2020 • 27 minuten, 26 seconden
BONUS: Playwright Jeremy O. Harris talks to Ari Melber from his lockdown pad in London
In this bonus podcast episode, Playwright Jeremy O. Harris talks with MSNBC's Ari Melber on Instagram live.
17-5-2020 • 47 minuten, 18 seconden
BONUS: MSNBC's Ari Melber sits down with Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson, Vic Mensa
This bonus podcast episode features Ari Melber's extended interviews with 50 Cent and Vic Mensa.
10-5-2020 • 59 minuten, 45 seconden
BONUS: Coronavirus pandemic in the United States
In this special report, MSNBC’s Ari Melber reports on Gates’ past warnings, his public health work, his repeated efforts to personally lobby Donald Trump on these issues, and potential implications for battling this pandemic – and the next one. Melber also reports on Dr. Fauci becoming a leader in the pandemic response, tips to combat the stress of coronavirus and talks with Grammy-nominated rapper Jeezy, who has released music for his fans to enjoy during the health crisis.
6-4-2020 • 46 minuten, 26 seconden
BONUS: DJ D-Nice and Melissa Etheridge encourage everyone to #StayHome to slow the spread of coronavirus
In this bonus podcast episode, DJ D-Nice joins MSNBC's Ari Melber to discuss his virtual party, "Club Quarantine," that has gone viral during the coronavirus social isolation period, gaining over 100 viewers. D-Nice talks teaming up with Michelle Obama to "party with a purpose."Grammy and Oscar winning singer Melissa Etheridge tells Ari about her daily concerts she is now streaming on Facebook as a way to improve her “own mental health,” while she also hopes it gives others a “feeling of connection” and an approach to healing during the public crisis.
31-3-2020 • 14 minuten, 3 seconden
BONUS: Coronavirus pandemic
In this bonus podcast episode, medial experts and doctors join MSNBC's Ari Melber to report on the latest impact of the novel coronavirus. Ari also talks to the first coronavirus vaccine patient, from Washington. "Art of the Deal" co-author Tony Schwartz discusses not being overcome by fear during our new reality.
23-3-2020 • 38 minuten, 46 seconden
BONUS: From Trump's desperation to Drake's 'blackness,' Joe Budden opens up in candid interview
In this extensive interview, rapper and new media entrepreneur Joe Budden talks to MSNBC’s Ari Melber about music, politics, race, the danger of secrets and the power of therapy and personal growth. Budden responds to several video clips, ranging from his early days in hip hop to greatest hits from his popular music show “The Joe Budden Podcast.” Melber and Budden also discuss Drake’s musical career, his verse in “Sicko Mode” about Kanye West and other recent comments; Donald Trump’s history as a sometime hip hop socialite and frequently name-checked character in songs; the evolving meaning of the term “For The Culture,” and whether Budden’s role in hi hop now focuses more on being a rapper or a media interviewer.
2-2-2020 • 26 minuten, 28 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber’s exclusive interviews with Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) and Dave Chappelle
In this special podcast episode, MSNBC’s Ari Melber sits down with Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) to discuss his favorite artists, some of his provocative lyrics and why Dave Chappelle is one of “his dearest friends for life.” We also dig into the archives from Ari’s 2018 interview with Dave Chappelle and then Maryland gubernatorial candidate Ben Jealous, to discuss why Chappelle decided to endorse a political candidate, followed by a deep analysis of Chappelle’s comedy in the Trump era.
12-1-2020 • 38 minuten, 41 seconden
BONUS: Full House to vote this week on impeaching Trump
MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber hosts "Impeachment: White House in Crisis"
16-12-2019 • 44 minuten, 48 seconden
BONUS: Impeachment Debate with Rep. Jeffries, Maya Wiley, Bush DOJ veteran and more
PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Ari Melber hosts a live podcast event in NY on the night the House Intelligence probe wrapped up its scheduled impeachment hearings, featuring analysis and debate of the new evidence, road ahead, and legal burden of proof required to vote to impeach the President. Ari is joined by House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries legal experts John Flannery, Maya Wiley, Berit Berger, and John Malcolm.
22-11-2019 • 1 uur, 40 minuten, 13 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber sits down with legendary group R.E.M. to discuss MONSTER, and secrets to music success without corporate compromises
In this bonus podcast episode, MSNBC's Ari Melber sits down with R.E.M.'s Michael Stipe and Mike Mills to reflect on the 25th anniversary of their acclaimed album "Monster." The two also tackle their battles with the music industry, the meaning behind some of their most famous lyrics and their national debut on David Letterman's show.
10-11-2019 • 23 minuten, 17 seconden
BONUS: Experts on if Trump could lead to Trump's removal from office
5-11-2019 • 44 minuten, 50 seconden
BONUS: Growing evidence in impeachment case as new witnesses testify
Ari Melber hosts a special series on MSNBC: 'Trump and Ukraine: The Impeachment Crisis'
21-10-2019 • 44 minuten, 15 seconden
BONUS: Honoring Biggie Smalls with Havoc, Ebro, Hakeem Jeffries, Ari Melber & more
In this special Beat podcast extra, anchor Ari Melber leads discussions to mark the 25th anniversary of "Ready to Die," the classic debut album by The Notorious B.I.G., which revitalized East Coast hip hop. Ari leads a discussion of Biggie's musical legacy with his collaborator Havoc (Mobb Deep); Lord Finesse, who produced the iconic final track on Ready to Die; and former Editor in Chief of The Source, Kim Osorio. Then Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Hot 97’s Ebro Darden talk to Ari about the wider issues of hip hop, politics and civil rights. Part two of the discussion also includes Jeffries and Darden discussing the potential impeachment of President Trump, how the 2016 Trump campaign stoked racial tensions to get elected, and challenges facing both the Republican and Democratic parties to address racial discrimination in national policy. This is a recording is of a public event in Brooklyn, N.Y., and includes some explicit language.
6-10-2019 • 1 uur, 19 minuten, 18 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber breaks down the federal case that can stop Trump's immigration plan in its tracks
MSNBC’s Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber reports on The Flores Agreement, a decades-old court settlement that is now more important than ever. The case controls how immigrant minors are treated in detention -- and is central to Trump’s family separation crisis. In this special report, Melber examines how Trump's immigration agenda is thwarted by this Clinton-era case, how Trump actually echoes Obama on the immigration ruling but differs on protecting human rights, and what Congress can do to reform the entire system.
22-9-2019 • 18 minuten, 40 seconden
Bonus: Mavericks with Ari Melber: Lee Daniels gets emotional over Halle Berry's historic oscar
In this bonus podcast, listen to Ari Melber's exclusive interviews with Hollywood director and producer Lee Daniels for Mavericks with Ari Melber – a series of in-depth conversations with artists, musicians and cultural icons.
15-9-2019 • 30 minuten, 40 seconden
BONUS: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert's Jon Batiste explains 'Make Jazz Great Again'
In this bonus episode, MSNBC's Ari Melber talks to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert's Jon Batiste to discuss his latest album, Anatomy of Angels: Live at the Village Vanguard. Batiste also opens up on working with Stevie Wonder, taking jazz from the streets of New Orleans to New York and growing up in New Orleans.
18-8-2019 • 11 minuten, 41 seconden
BONUS: White supremacy and terrorism in America
In this bonus podcast, listen to Ari Melber explore the the relationship between white supremacy and the rise of domestic terrorism in Ameirca
11-8-2019 • 31 minuten, 19 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber breaks down Mueller's historic testimony with Trump's personal lawyer
In this bonus podcast, listen to Ari Melber breaks down Mueller's historic testimony in front of Congress and discuss the next steps for the President with Trump's personal lawyer.
28-7-2019 • 19 minuten, 23 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber talks with fashion icons Dapper Dan and Andre Leon Talley
In this bonus podcast, listen to Ari Melber's exclusive interviews with Dapper Dan and Andre Leon Talley.
21-7-2019 • 40 minuten, 43 seconden
BONUS: Dapper Dan talks to Ari Melber on MSNBC’s "Uncorked"
In this week's episode of "Uncorked," fashion icon Dapper Dan joins Ari Melber to discuss his influence on culture and his new book, "Dapper Dan: Made in Harlem: A Memoir."
14-7-2019 • 19 minuten, 16 seconden
BONUS: Vic Mensa on Trump's relationship with hip hop
Ari talks with Chicago musician Vic Mensa about Trump, child separation, and guns in America. Later, an exclusive discussion of the arch of Donald Trump's relationship with hip hop.
30-6-2019 • 24 minuten, 16 seconden
Uncorked: An Ari Melber Extra featuring George Packer
Award-winning writer George Packer on being backstage with Obama, U.S. diplomacy, and his new book, “Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century,” about the controversial career and rocky life of the legendary diplomat.
23-6-2019 • 53 minuten, 21 seconden
BONUS: Nadler on Mueller, Trump open to collusion
This week, Ari interviews House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler about getting Mueller to testify, and Trump admits that he is open to foreign assistance in the 2020 election.
16-6-2019 • 1 uur
BONUS: Democrats debate impeachment
This week, the debate about whether Democrats should begin impeachment hearings for Trump is coming to a head as Democrats go on offense against Trump’s stonewalling. Also, a new book delves into the chaos and “psychodrama” of the Trump White House and purports to quote secret memos from within Mueller’s team.
9-6-2019 • 56 minuten, 11 seconden
BONUS: Mueller resigns with historic statement
Special Counsel Robert Mueller resigns from the DOJ speaks publicly for the first time in nearly two years. In his prepared statement, Mueller declares only Congress may “accuse” President Trump of wrongdoing, essentially handing off any next steps to Congress. Mueller also downplays testifying before Congress. Lastly, AG Barr and the Trump administration responds to Mueller’s public statement.
2-6-2019 • 34 minuten, 31 seconden
BONUS: Extended interview with Kamala Harris
Presidential candidate and Senator Kamala Harris is launching a new plan to close the gender wage gap, that would force corporations to prove they are paying equally across genders or face strict fines from the federal government. In a new interview with MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent, Ari Melber, Harris also discusses the Mueller report and Trump’s Attorney General Bill Barr, noting Barr “has clearly demonstrated his bias in favor of the President and not in favor of Justice.”
Plus, listen to Harris' first interview on "The Beat", recorded in 2017.
26-5-2019 • 31 minuten
BONUS: Ari Melber's extended interview with 6 members of Wu-Tang Clan
In this extended 2019 interview with Wu-Tang Clan members Ghostface Killah, RZA, Masta Killa, U-God, Inspectah Deck and Cappadonna, MSNBC host Ari Melber asks them about their music, their interest in chess and martial arts films, politics in the age of Trump, and how they look at music and life after 25 years together. RZA brings up J. Cole’s middle child to discuss the different generations in hip hop, and several of the artists discuss how music can be a form of therapy for young people who don’t otherwise “have an outlet for anger, frustration, emotions, sadness.” This interview is a digital exclusive that was part of Wu-Tang Clan’s 2019 appearance on “The Beat with Ari Melber,” an MSNBC show coveting news, politics and culture, which included another segment that aired on TV.
19-5-2019 • 31 minuten, 36 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber explains the Mueller report
In this bonus podcast episode, listen to Ari Melber's reporting and analysis on the Mueller report, including a special break down of the two paths forward, outlined by Mueller in the Russia probe report and why Mueller may have referred to both the Congressional power of impeachment and the possibility for former Presidents to be indicted. Plus, listen to Ari Melber's interview with former Acting Solicitor General, Neal Katyal, who wrote the DOJ rules governing a Special Counsel and why he believes Trump is worse than Nixon. Then, a break down of how Trump’s Attorney General Bill Barr was busted for misleading the public.
28-4-2019 • 52 minuten, 24 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber panel at 92Y
Mueller did “not exonerate” Trump, so what should Congress do? CNN’s Jeffrey Toobin, ABC’s Sunny Hostin & NBC’s Ari Melber discuss in rare joint appearance.
Two crucial questions facing the Mueller Report are: How much evidence of obstruction does it detail against Trump, and what – if anything – should Congress do about it? Some of the top legal analysts from several networks tackle these questions in a rare joint appearance hosted by the 92nd Street Y Community Center in Manhattan, held in the crucial period between Mueller finishing the Russia probe and the DOJ releasing a redacted version of his report. The discussion is divided into four parts: What is known based on Mueller’s indictments; what is known about the report (before its released); what is known based on the conduct of Pres. Trump and A.G. Bill Barr; and how the “narrators” in the press and online have shaped public understanding of the Mueller probe. The event was led by MSNBC Anchor and Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber.
14-4-2019 • 1 uur, 21 minuten, 28 seconden
BONUS: Jeru The Damaja & Just Blaze
In this exclusive podcast, listen to Ari Melber's interviews with hip hop legends, rapper Jeru the Damaja and producer Just Blaze. Brooklyn rapper Jeru The Damaja talks about coming up with Notorious B.I.G. in the 1990s -- shooting down rumors he was criticizing the late artist in his songs knocking materialistic rap – and lists off his top favorite MCs of all time. Just Blaze discusses his career working with top artists like Jay-Z, Beyonce, Kendrick Lamar and more.
7-4-2019 • 32 minuten, 17 seconden
BONUS: Exclusive reporting on Mueller probe
In this bonus podcast episode, listen to MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent, Ari Melber's reporting an analysis from the week Mueller's Russia probe came to an end and Trump's Attorney General Bill Barr released his summary of the report. Former Attorney General Eric Holder tells Melber he believes Barr has handled the report in the "wrong" way. Plus, in an interview on the first working day after Barr's summary was released, Melber interview's President Trump's personal lawyer and presses him on what "no exoneration" means.
31-3-2019 • 49 minuten, 50 seconden
BONUS: Fmr. SDNY Chiefs say a President can be indicted
In this exclusive extra podcast, listen to Ari Melber's extended interviews with two former U.S. Attorneys for the Southern District of New York, Preet Bharara and Benito Romano. Plus, in a special report, Melber, examines how despite claims that the Russia probe is a “witch-hunt”, Bob Mueller has proven to be one of the fastest and most effective Special Counsels in U.S. history, racking up indictments at the fastest pace since Watergate.
24-3-2019 • 1 uur, 7 minuten, 22 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber on the Mueller probe: The system worked
The Mueller probe has ended and Special Counsel Mueller has filed his report with Attorney General Bill Barr. MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent, Ari Melber, breaks down what we know about the report so far and speaks to experts including two Members of Congress to learn more. House Intelligence Chair Adam Schiff responds to the news for the first time on "The Beat", telling Melber, AG Barr mus "live up to the commitment to be as transparent as possible" and release the report. Senator Richard Blumenthal says Congress must "subpoena the facts and evidence" including Grand Jury material if necessary.
22-3-2019 • 59 minuten, 26 seconden
BONUS: Tee Grizzley & exclusive reporting on Stormy Daniels story
In this exclusive bonus podcast, listen to Ari Melber's interview with rapper Tee Grizzley. Plus exclusive reporting from "The Beat" this week, Ari Melber learned House Oversight Committee chairman Elijah Cummings is requesting documents from former Fox News reporter Diana Falzone., who alleges the network buried the Stormy Daniels story before the 2016 election.
17-3-2019 • 50 minuten, 50 seconden
BONUS: Extended interviews with Elizabeth Warren & John Turturro
In this exclusive bonus podcast episode, listen to Ari Melber's extended interview with actor John Turturro from HBO's "The Night Of"., a fun interview with designer Isaac Mizrahi and NBC's Craig Melvin. Plus, Melber's extended interview with 2020 Candidate, Senator Elizabeth Warren.
10-3-2019 • 44 minuten, 58 seconden
BONUS: The Breakfast Club
In this series of extended special interviews, MSNBC anchor Ari Melber talks to all three Breakfast Club hosts about their favorite and wildest interviews - from Diddy to Dick Gregory - whether hip hop helped Barack Obama become President, how prison impacted Meek Mill and how the hosts try to get interviews subjects to open up. The popular radio show’s hosts also respond to a Fox News attack on Sen. Kamala Harris for a moment from an interview with her, when she discussed smoking pot in college and what type of rap she listens to now. DJ Envy tells MSNBC anchor Ari Melber that the right wing attacks on Harris’s comments were “absolutely, positively lies.”
3-3-2019 • 32 minuten, 59 seconden
BONUS: Extended interview with Andrew McCabe
In a news-making interview with MSNBC Chief Legal Correspondent Ari Melber, former acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe details a secret, never-released letter by Trump linking the firing of James Comey to Russia; explains what he thinks the “worst thing” Trump has done in office; previews the impending Mueller Report; discusses whether Rod Rosenstein wrote a misleading memo to justify Trump firing James Comey and -- under persistent questioning -- McCabe goes farther than he did in his book to acknowledge his own “mistakes” in the Clinton email investigation. 30.10 - Listen to Mother Jones' David Corn's reaction and analysis to the interview.34.00 - Listen to Ari Melber's analysis of McCabe's firing in 2018, when it happened.
24-2-2019 • 40 minuten, 24 seconden
BONUS: Anti-abortion ruing boomerangs on Sen. Susan Collins
In this bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber report on how the Supreme Court is effectively one vote away from eliminating access to abortion and how Senator Susan Collins, despite claiming to be a “pro-choice moderate” who supports Roe vs. Wade, has voted to confirm three Justices who just voted to limit a key abortion protection.
17-2-2019 • 10 minuten
BONUS: Nancy Pelosi's viral "clap back"
In this week's exclusive extra, listen to Ari Melber's reporting from Trump's State of the Union and Democrat Stacey Abrams' response. Plus, comedian Sinbad joins to discuss Nancy Pelosi's viral "clap back" during Trump's address!
10-2-2019 • 16 minuten, 48 seconden
BONUS: Extended interview with Royce da 5'9"
0.00 - In this bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber's extended conversation with legendary rapper and hip hop artist, Royce da 5'9", discussing his childhood, hip hop’s historic relationship with Trump, working with Eminem and why he believes his new song “Cocaine” is the “most important” on the album.9.00 - Catch Ari Melber's break down of a job crisis within the Trump White House: proof that the Trump administration struggles to hire and keep White House employees.
3-2-2019 • 11 minuten, 36 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber interviews 4 key Mueller witnesses
In this bonus podcast, listen to Ari Melber's entire unprecedented exclusive interview with 4 key witnesses involved in Bob Mueller’s Russia probe. The witnesses – Jerome Corsi, Sam Nunberg, Michael Caputo and Carter Page – are each linked to President Trump, are each directly involved in the Russia probe and have each given testimony to Federal investigators. Topics in the wide-ranging interview included Roger Stone, Trump Tower Moscow, the question of Russian collusion and possible additional indictments.
27-1-2019 • 40 minuten, 30 seconden
BONUS: Women in Congress
In this exclusive podcast episode, listen to Ari Melber's midterms panel with 8 women candidates from both sides of the aisle running for Congress, plus more from his catch up with four of those candidates - three of whom are now starting their first terms in Congress!
20-1-2019 • 32 minuten, 30 seconden
BONUS: The Office that could threaten Trump more than Mueller.
In this bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber's special report on the Federal Office that could pose a bigger threat to Trump's interests than even the Mueller probe. Plus, hear from two people who used to work with Trump, give their insight into his personality and business acumen. Trump's "Art of the Deal" co-author, Tony Schwartz, tells Ari Melber: "As a Dealmaker, he is really one of the worst I've ever come across".
13-1-2019 • 26 minuten, 22 seconden
BONUS: Trump gets destroyed over broken promise that Mexico would fund wall.
In this weekend bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber break down how Trump is violating his own campaign promise by shutting down the Government over border wall funding. Melber walks through how Trump promised that Mexico would pay for the wall and is now breaking his pledge and trying to pass on the bill to U.S. taxpayers. Melber also walks through how Trump’s entire career was built on selling the hoax of “something for nothing” and this same pattern is now being politicized through the border wall funding battle.
6-1-2019 • 8 minuten, 40 seconden
BONUS: A$AP Ferg on trapping, hustling, drugs and why rap beefs "aren't real"
In a bonus podcast episode, listen to Ari Melber's conversation with rapper A$AP Ferg. Ferg talks to MSNBC anchor Ari Melber about music, trapping, hustling, criminal justice and what many people don’t understand about rap beefs -- including the long-running feud between Drake and Pusha T. He also discusses how artists can best push for criminal justice reform, including addressing reports that Meek Mill considered meeting with the Trump administration about reform. Ferg also opens up about his mother’s advice to avoid drugs. Following that, stay tuned for a special edition of "Fallback" with SNL's Chris Redd and the Today Show's Craig Melvin, calling out who or what they think needs to fall back for the whole of 2018.
30-12-2018 • 16 minuten, 39 seconden
BONUS: Ari, Maya Wiley, Nick Akerman holiday special
Listen to Ari Melber discuss how the Mueller probe progressed in 2018 and what will be the key issues in 2019 with friends of "The Beat", attorney Maya Wiley and Watergate Prosecutor Nick Akerman. Wiley and Akerman also talk about a whirlwind year of being regular guests on cable news as legal analysts. Wiley dishes on how getting recognized on the street in New York, being followed on Twitter by musician Vince Staples and having Cher call her a "queen" has made her kids respect her more!
23-12-2018 • 9 minuten, 20 seconden
BONUS: House of Cards actor Boris McGiver
In this exclusive extra podcast, listen to Ari Melber's extended interview with House of Cards actor Boris McGiver, where they discuss the latest season of the hit Netflix show, filming a scene with MSNBC's Rachel Maddow and his acting process, including working with directors like Steven Spielberg.
9-12-2018 • 21 minuten, 43 seconden
BONUS: Full interview with Mueller witness Jerome Corsi
In this week's bonus episode, listen to Ari Melber's entire blockbuster interview with Jerome Corsi, a key witness in the Mueller probe and an associate of Roger Stone. Corsi admits to Melber that he lied to Congress, that he tried to get stolen Clinton emails back to the Trump campaign in 2016, that he “absolutely” intended to help the Trump campaign by doing so, that he told Roger Stone about John Podesta’s emails and that his lawyers are still communicating with Trump’s legal team “as if” there is a joint legal defense. Ari Melber also presses Corsi on being a leader of the “birther movement” which Ari describes as a “total and complete lie” and asks him whether he is auditioning for a Trump pardon by bringing the subject of pardons up during the interview.
2-12-2018 • 22 minuten, 39 seconden
BONUS: The Mueller probe and the blue wave
In this special podcast extra, listen to some of the biggest Mueller probe stories over the past week. With Democrats taking control of the House after the midterm blue wave, Ari Melber examines how the shift in power could have wider implications for President Trump, his associates and the probe.
18-11-2018 • 54 minuten, 16 seconden
BONUS: Ari Melber and Lawrence O'Donnell on midterm blue wave
Listen to Ari Melber bust the myth of a "divided" electorate in this week's bonus episode, showing how the 2018 midterm election was the largest "blue wave" in 40 years. Lawrence O'Donnell also joins for this week's extra, to discuss America's growing Democracy deficit and how the media should never forgive itself for failing to adequately call out Trump's birther movement as a lie.
11-11-2018 • 16 minuten, 1 seconde
BONUS: Ari, Maya Wiley and Liz Plank at 92nd Street Y
Listen to Ari Melber, Maya Wiley and Liz Plank's full conversation at the 92nd Street Y in New York, where they discussed the upcoming midterm elections, the Russia probe, how media companies cover the Trump administration and more!
4-11-2018 • 1 uur, 1 minuut, 31 seconden
BONUS: Stories you may have missed this week
Ari Melber breaks down some of the most important stories from last week, including a bombshell "New York Times" report about President Trump is using a personal iPhone that has been hacked by Russian and Chinese spies (0.00). Next, is Ari's breakdown of how Obamacare is now apparently so successful, that Republicans are running on parts of it ahead of the midterms, even though they voted to repeal it (7.15). Finally, Ari's interview with lead MC of "The Roots", discussing criminal justice reform (15.15).
28-10-2018 • 20 minuten, 18 seconden
BONUS: Extended interview with Pulitzer Prize winner, Alice Walker
In a podcast exclusive, listen to Ari Melber's extended interview with Pulitzer Prize winning author, Alice Walker. Walker learns for the first time during the interview that hip hop artist Kendrick Lamar quoted her lyrics in the song "Alright" and says she believes President Trump has "an inferiority complex", particularly when it comes to former President Barack Obama.
21-10-2018 • 12 minuten, 36 seconden
BONUS: Extended interview with 50 Cent
This week's special bonus episode features Ari Melber's entire extended interview with legendary hip hop artist, 50 Cent, including more of the discussion that what aired on TV. Plus, a special behind-the-scenes conversation about young artists and his relationship with Tekashi69.
7-10-2018 • 23 minuten, 56 seconden
BONUS: The Brett Kavanaugh hearings
Ari Melber walks through the key points of Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation process and breaks down what the public learned about Kavanaugh's character in his latest testimony before the Senate.
30-9-2018 • 27 minuten, 39 seconden
BONUS: John Kerry and Will.i.am
Listen to more from Ari Melber's interviews with former Secretary of State, John Kerry and musician Will.i.am from "The Black Eyed Peas".
23-9-2018 • 22 minuten, 38 seconden
BONUS: Why Paul Manafort pleaded guilty and flipped
President Trump’s former campaign chair, Paul Manafort, has flipped, pleading guilty in the Mueller probe and agreeing to cooperate fully with prosecutors. Manafort is the highest-ranking former Trump official to plead guilty and was involved in the infamous 2016 Trump Tower meeting with Russians. Listen to the top reporting and analysis from "The Beat" this week, to understand how this story unfolded.
Trump's nominee for the Supreme Court, Brett Kavanaugh, faced fiery hearings in Washington D.C. Listen to more of Ari Melber's reporting from Capitol Hill and analysis from Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Legal Defense Fund's Sherrilyn Ifill, President of Naral, Ilsye Hogue and NPR's Nina Totenberg
9-9-2018 • 15 minuten, 47 seconden
BONUS: Full extended interview with Sen. Elizabeth Warren
In this week's podcast extra, listen to Ari Melber's full extended interview with Senator Elizabeth Warren, where they discussed Sen. Warren's plan to take on corruption in politics, why she believes the Trump administration is "the most corrupt administration in living memory", what can be done to help Puerto Rico alleviate the debt crisis and the guilty plea and conviction of Trump associates Michael Cohen and Paul Manafort.
2-9-2018 • 14 minuten, 26 seconden
BONUS: Steve Bannon's full interview with Ari Melber
In an exclusive interview, Steve Bannon sits down one-on-one with Ari Melber for his first ever interview on MSNBC. Bannon outlined, among other subjects: his new plans for the midterm elections and why he thinks impeachment is on the ballot; why he is critical of parts of the Trump administration’s economic program; his views of Bob Mueller and the Russia probe; his thoughts on Trump’s gender gap with women voters; and his opinion of the president’s response to the 2017 Charlottesville riot. During the interview, Bannon said for the first time that he has raised over $5 million for his midterm effort, confirmed he did sign an N.D.A. for Trump (but was not paid for it), and that it would be a problem if Donald Trump did know about the Trump Tower meeting in advance.
18-8-2018 • 55 minuten, 32 seconden
BONUS: Julian Assange associate Randy Credico's journey to a Mueller probe subpoena
This week "The Beat" reported exclusively that Special Counsel Mueller planned to subpoena Julian Assange associate, Randy Credico. In today's podcast bonus episode, Ari Melber examines Credico's news-making appearances on the show, from describing Mueller's agents confronting him in New York, to revealing that Julian Assange was "ready" to meet with Rep. Adam Schiff.
12-8-2018 • 45 minuten, 42 seconden
BONUS: Trump "Art of the Deal" co-author, Tony Schwartz
In this bonus episode, listen exclusively to Ari Melber's extended interviews with Trump's "Art of the Deal" co-author Tony Schwartz, recorded as part of a new series on the show called "State of Mind", where we dig into deeper issues of emotion, mental health and happiness particularly as they intersect with politics.
5-8-2018 • 13 minuten, 44 seconden
BONUS: ‘The Beat’ anniversary special with Michael Avenatti and Liz Plank
Ari Melber reflects on the first year of ‘The Beat’ on MSNBC with regular guests and friends of the show, Attorney Michael Avenatti and Vox Media’s Liz Plank. Michael Avenatti goes into more detail about his relationship with the media, why he is following Donald Trump’s lead in communicating with people through social media and why he’s not ruling out running for office. Liz Plank also comments on how both Democrats and the media must look to the success of candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez who defeated incumbent Rep. Joe Crowley in a New York primary and the particular way they use social media to reach voters.
29-7-2018 • 19 minuten, 3 seconden
BONUS: Ex-Fox analyst Ret. Col. Ralph Peters calls Trump a "slave" of Putin
In this bonus episode, listen to two interviews with Ret. Col. Ralph Peters, who has worked against the Russian military and who quit Fox News over its coverage of President Trump. Peters explains why he views Trump's actions at his summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin as "treason" and examines the impact Fox News has had on being a "propaganda machine" for Trump.
22-7-2018 • 14 minuten, 8 seconden
BONUS: Michael Avenatti extended interview
In a podcast exclusive, hear an extended version of Ari Melber's latest interview with lawyer Michael Avenatti, including his response to Michael Cohen hiring Clinton loyalist, Lanny Davis as his lawyer. Plus, hear more from a previous interview, where Michael Avenatti first discussed his view that Michael Cohen would flip.
15-7-2018 • 19 minuten, 37 seconden
BONUS: Law & Order star Sam Waterston talks to Ari Melber about defending Mueller
In this podcast exclusive, hear Ari Melber's extended conversation with Law & Order star Sam Waterston, where they discussed Waterston's campaign to defend Special counsel Mueller and the Russia probe, how he's following in his father's footsteps by launching the effort and how he channelled what people want out of the justice system in the way he played his role.
1-7-2018 • 9 minuten, 36 seconden
BONUS: Dave Chappelle talks to Ari Melber about why he’s getting into politics for the first time
Comedian Dave Chappelle is getting personally involved in politics for the first time in his career, by endorsing his friend and candidate for Governor of Maryland, Ben Jealous. Chappelle and Jealous join Ari Melber to discuss Trump, Chappelle’s Emmy award-winning SNL monologue and why he’s endorsing a candidate for the first time.
24-6-2018 • 23 minuten, 18 seconden
BONUS: Ari talks NFL protests, racism in the Trump era & music in an extended discussion with Hot 97 DJs Ebro Darden, Peter Rosenberg and Laura Stylez
In a special edition of “The Beat” Ari Melber speaks with hosts from Hot 97, the no. 1 hip hop radio in New York. The hosts debate the biggest stories in politics and hip hop, including Trump’s obsession with rap artists and how hip hop music responds to American issues like gun violence and criminal justice. Ebro breaks down the controversy surrounding NFL players kneeling during the national album, noting the acceptance of black men using “their bodies to entertain" but not to advocate for their communities.