Episodes

  • Trump & 'DOGE' picks say they won't respect Congress' budget despite that not being constitutional

    Trump & 'DOGE' picks say they won't respect Congress' budget despite that not being constitutional
    Nov 26 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid examines Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, and their billionaire allies, whose government efficiency commission promises to reward themselves while everyday Americans face the hardships Musk admits will result from their budget cuts. Meanwhile, Democrats are being urged to confront the real reasons behind their election losses, as nearly three weeks post-election, the facts are finally coming into focus. Listen now.
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    42 mins
  • Spotlight now on other controversial Trump Cabinet picks after Gaetz withdrawal

    Spotlight now on other controversial Trump Cabinet picks after Gaetz withdrawal
    Nov 23 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with how Pam Bondi, Donald Trump’s new pick for Attorney General following the Gaetz implosion, is revealed to have been at the forefront of pushing Trump’s 2020 election lies, with new reports indicating that he is still not ready to move on from that loss. Meanwhile, Trump’s claims of ignorance about the extreme and unpopular Project 2025 are contradicted, as it is now confirmed to be a significant part of his agenda for the next four years.
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    42 mins
  • Trump loses first cabinet battle

    Trump loses first cabinet battle
    Nov 22 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid reminds us that yesterday was supposed to be a "great day" for Matt Gaetz, but it seems it was not so great after all. He is already Donald Trump’s former pick for attorney general, with Trump announcing a new choice just tonight. Meanwhile, more details are emerging about Pete Hegseth and other Trump nominees who have faced multiple sexual misconduct allegations. Plus, newly uncovered audio reveals that before embracing MAGA, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. approved of comparing Trump to Hitler and described Trump’s base as "belligerent idiots." Listen now.
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    42 mins
  • Trump's underqualified cabinet picks to have outsized influence over government

    Trump's underqualified cabinet picks to have outsized influence over government
    Nov 21 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid discusses how Donald Trump may not have violent mobs this time, but he is completely ignoring the rules for the handover of power as he assembles what can only be described as a reality show administration, featuring Dr. Oz, the wrestling lady, the guy from the Fox weekend comfy couch, and even someone from MTV. Plus, Joy brings you our guide to navigating autocracy, with a focus on how women should begin preparing for the serious challenges looming over the next four years.
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    42 mins
  • Trump is now receiving intelligence briefings

    Trump is now receiving intelligence briefings
    Nov 20 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut: Trump ally Steve Bannon escalates his calls for revenge and retribution, targeting General Mark Milley while urging the Trump administration to imprison Attorney General Merrick Garland and special counsel Jack Smith. Meanwhile, Republicans are pushing legislation that would allow Trump to shut down nonprofits he opposes, raising serious concerns about the future of these organizations under his potential leadership. Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.
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    42 mins
  • Demand grows for release of Matt Gaetz ethics report

    Demand grows for release of Matt Gaetz ethics report
    Nov 19 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut, we lead with the fact that, two women, through their lawyer, allege that they informed the House Ethics Committee that Donald Trump's attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz paid them for sex, including one claim involving a then-17-year-old girl—but will this ethics report ever surface? Meanwhile, Trump continues his "retribution tour," targeting military officers, broadcasters, and others he views as adversaries. Plus, we explore the massive migration of Twitter/X users to Bluesky, marking one of the most significant shifts in social media history.
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    42 mins
  • Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence has no intel experience

    Trump's pick for Director of National Intelligence has no intel experience
    Nov 16 2024
    Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid and her expert guests examine the dramatic turnaround of one-time Trump critics who have now become his most devoted supporters, aligning their ambitions with his rising political star. Meanwhile, alarm is growing over the questionable qualifications of individuals Trump has chosen for critical positions, with the selection of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence causing particular concern within the intelligence community. Listen now.
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    43 mins
  • Listen to “Kamala: Next in Line”

    Listen to “Kamala: Next in Line”
    Oct 9 2024

    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!
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    10 mins