The new Supreme Leader of Iran vows to fight on, saying the Strait of Hormuz must remain closed. Then, the price of oil spikes as stocks drop: what the economic fallout from the war means for Americans. Plus, urgency over the DHS shutdown ramps up as lines grow at airports and the Iran war continues. Marc Santia, Peter Baker, David Drucker, Tom Nichols, Ron Insana, Dan Dicker, Miles Taylor and Vittoria Elliott join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts w...
Mar 13, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260313
On tonight’s Nightcap: More conflicting messages from the White House as the Iran war continues. Then, countries agree to historic release of stockpiled oil to ease energy costs. Plus, how the war is going to hit your wallet beyond just gas. David Rohde, John Avlon, David Gura, Joel Payne, and John Bartman join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...
Mar 12, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260313
New reporting on Trump’s advisers pushing him to find an exit ramp in Iran as U.S. casualties rise and airstrikes ramp up. Then, another volatile day for stocks and oil as the Energy Secretary posts incorrect information on the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Ali Velshi joins to break down the results of Georgia's special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene as two candidates advance to the April 7 runoff. Alex Ward, Daniella Diaz, Dave Weigel, Brendan Greeley, Dan Nathan, Ali Velshi, and Ken Voge...
Mar 11, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260311
Oil prices soar worldwide as the war in Iran drags into a second week. Then, mixed messaging as the President says the fighting will be over “very soon,” but also says the U.S. is “going to go further”. Plus, Anthropic takes the Trump administration to court after getting blacklisted for refusing to gut its own AI safeguards. Ron Insana, Peter Goodman, Susan Glasser, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Marc Short, and Jake Ward join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcas...
Mar 10, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260309
Trump demands Iran’s unconditional surrender as airstrikes widen in the region, new reports of a secret DEA investigation into Epstein and his associates, and oil prices surge and stocks fall after a tough jobs report. David Rohde, Miles Taylor, Akayla Gardner, Fmr. Amb. Daniel Shapiro, Jason Leopold, Ron Insana, Bill Cohan, and Jon Meacham join the 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simpl...
Mar 07, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260307
The war in Iran continues as Trump says he should play a role in picking the country’s new leader. Then, Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin to take her place. Plus, stocks are down and gas prices are up as the economy faces a new reality with the war in Iran. Peter Baker, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, David Drucker, Carol Leonnig, John Harwood, Justin Wolfers, and Richard Stengel join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS p...
Mar 06, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260305
America’s war on Iran spreads across the region as NATO shoots down a missile headed towards Turkey, and the U.S. sinks an Iranian ship near Sri Lanka – Trump says the Navy could escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz – & big developments in the Epstein investigation as Pam Bondi is subpoenaed to testify about her handling of the case. Jeff Mason, Ivo Daalder, Paul Rieckhoff, David Gura, Philip Bump, McKay Coppins, and Larry Sabato join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to t...
Mar 06, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260304
America enters day four at war with Iran, as the White House says “the hardest hits are yet to come”. Oil prices spike as the war effectively stops shipping through the Strait of Hormuz; what that means for gas prices in the U.S. Plus, the view from inside Iran, what we’re hearing after the Ayatollah’s death. David Rohde, Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, Susan Glasser, Michael Crowley, Clayton Siegle, Ron Insana, Caroline Modarressy-Tehrani, and Tony Plohetski join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To lis...
Mar 03, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260303
Stephanie Ruhle anchors breaking news coverage of the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. House Democrats are preparing an immediate vote on a War Powers Resolution to challenge the administration's "unconstitutional" use of force and reassert Congress's exclusive authority to declare war. This episode aired on March 1, 2026 at 9 pm. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com fo...
Mar 02, 2026•41 min•Ep. 2501225
Iran has retaliated against regional US bases, leading to the first American casualties and a 10% surge in global oil prices. While President Trump is publicly calling for the Iranian people and military to topple the remaining regime, he faces mounting criticism from Congress and national security experts over the lack of a clear strategic endgame or constitutional authorization for the war. This episode aired on March 1, 2026 at 8 pm. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, s...
Mar 02, 2026•43 min•Ep. 2501224
Fmr. President Bill Clinton questioned before the House Oversight Committee about Epstein, the midterms officially kick off next week with primaries in three key states but all eyes are on Texas’ crowded primaries – & FCC Chair envisions a “Patriotic Program” for America’s 250 birthday. On tonight’s Nightcap: Philip Bump, Basil Smikle, Kristy Greenberg, and Anthony Fisher join The 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premiu...
Feb 28, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260227
Hillary Clinton testifies behind closed doors about Jeffrey Epstein and accuses Republicans of attempting to distract from Donald Trump. Then, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries joins to talk about Trump's affordability “pivot”. Plus, Paramount appears to win the battle for Warner Brothers Discovery as Netflix drops its bid. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Sabrina Siddiqui, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Gillian Tett, Max Chafkin, and Joyce Vance join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show an...
Feb 27, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260226
On tonight’s Nightcap: The Epstein investigation continues as it’s revealed missing DOJ files contain interviews with an alleged Trump accuser. Plus, Bill Gates apologizes to his foundation staff for his ties to Epstein. Then, Trump's messaging on the economy during his State of the Union. And the U.S. men’s hockey team gets a White House welcome amid backlash over the team’s locker room call with the President. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium...
Feb 26, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260225
The President faces falling poll numbers and a big decision on Iran as he prepares for his State of the Union address– then, he announces new “temporary” tariffs after the Supreme Court rules against him – & he says Netflix should “fire” Susan Rice or “pay the consequences.” Luke Broadwater, Dave Weigel, Alex Ward, Susan Glasser, Mark Joseph Stern, John Harwood, Bharat Ramamurti, and Michael McFaul join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads...
Feb 24, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260224
The Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s tariffs as he vows to work around the ruling, what an affordability crisis means for the midterms, and new fallout from the Epstein files in the U.S. and abroad. On tonight’s Nightcap: Jim Acosta, Reed Galen, Ron Insana, Catherine Christian join the 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf...
Feb 21, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260220
Former Prince Andrew 'released under investigation' after UK police arrested him. Then, Trump declares that he's "won affordability," but do Americans think so? And one journalist reports on troubling conduct within ICE and Border Patrol agencies. Peter Baker, Mark Leibovich, Greg Bluestein, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, Garrett Graff, and Gen. Barry McCaffrey join the 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podca...
Feb 20, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260220
Billionaire businessman Lex Wexner sits for a closed-door deposition with Congress as part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Then, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg testifies in a landmark trial challenging big tech. Plus, major headlines on Trump’s family crypto business have us asking once again is the White House for sale? On tonight’s Nightcap: Philip Bump, John Della Volpe, Charles Coleman Jr, and Tim O’Brien join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to th...
Feb 19, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260218
Stephen Colbert called out CBS for bowing to FCC pressure and pulling an interview with a Democratic lawmaker. Meanwhile, Congress is set to depose the former CEO of Victoria's Secret over his ties to Epstein. Then, major price hikes are on the way, as companies big and small blame high tariffs. Plus, Meta’s Zuckerberg is set to take the stand in a landmark trial looking to hold big tech accountable for harming kids. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Sam Stein, Brendan Greeley, Jeff Horwitz, Natas...
Feb 18, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260217
Growing outrage as the AG Pam Bondi tells Congress that all of the Epstein files have been released. Then, no signs of compromise to end the partial government shutdown, as thousands of workers face more financial uncertainty. Plus, Fmr. President Barack Obama gives his first public response to racist video posted by Trump. Symone Sanders Townsend hosts. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compan...
Feb 17, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260217
Funding for DHS runs out at midnight, Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathryn Ruemmler departs amid reported ties to Epstein, and Attorney confirms Mark Zuckerberg to go to trial Wednesday. Laura Baron Lopez, David Rohde, McKay Coppins, Ron Insana, Bill Cohan, Jake Ward, and Father James Martin join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa...
Feb 14, 2026•46 min•Ep. 260215
The White House says the ICE surge in Minneapolis is ending; the DOJ logs lawmakers’ search history in the unredacted Epstein files, and now they’re demanding answers; & House Republicans pass a strict proof-of-citizenship requirement. Peter Baker, Sabrina Saddiqui, David Drucker, Joyce Vance, Brendan Greeley, John Harwood, and Larry Sabato join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by...
Feb 13, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260211
“MS NOW Presents: Clock It” is an invitation to the liveliest and most informed groupchat in your feed. Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels are long-time political powerhouses. And they understand more than most how culture influences politics, and the role politics plays in culture. On “Clock It,” they’re helping you put your finger on the pulse of the hottest political gossip and their off-air conversations too colorful for TV. In the first episode of their new show, “Clock It,” they’re...
Feb 12, 2026•6 min
On tonight’s midweek Nightcap: Attorney General Pam Bondi goes on the attack during testimony before the House Judiciary Committee about the Epstein investigation. Then, Olympic athletes speak out against the Trump administration's actions in Minnesota. Plus, what will artificial intelligence really mean for the future of work? Evan McMorris-Santoro, Pablo Torre, Steve Liesman, and Josh Tyrangiel join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, s...
Feb 12, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260211
Top immigration officials testify before the House as Democrats push for answers after the fatal shooting of two U.S. citizens during ICE operations in Minneapolis. Then, new details in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faces calls to resign over his contact with Jeffrey Epstein. Marc Santia, Alex Tabet, Tom Manger, Rob D'Amico, Jeff Mason, Sam Stein, John Sandweg, and Lisa Rubin join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night. To listen to this show and other MS pod...
Feb 11, 2026•44 min•Ep. 260210
Lawmakers review the uncensored Epstein files; what they say they saw in the documents. Then, Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the fifth at a House deposition. Also, new reporting on how Trump allies are turbocharging fundraising for facetime with the President. Plus, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear talks fighting against any attempts at election interference by the White House. Luke Broadwater, Leigh Ann Caldwell, Susan Glasser, Dan Nathan, Brooke Masters, Gov. Andy Beshear, and Ken Vogel join The 11th ...
Feb 10, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260209
On Tonight’s Nightcap: President Trump appears to be laying the groundwork to contest the midterm election results, prominent GOP members call out Trump’s economy problem, and Bad Bunny is set to perform at the Superbowl as Turning Point USA hosts an alternative halftime show. Alexandra Pelosi, David Gura, Christina Greer, and John Fugelsang join The 11th Hour this Friday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simp...
Feb 07, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260206
Midterm worries grow as Republicans fear backlash to the administration's policies could cost them Congress – Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA), who pushed for the Epstein files release, demands answers on the DOJ’s redactions – & troubling signs for the economy as jobless claims in January reach the highest number since the Great Recession. Peter Baker, David Drucker, Joyce Vance, Catherine Rampell, Justin Wolfers, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Jonathan Haidt join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. To listen to ...
Feb 06, 2026•42 min•Ep. 260205
Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels were once at odds as White House staffer and White House reporter. Now they’re friends and colleagues—each co-hosting their own shows at MS NOW. But their off-air conversations are where the real action is. Their new show, “MS NOW Presents: Clock It” is an invitation to their groupchat, the liveliest—and most informative—in news. Whether it’s ICE getting dispatched to the Super Bowl because Bad Bunny’s doing the halftime show, or Nicolás Maduro’s Nike T...
Feb 05, 2026•2 min
On tonight’s Nightcap: The president says a “softer touch” is required after the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Then, a major Wall Street GOP megadonor speaks out against the Trump administration’s involvement in American business. Plus, growing concerns over the Washington Post’s massive layoffs. Brendan Greeley, Andrea Flores, Max Rose, and David Litt join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple ...
Feb 05, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260204
The President doubles down calls for Republicans to 'nationalize' America's elections, Trump's promised manufacturing boom is looking more like a retreat, and Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) joins Stephanie to discuss concerns over ICE's aggressive tactics as the government's top immigration officials are set to testify before his committee next week. Jeff Mason, Leigh Ann Caldwell, James Sample, Dan Nathan, Bharat Ramamurti, Sen. Ran Paul, and Scott Galloway join The 11th Hour this Tuesday night. To list...
Feb 04, 2026•43 min•Ep. 260203
