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The Beat with Ari Melber

Ari Melber, MS NOWwww.ms.now
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.
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Episodes

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 25, 202341 minEp. 618

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 25, 202344 minEp. 617

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 rea...

Aug 24, 202338 min

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data ...

Aug 23, 202341 minEp. 616

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...

Aug 22, 202341 minEp. 615

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 21, 202341 minEp. 614

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 18, 202341 minEp. 613

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. 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...

Aug 18, 202340 min

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

Aug 17, 202342 minEp. 612

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 17, 202342 minEp. 611

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 16, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 610

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 14, 202341 minEp. 609

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

Aug 11, 202342 minEp. 608

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 11, 202342 minEp. 607

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 10, 202342 minEp. 606

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 08, 202341 minEp. 605

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 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 08, 202346 minEp. 604

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 07, 202325 min

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 04, 202341 minEp. 603

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 03, 202337 minEp. 602

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 03, 20231 hrEp. 601

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. 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.c...

Aug 02, 20231 hr 43 min

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 01, 202342 minEp. 599

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 28, 202341 minEp. 598

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information ...

Jul 28, 202359 minEp. 596

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 27, 202341 minEp. 595

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 26, 202341 minEp. 594

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 24, 202341 minEp. 593

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. To listen ...

Jul 24, 202324 min

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. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of ...

Jul 21, 202341 minEp. 592
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