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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, 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. 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.

Jun 28, 202442 minEp. 828

Supreme Court poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho

MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Wednesday, June 26, 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. 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 advertis...

Jun 26, 202441 minEp. 827

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. 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....

Jun 25, 202440 minEp. 826

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. 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...

Jun 25, 202442 minEp. 825

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. 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 collec...

Jun 21, 202441 minEp. 824

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. 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 informat...

Jun 20, 202441 minEp. 823

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. 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 f...

Jun 19, 202442 minEp. 822

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. 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 adver...

Jun 18, 202442 minEp. 821

James Carville on Biden and Trump debate next week

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Jun 17, 202442 minEp. 819

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. 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 o...

Jun 14, 202442 minEp. 818

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. 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 an...

Jun 13, 202442 minEp. 817

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. 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 perso...

Jun 12, 202441 minEp. 816

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. 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.

Jun 11, 202441 minEp. 815

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. 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 co...

Jun 10, 202441 minEp. 814

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! 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.adsw...

Jun 07, 202441 minEp. 813

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. 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.

Jun 06, 202441 minEp. 812

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. 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....

Jun 05, 202441 minEp. 811

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. 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.

Jun 04, 202442 minEp. 808

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. 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.

Jun 04, 202442 minEp. 807

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. 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.

May 31, 20241 hr 8 min

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. 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.

May 31, 202441 minEp. 806

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. 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.

May 31, 202413 min

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. 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.

May 31, 202445 min

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. 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.

May 29, 202441 minEp. 805

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. 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.

May 29, 20242 hr

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. 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.

May 28, 202442 minEp. 804

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. 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.

May 24, 20241 hr 23 min

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. 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.

May 23, 202441 minEp. 803

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. 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 dat...

May 22, 202442 minEp. 802

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. 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....

May 21, 202441 minEp. 801
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