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Venezuela
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Zoran Mamdani
Cuba
Climate Change
New York City
Palestine
Nicolás Maduro
Sudan
Amazon Rainforest
Brazil

Democracy Now! is an independent daily TV & radio news program, hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. We provide daily global news headlines, in-depth interviews and investigative reports without any advertisements or government funding. Our programming shines a spotlight on corporate and government abuses of power and lifts up the stories of ordinary people working to... more

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Democracy Now! 2026-06-26 Friday

• Headlines for June 26, 2026

• In "Devastating" Immigration Ruling, Supreme Court Allows Trump Admin to "Turn Back" Asylum Seekers

• Venezuela Earthquakes: U.S. Sanctions Impede Rescue Efforts as Death Toll Soars

... more

Democracy Now! 2026-06-25 Thursday

• Headlines for June 25, 2026

• "Utter Devastation": Thousands Feared Dead in Venezuela After Double Earthquakes

• Prairieland Nine: Texas ICE Protesters Get Up to 100 Years in Prison as Trump Targets Anti-Fascists... more

Democracy Now! 2026-06-24 Wednesday

• Headlines for June 24, 2026

• "Babies, Not Bombs": DSA's Darializa Avila Chevalier Beats 5-Term Rep. Espaillat. 1st Post-Win Intvw.

• Seismic Shift: DSA and Mamdani-Backed Pro-Palestine Democrats Sweep New York ... more

We continue our discussion with actor, writer and producer Elliot Page, an Oscar nominee and author of the memoir Pageboy, about his trans identity, transgender rights and his work on the groundbreaking new documentary directed by Drew Denny, Second ... more

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Becca Inajosa
Co-founder of the South Texas Environmental Justice Network
South Texas Environmental Justice Network
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-16 Tuesday
Mallory Miller
Co-founder of Hands Off the Arts
Hands Off the Arts
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-16 Tuesday
Mark Bermuti-Joseph
Renowned artist and playwright, former Kennedy Center programmer
Kennedy Center
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-16 Tuesday
Kaveh Madani
Director of the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health; co-author of the Environmental Cost of AI report
UNU-INWEH
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-12 Friday
Moshe Madawi
Palestinian Columbia University graduate student and activist
Columbia University (student); SIPA (affiliation at time of interview)
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-12 Friday
Rick Rowley
Director of the documentary Hell's Army
Documentary filmmaker
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-12 Friday
Cindy Cohen
Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-11 Thursday
Nalini Stamp
Director of Mass Audience Engagement for Working Families Power; with Our COPA campaign
Working Families Power; Our COPA
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-11 Thursday
Jose Luis Granado Ceja
Covers Latin America for DropSite News; co-host of Soberania
DropSite News; Soberania
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-06-11 Thursday

Hosts

Amy Goodman
Host of the program; known for in-depth interviewing and watchdog journalism focused on corporate and government power.
Juan González
Co-host with focus on U.S. and Latin American issues; known for on-the-ground reporting and analysis.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 14.2k ratings
  • Simply the Best!

    Have been a proud listener from Australia for many years now. The best to abreast with issues in that side of the pond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burnz2
    Australia25 days ago
  • Steal This Story Please

    Just saw the movie and all I can say is Amy Goodman is a national treasure 💪👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CarleneWebbBurton
    United Statesa month ago
  • Shepard Fairey?

    Democracy Now! is extraordinary in its uncompromising commitment to holding those in power to account. With this in mind, it was *deeply* disappointing to hear Shepard Fairey, a known plagiarist, speak about the power of visual art to challenge the status quo.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RedCurlsRiot
    United States2 months ago
  • Much needed integrity for this time of unfaithful media environment

    BrilliantAF! 🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pats73
    United States3 months ago
  • Real and Illuminating News

    I’ve been listening and watching DemNow! since their inception in 2006. Unlike Billionaire-Controlled mainstream network and cable news, Democracy Now!, gives us real news. Refreshing from it’s beginning, I’ll always appreciate this news outlet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #ZionistsSuck
    United States3 months ago

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Some reviews critique perceived bias or intense geopolitics but acknowledge depth and integrity.
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Audiences praise its rigorous, no-fruff journalism that challenges power.
Listeners value the breadth of guest expertise and firsthand reporting.

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#149
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#63
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Democracy Now! 2026-06-15 Monday
Q: What is the significance of the memorandum of understanding in the broader negotiations?
It signals a formal step toward ending active hostilities and sets conditions for ceasefire extensions and sanctions relief, but the terms remain fluid and subject to negotiation among major regional players.
Democracy Now! 2026-06-16 Tuesday
Q: Will there be real differences between the current deal and the JCPOA from 2015?
Responses indicate that while specifics are uncertain, there could be stronger elements and potentially different inspection regimes, with tentative improvements but no certainty until the text is released.
Democracy Now! 2026-06-16 Tuesday
Q: Trita, your latest article is headlined, Next 72 Hours will Tell Us Whether Israel Plans to Kill Trump's Peace. Explain.
The host asks for analysis on the viability and risks of the ongoing Iran-Israel diplomacy and how plausible the peace framing is, given the text is not yet released and the deal's contingencies.
"Broadview 6" Defendants Kat Abughazaleh & Michael Rabbitt on ICE Protest & Prosecutorial Misconduct
Q: How did the indictments affect your campaign and daily life?
They led to increased legal expenses, slowed campaign operations, and created a climate of constant legal scrutiny for Kat and her staff.
Democracy Now! 2026-06-08 Monday
Q: How surprised were you by the Iranian attack on Israel and what does this say about Trump's influence?
Parsi explains he was not surprised, citing pre-attack signals and the broader dynamics that could extend deterrence, while noting the complexity of restraining allies and adversaries without a comprehensive deal.

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2. Mallory Miller
3. Mark Bermuti-Joseph
4. Kaveh Madani
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6. Rick Rowley
7. Cindy Cohen
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