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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! 2026-01-16 Friday

• Headlines for January 16, 2026

• ICE Arresting U.S. Citizens, Using Banned Chokeholds: Explosive ProPublica Report

• "Autocratic Power Grab": Trump Threatens to Invoke Insurrection Act, Deploy Troops to Minnesota

... more

Part 2 of our conversation with Palestinian American director and actress Cherien Dabis about her new film, All That’s Left of You. It’s a new feature film that looks at 70 years of Palestinian history through the lens of one family’s experience over... more

Democracy Now! 2026-01-15 Thursday

• Headlines for January 15, 2026

• FBI Raids Home of Washington Post Reporter as Attacks on Press Freedom Intensify Under Trump

• "This Regime Will Fall": Director Jafar Panahi on Deadly Iran Protests & Filmmaking ... more

Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday

• Headlines for January 14, 2026

• "Federal Invasion": Minnesota Officials Condemn Violent ICE Raids, Arrests

• Journalist Tests ICE Recruitment; Surprised to Find Herself Hired with No Background Check

• "ICE Is ... more

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Recent Guests

Jafar Panahi
Acclaimed Iranian filmmaker known for his films addressing social and political issues
Independent filmmaker
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-15 Thursday
Laura Jadeed
Freelance journalist who wrote about her experience applying for an ICE job
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday
Karen Lowy
Senior Counsel and Director of Constitutional Law Practice at Lambda Legal
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday
Aaron Reichlin-Melnick
Senior fellow at the American Immigration Council
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday
Hua Jung Kim
Vice President of the St. Paul City Council, member of the Immigrant Defense Network
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday
Juma Xipaia
Indigenous leader and land defender from Brazil.
Middle Xingu region
Episode: "Yanuni": Film Follows Brazilian Indigenous Leader Juma Xipaia's Fight for the Amazon
Richard Lacani
Filmmaker and director of Yanuni.
Episode: "Yanuni": Film Follows Brazilian Indigenous Leader Juma Xipaia's Fight for the Amazon
Alfred McCoy
Historian, Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-13 Tuesday
Vali Nasr
Professor of International Affairs and Middle East Studies at Johns Hopkins University, author
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Democracy Now! 2026-01-13 Tuesday

Hosts

Amy Goodman
Host and Executive Producer, known for her commitment to independent journalism and advocacy.
Juan González
Co-Host and journalist focusing on advocacy for social justice and community empowerment.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Why do you constantly pick on Biden?

    Trumps has our Democracy in shambles and you dis Biden more. If tRump gets the Nobel Peace Prize, the Prize will mean nothing!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daisy & Zara
    United States3 months ago
  • New hosts, move on

    The show deserves better hosts. Clear your throat off mic, so disgusting!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Duckhunter44
    United States5 months ago
  • I don’t understand

    Van de Huvel sounds like she’s on Russia’s side.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daisy & Zara
    United States5 months ago
  • New hosts, move on

    The show deserves better hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Duckhunter44
    United States5 months ago
  • Amy Goodman is evil

    Amy supports Islamofascism

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Canada157
    Canada9 months ago

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Listeners express gratitude for the program's commitment to real journalism, often highlighting its in-depth coverage of overlooked news stories.
Some criticism is directed at specific hosts or episode content, with a few expressing dissatisfaction with perceived biases.
Overall, the podcast is seen as a vital source of news for those seeking insightful and truthful reporting.
Many appreciate the focus on marginalized voices, supporting the program's alignment with social justice causes.

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"Yanuni": Film Follows Brazilian Indigenous Leader Juma Xipaia's Fight for the Amazon
Q: Juma, how do you view the impact of the Lula and Bolsonaro governments on indigenous rights?
While Lula represents a better chance, the bureaucratic structures still harbor individuals with Bolsonaro's mindset, making real effective change difficult.
"Yanuni": Film Follows Brazilian Indigenous Leader Juma Xipaia's Fight for the Amazon
Q: Juma, can you describe the hardest moment of your life while defending your people?
During violent protests, I made the decision to stay with a man who was shot, despite the danger, because I believed in our just fight.
"Yanuni": Film Follows Brazilian Indigenous Leader Juma Xipaia's Fight for the Amazon
Q: What made you decide to focus on Juma?
I was looking for a voice of the Amazon, and when I met Juma, I realized she could represent it and touch people emotionally.
Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday
Q: What are the implications of the Supreme Court's stance on transgender participation in sports?
The court's potential ruling signals a critical moment for transgender rights, highlighting ongoing discrimination and the necessity of equal protections.
Democracy Now! 2026-01-14 Wednesday
Q: What is the St. Paul City Council calling for with respect to ICE's presence?
The council is calling for an end to ICE's violent presence in local neighborhoods and seeks to strengthen ordinances to protect residents from the chaos created by federal agents.

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1. Jafar Panahi
2. Laura Jadeed
3. Karen Lowy
4. Aaron Reichlin-Melnick
5. Hua Jung Kim
6. Juma Xipaia
7. Richard Lacani
8. Alfred McCoy

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