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Meet the Press

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NBC News’ Meet the Press is the longest-running television show in history. If it’s Sunday, it’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker. Meet the Press NOW airs weekdays at 4PM ET on NBC News NOW.

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Voters are getting ready to cast votes in primary races across six states where the fight between progressives and the establishment Democrats is once again on the ballot. Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) discusses her race for Senate. Rep. John... more

Kristen Welker interviews the new Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.). Former Rep. Carlos Curbelo (R-Fla.), former Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.) and Ryan Nobles join the roundtabl... more

The White House downplays the new jobs report which showed an unexpected loss. Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss party unity ahead of the midterm matchup between Abdul El-Sayed (D) and Mike Rogers (R). Former Trump Whit... more

President Trump signs executive orders targeting birthright citizenship. Battleground Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his upcoming race against progressive Democratic candidate William Lawrence. Hosted by Simplecast, an... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Kildee
Six-term Congressman from Michigan
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — August 7
Spencer Cox
Governor of Utah
Episode: Full panel: Govs. Jared Polis & Spencer Cox on education and technology
Jared Polis
Governor of Colorado
Episode: Full panel: Govs. Jared Polis & Spencer Cox on education and technology
Matthew Meyer
Governor of Delaware
State Government of Delaware
Episode: Full panel: Govs. Kevin Stitt & Matt Meyer on keeping the American dream alive
Phil Scott
Republican Governor of Vermont
Vermont Governor's Office
Episode: Full panel: Govs. Josh Stein & Phil Scott on federalism and states’ rights
Tim Shriver
Co-founder of Unite and chairman of Special Olympics International
Unite; Special Olympics International
Episode: Full panel: Govs. Wes Moore & Kevin Stitt on dignity in politics
John Kennedy
Senator from Louisiana
U.S. Senate
Episode: Aug. 2 — Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. John Kennedy, Gov. Wes Moore & Gov. Kevin Stitt
Kevin Stitt
Governor of Oklahoma
Oklahoma Governor's Office
Episode: Aug. 2 — Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. John Kennedy, Gov. Wes Moore & Gov. Kevin Stitt
Michael Bennett
Democratic Senator from Colorado
United States Senate
Episode: Meet the Press NOW — July 31

Hosts

Kristen Welker
Host of Meet the Press NOW, NBC News
Ryan Nobles
Host of Meet the Press NOW, NBC News

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Why did you cut Trump’s melt down our of the podcast?

    WRONG!!!!!!!!’n

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    Debbie in AZ
    United States2 months ago
  • Pence’s Conservativism is Extinct

    The movement is lousy with authoritarians and crypto-fascists. The movement once had to chase out the Birchers and Anti-Semites; it now has to rid itself of the pestilence of grifters, ersatz Christians, thugs and Flat Earthers.

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    Richard the Deep Breather
    United States2 months ago
  • Just a opinion

    All these politicians are giving their opinions ………. But absolutely nothing gets resolved

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    NYChoreographer
    United States3 months ago
  • Epstein Files

    Why isn’t your program riding herd in this ? Coverage is terrible.

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    Actual US Citizen
    United States3 months ago
  • Re-Asking Questions

    Kristin, You’ need to tall over Mike waltz. He wants to do a monologue.

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    3
    Debbie in AZ
    United States4 months ago

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Some reviews criticize pacing or questioning style, calling for stronger follow-up in places.
Overall, feedback highlights strong host credibility and informative coverage of complex topics.
Listeners appreciate disciplined, credible journalism and substantive interviews.
A number of listeners value the show's international and domestic policy balance, though reactions to interview tactics vary.

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Full panel: Govs. Jared Polis & Spencer Cox on education and technology
Q: Governor Cox, what other investments are you making beyond literacy to improve student outcomes?
Cox emphasizes breakfast and lunch for every child, teacher pay raises, and expanding apprenticeships, language programs, and career pathways that connect education to the workforce.
Full panel: Govs. Jared Polis & Spencer Cox on education and technology
Q: Governor Polis, how have you pushed Let's Get Ready forward and how can it scale beyond Colorado?
Polis describes a public-facing dashboard to track outcomes and a broader NGA-led pilot with eight states to measure long-term educational success and accountability.
Full panel: Govs. Jared Polis & Spencer Cox on education and technology
Q: But education is an area where you are still working. What do you see as the biggest challenges? Where are you putting your focus right now?
The governors discuss literacy gaps, after-school supports, funding strategies, and ensuring the right resources reach students, with emphasis on universal access to nutrition, after-school programs, and strong reading mentoring to lift third-grade reading levels.
Full panel: Govs. Wes Moore & Kevin Stitt on dignity in politics
Q: Is dignity a viable political strategy for winning elections, say in a national race?
The panelists suggest yes, arguing that voters want effective leadership and fair opportunities, and that the pendulum can swing toward dignified, principled governance.
Full panel: Govs. Wes Moore & Kevin Stitt on dignity in politics
Q: Governor Moore, how do you apply the Dignity Index in practical governance?
He explains using the eight-point scale to map his responses when disagreeing, emphasizing listening, humility, and choosing non-dehumanizing tactics to advance policy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meet the Press

What is Meet the Press about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, interview-driven political program that blends on-location reporting, expert analysis, and one-on-one conversations with lawmakers, journalists, and policy professionals. Central themes across episodes include U.S. domestic politics, foreign policy, elections, and public policy challenges, with a steady emphasis on accountability, credible journalism, and clear explanations of complex issues. Notable strengths include a disciplined, concise format, a credible mix of insiders and subject-matter experts, and a track record of timely coverage on breaking political events and policy debates. For potential listeners, it's a solid fit if you want current affairs delivered with context, practical insights, and a newsroom-style approa... more

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