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The Beat with Ari Melber

Ari Melber, MS NOW
Donald Trump
Department Of Justice
Jeffrey Epstein
Congress
Iran
Epstein Files
Trump Administration
FBI
Republican Party
Trump
Midterm Elections
Jack Smith
ICE
Epstein
Steve Bannon
James Comey
Ghislaine Maxwell
Iran War
John Bolton
Justice Department

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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Latest Episodes

July 17, 2026, 6pm: Ty Cobb, who served as a White House lawyer during President Trump’s first term, joins MS NOW’s Ari Melber on "The Beat" for a wide-ranging discussion on the Trump administration and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Plus, as ... more

July 16, 2026, 6pm: MS NOW’s Ari Melber delivers a special report on accountability for Sen. Susan Collins. Plus, The New York Times has filed a motion to quash subpoenas the Trump DOJ sent to the paper’s reporters. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports and is... more

July 14, 2026, 6pm: MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on President Trump's string of legal losses and is joined by The New York Times' Molly Jong-Fast and former federal prosecutor John Flannery. Plus, Sen. Cory Booker joins on the eve of Todd Blanche’s co... more

July 13, 2026, 6pm: A U.S. judge has voided Donald Trump's $1.8 billion settlement with the IRS. MS NOW's Ari Melber has the latest. Plus, Memphis Bleek joins to discuss Jay-Z's sold-out weekend at Yankee Stadium.

To listen to this show and other MS... more

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Recent Guests

Jeremy Wallace
Political reporter for the Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle
Episode: Trump WH Swamped by Iran, Epstein, Prices, Court Losses
Dylan Ratigan
Journalist, entrepreneur, and commentator
CEO of Euphoria Sneakers; former MS NOW and CNBC veteran
Episode: Oil Spikes as Trump Fails to Quell Mideast Conflict
Maggie Haberman
White House reporter for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Trump WH Exposé Rocks DC
Jonathan Swan
White House reporter for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Trump WH Exposé Rocks DC
Susie Essman
Actress and comedian, guest on Curb Your Enthusiasm segment
Curve, HBO
Episode: Jack Smith Speaks Out In First Interview
Jay Comandory
Veteran of presidential campaigns
Political operative
Episode: Trump Rakes in Billions in Office
Stephen Breyer
Former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Episode: BONUS: SCOTUS Justice Stephen Breyer on Ari Melber’s "Summit Series"
David Enrich
Deputy Investigations Editor, The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Judge Orders More Epstein Files Released
Rashad Bilal
Co-creator of Earn Your Leisure podcast
Earn Your Leisure
Episode: Judge Halts Trump Midterm Plot

Host

Ari Melber
Host of The Beat with Ari Melber, MSNBC/NBC News

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • D Ratigan Brought It!

    Amazing perspective. Right on time. Total kick to the brain…kings lose crowns but teachers stay intelligent!

    Love the show Ari, keep going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zipfunk
    United States4 months ago
  • Sound needs improvement

    When video clips are played, the sound quality is bad. Sounds muffled and choppy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MarSol0308
    United States4 months ago
  • Bill Crystal

    Long time Jamaican. Been watching since inception, love the show!- not a fan of Bill Crystal (Mr project for a new American century or Killa Mike)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ayaso
    United States4 months ago
  • 2.19.26

    No, not numb to all the trump criming and corruption as michelle goldberg says americans are but instead angry and angrier that trump who is constantly corrupt for over 10 years and really his whole life never is brought to account for all the wrongs he commits. trump voters who are now remorse in their vote for him must end trump, this is on them for being the morons they are for not doing one bit of fact/checking before voting...that is the least and the little bit you needed to do and here we... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    midwestBlue
    United States5 months ago
  • The Beat with ?

    The title of the show is with Ari Melber but where the heck is Ari? You’re losing me…

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Guests bring credibility; the show balances sharp legal insight with accessible explanations.
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Thoughtful, data-driven political analysis that helps decode complex issues.

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#136
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#48
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#132
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#136
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Talking Points

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Trump WH Exposé Rocks DC
Q: How did staffing and legal strategy reflect the president's approach to governance in Term 1 versus Term 2?
They describe a shift toward appointing lawyers who are more aggressive in their interpretations of the law, which allowed broader actions across agencies and the White House, coupled with a deliberate minimization of traditional institutional checks like Congress and senior career staff.
Trump WH Exposé Rocks DC
Q: Maggie, what does the inside story tell us about how concerned Trump was about the Epstein issue?
The guests explain that Trump's aides found the Epstein matter politically persistent; they attempted to push for more transparency, but the president himself wanted to keep information private, leading to tense Situation Room discussions and delaying public-facing disclosures.
Trump WH on Defense Over Iran Concessions
Q: What should Congress focus on going into the midterms regarding DOJ actions and investigations?
Booker suggests stronger congressional scrutiny and potential accountability for perceived political misuse of investigative tools, emphasizing defense of democratic norms and a check on executive overreach.
Trump WH on Defense Over Iran Concessions
Q: Senator, what does the history of the Iran deal tell us about the current trajectory of U.S. policy?
Booker argues that Trump's approach undermines leverage built during the Obama era, leading to a less effective outcome, while warning that the lack of concrete guarantees could embolden adversaries and complicate future diplomacy.
SCOTUS Crushes Trump's Midterm Mail Plot
Q: Does this make any sense what happened today?
The judiciary committee member argues that the court went as far as possible within its legal constraints, delivering mixed but consequential rulings that expanded presidential power in some domains while preserving independence in others, suggesting a complex, non-uniform legal landscape rather than a single cohesive narrative.

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A data-driven political/news program that blends sharp legal analysis, investigative reporting, and candid conversations with high-profile guests. Episodes center on accountability, governance, and the mechanics of power, often featuring former prosecutors, lawmakers, journalists, and policy experts who contextualize complex issues like DOJ actions, constitutional rights, and democratic norms. The show's edge comes from its rigorous interpretation of legal and political processes, dynamic interviews, and a willingness to challenge official narratives, making it a compelling listen for professionals who want deeper insight into how policy and law intersect with current events. Noteworthy is the consistent use of long-form guest conversations... more

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2. Dylan Ratigan
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