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The Beat with Ari Melber

Ari Melber, MS NOW
Donald Trump
Supreme Court
Jack Smith
Bob Marley
Republican Party
Colonialism
Nikki Haley
Women's Rights
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Ziggy Marley
Abortion
Letitia James
Vladimir Putin
January 6
NRA
Georgia
Elections
2024 Presidential Election
Neal Katyal
Tucker Carlson

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

March 18, 2026; 6pm; President Trump’s DOJ is being pressed for hiding more Epstein documents. Top House Oversight lawmakers met with embattled Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy AG Todd Blanche over hiding files and alleged abuse of redactions. M... more

March 17, 2026; 6pm; The Trump administration’s top counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, has resigned. MS NOW's Ari Melber reports on the highest-level defection from Trump’s administration over Iran. Plus, Melber reports on how iconic artist Banksy ... more

March 16, 2026; 6pm; The war with Iran enters its third week as oil prices spike and the U.S. endgame remains unclear. MS  NOW’s Ari Melber reports on the latest and delivers a special report on President Trump escalating attacks on the First Amendme... more

In this podcast extra, Chef Mario Carbone joins Ari Melber for a conversation about restaurants, cooking and his path from shucking shrimp to building the Carbone empire. Then Ari hosts Ish from The Joe Budden Podcast for an extended discussion on ra... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Santiam
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Brian Katulis
Foreign policy analyst
Middle East Institute
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Rabbi Ariana Gordon
Rabbi at Temple Israel
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Marc Claxton
Retired NYPD detective, MS NOW contributor
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Dale Young
Police Chief of West Bloomfield
West Bloomfield Police Department
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Jennifer Runyon
Special agent in charge, FBI Detroit Field Office
FBI
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Stephen Inberg
CEO, Jewish Federation of Detroit
Jewish Federation of Detroit
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Julie Brown
Investigative journalist from the Miami Herald, author of Epstein coverage
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Episode: NEW Epstein Death Timeline (Special Report)

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Ari Melber
Host of The Beat, Ari Melber is an Emmy-winning journalist and attorney known for providing in-depth political commentary and analysis.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
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    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)

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    Ayaso
    United States9 days 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

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    midwestBlue
    United Statesa month 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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    United States2 months ago
  • Please post podcasts

    We pay a subscription. If you fail to post podcasts, you owe us a refund

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    Please post this week’s show.s

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Ari's engaging style and intelligent interviews earn him significant praise, but some listeners express a desire for more balanced discussions, particularly regarding guest interactions.

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Oil Prices Surge as Iran War Expands
Q: Rick, does the administration have a credible path to turning off the conflict and delivering tangible results for markets and allies?
Rick Stengel argues that the narrative of a quickly wrapped-up conflict is not supported by the risks and complexities on the ground, and questions the realism of a decisive 'off switch' for the war.
Oil Prices Surge as Iran War Expands
Q: Steve, there's a lot of questions we have for you tonight, including how the president's economic claims might play out for households at the pump.
Steve Liesman explains that while the president projected economic stability, economists warn that sustained high oil prices and potential market volatility could strain households and the broader economy, regardless of declared victory.
Strikes Escalate Across Mideast
Q: What do you view as the purpose and likely outcome of the congressional vote?
Senator Durbin states that the American public is bewildered about the reasons for the war, highlighting the lack of public support and explaining the potential political repercussions for the President and Congress.
Strikes Escalate Across Mideast
Q: How should we understand the diplomatic piece involving non-war long-term plans?
Ambassador Dennis Ross explains that effective diplomacy requires leverage and asserts that current U.S. policies could potentially weaken Iran enough that they might adhere to future negotiations over their nuclear program.
Strikes Escalate Across Mideast
Q: What is the state of play militarily?
General McCaffrey describes the situation as a terrible political mess, stating that while the U.S. has operational success, the overall political situation is dire, with no clear plan and Congress completely left out of the loop.

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Covering significant political and societal events with a focus on accountability, transparency, and high-profile scandals, numerous episodes emphasize the implications of powerful figures entangled in controversies. The discussions often dissect government actions, particularly focusing on Donald Trump's administration and the connections to longstanding issues including legal accountability in the wake of the Epstein scandal. Guests from diverse backgrounds such as legal experts, politicians, and journalists contribute insights that enhance the narrative surrounding these critical themes, making it a compelling listen for those interested in contemporary political discourse.

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6. Dale Young
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