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The Joy Reid Show

Joy-Ann Reid
Donald Trump
Israel
Iran
Racism
South Africa
Ebrahim Rasool
Political Violence
Immigration
Supreme Court
Community Engagement
Nuclear Weapons
Political Landscape
Disinformation
Authoritarianism
Comedy
ICE Raids
White Supremacy
Apartheid
Fascism
Military Parade

A three times weekly dose of Joy-Ann Reid's takes and analysis of the news, politics and culture. If it's hot and happening, and matters to you, it's here.

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Tonight on The Joy Reid Show, our friend Dr. John Gartner places Trump

in the psychiatrist's chair. And speaking of Freud, what was up with that Melania press conference? Lev Parnas has a few ideas and you're gonna want to hear them.

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On tonight's episode of The Joy Reid Show, Trump backs down from his threats against Iran. Is any one surprised? Anyone? Our special guest Cenk Uygur joins us to talk about the war and the mess that our TACO in chief has thrown us into to.

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Tonight on The Joy Reid Show, the Lunatic in Chief gets even loonier! When he isn't making unhinged threats to Iran via his "Temu Twitter," Trump can be found wandering aimlessly on the White House grounds carrying a print out of his "Arc Du Trump." ... more

On tonight's episode of The Joy Reid Show, Bondi is out, conversion therapy has returned from the depths of hell, and the war on Iran gets worse by the second as an American pilot is missing in action. Oh my.

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Recent Guests

Yassamin Ansari
Congresswoman representing Arizona's 3rd district
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Trump's Diagnosis Is IN | The Joy Reid Show Live!
Dr. John Gartner
Clinical psychologist; commentator on Trump's mental health
Independent/Author
Episode: Trump's Diagnosis Is IN | The Joy Reid Show Live!
Tommy Christopher
Associate Managing Editor of Mediaite
Mediaite
Episode: Trump's Diagnosis Is IN | The Joy Reid Show Live!
Jason Green
Former associate White House counsel and author
Too Precious to Lose (book)
Episode: Trump Humiliated on Iran & Cenk Joins the Show! | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Cenk Uygur
CEO and founder of TYT; host and commentator
The Young Turks
Episode: Trump Humiliated on Iran & Cenk Joins the Show! | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Eric Swalwell
California Congressman, gubernatorial candidate
U.S. Congress; candidate for California Governor
Episode: Trump’s War Lies and California Chaos | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Sophia Lin Lakin
Director of the ACLU Voting Rights Project
ACLU
Episode: Trump’s War Lies and California Chaos | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Anthony Ashton
Attorney at the NAACP
NAACP
Episode: Trump’s War Lies and California Chaos | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Imara Jones
Emmy and Peabody Award-winning creator of Trans Lash Media
Trans Lash Media
Episode: Trump Is Losing The War and The Country | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!

Host

Joy Reid
Host of a high-profile political talk program known for incisive analysis and interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 694 ratings
  • Clocking Production Value

    I love Joy Reid. She’s my favorite news podcast because this woman is BRILLIANT. Her command of politics and history combined with her smooth story-telling and approachability makes her THE BEST.

    I have to give the show 4 stars because the producer (husband Jason) who is lovely is NOT good. He consistently plays the wrong clip or something that breaks up the flow. He talks sometimes with Joy, but he doesn’t know a fraction of what she does on politics, so it annoys me.

    I hope when she ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Luvzit II
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you for the history lessons!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nigey&jack
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love TJRS

    I am so glad to find The Joy Reid Show on Apple Podcasts! Joy, I have missed your brilliance, scholarship, honesty, and dedication to getting out the news that no one else is reporting. And you have the best guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dancing Queen26
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you for all you do Joy.

    I always appreciate the facts + a history lesson. Top tier

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sheissunshine.
    United Statesa month ago
  • All of the episodes

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Outgiving
    United States2 months ago

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Some episodes attract criticism from viewers who disagree with the host's views, but overall feedback highlights strong, issue-driven content and diverse guest lineups.
Listeners praise the host's fearless, historically informed analysis and clear communication of complex policy issues.
Many listeners see the show as a crucial source for civil rights-focused discourse and accountability in government.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#80
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#236
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#40
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#97
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump Humiliated on Iran & Cenk Joins the Show! | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Q: How do you view the prospects for a War Powers Resolution and congressional action on authorizing or limiting presidential use of force?
She argues for a bold push for a War Powers Resolution to prohibit unilateral military action and to hold Republicans and Democrats to account for their stance on war powers.
Trump Humiliated on Iran & Cenk Joins the Show! | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Q: As a member of Congress, what are you being told about the current situation with Iran and the two-week ceasefire?
Jayapal notes there have been no public hearings or clear responses about the war's costs, calls for accountability, and emphasizes that leadership must be examined and potentially removed if necessary.
Trump’s War Lies and California Chaos | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Q: What is the legal status of Trump's remarks about January 6 in relation to immunity and liability?
A federal judge ruled that Trump's remarks at the ellipse plausibly were inciting words not protected by First Amendment, though immunity for official acts remains separate; the case proceeds with ongoing litigation.
Thank You For Flying ICE Air | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Q: What is the proposed path to counter corporate influence in politics?
The guest proposes using discharge petitions, fighting to ban stock trading by members, closing the revolving door with lobbying, and building a broad reform caucus to push for a democracy-focused agenda.
Thank You For Flying ICE Air | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
Q: What is the main concern about deploying ICE in airports?
The panel argues it chills travel for people of color, undermines civil liberties, and diverts resources from TSA; it also highlights legal and constitutional concerns about expanding federal police powers at civilian infrastructure.

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1. Yassamin Ansari
2. Dr. John Gartner
3. Tommy Christopher
4. Jason Green
5. Cenk Uygur
6. Eric Swalwell
7. Sophia Lin Lakin
8. Anthony Ashton

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