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The Rachel Maddow Show

Rachel Maddow, MS NOW
Donald Trump
Republican Party
Nikki Haley
Joe Biden
New Hampshire Republican Primary
Iowa Caucuses
Ron Desantis
Chris Christie
Independent Voters
American Democracy
Civil Rights
Fascism
Gun Violence
United Auto Workers
Gabriel Coakley
Reparations
Burlington
Dublin
U.S. Supreme Court
Abortion Laws

The Rachel Maddow Show airs Mondays at 9pm ET on MS NOW and drops shortly thereafter in this feed.

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Rachel Maddow shares a look at how outrage over government corruption in Bulgaria prompted massive protests and eventually the resignation of the prime minister and his government. And in the United States, for all of Donald Trump's unpopular policie... more

Rachel Maddow reviews how poorly Donald Trump's policies are being received by the American public as Trump continues to appoint laughably unqualified sycophants to top agency roles, and leadership failures mount. As a result, not only are Trump's po... more

Rachel Maddow hosts a prime time special event with historian Timothy Snyder about the rise of authoritarianism and how we can meet the moment. (Recorded on November 21, 2025 at the Harris Theater in Chicago’s Millennium Park)

Want more of Rachel? C... more

Rachel Maddow looks at a variety of legal tactics and pressure campaigns that are having success against the Trump administration's overreach in immigration enforcement and the Justice Department's vendetta prosecutions. Where people push back, Trump... more

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Recent Guests

Julie K. Brown
Investigative Reporter for the Miami Herald, known for her reporting on Jeffrey Epstein
Miami Herald
Episode: 'Don't feed the pig': For all of his unpopularity, corruption may bring Trump's downfall
Dr. Debra Houry
Former chief medical officer at the CDC and now senior advisor to the State Department of Health in California
California Department of Health
Episode: Trump learns Politics 101: Do unpopular things, become unpopular, lose political power
Balthazar Enriquez
President of Little Village Community Council who initiated community whistle campaigns against ICE raids.
Little Village Community Council
Episode: We The People: A conversation with Rachel Maddow and Timothy Snyder
Pastor Julie Contreras
Minister who supports migrant families in Chicago and advocates for the underserved communities.
United Giving Hope
Episode: We The People: A conversation with Rachel Maddow and Timothy Snyder
Dr. Richard Besser
Former acting head of the CDC
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Episode: Trump suffers frequent failures as Americans push back at every turn
Joshua Aaron
Developer of the Iceblock app
Episode: Trump suffers frequent failures as Americans push back at every turn
Nadya Tolokonnikova
Artist, musician, and founding member of Pussy Riot
Pussy Riot
Episode: Possible war crime puts Trump's 'illegal orders' freakout in new context
Adam Smith
Congressman and top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Possible war crime puts Trump's 'illegal orders' freakout in new context
Liz Oyer
Former Justice Department official
Episode: Maddow: Democrats snatch defeat from the jaws of victory (again)

Host

Rachel Maddow
Host known for her analytical approach to political commentary, focusing on contemporary issues and their historical context. Maddow is recognized for her thorough investigative style and ability to present complex topics in an accessible manner.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 45.5k ratings
  • Do not listen to this propaganda!!

    Sickening

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Plumben93
    United States23 days ago
  • Way to many commercials ads. Running for up to 10 minutes. At that point I lost interest in the broadcast. Stopped app

    Audible
    1
    rstampa
    United Statesa month ago
  • Loyal viewer Done with it

    I refuse to watch Rachel Maddow shamelessly sell herself and her podcasts on her news show. I’ve watched her program for years. I won’t any more. Enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Usirishlass
    United Statesa month ago
  • Top information

    Maddow is 2nd to none with reporting what’s going on in America.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irish Tudor fan
    Irelanda month ago
  • Your tax dollars!

    It really bothers me when a journalist refers to government funds as “your tax dollars”. They should be saying “OUR” tax dollars. Unless of course, journalists don’t pay taxes. I like Rachel but I always hear this from her.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    =====88
    United Statesa month ago

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There is a noted demand for more frequent episodes due to the urgency of current political situations.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth political analysis and historical context provided by the host.
Many feel that the storytelling aspect of the podcast helps in understanding complex current events.
Feedback indicates some frustration with the perceived bias in coverage, particularly against certain political figures.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#33
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Apple Podcasts
#226
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Apple Podcasts
#26
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Apple Podcasts
#192
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#25
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Apple Podcasts
#124
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump learns Politics 101: Do unpopular things, become unpopular, lose political power
Q: How should the average American approach information coming out of the CDC right now?
Dr. Houry expresses concern about trusting the CDC due to a lack of scientific leadership and indicates that the damage to the institution is significant and may not be recoverable if current trends continue.
Possible war crime puts Trump's 'illegal orders' freakout in new context
Q: What are the tactics that the American people have adopted so far?
Tolokonnikova expresses admiration for Chicagoans who show active resistance, while warning that the beautiful artistic expressions under pressure may eventually be stifled.
Possible war crime puts Trump's 'illegal orders' freakout in new context
Q: What is scary in Russia for wearing this?
In Russia, once declared illegal, mere possession of anything that identifies you with Pussy Riot could lead to imprisonment.
'It's absurd': Sen. Kelly bites back at Trump, Hegseth threats over 'illegal orders' video
Q: Do you have any opinion as to why he may have singled you out in this way?
I don't know. We would have to ask him that question.
'It's absurd': Sen. Kelly bites back at Trump, Hegseth threats over 'illegal orders' video
Q: Let me first just get your response to this threat from the Defense Department, saying that they are investigating you.
I said something that was pretty simple and non-controversial, and that was that members of the military should follow the law.

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The content primarily revolves around political discussions, focusing heavily on current events, particularly those relating to the Trump administration. Themes of accountability, civil rights, and community resistance against governmental overreach are frequently explored, offering listeners perspectives on grassroots activism and significant societal issues. Notably, the series features discussions with influential guests who share insights into activism, political strategies, and issues of governance, which enhances the storytelling aspect by connecting personal narratives to larger political contexts. This combination of commentary, expert interviews, and historical analysis aims to inform and engage the audience in a politically charge... more

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2. Dr. Debra Houry
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