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The Rachel Maddow Show

Rachel Maddow, MS NOW
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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 looks at Donald Trump's attempt to have $1.8 billion taxpayer dollars handed to him to distribute to his friends and allies, and debunks the notion that this money-grab has anything to do with suing the IRS. Rep. Jamie Raskin, who calls... more

As Donald Trump has tried to use the Department of Justice as his personal tool for petty revenge and political intimidation, the department's track record has been abysmal and its frequent mistakes, mortifying. Rachel Maddow takes a look at the degr... more

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Rachel Maddow makes the case that from the first day of his second term, Donald Trump has been engaged in "a concerted and intense targeting of Black Americans," from firings to executive orders and including his Supreme Court gutting the Voting Righ... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Kuppersmith
Executive Director of the Campaign for Accountability
Campaign for Accountability
Episode: Trump's corruption of the Justice Department yields embarrassing results
Kristen Clarke
General Counsel for the NAACP; former Assistant Attorney General
NAACP
Episode: Trump's corruption of the Justice Department yields embarrassing results
Sophia Lin Lakin
Director of the ACLU's Voting Rights Project
ACLU
Episode: Maddow: Trump is terrible at everything except this one thing
John Edgerton
Senior Minister of Old South Church in Boston
Old South Church (Boston)
Episode: Maddow: Trump is terrible at everything except this one thing
Julia Ainsley
Senior Homeland Security Correspondent for NBC News
NBC News
Episode: How Trump's bungling turned his top issue into his greatest liability
Mike Wriston
Air Force veteran; co-creator of Get the Facilities Out (gtfoice.org) and head of Project Salt Box
Project Salt Box / GTFO ICE
Episode: Americans thwart Trump's immigrant prisons plan by making it too hard
Miles Taylor
Former Chief of Staff at the Homeland Security Department; founder of defiance.org
defiance.org
Episode: Americans thwart Trump's immigrant prisons plan by making it too hard
Jon Ossoff
Democratic U.S. Senator from Georgia, candidate for reelection
U.S. Senate, Georgia
Episode: 'Another one down': Wheels coming off Trump's clown car Cabinet
David Pressman
Former US ambassador to Hungary (2022–2025)
U.S. Department of State / Former Ambassador to Hungary
Episode: Maddow: Trump's fear is palpable as authoritarian peer Orbán is resoundingly rejected in Hungary

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Rachel Maddow
Host of The Rachel Maddow Show, known for her incisive commentary on political issues and a strong focus on social justice and government accountability.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 46.1k ratings
  • Poor podcast production

    I love TRMS and would happily subscribe to MSNow Premium to avoid listening to commercials. I won’t pay that fee because the production quality done when moved to podcast format is abysmal. This happens too often, but the hack job done on the podcast released on 4/21/26 is insane. I can’t follow along because the conversation suddenly jumps forward to another topic and even jumps back to give us round two of something that was already played. This should be an easy turn around to put an already ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Penguin Fail
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    Your objective adherence to fact not ‘form’ is a national treasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. L. U.
    United Statesa month ago
  • on 4.20

    so happy that the onion won the case against alex ugh jones and so glad for all forever suffering the loss of life at sandy hook.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    midwestBlue
    United Statesa month ago
  • Error in transcript

    I’m writing from Tucson. Our Rep’s name is ADELITA Grijalva, not “Analita.” Please change the transcript.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saguarocactusflower1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Call fire marshal

    Why don't members of Congress call the fire marshal if these ICE detention facilities are so horrendously overcrowded??!!Surely it's against fire code to overcrowd a facility.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rwc923
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Some critics express concerns regarding perceived biases in reporting, specifically pointing out a lack of neutrality on certain issues.
Many appreciate Rachel Maddow's ability to articulate complex political issues clearly.
Listeners praise the show for its informative content and engaging discussions.

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#44
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#137
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Apple Podcasts
#24
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#165
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#34
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#99
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Talking Points

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Trump's corruption of the Justice Department yields embarrassing results
Q: Given the breadth of ethics concerns and legal missteps described, is there a path to meaningful accountability for DOJ officials and Interior Department officials?
Yes, by leveraging investigations, congressional oversight, and public scrutiny to deter conflicts of interest and improper conduct, thereby pushing through checks and restoring trust in democratic institutions.
Trump's corruption of the Justice Department yields embarrassing results
Q: There's a lot of fight back on this issue, and there's a lot of passion on this issue. What do you see as the prospects for success in Tennessee and beyond?
The guest argues that while the work is challenging, sustained civic engagement—court action, activism, and public accountability—can yield meaningful progress and protect rights, signaling that momentum can grow when people organize and demand accountability.
Maddow: Trump's fear is palpable as authoritarian peer Orbán is resoundingly rejected in Hungary
Q: Were you surprised by the election results?
David Pressman expressed that he was surprised by the strength of the opposition and the depth of Orbán's propaganda network, noting how Magyar and others challenged the regime with a credible, organized response and highlighting the importance of an independent media and civil society in countering state-led narratives.
'Another one down': Wheels coming off Trump's clown car Cabinet
Q: What does this era of corruption mean for Georgia voters facing a competitive Senate race?
Ossoff argues that corruption and conflicts of interest threaten everyday life and underscores the need for accountability and checks and balances to empower voters in key battleground states.
Maddow: U.S. military fights war on two fronts: Iran and Trump incompetence
Q: What is the sense of urgency that you have about raising this alarm right now?
Warner emphasizes the growing risk of federal overreach in elections, the need for robust oversight, and the importance of not normalizing emergency powers that could undermine free and fair voting.

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Focusing on critical political and social issues, the content frequently revolves around U.S. foreign policy, particularly in the Middle East, with a strong emphasis on military actions and their implications. The discussions often feature scrutiny of Trump's administration and its policies, exposing controversies and mobilizing community activism against immigration enforcement and other governmental actions. Notably, there is a clear intersection of politics and personal stories, as the hosts engage with emotional and historical contexts relevant to current events. Unique to this series is its commitment to maintaining a critical lens on government actions while actively promoting civic engagement and grassroots activism, making it a reso... more

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