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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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Latest Episodes

Donald Trump was roundly booed in New York City outside of Madison Square Garden on his way to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Trump was booed again once he was spotted inside the venue. Rachel M... more

Rachel Maddow and a panel of her MS NOW colleagues analyze primary election returns from New Jersey, South Dakota, Iowa, New Mexico, Montana and California, and react to breaking news of the Supreme Court granting an "emergency" request from Alabama ... more

Rachel Maddow and a panel of her MS NOW colleagues analyze primary election returns in New Jersey, South Dakota, Iowa, New Mexico, Montana and California.

Want more of Rachel? Check out the "Rachel Maddow Presents" feed to listen to all of her chart... more

Amid a politically punishing backlash against Donald Trump's flagrant $1.776 billion money grab for his criminal allies, a judge is considering whether to investigation if the "IRS settlement" on which the slush fund is based began as a legitimate co... more

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Recent Guests

Steven J. Ross
Distinguished Professor of History at the University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Episode: Special episode: Rachel Maddow in conversation with Steven J. Ross, author of 'The Secret War Against Hate
Mary Moriarty
Hennepin County Attorney
Hennepin County Attorney's Office
Episode: 'The biggest presidential corruption scandal in U.S. history'; Trump shocks nation with brazen grab
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
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
Sophia Lin Lakin
Director of the ACLU's Voting Rights Project
ACLU
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

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Rachel Maddow
Host of The Rachel Maddow Show

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 46.2k ratings
  • 5.11.26

    How hard would it have been for the dems after they won the trifecta in 2020 to make it that any personnel assigned/appointed by the pres MUST have experience in the area of the dept the pres wants them to lead. dems could have done that but as a decades long full ballot dem voter i realize that the dems gave been asleep at the wheel since reagan to get anything done! That is why those that were in congress then and are still in congress need to be forced out by term limits!! Term limits for all... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    midwestBlue
    United Statesa month ago
  • Sorry, I don’t believe you anymore.

    To whoever wants to read this:sorry for my horrible writing!

    I can not hear anymore ANY senator or representative, I start feeling physically uncomfortable, it’s weird but it’s very real. So I can hear the first part of this podcast when there’s none of that.

    I watch A LOT OF SKY NEWS UK, even when the local news are boring because they are not familiar, I enjoy the way of the interviews, SO DIFFERENT!! They actually challenge when they interview politicians, they take the opposite point of vi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Almost-deaf
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent coverage of complicated issues.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Lyra
    a month ago
  • 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 States2 months ago
  • Thank you

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. L. U.
    United States2 months ago

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Applause for activism-focused segments and guest depth, with occasional concerns about ad load and pacing.
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Listeners praise fact-based, receipts-driven reporting and transparency about sources.

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#47
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#143
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#25
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Apple Podcasts
#159
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#34
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#96
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Special episode: Rachel Maddow in conversation with Steven J. Ross, author of 'The Secret War Against Hate
Q: Can you explain who Stoner was and why he's so important to understand?
Ross explains that Stoner was a central, extreme figure in the Southern far-right, whose violent methods and leadership across several groups made him a pivotal organizer in a broader ecosystem of white supremacist activity.
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.

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What is The Rachel Maddow Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show tends to center on sharp political analysis, investigative reporting, and civil rights discourse, with a strong emphasis on accountability across government agencies, elections, and national security. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests—from elected officials and journalists to activists and legal advocates—discussing voting rights, immigration policy, and government transparency, often weaving in on-the-ground reporting and data-driven insights. A notable trait is its willingness to challenge established narratives and connect domestic policy with global events, making it a go-to for listeners who want rigorous context and practical implications for public policy and democracy.

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