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The Takeout, hosted by CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, is a never-take-yourself-too-seriously daily show that harnesses the best and latest reporting from CBS News. Its motto: relentlessly curious, steadfastly non-ideological. Featuring unique guest interviews, investigative journalism and the day’s biggest events, The Takeout will also simplify and explain the complexities ... more

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Major has an extended conversation with Reverend & Georgia Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock at the Dubliner. Sen. Warnock reacts to the tentative deal between the U.S. and Iran, tonight's runoff elections in Georgia, and how redistricting will affe... more

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Aaron Long
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Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/12/26
Lori Lindsey
MLS on Apple TV analyst, former USWNT midfielder
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Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/11/26
Igor Kreshtan
Co-author of CRINK report, George W. Bush Institute
George W. Bush Institute
Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/11/26
Joseph Kim
Co-author of CRINK report, George W. Bush Institute
George W. Bush Institute
Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/11/26
Daniele Diaz
Politics reporter for Notice
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Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/11/26
Andrew Shue
Former Melrose Place actor, civic engagement advocate
Forum for public participation initiative
Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/9/26
Mayor Zoran Mamdani
Mayor of the city
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Episode: The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/8/26
Bill Bradley
Former U.S. Senator and Knicks all-star
Former U.S. Senate; NBC/CBS contributor
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Major Garrett
Chief Washington correspondent with CBS News; hosts The Takeout; known for investigative-style interviews and political analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 630 ratings
  • Bye Major

    I have always loved Major Garret. I feel he is a good journalist. The old format of the Take Out was enjoyable. This version is not. I’m unsubscribing. I wish Major good luck in all of his endeavors.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    margo dahling
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fine Podcast

    Major Garrett and many other CBS journalist continued to do outstanding work. I’m not going to lump everyone in one basket, despite the new owner of CBS doing her utmost to take it down the tubes. That’s unfair to people like major and the other. Journalist real journalist at CBS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johent
    United States2 months ago
  • Outrage!

    Major and co doing their part bringing legacy media credibility to zero. All the outrage re GOP idiocy, and church mice re DNC idiocy. Just call balls and strikes on them all.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    28thHeavy
    United States4 months ago
  • It was a good show

    I really like the show, but I don’t like the new format. Sometimes I listen sometimes I don’t. It is now just a regular new show and their interviews are pretty scripted.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    eop-mp
    United States7 months ago
  • New show not as good as the old one.

    Hello major, I’ve always loved your reporting going back years. However, it seems like you were fearful of the Trump administration and I do not mean to be disrespectful, but to get you back to being the hard Nose honor a supporter you used to be particularly your show you had a month or so ago with Peter Navarro. You asked Peter about his Trump‘s tariffs, and Peter gives a answer, and you accepted his truth. What was particularly disturbing to me was the fact of as you know during the campaign... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    npraveseguy
    United States8 months ago

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#232
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#243
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The Takeout with Major Garrett, 6/8/26
Q: What is the current state of the Trump-Netanyahu relationship and how might it affect policy?
Analysts describe a complex relationship where Trump asserts leadership while Netanyahu pursues independent strategic goals, suggesting possible friction but with ongoing coordination on core regional issues.
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/29/26
Q: What distinguishes a Democratic socialist from a standard Democrat?
Rabb explains that Democratic socialists advocate systemic change and policies that broadly benefit everyday people, rather than incremental reforms within the existing capitalist framework.
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/26/26
Q: Are you comfortable with a deal that just reopens the Strait of Hormuz and leaves other matters, nuclear ambitions, and proxies unresolved?
Johnson states that he has the same core concerns as others about Iran becoming a nuclear power and emphasizes that the deal must address multiple leverage points, not just reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/26/26
Q: Where do you come down on the Texas Senate runoff race between Cornyn and Paxton?
Johnson underscores loyalty to the president but votes with the party and expresses concern about Paxton's vulnerabilities, suggesting the outcome could affect the broader Republican ticket yet notes Paxton's advantages in endorsement and fundraising.
The Takeout with Major Garrett, 5/18/26
Q: What stood out from the press conference on the mosque shooting and the investigation's focus?
The two-dead suspects were identified, the attack occurred at a mosque with potential connections to hate-crime motives, and investigators emphasized rapid security responses and multi-agency coordination to determine motive.

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What is The Takeout about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, interview-driven show rooted in national politics but comfortable spanning economics, technology, pop culture, and sports. Episodes blend breaking news, in-depth interviews with lawmakers, national-security experts, journalists, and policy-focused commentators with analysis from CBS News correspondents. The format often interweaves hard-edged reporting, policy context, and candid conversations with guests who illuminate how Washington actually operates, while also unpacking complex topics like foreign policy, regulation, and media dynamics for a broader audience. Notable strengths include a non-ideological stance, a steady stream of high-profile guests, and a knack for translating arcane politics into accessible, timely storyt... more

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5. Daniele Diaz
6. Andrew Shue
7. Mayor Zoran Mamdani
8. Bill Bradley

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