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Michael Steele, Symone Sanders Townsend, and Luke Russert's one-on-one conversations with politicians and newsmakers, and the breaking issues of the day.

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November 2, 2026, 7pm: Governor Wes Moore joins The Weeknight to discuss Democrats’ final message to voters… as Donald Trump makes his final midterms pitch all about himself. And, a federal judge is expected to rule in a case filed by the NAACP that ... more

October 30, 2026, 7pm: Donald Trump’s Justice Department is opening a criminal probe in the Alaska Senate race just days before Election Day, despite the state's top prosecutor not being able to name the crime. Jessica Mackler, President of Emily's L... more

October 29, 2026, 7pm: Donald Trump is working to undermine the election before a single vote is counted. Norm Eisen, co-founder of Democracy Defenders Action, joins the table as Trump’s Justice Department takes legal action in Alaska and California.... more

October 28, 2026, 7pm: Less than a week from election day, a California judge is set to rule on Trump’s latest voter suppression tactics in the state. John Bisognano, the President of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, joins The Weeknig... more

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Recent Guests

Skye Perryman
President and CEO of Democracy Forward and author of Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times
Democracy Forward
Episode: 'Republicans Are Scared'
Ken Martin
Chair of the Democratic National Committee
Democratic National Committee
Episode: 'Republicans Are Scared'
Pete Buttigieg
Former Secretary of Transportation in the Biden administration
Episode: 'Republicans Are Scared'
Jason Johnson
MS NOW political contributor, podcast host, and Morgan State University professor
Morgan State University
Episode: ‘This Is the Steal’
Scott Colom
Mississippi Democratic Senate nominee and district attorney
Episode: ‘This Is the Steal’
Kristen Clarke
NAACP General Counsel
NAACP
Episode: ‘This Is the Steal’
Esosa Osa
Founder and CEO of Onyx Impact
Onyx Impact
Episode: ‘This Is the Steal’
Katherine Clark
Democratic congresswoman from Massachusetts and House minority whip
Episode: 'This Is How Authoritarianism Operates'
Angelo Carusone
President and CEO of Media Matters
Media Matters
Episode: 'This Is How Authoritarianism Operates'

Hosts

Luke Russert
Host with a focus on political analysis and interview-driven conversations; frequently engages with lawmakers and policy experts.
Michael Steele
Co-host with legal and policy insight, known for presenting strategic, data-informed takes on national politics.
Symone Sanders Townsend
Lead host providing sharp, no-nonsense political analysis and interview style.
Elise Jordan
Panel host with expertise in political strategy and communications; brings governance-focused perspective.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 259 ratings
  • Loved the Texas Event!

    The Texas show was exhilarating! You all fired us up for govmt and democracy. Not easy to do! I couldn’t attend live, but had a front row seat in my living room.

    I cranked up the volume and felt inspired by all the powerful speakers and your joyful camaraderie.

    Thank you, thank you, thank you, for this programming!

    It was produced so beautifully. At the end, there was a nice closing from Luke, and comments from Chris Hayes, mentioning his gratitude to his team for a wonderful event. Th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BGDem
    United States23 days ago
  • Michael Steele is a favorite!

    Direct, honest and excellent analysis. He doesn’t beat about the bush!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sbcweb
    United Statesa month ago
  • 8.28.26

    Elis jordan is the worse! Please don’t have her fill in ever again.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    midwestBlue
    United States2 months ago
  • Both sides

    I hear both siderism and I’m out

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pcta
    United States3 months ago
  • Symone

    STT is literally the best news commentator of all time. I could listen to her read the telephone book. I wish she was my friend in real life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DontSayNothing
    United States5 months ago

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Overall, the show is seen as a strong source of up-to-date political and policy insight for decision-makers and informed consumers.
Some listeners want more balance and less partisanship in certain episodes.
Listeners appreciate the candid, tough-minded analysis and feel the hosts push back on partisan talking points.

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Talking Points

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’The Bar Is in Hell'
Q: What is the state of your race? And do you agree with the president at this point?
Roy Cooper says the race is positive for him but remains an uphill climb in a state where Democrats have rarely won statewide federal elections. He points to concerns about living costs and healthcare as reasons voters may want change.
’The Bar Is in Hell'
Q: When we're looking at folks that are in Trump world, they're not, a good number of them aren't in the White House now anymore. People like Alina Haba, right, two of his top political operatives, right, are helping foreign governments, political parties in elections. And we're watching millions of dollars be funneled to these operatives. And this is a question of the Ford Agents Registration Act, in the extent to which, if you were in the DOJ, what questions would you be asking about all of these operatives suddenly taking foreign money, but then it's not easily searchable, and so it just leads to even more questions.
Brendan Ballou says investigators would need to examine the agreements and how money changed hands. He adds that state attorneys general and private plaintiffs may have ways to enforce related laws even when federal enforcement is limited.
'This Is How Authoritarianism Operates'
Q: Did the BBC actually do anything wrong?
Angelo Carusone says the BBC made an ordinary editorial edit that might be debated as a matter of fairness, but he does not believe it was defamatory. He says the lawsuit's broader effect may be to make newsrooms more cautious about covering powerful figures.
'This Is How Authoritarianism Operates'
Q: What is the lawsuit you filed trying to accomplish, and could it affect the midterms?
Marc Elias says the lawsuit seeks to stop the administration from pressuring election officials to remove voters from rolls or intimidate voters, on a nationwide basis. He argues that federal officials have no proper role in certifying state elections and that threats of criminal liability can chill election workers.
‘The Call Is Coming From Inside the House’
Q: What can the Senate do between now and January 3rd without the power of the purse, without the Democrats not having the House? What can you do to try and stop this?
Chris Coons points to Republican senators who can challenge the administration, including through oversight, and says Congress should seek answers from SpaceX, Elon Musk, the president and the Pentagon.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Weeknight

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

A sharp, policy-forward talk show featuring a rotating panel of hosts who interview politicians and newsmakers about current events, national security, elections, and media dynamics. Episodes frequently center on First Amendment issues, press access, governance, and the interplay between political strategy and public policy, often balancing investigative angles with live reporting and partisan perspectives. Notable strengths include a steady rotation of high-profile guests, strong host-panel dynamics, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with accountability and legal context. This program is likely to appeal to listeners who want quick-fire political analysis, access to influential policymakers, and informed debate framed around... more

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2. Ken Martin
3. Pete Buttigieg
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5. Scott Colom
6. Kristen Clarke
7. Esosa Osa
8. Katherine Clark

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