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Ali Velshi brings his sharp analysis and perspective to weekend mornings.

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Latest Episodes

Georgia political expert Greg Bluestein and MS NOW’s Steve Benen break down key races for Democrats looking to flip seats in the midterms; an Iran war update from Inzamam Rashid in Dubai; KFF Health News’ Philip Galewitz explains how Trump’s hunt for... more

Constitutional law expert Kermit Roosevelt III explains why the Supreme Court case against birthright citizenship is setting us back as a nation; journalist David Ariosto discusses the crisis in Cuba and the Trump administration’s role in it; Rep. Ma... more

As Trump unleashes new threats against Iran, U.S. forces rescue the missing American airman whose fighter jet was shot down over Iran on Friday; with Democrats pushing to protect their chances in the midterms, Michael Shure and Jeff Schapiro dig into... more

Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) discusses Pam Bondi’s firing and what could come next for the DOJ; the latest on the ongoing search and rescue operation for the missing American airman who was shot down over Iran; in the wake of this week’s Supreme Court r... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Bluestein
Political reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Episode: All Eyes on Virginia & Georgia ahead of the Midterms
Christina Greer
Associate professor of political science at Fordham University; cohost of FAQ NYC
Fordham University / FAQ NYC
Episode: All Eyes on Virginia & Georgia ahead of the Midterms
David Ariosto
Veteran journalist with international reporting background, author
CNN/Times/various outlets
Episode: The Attack on Birthright Citizenship Is Setting the U.S. back
Jeff Schapiro
Scholar at the University of Virginia Center for Politics
University of Virginia
Episode: Democrats Work to Protect Their Chances in the Midterms
Richard Stengel
Former Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs; MS NOW Political Analyst
MS NOW
Episode: Democrats Work to Protect Their Chances in the Midterms
Michael Shure
Political journalist
Longtime political journalist
Episode: Democrats Work to Protect Their Chances in the Midterms
Gerrard Conley
Author of Boy Erased and All the World Beside; Velshi Banned Book Club guest
Author/Activist
Episode: When Extreme Loyalty Isn’t Enough for Trump
Aaron Haynes
Editor-at-large of the 19th News, MS NOW political contributor
MSNBC / 19th News
Episode: Trump: the Ineffective Communicator
Sean Morales Doyle
Director of the Voting Rights and Elections Program at the Brennan Center for Justice
Brennan Center for Justice
Episode: Trump: the Ineffective Communicator

Host

Ali Velshi
Host of Velshi, renowned journalist and commentator.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Why are yesterday’s episodes posted as today’s?

    It’s Sunday and Saturday’s episodes are posted as if they’re today’s. Last week Nicolle Wallace’s Wednesday episode never posted at all. Who’s in charge?

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    a speck of stardust
    United States13 days ago
  • The best of the best

    I’ve followed Ali for several years now and I can’t tell you how impressively smart and informative Velshi is.

    I just heard he’s moving to a weekday slot, wherever he is I’ll continue to follow him.

    Thank you & good luck, Ali. You’ve been a big part of my learning journey.

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    Susanyb60
    United States20 days ago
  • please velshi

    for the love of goddess velshi, slow down!!

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    3
    midwestBlue
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good information!!

    Ali always is a straight-shooter when it comes to his broadcasts!

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    5
    Maggie_laborlaw
    United States2 months ago
  • ICE propaganda ads on the televised show

    The ICE propaganda ads on your televised show was disconcerting as well as nauseating as there is ample evidence that these ads contained outright lies.

    Apple Podcasts
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    JT Laguna Niguel
    United States2 months ago

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Guests from diverse fields are seen as credible and insightful, though some critique commercial breaks and episode pacing.
The show is valued for connecting current events to historical context and democratic norms.
Listeners praise clear, calm delivery and rigorous analysis of complex policy issues.

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#174
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Millions come out for ‘No Kings’ protests
Q: Colm Tobin, how did your short story collection, especially Five Bridges, contextualize the immigrant experience in a way that resonates with current events?
Tobin describes using fiction to explore identity, exile, and moral choices under political pressure, framing personal narratives as a mirror to collective social dynamics during upheaval.
Millions come out for ‘No Kings’ protests
Q: Tim, let's talk about the broader significance of these protests. What do you think this moment means for American democracy?
Snyder suggests that the protests symbolize a reassertion of citizen agency across the political spectrum, and that sustained organization and visibility can constrain power while keeping democratic norms alive.
Third ‘No Kings’ protests attracts millions nationwide
Q: Given that you're here today, give me the context.
Timothy Snyder provides historical framing of the No Kings protests as a cross-partisan mobilization against concentrated power, emphasizing the role of collective civic action and the broader threat to democratic norms.
An Even Bigger ‘No Kings' Day Is Coming
Q: Senator Whitehouse, how would the Save America Act change voting access and what are the implications for democracy?
Whitehouse argues that the act would disenfranchise many voters through mass voter suppression and a national DHS database, while also criticizing the underlying motives and lack of justification for these changes, urging voters to push back against such measures.
Trump Goes All In on the SAVE Act
Q: What is the core concern about the SAVE Act and its impact on voters?
The core concern is that the SAVE Act would impose extra documentation requirements for registering to vote, potentially disenfranchising large numbers of citizens who lack readily available citizenship documents, while offering limited funding or support to election offices to implement these new rules.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Velshi

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

A politically focused, issue-driven program that blends hard-news analysis with policy and cultural commentary. Episodes frequently unpack democratic norms, congressional oversight, fiscal and foreign-policy decisions, and the ethics of technology in national security. A recurring strength is weaving live reporting with expert interviews from lawmakers, journalists, scholars, and policy thinkers, plus occasional cultural segments like book club discussions that illuminate historical parallels to current events. The show's format and guests tend to attract listeners who want clear explanations of how policy and power play out in the U.S. and abroad, with an emphasis on accountability, governance, and democracy.

Notable strengths include a s... more

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