On with Kara Swisher Joy Reid on Dems, Gaza & Independent Media
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Aug 28, 2025 
Joy Reid, a political analyst and former MSNBC host known for her independent media platforms, shares her journey transitioning to independent content creation after her show was canceled. She explores the challenges and freedoms of platforms like Substack and YouTube, discussing timely topics such as the Gaza conflict and the Democratic Party's future. Reid also reflects on the rebranding of MSNBC to 'MSNOW' and emphasizes the power of independent media to challenge conventional narratives and engage younger audiences in political dialogues.
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Sudden Departure And Team Layoffs
- Joy Reid describes being surprised by her abrupt firing from MSNBC despite recent renewal and awards.
- She recounts staff layoffs and colleagues scrambling to reapply, which she found the most upsetting part.
Wearing Every Production Hat
- Reid explains the biggest challenge of independence is doing many jobs with a much smaller team.
- She notes her background as a producer helped but managing everything while being talent remains exhausting.
Let Interviews Breathe
- Go long when you can: longer interviews let guests explain nuance and build trust.
- Independent media can host extended conversations that short cable segments cannot.
