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Rachel Maddow, MS NOW
The Rachel Maddow Show airs Mondays at 9pm ET on MS NOW and drops shortly thereafter in this feed.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 43min
Maddow: Why does Trump keep talking like a fascist? Because it works.
Podcast discusses recent bomb threats targeting synagogues in multiple states, the importance of protecting democracy and recognizing fascist tactics, the consequences of civil lawsuits against individuals and organizations, pursuing justice and accountability against Rudy Giuliani, and the actions taken against a Florida GOP chairman accused of sexual assault and rape.

Dec 12, 2023 • 43min
'The need for speed': Jack Smith adds specialist to shortcut Trump delay tactic
This podcast explores Operation Pistorius, where Nazi saboteurs were dropped off in the US during WWII. It also discusses the efforts of organizations like the Center for Reproductive Rights and Planned Parenthood. Additionally, it covers the damages trial against Rudy Giuliani and Trump's strategies to defend himself against charges. The podcast also touches on the erosion of government power in a democracy.

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Dec 5, 2023 • 47min
'He is not the lesser of two evils': Cheney emphasizes severity of Trump threat
Cheney emphasizes severity of Trump threat, false claims surrounding 2020 election, dangers of a second Trump administration, defending democracy against Trump's threat

Nov 28, 2023 • 43min
Republican threat to Fani Willis runs into legal wall at state supreme court
Republican refusal to certify local election results seen as dress rehearsal for 2024 chaos. Heroes in Dublin: delivery driver and French kid intervene in knife attack. Efforts to protect reproductive rights, UN Refugee Agency work, Rosalind Carter tribute, and Georgia officials' refusal to certify elections. Growing trend of Republican officials questioning Georgia election results and its implications. Georgia Supreme Court ruling invalidates law giving legislature power to remove prosecutors. Georgia legislature's attempt to remove prosecutors and the criticism against Fani Willis. Release of hostages in Israel and upcoming Liz Cheney interview.

Nov 24, 2023 • 1h 39min
BONUS: Live with Chris Hayes and Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow joins Chris Hayes for a live taping. They discuss saving American democracy, the current political moment, and Maddow's book. They explore the tension between self-determination and democracy, the rise of fascism in America, and Planned Parenthood's fight for reproductive rights. They also discuss the influence of media, the paradox of fascism, and the power of language. Finally, they emphasize the importance of non-political relationships.

Nov 21, 2023 • 10min
PREVIEW: WITHpod Live with Chris Hayes and Rachel Maddow
Chris Hayes and Rachel Maddow discuss the 2024 election, the future of American democracy, and Rachel's new book 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism'. They delve into the dangerous nature of Henry Ford's anti-Semitism and his influence on Adolf Hitler and Mein Kampf.

Nov 21, 2023 • 44min
'This is what they do': U.S. sees familiar pattern of authoritarian attack on the media
Attacks on the media by authoritarian leaders are a global phenomenon, with examples from Argentina, Brazil, Poland, and Hungary. Concerns raised about Univision's shift away from its founding vision. Recent court decision may hinder voting rights. Non-union strategies employed by auto companies.

Nov 14, 2023 • 43min
Trump tests Republican Party willingness to follow him into fascism
The podcast examines corruption scandals in the Supreme Court, global protests for Gaza, and the removal of a Catholic bishop. It explores the importance of institutions and the challenges they face. Former Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis reveals Trump's plan to stay in the White House, sparking a discussion on historical precedent. The speaker emphasizes the need to defend democracy and highlights the Supreme Court's new code of conduct and skepticism around its enforcement.

Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 25min
Special coverage: Post-debate analysis of the third Republican presidential primary debate
Analysis of the third Republican primary debate and the absence of Donald Trump. Discussion on the candidates' stance on abortion, the challenges faced, and importance of exceptions. Examining the behavior of a Republican candidate who targets individuals and women. Analyzing the impact of Trump's absence from debates and candidates' motivations. Discussion on fundraising, choice between Trump and Biden, and upcoming debates.

Nov 7, 2023 • 43min
Report paints ominous picture of early days of planned second Trump term
Topics covered include UAW president negotiating historic deal for union workers, Mississippi governor's race and Kentucky abortion ban, history and effectiveness of strike tactics, alarming plan to deploy military against civil demonstrations, alleged plan to use Insurrection Act for a second Trump administration, and discussion on the future of a second Trump administration.


