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ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joy Reid dives into the turmoil inside Trump’s renamed “Department of War,” where Secretary Pete Hegseth is restoring Confederate base names despite legal bans. She breaks down the Supreme Court’s new greenlight for racial profiling, forcing Black and brown Americans to carry “Papers” everywhere. Joined by Kara Swisher, Joy also exposes Trump’s military strike in the Caribbean, the crackdown on dissent in Chicago, media censorship at the U.S. Open, and how tech billionaires and fossil fuel lobbyists are teaming up with MAGA allies to reshape America into a corporate, white nationalist state. SUBSCRIBE to never miss a moment!: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJoyReidShow?sub_confirmation=1#JoyReidShow #JoyAnnReid #TheJoyReidShow #JoyReid #joyreidyoutube Chapters 00:00 Pete Hegseth Rebrands the Pentagon as “Department of War” 05:09 Renaming the Military "A Performance or a Policy Shift?" 06:22 “Erasing History” or Honoring Traitors? The Base Renaming Debate 13:15 Military Bases, Performative Racism, and Dangerous Overreach 16:00 Sen. Eric Schmitt Says “America Belongs to White People” 23:55 Trump Jokes about “War with Chicago” 36:38 Billionaire Media, Power, and the Toxic Embrace of Trump 49:00 How Tech Titans and Trump Are Reshaping America’s Future 59:00 JD Vance’s Limitations as a Possible Heir 1:05:00 Trump’s Final Act "Legacy, Power, and the End of an Era" 1:08:40 Kara’s Final Thoughts on Power and Fear ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show https://www.youtube.com/@TheJoyReidShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Joy Reid and Kara Swisher discuss the complex relationship between tech CEOs and Donald Trump, exploring the motivations behind their actions and the implications for democracy and capitalism. They delve into the influence of billionaires in politics, the future of technology and energy, and the evolving political landscape in the wake of Trump's presidency. The discussion also touches on the role of evangelical Christians in politics and the potential consequences of Trump's policies on the economy. The conversation delves into the ongoing political struggles in Missouri regarding redistricting and the citizen initiative process, highlighting the efforts of Democratic representatives to mobilize against Republican tactics. It also touches on the Palestinian experience, emphasizing the importance of personal narratives and humor in storytelling. The discussion further explores the growing empathy for Palestinians in the U.S. and the manipulation of media narratives in politics. ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Joy Reid Show, Joy discusses the complexities of Donald Trump's political influence, the rise of QAnon, and its connections to the Epstein case. The conversation highlights the unexpected emergence of Marjorie Taylor Greene as a voice of reason amidst the chaos. Joy also addresses the ongoing protests against Trump's policies, the economic challenges facing the labor movement, and the importance of public action in resisting authoritarianism. The episode culminates in a call to action for the upcoming No Kings Day 2.0, emphasizing the need for grassroots mobilization and solidarity among communities.Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview of the Show00:57The Rise of QAnon and Its Impact03:39Donald Trump's Connection to QAnon06:37Marjorie Taylor Greene: A Surprising Voice of Reason08:30The Epstein Case: A Real Conspiracy?10:37Public Response to the Epstein Files12:40Labor Market Insights and Economic Challenges15:15Victims' Voices: The Epstein Press Conference21:42The Legacy of Epstein and Victim Advocacy24:21Political Resistance and the Role of Activism28:50The Impact of Military Presence on Civil Rights31:19Labor's Role in Social Justice Movements37:00Economic Challenges Facing Communities of Color44:29Mobilizing for Change: No Kings Day 2.0 ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Joy talks with Texas congresswoman Jasmine Crockett about the Black members who actually delivered accountability on the Epstein files, and what she heard from the brave Jeffrey Epstein-Ghislaine Maxwell survivors who came to Capitol Hill this week. Next, Joy speaks with Maurice Mitchell, leader of the Working Families Party, about the surprising head of the CIA contractor Palantir, which is erecting a national surveillance society in the U.S. that will give a handful of billionaires control over much of our lives. Then, Christian Smalls returns to TJRS to share his plans to take his fight to hold Israel accountable for its military forces thwarting a Gaza aid trip for starving Gaza Palestinians, and for allegedly assaulting him after detaining him and 19 of his fellow activists. SUBSCRIBE to never miss a moment!: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJoyReidShow?sub_confirmation=1#JoyReidShow #JoyAnnReid #TheJoyReidShow #JoyReid #JoyReidYouTube ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show https://www.youtube.com/@TheJoyReidShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this captivating discussion, the backlash against Trump's approval of 600,000 student visas for Chinese students takes center stage. Joy Reid highlights the hypocrisy of Republican nativism while billionaires benefit from cheap labor. The conversation critiques how immigrant fears distract from educational inequalities that American students face. It delves into the manipulation of anger in politics, revealing how economic exploitation impacts various groups and calling for unity against systemic disparities.

In this conversation, Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago discusses the city's challenges, including crime reduction, community trust in policing, and the importance of immigration policies. He highlights his administration's achievements in youth employment, mental health services, and affordable housing. The mayor emphasizes the need for accountability in policing and the significance of community engagement in governance. He also addresses the impact of federal policies on local communities and advocates for reparations and social justice initiatives. This episode sponsored by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Go to http://FFRF.us/school or text my first name, “JOY” to 511-511 to stand up for REAL Freedom! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Chicago's Challenges 02:58 Mayor Brandon Johnson's Vision and Achievements 05:47 Policing and Community Trust 08:40 Consent Decrees and Police Accountability 11:42 Immigration and Community Safety 14:47 The Role of Mayors in Modern Governance 17:56 Community Engagement and Youth Employment 20:40 Addressing Federal Policies and Local Impact 23:41 Reparations and Social Justice 26:48 Conclusion and Future Aspirations SUBSCRIBE to never miss a moment!: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJoyReidShow?sub_confirmation=1#JoyReidShow #JoyAnnReid #TheJoyReidShow #JoyReid #JoyReidYouTube ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show https://www.youtube.com/@TheJoyReidShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wes Moore, the Governor of Maryland and decorated military veteran, dives deep into issues of state rights and civil liberties. He critiques the authoritarian tendencies of the Trump administration and discusses the implications of federal overreach, particularly in military actions. Moore emphasizes the urgency of addressing reparations and immigration, while also fighting against gerrymandering. He underscores the importance of preserving historical education amid censorship and promotes hope and resilience for Maryland's future.

On this episode, Joy walks us through the history of terrorism in Palestine ... but not by Palestinians ... unveiling the history of two designated Jewish terrorist groups called the Irgun and Stern Gang. Next, Joy speaks with filmmaker Robert Greenwald, whose new documentary, "Gaza Journalists Under Fire" tells the searing story of three of the 192 Palestinian journalists who have been killed by the Israeli military. Then, Joy and Bishop William Barber serve up the latest Moral Monday, calling out false religionists who claim to be Christian, while violating all of God's word and imposing their false beliefs on the country. Many thanks to The Freedom From Religion Foundation for sponsoring this show! To support FFRF click here: https://www.ffrf.us/school ... or Text “JOY” to 511 511 to support their important work defending our rights and protecting us from becoming Gilead. To watch "Gaza Journalists Under Fire" click here: https://vimeo.com/showcase/gaza?video=1088187911 To support or join Moral Mondays, go to Bishop Barber's Repairers of the Breach organization, here: https://breachrepairers.org/ ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Joy speaks with Nicole Collier, the Texas state representative who was locked in the chamber by Republicans for refusing to sign the "plantation permission slip" to be minded by state police to ensure that they would be in chambers to witness the crushing of Black and Latino voter power in Texas. We also talk Trump, autocracy and outrage with Pennsylvania State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, who also serves as DNC vice chair, about the many ugly policies Trump and Republicans putting place at the national and local level. And we're joined by Jennifer Welch, who went viral for telling white voters who "triple Trumped" to stay out of Mexican, Indian and other ethnic restaurants, and go to Cracker Barrel instead. We talk about the right's fake outrage about Cracker Barrell's new logo. Thank you to our sponsor, the Freedom From Religion Foundation! To support America's most fundamental civil liberties, go to https://www.ffrf.us/school or Text “JOY” to 511 511. Support Texas Rep. Collier here: https://votenicolecollier.com/ Subscribe to I've Had It! here: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=i%27ve+had+it+podcast Support ABOUT JOY REID: Joy-Ann Lomena Reid (AKA Joy Reid) is a best-selling American author, political journalist and TV host. She was a national correspondent for MSNBC and is best known for hosting the Emmy-nominated, NAACP Award-winning political commentary and analysis show, The ReidOut, from 2020 to 2025. Her previous anchoring credits include The Reid Report (2014–2015) and AM Joy (2016–2020). STAY CONNECTED WITH THE SHOW: Website: https://www.joyannreid.com Substack: https://substack.com/@joyannreid Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Joy-Reid-Show/61576759980854/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyreidshow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejoyreidshow Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/joyannreid.bsky.social FOLLOW JOY ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyreidofficial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyannreid/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyreidofficial Want to hear more of our theme song? Check out the Foodchain page on BandCamp: https://thefoodchain.bandcamp.com/track/the-foodchain-basically-ft-jd-era ============================= Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contains content that is property of The Joy Reid Show, a production of Image Lab Media Group. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to this YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Joy Reid Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices