Best Disturbed Nerds Podcasts (2025)

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‘Manipulation and Control’ 45:51

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October 13, 2025 8pm: Trump’s White House is off the rails, in the past week persecuting his political enemies, levying new tariffs on China, and laying off over 4,000 federal workers. Angelo Carusone, President and CEO of Media Matters and Ankush Khardori, former Federal prosecutor, join The Weeknight to break down the administration’s escalating …

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‘Loyalty Won’t Save You’ 41:52

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October 13, 2025 7pm: Rep. Pramila Jayapal joins to break down House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ urgent call to action, the growing outrage on Capitol Hill, and the mounting demands for accountability as the government shutdown extends into day 12. Plus: Trump retribution takes center stage as Tish James speaks out, Comey faces key court dea…

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Bonechilling Tales 59:54

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House of Horrors Nightfall

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‘Highly Disturbing’ 41:14

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October 9, 2025 7pm: MSNBC reports The Trump administration’s next target in its retribution campaign is Fmr. National Security Advisor John Bolton, following his targeted attacks on New York AG Letitia James and Fmr. FBI Director James Comey. Illinois AG Kwame Raoul joins The Weeknight to weigh in. Plus: House Oversight Committee ranking member Re…

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‘Fear Has Become Policy’ 41:57

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October 9, 2025 7pm: New York AG Letitia James faces criminal charges after a grand jury indicted her. MSNBC investigative reporter Carol Leonnig, Democracy Docket Founder Marc Elias, and Fmr. Assistant District Attorney Catherine Christian join the conversation as Trump escalates his retribution campaign against his perceived enemies. For more, fo…

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'People are Outraged' 41:32

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October 8, 2025 7pm: Fmr. FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty at a historic arraignments. Lisa Rubin and Miles Taylor were inside the courtroom. And Jacob Soboroff is on the streets of Chicago, as National Guard troops roll into Chicago amid growing protest. Plus: The Senate struck down the same two short-term government funding measures tod…

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‘Blatant Defiance’ 41:56

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By Sen. Chris Murphy, Symone Sanders-Townsend, Marc Elias, Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Michael Steele, Alicia Menendez

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‘Legislative Insanity’ 42:19

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By Michael Steele, Symone Sanders Townsend, Hakeem Jeffries, George Conway, Alicia Menendez, Rob Bonta, Dan Rayfield

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‘Redefining Dissent as Treason’ 41:42

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By Adelita Grijalva, Symone Sanders Townsend, Michael Steele, Ankush Khardori, Angelo Carusone, Alicia Menendez

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Listen in the Dark 1:11:31

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CBS Radio Mystery Theatre The Hermit's Cave

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‘Spineless and Afraid’ 42:06

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October 3, 2025 7pm: Tim O’Brien and Catherine Christian discuss a new letter from the fired national security prosecutor warning that President Trump’s political firings at the Department of Justice make us all less safe. Then Maj. Gen. Randy Manner (Ret.) and Lt. Col. Rachel E. VanLandingham (Ret.) discuss Trump’s expanded use of federalized troo…

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‘Unhinged Nerd’ 41:19

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October 2, 2025 7pm: Former DC Police Officer Michael Fanone and Former RNC Spokesman Tim Miller react to the Trump Administration’s escalating rhetoric around U.S. Troops in American cities. Plus, MSNBC Senior White House Correspondent Vaughn Hillyard delivers insight into the Trump Administration’s plans to slash the federal workforce. And Rep. E…

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‘Untenable’ 42:27

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October 1, 2025 7pm On day one of the government shutdown, Democrats are standing firm - aiming to protect health care benefits Republicans want to cut. Reps. Greg Casar and Jasmine Crockett join The Weeknight with the latest on negotiations as hundreds of thousands of federal workers are furloughed nationwide. Plus two civil rights lawyers at the …

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‘Real Pain’ 41:51

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September 30, 2025 7pm: The Weeknight hosts talk to two retired Generals after Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivered a dangerous politicized speech to America’s military leaders. Plus, Sen. Chris Coons talks about negotiations in the Senate as the government barrels towards a shutdown. And as Trump doubles down on his retribution campaign aga…

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‘Who Do You Think They’ll Come For Next?’ 42:12

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September 29, 2025 8pm: The Comey case is being hailed as the “first domino,” raising the question of how far Trump will go to enforce the political retribution that has fueled his movement for years. Rep. Maxwell Frost, a member of the House Oversight Committee, joins The Weeknight to respond to this escalating moment and the looming government sh…

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‘Government Dysfunction At Its Finest’ 42:03

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September 29, 2025 7pm: Shutdown brinkmanship is reaching a fever pitch as fears of mass layoffs ripple through the federal workforce. Rep. Brendan Boyle, the top Democrat on the House Budget Committee, joins The Weeknight to explain what’s at stake. Plus, Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield responds to Trump’s deployment of federal agents to Port…

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Gothic Horror 56:40

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Weird Circle Beyond Midnight

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‘We Don’t Live in a Monarchy’ 41:54

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September 26, 2025 7pm: MSNBC Legal Correspondent Lisa Rubin and Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, join The Weeknight with the latest developments in the indictment of fmr. FBI Director James Comey Plus, Jimmy Kimmel Live! returns to both Nexstar and Sinclair’s ABC-owned stations after a week-long blackout. Author Corey Brettsc…

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‘James Comey Indicted’ 46:36

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September 25, 2025 7pm: MSNBC reports former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted. MSNBC legal analysts Mary McCord and Kristy Greenberg join The Weeknight to discuss. Plus: Top Democrats in the House and Senate are investigating whether law firms that cut deals with the Trump administration earlier this year are breaking the law by providing…

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‘Buckle Up and Settle In’ 42:17

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September 24, 2025 7pm: MSNBC Justice and Intelligence Correspondent Ken Dilanian joins The Weeknight to break down his new reporting with Carol Leonnig revealing Former FBI Director James Comey’s expected indictment by Trump’s DOJ. Former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance and Democracy Docket founder Marc Elias also join the conversation. Plus, House Over…

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‘You Can’t Win If You Don’t Fight’ 42:01

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September 23, 2025 7pm: House and Senate Democrats are investigating the Trump administration’s decision to shut down an FBI probe into Border Czar Tom Homan, who was caught taking a $50,000 cash bag, sources/attribution told MSNBC. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a member of the House Oversight Committee, joins The Weeknight to discuss. Plus, Rebecca Slaug…

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‘Courage Breeds Courage’ 41:48

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September 22, 2025 8p: Following the news of Jimmy Kimmel’s return to his late-night slot, conservative broadcast group Sinclair says it will preempt the show across ABC affiliate stations. Anna Gomez, the lone Democrat on the Federal Communications Commission, joins The Weeknight to react to the breaking news. Plus, Kamala Harris is out with a new…

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‘Fighting Over Folding’ 42:02

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September 22, 2025 7p: “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is returning to television Tuesday night following the show’s suspension last week. Angelo Carusone, President and Chair of Media Matters, and Neera Tanden, President and CEO of The Center for American Progress, join The Weeknight hosts to discuss ABC’s decision to reinstate the late-night show after wide…

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The Lore of Lovecraft 48:28

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Suspense Black Mass

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'Forced Out' 42:55

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The U.S. Attorney in Virginia, who refused to file criminal charges against a perceived political enemy of the President, has resigned under pressure from the White House. MSNBC legal analyst Kristy Greenberg, MSNBC Senior Investigative Correspondent Carol Leonnig, and President and CEO of Democracy Forward Skye Perryman react to the breaking news.…

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'Descent to Authoritarianism' 42:00

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Donald Trump is now floating the idea of revoking the FCC licenses of TV networks he claims are “against” him. That decision could fall to FCC Chair Brendan Carr, the same man who just ramped up pressure on ABC to punish Jimmy Kimmel over a monologue about Charlie Kirk. Democratic Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota joins The Weeknight to respond. Plus…

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‘They Want Us To Be Afraid’ 42:21

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September 17, 2025 7pm: Former President Barack Obama warns the nation is in a "political crisis" after Trump and his allies use Charlie Kirk’s killing to justify silencing opponents and going after the “radical left.” DNC Chair Ken Martin joins The Weeknight after condemning political violence and calling for unity. Plus, ousted CDC officials call…

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‘History Is Watching’ 42:15

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September 16, 2025 7pm: Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, member of the House Judiciary Committee, joins The Weeknight ahead of FBI Director Kash Patel’s appearance before that panel tomorrow. Plus: Former Sen. Joe Manchin, in his new book “Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense,” takes aim at Washington’s “toxic” political culture. He joins The Weeknigh…

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‘A Movie We’ve Seen Before’ 41:20

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September 15, 2025 8pm: The House Oversight Committee has received new documents from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, including a previously redacted name from his infamous 50th birthday book. Rep. Robert Garcia, the committee’s ranking member, joins The Weeknight with the latest. Plus, fmr. federal prosecutor Maureen Comey is suing the Trump administrat…

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‘How Do We Move Forward?’ 42:01

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September 15, 2025 7pm: Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt talks about the importance of leadership in times of national division. Plus, fmr. Democratic congressman Connor Lamb and MSNBC Senior White House Correspondent Vaughn Hillyard break down how Democrats and Republicans should be responding to the dangerous political environment we’re in followin…

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‘A Delicate Dance’ 42:14

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September 12, 2025 7pm: Memphis mayor Paul Young joins The Weeknight to weigh in on President Donald Trump’s threat to send the National Guard into his city. Plus, Senate Republicans are invoking the “nuclear option” in their voting rules to speed up the confirmation process for Trump’s lower-level nominees. MSNBC host of “Way Too Early” Ali Vitali…

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‘Scare Tactics’ 41:55

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September 11, 2025 7pm: Rev. Al Sharpton, host of MSNBC’s PoliticsNation and founder of the National Action Network, joins The Weeknight as the FBI combs through tips to track down the shooter who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Plus, The United States commemorates the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. For more, follow us on …

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‘Humiliation Ritual’ 41:59

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September 9, 2025 7pm: Reps. Eric Swalwell and Jared Moskowitz, join The Weeknight to discuss the GOP efforts to reopen the wounds of one of the most divisive events in American history: January 6th. Plus, MSNBC political analyst Tim O’Brien and host of “The Bulwark” podcast Tim Miller and join to break down the latest denial efforts by Trump in as…

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‘Follow the Money’ 41:33

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September 8, 2025 8pm: Rep. Jasmine Crockett from the House Oversight Committee weighs in on the fight for transparency on The Epstein Files. Plus legal analyst Mary McCord and political analyst Kimberly Atkins Stohr weigh in on the newly-released Epstein estate documents, and new reporting from the New York Times on JP Morgan Chase and Epstein. An…

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‘Behind the Curtain’ 42:01

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September 8, 2025 7pm: Political Strategist Lucy Caldwell and Former Naral President Ilyse Hogue weigh in on Donald Trump’s growing Epstein Scandal, after the House Oversight Committee released a birthday message apparently from Trump to Epstein in 2003. Plus, FWD.US Vice President Andrea Flores joins the conversation to discuss a new Supreme Court…

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‘So Disrespectful’ 42:05

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September 5, 2025 7pm: Former CIA Director John Brennan and Fmr. Rep. Max Rose, a combat veteran, weigh in on the President’s attempt to rebrand the Department of Defense the “Department of War.” Plus, as the House Oversight Committee prepares to see new, unredacted Epstein documents, attorney Norm Eisen and Legal Analyst Kristy Greenberg join the …

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‘The Pressure is Mounting’ 41:48

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September 4, 2025 7pm: Former HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra joins The Weeknight to weigh in on the backlash and the future of public health as HHS secretary RFK Jr. testifies in front of the Senate. Plus, it would take only two more Republicans to force a House vote directing Trump’s Justice Department to release the Epstein files. Charlie Sykes, MS…

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‘Courage Is Contagious’ 41:54

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September 3, 2025 7pm: Rep. Robert Garcia, top Democrat on the Oversight Cmte., is calling for an independent investigation of the DOJ’s transfer of Ghislaine Maxwell. He joins The Weeknight to explain why. Plus: Liz Stein – a survivor of Epstein’s abuse - delivered a powerful message at a rally today where victims of the disgraced financier and Gh…

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'This Is Not About Safety' 41:58

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September 2, 2025 7pm: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins The Weeknight to respond to Donald Trump’s threats to deploy troops into his city. Plus, the House Oversight Committee just released over 33,000 pages of documents related to the Epstein trial. Former federal prosecutor Ankush Khadouri and Spencer Kuvin, attorney representing several Epstei…

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TOP TIER HORROR... 2:14:02

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Lights Out Quiet Please Suspense Black Mass Hall of Fantasy

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‘It Is Illegal’ 40:56

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August 29, 2025 5p: In a special 5pm version of The Weeknight, MSNBC legal analyst Mary McCord and Former DOJ official Anthony Coley preview Democrats’ renewed focus on the Epstein files ahead of their return from congressional recess. Plus, Trump’s efforts to expand his immigration crackdown and justify a military takeover of Chicago, and a look-b…

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‘The Makings of a Dictator’ 42:32

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August 29, 2025 4p: In a special 4pm version of The Weeknight, Reps. Maxine Waters and Debbie Wasserman Schultz weigh in on Trump’s showdown over Fed Governor Lisa Cook’s attempted firing. Plus: Trump’s tariffs hike prices, and Cracker Barrel caves to political pressure. For more, follow us on Instagram and BlueSky @weeknightmsnbc. To listen to thi…

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Season 7: Episode #012 - Zombies, Spoofs & Spider-Man: Nerd News Roundup 1:26:21

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The boys are back with a jam-packed news roundup! Ludo, Timi, and Joey dive into the latest from film, TV, anime, and comics, with their usual unfiltered takes and banter. This week, the Council breaks down: Disney reportedly developing Cool Runnings 2 with an all-female bobsled team – do we need it? Crunchyroll teaming up with Delta Airlines to br…

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‘Is It Hyperbole to Say We’re In Trouble?’ 41:58

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August 28, 2025 7p: As the White House installs RFK Jr.’s right-hand man as CDC director following the sudden and chaotic firing of the agency’s current chief, several top CDC officials are resigning in solidarity. One of those officials, Dr. Dan Jernigan, joins The Weeknight to respond. Plus, Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is suing President T…

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‘We Have to Take Action’ 42:05

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August 27, 2025 7p: Following a deadly shooting at a catholic school in Minneapolis, The Weeknight hosts are joined by Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar to discuss the latest in the tragic incident. Plus, the breaking news out of the CDC, where the Director is being pressured to step aside and several agency officials are resigning. For more, follow us on …

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‘Watch Your Vote’ 42:20

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August 27, 2025 7p: Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is not backing down after Donald Trump’s very public attempt to fire her, announcing today that she will challenge the president in court. Fmr. Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Rohit Chopra and Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, join The Weeknight to disc…

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‘Fishing Expedition’ 41:47

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August 25, 2025 8p: Questions mount over bizarre investigations and the Justice Department’s handling of Ghislaine Maxwell. Jennifer Freeman, attorney for Epstein accuser Maria Farmer, joins The Weeknight to respond. Plus, Trump escalates his war on democrat-led cities, threatening to expand his deployment of National Guard troops to other major ci…

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‘This Isn’t About Crime’ 42:03

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August 25, 2025 7p: Democratic governors are pushing back against Trump’s threats to deploy troops to their cities– most recently Chicago and Baltimore. Conservative attorney George Conway joins The Weeknight to respond. Plus, House Democratic Caucus Chair Rep. Pete Aguilar joins to discuss how Democrats are pushing back against Trump’s retribution…

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The Hunt Begins.... 1:01:13

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Escape Inner Sanctum

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‘Clearly a Cover-up’ 42:44

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August 22, 2025 7p: The Justice Department released a transcript of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s prison interview with Ghislaine Maxwell. Brendan Ballou, a former federal prosecutor and Justice Department attorney, and Kristy Greenberg, a former federal prosecutor and MSNBC legal analyst, join The Weeknight to weigh in. Plus, The House Ov…