The Joy Reid Show

In this special two-hour of the Joy Reid Show, Joy discusses the importance of independent media, highlights the upcoming interview with Kamala Harris, and delves into the concerning public health policies under RFK Jr.'s leadership. The conversation with Dr. Peter Hotez explores the impact of anti-vaccine policies, the role of state officials, and the organized disinformation campaigns affecting...

In this conversation, Joy-Ann Reid interviews journalist Vicky Ward about her extensive reporting on Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and their connections to powerful figures, including Donald Trump. Ward discusses the implications of Epstein's relationships, the financial dealings that raised questions of blackmail, and the role of Ghislaine Maxwell as an enabler. The conversation also touche...

In this episode of the Joy Reid Show, Attorney General Letitia James discusses her ongoing investigation into the Trump Organization, the legal challenges faced, and the broader implications of these actions on civil rights, particularly for Black women. She addresses the patterns of targeting individuals who challenge Trump, the impact of immigration policies, and the economic consequences of tar...

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...

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 di...

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 disc...

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 movemen...

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 Palanti...

In this bonus mini-episode: self-described racist groyper Nick Fuentes turns out to be right about one thing: Trump and Republicans are playing white Americans for suckers." Joy Reid breaks down the backlash to Trump approving 600,000 new visas for Chinese students, as MAGA influencers rage over what they see as a betrayal of “America First.” She exposes the hypocrisy of Republicans stoking anti-i...

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...

In this conversation, Maryland Governor Wes Moore discusses the increasing authoritarianism of the Trump administration, the role of state governors in protecting civil liberties, and the implications of federal overreach. He emphasizes the importance of the National Guard's proper use, the impact of federal layoffs on Maryland's economy, and the need for immediate action on issues like reparation...

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...

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 Kenyat...

In this conversation, newly elected Mayor Barbara Lee discusses her journey in politics, the importance of community engagement, and the challenges faced by Black mayors in Donald Trump's America. She reflects on her experiences with the Black Panther Party, the significance of coalition building among diverse communities, and the need for grassroots organizing to combat autocracy. Lee emphasizes...

In this episode, Joy talks with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott about the ways to actually reduce crime and gun violence -- and surprise, it's not by using the military to occupy cities and the Diistrict of Columbia. We also dove into the latest on the TEXIT drama and the racist maps -- and whether Democrats were returning to the state to help Republicans make quorum, with State Rep. Jolanda Jones,...

In this episode of the Joy Reid Show, host Joy-Ann Reid discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding voting rights in Texas, focusing on the implications of recent gerrymandering efforts by the state's Republican leadership. Joined by Texas State Representative Jolanda Jones, they break down the even more racist maps Republicans dropped after many Democrats -- but not Rep. Jones -- returned to th...

In this episode we talk #occupiedDC with Rev. Mark Thompson, host of Make it Plain, and former DC Metro police officer and January 6 hero Michael Fanone, host of the Michael Fanone Show on Substack, about Trump's latest Epstein files distraction: his militarized takeover of the nation's capital. Subscribe to Make it Plain:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-it-plain-mip-with-rev-mark-thomps...

In this episode, we talk Texas gerrymandering, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the implications of the October 7 attack. Joy talks with legendary journalist Chris Hedges, whose new book, A Genocide Foretold, details the moral catastrophe in Gaza. Then we spoke with Beth Miller, Political Director of Jewish Voice for Peace and Jewish Peace Action, Barry C. Trachtenbert, the Michael R....

In this episode of the show, Joy speaks in-depth with former Columbia University grad student Mahmoud Khalil about his arrest and detention, which he endured for more than 100 days with no charges. Then, she speaks with author and internationally renowned global economic scholar, Dr. Dan Steinbock about the absolute moral catastrophe of the genocide Israel is perpetrating in Gaza. And finally, Joy...

This conversation explores the alarming parallels between the dystopian world depicted in 'The Handmaid's Tale' and the real-life implications of Project 2025, a plan by the Heritage Foundation to impose a Christian nationalist agenda in America. The discussion highlights the historical context of maternity homes and adoption practices, particularly focusing on the Liberty Godparent Home at Libert...

On this episode of The Joy Reid Show, Joy talks with Texas State Rep Aicha Davis, who's serving in her first term in the Texas House of Representatives in House District 109 in Southern Dallas County. Representative Davis is one of more than a dozen Texas Democrats who have left the state for blue states like Illinois and Massachusetts to deny Republicans a quorum as they seek to obey Gov. Greg Ab...

On this episode of The Joy Reid Show, Howard University law professor and former LDF Director Counsel Sherrilyn Ifill breaks down what's at stake in the fight over Texas non-census-year redistricting, as Democrats flee the state to try to stop it, and the case winding its way to the Supreme Court that could further gut the Voting Rights Act. Then, Joy speaks with Texas candidate for governor, ranc...

In this episode of the Joy Reid Show, Joy discusses the ongoing Epstein cover-up, the implications of Trump's regime, and the troubling trends in American politics, including historical revisionism and human rights violations. We spoke with Casey McManus and Karress Marie, co-founders of The People’s Sick Day movement, Yale professor Harold Koh and Texas congressman Al Green. TakeawaysThe Epstein...

On this episode of the Joy Reid Show, Michael Cohen joins us to talk Trump, Epstein, and what he says is Trump's inexplicable failure to get himself out of the Epstein mess. Next, Joy is joined by Tennesseee State Rep Justin Jones, who was locked out of a hearing on a plan by Tennessee Republicans to hand over land in Jones' district to Elon Musk to build a Tesla super-tunnel, regardless of the im...

On this episode of The Joy Reid Show, we talk with Texas congressional candidate Isaiah Martin about his confrontation with state officials who are seeking to gerrymander his state, and we ask May Wiley of the Leadership Council for Civil and Human Rights whether Democratic-run states could survive court challenges if they retaliate in kind. And we host our pre-August Moral Monday with Bishop Will...