The Best People with Nicolle Wallace

Intelligence veteran Sue Gordon knows it's important to say hard things about America. As she puts it, “that is the best love that there is.”

Heather Cox Richardson identifies a change in American politics. And it’s coming from the people.

Rachel Maddow knows what awaits Republicans: "criminal liability, moral liability, and humiliation."

Jim Acosta held Donald Trump to account for years as a CNN White House correspondent. He’s still calling it like he sees it.

Senator Raphael Warnock understands that we are in a tough moment in our country. But he hasn’t lost faith — and he doesn’t want us to do so either.

Jack Smith has been at the top of President Trump’s enemies list for years. Now, he’s ready to talk — exclusively with Nicolle Wallace.

As America nears its 250th anniversary, Dr. Eddie Glaude won't whitewash the truth of where we've been and where we're headed.

Pablo Torre understands sports have power — politically, economically, and emotionally.

Don Lemon believes that the American people deserve better. From the White House and from the media.

Liz Oyer was fired for not succumbing to the Trump administration’s demands. Over a year later, she’s still not yielding.

Bob Costas believes that like in sports, certain things in politics are just common sense.

Ben Rhodes understands how important the messenger is to the message. And looking at the speeches that defined our national identity can show us a way forward.

Ken Burns on the venality and virtue of America at 250.

Chris Hayes knows that the superpower of the human species is that we can acclimate to anything. This includes the chaos of Trump and adapting artificial intelligence into our lives.

AI – and coverage of it – is everywhere. But what is artificial intelligence, really, beyond the buzzword? Each week, in a special new miniseries - ‘The AI End Game’ - Chris Hayes is joined by preeminent experts on AI and its effects to help make sense of this revolutionary time in history.

Sarah Longwell is a “bulwark” against allowing democracy to crumble. And she’s got the data to show Americans how it's done.

From negotiating with toddlers to lifting the nuclear moratorium, Governor Mikie Sherill gets it done.

Sherrilyn Ifill is a civil rights litigation powerhouse, cross-examining the American culture climate to zero in on what it will take to rebuild what's been broken.

Kara Swisher explains the freedom gained from accepting death as part of life. And she has a prescription for what’s ailing us: healthcare, community and connection.

Robert De Niro knows that courage is contagious. And he will not be intimidated by Trump.

Alex Wagner on why MAGA is souring on Trump. And how Democrats can take a page from his carnival barker brand of politics.

Julie K. Brown broke the Epstein story wide open. And she’s still digging.

Lieutenant General Mark Hertling is a leader and a father. He’s seen war firsthand and knows it should always be a last resort.

Comedic superstar Tig Notaro on her documentary “Come See Me in the Good Light” and the legacy of the poet Andrea Gibson.

Eddie Glaude, Mitch Landrieu, and Tom Nichols on the erosion of the public good in Trump’s America.

Robert De Niro knows that courage is contagious. And he will not be intimidated by Trump.

Scott Galloway on his economic strike campaign, ‘Resist and Unsubscribe.’

A preview of “MS NOW Presents: Clock It” – your invitation to Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels’s weekly groupchat.

Rosie Perez is scared just like the rest of us. But it doesn’t stop her from using her voice.

Introducing “Clock It,” a new podcast posted at the intersection of culture and politics from Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels.

Obama’s Attorney General doesn’t mince words about much. Eric Holder on immigration, Minnesota, and midterms.

Ambassador Susan Rice says Trump is exercising power without restraint and warns that the U.S. is committing “superpower suicide.”

Oliver Darcy keeps watch over the forces toxifying American media. And he’s ready for a reckoning.

Heather Cox Richardson explains the “Putinization” of America and the need for “We The People” to harness our inherent power.

A special invitation from Rachel Maddow.

The legendary singer and activist says the world is scarier now. How’s she coping? By dancing with drag queens.

Rosie O’Donnell on Trump’s cacophony of chaos and the art of self-preservation.

Marc Elias is an election litigation powerhouse. And he has no nostalgia for the legal and political norms Trump has flattened.

Leslie Jones is a comedic powerhouse with a mind for politics. And she’s got words for complacent Americans.

Rachel Maddow has a singular talent for deciphering American history. She’s using the stories of our past to diagnose our present.

Claire Danes knows what it takes to realize a character. And how fun it is to take a ride in their shoes.

Rachel Maddow’s new podcast “Burn Order” drops 12/1. Listen to the trailer now!

Jess Michaels’ equilibrium was destroyed by Jeffrey Epstein. Now she and other survivors are demanding justice and accountability.

Heather Cox Richardson sees an American realignment happening. And the return of human agency.

Scott Galloway thinks young men are paying for his privilege. He’s on a mission to change that.

Jon Favreau and Tommy Vietor see two paths Americans can take right now: “fighting or giving up.” They’re choosing to fight.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker believes “the foundations of our nation are being tested.”

Charlamagne Tha God preaches speaking truth to power on both sides if we want to save our “fragile” Constitution.

Jen Psaki’s podcast “The Blueprint” is back with more on how the Dems can fight and win again! Listen to an excerpt now.

Acting is Martin Sheen's profession, but activism "keeps him alive.”

Anthony Scaramucci knows his history. And he sees how President Trump has “lost a step” since his first term.

Rosie O’Donnell on Trump’s cacophony of chaos and the art of self-preservation.

The legendary singer and activist says the world is scarier now. How’s she coping? By dancing with drag queens.

Jess Michaels’ equilibrium was destroyed by Jeffrey Epstein. Now she and other survivors are demanding justice and accountability.

Stacey Abrams shines a spotlight on Trump’s autocratic moves. And she’s ready for the fight.

Legendary documentarian Ken Burns’s new film on the American Revolution reminds us: history doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes.

“Somebody Feed Phil” star Phil Rosenthal believes food is the great connector, laughter is the cement and if you can “open a mouth, you can open a mind”.

Jon Lovett calls B.S. on Trump 2.0 and explains why the Epstein story should keep Trump up at night.

Melissa Murray understands what's at stake with a conservative supermajority at the Supreme Court and how it is re-shaping our Democracy.

Jacob Soboroff brings us exclusive reporting on Trump’s mass deportation crackdown and reflects on the personal toll of covering immigration on the frontlines.

Tim Miller joins to talk about creating a lasting pro-democracy movement and parenting at this political moment.

Jeff Daniels is an actor with incredible range. And a deep moral compass.

Listen to Nicolle’s interview with Coach Youman Wilder, who fended off the ICE agents who questioned his young baseball players.

Music legend Jimmy Jam shares anecdotes and wisdom from his decades-long career as a producer and songwriter.

Sarah Jessica Parker is an icon of style, grace and compassion. And a champion of books, ballet and journalism.

Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach talk with Nicolle about the brutality of immigration court, resisting fascism, and parenting.

The MeidasTouch brothers know how to reach a pro-democracy audience: by lifting up rather than punching down.

Milwaukee Buck's head coach Doc Rivers joins Nicolle to chat about our democracy, our political future and our basketball.

Kara Swisher talks with Nicolle about Trump’s odd magnetism, Elon’s drug use and A.I.’s impact.

Rachel Maddow and Nicolle Wallace chat about shirtless Vladamir Putin, due process and good old-fashioned protest.

On the first episode of The Best People, Nicolle Wallace and Jason Bateman talk podcasting, Trump and body splats on the pavement.

An invitation inside Nicolle Wallace’s short list of the most inspiring people she knows.