Podcast · 321 episodes
The Beat with Ari Melber, page 6
by Ari Melber, MS NOW · English
Ari Melber delivers the biggest political and news stories of the day, with interviews and original reporting from around the nation. An Emmy-winning journalist, attorney and former Senate staffer, Melber cuts through the spin and the noise to tell you what's really happening. Real news, every night.
All episodes, page 6
BONUS: Melber & Fukuyama on billionaires, U.S. decline & if public trust is ‘cooked’Francis Fukuyama discusses billionaires’ influence on democracy (using Elon Musk as an example), the decline of public trust in the U.S., and how this connects to his earlier ideas about “Trust” and…27 Apr 2026 · 45 min · 20 chapters
Trump DOJ Backs Down From Failed Probe Into Fed ChairThe DOJ drops a subpoena-quashed criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, framed as political revenge and intimidation; discussion also covers broader Trump-era “failed probes,”…27 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 19 chapters
Tucker and Megyn Kelly Reject TrumpThe episode argues that Trump’s second-term problems—especially the Iran/war fallout and rising consumer costs—are driving prominent right-wing figures to break with him, while also fueling broader…23 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 12 chapters
Tucker Bails on Trump Right as Approval CrashesThe episode argues Trump’s second-term approval has collapsed (about 33%), driven by economic dissatisfaction and an Iran-related “war tax” on gas, and claims MAGA media figures are publicly breaking…22 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 18 chapters
Tucker Shuns Trump, Apologizes for 'Misleading' VotersThe episode argues that Trump’s second-term policies are driving real economic pain (especially higher gas prices and inflation), and that right-wing media figures are reacting—sometimes with belated…21 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 13 chapters
Veterans Protest Trump’s Iran War at CapitolThe episode covers political and economic fallout from Trump’s Iran war, including veterans arrested protesting on Capitol Hill, rising gas prices, and cabinet turmoil.20 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 20 chapters
BONUS: Jay McInerney & Ari MelberThe episode is a “bonus” conversation mixing (1) Jay McInerney’s new novel about New York class, culture, and COVID, and (2) Ari Melber’s political/economic commentary, including a “greed era”…20 Apr 2026 · 40 min · 12 chapters
U.S. Rocked as Trump Stokes High Prices and Tough Choices Even as Stocks ReboundThe episode argues that Trump-era policies are worsening everyday life while markets celebrate possible de-escalation in the Iran war.17 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 23 chapters
Trump Plagued by Gas Prices, War in Iran, Clash with PopeThe episode argues that Trump’s agenda is collapsing under messaging blunders and escalating religious/political clashes, while his DOJ is sliding into “revenge” and his mental acuity is increasingly…17 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 12 chapters
NY AG James on Verdict Against Ticketmaster and Live NationThe episode centers on New York Attorney General Letitia James’s exclusive interview after a jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster guilty of illegal monopoly practices.15 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 18 chapters
New Scrutiny on Trump's Mental AcuityThe episode focuses on backlash to Donald Trump’s AI “Jesus” post (he claimed it was a doctor), arguing it’s alienating religious voters and reflecting broader concerns about his unpresidential…14 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 14 chapters
Trump Stokes Scandal with Jesus Post, Pope AttackThe episode of The Beat (Ari Melber) covers multiple U.S. and international developments.13 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 16 chapters
BONUS: From woke to MAGA to A.I.: Erykah Badu’s entire Ari Melber interviewAri Melber’s full interview with Erykah Badu, covering her “Baduism” philosophy, staying authentic, evolving creatively, hip-hop as a whole culture, her fashion/aesthetic choices, her album New…13 Apr 2026 · 50 min · 21 chapters
Key Iran Negotiations About to BeginThe episode opens with a quick sponsor segment, then shifts to “Key Iran Negotiations About to Begin.” The U.S. is preparing for new ceasefire talks in Pakistan led by Vice President J.D. Vance.10 Apr 2026 · 40 min · 13 chapters
Trump Ramps Up Threats to Iran After CeasefireThe episode (The Beat with Ari Melber) focuses on escalating U.S.-Iran tensions after a negotiated ceasefire, especially Trump’s renewed threats and the fragile ceasefire’s impact on the Strait of…9 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 16 chapters
BONUS: Ari on Jay-Z’s path from projects to Wall St, MLK & Blueprint Breakdown (1996-2026)A “bonus” episode analyzing Jay-Z’s rise from Brooklyn projects (1996) to Wall Street/business success (1996–2026), using his albums Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint as a “blueprint” for how…9 Apr 2026 · 20 min · 8 chapters
Why Trump Backed Down on Iran as MAGA RevoltsThe episode examines Trump’s sudden two-week Iran ceasefire after extreme threats, arguing the deal is fragile and not matching claimed objectives.8 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 17 chapters
BREAKING: Trump delays Iran deadlineThe episode reacts to President Trump’s threatened deadline for an Iran deal/“status quo,” including claims he threatened to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and to carry out attacks on Iran that hosts…7 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 17 chapters
Amid Gas Prices Spike, Trump Issues New Threats Against IranThe episode discusses rising gas prices amid a global energy crisis, and criticizes President Trump’s aggressive threats toward Iran, including claims that targeting power plants and bridges could…6 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 21 chapters
BONUS: Snoop Dogg talks Tupac’s politics and iconic music in extended pod with Ari MelberSnoop Dogg discusses his album Algorithm and how he “breaks the algorithm” by making music feel right, not just sound hot; his role as an executive/creative consultant at Def Jam; his views on…6 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 28 chapters
Trump's War Problems Multiply: Gas Spike, Defense Budget, F-15 Shot DownThe episode (The Beat with Ari Melber) opens with breaking news that a U.S.3 Apr 2026 · 41 min · 15 chapters
Trump Fires Attorney General Pam BondiThe episode covers President Trump firing Attorney General Pam Bondi after 14 months, replacing her with Deputy AG Todd Blanche (acting).2 Apr 2026 · 42 min · 15 chapters
NASA’s Artemis II Launches Astronauts on Historic Mission Around the MoonThe episode centers on two “historic firsts”: the imminent launch of NASA’s Artemis II, the first crewed mission around the Moon in over 50 years, and a political discussion about President Trump’s…1 Apr 2026 · 50 min · 17 chapters
Nobel Economist: Trump's War Driving Up PricesThe episode argues that Trump’s war in/against Iran has threatened the Strait of Hormuz, spiking oil and gas prices, worsening markets, and raising recession risk; it also covers related political…31 Mar 2026 · 42 min · 14 chapters