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Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with anticipating mounting as Michael Cohen prepares to testify on Monday in Donald Trump's criminal trial, poised to confront his former boss's legal defense head-on. While Trump's lawyers are expected to discredit Cohen as a habitual liar, his consistent narrative, reinforced by corroborating testimonies from other prosecution witnesses, lends weight to his claims. Meanwhile, Trump seems to be assembling his notorious entourage, including Paul Manafort. The once-convicted felon turned pardoned, alleged "bad guy for hire," notorious for his dealings with autocrats like Putin's Russia and Congo's Mubutu Sese Seko, is now allegedly seeking favor from China. Adding to Trump's woes, his former admiration for RFK Jr. now turns to concern as the latter gains traction within Trump's anti-vaxx MAGA base, prompting a state of panic within the former president's inner circle. Listen now!

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid delves into the unfolding drama as Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL), known for his own corruption allegations, becomes the first of many Trump loyalists and potential vice presidential candidates to appear at his criminal trial, a stark reminder of the controversies surrounding the former president's inner circle. Additionally, we shine a spotlight on the peculiar presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., including the startling revelation of a worm affecting his brain. Listen now to this latest edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid invites us to confront the incredulity of a system where certain individuals, by virtue of their status, can aspire to the presidency despite their actions. Reflecting on past impunity and the present reality, we witness the recurring pattern of evasion of consequences. For Donald Trump, this includes the suspicious delays in not one, but three of his criminal trials, a move that seems strategically aimed at safeguarding his chances, potentially influencing the upcoming election. Meanwhile, in the pivotal battle for Senate control, the possibility of a Republican flip in a Maryland seat looms large. Angela Alsobrooks, a Democratic candidate tasked with thwarting this potential shift, joins Joy tonight to discuss the stakes. Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with the testimony of Stormy Daniels, the pivotal figure in Trump's hush money scandal, who took to the witness stand on Tuesday, recounting in vivid detail the purported sexual encounter that left her shaken and the $130,000 payment aimed at silencing her. Also, don't miss more of Joy's exclusive interview with WNBA star Brittney Griner, where she shares her survival journey, from imprisonment in a Russian gulag, to the letter she penned to Putin, to the fallout with Trump, and then the heartwarming story of her return home. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

In tonight's episode of The ReidOut, WNBA superstar Brittney Griner sits down with Joy Reid for her inaugural cable interview since her detainment in a Russian penal colony. We delve into her experiences of fear, political intricacies, Putin's influence, and how her upbringing equipped her for such a harrowing ordeal. Additionally, we unpack more incriminating testimony against Donald Trump in his ongoing criminal trial in New York, this time from a former accountant of his company alleged to have facilitated reimbursements for Michael Cohen's payment to Stormy Daniels. Amidst these developments, there is a glimmer of hope regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict as Hamas signals acceptance of an Egyptian-Qatari ceasefire proposal. The looming question remains: How will Israel respond to this potential shift towards peace? Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

MSNBC hosts Joy Reid and Rachel Maddow teamed up for a live event at the historic Apollo Theater in New York City. They discussed Joy’s "New York Times" bestselling book, "Medgar & Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America," and how the mission of these civil rights pioneers is now more urgent than ever.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with Hope Hicks's revelation of a pivotal conversation to the January 6th committee, amplifying her potential to contribute to Trump's tarnished legacy, as she testifies in his ongoing criminal trial in New York. Additionally, we delve into the political repercussions stemming from the pro-Palestinian campus protests and emphasize the imperative to refocus attention on the dire situation unfolding in Gaza. Meanwhile, Kristi Noem's attempt to bury the past backfires as the truth emerges, exposing a web of deceit in her latest book. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with President Biden walking a fine line, defending campus protests while unequivocally condemning lawbreaking and hate speech amid ongoing police crackdowns nationwide. Additionally, Queen Rania of Jordan sheds light on the conflict that ignited these protests and the immense suffering endured by the people of Gaza in an exclusive sit down with Joy. Plus, on Monday, WNBA superstar Brittney Griner joins Joy Reid in her first cable interview since her release from a Russian gulag. We bring you a preview of this cable exclusive. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Chris Hayes is taking his podcast “Why Is This Happening?” on tour this Fall. At the most recent stop in Philadelphia, he was joined by MSNBC’s own Joy Reid. Joy shared the twists and turns of her journey to becoming host of The ReidOut, including her years in Florida, which have given her unique insight into the state’s current culture wars.Stay here to listen to the full conversation, and check out msnbc.com/podcasts for more.

Actress Justina Machado hosts an honest, thought-provoking conversation with Latina trailblazers shaping American culture including: Julissa Arce, Author of You Sound Like A White Girl: The Case for Rejecting AssimilationGloria Estefan, Grammy-Award Winning Singer, Actress and PhilanthropistMaria Hinojosa, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist and Anchor of Latino USAGloria Calderón Kellett, Executive Producer and ShowrunnerBricia Lopez, James Beard Award-Winning Restaurateur and AuthorJanel Martinez, Writer and Founder of Ain’t I Latina?Mónica Ramírez, Co-founder and President of The Latinx HouseGina Torres, Actress and ProducerThe special centers on a fabulous dinner party at Casa Blanca in Beverly Hills, where guests discuss their lived experiences and defining moments as Latina women. The episode also features an exclusive interview with Oscar and Emmy-nominated actress and activist Rosie Perez and how being Latina in the entertainment industry has shaped her personally and professionally.

MSNBC’s Joy Reid and Tiffany Cross host a dinner party at Minton’s in Harlem with Black female trailblazers who are shaping America’s culture, including:Ryan Michelle Bathe, Actress and Producer, Star of NBC's "The Endgame”Tarana Burke, Activist, Author, and Founder of the Me Too MovementNikole Hannah-Jones, New York Times Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist and Creator of the 1619 ProjectCaptain Timika Lindsay, Partner, “Diversity Crew” and Retired U.S. Navy CaptainRep. Ayanna Pressley, Congresswoman, Democrat from MassachusettsMaria Taylor, NBC Sports, HostRobin Thede, Creator and Showrunner, HBO Max’s “A Black Lady Sketch Show”Tamika Tremaglio, The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), Executive DirectorMelba Wilson, founder and executive chef, Melba’s in HarlemThroughout the revelatory dinner, guests share personal stories and experiences about what it’s like to be a Black woman in America and what it’s like to spark change. The episode also features Reid’s exclusive interview with Vice President

Joy Reid will be contributing to MSNBC’s special coverage of the January 6th Hearings this month, beginning on Thursday, June 9th. Good news: you can listen to the full hearings, plus the team’s analysis before and after each hearing, as podcasts. The episodes will be dropping into The Rachel Maddow Show feed. Head there now and hit “follow” so you don’t miss a moment: https://link.chtbl.com/trms16_jr.

In this bonus episode for The Reid Out listeners, Joy Reid joins Trymaine Lee on Into America.Growing up, Joy Reid loved to watch the news with her mother – and even remembers staying up late to watch coverage of the Iran Hostage Crisis as a middle schooler. Along the course of her career, Joy’s worked in local news, as a press secretary for the 2008 Obama campaign, and written books on American politics.And she recently became the host of a new primetime show on MSNBC: The ReidOut, which premiered last month. More than 2.5 million people tuned in.This is Joy’s third show for MSNBC. She previously hosted an afternoon show called The Reid Report and AM Joy, which aired on weekends. With The ReidOut, Joy is now the first Black woman to host a national primetime news show since PBS NewsHour’s Gwen Ifill died in 2016, and the first Black woman to anchor a primetime network show in the history of cable TV.On Into America, Reid tells Trymaine Lee what led to this moment, and how she plans to make the most of it. Fo

Joy Reid conducts one-on-one conversations with politicians and newsmakers while addressing provocative political issues both inside and outside of the beltway. Reid, who is also a best-selling author and public speaker, joined MSNBC in 2011 as a contributor. Drawing from her decades-long experience in politics, passion for addressing the intersection of race, justice and culture, as well as her signature tenacious interviewing style, Reid kicks off MSNBC’s primetime lineup by delving into American politics as it unfolds.