Meet the Press Archive
Classic, unedited episodes from the longest-running show in television history. Since 1947, Meet the Press has welcomed world, national and cultural leaders for conversations that defined their era.
Governors find common ground around America 200 (July 4, 1976)
On a special edition of Meet the Press broadcast live from Philadelphia, governors from across the country and both parties joined the program to mark the nation’s bicentennial: Govs. Michael Dukakis (D-Mass.), Robert Ray (R-Iowa), Wendell Anderson (D-Minn.), Mills Godwin (R-Va.) and Milton Shapp (D-Pa.).
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Gary Hart suspends presidential campaign over affair scandal (May 10, 1987)
Democratic presidential frontrunner Gary Hart saw his campaign collapse after reports of an extramarital affair sparked a media firestorm. Fellow presidential candidates Rep. Dick Gephardt (D-Mo.), Rev. Jesse Jackson and former DNC chairman Robert S. Strauss joined Meet the Press to weigh in.
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Barack Obama’s first interview on Meet the Press (July 25, 2004)
Illinois State Sen. Barack Obama (D) joined Meet the Press for the first time after being selected to deliver the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention — a speech that would help launch him onto the national political stage and change the trajectory of his career.
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Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley & NBA All-Stars on Meet the Press (Feb. 9, 1997)
FEB. 9, 1997 — Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Grant Hill and commissioner David Stern joined Meet the Press on the fiftieth anniversary of the NBA.
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Barney Frank on the evolution of gay rights and trust in government (March 15, 2015)
Former Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) joined Meet the Press for an interview around his autobiography, “Frank: A Life in Politics from the Great Society to Same-Sex Marriage.” Frank passed away on May 20, 2026, at the age of 86.
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Chinese Premier Zhao Ziyang speaks with Meet the Press (Sept. 27, 1987)
NBC News’ Tom Brokaw traveled to Beijing to speak with Zhao Ziyang, premier of China and the acting head of the Chinese Communist Party, in the first interview Zhao had ever given to American television. Watch the full episode from the Meet the Press archive.
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Ted Turner reflects on CNN and his life (Nov. 30, 2008)
CNN founder Ted Turner joined Meet the Press around the release of his autobiography “Call Me Ted.” Turner passed away on May 6, 2026, aged 87.
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James Comey on Trump, Hillary Clinton and the FBI (April 29, 2018)
Former FBI Director James Comey joined Meet the Press to weigh in on President Trump’s credibility, the Steele Dossier and the Hillary Clinton e-mail investigation. Watch the full episode from the Meet the Press archive.
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Prince Philip on the future of the British monarchy (Nov. 9, 1969)
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and royal consort of Queen Elizabeth, joined Meet the Press during a 1969 tour of North America.
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NYC Mayor John Lindsay on his party switch and presidential run (Feb. 13, 1972)
In an interview with Meet the Press, New York City Mayor John Lindsay, a longtime Republican, discussed his decision to seek the Democratic presidential nomination.
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Fidel Castro says he is 'not a communist' (April 19, 1959)
Fidel Castro appeared on Meet the Press for his first visit to the United States since the Cuban revolution, nearly three months earlier.
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Astronaut John Glenn, the first American to orbit Earth (July 21, 1963)
Lt. Col. John Glenn joined Meet the Press to discuss U.S. plans to land an astronaut on the moon and defended the need for Congress to fund NASA.
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Apollo 11: Meet the Press covers the first moon landing (July 13, 1969)
JULY 13, 1969 — Meet the Press broadcast from Cape Kennedy space center and welcomed the three NASA astronauts who commanded Apollo missions 8, 9 and 10 ahead of the historic launch of Apollo 11, which would land Americans on the moon.
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VP Gerald Ford on Watergate and the 1973 oil crisis (Jan. 6, 1974)
Vice President Gerald Ford joined Meet the Press in the aftermath of the Watergate scandal and as the U.S. was reeling from the 1973 energy crisis.
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Robert Mueller on rebuilding the FBI after 9/11 (June 2, 2002)
Then-FBI Director Robert Mueller joined Meet the Press to discuss sweeping changes at the Bureau following the September 11, 2001, attacks. Mueller died Saturday at 81.
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Martin Luther King Jr. calls for nonviolent protests (April 17, 1960)
As the civil rights protests of the 1960s spread across America, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. joined Meet the Press to urge his supporters to commit to nonviolent resistance.
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When Meet the Press turned the tables and let the guest ask questions (Dec. 24, 1950)
Inspired by the spirit of Christmas, Meet the Press invited Sen. Paul Douglas (D-Ill.) to try his hand as a moderator and ask questions of the panel. “It is a novel experience for a politician to have the chance to question the members of the press,” Douglas said. “Until this afternoon the shoe has always been on the other foot.”
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Robert Frost reveals the poem that defines America (Dec. 25, 1955)
Robert Frost, the only poet ever to receive four Pulitzer prize awards, joined Meet the Press on Christmas Day 1955 and was asked which of his poems best captured the spirit of America.
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Rob Reiner on Hollywood and his advocacy for same-sex marriage
On June 4, 1995, Rob Reiner joined Meet the Press to defend Hollywood from charges that it had been “consumed by mindless violence and loveless sex.” Reiner returned on March 31, 2013, as the Supreme Court considered the constitutionality of same-sex marriage.
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Bush v. Gore: Meet the Press covers the election settled by the Court (Dec. 17, 2000)
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, incoming White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card, Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott (R-Miss.) and House Minority Leader Dick Gephardt (D-Mo.) joined Meet the Press after the Supreme Court settled the recount dispute in Florida's 2000 presidential election between George W. Bush and Al Gore.
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Dick Cheney on America’s response to 9/11 (Sept. 16, 2001)
Vice President Dick Cheney sat down with Meet the Press days after the attacks on September 11 for a wide-ranging interview at Camp David. On Nov. 20, 2025, the former chief of staff, congressman and influential vice president was laid to rest.
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Special Preview: New Podcast Series
In this special preview, NBC News National Investigative Reporter Mike Hixenbaugh tells you why you can’t miss MSNBC’s newest podcast, “American Radical.” In this five-part original series, host Ayman Mohyeldin explores the story of Rosanne Boyland, a woman from his own hometown who became a foot soldier in one of the most dangerous movements in America and died at the Capitol on January 6th. Listen to the first episode and follow or subscribe to the series: https://link.chtbl.com/americanradical_feed
The Lid of all Lids: Our final show
Carrie Dann and Mark Murray say goodbye, but not before looking back at some of their favorite moments from the Lid.
The Lid of all Lids: Our final show
Carrie Dann and Mark Murray say goodbye, but not before looking back at some of their favorite moments from the Lid.
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How big is the fire that Biden wants to fight?
Carrie Dann looks at poll numbers from Pew Research to see just how much distrust there is between Democrats and Republicans.
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How big is the fire that Biden wants to fight?
Thomas Jefferson's inaugural etiquette could be all of us
Carrie Dann looks at the numbers for inaugurations past.
Post-election, pessimism numbers on the rise in latest NBC News poll
Carrie Dann looks at the right-track/wrong-track numbers in the latest NBC News poll and finds a pessimistic public.
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Post-election, pessimism numbers on the rise in latest NBC News poll
Carrie Dann looks at the right-track/wrong-track numbers in the latest NBC News poll and finds a pessimistic public.
First Ladies: How falling spousal approval ratings reveal partisanship
In the latest NBC News poll, Jill Biden's favorability falls as partisanship rises. Carrie Dann reports.
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First Ladies: How falling spousal approval ratings reveal partisanship
In the latest NBC News poll, Jill Biden's favorability falls as partisanship rises. Carrie Dann reports.
Then vs. Now: A look back at Trump’s presidency by the numbers
Mark Murray looks back at the last four years and recounts all the ways President Trump changed the White House.
Then vs. Now: A look back at Trump’s presidency by the numbers
Mark Murray looks back at the last four years and recounts all the ways President Trump changed the White House.
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Half of respondents say Trump should be removed from office after Capitol riot
The latest NBC News poll shows little change in how many people believe President Trump should be removed from office.
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For Republicans, the politics of impeachment aren't as simple as they seem
Carrie Dann looks at why ten Republicans voted for impeachment in the House of Representatives.
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After four years, Trump's approval rating changed significantly for the first time
A new poll shows a major shift in support for President Trump, despite historically steady numbers.
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One precedent Trump is (kind of) upholding? Skipping the inauguration of his successor
Carrie Dann looks back in time to see why some previous presidents skipped the inaugurations of their successors.
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Biden cabinet roll-out draws contrast in split-screen America
With control of the Senate in Democratic hands, President-elect Biden has moved ahead with his cabinet plans. Carrie Dann explains.
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Half of respondents say Trump should be removed from office after Capitol riot
The latest NBC News poll shows little change in how many people believe President Trump should be removed from office.
For Republicans, the politics of impeachment aren't as simple as they seem
Carrie Dann looks at why ten Republicans voted for impeachment in the House of Representatives.
