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Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast

Every week Chris Hayes asks the big questions that keep him up at night. How do we make sense of this unprecedented moment in world history? Why is this (all) happening? This podcast starts to answer these questions. Writers, experts, and thinkers who are also trying to get to the bottom of them join Chris to break it all down and help him get a better night’s rest. “Why is this Happening?” is presented by MSNBC and NBCNews Think.

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History and Scandal with Rachel Maddow

Nov 20, 2018
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Slavery’s Enduring Political Legacy with Maya Sen and Matthew Blackwell

Nov 13, 2018
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The Trump Scheme to Rig the Census with Dale Ho

Nov 6, 2018
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BONUS: Midterm Watch with Daniel Nichanian

Nov 1, 2018
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White Identity Politics with Michael Tesler

Oct 30, 2018
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Medicare for All with Abdul El-Sayed

Oct 23, 2018
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Voter Suppression Past and Present with Carol Anderson

Oct 16, 2018
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The Myths of the Ruling Class with Anand Giridharadas

Oct 9, 2018
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Women, Rage, and Power with Rebecca Traister

Oct 2, 2018
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Social Infrastructure Week with Eric Klinenberg

Sep 25, 2018