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The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Lawrence O'Donnell, MS NOW
Donald Trump
Kamala Harris
Joe Biden
2024 Presidential Election
Project 2025
Democratic Party
NATO
Gun Violence
Biden Administration
Ukraine
Republican National Convention
Pennsylvania
Voting Rights Act
Harris Campaign
North Carolina
Israel
Lincoln Project
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
January 6th Insurrection
Michelle Obama

Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.

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Tonight on The Last Word: The GOP House Armed Service Cmte. Chair announces he's ending the probe into a Sept. 2nd boat strike. Also, Democrats probe the ties between Trump officials and immigration contractors. Plus, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Pow... more

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats demand the Pentagon release the boat strike video. Also, Donald Trump proposes a health care plan that the ACA already delivers. Plus, a federal judge rules the grand jury documents in Ghislaine Maxwell's New York ... more

Tonight on The Last Word: Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. Also, The Washington Post reports Donald Trump pardoned dozens of accused of drug-related crimes. Plus, MS NOW reports Kash Patel’s girlfriend asked FBI... more

Tonight on The Last Word: Questions grow amid shifting stories of boat strikes. Also, health care premiums are set to spike in the new year. Plus, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Donald Trump “has been right” on tariffs. And U.S. Foreign Servic... more

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Recent Guests

Congressman Ro Khanna
Democratic Congressman from California and member of the House Oversight Committee.
US House of Representatives
Episode: Lawrence: If Trump hasn’t called you a ‘terrible reporter’ then you’re not doing your job
Senator Jon Ossoff
Democratic Senator from Georgia and member of the Intelligence, Appropriations, and Rules committees.
US Senate
Episode: Lawrence: If Trump hasn’t called you a ‘terrible reporter’ then you’re not doing your job
Rachel VanLandingham
Retired United States Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and law professor.
Southwestern Law School
Episode: Hegseth faces calls to resign over boat strikes, Signalgate
Adam Smith
Democratic Congressman and top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee
Episode: Lawrence: Trump heightens insanity of war-mongering as Epstein island images released
Chuck Schumer
Senate Democratic Leader
Episode: Lawrence: Trump heightens insanity of war-mongering as Epstein island images released
George Will
Conservative political commentator and writer.
The Washington Post
Episode: Lawrence: Hegseth's story on boat strike hinges on a new ‘fog of war’ lie
Rand Paul
Republican Senator providing commentary on military operations and accountability.
U.S. Senate
Episode: Lawrence: Hegseth's story on boat strike hinges on a new ‘fog of war’ lie
Afton Bain
Democratic candidate addressing issues of healthcare and grassroots mobilization in the South.
Democratic Party
Episode: Lawrence: Hegseth's story on boat strike hinges on a new ‘fog of war’ lie
Pete Hegseth
Former Secretary of Defense involved in military operations under scrutiny.
Episode: Lawrence: Hegseth's story on boat strike hinges on a new ‘fog of war’ lie

Host

Lawrence O'Donnell
Host with extensive experience on the Senate Finance Committee and an Emmy-winning producer. Brings insights into political analysis and governance.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.4k ratings
  • Honorable and uplifting

    Lawrence O’Donnell is straight and serious and gives me hope. I just got a much-needed mood lift from his visit with Amanda Gorman and I’m very grateful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnSjstrm
    Sweden9 days ago
  • pay wall

    I’m bummed about the brandy-new pay wall. I will miss Mr. O’Donnell’s insight and humour. It was a bright spot for me in a bleak time, but for now it’s not in my budget. Carry on, Sir! you’re the real turtle soup, not simply the mock.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sad about price
    United States16 days ago
  • Paywall? Really?

    Lawrence is consistently the most thoughtful and humane journalist on this network. Now it appears his content is only available to paid subscribers. I support multiple small and independent creators on Patreon and Substack, but can’t justify doing so for a corporate media giant that also runs ads. I will deeply miss The Last Word. Maybe it’s still running on the trashiest of trash sites polluted by AI ads ( YouTube).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanna in Seattle
    United States16 days ago
  • Berlin Wall

    I was at a dinner that included a Russian Embassy staff person. Really person man we’d met and socialised with previously.

    We all watched the collapse of the Berlin Wall that night. The person from the Russian Embassy became visibly distressed. I’ll never forget that night.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Antimony 57
    Australia20 days ago
  • Stellar reporting and insightful commentary!

    Integrity extraordinaire

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peapod22
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Many find the insights from guests to be knowledgeable and relevant to current politics.
Listeners appreciate the host's ability to communicate complex political issues in an engaging manner.
While some praise the commitment to in-depth news coverage, concerns have been raised about accessibility due to recent changes to paywalls.
Audience members value the emphasis on accountability in political discourse, contributing to a sense of informed activism.
Overall, there is a strong expectation for factual accuracy and robust discussion surrounding major political events.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#124
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#214
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Apple Podcasts
#34
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#108
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Apple Podcasts
#161
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#28
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lawrence on Hegseth boat strike: 'There was no war and there was no fog'
Q: Did you have questions today that about, specifically about that mission and about that attack that Admiral Bradley could not answer?
There were questions both on process and the underlying legal theories behind the mission, particularly concerning the classification of drug cartels.
Lawrence on Hegseth boat strike: 'There was no war and there was no fog'
Q: What could you add to our understanding of what's on that video?
The video was chilling, disturbing, and showed that there was no doubt that the individuals were incapacitated before the missile strike.
Lawrence: After report of Hegseth's 'kill everybody' order, Trump's first instinct was to lie
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the strikes and the controversy around the secretary and the defense? Pete Hegseth.
The actions taken under Hegseth's orders could constitute a war crime, considering the context and legality of striking survivors.
Lawrence: Trump heightens insanity of war-mongering as Epstein island images released
Q: What do you see in the Inspector General's report about Secretary Hegseth?
The report clearly states that Hegseth placed service members at risk during a mission, and despite this, he has shown no intention of taking responsibility for his actions.
Lawrence: Trump heightens insanity of war-mongering as Epstein island images released
Q: What might we expect to see from what your committee is discovering in the coming days?
We expect to uncover a lot more financial documents that relate to Epstein's wealth and connections to powerful individuals, potentially exposing others involved in his crimes.

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Focusing on pressing political issues, this podcast often examines the interactions between significant political figures and current events, particularly concerning accountability in governance. Key topics include the scandal surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and its implications for political ethics, as well as critical analyses of former President Donald Trump's actions and administration. Episodes frequently feature interviews with various political leaders and experts who provide insights into ongoing legislative matters, electoral dynamics, and relevant socio-political themes, paralleling them with historical events to deepen understanding. The engaging dialogue reflects a strong commitment to transparency and the necessity for integrity in... more

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4. Adam Smith
5. Chuck Schumer
6. George Will
7. Rand Paul
8. Afton Bain

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