The Chuck ToddCast: Meet the Press

Chuck speaks with Mississippi state rep Justis Gibbs about his journey into entering politics at a young age and why Democrats could win Mississippi with the proper time and investment.

Transcribed - Published: 16 August 2025

Chuck Todd gives his reaction to Trump praising him on Truth Social after missing the context of Chuck's comments, then is joined by author Jonathan Mahler to discuss "The Gods of New York", his new book documenting the rise of Trump and others in 1980's New York City.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Chuck Todd speaks with New York Times reporter German Lopez about America's inability to solve murder cases and how policing can be made better and more effective.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

Trump reacts to the disturbing news of Donald Trump sending the military into Washington D.C. for law enforcement purposes, then speaks with Janessa Goldbeck about the dangers of using politicizing the military and using it domestically.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

“New Voices” is a series highlighting contributors to journalism, news and politics who are under the age of 30. On this bonus episode of the ChuckToddCast, Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times political journalist Maya King to discuss Zohran Mamdani's win in the NYC mayoral primary, his prospects for winning in November, and the challenges journalists face in the Trump era.

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

Chuck Todd rips into leaders of both parties for allowing the Trump administration to trample the constitution without accountability, then speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and intelligence expert Tim Weiner about Trump's dismantling of America's national security apparatus.

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

Chuck Todd rails against RFK Jr.'s ongoing campaign to dismantle the public health system in America, then sits down with Dr. Terence Lester to discuss the human cost of homelessness and the struggle to provide quality public schooling.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to Donald Trump’s rambling, incoherent interview with CNBC that was riddled with inaccurate statements and is forced to ask the question: Is Trump losing his mind, or is he being given bad information by his aides and supporters? Then he sits down with Greg Mitchell to discuss Atomic Bowl, a game of football played by Americans in Nagasaki four months after the U.S. military dropped a nuclear bomb there.

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to new data showing a slowing economy and explains why Trump can't outspin the reality of a bad economy. Then, he sits down with political journalist to discuss the most important state in American politics: Michigan.

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Chuck Todd proposes a move Donald Trump could make that would be a win-win for him... and the people of Gaza. Then, he sits down with founder of Courier Newsroom, Tara McGowan to discuss how to champion Democratic values in a media ecosystem dominated by the right wing.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Chuck Todd surveys the electoral landscape for the midterms after six months of the second Trump administration, then sits down with Semafor's Dave Weigel to break down what went wrong for Democrats in 24, what lessons they have & haven't learned after losing power.

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the ongoing Epstein files saga, the FCC's increasingly authoritarian moves to make broadcast networks toe the line of the administration, and chats with John Della Volpe, Director of Polling at the Harvard Kennedy School's Institute of Politics about the politics of Gen Z.

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to the latest developments in the ongoing Donald Trump/Epstein files saga, then sits down with Semafor's editor-in-chief Ben Smith to discuss media, New York politics and the potential for Israel to create a divide in the Democratic party.

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

Chuck Todd comments on the two "shiny" objects the media is chasing this week: Epstein and Hunter Biden. He also surveys the landscape of potential Trump successors in 2028 then sits down with best-selling author Daniel Silva to discuss geopolitics, spycraft, art, and the future of books.

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

Chuck Todd highlights new polling that shows that Trump's agenda is increasingly unpopular, explains why Trump can't seem to turn the page on Epstein, then sits down with Harvard professor Larry Lessig to discuss the case that could upend campaign finance and the need for a new constitutional convention.

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the growing firestorm surrounding Donald Trump and the Epstein files, then is joined by former FTC Chair Lina Khan to discuss the consolidation of corporate power in America and the tech industry's weaponization of the personal data they collect.

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the looming showdown between California and Texas over gerrymandering, then sits down with CBS correspondent Scott MacFarlane to talk about his experience at the attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Butler, and why the shadow of January 6th continues to hang over America.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

Chuck Todd explains why Trump's reality TV style of governance is colliding with reality over the Epstein files, plus he sits down with congresswoman Brittany Petterson to discuss creating gender equity in congress and why Trump's policy will increase costs.

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

Chuck Todd tries to predict which Trump cabinet secretary will be shown the door next, rails against RFK Jr. for destroying public health and sits down with Nathan Gonzalez to discuss the most consequential issues and candidates in the lead up to the 2026 midterms.

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

Chuck Todd is joined by Boston media personalities Jim Braude and Margery Eagan to discuss the state of journalism and democracy... and whether either will survive Trump's presidency.

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the disaster in Texas, Elon Musk's "American Party and more! Then, he sits down with the three directors of "Dear Ms." to discuss their new documentary and the status of the feminist movement in the Trump era.

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on Paramount settling their lawsuit with Trump prior to their merger and Trump's decision to cut off arms deliveries to Ukraine before speaking with Florida gubernatorial candidate David Jolly about Democrats taking back Florida from Republicans and Ron DeSantis.

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to the senate passing Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" + sits down with geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer to discuss the aftermath of Trump's strikes on Iran, the status of the Russia/Ukraine war and more!

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the potential for Democrats to flip the senate in 2026, then sits down with pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson to discuss the data showing why Trump won in 2024, and why Trump's support is eroding after six months as president.

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the stunning upset victory by Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayoral primary, then is joined by Reid Wilson, founder and editor of Pluribus News for a comprehensive discussion that spans from sports stadium financing to the future of artificial intelligence regulation.

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to Zohran Mamdani's stunning victory in the NYC mayoral primary, then sits down with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Jose Antionio Vargas to discuss life as an undocumented immigrant, and immigration policy in the Trump era.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to President Donald Trump ordering airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities + speaks with CNN's Jake Tapper about his best-selling book "Original Sin"

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

Chuck Todd speaks with former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory about managing civil unrest, federal cuts to FEMA & disaster relief, and the potential for reforming the Republican party.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

Chuck reflects on 10 years of Trump in American politics, then is joined by journalist and staff writer for The Atlantic, Mark Leibovich, for a wide-ranging conversation about sports, politics, and culture.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

Chuck Todd weighs in on the prospect of President Donald Trump bringing the United States military into the conflict between Israel and Iran.

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

Chuck Todd comments on the need for stable presidential leadership during a time of both international and domestic crisis, then sits down with Mike Pesca, host of "The Gist," for a deep dive into media, politics, and culture.

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock to discuss her ongoing efforts to reform the Republican Party.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock to discuss her ongoing efforts to reform the Republican Party.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Chuck Todd welcomes filmmakers Lindsay Utz and Michelle Walshe to discuss their documentary "Prime Minister."

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Chuck Todd discusses why the MAGA movement became a global phenomenon and then welcomes filmmakers Lindsay Utz and Michelle Walshe to discuss their documentary "Prime Minister."

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with the creators of the DC/DOX for a preview of what's in store at the film festival!

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to Trump vs. Newsom and sits down with the creators of the DC/DOX for a preview of what's in store at the film festival!

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with Congresswoman Sarah McBride to discuss her journey as the first openly trans member of Congress and the new documentary "State of Firsts".

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Chuck Todd reacts to the escalating public feud brewing between Donald Trump and Elon Musk!

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with Lindsey Williams Drath, CEO of the Forward Party to discuss the path to viability and obstacles for third parties in America.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with Jane Coaston, host of Crooked Media's "What A Day" podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation that spans college football, media, and politics.

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with New York Times reporters Michael Schwirtz and Jane Bradley to discuss their bombshell story about the Russian "Spy Factory" in Brazil!

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with acclaimed television writer and producer Debora Cahn, the creative force behind both "The West Wing" and Netflix's hit series "The Diplomat."

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

Chuck Todd is joined by author and political analyst Ruy Texeira to discuss what changes Democrats need to make in order to win the 2026 midterms and beyond!

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

Chuck Todd sits down with Spencer Kornhaber from The Atlantic to discuss his latest piece, and whether American pop culture is the worst it's ever been!

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

Chuck Todd previews the landscape for elections in 2025 and 2026, then sits down with businessman Stephen Cloobeck about his run for governor in California, why an outsider might be poised to win the state and if his "Trump-like" communication style will work with Democratic voters in the state.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

Chuck Todd is joined by congressman Ritchie Torres to discuss the proposed cuts to Medicaid, Trump's toxic influence on bipartisanship in Congress, his potential run for governor in New York and more!

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

In this special episode, Chuck Todd speaks with filmmaker Brian Knappenberger and former ambassador John Negroponte about the new Netflix documentary series "Turning Point" about the Vietnam war, and why the shadow of Vietnam still looms large over American politics.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

Chuck Todd talks with Congressman Ro Khanna about Joe Biden's communications failure, Donald Trump damaging America's reputation on the world stage and the leadership crisis in the Democratic party.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025