Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast

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Every week Chris Hayes asks the big questions that keep him up at night. Read more

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Episodes

"Tomorrow Is Yesterday" with Robert Malley and Hussein Agha

09/16/2025 00:57:42From Oyster Farming to Running for Senate with Graham Platner

09/09/2025 00:50:55 Protests, Political Violence and Its Alternatives with Erica Chenoweth

09/02/2025 00:57:59'Here Comes The Sun' with Bill McKibben

08/26/2025 00:54:17Unpacking the US-China Trade War with Bill Bishop

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Chris Hayes brings a weekly dose of thoughtful dialogue to the podcasting world with Why Is This Happening? Each episode is a deep dive into pressing topics, ranging from the roots of hip-hop to cosmic mysteries. Hayes' background as a seasoned TV host and political commentator shines through in his engaging conversations with notable figures like Naomi Klein and Rachel Maddow. Hayes' narrative adds depth to his exploration of diverse subjects in a pod for anyone craving intellectual stimulation and current affairs. Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast is a news podcast by Chris Hayes, MSNBC & NBCNews THINK.