Meet the Press

Meet the Press (1947- )

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For almost as long as there has been television, there's been Meet the Press. The hourlong Sunday morning public affairs program has featured interviews with countless U.S. and world leaders, and has reviewed, analyzed and discussed the news of the week -- all while looking toward the week ahead.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 09:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2025-07-13July 13 - Sec. Kristi Noem, Gov. Andy Beshear, Sen. John BarrassoJul 13, 2025
2025-07-06July 6 - Meet the MomentJul 6, 2025
2025-06-29June 29 - Sen. Markwayne Mullin, Sen. Chris Murphy, Zohran MamdaniJun 29, 2025
2025-06-22June 22 - Sen. Lindsey Graham, Sen. Mark Kelly, Bob CostasJun 22, 2025
2025-06-15June 15 - Sen. Adam Schiff, Sen. Rand PaulJun 15, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Meet the Press premiere?

Meet the Press premiered on November 6, 1947.

Who was the first host of Meet the Press?

The first host of Meet the Press was Martha Rountree.

What was the original format of Meet the Press?

The original format of Meet the Press was a 30-minute discussion program with a single guest.

Who were the guests on the first episode of Meet the Press?

The guests on the first episode of Meet the Press were James Reston and Joseph Alsop.

How did Meet the Press get its name?

Meet the Press got its name from a newspaper column written by the show's first moderator, Martha Rountree.

How long did Martha Rountree serve as host of Meet the Press?

Martha Rountree served as the host of Meet the Press for ten years, until 1957.

When did Meet the Press switch from radio to television?

Meet the Press made its television debut in 1948.

Who was the first president to appear on Meet the Press?

The first president to appear on Meet the Press was John F. Kennedy.

What happened to Meet the Press in 1951?

In 1951, Meet the Press was briefly cancelled due to pressure from the U.S. Senate.

Who were the moderators of Meet the Press during the 1950s?

The moderators of Meet the Press during the 1950s were Ned Brooks and Lawrence E. Spivak.

How many guests did Meet the Press have on average during the 1950s?

Meet the Press had an average of two guests per episode during the 1950s.

Who was the longest-serving host of Meet the Press?

Tim Russert was the longest-serving host of Meet the Press, serving from 1991 until his death in 2008.

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