State of Play with Peter Alexander

October 26, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander anchors State of Play from battleground Michigan as closing midterm arguments intensify, with President Trump and former President Obama campaigning around a tight Senate race and early voting underway. Peter is joined by Michigan Attorney General, Dana Nessel, and Democratic candidate, David Jolly, on his Florida governor bid. Plus, a preview of Peter's conversation with Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer, ahead of tomorrow's special episode.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 23, 2026; 11am: State of Play examines President Trump’s midterm role, backlash over Ohio and Michigan campaign attacks, Justice Department action in Alaska, tariffs’ impact in Michigan, and Israel’s election uncertainty. The hour underscores how Trump’s politics, legal fights, and economic promises are shaping key races at home and abroad.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 22, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander examines how inflammatory midterm politics, potential Iran strike planning, DOJ independence concerns, Elon Musk oversight threats and USPS ballot delays are shaping the final stretch before Election Day. Guests assess whether political fear, corruption and institutional pressure are becoming defining issues of the midterms.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 21, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander examines Trump’s posture toward Vladimir Putin, Elon Musk’s power over Starlink in Ukraine, and concerns over pardon politics, election interference, press access and midterm campaigning. Guests assess how private influence, presidential power and political pressure are shaping U.S. security, democracy and accountability.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 20, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander breaks down midterm crunch time as President Trump rallies in red districts, voters focus on affordability and corruption, and key Senate races tighten in Kansas, Montana, Texas, North Carolina and Florida. Guests examine Republican dissent, Ukraine negotiations and former FBI employees’ lawsuit alleging unlawful dismissals.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 19, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander covers President Trump’s Russia and Ukraine policy, Latino voter reaction to immigration enforcement in Arizona, and Democrats’ midterm strategy with Madeline Dean and Andy Beshear. The key takeaway is that foreign policy, immigration, election security, and economic pressure are converging as major midterm liabilities.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 16, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander covers the deadly Bend, Oregon school shooting, Trump’s posture toward Vladimir Putin and Ukraine with Leon Panetta, and Elon Musk’s massive midterm spending. The episode also tracks Michigan and Texas Senate dynamics, White House turmoil, and warnings about election distrust.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 15, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander covers President Trump canceling a planned livestream of the Fort Hood attacker’s execution, DOJ threats against California election officials, Ukraine’s concerns over Starlink and Starshield access, and the Pentagon’s move involving Stars and Stripes. The episode also examines Montana’s Senate race, AOC campaigning with Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, and Iowa voters’ frustration with both parties.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 14, 2026; 11am: Peter Alexander examines a federal ruling restoring MS NOW, CNN and Politico access to White House press areas while legal analysts warn the fight over press freedom is not over. The episode also tracks Republican midterm anxiety, Kimberly Guilfoyle scrutiny, Tennessee and Alaska races, and breaking reporting on Kash Patel’s Russia trip. 

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 13, 2026; 11:00 a.m. ET: Peter Alexander and his panel use their depth of experience in White House briefings to review the first public appearance by new Press Secretary Katie Zacharia and her breaking news that Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle had been asked to resign. Plus, President Trump tries to bail out struggling Republican senators as his hand-picked candidate in Texas faces more scrutiny. Also, the former Montana Democratic party chair explains why she stepped down amid frustration over a critical three-candidate race in her state.

Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.