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Gloria Steinem calls for equal rights for women: Meet the Press Archive

Gloria Steinem joined "Meet the Press" along with Jill Ruckelshaus from the National Women's Political Caucus to talk about the future of women's rights and the need to reach out to both Democrats and Republicans.

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Richard Nixon reflects on Watergate and his legacy: Meet the Press Archive

APRIL 10, 1988 — Former President Richard Nixon joined Meet the Press years after resigning from office on August 9, 1974, after five men were arrested for breaking into the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate complex in Washington, D.C. in June of that year.

Governors find common ground around America 200: Meet the Press Archive

JULY 4, 1976 — On a special edition of Meet the Press broadcast live from Philadelphia, governors from across the country and both parties joined the program to mark the nation’s bicentennial: Govs. Michael Dukakis (D-Mass.), Robert Ray (R-Iowa), Wendell Anderson (D-Minn.), Mills Godwin (R-Va.) and Milton Shapp (D-Pa.).
Governors find common ground around America 200: Meet the Press Archive
Governors find common ground around America 200: Meet the Press Archive

Gary Hart suspends presidential campaign over affair scandal: Meet the Press Archive

MAY 10, 1987 — Democratic presidential frontrunner Gary Hart saw his campaign collapse after reports of an extramarital affair sparked a media firestorm. Fellow presidential candidates Rep. Dick Gephardt (D-Mo.), Rev. Jesse Jackson and former DNC chairman Robert S. Strauss joined Meet the Press to weigh in.
Gary Hart suspends presidential campaign over affair scandal: Meet the Press Archive
Gary Hart suspends presidential campaign over affair scandal: Meet the Press Archive

Barack Obama’s first interview on Meet the Press (2004)

JULY 25, 2004 — Illinois State Sen. Barack Obama (D) joined Meet the Press for the first time after being selected to deliver the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention — a speech that would help launch him onto the national political stage and change the trajectory of his career.
Barack Obama’s first interview on Meet the Press (2004)
Barack Obama’s first interview on Meet the Press (2004)

Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley & NBA All-Stars on Meet the Press (1997)

FEB. 9, 1997 — Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Grant Hill and commissioner David Stern joined Meet the Press on the fiftieth anniversary of the NBA.
Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley & NBA All-Stars on Meet the Press (1997)
Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley & NBA All-Stars on Meet the Press (1997)

When Stephen Colbert ran for president: Meet the Press Archive

OCT. 21, 2007 — Stephen Colbert, host of "The Colbert Report," joined Meet the Press as he announced a bid for president in South Carolina, receiving the full MTP treatment from Tim Russert. Colbert returned in 2014 for an interview that was both in and out of character.
When Stephen Colbert ran for president: Meet the Press Archive
When Stephen Colbert ran for president: Meet the Press Archive

Barney Frank on the evolution of gay rights and trust in government: Meet the Press Archive

MARCH 15, 2015 – Former Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) joined Meet the Press for an interview around his autobiography, “Frank: A Life in Politics from the Great Society to Same-Sex Marriage.” Frank passed away on May 20, 2026, at the age of 86.
Barney Frank on the evolution of gay rights and trust in government: Meet the Press Archive
Barney Frank on the evolution of gay rights and trust in government: Meet the Press Archive

Chinese Premier Zhao Ziyang speaks with Meet the Press (1987)

SEPT. 27, 1987 — NBC News’ Tom Brokaw traveled to Beijing to speak with Zhao Ziyang, premier of China and the acting head of the Chinese Communist Party, in the first interview Zhao had ever given to American television. Watch the full episode from the Meet the Press archive.
Chinese Premier Zhao Ziyang speaks with Meet the Press (1987)
Chinese Premier Zhao Ziyang speaks with Meet the Press (1987)

Ted Turner reflects on CNN and his life: Meet the Press Archive

NOV. 30, 2008 — CNN founder Ted Turner joined Meet the Press around the release of his autobiography “Call Me Ted.” Turner passed away on May 6, 2026, aged 87.
Ted Turner reflects on CNN and his life: Meet the Press Archive
Ted Turner reflects on CNN and his life: Meet the Press Archive

James Comey on Trump, Hillary Clinton and the FBI: Meet the Press Archive

APRIL 29, 2018 — Former FBI Director James Comey joined Meet the Press to weigh in on President Trump’s credibility, the Steele Dossier and the Hillary Clinton e-mail investigation. Watch the full episode from the Meet the Press archive.
James Comey on Trump, Hillary Clinton and the FBI: Meet the Press Archive
James Comey on Trump, Hillary Clinton and the FBI: Meet the Press Archive

Prince Philip on the future of the British monarchy: Meet the Press Archive

NOV. 9, 1969 – Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and royal consort of Queen Elizabeth, joined Meet the Press during a 1969 tour of North America.
Prince Philip on the future of the British monarchy: Meet the Press Archive
Prince Philip on the future of the British monarchy: Meet the Press Archive

NYC Mayor John Lindsay on his party switch and presidential run: Meet the Press Archive

FEB. 13, 1972 — In an interview with Meet the Press, New York City Mayor John Lindsay, a longtime Republican, discussed his decision to seek the Democratic presidential nomination.
NYC Mayor John Lindsay on his party switch and presidential run: Meet the Press Archive
NYC Mayor John Lindsay on his party switch and presidential run: Meet the Press Archive