Through Her Eyes

MSNBC host Mika Brzezinski describes why she says she’s responsible for the show's continued success, the turning point in her relationship with President Trump, and her relationship with husband and co-host Joe Scarborough. Recorded on June 25, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Senator and war veteran Tammy Duckworth says that President Trump’s draft deferments are “baloney.” Duckworth says she’s normally quiet on issues like this, but after the president attacked members of the military, she had to speak up. Recorded on June 18, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Activist Linda Sarsour blasts President Trump’s “deal of the century,” saying he “has no idea what a deal is” since he’s filed for bankruptcy many times. Sarsour also slams Jared Kushner, stating he’s “the last person that should be trying to bring peace to the Palestinian and Israeli conflict.” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Miss USA Cheslie Kryst considers herself a feminist and says the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements are about bringing equality to the workplace. She also says people misunderstand the pageant’s swimsuit competition. Recorded on June 4, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis has a message for white women, particularly regarding how they perceive their own privilege: “Get to know me.” Davis says that even though they’re on different journeys, “we’re in it together.” Recorded on May 28, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cecile Richards, the former Planned Parenthood president and CEO, warns that the threat to Roe v. Wade is “real.” Richards also says that the increasing rate of maternal mortality is a health care crisis. Recorded on May 21, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Former presidential candidate Carly Fiorina says that President Trump is dismissive toward women and views them as something to be used. Fiorina also asserts that the Mueller report doesn’t exonerate the president. Recorded on May 14, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

According to Patti Davis, author and daughter of President Ronald Reagan, Donald Trump is endangering democracy as a whole. Davis tells “Through Her Eyes” that she believes her father would be “heartbroken” over the state of the country. Recorded on March 19, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Queen Latifah, the rapper, producer and entrepreneur, admits that she never really considered herself a feminist. In this wide-ranging interview, Latifah talks race, equal pay, career, her thoughts on R. Kelly and mental health. Recorded on March 12, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Environmental activist Erin Brockovich has been fighting for clean water for the past two decades, but toxic situations like those in Flint, Mich., still exist. Brockovich insists that climate change and the environment should “absolutely” be major issues in the 2020 presidential election. Recorded on Feb. 27, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aly Raisman, Olympic medalist and sexual assault prevention advocate, is ready to call out any organization that helps cover up abuse. Raisman tells “Through Her Eyes” that she’s still dealing with her own recovery but won’t stop fighting for justice. Recorded on Feb. 20, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jameela Jamil, actress and star of NBC’s “The Good Place,” won’t stop fighting for women until societal changes are made. Jamil is taking on anyone — from the Kardashians to Avon cosmetics — who promotes unrealistic body ideals. Recorded on Feb. 13, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jacqui Lewis is a minister in New York City who’s not afraid to call out anti-Semitism and white supremacy, even when it’s happening in her own denomination. Recorded on Feb. 5, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rep. Ilhan Omar speaks with "Through Her Eyes" about the backlash surrounding Israel. The representative also shares what she wants for women around the world and how her young daughter’s goals have changed since her historic election. Recorded on Jan. 29, 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.