The Takeout with Major Garrett

Major speaks with legendary engineer and host Bill Nye about his legacy, as he steps down from being CEO of the Planetary Society. Bill discusses how he got involved with the organization, what inspired him to start "Bill Nye the Science Guy," and the best advice he received from astronomer Carl Sagan. A conversation full of laughs that you won't want to miss, with Bill leaving one of his bowties on Major's golden tie rack.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Six more U.S. Service members were killed in a plane crash in Iraq while Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz. Matt Gutman joins from Jordan with more. CBS News Contributor Aaron MacLean provides a visual explanation at our touchscreen. Scott MacFarlane discusses multiple updates within the Justice beat. The Old Dominion shooting in VA and the synagogue attack in Michigan, both happened on Thursday afternoon and were identified as terror attacks. Independent California Congressman Kevin Kiley explains what led to changing his party affiliation, as he battles a tough race following mid-decade redistricting. Plus, Bill Nye the Science Guy has an extended interview with Major about leaving his CEO post at the Planetary Society and what comes next. All that and more on "The Takeout." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A suspect is dead after ramming a car into a synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Officials say no victims were killed in the incident. Sam Vinograd and Scott MacFarlane join to discuss what we know, while Major interviews Michigan Senator Gary Peters about his reaction. Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei makes his first statement via Iranian state media, saying that the country will continue to leverage the Strait of Hormuz. House Intelligence Chair Rick Crawford (R-AR) speaks about the importance of the Strait and the impact the blockade has on the world's oil supply. The Senate passes its first housing bill in more than 30 years, with lead sponsor Elizabeth Warren. She mentions the legislation's important provisions and its aim to increase affordable housing nationwide. Last but not least, Major interviews former Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren on how Lebanese officials believe more than 600 people have been killed in the war in Iran as a result. Join us for the full episode here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Major has a wide-ranging interview with Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman about the war in Iran, ongoing DHS shutdown affecting TSA workers and the Save America Act. Major asks about Fetterman’s battle with depression, which he details in his book, “Unfettered,” and the lessons he has learned since. A powerful conversation you won’t want to miss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iranian drones hit at least three ships near the Strait of Hormuz, where 20% of global oil travels through. Matt Gutman discusses the importance of the strait, while Charlie D’Agata discusses CBS reporting that dozens of U.S. troops injuries, some more serious than we previously knew, in the drone attack on March 1. Major interviews Washington Democrat Adam Smith and Nebraska Republican Don Bacon, who both serve on the House Armed Services Committee, to discuss their varying perspectives on the war in Iran. Plus, Major speaks with Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman on a variety of topics: Iran, the ongoing shutdown impacting Homeland Security and Trump’s push to pass the Save America Act. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. sources say Iran is signaling it may deploy mines to disrupt the Strait of Hormuz. Matt Gutman continues his reporting from Tel Aviv, while Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to press the administration about what led the President to launch strikes in Iran. Rhode Island Democratic Representative Gabe Amo joins "The Takeout" for his perspective on the war in Iran, how DHS funding affects TSA workers in the skies, and whether he would approve funding for the Pentagon. Plus, Trump indicates he would sign an executive order affecting name, image and likeness policies in college sports. Yahoo Sports writer Ross Dellenger discusses the impact. All that and more on "The Takeout!" To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new Supreme Leader is chosen in Iran, while President Trump tells CBS the war is “very complete". Major dissects those two themes with Matt Gutman in Tel Aviv, and Weijia Jiang, who scored the phone interview with the President Gas prices for Americans are rising, as the war in Iran continues. Economist Justin Wolfers joins to discuss how the operation affects your pocketbook, right here on The Takeout. Listen here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump posts on Truth Social that the U.S. will not make a deal with Iran unless there's an "unconditional surrender." Major interviews Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on CBS' latest reporting that Russia is sharing its intelligence with Iran, and the ramifications of their alliance. CBS News National Security Adviser Aaron MacLean joins Major to discuss. Major hands off the rest of the show to White House Correspondent Weijia Jiang, who interviews Texas Democratic Representative Julie Johnson, currently in a runoff against her opponent, Fmr. Rep. Colin Allred. Rep. Johnson speaks about why she's the best candidate and the state of the Texas Senate race. Plus, Former Michigan Republican Congressman Peter Meijer provides additional analysis on Iran, and how this operation could affect security here in the U.S. Join us for the full episode here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump ousts his Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, following the tough questioning she received from members of Congress. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House to explain the new development, and who the President has picked as her successor. Vermont Democratic Senator Peter Welch provides his perspective on Noem's reassignment and confirming her replacement. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Admiral Brad Cooper briefed reporters live on the latest developments in Iran. Major enlisted CBS National Security Contributor H.R. McMaster for reaction to their remarks. Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are facing scrutiny after people bet on the timing of military strikes in Iran. California Democratic Congressman Mike Levin joins to discuss. All that and more on "The Takeout".  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House continues to defend its actions in Iran, with Defense Secretary Hegseth saying that the U.S. is "just getting started." Matt Gutman is in Tel Aviv, reporting on the air strikes and the difficulty Americans in the region face traveling back to the States. Nancy Cordes joins from the White House, after asking Karoline Leavitt about that very issue. Major interviews Connecticut Democratic Senator Chris Murphy on his reaction to the administration's involvement in Iran, and how lawmakers are pushing for a War Powers resolution. Plus, North Carolina Republican Senate Candidate Michael Whatley joins "The Takeout" following his primary win to discuss his plan for the general election against Fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper. Listen to the full episode here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices