MSNBC is undergoing a significant programming overhaul, which has led to the cancellation of Joy Reid’s long-running show, The ReidOut. Sources familiar with the situation have indicated that Reid’s final episode is set to air sometime this week as part of the changes implemented by the network’s new president, Rebecca Kutler.
The 7 PM time slot that Reid currently occupies will be taken over by a new show that will feature three co-hosts: Symone Sanders-Townsend, Alicia Menendez, and Michael Steele. Sanders-Townsend, known for her role as a Democratic strategist and former counsel to Vice President Kamala Harris, alongside Menendez, a respected television commentator, and Steele, a former lieutenant governor of Maryland and chair of the Republican National Committee, represents a fresh direction for the network.
This restructuring follows the recent departure of former president Rashida Jones, marking a transitional phase for MSNBC. The appointment of Kutler, previously the senior vice-president for content strategy, signals a commitment to evolving the network’s lineup. Notable changes earlier this year also included Chuck Todd’s exit from NBC News, highlighting broader shifts within the organization.
Reid’s expression of gratitude towards NBCUniversal News Group chair Cesar Conde for making decisions aligned with employee concerns demonstrates the internal dialogues shaping the network’s future. Amid these changes, Reid’s previous comments on the hiring decisions at the network reflect her position as a prominent voice in these discussions.
As MSNBC looks to redefine its programming strategy, viewers may find opportunities to engage with new perspectives through the upcoming show. This change, although marking the end of Reid’s tenure, opens the door for renewed discussion and interaction on pressing political issues.