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Banfield

445 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 82 ratings

Award-winning veteran journalist Ashleigh Banfield hosts of a new hourlong news and talk show, “Banfield.” Airing weeknights at 10 p.m. ET / 9 p.m. CT on NewsNation, the show offers in-depth coverage of the day’s top news stories. It also features Banfield interviewing newsmakers, politicians and celebrities.

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Oregon mom hopes Idaho killings will bring attention to her son�s murder

January 10, 2023 04:00 - 19.5 MB

Online sleuths believe an Oregon cold case from 2021 bears similarities to the Idaho homicides. On August 13, 2021, in Salem, Oregon, Travis and Jamilyn Juetten were stabbed in the middle of the night while they slept. Travis died at the scene, and Jamilyn survived 19 stab wounds. As noted by the sleuths, both attackers used a knife; and in both cases, there were survivors left untouched in the home. Although the almost 15-month-old Oregon case has gone cold, Myra Juetten, Travis' mom, told "...

Source details Bryan Kohberger�s life behind bars

January 05, 2023 04:00 - 21.5 MB

A source close to NewsNation revealed exclusive details about Idaho quadruple murder suspect Bryan Kohberger�s time in a Pennsylvania jail while he was awaiting extradition back to Idaho. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weeknights at 10pm/9C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all America.

Brian Entin recreates Idaho killer�s possible escape

December 21, 2022 04:00 - 19.5 MB

Police are looking for information about a white sedan, possibly a Hyundai Elantra, that was near the house at the time of stabbings in the early morning hours of Nov. 13. Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Ethan Chapin and Xana Kernodle were found dead around noon that day, several hours after their deaths. NewsNation senior national correspondent Brian Entin tests out how easy it would be to escape the murder scene. After driving out of town, Entin concludes it wouldn�t have been �difficult a...

The Idaho killer's possible escape routes

December 17, 2022 06:05 - 19.6 MB

Is it time to look at the University of Idaho murder mystery from a different angle? Up until now, the prevailing theory has been that the killer approached the front of the house. NewsNation senior national correspondent Brian Entin tests the theory that the killer entered and escaped from the crime scene through the back of the house. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over e...

Idaho store manager says murder victim complained of stalker

December 16, 2022 04:00 - 19.2 MB

NewsNation senior national correspondent Brian Entin spoke with a vape shop manager in downtown Moscow, Idaho, who says that Kaylee Goncalves� friends implied she had a stalker during a visit to the shop three weeks prior to her murder. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weeknights at 10pm/9C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased n...

Idaho murders: Figures spotted in bodycam video near crime scene

December 14, 2022 04:00 - 19.5 MB

NewsNation's Brian Entin breaks down one of the latest details in the University of Idaho case. Police bodycam footage from the night of the murder appears to show four people walking near the crime scene. Entin retraces their steps and says it appears they were walking or running from the direction of the house. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversati...

Idaho victims� hands reportedly bagged to preserve evidence

December 13, 2022 04:00 - 19.1 MB

The four University of Idaho students who were murdered reportedly had their hands bagged at the murder scene to preserve possible DNA evidence. Forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan told NewsNation�s �Banfield� that it�s common for perpetrators to unknowingly leave behind hair strands on the victims� hands. The killer�s skin cells can also become embedded under the nails of their victim. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity t...

Brian Entin retraces Idaho killer�s possible routes

December 09, 2022 04:00 - 19.6 MB

NewsNation correspondent Brian Entin takes NewsNation viewers exclusively for a drive around the University of Idaho neighborhood where four college students were killed. He retraces the possible route the killer would have taken if they drove to the house. After passing the house, there is a big parking lot where the killer could have stopped. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shoutin...

Reckless speculation wreaks havoc on life of Idaho resident

November 30, 2022 04:00 - 19.2 MB

Online crime sleuths have latched onto Jeremy Reagan, a neighbor of the Idaho murder victims, and deemed him a suspect. Reagan told NewsNation's "Banfield" that people have been "ruthless" about digging into his entire personal life. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weeknights at 10pm/9C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased new...

Is the Idaho murder weapon less common than we thought?

November 29, 2022 04:00 - 19.4 MB

Police say they've collected more than 100 pieces of evidence from the University of Idaho murder house, but have yet to find the weapon used to kill. Dave Ellis, one of the world's foremost experts on knives, and former FBI criminal investigations assistant director Chris Swecker weigh in on "Banfield." On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weekni...

Cybersleuths look for clues in Idaho victims' Venmo accounts

November 24, 2022 04:00 - 19.3 MB

Kristine Cameron and Alina Smith run a Facebook discussion group where over 13,000 people are analyzing theories revolving around the Idaho murder case. Discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/420574516931538/?ref=share_group_link On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weeknights at 10pm/9C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbias...

Coroner: Idaho students stabbed to death, were likely asleep

November 17, 2022 16:00 - 18.6 MB

The investigation into who stabbed four University of Idaho students to death Sunday continues as the suspect, or suspects, remains at large and unidentified. Latah County Coroner Cathy Mabbutt tells NewsNation's "Banfield" that the victims were found in bed, and it's likely they were asleep. On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weeknights at 10...

Report: China using private detectives to find dissidents

November 16, 2022 04:00 - 18.8 MB

China is reportedly hiring American private investigators to track down and threaten their targets. Laura Ballman, a former CIA operations officer, and expert threat intelligence analyst Charity Wright weigh in on NewsNation's "Banfield." On "Banfield," big-name celebrities, newsmakers and public figures join Ashleigh for a unique opportunity to sit down and talk. No debates. No shouting over each other. A conversation. Weeknights at 10pm/9C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased...

Ghost hunter reveals the scariest places to visit

November 01, 2022 03:00 - 18.3 MB

Spooky season may be coming to an end, but there are plenty of haunted places to visit all year long. NewsNation�s Ashleigh Banfield caught up with �Ghost Hunters� paranormal investigator Steve Gonsalves about the most haunted places across the country.

�Dark money�: Secret donors pump billions into US election ads

October 25, 2022 03:00 - 17.2 MB

Ashleigh Banfield speaks with her panel about the powerful secret donors that pump billions into U.S. elections for Republican and Democrat candidates.

What does rioter who stole Pelosi�s lectern think now?

October 15, 2022 03:00 - 19.3 MB

Adam Johnson, a Trump supporter from Florida, was so convinced the election was stolen that he flew to D.C. and was at the front of the mob that tried to break into the U.S. House chamber.

US city could run out of water by December

October 13, 2022 03:00 - 19.3 MB

Historic drought across the United States is leaving some cities desperate for answers. Coalinga, California is expected to run out of water by December. �Banfield� airs weeknights at 10 p.m. ET.

Florida athletes asked to report menstrual cycles

October 12, 2022 03:00 - 19.3 MB

Female high school athletes in Florida are being asked certain questions about their medical history, including menstrual cycle information. �Banfield� airs weeknights at 10 p.m. ET.

Jeffrey Dahmer lawyer on the mind of a serial killer

October 11, 2022 03:00 - 18.8 MB

Lead attorney Gerry Boyle told NewsNation�s Ashleigh Banfield that it was Dahmer�s �loneliness that drove him to become a serial killer.� �Banfield� airs weeknights at 10 p.m. ET.

Scientology secrets: Former executive flees church after abuse

October 07, 2022 03:00 - 18.3 MB

Mike Rinder, former Church of Scientology executive, discusses "the insanity that goes on at the highest levels" of the church during an appearance on NewsNation's "Banfield."

Missing Florida man located thanks to social media

October 01, 2022 03:00 - 19 MB

Nicholas Kimps took to social media to search for his dad, Robin Kimps, who he hadn�t heard from since Wednesday. Robin was on Pine Island, one of the hardest-hit areas when Ian came ashore. More on Ashleigh Banfield�s talk show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Losing the faith: The great �pastor resignation�

September 02, 2022 03:00 - 18 MB

A recent study found that pastors nationwide are struggling with burnout and quitting just like much of the U.S. workforce. Barna, a Christian research organization, reported that stress, isolation and political division are some of the issues factoring into pastors� desire to quit. As of March 2022, 42% of pastors considered quitting, according to the data. NewsNation�s Ashleigh Banfield spoke with author and Pastor Glenn Packiam about why members of clergy are experiencing their own �great...

Paducah school shooting survivor on prospect of gunman's parole

August 30, 2022 03:00 - 18.9 MB

In 1997, a 14-year-old shot three students and wounded five others at a high school in Kentucky and is now up for parole. Survivor Missy Jenkins Smith was shot and paralyzed that day and says it's scary to know that he could possibly be released. Watch Ashleigh Banfield's Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Does Trump need a female running mate?

August 25, 2022 03:00 - 18.9 MB

Former GOP Communications Director Tara Setmayer told NewsNation�s Ashleigh Banfield on Tuesday night that Trump is �probably going to pick a woman� when it comes to his running mate. Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Kiely Rodni search: YouTuber spots vehicle shadow after 35 minutes

August 23, 2022 03:00 - 18.2 MB

Popular YouTube divers did in one day what police could not do in two weeks. They found Kiely Rodni. The 16-year-old vanished Aug. 6 after attending a �senior send-off� party north of Lake Tahoe in northern California, near the Prosser Family Campground in Truckee. Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

The Army is giving ineligible recruits a second chance

August 19, 2022 03:00 - 18.6 MB

Army recruits at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, may appear to be going through the motions of most beginner soldiers, but they�re part of a slightly different crop. This group is made up of people who want to do the job and serve their country, but are just slightly below the army�s strict standards. To demonstrate, the Army ran �Banfield� senior story editor Paula Froelich through a sample of physical drills potential recruits will go through in the prep course. Plus, when �Brangelina� called...

What will happen to Liz Cheney?

August 18, 2022 03:00 - 19.4 MB

Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) said she�d consider a 2024 presidential campaign, hours after she lost her reelection primary to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In a pointed address Tuesday night, the three-term congresswoman vowed to continue her fight to make sure Trump is never again elected president. NewsNation's Ashleigh Banfield spoke with political analysts Kevin Madden and Chris Whipple about whether or not they think Cheney would consider a run for president as a Democrat. Watch ...

Exclusive: Eyewitness to Salman Rushdie's stabbing

August 12, 2022 15:00 - 18.8 MB

Salman Rushdie, the author whose writing led to death threats from Iran in the 1980s, was stabbed in the neck and abdomen Friday as he was about to give a lecture in western New York. �Banfield� spoke with Mona Kolko, an eyewitness to the incident. Plus, Mark McKinnon, the former advisor to Bush and McCain speaks out about the FBI raid of Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s talk show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Thousands demand TikTok ban �rape culture� influencer

August 12, 2022 03:00 - 19.5 MB

Thousands of people want to see TikTok influencer Andrew Tate banned from the platform. Tate�s TikTok posts have been viewed more than 11 billion times. However, the influencer, and founder of Hustlers University, is being accused of spreading misogyny to minors on the platform. "Banfield" speaks with a panel of experts about the case. Plus, a California doctor is accused of secretly poisoning her husband of 10 years. Jack Chen began suspecting that his wife, Yue �Emily� Yu, had been secretly...

Trump: Mar-a-Lago 'raided' by FBI

August 09, 2022 03:00 - 18.8 MB

Former federal prosecutor Andrew Cherkasky appeared on �Banfield� to discuss Monday�s search of Mar-a-Lago, an action he calls seismic. He says in order to satisfy the requirements under the Fourth Amendment, investigators would have to establish believe that a crime took place and that there would be evidence of a crime at Mar-a-Lago. �I don�t think a judge would have ever signed off on this if the Department of Justice, the attorneys involved, and the FBI agents involved, didn�t tell the ju...

Employers woo Gen Z with over the top work perks

August 06, 2022 03:00 - 19.2 MB

Some companies are rolling out the red carpet to court Gen Z and millennials with over-the-top perks like massages, �bring your dog to work� days, and even houses in the Hamptons. NewsNation's "Banfield" speaks with an expert panel about why that is. Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

US school teacher jailed with Brittney Griner

August 04, 2022 03:00 - 254 KB

While checking up on WNBA player Brittney Griner, a human rights activist was shocked to find another American jailed in Russia. Sarah Krivanek, a 46-year-old American schoolteacher, was arrested Nov. 11, 2021, after a domestic dispute with her Russian partner, Mikhail Karavaev. Plus, Podcast host Molly Dare went viral on TikTok after sharing a video captioned, �Dating in your 40s be like...� Watch Ashleigh Banfield's Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Slain Microsoft executive�s ex-wife requested death certificate

August 03, 2022 03:00 - 19.6 MB

It has been almost six months since Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan was murdered in front of his 2-year-old daughter, and no arrests have been made. Kirsten Bridegan, the widow of Jared Bridegan, joins NewsNation's "Banfield." Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s talk show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Chicago woman dead after documenting divorce on TikTok

August 02, 2022 03:00 - 19 MB

Tonight: "Banfield" speaks with the friend of 29-year-old Sania Khan, who was found dead in her Chicago apartment on July 18th. Police believe her ex-husband, Raheel Ahmed, killed her in a murder-suicide. Plus, Christopher Columbo shares what it was like having a mob boss father. Watch Ashleigh Banfield's Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

�I know what it�s like to struggle�: Woman shares with strangers after winning lottery

July 30, 2022 03:00 - 19 MB

Tonight: Crystal Dunn decided to pay it forward after winning over $146,000 playing the Kentucky Lottery earlier this month. Plus, a panel discussing what you missed this week. More on Ashleigh Banfield�s talk show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Solar-panel installer finds missing 5-year-old waist-deep in mud

July 27, 2022 03:00 - 19.2 MB

Jake Manna, the solar-panel installer who found a missing 5-year-old, joins NewsNation's "Banfield." Plus, an unusual legal battle continues over control of cult leader Charles Manson�s estate. Watch Ashleigh Banfield's Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Couple celebrates 100th birthdays, 79th anniversary

July 20, 2022 03:10 - 19.3 MB

Hubert and June Malicote met at a neighborhood church in 1941 and married in 1943. In June, they celebrated 79 years of marriage. When asked how the marriage has lasted so long, during an appearance on "Banfield," Hubert said they have never had an argument. Plus, the Manhattan district attorney�s office filed a motion to dismiss murder charges against the New York City bodega clerk shown on video stabbing a man in what some say was self-defense. Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNat...

Ivana Trump funeral plans are set

July 19, 2022 03:00 - 18.5 MB

Friends and family of Ivana Trump will gather Wednesday at New York City�s St. Vincent Ferrer Church to celebrate her legacy. At the age of 73, the former model was found dead near stairs in her apartment last week. A medical examiner ruled Trump�s death an accident. She died of �blunt impact injuries� to her torso, according to an official release from the medical examiner�s office. �Banfield� senior story producer Paula Froelich breaks down everything we know so far. Watch Ashleigh Banfield...

Ex-Victoria�s Secret model �shocked� Epstein was free for so long

July 16, 2022 03:00 - 19.1 MB

For more than a decade, Victoria�s Secret was one of the most famous brands in the world. However, it turns out there was more to the name than people knew. According to Hulu�s new documentary �Victoria�s Secret Angels and Demons�, in the 1980s, the company�s former CEO Les Wexner turned over control of his entire multibillion-dollar fortune to Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein reportedly used that wealth and clout to build his own fortune and to lure young women who dreamed of being Victo...

Ex-Victoria�s Secret model �shocked� Epstein was free for so long

July 16, 2022 03:00 - 19.1 MB

For more than a decade, Victoria�s Secret was one of the most famous brands in the world. However, it turns out there was more to the name than people knew. According to Hulu�s new documentary �Victoria�s Secret Angels and Demons�, in the 1980s, the company�s former CEO Les Wexner turned over control of his entire multibillion-dollar fortune to Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein reportedly used that wealth and clout to build his own fortune and to lure young women who dreamed of being Victoria�s Secret...

Expert: DA may be trying to justify �mistake� in bodega stabbing

July 09, 2022 03:00 - 19 MB

The Manhattan bodega worker jailed for nearly a week while facing a murder charge over a stabbing that he says was self-defense has been freed after his bail was reduced. Experts weigh in on NewsNation's "Banfield." Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Expert: DA may be trying to justify ‘mistake’ in bodega stabbing

July 09, 2022 03:00 - 19 MB

The Manhattan bodega worker jailed for nearly a week while facing a murder charge over a stabbing that he says was self-defense has been freed after his bail was reduced. Experts weigh in on NewsNation's "Banfield." Watch Ashleigh Banfield’s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

Expert: DA may be trying to justify �mistake� in bodega stabbing

July 09, 2022 03:00 - 19 MB

The Manhattan bodega worker jailed for nearly a week while facing a murder charge over a stabbing that he says was self-defense has been freed after his bail was reduced. Experts weigh in on NewsNation's "Banfield." Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.

What we know about Brad Pitt’s ‘face blindness’ condition

July 07, 2022 03:00 - 17.7 MB

Actor Brad Pitt says he suffers from a rare “face-blindness” condition called prosopagnosia, which impacts his ability to recognize people. Real Housewives of Dallas star and anesthesiologist Dr. Tiffany Moon helps break it down on NewsNation’s “Banfield.” Plus, the man charged with killing seven people at an Independence Day parade confessed to police that he unleashed a hail of bullets from a rooftop in suburban Chicago and then fled to the Madison, Wisconsin, area, where he contemplated sh...

What we know about Brad Pitt�s �face blindness� condition

July 07, 2022 03:00 - 17.7 MB

Actor Brad Pitt says he suffers from a rare �face-blindness� condition called prosopagnosia, which impacts his ability to recognize people. Real Housewives of Dallas star and anesthesiologist Dr. Tiffany Moon helps break it down on NewsNation�s �Banfield.� Plus, the man charged with killing seven people at an Independence Day parade confessed to police that he unleashed a hail of bullets from a rooftop in suburban Chicago and then fled to the Madison, Wisconsin, area, where he conte...

What we know about Brad Pitt�s �face blindness� condition

July 07, 2022 03:00 - 17.7 MB

Actor Brad Pitt says he suffers from a rare �face-blindness� condition called prosopagnosia, which impacts his ability to recognize people. Real Housewives of Dallas star and anesthesiologist Dr. Tiffany Moon helps break it down on NewsNation�s �Banfield.� Plus, the man charged with killing seven people at an Independence Day parade confessed to police that he unleashed a hail of bullets from a rooftop in suburban Chicago and then fled to the Madison, Wisconsin, area, where he contemplated sh...

Who are �the Epstein eight?�

June 30, 2022 03:00 - 18.4 MB

NewsNation�s Brian Entin spoke with former Jeffrey Epstein associate Christina Oxenberg about the discussions she had with Epstein�s partner Ghislaine Maxwell, including talk of secret recordings involving some famous people. Plus, Airbnb allows hosts to have security cameras as long as they are �clearly disclosed in the listing description and don�t infringe on another person�s privacy.� Anywhere else, however, is off-limits. Inside Edition�s Lisa Guerrero revealed easy ways to...

Who are ‘the Epstein eight?’

June 30, 2022 03:00 - 18.4 MB

NewsNation’s Brian Entin spoke with former Jeffrey Epstein associate Christina Oxenberg about the discussions she had with Epstein’s partner Ghislaine Maxwell, including talk of secret recordings involving some famous people. Plus, Airbnb allows hosts to have security cameras as long as they are “clearly disclosed in the listing description and don’t infringe on another person’s privacy.” Anywhere else, however, is off-limits. Inside Edition’s Lisa Guerrero revealed easy ways to find hidden c...

Who are �the Epstein eight?�

June 30, 2022 03:00 - 18.4 MB

NewsNation�s Brian Entin spoke with former Jeffrey Epstein associate Christina Oxenberg about the discussions she had with Epstein�s partner Ghislaine Maxwell, including talk of secret recordings involving some famous people. Plus, Airbnb allows hosts to have security cameras as long as they are �clearly disclosed in the listing description and don�t infringe on another person�s privacy.� Anywhere else, however, is off-limits. Inside Edition�s Lisa Guerrero revealed easy ways to find hidden c...

Does Elon Musk have �too much power?�

June 28, 2022 03:00 - 18.8 MB

This week, �Banfield� is focusing on the oligarchy of America, beginning with the world�s richest individual, Elon Musk. Plus, senior story producer Paula Froelich went to Las Vegas to tour the factory of Abyss Creations, which is building the future of humanoids. Watch Ashleigh Banfield�s Talk Show on NewsNation weeknights at 10/9c.