Banfield
477 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 82 ratingsAward-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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Comedian Tommy Davidson breaks his silence on his upbringing
April 30, 2021 18:52Ashleigh Banfield welcomes to the show comedian Tommy Davidson. Tommy talks about his new book “Living in Color: What’s Funny about Me,” growing up with a white family, and being left in a trash can by his birth mother. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Duck Dynasty stars Willie and Korie Robertson talk raising biracial son and more on ‘Banfield’
April 28, 2021 20:41Ashleigh Banfield welcomes Duck Dynasty stars Willie and Korie Robertson. The couple talk about raising their biracial son, TV life, a new Facebook venture, and more! You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Ashleigh Banfield talks to TV’s top cop Joe Kenda
April 27, 2021 15:09Ashleigh Banfield welcomes the “Homicide Hunter” himself Joe Kenda to the show. Kenda is a retired Colorado Springs Police Department detective lieutenant who was involved in 387 homicide cases over a 23-year career, solving 356, a closure rate of 92%. He is featured on the Investigation Discovery television show Homicide Hunter, where he recounts stories […]
Conservative author Shelby Steele discusses race in policing, ‘white guilt’ and cancel culture on ‘Banfield’
April 27, 2021 15:02Ashleigh Banfield welcomes conservative author, columnist, and documentary filmmaker Shelby Steele. Steele specializes in the study of race relations, multiculturalism, and affirmative action. Ashleigh and Shelby talk about ‘white guilt’, cancel culture, affirmative action, and racism. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Oscar-winning actress Marlee Matlin discusses adjusting to COVID restrictions, stepping behind the scenes for ‘Feel Through’ film on ‘Banfield’
April 26, 2021 21:29Ashleigh Banfield welcomes actress, author, and deaf activist Marlee Matlin. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for Children of a Lesser God and to-date is the only deaf performer to have won an Academy Award. This podcast is translated with her translator Jack Jason. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT […]
Are the Academy Awards worth watching anymore?
April 26, 2021 21:18Ashleigh Banfield talks all things Oscars before the big event with Jim Moret of Inside Edition. The pair talk about the declining ratings, political speeches, and acceptance of awards on Zoom rather than in person. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Christine Evangelista discusses her new podcast and her role on ‘The Walking Dead’ on ‘Banfield’
April 23, 2021 15:31Ashleigh Banfield welcomes the beautiful and talented Christine Evangelista to the show. Christine has been in many roles across television, including Allison Rafferty in the NBC series ‘Chicago Fire’, Sherry on AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead’, and most recently ‘The Arrangement’. However, recently Evangelista has been hosting a podcast called ‘Half Naked’. You can catch “Banfield” […]
Activist Erin Brockovich talks latest book ‘Superman’s Not Coming’ and a new show based on her life on ‘Banfield’
April 23, 2021 15:18Ashleigh Banfield welcomes legal clerk, consumer advocate, and environmental activist Erin Brockovich to her show. Erin, who despite her lack of education in the law, was instrumental in building a case against the Pacific Gas & Electric Company of California in 1993. Erin talks about her new book and a new show based on her […]
Lewis Black talks COVID halting comedy tour, turning ranting into a career on ‘Banfield’
April 22, 2021 19:22Ashleigh Banfield welcomes actor and stand-up comedian Lewis Black to her program. Lewis’ comedy routines often escalate into angry rants about history, politics, religion, or any other cultural trends. Lewis has been in movies such as ‘Inside Out’, ‘Unaccompanied Minors’, ‘Falling For Grace’ and more. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT […]
Recapping the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict on ‘Banfield’
April 21, 2021 18:10Ashleigh Banfield welcomes legal experts Mark Geragos, Mark O’Mara, and Trent Copland to her show to discuss the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict. Discussions include if defense attorney Eric Nelson should have been more forceful in asking for a mistrial, why the jury should have been sequestered earlier because of outside influences, and more. You can […]
What did Minneapolis officials do now that the Chauvin verdict is in?
April 21, 2021 18:06Former Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake joins the show to discuss the next step Minneapolis and other Minnesota officials are going to take now that the verdict for Derek Chauvin is in. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
What will Derek Chauvin’s first week in jail be like?
April 21, 2021 18:04Ashleigh Banfield welcomes the founder of Wall Street Prison Consultants, Larry Levine, to her show. Larry was a 10-year Federal inmate and has been providing expert insight on Federal prison and what people experience when incarcerated. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation. [audio https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3830744/3830744_2021-04-21-182844.64kmono.mp3
Jay Leno discusses his historic run on ‘The Tonight Show,’ cancel culture, and classic cars on ‘Banfield’
April 20, 2021 17:55Ashleigh Banfield welcomes comedian Jay Leno to her show. Jay and Ashleigh discuss his historic run on ‘The Tonight Show’, his thoughts on cancel culture, his love for classic cars and vehicles, and bringing back the classic quiz show ‘You Bet Your Life’. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Singer Dionne Warwick on her Twitter popularity
April 19, 2021 17:33Ashleigh Banfield welcomes American singer, actress, television host, and former Goodwill Ambassador for the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization, Dionne Warwick. This year she is nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame class of 2021. Dionne talks about her time in music, TV and how she has grown in popularity on Twitter. You […]
Designer Steve Madden shares the story behind his billion dollar empire
April 19, 2021 17:18Ashleigh Banfield welcomes American fashion designer and businessman Steve Madden on the show to discuss his fashion empire, the rise and fall (and rise again) of his company. Including the marketing of his shoes, working with Kendall and Kylie Jenner, and what is the recipe for a perfect shoe? You can catch “Banfield” every night […]
Dr. Ian Smith explains the pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine
April 15, 2021 18:02Ashleigh Banfield welcomes physician, author and television host best known for hosting ‘The Doctors’, Dr Ian Smith, to her show. Dr. Ian breaks down some advice he would give the jurors listening to many medical experts in the Derek Chauvin trial, explains the pause and affects of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, and talks about […]
Will Kim Potter’s arrest affect the Derek Chauvin trial?
April 15, 2021 18:01Ashleigh Banfield welcomes former FBI director Tom Fuentes to the show to discuss the quick action in the arrest and charges on officer Kim Potter, including how the quick action could impact the jury in the Derek Chauvin trial. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Here’s how one medical expert could change the view of how George Floyd died
April 15, 2021 17:59Ashleigh Banfield and Mark O’Mara discuss the testimony of a medical expert who explained his thoughts on George Floyd’s death being due to carbon monoxide poisoning as he was placed next to the tailpipe of the police officers’ vehicle and not the knee of Derek Chauvin. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. […]
Here’s how Gretchen Carlson changed not only her life, but others who experience sexual harassment in the workplace
April 14, 2021 18:31Ashleigh Banfield talks to broadcast journalist, author, television personality, violinist, Miss America winner, and female empowerment advocate Gretchen Carlson. Gretchen talks about her battle in suing her boss at Fox News for sexual harassment in the workplace, and her thoughts on the Derek Chauvin trial in her home state of Michigan. You can catch “Banfield” […]
Just how much of an uphill battle does the defense have in the Derek Chauvin trial?
April 14, 2021 18:25Ashleigh Banfield welcomes trial attorney Mark Geragos and Brian K Williams, who is the Executive Director of the LA County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission, to her program. The trio discuss the defense’s uphill battle in the Derek Chauvin trial and why it was an important day for both sides. You can catch “Banfield” every night […]
Why is the Shawanda Hill evidence so critical in the Derek Chauvin trial
April 14, 2021 18:22Ashleigh Banfield talks to Court TV anchor Julie Grant about the first day of the defense’s turn in the Derek Chauvin trial, including new testimony from another officer on the scene, and passenger Shawanda Hill who was in the car when George Floyd was approached by Minneapolis Police officers. You can catch “Banfield” every night […]
The last full day of the prosecution case in the trial of Derek Chauvin was quite a day
April 13, 2021 18:55Ashleigh Banfield welcomes a very special guest in former Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake to the show. They discuss how it’s deja vu for protests in the city streets in both communities, how every case and every city is different in handling protests, and what lessons can be learned. You can catch “Banfield” every night at […]
Here is why day 11 of the Derek Chauvin trial was a very good day for the prosecution
April 13, 2021 18:48Ashleigh Banfield welcomes legal experts Thomas Mesereau, Trent Copeland and Lawrence Kobilinsky to her show to discuss why day 11 of the Derek Chauvin trial was a very good day for the prosecution. They also discuss why the word “cumulative” was an important word in the case, why the defense has been searching for something […]
How will the Derek Chauvin trial change the way police officers conduct themselves?
April 13, 2021 18:42Ashleigh Banfield welcomes former FBI Director Tom Fuentes to the show to discuss the future of policing, as well as how will the Derek Chauvin trial change the way police officers conduct themselves? Has it already begun to change? Or is it a matter of reimagining citizenry? Those answers on ‘Banfield’. You can catch “Banfield” […]
How will the Royal Family memorialize Prince Philip?
April 12, 2021 21:24Ashleigh Banfield welcomes the Life Style Deputy Editor of Insider Chloe Pantazi to her show to dive into the details as to how the Royal Family is going to memorialize Prince Philip. With some of the ceremonies sized down due to COVID-19, the family is going to have a different way of putting the Prince […]
How have residents in the UK been handling the loss of Prince Philip?
April 12, 2021 21:03Ashleigh Banfield continues to cover the passing of Prince Philip by inviting royal watcher Hilary Fordwich to the show. Hilary dives into how the family is reacting to the loss of Prince Philip, how the UK is reacting, and dives into how will he be remembered. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. […]
The life and legacy of Prince Philip
April 12, 2021 20:54Ashleigh Banfield welcomes Lord John Taylor of Warwick to her program to discuss the passing of Prince Philip. Ashleigh and Lord Taylor discuss the Prince’s life, his legacy, how he was beloved by British citizens everywhere, and his relationship and marriage to the Queen. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on […]
Was the testimony of the medical examiner too late to sway the jury in what killed George Floyd?
April 12, 2021 20:44Ashleigh Banfield welcomes friend of the program, defense attorney Mark O’Mara to this podcasted episode of ‘Banfield’. As day 10 of the Derek Chauvin trial came to a close, Ashleigh was curious if the testimony of the medical examiner was too late for the jury to hear due to other testimonies beforehand. Mark breaks that […]
Did the prosecution hold back too long on presenting the medical examiner’s testimony?
April 12, 2021 20:30Ashleigh Banfield on day 10 of the Derek Chauvin trial on the death of George Floyd welcomes forensic pathologist Dr. Cyril Wecht to the program to discuss Friday’s testimony of the medical examiner who listed the cause of George Floyd’s death. Did the prosecution hold back too long on presenting the medical examiner’s testimony? Dr […]
Jerry Springer reflects on decades of hosting ‘The Jerry Springer Show’ and his other roles across TV on ‘Banfield’
April 09, 2021 19:37Ashleigh Banfield sits down with broadcaster, journalist, actor, producer, and former lawyer and politician Jerry Springer. Jerry talks about the decades long running of ‘The Jerry Springer Show’ and his other roles across TV as well as his role as a politician. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
What really caused George Floyd’s death? That’s a key question in the Derek Chauvin trial and a topic on this edition of ‘Banfield’
April 09, 2021 19:26Ashleigh Banfield welcomes Court TV anchor Julie Grant and lawyer John Q Kelly to her show to talk about the witness testimony about what really caused George Floyd’s death and how the prosecution and defense will handle the next few days. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Rocker Dee Snider talks transition from ‘Twisted Sister’ to Broadway
April 08, 2021 17:12Ashleigh Banfield welcomes ‘Twisted Sister’ lead singer Dee Snider to the show to discuss his transition to Broadway, hit songs like ‘We’re Not Gonna Take It’, ‘I Wanna Rock’, and more. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
What happens when the lead investigator hears two different things out of George Floyd? Those answers on ‘Banfield’
April 08, 2021 17:02Ashleigh Banfield welcomes criminal defense lawyer and the managing partner of Geragos & Geragos in Los Angeles, Mark Geragos. Mark and Ashleigh discuss the events leading up to George Floyd’s arrest and some new evidence that the defense is showing. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Actress Elizabeth Perkins reflects on success of popular television show ‘Weeds’ and more on ‘Banfield’
April 07, 2021 23:35Ashleigh Banfield talks to actress Elizabeth Perkins on the success of her popular TV Show ‘Weeds’, working with Denis Leary, and her work in About Last Night, Big, The Flintstones, Miracle on 34th Street, Avalon, and He Said, She Said. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Where was Officer Derek Chauvin’s knee? The neck or shoulder? Those answers on ‘Banfield’
April 07, 2021 23:28Ashleigh Banfield welcomes Tom Fuentes and Trent Copland back to the show to discuss the recent expert testimony on the stand in the Derek Chauvin trial for the death of George Floyd. How is the defense going to construct their case? You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Ashleigh Banfield talks with Court TV’s Julie Grant about the issue of use of force in the Derek Chauvin trial
April 07, 2021 23:21Ashleigh Banfield welcomes back Court TV’s Julie Grant as the pair recap another day of the Derek Chauvin trial. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Actress Amy Brenneman talks ditching likability as she takes on a variety of characters on ‘Banfield’
April 06, 2021 19:40Ashleigh Banfield talks to American actress and producer Amy Brenneman. Amy rose to prominence after her performance as Detective Janice Licalsi in the ABC police drama series ‘NYPD Blue’, for which she was nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards. Amy also discusses how she was able to ditch the “likability” to expand her roles and […]
Attorney Mark O’Mara discusses the latest developments in the Derek Chauvin trial
April 06, 2021 19:37Ashleigh Banfield welcomes back attorney Mark O’Mara to the show as more developments in the Derek Chauvin trial continue to come in. Mark and Ashleigh dig into everything on this podcasted episode of ‘Banfield’. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Actor Dean Cain on conservatism in Hollywood and his role as ‘Superman’ on ‘Banfield
April 05, 2021 20:28Ashleigh Banfield welcomes actor actor, producer, television presenter and former football player Dean Cain to the program. Dean discusses conservatism in Hollywood, his role as ‘Superman’, and why he chose to be a reserved Police Officer. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation. More Banfield
Entrepreneur Peter Guber discusses producing hits and owning major sports teams
April 05, 2021 20:12Ashleigh Banfield talks to LA Dodgers owner and entrepreneur Peter Gruber to the show. Peter is chairman and CEO of Mandalay Entertainment, where most recent films include ‘The Kids Are All Right’, ‘Soul Surfer’ and ‘Bernie’. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation. More Banfield
Ashleigh Banfield’s 1 on 1 with the world’s most viral family!
April 02, 2021 18:47Ashleigh Banfield introduces you to the Holderness family, who went viral back in 2013 and have more than a billion views. Their lighthearted skits and humor bring millions of people back. The family made 154 videos in 2020. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
How will George Floyd be judged in the Derek Chauvin case? That answer on ‘Banfield’
April 02, 2021 18:33Ashleigh Banfield welcomes Jim Moret of ‘Inside Edition’ and defense attorney Trent Copland to the program to discuss the 4th day of the Derek Chauvin case. The trio discuss more witness testimony and more including how the judge will look at George Floyd in this case. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. […]
Julie Grant from Court TV explains why we could see more emotional testimony in the Derek Chauvin trial
April 02, 2021 18:21As day 4 of the Derek Chauvin trial came to a close, Ashleigh Banfield welcomed Court TV anchor Julie Grant to the program to discuss the numerous amounts of emotional testimony in the Derek Chauvin case, including from George Floyd’s girlfriend. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Journalist Elizabeth Vargas discusses Chauvin trial and hosting ‘America’s Most Wanted’ on ‘Banfield’
April 01, 2021 16:40Ashleigh Banfield welcomes television journalist Elizabeth Vargas who is the lead investigative reporter/documentary anchor for A&E Networks, and the current host for Fox’s revival of America’s Most Wanted. Elizabeth reflects on the Derek Chauvin trial, talks about hosting ‘America’s Most Wanted,’ plus answers some viewer mail. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. […]
What kind of a juror is needed for the Derek Chauvin trial?
April 01, 2021 16:29Jury consultant Jo-Ellan Dimitrius joins Ashleigh Banfield to discuss the jurors involved in the trial of Derek Chauvin. With six of them being millennials, how different is this case versus the OJ Simpson trial? Jo-Ellan gives her perspective and answers more questions on ‘Banfield’ You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on […]
What do first responders do when they arrive on a scene where drugs are involved? Those answers on ‘Banfield’
April 01, 2021 16:18As day 3 came to a close in the Derek Chauvin case. A witness testified saying that George Floyd “appeared to be high.” So what do first responders do when they arrive on a scene where drugs are involved? Chief Mike McCabe answers that question and more on ‘Banfield’. You can catch “Banfield” every night […]
Jenna Elfman talks behind-the-scenes of ‘Fear the Walking Dead’
March 31, 2021 21:17Ashleigh Banfield talks to actress Jenna Elfman She is perhaps best known for her leading role as Dharma on the ABC sitcom Dharma & Greg, for which she received the Golden Globe Award. Jenna also discusses her new role on ‘Fear the Walking Dead’. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on […]
Recapping the 2nd day of the Derek Chauvin trial on ‘Banfield’
March 31, 2021 21:11On this episode of ‘Banfield’, Ashleigh talks to defense lawyer Mark O’Mara and forensics expert Lawrence Kobilinsky to recap the 2nd day of the Derek Chauvin trial. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. CT on NewsNation.
Comedian Adam Carolla discusses comedy during a polarized climate, his podcast, and his new book on ‘Banfield’
March 30, 2021 17:36Ashleigh Banfield welcomes American radio personality, comedian, actor and podcaster Adam Carolla to ‘Banfield’. Adam hosts “The Adam Carolla Show,” a talk show distributed as a podcast which set the record as the “most downloaded podcast” as judged by Guinness World Records in 2011. Ashleigh and Adam discuss comedy during this political climate, cancel culture, […]
What makes the Derek Chauvin case different from previous televised cases? The answers on ‘Banfield’
March 30, 2021 17:27Ashleigh Banfield dives into the opening of the Derek Chauvin trial, how are attorneys preparing for the case and what concerns do they have? Trial attorneys Trent Copland and Tom Mesereau join Ashleigh to dig into the case and the many difficulties both sides are facing. You can catch “Banfield” every night at 9:00 p.m. […]