Chris Matthews: Behind the Scenes from a Lifetime in Politics

On New Hampshire Primary day, an in-person discussion with Chris Matthews, best known for his political analysis on the show Hardball. He shares his experiences with House Speaker Tip O'Neill and shares inside stories about politics and lessons from a lifetime rubbing shoulders with some of the best-known politicians in America.

00:58 The Impact of Hardball: The Book and The Show
01:44 Analyzing the Political Landscape and Key Players
04:24 The Impact of Personal Presence in Politics
08:03 The Role of Media in Politics
12:08 The Role of Journalists in Holding Politicians Accountable
19:43 The Importance of Responding to Political Attacks
22:19 The Challenge of Dealing with Trump
24:02 Kamala Harris: Biden's Biggest Problem?
26:42 The Challenges and Rewards of a Political Career
35:04 The Changing Political Landscape
37:23 The Importance of Personal Relationships in Politics