November 6, 1947- “Meet the Press” debuts on NBC
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - On this day, Nov. 6, 1947, “Meet the Press” debuted on NBC.
The concept for the roundtable talk show started two years earlier and was broadcast on radio. Hundreds of politicians and presidential hopefuls have been interviewed on the show.
“Meet the Press” is also known for interviewing sitting presidents on the issues that matter most to people.
In its 78-year history, 13 moderators have said the words “If it’s Sunday, It’s ‘Meet the Press.’”
Tim Russert had the longest tenure as moderator from 1991 to 2008.
Kristin Welker is the current moderator.
“Meet the Press” is the longest-running program on American television.
You can watch “Meet the Press” at 10 a.m. on Sundays, right here on WMTV.
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