

The Winner Takes It All
33 snips Jan 22, 2025
John Podhoretz, a prominent conservative commentator and writer at Commentary magazine, joins to explore the political landscape following Trump's inauguration. They dissect Trump's inaugural speech and executive orders, while also critiquing Joe Biden's final actions. John shares his frustrations regarding the ceasefire deal in Israel, leading to a deeper dive into the complexities of political leadership. The conversation wraps up on a lighter note with some Gen X pop culture references, blending insights with humor.
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Reasons for Optimism
- John Podhoretz felt the Commentary podcast's positive reaction to Trump's inaugural speech was warranted.
- He cites Trump's criticism of the liberal establishment and focus on immigration as reasons for optimism.
Trump's Controversial Moves
- Trump pardoned convicted January 6th rioters and wants to end birthright citizenship.
- Podhoretz believes the Supreme Court will uphold birthright citizenship.
Trump's Unchanging Nature
- Jonah Goldberg questions if Trump will change his behavior after winning the presidency again.
- He believes Trump's instincts and established character will guide his actions.