The Hugh Hewitt Show: Highly Concentrated The Big Weekend Pod
Jan 3, 2026
Matt Continetti, a senior fellow specializing in policy analysis, dives deep into the significance of the recent Iranian protests and the potential cracks within the regime. Eli Lake, an investigative journalist, discusses the importance of U.S. support for Iranian citizens, exploring cyber options and the need for transparency in media. Doug Lesmerises offers a passionate take on Ohio State's football performance, highlighting player reactions and recruiting strategies post-loss. A compelling mix of politics and sports insights awaits!
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Iran's Fourth Revolutionary Moment
- Iran is convulsing with widespread protests driven by economic collapse, corruption, and infrastructure failures.
- Hugh Hewitt warns this could be a fourth revolutionary moment with high courage required from protesters.
CBS Anchor's Trust Pledge
- Hugh Hewitt highlights Tony DeCoppol's promise: 'I report for you...what I know, when I know it and how I know it.'
- Hewitt frames this as a necessary bid to restore trust in legacy network news.
Hugh Hewitt's Career Backstory
- Hugh Hewitt recounts his path from Ohio to working for Richard Nixon and then into radio and law.
- He uses his biography to explain his center-right perspective and credibility to listeners.