

The Commentary Magazine Podcast
Commentary Magazine
Commentary is America's premier monthly magazine of opinion: General, yet Jewish. Highly variegated, with a unifying perspective.Listen to The Commentary Magazine Podcast, along with more than 40 other original podcasts, at Ricochet.com. No paid subscription required.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 1h 9min
Not-So-Super Wednesday
The podcast discusses Super Tuesday results and suggests Biden should champion Israel. Also, GOP veepstakes speculation and the impact of health risks on presidential candidates. Delve into Gantz's criticism of the White House, AOC's theater encounter, and vice presidential speculations. Tune in for jazz recommendations on Stingray DJ AZZ!

Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 5min
SCOTUS, Trump, and the War on the Jews
Discussions on the Supreme Court's ruling allowing Trump on the ballot, the 20-year campus war on Jews, and the rise in anti-Semitic attacks. Exploring legal interpretations, political speculations, and controversial university financing.

Mar 4, 2024 • 57min
Did Kamala Turn on Israel?
Discussion on Kamala Harris's statement calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Gaza, debunking the narrative of immediate ceasefire, analyzing Israel's challenges in the Middle East, polling data showing Biden falling behind Trump, concerns about Biden's age affecting his campaign, and a nostalgic book recommendation with hints of future topics.

Mar 1, 2024 • 1h 21min
Men at Work
The podcast discusses the Gaza aid convoy stampede, Mitch McConnell's career, and the meaning of work in today's society. It explores the anti-work movement, declining labor participation among men, societal challenges, and the significance of work in well-being and retirement

Feb 29, 2024 • 59min
Are We Overreading Primary Results?
Exploring the influence of Nikki Haley's support in Republican primaries, Republican gains among Hispanics, partisan sorting of Americans, fluidity of political coalitions, and the impact of non-Republicans in Republican primaries on future elections.

Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 1min
Who's Afraid of the 'Uncommitted'?
Discussion on Michigan primary results and the impact of 'uncommitted' voters against Biden. Exploring public opinion on Israel aid and Biden's approval ratings. Analyzing challenges for the Biden administration and potential risks from dissatisfied younger voters. Trump's threat level, election outcomes, and character comparison also discussed.

Feb 27, 2024 • 59min
It's Almost Government Shutdown Time
Discussion on the upcoming government shutdown and its implications for the political landscape. Controversy surrounding suicide as a political act on social media. Debate on regulating social media use by minors and the challenges of internet governance. Privacy concerns over leaked video rental records and state laws on business. Exploration of age restriction regulation online and commentary on national legislation and entertainment.

Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 11min
Trump's Got Some Trouble
Analysis of recent Republican primary contests, Trump's dominance with around 40% choosing someone else, implications for November. Exploration of party dynamics, strategies, and voter behavior in upcoming election. News on Israel, hostage negotiations in the Middle East, political maneuvering, and speculations on protest voting in Michigan.

Feb 23, 2024 • 1h 15min
Two Years of Putin's Monstrous War
The podcast explores the complexities of the war in Ukraine, the challenges of providing aid, and the dysfunction in the American political process. It also dives into Trump's controversial speech at CPAC, the impact of conspiracy theories on democracy, and the advancements in AI technology across various industries.

Feb 22, 2024 • 57min
Can We Trust 'Confidential Sources'?
Exploring the fallout of a confidential source's arrest in the Hunter Biden investigation, questioning its impact on the narrative. The podcast also discusses Squad members' controversies, electoral outcomes, and party ideology shifts. Navigating trust in confidential sources, debt forgiveness, and the 'Bad Therapy' book recommendation for teenage mental health crisis.