
The Bret Baier Podcast
Join Bret Baier - Host of Special Report on The FOX News Channel - twice weekly for The Bret Baier Podcast.Every Tuesday, listen to the All-Star Panel where Bret focuses on the most important topics on the minds of Americans. Bret is joined each week by a rotating all-star panel of experts to discuss the policies, practices, and solutions to the biggest issues of the day.Every Thursday on Common Ground, Bret sits down with lawmakers, business leaders, and public figures from different perspectives coming together to discuss issues of the day and how Americans can find common ground in a polarized world.
Latest episodes

Aug 10, 2023 • 13min
Common Ground: The Truth About UFOs
Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI-6) and Congressman Robert Garcia (D-CA-42) join Bret to provide an inside look at the National Security Subcommittee's hearing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as Unidentified Flying Objects, and share their thoughts on whether they believe the government is in possession of extraterrestrial spacecraft. Later, they share what bipartisan efforts they have both been working on and discuss what further hearings may be held to further their investigation into UAPs. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 8, 2023 • 20min
All-Star Panel: Republicans Prepare To Take The Debate Stage
With just weeks until the first Republican Presidential Debate hosted by FOX News in Milwaukee, Republican candidates ready themselves for a stage that may or may not have the frontrunner and former President Donald Trump on it. USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, Chief Speech Writer for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board William McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the implications of President Trump's third indictment, and how Republican candidates can capitalize on voter issues during the first debate in Milwaukee. Then, they talk about how the House Oversight Committee's Hunter Biden investigation could impact President Biden's re-election bid, and how the economy may end up being a non-factor in 2024. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 3, 2023 • 52min
One On One: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
With just weeks to go until the first 2023 Republican Presidential debate, hosted by FOX News, many candidates are looking to carve a path to the White House, as former President Trump continues to lead in the polls. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis joins, as he discusses his 2024 presidential campaign, and why he believes he is the candidate for the job when it comes to unseating President Biden. Later, Governor DeSantis addresses attacks that have been made against him by former President Trump and talks about the issues he believes must be addressed by the next President of the United States. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 1, 2023 • 26min
All-Star Panel: Legal Troubles Mount In The 2024 Campaign
Former Hunter Biden business associate Devon Archer testified in a closed-door hearing before the House Oversight Committee, revealing that Hunter put his father, then Vice President Joe Biden, on dozens of his overseas business calls. Chief Political Correspondent for The Washington Examiner Byron York, FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, and FOX News Audio Political Anchor and Washington Correspondent Jared Halpern, join to discuss what came out of Archer's testimony, and what to expect from the Oversight Committee moving forward. Later, they weigh in on how potential indictments for former President Trump could impact the election, and talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign and what a Republican field could look like without the former president.Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 27, 2023 • 9min
Common Ground: China's Influence Spreads To Latin America
Congress has set its eyes on China as the Chinese Communist Party continues to extend its influence throughout Latin America. Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) and Congressman Wiley Nickel (D-NC-13) join to discuss their recent trip to the region and share their thoughts on the immigration crisis, and fentanyl trafficking. Later, they talk about China's investments in places like Brazil and Chile, and what the United States must do to protect democracy in South America. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 25, 2023 • 24min
All-Star Panel: House Oversight Committee Sets Eyes On Hunter Biden
The House Oversight Committee led by Congressman James Comer (R-KY-1) has subpoenaed Biden business associate Devon Archer as the latest witness in their investigation into Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings. Founding Editor of The Washington Free Beacon and AEI Resident Fellow Matthew Continetti, Democratic Strategist and Co-Host of The Five Jessica Tarlov, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram join to discuss the growing interest in the Hunter Biden investigation, and preview what could come from the testimony of Devon Archer. Later, they discuss how investigations into the Biden family could impact President Biden's re-election campaign and weigh in on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis firing more than a third of his campaign staff. Plus, Chad breaks down what Congress needs to get passed before and after the August recess. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 20, 2023 • 14min
Common Ground: Protecting American Businesses On The World's Stage
Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) join to discuss the PROVE IT Act, which seeks to promote business by examining how green energy initiatives may be harming the competitiveness of American companies globally. Later, the Senators talk about the bi-partisan support for Ukraine, and what the United States needs to do to secure critical minerals, as China extends its influence into developing African nations. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 18, 2023 • 29min
All-Star Panel: A Third Indictment Looms For Former President Trump
Former President Trump and his legal team were informed that he is the target of a federal legal probe into his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election. FOX News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams, FOX News Contributor and Host of The Ben Domenech Podcast, Ben Domenech, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram sit down to discuss how the potential third indictment impacts former President Trump's current campaign. Later, the panel compares how former President Trump's legal issues measure up to the Hunter Biden investigation, how a third indictment of President Trump influences America's trust in the government, and they touch upon President Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan. Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 13, 2023 • 17min
Common Ground: The Growing Threat Of Iran
Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) and Congressman Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) join to discuss the bi-partisan SHIP Act, and how the legislation seeks to sanction companies and nations that import or export Iranian petroleum. The Congressmen talk about how this bill could weaken the alliance between Iran, Russia, and China, the efforts of the United States to sanction Russia, and the dangers of China expanding its influence into Africa.Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 11, 2023 • 25min
All-Star Panel: The NATO Summit & Congress' Big Week Back
President Biden finds himself in Vilnius, Lithuania this week, as NATO meets to discuss ongoing goals, and weigh further action and support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. While the President is overseas, Congress is back in session holding high-profile hearings throughout the week. FOX News Contributor & Democratic Strategist Leslie Marshall, Former Chief Speechwriter for President George W. Bush and member of the Wall Street Journal editorial board Bill McGurn, and FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, Chad Pergram join to discuss the LIV-PGA Golf merger, the decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine and look ahead at what Congress will tackle throughout the Summer.Follow Bret on Twitter: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices