
The Kevin Roberts Show
Each episode of The Kevin Roberts Show is a weekly rallying cry for lovers of freedom everywhere, packed with Dr. Roberts’ analysis on the issues of the day and deep conversations with the movers and shakers of American politics and culture. As a former college professor and current president of The Heritage Foundation, America’s most influential policy organization, Dr. Roberts has spent his career learning, educating, and taking decisive action for a brighter America. He believes that conservatives have every reason to be hopeful, because conservative ideas are ideas that work. It’s time to go on offense.
Latest episodes

Feb 23, 2024 • 26min
BONUS | National Religious Broadcasters' Presidential Forum
The podcast addresses America's societal issues, corruption in government, and the division in political landscape. It explores the potential reasons for opposition to Trump's reelection and critiques President Biden's actions. The speaker defends Trump's promises and conservative values, emphasizing the importance of defending religious liberty and free speech.

Feb 21, 2024 • 35min
#103 | John Burtka
Is there a “shortcut to greatness” and what courage is needed for the future to ensure a prosperous America? Dive into the profound topic of statesmanship and its timeless significance in an exclusive interview with John Burtka on "The Kevin Roberts Show." In this enlightening discussion, President and CEO of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute, John A. Burtka, unveils timeless lessons from his latest book, "Gateway to Statesmanship." Join the conversation as he explores the core of statesmanship, drawing inspiration from historical luminaries like Xenophon, Aristotle, Cicero, Augustine, Erasmus, Niccolo Machiavelli, George Washington, Theodore Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and more. Explore how this anthology goes beyond politics, offering a holistic study of the human experience in thought and action. "Gateway to Statesmanship" isn't just a compilation of writings; it's a journey through ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, and modern scholarship, providing profound insights into the choices that guide lives and shape character. John A. Burtka IV is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. He graduated from Hillsdale College with degrees in French and Christian Studies and earned a graduate degree in theology from La Faculté Jean Calvin in Aix-en-Provence, France. He has been a Lincoln Fellow at the Claremont Institute and has participated in academic fellowships at Washington College and the Trinity Forum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2024 • 42min
#102 | David Bahnsen
Are Americans ensnared by a culture of mediocrity? What's the true worth of achieving a work/life balance? In this thought-provoking conversation, David Bahnsen joins Kevin to delve into the crucial role productivity and hard work play, not only in enhancing societal value but also in restoring dignity and pride to individuals. Leveraging his personal financial and business success alongside his theological background, Bahnsen boldly addresses societal challenges and offers transformative truths. In his new book, "Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life," David explores the dignity of work and challenges readers to live "the good life" — one rooted in full-time productivity and the cultivation of God’s created world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 2024 • 39min
#101 | Rep. Eli Crane
Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) discusses the ongoing battle to secure our southern border, military aid to Ukraine, and how conservatives can take on the Swamp and WIN. Rep. Eli Crane is a combat veteran, small-business owner, husband, father, and native Arizonan. Eli went on five war time deployments, three of them to the Middle East w/ SEAL Team 3. After leaving the military, Crane co-founded Bottle Breacher, a company that manufactures bottle openers made of 50-caliber shell casings. He and his wife pitched the product on an episode of Shark Tank and received investments from Kevin O'Leary and Mark Cuban. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 2024 • 31min
#100 | John McEntee
If “personnel is policy,” what should the next conservative administration do to ensure success, and how can you be a part of the solution? John McEntee joins Kevin to discuss why getting personnel right must be prioritized in the coming presidential transition. They reminisce about John’s journey to the White House, provide an optimistic look at America’s future, and outline how you can be involved in “taking back America.” John McEntee is the founder of The Right Stuff, a conservative dating app, and former director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office under President Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 2024 • 52min
#99 | Time to Destroy the Deep State | Kevin Roberts and The Telegraph's Steven Edginton
"Fire the bureaucrats and close the agencies!" The Telegraph’s Steven Edginton sits down with Kevin to discuss the state of conservatism in America, President Biden, the Blob, and the urgency of courageous leadership. Will the U.S. elect a president with the tenacity needed to “punch the nose” of the deep state? “We believe at Heritage that a conservative, whether it’s President Trump or someone else in the field, will replace President Biden, thank goodness, and it isn’t enough for whoever that is to govern [as a] conservative. Tactically they have to wake up every day and say, what part of the American administrative state am I going to destroy today? Not reform, not modify, not tweak, destroy; fire the bureaucrats, close agencies, end, as is my pet project, the U.S. Department of Education. “If [Republicans] don’t have the backbone like Lady Thatcher, like President Reagan, to stand up to the Blob and to destroy it, we will lose America. Every tactic has to be oriented around that goal.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 2024 • 10min
BONUS | Heritage President Kevin Roberts Goes Scorched Earth on Global Elites
Hertiage Foundation and Heritage Action for America President Dr. Kevin Roberts delivers a powerful message to the self-appointed global elites at the 2024 World Economic Forum: Your time is up.This bonus episode highlights Kevin's remarks from the World Economic Forum panel, “What to Expect from a Possible Republican Administration?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 17, 2024 • 37min
#98 | Billboard Chris
Chris Elston, aka “Billboard Chris,” is the father of two girls and who decided to take a stand against gender ideology. His belief? Children should be free to be who they are — not indoctrinated to believe they were born in the wrong body. Puberty blockers are the first step in a medical pathway that brings physical harm to children. We are lied to about the effects of these drugs, and the cross-sex hormones which almost always follow. As the High Court in England laid out, children cannot give informed consent to these harmful, life-altering drugs. Our politicians refuse to listen, and our media refuse to report, so Chris has been having honest, tough conversations across North America, one person at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 2024 • 36min
#97 | Bethany Mandel
Bethany Mandel, a homeschooling mother of six and the author of “Stolen Youth: How Radicals Are Erasing Innocence and Indoctrinating a Generation,” joins this week’s episode of “The Kevin Roberts Show.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 3, 2024 • 1h 2min
#96 | Kyle Washut, Albert Cheng, and Jay Greene
The horrific attacks on Israel have served as a striking illustration of the moral rot present on American college campuses. Countless professors, DEI staff, and students have celebrated the slaughter and proclaimed their support for terrorist actions. Disturbingly, this is the result of decades of American colleges and universities neglecting their responsibility to shape their students into virtuous citizens, choosing instead to curry favor with radicals. Kyle, Albert, and Jay join Kevin for a discussion on how universities have contributed to the current crisis and how Americans can bring our institutions of higher education back in line with their original mission of forming virtuous and educated citizens. Guests: Kyle Washut, president, Wyoming Catholic College Albert Cheng, assistant professor, University of Arkansas, and director of the Classical Education Research Lab Jay Greene, senior research fellow, Center for Education Policy, The Heritage Foundation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.