
Reaganism
Reaganism is dedicated to exploring where the Reagan Movement lives today, hosted by the Director of the Ronald Reagan Institute, Roger Zakheim. The show has two goals: understand the foundations of the political philosophy that powered the Reagan Revolution; and host discussions about contemporary issues through the lens of Reagan. The podcast looks at the continuing impact of #40’s principles and beliefs on our leaders as they address the complex problems of today and tomorrow.
Latest episodes

Jul 29, 2024 • 38min
Military Confirmations and Congress’ Failures with ret. Major General Arnold Punaro
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with ret. Marine Corps Major General Arnold Punaro who serves as the Chairman of the Secretary of Defense’s Reserve Forces Policy Board. They discuss the breakdown of the military confirmation process in Congress and what to expect from future presidential administrations.

Jul 22, 2024 • 39min
A Conversation with American Optimist, Joe Lonsdale
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with Joe Lonsdale who is a Managing Partner at 8VC and also serves on the Board of Trustees of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. They discuss the fallout from the first presidential debate of 2024, the future of conservatism and the Republican Party, and his optimistic view of America’s future.

Jul 15, 2024 • 48min
Debate Debacle with Henry Olsen
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with Henry Olsen who serves as a Senior Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC). They discuss the fallout from the first presidential debate of 2024 between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

Jun 24, 2024 • 34min
Conservative Statism with David B. McGarry
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with David B. McGarry who serves as a Policy Analyst at the Taxpayers Protection Alliance. They discuss conservative statism and the effects of Trump’s America first economic policy, the corrosive effects of conservative statism on the American tradition, and how traditional conservatives can reclaim leadership on economic issues and economic theory.

Jun 10, 2024 • 51min
Renewed Pivot: America’s Future in the Indo-Pacific with Ambassador Robert Blackwill & Richard Fontaine
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with Ambassador Robert Blackwill and Richard Fontaine. They are the co-authors of the new book, “Lost Decade: The US Pivot to Asia and the Rise of Chinese Power.” Roger, Robert, and Richard discuss the themes of the book, including if it is correct to characterize the pivot as a failure, the future of America in Asia, the military balance in the Indo-Pacific, and more.

Jun 3, 2024 • 54min
American Diplomacy with Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with Ambassador Stuart Eizenstat who is the former U.S. Ambassador to the European Union and currently serves as the Special Advisor for Holocaust Issues, and is Senior Counsel at Covington & Burling LLP. They discuss modern diplomacy in America ranging from Vietnam to the JCPOA, Henry Kissinger’s diplomatic legacy, and his new book entitled, The Art of Diplomacy.

May 13, 2024 • 43min
Afghanistan: The Status of Human and Women’s Rights in 2024 with Nilofar Ayoubi
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Policy Director Rachel Hoff sits down with Nilofar Ayoubi who is an Afghan activist, journalist, and entrepreneur who escaped Afghanistan shortly after the Taliban takeover in August 2021. They discuss the situation for women in Afghanistan today, Nilofar’s individual story, and the prospects for the future of Afghanistan.

May 6, 2024 • 27min
Update from the Sooner State with Hon. J. Kevin Stitt
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with the 28th Governor of the State of Oklahoma J. Kevin Stitt. They discuss Gov. Stitt’s administrative priorities in Oklahoma, his leadership position as Policy Chair within the Republican Governor’s Association, the pressing national security issues like Ukraine and Israel, and what lessons Republicans can learn from President Reagan’s leadership.

Apr 29, 2024 • 35min
Anduril: A New Era in Defense Development with Matt Steckman
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with Matthew Steckman who is the Chief Revenue Officer at Anduril Industries. They discuss Anduril’s new projects and initiatives like their new autonomous naval system and partnership with HD Hyundai. They also discussed the war in the Middle East, Iran, and Ukraine.

Apr 22, 2024 • 24min
Report from Jerusalem: After Iran’s Attack Against Israel with Yaakov Katz
On this episode of Reaganism, Reagan Institute Director Roger Zakheim sits down with Yaakov Katz who is the former Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post and now serves as a Senior Fellow at The Jewish People Policy Institute . They discuss the Iranian attack on Israel this weekend and where Israel and its response goes from here.