
Federalist Radio Hour
Hosted by Matt Kittle and The Federalist’s team of fearless journalists, this is a podcast featuring engaging and in-depth conversations with reporters, scholars, authors, politicians, and thinkers of all stripes. Along with guest hosts Mollie Hemingway, David Harsanyi, and others, the show delivers smart and compelling dialogues on politics, culture, religion, and the news of the day. Support the show by subscribing, rating, and writing a review!Check out The Federalist's other coverage on our website. Follow The Federalist on X.
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Mar 19, 2025 • 58min
'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 141: The Judiciary
Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they break down and debate the showdown between the Trump administration and the judiciary over deportation flights and discuss former President Joe Biden's alleged autopen pardons. Mollie and David also share their culture picks for the week, including "Adolescence."If you care about combatting the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

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Mar 18, 2025 • 44min
DOGE And The Age Of Accountability
Stuart Whitson, Senior Director of Federal Affairs at the Foundation for Government Accountability, dives deep into the critical need for governmental accountability. He discusses rampant waste and inefficiencies in programs like Medicaid, revealing how shifting regulations impact taxpayers. Whitson also critiques media narratives around entitlement programs, emphasizing the importance of accurate information. Additionally, he addresses the challenges of federal reforms, advocating for decentralizing agencies to enhance effectiveness and restore public trust in institutions like the FBI.

Mar 17, 2025 • 44min
Beyond Shamrocks, Green Beer, And Druids: Meet The Real Saint Patrick
On this special edition of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Dr. Steele Brand, professor of history at Cairn University and interim executive director of the John Jay Institute, joins Federalist Executive Editor Joy Pullmann to dive into the true story of Saint Patrick's life and mission in Ireland.If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FEDERALIST at the link below and get 60 percent off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/federalist

Mar 13, 2025 • 45min
Why Everyone Should Care About The Wisconsin Supreme Court Race
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Mike Vallante, director of the America First Policy Institute's Center for Election Integrity, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to dive into the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election and explain the effect its results will have on state and national politics. Read more coverage of the Wisconsin Supreme Court race here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

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Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 8min
'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 140: Deportation
A recent deportation order linked to campus protests ignites a debate on free speech versus national security. The hosts dissect the implications of immigration policies and their alignment with American values. They also critique Justice Amy Coney Barrett's judicial decisions and unpack the ethical struggles faced by journalists in today’s media landscape. Additionally, a nostalgic dive into classic disaster films adds an entertaining twist to their serious discussions.

Mar 11, 2025 • 34min
Scott Rasmussen Puts A Finger On The Pulse Of America
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," President of RMG Research Inc. Scott Rasmussen joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss how polling and corporate media analysis of polling has changed since President Donald Trump's first election win in 2016. Rasmussen and Kittle also analyze how the second Trump administration's "return to normalcy" is faring with Americans. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

Mar 6, 2025 • 27min
What Congress Can Do To Curb Lawfare
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Republican Rep. Mark Harris of North Carolina joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to break down why and how congressional Republicans plan to end lawfare and the weaponization of the federal government. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FEDERALIST at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/federalist

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 8min
‘You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 139: Trump’s Joint Address
Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they analyze President Donald Trump's joint address and Democrats' attempts to disrupt it, as well as discuss Volodymyr Zelensky's big Oval Office mistake. Mollie and David also review the late Gene Hackman's best roles and share their thoughts on the Oscars winners. If you care about combatting the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FEDERALIST at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/federalist

Mar 4, 2025 • 51min
Why The West Needs A ‘Wake Up Call’
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," author Israel Ellis joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to analyze the rise in antisemitism following Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, discuss the "foreign policy fraud" affecting the political landscape of the Middle East, and explain how anti-Western ideology is infecting American institutions. You can find Ellis' book The Wake Up Call: Global Jihad and the Rise of Antisemitism in a World Gone MAD here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FEDERALIST at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/federalist

Feb 27, 2025 • 43min
The Ongoing Fight To Protect Parents’ Rights
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Tiffany Justice, co-founder of Moms For Liberty and head of The Heritage Foundation's Parental Rights Initiative, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the ongoing attack on parents' rights including Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' attempt to swap "mother" with "insmeinated person" in state law. Justice and Kittle also dive into the battle to keep men out of women's sports and consider how Americans can resist the radicalism plaguing public schools nationwide.If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.
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