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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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Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 16min
'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 144: Tariffs
Dive into the complexities of tariffs and their implications for the American economy as the hosts unpack trade policies and manufacturing reshoring. Discover the sharp rise in distrust in corporate media and how it shapes public perception. The discussion even touches on judicial overreach and the intricate role of the Constitution in today’s society. Plus, enjoy entertaining reflections on movies and shows that resonate with current social issues, peppered with personal anecdotes on travel and nostalgia.

Apr 8, 2025 • 58min
Adam Coleman On Recovering From A Childhood Of Father Abandonment
Adam Coleman, author and founder of Wrong Speak Publishing, shares his insights on overcoming father abandonment in his book, 'The Children We Left Behind.' He reflects on the profound impact of childhood trauma, emphasizing the importance of confronting painful truths. The conversation touches on the societal implications of parental neglect and the cycle of despair among youth. Coleman stresses the need for open communication in parenting and addresses uncomfortable realities of child victimization, advocating for responsibility in shaping future generations.

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Apr 3, 2025 • 30min
How Trump Is Taking On Big Labor In The Bloated Government
Mark Mix, president of the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation, discusses the Trump administration's fight against union control and championing individual worker rights. He delves into the recent shift in Wisconsin's Supreme Court and its potential threats to conservative labor policies. Mix explains ongoing legal battles over union power and the implications of recent executive actions. He also examines the evolving business models of labor unions, highlighting the need for worker freedom in today's changing labor landscape.

Apr 2, 2025 • 54min
'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 143: DOGE Digs In
Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they analyze the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) accomplishments thus far and the left's violent response, explain the lawfare aimed at keeping Marine Le Pen off the ballot in France, and give an update on the resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war. Mollie and David also discuss their caffeine habits, The Residence, and Patriot.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.

Apr 1, 2025 • 47min
It’s Past Time To Defund NPR
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Mike Gonzalez, senior fellow at The Heritage Foundation, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss why leftist propaganda media outlets such as NPR and PBS don't deserve Americans' tax dollars and analyze NPR CEO Katherine Maher's congressional testimony.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 27, 2025 • 30min
Sen. Ron Johnson On The Wisconsin Supreme Court Race And The Poisoning Of America
Sen. Ron Johnson, a Senior Senator from Wisconsin known for tackling the fentanyl crisis, joins Matt Kittle for a deep dive into the Wisconsin Supreme Court race. They discuss the significant impact this election could have on political power and redistricting, as well as the influence of wealthy donors on judicial decisions. The conversation also tackles the urgent fentanyl crisis affecting youth, emphasizing the need for education and law enforcement improvements to combat drug trafficking.

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 14min
'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 142: Signalgate
Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they review Mollie's testimony about the censorship-industrial complex to the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and discuss how The Atlantic's Jeffrey Goldberg ended up in a sensitive Signal chat between some of President Donald Trump's cabinet. Mollie and David also respond to listener mail about Adolescence and share their thoughts on Severance.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.

Mar 25, 2025 • 37min
Why Americans Lost Faith In Legacy Media
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Roger Ream, president and CEO of The Fund for American Studies, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss how legacy media outlets sabotaged their relationship with Americans and analyze how the prominence of "new media" could change the news landscape forever. 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 20, 2025 • 57min
It’s Time For Discriminatory DEI To Die
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Daniel Lennington, deputy counsel at the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to give an update on the legal fights against discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. 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 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.