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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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Jul 6, 2023 • 57min
Inez Stepman On The Supreme Court’s Huge Session
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Inez Stepman, a senior policy analyst at Independent Women's Forum and host of "High Noon with Inez Stepman," joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the Supreme Court's return to the Constitution and analyze the effect rulings on student loans, free speech, and affirmative action will have on Americans for years to come.
Jul 5, 2023 • 33min
From Cocaine To Carbon: The Growing Divide Between Elites And Everyone Else
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Christopher Bedford, executive editor at the Common Sense Society, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss how they spent July 4, analyze the discovery of cocaine in the White House, and explore the looming double standard on carbon regulation.
Jul 4, 2023 • 32min
Summer Culture Part II: Movies
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," pop culture junkies Federalist Staff Editor Samuel Mangold-Lenett and Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky dive into the world of movies. Tune in to hear them review recent Hollywood flicks, share their favorite film franchises, and examine the arc of country music.
Jul 3, 2023 • 40min
Summer Culture Part I: TV
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Federalist Staff Editor Samuel Mangold-Lenett and Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky recap which TV shows they are watching, discuss the increasing sexualization of onscreen content, and ponder the generational differences in the creation of satire.(Emily would also like to make it known that her top TV recommendation is “Platonic,” which she feels is the best new comedy in years.)
Jun 30, 2023 • 35min
How U.S. Foreign Policy Shaped The World
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Sean Mirski, a lawyer and U.S. foreign policy scholar, joins Federalist Staff Writer Shawn Fleetwood to discuss the rise of the United States as a global superpower and how lessons from the past can inform the foreign policy decisions of the future. You can find Mirski's book "We May Dominate the World: Ambition, Anxiety, and the Rise of the American Colossus" here.
Jun 29, 2023 • 41min
From Reagan To Trump: Robert Lighthizer Explains American Trade Policy
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Robert Lighthizer, U.S. trade representative during the Trump administration, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the evolution of U.S. trade policy, the China problem, and why Washington should prioritize American workers. You can find Lighthizer's new book "No Trade Is Free: Changing Course, Taking on China, and Helping America's Workers" here.Sponsor:Sound of Freedomhttps://angel.com/freedomJoin the two million and see Sound of Freedom in theaters July 4th.
Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 3min
’You're Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 53: Ask Us Anything, Part 2
Join Federalist Editor-in-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Senior Editor David Harsanyi as they weigh in on your pressing political questions, discuss Mollie's penchant for matchmaking, share their good and bad food takes, and analyze the biggest changes in the journalism landscape over the last decade. Listen to Part 1 of "Ask Us Anything" here.Sponsor:Sound of Freedomhttps://angel.com/freedomJoin the two million and see Sound of Freedom in theaters July 4th.
Jun 27, 2023 • 21min
Rep. Andy Ogles On The Case For Impeachment
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee's 5th congressional district joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the reasons why he brought articles of impeachment against President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Jun 26, 2023 • 41min
Judge Amul Thapar On Clarence Thomas 'The People's Justice'
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Amul Thapar joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the decades-long smear campaign against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and examine the rulings that best exemplify what Thomas stands for. You can find Thapar's book "The People's Justice: Clarence Thomas and the Constitutional Stories that Define Him" here.Sponsor: Sound of Freedomhttps://angel.com/freedomJoin the two million and see Sound of Freedom in theaters July 4th.
Jun 23, 2023 • 32min
Haywood Robinson On His ‘Radical Transformation’ From Abortionist To Pro-Life Doctor
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Dr. Haywood Robinson joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to share his evolution from moonlighting as an abortionist to becoming a health care provider and activist who values life beginning at conception.You can find Robinson's book "The Scalpel And The Soul: Our Radical Transformation As Husband And Wife Abortion Doctors," which he co-authored with his late wife Dr. Noreen Johnson, here.
