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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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Dec 26, 2022 • 44min
Trevor Noah’s Disastrous ‘Daily Show’ Tenure
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Federalist Staff Editor Samuel Mangold-Lenett joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the rise and fall of former "The Daily Show" host Trevor Noah. Read Mangold-Lenett's article "Trevor Noah Couldn’t Balance Comedy And Propaganda As Host Of ‘The Daily Show’" here: https://thefederalist.com/2022/12/12/trevor-noah-couldnt-balance-comedy-and-propaganda-as-host-of-the-daily-show/
Dec 23, 2022 • 41min
How To Have A Happy Christmas
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Common Sense Society Executive Editor Christopher Bedford and Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky share their favorite Christmas traditions, give drink and food recommendations, and explain what it takes to have a happy holiday season.
Dec 22, 2022 • 32min
The Story Of One Minnesota Man’s Long And Beautiful American Life
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Spencer Brown, managing editor at Townhall, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to share the touching story of his grandfather Leonard A. Schreiber, who grew up with his eight siblings on a farm in rural Minnesota, deployed to fight in the Korean War five days after his wedding, and spent the rest of his long life investing in his community.
Dec 21, 2022 • 57min
‘You're Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 25: Mitch McConnell Needs To Go
On this episode of “You’re Wrong,” a production of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Federalist Editor-in-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Senior Editor David Harsanyi discuss the origins of Hanukkah, make the case for why Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has to go, review the left-wing spending spree included in Congress's omnibus bill, and talk about the sham Jan. 6 Committee's show trial.
Dec 20, 2022 • 31min
Should Parents Lie To Their Kids About Santa Claus?
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Federalist Staff Writer Jordan Boyd and Federalist Editorial Director Kylee Griswold debate whether parents should lie to their kids about Santa Claus, and share some of their favorite traditions that make Christmas magical. Read Jordan's perspective here: https://thefederalist.com/2022/12/08/i-wont-lie-to-my-kids-about-santa-claus/Read Kylee's perspective here: https://thefederalist.com/2022/12/14/im-glad-my-parents-lied-to-me-about-santa-claus/
Dec 19, 2022 • 52min
The Terrifying Changes In Schools And Students
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Nicholas Giordano, professor of political science at Suffolk Community College and the host of "The P.A.S. Report" Podcast, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the pitfalls of institutionalized education and how ideologues undermine the effectiveness of four-year universities.
Dec 16, 2022 • 39min
Are We On The Verge of a Big Tech Breakthrough?
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 leftist journalists' reactions to getting purged from Twitter, debate whether legislators will agree to curb Big Tech's power, and review Congress's omnibus spending bill.
Dec 15, 2022 • 43min
The Evolution Of Internet And Media: From Blogging To The Twitter Files
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Federalist Senior Editor David Harsanyi and Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky discuss the effects blogging and media have on the evolution of the internet discourse and analyze what the Twitter Files mean for the future of Big Tech.
Dec 14, 2022 • 45min
Here's What It Was Like Competing Against Lia Thomas
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Riley Gaines, former NCAA swimmer and spokeswoman at the Independent Women's Forum, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to share how her experience competing against transgender swimmer Lia Thomas opened her eyes to the importance of protecting female spaces.
Dec 13, 2022 • 52min
Inside The Rapidly Changing World Of Reproductive Technology
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Emma Waters, a research associate in the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family at The Heritage Foundation, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the moral, ethical, and legal issues that come with advances in reproductive technology.
