

The Josh Hammer Show
Newsweek
Politics, law, and culture collide as Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer charts a path forward for American conservatism and exposes the woke Left. A voice for the New Right, Hammer delivers blistering commentary and weekly interviews with today's top conservative thinkers.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 21min
A Republic, if You Can Keep It
Josh takes aim at the false claim that “both sides” are guilty of political violence. He lays out example after example of violence from the Left — and exposes the growing belief among progressives that the proper response to speech is force. Josh warns what it means for America if we can no longer debate our differences without celebrating the deaths of those we disagree with.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 17, 2025 • 20min
Exposing Candace Owens’ Lies About Charlie Kirk’s Hamptons Retreat
Josh pulls back the curtain on the private August retreat hosted by Charlie Kirk—and sets the record straight. He takes on Candace Owens and others on the "Right" spreading lies about an alleged Bill Ackman-led “intervention” regarding Israel, exposes the blatant misinformation now being pushed, and shares what really happened behind closed doors.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 16, 2025 • 23min
Charlie Kirk, Defender of the Jewish-Christian Alliance
Josh opens up about processing the murder of Charlie Kirk and calls out those exploiting his death to push their own agenda. He takes on the false narratives being spun — including attempts to rewrite history and claim Kirk was at odds with the Jewish community. Josh highlights the real legacy Kirk was building: strengthening Jewish-Christian relations and laying the foundation for a lasting conservative revolution.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 15, 2025 • 40min
After Charlie Kirk: America at a Turning Point
On today’s show, Josh Hammer confronts the turning point America faces after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. He calls out the Left’s twisted narrative that “both sides” need to tone it down — when it’s the Left fueling the violence against those they oppose. Josh also reflects on the real threats we face 24 years after 9/11 and why Americans must stay vigilant in defense of freedom.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 10, 2025 • 22min
Qatar’s Games, Israel’s Strike, and Anti-Police Left
Josh Hammer dives into the latest turmoil in the Middle East, exposing why Qatar has been such a bad actor on the world stage and unpacking the motives behind its moves. He explains why Israel’s latest airstrike was the right call — and why it’s time for Qatar to finally pick a side. Plus, Josh takes on Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s bid to out-“Squad” the Squad as the Left pushes harder to defund the police and unleash chaos in our cities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 9, 2025 • 19min
Philly Fan Folds, U.S. Open Ignores Trump
Josh unloads on the Phillies fan who handed over a ball he’d caught for his son after being bullied in the stands — and why weakness like that sends the wrong message. He also rips the U.S. Open telecast for refusing to show President Trump despite his appearance at the men’s final in New York.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 8, 2025 • 40min
Conservatism’s Future, Epstein Distraction, and the Biblical Alliance
On this episode, Josh takes a hard look at the conservative movement—what’s being done to make it real in America today, and what it will take to deliver lasting conservative policy. He pushes back on the calls to release more of the Jeffrey Epstein "files," arguing why Republicans should be wary of the motives behind this push. Josh also dives into America’s relationship with Israel and exposes the faction within the so-called "Right" that seems determined to drive a wedge between Jews and Christians.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 4, 2025 • 20min
What Makes a Political Coalition?
The Republican Party and the conservative movement are at a crossroads. Josh joins us from the sidelines of the National Conservatism Conference in Washington, D.C. and takes off the gloves, exposing the fractures among conservatives and hammering home why unity and strength must be the long-term goal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sep 1, 2025 • 40min
From Flag Burning to Fed Battles: Trump’s Push for Law and Order
Josh Hammer takes on the biggest legal and political flashpoints. He breaks down Trump’s push to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook for cause, the president’s new executive order on flag burning, and the National Guard deployment strategy after D.C.’s crime drop. Josh also applauds Cracker Barrel for changing its logo under public pressure and closes with the tragic Minnesota school shooting — arguing why banning guns won’t solve it, and how trans ideology is the deeper issue.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 27, 2025 • 19min
Why Lisa Cook Must Go — and President Trump Has the Power to Do It
Josh goes full steam ahead on President Trump’s push to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors. He exposes the Left’s meltdown, dismantles the baseless accusations, and makes the case for why Cook should be shown the door — for cause.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.