

The Josh Hammer Show
The Josh Hammer Show
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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Dec 1, 2025 • 40min
ANOTHER Islamist Terrorist Attack
On today’s show, Josh Hammer breaks down the horrific terror attack that struck the day before Thanksgiving — and why it’s a direct consequence of reckless, wide-open immigration policies. Josh demands urgent action to fully vet every Afghan refugee brought in under the Biden administration and calls for a temporary pause on all migration until we actually know who is entering the country.Josh then turns to the week’s major geopolitical development: the U.S. striking narco-terrorist boats in international waters. He explains why the attacks were legally justified, pointing to a 1936 Supreme Court case that strongly backs the legality of decisive action against foreign criminal threats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 2025 • 40min
Josh Hammer & Charles Murray: Faith, Reason, and America Today
On today’s show, Josh Hammer reflects on the true meaning of Thanksgiving and what all Americans should keep in mind as we enter the holiday season — gratitude, humility, and the shared values that bind the nation together.Josh is then joined by Charles Murray, Hayek Emeritus Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and author of the new book, "Taking Religion Seriously". Murray discusses his decades-long journey from agnosticism to a renewed belief in God — and ultimately toward Christianity. He explains why faith can be approached not only as a spiritual calling but as a rigorous intellectual pursuit, and why rediscovering religion may be essential for America’s future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 2025 • 42min
The Great Anti-Trump Sabotage
Sabotage. That’s what Josh Hammer calls the latest moves from the courts after dropping the cases against James Comey and Letitia James—a stunning display of legal manipulation that undermines accountability at the highest levels.Josh then turns to the Department of War’s decision to review comments made by Sen. Mark Kelly, and he breaks down what service members should actually do if they believe they’ve been given illegal orders.Next, Josh examines a potential breakthrough in Russia–Ukraine peace talks, offering his take on what it means for America and the world. And finally, he weighs in on Marjorie Taylor Greene’s announcement that she will be stepping down in early January—and what her departure signals for the future of the Right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 2025 • 40min
Foreign Ops and Info Ops
Josh Hammer analyzes Elon Musk's game-changing attempt to reveal foreign operators on X before giving us his hot take on the ultimate foreign operator, the Muslim Brotherhood—and why Trump finally looks set to declare it a foreign terrorist organization. Josh also explains why Qatar, the 21st-century financial and ideological home of the Brotherhood, can no longer have it both ways when it comes to relations with the U.S. Josh is then joined by Luke Moon, executive director of the Philos Project, for a can't miss-conversation about why these latest sinister attempts to divide American Christians and Jews is bound to fail. Luke explains the fallacy of "Christian" arguments against Israel and the Jewish people, as well as why he is optimistic for the future of this all-important alliance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 2025 • 41min
What Is an American?
Josh opens the show by breaking down the chaos unfolding in Dearborn, Michigan over the past month—from nonstop protests to openly anti-American rhetoric coming from the mayor, and even “death to America” chants echoing through the streets. He explains why this moment should alarm every citizen who believes in the American way of life.Josh then turns to a historic anniversary many have forgotten: the start of the Nuremberg Trials on November 20, 1945. He revisits the legal principles that emerged from those trials, what true justice looked like in the shadow of Nazi atrocities, and what lessons we must fight to preserve today. Finally, he calls out the bad actors trying to blur the definition of “Nazi” for political gain—and why that dangerous distortion needs to be confronted head-on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 20, 2025 • 43min
Brandon Tatum on the REAL Source of MAGA Infighting
Today, Josh is joined by Brandon Tatum, host of The Officer Tatum Show, for a powerful conversation about the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. Tatum speaks passionately about Charlie’s impact, his leadership, and why he refuses to stay silent as certain voices on the Right try to divide the movement Charlie helped build.The two also confront the conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie’s death, with Tatum making it clear: asking reasonable questions is healthy, but quickly jumping to conclusions is reckless.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 19, 2025 • 43min
Are Dems Stoking an INSURRECTION?
Today, Josh takes aim at former Deep State Democrats now turned U.S. Senators who claimed on X that disobeying orders from the president is not only acceptable—but may be necessary. Josh explains why this rhetoric isn’t “resistance” or “activism” but yet another attempt by the Left to incite an insurrection in plain sight.He then breaks down Tuesday’s major ruling against Texas’s redistricting map, explaining what the decision means for Republicans heading into the midterms. Josh also tackles the growing crisis of legalized sports betting, arguing that its rapid spread is harming young men and fueling a serious cultural and societal decline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 18, 2025 • 42min
Trump’s New Middle East: Why MBS Matters
On today’s show, Josh Hammer kicks things off with MBS’s first visit to the White House in seven years—a meeting loaded with global implications. Josh breaks down why this moment matters, what’s driving it, and why Saudi Arabia remains one of the most important power players on the planet.He then dives into the ICE raids in Charlotte, N.C., calling them a clear example of what America First actually looks like—and exactly what Trump voters expected when they sent him to the White House.Josh wraps the show by torching the Left’s latest obsession with forcing out more Jeffrey Epstein documents, explaining why the loudest voices are often the most dishonest. And he exposes how Republicans are doing far more to push for transparency than the Left would ever admit—especially through their allies in the media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 17, 2025 • 41min
Trump’s Big Epstein Flip and the Right’s Crazy Caucus
Josh Hammer opens the show by tearing into the media circus surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files, exposing how the story has become more about political theater than truth. He explains why endless speculation and conspiracy chasing are distractions from real accountability — and why the obsession with Epstein says more about the media and public appetite for outrage than it does about justice.Josh also dives into President Trump’s latest comments on tariff rollbacks, breaking down which moves make sense and which could backfire on American workers. He then calls out the weekend’s media hit piece targeting him and other conservative hosts, pulling no punches on the website's smear tactics. Finally, Josh weighs in on Trump’s split with Marjorie Taylor Greene — and why his follow-up comments regarding Tucker Carlson lost sight of the bigger issue we are facing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 14, 2025 • 41min
A 50-YEAR Mortgage???
On today’s show, Josh Hammer takes on President Trump’s latest proposals, including a 50-year mortgage plan and expanded H-1B visas. While Josh supports bold ideas to help more Americans buy homes, he explains why this isn’t the right way to do it—and why bringing in more foreign workers isn’t putting America First.Josh also tackles a disturbing new poll showing the decline of religion in the U.S., warning what it means for the country’s moral fabric. Then, he dives deeper into the Jeffrey Epstein case and the Left’s continued effort to falsely pin it on Donald Trump. Finally, Josh lays out what he believes the president must do now to fix a crisis that’s been badly mishandled since taking office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


