
Rising
Rising is a daily morning show hosted by Robby Soave. It breaks the mold of morning TV by taking viewers inside the halls of Washington power like never before, providing outside-of-the-beltway perspectives. The show leans into the day's political cycle with cutting edge analysis from DC insiders and outsiders alike to provide coverage not provided on cable news. It also sets the day's political agenda by breaking exclusive news with a team of scoop-driven reporters and demanding answers during interviews with the country's most important political newsmakers. Where to tune in and follow: https://linktr.ee/risingthehill
Latest episodes

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Feb 10, 2025 • 1h 15min
Elon Musk wants Ron Paul to audit the FED for DOGE, Trump slashes more security clearances, Why the left is so worried about Trump, And More: 2.10.25
Niall Stanage, a political commentator, discusses Trump's view on dissent and the left's anxiety about his influence. Will Del Pilar, Senior VP at Ed Trust, addresses controversies surrounding the Department of Education amidst proposed reforms. Elon Musk’s push for auditing the Fed ties into broader themes of economic transparency. The podcast also critiques Trump’s security clearance cuts and reflects on shifting political loyalties, raising questions about the future of governance and public trust in institutions.

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Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 12min
Lara Trump gets her own show on FOX, USAID exposed for paying Politico? Not so fast!, Hillary Clinton blames MAGA for plane crashes, And More: 2.6.25
USAID faces scrutiny for alleged payments to Politico, stirring debates about government transparency. The contentious issue of transgender athletes in women's sports ignites fierce discussion. Hillary Clinton controversially blames MAGA for plane crashes, while comedic figures lampoon political tensions involving Elon Musk. Lara Trump’s new show raises eyebrows on nepotism in media, prompting a robust discussion about talent versus family connections. Overall, the blend of serious critique and lighthearted banter keeps listeners engaged.

Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 16min
Think Tanks cashing in on dark money, NFL removes 'End Racism' from fields before Super Bowl, NPR, PBS funding scrutinized, And More: 2.5.25
0:00 Trump threatens to obliterate Iran if They assassinate him, but wants a deal! Robby Soave
8:55 Trump's outlandish vision for Gaza, ‘The Riviera of the Middle East:’ Niall Stanage
18:10 Trump welcomes El Salvador pres Nayib Bukele’s offer to take in American prisoners
28:23 NPR, PBS funding scrutinized: MTG calls on both outlets to testify before DOGE committee
37:01 USAID inadvertently funded gain-of-function in Wuhan lab: Interview
47:40 NFL removes 'End Racism' from fields before Super Bowl, despite Roger Goodell doubling down on DEI
56:55 Think Tanks cashing in on dark money; orgs keep funding sources a secret: Interview
1:05:36 OSCAR Nominee Trans Actor Karla Sofia Gascon TRASHED Over Past Racist, Xenophobic X Posts
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Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 16min
Trump wants Gaza; POTUS issues Iran a stark warning
Today on Rising, Robby delivers radar on President Trump’s threat to “obliterate” Iran. Niall delivers a monologue on Trump’s eyebrow-raising suggestion that the U.S. should acquire Gaza. El Salvadoran President Bukele offers to take in American prisoners. Libertarian commentator Hannah Cox sheds light on the USAID inadvertently funding gain-of-function research. Quincy Institute fellow Nick Cleveland-Stout discusses the lack of transparency surrounding think tank funding. All this, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 11min
Sen Susan Collins backing Tulsi Gabbard for DNI, Trump's tariffs are 'economic coercion,' Young DOGE engineers revealed, And More: 2.4.25
Andrew Hale, a senior policy analyst specializing in trade policy, discusses Trump's tariffs, labeling them as 'economic coercion' that effectively pressures other nations. Congressman Ro Khanna shares his controversial views on the younger Doge engineers connected to Elon Musk's initiative, denouncing the backlash they face online. The conversation also touches on the implications of Tulsi Gabbard’s candidacy for DNI and how social media continues to shape political landscapes, particularly among younger voters.

Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 11min
Elon Musk staffs DOGE; infiltrates treasury, accessing SS numbers
Today on Rising, Robby lays out why he believes the mainstream media got it wrong when it comes defining who are MAGA young supporters. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) blasts DOGE and how it is proceeding to dismantle the government. Andrew Hale, a trade policy analyst at Heritage Foundation, defends the Trump tariffs. DOGE employees say they face doxxing.. Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) says she will support Tulsi Gabbard to be the next director of national intelligence. This, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 3, 2025 • 1h 14min
DNC Picks Ken Martin, USAID shutdown, Trump imposes tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China, And More: 2.3.25
Lee Fong, an independent journalist, shares insights on the Democratic National Committee's leadership troubles and the party's struggles with identity politics. Phil Lenczycki, an investigative reporter, dives into China's shadow justice systems creeping into U.S. cities, revealing the connection to intimidation tactics against dissidents. They discuss the implications of the USAID shutdown, Trump's tariffs on Canada and China, and the broader national discourse surrounding these contentious issues, blending political analysis with impactful revelations.

Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 10min
Trump Sending migrants to Gitmo immigration camp, IG speaks out after Trump fired him, Anthony Mackie faces backlash over Captain America comments, And More: 1.31.25
0:00 Is DEI to blame for Black Hawk-jet tragic collision on the Potomac?
12:36 Trump Sending migrants to Gitmo immigration camp; Cenk Uygur calls out Biden for past funding there
21:31 'Tulsi Gabbard exposed Jake Sullivan's Al-Qaeda email during Senate hearing': Aaron Mate
30:41 'Finally, the reason why Kamala Harris skipped Joe Rogan podcast revealed: Watch
39:35 Lawmakers voted for more flights, ignore air traffic safety warnings despite near-misses: Interview
48:38 There has never been a mass firing like this’ IG speaks out after Trump fired him: Interview
59:55 Anthony Mackie faces backlash over Captain America comments
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Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 12min
American Airlines crash with Army helicopter was preventable, Dem Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison, Vivek Ramaswamy denies being kicked out of DOGE, And More: 1.30.25
0:00 American Airlines crash with Army helicopter was preventable, Sean Duffy and Trump Say
8:32 Dem Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison, begs Trump for pardon! Robby Soave
17:12 RFK Jr pushes back against Dems in confirmation hearing day 2; Nicole Shanahan threatens ‘no’ votes
27:34 Kash Patel disagrees with Trump pardoning J6ers who assaulted cops, Tulsi Gabbard on the defense
39:25 Vivek Ramaswamy denies being kicked out of DOGE; Charlamagne Tha God: 'I don't believe you'
48:44 Pentagon intel agency pauses Pride, Black History Month and other 'observances'
55:04 Trump on Mt Rushmore? Anna Paulina Luna introduces bill to make it happen
1:02:59 'Made my life hell': Paul Krugman bashes New York Times after leaving
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Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 12min
Passenger jet-military chopper collision rattles Washington; Trump wants answers
Today on Rising, the hosts give developments on the American Airlines-Army helicopter deadly crash over the Potomac River. Robby delivers radar on the 11-year sentence former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez (D) received after being convicted of crimes including fraud and accepting bribes from the Egyptian government, including luxury cars and gold bars. Trump’s nominees Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel go before the Senate for their confirmation hearings. Charlamagne Tha God calls out Vivek Ramaswamy over DOGE departure. This and more. #rising Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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