The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg
The Dispatch
In “The Remnant," Jonah Goldberg enlists a “Cannonball Run”-style cast of stars, has-beens, and never-weres to address the most pressing issues of the day. Is America doomed? Has liberalism failed? And will mankind ever invent something better than ‘90s-era “Simpsons?” Mixing political history, pop culture, rank punditry, and shameless book-plugging, Goldberg and guests will have the kinds of conversations we wish they featured on TV. And the nudity will (almost) always be tasteful. Brace your bingo cards.
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13 snips
Dec 27, 2023 • 1h 12min
Deal or New Deal
Jonah Goldberg and Michael Strain discuss the history of economics, income inequality myths, and the causes of the Great Depression. They also delve into the importance of supporting individual rights and expression, the debate on wealth redistribution, improvements in quality of life, foreign ownership of American resources, and share TV show recommendations.
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Dec 23, 2023 • 1h 20min
Christmas with the Cranks
This podcast episode covers a wide range of topics including Trump's removal from Colorado ballots, the politics of abortion, the dumbness of populism, and the importance of gratitude during the holiday season.
Dec 21, 2023 • 1h 8min
What Is It Good For?
Jonah Goldberg invites Frederick Kagan, Director of the American Enterprise Institute’s Critical Threats Project, to discuss conflicts between Israel and Hamas, Russia and Ukraine, and how the Biden administration should approach Iran and China. They also examine the potential impact of the 2024 election on American foreign policy and learn from history about modern warfare.
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Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 28min
Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?
In this interview, Jonah Goldberg discusses the inevitability of a GOP Trump nomination and the end of democracy. Other interesting topics include epistemological humility, accumulation of power by presidents, the impact of despair on the future, political correctness, evolving trends within parties, and social media suppression.
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Dec 16, 2023 • 1h 29min
We Happy Few
Jonah Goldberg goes on an epic rant about free speech absolutism and the legacy of Liberal Fascism. He raises questions about antisemitism, Nazis, and how to stay positive. The podcast also explores the flaws of DEI, role of higher education under the Nazis, impact of Darwinism, and conservatism's relationship to democracy.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 1h 49min
House of Horrors
GOP Rep. Dan Crenshaw joins Jonah to discuss fixing Congress and other broken institutions of government. They delve into Congress' transformation, weakening major parties, and historical roots of antisemitism. They also explore the ideological divide, radicalization of the right, frustrations of the budget process, and potential for a grand bargain on border security.
Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 10min
Rome Sweet Rome
In this podcast, ancient historian Bret Devereaux discusses the fascination with ancient Rome and its influence on political philosophy. They also explore the historical claims to the land of Israel and Palestine, providing a historical overview of the region. The conversation touches on topics such as the impact of Trump on biblical teachings and concerns about his potential return to power. The importance of institutions in preventing such outcomes is emphasized.
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Dec 9, 2023 • 1h 33min
The Kayfabe Coalition
Topics discussed are the rise of antisemitism on college campuses, the hideousness of Vivek Ramaswamy, the ongoing GOP primary, the link between pro wrestling and Donald Trump, and the dangers of the Howard Zinnification of the left.
Dec 7, 2023 • 1h 36min
Ukraine Begin Again
This podcast delves into topics such as the making of a Ukraine-focused podcast, the dreary state of British politics, the fatal allure of historical determinism, the impact of third parties on elections, the failure of Western foreign policy, the problems with education and social media, and a comparison of Israel and Russia's expansionism.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 32min
Send in the Clowns
Join Jonah Goldberg as he invites Sarah Isgur to discuss the unfolding 2024 election, the Bidens as a crime family, Trump's potential renomination, and the second term. Stick around for insights on sidewalk placement and the virtues of food sharing.
