

The Dispatch Podcast
The Dispatch
Host Steve Hayes is joined by Jonah Goldberg, Megan McArdle and guests for a thoughtful discussion on politics, policy and culture.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 1h 4min
The Double-Hater Voter | Roundtable
The podcast dives into Ohio's primary, Trump's trials, and the Middle East, while discussing double-hater voters and Abraham Lincoln. Topics include Bernie Moreno's success, Trump's legal troubles, Sen. Chuck Schumer's Israel comments, and historical representations of Lincoln. Musical banter and birthday wishes add a light-hearted touch to the episode.

Mar 18, 2024 • 44min
Should the U.S. Defend Taiwan? | Interview: Dan Negrea and Matthew Kroenig
Former Trump official and national security expert discuss the US-Taiwan relationship and foreign policy. Topics include China's military threats, backing Taiwan in war, FBI counterintelligence measures, conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and the potential for a Trump-Reagan fusion in conservative foreign policy.

Mar 17, 2024 • 32min
Welcoming the Stranger | Interview: Bishop Mark Seitz
Bishop Mark Seitz discusses immigration, response to lawsuit; Policy solutions and crime fears addressed; Church's stance on borders; Biden and Trump's border visits; Annunciation House's mission; Challenges in U.S. immigration system; Migrant experiences in El Paso; Responsibilities in immigration policy.

Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 4min
That's What Xi Said | Roundtable
The podcast discusses TikTok's influence on youth and national security concerns, mixed views on the Oscars, Kate Middleton conspiracy theories, memory lapses in politics, controversy around a photoshopped royal image, and the impact of AI on spreading conspiracy theories.

Mar 11, 2024 • 52min
Democracy and Freedom | Interview: Natan Sharansky
The podcast discusses topics such as Navalny's murder, left-wing antisemitism, Israeli-U.S. relations, comparisons between Biden and Trump, pressure on Israeli politicians, potential Arab countries helping Gaza, and reflections on democracy and freedom.

Mar 8, 2024 • 53min
Waiting for the NASCAR Crash | Roundtable
Debating the partisan nature of the State of the Union, Biden's performance, Katie Britt's silence on Trump, and the absence of No Labels. Also discussed are audience demographics, challenges in port construction, and speculations on a third-party candidate for the election.

Mar 5, 2024 • 48min
Should the RNC Pay Trump’s Legal Bills? | Interview: Henry Barbour
The podcast discusses Henry Barbour's proposed resolution to stop the RNC from paying Trump's legal bills, the RNC's roots, electing Lara Trump, concerns about Ronna McDaniel, and the dilemma of supporting Trump or alternative candidates.

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Mar 4, 2024 • 43min
Nat Cons and Gen Z | Interview: David Brog
Topics discussed include support for Palestinians by young Americans, impact of critical race theory, organizing national conservative conferences, evolving views on Israel among different generations, national conservatism and foreign policy, American interventions abroad, conservative movements post-Trump presidency, American interests in foreign conflicts

Mar 1, 2024 • 39min
Countdown Until Super Tuesday | Interview: Nikki Haley
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley discusses GOP race, party direction, bloated government under Republicans, America's relationship with Putin, and why Trump won't win primary. Exploring ideological shifts in the Republican Party and Trump's views on dictators. Campaigning for change and analyzing Trump's electability in a general election. Navigating change in the Republican Party with a focus on attracting disenchanted voters.

Mar 1, 2024 • 1h 11min
The Trials of Donald Trump, Explained | Roundtable x Collision
The podcast discusses Trump's legal battles, including SCOTUS hearing, immunity case, hush money, obstruction charges, and Georgia investigations. They debate voter trust, court roles, Stormy Daniels case, and ethical dilemmas. The banter includes playful wordplay and historical references.


