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National Review 11 Episodes Oct 7, 2026

The McCarthy Report offers in-depth analysis on the most pressing legal questions facing the United States. Hosted by veteran prosecutor and law professor Andy McCarthy alongside National Review editor in chief Rich Lowry, the podcast leverages decades of legal experience to cut through media hysteria with sober-minded commentary. Each episode examines how American freedom is secured by the commitment of courts and citizens to the rule of law.

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Episode 351: A Question of Criminality at Cornell Oct 7, 2026 01:14:57 Content Warning: This episode contains details regarding the Cornell Seven case that may not be appropriate for children. Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich explore the complex legal and political issues surrounding the Cornell Seven case, the recent international security threat involving Iran and the UK, and the state of the death penalty. Sponsors: The Institute for Gove

Episode 350: Iran's Jihad Isn't Over Oct 1, 2026 01:05:06 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the recent Jihadist plots in England and on a flight to Israel, the state of the Iran War, and the media’s distortion of the Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump's third-country deportations. Sponsor: The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State University This podcast was edited and produced by Lauren Elizabeth Veldhuizen. 

Episode 349: Might Makes Right — Unless You’re Wrong Sep 23, 2026 00:55:03 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss two of Trump’s major foreign policy flashpoints – Iran and Ukraine — and the Kennedy Center debacle.Sponsor: The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State UniversityThis podcast was edited and produced by Lauren Elizabeth Veldhuizen.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio

Episode 348: Don Jr.'s Big Fat Russian Wedding Sep 17, 2026 00:57:32 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the recent Russian assassination plot indictments, the Trump family's connections to a Russian oligarch, and much more. Sponsors: The Institute for Governance and Civic at Florida State University This podcast was edited and produced by Lauren Elizabeth Veldhuizen.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com

Episode 347: 9/11 Recollections Sep 10, 2026 01:11:57 After a brief hiatus, Andy and Rich return to The McCarthy Report to reflect on the events of September 11th and analyze the successes and failures of America's fight against terror over the past 25 years. Sponsors: The Institute for Governance and Civics at Florida State UniversityThis podcast was edited and produced by Lauren Elizabeth Veldhuizen.   Hosted by Simplecast, an A

Episode 346: Court Considerations Jul 1, 2026 01:01:17 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the final batch of Supreme Court decisions that came down this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 345: Injuring American Interests Jun 25, 2026 01:01:48 Andy is flying solo today on The McCarthy Report, and his discusses the pitfalls and errors in Trump's MOU with Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 344: A Good Deal Is Hard to Find Jun 18, 2026 00:38:57 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss Trump's purported deal with Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 343: The Nonexistent Cease-Fire Jun 11, 2026 01:07:32 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the increasing hostilities in Iran, the Section 702 fight, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 342: Bad News for New Jersey Jun 4, 2026 01:01:36 Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy discusses his concerns with the Democratic nominee for New Jersey's 12th congressional district, Adam Hamawy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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