The Auron MacIntyre Show
The Auron MacIntyre Show offers thought-provoking and mold-breaking political commentary, drawing from the best political thinkers throughout history to make sense of the current political climate. Auron and his guests dig below the surface to provide insights that are easy to digest and clinically proven to raise your IQ.
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America’s Traditions Must Be Lived Out or They Will Die | 7/2/26
Modern people tend to see knowledge as something humanity collectively achieves. Once a scientific advancement of moral truth is uncovered it is now part of the collective achievement of our species and remains known in perpetuity. In truth, these advancements are not eternal and can be easily lost if a civilization does not practice them day to day. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary we
SCOTUS Upholds Birthright Citizenship | Guest: Mark Hemingway | 7/1/26
The Supreme Court delivered two devastating rulings that allow for delayed counting of mail-in ballots and the continuation of birthright citizenship. The 14th Amendment arguments were particularly bad from a court that is supposed to be controlled by originalist conservatives. Why do GOP-appointed judges regularly betray conservatives? Mark Hemingway joins me to discuss.
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Did Plato Predict the Coming of Christ? | Guest: Ronald Dodson | 6/29/26
Are philosophy, religion, and politics entirely separate disciplines? Did early Greek philosophers like Plato recognize aspects of political life that only the person of Christ could fulfill? Ronald Dodson joins me to discuss the intersection of faith and reason and why getting it right is just as important to politics as it is to theology.
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How Ethnic Cartels Took Over Gas Stations | Guest: C. Jay Engel | 6/26/26
Over the years, America has seen the slow transformation of entire industries that seem to be captured by specific foreign diasporas. From truck driving to IT, hotels, and gas stations, ethnic cartels have used advantages enshrined in law to corner the market for many businesses. The drop in quality of these establishments has had an overall deleterious effect on the quality of life in the U.S. Wr
Neoconservatives Always Betray You | 6/25/26
The day-to-day status of negotiations may be touch and go but it looks like the Trump administration is doing everything it can to reach a deal and end the conflict with Iran. The war may have had solid support from Donald Trump’s Fox News-oriented voters but remained unpopular with the rest of the country. The conflict lost Trump several high-profile supporters but it did earn him the favor of a
Is There Still a Political Solution for the UK? | Guest: News Fist | 6/24/26
The situation in the United Kingdom continues to degrade as mass immigration takes its toll on the country. The ruling class can only become more tyrannical in the hopes of quelling the tensions that its immigration policy has caused. Even this effort has been of little help, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation due to the unpopular nature of his leadership. U.K. commentor
Why the West Is Being Replaced | Guest: Peter Brimelow | 6/22/26
The issue of immigration has become so urgent that it is easy to forget how far things have come. When Peter Brimelow was writing about the dangers of mass immigration in the early 1990s the subject was considered so dangerous that he was purged from National Review. Brimelow joins me to discuss his cancellation and the incredible success that immigration restriction has achieved under the Trump a
Can Blue America Be Saved? | Guest: Dave Greene | 6/19/26
Many have claimed that if the culture of America is to be rescued, effort must begin in blue states, but is such a transformation even possible? Urban areas have the economic resources and cultural capital, but it seems like they increasingly resent being American in the first place. Dave Greene joins me to discuss the future of blue states and if there is any hope for making them great again.
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MLB’s Pride Police Strike Out Against Christians | 6/18/26
Donald Trump’s 2024 victory shocked the cultural radicals who expected the country to keep swallowing the agenda. Trump did not end wokeness, but his mandate signaled a limit to what the public would tolerate. Movies and television still push woke pieties. Democrats still advance insane views on child transition. But the most outrageous excesses of Pride Month have begun to recede. This June, far
The Esoteric Philosopher Whose Disciples Hijacked Conservatism | 6/17/26
Leo Strauss is not a name many conservatives would know, but his philosophy, and the students who follow it, radically redefined the movement. Strauss was an accomplished scholar with an interesting method for interpreting philosophical texts. Despite an impressive intellect, Strauss' larger project had implications that his students followed to create the movement we call neoconservatism. We'll b
Peace in Iran, but Can Trump Keep It? | Guest: J. Burden | 6/15/26
Iranian media has confirmed that President Trump has reached a peace deal with what remains of the country's leadership. The move drew cheers from Trump's supporters, but fair-weather neoconservatives are furious. Can Trump keep Israel and Iran in line long enough to seal the deal? How will this impact the Middle East going forward? J. Burden joins me to discuss geopolitics as well as the Left's r
Did Cato's Pride Doom the Republic? | Guest: Alex Petkas | 6/12/26
Cato the Younger is a figure rightly revered for his adherence to principles during the late Roman Republic as he opposed the rise of Julius Caesar. While Cato showed remarkable courage in the face of danger, he was also a man obsessed with the idea of upholding law no matter the cost. This has brought him great respect, but it also forced him to exacerbate tensions and spurn allies until he becam
Real Nationalism Is Exclusive | 6/11/26
After decades of brutal race and gender politics from the Left, conservatives began treating identity itself as toxic. That reaction is understandable after fighting a sinister ideology for years, but ignoring identity is not an option. Human beings need a firm sense of who they are and where they belong. Progressives exploited that impulse in twisted, artificial ways, but the impulse remains natu
Karmelo Anthony Found Guilty. What Happens Next? | Guest: Matthew Williams | 6/10/26
Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of the murder of Austin Metcalf. The verdict can never compensate for Metcalf's death, but it is good news that justice has been done in a high-profile case charged with racial tensions. Matthew Williams will join me to discuss the verdict as well as a big win for the Trump administration around the issue of disparate impact.
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Spencer Pratt and the Joke of American Democracy | Guest: Tom Sauer | 6/8/26
Los Angles mayoral challenger Spencer Pratt was making big waves pushing back against liberal orthodoxy in the notoriously liberal city. Despite a promising run, Pratt seems to have lost the primary in an extremely suspicious election. Navy veteran and Clairmont Lincoln Fellow Tom Sauer joins me to discuss the L.A. election and the continued turmoil over the Iran peace deal.
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Greg Bovino Reveals the TRUTH About Mass Deportations | Guest: Greg Bovino | 6/5/2026
Former Commander of the Border Patrol Greg Bovino joins me to discuss his push to resume mass deportations. Bovino explains the full-spectrum strategy that was implemented when the administration began deportation and why it was so effective in closing the border. We discuss why that strategy was placed on hold by the forces arrayed against the deportation mission. Bovino also lays out why deporta
The British State Exists to Eliminate the English | 6/4/26
Bodycam footage from the United Kingdom has turned Henry Nowak’s death from a local outrage into a national indictment. The footage appears to show officers handcuffing an 18-year-old stabbing victim, dismissing his pleas for help, and treating him as the suspect while he bled to death. Nowak, an 18-year-old from Essex, reportedly told officers, “I can’t breathe,” and “I’ve been stabbed.” Officers
The Vibe Shift Is Over | Guest: Scott Greer | 6/3/26
The second Trump administration started off with incredible momentum. In addition to the fast pace of executive orders, the Right was gaining cultural momentum. People no longer had to hide their support of MAGA, and mainstream outlets were writing resentful stories about how fashionable Trump fans had become. Now, the administration can't even keep has-been musicians from publicly abandoning the
Heidegger's Warning About Technology | Guest: Michael Millerman | 6/1/26
Martin Heidegger is considered one of the most important philosophers of all time, but his works are also regarded as impenetrable. One of his more approachable writings and one of his best is his essay on the nature of technology. The piece reveals a thinker who is less worried about technology itself and more worried about the mindset technology creates in the human being. Philosophy scholar Mic
Why Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' Had to Go Woke | Guest: James Keena | 5/29/26
Christopher Nolan is one of Hollywood's last great filmmakers. Many of his previous movies have even been considered conservative or reactionary for the different themes he has addressed. But Nolan's new version of "The Odyssey" looks to be filled with woke tropes and modern rewriting. Author James Keena joins me to discuss why everyone in Hollywood is so desperate to change the source material th
A New Kind of Hicklib Just Dropped | 5/28/26
The hicklib is usually a social outcast, a failson who needs a moral explanation for why he hates the community he never fit into. His resentment searches for a theory that will dignify his rage, and the progressive missionaries installed in local institutions are happy to provide one. The hicklib has become one of rural America’s petty plagues. But as the value of college degrees collapses, a new
Hasan Piker Is Cooked | Guest: John Dee | 5/27/26
Popular communist streamer Hasan Piker is in big trouble. Piker has been subpoenaed by the DOJ for his possible connections to the government of Cuba. Even worse, Piker is so dumb that he is blurting out his inside knowledge about China funding the radicalization of progressive groups in the U.S. John Dee joins me to discuss Piker's fate as well as the victory of Ken Paxton in the Republican prima
Is the Iran War Over? | 5/25/26
Donald Trump has announced that serious peace negotiations are under way to end the war with Iran. Several key details are still up in the air, but you can tell the negotiations are serious because all of Trump's new neoconservative admirers are turning on him in response to the announcement. We'll dive into the breakup of the "New MAGA" coalition, along with some concerning remarks Marco Rubio ju
The Truth About 'Teen Takeovers' | 5/22/26
Recently, a slew of "teen takeovers" has shut down areas of major U.S. cities, like Washington, D.C., Tampa, and Chicago. Stories are surfacing about malls banning "teens" because they are making shopping unsafe. We'll discuss why we are consistently seeing these euphemisms used to avoid addressing minority crime in the United States.
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Why Libertarians Fall for the AI Trap | 5/21/26
The artificial intelligence boom has become one of the biggest engines of the American economy. It has also triggered growing backlash against the data centers that make the boom possible. Tech moguls have rushed to build giant warehouses packed with the computing power needed to run AI systems, but they have done almost nothing to explain to ordinary Americans why those facilities deserve so much
Ezra Klein Has a Crisis of Faith | 5/20/26
Ezra Klein of the New York Times recently released a podcast about liberalism in crisis. In a surprisingly insightful moment, Klein recognized that liberalism was failing because it had been severed from its traditions, but Klein spent the rest of the episode explaining why he hates so many of the people who founded those traditions. We'll dive in and analyze why this inability to reconcile the pa
The Dave Rubin and Bishop Barron Interview Was Bizarre | 5 /18/26
Online Catholic personality Bishop Barron recently interviewed former leftist turned centrist Dave Rubin. The discussion felt like an odd relic ripped out of 2016. Both men seemed confused about the political landscape in front of them and why the moderately liberal utopia they envisioned never came to pass. The fact that a Catholic bishop also made no mention of Rubin's lifestyle or his use of su
Will AI Data Centers Destroy America? | Chase Davis | 5/15/26
The construction of AI data centers is exploding across the United States, but many communities are rejecting them. In addition to questions about environmental impacts, many residents near data centers are experiencing terrible noise and large increases in their power bills. There has also been very little discussion of what these centers actually do to benefit Americans while increasing the like
Conservatives Won't Address the REAL Cause of the Marriage Crisis | 5/14/26
The fact that marriage in America is on the decline is concerning, but few people understand how deep the problem goes. Recent data shows the dismal marriage numbers in the United States. The percentage of married couples, average age at which couples are marrying, and number of children are all in catastrophic decline. The numbers represent a dramatic collapse in the institution that serves as a
Machiavelli: The Power of Glory | 5/13/26
As we continue our reading of Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince," we examine the political theorist's chapter on glory and why it is valuable to the ruler. Machiavelli encourages great undertakings and the appearance of virtuous behavior, but always with an eye to their political utility, not their moral value. We'll also explore Machiavelli's warning about fortresses and how it applies to figures
The Rise and Fall of Infowars | Guest: Harrison Smith | 5/11/26
Alex Jones began his small news organization as a fringe outfit covering what are derisively called "conspiracy theories" but eventually grew to become one of the largest right-wing pundits in America. Along the way, Jones made some wild missteps but also had a surprising number of correct predictions. Jones was one of the first personalities to be deplatformed and face the full brunt of technolog
America Is Built on Abortion | 5/8/26
Pro-life advocates have won big victories under Donald Trump, but they have always been unsatisfied with his public priorities. Activists are pushing for a ban of the abortion pill right before midterm elections because they have been unsuccessful with referendums on the state level. What many fail to understand is that despite the legal changes, the American culture and the financial system have
It's Not Mental Illness. They Just Want You Dead | 5/7/26
In our modern world, it is very common to conflate motives we do not understand with some form of mental illness. This is understandable when it comes to horrific crime. Someone like a serial killer is so violent and twisted that it is hard for us to comprehend his actions, and there is certainly a fair amount of mental illness that is a factor. But today people often use this explanation when it
Is Hasan Piker Right About White Supremacy? | 5/6/26
Internet streamer Hasan Piker declared the United States a "white supremacist county" during a recent appearance. Piker is a spoiled rich idiot, but in his statements, he ironically echoed President Trump's remarks about America's Anglo-Saxon heritage. We'll look at what Piker gets wrong but also what he accidentally gets right when describing human nature. We'll also look at Alexander Dugin's bi
Vivek Ramaswamy Can't Conserve America | Guest: Michael Clary | 5/4/26
Vivek Ramaswamy has recently been caught on camera making two critical political errors. The candidate for governor of Ohio recently announced that he did not think Ohio was the best state and also explained why Jesus was not the one true son of God. Pastor Michael Clary has written a thoughtful piece on why Ramaswamy cannot conserve an American tradition he does not believe in. We will also discu
Machiavelli: Why It's Better to Be Feared Than Loved | 5/1/26
As we continue our reading of Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince," we reach what has probably become his most famous passage. Is it better for a ruler to be feared by his people or loved by his people? Is there a difference between fear and hatred? We'll also dive into Machiavelli's distinction between fox behavior and lion behavior and why the ideal ruler embodies both.
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Trump Has Failed to Secure the Monopoly on Violence | 4/30/26
Donald Trump has survived another assassination attempt by an alleged deranged progressive. Thankfully, Cole Allen was never able to get a clear shot at the president, but the allegation that another radical leftist managed to smuggle a long gun into the event site should alarm everyone. Despite multiple assassination attempts against Trump and the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, progressive
The TRUTH About How Diaspora Politics Shape America | 4/29/26
Many conservatives see American politics as a clash of ideologies in the marketplace of ideas. But there are other forces sitting under the surface that shape our elections. Large waves of immigration create foreign diasporas that seek to use their shared political power to secure advantages for their own communities, or in some cases to benefit the country they came from. We'll be looking at Samu
Assassination Culture: How To Make It Stop | Guest: J. Burden | 4/27/26
President Trump has survived yet another assassination attempt as a crazed leftist opened fire at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Democratic politicians and pundits are circulating rhetoric about turning down the rhetoric on both sides but it is clear by the incredible number of attempts on Trump's life that one side is encourage a culture of assassination and violence. J. Burden joins me
How the SPLC Funded the KKK | Guest: Matthew Williams | 4/24/26
The Department of Justice has charged the Southern Poverty Law Center with wire fraud as it allegedly funneled donor money to prop up the very extremist organizations it claims to fight. The SPLC isn't just another progressive NGO; it is responsible for training the FBI, local law enforcement, and many other organizations on matters related to hate crimes. That means the very organization training
UBI Is a Dangerous Delusion | 4/22/26
Elon Musk has reignited the debate over universal basic income after predicting that artificial intelligence will eliminate most human jobs. We'll discuss the ramifications of UBI and why it would be a disastrous system for the United States. We'll also look at a critical redistricting in Virginia and a huge revelation about the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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The Palantir Manifesto Is Wild | 4/20/26
Palantir is a tech company, founded by Peter Thiel, which has been integrated into several key functions of the U.S. government. The corporation recently released a fascinating manifesto, which reveals key aspects of how Palantir thinks about the intersection of government power, technology, corporations, and civic duty. This has wild implications for the future and interacts with many of the thin
Violent Immigrants Are Terrorizing America | Guest: J. Burden | 4/17/26
Recently, a Haitian immigrant beat a woman to death without provocation at a Florida gas station. Despite this shock display of violence, several GOP representatives recently crossed the aisle to extend the Temporary Protected Status of Haitian immigrants in the U.S. J. Burden joins me to discuss why the GOP continues to betray its voters despite clear demands for deportations.
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A Liberal Guide to National Suicide | 4/16/26
Pedro Sanchez, the prime minister of Spain, has announced that the country will legalize 500,000 migrants, creating a massive political and demographic shake-up inside the country. Spain fought the Reconquista for hundreds of years to recapture its lands from North African Muslims. In the 20th century, the country fought a civil war and was ruled by Francisco Franco for decades to ward off communi
Machiavelli: How Virtue Can Ruin a Prince | 4/15/26
We continue our examination of Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" as the political theorist discusses the negative impact that maintaining virtuous behavior can have on a ruler. This is where Machiavelli earns his reputation as a teacher of evil. We will also look at how war is the central duty around which the philosopher believes the office of prince revolves.
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Con Inc. Deserves Candace Owens | 4/13/26
It has been another wild weekend for the Trump administration. Peace talks broke down, the U.S. is blockading the Strait of Hormuz, and the president got in a fight with the pope and shared a picture of himself as Jesus. Also, we'll discuss Candace Owens and why she serves as the judgment that mainstream conservatism deserves.
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H-1B Invasion: How India Is Transforming the US | Guest: Sara Gonzales | 4/10/26
Another online documentary is going viral on the internet for exposing the way that legal immigration is transforming Texas. BlazeTV host Sara Gonzales, who has done great work exposing how ethnic cartels exploit H1-Bs and other government programs, joins me to discuss why Republicans seem especially vulnerable to these immigration scams. We also address the breaking revelation that a government-f
The Two Competing Progressive Teleologies of the United States | 4/9/26
From its earliest days, the United States saw itself as a nation with intense purpose — not a static country, not a museum of inherited customs, but a project. Alexander Hamilton envisioned a commercial republic that would rival the great powers of Europe. The doctrine of manifest destiny pushed that ambition across a continent. After World War II, the same impulse extended outward into global lea
Amnesty Betrayal and the World's Shortest Ceasefire | Guest: Ronald Dodson | 4/8/26
President Trump has declared a ceasefire with Iran, but Iranian and Israeli leaders have already violated it several times in less than 24 hours. Can the deal hold, or will America be dragged back into war? Also Republican Rep. Maria Salazar (Fla.) has stabbed conservatives in the back by offering an amnesty bill, while MAGA voters still wait for mass deportations. Ronald Dodson joins me to discus
Against a Talmudic Understanding of the Constitution | Guest: Kevin Dolan | 4/6/26
Is an originalist approach to the Constitution really conservative? Does the Right trap itself by viewing the Constitution as a purely legal text instead of something we are living out in our day-to-day lives? Kevin Dolan, founder of the Exit Group, joins me to discuss his new Constitutional Action initiative.
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Pam Bondi Out, Birthright Citizenship on the Line | Guest: Tom Sauer | 4/3/26
Pam Bondi is out after a disastrous run as attorney general, but who will replace her? Also, the critical challenge of birthright citizenship is before the Supreme Court, but key justices seem to be wavering. Navy veteran and Claremont Lincoln fellow Tom Sauer joins me to discuss.
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Japan’s Beautiful Love Affair with America | 4/2/25
For a brief moment, X stopped reading like a machine built to aggravate, divide, and degrade the people using it. Instead of the usual sludge of foreign bots and demoralizing propaganda, American users found themselves, thanks to a new auto-translation feature, staring at something unexpected: a flood of posts from Japan celebrating the United States. Monster trucks, backyard barbecue, Old West re
Oswald Spengler and the Second Religiousness | Guest: Morgoth | 4/1/26
In his work "The Decline of the West," Oswald Spengler introduces the concept of the "second religiousness," where an exhausted civilization attempts to return to its metaphysical roots. Spengler saw this transition as a part of the natural life cycle that all civilizations go through. Morgoth joins me to examine the second religiousness and determine if the West is approaching this period.
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Boots on the Ground in Iran, Major Scandal in Ukraine | Guest: Tom Woods | 3/30/26
The U.S. military deploys ground troops to the Middle East in what seems like an inevitable escalation of the war in Iran. In addition, Tulsi Gabbard has issued a stunning initial report of a plot that was meant to funnel U.S. war aid from Ukraine into Joe Biden's campaign against Donald Trump. The great Tom Woods joins me to discuss.
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Mending the MAGA Divide | Guest: Charlemagne | 3/27/26
As the war in Iran continues, the rift between anti-interventionists and plan-trusters inside the MAGA movement grows. Was this division inevitable, or is it being intentionally exacerbated by bad actors? Charlemagne joins me to discuss how this coalition can be restored and what actions need to be taken to guard against similar efforts in the future.
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The TSA Showdown Reveals a BRUTAL Truth About Our Politics | 3/26/26
America’s newest political battlefield runs through one of the most miserable places in the country: the airport. Democrats have held up funding for the Department of Homeland Security amid their ongoing war over ICE, and after a month without pay, TSA employees have started refusing to come to work. The result has been crippling delays at major airports, with waits stretching four hours or more a
Can AI Replace the Managerial Elite? | 3/25/26
Silicon Valley entrepreneurs are increasingly willing to admit that they are attempting to reach salvation through artificial intelligence. As the managerial structures that hold our society aloft start to reach their limits, AI is seen as a new way to transcend the restrictions place on human organization. We'll discuss whether AI can really replace our already inhuman managerial elite.
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Are Catholics Secretly Sabotaging America? | Guest: Chad Pecknold | 3/23/26
A strange effort has begun to sow division inside American Christianity. Online personalities and influencers are spinning a tale in which Catholic integralists seek to undermine evangelical influence in the hopes of ultimately driving the U.S. away from Israel. Professor Chad Pecknold of Catholic University joins me to discuss.
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War, Israel, and Sovereignty | Guest: Tucker Carlson | 3/20/26
Joe Kent has caused a major controversy by resigning his position inside the Trump administration while suggesting that America entered the war in Iran under pretenses manufactured by the state of Israel. Tucker Carlson joins me to discuss the current conflict, America's alliance with Israel, and the calls for censorship and arrest that have been levied at skeptics of the current war. Carlson also
We Have a Podcast Problem, but It Isn't What You Think | 3/19/26
To say the conservative movement has come off the rails would comically understate the damage. Wild accusations bounce from show to show. Members of Congress pick petty fights on social media. President Trump even waded into internet drama while another war rages in the Persian Gulf. Plenty of commentators blame podcasts for this new disorder, and the new ecosystem gives them no shortage of bad be
No, the US Empire Isn't Over: Responding to Academic Agent | 3/18/26
Does the current war in Iran spell doom for the American empire? Does the United States fit into the classical definition and life cycle of imperial powers? We respond to YouTuber Academic Agent and his assertion that the end of the American empire is at hand.
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Joe Kent Resigns Over Iran War | Guest: J. Burden | 3/17/26
Director of the National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent has resigned in protest against the war in Iran. Kent is a longtime MAGA supporter, combat veteran, and Gold Star husband, so his resignation came as a shock to many. In his resignation letter, Kent claimed that Israel drew the United States into the war and that President Trump was deceived about the level of threat Iran posed to the U.S.
How Modernity Rewires Your Brain | Dr. Iain McGilchrist | 3/13/26
Everything you think you know about the function of the human brain is wrong. Dr. Iain McGilchrist, author of "The Master and His Emissary," explains his groundbreaking discoveries about how the brain hemispheres really work. We also discuss how the modern world has focused almost entirely on one hemisphere of the brain, rewiring humans to think and behave in deeply unhealthy patterns. Follow on:
Trump Is Losing His Greatest Advantage in Iran — Speed | 3/12/26
The war in Iran has entered its second week, and the Trump administration is fighting on two fronts: the physical battlefield and the narrative one. Most Americans expected U.S. firepower to dominate, and it has. Seven American service members have died so far, but Iran has suffered far heavier losses in lives and materiel. Even those surprised by the damage Iran managed to inflict on U.S. allies
Machiavelli on the Danger of Mercenaries | 3/11/26
One of Machiavelli's most important insights centers on the need for a ruler to have total control over the instruments of violence. In our continued examination of "The Prince," we will take a look at the role of mercenaries in warfare and why the political theorist warned so adamantly against them. We will also delve more deeply into Machiavelli's thoughts on the power of the Catholic Church.
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Machiavelli on the Power of Wickedness | 3/9/26
As we continue our series on Machiavelli's "The Prince," we move to some of the most controversial passages. Are wicked rulers more effective? What is the right way to do injury to your enemies? Is the father of modern political theory encouraging the wicked ruler or simply explaining the nature of his power? We'll address all of these classic questions while also investigating how Machiavelli's a
'A Knight of the 7 Kingdoms' Is Different | Guest: Jack Posobiec | 3/6/26
The latest "Game of Thrones" spin-off, "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms," may have breathed new life into the flagging franchise. A refreshing spirit of honor and a celebration of the traditional hero's journey provide a striking contrast to more dour and serious installments. Noted "Game of Thrones" blogger Jack Posobiec joins me to discuss what the show's success means for the franchise.
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Response: Should America Embrace Empire? | 3/5/26
With Trump's actions in Venezuela and Iran, many right-wing commentators, like my BlazeTV colleague John Doyle, are asking if we should embrace the idea of American empire. This is a critical discussion and a topic that I have invested a lot of time understanding. I respond to the notion that America should expand its role as the global hegemon and provide some alternative models for imperial poli
Lindsey Graham Calls to Expand War to Lebanon | 3/4/26
Just a few days into the Iranian war, Lindsey Graham is already calling for the U.S. to expand the conflict by joining Israel in Lebanon. The Trump administration continues to struggle with a justification for the conflict, attempting to clarify previous statements about Israel forcing its hand. We also discuss the DOJ successfully arresting everyone who stormed a church in Minnesota with Don Lemo
War in Iran, Terror in Austin | 3/2/26
The United States and Israel launched a war on Iran over the weekend after months of unsuccessful negotiations over nuclear enrichment. Meanwhile, in Austin, Texas, a radical Islamic immigrant allegedly opened fire in a bar, killing two and wounding another 14 victims. We'll discuss the ongoing conflict and the political ramifications that are likely to follow. Plus, Ted Cruz got really angry at y
When Politics Meets Metal | Guest: Phil Labonte | 2/27/26
In a world that has become increasingly political, every aspect of art becomes a purity test. Phil Labonte, lead singer of the heavy metal band All That Remains, discusses his experience climbing to the top of the metalcore world as a conservative. We also discuss why conservatives often struggle with producing culture and art.
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How the Laptop Revolution Destroyed Public Education | 2/26/26
A recent Fortune magazine article made waves with a grim admission: After more than $30 billion spent flooding classrooms with laptops and tablets, standardized scores keep sliding. Worse, neuroscientists now link more classroom screen time to lower performance. The device meant to modernize learning may be helping to unmake it.
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The Rise of Rupert Lowe | Guest: Harry Robinson | 2/25/26
Nigel Farage was supposed to be the new right-wing option to the U.K. Conservative Party, but Rupert Lowe has taken the nation by storm. His Restore Britain party is gaining momentum and dominating the public conversation. Is Lowe the man for the job, or will he simply split the right-wing vote in Britain? Harry Robinson of the Lotus Eaters joins me to discuss.
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Breaking Down Tucker Carlson vs. Mike Huckabee | 2/23/26
Tucker Carlson recently interviewed U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, and the footage instantly went viral. The two men had several contentious exchanges that reveal many of the flash points surrounding the U.S.-Israel relationship. We'll break down the highlights to better understand why this clash is so important to the wider conversation on nationalism and identity.
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Why The Right Struggles With Art | Guest: Dave Greene 2/20/26
Despite several alternative media companies pouring money into more conservative movies and television shows the right still struggles to compete in the artistic sphere. Some major movies have an implicit level of right-sing messaging but they often try to burry it or receive major criticism despite being high-caliber releases. Dave Greene joins me to discuss what conservative activists and pundit
Apathy Ended Disney Gay Days Before Christians Could | 2/19/26
After 35 years, the future of Disney’s Gay Days looks grim. The group that organizes the event announced that shifting hotel agreements and the loss of key sponsors forced it to cancel the celebration in 2026. Organizers still urge gay fans to visit the parks on the usual dates and wear themed attire, but the coordinated celebration appears headed for a quiet end. Whatever happens next, one point
Machiavelli on Governing the Conquered | 2/18/26
We will be continuing our reading and analysis of Machiavelli's "The Prince" by diving into his thoughts on how to maintain the loyalty of conquered nations. Machiavelli puts critical emphasis on how to properly occupy and subdue territories depending on how they were previously governed. The Florentine diplomat also stresses the need for conquerors to control their own arms, which leads to a more
Machiavelli on the Difficulty of Conquest | 2/16/26
Niccolo Machiavelli is often considered the father of modern political philosophy. This will be the first episode in a series where we read his most famous work, "The Prince," and analyze his insights. In the opening portion of the book, Machiavelli provides his thoughts on the types of nations and how rulers can go about expanding their territory through conquest.
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The Super Bowl Now Plays Like America’s Divorce Proceedings | 2/12/26
The Seattle Seahawks trampled the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, but the postgame chatter barely touched football. Fans and pundits argued about anthems, halftime, commercials, and what the whole spectacle “said” about America. Americans once used the game to share food, laugh at ads, and pretend for a night that they still belonged to one people. This year, the country used the game to re
Will Canada Start Euthanizing Babies? | Guest: Black Horse | 2/11/26
Canada has been euthanizing an increasing number of its own citizens. In the most predictable outcome possible, the program has expanded its mission from terminally ill adults in overwhelming pain to those who are simply seen as a burden. Now, officials are discussing the possibility of even subjecting infants to the barbaric practice. Canadian commentator Black Horse joins me to discuss.
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