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Brian Kilmeade: The President and the Freedom Fighter Nov 23, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by Brian Kilmeade co-host of FOX & Friends on The FOX News Channel and Host of The Brian Kilmeade Show on FOX News Radio, to discuss his latest book The President and the Freedom Fighter: Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and Their Battle to Save America's Soul. Brian shares why it’s important to shed light on these stories of individuals who came from nothing only to rise into American heroes. Later, he shares his thoughts on the way Manhattan has changed throughout the pandemic. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Senator Josh Hawley & How To Take On Critical Race Theory Nov 15, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) to explain the status of the Department of Justice regarding the 'display of ignorance' from United States Attorney General Merrick Garland. Senator Hawley defends his memo criticizing the Attorney General for weaponizing the FBI against parents and says it's time to give them the basic right to know what their children are learning in school, especially if their school district is federally funded. Later, he discusses the newly negative perspective on men across America given the 'woke' culture. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Ian Prior & The Parent Revolution Nov 08, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by the Executive Director of Fight for Schools, Ian Prior to discuss the influence of Loudon County on last week’s Virginia Governor’s race. Ian explains the importance of the First Amendment being acknowledged at School Board Association meetings. He also explains what motivated him to spearhead “The Parent Revolution” and recruit people to join in the Fight for Schools. Later, Ian shares his thoughts on the future of education as more alternatives to public school emerge. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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David Harsanyi & The Dangers Of Following In Europe's Footsteps Nov 01, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by Senior Writer at National Review, a Nationally Syndicated Columnist, and author, David Harsanyi to discuss his latest book, Eurotrash: Why America Must Reject the Failed Ideas of a Dying Continent. David explains why looking to Europe for answers to America's problems could lead the country down the wrong path. He also breaks down what he thinks the impacts are for pushing more responsiveness from the government. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Senator Joe Lieberman & How We Can Make The Government Work Again Oct 26, 2021

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This week, Ben is joined by former United States Senator Joe Lieberman to discuss his new book, The Centrist Solution: How We Made Government Work and Can Make It Work Again. Senator Lieberman examines the only way true legislative progress can be made is if both parties can reject extremism and embrace constructive compromise in the center; however, he believes this is what the U.S. government lacks today, and that is the true problem of American politics. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Victor Davis Hanson & The Spotlight On The Middle Class Oct 18, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by Political Commentator and NYTimes Best Selling author, Victor Davis Hanson, to discuss his new book The Dying Citizen: How Progressive Elites, Tribalism, and Globalization Are Destroying the Idea of America. Victor examines the influence of government on our understanding of class distinctions and explains the middle class' "perpetual state of childhood." Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Bret Baier & The Contentious Election of 1876 Oct 12, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by FOX News Chief Political Anchor, Anchor of Special Report with Bret Baier, and host of The All Star Panel podcast, Bret Baier to discuss his new book, To Rescue the Republic: Ulysses S. Grant, the Fragile Union, and the Crisis of 1876. Bret shares what it took to cover such a controversial time in American history when writing his new book and shares his experience running The Special Report program.

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Ryan Holiday & Why Courage Is The Virtue In Shortest Supply Oct 04, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by Author, Public-Relations Strategist, and Host of the podcast The Daily Stoic, Ryan Holiday, to discuss his most recent book Courage Is Calling: Fortune Favors the Brave. Ryan shares his idea of courage as one of the four cardinal virtues, discusses the issue of courage in America, and draws examples from history as a way to move forward in the future. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Scott Adams: "I Always Listen For The Dog That Isn’t Barking” Sep 27, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by Author, Cartoonist, and Creator of the Dilbert comic strip Scott Adams gives his unique perspective on politics and American society. Scott discusses the power of persuasion as a means of shifting the way people perceive the many dynamics of the world and facing harsh realities. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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Tyler Fischer & The History Of Comedy Sep 20, 2021

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This week, Ben Domenech is joined by New York-based comedian and actor Tyler Fischer to reminisce on the legacy of the late Norm Macdonald. Tyler shares his experience as a comedian on social media during the pandemic. He also analyzes the business of comedy and and how it has changed over time. Follow Ben on Twitter: @bdomenech

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