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Robbin' Hood Apr 24, 2026

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Charles Fain Lehman of the Manhattan Institute joins us this Friday to discuss the New York Times interview with Hasan Piker and Jia Tolentino and his lead article in Commentary's May issue, Anti-Americanism Is a Disease.

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Naval Gazing Apr 23, 2026

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It's Thursday, and Matt Continetti is back to discuss Trump's comments on the fractured leadership structure in Iran, the maritime standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, the removal of the Secretary of the Navy, and what current races herald for the future of democratic governance. Plus, Matt recommends tonight's NFL draft.

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Strait Shooters Apr 22, 2026

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Today we discuss the frustrating uncertainty in the Iran war - who is negotiating on Iran's behalf, what will happen when the extended ceasefire ends, and who is in control of the Strait of Hormuz? Plus, the Virginia redistricting vote and Trump's deficiencies in securing republican victories in congress, and Christine recommends This Vast Enterprise.

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Kristallmonth Apr 21, 2026

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Today we take a break from Iran news to discuss the recent surge in antisemitic attacks in the US and UK, and what the rise of democratic radicals in Michigan and elsewhere means for pro-Israel democrats going forward. Plus, more on the debate surrounding military aid to Israel.

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Who Runs Iran? Apr 20, 2026

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AEI senior fellow Fred Kagan joins us today to discuss the internal power struggle in the Iranian regime, and who might be calling the shots right now. Plus, how the ongoing uncertainty about the conflict is impacting the American public, whether the only real way to end the Iranian nuclear program is regime change, and John recommends the musical 1776.

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Beirut Canal Apr 17, 2026

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Contributing editor Jonathan Schanzer joins us on this episode (recorded Thursday night) to discuss whether the announced ceasefire in Lebanon heralds a positive outcome for the region or holds Israel back on the brink of a victory over Hezbollah, and how this connects to the ongoing Iran conflict.

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Arch Support Apr 16, 2026

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Matt Continetti is back to discuss the proposed triumphal arch in DC, whether the proposed design is appropriate for our nation's capital, and compare the state of America at 250 with the 1976 bicentennial. Plus, more on Iran and their alleged nuclear materials, the democratic turn against aid to Israel, and Matt recommends James S.A. Corey's The Faith of Beasts.

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Attacks and a Tax Apr 15, 2026

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On this Tax Day we discuss the IMF's prediction of a global recession, Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO and his feud with the Pope, JD's Vance's comments at a Turning Point USA event and his political future, and the April Fools controversy at UNC.

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Swalwell That Ends Well Apr 14, 2026

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Today we discuss dubious reports on the Americans offering Iran to suspend uranium enrichment for 20 years, and how the ongoing naval crisis might affect Trump's upcoming summit with Xi Jinping. Plus, Eric Swalwell resigns from congress over sexual misconduct allegations, the Israeli-Lebanese talks in DC, and the online feud between the White House and the Vatican.

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New Kids on the Blockade Apr 13, 2026

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Contributing editor Eli Lake is back to discuss the collapse of the Islamabad talks and the announced American blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Trump picking a fight with the pope, the collapse of Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign, and the emerging troubles for Republicans in the midterm elections. Plus, John recommends The Audacity on AMC.

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