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**The Derek Hunter Podcast**

A daily look at the news in politics and pop culture. Posted at midnight every weekday.

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Messing With Texas May 27, 2026

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Well, that was interesting.

Of Course You Know This Means (No) War May 26, 2026

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Was it a win or a loss?

Memorial Day, Capitol Hill Cronies, and Antisemitism Poisoning America May 25, 2026

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Dean Karayanis steps behind the microphone for Derek Hunter on Memorial Day 2026. Reflecting on a successful stint hosting on WMAL, Dean balances a deep reverence for America’s fallen heroes with a sharp, unfiltered look at the nation's current political and cultural landscape. A New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, Dean delves into a recent New York Times report regarding sexual harassment on Capitol Hill, dismissing the specific reporting as an "open secret" and a "system protecting itself" while demanding actual accountability and the release of protected names from lawmakers. The monologue shifts to look at media double standards, the weaponization of the term "election deniers," and a critical review of climate journalism after scientists officially retired their most extreme, long-term global warming scenario. Bringing the episode back to the core meaning of Memorial Day, Dean plays a clip from his History Author Show interview with Jeff Gottesfeld on his beautifully illustrated children's book, “21 Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.” The book explores the history, exactitude, and absolute dedication of the Tomb’s Honor Guard that stands watch in silence, honoring those who sacrificed everything — including their names — for American liberty. Dean closes the show with a heartfelt thank you to Gold Star families and a call to protect the American experiment from ongoing domestic division.

Later, Colbert May 22, 2026

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I can see why the show was cancelled.

Stephen Colbert's Last Dance May 21, 2026

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The asshole leaves the stage.

Hitch Your Wagon to Ideas and Ideals, Not Politicians May 20, 2026

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Principles: Not a Crazy Idea

Political Betting Markets Are The New Media Bais May 19, 2026

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Hear me out.

Odyssey, Hypocrisy, James Comey, & AOC's Threat to Free Speech May 18, 2026

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Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, broadcasts straight from the writing shed to break down the media's relentless narrative control, the assault on free speech standards, and why the erasure of historical truth matters in Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” Dean will be guest-hosting for Derek at WMAL on Friday, May 22nd. Dean exposes the mainstream media's predictable meltdown over a clip of President Donald Trump talking about White House ballroom budgets, pointing out how journalists manipulate language to manufacture "all-caps EXPLOSIONS." He then dives into the brewing cultural controversy surrounding Hollywood's new adaptation of Homer’s “The Odyssey.” Reacting to comments from The View’s Sunny Hostin and actor John Leguizamo, Dean delivers a powerful defense of Greek history and culture. As a person of Greek ancestry, he takes aim at the hypocrisy of "cultural appropriation" rules, detailing the historical trauma of the Greek genocide and explaining why Hollywood's double standards insult true minority populations. Later in the program, Dean addresses the dangerous trend of government-backed censorship, sounding the alarm on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s (AOC) calls to "rein in" the media environment and weaponize the FCC. He draws parallels to George Orwell's “1984,” highlighting how figures like former FBI Director James Comey celebrate using the legal process as a punishment against political enemies. Finally, Dean honors actress Gina Carano for winning her free speech battle against Disney and calls on conservatives to defend the U.S. Constitution as the ultimate bulwark against modern-day despots.

Tough Time Bringing Myself To Care May 15, 2026

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Kabuki Theater usually ends up meaning nothing.

Cr@p Story Out Of Maine Is The Perfect Storm of Liberal Stupid May 14, 2026

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You can't make this up.