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**The Derek Hunter Podcast**

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

Latest Episodes:

Impeach These Bastards Or Resign Apr 01, 2026

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There's no point to being in the majority if you allow rogue judges to overrule you all the time.

The Mutant March and the Worst People Mar 31, 2026

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Democrats rally against America.

Anti-Government Protests! Iran’s "Sleeper" Leader, and the GOP’s Crisis Mar 30, 2026

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Dean Karayanis, columnist at the New York Sun and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, jumps into the week’s political chaos from the anti-government “No Kings” protests to Iran and the midterms. He challenges how labels are used to shape public perception, citing that protesters “were out there just defying the government” and noting the double standard in how similar actions are described depending on who’s involved. Dean also unpacks the bizarre uncertainty surrounding Iran’s leadership, questioning why Western media treats the Ayatollah as alive despite no proof: “You can’t negotiate with a ghost.” He draws parallels to pop culture — from Woody Allen’s “Sleeper” to John Gill on the Nazi episode of “Star Trek” — to highlight how easily narratives can be manufactured. The episode then shifts to U.S. politics: Trump’s messaging strategy, the GOP’s internal fractures, and the danger of relying on personality over principles. Dean warns that Republicans must rediscover ideological consistency rather than “count on… everything going back to normal when he’s gone.” He closes with media bias in coverage of war crimes, where analysis shows only Israel and America are ever accused of them but not Iran in the first three weeks of the war, as well as the geopolitical stakes of Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and the overlooked voices of Iranians who oppose their regime. As always, Dean blends history, humor, and sharp critique to frame the week’s events with context and clarity.

Only One Decent Democrat Left Mar 27, 2026

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And they'll probably take him out soon.

They Never Cared About Americans Mar 26, 2026

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They tell you their priorities, believe them.

Stupid or Crazy? They're One or the Other Mar 25, 2026

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No third option.

Zero Redeeming Value Mar 24, 2026

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These people have none.

Saint Robert Mueller, Suppose They Threw a Quagmire and Nobody Came? Mar 23, 2026

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In this episode of the Derek Hunter Podcast, New York Sun columnist and Rush Limbaugh Show alum Dean Karayanis delivers a candid, no-holds-barred look at the intersection of military propaganda, political legacies, and the double standards of the American establishment. Military Fact-Check: A deep dive into the viral IRGC footage claiming to show a downed American F-35. Featuring insights from combat veteran Ryan Bodenheimer (Max Afterburner), Dean explains why the "thermal" evidence is likely AI-generated and why Iran's PR machine is their only successful front. The Robert Mueller Legacy: Following the death of the former FBI Director, Dean pushes back against the "secular sainthood" being granted by the media. He explores the fallout of the 2016 investigation, the concept of "process crimes," and why criticizing public figures is a fundamental American right. The Iran War & Global Security: An analysis of the strike on Diego Garcia and what it reveals about Iran's true missile capabilities. Dean discusses the vindication of Reagan’s SDI (Star Wars) vision and the shifting stances of European allies like Spain and the U.K. as the threat reaches their borders. Cultural Commentary: From the passing of Chuck Norris to the pervasive rise of gambling in pro sports, Dean tackles how "politics" is selectively used to overshadow legacies and the unexpected areas where he finds common ground with AOC.

Democrats Love Nazis Again! Mar 20, 2026

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Just kidding, they've always loved Nazis.

Clowns to the Left of Me, Jokers to the Right... Mar 19, 2026

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Everyone's got an axe to sell, er, grind.