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S15 · E200
Thursday · 36 min
The Erick Erickson Show: S15 EP200: Hour 3 - Trump Oversold and Under Delivered, and Why Hope Beats Rage for a Wiped-Out GOP
Erick says President Donald Trump oversold and underdelivered in his second term, and that broken promises on the Iran war, tariffs and the economy are why Republicans got wiped out in the midterm elections. He warns Trump may cut bad deals with Democrats for a legacy, defends the filibuster against the Save America Act argument, and blames House saboteurs like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie. His answer for the GOP is hope instead of rage, from Barack Obama's "we are the ones we've been waiting for" to Marco Rubio, plus a call to serve your own community through Hungry for a Day. Oversold and underdelivered: why Trump's second term broke the first-term pattern, the Iran war "two weeks" promise, the Strait of Hormuz, tariffs, affordability and the midterm election results, with Erick refusing to blame Peter Navarro, Howard Lutnick or Stephen Miller instead of the president Republican Party identity crisis: Trump's equity stakes in private companies, the fear of a legacy deal with Democrats on Social Security and Medicare, and why the party outsourced its principles to one transactional man Mad at the politicians, not the voters: the Save America Act and the filibuster, House Republicans Thomas Massie and Marjorie Taylor Greene, Ken Paxton's under-vote in Texas, and the Indian American and Hispanic voters Republicans lost Listener calls from David and John in Jacksonville, Tim in Orlando and Larry in Edmond, Oklahoma, on Reagan, midterm history from FDR to Eisenhower, affordability, the veto and why Congress should use open rule Hope beats rage: Obama's 2008 campaign, Clinton, both Bushes and Reagan, why Marco Rubio intrigues voters for 2028, and Hungry for a Day Thanksgiving meals (text donate to 33777)
Thursday · 1 hr 51 min
Chicks on The Right: Vance’s Fiery Midterm Take, DeSantis Warns of GOP ‘Extinction’ & IRGC Cheers Democrats
The Republican Party is facing a major WAKE-UP CALL after the 2026 midterm elections, and the battle over the GOP's future is already heating up! JD Vance's viral post about why Republicans lost voters has sparked a heated debate among conservatives, while Florida Governor Ron DeSantis warns the party could be facing an "extinction-level event." On today's episode of The Chicks on the Right, Mock and Daisy break down the growing Republican infighting, the fallout from the midterm elections, and what it all means for Donald Trump, JD Vance, and the 2028 presidential election. Ben Shapiro weighs in on Marco Rubio's political future, Matt Walsh and Jonah Goldberg react to JD Vance's controversial post, and Megyn Kelly floats the possibility of Tucker Carlson running for president in 2028. Meanwhile, DeSantis calls out do-nothing Senate Republicans and questions whether the GOP is learning the right lessons from its election setbacks. PLUS: Dan Bongino responds to Democratic subpoena threats, Thomas Massie pushes for a vote to impeach Pete Hegseth, Spencer Pratt discusses Elon Musk's political spending, and shocking election results raise questions about the future of Texas politics.
Thursday · 24 min
3 Martini Lunch: JD Vance Blames Iran for the GOP Midterm Wipeout
Craig Coglianese is in for Greg Corombos, and Craig and Jim sigh relief that Supreme Court justice Samuel Alito isn't going anywhere, and Senate Republicans won't have to rush through a confirmation hearing in the lame duck session. Vice President JD Vance blames the war against Iran for the GOP wipeout in the midterms, which feels like only half the story. Meanwhile, Mississippi is still counting the votes in a very tight Senate race, and Craig has a new sharp option for home defense. New episodes every weekday. 👉 Subscribe to the show so you never miss a moment. Follow us for more daily clips, updates, and commentary: Facebook Instagram Youtube Other Info Website
Thursday · 48 min
Federalist Radio Hour: Hayden’s History Hour Ep. 11: Exploring The ‘Other Gettysburgs’ Of The Civil War
On this edition of Hayden's History Hour, Federalist Staff Editor Hayden Daniel discusses three Civil War battles that are each referred to as "the Gettysburg of the West": the Battle of Glorieta Pass in the far west, the Battle of Westport on the plains, and the Battle of Franklin in Tennessee. He explains how these lesser-known battles that happened away from the war's epicenter affected the Civil War. The FDRLST Media Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.
#397
Thursday · 58 min
What the Hell Is Going On: WTH Just Happened with the Midterms? Matthew Continetti Explains.
The Democratic Party just enjoyed its most successful midterm elections since 1974. Traditionally red states have flipped blue, which will carry lasting consequences for future presidential elections. The poll results reveal broad dissatisfaction among voters with Trump’s economy, governance, and corruption, and with the President himself. Join us to unpack the race outcomes, the reasons behind them, and their implications for the future. Matthew Continetti is the director of Domestic Policy Studies and the inaugural Patrick and Charlene Neal Chair in American Prosperity at the American Enterprise Institute, where his work is focused on American political thought and history, with a particular focus on the development of the Republican Party and the American conservative movement in the 20th century. A prominent journalist, analyst, author, and intellectual historian of the right, Mr. Continetti was the founding editor and editor in chief of The Washington Free Beacon and previously, opinion editor at The Weekly Standard. He is also a columnist for the Wall Street Journal. Read the transcript here. Subscribe to our Substack here.
#279
Thursday · 39 min
Parsing Immigration Policy: What Can the Administration Do about H-1B Abuse?
The Trump administration has made a number of moves recently to try to curb widespread abuses in the “skilled” foreign-worker pipeline, including the H-1B and OPT programs. The Center for Immigration Studies is publishing several reports and a podcast on this subject by Senior Legal Fellow George Fishman, a 30-year veteran of immigration policymaking on Capitol Hill and the executive branch. Fishman outlines the abuses – such as replacing U.S. workers with H-1Bs, or allowing foreign “students” who are no longer students to stay and work – as well as the statutory background and the changes proposed by the administration. The broad finding of these analyses, which Fishman discusses with Parsing Immigration Policy host Mark Krikorian, executive director of the Center, is that many of the abuses in the white-collar foreign-worker pipeline are legal – because past Congresses chose to make them legal. Replacing American workers with H-1Bs, for instance, is a feature of the program as enacted by Congress, not a bug. Fishman concludes that, while some of the administration’s moves to rein in these abuses may succeed, ultimately only Congress can truly fix the problems in the law. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest George Fishman is a Senior Legal Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Links President Trump and Vice President Vance Tell H-1B Employers To Stop Laying Off Americans Workers: Can they make it stick? Vice President Vance Condemns Microsoft’s H-1B Visa Abuses: But can the Trump administration ‘cut off the head of the snake’? Will a $100,000 Fee Pave the Way to the End of Optional Practical Training? Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Candidate Trump in 2015 campaign speech. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".
S3 · E8
Thursday · 34 min
Freedom to Learn: Nathan Diament & Sydney Altfield on Faith-Based Education, the EFTC & the Opportunity Fund for Jewish Education
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy, a case that could reshape the relationship between religious freedom and nondiscrimination laws in our country. Nathan Diament of the Orthodox Union joins the podcast to discuss whether a state can impose its views on religious schools and institutions. This week’s episode also features Sydney Altfield of the OU's Teach Coalition, who explains how the Jewish community is preparing for the federal scholarship tax credit by launching the Opportunity Fund for Jewish Education, a new scholarship granting organization built to make Jewish day school affordable for every family. Government Money, Secular Strings: Can a state impose its views on religious schools? The Supreme Court will decide. https://www.wsj.com/opinion/government-money-secular-strings-f0f7baee Opportunity Fund for Jewish Education: https://jewishopportunity.org/ Teach Coalition: https://teachcoalition.org/ 🔗 Links & Resources: Visit our website: DFIPolicy.org 💡 Stay Connected: Follow us on Instagram: @DFIPolicy Follow us on Twitter: @DFIPolicy Follow us on Facebook: /DFIPolicy Subscribe to our YouTube channel (@DFIPolicy) for future episodes! 📩 Contact Us: If you have feedback or suggestions for future podcasts, please reach out to us at Podcast@DFIPolicy.org. 🎧 Thank You for Listening: Freedom to Learn is a production of the Defense of Freedom Institute. You can learn more about DFI at DFIPolicy.org. If you enjoyed this episode, please give it a thumbs up, share it, and subscribe for more insights into education law and policy. Thank you for your support!
Wednesday · 25 min
Daily Signal: Victor Davis Hanson: The Dangerous Consequences of the Democrats’ Midterm Victory
The Democrats have ridden a blue wave to victory in the 2026 midterms, but what does that mean for President Donald Trump and the future of America? From the economy and the war with Iran to the growing influence of the socialist left, the election raises serious questions about what went wrong for Republicans and what comes next. With control of Congress shifting and the 2028 presidential election on the horizon, the stakes extend far beyond the next two years. Could a Republican comeback be possible, or is America headed toward a fundamental political transformation?
S15 · E199
Wednesday · 36 min
The Erick Erickson Show: S15 EP199: Hour 1 - Why the GOP Got Wiped Out: MAGA’s Coalition Collapsed and the Exit Polls Say It Wasn’t Just Iran
Erick breaks down the Republican wipeout in the 2026 midterms, from Texas and Georgia to South Carolina and Kansas, and argues the Trump-era GOP lost the multiracial, multiethnic coalition it built in 2024. He walks through the exit polling on inflation, tariffs, corruption, the Iran war and immigration enforcement, then explains why JD Vance blaming only the war offers an echo, not a choice, and why the loss is recoverable. Midterm wipeout: Republicans lose Texas, Georgia and South Carolina ground as Hispanic voters swing to Democrats, 62 to 35 Exit poll breakdown: 79 percent report inflation hardship, 64 percent say tariffs hurt the economy, 63 percent call the Iran attack the wrong decision Why "it was just gas prices and the war" is wrong: affordability, corruption, tariffs, deportation overreach and the ballroom JD Vance, 2028 and Reagan's "a choice, not an echo" after the 1974 Watergate wipeout Why it is recoverable: the Senate map, Nebraska and North Carolina ballot measures, and majority support for capitalism and low taxes
S15 · E199
Wednesday · 36 min
The Erick Erickson Show: S15 EP199 Hour 2 - ‘It’s Going to Be Okay’: Erick Takes Your Calls After the GOP Midterm Wipeout
Calling in from Nashville, Erick opens the phones the day after the 2026 midterm wipeout. He tells listeners no loss in American politics is permanent, and he puts the blame on President Trump and the Republicans who wouldn't hold him accountable, not on the voters. He credits Jon Ossoff for rebuilding the Georgia Democratic Party while the state GOP kept relitigating 2020. He also takes calls on the 2028 Senate map, J.D. Vance, the filibuster, and what a Democratic Georgia under Keisha Lance Bottoms will look like. - No permanence in politics: lessons from 1974, 1994, 2010 and Reagan's comeback, and why both parties should stop listening to the crazies - Why voters revolted: tariffs, the White House ballroom, the cruelty in the ICE response, and a Republican redistricting plan that backfired - The 2028 Senate map: Georgia, Ohio, Arizona, Nevada and Pennsylvania, plus the filibuster and the Supreme Court - Georgia's GOP reckoning: Josh McCoon, the state party apparatus, and how Ossoff beat Republicans fair and square - Listener calls: Michigan, Alabama, Georgia and Ohio callers on faith over politics, the Trump bargain, and what has replaced Christendom.
S15 · E199
Wednesday · 35 min
The Erick Erickson Show: S15 EP199: Hour 3 - Day After the Midterm Disaster: Who Gets Fired in the GOP and How You Can Feed a Family
Erick spends the day after the 2026 midterm wipeout asking the question Republicans are dodging: who gets fired? He takes aim at Pete Hegseth, Stephen Miller, Howard Lutnick, Peter Navarro and Susie Wiles; shares texts from two U.S. senators about JD Vance and the Iran memorandum of understanding; and reminds listeners that Keisha Lance Bottoms, Greg Abbott, and Ron DeSantis show how much good governance and local parties matter. Plus David Huey of Hungry for a Day on how $40 feeds a family of four at Thanksgiving. Accountability after the wipeout: Erick Erickson asks who gets fired, from Pete Hegseth and the Pentagon missile shortage to Howard Lutnick's Canada trade deal, Peter Navarro's tariffs, Susie Wiles and Stephen Miller, and compares it to George W. Bush firing Donald Rumsfeld after the 2006 midterms JD Vance and Iran: two U.S. senators text Erick that Republican polling on the Iran war cratered after Vance negotiated the memorandum of understanding, so blaming only the war does not hold up Hispanic voters and ICE: why fear of deportation, gas prices and the economy broke the Hispanic coalition Trump won with 46 percent in 2024, and why no American citizen should have to show their paperwork State fallout: Keisha Lance Bottoms becomes Georgia governor, Greg Abbott loses in Texas, Ron DeSantis and school choice keep Florida red, and why a strong state party matters Listener calls and how to get involved: Trump's mouth and the White House ballroom, why local Republican parties need normal people, and why Trump endorsements of weak candidates cost winnable races Hungry for a Day: David Huey explains how $40 buys a Thanksgiving meal for a family of four, now in Atlanta, Houston, Las Vegas, Sacramento and Central Florida, at ericthanksgiving.com or text DONATE to 33777
Wednesday · 1 hr 12 min
Federalist Radio Hour: ‘You’re Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 220: 2026 Midterms Postmortem
Join Federalist Editor-in-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they analyze Republicans' historic midterm losses, debate the reasons why Democrats' "Blue Tsunami" was so successful, and look ahead to 2028. David also shares a new pet peeve and explains his love for cemeteries. Mollie leaves listeners with a message of hope. Order and review Mollie's book Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution here. The FDRLST Media Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.
S1 · E38
Wednesday · 59 min
Not Dead Yet: Rob Long
The guys catch up with Rob Long — a renaissance man: Cheers, Kevin Can Wait, National Review, Ricochet, and now… seminary. What’s the secret sauce that makes a TV show’s writers’ room work? What can laughter — a sort of involuntary breath — teach us about human nature? Were Jesus and the twelve disciples funny? Why is loving your enemies such hard work? Is Rob going to seminary for the parking perks?
Wednesday · 11 min
Heritage Explains: A Tough Night for Conservatives: Now What? | Steve Chartan
Heritage co-founder Dr. Ed Feulner had a well-known saying. “In Washington, there are no permanent victories or permanent defeats.” But victories and defeats there are, and President Trump and the Republican Party received a decisive defeat at the ballot box in yesterday’s midterm election. As of this morning’s recording, Democrats have secured significant majorities in both the House and Senate, and have lost several key governorships across the country. Even in places where President Trump had a commanding lead in the 2024 election, support for Republicans has collapsed. No better example of this is Texas, where Democrats have secured victories in all statewide races, including for Senator and Governor. This outcome was considered a stretch by analysts on the left and unthinkable by those on the right. It’s clear that the 2026 midterm elections will be an inflection point in American political life. And that begs the question: what next? Here to help us understand what happened and where we go from here is the Executive Vice President of Heritage Action, Steve Chartan.
Wednesday · 1 hr 43 min
Chicks on The Right: Midterm Election BLOODBATH, GOP Fallout & Trump’s Shocking Israel Announcement
WHAT YOU MISSED: The 2026 midterm election results are in, and Republicans have some SERIOUS explaining to do! Democrats are celebrating major victories, President Donald Trump is responding to the GOP's disappointing performance, and the political fallout is just getting started. Mock and Daisy are breaking down the biggest election-night surprises, from Abdul El-Sayed's victory speech and his jabs at Trump and JD Vance to James Talarico's celebration in Texas and the shocking Senate results across the country. But the BIG question remains: What went wrong for Republicans? The Chicks discuss voter turnout, the SAVE Act, election integrity concerns, and why the GOP continues to struggle with messaging. Even Spencer Pratt is weighing in on why Republicans desperately need a better political brand. PLUS, Stephen A. Smith warns Democrats about political overreach, Karoline Leavitt clashes with Jessica Tarlov, and Scott Galloway takes aim at Elon Musk. The Chicks also react to reports of political violence, controversy surrounding polling locations, Trump's announcement about ending aid to Israel, Tucker Carlson's reaction, and an alarming anti-Trump message from Iran. Is this the wake-up call Republicans needed, or are Democrats about to push their newfound power too far?
#4053
Wednesday · 37 min
3 Martini Lunch: What’s Ahead After Republicans Lose the House and Senate
Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they dissect the Democrats' sweeping wins in Tuesday's midterm elections, discuss many of the key races, consider what went so wrong for Republicans and how this shapes the next Congress and the 2028 presidential campaign. Finally, they find a couple of bright spots in Tuesday's election results. Your health matters. Find and book the right doctor with Zocdoc. Head to https://zocdoc.com/3ML to get started. New episodes every weekday. 👉 Subscribe to the show so you never miss a moment. Follow us for more daily clips, updates, and commentary: Facebook Instagram Youtube Other Info Website
#579
Wednesday · 49 min
Call Me Back - with Dan Senor: A BLUE TSUNAMI - with Mark Halperin
The midterms delivered a stunning political blow to Republicans—but was it a rejection of Trump, a warning about the economy, or a sign that American politics is shifting in a more populist direction? Dan Senor speaks with Mark Halperin to unpack the forces behind the Democratic wave and what it could mean for the next two years. Halperin, a veteran political analyst, is editor-in-chief of the 2Way, an engine for participation-based live content and authentic communities, and a premium newsletter called Wide World of News. They explore what the Democrats’ victories could mean for the special relationship with Israel, and how the rise of its progressive wing could impact policy, both foreign and domestic. Dan and Mark discuss what comes next for President Trump, and they also look forward to 2028 to see who’s emerging as the frontrunner on both sides. Plus: could a pro-Israel Democrat win the presidential nomination? Read Mark’s Substack, Wide World of News. Check out Mark’s platform, 2Way. ___ Join us live in New York: On Wednesday, November 11, Dan and Amit Segal will record a live episode of Call Me Back at the Israel Hayom Summit at the InterContinental New York Times Square. The full-day summit focuses on the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship. Register at https://story.israelhayom.co.il/nysummit2026 and use promo code ISH50 for 50% off registration. ___ Sign up to Ark+ to get access to exclusive episodes and ad-free listening to Call Me Back and every show in the Ark Media Network: Sign up at arkmedia.org/subscribe ____ More Ark Media: Listen to: Call Me Back Listen to: Ark News Daily Listen to: For Heaven Sake Listen to: Chosen People Problems Sign up for our weekly Newsletter Follow us on social: Facebook I Instagram I X I TikTok Continue the conversation on THE FOLD, our private moderated community for Ark Media listeners. The Fold is where you can dig into all of the issues Jews around the world are facing. There you can ask questions, hear other takes, keep talking about it with people who care as much as you do. Learn more and join us at arkmedia.org/subscribe Credits: Ilan Benatar, Devan Schwartz, Mindy Schaper, Ava Weiner, Andrej Todorovski, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, Leonardo Erhardt, and Yuval Semo.
#323
Wednesday · 1 hr 2 min
The Learning Curve: Dr. John Ferling on Jefferson, Hamilton, & Federalism
This week, on The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy of the Center for Strong Public Schools and Prof. Albert Cheng of The Ohio State University speak with Dr. John Ferling, Professor Emeritus of History at the University of West Georgia. Prof. Ferling explains how Jefferson and Hamilton’s sharply different political and economic convictions shaped the early American republic. He explores Jefferson’s American Revolutionary politics, mistrust of centralized power, and more states-driven vision for the nation. Ferling also discusses how Hamilton’s military service under George Washington shaped his case for an energetic national government and political economy grounded in commerce, banking, and manufacturing. He examines the two statesmen’s cabinet clashes, their 1790 compromise, and competing views on constitutionalism, debt, tariffs, and foreign policy. Ferling also considers their responses to the French Revolution, the Jay Treaty, and the Alien and Sedition Acts. He explores Jefferson's victory in the election of 1800, Hamilton’s mortal conflict with Aaron Burr, and how the enduring legacy of Jefferson and Hamilton's rivalry still influences American political life and policy today. Prof. Ferling closes with a reading from his book, Jefferson and Hamilton: The Rivalry That Forged a Nation.
S7 · E11
Wednesday · 50 min
The American Idea: Jefferson’s Other Declarations: His Enduring Impact on American Politics and Culture
Famous for the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson spent the rest of his life thinking and writing with an eye toward changing public and political ideas and norms. Professor Jeremy Bailey, author of a new book on the subject, discusses with Jeff three other ‘declarations’ Jefferson made during his long public life, commenting on a free press, native lands and peoples, and slavery. Jefferson wrote knowing that his words would become public, and would likely be read for years, and continued debates over these three issues is proof of his 250-year reach through our history, politics, and culture. Get Jeremy’s new book: https://a.co/d/09xQ6e4i Host: Jeff Sikkenga Executive Producer: Jeremy Gypton Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/theamericanidea Homepage: https://ashbrook.org/the-american-idea-podcast/ Thank you for being part of The American Idea community.
#177
Wednesday · 57 min
Madison’s Notes: The Phoenix Rises: On Restoring Notre Dame Cathedral with Philippe Villeneuve
Philippe Villeneuve has been chief architect of Notre Dame Cathedral since 2013. On the night of the shocking 2019 fire, he learned by phone that the building he had loved since boyhood, and modeled in miniature at just 16, was burning. In this conversation with host Ryan Shinkel, he traces how a career spent restoring fire-damaged monuments prepared him for the five-year effort to bring the cathedral back, and explains why he describes the result not as a restoration but as a restitution. Along the way he makes the case for Eugène Viollet-le-Duc as the father of his discipline, defends the judgment of the craftsman against the certainties of computer modeling, and recounts the three “miracles” he found in the ruins. Underneath it all runs a striking humility: the conviction that he is a single point in a long story, preparing the cathedral for generations he will never meet.

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