The Jamie Weinstein Show

In the latest episode of "The Jamie Weinstein Show," the controversial former foreign policy adviser to President Obama, Ben Rhodes, discusses his new book, Afghanistan and much more.

Kmele Foster is no font of conventional wisdom. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the co-host of "The Fifth Column" podcast opens up about how he became a libertarian, race in America, the Trump era and much more.

Eric Metaxas has opinions In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the radio host and author talk about his new book "Fish out of Water," his claims that last November's presidential election was stolen, his anti-Covid vaccine comments, and much more.

Jonathan V. Last is more prescient than he is optimistic these days. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the editor of the Bulwark.com talks about the state of the country, the future of the Republican Party, where Trump goes from here and much, much more.

Ben Smith may write the one column that politicos of all ideological stripes can't wait to read every week. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the media columnist for The New York Times discusses how the Biden administration will be different in treating the media than the Trump administration, whether Trump's exit will be bad for business for the media, whether there is a double standard in how the media treat conservatives vs liberals and much more.

For over two decades, Rich Lowry has edited arguably the most important magazine in modern American conservatism. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the longtime editor of National Review opens up about his thoughts on Donald Trump's presidential tenure, what happens to the GOP after Trump, whether he regrets the magazine's "Against Trump" editorial, his thoughts on Bill Buckley, his influences and so much more.

Jamie Weinstein should be familiar to The Jamie Weinstein Show listeners because, well, he is the host of the show. In this very special episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the tables are turned on Jamie as Matt Lewis joins the show to ask Jamie many of the questions Jamie often asks guests.

Many consider Victor Davis Hanson the top intellectual defender of President Donald J. Trump. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein, with one week before the 2020 presidential election, Professor Hanson makes his case for Trump's re-election against strident pushback.

Retired Gen. H.R. McMaster is not only a decorated soldier but a well-respected historian. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former National Security Adviser to President Trump opens up about what it is like working for Trump, his new book "Battlegrounds," his influences and much more.      

Michael Medved speaks his mind, consequences be damned. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the long-time conservative radio host and author opens up about why he's supporting Biden for president, what he makes of the Trump administration, why he left (or was forced out of) Salem Radio, his influences and much more.

Bill Ayers is back. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein, the founder of The Weather Underground opens up about the current protest movement in the U.S., his thoughts on Defund the Police, his son becoming the DA of San Francisco, the 2020 election and much more.        

Brian Stelter returns. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the chief media correspondent for CNN and author of the new book "Hoax" discusses his new book, Trump's effect on the media, Fox News and how it is different from other cable news networks, and much more.    

If you are a listener of this podcast, John Bolton needs no introduction. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump discusses his new book "The Room Where It Happened," the fallout from his criticism of President Trump, his influences and much more.

Tim Miller is a longtime Republican operative turned leader of the Never Trump movement. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former top level communications aide to both the Jon Huntsman for President and Jeb Bush for President campaigns opens up about how his views have evolved, what has surprised him about the Trump administration, whether he believes there is a place in the GOP for him after Trump, how the media has covered Trump and much more.        

Ben Askren is a champion several times over. In the latest episode of "The Jamie Weinstein," the retired combat sports superstar opens up about his political views, the Coronavirus pandemic, what it takes to be a champion athlete, his career and much, much more.

Matt Lewis is back. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the first-ever to be recorded remotely, the Daily Beast columnist and CNN columnist talks all things Coronavirus.

For two decades, Jonah Goldberg has been one of America's premiere conservative polemicists.    In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the long-time conservative commentator and founder of the new publication The Dispatch opens up about being a Trump-skeptical conservative in the Age of Trump, why he left the National Review, the state of the Trump presidency, how he feels the media has covered Trump and much more. 

If you're a listener of political podcasts, I'm guessing Sen. Ted Cruz needs no introduction. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the Texas senator discuses his relationship with Donald Trump, impeachment, foreign policy, the ideological fight within conservatism, his influences and so much more.

Jim Antle knows the Right as well as anybody.   In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the editor of The American Conservative opens up about what he sees as the pros and cons of the Trump presidency, how Trump came to win the 2016 Republican primary, Trump's scandals, the fall of the Weekly Standard and much more.

Joe Walsh is running for president.    In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former firebrand tea party Congressman talks about his incendiary past, why he is primary challenging Trump, whether he regrets not voting for Hillary in 2016, his Rand Paul-like foreign policy, his influences and much more. 

Tim Alberta may have just penned the most important book of the Trump era. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the Politico magazine correspondent and author of the new book "American Carnage" opens up about his new book, how Trump book over the GOP, his influences and much more. Show Roadmap What has surprised Alberta about the Trump era On his interactions with Trump Why Trump won the primary On how Trump took over the GOP On how Pence, Mulvaney, Cruz and others ultimately came around to supporting Trump On how the Freedom Caucus folded On the Conways and Schlapps On his career and influences

Mollie Hemingway is seen by many as among the most prominent conservative defenders of Donald Trump. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, Hemingway discusses her new book on the Kavanaugh hearings "Justice on Trial,"  the rise of Trump, why she came around to supporting Trump, the state of the media and much more. Show Roadmap  On what she's learned from her interactions with Trump On why she thinks Trump won the Republican primary On whether she thinks Trump's recent tweets about "the Squad" were racist Her thoughts on a Pizzagate conspiracist being named a Lincoln Fellow On why she thinks what she calls the "Russian Hoax" is a conspiracy theory worse than 9/11 Trutherism On the state of the media On whether it is fair to ask who funds the Federalist? On her new book "Justice on Trial" On her career, influences and friendship with Christopher Hitchens

George Will is the undisputed king of conservative commentary. In the latest episode of "The Jamie Weinstein Show," the Washington Post columnist opens up about his new book "The Conservative Sensibility," his atheism, the 2020 election, the role of human rights in U.S. foreign policy, his influences and so much more. Show Roadmap On his new book "The Conservative Sensibility" Will on majoring in religion -- and becoming an atheist Why America is a propositional nation On whether he could imagine any scenario where Trump is a successful president On whether Americans have a duty to vote On what was the last American war Will thought was wise On what role Will believes human rights should play in American foreign policy On who he sees as his successor On Matt Drudge, Sebastian Gorka, Roger Ailes and Tucker Carlson On his career and influences

Alexander Nazaryan believes his book on the Trump administration isn't like all the others. In the latest episode of "The Jamie Weinstein Show," the author of the new book "The Best People" opens up on Trump's presidency, the media's coverage of Trump, his new book and much more. Show Roadmap What's surprised Nazaryan about Trump's presidency Why Nazaryan thinks Trump won Why Nazaryan agrees with conservative criticism that the media is liberally biased What makes Nazaryan's book different than the other books on the Trump administration What Nazaryan learned about Trump's decision making process On whether those who cooperated with Nazaryan get better treatment than those who didn't in his book On the revelations in Nazaryan's new book Nazaryan defends certain quotes in his book On his career and influences

Darren Beattie is no stranger to controversy. In the latest "The Jamie Weinstein Show," the former White House speechwriter who was fired for giving a speech at a conference with nefarious connections opens up about why he thinks he got a raw deal, why he became the first non-tenured professor to endorse Trump, his influences and much more. Show Roadmap On growing up in Palau On his PhD thesis On why he endorsed Trump and how he came to work for the administration Beattie defends speaking at the HL Menken Club conference On why he thinks Trump won the GOP primary On foreign policy, immigration and more On the Russian investigation On his influences On working for Matt Gaetz

If you are a regular listener of The Jamie Weinstein Show, you know who Matt Lewis is. In his third appearance on the podcast, Lewis opens up about the 2020 presidential race, discusses whether he could vote for Trump or any of the Democratic presidential contenders and takes a slew of questions submitted on Twitter. Show Roadmap  On the state of Trump's presidency On the state of NeverTrump Will Trump get a primary challenge -- perhaps even from Ann Coulter? What he makes of the Democratic Field: Joe Biden, Beto, Kamala Harris, Mayor Pete, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren Could Matt vote for any of the Democratic candidates -- could he vote for Trump in 2020? Why does everyone hate Howard Schultz? Could a big name Democratic candidate we are not talking about still jump in the race? Twitter Qs from regular listeners of the show A unique set of closing questions    

Few reporters for left-of-center publications cover the right-of-center as well as Jane Coaston.  In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the Senior Politics Reporter for VOX opens up on the rise of Trump, state of the conservative movement, 2020, what it was like to be a liberal editing the conservative newspaper in college and much more. Show Roadmap  On how Trump is doing 2 years in On why Trump won On what it was like to edit a conservative paper in college as a liberal On the state of the NeverTrump movement On whether she still thinks you should punch Nazis On the state of the media On 2020 Twitter Qs Closing Questions

Bret Stephens has opinions.    In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein, the conservative New York Times columnist discusses the rise of Trump, how Trump might be the more appealing candidate in 2020, why he doesn't regret supporting the Iraq War, why he left the Wall Street Journal and much more.  Show Roadmap On how Trump is doing 2 years in On the time Bret Stephens met Trump On whether Stephens could imagine Trump being the better option in 2020 On the state of the media and whether NeverTrumpers are overrepresented On whether he believes the Iraq War was a mistake On Benjamin Netanyahu's legacy On MBS and how the U.S. should have responded to the murder of Jamal Khashoggi On Matt Drudge, Sean Hannity and Victor Davis Hanson On his career and why he left the Wall Street Journal On his influences

In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the longtime progressive political commentator opens up about Trump, the politics of the Green New Deal, his friends in cable news, 2020 and so much more.   Show Roadmap  Press on what’s surprised him about the Trump presidency Press on the one time he met Donald Trump On what explains Trump's rise What three policies Press would institute if he were king for a day Is the Green New Deal a political loser for Democrats? On 2020 -- and why he isn't ready yet to support Bernie again On Jim Traficant, Tom Steyer, Roger Ailes, Matt Drudge, Bill O'Reilly, Sean Hannity, Rudy Giuliani and Dick Morris On his career and influences

When a presidential candidate wants to prove their foreign policy chops, or a foreign leader wants to reach an American audience, Jeffrey Goldberg is often the man they go to for an interview. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic defends his decision to hire and then fire Kevin Williamson, evaluates Obama's foreign policy, explains what it takes to be a great long-form writer and much more. Show Roadmap  Goldberg on what's surprised him about the Trump presidency On how the media has covered Trump Goldberg discusses the hiring and firing of Kevin Williamson Did the Obama doctrine have any success? On Obama's view of Israel On Jared Kushner, Sheldon Adelson and Laurene Powell Jobs Goldberg explains what it takes to be a great long-form writer On his influences: the historical figures he admires and the writers he reads

Sam Nunberg was there for the early days of Trump’s presidential run.   In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the oft-fired former Trump aide who has been questioned in the Russia investigation opens up about the Trump presidency, his mentor Roger Stone, the state of the Russia investigation, and much more. Show Roadmap: What’s surprised Nunberg about Trump’s presidency. On the early days of the Trump campaign. Nunberg on his interactions with Trump — and how he’s talked to him since he was elected. Nunberg on why he thinks Trump won the Republican primary. On his conversations with Trump and Roger Stone about Roy Cohn. On the Russian investigation — and where he thinks it is going. On he and Steve Bannon’s efforts in the 2018 midterm elections. On Matt Drudge, Jared Kushner, and Sean Hannity. On his influences.

If it’s Sunday, Chuck Todd is on TV. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the political director for NBC News and host of NBC’s Meet the Press discusses the state of the media in the Trump era, the men who influenced Donald Trump, his own influences, and so much more. Show Roadmap: What’s surprised Todd about the Trump administration. What Todd has learned about Trump from his personal interactions. Why Trump would call Todd after watching “Meet the Press.” How Roy Cohn and professional wrestling influenced Trump. On the state of the media and media incentives. On whether Todd thinks there is a liberal bias in the media. On 2020 presidential prospects. On Matt Drudge, Roger Ailes, and Jared Kushner. On his influences.

Mike Morell spent a career studying and analyzing the world. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former acting director of the Central Intelligence Agency opens up about the first two years of the Trump administration, the state of conflicts around the world, Jamal Khashoggi, and so much more. ShowRoadmap:   What’s surprised Morell about the first two years of the Trump administration. What Morell thinks about the state of the war in Afghanistan. The threat of Islamist terrorism 17 years after 9/11. What are our options in North Korea? Why Morell thinks China is America’s number one challenge — and will be for decades. What Morell thinks of MBS — and how the president should have handled the killing of Jamal Khashoggi. On the threat from Iran. What Morell thinks of the “Russia Collusion” investigation. Morell on how America’s military advantage is rapidly deteriorating. Morell on his influences.

Michelle Fields is many things: a political commentator, a media consultant, a mother, and the wife of the host of The Jamie Weinstein Show. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, Fields opens up about the first two years of the Trump administration, the 2016 election, being a young pundit, motherhood, and so much more. Show Roadmap: What has surprised Fields about Trump’s first two years in office. What Fields made of Trump when he first entered the 2016 presidential race. Why she thinks Trump won the primary — and the general election. What she likes and dislikes about the Trump administration. On NeverTrumpism. Who she would like to see run in 2020 — and whether she would ever consider voting for Trump. Who she has gained respect for — and lost respect for — in the Age of Trump. What she makes of the #MeToo movement. On how she thinks the left has handled the Age of Trump. What she makes of the state of the media. Twitter Qs: On her incident with the Trump campaign in 2016, her exit from Fox News, whether she plans to return to TV, and whether she believes a hotdog is a sandwich. On Matt Drudge, Ben Shapiro, Sean Hannity, Bill Shine, and Roger Ailes. Fields gives advice to aspiring young pundits. On motherhood. Closing questions.

Bill Kristol is working on a surprise for President Trump in 2020. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the founder and editor-at-large of The Weekly Standard opens up about Trump’s first two years, trying to find a 2020 GOP primary challenger, the Mueller investigation, and much more. Show Roadmap: What’s surprised Kristol during the first two years of the Trump administration. Whether Trump ever impresses Kristol. On whether the Trump administration ever reaches out to Kristol for advice. On Kristol’s friends who work with Trump. Kristol discusses his recent visit to New Hampshire. On Kristol’s efforts to field a 2020 primary challenger to Trump. Where Kristol sees the Mueller investigation going . Whether U.S. foreign policy over the last two decades has been too ambitious.

Philippe Reines isn’t a big believer in softball politics. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the longtime aide to Hillary Clinton opens up about Trump’s presidency, whether he is as bad as Trump when it comes to inflammatory rhetoric, why he thinks Trump is likely to win again in 2020, and much more. Show Roadmap: What’s surprised Reines about the Trump presidency. On his interactions with Trump. Whether the left bears any responsibility for Trump’s rise. Whether he would prefer a President Mike Pence to President Trump. On the criticisms against Hillary Clinton and her candidacy. What Reines makes of the Russia investigation. On whether he is as bad as Trump when it comes to inflammatory rhetoric. Why Reines says he is a Democrat. Whether Hillary might really run again in 2020. Who Reines thinks would be the most formidable Democratic presidential contender in 2020 and why he thinks Trump will probably win again. On Matt Drudge, Tucker Carlson, Sidney Blumenthal, and Tom Steyer. Closing questions.

Tucker Carlson has opinions — lots of them. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the host of Fox News’ “Tucker Carlson Tonight” opens up about his relationship with Trump, his new book Ship of Fools, the state of cable news, and so much more. Show Roadmap:   What has surprised Tucker about Trump’s first two years in office. Does Tucker ever tailor his show to influence his most powerful viewer, President Trump? How would Tucker Carlson have responded to the 9/11 attacks? On Tucker’s early support for the Iraq war. Does Tucker present an overly negative view about the state of America in his new book? Does Fox News owner Rupert Murdoch deserve to be on Tucker’s book Ship of Fools? Tucker on populism. Does President Trump stoke racial fears? What will Tucker’s show look like if Donald Trump fires Jeff Sessions? Can Trumpism outlast Trump and would Tucker ever run for president? Would a panda bear be the highest rated cable news host? What idea does Tucker hold that he has not brought up on his show? What issue does Tucker think is most undercovered by the press?

For years, Max Boot considered himself a pillar of the conservative establishment. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the longtime conservative foreign policy intellectual and author of The Corrosion of Conservatism opens up about why he left the Republican Party, why he has changed his mind on various political issues since the election of Donald Trump, and much more. Show Roadmap: What has surprised Boot since election of Donald Trump. Why Boot thinks Trump won the Republican Primary. On how he’s changed his mind on questions of race. On admitting supporting the Iraq war was a mistake . On why Boot only now began to “think for himself” — and whether that indicts his previous career as a conservative commentator. Whether it is responsible to compare Russian interference in the 2016 election to 9/11. On Lindsey Graham. On who Boot hopes runs for President in 2020. On what he would do if the 2020 presidential race was Trump vs Bernie Sanders. On Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court. What Boot makes of the different strands of Never Trumper-ism. On Matt Drudge, Steve Bannon, Bill Buckley, and Marco Rubio. On his career and influences.

Matt Schlapp is one of cable news’ favorite defenders of Donald Trump. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the chairman of the American Conservative Union opens up about his relationship with President Trump, his thoughts on Brett Kavanaugh, on who he would not invite to CPAC, and much more. Show Roadmap:  What has surprised Schlapp about Trump’s presidency. What Schlapp has learned from his interactions with President Trump. On his support for Brett Kavanaugh. Where is the line in supporting fringe Republican Senate candidates? On CPAC and the fringe. On Trump’s press conference in Helsinki and the Russia imbroglio. Comparing Trump and his former boss, George W. Bush. On Steve Bannon, Matt Drudge, Donald Trump Jr. and Jared Kushner. On the criticism that he pretends to be a populist while hobnobbing with elites. Closing Questions: The four historical figures he’d invite to dinner, the most undercover issue, and more.

Brian Stelter is CNN’s media critic-in-chief. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, CNN’s senior media correspondent and host of CNN’s “Reliable Sources” discusses covering the media in the Age of Trump, his thoughts on media bias, his relationship with famous media figures, his influences, and much more. Show Roadmap:  What has surprised Stelter about the Trump presidency. On his interactions with Trump. On how the media have covered Trump — and whether he thinks it has erred at all. Does the media try to keep us in a constant state of outrage? Does media political bias infect the news? On the pro-Trump voices at CNN. Stelter on his favorite non-CNN cable news shows. On how Trump changed presidential politics — and why he thinks Oprah 2020 could happen. Can he imagine a successful Trump presidency? On Jeff Zucker, Tucker Carlson, Alex Jones, Sean Hannity, Roger Ailes, Jared Kushner, and Matt Drudge. On his career and influences.

Boris Epshteyn is no stranger to controversy. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the chief political analyst for the Sinclair Broadcast Group and former Trump administration official opens up about the rise of Trump, why his critics are wrong to call him a Trump administration propagandist, whether he signed a non-disclosure/non-disparagement agreement while working for the Trump campaign, the Russian collusion investigation, his influences, and much more. Roadmap: What has surprised Epshteyn about the Trump administration’s first year and a half. Why Epshteyn thinks Trump won the Republican primary.  What Epshteyn makes of the state of the media.  Epshteyn defends himself and the Sinclair Broadcast Group against charges it is pro-Trump propaganda. On whether Epshteyn signed a non-dislosure/non-disparagement agreement with Trump and whether that should matter in his new media role.  On whether he disagrees with Trump on any issue, from the debt to North Korea. What Epshteyn makes of the Russia collusion investigation. On Eric Trump, Paul Manafort, Matt Drudge, Alex Jones and Steve Bannon. On his career and influences.

Ezra Klein has a had a meteoric rise in journalism. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the founder of Vox opens up about the rise of Trump, the Russia investigation, the media, and much more. Show Roadmap: What has surprised Ezra about the Trump presidency. Why Ezra thinks Trump won the Republican Primary — and the general election. Whether Ezra is more concerned about President Trump than a President Pence. What Ezra makes of the collusion investigation. Ezra on the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh and the state of Supreme Court fights. Why Ezra initially supported the Iraq war. What Ezra makes of Never Trumper-ism. On whether Vox is a liberal publication. Closing Questions.

Larry O’Connor is a professional talker. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the host of WMAL’s The Larry O’Connor Show opens up on what’s surprised him about Trump’s presidency, what he thinks should happen if the alleged racist Apprentice outtake tape exists, his influences, and much, much more.   Show Roadmap: What’s surprised O’Connor about the Trump presidency. Who O’Connor supported in 2016 GOP presidential primary and why he thinks Trump won. How important is the Supreme Court in presidential politics. O’Connor’s take on the Trump-Putin summit. Should character matter in presidential politics? What O’Connor thinks of the Mueller investigation. How O’Connor thinks the media has covered Trump. Did O’Connor lose any friends over the 2016 election? On Matt Drudge, Stephen Miller and Steve Bannon. On his career and influences.

Matt Lewis is a conservative in a Washington no longer welcoming to conservatives. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, The Daily Beast columnist and CNN contributor Matt Lewis returns to discuss what it would take him to vote for Trump in 2020, the state of Never Trump, the negative incentives that drive media coverage, and much more. Show Roadmap: What has surprised him since Trump took office. What it would take for Lewis to vote for Trump in 2020. How the GOP became the “Blame America First” party. The state of Never Trump. How the left has handled Trump’s presidency. On the state of the media and how podcasts are a bright spot in a sea of darkness. Whether Lewis feels the Collusion narrative is more plausible after Helsinki. On Matt Drudge, Sarah Palin and Steve Bannon. When Matt Lewis had dinner with Alex Jones. On his career and influences.

Not too long after moving to the United States from Australia, Jonathan Swan has become one of the best-sourced White House reporters in the country. In this latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, Jonathan Swan, the star of Axios, opens up on what has surprised him about the Trump presidency, who holds influence in Trump world, how he achieved his rapid success, and much more. Show Roadmap:  What has surprised him since Trump took office? How Trump sees the world. On who, if anyone, Trump listens to for advice. On the role of Steve Bannon, Ivanka Trump and Roger Stone within Trump world. On whether anyone in the White House thinks Putin may have something on Trump. On whether Republicans in Congress will ever revolt. Is there any candidate Trump fears running against in 2020? On Matt Drudge, Anthony Scaramucci, Don Trump Jr., Sean Hannity and Elliott Broidy. How Swan became one of the best sourced White House correspondents. On his influences.

If you don’t know who Sean Spicer is, you are probably not reading this. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former White House press secretary for President Trump and author of the new book “The Briefing” opens up on his time in the White House, civility in the Age of Trump, the state of the media, and much more. Show Roadmap: What’s surprised Spicer about Trump’s first 18 months. What Spicer has learned from his personal interactions with Trump. Spicer on what he thought when Trump first entered the GOP primary and why Trump won. Did any of Trump’s rhetoric on the campaign trail concern Spicer? On the importance of honesty in a U.S. president. How Spicer handled Trump’s tweets as press secretary. On the Helsinki summit and Trump’s response. On Never Trumpers and whether Spicer lost friends because of the the 2016 election. How Hollywood treated Spicer at the Emmys. On Anthony Scaramucci, Matt Drudge, Steve Bannon and Alex Jones. How to become the next Sean Spicer and whether Spicer would run for office. On his influences.

Charlie Kirk isn’t wasting time. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the 24-year-old head of the conservative activist organization Turning Point USA opens up about his relationship with Donald Trump, why he is an unabashed supporter of Trumpism, his meeting with Kanye West, his influences, and so much more.   Show Roadmap Kirk on Trump’s first 500 Days What Kirk has learned about Trump from his personal interactions with him How Kirk defines his conservatism Kirk defends criticism of his support of Trump On whether he is too quick to praise Trump’s North Korean policy as a success Is Kirk’s outrage on Twitter manufactured or genuine? How Kirk met Kanye On Confederate Statues, Russia Collusion and the 2017 French Presidential Election Name Association: On Donald Trump Jr., Alex Jones and Steve Bannon On his career and influences

Few Democrats are as plugged into the Democratic political scene as Neera Tanden. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the president of the Center for American Progress, who was reported to be in line for a big White House gig if Hillary Clinton won the 2016 election, opens up about the Trump administration, the internal battles within the Democratic Party, re-evaluating Ted Kennedy and Bill Clinton in the age of #MeToo, and much more. Show Roadmap Evaluating the Trump presidency What Tanden thought when Trump entered the 2016 presidential race Whether the Democratic Party deserves any blame for Trump’s rise On whether “the Resistance” should ever work with the White House On whether she believes Trump should be impeached On the Democrats in 2020 and whether she thinks Trump can win re-election On Tom Steyer, Ivanka Trump, Matt Drudge and Steve Bannon On her career and influences

Few conservatives are more revered than Thomas Sowell. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the famed economist and iconoclast opens up about his new book, ‘Discrimination and Disparities,’ outlines his pessimism about America’s future, names his influences, and much more. Show Roadmap– On his new book, “Discrimination and Disparities” – What Sowell makes of Trump administration one year in – Who is more responsible for the low unemployment rate: Obama or Trump? – Why Sowell is pessimistic about America’s future – Could Sowell fix America if he were dictator for a day? – How Sowell almost became a professional baseball player – Why Sowell turned down offer to become the Secretary of Education – On his influences

Ayaan Hirsi Ali has never been afraid to speak her mind. In the latest episode of The Jamie Weinstein Show, the former Dutch politician and Hoover institution scholar opens up on Trump, explains how her views on Islam have changed, names her influences, and much more. Show Roadmap – Ali on Trump’s first year in office – Ali summarizes her harrowing life story – How and why Ali’s views on Islam have changed over the last decade – Are Ali’s suggestions for reforming Islam practical? – What Ali thinks of Prince Salman of Saudi Arabia – Ali on her new report, “The Challenge of Dawa”‘ – Ali on her fight against female genital mutilation – Once a Dutch politician, would Ali ever consider running for political office in America? – Ali on her influences