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Politics, law, and culture collide as Newsweek opinion editor Josh Hammer charts a path forward for American conservatism and exposes the woke Left. A voice for the New Right, Hammer delivers blistering commentary and weekly interviews with today's top conservative thinkers.

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    • Jul 14, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    MAGA Must End the Destructive Circular Firing Squad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 40:17


    Josh Hammer excoriates the internecine MAGA infighting that has followed the Justice Department's "Epstein files" non-revelation, explains why ending so-called "separation of church and state" must be the conservative legal movement's next big goal, shreds the latest DEI nonsense in this week's "Hammertime" segment, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Islam and Western Civilization: ‘Apostate Prophet' Breaks Down the Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 36:01


    Ridvan Aydemir, a.k.a. "Apostate Prophet," joins Josh for a deep dive on why he left Islam, Islamism's centuries-long war against the West, the effects of massive Islamic immigration into Western nations, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    What the Hell Is Elon Musk Doing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 19:30


    Josh Hammer tears apart Elon Musk's absurd new decision to launch a new third-party, the "America Party."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    HELL NO to Amnesty, Mr. President

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 19:57


    Josh Hammer dwells on this weekend's horrific flash flood tragedy in Texas before eviscerating the trial balloon now making the political rounds about a possible amnesty coming for some illegal aliens.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Independence, Integrity, and Trump's Legislative Victory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 40:22


    On this jam-packed episode, Josh breaks down President Trump's major legislative win with the passing of the Big, Beautiful Bill. While the bill isn't perfect, Josh explains why it's still a clear victory for the American people. He also calls out how the Democratic Party has shifted on issues like work requirements for welfare—and what that reveals about their changing priorities. Plus, Josh reflects on the 4th of July, what the holiday meant to him this year, and why the principles behind it are more important than ever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill—and the Cowards Holding It Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 19:10


    Josh comes in hot this episode, exposing the real divide between conservatives and liberals over Trump's “Big, Beautiful Bill.” He torches the so-called deficit hawks for dragging their feet and playing defense while Trump is out front making moves. With momentum on Trump's side, Josh explains why now is the time to act—and he doesn't hold back on what's great and what's not good in the bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Nationalism Reclaimed: Yoram Hazony on Trump, War, & Sovereignty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 30:16


    Yoram Hazony returns to the show for a powerful conversation on the renewed fight for national sovereignty. As chairman of the Edmund Burke Foundation and a driving force behind the National Conservatism movement, Hazony joins Josh to unpack the newly released second edition of his bestselling book, The Virtue of Nationalism. They dive deep into the real meaning of the Trump Doctrine, challenge the tired neocon vs. isolationist debate, and offer sharp insight into the recent Israel-Iran War. This is a must-listen for anyone serious about the future of American and global conservatism.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Peace Through Power: The Real Trump Doctrine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 25:27


    Today on the show, Josh breaks down the bigger picture when it comes to President Trump's bold foreign policy vision. He calls out the opportunists trying to take credit for Trump's precise military strikes and his success in avoiding new wars. Josh also reacts to Trump's latest comments on the growing momentum behind the Abraham Accords and what it means for the future of peace in the Middle East.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    From War Zones to Courtrooms: A Week That Changed Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 40:11


    On this week's show, Josh shares his harrowing experience in Israel as Iran launched daily attacks. From sprinting to bomb shelters in under 90 seconds at all hours, to the emotional journey back home, Josh recounts it all. He also weighs in on President Trump's targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities — and why he believes it was exactly the right move. Plus, Josh breaks down last week's Supreme Court victory and the broader implications of its ruling on birthright citizenship and nationwide injunctions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Middle East Evacuation: Patriotism in Action with Florida State Senator Jay Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 28:45


    On this episode, Josh sits down with Florida state senator and former U.S. Army Green Beret, Jay Collins, to discuss his volunteer work with Grey Bull Rescue—a group that has been leading daring rescue missions of American citizens from Israel back to the U.S. Collins shares the mission behind the operation, the lives they've saved from war zones, and the intense logistics involved in getting people out of danger. Drawing on his military experience, Collins explains how his service continues to shape his efforts to protect and rescue those in harm's way.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Leadership Reloaded: Trump Takes the Fight to Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 37:55


    Josh pulls no punches as he breaks down President Trump's strike on Iran — a long-overdue response to a regime hellbent on nukes and terror. He exposes the lies being pushed about Israel “starting” the conflict and calls out the critics who warned of chaos if America got involved. Spoiler: they were dead wrong. This is the truth about Iran, the strike, and what real leadership looks like on the world stage.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Iran Attacks: Josh Hammer's Firsthand Account

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 38:04


    On this special episode, Josh Hammer shares his powerful firsthand account of being in Israel as Iran launched its unprecedented attack. From hours spent in a bomb shelter to the emotional decision to evacuate for the safety of his family, Josh walks listeners through the intense moments that led to his return to the U.S. He recounts the chaotic journey back to Tampa — the fear, the uncertainty, and the resilience it took to get home.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Unplugged: Raising Healthier Kids in a Digital World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 40:25


    This week, Josh sits down with Clare Morell, author of The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones. Clare lays out a bold roadmap for parents ready to break the grip of digital addiction. From setting screen time boundaries to exposing the hidden harms of social media, they tackle how tech is impacting kids — mentally, socially, and even physically — and what you can do about it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Brian Mast Breaks It Down: How Trump Can Reclaim America's Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 39:04


    Florida Republican firebrand Rep. Brian Mast joins Josh to lay it all out — the top threats putting America on the edge: Iran, China, and a world that no longer fears us. After four years of Biden's blunders, they talk what it'll take for Trump to bring the hammer down and put America back on top.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Israel-Iran War of 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 35:21


    Josh Hammer, recording from an Israeli bomb shelter, updates us on the opening salvos of the Israel-Iran War of 2025—and what it means for the United States.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    A Houthi Missile at Tel Aviv and Trumpian Law and Order Back Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 23:36


    Josh Hammer recounts his harrowing experience seeking shelter in Israel from a Houthi-fired ballistic missile with his wife and daughter. Josh also weighs in on the Los Angeles riot debate back home in the U.S.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Trump-Musk: The Most Predictable Break-Up in Human History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 40:11


    Josh Hammer unpacks the unfolding high-profile break-up of Donald Trump and one-time top ally Elon Musk, unloads on Tucker Carlson for pushing more Russian propaganda-style insanity on Iran, stresses the importance of Trump's immigration agenda and the immigration issue in general, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Keeping the Free State of Florida Free (Feat. James Uthmeier)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 31:15


    Josh Hammer is joined by James Uthmeier, the 39th attorney general of the State of Florida, for a wide-ranging conversation about immigration enforcement, parental rights, fighting the culture war, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Musk's Retreat, the Language War, and the Great Iran Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 40:10


    Josh Hammer discusses the path forward for fiscal sanity after Elon Musk and DOGE, explains the critical importance of using precise language in our political battles, and unpacks the roiling debate over what to do about the Iranian threat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Reject Santa Ono for University of Florida President

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 19:00


    Josh Hammer explains why the state of Florida must remain the "place where woke goes to die" and reject the bid of leftist Santa Ono to run the Sunshine State's flagship public university.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Diplomats Murdered: The Rising Tide of Left-Wing Violence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 40:48


    Josh Hammer sounds off on last week's horrific double-murder of Israeli embassy diplomats and the escalating threat of left-wing political violence, weighs in on President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," excoriates the utter absurdity of the Biden cover-up scandal, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Trump DESTROYS South African President and DOJ Ends Two ‘War on Cops' Lawsuits

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 24:21


    Josh Hammer explains two important race-adjacent developments, including President Trump's Oval Office smackdown of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Absolutely Insane Joe Biden Cancer Cover-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 15:54


    Josh Hammer sounds off on the bombshell news of former President Joe Biden's advanced prostate cancer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Donald of Arabia, Judicial Insurrection, and the Big Biden Cover-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 40:18


    Josh Hammer dishes out his take on President Trump's big Middle East trip, explains why SCOTUS must finally end "nationwide" injunctions once and for all, blasts the Democrat-Media Complex for its years-long Biden health cover-up, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    There Is No ‘Genocide' in Gaza, You Morons (Feat. Thane Rosenbaum)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 34:55


    Thane Rosenbaum, a veteran law professor and Middle East geopolitical analyst, joins Josh to discuss his new book, Beyond Proportionality: Israel's Just War in Gaza.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Leftists Lose Their Mind Over White Refugees Coming to America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 22:35


    Josh Hammer explains the controversy over the first group of Afrikaner refugees from South Africa to arrive on American soil.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Trump's High-Stakes Gulf Trip and the Abraham Accords 2.0 Imperative

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 31:28


    Josh Hammer analyzes President Trump's trip this week to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Mutually Assured Law Enforcement Destruction

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 40:53


    Josh Hammer explains why "mutually assured destruction" is needed to end our escalating politicized law enforcement wars, excoriates the latest ridiculous comments from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, and assesses the new American-born pope and the prospects for a trade deal with China and nuclear deal with Iran.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Anti-Boycott Legislation Has NOTHING To Do With Free Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 26:13


    Josh Hammer analyzes another of this week's hot-button legal/political issues, the fate of the Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.)-introduced IGO Anti-Boycott Act.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Kristen Welker Gaslights the American People on Illegal Alien Due Process

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 21:47


    Josh Hammer explains why NBC News' Kristen Welker is dead-wrong on the issue of constitutional due process rights for the removal of illegal aliens.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    What Will Trump's NEXT 100 Days Look Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 40:27


    Josh Hammer analyzes last week's big foreign policy/national security personnel shuffle, unpacks the latest big religion case argued at SCOTUS, previews the next 100 days of the Trump presidency, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Mike Waltz Shuffle and the Ongoing Iran Nuclear Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 22:12


    Josh Hammer breaks down Thursday's high-profile presidential personnel shuffle, which affected both (now-former) National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Why Do Left-Wing Jews Oppose Trump's Anti-Semitism Crackdown? (Feat. Rabbi Yaakov Menken)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 24:26


    Rabbi Yaakov Menken, executive vice president of the Coalition for Jewish Values, joins Josh to discuss the insane institutional left-wing Jewish opposition to the Trump administration's efforts to end anti-Semitism on university campuses.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    SCOTUS's Golden Opportunity to End ‘Separation of Church and State'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 24:33


    Josh Hammer unpacks and explains the extremely important U.S. Supreme Court case of Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond, which is being argued today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Is No One Actually Above the Law?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 20:45


    Josh Hammer discusses the arrest of a subversive state court judge in Wisconsin and the appalling leftist hypocrisy surrounding the question of whether nobody actually is "above the law."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The First Rule of Communism Reaches SCOTUS and the GOP's Iran Civil War

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 40:28


    Josh Hammer analyzes this past week's crucial Mahmoud v. Taylor Supreme Court oral argument, discusses Pope Francis's legacy and what he hopes for in a new pontiff, and explains the latest operation against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth in the context of the GOP's ongoing foreign policy civil war.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    How Trump and the GOP Can Finally Get Judicial Nominations Right

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 36:31


    In light of the latest high-profile disappointment at SCOTUS, Josh Hammer explains how President Trump and Republicans can finally—finally!—get judicial nominations right in Trump's second term.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    DRAMA: Big Lessons From Pete Hegseth Cleaning House at the Pentagon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 26:49


    Josh Hammer explains the multiple layers to this week's big story: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth cleans his leaky house at the Pentagon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    For the Left, ‘Democracy' Just Means Left-Wing Values

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 17:56


    Josh Hammer explains how the Left's excessive talk of "democracy" is all a ruse: All they care about is left-wing results themselves.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Is the Democratic Party Actively Trying To Commit Political Suicide?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 40:20


    From defending Hamas sympathizer Mahmoud Khalil to MS-13-tied "Maryland man" Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Harvard University's "right" to federal taxpayer funding, Democrats seem to crave being on the wrong side of 80/20 or 90/10 issues. What exactly are they trying to accomplish? Plus, Josh issues a warning to the Trump administration on the ongoing Iran nuclear talks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    LIARS: The ‘Maryland Man' Is Not Who the Democrat-Media Complex Says He Is

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 18:15


    Josh Hammer separates truth from untruth in the ongoing saga of the media's favorite "Maryland man," deported illegal alien Kilmar Abrego Garcia.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Defund Harvard and ALL of American Higher Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 20:43


    Josh Hammer explains why the Trump administration is entirely correct in its decision to withhold funding to Harvard University.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Trump's Righteous China Fight and the Raging Judicial Insurrection (Feat. Sen. Marsha Blackburn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 40:21


    Josh Hammer explains President Trump's righteous trade war against Communist China and is then joined by Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) for a wide-ranging conversation about tariffs, the judicial insurrection, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    From the Masters Tournament to the Passover Holiday, Musings on Tradition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 18:19


    Josh Hammer reflects on the crucial importance of tradition to who we are as human beings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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