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Federalist Radio Hour

Hosted by Matt Kittle and The Federalist’s team of fearless journalists, this is a podcast featuring engaging and in-depth conversations with reporters, scholars, authors, politicians, and thinkers of all stripes. Along with guest hosts Mollie Hemingway, David Harsanyi, and others, the show delivers smart and compelling dialogues on politics, culture, religion, and the news of the day. Support the show by subscribing, rating, and writing a review! Check out The Federalist's other coverage on our website. Follow The Federalist on X.

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Episode length: 44m

Hayden’s History Hour Ep. 10: The Left Ruined How We Remember The Civil War

On this edition of Hayden's History Hour, Federalist Staff Editor Hayden Daniel and Federalist Elections Correspondent Brianna Lyman discuss modern narratives about the purpose of the Civil War, the motives of the Union and Confederate soldiers, and whether the wa can be reduced to a battle between good and evil. 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.

Episode length: 1h

‘You’re Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 217: Shane Gillis, Ilhan Omar, And The TX Senate Race

Join Federalist Editor-in-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they analyze Shane Gillis' Saturday Night Live monologue, discuss the raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar's Washington, D.C. home, and debate the ins and outs of the Texas Senate race -- including James Talarico's recent absence from the campaign trail. David and Mollie also share their culture picks for the week. 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.

Episode length: 54m

Birth Tourism And The Battle For America’s Sovereignty

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Ammon Blair — a former U.S. Border Patrol agent, U.S. Army veteran, and senior fellow with the Texas Public Policy Foundation's Secure & Sovereign Nation Initiative — joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to examine the birth tourism loopholes defining the American citizenship debate and explain how selling babies to foreign nationals undermines U.S. national security and America's sovereignty. 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.

Episode length: 1h 25m

‘Overruled,’ Ep. 3: How Democrats Will Unleash Their Lawfare Machine If They Win In 2028

Join Federalist Executive Editor Joy Pullmann for a special audio series that investigates the dramatically increasing strategic use of government to sideline elections in achieving a political outcome. From Arctic Frost to the political prosecution of Donald Trump and his supporters, these instances of lawfare reflect a constitutional crisis that must be addressed in order to save our Republic. In this episode, Joy breaks down different methods and hallmarks of lawfare, how the left has used these methods against their political opponents in recent years, and the Democrats' plan to use lawfare against Trump and his supporters if they regain the White House. You can read Joy's book False Flag: Why Queer Politics Mean the End of America here. The Federalist 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.

Episode length: 41m

The Reason Americans Are Considering Socialism Is Exactly Why It Cannot Succeed

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Americans for Prosperity Managing Director Kent Strang joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the wave of socialism playing a large role in the 2026 midterms, how it has gotten a dangerous foothold in American politics, and the battle it creates over the foundational freedoms of Western Civilization. They also discuss the real causes of higher prices and how Republicans should tout the economic success of the One Big Beautiful Bill. You can see how Americans for Prosperity is fighting socialism 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.

Episode length: 1h 1m

‘You’re Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 216: Christa Pike And The ’Cornell 7’

Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they discuss their thoughts on the death penalty in light of the botched execution of Christa Pike, analyze the moral and ethical pitfalls posed by the "Cornell 7" controversy, and preview the closest races defining the 2026 midterms. Mollie and David also share their TV, book, and record picks of the week. 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.

Episode length: 45m

Inside The Left’s Latest Vote-Rigging Scheme

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Kansas State Rep. Pat Proctor joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss his exposé of the League of Women Voters' alleged plot to buy high school voter registrations. Proctor, the Republican candidate for Kansas secretary of state, also explains why addressing the "rank partisanship" of ballot harvesting groups is essential to the future of election integrity. 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.

Episode length: 48m

Why Bringing Jack Smith To Justice Should Matter To All Americans

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, National Civil Liberties Alliance Senior Litigation Counsel Margaret Harker joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the NCLA's lawsuit against former "special counsel" Jack Smith for unlawfully seizing Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s phone records and explain why it is unconstitutional. Federalist Co-Founder and CEO Sean Davis also joins the program to weigh in on Smith's spy campaign, which included obtaining communications from Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway. Read the NCLA's complaint here. Read Davis' official statement responding to Jack Smith's spying 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.

September 2026

Episode length: 48m

‘You’re Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 215: Jack Smith Spied On The Federalist

Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they discuss revelations that special prosecutor Jack Smith obtained Hemingway's communications and explain why that's problematic. Mollie and David also analyze The New York Times' "100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century" list, discuss their latest reads, and lament The Great British Bake Off's casting protocol. 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.

Episode length: 52m

How The Transgender Cult Exploits Vulnerable Kids

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Co-Founder of Advocates Protecting Children Maria Keffler joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the cult of transgenderism, the flawed science used to push the ideology, and how children become susceptible to its message. You can find Keffler's book Desist, Detrans & Detox: Getting Your Child Out of the Gender Cult, 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.

Episode length: 1h 12m

‘Overruled,’ Ep. 2: ‘Spygate’ As Regime-Change Tactics Imported To America

Join Federalist Executive Editor Joy Pullmann for a special audio series that investigates the dramatically increasing strategic use of government to sideline elections in achieving a political outcome. From Arctic Frost to the political prosecution of Donald Trump and his supporters, these instances of lawfare reflect a constitutional crisis that must be addressed in order to save our Republic. In this episode, Joy breaks down the lawfare effort that was used to derail the first Trump administration: 'Spygate.' She explains Hillary Clinton's email scandal and the attempted cover-up that launched the Russia collusion hoax, and how Democrats, the deep state, and corporate media worked together to try to bring down President Trump. You can read Joy's book False Flag: Why Queer Politics Mean the End of America here. The Federalist 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.

Episode length: 44m

Why School Choice Is Important Now More Than Ever

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, EdChoice CEO and President Robert Enlow joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to dissect Nikole Hannah-Jones' harrowing confession that she compromised her child's educational future by sending her to a failing school. Enlow and Kittle also discuss the damage race-obsessed ideologues like Hannah-Jones have done to the school choice movement and explain why funding students is the solution to the broken education system. 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.

Episode length: 56m

Hayden’s History Hour Ep. 9: The Deadliest Civil War Battle You’ve Never Heard Of

On this edition of Hayden's History Hour, Federalist Staff Editor Hayden Daniel tells the overlooked story of the Battle of Chickamauga, one of the deadliest battles in the Civil War and one of the biggest defeats for the Union Army. The Federalist 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.

Episode length: 55m

‘You’re Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 214: Nikole Hannah-Jones

Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they analyze 1619 Project creator Nikole Hannah-Jones' confession that she sacrificed her child to a failing public school and explain what Jones' twisted perspective means for the national education debate. Mollie and David also share their latest reads and podcast listens and ponder what it means to age well. 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.

Episode length: 48m

Inside The Voter Registration Laws Designed To Allow Fraud

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, President of Restoring Integrity and Trust in Elections (RITE) Justin Riemer joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss his congressional testimony about the recent election fraud scandal in New Jersey, analyze the problems of noncitizen voting, and explain why fraud is a major factor in determining election outcomes. Reimer and Kittle also discuss practical steps the government can take to secure the process of voter registration, even if the SAVE America Act is never passed. You can find more info about Restoring Integrity and Trust in Elections 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.

Episode length: 51m

How States Can Hold Congress Accountable On Spending

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Convention of States Co-Founder and President Mark Meckler joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to explain the broken federal spending process, the consolidation of power in the executive branch of government, and how the people can stop the out-of-control cycle that is plunging the nation into debt. They also discuss the one year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's death and the splintering of the conservative movement. You can find more information about Convention of States 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.

Episode length: 9m

SOUNDBITE: Rep. Bryan Steil On The Latest ActBlue Scandal

In this Federalist Radio Hour soundbite, Federalist Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle and House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil dive into the latest scandal plaguing Democrat fundraising giant ActBlue. 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.

Episode length: 1h 1m

‘You’re Wrong’ With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 213: The Great Assimilation Debate

Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they discuss the left's latest meltdown over the Kennedy Center, jump back into the American citizenship and immigration debate in light of Texas Railroad Commissioner candidate Bo French's viral post about demographic changes in his state, and dissect the Trump administration's federal childcare subsidy eligibility modifications. David also shares his culture reviews, and Mollie reflects on her recent trip to Italy. 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.

Episode length: 49m

Victims Of Illegal Alien Crime Don’t Fit The Left’s Narrative

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Joe Abraham, an angel parent and the executive director of ICE's Victims of Immigrant Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the death of Abraham's daughter at the hands of an illegal alien, the policy decisions that allow illegal alien crime to happen, and how the left neglects victims who do not fit their pro-illegal immigration narrative. You can find resources from ICE's VOICE Office 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.

Episode length: 1h 31m

‘Overruled,’ Ep. 1: Where Lawfare Came From And How It Rules The World

Join Federalist Executive Editor Joy Pullmann for a special audio series that investigates the dramatically increasing strategic use of government to sideline elections in achieving a political outcome. From Arctic Frost to the political prosecution of Donald Trump and his supporters, these instances of lawfare reflect a constitutional crisis that must be addressed in order to save our Republic. In this episode, Joy breaks down what lawfare is, tracing the erosion of our justice system back to the activist progressive courts of the mid-twentieth century, and what the conservative legal movement must do to combat it. You can read Joy's book False Flag: Why Queer Politics Mean the End of America here. The Federalist 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.

Episode length: 46m

Is America Any Safer 25 Years After 9/11?

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, former national security attorney and war crimes prosecutor Michael Lebowitz joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss their recollections of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the war that followed, how Al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups have regrouped over the last 25 years, and what America needs to do to fix its vulnerabilities and prevent future attacks. You can read Lebowitz' new book, Second Wave: Inside Al Qaeda's Post-9/11 Attack Plan and America's Secret Effort to Stop It, 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.

Episode length: 43m

Chaos At The Supreme Court: Everything You Need To Know About The Emergency Docket

On this special edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Federalist Staff Writer Shawn Fleetwood breaks down the biggest court challenges defining American politics, including one time-sensitive fight over President Donald Trump's mail-in ballot executive order. Fleetwood also gives a critical update on Missouri's new election map controversy and explains the ins and outs of the Supreme Court's emergency docket. Read more of Fleetwood's SCOTUS coverage 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.

Episode length: 54m

One Year After His Assassination, Charlie Kirk’s Conservatism Must Live On

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Drew Thomas Allen, CEO of Bando PR and the host of The Drew Allen Show, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to reflect on one year since the assassination of Charlie Kirk and discuss how Kirk's absence has affected the future of the America First movement. Allen also shares how the Turning Point USA founder's big-picture strategy can still prevent GOP infighting and help effective conservatives win elections. You can find Allen's book For Christ and Country: The Martyrdom of Charlie Kirk 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.

Episode length: 45m

Labor Unions Only Work When Workers Are Free

On this edition of The Federalist Radio Hour, Mark Mix, president of the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the political gap between American workers and the radical leaders of the worker's unions, the traps used by unions to force membership and payment, and how states that have embraced worker freedom have seen tremendous economic growth. You can find resources from the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation 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.
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