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Recently, Harvard faculty voted to push back on grade inflation at the institution by capping the proportion of A’s given to students at 20%. But according to a new paper, Harvard’s new policy—and grade caps in general—are not the right solution. In What Does a Grade Mean? Informativeness and Strategic Manipulation of Grading Systems, Scott […]

Kara makes a triumphant return to the podcast after her chaotic maternity leave, ready to talk about the birth of her second daughter, Sloane. She and Bethany discuss life with two under two, and how life with two feels somehow harder than life with six.

Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they discuss CBS’s firing of 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley, compare and contrast Democrats’ and corporate media’s treatment of Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton versus Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, and examine the coordinated efforts to attack conservative members of the Supreme […]

At some point President Trump is going to have to admit there is no negotiating with Iran. Plus, CBS is cleaning house, and it’s very telling how upset hardcore progressives are about it.

Republicans in Congress are not high on the idea of Pulte being the head of DNI. Plus, Democrats have a very easy and clear path to get rid of Graham Platner—their refusal to do so says everything you need to know about the left.

Covid and the cover-up conspiracy killed the public’s trust in health sciences. Plus, California continues to add fuel to the stolen election fire by taking weeks to count votes.

Today’s show covers major political developments from coast to coast as election results continue to shake up California, New Jersey, Iowa, and Michigan. We break down surprising vote totals, controversial candidate reactions, and growing concerns about the future of Democratic leadership. The conversation then shifts overseas as tensions with Iran escalate following missile launches and […]

In this week’s episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Prof. Albert Cheng of the University of Arkansas and Alisha Searcy of the Center for Strong Public Schools speak with Leslie Hiner, Senior Advisor for Legal Policy at EdChoice, about the constitutional foundations and future of educational freedom in America. Hiner reflects on her distinguished career […]

Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they break down California’s ridiculous election process, even more widespread fraud discovered in Obamacare and  Medicaid, Jill Biden’s latest delusion from the 2024 campaign, and confusion in the Alaska Senate race. New episodes every weekday. 👉 Subscribe to the show so you never miss […]

Graduation season is once more upon us. The long school year has come to a close, and now, in caps and gowns, the nation’s graduates gather to receive their various certifications, diplomas, and degrees and listen to wisdom from a speaker. However, many college graduations are not the same tranquil affairs they used to be. […]

Here in Episode 9 of Season 5, I interview Mr.Rob Long. A longtime Hollywood professional, he was a writer and producer for the classic sitcom Cheers as well as for over a dozen other shows. A National Review contributor and columnist for both Commentary and Washington Examiner magazine, he has authored two books, Conversations With My Agent (1998) and Set-Up, Joke, Set-Up, Joke (2005), and edited one, Bigly: Donald Trump in Verse (2017). […]

Religious liberty is at the foundation of the American Idea – but how was it understood and protected at America’s Founding, and how what does this fundamental right look like today? Jeff and Dr. Vincent Phillip Munoz, of Notre Dame University, discuss the earliest state of religious freedom, and how it has evolved today. Read […]

We’re now only a month away from the July 4 semiquincentennial of the founding of our country, but there’s still time to acquire and read through some of the new books appearing to mark the auspicious occasion. And one of the very best of the very large field of contenders is from Timothy Sandefur, whose […]

President Trump replaces Tulsi Gabbard with an absolute moron. Plus, Mike Pence joins the program.

Rich kids are falling in love with communism to cement their social status and keep the poor in their place. Plus, the drip, drip, drip of Graham Platner’s insanity continues with the worst yet to be revealed.

President Trump is having trouble sealing his vision in Congress because their loyalty largely lies with their constituents — the people voted for them and not the president.

To the Framers, happiness didn’t just mean fun. It meant the pursuit of a good life through hard work, discipline, and constant self-assessment. In Episode 2, National Constitution Center CEO Emeritus Jeffrey Rosen, attorney and author Timothy Sandefur, and Supreme Court advocate Alan Gura tell us what the “pursuit of happiness” meant, how that promise […]

On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert joins Federalist Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the negative effects of widespread “therapy culture,” explain how over-therapization exacerbates America’s mental health crisis, and weigh in on the concerning symptoms associated with so-called “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” Buy Alpert’s book Therapy Nation: How America Got Hooked on Therapy […]

Today we break down escalating tensions in the Middle East as President Trump pushes Iran to surrender, reports of Hezbollah activity emerge, and rumors swirl about a possible disagreement between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Back at home, Jill Biden faces renewed scrutiny after attempting to explain her role during President Biden’s decline. […]

Richard Epstein weighs in on war, deterrence, and the limits of modern military strategy. Drawing lessons from World War II, Vietnam, Gaza, and the current conflict with Iran, Epstein argues that wars are either fought to win or not fought at all. He contends that America’s fear of escalation, reliance on limited objectives, and preference […]

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they wade into the major Democratic Party infighting over Graham Platner, oil company executives warning gas prices could get much higher soon, President Trump scrapping his $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund,” and Illinois Democrats on the brink of losing the Chicago Bears. New episodes every […]

Ben can’t do pull-ups anymore, so it’s a great time to talk to Admiral William McRaven. The guys talk about the fine line between swagger and arrogance, the importance of clear communication, and the way McRaven built his teams of Navy Seals. Lots of conversation about failure as a teacher and McRaven’s top-5 must-read book […]

Americans who know Cuba best—those who fled the Communist-ruled island and their descendants—loathe the country’s Communist regime, in power since Fidel Castro overthrew an American-backed strongman in 1959. Thanks to Cold War geopolitics and the political influence of those Cuban-American communities (especially those around Miami, home city of Secretary of State Marco Rubio), the United […]

The far left has enjoyed one-party rule in the City of Angels for decades, but now there’s a slight wrinkle in their plans as Los Angeles might finally get its first non-left mayor in years this Tuesday. Spencer Pratt, the nominally conservative former reality TV star turned political activist, is currently trailing by less than […]

Today’s show is packed with political drama, media hypocrisy, and viral moments. We break down the backlash facing the DNC’s creative director after controversial comments about Stephen Miller, Nancy Mace’s ongoing battle for Trump’s endorsement, and why critics say she’s completely crashing out. We also cover reports about Democratic proposals for paid menstrual leave, Peter […]

In this episode, James R. Wood joins R. R. Reno on The Editor’s Desk to talk about his recent essay, “Liberalism Is Christianity’s Prodigal Child” from the June/July 2026 issue of the magazine.

Democrats are crashing out over their favorite nazi Graham Planter’s latest scandal.

The fallout continues from Jill Biden’s ill-timed interview about Joe’s cognitive decline. Plus, Iran has abandoned all peace talks, begging the question….will Trump man up and finish the job he started?

Join Jim and Greg for the Monday edition of the 3 Martini Lunch as they dig into the latest scandal surrounding Maine Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner, MSNOW’s Ali Velshi complaining that he can’t celebrate America’s 250th birthday because we’re such a racist country, another cringy woke quote from Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, […]

Hillsdale College president Dr. Larry P. Arnn and Hugh Hewitt discuss the concept of commencement and dig deeper into Erika Kirk’s inspiring message to Hillsdale graduates on this week’s Hillsdale Dialogues. Release date: 29 May 2026

In a few months elections will be held in Israel, the first since Oct. 7th, and arguably one of the most consequential in Israel’s history. But how do the elections actually work in Israel? As part of our Israel Votes series, Dan is joined by Amit Segal and Nadav Eyal for a practical guide to […]

Batya Ungar-Sargon joins Chicks on the Right to discuss her powerful new book “The Jews and the Left” (out June 2 – preorder now!). She explains why so many American Jews remain loyal Democrats despite rampant antisemitism on the left, the forgotten history of Jews as cherished founding partners in America, and how the right […]

Welcome to Last Call, a look at the biggest stories Jim and Greg covered over the past week on the 3 Martini Lunch. This week they discuss former First Lady Jill Biden lying to us yet again about Joe Biden’s condition in 2024, the attempted swatting of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, Los Angeles […]

Why has the world become so fixated on Zionism, and what does that obsession actually reveal about the West? Alana Newhouse joins Dan Senor to unpack her widely debated essay Zionism for Everyone. They explore how rapid technological change and cultural disorientation are colliding with an ancient idea of peoplehood and why that tension is […]

In his powerful second appearance on The Dave Carter Show, Panama City native and leading Republican candidate Keith Gross joins Dave for a no-holds-barred conversation about his bid to represent Florida’s 2nd Congressional District. A self-made businessman, attorney, and U.S. Army National Guard veteran, Keith is funding his own campaign and has boldly pledged to […]

Tonight’s show covers one of the wildest news cycles yet — from Trump’s proposed $250 bill and Scott Bessent’s viral press conference moments to Gavin Newsom’s controversial tax comments and the growing backlash surrounding the Freedom 250 event. We break down the DOJ follow-up involving E. Jean Carroll, Jill Biden’s awkward stroke-related comment, JD Vance […]

Lots and lots of burning questions dominate the news. Do we need a $250 bill, and what or who should be on it? Mamdani flexes his communist urges in NYC, so what could possibly go wrong? And can a state tax a “slush fund” at 100%? James and Charles have thoughts. But the question we […]

Iran says no deal again to Trump, so who knows where we are in this. Plus, the media continues to carry the water for the worst Democrat candidates.

AOC and pretty much every other brain-dead progressive feminist love the Iranian Handmaid’s Tale. Plus, Mike Collins in Georgia has a huge personal problem.

Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they react to Sen. Susan Collins clashing with Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner over the Iraq War, the attempted swatting of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham claiming Democrats don’t need men’s votes to win elections, and the […]

Richard Epstein analyzes the Trump administration’s controversial $1.776 billion settlement fund, arguing that it represents a profound breach of constitutional norms, public trust, and basic principles of good government. From standing doctrine and congressional power to taxation, impeachment, and the limits of executive authority, Epstein explains why he believes the scheme is legally dubious, politically […]

The end of this week finds the 3WHH crew in situ in Enna, up in the highlands of Sicily, visiting the University of Kore for a conference on, well, everything, though it is hard to tell since half the speakers are speaking in Italian and the rest of us are speaking in English. John Yoo’s […]

The United States has poured billions into the United Nations to fund relief works, but not all that money goes where you might think. Years of impunity have allowed murder, rape, kidnapping and fraud to flourish in the UN system, yet the UN Secretary General and his team have stonewalled investigations, invoked “privileges and immunities” […]

On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Dr. Ron Elfenbein joins Federalist Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss his fight against the U.S. government, which targeted him with fraud charges after he criticized the Biden administration’s Covid-19 response. Read more about Elfenbein’s case here. The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our […]

Guests: Mary L. G. Theroux and Mardi Billman Host Scot Bertram talks with Mary L. G. Theroux, chairman and chief executive officer at the Independent Institute, about working toward practical solutions to the homelessness crisis and her book, Beyond Homeless: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes, Transformative Solutions. And Mardi Billman, associate professor of chemistry at Hillsdale College, […]

Sean Keilen, professor of literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz, talks with Chris about his new book, Shakespeare’s Scholars: Three Lessons from the Liberal Arts. They discuss how Shakespeare depicts the role of scholars in Hamlet and The Tempest, what Shakespeare can teach us about the scholar’s proper relationship to the public, and the current […]

The global Left’s relentless obsession with condemning Israel completely vanishes when actual ethnic cleansing and brutal massacres occur across the rest of the world. From the historical atrocities of the French in Chad to the modern-day actions of Turkey and Iran, the international community consistently ignores massive human rights abuses to focus entirely on one […]

On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Beverly Willett, a retired NYC lawyer, author, and marriage advocate, joins Federalist Managing Editor Kylee Griswold to talk about the nasty legal underbelly of no-fault divorce and how laws in every state punish spouses who are divorced against their will. Plus, Beverly shares her own divorce experience and […]