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The Ben Domenech Podcast

100 Episodes

22 minutes | Jun 7, 2023
Bret Baier & Why LIV-PGA Merger Is Good For Golf
As the news of the stunning PGA and LIV Golf merger breaks, Ben sits down with FOX News Chief Political Anchor Bret Baier, who shares his inside knowledge of how the deal went down and how he thinks it will play out for the game of golf. Plus, Ben explains why the saga could have implications even larger than the game of golf. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
45 minutes | Jun 6, 2023
Speaker Gingrich: Biden Is Gone, He Just Doesn't Know It Yet
On this episode, Ben sits down with former Speaker of the House and 2012 GOP Presidential Candidate, Newt Gingrich, to discuss his new book, March To The Majority: The Real Story Of The Republican Majority. Drawing on his time as Speaker and vast knowledge of history and politics, Speaker Gingrich illuminates new paths to victory for Republicans, and how they can build a winning coalition in 2024 and beyond. Later, Ben breaks down the many dynamics of the 2024 Presidential Election, specifically those that were not in play in 2016 and 2020. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
39 minutes | May 30, 2023
Congresswoman Debbie Lesko & Behind The Scenes On The Debt Ceiling
Recorded just hours before Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden reached a deal on the debt ceiling, Ben sits down with Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (R-AZ) to discuss the inside scoop on the negotiations. Plus, they discuss the fallout from the Durham report. Later, they discuss some of the intricacies of Republican party politics in Arizona, and what Republicans can do moving forward to make the state red again. Then, Ben shares his Memorial Day message. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
36 minutes | May 23, 2023
Eric Bolinder & Limiting The Power Of Federal Agencies
Today, Ben is joined by Cause of Action attorney, Eric Bolinder, in a case on behalf of New Jersey fishermen who challenge the federal government's attempt to unlawfully force them to pay monitoring fees without congressional approval. The case would challenge the 'Chevron' precedent and could significantly change federal agencies' power scope. Breaking down a complex case in a digestible fashion, Ben and Eric explain why normally, federal bureaucrats have a significant advantage in court against average citizens and small businesses, but this case could change that. Later, Ben explains what he believes the impact will be of Senator Tim Scott's entrance into the 2024 presidential race.  Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40 minutes | May 16, 2023
Senator Josh Hawley & The American Masculinity Crisis
On this episode, Ben sits down with Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) to discuss his new book Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs. Senator Hawley argues that the character of men and the male virtue that goes along with it is a necessary ingredient to a functioning society and a healthy, free republic. Later, Ben shares his thoughts on a potential looming presidential announcement from Florida Governor Ron Desantis as well as the past weekend's campaign events in Iowa. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
37 minutes | May 9, 2023
Evan Nierman & How To Fight Back Against Cancel Culture
Author Evan Nierman joins Ben to discuss his new book, The Cancel Culture Curse: From Rage to Redemption in a World Gone Mad. They discuss why cancel culture has become so pervasive in American life, as well as how specifically to fight back against it.  Later, Ben discusses what some recently released polling means for the current media and political landscape. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
35 minutes | May 2, 2023
Corey DeAngelis & A Failed Government Schooling Model
Today, Ben sits down with Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, Corey DeAngelis to discuss the President of the American Federation of Teachers, Randi Weingarten's troublesome Capitol Hill testimony as well as the battle for school choice. Later, they dive into Corey's new book, Mediocrity: 40 Ways Government Schools are Failing Today's Students.   Later, Ben gives his latest analysis on the 2024 Presidential Election.   Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
35 minutes | Apr 25, 2023
A Conversation With Former Vice President Mike Pence
Ben is joined by the 47th Vice President Of The United States Michael Richard Pence. Ben and the former Vice President discuss the need to highlight fiscal responsibility as the nation faces a severe debt crisis in the near future, and social security insolvency further down the road. Plus, Vice President shares his opinion on why he believes some January 6th protestors have been unfairly painted with a broad brush and the need for real election integrity. Later, he explains how as President he would handle Chinese aggression toward Taiwan. Later, Ben shares his analysis of the realignment of politics in America and what that could mean for the 'New Right.' Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
50 minutes | Apr 18, 2023
Peter Meijer & The Nuances Of Fixing A Broken Congress
Ben sits down with former Michigan Congressman Peter Meijer to give an inside look at what he believes America's greatest challenges are from an institutional, political, and cultural perspective. Drawing from his term in Congress and military service, Peter discusses what he believes are the biggest structural flaws in the current partisan environment, and whether or not those can be solved with a new generation of leaders. Later, Ben uses an insider's perspective to give a less on how Washington really works. He explains how Washington, D.C. is a very gossip-prone town, but one can gain some insights if one knows how to take everything with a grain of salt. He further explains why a challenge to the Senate leadership could be on the horizon. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40 minutes | Apr 11, 2023
Frederick Fleitz & The Future Of The America First Movement
Ben sits down with The Vice Chairman of the America First Policy Institute Center for American Security, Frederick Fleitz. They discuss where a future administration could build upon former President Trump's foreign policy accomplishments. Plus, they look at how leaders can go about thinning out a federal bureaucracy that would work to undermine America First policies at every turn. Later, Ben gives his perspective on the dueling opinions coming out of a Washington, D.C., and Texas court on the legalities around medication-induced abortion. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
32 minutes | Apr 6, 2023
BONUS EPISODE: Eli Lake & How The Trump Indictment Will Play Out
On this episode, Ben sits down with the Host of The Re-Education Podcast and Fellow at the Clements Center for National Security at The University of Texas at Austin, Eli Lake.  They discuss the merits of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's prosecution of former President Donald Trump. Plus, they examine how this will affect the 2024 Presidential Election.   Later, Ben provides insight on how D.A. Bragg’s case against former President Trump could impact the republic.   Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
46 minutes | Apr 4, 2023
Trey Gowdy & What's Really Wrong With Congress
On this episode, Ben sits down with former South Carolina Congressman and Host of The Trey Gowdy Podcast, Trey Gowdy. Ben and Trey discuss how politics have changed since they began following politics. Plus, Trey gives an inside look at the halls of Capitol Hill and explains the uphill challenges of fixing many of Congress' broken institutions. Later, Ben breaks down just how the indictment of former President Donald Trump will change American politics. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
41 minutes | Mar 28, 2023
Jonathan Turley & Where Manhattan DA Bragg Will Take The Trump Case
On this episode, Ben sits down with FOX News Legal Analyst & George Washington University Law Professor, Jonathan Turley, to discuss the legal intricacies of how the potential indictment of former President Trump by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg could play out. Plus, Turley explains how he has handled holding right-of-center opinions in an increasingly unwelcoming academic world. Professor Turley later explains why either President Biden or former President Trump could one day issue a 'self-pardon.' Later, Ben breaks down the conflict between former President Donald Trump and his potential primary opponent Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
44 minutes | Mar 21, 2023
David McIntosh & The Club For Growth Agenda
On this episode, Ben sits down with former Indiana Congressman and President of Club For Growth, David McIntosh, to discuss his organization's influence on the current political scene.  Ben and David discuss the work the organization is doing to help their preferred candidates get elected and enact fiscally conservative policies. Later, Ben weighs in on the latest developments of a potential indictment and arrest of former President Donald Trump. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
42 minutes | Mar 14, 2023
Larry Kudlow & The Causes Of The Economic Crisis
On this episode, Ben sits down with the former Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Director of the National Economic Council under President Trump, and the Host of Kudlow on FOX Business, Larry Kudlow, to discuss why he believes the U.S. economy faces a potential crisis. Later, Ben weighs in on whether or not it would be a prudent decision to utilize the U.S. Military to address the Southern border crisis. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
44 minutes | Mar 7, 2023
Professor J.D. Haltigan & The Culture Wars Of Academia
On this episode, Ben sits down with Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto, J.D. Haltigan, to discuss the rise of depression in young adults, weighing factors such as culture, social media, and partisan politics. Later, Ben discusses a viral moment from Bill Maher's TV show between Russell Brand and MSNBC Host John Heilemann to shed light on why left-of-center media has a major blindspot and why they have lost the trust of a vast portion of the American public. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
44 minutes | Feb 28, 2023
Steve Krakauer & Fixing The Media Bias Problem
On this episode, Ben is joined by former CNN Executive, Steve Krakauer, to discuss his new book, Uncovered: How the Media Got Cozy with Power, Abandoned Its Principles, and Lost the People. They discuss how this bias came about, and what can be done to improve mainstream newsrooms' covering of critical issues going forward. Later, Ben explains how an echo chamber of left-leaning newsrooms led to the false labeling of the Wuhan lab leak theory as a 'right-wing conspiracy.' Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
46 minutes | Feb 21, 2023
Spencer Klavan & How to Save the West
On this episode, Ben sits down with the assistant editor of The Claremont Review of Books and The American Mind at the Claremont Institute, Spencer Klavan, to discuss his new book, How to Save the West: Ancient Wisdom for 5 Modern Crises. Ben and Spencer delve into issues of media accuracy, western values, truth, and meaning. Plus, they discuss how A.I. will change the political landscape. Later, Ben pontificates about American parenthood and the lack of community in American life. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
40 minutes | Feb 14, 2023
Congressman McHenry & Fighting China Economically
On this episode, Ben sits down with the Chair of the House Financial Services Committee, Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) to discuss how the United State government must combat the Chinese Communist Party from a financial perspective. Plus, the Congressman explains how lawmakers can better message the Tik Tok problem, as well as how to handle the United State Government's fiscal problems.   Later, Ben touches upon the reporting of Gabe Kaminsky from the Washington Examiner, and how he uncovered the United States government was funding non-profit organizations, whose work focused on targeting right-wing media organizations and pundits.   Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
33 minutes | Feb 7, 2023
Chad Pergram & The State Of Capitol Hill
On this episode, Ben sits down with FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent, Chad Pergram. Ben and Chad discuss what they have learned about President Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy's debt ceiling negotiations, the latest on the fallout from the Chinese spy balloon, as well as outlining what to expect from the 2023 State of the Union address. Later, Ben previews President Biden's second State of the Union Address. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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