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In this episode, the guys keep it simple, discussing Bari Weiss's departure from the New York Times. She quit and wrote a scathing open letter, detailing the reasons for her resignation. Also discussed is Andrew Sullivan's departure from New York Magazine, with both stemming from what looks like intolerance from not only readers but staff members who increasingly are hostile to points of view that do not align with their own. It has implications for those publications but the business of journalism overall. Will the guardians of these institutions stand up and say, "That's enough!" or will they allow a bunch of Jacobins to control the editorial content? There are also the picks of the week from the latest issue of the magazine! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/the-bari-weiss-effect/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

After a week off, the crew is back and have an in-depth conversation about: Trump's Mt. Rushmore speech and the media's awful portrayal of it Sen. Tammy Duckworth's characterization of the speech is a total lie Cancel culture and the goofy claim it doesn't exist and what the future holds There is no magazine this week, so the guys will talk about their top picks in the next issue! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/mt-rushmore-and-cancel-culture/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

Seth had the day off today so it was just Jay, Grant, and Park. In the first part of the show, the guys were joined by attorney Kyle Sammin to discuss his latest piece in the magazine called, Solving the social media standoff. Kyle goes into some possible solutions that don't go as far as eliminating Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act but perhaps adding a new category specifically related to big social media companies such as Twitter and Facebook. Also discussed is the renewed fight over statues and how people warned several years ago it would go beyond Confederate figures and begin to target figures such as Thomas Jefferson and George Washington. Finally, they talk about the phenomenon of "call-out culture" where people are using social media to do what they think is good, but really is nothing more than an avenue for some to make money and others to engage in adult-sanctioned cyber-bullying. There are also the preview picks for next week. Read Kyle's piece in the magazine here and follow him on Twitter.   Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/social-media-reform-statues-call-out-culture-run-amok/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

There is an in-depth discussion this week covering three issues that broke just this week First, the guys talk about the SCOTUS Bostock decision regarding Title VII of The Civil Rights Act, Neil Gorsuch's majority opinion, and whether or not it was the court writing legislation instead of interpreting the law. Also, Josh Hawley's fiery Senate floor speech is covered and whether or not he's right about the so-called "bargain" that religious conservatives have with the "establishment" of the Republican Party. Finally, a discussion about the NBC/Google and their tussle with The Federalist over their comments section that brought about condemnation from all around as well as resurrecting the debate over Section 230. And finally, a brief preview of next week's magazine! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/josh-hawley-slams-bostock-decision-and-its-google-vs-the-federalist/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

** Note that at the 10:33 mark we had some technical difficulties noted with a record scratch and we began recording again as best we could where we left off In the wake of the protests over the death of George Floyd, a "Defund The Police" movement has emerged. Some argue it doesn't really mean to defund but others are buying into the idea of getting rid of police departments as if it will be a net positive. The guys discuss issues surrounding it. Corporations went in on the Black Lives Matter movement, sending out emails and highlighting support on their web pages but does it really mean anything? Or is it just signaling to younger consumers as a means of avoiding any backlash? Finally, the discussion revolves around the New York Times and their decision to force the resignation of Editorial Page Editor James Bennett because the opinion section featured an essay from Senator Tom Cotton who advocated President Trump utilize the Insurrection Act to send military troops to states where governors refused to call up the National Guard to quell violence and looting among the Floyd protests. And finally, a preview of the latest issue of the magazine!   Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/defund-the-police-and-the-new-york-times-caves/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

It's something when there is worse news than over 100K people dying of a virus and 40 million people filing for unemployment in the last several months. Add protests, both peaceful and violent to the mix resulting in millions of dollars in property damage, injuries, and death. The guys take a 50,000 view of the protests and also discuss what stands out the most and good, if any, will come of it. They also discuss news items that aren't getting covered due to the protests. In some good news, they discuss what they did over the weekend now that the economy is beginning to re-open in Northern Virginia, D.C., and Maryland. Finally, there's a preview of next week's magazine! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/america-in-turmoil/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

It was one thing when people argued over ventilators and lockdowns. But naturally, a culture war had to arise out of the coronavirus, and wearing masks is it. Who should wear them and when? Should the government mandate it and for how long? Also, is it right to shame people who choose not to wear one? Links to the stories Park mentions: The Fish Rots From The Head and The Herd Immunity Taboo Twitter decided to fact check two of President Trump's tweets and it did not go very well for them. That, of course, brought denunciation from Republicans and Trump supporters as well as calls to end the protections social media companies enjoy under the Section 230 provision of the Communications Decency Act. Finally, a little baseball talk and whether or not the owners and players will come to an agreement to play an 82-game season. Also, a preview of next week's magazine!     Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/mask-culture-wars-and-twitter-goes-fact-checker/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

There's no magazine for the Memorial Day weekend but the guys from Mag Men are still around. In this episode, the group discusses the sometimes absurd and makes-no-sense reopenings and how its confusing. There's also the criticism of keeping parks, tennis courts, soccer fields and hiking trails closed. Also up for discussion is Ben Smith's piece in the New York Times about Ronan Farrow and how resistance journalism gets a pass when the writers are misleading or get something wrong. There is also a short discussion about Obamagate and what it means and some talk of what everyone is doing to keep busy as well as top picks for the week! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/reopening-absurdities-and-ronan-farrow-under-the-lamp/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

Everyone is here and the guys have a long discussion about the Michael Flynn case and the dropping of charges by the Justice Department. It's a mess and even those critical of Trump and Flynn are not thrilled with how this played out, including the co-hosts. The Democrats want to see Trump's financial documents. Trump refused and now the Supreme Court will make the decision. Is it legitimate or nothing but a means to embarrass Trump? Also discussed, the latest relief bill, if one is needed and if it will happen. If Jerome Powell is to be believed, the answer is yes. Finally, there are the picks from this week's issue and a preview of next week! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/the-flynn-repercussions-scotus-and-more-stimulus/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

With all the news still going on about the coronavirus, the guys decided to discuss several issues that aren't directly related to the pandemic. First up is the contraceptive mandate in Obamacare. The Trump administration relaxed the rules for having to provide them for employees and appeals court stopped it. The Supreme Court took up the issue. Also, the Super PAC called The Lincoln Project released an ad called, "Mourning in America," a take on Ronald Reagan's famous reelection ad from 1984, except this one is a direct shot at President Trump, who didn't take it very well. The guys also discuss Josh Hawley's op-ed in the New York Times calling for the abolishment of the World Trade Organization. They finish off with top picks for the upcoming issues of the magazine. Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/political-happenings-outside-of-the-coronavirus/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

It's a coronavirus free episode! I mean, it's mentioned but only in the context of other discussions. Grant was MIA for this episode, it was just the Three Amigos. Joe Biden finally dealt directly with the sexual assault allegations made against him by Tara Reade. He appeared on Morning Joe and likely was not expecting such a tough interview. He didn't look good, but it also wasn't terrible and now the rest of the press can leave it alone. Also Justin Amash may run for president. What does that mean for Trump? For Biden? And it is it worth it? The guys also give their picks for the upcoming issue of the magazine! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/biden-assault-allegations-justin-amash-for-president/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

It's been several weeks and so much has changed. Instead of discussion continued lockdown, states are beginning to talk about getting people back to work. The guys discuss the pros and cons and what people will choose to do, outside of whatever permission they're getting from Governors and state legislatures. There's also a long discussion about the press and its treatment of the Tara Reade sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden and how it differs from the coverage of Brett Kavanaugh. They also discuss the state of their haircuts, what they're looking forward to doing when things get back to "normal," things they are playing, watching or reading, and finally, the top picks from the latest issue of the magazine. Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/re-opening-the-economy/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

With 10 million people filing unemployment claims in March, and 6.6 million of those in the final week of the month, the coronavirus's economic impact begin to rumble around the country. The guys discuss what can be done, what the political impacts for Trump and Biden will be and what's going to be the best way to get out of it and get the country back on track. With everyone in a state of quarantine, the group discusses what they're watching, listening to and what video games they're playing (if any) as well as how they're getting their sports fix. Finally, there is the editors picks as well as a preview of what is coming in next week's magazine! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/coronavirus-the-economic-impact/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

The coronavirus disruption continues and so the guys from Mag Men who were all home again, practicing social distancing, doing the show via Skype. As the episode was recording, Senate Democrats and Republicans agreed in principle to a $2 trillion coronavirus relief/stimulus package. The guys discuss if it will do any good and if there will need to be another down the road. There is also the question of whether or not the American people should get back to work sooner rather than later and deal with the risks instead of tanking the economy. Bernie Sanders said he will be at the next debate and Joe Biden is not doing all that well running his campaign from his living room. The guys also talk about what they all miss regarding everyday life as it was before working from home, and of course, there is the pick of the week from the latest issue of the magazine. Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/coronavirus-relief-bill-pandemic-economic-politics-and-the-2020-campaign/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

What people hoped was something that might not get all that bad -- got bad. The coronavirus has created a lot of disruption and that includes the guys from Mag Men who were all home, practicing social distancing, and recorded this episode via Skype. The guys talk more about the steps getting take to combat the virus, the stimulus package that is under debate and the ramifications it will have for business and industry as well as what will work best for people in the form of direct payments to help keep the economy afloat. They also discuss the 2020 Democratic primary which seems to be over except for a lady engaging in body positivity, singing. Barring anything out of the ordinary, it will be Biden vs. Trump. So who will Biden pick as a VP? Also, now that everyone is cooped up at home, what are they doing to pass the time once the workday is over? That and the top picks from the latest issue of the magazine! Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/coronavirus-gets-real-and-joe-biden-seems-invincible/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

The guys talk about Super Tuesday II and what it means for Bernie Sanders' campaign as well as the general election. We also get into a little of Biden's showdown with a voter in Michigan. The gang then goes on to discuss Coronavirus and how "the elites" at CPAC are fine with telling members of Congress and VIP's who came into contact with an attendee diagnosed with coronavirus but are leaving the plebs in the dark. Also, the politics of coronavirus and what it means for Trump's reelection bid and also the health of the economy overall. The guys finish up talking about the first album they'd make sure to take with them if going to a desert island. Finally, they offer up their top picks from the latest issue of the magazine. We are happy to report we fixed the sound issues as we got some new toys to record and it sounds so much better so we hope you continue to listen! (Grant is not feeling well and is not on this episode, though we can confirm he does not have coronavirus) Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/super-tuesday-ii-and-coronavirus-politics/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

Welcome to the debut episode of Mag Men, the Washington Examiner Magazine Editors podcast. The show features Executive Editor, Seth Mandel, Managing Editor Jay Caruso, Deputy Editor J. Grant Addison and Life & Arts Editor Park MacDougald. Please forgive us for some of the sound issues. We're in the process of making it sound a whole lot better. On today's episode, the group discusses the Super Tuesday results and what it means for both Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden. They also take a look at what could happen in the future and possible VP choices. They also talk about some conservatives' affinity for Sanders and whether that's just part of a plan to prop him up or genuine regard for his candidacy. Finally, the guys talk about the fun things they do outside of politics as well as their top picks for what people should read in the latest issue of the Washington Examiner magazine. Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/mag-men-super-tuesday-results-and-the-campaign-ahead/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

Coming soon: A weekly podcast from the editors of the Washington Examiner Magazine. Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/washington-examiner-magmen/washington-examiner-magazine-podcast-trailer/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to MagMen in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.