John Ellis

Matt Continetti, a conservative journalist and Wall Street Journal columnist, dives into the 2028 GOP landscape and the importance of figures like Dick Cheney. Ben Domenech tackles culture wars and explores who might be remembered in history. John Ellis discusses innovative tracking technology for monarchs and the risks in tech investments, while Eli Lake reflects on Zionism and recent protests, stressing its significance. Doug Lesmerises rounds it off with a preview of college football rivalries, making for an engaging roundup of politics, culture, and sports.

Ben Domenech, commentator on politics and culture. Matt Continetti, AEI policy expert and WSJ columnist. John Ellis, newsletter editor and market/geopolitics analyst. They debate rising risk with Iran, defense production shortfalls, market turmoil from AI and Bitcoin, media and prediction market pitfalls, and how political realignments tie to the opioid crisis.

John Ellis, founder and longtime political analyst with deep expertise in geopolitics and energy markets. Healyzes the military and economic dynamics around the war in Iran. Discusses cascading energy and supply-chain shocks, Iran’s maritime leverage and escalation risks, and how global rivals may benefit while Western alliances fray.

Ben Domenech, podcaster and columnist on politics and culture. Matt Continetti, WSJ columnist and AEI policy analyst. Eli Lake, national security reporter. John Ellis, newsletter founder and news analyst. They discuss South China Sea tensions, Iran and protest dynamics, AI automating research, U.S. strategic timelines, Supreme Court politics, Republican electoral needs, and media and sports coverage.

Matt Continetti, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, dives into the explosive protests in Iran and their implications for Cuba and Venezuela. Conservative commentator Ben Domenech critiques media neglect of Iran's unrest, while John Ellis highlights China's agricultural breakthroughs and Cuba's dire situation. Investigative journalist Eli Lake discusses potential military actions against Iran. Finally, Donald J. Trump shares insights on foreign policy, emphasizing connections with leaders like Marco Rubio and discussing defense strategies.

Ben Domenech, conservative commentator and podcast host, weighs in on GOP divisions and military funding. Matt Continetti, AEI senior fellow and columnist, analyzes U.S. and Israeli military moves and threats in the region. John Ellis, news editor and morning summary provider, explains the Haas plan, Strait of Hormuz risks, and political fallout. They debate strategy, resources, and geopolitical stakes in short, focused conversations.

Matt Continetti, a policy columnist and AEI fellow, and Ben Domenech, commentator and Daily Wire opinion editor, join Eli Lake, national security journalist, and John Ellis, news curator. They debate Iran’s military setbacks, targeting of mobile missile threats, and regional financial ties. Conversations also cover U.S. strategy, political implications at home, and shifts in media and opinion coverage.

Join John Ellis, a veteran journalist, Dr. Dale Bredesen, an authority on brain health, and Josh Holmes and John Ashbrook from the Ruthless podcast as they dissect the Democratic Party's internal turmoil over Biden's candidacy. They discuss concerns about Biden's cognitive health, the media's shifting stance, and potential challenges within the party. Bredesen delves into cognitive assessments, while the group debates the ramifications of Biden's health on national security and electoral prospects, all amid a backdrop of increasing pressures for transparency.

John Ellis, News Items founder and editor, on media trends and regional reactions. Eli Lake, investigative journalist, on Iran’s military limits and coordination with Israel. Ben Domenech, podcaster and commentator, on U.S. choices and regime coercion. Matt Continetti, AEI analyst, on deterrence, repression scale, and policy tradeoffs. They discuss risks, timing, and geopolitical fallout around possible strikes on Iran.

In this discussion, Matt Continetti, a senior scholar at AEI, dives deep into the complexities of Iran’s regime and its weakening grip on power. Ben Domenech explores the unprecedented protests and assesses the geopolitical implications connected to China. John Ellis raises concerns about tech competition and identity politics, linking them to shifting voter demographics. Eli Lake highlights the need for non-kinetic strategies towards Iran, while Doug LaMaurice offers insights into upcoming college football matchups, adding a fun sports twist to the conversation.