Seth Mandel

Charles Hilu, reporter who investigated international surrogacy and reproductive tourism. Justin Giboney, attorney and civic leader focused on political strategy and Christian civic engagement. Seth Mandel, senior editor versed in Israeli politics and Temple Mount issues. They discuss unregulated cross‑border surrogacy, midterm political dynamics and civic formation, and recent rule changes around prayer access on the Temple Mount.

Matthew Continetti, a Washington Commentary columnist, and Seth Mandel, senior editor at Commentary Magazine, dive deep into a concerning House report alleging that Joe Biden's aides, rather than Biden himself, were running the presidency. They discuss testimonies about Biden’s cognitive challenges and the implications of undocumented pardons issued through lax procedures. The conversation also critiques how media framing misrepresents ceasefire violations, particularly between Israel and Hamas, while offering cultural recommendations like 'The Feeling of Iron'.

Eliana Johnson, a journalist with deep insights into national politics, joins Seth Mandel, a senior editor at Commentary Magazine, to discuss Trump's immigration policies and their impact on his approval ratings. They highlight how Trump's once-strong stance on immigration is now a liability, particularly amid poor economic sentiment. Eliana sheds light on local dynamics in Minneapolis, while the panel critiques the disconnection between Trump’s confrontational style and voter preferences, arguing that economic issues are paramount in shaping public opinion.

Seth Mandel, columnist on Jewish and cultural affairs, and Chris Stirewalt, former Fox News political editor and media analyst, debate media bias and partisan incentives. They discuss negative war coverage, why pessimistic predictions spread, partisan nastiness blocking popular policies, controversies around public figures and pro-Palestine claims, and the modern relevance of The Oppermanns.

Sen. Dan Sullivan, Alaska lawmaker focused on defense readiness. Seth Mandel, political commentator tracking public opinion. Jim Talent, former senator on strategic deterrence. Behnam Ben Taleblu and Jonathan Schanzer, analysts on Iranian missile capabilities. Jim Geraghty, political writer on military and politics. They discuss missile strikes, launcher losses, munitions resupply, regional escalation, and DHS leadership and readiness.

Eliana Johnson, editor and media commentator, and Seth Mandel, senior editor and political analyst, explore shifting media economics and television’s struggle to adapt to digital habits. They debate bold programming experiments, talent moves, and whether legacy TV can pivot. They also discuss the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East and the prospects and practicalities of action toward Iran.

Seth Mandel, senior editor offering sharp takes on campaign dynamics. Christine Rosen, social commentary columnist weighing in on Texas primaries and the Iran conflict. They walk through Texas primary drama, Cornyn vs. Paxton runoff, vote-splitting and Trump endorsements. They also break down Iran’s missile and drone strikes and how asymmetric warfare shapes U.S. political reactions.

Seth Mandel, commentary writer on allied cooperation and basing. Vic Matus, Washington Free Beacon commentator on regional and cultural beats. Daniel Runde, CSIS advisor on post-conflict stabilization. Jim Talent, former senator on strategy and legal authority. Tom Cotton, senator on deterring Iran. Chip Roy, Texas congressman and AG candidate. They debate timelines, deterrence, basing, coalition dynamics, and post-strike rebuilding.

Michael Knowles, a conservative commentator, joins former National Security Council chief Alex Gray, senior editor Seth Mandel, and Senator Shelley Moore Capito to delve into U.S. foreign policy and recent actions in the Middle East. They analyze Trump's realist strategy, the strategic significance of Greenland, and the implications of U.S. carrier movements towards Iran. The discussion touches on Iran's protests, military readiness, and the intricacies of appropriations in defense spending, highlighting how these factors shape America's global standing.

Join Charles C.W. Cooke, a Senior writer at National Review, along with Michael Brendan Dougherty, who also writes for National Review, as they delve into the critical stakes of the upcoming GOP debate and the implications of Trump's trials. They analyze the political landscape and the influence of anti-Semitism on college campuses with insights from Josh Hammer of Newsweek and Seth Mandel from Commentary. Topics include the hypocrisy of university responses to anti-Semitism, and the contrasting progressive silence on Hamas atrocities. It's a thought-provoking discussion you won't want to miss!