The Andrew Klavan Show

Clifton Duncan, actor, singer, writer and cultural commentator who was active on Broadway, discusses being blacklisted after speaking out and his crowdfunded one-man show about Thomas Sowell. He describes rebuilding a career, researching Sowell’s life and ideas, the challenges of dramatizing prolific work, and why conservatives often avoid creating alternative art.

A sharp take on the Middle East conflict and how information chaos shapes public judgment. A discussion of when war becomes a necessary evil and how leaders must make gut decisions. Analysis of Iran's regional ambitions and the strategic ties between the U.S. and Israel. Reflections on faith, moral reasoning, and the human cost of warfare.

A brisk ranking of crime TV classics and cult favorites. He highlights gritty thrillers, vintage private-eye shows, and standout detective performances. Expect takes on prestige dramas, stylistic series, and a few underrated gems. Quick, opinionated toss-ups about which shows hit S, A, B or C.

Brent Sadler, former Pentagon official and analyst on military options. Brian Hook, ex-Iran policy chief on regional geopolitics. Tim Rice, DC bureau chief on congressional reaction. Bill Hagerty, U.S. senator on political and war powers perspective. David Friedman, former ambassador to Israel on Israeli security. They discuss U.S.–Iran strikes, reported leadership deaths, military targets and coordination, regional fallout and congressional response.

Michael Doran, a Middle East security expert and Hudson Institute director, outlines how Iran’s leadership shapes regional dynamics. He discusses the Abraham Accords, Iran’s 2023 messaging, limits of protests, challenges of replacing the shah, and how removing Khamenei could reshape Tehran’s posture. He also covers Israeli capabilities, U.S. intelligence limits, and strategic calculations around escalation.

Satirical take on cultural change as a new generation inherits America. A breakdown of State of the Union visuals and theatrical moments that shaped public reaction. Debates over immigration, sanctuary cities, and who benefits from national decline. Media bias in Olympic coverage and contrasting treatments of patriotism. Reflections on the spiritual roots of Western values and a critique of prominent conservative figures.

A sharp, mocking take on manosphere influencers and their advice to young men. He skewers look-maxing tips, macho posturing, and anti-education claims. Conversation shifts to marriage, respect, and the dangers of misery-selling. The tone is witty, skeptical, and confrontational throughout.

George D. Montañez, Harvey Mudd CS professor who explains how large language models work. Stephen C. Meyer, scholar of origins and philosophy of mind. They probe AI vs human intelligence, limits of LLMs, meaning versus prediction, risks from model collapse and misuse, and who decides alignment. Short, sharp conversations about technical limits and real-world dangers.

Mary Margaret O'Han, a White House/Capitol reporter who filed on-site coverage from the chamber. She describes audience reactions, standing ovations, and key onstage moments. Short, vivid takes on who drew boos and applause. Reports on post-speech movement and the atmosphere as officials and honorees reacted in real time.

Satirical monologue kicks off a tour through national malaise, political shifts, and an improving economy framed as a soft landing. Cultural decay, media-driven identity confusion, and intimacy decline get sharp attention. Conversations link Western unity to Christian roots and explore cinematic examples of sacrificial love. The show ends with a call toward procreation, spiritual revival, and civilizational renewal.