The Seth Leibsohn Show

Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about the Supreme Court’s impending arguments over the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and whether it conveys citizenship to children born in the country of illegal parents. They delve into the history of the 14th Amendment and its interpretation, highlighting the phrase "subject to the jurisdiction thereof." Hugh shares his expertise on the Civil Rights Act of 1866 and the original intent behind the amendment. The conversation provides a nuanced exploration of the complex issue of birthright citizenship and this case's potential implications for the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What gets covered in the media wrongly, and what never appears at all. The Supreme Court will hear arguments over the 14th Amendment and birthright citizenship debate. Seth also touches on the recent Supreme Court decision regarding conversion therapy for LGBTQ minors, where he shares his thoughts on the First Amendment implications and the potential consequences of government intervention in medical treatments. We're joined by John Dombroski, founder and president of Grand Canyon Planning Associates. A listener call-in on the future of American manned missions to space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Warren, co-host of Breaking Battlegrounds, heard every Saturday at 9 AM right here on 960 The Patriot, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about how Republicans and Democrats get their news, and what Democrats mean by “democracy.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Washington Post piece on Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The “No Kings” rally. Democrats are upset that President Trump is paying the TSA with an Executive Order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, head Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale, and the host of the Rabbi Allouche podcast, joins Seth for the full hour to talk about this week's Torah portion, known as Tzav, and to share insights on the importance of maintaining a nation's identity and values. He draws parallels between the Jewish people's journey and the United States, highlighting the need for a mission statement to stay united. Rabbi Allouche also explores the concept of sacrifice and consistency, citing the Torah's teachings on the importance of repetition and structure in spiritual growth. He discusses how consistency can lead to becoming the best version of oneself and how it's essential for individuals to fulfill their divine duties, even when they don't feel like it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Khalaf, Republican candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives from Legislative District 3, on the recent Tiger Woods car accident and the importance of community and accountability. George shares his thoughts on the breakdown of civic organizations and the need for people to be tethered to their communities. They delve into the concept of "big" and how it relates to society, discussing the importance of balance between efficiency and beauty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Harsanyi, senior writer at The Washington Examiner and co-host of the You’re Wrong podcast with Mollie Hemingway, on the state of American patriotism and the country's exceptionalism. They delve into the decline of patriotic views among young people and the impact of the education system on shaping American history. David shares his observations on the lack of pageantry surrounding the upcoming SemiQuincentennial celebration and the surprising lack of American flags in liberal neighborhoods. They also discuss the rise of anti-Americanism on both the Left and the Right, including the phenomenon of platforming conspiracy theories and the dangers of normalizing vile behavior. Also discussed is The White House’s failure to correctly define the “imminent threat” of Iranian nuclear proliferation at the onset of the Iran war and the conspiracy theories and misinformation that are spread through the world of Right Wing podcasting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth talks the intersection of ideology and terrorism, discussing the Muslim Brotherhood's growing influence in the West. He delves into experts' assertions that the West has yet to find a concrete response to the Brotherhood's ideological threat. The conversation also touches on the challenges of countering Islamist ideology, which is often fueled by Western values such as liberalism and freedom of speech. Additionally, Seth discusses the importance of civic knowledge and the need for a more informed citizenry. State Senate President and Republican candidate for Attorney General, Warren Petersen (LD14) calls-in on Governor Hobbs’ (D) decision to walk out of budget talks with the Arizona Legislature and his ongoing run for AG. We're joined by Johnny Estes, Vice President of Operations, and Shannon Estes, President of CMI Gold & Silver. Seth answers civic trivia questions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Morrissey, Managing Editor at Hot Air, and host of the Ed Morrissey Podcast, joins Seth to discuss the recent developments in the Iran war, including the impact on the country's leadership. Ed shares his insights on the differences between the current regime and previous ones, and they explore the implications of a potential regime change. They also touch on the topic of former Director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center Joe Kent's claims about the Charlie Kirk assassin's murder trial and the importance of fact-checking in the age of misinformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A grand jury has found social media giants Meta and YouTube liable on all counts in a landmark case that accused the tech companies of intentionally addicting a young woman and injuring her mental health. Seth discusses the consequences of social media addiction, referencing a recent court ruling that awarded millions to a plaintiff who claimed the platforms caused personal harm. He draws parallels with Neil Postman's book "Amusing Ourselves to Death," which predicted a society distracted by entertainment and pleasure. Actor Vince Vaughn said late-night talk shows are too “agenda-based” for people to watch. We're joined by John Dombroski, founder and president of Grand Canyon Planning Associates. Salem Phoenix General Manager Mark Durkin joins the show to discuss 960ThePatriot’s ongoing PreBorn! donation campaign and the possibility of an office hotdog roller machine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.