The Ben Shapiro Show

A rapid-fire take on a Trump soundbite about priorities versus economic messaging. A breakdown of polls and why Democrats are not widening their lead. Coverage of regional strikes and shifting U.S. strategy toward Iran. A critique of Democratic messaging, celebrity political pressure, and cultural stories like Euphoria's OnlyFans subplot.

Sam Brownback, former U.S. senator, governor, and ambassador for international religious freedom, discusses China’s campaign against religion and human rights. He describes surveillance and Xinjiang camps. They also cover Chinese influence in universities and supply chains. Short, urgent takes on mobilizing faith communities and exposing global PRC operations.

Keith Sonderling, Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor, discusses recent strong private-sector job gains and workforce trends. He talks about how AI is reshaping training and employment. Short conversations cover economic sentiment, gas price effects, and policy steps to bring industry and jobs back to American workers.

Savvy, a producer and regular show collaborator, joins for a fast-paced celebrity guessing game. They volley rapid-fire clues and wild guesses. Conversations jump from athletes and actors to politicians, tech figures, influencers, and pop-culture standoffs. Humor, surprising reveals, and playful roasting keep the momentum lively.

Steve Hilton, political commentator and former advisor now running for California governor. He digs into California’s tax pain, energy policy, and why this race matters for the state’s future. Short, provocative takes on billionaires, migration of wealth, and the high stakes of the governor’s contest.

Barack Obama’s public comeback and political maneuvering take center stage. Debate over the Democratic Party’s direction and coalition-building with the New Left is explored. Contemporary foreign policy, Iran negotiations, and past administration decisions are discussed. Local California and LA politics, crime policy, and a contentious mayoral debate are also covered.

Mary Margaret Olohan, White House reporter with on-the-ground access, breaks down the administration's response to a major Ohio Medicaid fraud story. She outlines the fraud task force and investigative staffing. The conversation also touches on political fallout in Ohio and reactions to related raids and statewide races.

A deep dive into the emergence of a provocative political faction reshaping party dynamics. Discussion of electoral tactics aimed at remaking major parties and recent primary upsets. A look at California's gubernatorial debate and signs of a sharp leftward shift. Also explores the race to harness AI and how regulation could shape economic and technological futures.

Luke Rosiak, senior investigative reporter who uncovered alleged Ohio Medicaid billing schemes. Vivek Ramaswamy, entrepreneur and Ohio gubernatorial candidate focused on policy and governance. They discuss on-the-ground Medicaid fraud reporting and how to stop wasteful personal-services billing. Short takes also cover political incentives behind reimbursement and potential enforcement and policy fixes.

A deep-dive into a two-month probe that uncovers widespread Medicaid billing irregularities in Ohio. A look at empty offices, shell companies, and odd registration patterns suggesting systemic abuse. Coverage of Spirit Airlines’ collapse and debates over antitrust and market policy. A critique of Tucker Carlson’s recent New York Times interview and its anti-market rhetoric.