The Ben Shapiro Show

Mary Margaret Olohan, White House correspondent covering administration and press briefings. She discusses White House reactions to Iran tensions and the massive U.S. military buildup. She outlines shifts in immigration operations, DHS staffing, and Minneapolis ICE activity. She also recounts a tense pressroom exchange about accusations of racism and previews the First Lady’s Smithsonian donation.

Jason Riley, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and Wall Street Journal columnist, offers concise political analysis. They discuss Jesse Jackson's complex legacy. They debate media coverage of a Rhode Island shooter and controversies around Stephen Colbert and CBS. They critique celebrity memorials and Democratic Party dynamics.

Tim Scott, U.S. Senator from South Carolina known for conservative leadership and Senate work, joins to praise transatlantic statesmanship. He discusses Marco Rubio’s Munich speech, the case for reindustrializing and defending Western civilization, tensions over migration and alliances, and contrasts with progressive figures like AOC and broader Democratic divisions.

A rousing acceptance speech that champions optimism, individual liberty, and problem-solving. He warns against both leftist and reactionary calls for centralized power and explains how civic enervation can lead to dependence. The talk celebrates American resilience and urges a revival of bravery and the founderly spirit.

A late-night return packed with pop culture takes and sharp critiques. He dissects a controversial Super Bowl halftime performance and weighs in on the messy Epstein file revelations. Olympics scandals, odd viral stories, and scandalous rumors round out the wild ride.

Alex Honnold, professional rock climber famed for free soloing huge routes without ropes, talks about climbing Sentinel and Half Dome. He describes technique, fear management, and near-miss practice. The conversation examines the ethics of filming risky feats and whether breathtaking danger counts as greatness.

Lyndon Blake, investigative reporter for The Daily Wire who covered the Nancy Guthrie case, joins to provide updates on the kidnapping investigation and the tensions between local law enforcement and the FBI. She discusses recovered evidence, lab choices, and why the case has been slow to yield arrests. The conversation highlights friction and investigative challenges.

John Cornyn, Texas senator and Republican lawmaker, discusses legislative priorities and the 2026 map. Jason Furman, Harvard economist and former CEA chair, breaks down recent economic data and policy. They tackle homelessness policy and cold-weather deaths, media and identity issues around a Canadian school shooting, and deep dives on jobs, AI, tariffs, and Federal Reserve strategy.

Allie Beth Stuckey, conservative commentator and podcaster, joins to weigh in on culture. They spar over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime and conservative responses. The conversation probes internet fame, provocative influencers like “Clavicular,” and worries about identity, purpose, and family in today’s media landscape.

Lior Superior, a Manhattan Institute senior fellow on pediatric gender medicine, offers policy perspective on gender-affirming care and medical reversals. Lynden Blake, true crime podcaster behind Finding Nancy Guthrie, provides on-the-ground reporting about new tape and case developments. They also cover a Canada mass shooting tied to identity reporting and cartel drone activity over El Paso.