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Hosted by Matt Kittle and The Federalist’s team of fearless journalists, this is a podcast featuring engaging and in-depth conversations with reporters, scholars, authors, politicians, and thinkers of all stripes. Along with guest hosts Mollie Hemingway, David Harsanyi, and others, the show delivers smart and compelling dialogues on politics, culture, religion, and the news of the day. Support the show by subscribing, rating, and writing a review!Check out The Federalist's other coverage on our website. Follow The Federalist on X.
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Apr 3, 2026 • 44min
The Suffering And Victory Of Good Friday With Dr. Kenneth Calvert
Dr. Kenneth Calvert, a Hillsdale College history professor and Oxford program director, offers expertise on church history and Holy Week. He walks through Gospel perspectives on Jesus’ suffering. He connects Old Testament prophecy to the cross. He examines Judas, Barabbas, the Last Supper, the apostles’ witness, and why Good Friday matters for Christian life and church renewal.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 1h 12min
‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Mollie Hemingway and Chris Bray, Ep. 35: LIVE From The Federalist Forum
A live forum conversation tackles birthright citizenship and the Supreme Court docket. They dig into local journalism’s importance and how information ops shape political narratives. The panel debates California politics and the rise of James Talarico. They examine trans care controversies, fertility industry ethics, and concerns about medication abortion. Personal faith and a new book on Justice Alito also come up.
Apr 1, 2026 • 53min
’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 193: Birthright Citizenship
They dig into Kristi Noem’s husband scandal and its political fallout. They contrast cross-dressing, drag, and mental-health issues. They react to a recent Supreme Court ruling on therapists’ speech. They preview and debate birthright citizenship, originalist history, and how justices might rule. They touch on media culture, travel anecdotes, and a TV recommendation.
Mar 31, 2026 • 45min
The Money Behind The Left’s ‘No Kings’ Movement
Parker Thayer, investigative researcher at the Capital Research Center who tracks nonprofit funding and dark money, breaks down who bankrolls and organizes the No Kings demonstrations. He outlines the movement’s loose goals, the professional protest infrastructure behind it, how donor anonymity and megaphone philanthropy work, and why tactics may grow more theatrical heading into the midterms.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 45min
A Long-Awaited Free Speech Victory
John Vecchione, senior litigation counsel at the New Civil Liberties Alliance who led major First Amendment suits against government-driven social media censorship. He walks through the Missouri v. Biden consent decree, discovery revelations about government-platform contacts, and efforts to monitor and enforce limits on officials pressuring platforms. They also discuss depositions, reputational harms, and long-term implications for free speech litigation.
Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 16min
‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Evie Solheim, Ep. 34: How To Do It All Without #Girlbossing
Evie Solheim, freelance journalist, Christian mom, and director of the Chesterton Media Fellowship, chats about mentoring young writers and why long-form culture writing still matters. She talks Gen Z’s voice in journalism, faith and family rhythms, dating and matchmaking advice, thrifting and personal style, and practical approaches to parenting and media work.
Mar 25, 2026 • 1h 15min
’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 192: Russia Collusion Hoaxer Robert Mueller
They debate the political fallout from a DHS funding fight and airport chaos. They revisit Robert Mueller's investigation and its institutional consequences. They recount the Kermit Gosnell case and critique media coverage. They analyze U.S. aims and risks in the Iran conflict. They also skim recent films like Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man and Project Hail Mary.
Mar 24, 2026 • 50min
Does Election Day Mean Anything Anymore?
Jason Snead, Executive Director of the Honest Elections Project and election‑law advocate, discusses whether ballots must be received by Election Day and how 'cast' is defined. He traces the history of a uniform Election Day and explains how mail voting and late‑count rules grew after COVID. He explores real‑world consequences of extended counts and debates why clear deadlines matter.
Mar 20, 2026 • 48min
The Pro-Life Roadmap To Midterms Victory
Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America and longtime organizer, outlines the movement's midterm get-out-the-vote strategy. She discusses mail-order abortion drugs, federal vs state authority, targeted voter outreach methods, and plans to shape 2028 nominations. The conversation highlights candidate contrast, legislative backstops, and sustaining pro-life momentum.
Mar 19, 2026 • 1h
‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Dr. Carrie Gress, Ep. 33: Can You Really Be A Christian And A Feminist?
Dr. Carrie Gress, author and scholar on gender and culture, argues feminism conflicts with Christianity. She traces first-wave spiritual roots, calls feminism a shadow church, and discusses its impact on men, marriage, children, and women's roles. The conversation examines autonomy, cultural consequences, and practical steps to resist feminist thinking.
