

The Chris Cuomo Project
Chris Cuomo
The Chris Cuomo Project is the official podcast of award-winning veteran broadcast journalist Chris Cuomo. Chris’ independent voice provides listeners with an up-close view of politics, global affairs, and American culture from a vantage point uniquely shaped by decades of insider experience.Every Tuesday, Chris presents his signature take on today’s pressing current events — and explores how these stories are being covered by all sides of the media — through in-depth interviews with newsmakers, tastemakers, and other influential figures.On Thursdays, Chris shares insights into subjects that deeply matter to him personally, and answers YouTube comments and listener phone calls.Free from the constraints of a traditional media organization, The Chris Cuomo Project is home to independents, free agents, and those who don’t fit nicely on one side or the other.Let’s get after it.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 37min
The Iran War Is a Trap
Chris Cuomo breaks down the Iran conflict as a political moment rather than just a foreign policy story, arguing that the current cease-fire and ongoing tensions reflect instability — not resolution.
He examines why Iran retains leverage despite recent developments, how the situation has evolved into a strategic stalemate, and why traditional arguments about the war are unlikely to move voters. Cuomo also critiques how both parties are responding, suggesting that the focus on the conflict itself is misplaced.
Instead, he outlines what he sees as the real opportunity: a shift back to domestic priorities like affordability, economic pressure, and rebuilding trust with voters who feel left behind. The question, he argues, is whether political leaders will recognize that opening — or continue to fight the wrong battle.
The Iran conflict isn’t just about foreign policy — it’s becoming a distraction from the issues voters actually care about at home, and a political opportunity that both parties may be missing.
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Apr 7, 2026 • 35min
Trump Is About to Make a Big Mistake on Iran
Chris Cuomo breaks down President Trump’s escalating threats to strike Iranian infrastructure if a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz isn’t reached — and why he argues that approach would hurt civilians far more than the regime.
He explains why bombing power plants, bridges, and critical systems is unlikely to trigger regime change, how the deadline strategy risks backfiring, and why the U.S. may already be stuck in a conflict with no clear exit.
Cuomo also argues that both parties are missing the political reality at home — that voters care more about affordability, stability, and domestic priorities than another prolonged conflict abroad.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 45min
The Real Meaning of Easter Has Nothing to Do With Religion
Chris Cuomo explores the real meaning of Easter, breaking down Holy Week, Passover, and the origins of religious tradition to argue that the core message has less to do with faith—and more to do with human behavior, forgiveness, and change.
He examines how Christianity borrowed from earlier traditions, why symbols like Easter and resurrection predate religion, and what lessons actually matter now. Cuomo argues that “rebirth and renewal” isn’t theological—it’s natural law—and applies to anyone, regardless of belief. He connects that idea to personal accountability, regret, forgiveness, and the ability to move forward after failure.
This episode moves away from politics and focuses on something more fundamental: how to deal with what you’ve done, what’s been done to you, and what comes next.
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Mar 31, 2026 • 51min
This Is Why Israel Won’t Back Down
Naftali Bennett (Former Prime Minister of Israel) joins Chris Cuomo to explain how Israel sees its war with Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas — and why he believes stopping now would be more dangerous than continuing.
Bennett argues that Iran’s nuclear ambitions and regional proxy network left Israel with no real alternative but to act early, before the threat becomes unavoidable. He explains the difference between how Israel and the United States view Iran, why deterrence may not be enough, and what a realistic outcome of this conflict could look like.
Cuomo presses Bennett on whether the strategy can actually succeed, what happens if the Iranian regime survives, and why Americans are increasingly skeptical of another prolonged conflict. Bennett also addresses criticism of Israel in the U.S., the role of American support, and his vision for Israel’s political future as a possible successor to Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Mar 29, 2026 • 52min
How Does This End in Iran
Chris Cuomo brings together key moments from this week’s Cuomo Mornings on SiriusXM, featuring conversations with Representative Ryan Zinke (R-MT) and former Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), along with calls from listeners reacting to America’s growing conflict with Iran.
Zinke argues the threat remains urgent, warning that Iran’s nuclear capability and stated intent make it dangerous to step back too soon. Cuomo presses whether continued involvement can realistically eliminate that threat—or if the U.S. risks getting pulled deeper into a conflict with no clear end. Manchin focuses on the endgame, arguing that any lasting solution depends on regional partners and that the U.S. cannot stay indefinitely or attempt to control Iran’s future.
Callers challenge the case for continued conflict, question how foreign policy connects to issues at home, and raise frustrations about government spending, political priorities, and accountability.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 35min
Why the Shutdown Isn’t Ending Anytime Soon
Chris Cuomo explains why the partial government shutdown is no longer a partisan stalemate but a political strategy — and why Trump now owns the outcome.
From a rejected deal to the role of the SAVE Act, Cuomo walks through how both sides are calculating advantage while the real-world impact builds, from strained systems like TSA to broader government breakdown. He also looks at what this moment says about how Washington operates when winning matters more than governing.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 36min
This Is How World War 3 Could Actually Start
Chris Cuomo breaks down why the current conflict with Iran could escalate far beyond what the White House is anticipating.
Cuomo argues that the real danger isn’t just the initial strike, but everything that follows — from Hezbollah re-engaging along Israel’s northern border to instability across the Middle East and the risk of global escalation. He lays out how choke points like the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt trade, why proxy groups matter more than ever, and how quickly this could expand beyond a regional conflict.
At the center of the analysis is a key question: what happens when a war is started without a clear plan for how it ends — or who gets pulled in next?
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Mar 19, 2026 • 49min
What Happens If Iran’s Regime Falls
Cameron Khansarinia, chief of staff to Reza Pahlavi and a leading Iranian opposition figure, discusses prospects for regime change in Iran. He outlines organizing and transition plans, timing and risks of uprisings, outreach to security forces, and regional consequences. He also explains why many Iranians reject theocratic rule and how the prince aims to lead a peaceful transition.

Mar 17, 2026 • 37min
What This War Looks Like on Israel’s Lebanon Border
Chris Cuomo travels to Israel’s border with Lebanon to show why the northern front may matter as much as anything happening inside Iran.From kibbutzim turned into fortified communities to schools outfitted with bulletproof glass, Cuomo documents how life has changed in northern Israel as Hezbollah attacks continue and the conflict expands beyond airstrikes and political messaging. He speaks with residents and local leaders about what it means to live within seconds of incoming fire, the fear of infiltration, and the reality of raising children in what has become an active war zone.Cuomo also explains why Lebanon is central to understanding where this war goes next. As Hezbollah escalates and the IDF deepens its campaign in southern Lebanon, the conflict is no longer just about Iran from above — it is also about what happens on the ground along Israel’s northern border, and how long that fight may last.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 39min
What the World Is Getting Wrong About the Iran War
Chris Cuomo reports from Israel as the war with Iran continues to escalate, offering a perspective that looks very different from the debate happening back in the United States.
Cuomo explains why Americans are viewing the conflict primarily through politics and media narratives, while people in the region see it as an existential fight playing out in real time. He breaks down the competing motivations behind the war — from security fears and regional power struggles to domestic political optics in Washington.
At the center of the debate is a question rarely asked in American coverage: who actually decides when this war ends? Cuomo examines the strategic calculations driving Israel, the messaging coming from the Trump administration, and how perception, politics, and power are shaping the conflict.
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