

The Josh Hammer Show
The Josh Hammer Show
Politics, law, and culture collide as Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer charts a path forward for American conservatism and exposes the woke Left. A voice for the New Right, Hammer delivers blistering commentary and weekly interviews with today's top conservative thinkers.
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Apr 13, 2026 • 42min
War With Iran Escalates & Dem Hypocrisy
Mark Davis fills in for Josh and tackles a packed news cycle. He breaks down the latest ceasefire developments with Iran, the sudden collapse of Eric Swalwell’s run for California governor, and the reaction from Democrats turning on one of their own. Mark also weighs in on comments from the pope and what the return of Artemis signals for the next chapter of space exploration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 10, 2026 • 42min
Will the Iran Ceasefire Hold?
On today’s show, Josh breaks down the ceasefire deal announced earlier this week and where things stand now. He explains how Iran appears to be falling short of its commitments and what that could mean for the prospects of a longer-term peace agreement. Josh is then joined by "Breaking History" podcast host Eli Lake to help make sense of the latest developments in Iran and what they could signal moving forward. Later in the show, Josh reacts to comments from the head of NATO that seem to echo the president’s criticism that NATO allies are not pulling their weight. Josh also discusses the Dignity Act, recently introduced on Capitol Hill, which would grant amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants, and explains why he believes the MAGA base will strongly oppose it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9, 2026 • 42min
What Makes America Great?
In this episode, Josh Hammer explores the deep historical and philosophical roots of American identity, connecting the Passover story of Exodus to the founding principles of the United States. He explains how the Bible, the European Enlightenment, and Protestantism helped shape American democracy, sovereignty, and the nation’s constitutional foundations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 8, 2026 • 42min
Is Justice Finally Coming?
On today’s show, Josh takes a deep dive into the major legal battles shaping the country. He explains what the Founding Fathers intended with our system of three branches of government before being joined by Article III Project Founder and President Mike Davis. The two discuss the birthright citizenship case now before the Supreme Court and Davis reacts to the news that Attorney General Pam Bondi was removed from her position last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 7, 2026 • 42min
Memo to Morons: Take Trump Seriously Not Literally
On Tuesday’s show, Josh explains how the Left once again fell hook, line, and sinker for Trump after reacting to a social media post earlier in the day. Josh argues this is exactly why Trump continues to resonate with everyday Americans while his critics keep missing the point. He also breaks down why NATO should take the president’s remarks at Monday’s press conference very seriously. Later, Josh looks at why Democrats may not be in the strong position many assumed heading into the 2028 midterms. He wraps up by discussing the vice president’s trip to Hungary and why the VP has a Tucker Carlson problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2026 • 42min
'No Man Left Behind’ Means No Man Left Behind
Josh opens the show by discussing the heroic rescue operation over the weekend involving soldiers in Iran. He breaks down the high-level strategy that made the mission possible and the “next-level chess” that went into bringing the service members home safely. Josh also examines the reaction from the Left to the ongoing war, highlighting some of the more outrageous comments that have surfaced. He then addresses the misinformation being spread about Donald Trump before turning to the breaking news of Attorney General Pam Bondi being fired, what led to the decision, and what it could mean moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 3, 2026 • 43min
The Very Stupid International Law Assault Against Israel
On this Good Friday edition of the show, Josh reflects on the significance of Passover falling during the same week as Good Friday and Easter, and the meaning behind both religious observances. He’s joined by Judge Roy Altman to discuss his new book, Israel on Trial. They discuss separating truth from propaganda and what international law actually says about claims of occupation, apartheid, and genocide. Judge Altman also explains why now is the right time for a book like this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 2, 2026 • 42min
The Origins of the Red-Green Alliance to Destroy the West
Josh takes a deep dive into the historical roots of Left-wing political violence, tracing the ideology and movements back to the late 1700s and highlighting some of the violent episodes that shaped modern political extremism. Later, Josh is joined by author Jamie Glazov to discuss his new book United in Hate and the ideological forces driving today’s political Left. The two examine why authoritarian impulses often emerge within Leftist movements and how those ideas collide with principles like human rights, liberty, and democratic governance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 1, 2026 • 42min
Donald Trump Is Emphatically Correct About Birthright Citizenship
On today’s show, Josh discusses President Trump becoming the first president in history to sit in on Supreme Court oral arguments, as the Court hears the case surrounding Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. Josh breaks down the legal arguments and explains why he believes the outcome could ultimately hinge on one or two of the Court’s conservative justices. Josh also examines the latest developments involving Iran, outlining what he believes could be the next step in the conflict and why he thinks military action may once again be on the horizon. Finally, Josh weighs in on the ongoing debate surrounding NATO, discussing why critics argue the alliance has become increasingly ineffective and whether the United States could eventually reconsider its role in the organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 31, 2026 • 43min
Charlie Kirk Conspiracy Idiocy and Free Speech Wins Again at SCOTUS
On today’s show, Josh opens by discussing how Tyler Robinson’s defense team is attempting to sow doubt in the case—and how the usual bad actors on the Right are seizing on that effort to fuel conspiracy theories. Josh then turns to the Supreme Court, where free speech once again prevailed and the state of Colorado once again came up short in a major ruling. Later, Josh breaks down the latest developments involving Iran and reacts to comments from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth about the current situation. And finally, Josh reflects on the rise and fall of Tiger Woods, and what we can all learn from the lessons surrounding his most recent DUI. Charlie Kirk Conspiracy Idiocy and Free Speech Wins Again at SCOTUS. Todays show is sponsored by IFCJ and Angel Studios.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


