Friendly Fire

Chris Rufo, investigative activist and writer known for exposing left-wing policies and California corruption. He discusses Wasteful California projects like a $114M wildlife overpass, plans to expose Medi-Cal and infrastructure fraud, and whether documenting failure can politically damage Gavin Newsom. The conversation also covers algorithm-driven media incentives, conspiracy content dangers, and rebuilding credible right-leaning reporting.

Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan are LIVE for a Friday afternoon edition of Friendly Fire, debating the Iran war and what everyone else seems to be missing. Then the conversation turns to 2028 speculation, as the guys discuss the early buzz around a potential Vance vs Rubio showdown. The show wraps with Hollywood’s biggest ego parade for an Oscars preview. - - - Today's Sponsor: Helix Sleep - Visit https://helixsleep.com/FriendlyFire for 27% off sitewide. DailyWire+ Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe 📲 Download the free Daily Wire app today on iPhone, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Samsung, and more. Go to https://DailyWire.com/Shop 📗 Michael Knowles’ book "Speechless: Controlling Words, Controlling Minds" is available here: https://dwplus.shop/Speechless 📘 Ben Shapiro’s book "Lions and Scavengers: The True Story of America (and Her Critics)" is available here: https://dwplus.shop/LionsandScavengers 📕 Andrew Klavan’s novel, "After That, The Dark" is available here: https://dwplus.shop/AfterThatTheDark 🍿 The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is now streaming exclusively on DailyWire+ https://dwplus.watch/ThePendragon 👕 This new Ben Shapiro t-shirt is sure to raise eyebrows: https://dwplus.shop/BenShapiroBrowsTShirt 🎁  You’ve seen it played on The Michael Knowles Show. Now play the YES-or-NO game at home! https://dwplus.shop/YesorNoGame 🕯️ Get your Michael Knowles candles: https://thecandleclub.com/collections/michael-knowles - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone else is gearing up for three hours of dramatic sighing and fake outrage. We’re throwing a party. Tonight is President Trump’s first official State of the Union of his second term, and we’re covering it the way it deserves to be covered: sharp, smart, and actually fun. Cabot Phillips kicks things off with our exclusive pre show, then when the speech ends Ben Shapiro, Andrew Klavan, and surprise guests light it up with a special Friendly Fire to break down what was said, what matters, and what happens next. It all starts at 7:45 PM Eastern at DailyWire.com and on the Daily Wire app on Roku, Samsung, Apple TV and more. Ep. 09 - - - Today's Sponsors: Wild Alaskan Company - Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/FRIENDLYFIRE KALSHI - Visit https://kalshi.com/friendlyfire to see live prediction markets and sign up today to trade on the outcomes that matter most to you. - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://dailywire.com/subscribe 🍿 The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is now streaming exclusively on DailyWire+               Watch now: https://dwplus.watch/ThePendragon               Subscribe here: https://pendragonseries.com - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s almost Valentine’s Day, but that’s not the smell of love in the air, it’s another week of the world losing its damn mind. Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan are back with Allie Beth Stuckey and Lynden Blake joining to help them understand what's happening in the world. From Bad Bunny’s halftime that required a DuoLingo subscription, trying to figure out who Clavicular is, where Nancy Guthrie is, and another horrific school tragedy that mainstream media refuses to report on honestly. Ep. 08 Check out Allie Beth Stuckey’s podcast, Relatable:  Youtube: https://youtube.com/@alliebethstuckey?si=CEzSeO4G3xSSKz85 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HUhXbF0dPutdhbnLnxRQZ?si=cde6b29e2f0d4127 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098 Buy your tickets for ‘Share the Arrows’ Christian Women’s Conference here: https://www.sharethearrows.com/ Allie will be monitoring the Texas Republican Attorney General Debate next Tuesday, 2/17. - - - Today's Sponsors: Helix Sleep - Visit https://helixsleep.com/friendlyfire for 27% off sitewide. Kalshi - Visit https://kalshi.com/friendlyfire to see live prediction markets and sign up today to trade on the outcomes that matter most to you. PreBorn! - Make a difference for generations to come. Donate securely online at https://preborn.com/fire or dial #250 keyword 'BABY' - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://dailywire.com/subscribe 🍿 The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is now streaming exclusively on DailyWire+               Watch now: https://dwplus.watch/ThePendragon               Subscribe here: https://pendragonseries.com 🍿 Real History with Matt Walsh available now, exclusively on DailyWire+!               Watch now: https://dwplus.watch/RealHistory               Subscribe here: https://dwplus.watch/RealHistorySubscribe - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is very unclear what is going on between Washington and Minnesota right now. A few days ago Tim Walz compared ICE officers to Nazis, then he turned around and worked with them, so naturally we brought in Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan to explain reality. Daily Wire reporter Jennie Taer joins to share what she saw on an ICE ride along in Minneapolis amid the protests, and the guys also get into all the Oscar movies you have not seen, and neither have we. Ep. 07 - - - Today's Sponsors: PolicyGenius - Head to https://policygenius.com/FIRE to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Kalshi - Visit https://kalshi.com/friendlyfire to see live prediction markets and sign up today to trade on the outcomes that matter most to you. - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe 🍿 The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is here. Episodes 1 & 2 are now streaming exclusively on DailyWire+         Episodes: https://dwplus.watch/ThePendragon Watch Jennie Taer's mini-doc following ICE agents in Minneapolis: https://dwplus.watch/MinneapolisICEMiniDoc 🍿 Real History with Matt Walsh available now, exclusively on DailyWire+!         Episodes: https://dwplus.watch/RealHistory         Subscribe here: https://dwplus.watch/RealHistorySubscribe 📙 Andrew Klavan’s NY Times best-selling non-fiction book, "The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness" has been nominated for an Edgar Award! Available for purchase here: https://dwplus.shop/KingdomofCain - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could Gavin Newsom be the next presidential contender? Ben Shapiro shares insight from his interview with Newsom, while a lively debate ensues about the Californian’s policies and media presence. The discussion turns to the allure of owning Greenland, weighing its strategic value and resources against international relations. As the hosts navigate topics like MAGA's impact on foreign policy and the legacy of slavery, the conversation remains both thought-provoking and entertaining.

Batya Ungar-Sargon, a journalist and commentator, brings sharp insights on immigration and American civic culture. She discusses how U.S. Muslim communities differ from those in Europe due to class and assimilation, highlighting the complexities of national identity. The conversation dives into critiques of campus anti-Zionism driven by elite leftists, the need for clear ideological distinctions to combat threats, and the dignity of the working class in the immigration debate. The crew also shares their highlights and lowlights from the year's films, adding a dash of humor.

The hosts dive into the troubling implications of a National Guard shooting, linking it to immigration policy failures. They engage in a heated debate over the merits of shutting down third-world immigration and discuss the challenges of cultural assimilation. The conversation shifts to the decline in restaurant quality, exploring how corporate practices impact dining experiences. Finally, they analyze the complexities of U.S. strikes on narco-terrorists and the controversial legalities surrounding them, alongside the tense political landscape in Venezuela.

The discussion kicks off with a heated debate on whether AI is a savior or a threat, with insights on job displacement and the potential for creativity decline. The panel raises concerns about the cultural and spiritual risks of AI while contemplating government regulation. Shifting gears, they tackle the rising cost of living, advocating for mobility and discussing policy prescriptions to enhance affordability. The episode ends on a high note with the premiere trailer of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin, adding an exciting flourish to the serious topics.

Friendly Fire returns for episode two with Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles, and Andrew Klavan with no script, no moderator, and absolutely no plan. Watch as four of the most trusted voices in conservative media debate, discuss, and disagree while the entire internet watches and comments in real time, plus a special appearance from our newest Daily Wire host, Matt Fradd. Join DailyWire+ TODAY for just $7/mo: https://getdwplus.com/dealofthedecade - - - Today's Sponsor: Shopify - Sign up for your $1-per-month trial and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/FIRE Dose - New customers can save 35% on your first month of subscription by going to https://dosedaily.co/FRIENDLYFIRE or entering FRIENDLYFIRE at checkout. PreBorn! - Donate today and help save babies from abortion at https://preborn.com/FIRE or dial #250 keyword 'BABY' Kalshi - Visit https://kalshi.com today! - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices