Historian and Author David Pietrusza talks with Matt Lewis about George Washington crossing the Delaware on Christmas Day in 1776, the Christmas Day Truce of 1914, and Winston Churchill's Christmas visit to Washington, DC, in 1941. Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ You...
Dec 21, 2024•35 min
In this classic 2015 interview, Matt interviews author Jonathan V. Last about 'The Christmas Virtues : A Treasury of Conservative Tales for the Holidays.' Additionally, JVL delves into his contrarian views about Star Wars. Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ YouTube: htt...
Dec 19, 2024•26 min
Veteran journalist and political commentator Chris Cillizza joins Matt Lewis to discuss ... -- The end of the cable news era -- Whether Pete Hegseth will be confirmed as Donald Trump's Secretary of Defense. Chris and Matt also discuss... -- Mitt Romney's legacy -- Drones over New Jersey -- ABC News' decision to settle a lawsuit with Trump -- How losing your job can cause you to struggle with a loss of identity -- Chris's NFL predictions -- And MUCH more! Check out Chris Cillizza's Substack newsl...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 10 min
In this classic episode, economist, professor, podcaster, and author Russ Roberts discusses his book, "How Adam Smith Can Change Your Life: An Unexpected Guide to Human Nature and Happiness." Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...
Dec 13, 2024•23 min
In this 2022 episode, Dr. Nicholas Kardaras talks about his book, "Digital Madness: How Social Media Is Driving Our Mental Health Crisis--and How to Restore Our Sanity." Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A...
Dec 09, 2024•37 min
Lance Morrow spent 40 years as an essayist and critic at Time magazine. During this classic podcast recorded in 2023, he talks about his latest book (which is, in part, a memoir), 'The Noise Of Typewriters: Remembering Journalism.' Morrow died last Friday.
Dec 03, 2024•41 min
On this classic episode, Matt talks with Andy Crouch about his 2017 book, "The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place."
Dec 02, 2024•45 min
On this classic episode, Matt talks with Daniel Pink about his book, "When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing."
Nov 29, 2024•48 min
Legal scholar Daniel S. Medwed talks about his book, 'Barred: Why the Innocent Can't Get Out of Prison.' (This conversation originally aired in 2022.) Get the book: https://www.amazon.com/Barred-Why-Innocent-Cant-Prison/dp/1541675916 Support us at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ YouTube: https://www.youtu...
Nov 25, 2024•55 min
I'm re-upping this 2022 conversation with Tyler Cowen about how to identify talent. Professor Cowen holds the Holbert L. Harris Chair of Economics at George Mason University and serves as chairman and general director of the Mercatus Center at George Mason University.
Nov 22, 2024•25 min
As part of Matt's effort to figure out what just happened, today's guest is Steve Krakauer, author of 'Uncovered: How the Media Got Cozy with Power, Abandoned Its Principles, and Lost the People.' During this conversation, Steve talks with Matt about the media's past mistakes, what the MSM can learn from the 2024 elections, and MUCH more! Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook...
Nov 18, 2024•41 min
Hanna Trudo is a senior political correspondent for The Hill, where she established a new area of coverage focused on the Democratic Party’s left wing. During this conversation, she talks with Matt about how Democrats can win again after Kamala Harris's devastating 2024 loss to Donald Trump. Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/ma...
Nov 15, 2024•52 min
Jamie Weinstein, a host of The Dispatch podcast, joins Matt to talk Trump vs. Liz Cheney, Tucker vs. the Demon, and Hugh Hewitt vs. The WaPost. Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A – Who is Matt Lewis? – Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians. ...
Nov 02, 2024•51 min
With just days to go until Election Day, Donald Trump's campaign is reeling from remarks made by a comedian, while Kamala Harris is trying to recover from remarks made by President Joe Biden. Doesn't anybody know how to play this game? Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/...
Oct 30, 2024•29 min
David Frum, staff writer from The Atlantic, stops by to discuss Donald Trump's MSG rally, including.... -- Is Tucker Carlson laying the groundwork to declare the election was stolen? -- Why JD Vance's "aw-shucks" routine is wearing thin -- Whether we can trust Speaker Mike Johnson not to try and overturn the 2024 election -- Whether an insult comic's joke about Puerto Rico could swing the election -- And MUCH more! Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis...
Oct 29, 2024•32 min
Matt explains why he thinks Donald Trump's McDonalds stunt provides him with yet another iconic photo that will appeal to a certain demographic. Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A – Who is Matt Lewis? – M...
Oct 21, 2024•19 min
Donald Trump keeps doubling down on his remarks referring to Democrats (including The Pelosis) as the “enemy from within.” Matt explains why his remarks really are disturbing and un-American. He also delves into Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's lame attempts to explain them, how Trump wasn't familiar with IVF, and the Colin Allred vs. Ted Cruz Senate race in Texas. Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Faceb...
Oct 17, 2024•19 min
Matt breaks down former president Barack Obama's speech in Pennsylvania, and explains why he's probably the best orator in politics today. Next, Matt explains why the video of Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer feeding someone Doritos angered some Catholic groups (and why memes like this are dangerous) . Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitt...
Oct 11, 2024•22 min
With just one month left before Election Day, friend of the pod Bruce Mehlman returns to give us a briefing on the state of the 2024 presidential race. Sign up for Bruce's Substack newsletter here: https://brucemehlman.substack.com/ Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/ Yo...
Oct 07, 2024•38 min
David Frum, staff writer for The Atlantic, returns to the podcast to discuss: -- Tonight's vice presidential debate -- Iran Launches Barrage of Missiles at Israel -- Whether turmoil in the Middle East, the dock workers strike, and Hurricane Helene will hurt Kamala Harris -- The political reordering where the sexual divide is more important than the ethnic divide -- And MUCH more! Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through...
Oct 01, 2024•39 min
On this week's The Wrong Stuff, Guy Denton and Matt Lewis discuss... -- Tucker Carlson hosts Roseanne Barr on his tour. Is he exploiting her, or endorsing her insane conspiracy theories? -- Has Kamala Harris lost her mojo? -- Can Tim Walz take down JD Vance during next week's vice presidential debate? -- And MUCH more! Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twi...
Sep 27, 2024•28 min
Bestselling historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist H. W. Brands talks with Matt about his new book, "America First: Roosevelt vs. Lindbergh in the Shadow of War." Aside from delving into the history, they also compare and contrast Charles Lindbergh's movement to Donald Trump's MAGA movement. Order 'America First' today! https://www.amazon.com/America-First-Roosevelt-Lindbergh-Shadow/dp/0385550413 Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis &...
Sep 24, 2024•29 min
On this episode, Matt discusses a breaking CNN report about North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson titled, "‘I’m a black NAZI!’: NC GOP nominee for governor made dozens of disturbing comments on porn forum." https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/19/politi... Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: / mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: / mattlewisdc Twitter: / mattklewis Instagram: / mattklewis YouTube: / @mattlewis – Who is Matt Lewis? – Matt K. Lewis is a political c...
Sep 19, 2024•13 min
The presidency used to be the highest calling, attracting the best and the brightest that America had to offer. What happened? Political strategist Joe Trippi joins Matt as the two interview David M. Rubenstein, cofounder and cochairman of The Carlyle Group, owner of the Baltimore Orioles, and author of the new book, 'The Highest Calling: Conversations on the American Presidency.' Order 'The Highest Calling': https://www.amazon.com/Highest-Calling-Conversations-American-Presidency/dp/1668067625 ...
Sep 17, 2024•25 min
"If I Have to Create Stories… That’s What I’m Going to Do," declared JD Vance on Sunday. In other words, in order to call attention to immigration problems, Vance believes the ends justify the means. On this episode, Matt examines the lack of evidence surrounding allegations that Haitian immigrants are eating cats, dogs, and geese, in Springfield, Ohio. He also talks to Rick Lee James, a hospital chaplain, musician, and long-time resident of Springfield, Ohio, to get a sense of the situation. Su...
Sep 16, 2024•21 min
On a special "solo" clips episode, Matt talks about... -- Conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer is suddenly in Trump's inner circle. What happened, and what does it all mean? -- Marjorie Taylor Greene is not happy -- Interviewer shows how to handle Stephen Miller -- What Jesse Watters misunderstands about politics -- How JD Vance and Ronald Reagan have completely different worldviews when it comes to immigration -- And MUCH more! Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...
Sep 13, 2024•21 min
Since the right-wing attack on Winston Churchill has been in the news, I wanted to revisit this 2019 conversation I had with historian Andrew Roberts about his book "Churchill: Walking with Destiny."
Sep 10, 2024•34 min
Christine Rosen, historian and Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, talks with Matt about her new book 'The Extinction of Experience: Being Human in a Disembodied World.' (W.W. Norton, September 10th) all about how technology is eroding our collective human experiences Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDC Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewis...
Sep 09, 2024•24 min
On today's pod, Matt welcomes Jamie Weinstein, host of the Monday edition of The Dispatch podcast, to discuss the presidential race. Is Kamala Harris a flip-flopper? Does it matter? And are we in the midst of a political realignment? Next, Matt talks with historian Tevi Troy about his new book, "The Power and the Money. Order Tevi's book here:https://www.amazon.com/Power-Money-Clashes-Commanders-Industry/dp/1684515408/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2U9AIYXVPRVV4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.W370FAesAf9eloszEKftPBBkWOL...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Friend of the pod Bill Scher checks in with Matt to discuss night three of the Democratic convention. Highlights include speeches by Tim Walz, Oprah Winfrey, and Bill Clinton. Next, Matt shares an excerpt from his wife, Erin DeLullo's new podcast 'The Poisoning.' The Poisoning Substack newsletter: https://thepoisoning.substack.comThe Poisoning YouTube page: https://www.YouTube.com/@thepoisoning Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewis Follow Matt Lewis &a...
Aug 22, 2024•23 min
