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The Josh Hammer Show

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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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Episodes

What the Hell Is Elon Musk Doing?

Josh Hammer tears apart Elon Musk's absurd new decision to launch a new third-party, the "America Party." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 09, 202520 min

HELL NO to Amnesty, Mr. President

Josh Hammer dwells on this weekend's horrific flash flood tragedy in Texas before eviscerating the trial balloon now making the political rounds about a possible amnesty coming for some illegal aliens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 08, 202520 min

Independence, Integrity, and Trump’s Legislative Victory

On this jam-packed episode, Josh breaks down President Trump’s major legislative win with the passing of the Big, Beautiful Bill. While the bill isn’t perfect, Josh explains why it’s still a clear victory for the American people. He also calls out how the Democratic Party has shifted on issues like work requirements for welfare—and what that reveals about their changing priorities. Plus, Josh reflects on the 4th of July, what the holiday meant to him this year, and why the principles behind it a...

Jul 07, 202540 min

Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill—and the Cowards Holding It Back

Josh comes in hot this episode, exposing the real divide between conservatives and liberals over Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill.” He torches the so-called deficit hawks for dragging their feet and playing defense while Trump is out front making moves. With momentum on Trump’s side, Josh explains why now is the time to act—and he doesn’t hold back on what’s great and what’s not good in the bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

Jul 03, 202519 min

Nationalism Reclaimed: Yoram Hazony on Trump, War, & Sovereignty

Yoram Hazony returns to the show for a powerful conversation on the renewed fight for national sovereignty. As chairman of the Edmund Burke Foundation and a driving force behind the National Conservatism movement, Hazony joins Josh to unpack the newly released second edition of his bestselling book, The Virtue of Nationalism. They dive deep into the real meaning of the Trump Doctrine, challenge the tired neocon vs. isolationist debate, and offer sharp insight into the recent Israel-Iran War. Thi...

Jul 02, 202530 min

Peace Through Power: The Real Trump Doctrine

Today on the show, Josh breaks down the bigger picture when it comes to President Trump's bold foreign policy vision. He calls out the opportunists trying to take credit for Trump’s precise military strikes and his success in avoiding new wars. Josh also reacts to Trump's latest comments on the growing momentum behind the Abraham Accords and what it means for the future of peace in the Middle East. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

Jul 01, 202525 min

From War Zones to Courtrooms: A Week That Changed Everything

On this week’s show, Josh shares his harrowing experience in Israel as Iran launched daily attacks. From sprinting to bomb shelters in under 90 seconds at all hours, to the emotional journey back home, Josh recounts it all. He also weighs in on President Trump’s targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities — and why he believes it was exactly the right move. Plus, Josh breaks down last week’s Supreme Court victory and the broader implications of its ruling on birthright citizenship and nationw...

Jun 30, 202540 min

Middle East Evacuation: Patriotism in Action with Florida State Senator Jay Collins

On this episode, Josh sits down with Florida state senator and former U.S. Army Green Beret, Jay Collins, to discuss his volunteer work with Grey Bull Rescue—a group that has been leading daring rescue missions of American citizens from Israel back to the U.S. Collins shares the mission behind the operation, the lives they've saved from war zones, and the intense logistics involved in getting people out of danger. Drawing on his military experience, Collins explains how his service continues to ...

Jun 26, 202529 min

Leadership Reloaded: Trump Takes the Fight to Iran

Josh pulls no punches as he breaks down President Trump’s strike on Iran — a long-overdue response to a regime hellbent on nukes and terror. He exposes the lies being pushed about Israel “starting” the conflict and calls out the critics who warned of chaos if America got involved. Spoiler: they were dead wrong. This is the truth about Iran, the strike, and what real leadership looks like on the world stage. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Jun 25, 202538 min

Iran Attacks: Josh Hammer’s Firsthand Account

On this special episode, Josh Hammer shares his powerful firsthand account of being in Israel as Iran launched its unprecedented attack. From hours spent in a bomb shelter to the emotional decision to evacuate for the safety of his family, Josh walks listeners through the intense moments that led to his return to the U.S. He recounts the chaotic journey back to Tampa — the fear, the uncertainty, and the resilience it took to get home. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Jun 24, 202538 min

Unplugged: Raising Healthier Kids in a Digital World

This week, Josh sits down with Clare Morell, author of The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones. Clare lays out a bold roadmap for parents ready to break the grip of digital addiction. From setting screen time boundaries to exposing the hidden harms of social media, they tackle how tech is impacting kids — mentally, socially, and even physically — and what you can do about it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Jun 23, 202540 min

Brian Mast Breaks It Down: How Trump Can Reclaim America’s Power

Florida Republican firebrand Rep. Brian Mast joins Josh to lay it all out — the top threats putting America on the edge: Iran, China, and a world that no longer fears us. After four years of Biden's blunders, they talk what it’ll take for Trump to bring the hammer down and put America back on top. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 16, 202539 min

The Israel-Iran War of 2025

Josh Hammer, recording from an Israeli bomb shelter, updates us on the opening salvos of the Israel-Iran War of 2025—and what it means for the United States. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 13, 202535 min

A Houthi Missile at Tel Aviv and Trumpian Law and Order Back Home

Josh Hammer recounts his harrowing experience seeking shelter in Israel from a Houthi-fired ballistic missile with his wife and daughter. Josh also weighs in on the Los Angeles riot debate back home in the U.S. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 11, 202524 min

Trump-Musk: The Most Predictable Break-Up in Human History

Josh Hammer unpacks the unfolding high-profile break-up of Donald Trump and one-time top ally Elon Musk, unloads on Tucker Carlson for pushing more Russian propaganda-style insanity on Iran, stresses the importance of Trump's immigration agenda and the immigration issue in general, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 09, 202540 min

Keeping the Free State of Florida Free (Feat. James Uthmeier)

Josh Hammer is joined by James Uthmeier, the 39th attorney general of the State of Florida, for a wide-ranging conversation about immigration enforcement, parental rights, fighting the culture war, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 05, 202531 min

Musk’s Retreat, the Language War, and the Great Iran Debate

Josh Hammer discusses the path forward for fiscal sanity after Elon Musk and DOGE, explains the critical importance of using precise language in our political battles, and unpacks the roiling debate over what to do about the Iranian threat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 02, 202540 min

Reject Santa Ono for University of Florida President

Josh Hammer explains why the state of Florida must remain the "place where woke goes to die" and reject the bid of leftist Santa Ono to run the Sunshine State's flagship public university. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 28, 202519 min

Diplomats Murdered: The Rising Tide of Left-Wing Violence

Josh Hammer sounds off on last week's horrific double-murder of Israeli embassy diplomats and the escalating threat of left-wing political violence, weighs in on President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," excoriates the utter absurdity of the Biden cover-up scandal, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 26, 202541 min

The Absolutely Insane Joe Biden Cancer Cover-Up

Josh Hammer sounds off on the bombshell news of former President Joe Biden's advanced prostate cancer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 20, 202516 min

Donald of Arabia, Judicial Insurrection, and the Big Biden Cover-Up

Josh Hammer dishes out his take on President Trump's big Middle East trip, explains why SCOTUS must finally end "nationwide" injunctions once and for all, blasts the Democrat-Media Complex for its years-long Biden health cover-up, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 19, 202540 min

There Is No ‘Genocide’ in Gaza, You Morons (Feat. Thane Rosenbaum)

Thane Rosenbaum, a veteran law professor and Middle East geopolitical analyst, joins Josh to discuss his new book, Beyond Proportionality: Israel’s Just War in Gaza . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 15, 202535 min

Leftists Lose Their Mind Over White Refugees Coming to America

Josh Hammer explains the controversy over the first group of Afrikaner refugees from South Africa to arrive on American soil. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 14, 202523 min

Mutually Assured Law Enforcement Destruction

Josh Hammer explains why "mutually assured destruction" is needed to end our escalating politicized law enforcement wars, excoriates the latest ridiculous comments from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, and assesses the new American-born pope and the prospects for a trade deal with China and nuclear deal with Iran. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 12, 202541 min

Anti-Boycott Legislation Has NOTHING To Do With Free Speech

Josh Hammer analyzes another of this week's hot-button legal/political issues, the fate of the Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.)-introduced IGO Anti-Boycott Act. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 07, 202526 min

Kristen Welker Gaslights the American People on Illegal Alien Due Process

Josh Hammer explains why NBC News' Kristen Welker is dead-wrong on the issue of constitutional due process rights for the removal of illegal aliens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 06, 202522 min

What Will Trump’s NEXT 100 Days Look Like?

Josh Hammer analyzes last week's big foreign policy/national security personnel shuffle, unpacks the latest big religion case argued at SCOTUS, previews the next 100 days of the Trump presidency, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 05, 202540 min

The Mike Waltz Shuffle and the Ongoing Iran Nuclear Debate

Josh Hammer breaks down Thursday's high-profile presidential personnel shuffle, which affected both (now-former) National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 02, 202522 min
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