The Hugh Hewitt Show: Highly Concentrated
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Former VP Pence and former Governor Christie respond to former President Trump
September 09, 2023 18:25 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBOriginally aired September 7th, 2023. Staying in GOP Switzerland, Hugh hosted former VP Pence and former NJ Gov Christie on the radio program today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Ron Johnson unloads on Hunter Biden scandal
September 08, 2023 21:46 - 12 minutes - 5.74 MBHugh talks with Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson on the ongoing investigation into Hunter Biden, the manifest infirmity of President Biden, and “old Twitter’s” censorship of him during COVID. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former President Trump talks at length about the four prosecutions he faces and his 2024 campaign
September 06, 2023 14:53 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBIn an hour-long interview that ranged from the motives of prosecutors and whether he would take a deal to leave the race in exchange for the dropping of all charges, to the stability of Xi Jinping in office, the former president vows to win again and then "seek the truth" about all the charges against him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Senate returns from recess
September 06, 2023 08:36 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBHugh covers the 2nd slowest news day of the year behind the 4th of July and talks with David Drucker, Byron York, Adm. James Stavridis (USN, Ret.), Bret Baier, and Sen. Tom Cotton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Most Important Pod That Parents Will Ever Hear
August 31, 2023 15:24 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBJonathan Haidt joined Hugh to discuss cell phones and young folks and why, absolutely, schools should BAN cell phones from campuses. Yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chairman Mike Gallagher (House Select Committee on China) and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin
August 30, 2023 15:16 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBChairman Mike Gallagher of the House Select Committee on China on American investment banks selling the ChiComs the rope and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin on SecureYourVoteVirginia.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rep. Ro Khanna joins Hugh to discuss ... Well, everything!
August 29, 2023 14:03 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MBRep. Ro Khanna (D, CA-17) joined me this morning for a wide-ranging discussion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ambassador Nikki Haley on the Murders in Jacksonville and the American “Strategic Deficit”
August 28, 2023 14:15 - 49 minutes - 22.7 MBFormer U.N. Ambassador and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley joined me this AM, as did Sen. Tom Cotton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chairman Gallagher on What Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum Should Ask The GOP Candidates About Xi and CCP
August 22, 2023 14:35 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBHugh spent most of an hour talking with Chairman Gallagher of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party about what the GOP candidates should be asked about Xi and the CCP Wednesday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tristan Harris, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Center for Humane Technology
August 19, 2023 13:48 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Silicon Valley Entrepreneur, GOP Funder and Activist David Sacks
August 17, 2023 09:39 - 1 hour - 29.5 MBDavid Sacks helped launch Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign on Twitter (now "X") and is a funder/activist of rapidly increasing influence. He's also a harsh critic of the U.S. aid to Ukraine. He joined me for a long conversation that ranged far and wide on national security issues. The transcript is available at HughHewitt.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jerry Dunleavy and James Hasson on their book "Kabul"
August 17, 2023 00:55 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBHugh talks with Jerry Dunleavy and James Hasson about their book "Kabul" – available where book are sold and online at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Kabul-Untold-Bidens-American-Warriors/dp/1546005307 Also on today's podcast: Jim Geraghty and Sen. Tom Cotton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jerry Dunleavy and James Harrison on their book "Kabul"
August 17, 2023 00:55 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBHugh talks with Jerry Dunleavy and James Hasson about their book "Kabul" – available where book are sold and online at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Kabul-Untold-Bidens-American-Warriors/dp/1546005307 Also on today's podcast: Jim Geraghty and Sen. Tom Cotton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Fourth Round of Trump Indictments: Senator Kennedy, Bret Baier, Byron York and David Drucker weigh in
August 15, 2023 21:28 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBThe fourth round of indictments of Donald Trump landed Monday night and reactions piled up online. Hugh discusses with Senate Judiciary Committee member John Kennedy, Fox News Bret Baier, Washington Examiner’s Byron York, and The Dispatch’s David Drucker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vivek Ramaswamy talks national security, China, and Russia with Hugh
August 14, 2023 20:42 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBHugh talks with Vivek Ramaswamy, 2024 GOP Presidential candidate, and Michael Shear of The New York Times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Christie on 2024, Gov. Kim Reynolds on her endorsement, and WSJ's David Rivkin
August 10, 2023 21:03 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBHugh covers the news and talks with Chris Christie, Gov. Kim Reynolds, Sen. Tom Cotton, and David Rivkin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gov. Burgum, Sen. Ricketts, and Adm. Stavridis on Sen. Tuberville's unacceptable hold on military promotions
August 09, 2023 22:10 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBNorth Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts, and Admiral James Stavridis (USN, Ret) all discuss Senator Tuberville’s hold on military promotions with Hugh on today’s show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nikki Haley calls for trial of former President Trump to be moved out of D.C.
August 08, 2023 16:39 - 45 minutes - 21 MBNikki Haley calls for trial of former President Trump to be moved out of D.C. and blasts Tommy Tuberville's boycott of 300+ promotions in the military of career officers. Plus, Aaron Baer on the need to vote Yes on Measure 1 in Ohio today, David Drucker, and Byron York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hugh & Christopher Rufo on "America's Cultural Revolution" | Part 2
August 07, 2023 22:49 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBHugh plays the unaired 2nd hour of his conversation from last Thursday with "America's Cultural Revolution" author Christopher Rufo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trump pleads not guilty at arraignment for 2020 election indictment
August 04, 2023 16:17 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBDuane Patterson, producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show and TownHall.com VIP columnist, fills in for Hugh today, covering the news of the morning and talking with Sonny Bunch, co-host of the Bulwark Goes to Hollywood and Across the Movie Aisle podcasts, and Sarah Bedford, Washington Examiner political and investigative reporter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The New Trump Indictment Is an Assault on American Democracy
August 03, 2023 20:55 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBHugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Mary Kissel, Aaron Baer, and Dr. Michael Oren. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Special Counsel Jack Smith indicts Trump in D.C.
August 02, 2023 13:46 - 1 hour - 29.7 MBHugh covers the latest indictment of former President Trump by Special Counsel Jack Smith in D.C. and talks with Mary Katharine Ham and Jim Geraghty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Collector" with Daniel Silva and Col. Kurt Schlichter talks with Rep. Jim Banks & Byron York
August 01, 2023 18:16 - 55 minutes - 25.5 MBHugh replays his recent conversation with novelist Daniel Silva, author of the new novel, "The Collector." Col. Kurt Schlichter guest hosts today as Hugh recovers from last week's travel debacle. Rep. Jim Banks and Byron York joined Kurt to discuss the latest with the Biden family business story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aaron MacLean & Rep. Mike Gallagher on their Foreign Affairs article
July 31, 2023 20:56 - 1 hour - 30.8 MBAaron MacLean, a fellow at The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), and Rep. Mike Gallagher, Chairman of the Select Committee on China join Hugh today to discuss their article in Foreign Affairs titled "Why America Forgets–and China Remembers–the Korean War." Also on today's program: NH Governor Sununu and Morgan Ortagus of Polaris National Security. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LIVE from the ALEC 50th Annual Meeting | Day 2
July 28, 2023 23:20 - 58 minutes - 26.6 MBHugh broadcasts from the 50th annual American Legislative Exchange Council gathering in Orlando. Talking today with: Danny Perez, ALEC’s National Chair. Jonathan Williams, ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy. Lee Schalk, ALEC Vice President of Policy. Mike Webert, VA House Whip. TJ Shope, Arizona Senate President pro tempore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LIVE from the ALEC 50th Annual Meeting | Day 1
July 27, 2023 23:55 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBDuane fills in for Hugh who is stuck at the Newark Airport. He is joined by Lee Habeeb, Salem Media Group VP for Content, as they broadcast from the 50th annual American Legislative Exchange Council gathering in Orlando. Today's guests: Florida State Rep. Danny Perez, ALEC National Chairman. Lisa Nelson, ALEC CEO. Texas State Senator Phil King, former ALEC National Chairman. West Virginia State Senator Patricia Rucker. Georgia State Representative Mesha Mainor. John Wills, Iowa Speak...
The Hunter Biden Plea Deal Stinks
July 26, 2023 23:28 - 43 minutes - 20 MBHugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Dr. Michael Oren, Mary Katharine Ham, Jim Geraghty, and Olivia Beavers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Thor on his new best-seller "Dead Fall"
July 25, 2023 20:20 - 48 minutes - 22.4 MBBrad Thor writes the equal of any of his previous best-sellers with the new "Dead Fall." A fabulous thriller and he joins Hugh to discuss this AM. Plus, Hugh's breakdown of tomorrow's hearing on the proposed Hunter Biden plea deal, and Senator Tom Cotton's reaction to that sweet heart deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former V.P. Mike Pence on Putin's threat to Poland and Biden's interference in Israeli politics
July 24, 2023 20:21 - 28 minutes - 13 MBVice President Mike Pence joined me today to discuss national security issues and his effort to make the debate stage next month. Also on today's show: Mollie Hemingway talks Barbie, and Salena Zito joins us for this week's Yinzer Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Governor DeSantis on the Malign Ambitions of Xi and the CCP
July 20, 2023 19:58 - 1 hour - 31.9 MBGovernor DeSantis joined Hugh this AM to discuss the threat posed by Xi and the CCP as well as Jack Smith and his "first ever" indictments and "The Narrative" of "corporate media" about the 2024 race. Plus, Senator Tom Cotton, former Senator Jim Talent, and hopefully future Senator Hung Cao. Bonus: Hugh had on sports agent Evan Brennan to discuss the explosion of "Name, Image, and Likeness" laws across the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hugh talks "Filthy Rich Politicians" with Matt Lewis
July 19, 2023 18:44 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBThe Daily Beast's Matt Lewis (formerly of The Daily Caller) wrote a book and that's what I'm talking with him about today. Also on today's show, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum says he has met the fundraising and donor requirements for appearing at the debates. Will we see him there? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Biden Malaise" with Kim Strassel
July 18, 2023 19:47 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBIt's pub day for Kim Strassel, who stopped by the program to talk about her new book, "The Biden Malaise." You should buy two copies. One for yourself, the other for your favorite sane-minded lefty friend or family member. Also on today's show: Bethany Mandel, Mollie Hemingway, and Rep. Juan Ciscomani. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jake Tapper Talks About His New Thriller "All The Demons Are Here"
July 17, 2023 16:58 - 1 hour - 31.2 MBJake Tapper's third thriller in the Marder saga is out and flying off shelves. He joined me to discuss "All The Demons Are Here." Plus, U.S. Senate Candidates Tim Sheehy in Montana and Frank LaRose in Ohio, and Admiral Stavridis (USN, Ret.) on Senator Tuberville and CCP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rundown, plus Ben Domenech, Sarah Bedford, and Sonny Bunch
July 14, 2023 21:51 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBHugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Ben Domenech, Sarah Bedford, and Sonny Bunch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell joins Hugh to talk SCOTUS and more
July 13, 2023 21:50 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBHugh talks with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President Biden's trip to NATO Summit 2023
July 12, 2023 19:22 - 1 hour - 33.9 MBThe President awoke from his power nap to join other G7 leaders at NATO Summit 2023. Here today to discuss with Hugh are Mary Katharine Ham, Senator Marsha Blackburn, Chairman Mike Gallagher, Olivia Beavers, Senator James Lankford, and Ambassador Ric Grenell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Northwestern's big mistake & Justice Sotomayor's book-pushing staffers
July 11, 2023 21:35 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBHugh covers the news of the morning with audio clips and talks with Byron York, Chief Political Correspondent for Washington Examiner, Bethany Mandel, co-founder of RightBooks4Kids, Mollie Hemingway, Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist, Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton, and Jordan Sekulow, Executive Director of ACLJ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hugh talks "Fence Jumper" with author Mark J. Brandenburg
July 10, 2023 19:21 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBHugh shares a political thriller for your summer reading pleasure, a book from first-time novelist and current Secret Service Special Agent Mark J. Brandenburg titled "Fence Jumper." Salena Zito checks in for the weekly Yinzer Report and Hugh talks with Cleveland entrepreneur Bernie Moreno about his campaign for Senate. Get "Fence Jumper" by Mark J. Brandenburg here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The A.I. Dilemma" or Panic?
July 07, 2023 23:58 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MBHugh watched the Aspen Ideas Festival presentation titled "The A.I. Dilemma" by Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, and spent much of the program discussing it with the audience and with Sonny Bunch, film critic extraordinaire, and Ben Domenech, of The Spectator and a Fox News Contributor. Listen to the pod and then watch the presentation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Arkansas Governor and Asa Hutchinson on his run for the presidency
July 07, 2023 04:52 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBHugh is joined by former Arkansas Governor and 2024 GOP presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson. Also on today's program: Josh Kraushaar, Editor-in-Chief of Jewish Insider, and Jim Geraghty, Senior Political Correspondent at National Review. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Vice President Mike Pence on his 2024 campaign
July 05, 2023 16:44 - 1 hour - 28.6 MBThe former Vice President joined me today for an extended interview. Also on today's show: David Drucker, Mary Katharine Ham, Bethany Mandel, and Kristen Waggoner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The End of The Roe Era with The Smart Guys 2.0, Jonathan Adler and Stephen Vladeck
July 04, 2023 21:46 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MBHugh discusses recent SCOTUS rulings with Jonathan Adler, professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, and Stephen Vladeck, the Charles Alan Wright Chair in Federal Courts at the University of Texas School of Law. Also on the program today is Byron York, Chief Political Correspondent for Washington Examiner, former Minnesota Senator Norm Coleman, Republican Jewish Coalition National Chairman, and Salena Zito, NY Post Columnist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Affirmative Action is Dead, Dead, Dead
June 30, 2023 19:20 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBHugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Ben Domenech, Sarah Bedford, and Sonny Bunch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nikki Haley and Glenn Youngkin weigh in on Uyghurs and Affirmative Action
June 29, 2023 18:39 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBFormer South Carolina Governor and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and current Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin joined Hugh this AM and covered the waterfront of issues: from the plight of the Uyghurs to Affirmative Action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reactions to Hugh's interview with Miami Mayor Francis Suarez
June 28, 2023 18:18 - 1 hour - 34 MBTalking this morning with Morgan Ortagus, Mary Katharine Ham, Rep. Carlos Gimenez, Rep. Mike Gallagher, Olivia Beavers, Jim Geraghty, Rep. Mike Waltz, and Hank Adler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez on his bid to be the 2024 GOP nominee
June 27, 2023 19:28 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBMuch talk of Russia's upheavals and of the race for the GOP nomination with new entrants into the lists Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, Indiana's next senator Rep. Jim Banks, plus Byron York, David Ducker, Bethany Mandel, Morgan Ortagus, and Reagan Institute's Rachel Hoff on the institute's summer poll on national security issues among Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Let The Games Begin: Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy come out swinging
June 26, 2023 17:52 - 59 minutes - 27.5 MBCampaign 2024 is well and truly underway when Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy sit for 30 minute interviews with Hugh. Both are reproduced here in full. Plus, Josh Kraushaar on how the race is stacking up as July 4th approaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will (and Where) Donald Trump Stand Trial?
June 23, 2023 20:20 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MBJay Weaver is the Miami Herald’s go-to guy on big cases and stories and he will be covering any prosecution of former President Trump. He joined Hugh this AM. Plus: The new allegations about Hunter Biden’s sweetheart deal by whistleblowers will never not be an issue in 2024 campaign, even if a federal judge slaps him on the writer and sends him off to another White House state dinner. Hugh discuses with Ben Domenech and Sarah Bedford plus Friday’s movie report from Sonny Bunch See omnystud...
"2048: The Rejuvenated State" - Israel at 100
June 22, 2023 16:11 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBEvery American supporter of Israel needs to read a compelling new book from former Deputy Minister and Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Dr. Michael Oren. As the conclusion to a project begun when he was serving alongside Prime Minister Netanyahu as Deputy Minister, Oren and colleagues understood to look out 25 years to Israel's 100th birthday in 2048 and examine the greatest challenges ahead of the Jewish State. The result is this very readable and eye-opening book on Israel as it enters its a...
Reacting to the Hunter Biden plea deal
June 21, 2023 19:00 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBHugh covers the news of the morning and talks with Mary Katharine Ham, Olivia Beavers, and Robert Harris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.