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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 507 | Founded | 18 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentaryPolitics | |||

Is America trading excellence for ideology? In this episode, Rafael Mangual sits down with Heather Mac Donald—author of When Race Trumps Merit—for a frank conversation about affirmative action, diversity mandates, and what happens when institutions p... more
Naomi Schaefer Riley and Rafael Mangual discuss the complexities of the child welfare system in the U.S. They explore controversial policies surrounding child protection, neglect, and foster care, emphasizing the need for transparency and reform.
Chelsea Follett joins Brian Anderson to talk about how technology has improved urban living from earlier times.
Ilya Shapiro and Rafael Mangual discuss the Supreme Court's most consequential recent decisions and anticipate the legal battles that could define the future of American law. From landmark rulings to looming cases, they offer sharp analysis of issues... more
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Thank God for this jewel of journalism for this liberal voter who lost his party to CRAZY
One of these guys has a nervous chuckle that is very amateurish. Had to stop midway.
Thoughtful conversation. Excellent discussion of issues and ideas.
Condescending right wingers that hate New York talking NYC politics. The occasional schadenfreude is lovely but otherwise it’s a slog.
Top notch
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A concise, fact-focused program delivering sharp discussions on policy, economics, urban issues, and culture through high-profile guests and policy-minded hosts. Episodes frequently tackle public safety, housing, immigration, Western values, and the state of democracy, often framed by conservative-leaning perspectives and rigorous analysis. The show stands out for its substantial guest expertise, analytic depth, and clear stance on public policy, making it a go-to for listeners who want thoughtful, data-informed debate on contemporary politics and society.
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Recent guests on City Journal Audio include:
1. Heather Mac Donald
2. Naomi Schaefer Riley
3. Chelsea Follett
4. Andrew Hartz
5. Jarrett Dieterle
6. Allison Schrager
7. Lionel Shriver
8. Douglas Murray
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