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Know Your Enemy

Matthew Sitman
2024 Presidential Election
Kennedy Myth
Catholicism
American Conservatism
Chappaquiddick Incident
Power Dynamics In Politics
Garry Wills
Political Charisma
Taylor Swift
RFK Jr.
Civil Rights Movement
Feminism
Anarcho-Capitalism
Milton Friedman
Trump Administration
Project 2025
René Girard
Pop Culture
Conspiracies In Politics
Legacy Of JFK

A leftist's guide to the conservative movement, one podcast episode at a time, with co-hosts Matthew Sitman and Sam Adler-Bell.

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Laura K. Field's Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right, published earlier this month, is a book we simply had to discuss. Listeners to this podcast will recognize its cast of characters—conservative intellectuals like Patrick Deneen, Michae... more

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy.

If there's a Trump-era topic that manages to fascinate without being entirely depressing, it's probably the ongoing arguments about architecture that his ascensi... more

This episode isn't focused on a single topic or text, but rather just wanting to have a wide-ranging conversation with our guest, Peter Beinart, editor-at-large of Jewish Currents and author of the recent book, Being Jewish After the Destruction of G... more

This is a different kind of episode than is typical; there's no book, no central text, not even a single, central event that guides the conversation. Instead, we begin with a few recent news items—speculation about Trump 2028, Speaker Mike Johnson's ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Beinart
Editor at large at Jewish Currents and author of Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza, a Reckoning
Jewish Currents
Episode: Zohran, the Jews, and Reckoning with Gaza (w/ Peter Beinart)
Pat Blanchfield
Freelance writer and psychoanalysis expert
Brooklyn Institute
Episode: Death, Power, and the Charlie Kirk Memorial (w/ Pat Blanchfield)
Daniel J. Flynn
Author of The Man Who Invented Conservatism
American Spectator
Episode: Frank Meyer, Inventor of Conservatism (w/ Daniel J. Flynn)
Garry Wills
Noted author and figure in American letters, friends with Frank Meyer
Episode: Frank Meyer, Inventor of Conservatism (w/ Daniel J. Flynn)
Talia Lavin
Journalist known for her insightful commentary on the Christian Right and author of Wild Faith
Episode: The Christian Right's "Wild Faith" (w/ Talia Lavin) [Unlocked]
Daniel Martinez HoSang
Professor of American Studies at Yale and co-editor of the forthcoming volume, The Politics of the Multiracial Right.
Yale University
Episode: The Minority Voters Moving Right (w/ Daniel Martinez HoSang)
Mike Duncan
Podcaster and author, known for his historical podcasts including the Revolutions podcast and the History of Rome.
Author of The Storm Before the Storm
Episode: How Republics End (w/ Mike Duncan) [Unlocked]
Zohran Mamdani
An elected assemblyman in Queens and member of the DSA.
New York State Assembly
Episode: Zohran! (w/ Waleed Shahid) [Teaser]
Sam Tanenhaus
Author and biographer known for his work on William F. Buckley Jr.
Episode: A Complicated Man: William F. Buckley, Jr. (w/ Sam Tanenhaus)

Hosts

Matthew Sitman
Co-host, engaged in deep political analysis and discussion.
Sam Adler-Bell
Co-host, provides insightful commentary and analysis on political topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • The content is as compelling as the hosts’ profound friendship

    This show is careful and considered and gives tremendous context for the fascist nightmare of politics we’re living through. The genuine understanding the hosts have of the intellectual traditions of the right is really helpful to understanding how we got here and, while the subject matter can be rough, the genuine love the hosts have for one another and for learning and curiosity makes that part easy to bear

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puckalish
    United States6 days ago
  • Time well spent

    Even though I disagree with some of the opinions, the level of discourse and thoughtfulness is so enriching - wonderful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stormy Vandover
    United States9 days ago
  • Thank you

    Such a fantastic show. There’s not a lot of media around that can really grow your perspective, but this show does it over and over again. So grateful to be gaining a better understanding of who we are (as an American, at least) and how we got here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geoff Pleat
    United States18 days ago
  • sweet kings

    some of the very best boys currently alive. if you are also alive you should listen to them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tilda swintian
    United States19 days ago
  • Thank you Matt & Sam

    I honestly have no idea how to express my gratitude for the thoughtful, deeply researched and experienced work y’all have put in the world. Know Your Enemy has given me countless hours of insights, context, sympathy for some devils and righteous indignation, if I’m being honest. I hope you keep making it forever (or until we achieve the worker’s paradise😊). Everyone should listen with an open mind and heart, because these folks are not air dropping into the proverbial red state coffee shop, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redski23
    United States21 days ago

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The content is described as intellectually stimulating and well-researched, appealing to those seeking a nuanced understanding of conservatism.

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#59
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#96
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#205
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The Minority Voters Moving Right (w/ Daniel Martinez HoSang)
Q: Can you detail the shifting patterns of minority voters towards the Republicans?
It's complex, but many minority voters have become disillusioned with the Democratic Party, leading them to explore the Republican's promise of belonging and economic opportunity.
The Minority Voters Moving Right (w/ Daniel Martinez HoSang)
Q: How did you get into this particular topic?
I've been studying the shifting dynamics in race and politics, particularly after the Great Recession, and noticed changes in the long-standing connections between race and conservatism.
UNLOCKED: How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells)
Q: Can you shed light on your initial thoughts and feelings as the pandemic began?
Wallace-Wells reflected on a mix of fear and abstraction, recognizing the potential for the pandemic to disrupt normal life while struggling to grasp its full implications.
UNLOCKED: Are Progressives to Blame for Urban Disorder? (w/ Hayes Davenport)
Q: What did the backlash against progressive politics look like?
The backlash was immediate, especially regarding criminal justice reforms, with perceptions that progressive policies were causing disorder and rising crime.
UNLOCKED: Are Progressives to Blame for Urban Disorder? (w/ Hayes Davenport)
Q: Could you tell us a little bit more about how you come into thinking about these questions?
I started in television writing and became invested in homelessness work through volunteering, which led me to help a friend run for city council.

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What is Know Your Enemy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on American conservatism, the discussions illustrate the relationship between historical and contemporary political ideologies. Episodes explore significant figures and movements within the conservative landscape, such as Frank Meyer and the Christian Right, while examining their implications on modern politics, including identity politics and the effects of the Trump administration. Notable themes include critiques of the conservative movement from a leftist perspective, emphasizing intersecting cultural, social, and political dynamics. The hosts engage with guests from various fields, offering insightful analysis and deep dives into the historical roots of contemporary issues, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to un... more

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1. Peter Beinart
2. Pat Blanchfield
3. Daniel J. Flynn
4. Garry Wills
5. Talia Lavin
6. Daniel Martinez HoSang
7. Mike Duncan
8. Zohran Mamdani

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