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3 Whisky Happy Hour

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Steven Hayward, John Yoo, and "Lucretia" bring you a whisky-sodden perspective on the week's big headlines, and occasional deep dives into law and philosophy.Listen to the Three-Whisky Happy hour, along with more than 40 other original podcasts, at Ricochet.com. No paid subscription required.

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The band is back together again this week as John Yoo ends his truancy, and we take up the fresh legal and constitutional disputes of the moment, starting with the Supreme Court's recent rulings about mail-in ballots and the Trump Administration's ef... more

We're a day and a half late with this episode, but better late than never. It's just Steve and Lucretia this week—John Yoo will be back next week—and they spend the first half of the episode updating some of last week's main stories while noting that... more

The shocking suicide of the fraudulent Jason Arday alongside the Atlantic cover story about how a mostly leftist scholar "of color" (Tyler Austin Harper) quit his tenure track job at Bates College because he couldn't stand "the insufferable hypocrisy... more

This week's episode features frequent guest Phil Munoz of Notre Dame University, sitting in for John Yoo, discussing his very timely new article in First Things magazine on "The Founders and the Common Good." His article is getting a fair bit of buzz... more

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Recent Guests

Henry Kissinger
Fictional cameo via Ouija board as a guest on the episode
Former U.S. Secretary of State
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Post-Liberalism + "Henry Kissinger" Cameo?
John Eastman
Guest scholar on constitutional law, longtime law professor
Chapman University / Claremont McKenna College (as referenced in discussion)
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Emergency Edition, with John Eastman
RJ Pestritto
Dean of Graduate Education at Hillsdale College; scholar of progressivism
Hillsdale College
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Tackling the Admin. State from Sicily
Alex Priou
Proprietor of The New Thinkery
The New Thinkery
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: From Plato to NATO
Glenn Ellmers
Guest on the episode, longtime writer/thinker invited for discussion
Guest (noted interviewer/thinker)
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Almost Live from Tampa
John Fund
Friend and attendee of the show, discussed as a guest in chat
The Prisoner conversation partner context or journalism background not explicit in transcript
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: War! What Is It Good For? (Absolutely. . . Something!)
Richard Samuelson
An American historian at Hillsdale College's Washington D.C. campus.
Hillsdale College
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Why John Adams Would Get Sydney Sweeney
Akhil Amar
Law professor at Yale University and author of 'Born Equal'
Yale University
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Gonzo Happy Hour-Squared Edition
Roger Pilon
Director of Constitutional Studies at the Cato Institute
Cato Institute
Episode: The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Gonzo Happy Hour-Squared Edition

Hosts

Steve Hayward
Host of The Three Whisky Happy Hour; affiliated with Ricochet / production platform; frequent contributor on governance and conservative thought
John Yoo
Co-host / guest-turned-host on panels; legal scholar with emphasis on constitutional law
Lucretia
Co-host; discussion facilitator; regular contributor on politics and culture

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 595 ratings
  • Horrible explanation of the Thucydides trap

    John gave a horrible explanation of the Thucydides trap. We’re crying out loud, you’re a professor. It is about what happens when similar powers see each other building capability. The outcome was a preemptive attack, but it doesn’t have to end that way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevinneedstheword
    United States3 months ago
  • R.J.Pestritto

    The guest for this show was terrific. Please have him on again to fill in for John Yoo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charles1634
    United States3 months ago
  • More liberty bell

    Once a week is not enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gardenweasel
    United States4 months ago
  • Well Done

    Engaging witty and smart.

    Worth the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnm98
    United States4 months ago
  • Like the show, but

    Great show. But lately the volume is TOO LOW!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RC313
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Consistently insightful on constitutional topics and current events.
Some listeners crave more balanced perspectives and criticizing Lucretia's tone.
Guests bring depth; hosts maintain a provocative, witty dynamic.
Audio quality and consistency are common feedback points, both positive and negative.
Sharp, engaging banter with high-caliber analysis.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#160
United States/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#42
Chile/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#147
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Talking Points

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The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Emergency Executive Order Edition
Q: Did Trump request a rehearing for birthright citizenship, and what happened to that request?
He indicated he would seek a rehearing, but the period to do so expired, and the group notes that a rehearing is unlikely to be granted, framing the legal strategy around broader constitutional arguments rather than a win on rehearing.
The Three Whisky Happy Hour: The Hiatus Is Over!
Q: What are the implications of granting immunity to Fauci for congressional testimony?
Immunity could compel full testimony and reveal the truth without fear of prosecution for past acts, but it also means conceding that some information cannot be used to prosecute beyond the granted scope, creating a trade-off between truth and potential liability.
The Three Whisky Happy Hour: Channeling Admiral Ackbar? (It's a Trap!)
Q: What is the Thucydides Trap and how does it relate to current U.S.–China dynamics?
The Trap is described as a theory that when a rising power threatens a dominant one, preventative war is likely; the hosts suggest the analogy may be instructive but not a perfect guide for today, with some arguing the U.S. resembles Athens more than Sparta in strategic posture.
The Three Whisky Happy Hour: From Plato to NATO
Q: Alex, could you give a thumbnail sketch of what The New Thinkery is and what makes it new?
Alex explains that while rooted in classical readings, The New Thinkery integrates modern contexts like electricity, technology, and the internet, aiming to be both faithful to tradition and forward-looking with a lean, vibrant approach to philosophy.
The Three Whisky Happy Hour: From Birthright Religion to "Lockistotle"
Q: Can you explain in just a few sentences what the Lockeistotle proposition means in the context of the Founding?
The proposition frames natural rights as rooted in natural law, with Aristotle focusing on civic virtue and the polis, while Locke emphasizes individual rights and self-preservation; together they describe a political order where rights are grounded in reason and the common good, moderated by constitutional frameworks rather than religious coercion.

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A whisky-fueled, opinionated panel covers current events, law, and philosophy with sharp banter and frequent deep-dives into constitutional issues. Regulars mix political analysis with pop-culture riffs, offering provocative takes on democracy, federalism, and the state of public discourse. Notable traits include high-credibility guests from academia and think tanks, satirical segments, and a candid, unapologetic style that's likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy conservative-leaning legal analysis delivered with humor. The show often threads discussions through constitutional theory, administrative power, and policy implications, making it valuable for audiences seeking timely, thought-provoking perspectives on politics and law.

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3. RJ Pestritto
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5. Glenn Ellmers
6. John Fund
7. Richard Samuelson
8. Akhil Amar

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