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"Rufo & Lomez" brings together the killer combo of Christopher Rufo, the Right’s most feared political strategist, and Jonathan “Lomez” Keeperman, an English professor turned renegade culture writer and publisher. Step inside their inner circle as they dissect the news, discourse, culture, and art through an anthropological lens, revealing the power structures, taboos, and hidden narratives shapin... more

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Recent Guests

Zineb Riboua
Guest with analysis on third-worldism
Episode: How the Third World Left Is Winning in America with Zineb Riboua | Ep 75
Paul Gottfried
Paleoconservative scholar and editor of Chronicles magazine
Chronicles magazine
Episode: The Left Isn't Communist Anymore — It's Something Far More Dangerous| Ep 74
Abdul Rahman El-Sayed
Democratic socialist candidate and commentator on foreign policy and domestic issues
DSA/Detroit-area politics
Episode: The $20 Burrito Proxy: What the Left & Right Are Really Fighting Over | Ep 73
Sarah Adams
Former CIA analyst, geopolitical and security investigator
Independent analyst/consultant
Episode: Muslim Brotherhood Have Infiltrated USA...Now They're Grooming Future Leaders on the Left & Right | Ep 72
Zohran Mamdani
Mayor of New York City, Democratic Socialist
New York City Government
Episode: Mamdani’s Mosque Called for Killing the Infidels & We Do Nothing | Ep 71
Alex Priou
Professor at the University of Austin
Episode: How Nolan's 'Odyssey' Was Influenced by Trump Derangement Syndrome | Ep 69
Andrew Kolvet
Executive producer of The Charlie Kirk Show; ally of Charlie Kirk
The Charlie Kirk Show
Episode: 'I Went Down Every Rabbit Hole' — Andrew Kolvet Breaks Down Charlie Kirk Murder Conspiracy Theories | Ep 68
Michael Tracey
Guest, political commentator
Tracey.net
Episode: Graham Platner and the Return of #METOO | Guest: Michael Tracey | Ep 65
Mike Cernovich
Internet poster and political commentator
Independent commentator
Episode: Mike Cernovich Exposes Why the Tech Right Betrayed MAGA | Ep 64

Hosts

Christopher Rufo
Host of the show, co-presenter, involved in policy and culture strategy.
Jonathan Lomez Keeperman
Co-host, English professor turned culture writer and publisher.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 506 ratings
  • Smart and Realistic

    Honest about their point of view. Eyes on the big picture while taking action in the real world. Can see contemporary scene realistically.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    another truth seeker
    United Statesa month ago
  • Social justice

    Great show, episode 70, figuring out the right rhetorical response to New York’s turn to communism.

    Are you saying to frame the issue (law and order, vagrancy, care and concern, etc) as social justice for the bulk of New York City citizens. Is this on the right track?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeoConservative
    United Statesa month ago
  • One of the best in 2026

    Culture and politics come and go. Well this one has arrived and has the potential to stick. Rufo and L0m3z go deeper and more insightful than most. They have a special eye towards actual results and winning, without compromise.

    Not everyone should have a podcast. But these two should have had one sooner. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajkaz
    United States2 months ago
  • .

    The Rufo and Lopez show is quickly becoming one of the best and transcending this sort of local-minimum political discussion that dominates media.

    Recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    partacoolwave
    United States2 months ago
  • Pretentious

    Arrogant and Foolish. Not nearly as smart as you think you are.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United States3 months ago

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Overall, a rigorous and thoughtful approach that stands out in conservative media.
High-quality guests and debates that push for rational discourse.
Polarizing but highly engaging and intelligent.
Thoughtful, data-driven political culture analysis.
Smart conservatism with deep dives beyond surface-level takes.

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The Left Isn't Communist Anymore — It's Something Far More Dangerous| Ep 74
Q: Does Trump fit into traditional conservative lineage or represent a sui generis shift?
Gottfried views Trump as a populist, not a traditional ideologue, driven by pragmatism and leader-figure dynamics rather than a fixed ideological program.
The Left Isn't Communist Anymore — It's Something Far More Dangerous| Ep 74
Q: What are the key differences Gottfried sees between traditional Marxism and woke/identity politics?
He argues traditional Marxism is primarily a socio-economic project focused on class, production, and economic dictatorship, whereas woke/identity politics centers on culture, race, gender, and open borders, with less emphasis on traditional economic reform.
Muslim Brotherhood Have Infiltrated USA...Now They're Grooming Future Leaders on the Left & Right | Ep 72
Q: Why is there tension between intelligence agencies and political leadership in addressing these threats?
The guest notes politicalization of intelligence, where leaders influence prioritization and analysis, leading to inconsistent focus and delayed action on evolving threats.
Muslim Brotherhood Have Infiltrated USA...Now They're Grooming Future Leaders on the Left & Right | Ep 72
Q: What is the current threat level from Iran and its proxies within the United States?
The guest explains a layered threat: external operations and targeted assassinations by IRGC tools, alongside embedded influence networks that can affect domestic politics and security policy.
Muslim Brotherhood Have Infiltrated USA...Now They're Grooming Future Leaders on the Left & Right | Ep 72
Q: Explain what you mean by the Muslim Brotherhood engaging in influence operations and how that works in practice.
They are described as financing political candidates, funneling money into universities and local organizations, and embedding themselves in community structures to build a long-term political footprint that extends beyond overt activism.

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Two intellectually driven hosts dissect politics, culture, and current events through an anthropological lens, often challenging conventional narratives with rigorous readings of policy, media, and power dynamics. Episodes frequently feature prominent right-leaning thinkers, journalists, and academics who offer historical context, strategic critiques, and provocative perspectives. The show stands out for its willingness to push controversial ideas into constructive debate, its emphasis on deeper structural narratives, and its combination of sharp analysis with a millennial-informed sensibility. Potential listeners who value thoughtful, data-informed conversation about politics, culture, and media accountability are likely to find it compell... more

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