Rephonic
Artwork for Sanity by The New York Sun

Sanity by The New York Sun

A.R. Hoffman & Rebecca Sugar
Constitutional Crisis
President Trump
Supreme Court
Free Speech
Democratic Party
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Democrats
Gaza
Executive Branch
Russia-Ukraine Negotiations
Foster Care System
Gavin Newsom
Executive Authority
Columbia University
January 6th
FBI
Overton Window
Foreign Aid
Student Loan Debt

This is Sanity, a podcast by The New York Sun.

A.R. Hoffman (Associate Editor of the Sun) and Rebecca Sugar (Columnist at the Sun) will be joined by buzzy and thoughtful guests to break down the week’s news, share their hot takes and long views on where it's all heading, and keep you sane all the while.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes75Founded10 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
PoliticsNews CommentaryNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Sanity by The New York Sun

Latest Episodes

In this episode we debated how the war in Europe should end, dished on the most egregious disclosures from the X location news, told you everything you need to know about the James Comey and Letitia James cases, said goodbye to juries in England, and... more

Gut Check: Dr. Sabine Hazan

In this interview we talked with an iconoclastic gastroenterologist about surprising best practices to stay healthy, her thoughts on the skyrocketing rates of autism, some lessons from the Covid era, and what we underesti... more

YouTube

On this week's episode we debated what the retention of NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch might mean for a Mamdani mayoralty, reported on newsworthy developments on immigration and national security in North Carolina and Texas, debriefed on the latest ... more

On this episode we debated the latest news from the Epstein files, analyzed the visit of Syria’s new president to the White House, lamented Germany's capitulation on Christmas, and were flabbergasted by Zohran Mamdani's just-disclosed first reaction ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Heather MacDonald
Thomas W. Smith Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, contributing editor to City Journal, author of The War on Cops
Manhattan Institute
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Heather Mac Donald
Dr. James Lindsay
Bestselling author, researcher, and host of The New Discourses podcast
Episode: The Sanity Interview: James Lindsay
Ray Kelly
Commissioner with over 50 years of public service experience, former NYPD police commissioner
Guardian Group
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Ray Kelly
Liz Truss
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
UK Government
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Liz Truss
Keir Starmer
Leader of the Labour Party
Labour Party
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Liz Truss
Nigel Farage
Political commentator and former leader of the UK Independence Party
Reform Party
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Liz Truss
Tony Blair
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
UK Government
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Liz Truss
Ben Habib
British businessman and politician, former Member of the European Parliament, and founder of Advance UK.
Advance UK
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Ben Habib
Ken Isaacs
Vice President of Programs and Government Relations for Samaritan's Purse, an international Christian disaster relief organization
Samaritan's Purse
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Ken Isaacs

Hosts

A.R. Hoffman
Co-host and Associate Editor of The New York Sun; discusses a variety of societal and political topics.
Rebecca Sugar
Co-host and Columnist at The New York Sun; engages in lively discussions on news and cultural issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Excellent

    Intelligent, informed commentary that’s neither smug nor self serving. Very glad to have found his weekly dose of sanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3510yogi
    United States13 days ago
  • Poor Production

    While the content could and should be informative, both Hoffman and Sugar sound completely unprepared. Far too many placeholders (um, you know, um) while they think about what to say next. You can call it a “conversational” style choice, but it just sounds sloppy and under-confident, which greatly compromises the credibility of their reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Do Dad Did
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are mixed sentiments about the conversational tone, with opinions diverging over whether it enhances or undermines the professionalism of the discussions.
Listeners appreciate the insightful commentary on current events, highlighting the depth of analysis; however, some express concerns regarding the presenters' preparedness during discussions, feeling that it detracts from the overall credibility and quality of content.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#125
Israel/News/News Commentary

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Sanity Interview: James Lindsay
Q: Do you think there is a healthy place for Christian nationalism to counter woke ideology?
Greater civic orientation toward our Christian roots is important, but I oppose any efforts that imply a theocratic approach or heavy-handed policies.
The Sanity Interview: James Lindsay
Q: What can we look for to understand the cues in society related to woke?
The biggest tell is the language; buzzwords and jargon are signs that you might be dealing with woke ideology.
The Sanity Interview: James Lindsay
Q: How will you evaluate where we are now some months into the term?
Trump did run and probably won on fighting wokeness, but what we're facing is a zombie ideology that our institutions are deeply infected with, leading to a difficult battle.
The Sanity Interview: James Lindsay
Q: Can you just give us a broad definition of woke?
Woke is basically denouncing everything as part of a corrupt conspiracy until you control it or something like that.
The Sanity Interview: Ray Kelly
Q: How do we keep ourselves safe if we can't depend on the police department?
Kelly stresses the importance of maintaining police standards and suggests that public safety should not come at the cost of lowering recruitment standards.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Sanity by The New York Sun

What is Sanity by The New York Sun about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers engaging commentary on current events, delving into political issues, societal behaviors, and cultural phenomena. The hosts frequently invite informed guests to discuss hot topics ranging from immigration policies and free speech issues to advancements in drone technology and urban safety measures. A unique element of the content lies in the blend of serious political analysis with lighter discussions, making complex subjects accessible while maintaining an analytical edge. This approachable style fosters an environment where listeners can reflect on important societal concerns while remaining entertained.

Where can I find podcast stats for Sanity by The New York Sun?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Sanity by The New York Sun. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Sanity by The New York Sun and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Sanity by The New York Sun get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Sanity by The New York Sun, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Sanity by The New York Sun?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Sanity by The New York Sun, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Sanity by The New York Sun have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Sanity by The New York Sun has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Sanity by The New York Sun?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Sanity by The New York Sun:

1. What the Hell Is Going On
2. The Winston Marshall Show
3. The Hugh Hewitt Show: Highly Concentrated
4. New Discourses
5. The Israel Guys

How many episodes of Sanity by The New York Sun are there?

Sanity by The New York Sun launched 10 months ago and published 75 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Sanity by The New York Sun?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Sanity by The New York Sun?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Sanity by The New York Sun from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Sanity by The New York Sun?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Sanity by The New York Sun. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Sanity by The New York Sun?

Recent guests on Sanity by The New York Sun include:

1. Heather MacDonald
2. Dr. James Lindsay
3. Ray Kelly
4. Liz Truss
5. Keir Starmer
6. Nigel Farage
7. Tony Blair
8. Ben Habib

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days