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The American Mind Podcast

The Claremont Institute
Biden Administration
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Claremont Institute
Donald Trump
Harvard University
Claudine Gay
Immigration Policy
Middle East Conflict
Wokeness
Ron Desantis
Nikki Haley
Geert Wilders
Cyber Threat Intelligence League
Generational Politics
Hanukkah
Hollywood
American Civil War
Democrats
Texas Governor Greg Abbott
Chris Rufo

The American Mind Podcast uncovers the ideas and principles that drive American political life. The hosts engage Claremont scholars and critics in thought-provoking discussions about the real causes of our current political and cultural reality. claremontinstitute.substack.com

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In this installment of our Trump v. Slaughter mini-series, Spencer and Ryan get to the heart of the Trump Administration’s theory of executive power, and h... more

For the second time in recorded primatology, a civil war has been observed between chimpanzees. This week, the guys get a little philosophical about the unique status of mankind as a political animal and the unlikelihood that we have much to learn fr... more

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Host Spencer Klavan and Claremont president Ryan Williams kick off a new series on Trump v. Slaughter, a Supreme Court case that calls into question the wh... more

Over Easter weekend, as the Iran War approached its sixth week, Trump reissued his ultimatum to Iran: open the Strait of Hormuz or face complete destruction. This week, the guys take some guesses at what Trump intends for our adversary, and what is t... more

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Ryder Selmi
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Matthew Peterson
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Giancarlo Sopo
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Eric Teetsel
CEO for the Center for Renewing America, former Chief of Staff to Senator Josh Hawley
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Hosts

Ryan Williams
Host of The American Mind Podcast and President of the Claremont Institute, offering insights from a leadership perspective in conservative thought.
Spencer Claven
Host and Associate Editor known for blending humor with serious political discourse, contributing significantly to cultural discussions.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • An Important & Thoughtful Perspective on One of the Many Strands of American Conservatism

    Highly recommended. A worthy counterpoise to the soulless and undifferentiated political podcast slop that abounds these days as seemingly everyone piles onto the lucrative podcast bandwagon (does anyone not have a show these days?).

    An enlightened refuge from the prevailing rightthink (or, more accurately, “little-think”) of our ubiquitous media Sensibles.™️

    (Updated:) The new paywall is disappointing, however. It’s not like Claremont needs the money for “bonus content,” surely. This is a ba... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Won’t be paying

    Sadly, the level of discourse has gone downhill over the last couple of years. I used to love this podcast, and now that they are cutting me off by making me pay, I will no longer be listening to it, if only In the background.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeoConservative
    United States2 months ago
  • An Important & Thoughtful Perspective on One of the Many Strands of American Conservatism

    Highly recommended. A worthy counterpoise to the soulless and undifferentiated political podcast slop that abounds these days as seemingly everyone piles onto the lucrative podcast bandwagon (does anyone not have a show these days?).

    An enlightened refuge from the prevailing rightthink (or, more accurately, “little-think”) of our ubiquitous media Sensibles.™️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • The fog of trade war

    Thanks for the fair minded discussion

    Also very much appreciate your leads to sources offering an analytical non political evaluation of Trump’s economic / tariff policies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJF 46
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lost this listener

    No balance. Just complete “we won” and “isn’t this great” ignorance. Most of the actions of the resurrected administration should have stayed thought experiments.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KennethOwen
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners generally appreciate the depth of knowledge and thoughtfulness in discussions, often praising it as a worthy counter to mainstream media narratives.

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The Trump Tariffs Go to Court
Q: What are your thoughts on the Supreme Court decision regarding the tariffs?
The decision touches on the important separation of powers between Congress's control over the purse and the President's foreign policy powers.
Maduro No Más: Venezuela's Future After His Capture ft. Josh Treviño & R.J. Pestritto
Q: What will an ideal regime change look like in Venezuela?
Josh Treviño suggests it would resemble current U.S. actions, emphasizing a cautious approach that considers existing power dynamics in the region.
Maduro No Más: Venezuela's Future After His Capture ft. Josh Treviño & R.J. Pestritto
Q: What does this operation mean for Iran, Russia, and China in the region?
The operation has demonstrated U.S. military prowess, leading to renewed concerns in China about their strategic support in global affairs such as Taiwan.
Maduro No Más: Venezuela's Future After His Capture ft. Josh Treviño & R.J. Pestritto
Q: How have the previous administrations fared in assessing and addressing the narco-state issue?
Josh Treviño scored the Obama administration poorly for missing opportunities in Mexico while noting George H.W. Bush's decisive military action in Panama as a positive example.
Minnesota ICE (ft. Kyle Shideler)
Q: Will Renée Good be an effective martyr for Antifa?
It's uncertain, but the situation's optics may sway public opinion negatively towards ICE.

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Content focuses on political, cultural, and philosophical discussions that explore the underlying principles shaping American life. The hosts often engage with Claremont scholars, emphasizing conservative perspectives on current events and historical contexts. Topics such as immigration, nationalism, and the cultural ramifications of various public policies are frequently discussed, providing a platform for an in-depth examination of the moral and political landscapes. Unique to this podcast is its commitment to examining narratives from an academic standpoint while incorporating humor and a conversational tone among the hosts, making complex topics more accessible to listeners.

Interestingly, the discussions often intertwine cultural criti... more

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