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Tired of politicians and so-called journalists who lie constantly and aren't held accountable? Chris Plante takes the microphone 3 hours a day, 5 days a week, calls balls & strikes, and holds their feet to the fire! With quick wit and bottomless memory for songs and movie quotes, Chris relates the serious stories of the day in a way that will make you laugh. Chris spent 17 years at CNN, covering t... more

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Mike Opelka sits in for Chris

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Mike Opelka sits in for Chris

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Mike Opelka sits in for Chris,

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Recent Guests

Graham Plattner
Democrat running for Senate in Maine, noted for a Nazi tattoo on his chest in the discussion
Political candidate
Episode: 5-26-26 Hour 1 - Maine Nazi and Bernie Standers Campaign together
Ted Cruz
U.S. Senator, Republican from Texas
U.S. Senate
Episode: 5-20-26 Hour 3 - Ted Cruz Schools Hirono on Democrat history
Cletus Breedus
Caller, identifies as Democrat
Episode: 5-18-26 Hour 3 - Newsom Ready to Rig CA Governor's Race
Steve Descano
Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney
Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney
Episode: 5-15-26 Hour 2 - Fairfax prosecutor Descano in the Hot Seat
James Erdman
CIA officer, testifying at the Rand Paul hearing
Central Intelligence Agency
Episode: 5-14-26 Hour 2 - Rand Paul and a CIA Whistleblower on Fauci
Mike from Gainesville, Virginia
Caller on The Chris Plante Show
Episode: 5-12-26 Hour 1 - More Anti-Israel violence in NYC
David Bozell
President, Media Research Center
Media Research Center
Episode: 5-5-26 Hour 3 - DC Judge apologizes to Dinner Shooter for Treatment
Christy Lee
News reporter referenced on the street interview segment
K-R-I-S-T-Y Lee on scene reporting at a No Kings Rally
Episode: 4-30-26 Hour 1 - Dems Say Trump acts like a King but can't cite Examples
Vince Colonais
Host of The Vince Podcast
The Vince Podcast
Episode: 4-24-26 Hour 3 - When Liberals hate Zionists they mean Jews

Host

Chris Plante
Host of the show, known for political commentary, humor, and incisive takes on media and policy.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • This dinosaur

    He is reaching lol. So much hate and prejudice in his little heart 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jgda714
    United States2 months ago
  • This guy is my new favorite

    Living in DC for decades I’d never heard of CP-so I don’t know what radio show he’s on (hello we all listen to TOP) but this guy is HILARIOUS. Smart funny quips nonstop. Very entertaining!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AntiB
    United States2 months ago
  • Just Very Good

    This show is the show that other shows listen to, to get topics and views fpe their shows. some I javelin heard nearly verbatim take form this show. So it's not just me, but other conservative shows must think Chris, like Trump, has the pulse of the people.

    Audible
    5
    william butler
    United States3 months ago
  • This show is the show that other shows listen to, to get topics and views fpe their shows. some I javelin heard nearly verbatim take form this show. So it's not just me, but other conservative shows must think Chris, like Trump, has the pulse of the people.

    Audible
    5
    william butler
    United States3 months ago
  • Marine 1

    Great show, love Chris’s sense of humor. Listen to him every day..0

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Khesanh Vet
    United States3 months ago

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Humor and sharp wit keep politics engaging for daily listeners.
A portion critiques the show as partisan or sensationalized, reflecting strong reader opinions.
Listeners frequently cite entertaining, candid commentary and memorable lines.
Some reviews call the takes provocative and polarizing, energizing fans.

Chart Rankings

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

5-12-26 Hour 1 - More Anti-Israel violence in NYC
Q: Why are you skeptical of the media's portrayal of events and public institutions?
The host argues there is a collapse in public faith toward news, government, and law enforcement, citing polls and incidents to support a view that institutions are biased or misleading in favor of a left-leaning agenda.
5-12-26 Hour 1 - More Anti-Israel violence in NYC
Q: What happened at the Butler, Pennsylvania incident, and why is it significant to the discussion here?
The caller suggests there might have been more than one gunman and questions the thoroughness of the investigation, using it as a pivot to criticize media narratives and the government security apparatus.
5-22-26 Hour 1 - Two Lib Callers Try and Fail
Q: What's an American to you?
An American is someone who values integrity, honesty, patriotism, and conservative principles like freedom and borders, while also acknowledging Memorial Day as a reminder of national service and sacrifice.
5-19-26 Hour 1 - A Mosque shooting in San Diego
Q: What do you think motivated the mosque shooting in San Diego?
The host suggests it is connected to a broader ideological battle and accuses political factions and media of fomenting conflict, framing the incident as part of a civilizational struggle rather than a standalone act of violence.
4-27-26 Hour 3 - The Shooter's Manifesto and the Media
Q: What happened at the White House Correspondents' Dinner according to you?
The host and callers discuss an incident involving a gunman, conspiracy theories about staging, and dissatisfaction with media coverage, presenting a narrative that the event was manipulated by journalists and political actors to influence public opinion.

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Hard-edged political commentary with a provocative, monologue-driven style and heavy caller participation. Episodes skew strongly toward conservative critique of Democrats, media bias, and national politics, often peppered with sensational examples, partisan analogies, and pop-cultural asides. Sponsored reads and plug-ins are woven into the show, contributing to a fast-paced, opinion-forward experience that aims to energize a partisan audience and spur debate among listeners who want blunt, unapologetic takes on current events.

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5. James Erdman
6. Mike from Gainesville, Virginia
7. David Bozell
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