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The Derek Hunter Show

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A 20-year veteran of talk radio, Derek Hunter not only hosts The Derek Hunter Show every weekday from 3p-6p ET on WMAL, but he is also a senior columnist for Townhall.com, a podcaster, and a former managing editor at The Daily Caller. He previously served as a fill-in host for The Rush Limbaugh Show, and his experience spans media, policy analysis, and political communications.

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Latest Episodes

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (10/29/26)

In the 3 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• Derek Will Be Paul McCartney for Halloween This Year;

• Was the Alaska Dems' Election Scheme Illegal?

Stay in Touch:

• Listen Live: Monday-Friday on DC 105.9 FM or WMAL... more

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (10/29/26)

In the 4 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• More Sad News for Stark Trek Fans;

• NY Post: Feds Found Evidence Ilhan Omar Was in Sham Marriage With Her ‘Brother’ During 2016 Probe

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• Listen Live: Mon... more

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (10/29/26)

In the 5 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• Polling Data Suggests Ohio Guv Race Is Tightening;

• El-Sayed Campaign Is Not Exuding Confidence

Stay in Touch:

• Listen Live: Monday-Friday on DC 105.9 FM or WMAL.com more

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (10/28/26)

In the 3 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• House Is Expected to Flip to Dems, Senate Majority Is the Real Battle;

• Every Race Matters: Get Out and Vote!

Stay in Touch:

• Listen Live: Monday-Friday on DC 105.9 F... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Parshall Perry
Vice President and Senior Legal Fellow at Defending Education
Defending Education
Episode: Sarah Parshall Perry on Education, Brian Darling on AOC and El-Sayed
Brian Darling
President of Liberty Public Affairs and former longtime Senate staffer
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Episode: Sarah Parshall Perry on Education, Brian Darling on AOC and El-Sayed
Tim Graham
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NewsBusters
Episode: Tim Graham on Katie Zacharia, Kurt Schlichter on the Midterms
Kurt Schlichter
Senior columnist at Townhall and author of American Warlord
Townhall
Episode: Tim Graham on Katie Zacharia, Kurt Schlichter on the Midterms
Abdul El-Sayed
Public figure and former Detroit mayoral candidate, referenced in discussion
Michigan political figure
Episode: Mamdani Doubles Down, Is El-Sayed in Trouble?
Harry Enten
Political analyst providing polling and registration insights
CNN contributor (as referenced in clips)
Episode: Voter Registration Trends, Local Dems Tolerate Crime
Brian McNicoll
Former sports reporter and analyst on college athletics
Episode: College Athletics, Midterm Elections
Abdulrahman Mohammed El-Sayed
Political candidate, public figure
Public-facing political platform
Episode: Another WNBA Controversy, El-Sayed Wants Taxpayer-Funded Political Campaigns
David Bozell
President of the Media Research Center
Media Research Center
Episode: David Bozell, Grover Norquist

Host

Derek Hunter
Host of The Derek Hunter Show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • The best since Rush

    Derek is so very funny and witty! Wmal has found a new winner. And, i’m sorry, but he outshines everyone else. I talk radio right now I’m sorry Mark Levine, this guy is the mew Tush!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hz from Alex
    United States4 months ago
  • Hunter > Bongino

    Skip the grifter and listen to this guy, (he has his own podcast too, which covers similar material, but with the much needed addition of cussing on the regular lately).

    Derek brings a no nonsense show, with more humility than Levin or Hannity. No, he’s not Rush, but he’s a darn sight better than all the millionaires out there tossing out “facts” then backpedaling… Good info, good guests, and entertaining to boot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bahama33
    United States9 months ago
  • Maybe the new Rush?

    Derek is one of the best, most talented voices in the conservative fermanent. So glad one can listen to the show via iTunes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jakdec22
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Strong guests and good discussion, though opinions can be polarizing.
Comparable to Rush-era talk in energy and style, but with its own voice.
Engaging and bold host with witty, no-nonsense delivery.
Feels like the modern conservative take with practical policy angles.

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#229
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Sarah Parshall Perry on Education, Brian Darling on AOC and El-Sayed
Q: What do you think AOC is up to here with a million dollars to somebody in the other chamber?
Darling says Ocasio-Cortez is likely positioning herself for a presidential run, pointing to her visits to Iowa and New Hampshire.
Sarah Parshall Perry on Education, Brian Darling on AOC and El-Sayed
Q: Is what's going on in Kalamazoo different because of the explicit nature of the way it's spelled out in the contract, or is this common and it's just a matter of reading through the thousands of contracts that are out there?
Perry says the contract is unusually blatant, including a formula for hiring and promotion, but similar discrimination can occur elsewhere. She notes that Title VI applies to employment practices in publicly funded education institutions.
Tim Graham on Katie Zacharia, Kurt Schlichter on the Midterms
Q: How do you think this is going to go, or is everybody immediately going into damage control?
Graham expects Abdul El-Sayed to continue giving interviews, while saying Kristen Welker's interview appeared to be damage control and that El-Sayed believes he handles interviews better than he does.
Tim Graham on Katie Zacharia, Kurt Schlichter on the Midterms
Q: What do you make of her treatment?
Graham says Zacharia was not the right person for the press secretary role and argues that a pundit accustomed to short commentary may struggle to explain an administration's positions.
College Athletics, Midterm Elections
Q: Where do you see the best chances for a shift in Senate control in this cycle?
The hosts and guests weigh several battlegrounds, highlighting states like Maine, Ohio, Michigan, Alaska, and Texas as pivotal, with the overall possibility of Democrats edging toward a 51-seat majority depending on turnout and late-stage developments.

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A conservative-leaning talk show anchored by a veteran host, combining sharp political commentary with media analysis, policy critique, and a steady stream of callers and guests. Episodes frequently tackle healthcare costs, labor and education, media bias, and partisan dynamics, often challenging mainstream narratives and spotlighting regulatory and policy debates. Notable strengths include a bold, opinionated style, high engagement with listeners, and guest lineups that blend policy experts with political commentators to illuminate current events from a reform-minded perspective.

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1. Sarah Parshall Perry
2. Brian Darling
3. Tim Graham
4. Kurt Schlichter
5. Abdul El-Sayed
6. Harry Enten
7. Brian McNicoll
8. Abdulrahman Mohammed El-Sayed

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