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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 (07/31/26)

In the 3 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• Trump's Nomination for Attorney General Remains Held Up in the Senate

• Listener Call: Texas Politics

Stay in Touch:

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

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (07/31/26)

In the 4 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• LOL: MSNBC Analyst Calls Fauci 'Winner of the Week'

• Interview: Steve Robinson (Investigative Reporter, The Maine Wire)

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• Listen Live: Monday-Friday on ... more

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (07/31/26)

In the 5 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• Interview: Brian Darling (Sen. Rand Paul's Former Counsel)

• Fauci's Flimsy Invocation of 5th Amendment Rights

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

THE DEREK HUNTER SHOW (07/30/26)

In the 3 PM Hour, Derek Discussed:

• Dems Are Now Beholden to the (Often Anti-Semitic) Left

• GOP Leadership Should Court Fetterman by Offering Any Chairmanship He Might Want

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• Listen Live: ... more

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Nikki Neely
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Episode: Derek Takes Your Calls, Nicole Neily
Curtis Houck
Managing Editor, NewsBusters
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • 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 States6 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 States8 months ago

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Conservative, no-nonsense analysis with lively guests and strong opinions.

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Dem like to force policies on voters. Also: Guest Rep. Laurel Libby (R- ME)
Q: Representative Libby, what was your read on Graham Platner's rise and how it resonated with Mainers?
Libby explains that Platner tapped into a message of “taking power back” but warns the underlying policies would be costly and destructive, highlighting the disconnect between his rhetoric and the real-world impact on Maine's economy and taxpayers.
Lefty in NY elections, Guest: Steve Milloy
Q: I don't know if they're necessarily there on things like all deportation is wrong. Is that something you still believe?
Yes. All deportations are wrong, even when involving individuals who have committed crimes, because deportation in those cases adds a second punishment beyond the criminal sentence.
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, HR 2
Q: What are your wishes that you'd like to see accomplish for the next year, based on your presidency?
The answer outlines a preference for pursuing diplomatic or written agreements while maintaining a willingness to take decisive actions if required, emphasizing national security and stability as overarching goals.
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, HR 2
Q: Are you concerned at all that the IRGC could sabotage any potential deal?
The response acknowledges volatility and the need to monitor developments; the decision about pursuing a deal depends on ongoing assessments and the day-to-day realities of negotiations, with a stance that actions would be taken as necessary to safeguard national interests.
Left Media on Huntavirus and Ebola, Predictions are being reported as news
Q: How urgent is it to get the patient to Germany for specialized treatment?
Very urgent; moving the patient promptly to a facility capable of providing appropriate care can significantly improve survival chances.

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What is The Derek Hunter Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A veteran conservative talk host leads a weekday, 3–6 pm ET program that blends sharp political commentary with caller interactions, guest interviews, and timely takes on domestic policy, foreign affairs, and cultural issues. Episodes frequently defend hawkish U.S. security stances, critique Democratic leadership, and pepper discussions with history, media critique, and pop culture references. Notable throughlines include strong partisan framing, insistence on accountability from allies and media, and a willingness to mix policy analysis with personal storytelling. Listeners likely appreciate candid, exit-poll-style takes, rapid-fire debater style, and content that aims to persuade as much as inform occasional guests or guests' viewpoints a... more

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2. Megan Romer
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4. Bobby Gallagher
5. Jordan Bramble
6. Isaiah Taylor
7. Matt Lozak
8. Nikki Neely

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