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Host Steve Hayes is joined by Jonah Goldberg, Megan McArdle and guests for a thoughtful discussion on politics, policy and culture.

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Steve Hayes is joined by Jonah Goldberg, Megan McArdle, and David French to discuss the political battle over data centers and Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada.

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—Data center u-turn

—How data centers affect communities

—National se... more

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Steve Hayes is joined by Jonah Goldberg, Kevin Williamson, and Mike Warren to discuss the U.S. crossing the $40 trillion debt threshold and the prospect of “growing our way out of it.”

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—Kevin explains how we got here

—Entitlement spend... more

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Steve Hayes is joined by Jonah Goldberg, Mike Nelson, and Kevin Williamson to discuss President Donald Trump’s decision to scale back military exercises with South Korea, his “good relationship with Kim Jong Un,” and the U.S. munitions crisis.

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Steve Hayes is joined by Mike Warren, Jonah Goldberg, and Chris Stirewalt to discuss the future of the conservative movement ahead of the 2026 midterms and 2028 GOP primaries.

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—Subscribe to The Dispatch’s new newsletter, Next Right

—Th... more

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Kevin Williamson
National Correspondent at The Dispatch
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Episode: Should MAGA Expect Representation in the Mainstream Media?
Jonah Goldberg
The Dispatch editor-in-chief, frequent commentator
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Episode: Why Socialism Is Becoming Popular on The Left
Kyla Scanlon
Author of In This Economy? How Money & Markets Really Work
Dispatch Markets
Episode: The Hidden Privacy Cost of Wearable Tech
Surya Gowda
Reporter for The Dispatch
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Episode: How Trump Made $2.2 Billion Since Taking Office
Rachel Hoff
Policy Director at the Ronald Reagan Institute
Ronald Reagan Institute
Episode: What Americans Believe About Foreign Policy
Chris Stirewalt
Contributing writer for The Dispatch
The Dispatch
Episode: What’s Left of the Right?
Stephen Richer
Legal fellow with the Cato Institute's Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies and senior practice fellow in American democracy at Harvard Kennedy School
Cato Institute / Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: Will Trump Interfere with the 2026 Midterms?
Scott Linsacum
Episode: State Corporatism on the Rise
Chris Stierwalt
Episode: State Corporatism on the Rise

Hosts

Steve Hayes
Host of The Dispatch Podcast; long-time political analyst and co-founder at The Dispatch.
Mike Warren
Dispatch Politics Editor and frequent panelist.
John McCormick
Senior Editor providing political and editorial context.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Conservative & Classically Liberal

    If you’re bewildered by the illiberal populists dominating both parties, the Dispatch provides a welcome respite. I found them when I was feeling increasingly alienated by both parties and highly recommend them to anyone looking for, or trying to understand, what might be called the center-right (or conservative classical liberalism).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JARidoutt
    United Statesa month ago
  • Most honest political show going

    Always pragmatic, non blowhard analysis. If the majority of Americans listed to, and read the dispatch, we’d all be in a much better place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uriah82
    United States2 months ago
  • A must listen to podcast

    This is a “must listen to” podcast! Honest and refreshing take on the topics! Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F-4 Phorever!
    United States2 months ago
  • The Trump lite people

    We don’t like that thing Trump did but the real issue is how mean the Democrats were to us.

    Isgur is just a hateful troll like Ben Givr

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mnytdvloddem
    Australia2 months ago
  • So good.

    This is a must listen to each week for me. It’s reasonable, interesting, and even a little funny. This show helps me think critically about our political moment but doesn’t incite me or enrage me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SED1593
    United States3 months ago

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Appreciated for avoiding hot takes in favor of careful reasoning.
Genuine, non-partisan tone that emphasizes evidence over rhetoric.
Thoughtful, balanced analysis with actionable takeaways.
High-caliber guests and candid reflections on journalism and policy.
Some listeners feel the discussions can be lengthy or dense for casual listeners.

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What’s Next for the Right?
Q: What might the post-Trump right look like and who could lead it?
There are multiple potential trajectories, with JD Vance a strong but not sure future, and other figures like Rubio or Kemp possibly consolidating support if they can distance themselves from Trump and appeal to traditional conservatives.
Why Trump Is Obsessed with Passing the SAVE America Act
Q: Mike, can you tell us what this fight is really about?
The panel explains that the fight centers on whether the SAVE Act is a legitimate attempt to reform federal election oversight and voter rolls, or a strategic move to weaken filibuster protections and tilt elections in favor of Republicans, with many arguing the latter is driven by political optics more than solid policy evidence.
Trump’s Grip on the GOP Holds
Q: How does Trump's influence shape candidate behavior in upcoming races like Texas or Kentucky?
Hosts argue that Trump's influence creates incentives for candidates to align with his base, often at the expense of traditional party positions, and that incumbents may face primary challenges if they do not demonstrate unwavering loyalty.
Why is Trump Relitigating the 2020 Election?
Q: Stephen, could you run our audience through what the hand recount involved and what it found?
The hand recount involved bipartisan teams counting every electoral ballot, and while there were minor discrepancies, none were material enough to affect the election results.
Why is Trump Relitigating the 2020 Election?
Q: Stephen, why is Fulton County in the news at all six years after Joe Biden was elected president?
Fulton County remains relevant due to ongoing investigations into the 2020 election and the recent FBI seizure of materials regarding alleged election irregularities.

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The show presents thoughtful, data-driven discussion on politics, policy, and culture from a center-to-center-right perspective. Roundtable hosts dissect current events with an emphasis on electoral dynamics, media literacy, and policy implications, often weaving in historical context and lessons from economic and legal angles. Guests tend to be seasoned writers, lawyers, and analysts tied to conservative-leaning outlets, delivering measured critique without partisan bluster. A noteworthy trait is the mix of long-form analysis, candid self-reflection from guests about journalism and policy, and a steady stream of sponsor messages that keeps the pacing brisk. This combination makes it appealing to listeners who want principled, nuanced conve... more

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