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The James Bolt Show

Sky News Australia / NZ
Iran
Donald Trump
United States
New York City
Artemis II
Democrats
China
No Kings Protests
Delilah's Law
Tucker Carlson
MAGA
Trump
Republican Party
Israel
JCPOA
Sanctions
Islamic Republic Of Iran
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)
Sky News Australia

Andrew Bolt has spent decades shaping debate, now his son James takes to the stage with a sharp retort of his own. Informed and unafraid, The James Bolt Show brings the next generation into the national conversation.

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This week on the James Bolt show, Sky News Digital Presenter James Bolt is joined by 'Triggernometry' co-host Francis Foster to unpack embattled UK PM Keir Starmer as he clings to power, who could replace him, and Reform's massive gains.

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This week on The James Bolt Show, Sky News Digital Presenter James Bolt is joined by FDD Research Fellow Max Meizlish to investigate the collapsing US-Iran ceasefire and how China is impacted by the conflict ahead of Trump’s critical visit.

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This week on The James Bolt Show, Sky News Digital Presenter James Bolt is joined by former RNC Spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko to unpack the latest from Iran, Trump's latest polling, Tucker Carlson's unhinged New York Times interview and more.

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This week on The James Bolt Show, Sky News Digital Presenter James Bolt is joined by FDD Iran Analyst Janatan Sayeh to unpack the extension of the Iran-US ceasefire, recounting his protests in Tehran, and who is really in charge of the regime. more

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Max Meizlish
Research Fellow, Foundations for the Defense of Democracy
Foundations for the Defense of Democracy
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 13 May
Elizabeth Pipko
Former RNC spokeswoman
Republican National Committee
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 6 May
Janatan Sayeh
A guest expert, from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 22 April
Mirai Meleki
Mentioned as a colleague in prior discussions
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 22 April
Adam B. Coleman
Founder of Wrong Speak Publishing and Wrong Speak Films, author
Wrong Speak Publishing / Wrong Speak Films
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 8 April
John Fund
Political journalist
National Review/Business Insider (as inferred from context)
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 1 April
Robby Soave
Guest, staff writer for Reason
Reason
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 25 March
Noah Rothman
National Review writer and guest on the episode
National Review
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 18 March
Miad Meleki
Former U.S. Treasury official; Foundation for the Defense of Democracies member
Foundation for the Defense of Democracies
Episode: The James Bolt Show | 4 March

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James Bolt
Host of The James Bolt Show. Combines sharp political analysis with bold stances on geopolitics and policy.

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The James Bolt Show | 1 April
Q: When you see those protests, what are your reactions?
Fund responds that the protests are largely elderly and white and may be manufactured, with signs and buses suggesting organized, not purely grassroots, activity, while acknowledging concerns raised by protesters about government overreach.
The James Bolt Show | 18 March
Q: What's the broader media dynamic around coverage of the Iran war?
Noah Rothman argues the press has been relentlessly negative and driven by incentives to shape a particular narrative, while also recognizing that some outlets selectively highlight risks to push a domestic political storyline.
The James Bolt Show | 18 March
Q: What's your reaction to that resignation and the broader Iran policy at this moment?
The host frames the resignation as significant but argues the administration's Iran policy has managed to keep pressure on Tehran while avoiding a fatal miscalculation, inviting a discussion about whether the media overstates failure and whether policy is achieving strategic objectives.
The James Bolt Show | 6 May
Q: What role do you see media coverage playing in shaping or reshaping public support during this phase of the conflict?
Media narratives influence perception by highlighting or downplaying risks, which can sway independent voters and impact the perceived legitimacy of foreign policy decisions, making media responsibility and framing critical to political outcomes.
The James Bolt Show | 6 May
Q: Do you think the polling numbers reflect genuine public sentiment, or are they mainly a reflection of media narratives and partisan alignment around the administration?
Polls are seen as mixed indicators: while some show cautious support when framed as preventing nuclear threats, others reveal skepticism about ongoing military engagement and a desire for domestic priorities to take precedence.

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The show delivers hard-edged political analysis and geopolitics, with a strong emphasis on U.S. foreign policy, sanctions, and global power dynamics, often paired with pointed commentary on domestic politics and media narratives. Episodes commonly feature an interview guest who typically comes from think tanks, journalism, or policy institutes, offering nuanced takes on Iran, China, and US-Europe relations, alongside vigorous host-led critique of leadership and political strategy. It's known for provocative stances, brisk pacing, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, making it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful yet unapologetic takes on current events and geopolitics.

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2. Elizabeth Pipko
3. Janatan Sayeh
4. Mirai Meleki
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6. John Fund
7. Robby Soave
8. Noah Rothman

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