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Is Hamas Brilliant?
26 Apr
The episode delves into Hamas's strategic use of hostage videos to manipulate Israeli society and government, stirring a national debate on the balance betwe...
26 Apr
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Limousine Liberals for Hamas
25 Apr
The episode analyzes the complex relationship between universities and pro-Hamas movements in the U.S., exploring in particular how conservative figures like...
25 Apr
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The Horrors at Columbia
22 Apr
At Columbia University, escalating anti-Semitic protests have highlighted longstanding academic issues, prompting discussions on safety, enforcement, and hig...
22 Apr
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Israel Hits Iran and Columbia's Turn
19 Apr
The episode covers Israel's recent military strike on Iran, evaluating its implications for Middle Eastern geopolitics and potential as a deterrent. Addition...
19 Apr
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Israelis Need to Watch 'The Godfather'
18 Apr
In this episode, the hosts discuss the pervasive issues of antisemitism in academic institutions, emphasizing the situation at Columbia University. They expl...
18 Apr
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Trump at the Bodega
17 Apr
The episode examines the contrasting campaign strategies of Donald Trump and Joe Biden, highlighting Trump's charisma and unconventional tactics like his eng...
17 Apr
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Return of the Weathermen?
16 Apr
The episode discusses recent protests across major U.S. cities where pro-Hamas rhetoric has escalated to alarming levels, reminiscent of the 1960s radical mo...
16 Apr
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The Iran Attack
15 Apr
The full Commentary Magazine podcast team discusses a recent ineffective missile attack by Iran on Israel, highlighting the unprecedented coordinated defense...
15 Apr
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OJ's Nightmarish Legacy
12 Apr
Reflecting on the cultural aftermath of OJ Simpson's trial, the podcast explores how it shifted public perception of justice, race, and media spectacle in Am...
12 Apr
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The Iranian Threat
11 Apr
The panel discusses the potential for escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, citing intelligence chatter about an imminent Iranian strike on Israel in ...
11 Apr
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The 5 Percent Fantasy
10 Apr
This episode of the Commentary Magazine Podcast discusses the complexities of U.S. foreign policy regarding Israel and Palestine, highlighting President Bide...
10 Apr
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Trump's Abortion Buzzsaw
9 Apr
The episode dissects several political maneuvers, from Donald Trump's stance on abortion to Joe Biden's student loan debt relief efforts, and their potential...
9 Apr
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A Dark New Reality
8 Apr
The episode examines the Biden administration's shifting stance on Israel, focusing on its implications for Israeli actions in Gaza as geopolitical tensions ...
8 Apr
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Biden Makes Israel the Bad Guy
5 Apr
The podcast critically analyzes the Biden administration's response to an Israeli strike on a food convoy intended for Gaza, highlighting a possible shift in...
5 Apr
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Biden's Incoherence Exposed
4 Apr
The podcast episode discusses President Biden's contradictory stance on Israel, which is alienating both supporters of Israel and critics, while also invitin...
4 Apr
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The Israel Pile-On
3 Apr
The podcast discusses the Biden administration's response to Israel's involvement in a tragic strike on a food aid convoy in Gaza, noting Israel's swift apol...
3 Apr
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The Unforgivable and the Forgivable
2 Apr
The podcast delves into the recent anti-Semitic riot in Teaneck, New Jersey, targeting a synagogue fundraiser for a Jewish burial society, contrasting it wit...
2 Apr
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Why the Delay on Rafah?
1 Apr
The discussants explore the complex dynamics between American and Israeli officials regarding military operations in Rafah, highlighting delays influenced by...
1 Apr
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No Excuses for Sam Bankman-Fried
29 Mar
Exploring the legal implications of Sam Bankman-Fried's sentencing for fraud, the podcast discusses his family's attempts to rationalize his conduct and thei...
29 Mar
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The Lieberman Legacy
28 Mar
The episode delves into the life and career of Joe Lieberman, highlighting his bipartisan approach to politics and his role as a significant Jewish figure in...
28 Mar
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Bridge Over Troubled Nation
27 Mar
The podcast discusses the recent bridge collapse in Maryland as a symptom of a broader trust crisis in the United States, exacerbated by uncertainties surrou...
27 Mar
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The Biden Turn
26 Mar
Eli Lake discusses the implications of the Biden administration's abstention from a UN Security Council ceasefire resolution, indicating a shift in American ...
26 Mar
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The No-Congressional-Body Problem
25 Mar
The episode dives into the geopolitical fallout of a recent terrorist attack in Russia, attributing its origins to ISIS and discussing Vladimir Putin's respo...
25 Mar
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The Pursuit of Happiness
22 Mar
American Jews overwhelmingly approve of Israel's actions against Hamas despite claims otherwise by some political figures, according to a new Pew poll. Meanw...
22 Mar
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The Stakes in Gaza
21 Mar
The episode dissects the geopolitical tensions surrounding Israel's conflict in Gaza, highlighting a conversation between Israeli official Ron Dermer and Dan...
21 Mar
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An Anniversary of Sorts
20 Mar
The episode reflects on the four-year anniversary of the podcast's daily format, delving into political and international developments. Discussions cover Ber...
20 Mar
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The Biden Breakdown and the Middle Class
19 Mar
The podcast discusses the Biden administration's complicated stance on Israel's military actions in Gaza and the elite's impact on the American middle class....
19 Mar
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Bloodbathing
18 Mar
The episode critiques the media's reaction to Trump's use of the term 'bloodbath' and examines the implications of Chuck Schumer's controversial call for Isr...
18 Mar
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Ground Chuck
15 Mar
Dan Senor joins the podcast to analyze the political implications of Chuck Schumer's surprising speech against Benjamin Netanyahu. The discussion highlights ...
15 Mar
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The TikTok Political Earthquake
14 Mar
The episode discusses the bipartisan political movement to force ByteDance, the Chinese Communist Party-owned company, to divest from TikTok due to national ...
14 Mar
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And Now, the Threat from the North
13 Mar
The episode covers escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with particular focus on the northern border. It also critiques the Biden administration...
13 Mar
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Is Trump Being Railroaded?
12 Mar
Andrew C. McCarthy discusses potential constitutional and procedural violations in the prosecutions of Donald Trump, emphasizing the differing legal standard...
12 Mar
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Joe Balaam
11 Mar
Eli Lake joins the Commentary Magazine Podcast to discuss Jonathan Glazer's Holocaust film, "The Zone of Interest," which made controversial statements liken...
11 Mar
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So He Did OK!
8 Mar
The podcast analyzes the effectiveness of Joe Biden's performance during the State of the Union address, noting its success in terms of political strategy bu...
8 Mar
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Biden, Israel, and the SOTU
7 Mar
Ruthie Blum joins from Israel to address key topics concerning US-Israel relations, including the treatment of Benny Gantz by the Biden administration and th...
7 Mar
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Not-So-Super Wednesday
6 Mar
The episode covers the political fallout from the recent Super Tuesday results, highlighting the unexpected winner Jason Palmer in American Samoa and the imp...
6 Mar
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SCOTUS, Trump, and the War on the Jews
5 Mar
The episode delves into the Supreme Court ruling affirming Donald Trump's eligibility to be on the Colorado ballot and explores the implications of this deci...
5 Mar
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Did Kamala Turn on Israel?
4 Mar
The podcast analyzes Kamala Harris's recent statements on Israel, perceived by some as a call for a ceasefire and a shift in US policy, but deemed not substa...
4 Mar
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Men at Work
1 Mar
David Bahnsen joins The Commentary Magazine Podcast for a discussion on his new book "Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life," examining the decline in the ...
1 Mar
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Are We Overreading Primary Results?
29 Feb
Steve Kornacki provides an analysis of the Republican primaries, suggesting an overestimation of anti-Trump sentiment based on these primary results. He high...
29 Feb
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Who's Afraid of the 'Uncommitted'?
28 Feb
The podcast discusses the recent Michigan 'Uncommitted' campaign results, which showed minimal impact on Joe Biden's standing, suggesting his fears about los...
28 Feb
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It's Almost Government Shutdown Time
27 Feb
The episode discusses the impending U.S. government shutdown due to Congressional gridlock, highlighting how this political stalemate could benefit Joe Biden...
27 Feb
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Trump's Got Some Trouble
26 Feb
Henry Olsen joins the podcast to discuss the Republican primary results in South Carolina, highlighting Donald Trump's decisive wins alongside significant su...
26 Feb
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Two Years of Putin's Monstrous War
23 Feb
The episode delves into the intricate political dynamics around U.S. aid to Ukraine amidst strong public support but legislative stagnation due to American p...
23 Feb
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Can We Trust 'Confidential Sources'?
22 Feb
Eli Lake joins the podcast to discuss the arrest of a confidential source in the Biden investigation and the potential impact on the Squad's political future...
22 Feb
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What Is Nikki Haley Up To?
21 Feb
Nikki Haley's announcement that she will stay in the GOP race until mathematically eliminated is seen as strategic against Trump's dominance, as legal issues...
21 Feb
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Will Navalny's Death Change Things?
20 Feb
The podcast discusses the geopolitical consequences of Alexei Navalny's alleged assassination and its impact on the debate over the West's response to Putin ...
20 Feb
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The Cross of Gould
16 Feb
The discussion centers on an essay by Emily Gould that narrates her mental breakdown and the contemplation of divorce, considered a poignant cultural comment...
16 Feb
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Space, Gaza, and Lina Khan
15 Feb
The episode addresses the emerging national security threat posed by possible Russian anti-satellite weapons and reflects on the geopolitical situation in Ga...
15 Feb
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The Rs Lose a Seat
14 Feb
The episode delves into the aftermath of the special election in New York, focusing on the implications of Democratic victory in a supposed Republican strong...
14 Feb