Videos - Josh Hammer

Friday, February 20, 2026

Josh opens the show by breaking down Friday’s major Supreme Court ruling on tariffs and what the decision could mean moving forward. He shares where he believes the administration goes from here and why he hopes the president has a backup plan. He then dives into what he calls the latest examples of blue-state dysfunction, including reports that the Chicago Bears could consider moving to Indiana amid Illinois’ high tax environment, and the growing outrage in New York City over the possibility of yet another mayoral tax hike. Later, Jillian Michaels joins the program to discuss the MAHA movement and how RFK is performing in his first year in the administration. They examine what has been accomplished so far, what still needs to be done to put Americans back in control of their health, and whether California can change course politically under Governor Gavin Newsom and current leadership.

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Josh reacts to President Trump’s newly formed “Board of Peace” and what was revealed during Thursday’s press conference. He asks the big question: does this new initiative have a real chance of succeeding? Daniel Greenfield of the David Horowitz Freedom Center joins to discuss his research into alleged Somali-related fraud tied to mass migration. Josh also breaks down reports of quiet talks between Marco Rubio and Cuban leaders, and closes by highlighting the recent drop in crime under the Trump DOJ — and why he believes that story isn’t getting enough attention.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Josh opens the show by breaking down new reports that the United States may be preparing for a potential conflict with Iran. He explains what this could mean for Americans at home, the long-term implications for the country, and the latest details emerging about the possible timing and strategy. Rachel Bovard, Vice President of Programs at the Conservative Partnership Institute, joins the program to discuss the voting legislation passed in the House last week and the growing debate in Washington over eliminating the filibuster. Josh also calls out what he sees as misinformation from Stephen Colbert and The Late Show regarding the FCC, and why he believes the narrative being pushed doesn’t match reality.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Today Josh shares a bold prediction he believes could play out at the Supreme Court this summer. He explains why the timing makes sense, especially with the 2026 midterms on the horizon, and what the potential impact could be. Josh then turns to Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s continued overseas trip, including his latest stop and speech in Hungary on Monday, and discusses what it signals about U.S. foreign policy and America’s role abroad. To close, Josh reflects on the start of Ash Wednesday and explores the parallels between the Christian season of Lent and the Jewish calendar, sharing what we can take away from both traditions.

Monday, February 16, 2026

Josh opens the show by breaking down Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s headline-grabbing speech in Germany. He explains why Rubio’s address was a home run, what message it sent to Europe and America’s adversaries, and what comes next following the powerful remarks. Josh also discusses why he believes Europe has become a shadow of its former self and argues that the time has come for European leaders to stop apologizing and start leading. He then turns to the latest developments in Iran as protests continue across the country, calling out what he sees as the deafening silence from many Democrats and why he believes that silence effectively sides with the ruling regime. Later, Josh is joined by Erick Erickson, host of The Erick Erickson Show, to preview the 2026 midterm elections and lay out what Republicans must do to maintain control of both the House and Senate. To close the episode, Josh reflects on the history of Presidents' Day and shares what the holiday means to him personally.

Friday, February 13, 2026

Josh opens the show by breaking down what he calls a historic move by the Trump administration to roll back several Obama-era EPA regulations. He explains why supporters see the decision as a major win and why it’s sparking intense backlash from critics on the Left. He’s then joined by E.J. Antoni, Chief Economist at The Heritage Foundation, to discuss the latest economic headlines and unpack the newest inflation numbers. Antoni offers insight into where the economy may be headed and what it means for Americans moving forward. Later, Jay Richards, Vice President of Social and Domestic Policy at The Heritage Foundation, joins Josh to react to this week’s religious liberty commission hearing and the controversy surrounding it.

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Josh opens the show with the tragic news of another school shooting involving a transgender suspect, this time in Canada. He reflects on why these horrific events continue to happen and what can realistically be done to prevent future tragedies. He then turns to Capitol Hill, reacting to the fireworks surrounding Attorney General Pam Bondi’s recent hearing and what the tense exchanges reveal about the current political climate. Josh also weighs in on why Democrats continue to focus on Jeffrey Epstein while, in his view, ignoring historically low crime trends. Later in the show, Josh breaks down common misconceptions surrounding the First Amendment, explaining why free speech is essential but not the only principle that should guide public discourse. He wraps up by discussing the Save America Act and argues that, once again, Democrats find themselves on the opposite side of an issue that a strong majority of Americans support.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

On today’s show, Josh is joined by Randy Sutton, retired police lieutenant and founder of The Wounded Blue. Sutton breaks down the latest developments in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, examines the numerous missteps by local police, and discusses where the investigation and the community go from here. Josh then turns to the international stage, discussing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s trip to the United States and what could come from his upcoming meetings with American leaders. Next, Josh is joined by Stephen Yates, Heritage Foundation Senior Research Fellow for China and National Security Policy, for a wide-ranging foreign policy discussion focused on rising tensions in Asia and what to watch when it comes to Japan, China, and U.S. strategic interests. To close the show, Josh reacts to the latest positive economic news and reminds listeners why, heading toward the 2026 midterms, it once again comes down to a familiar political reality: it’s the economy that matters most.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Josh opens the show by sounding the alarm on what he sees as a troubling marijuana trend—arguing that recent developments only reinforce his long-held concerns about legalization. He breaks down what he views as one of President Trump’s missteps on the issue, while also giving credit to a recent New York Times op-ed that highlights the growing scale of drug use across the country. He then turns to Monday’s religious liberty hearing, reacting to testimony and rhetoric that he says unfairly paints Israel as the villain in nearly every context. Josh offers his take on what was said and why it matters in the broader cultural and political debate. Next, Josh dives into the latest controversy surrounding Bad Bunny following his Super Bowl performance and what fallout may still be ahead. He wraps up with a look at immigration, addressing new policy rumors and explaining why, in his view, some of the ideas being floated could undermine the Trump agenda moving forward.

Monday, February 9, 2026

Josh opens the show by diving into what everyone is talking about after the Super Bowl — and it’s not the game, but the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny. He explains why the performance struck many viewers as more divisive than unifying and examines how the NFL’s cultural messaging has shifted in recent years. Josh also breaks down why some conservatives have taken issue with the halftime choice and argues that many critics are missing the larger point behind the backlash. He then turns to the growing controversy surrounding comments from several U.S. Olympians regarding ICE agents, and what their remarks reveal about the broader cultural climate. Josh also discusses last week’s moment involving the New York City mayor quoting the Quran, tying it into what he sees as a larger cultural and political shift impacting the country. To close the show, Josh looks at rising tensions with Iran and previews the upcoming meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump, explaining why the conversation could carry major implications for the region and beyond.