The Josh Hammer Show

Josh opens the show by breaking down the latest developments in Iran following the events of the weekend and what they signal about where the conflict may be heading. He also explains why the opening—and potential closing—of the Strait of Hormuz carries enormous consequences for global energy markets and geopolitical stability.

Josh is then joined by Samuel Goldman, Associate Professor of Humanities at the University of Florida’s Hamilton School, to discuss Christian Zionism—what it is, where it comes from, and why the topic is more relevant today than ever before. The two explore the deep historical roots of the idea, tracing it back to the 1600s, and explain how it continues to shape modern political and religious debates.

Josh closes the show by discussing a tragic story that he argues could have been prevented, highlighting how the Left’s soft-on-crime policies continue to put innocent lives at risk.

Josh discusses the latest developments in Iran and whether the war may finally be approaching its endgame. He breaks down the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and what it could mean for global energy markets and oil prices moving forward.

Josh also takes aim at the growing campaign on the Left to target and intimidate conservative lawyers, explaining why these attacks strike at the heart of the legal system and the rule of law.

He then reacts to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’s remarks earlier this week, where Thomas warned that modern progressivism poses a serious threat to America’s institutions and constitutional order.

Josh closes the show by examining a new study showing religion declining among young women while rising among young men. He explores why this divide may be emerging and what can be done to reverse a broader trend of declining faith in America.

Josh opens the show by tackling the growing rumors of a potential Supreme Court vacancy later this year and what it could mean for the future balance of the Court. He shares his thoughts on who he believes should be considered for the highest court in the land and makes the case that now is not the time for a “go-along-to-get-along” nominee—but rather a no-nonsense conservative willing to stand firm on the Constitution.

Josh is then joined by Lara Trump, former RNC co-chair and Trump campaign senior advisor, to discuss the endgame in the war with Iran and how the conflict could shape the political landscape heading into the midterm elections. She also weighs in on the narrative that Republican momentum is fading—and why she believes the reality looks very different.

Josh wraps up the show by reacting to Vice President JD Vance’s remarks at a recent TPUSA event, highlighting what his comments say about the direction of the conservative movement.

Josh responds to the pope’s recent comments about the war in Iran and examining how they square with Scripture. He also breaks down the latest developments in the ongoing peace talks between Israel and Lebanon and what the newest updates could mean for stability across the Middle East.

Josh is then joined by Peter St. Onge, Senior Economist at The Heritage Foundation, to discuss the state of the economy and the real key to bringing oil prices down—both here at home and around the world.

Later, Josh reacts to a major Left-wing influencer once again making headlines with inflammatory comments, and he explains why Republicans would be wise to spotlight rhetoric like this to show just how far outside the mainstream parts of the modern Left have drifted.

With a packed news cycle, Josh opens the show with the latest developments involving Iran, as the military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz enters its second day. Josh breaks down where things stand with the ongoing peace talks and the many moving pieces shaping the situation.

Josh is then joined by Lee Smith, writer for Tablet Magazine and author of The China Matrix, to discuss Iran and what it will take to know when the job there is truly complete. Smith also offers insight into how Iran’s military is responding to the war.

Later, Josh reacts to a bombshell report from the Department of Justice regarding biased enforcement of the FACE Act by the Biden administration against pro-life activists. Josh explains why the revelations matter and how conservatives should respond.

Josh also dives into the latest political fallout after Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned following sexual assault allegations that surfaced over the weekend—and why the sudden return of #MeToo-style scrutiny in this case caught many observers by surprise.

Mark Davis fills in for Josh and tackles a packed news cycle. He breaks down the latest ceasefire developments with Iran, the sudden collapse of Eric Swalwell’s run for California governor, and the reaction from Democrats turning on one of their own. Mark also weighs in on comments from the pope and what the return of Artemis signals for the next chapter of space exploration.

On today’s show, Josh breaks down the ceasefire deal announced earlier this week and where things stand now. He explains how Iran appears to be falling short of its commitments and what that could mean for the prospects of a longer-term peace agreement. Josh is then joined by "Breaking History" podcast host Eli Lake to help make sense of the latest developments in Iran and what they could signal moving forward. Later in the show, Josh reacts to comments from the head of NATO that seem to echo the president’s criticism that NATO allies are not pulling their weight. Josh also discusses the Dignity Act, recently introduced on Capitol Hill, which would grant amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants, and explains why he believes the MAGA base will strongly oppose it.

In this episode, Josh Hammer explores the deep historical and philosophical roots of American identity, connecting the Passover story of Exodus to the founding principles of the United States. He explains how the Bible, the European Enlightenment, and Protestantism helped shape American democracy, sovereignty, and the nation’s constitutional foundations.

On today’s show, Josh takes a deep dive into the major legal battles shaping the country. He explains what the Founding Fathers intended with our system of three branches of government before being joined by Article III Project Founder and President Mike Davis. The two discuss the birthright citizenship case now before the Supreme Court and Davis reacts to the news that Attorney General Pam Bondi was removed from her position last week.

On Tuesday’s show, Josh explains how the Left once again fell hook, line, and sinker for Trump after reacting to a social media post earlier in the day. Josh argues this is exactly why Trump continues to resonate with everyday Americans while his critics keep missing the point. He also breaks down why NATO should take the president’s remarks at Monday’s press conference very seriously. Later, Josh looks at why Democrats may not be in the strong position many assumed heading into the 2028 midterms. He wraps up by discussing the vice president’s trip to Hungary and why the VP has a Tucker Carlson problem.

Josh opens the show by discussing the heroic rescue operation over the weekend involving soldiers in Iran. He breaks down the high-level strategy that made the mission possible and the “next-level chess” that went into bringing the service members home safely. Josh also examines the reaction from the Left to the ongoing war, highlighting some of the more outrageous comments that have surfaced. He then addresses the misinformation being spread about Donald Trump before turning to the breaking news of Attorney General Pam Bondi being fired, what led to the decision, and what it could mean moving forward.

On this Good Friday edition of the show, Josh reflects on the significance of Passover falling during the same week as Good Friday and Easter, and the meaning behind both religious observances. He’s joined by Judge Roy Altman to discuss his new book, Israel on Trial. They discuss separating truth from propaganda and what international law actually says about claims of occupation, apartheid, and genocide. Judge Altman also explains why now is the right time for a book like this.

Josh takes a deep dive into the historical roots of Left-wing political violence, tracing the ideology and movements back to the late 1700s and highlighting some of the violent episodes that shaped modern political extremism. Later, Josh is joined by author Jamie Glazov to discuss his new book United in Hate and the ideological forces driving today’s political Left. The two examine why authoritarian impulses often emerge within Leftist movements and how those ideas collide with principles like human rights, liberty, and democratic governance.

On today’s show, Josh discusses President Trump becoming the first president in history to sit in on Supreme Court oral arguments, as the Court hears the case surrounding Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship. Josh breaks down the legal arguments and explains why he believes the outcome could ultimately hinge on one or two of the Court’s conservative justices.

Josh also examines the latest developments involving Iran, outlining what he believes could be the next step in the conflict and why he thinks military action may once again be on the horizon.

Finally, Josh weighs in on the ongoing debate surrounding NATO, discussing why critics argue the alliance has become increasingly ineffective and whether the United States could eventually reconsider its role in the organization.

On today’s show, Josh opens by discussing how Tyler Robinson’s defense team is attempting to sow doubt in the case—and how the usual bad actors on the Right are seizing on that effort to fuel conspiracy theories.

Josh then turns to the Supreme Court, where free speech once again prevailed and the state of Colorado once again came up short in a major ruling.

Later, Josh breaks down the latest developments involving Iran and reacts to comments from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth about the current situation.

And finally, Josh reflects on the rise and fall of Tiger Woods, and what we can all learn from the lessons surrounding his most recent DUI.

Charlie Kirk Conspiracy Idiocy and Free Speech Wins Again at SCOTUS.

Todays show is sponsored by IFCJ and Angel Studios.

On today’s show, Josh breaks down the latest developments surrounding Iran, including the president’s recent comments on potential boots on the ground and the possibility of regime change. Josh is joined by Rebeccah Heinrichs, Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute, to discuss what the endgame in Iran could look like and what U.S. strategy should be moving forward.

Josh also dives into the major birthright citizenship case now before the Supreme Court, unpacking the constitutional debate at the heart of the issue and why the case could have sweeping implications.

Plus, Josh examines the so-called “No Kings” rallies held across the country—arguing that the protests are far more astroturfed than organic, despite how they’re being portrayed in the media.

And to close the show, Josh reacts to the crushing loss by his Duke Blue Devils on Sunday, what it means for the program, and why he’s not giving up on the team just yet.

Today Josh breaks down his speech at CPAC, the reaction it received, and the overall mood at this year’s conference. As two factions on the right continue to clash—the sane, serious conservatives and the grifters and bad actors chasing clicks and cash—Josh explains what’s really at stake for the conservative movement. Josh also brings the latest updates on the Iran war and the mixed signals coming out of the administration. Plus, he discusses how “Team Sanity” scored a major win following a recent Olympic ruling and the reaction that decision is generating.

Today Josh takes a look at where the conservative movement stands today and why some bad actors on the right are trying to hijack what it means to be a conservative. He explains what true conservatism stands for and why those chasing clicks at the expense of the movement need to be called out.
Josh is joined by former Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl, who discusses the growing threat from Iran and why he believes now is the time to confront it. Pearl—recently named board chairman of the U.S.–Israel Education Association—also previews the Sweet Sixteen and shares which teams he thinks could surprise people.
Finally, Josh breaks down the major legal rulings against Big Tech earlier this week and what the decisions could mean long term for social media companies.

Today Josh breaks down why Democrats are still playing politics with airport security as the government shutdown drags on—and why the situation could get even worse as Easter travel approaches. He also takes a closer look at what it truly means to be an ally as the war with Iran escalates and the United States sees limited support from much of the world outside of Israel.
Josh is joined by Jason Greenblatt, former White House Middle East Envoy, to discuss President Trump’s long-standing stance against Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon and what the current conflict could mean for the region.
Finally, Erin Molan, host of The Erin Molan Show, joins us from Australia to share her perspective on the Iran war, why it matters to Australians, and the economic strain being felt as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

Today, Josh breaks down how the Left is once again siding with America’s enemies. He highlights protests taking place in Cuba by Code Pink activists—many of whom are staying in luxury hotels while demonstrating against the United States. Josh also covers the latest developments in Iran, the state of U.S.–Israel relations, and upcoming peace talks scheduled to take place in Pakistan. He then turns to the growing chaos at airports across the country, where ICE agents are now stepping in to assist TSA as the partial government shutdown continues to disrupt operations. Finally, Josh discusses a tragic case out of Illinois in which an 18-year-old girl was allegedly killed by an illegal alien.