The Ben Domenech Podcast

As the ceasefire allowing hostages to be released into Israel has now been extended for two more days, New York Businessman Seth Sklar, who just returned from Israel, accounts for the situation on the ground as well as how the Jewish community is dealing with antisemitic rhetoric throughout the United States. Later, Ben is joined by Jewish Insider Reporter, Haley Cohen, who shares some of the incomprehensible details of what it is like for Jewish students at U.S. colleges currently and why some are hiding their Jewish identities. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Americans head into Thanksgiving week, Ben draws on the history of Thanksgiving, from the Pilgrims on the Mayflower to President George Washington's creation of Thanksgiving as a national holiday, to explain why despite America's modern struggles, we still have a lot to be thankful for in our unique American experiment. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a New York Times/Siena Poll shows former President Trump leading President Biden in multiple key swing states, the calls to replace Biden on the Democratic ticket look far more serious today than just a few weeks ago. This, as Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced that he will not seek re-election for his seat in 2024, but rather will be "traveling the country and speaking out, to see if there is an interest in creating a movement to mobilize the middle and bring Americans together." Ben gives an in-depth history of Senator Manchin and why his potential third-party run should be taken far more seriously than previous candidacies. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) stands strong on his commitment to blockade military nominees, he did state after a closed-door GOP conference meeting that he would be open to five or six options to eventually allow the nominations through. Senator Tuberville joins Ben to discuss why he is maintaining the holds and what it would take for him to change his stance. The Senator, and former Auburn Football coach, gives his take on the University of Michigan Football cheating scandal as well as whether or not he thinks the College Football Playoff Selection Committee is biased toward teams with larger television markets. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As late-night television falls from the cultural relevance and political influence it once enjoyed, Ben uses the recent controversy surrounding comedian Hasan Minaj's bending of the truth to highlight where comedy can once again regain its stride. Plus, he explains how the newly anointed host of 'After Midnight', Taylor Tomlinson has done so well in a comedic world that values identity politics over humor. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben weighs in on the newly elected Speaker of the House Congressman Mike Johnson (R-LA) and explains why he has drawn fierce criticism from left-wing voices such as former White House Press Secretary, Jen Psaki. Plus, Ben explains what having a new Speaker means from the war on Israel as well as some concerning comments from a member of 'The Squad' about where America's loyalties should lie. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Ben shares an insightful history of the role of Speaker of the House. He details what changes in the role led to the dilemma of the House of Representatives being without a Speaker today. Ben spells out how the vast changes made during the reigns of Speaker Tip O'Neil and Speaker Newt Gingrich fundamentally altered the role of the House in American government. Plus, Ben weighs in on where Speaker Kevin McCarthy was effective at the position along with some pointed words for Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-FL). Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the War in Israel enters its second week, Ben shares some of the concerning rhetoric and actions he's seen against Israel and the Jewish people since the Hamas attacks. The sentiment comes from politicians, activists, and especially across college campuses nationwide. Ben shares a sharp rebuke, offers his opposing views, and outlines how the war could play out. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Ben unveils his new podcast format, where he will be providing you with unique insights, opinions, and commentaries on all of the most important and impactful issues of the day. As the nation of Israel reels from the deadly Hamas terrorist attacks, killing at least 900 people and injuring thousands, Ben lays out why the ability of Hamas and their sponsors to carry out such an attack is a direct result of blunderous foreign policy decisions made by American leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the border crisis makes its way north and big-city mayors struggle to deal with the influx of migrants, Ben sits down with the Assistant Director of Federal Affairs at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Selene Rodriguez. Selene gives Ben and the listeners an inside look at the staggering details of what she is seeing going on in Texas, from the number of people coming across the border, as well as the changing demographics. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recent polling data consistently shows President Biden's support among voters declining steadily, as the country continues the slow crawl toward the 2024 Presidential Election. Ben is joined by the Executive Editor of The Common Sense Society Christopher Bedford as they discuss the possibility of a primary challenger facing off against President Biden and the administration's policy failures. Later, they talk about the looming government shutdown, the challenges that the Republican party has with forming a consensus in Congress and run through the outcomes of the 2024 Election. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a potential government shutdown looming on October 1st, Speaker Kevin McCarthy is looking to thread the needle to pass the necessary legislation to fund the government, while fending off a potential motion to vacate the Speaker's Chair by members of his own party. This, all while Republicans have begun an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Ben is joined by FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram to break all that down and more. Chad gives the listener an insider's perspective on what is shaping up to be an eventful fall on Capitol Hill, along with some colorful history to put it all in perspective. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just over two years have passed since the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan that saw a quick Taliban takeover and the death of 13 Marines. The images of refugees clinging to the wings of planes taking off from the Kabul International Airport still encapsulate the fateful withdrawal. Ben sits down with a Justice Department Correspondent for the Washington Examiner and helps to lead the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s investigation into the Afghanistan withdrawal, Jerry Dunleavy. They discuss his new book, Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden’s Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End, which reveals shocking new details about the botched withdrawal, including some of the baffling reasons as to why the Biden Administration was not prepared for a Taliban takeover. Later, Ben breaks down the recent strife of labor force protests and strikes across the country this summer. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just hours to go until the 2023 NFL Season kicks off FOX Sports NFL Sideline Reporter Jennifer Hale gets you ready for all aspects of the upcoming football season. Ben and Jennifer discuss the biggest headlines from Aaron Rodgers's arrival to the New York Jets, what unexpected teams are poised to make a deep postseason run, and why this could be Patriots head coach Bill Belichick's final season in New England. Plus, Jennifer shares her Super Bowl LVIII prediction. Later, Ben shares his own thoughts on what he's watching for this NFL season. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As post-debate polling shows slight movement in the race for the 2024 Republican Presidential nomination, Ben revisits a conversation with the now-candidate and former Vice President of The United States Mike Pence. They discuss the need to highlight fiscal responsibility as the nation faces a severe debt crisis in the near future, and social security insolvency further down the road. Plus, Vice President shares his opinion on why he believes some January 6th protestors have been unfairly painted with a broad brush and the need for real election integrity. Later, Ben explains why he believes the former Vice President received a bump in support following the debate. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the stakes continue to rise for GOP Presidential candidates following the first Republican Presidential Primary Debate, Ben is joined by Host of Tomi Lahren Is Fearless on Outkick, Tomi Lahren to discuss how the state of the race has changed. Plus, they discuss Tomi's meteoric rise in conservative media, how she has changes, and what she has learned over the years. Later, Ben gives his take on the changing dynamics of the primary race. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just 48 hours until the first 2024 Republican Debate, hosted by the FOX News Channel, eight candidates have reached the donor and polling threshold. Former Texas Congressman, Former CIA Officer, and 2024 GOP Presidential Candidate Will Hurd is not one of those candidates. The former Congressman explains why, despite not yet meeting those requirements, he is the most qualified person for the job, and why he believes his message will break through. He shares why his variety of experiences and foreign policy expertise will specifically resonate with New Hampshire voters and gives a passionate response on why his policies on Ukraine vary from much of the GOP field. Later, Ben shares his pre-debate analysis. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a newcomer to Washington, D.C., Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has faced critics in the press and left-wing circles, most recently for holding up the nomination of military officials, he sits down with Ben to address why. Plus, he shares the work bipartisan work he is doing with Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) on the new NCAA NIL (name-in-likeness) legislation that provides a framework for the payment of college athletes, which Senator Tuberville currently refers to as the 'Wild West.' Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Independent Journalist and Author Matt Taibbi discusses his beginnings in media, his role in the release of the Twitter Files, and outlines his frustrations with the current landscape of print and digital media. Matt also touches upon Missouri V. Biden, the case alleging that the Biden Administration violated free speech rights when it requested social media companies suppress the Hunter Biden laptop story. Later, Ben weighs in on the appointment of David Weiss as the Special Counsel in the Hunter Biden investigation and shares why he believes, plea deal or not, the appointment will mire the Biden Administration leading into the 2024 Election. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump’s legal troubles persist as he pleads not guilty to his third indictment. Ben sits down with FOX News Contributor & former Federal Prosecutor Andy McCarthy for an in-depth analysis on Special Counsel Jack Smith’s case against the former President in federal court. Andy and Ben weigh in on how these federal charges will impact former President Trump’s spot as the leading 2024 Republican presidential candidate. Later, Ben shares his thoughts on a new viral article on the private life of former President Obama Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices