Best James Andersen Podcasts (2025)

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Women's Devotional Author And Pastor's Wife Shares Her Journey From Cult To Christianity 37:15

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, author Amanda Bauch joins Federalist Executive Editor Joy Pullmann to discuss the inspiration behind her newly published devotional book, explain how she escaped a manipulative cult, and detail her journey to becoming a Lutheran pastor's wife. You can find Bauch's book One Nation Under God here. The Fed…

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The New Old- How to Craft Your Best Later Life with Erika Andersen 47:16

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Episode Summary What if aging wasn’t something to fear… but something to design? In this empowering conversation, bestselling author and leadership expert Erika Andersen introduces the radical idea at the heart of her new book The New Old: that your “third act” can be your most vibrant chapter yet. Drawing from research, decades of coaching experie…

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’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 180: The Grinch 1:14:04

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Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and her husband, Federalist Book Editor Mark Hemingway, as they summarize the latest Bari Weiss and 60 Minutes brouhaha, discuss news that Fulton County Georgia illegally certified hundreds of thousands of votes in the 2020 election, and analyze a bombshell Compact Magazine article detailing how mill…

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154. Sir James Wates CBE: How to be a good board chair - family businesses & the RFU 43:24

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Sir James Wates CBE is Chair of the Rugby Football Union and Vestey Holdings Ltd. Formerly, he was Chair of Wates Group. Tune in to hear his thoughts: Key board-level decisions that helped grow Wates from 950m to 2bn revenues (02:20) How the board weighed the risks and benefits of increasing average transaction value (05:08) Key decisions the board…

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Remembering The Reason For The Christmas Season 32:22

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Kenneth Calvert, professor of history and director of the Oxford Program at Hillsdale College, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the historical reasons for celebrating Christmas on Dec. 25 and explain the importance of Jesus' birth, death, and resurrection. The Feder…

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An Update On The Deep State With Rep. Jim Jordan and Sen. Ron Johnson 46:51

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Rep. Jim Jordan and Sen. Ron Johnson join Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to talk shop about Americans' affordability concerns, give an update on the investigation into Biden's targeting of conservatives, and explain the ongoing investigation into fallout from Covid shots. The Fede…

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‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Ericka Andersen, Ep. 22: A Christian Mom’s Secret Struggle With Alcohol 55:44

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On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Ericka Andersen, a Christian mom, writer, and author of the forthcoming book “Freely Sober,” joins Kylee Griswold to share how she found freedom from alcohol addiction. They discuss how the pressures of womanhood and “wine mom” culture encourage women to drink, why willpower often isn’t enough to stop, how the c…

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How a Cross-Continental Road Trip Became a Book- Matt Savino on Courage, Curiosity & Starting Anyway 43:50

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Episode Summary In this episode of A Joyful Rebellion, James sits down with writer, programmer, photographer, stand-up comedian, and self-described “professional dabbler” Matt Savino to unpack the winding path behind his debut book A Land Without a Continent. What starts as a practical decision to drive his Toyota FJ Cruiser through Central America…

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’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 179: Vanity (Un)Fair 1:16:49

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Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they analyze the Trump White House's decision to entertain a sit-down with Vanity Fair, discuss the Islamic terrorist attack on Jews at Bondi Beach and the shooting at Brown University, and examine emails showing the FBI did not believe there wa…

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153. Phil Walker CBE: University boards: lessons in stakeholder management, ethical decision-making and data points 40:35

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Phil Walker CBE is Chair of Council at the University of Roehampton and member of the England & Wales Cricket Board. Formerly, he was COO at Capgemini. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: Phil’s journey into the boardroom (02:02) How university governance differs from corporate (03:15) Key stakeholders for higher education boards (04:23) Heuristics Ph…

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‘Real Journalism’: How Courage Fueled The Federalist’s Award-Winning Russia Collusion Hoax Reporting 40:22

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"Real journalism requires real courage." On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Federalist CEO Sean Davis and Federalist Senior Legal Correspondent Margot Cleveland join Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to recap the Russia collusion hoax reporting that won The Federalist Staff the 2025 Dao Prize for Excellence in Investi…

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The Blueprint For Fixing A Health System Broken By Obamacare 43:38

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Brian Blase, president of Paragon Health Institute and former special assistant to the president for economic policy at the White House, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss Obamacare's consequences for American healthcare, explain how ongoing subsidies fuel inflation, …

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‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Walt Heyer, Ep. 21: There’s No Such Thing As Transgender 1:40:05

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On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” author and speaker Walt Heyer joins Kylee Griswold to tell the story of how he lived eight years as “Laura Jensen,” only to become a Christian and rediscover the man God designed him to be. They also discuss why cross-dressing kids is child abuse, how trans activists manipulate language, and how to find a good t…

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Stop Settling for Mediocrity- Dr. Matt Kutz on Leadership, Chaos & Contextual Intelligence 58:39

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Episode Summary Leadership isn’t about titles, charisma, or being the loudest voice in the room. According to Dr. Matt Kutz — professor, Fulbright scholar, organizational coach, and author of Becoming Epic — leadership begins with learning to lead yourself. In this raw, energizing conversation, Matt challenges the watered-down pop-culture version o…

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’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 178: Post-Trump Politics 1:00:38

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Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they discuss Kamala Harris' revisionist retelling of her vice presidency, analyze the problems both Democrats and Republicans face in a post-Trump era of politics, and give an update on the Supreme Court oral arguments over President Donald Trum…

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152. Rupert Soames OBE: How to be a good listed company chair 40:59

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Rupert Soames OBE is Chair of the CBI and Smith & Nephew plc and former CEO of Serco Group plc and Aggreko plc. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: Key moments from Rupert’s time as CEO that shape how he Chairs (1:33) Lessons from Aggreko’s acquisition of GE’s energy rental business (3:42) Was there anything a board could have done to mitigate Rupert’…

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Year in the Review: 2025’s Biggest Election Integrity Stories 1:02:48

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Are our elections more secure today than they were a year ago? Join the Federalist Elections Team, including Elle Purnell, Shawn Fleetwood, Brianna Lyman, Beth Brelje, Maisey Jefferson, and Federalist Radio Hour Host Matt Kittle, as they review the most consequential election integrity news of 2025 and examine the rising threats to the safety and s…

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The Tailor of Gloucester by Beatrix Potter ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 17:30

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If you grew up watching the magical 1993 animated special The Tailor of Gloucester from The World of Peter Rabbit & Friends — with its cozy Victorian fireplace glow, beautifully animated mice, and warm, storybook charm — then you’re about to experience the original tale that inspired it all. Before film studios brought Beatrix Potter’s world to lif…

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The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 1:08:22

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If you loved Disney’s Frozen — with its icy kingdoms, magical snowstorms, and powerful winter queens — then you’ll be amazed to discover the original story that inspired it all. Long before Elsa and Anna, Hans Christian Andersen wrote The Snow Queen, one of the most beautiful and influential winter fairy tales ever created. This is the full, unabri…

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The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Andersen ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 7:06

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If you were moved by Disney’s stunning 2006 animated short The Little Matchgirl — the one praised worldwide for its breathtaking artistry and nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film — then you absolutely need to experience the original story that inspired it. Before Disney transformed it into one of the most emotional pieces of …

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The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 3:23:18

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Before the dazzling stop-motion magic of the Rankin/Bass Christmas special — L. Frank Baum, the legendary author of The Wizard of Oz, created one of the most magical Santa Claus origin stories ever written. This is his original tale, brought to life again in audiobook form. If you grew up watching the beloved stop-motion classics — Rudolph the Red-…

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Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 3:26

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If you grew up watching Tim Allen redefine Santa in The Santa Clause trilogy or you’re a fan of Tim Burton’s iconic, spooky-sweet style in The Nightmare Before Christmas, then you’ve never experienced the original story that inspired generations of Christmas movies. Long before Hollywood turned Santa into a cultural legend, Clement C. Moore wrote t…

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The Nutcracker and the Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffmann ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 2:48:30

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If you loved Morgan Freeman’s wise, enchanting narration in Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms or Keira Knightley’s unforgettable Sugar Plum Fairy, then you need to hear the original story that inspired every movie, ballet, and Christmas adaptation ever made. Before Disney brought it to life with stunning visuals, before the Barbie animate…

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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 12:16

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If you loved Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas or the Hallmark adaptation Gift of the Magi, then you’ve got to hear the original version that inspired them all. Before the animated retellings, before the Hollywood dramas, before Hallmark turned it into a Christmas classic, O. Henry wrote this timeless story that still melts hearts over 100 years later…

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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens ~ Full Audiobook [christmas] 3:00:54

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If you loved Jim Carrey’s animated Scrooge, Will Ferrell’s comedy twist in Spirited, or Ryan Reynolds’ modern musical take, then you’re going to love experiencing A Christmas Carol in its original, purest form — straight from Charles Dickens. This is the timeless Christmas classic that inspired every major adaptation. Before the special effects, be…

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Inside The Complex Policy Battle Over AI 49:35

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Neil Chilson, former FTC chief technologist and head of AI policy at the Abundance Institute, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to sort through the fact and fiction about artificial intelligence, explain AI's role in the job market, health care, and politics, and examine the le…

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'The Kylee Cast' feat. Clare Morell, Ep. 20: Stop Soothing Your Kid With A Digital Pacifier 57:07

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On this episode of "The Kylee Cast," tech expert and author Clare Morell joins Kylee Griswold to explain why a screen-free childhood is not only necessary but possible! Clare and Kylee dive into why interactive screens are particularly problematic, the dangers of screens and AI in classrooms, the myth of parental controls, and why screens are less …

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Tear Gas, Thrillers, and Truth- The Life Lessons of Journalist John DeDakis 55:09

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Episode Summary Award-winning journalist and novelist John DeDakis joins A Joyful Rebellion to talk about the craft—and catharsis—of writing. From getting tear-gassed in the middle of an anti-war riot during his college days to serving two decades as a White House correspondent and CNN senior editor, John’s 45-year journalism career shaped both his…

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’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 177: Another Washington Post Hoax 58:27

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Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they analyze the Washington Post's latest anonymously-sourced hoax targeting Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, discuss the implications of an Afghan national's suspected terrorist attack on two national guardsmen in Washington, D.C., and explain th…

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151. Natasha Frangos: How to sustain culture whilst growing rapidly - boardroom lessons from HaysMac 44:10

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Natasha Frangos is Managing Partner of HaysMac. Tune in to hear her thoughts on: Key moments in HaysMac’s growth (1:50) What board members can do when they feel too many people are having a say in decision-making (7:39) How boards needed to communicate when overseeing change (10:02) The respective roles of management and the board in developing and…

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Is The American Dream Still Alive? 43:23

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Doug DeVos, businessman and chair of the National Constitution Center, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to analyze the state of the American Dream and discuss what it will take to return to the nation's founding principles. Read DeVos' book Believe!: A Timeless Endorsement of …

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Rep. Tom Tiffany On Arctic Frost, The Epstein Files, And Saving Wisconsin 29:45

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Tom Tiffany, representative for Wisconsin's 7th congressional district and Republican candidate for governor of America's Dairyland, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss Democrats' Arctic Frost spy campaign against members of the GOP, dive into the implications of the E…

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Walking Away from Who You Were “Supposed to Be” — A Joyful Rebellion with Wes Towers 43:26

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Episode Summary When his marriage ended and his life unraveled, Melbourne-based entrepreneur Wes Towers found himself sleeping under his desk—emotionally exhausted and completely untethered. What followed wasn’t an overnight transformation but a two-year process of unlearning, rebuilding, and rediscovering what joy actually feels like. In this raw …

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150. Sir Douglas Flint CBE: Chairing listed companies - lessons from the BP Macondo crisis, HSBC and the abrdn rebrand 45:00

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Sir Douglas Flint CBE is chair of Aberdeen, IP Group and the Royal Marsden NHS Trust and former chair of HSBC Group Holdings and NED at BP. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: The most valuable lessons Sir Douglas has learnt from the chairs he’s worked with (2:07) How chairs build consensus - the example of BP Chair Peter Sutherland (4:45) How to hand…

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Faith And The First Thanksgiving 44:42

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Kevin Slack, associate professor of politics at Hillsdale College, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the role faith played in the colonists' first Thanksgiving and analyze how that monumental event paved the way for the American Revolution. Check out the six-part “Co…

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Pride and Prejudice by: Jane Austen 11:44:11

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Experience the wit and romance that captivated millions on screen—straight from Jane Austen's brilliant mind! Before Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen brought Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy's electric chemistry to life, their story began in this beloved classic. Discover the sharp dialogue, complex characters, and social commentary that Hollywood coul…

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Roadmapping Republicans’ 2026 Midterms Strategy 34:15

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Republican National Committee Chairman Joe Gruters joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to share the GOP's plan for next year's midterm elections, review President Donald Trump's accomplishments so far, and discuss how Democrats' radicalism squares with voters' top concerns. If yo…

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‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Suzanna Hake (Part II), Ep. 19: A Holistic Answer To Cancer 1:02:07

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On this “Part II” episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Kylee Griswold is joined by Christian boy mom, entrepreneur, and political activist Suzanna Hake, who tells about the triple-masked doctor who wanted to take a scalpel to her face… No thanks! Suzanna shares how she tackled her cancer diagnosis holistically and detoxified her home. Plus, her favorite co…

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The Count of Monte Cristo (Part 1) by Alexandre Dumas ~ Full Audiobook [adventure] 11:41:31

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Chapters 1–28 launch the epic tale that inspired the thrilling Hollywood adaptation starring Jim Caviezel, with the legendary Richard Harris — yes, Dumbledore himself — delivering one of the most memorable mentor roles of his career. If you loved the intense emotion, sweeping drama, and cinematic revenge of the film, this audiobook takes you deeper…

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The Call of the Wild by Jack London ~ Full Audiobook [adventure] 3:21:54

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If you loved Harrison Ford’s powerful performance in the Hollywood adaptation of The Call of the Wild, then you’re about to experience the original masterpiece that inspired it all. Before the breathtaking landscapes and big-screen adventure, Jack London wrote the raw, untamed story that filmmakers have been trying to capture for over a century. Th…

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Creativity Is a Habit- Mark Firehammer on Systems, Story, and Showing Up 1:03:42

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Episode Summary Creativity isn’t a lightning strike—it’s a practice. In this candid conversation, songwriter–novelist–systems thinker Mark Firehammer unpacks why creativity is a habit you can train, and how treating it like a system beats waiting for the muse. We get the backstory of his new novel The Echo and the Voice (published under a pen name …

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’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 176: Endless Epstein Drama 49:17

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Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they discuss consequential implications of releasing the Epstein files, consider the slipping enthusiasm toward marriage in today's youth, and rehash the conservative civil war in response to a listener email. Mollie and David also review Death …

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149. Mark Winlow: Bank & Insurance Boards - lessons from the boards of Aon and Starling Bank 46:22

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Mark Winlow is Chair of several financial services companies, including Aon UK and Redwood Bank. Formerly, he was Audit Chair at Starling Bank and NED at Tesco Underwriting, AIG Life Ltd, and others. Tune in to hear his thoughts on: Three examples where insurance boards have changed the trajectory of their businesses (2:18) Non-execs transitioning …

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It’s The Economy, Stupid 40:05

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment and principal of the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the nation's affordability crisis, dissect the disastrous consequences of Obamacare, and analyze President Donald Trump's 50-year mor…

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Les Misérables (Volume 5 – Part 2) by Victor Hugo ~ Full Audiobook [drama] 6:08:23

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Books 4–9 of Les Misérables, Volume 5 bring the breathtaking conclusion of the story that inspired the legendary Hollywood film starring Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, and Anne Hathaway — a cinematic masterpiece that moved audiences around the world. Their unforgettable portrayals of Valjean, Javert, and Fantine echo through every page of Victor Hugo…

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Shutdown Democrats Died On The Hill Of Higher Taxes 45:21

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On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the history of the partisan power struggle for the national purse and explain what Democrats got out of the latest and longest government shutdown. If you care about combating t…

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‘The Kylee Cast’ feat. Suzanna Hake (Part I), Ep. 18: Medical Miracles 56:46

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On this “Part I” episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Kylee Griswold is joined by Christian boy mom, entrepreneur, and political activist Suzanna Hake, who shares her story of spiritual rebellion and then her return to Christianity. She also talks about all things “boy mom” and details two insane medical miracles that happened to her husband and son. Don’t…

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Les Misérables (Volume 5 – Part 1) by Victor Hugo ~ Full Audiobook [drama] 6:50:03

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Books 1–3 of Les Misérables, Volume 5 carry the emotional weight and cinematic power that made the Hollywood film — starring Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, and Anne Hathaway — a global phenomenon. Their unforgettable performances as Jean Valjean, Javert, and Fantine helped bring Victor Hugo’s masterpiece to life, but in these chapters, you’ll hear th…

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Stop Giving Your Power Away: Conscious Love in Real Life with Christian De La Huerta 47:07

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Episode Summary We’re taught to chase the feeling of love, then panic when the feeling fades. In this wide-open conversation, Christian de la Huerta—spiritual teacher, TEDx speaker, and author of Conscious Love—draws a clean line between worldly (ego) power and soulful (inner) power, and why confusing the two makes us abandon ourselves in relations…

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’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 175: The Longest Shutdown Ever 1:00:58

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Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they discuss the imminent end of the longest government shutdown, analyze what Republicans are doing about voters' discontent with the economy, debate H1-B visas and mass immigration, and explain the reaction to the BBC's deceptive editing of Pr…