The Seth Leibsohn Show

Professor Alan M. Dershowitz, Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law, Emeritus, of Harvard Law School, joins the show by phone to talk about his upcoming book Why I Quit the Dems: And So Should You! (confessions of a reluctant Republican*) and his political conversion from a Democrat to Republican. Dershowitz's new book is a scathing critique of the party's stance on issues like Israel, free speech, a...

We cannot assume anything with something as precious and important as the education of our children. Seth tackles the state of education in the United States and the importance of critical thinking.  He argues that education should be about imparting knowledge and skills, not about promoting a particular ideology. Seth has strong opinions about the 2003 film Lost in Translation. President Tru...

William Anthony Hay, associate director for public programs and professor in the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership (SCETL) at Arizona State University (ASU), on the upcoming SCETL Constitution Day lecture this Thursday, September 24th; "Thomas Jefferson and the End of American Slavery." Annual Constitution Day with Kurt Lash . They dive into the complexities of Thomas Jeffer...

President Trump has banned media organizations CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House for their previous reporting habits and bias. The conversation starts with a discussion about the media's selective outrage over the Trump Administration's attempts to limit their access to the White House, and how this compares to their own history of promoting and enabling government control over the na...

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, head Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale, and the host of the Rabbi Allouche podcast, joins Seth for the full hour to talk about this week's Torah portion, forgiveness and atonement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Khalaf, Republican candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives from Legislative District 3, on the legacy of the late Senator Jon Kyl, and his being an example of the value of a great mentor. George dives into Arizona’s water situation, and the concerns of voters on the campaign trail about water shortages. He dives into the details of the recent announcements from guberna...

Brian T. Kennedy, president of the American Strategy Group, chairman of the Committee on the Present Danger: China, and a board member and senior fellow of the Claremont Institute, talks about his recent piece at Claremont’s American Mind , “The Heavy Yoke of 9/11.” Brian discusses the idea that the U.S. has never truly taken on the ideology of Islam, instead making excuses...

Ed Morrissey, Managing Editor at Hot Air , and host of the Ed Morrissey Podcast, joins Seth to remember Constitution Day and the Democratic socialists who are choosing not to celebrate. Ed and Seth explore the concept of Islamophobia and how it's been used to silence dissent and criticism of Islam. They discuss the idea that Islamism is a dangerous creed that should be opposed and stopped, an...

Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio with his son Louis, for a thought-provoking discussion on the complexities of the Iran conflict and its implications on the global stage. The conversation delves into the intricacies of the war, the role of the Trump Administration, and the potential consequences of the conflict on the upcoming 2026 midterm elec...

Seth discusses what the U.S. war with Iran has to do with an “Amerca First” doctrine. He reflects on the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States last week and the ongoing threat posed by Iran, citing its history of terrorism and nuclear ambitions. He argues that the US should not be hesitant to take action against Iran, pointing out that the co...

Chuck Warren, co-host of Breaking Battlegrounds, heard every Saturday at 9 AM right here on 960 The Patriot, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about their new love of bowling and television producer Taylor Sheridan's work in shaping American culture. They explore how Sheridan's shows, such as Yellowstone and Lioness, are making a conservative point without being overtly political. Hen...

Seth talks about the recent trend of using inflammatory language to describe opposing viewpoints, citing examples from the LGBT community and the Democratic Party's response to the situation in The Gaza Strip. He argues that the misuse of language can lead to a breakdown in civil discourse and the erosion of democratic values. Seth plays a clip from Bill Maher’s monologue on the Septemb...

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, head Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale, and the host of the Rabbi Allouche podcast, joins Seth for the full hour. As the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, begins tonight, Rabbi Allouche discusses the significance of this holiday and its connection to our personal relationships with God. He shares insights on how Rosh Hashanah is not just a celebration of...

Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, Founder and President of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, and Republican congressional candidate for Arizona's 4th District, joins Seth for the whole hour to discuss the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, which is being remembered today. As we mark a generation since the devastating events of 9/11, Dr. Jasser shines a light...

David Harsanyi, senior writer at  The Washington Examiner and co-host of the You’re Wrong podcast with Mollie Hemingway, on the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. He reflects on the sense of patriotism and unity that followed the attacks, but also notes how it was short-lived and gave way to a more divisive and politicized era. David...

Seth remembers the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, reading from pieces published in the wake of the 9/11 attacks in the autumn of 2001. He shares a powerful essay written by Peter Ferrara, which defines what it means to be an American and highlights the values that have made our country great. Seth celebrates National TV Dinner Day with Mr. Bill....

Chuck Warren, co-host of Breaking Battlegrounds, heard every Saturday at 9 AM right here on 960 The Patriot, joins Seth in studio for the full hour. Boad Swanson, author of the newly-released book Great Souled Men: Reclaiming Aristotle’s Vision for Building Character and Virtue joins Chuck and Seth by phone to talk about why he wrote the book and his dream for a society that appreciates the...

Seth talks about the country's response to the 9/11 attacks, the rise of Islamism, and the increasing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and their ideology on American society as the nation remembers the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. The Republics are hosting a National Convention this year to promote the party ahead of...

Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio with his son Louis, for the full hour to talk about their memories and the changes that have occurred in the world since the horrific September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America. Louis shares his unique perspective on the event as a young boy at the time. They delve into the importance of memory and how it's...

Seth kicks off a week commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, a pivotal moment in world history that changed the course of global politics, culture, and society. He asks; “Did we win the war on terror?” Producer David Doll and Mr. Bill discuss what they remember of the 9/11 attacks. We’re joined by Don Spini from Sun Va...

John Hinderaker, founder of Power Line and President of the Center of the American Experiment, joins the show by phone to talk about the disturbing trend of misplaced empathy in modern America. From the case of Lindsay Clancy, who murdered her three children, to the fatal stabbing of Erin Piacenti, a Bank of America vice president, in New York City, Seth and John explore how some individuals are b...

Nearly the entire House Democratic caucus refused to denounce socialism in a vote against a resolution that condemned the ideology and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) yesterday. Online personality Tucker Carlson has endorsed Democratic candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan U.S. Senate race, further indicating his transition to the political Left. Producer David Doll discusses his...

David Harsanyi, senior writer at The Washington Examiner and co-host of the You’re Wrong podcast with Mollie Hemingway, on the enduring legacy of the late Dolly Parton. He discusses a recent piece he published in  The Washington Examiner , “The ‘Gaza genocide’ is a hoax.” The conversation touches on the recent report from the United Nations (UN) showing that Gaza...

As the country grapples with the rising tide of socialism and Marxism among young Americans, a recent poll reveals some startling statistics. A staggering 40% of 18 to 34-year-olds don't feel patriotic, and the same percentage aren't proud to be Americans. But what's behind this trend? Is it the education system, the media, or something else entirely? Seth points to the world of education and its...

Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about the high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and their economic talking points, and more! They examine the idea that the DSA's views on issues like immigration, healthcare, and education are not only unrealistic but also potentially damagi...