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In this Independence Day episode, Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit celebrate America's 250th birthday while confronting the growing number of Americans who no longer take pride in their country. Dennis reflects on the freedoms and everyday comforts that visitors to the U.S. notice but many Americans take for granted. They also discuss the roots of anti-American sentiment, the rise of communism and...

Dennis Prager’s son David joins Marissa with the latest health update on Dennis. After a difficult few weeks and some medical challenges, Dennis is again beating the odds and is on the road to recovery. He’s even able to enjoy watching the World Cup. Enjoy a personalized voicemail from Dennis as he expresses his gratitude for the prayers he has been receiving. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prag...

In this Memorial Day episode, Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit discuss sacrifice, patriotism, and America’s role in protecting freedom around the world. Dennis reflects on how Memorial Day should be observed, and Marissa proposes a national ritual to honor those who died in service to our country. They also discuss recent conflicts, violence, and Islamic threats in Nigeria and their impact on the...

Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss the collapse of California, whether Los Angeles can be saved, and how the Red-Green Alliance between communists and Islamists is attacking the West from within. Dennis also reflects on his own health battle to explain why despair is a sin and why perseverance is the only moral option. They close with a candid conversation about the left's w...

Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to expose the Red-Green Alliance, the partnership between communist China and radical Islam united by a shared hatred of Israel and the West. They discuss why CCP-linked billionaires are funding pro-Palestine protests across America, why Israel is the West's most vulnerable frontline, and why an America that retreats from the world stage hands it dire...

Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss the April 2026 attempted assassination of President Donald Trump and what it says about the current state of political rhetoric in America. They examine how portraying opponents as existential threats can lead to murder, the growing willingness to excuse political violence, and the role of institutions like the Southern Poverty Law Center in sha...

Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit break down April’s biggest headlines—from why the Senate failed to pass the SAVE Act to President Trump’s clash with Pope Leo, the war with Iran, and why more young Americans are becoming “blackpilled.” In this episode, Dennis also shares a personal update on his health and his promising recovery. Get your copy of Dennis's book, If There Is No God: The Battle Over...

In this special Earth Day bonus episode from our 5-Minute Videos series, Mark Mills breaks down the hidden downsides of wind and solar energy. Are wind, solar, and batteries the magical solutions to all our energy needs? Or do they come with too high a price? Mark Mills, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, analyzes the true cost — both economic and environmental — of so-called green energy....

Bonus Episode: This is a special preview from another PragerU show: 5-Minute Videos. The best ideas from the best minds, distilled into five focused minutes. Think of it as a masterclass in the time it takes to grab a cup of coffee. Do children born on U.S. soil automatically become American citizens? Many claim the Fourteenth Amendment of the Constitution guarantees that they do. Are they right?...

Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit discuss the importance of Passover in both the Jewish and Christian faiths. They also discuss why rituals and traditions are critical to collective memory and collective identity. Dennis draws parallels between the lessons found in the Jewish Haggadah and America’s moral crisis. Get your copy of Dennis's book The Rational Passover Haggadah here: https://www.amazon....

Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss President Trump’s decision to expand military operations in Iran and the debate over “endless wars.” Dennis explains why he believes confronting the Iranian regime carries both strategic and moral significance, and argues that Trump’s strikes could positively reshape the geopolitical balance in the Middle East and beyond. They also touch on the...

Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit dive deeper into  Dennis's new book—which he completed while recovering in the hospital. If There is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil explores complex questions about faith and morality that many people struggle with. Dennis and Marissa also discuss how Charlie Kirk's book Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transfor...

PragerU CEO Marissa Streit and Dennis Prager discuss President Trump’s recent remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, questions surrounding Greenland, and the impact of Europe’s green policies. They also address the continued unrest in Minnesota following the death of Alex Pretti and the pushback against ICE in blue states. Dennis offers a heartfelt thank you message to ICE agents serving Am...

Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss his latest book, If There is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil. Dennis discusses the unrest in Minnesota and what it means to America. He also breaks down the Supreme Court hearings Hecox v. Little and West Virginia v. B.P.J. over boys in girls’ sports and the deeper cultural forces behind it. Learn more about your ad choice...

Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for their first conversation of 2026 to break down the rapidly changing world, and what it means for America. They discuss the collapse of Venezuela’s Maduro regime, the growing uprising in Iran, and why the United States cannot afford to retreat from global leadership. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.com or download the PragerU app: https://l....

PragerU CEO Marissa Streit asks Dennis Prager what he would have spoken about at AmFest 2025 and his reaction to the speeches at the TPUSA conference. Dennis outlines what he calls the American Trinity—“In God We Trust,” “E Pluribus Unum,” and “Liberty”—and explains why these values are the foundation of American conservatism. They also discuss loyalty versus friendship, morality over kinship, and...

After recording this episode, Dennis suffered a serious back injury following a fall. He is currently in the hospital receiving treatment. We will keep you informed of his condition. In the meantime, Dennis welcomes the healing power of your prayers. On November 5, the American people made their collective voices heard. In a historic election, an overwhelming majority rejected woke leftism and ree...

A government agency recently raided a man’s home and seized his pet squirrel, Peanut. When anonymous bureaucrats with too much power can swoop in and take away a pet, it raises a serious question: how much control should government have over our personal lives? The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more ab...

The Law School Admission Test (LSAT) now allows extra time for test-takers with mental and psychological disabilities. Is this compassionate, or could lowering the bar in fields like medicine and law lead to the dumbing down of America’s doctors and lawyers? As well-intentioned but misguided affirmative action policies shift professional requirements, who ultimately suffers? Plus, Dennis answers y...

This week, Dennis reacts to Donald Trump handing out fast food orders at a McDonald’s drive-thru and answers your questions about God, America’s two-party system, and whether the Internet is a tool of Satan. The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Viewer questions answered all episode long! This week: how young conservatives can thrive in the world of media given the current political climate, what Dennis thinks about arranged marriages, and a lot more. The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One year ago (on October 7, 2023), the deadliest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust occurred. Out of over 200 nations worldwide, only Israel faces a constant threat of annihilation. Despite claims, the Middle East conflict isn't about establishing a Palestinian state. Dennis reminds us that the ultimate goal of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran remains the destruction of Israel and wiping the Jewish st...

Israel recently eliminated a Hezbollah leader, yet somehow, Israel faces criticism. Why? People should hate terrorists, not anti-terrorists. Dennis reveals the stark contrast between Israel and its enemies: one side wants peace, while the other seeks the complete annihilation of the only Jewish state. The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fi...

An opinion piece in The New York Times recently accused Israel of committing “war crimes” for taking out Hezbollah terrorists by detonating explosives in pagers and walkie-talkies. If Israel drops bombs, they’re labeled mass murderers. If they target terrorists' communication devices, it’s a “war crime.” Is there anything Israel can do to defend itself against those who want to exterminate it? Lea...

After yet another assassination attempt on a presidential candidate and former president, Dennis reflects on the deepening divisions and social unrest plaguing America. He recalls a time in his childhood when the nation faced hardships, though nothing like the chaos we see today. Despite these difficult times, Dennis reminds us to cultivate peace and stability and not blame others for our problems...