The Big Ben Show

On this episode, Ben sits down with Deputy Editor of The Spectator World, Oliver Wiseman, to discuss the rise and fall of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. They discuss what led to his eventual resignation, while drawing comparisons to the American political climate, from former President Trump to former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. Plus, drawing on the analogy of former Prime Minister...

On this episode, Ben previews his latest FOX Nation special, Overturning Roe, giving the inside story of the long fight to overturn the landmark ruling.  Later, Ben highlights some of the most important issues to the pro-life movement that they did not have the time to address in the documentary. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Ben sits down with Emeritus Professor of Jurisprudence at Amherst College and Founder & Director of the James Wilson Institute, Hadley Arkes, to break down the legal doctrine that led to the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Ben and Professor Arkes break down the intricacies of where there is disagreement amongst Republicans and within the pro-life movement, as wel...

On this episode, Ben sits down with FOX News Radio Political Analyst and Political Editor at National Journal, Josh Kraushaar. Josh analyzes the gun control debate on Capitol Hill, where the parties stand heading into the 2022 midterms, as well as what the future of leadership may look like in the Republican party. Plus, Ben and Josh look ahead to the 2024 Presidential election. Later, Ben weighs...

Ben sits down with Co-Host of FOX And Friends Weekend Pete Hegseth to discuss his latest book Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation. Pete explains what led him to prioritize writing about education in America, shares alternate approaches for education for parents to choose from, and explains how the government can encourage these other options without disrupting the fre...

On this episode, Ben sits down with the founder of the Papa John's Pizza restaurant chain, John Schnatter. Schnatter draws on his experience as a small business owner and CEO to break down the latest economic issues from inflation to the supply chain, to a potential upcoming recession. Plus, they delve into the ever evolving relationship between politics and sports. Later Ben explains his concerns...

On this episode, Ben shares conversations with former Speaker of The House, Newt Gingrich, and Senior Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, Mike Gonzales, while hosting FOX Across America on FOX Talk. Speaker Gingrich breaks down the issues he has with the January 6th committee, as well as why he believes that the partisan politicization of the hearings has become irresponsible. Plus, the Speaker giv...

On this episode, Ben sits down with WWE Co-founder and former Small Business Administrator under the Trump administration, Linda McMahon, to share why she believes wrestling is inherently a part of American culture. Plus, Linda and Ben discuss why it would not just be patriotic, but in the financial interests of many small businesses to cut ties with China. Later, Ben gives his thoughts on the att...

On this episode, Ben sits down with Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) to discuss his new book, Saving Nine: The Fight Against the Left’s Audacious Plan to Pack the Supreme Court and Destroy American Liberty, as well as the potential fallout, should the Supreme Court overturn Roe v. Wade later this month. Senator Lee explains why the leak out of the Supreme Court on a potential Roe v. Wade ruling is so detri...

On this episode, Ben sits down with the Republican candidate in this year's Ohio Senate race, JD Vance. They discuss where the conservative movement is going, and what Republicans could do if they win back the Senate this fall. Later, Ben gives his take on the significance of the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard trial. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

On this episode, Ben sits down with Michelle Black, a Gold Star wife and author of Sacrifice, The Green Berets, A Fateful Ambush, and a Gold Star Widow's Fight For The Truth, to discuss her difficult journey after losing her husband and raising two sons on her own.     Later, Ben discusses different ways that you can help remember those who lost their lives in the line of duty this Memorial Day.  ...

This week, Ben sits down with former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper to discuss his new book, A Sacred Oath: Memoirs of a Secretary of Defense During Extraordinary Times. Secretary Esper explains why he believes the U.S. Navy needs a dramatic overhaul, why the Chinese Communist Party poses the greatest geopolitical threat and some insight into where President Trump and Secretary Esper differed on...

This week, Ben has a bonus conversation with Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and the threats the United States still face from China. Senator Rubio warns of worldwide food shortages due to the war, discusses why the baby formula crisis is a supply issue, not a demand issue, and shares some solutions to hopefully ensure this does not happen again. Later, Ben and Sen...

This week, Ben sits down with Congressman Jim Banks (R-IN), to discuss how he believes Republicans can successfully balance populism and upholding Conservative values. Additionally, Rep. Banks explains why he believes China is still America's number one geopolitical threat. Then, Ben sits down with Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, to discuss the backlash that some Supreme Court justices ar...

This week, Ben sits down with New York Times bestselling author and New York Post columnist Douglas Murray, to discuss his new book, The War On The West. Ben and Douglas discuss why the modern American left have declared war on Western civilization, as Murray gives specifics on where he believes the left’s arguments are flawed, and how conservatives can fight back against the shifting culture befo...

This week, Ben sits down with former U.S. Attorney General under the Trump Administration, Bill Barr to give an inside and honest look at the final year of the Trump presidency. Attorney General Barr gives his analysis of what went wrong during the Trump Administration as well as what went right. The Attorney General draws on his experience serving under multiple Republican administrations to give...

On this bonus episode, Ben sits down the House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) to discuss how he would manage a diverse Republican conference should he become Speaker of the House after the 2022 Midterm elections. Leader McCarthy addresses the controversial New York Times tapes following the events of January 6th, 2021 as well as shares his opinion on Elon Musk's Twitter takeover. Follow Ben...

Ben sits down with the Host of 'The Rubin Report,' Dave Rubin, to discuss his new book, Don't Burn This Country and they weigh in on the implications of Big Tech censorship, as well as what the most effective ways are to fight back against "wokeism" in major institutions. Later, Ben breaks down his trip to the U.S.-Mexico border, and why he is disgusted by the actions of the Biden administration....

This week, Ben sits down with Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) to discuss how Russia's war on Ukraine has changed America's foreign policy calculus, as well as why China's actions looming in the background of the war may pose far greater challenges down the road. Then Ben brings on former CIA analyst Martin Gurri who breaks down the relationship between politics and the media and how it affects every s...

Ben has two very different, but vital conversations. He speaks with Deputy Director of the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, Matthew Kroenig, to discuss how the United States and NATO allies can navigate the complex geopolitical strategy in responding to Russia's war on Ukraine. Plus, how the war has changed China's calculus towards Taiwan. Then, Ben shifts gears and brings on Washington...

On this bonus episode, Ben is joined by Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott who addresses his controversial and unorthodox plan to handle the Biden Administration's plan to lift COVID-era border restrictions. Governor Abbott explains why the move is necessary, as well as his other plans to address a border crisis he says much of the country is unprepared for. Later, Ben gives background on the h...

On this episode, Ben sits down with Retired Four-Star General and FOX News Senior Strategic Analyst General Jack Keane who gives historical background to the Russian war on Ukraine. Plus, an analysis of why he believes the Ukrainians have given the Russians fierce resistance despite initial intelligence reports saying that major cities would fall in just days. Then, Historian and Senior Fellow at...

This week, Ben sits down with journalist and founder of Paloma Media, Nancy Rommelmann, to discuss her on the ground reporting inside the war zone in Ukraine. Nancy gives her first-hand insight into how the war is going, and what message Ukrainians have for those who have helped in the war effort. Later, Ben switches gears with author and Wall Street Journal columnist, Jason Riley, to discuss race...

This week Ben has two very different conversations with Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and former NFL sideline reporter and co-chair for the campaign for Minnesota Republican gubernatorial candidate Kendall Qualls, Michele Tafoya. Senator Scott sheds light on what he believes Republican should do if they win back the House and Senate this fall as well as some of the pushback that he has received. Then,...

This week, Ben sits down with Senior Research Fellow on Russia and Europe at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, Anatol Lieven, and Founder and Executive Director of Power The Future, Daniel Turner. Anatol weighs in on how Putin's decisions are affected by the information he receives from his inner circle, what possible off-ramps for peace could be, and what might be next for Vladimir...