The Big Ben Show

As the dust settles from the ABC Presidential Debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, Ben notes the pros and cons of the former President’s performance. Highlighting Trump’s stronger handling of key issues such as immigration, the economy, and national security, but also critiquing his inability to shy away from taking Harris' bait on crowd sizes and abortion...

It’s official, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are set to face off in the ABC Presidential Debate, September 10th.   Ben reviews how President Trump performed at the first 2024 Presidential Debate, given that most of the analysis was on President Biden's lackluster performance.   Plus, Ben notes how he anticipates Vice President Harris will address 9 key major policy...

This morning, Jonathan Martin wrote a controversial article in POLITICO, saying that some GOP leaders are secretly hoping that former President Trump loses in November. Ben tears apart Martin's op-ed line-by-line, and notes that he hasn't been in conservative circles for years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the election season enters its final push after Labor Day, the matchup between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris is a true toss up. Ben looks back on how much the race has changed since mid-July, in what was once of the most historic weeks in American political history. Former President Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt, accepted a Presidential nomination, a...

Ben critiques CNN's handling of the first sit down interview with Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz since they became their party's nominees. He notes the lack of tough questions from Dana Bash, while sizing up where we are in the race for the White House heading into Labor Day.    Besides the light questioning and shorter than advertised interview, he explains how Vice...

Ben takes a break from the constant discussion of the 2024 Presidential Election to share his thoughts on the current state of the “cancel culture movement."   He notes how the unclear definitions of cancel culture can manifest in the ruining of everyday people's lives. Holding a more detrimental impact than legitimate bad behavior from prominent individuals.  Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Last night the Democratic National Convention concluded in Chicago, with Vice President Harris’ nomination acceptance speech. Ben is joined by Republican Campaign strategist and co-founder of Purple Strategies, Alex Castellanos to recap the week’s events and provide insight on whether Vice President Harris successfully transitioned into her role at the top of the Democratic presidential ticket. Pl...

Ben delivers a monologue live from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, drawing on his years of experience at political conventions. He notes a difference between what he is hearing from delegates that initially had expected this to be a convention nominating President Biden, compared to the heavily produced product broadcasted on television.   Plus, Ben emphasizes how scarily radical th...

On the eve of the 2024 Democratic National Convention and a month after Vice President Harris made her way to the top of the national ticket, fractured opinions surrounding her candidacy have been restored.   Ben is joined by Historian and Author, Edward Luttwak to discuss how the Democratic party has managed to engineer a seemingly smooth transition from the Biden-Harris to the Harris-Walz ticket...

Vice President Kamala Harris has the momentum in the 2024 race for the White House, but Ben points out that the fundamentals of this election still heavily favor former President Trump.    Ben looks at the changing strategy of the Trump-Vance campaign, and notes the two states that if he carries, the election would be settled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does the Harris-Walz ticket say about the United States’ ethical character? With the announcement of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as the Democratic Vice Presidential nominee, the Harris-Walz campaign has hit the ground running gaining support from the Hollywood elite and big name political pundits. Ben emphasizes why this sugar high is based on “vibes” as opposed to policy and why VP Harris po...

Welcome Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to the big leagues. Vice President Harris has introduced Governor Walz as her running mate in the 2024 presidential election. After only two weeks as the presidential candidate Vice President Harris has managed to rally momentum and enthusiasm from the Democratic base. Will her VP pick maintain the same support?  Ben analyzes whether VP Harris made this decision...

Earlier this week, former President Trump attended an event held by the National Association of Black Journalists, where ABC Senior Congressional Correspondent Rachel Scott, opened the conversation with the former President by questioning his credibility. Ben shares his thoughts on what could've been a respectful interview quickly turning into what many believe was more of an interrogation.  Ben p...

Ben sounds the alarm on the state of the 2024 presidential race as he believes the media's reengineering of Vice President Harrs into someone, she fundamentally is not, posing a major threat to former President Trump's White House chances.  However, he digs deep into her record and makes the case that she is uniquely unqualified to serve as President of the United States. Ben sets the stage for ho...

Ben revisits a long-form interview with Senator JD Vance (R-OH) from shortly after he became the Republican nominee for the Ohio Senate seat in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Misinformation from the Left regarding Project 2025, a policy initiative developed by the Heritage Foundation and conservative allies, has been spreading like wildfire. President of The Heritage Foundation Kevin Roberts clarifies the goals of Project 2025 and clears up the lies that the Left has been spewing about the initiative. Plus, they discuss their predictions for the upcoming election and h...

Amidst growing pressure from the media and Democratic elites, President Biden announced he was withdrawing from the 2024 Presidential Race; it now appears that Vice President Kamala Harris is close to clinching the Democratic nomination. Ben analyzes Vice President Harris' record, as well as how she will run her campaign. He notes how the political class, media, and pop culture stars will prop her...

Ben recaps one of the most monumental weeks in American political history as former President Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt, accepted a Presidential nomination, and selected a vice-presidential nominee all within the course of around 52 hours. Plus, the wagons are circling around President Biden as key ally of former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA) publicly...

On this encore episode, Ben revisits his thoughts on both President Biden and former President Trump agreeing to two debates this year. With one debate down and the other two months away, voters can see both candidates in full view. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following President Biden’s shaky CNN Presidential debate performance, Democratic voters tuned into his exclusive interview with George Stephanopoulos hoping to settle their hesitation surrounding the President’s capability to defeat former President Trump come November. Unfortunately, that hope did not come to pass. Ben reacts to the speculation regarding President Biden’s political future and wh...

To commemorate the Fourth of July, Ben revisits some historical passages he finds relevant to the holiday and the current political climate. A few of the selections include President George Washington, political philosopher Alexander De Tocqueville, and abolitionist and author Frederick Douglass. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The politics of abortion is sparking concern among many Republican candidates ahead of the 2024 election. However, Ben examines the reality of the abortion issue and explains why it isn't as motivating as Democrats make it out to be. Later, Ben discusses how the pro-life movement can move forward, more effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the country stands just a week out from the CNN presidential debate, in a consequential election viewed by most experts as a toss-up, Ben shares some of the most important histories, narratives, and skills of storytelling. Ben illustrates what Republicans can do better across the country to shape their stories to win elections and improve the lives of everyday Americans. Learn more about your a...

As Hunter Biden is found guilty on three charges related to the illegal purchase of a gun, Ben breaks down what the verdict means for the country, President Biden, and why it goes far beyond Hunter's addiction problems. Follow Ben on Twitter: @BDomenech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Mexico elects a socialist climate scientist as their new president, Ben weighs in on how ridiculous the media coverage of President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum might be if former President Donald Trump wins in November. Her election could also pose more issues for the United States at the Southern Border. Plus, he breaks down the cartel's massive influence in Mexico, and why it may be even more pow...