The Karol Markowicz Show

New York City Councilwoman Vickie Paladino joins The Karol Markowicz Show for a candid conversation about standing as one of the city’s most prominent Republican voices, winning over voters in a heavily Democratic district, and why she believes New York City is at a critical turning point. Paladino discusses her opposition to Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s agenda, her concerns over the directi...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with bestselling author and C all Me Back host Dan Senor for a powerful conversation about Israel, resilience, community, and the future of human connection. Dan discusses the story behind his bestselling books Startup Nation and The Genius of Israel , explaining how Israel became one of the world’s leading centers for innovation,...

In this episode, Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer joins the podcast to discuss the city’s rapid growth, evolving demographics, and thriving business climate. Mayor Singer shares how Boca Raton is attracting families, entrepreneurs, and innovators while working to preserve the community’s unique character and quality of life. He reflects on his personal journey into public service, the imp...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Mollie Hemingway to discuss her new book, Alito , and the lasting impact of Samuel Alito on the Supreme Court and the Constitution. Mollie shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Court, explains why Justice Alito remains one of the most influential — and least understood — justices in America, and discusses major rulin...

Can memes influence elections, shape public opinion, and build billion-dollar businesses? Jason Levin, founder of MemeLord.com , joins The Karol Markowicz Show to explain how internet culture has evolved into one of the most powerful forces in politics, marketing, and media. Jason shares the unlikely story of dropping out of college, raising millions of dollars to build MemeLord, and helping brand...

In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with comedian, commentator, and Heritage Media Fellow Tim Young for a candid and hilarious conversation about media, politics, stand-up comedy, and staying authentic in an increasingly polarized world. Tim shares his unconventional path from Capitol Hill and law school to becoming one of the most recognizable conservative voices online....

On this episode of the The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Tablet Editor-in-Chief Alana Newhouse for a wide-ranging conversation on the collapse of trust in media, the rise of AI-driven information chaos, and what comes next for institutions in America. Alana shares the origin story behind Tablet and how it evolved from a niche cultural publication into a broader voice tackling the fail...

Karol Markowicz sits down with Commentary Magazine senior editor Seth Mandel for a wide-ranging conversation about journalism, family, faith, homeschooling, and the future of media. Seth shares how a local newspaper job launched his career, his journey from community journalism to Commentary Magazine, and what it's like being married to author and commentator Bethany Mandel. He also opens up about...

What motivates a 19-year-old conservative activist to travel the country debating politics on college campuses despite security threats and intense opposition? On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with rising political commentator Brilyn Hollyhand , author of the upcoming book Make America Talk Again . Brilyn shares how a fourth-grade mock election sparked his passion for...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with education reform leader Erika Donalds , founder of the Education Freedom Foundation, school choice advocate, entrepreneur, and wife of Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds. Erika explains why she remains "still mad" about COVID school closures, how classical education is transforming student outcomes, and why America's edu...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with National Review senior writer Noah Rothman to discuss his new book, Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America . Together, they explore the often-overlooked history of political violence on the American left, from anarchist bombings and Occupy Wall Street to the 2020 riots and recent attacks targeting law enforc...

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joins Karol Markowicz to discuss her bestselling new book, Poisoned Ivy , and the growing controversy surrounding America's elite universities. Stefanik reflects on the congressional hearing that sparked national debate over campus anti-Semitism, the fallout from her viral exchange with former Harvard president Claudine Gay, and why she believes higher education has st...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with journalist, former Fox News producer, and author Kyle Becker to discuss his new fantasy novel, Hypernia: The Cursed Kingdom . Kyle shares why he transitioned from political commentary and journalism into fiction writing, how the isolation of the COVID era inspired the story, and the deeper themes of purpose, courage, truth, and cul...

On this episode, Karol Markowicz sits down with Eliana Johnson, Editor-in-Chief of the Washington Free Beacon and regular contributor to the Commentary Magazine podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation on journalism, politics, family, and the cultural challenges shaping America today. Eliana shares how an unexpected path led her from challenging professors at Yale and navigating liberal institutio...

In this episode, Karol Markowicz sits down with Noam Blum, CTO of Commentary Magazine and producer of the Commentary Magazine podcast, for a wide-ranging conversation on AI, social media culture, podcasting, and the changing nature of creativity in the digital age. Noam shares his journey from anonymous internet personality to building a career through online communities and discusses how technolo...

Journalist and Tablet Magazine correspondent Armin Rosen joins Karol Markowicz for a wide-ranging conversation on reporting, storytelling, and finding truth in a noisy world. Armin reflects on his biggest investigations, unforgettable assignments around the globe, media culture, optimism about America’s future, and why reading, faith, and exercise may be the surprisingly simple keys to a bet...

On this episode, Karol Markowicz sits down with Roy Altman, author of the New York Times bestselling book Israel on Trial , for a powerful conversation about October 7, the global reaction to Israel, and the growing wave of antisemitism on college campuses. Altman explains what inspired him to write the book, why he believes the debate surrounding Israel has become morally and historically inverte...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Mollie Hemingway to discuss her new book, Alito , and the lasting impact of Samuel Alito on the Supreme Court and the Constitution. Mollie shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Court, explains why Justice Alito remains one of the most influential — and least understood — justices in America, and discusses major rulin...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Garrett Exner — former Marine Corps Special Operations Officer, Hudson Institute fellow, and Executive Director of the Public Interest Fellowship — for a conversation on faith, fatherhood, parenting, and rebuilding strong American families. Garrett shares his journey from the military to Washington, D.C., the lessons he...

Tom Bevan, co-founder and president of RealClearPolitics, joins Karol Markowicz to discuss the evolution of political media, the birth of RealClearPolitics, and how polling averages changed election coverage forever. Tom breaks down why poll skepticism has grown, what the media still gets wrong about Trump voters, and how RealClearPolitics built one of the most trusted political data platforms in...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol welcomes Buck Sexton for a deep dive into his new book, Manufacturing Delusion , exploring why conspiracy culture is growing, how people get pulled into false narratives, and what it takes to bring loved ones back to reality. Buck shares practical advice for navigating fractured relationships, rebuilding trust, and confronting the psychological p...

On this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Amy Swearer, one of America’s leading voices on the Second Amendment, criminal justice reform, and mental health policy. Amy shares her journey from wanting to become a police officer to becoming a legal and policy expert shaping national conversations on gun rights, overcriminalization, and constitutional law. They dive into...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with David Reaboi—policy expert and author of the upcoming book Viral Libels —for a deep dive into what he calls the growing crisis inside conservative media and political culture. Reaboi argues that the rise of social media and the “podcastification” of politics has blurred the line between entertainment and rea...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol Markowicz sits down with Brad Polumbo to break down the shifting landscape of media, politics, and culture. They dive into the rise of “fringe” voices in new media, the erosion of trust in traditional outlets, and why both the left and right are seeing growing pockets of extremism. Brad shares his perspective on Gen Z—are young p...

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show , Karol sits down with political commentator and former presidential candidate Austin Petersen for a wide-ranging conversation on ideology, growth, and the future of American politics. Petersen reflects on his journey from libertarian activist and 2016 presidential candidate to a more Trump-aligned conservative, explaining why he changed his mind—a...