The Larry Kudlow Show

Former National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien discusses a joint U.S.-Israeli military operation against Iran, characterizing the strike as an inevitable consequence of the regime's refusal to negotiate in good faith. O'Brien argues that the Ayatollah’s government brought the attack upon itself by rejecting a simplified diplomatic deal offered by President Trump that required the cessation of nuc...

John Carney clarifies that recent price spikes were driven by volatile service sector margins rather than trade policies, suggesting that underlying inflation remains under control. The conversation transitions into a confident political outlook, noting that a unified Republican leadership and a rebounding GDP create a strong tailwind for the administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

The conversation primarily addresses the economic implications of a surprise U.S.-Israeli military action in Iran, noting that while oil prices have surged, the panel views the market disruption as a temporary reaction to wartime volatility. A significant portion of the dialogue is dedicated to rebutting "AI derangement syndrome," with the speakers arguing that technological displacement is a natu...

General Jack Keane discusses a coordinated military offensive by the United States and Israel aimed at permanently dismantling the Iranian regime. The strategy centers on achieving tactical surprise through daylight strikes, focusing initially on the destruction of air defense systems and the decapitation of political and military leadership. Keane emphasizes that this is a comprehensive campaign...

Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette joins Larry Kudlow to discuss the economic and geopolitical implications of Operation Epic Fury, a joint military action against Iran. Brouillette argues that while a short-term price spike in oil is inevitable due to contractual risks, the global market remains stable because increased American production and excess capacity from allies can easily offset Ir...

Forbes Media Chairman Steve Forbes and WABC Radio Host Steve Moore joins the show to talk President Trump's Tariffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guests include: John Carney, EJ Antoni, Michael Faulkender, Robert O'Brien, Jack Bouroudjian, Pete Najarian, Steve Forbes, and WABC Radio Host Steve Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Smart X Data Chairman, Jack Bouroudjian and Co-Founder of Market Rebellion, Pete Najarian joins Larry to talk Stock Market Watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ambassador Robert O'Brien joins the show to talk the War in Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Economist EJ Antoni and Professor of Finance Michael Faulkender joins the show to talk Inflation and GDP 4th Quarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Carney joins the show to talk with Larry about the Supreme Court's decision on President Trump's Tariffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kudlow presents a data-driven defense of the current administration, highlighting record-breaking stock market milestones and a robust labor market where wage growth is significantly outperforming inflation. Through interviews and panel discussions, the text frames the upcoming midterms as a referendum on this "prosperity rocket ship," while sharp critiques are directed at government agencies like...

Larry Kudlow and his guests argue that achieving 3.5% real GDP growth is the essential key to balancing the national debt and ensuring long-term prosperity. They critique the conservative estimates of the Congressional Budget Office and the Federal Reserve, asserting that these institutions fail to account for the massive economic potential of deregulation and productivity booms driven by artifici...

Larry Kudlow and Theo Wold argue that while Democrats are targeting the budget of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to satisfy their base, this strategy inadvertently jeopardizes essential services like the Coast Guard, TSA, and FEMA. Beyond the immediate fiscal shutdown, the discussion highlights the heavy financial burden on taxpayers caused by sanctuary city policies and the alleged sys...

Larry Kudlow and former National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien discuss a significant shift in American foreign policy toward Iran, noting that regime change is now openly being considered by the administration. They explore the President’s preference for a diplomatic deal that eliminates nuclear and missile threats, yet they emphasize that his patience is waning due to Iran's history of stalling...

Larry Kudlow and John Carney examine the unexpected decline in consumer prices, challenging the conventional wisdom that inflation only slows down rather than reverses. Carney highlights a detailed analysis of 71 specific goods and services that saw price drops in January 2026, noting significant year-over-year decreases in essential categories like eggs, fuel, and electronics. Beyond these statis...

Larry Kudlow discusses several high-priority conservative policy goals with guests Joe Concha and Mark Simone, primarily focusing on the push for mandatory voter ID and proof of citizenship for the upcoming elections. The speakers frame the lack of identification requirements as a logical inconsistency, noting that photo IDs are required for daily activities like air travel and entering media buil...

Larry Kudlow and investment experts Jack Bouroudjian and Jim Lacamp analyze a robust bull market characterized by shifting leadership and strong economic indicators. The participants argue that the economy is entering a period of significant productivity growth and high corporate earnings, which they believe justifies high stock valuations despite a recent drawdown in Bitcoin. Central to their opt...

Larry Kudlow and David Malpass discuss the need for a fundamental shift in Federal Reserve policy following the anticipated appointment of Kevin Warsh. They argue that the central bank’s current reliance on backward-looking data and outdated economic models stifles national prosperity by failing to account for the power of innovation. Malpass suggests that by moving away from the "natural rate" of...

Senator Rick Scott discusses the legislative gridlock in Washington, specifically focusing on the Democrats' refusal to fund ICE and other homeland security agencies. Scott expresses skepticism that a budget will be reached, arguing that his political opponents prioritize open borders and the protection of undocumented immigrants over national security and enforcement. The conversation shifts to t...

Larry Kudlow leads a dynamic discussion on the current intersection of economic prosperity and aggressive foreign policy alongside analysts Rich Lowry and David Webb. The segment highlights a bullish domestic economy, characterized by a record-breaking stock market and rising wages, which the speakers argue will serve as a decisive political advantage for Republicans despite pessimistic media narr...

Host Larry Kudlow and guests Nancy Tengler and Jon Najarian argue that corporate earnings and productivity are the primary drivers of economic health, despite what they view as pessimistic reporting from mainstream media. The conversation highlights how transformative technologies like robotics and artificial intelligence are reshaping investment strategies, leading the panel to favor sectors such...

Larry Kudlow and his guests critique the current state of American culture and economics, beginning with a dismissal of the politicized Super Bowl halftime show and modern music in favor of traditional artists. The conversation shifts toward a celebratory analysis of the Dow reaching 50,000, which the speakers view as a testament to the enduring success of supply-side economic policies. A central...

Jonathan Turley introduces his book Rage and the Republic, which examines how the American Revolution succeeded where the French Revolution failed by prioritizing liberty over direct democracy. Turley argues that the American founders purposefully paired their political framework with the capitalist theories of Adam Smith, believing that individual freedom is impossible without economic independen...

John Carney and EJ Antoni come on to discuss the future of the Federal Reserve and current inflation trends. The conversation primarily focuses on the potential appointment of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chairman, emphasizing his supply-side economic philosophy as a necessary departure from the current board's failed models. The participants critique the institution's reliance on interest on reserve balanc...