The Seth Leibsohn Show

Seth discusses the need for accountability in politics, citing the recent White House Correspondence Dinner shooting and the role of rhetoric in inciting violence, particularly against President Trump and conservatives. Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey was indicted over a photo of seashells arranged in a pattern reading 8647 that officials say threatened Presi...

Ed Morrissey, Managing Editor at Hot Air , and host of the Ed Morrissey Podcast, joins Seth to discuss the colossal security failure at the White House Correspondents' Dinner resulting in an attempt on President Trump’s life and the Secret Service's handling of the situation. Ed shares his thoughts on the lax internal security measures that allowed the attacker to pass through multiple...

President Trump has once again been the target of another foiled assassination attempt. The growing trend of violence in the Democratic Party. Listener call-in commentary on the Boston Marathon. We're joined by John Dombroski, founder and president of Grand Canyon Planning Associates. The struggle of determining what is truth and the importance of credibility and doing one's own research. Life les...

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, head Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale, and the host of the Rabbi Allouche podcast, joins Seth for the full hour to talk about this week's Torah portion, known as Acharei Mot-Kedoshim, coming from the book of Leviticus. Rabbi Allouche delves into the concept of being holy like God. He discusses the importance of treating others with kindness and respect...

George Khalaf, Republican candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives from Legislative District 3, on the recent Trump rally in Phoenix, where George shares his observations on the President Trump's ability to connect with a young and diverse audience. They also discuss the importance of authenticity in politics, highlighting the contrast between President Trump's genuine approach and the D...

Chuck Warren, co-host of Breaking Battlegrounds, heard every Saturday at 9 AM right here on 960 The Patriot, joins Seth in studio to converse about the latest news and trends in politics. They dive into the recent indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center (S.P.L.C) and its connections to the 2017 Charlottesville, Virginia rally. Chuck shares his insights on the fear-mongering tactics used...

Seth explores the concept of the "crisis industrial complex" and how it's affecting society. He discusses how the Left's perpetual state of crisis can lead to the loss of liberty and sanity, referencing President Eisenhower's warning about the military-industrial complex in his 1961 Farewell Address to the nation. Seth also touches on the idea that the Left's fear-mongering can have a disproportio...

Dr. Paul Carrese, Director of the Center for American Civics and Professor at Arizona State University’s (ASU) School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership (SCETL), joins the show by phone to talk about SCETL’s upcoming event Founding Values: George Washington and the Role of the Military in our Democracy , featuring guest speaker LTG (ret.) H. R. McMaster, and his upcoming book...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit upheld a Texas law requiring the display of the Judeo-Christian Ten Commandments in public classrooms. Seth is puzzled by Producer David Doll’s attire. We're joined by John Dombroski, founder and president of Grand Canyon Planning Associates. The Justice Department Has charged the Southern Poverty Law Center (S.P.L.C.) with a number of federal...

Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to dissect a recent  Washington Post piece “This teaching method, backed by conservatives, is on the rise” featuring liberal criticisms of primary schools teaching in a classical style and the Trump Administration’s support of such educational institutions. They dive into...

Democratic Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy has praised Iranian naval vessels making it past the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, an act many are calling traitorous. Seth discusses Senator Murphy's comments on President Trump's alleged attempts to end democracy, questioning the senator's claims with evidence. The conversation also touches on the Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment for a...

Ed Morrissey, Managing Editor at  Hot Air , and host of the Ed Morrissey Podcast, joins Seth to discuss his ‘Final Word’ columns, the challenges of staying on top of the news cycle and the importance of journalistic integrity. They dive into the recent resignation of Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell and the role of the media in covering his sexual misconduct, with Ed expres...

Seth reflects on the importance of patriotism and American values and how some individuals, including politicians, have lost sight of these principles. He contrasts this with the patriotism and love for America shown by figures like Frederick Douglas, John Marshall Harlan, and Martin Luther King, Jr. The conversation also touches on the role of education, technology, and the need for discernment i...

David Harsanyi, senior writer at  The Washington Examiner and co-host of the You’re Wrong podcast with Mollie Hemingway, joins Seth to discuss his recent columns on immigration and assimilation. They dive into the importance of assimilation, the difference between various types of immigrants, and the challenges of integrating into American culture. David shares his thoughts on the...

The danger of losing the durables. Music as medicine. We're joined by Shannon Estes, President of CMI Gold & Silver  Democrats’ impeachment efforts against Secretary of Defense  Pete Hegseth.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IBrian T. Kennedy, president of the American Strategy Group, chairman of the Committee on the Present Danger: China, and a board member and senior fellow of the Claremont Institute, shares his expertise on the growing threat of China's influence in the United States. He discusses the country's efforts to shape American culture, from Hollywood to universities, and the alarming rate at which they're...

It’s Tax Day in America. Seth dives into the importance of standards and excellence in our society. He discusses how the current trend of lowering standards and promoting mediocrity is affecting our education system and beyond. The conversation touches on the idea that when we lower our standards, we're not doing anyone a favor, and that excellence is what drives progress. We're joined...

Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about the state of education in America, highlighting the decline of Western civilization courses and the emphasis on "woke" topics in schools. Hugh shares his personal experience with the Arizona Board of Regents' mandated curriculum, which he believes is watering down the study of Ame...

Seth discusses the importance of understanding and appreciating American history and civics. He shares a powerful quote from Ronald Reagan's 1964 "Time for Choosing" speech, highlighting how foreigners often remind Americans of their country's greatness. Seth expresses concern about the state of civic understanding in the US, citing the lack of emphasis on American history and achievements in scho...

Chuck Warren, co-host of Breaking Battlegrounds, heard every Saturday at 9 AM right here on 960 The Patriot, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about Representative Eric Swalwell’s (D) departure from the race for California governor in the wake of sexual misconduct allegations. Shay Khatiri, Vice President of Development and a Senior Fellow at Yorktown Institute, joins the conver...

Some admissions about soon-to-be former-Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA). Seth reflects on an impromptu speech by Ronald Reagan at the 1976 Republican National Convention (RNC) highlighting the importance of preserving freedom and individual rights. Salem Phoenix General Manager Mark Durkin joins the show to discuss a new discovery of his… hard boiled eggs. We're joined by John Dombroski...

Rabbi Pinchas Allouche, head Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tefillah in Scottsdale, and the host of the Rabbi Allouche podcast, joins Seth for the full hour to talk about this week's Torah portion, known as Beshalach. Seth and Rabbi Allouche explore the importance of small actions and leadership as they delve into the story of Nadav and Avihu, sons of Aaron, and how their actions reflect the idea...

George Khalaf, Republican candidate for the Arizona House of Representatives from Legislative District 3, joins The Seth Leibsohn Show on the importance of biblical worldview in education and politics, highlighting the work of Arizona Christian University (ACU) in fostering students who apply their faith in real-world situations. George shares his experiences and insights on the intersection of fa...

John Hinderaker, founder of Power Line and President of the Center of the American Experiment, joins the show by phone to talk about the 50th Anniversary of the release of 1976's All the President's Men, and the film's impact on journalism. John shares his thoughts on the film's portrayal of the Espionage Act and the Pentagon Papers case, and how it may have contributed to the decline of tradition...

Seth analyzes Bill Glahn’s piece “Game theory” at Power Line, diving into the complexities of the Iran situation, discussing the nuances of game theory and its limitations in understanding the Middle-East. The conversation also touches on President Trump's approach, comparing it to past administrations, and the importance of considering the role of God and Providence in historica...