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The Editors

The Editors

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Unravel the threads of American politics with incisive commentary and in-depth analysis on the state of the political scene. Join National Review writers like Rich Lowry, Charles C. W. Cooke, Jim Geraghty, Michael Brendan Dougherty, Jack Butler, and more for political commentary you can’t get anywhere else. Longing for a refreshing dose of sanity? All you need to do is tune in.National Review Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 793: Trump's AI Revolution
    Jul 25 2025

    On today’s edition of The Editors, Jack Butler guest-hosts for the absent Rich Lowry, and is joined by Charlie, Jim, and Michael to discuss Tulsi Gabbard’s announcements about Obama, news out of Ukraine, and Trump’s remarks on AI.

    Editors’ Picks:

    • Jack: Tributes to Ed Fuelner; Moria Gleason and Benjamin Rothove's output
    • Charlie: James Kirchick’s magazine piece "Tucker Carlson’s Dark Turn"
    • Jim: Charlie’s piece “Everything That’s Going On”
    • MBD: Giancarlo Sopo’s review “No Sacred Cows: Eddington Skewers America’s Madness"

    Light Items:

    • Jack: Joy for some dear friends
    • Charlie: Bang Bang shrimp
    • Jim: Superman
    • MBD: More sports camp news

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    Finding Reagan

    This podcast was edited and produced by Sarah Colleen Schutte.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 792: Time's Up for 'The Late Show'
    Jul 22 2025

    Today on The Editors, Noah guest-hosts for Rich and is joined by Charlie, Phil, and Dominic. They discuss CBS’s decision to cancel Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show,’ Hunter Biden’s recent media appearances, and much more.

    Editors’ Picks:

    • Noah: John Puir's post “House Republicans Still Have Some Reaganism Left in Them”
    • Charlie: Jeff’s Carnival of Fools “ No Autopsy Can Restore the Democratic Party’s Viability”
    • Phil: Andy’s piece “Russiagate Re-Revisited: Gabbard Urges DOJ to Prosecute Obama Officials”
    • Dominic: Ramesh’s post “The Associated Press Confuses on Illegal Immigrants and Medicaid"

    Light Items:

    • Noah: Vacation
    • Charlie: His kids golfing
    • Phil: Wanting to see Guns and Moses
    • Dominic: Tall D.C. buildings

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    Made In

    This podcast was edited and produced by Sarah Colleen Schutte.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Episode 791: Epistolary Intrigues
    Jul 18 2025

    Today on The Editors, Rich, Charlie, Michael, and Jack discuss the continually evolving Epstein story, which now seems to include a new Trump angle; the defunding of NPR; and Britain’s push to lower the voting age.

    Editors’ Picks:

    • Rich: Audrey’s piece “Exclusive: Trump Admin to Cut Off Federal Funding to Hospitals That Provide Gender-Transition Services to Minors”
    • Charlie: Abigail’s piece “The U.K.’s Double Standard on Free Expression”
    • MBD: W. C. Byrne's piece “The 25 Greatest Mets of the Last 25 Years”
    • Jack: Anne Lord’s piece “Confronting the Iranian Regime Helps the Women It Oppresses"

    Light Items:

    • Rich: A collegiate summer league baseball game
    • Charlie: Disney trip
    • MBD: Perennial Favorites by the Squirrel Nut Zippers
    • Jack: Fort McHenry

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    This podcast was edited and produced by Sarah Colleen Schutte.

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    1 hr and 14 mins
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Stellar political commentary

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Yes, conservative reason exists in these dark days. Intelligent, topical, self-deprecating and funny. Highly recommended.

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best conservative political podcast, 2x weekly podacst and a true delight to listen to. Charlie is based.

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