Right on Point Podcast

Paul and Olivia host First Things’ Matthew Schmitz for a motley discussion on issues ranging from the broader themes about American identity and society found in Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest to the impact of Twitter and social media on contemporary politics. We also delve into whether Integralism provides a legitimate way forward, Pope Francis’ problematic dealings with the Chinese government, and the growing influence of First Things on American political commentary. 

Paul and Olivia are joined today by author and political commentator, Ryan James Girdusky, who speaks to us about a host of issues including recent populist movements in Europe and the ongoing trade negotiations with China. He also gives his insights into the growing threat Big Tech companies pose on ordinary Americans, considering their relationship with the Chinese government. Finally, we get an update on the border wall construction and Democratic primary. More at rightonpointpodcast.com!

Olivia gives an update on the Democratic primary ahead of Saturday’s Nevada Caucus, and looks at Bloomberg’s campaign. Plus, we cover the latest regarding the coronavirus and a potential origin of this pandemic, as well as the latest news regarding the border wall. Finally, we conclude with a special edition of Trump Tweet Tuesday! More at rightonpointpodcast.com.

Olivia today unpacks the results of the New Hampshire primary, from which Bernie Sanders claimed victory, followed closely by Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar. We also look ahead at the remaining primaries this month, and how the Democratic field is panning out. Next, we cover Trump’s $4.8 billion budget for the next fiscal year, as well as Pope Francis’ Amazon exhortation released on Wednesday. Finally, we end with this week’s edition of Trump Tweet Thursday! More at rightonpointpodcast.com.

Today Olivia discusses President Trump’s total acquittal, which officially ended this Ukrainian impeachment charade. We also look at the ouster of two key impeachment figures, and what this means moving forward. Finally, we cover the latest regarding the Democratic primary, including Friday’s debate and tonight’s’ New Hampshire primary! More at rightonpointpodcast.com.

Today Olivia discusses President Trump’s 3rd State of the Union address this past Tuesday, and covers some of the highlights from the 78-minute speech to Congress as well as reactions across the aisle. We also look into the disastrous Iowa caucus, how the DNC stole the victory away from Bernie Sanders, and end with another edition of Trump Tweet Thursday! More at rightonpointpodcast.com.

Today Olivia discusses the Trump administration’s decision to amend the travel ban, and restrict immigration from six additional countries. Plus, we cover the last regarding the outbreak of the coronavirus and how the first human to human transmission of the disease has led the administration to place travel restrictions on traveling foreign nationals. Finally, we preview Monday’s Iowa caucus. More at rightonpointpodcast.com!

Paul and Olivia are joined today by The American Conservative’s executive director, Johnny Burtka. Johnny first discusses the importance of protectionist voices in the media in the Trump era, and gives his insights on what economic nationalist agenda looks like. We then delve into the Trump administration’s pro-family policies, hear his predictions on the Democratic field, and much more. More at rightonpointpodcast.com!

Today Olivia discusses the 47th March for Life last Friday in Washington, DC, at which Donald Trump became the first president to speak in person. We also look at the latest polling in Iowa just days before the caucus next Monday, and the recent victories from the Trump administration on various immigration-related issues. More at rightonpointpodcast.com!

Olivia fist looks at the Senate impeachment trial which began on Tuesday, and the unnecessary pomp and circumstance that went into the delivery of the articles to the Senate. We also look at recent poll numbers which demonstrated the President’s strong support among American farmers, the bipartisan letter warning the Trump administration against increasing H-2B visas, and the Houston Astros’ cheating scandal. Finally, we conclude with another edition of Trump Tweet Thursday!