The Ari Hoffman Show

The Producers strike back! In a lively on-air crossover that’s equal parts public service announcement and passionate rant, Big Mike (producer of The Ari Hoffman Show) and Zach Wildfang (producer of The Morning Ride) team up to warn Seattleites about the dangers lurking in those sketchy red carts outside T-Mobile Park. Plus, Big Mike shares heartfelt insights into the life and legacy of Seattle radio icon Bob Rivers, while announcing an upcoming tribute event that’s set to bring the community together in celebration and charity.

From his ongoing series of faith-based conversations called Keeping the Faith, KVI's Ari Hoffman speaks to Pastor Russell Johnson, Dave Rubin, and Shabbos Kestenbaum in this bonus podcast episode!

In a raw and heartfelt remote broadcast amid the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, KVI's Ari Hoffman shares his personal perspective on the monumental release of Israeli hostages after over 700 days in Hamas captivity—coinciding exactly two years with the October 7 massacre on Simchas Torah. From celebrating at a synagogue event that turned emotional as news broke, to breaking down President Trump's role in brokering peace, Hoffman dives into the deal's intricacies, Hamas's violations, and why this could reshape the Middle East.Key Highlights from Ari's Statement: Timing and Personal Impact: Hoffman, away from the studio on a pre-planned day off, addresses listeners' requests for his take on this "historical day." He ties it to Indigenous Peoples Day (which he calls Columbus Day) and the irony of Middle East peace accords highlighting true indigeneity in Israel. Holiday Context and Emotional Reaction: During Sukkot celebrations—building huts, feasts, and ceremonies—news of the hostages' return interrupted festivities. Hoffman left early due to overwhelming emotions and covered it live for The Post Millennial, sharing clips on X  The Deal's Details and Skepticism: 20 living hostages returned in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian terrorists (including rapists and murderers)—what Hoffman calls a "ransom," not an exchange. Hamas has already violated terms by withholding 28 bodies, claiming ignorance. Israel should reinstate the death penalty to deter future kidnappings, he argues. Unmet Conditions and Gaza Chaos: Israel's war ends only with full hostage return and Hamas's surrender/destruction—neither fully met. Palestinians are now infighting in Gaza's ruins, with clans vying for control post-Hamas failure. Trump's Masterstroke: The president landed in Israel for a heroes' welcome, addressed the Knesset with 105% approval, then negotiated in Egypt (snubbing Netanyahu due to Arab antisemitism). Trump's strategy: Bombing Iran's nuclear sites, decapitating threats like Hezbollah and Houthis, and pressuring Qatar/Turkey (Hamas harborers) via threats like bombing Doha. Roots of the Crisis: Blames decades of failed U.S. policy, especially Obama and Biden's funding of Iran and Palestinians, reversing Trump's cuts. October 7 aimed to derail Saudi Arabia's Abraham Accords entry—now possible again. Broader Implications: Arab states prefer allying with Israel over backing losers like Hamas. Expansion of Accords could end terror funding via trade (e.g., more kosher spots in Dubai than Seattle). Activists and the far left/right are silent; Democrats like Ilhan Omar have nothing to say. Predicts new narratives accusing Israel of "genocide" if fighting resumes, despite Trump's amnesty offer and low combatant-civilian ratios.…

- The Peace President Donald Trump ends the Israel/Hamas War - Seattle independent journalists have an audience with the president at the White House - Seattle Public Schools says no to police after another violent incident - Bob Ferguson plays chess with the ghost of Joe Biden

- Lamestream media comes to Portland to falsely claim it's peaceful - Bruce Harrell goes viral, and it may cost him the election - Vandals break into the WA Capitol - Hamas is reneging on the peace deal & the left blames Israel

- Portland Police are now being investigated for inaction at ICE facility - Bruce Harrell says he wants to learn repeat offenders life story - New docs reveal ADL bias - Hamas responds to Trump peace deal

- Schumer's shutdown is here - Kshama Sawant's husband gets arrested after allegedly assaulting a female congressional staffer - FBI cuts off the ADL - Leftists calling 911 on signature gatherers

- Oregon Democrats gaslighting over National Guard - Mayor Pete endorses fellow failed mayor Bruce Harrell - Muslim extremist group moves to influence WA politics - Leftists calling 911 on signature gatherers

- Oregon officials claim Portland is a paradise as Antifa riots - ADL lists TPUSA as an extremist group - Trump proposes peace plan for Gaza - Attacks on signature gatherers escalate

- No one in the media read the Comey indictment - Is Trump going to yank FIFA from Seattle? - Sinclair caves and puts Kimmel back on air - Netanyahu explains exactly why the world should care about what happens to Israel