Ben Domenech dives into New York City’s shocking election of Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani and what it reveals about the far-left takeover of the Democratic Party.

National Review columnist Caroline Downey joins to unpack Gen Z’s role, class resentment, and how socialism is reshaping America’s biggest city.

Then, author and scholar Charles Murray discusses his new book Taking Religion Seriously exploring faith, science, and why smart people still believe. They also reflect on Thomas Sowell’s legacy, art’s decline, and whether religion is returning to public life.

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Ben Domenech dives into America’s political and cultural chaos in this episode of The Big Ben Show. He opens with a sharp look at the Democratic Party’s growing internal divide and how progressive elites have lost touch with working-class voters.

Next, journalist Ethan Strauss joins to unpack the FBI’s explosive NBA gambling investigation, revealing insider betting, mob ties, and why legalized sports betting may be eroding trust in the game. Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares discusses how his race has become a referendum on decency and what rising crime and weak prosecution mean for voters.

Finally, Ben breaks down Taylor Sheridan’s move from Paramount to NBC, exploring what it says about the power of creators in today’s streaming wars.

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In this bonus episode of The Big Ben Show, host Ben Domenech sits down with Brent Scher, editor-in-chief at The Daily Wire for a candid discussion on the future of journalism and political media. They explore how the news landscape is shifting, what independent media means for public trust, and how new voices are challenging legacy outlets. From newsroom culture and political coverage to the influence of social platforms, Ben and Brent unpack what’s changing and what journalists, creators, and audiences should expect next. Recorded in Palo Alto, this wide-ranging conversation offers sharp insights into media, politics, and the evolving role of storytelling in democracy. What do you think is the biggest change in journalism today?  🎙️ Listen and SUBSCRIBE for more candid conversations on speech, culture, media power, and politics.  

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In this episode of The Big Ben Show, Ben Domenech unpacks a defining question of our time: What happens when you win the war but lose a generation?

Ben explores how Israel’s global image is shifting among Gen Z, young Christians, and American conservatives and why social media, faith, and foreign policy are reshaping how a new generation views the Middle East, Trump, and America’s role in the world.

Later, Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson joins to break down President Trump’s brokered ceasefire deal in Israel, what it means for Netanyahu, JD Vance, and the future of “America First” foreign policy.

Then, journalist Katie Herzog sits down with Ben to discuss her new book Drink Your Way Sober, a science-based approach to recovery that challenges traditional AA methods. They explore the rise of Gen Z sobriety, faith in modern America, and why our cultural relationship with alcohol is changing.

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Ben kicks off with reaction to a breakthrough Middle East deal and why critics are suddenly quiet.

Senior Editor of the Daily Caller, Amber Duke, joins to break down Virginia’s governor race, Spanberger’s debate stumbles, the Jay Jones text scandal, and how crime and school policies are driving voters.

Peter Navarro then details his Reagan National arrest, his executive privilege fight, and his case against DOJ and the FBI, plus what it means for 2025 and China. Ben closes on cable’s collapse, why the NFL rules the bundle, and where streaming consolidation is headed. 

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Ben opens with the Virginia firestorm around attorney general candidate Jay Jones. He details the reported texts, plays the apology, and reacts to Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s response. He also lays out why this controversy raises questions about early voting and accountability.
Maria Bartiromo joins Ben to talk AI bias, jobs, and how to keep perspective with new tech. She explains why social platforms should be liable when they act like news outlets, and walks through her 3:45 a.m. routine, live breaking news prep, and why her show is beating CNBC in the mornings. She also shares how to teach kids about money with simple habits that build independence.
Investigative journalist Luke Rosiak stops by to break down the latest on the Kavanaugh case sentencing and what it means for deterrence and equal justice.
Finally, Ben looks at the CBS shake up and what Bari Weiss moving into legacy media could mean for real journalism, independent voices, and reaching audiences beyond the bubble.
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Ben opens on faith, family and the state of men in American life, pushing back on Hillary Clinton's narrative and explaining why a renewed admiration for strong fatherhood is rising. He ties it to recent cultural flashpoints and the reaction to Charlie Kirk’s death.

Nancy Mace joins to break down the shutdown fight, why she calls it a left flank problem for Democrats, and how suburban women are moving on women’s sports and Title IX. She also lays out her South Carolina agenda on taxes, immigration and law and order, and reflects on a broader faith revival she’s seeing on the ground.

Brian Kilmeade weighs in on the Quantico speech and a reset toward merit in the ranks, then dives into Venezuela, media spin and 2025 politics.

Ben closes on the Rowling vs Emma Watson rift, arguing the tide has turned and Rowling had it right as the culture reassesses gender ideology. 

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Ben opens with the Kimmel saga and why affiliates, not just the FCC chatter, drove ABC’s decision. He breaks down Disney’s calculations, media double standards, and what this moment says about free speech and accountability.

Lee Smith, journalist and author of “The China Matrix,” joins to unpack Gaza politics at the UN, Saudi leverage on a Palestinian state, and Qatar’s influence in the West. He also explains why tariffs and the trade deficit are central to America’s China strategy.

Jon Levine, Washington Free Beacon Reporter, weighs in on the online reaction to Charlie Kirk’s death, consequences vs cancel culture, and how campus events and speaker security should change.

Ben closes with DC’s plan to bring the Commanders back to RFK Stadium, Mayor Muriel Bowser’s dealmaking, National Guard support, and the sharp drop in crime that followed.

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Ben opens with a personal reflection on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the media spin that followed, then digs into how we got here and what it means for free speech and civic life.

Andy Ngo joins to unpack the online radicalization pipeline, Discord and Steam footprints, and why euphemisms for political violence keep spreading.

Peter Hasson of the Washington Free Beacon breaks down how prominent voices amplified false claims after the killing, why corrections lag, and what accountability could look like across platforms.

Grab Bag wraps with the Bengals’ nightmare after Joe Burrow’s injury and what Cincinnati should do at quarterback right now.

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Ben opens with the Charlotte light-rail killing of Irina Zyrutska, why legacy outlets tried to look away, and what that says about free speech, crime policy, and who gets to control the narrative. He connects the story to the broader fight over platform power and speech. Ben asks where we’d be without X’s openness and a political climate less tolerant of censorship.

Winston Marshall, former Mumford and Sons Bandmember, then joins to unpack Britain’s speech crackdown. They also tackle immigration tensions and the long, ugly history of grooming gangs that elites don’t want discussed, plus whether AI can ever replace the soul in music.

Finally, Rob Bluey of The Daily Signal, breaks down how the press room now includes voices from legacy outlets long kept out. He and Ben dig into a family-first policy focus from the right (marriage, birthrates, fixing perverse incentives). They also take stock of Trump’s second term so far: a harder border stance cheered by conservatives, with economic risks still looming.

Ben closes with a sports-media rant: ESPN’s RedZone “short ads” morph into 45-second overlays that block live cut-ins. Ben argues it undercuts the entire product and he foreshadows a pricey ad-free upsell.

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