The Scott Jennings Podcast

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the growing debate over capitalism and socialism, new Iranian drone attacks targeting U.S.-linked assets in the Middle East, ICE’s “Operation Rotten Apple” crackdown in New York, and the latest developments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. South Carolina Republican congressional nominee Jenny Honeycutt joins Scott to discuss her campaign for the state’s 1st Congressional District and the issues driving voters ahead of November, while Wisconsin Rep. Bryan Steil weighs in on the House vote condemning socialism and his investigation into ActBlue and potential foreign money in American elections. Election analyst Henry Olsen breaks down the tightening midterm map and the GOP’s path to November, and new U.S. Wildland Fire Service chief Brian Fennessy discusses wildfire prevention, preparedness and the federal government’s new approach to fighting catastrophic fires. In Hour Two, Scott reacts to Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s comments about the American Dream before House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain joins the program to discuss government spending, the $40 trillion national debt and Republicans’ case for retaining control of Congress. https://www.besthotgrill.com  https://canyouhearmenowfilm.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s special edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott broadcasts live from the Republican Jewish Coalition’s annual meeting in Las Vegas for a packed conversation about foreign policy, the midterms, the economy and the U.S.-Israel alliance. Pennsylvania Sen. Dave McCormick discusses the Senate’s return from August recess, the CLARITY Act, permitting reform, Iran, sanctions and his support for Israel, while RJC CEO Matt Brooks looks at the organization’s priorities and the critical races ahead. Acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling shares his family’s powerful Holocaust story and discusses combating religious discrimination, his confirmation and President Trump’s workforce agenda, and RNC Chairman Joe Gruters previews the party’s first-ever Midterm Convention. In Hour Two, Montana Sen. Tim Sheehy weighs in on the escalating conflict with Iran, presidential war powers, tariffs and the cost of living; Scott reacts to President Trump’s latest comments on socialism and the midterms; EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin discusses gas prices, deregulation and energy policy; and Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter closes the show with a conversation about rising antisemitism, Middle East policy, the U.S.-Israel relationship and Israel’s upcoming national election. https://ethos.com/jennings  https://canyouhearmenowfilm.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the political landscape heading into the midterms, including new polling showing Republican John Sununu gaining ground in New Hampshire’s potentially pivotal Senate race and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s decision to rejoin the Democratic Socialists of America amid speculation about 2028. Louisiana House Majority Leader Michael Echols joins Scott to discuss SpaceX’s proposed $100 billion Starbase Louisiana project and its potential impact on jobs, infrastructure, and the state economy, while Kentucky Republican Senate nominee Andy Barr and Rodney Davis of the U.S. Chamber discuss taxes, energy, small businesses, affordability, and economic growth. Scott also reacts to Oklahoma’s Democratic Senate nominee and the growing influence of socialist candidates within the Democratic Party. In Hour Two, former Bernie Sanders Jewish Outreach Director Joel Rubin addresses concerns about antisemitism and the party’s leftward shift, Scott highlights Justice Clarence Thomas’s reflections on race and political identity, and New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman makes his case against Gov. Kathy Hochul on crime, taxes, affordability, and immigration enforcement. https://www.chevron.com  https://canyouhearmenowfilm.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott broadcasts from North Carolina with a packed look at the political and policy battles shaping the midterms, beginning with the closely watched South Carolina Republican Senate runoff between Darlene Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman, the tightening North Carolina Senate race, the escalating U.S.-Canada trade dispute, and the latest developments involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. New York Post financial correspondent Lydia Moynihan joins Scott to discuss the growing backlash against AI data centers and why she believes the infrastructure is critical to jobs, economic growth, and America’s competition with China, while Republican congressional candidate Laurie Buckhout previews her rematch with Rep. Don Davis in North Carolina’s 1st District. In Hour Two, Rep. Rich McCormick weighs in on election integrity, immigration, birth tourism, Iran, and the Republican agenda heading into November; Free Press reporter Olivia Reingold discusses new data fueling debate over previous famine declarations in Gaza; and former Seattle Times columnist Matt Calkins explains why he left the newspaper following a dispute over an unpublished column about transgender participation in women’s sports. Scott closes with more from Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed’s contentious Fox News interview on ICE, energy policy, federal spending, and Sharia law. https://ethos.com/jennings  https://canyouhearmenowfilm.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott  examines the political fallout surrounding James Talarico’s claim that the absence of Black jurors contributed to Karmelo Anthony’s murder conviction, before turning his attention to the latest headlines involving former First Lady Jill Biden. Rep. Ralph Norman joins the program to discuss the political landscape and his campaign for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina. In Hour Two, veteran political journalist Mark Halperin joins Scott for an extended conversation covering the state of American politics, the 2026 election cycle, and the personalities and issues shaping both parties heading into the midterms.    https://salemnewschannel.com/america250/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott breaks down the fallout from Florida’s primaries, including Byron Donalds’ gubernatorial victory, Angie Nixon’s upset of Alexander Vindman in the Democratic Senate primary, and the races that could help determine control of Congress this fall. Scott also examines Alaska’s unusual Senate contest, the latest U.S.-Canada trade developments, and newly declassified FBI records concerning former Rep. Eric Swalwell and suspected Chinese intelligence operative Christine Fang. OANN Chief National Security Correspondent Alexandra Ingersoll joins the program with updates on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, the USS Abraham Lincoln, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s recent trip to Panama, while Rep. Randy Fine discusses his Florida primary victory. In Hour Two, Saritha Komatireddy joins the show, Scott looks at new reporting surrounding Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, and Sen. Ashley Moody discusses her reelection campaign and upcoming general-election showdown with DSA-backed Angie Nixon. https://salemnewschannel.com/america250/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines new CBS News polling showing Democratic voters have a more favorable view of socialism than capitalism and what that could signal about the party’s ideological direction. Scott also covers the latest developments in Iran, falling prescription drug prices, the DNC’s support for abolishing ICE, and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s call to eliminate the Electoral College. Investigative reporter Ryan Thorpe joins the program to discuss his reporting on government secrecy and public-records transparency under California Gov. Gavin Newsom, while Scott highlights the sacrifices and combat accomplishments of the sailors and Marines aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln following its lengthy deployment. In Hour Two, Associated Press Executive Editor Julie Pace offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the AP calls elections and maintains its nonpartisan approach to political coverage, before the show concludes with highlights from Scott’s Young America’s Foundation keynote to more than 800 college students about the ideological challenges facing their generation. https://salemnewschannel.com/america250/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines the growing debate over America’s rapidly expanding data center industry and its impact on energy, infrastructure, and local communities, along with the latest political shakeup at the White House and Peggy Flanagan’s position on gender-affirming care for children. Andrew Kerr and Steve Atkiss joined the program to discuss the day’s political and policy developments, while Scott weighed in on the latest controversy surrounding the WNBA. Later, Rep. Byron Donalds discussed the 2026 election cycle and the issues driving voters heading into the midterms, and Scott turned his attention to political streamer Hasan Piker and the growing influence of far-left politics. Sen. Marsha Blackburn provided an update from Capitol Hill and discussed the political landscape ahead of the midterms, while Tommy Schultz closed out the program with a look at the day’s major political and policy headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott examines new reporting on extraordinary measures taken to protect President Trump amid an alleged Iranian assassination threat and the growing influence of socialist candidates within the Democratic Party. Scott also previewed key primary races in Wisconsin, South Carolina, and Minnesota while highlighting controversies surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Sen. Chuck Grassley joined the program to discuss Todd Blanche, Iowa politics, and the latest from Washington, while retired Secret Service agent Patrick Sullivan provided an inside look at the planning and intelligence behind President Trump’s reported use of a decoy aircraft during the NATO summit. Later, congressional candidate Mike Bouchard discussed Michigan’s competitive 10th District, border security, the economy, education, and the state’s political landscape heading into the midterms. The program also covered the latest headlines surrounding Anthony Fauci, crime trends, and Iran as Jennings delivered a wide-ranging look at the issues driving politics and national security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s edition of The Scott Jennings Show, Scott closes out the week with the latest developments from Capitol Hill, including a roundup of Senate news and the political stories driving Washington. Washington Free Beacon reporter Adam Kredo joined the program to discuss his reporting on allegations that the United Nations is obstructing a U.S. investigation into potential links between Gaza relief organizations and Hamas, along with ongoing concerns surrounding UNRWA. Later, Greg Cunningham broke down the race for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District and its importance in the battle for control of the House, while Scott’s “Pain of the Week” focused on Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong. Siraj Hashmi joined the show for Friday Punditry, offering his take on the week’s biggest political and cultural headlines and the stories to watch in the days ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of the Scott Jennings Show, Mark Davis fills in for Scott and he's discussing the recent Michigan primary results and the implications of Abdul El-Sayed's victory. But it's not just about politics - the conversation also touches on the pressing issue of men's participation in women's sports, and the WNBA's stance on the matter. Plus, Mark discusses the Democrats' handling of anti-Semitism to the importance of election integrity and the role of organizations like the Government Accountability Institute in exposing voter fraud. Mark is joined by Eric Eggers, VP of Research at the Government Accountability Institute, about the latest developments in the world of election integrity and the efforts to prevent voter fraud; Kaitlynn Wheeler on competing against Lia Thomas in 2022, supporting Sophie Cunningham for speaking out; and Kyler Schmitz discusses data centers and the impact of AI. https://www.chevron.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Davis fills in for Hugh and talks with Noah Rothman, James Lileks, Terell Wright, and Connor Boyack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode of The Scott Jennings Show, Mark Davis takes the reins, discussing the economy and the growing concerns surrounding AI.  He's joined by Dr. Peter Earl, senior director of research at the American Institute for Economic Research, to discuss the importance of a lighter touch from government and the dangers of subsidizing failure. Then, Mark is joined by Brendan Steinhauser, CEO of the Alliance for Secure AI. They discuss the recent incident where AI agents escaped a sandbox and hacked into a company, raising concerns about the potential risks of AI. Brendan shares his thoughts on the need for caution and the importance of developing safeguards to prevent AI from becoming a nightmare scenario. https://www.duke-energy.com/poweringamerica See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.