The Big Ben Show

The woke mob has a meltdown over Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad. Then, Washington Examiner’s Byron York joins to dig into the latest “Russiagate” revelations, John Brennan’s central role, and why accountability remains elusive. Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson offers insight into the political fallout and analysis of the Commander's football and Wide Receiver drama. Finally, a full review of Marvel’s Fantastic Four, breaking down what the studio got right, why family-friendly storytelling works, and how Marvel may have just upstaged Superman at the global box office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following the cancellation announcement of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Ben describes the host's reaction to his firing after years of poor ratings and prolific verbal attacks on President Trump. Outkick Columnist and Host of the Getting Hammered podcast, Mary Katharine Ham, joins Ben to discuss Hunter Biden's return to the media. She notes that the Democrats cannot escape the Biden family as they continue to hurt their party. Later, they dive into Democrat Socialist Zohran Mamdani's candidacy for New York City Mayor. Finally, author & host of the Beltway Banthas podcast, Stephen Kent, weighs in on the new Superman movie. Ben and Stephen unpack the parts of the movie they liked and where they thought the film went wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben shares his thoughts on James Gunn's Superman and explains why the latest installment falls short of the character's inspirational nature. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) joins to discuss how Congress is working to advance President Trump's agenda, and how Republicans should campaign in the midterms to maintain and expand their majority. Then, FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram explains what listeners can expect from the Senate's vote-a-rama on the rescissions bill, as well as the divisions caused by the Jeffrey Epstein case. Later, Ben and Dylan react to Kirk Cousins' approach to haircuts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben provides his thoughts on the unanswered questions surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files and America's trust in institutions. FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson joins to discuss the fallout from the Department of Justice's Epstein findings, tariffs, and the possibility of Elon Musk starting a third political party. Then, Hugh Hewitt, FOX News Contributor and Host of The Hugh Hewitt Show, provides his analysis on the future of the Republican party and the possible candidates who could succeed President Trump. Later, Ben and Dylan react to Alex Cooper's failed rendition of 'Take Me Out To The Ball Game'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben kicks off this 4th of July edition of the Big Ben Show by discussing UPenn's ban on trans athletes and the latest developments with President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'. Sage Steele, Host of The Sage Steele Show, discusses the changing landscape of sports media, football, and Caitlin Clark. Then, author and playwright David Mamet shares his views on the media, the current political climate, and the current state of the film industry. Later, Ben, Dylan, and Christine talk about their 4th of July traditions, and Dylan's unlucky history with fireworks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben examines President Trump's decision to pull the trigger on Iran's nuclear program and discusses the results of the NYC mayoral primary. Senior Director of FDD's Iran Program Behnam Ben Taleblu provides his analysis of the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Then, FOX News Senior National Correspondent Aishah Hasnie joins to talk Pacers, party divisions on Capitol Hill, and Senate Majority Leader Thune's leadership under President Trump. Later, Ben shares more about the exciting announcement of his third child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben discusses this weekend's 'No Kings' protests and unpacks the left's resistance to the future and AI. FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson joins to discuss the latest developments out of the Israel-Iran conflict. Former Speaker of the House and FOX News Contributor Newt Gingrich unpacks President Trump's historic reelection as detailed in his new book, Trump's Triumph: America's Greatest Comeback. Then, Correspondent at The Spectator Kara Kennedy joins Ben and Christine to discuss Meghan Markle's latest PR shake-up and the Real Housewives franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben unpacks how the Democrats' poor politics and leadership led to the chaos that's unfolding in California. He's later joined by FOX News National Correspondent Matt Finn to share his reporting on the riots in Los Angeles. Then, Founder of Pirate Wires Mike Solana joins to discuss the tensions between the tech industry and the populist right when it comes to labor and emerging technologies. Later, Ben and Dylan react to Greta Thunberg's deportation from Israel and Justin Baldoni's dismissed lawsuit against Blake Lively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben is joined by former U.S. national gymnast and founder of XX-XY Athletics Jennifer Sey to discuss the continued controversy surrounding transgender athletes in women's sports. He's then joined by FOX News National Correspondent Griff Jenkins to unpack the status of President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' in the Senate, and Elon Musk's reaction to the legislation since his departure from DOGE. They later discuss the media's coverage of the terror attack in Boulder, CO. Later, Ben, Dylan, and Christine talk Pacers, and Taylor Swift's buy back of her master recordings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben discusses how the Democrats' denunciation of masculinity is hurting them with voters. Mark Halperin, editor-in-chief of 2WAY and host of Next Up with Mark Halperin unpacks the dangers of media groupthink and shares what he thinks the media is getting wrong in the political sphere today. Then, FOX News Senior National Correspondent Aishah Hasnie joins with the latest updates on where President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' stands in the Senate. Later, Christine previews her risky flight out of Newark Airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben unpacks the Biden administration's efforts to hide the truth about President Biden's cognitive decline from the American public. He's joined by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) to discuss the state of President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill', as well as his thoughts on his primary race in the 2026 election cycle. He's then joined by FOX News Senior White House Correspondent Jacqui Heinrich to discuss the media's role in downplaying concerns in the final months of Joe Biden's presidency. Later, the Big Ben Crew talk Andor, school plays, and whether Dylan is getting fired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben breaks down the decline in faith in institutions, in the country, and in one another, particularly among young, Democrat voters. He's then joined by Cygnal Pollster John Rogers to discuss the rise in friendship fall-outs after the 2024 election. Author David Zweig joins to discuss the poor decisions made by American schools during the Covid pandemic and the consequences of those mistakes as detailed in his book, An Abundance of Caution. Later, Ben reacts to Taylor Swift's involvement in Blake Lively's legal battle with Justin Baldoni. Follow Ben on X: @bdomenech Email us at bigbenshow@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben refreshes his podcast with a new objective and eyes on the future! This week he weighs in on President Trump's proposed Hollywood tariffs and explains how it could revitalize America's film industry. Then, FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson discusses his recent trip to Estonia and previews the President's upcoming Saudi Arabia visit. Later, they cover the potential for the new NFL stadium in Washington D.C. Later, Ben reacts to Bill Burr's take on politics, the Newark Airport outage, and plans for Mother's Day. Follow Ben on X: @bdomenech Email us at bigbenshow@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Ben interviewed President Trump in the Oval Office in February he asked if there was ever going to be a way to get the Washington Commanders back in D.C.? This week, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced an agreement with the team, bringing the franchise back to the nation's capital. The move to the site of the old RFK stadium is not without controversy - receiving pushback from progressives. Ben discusses the political and cultural significance of this deal and explains how the project can revitalize the neglected area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been a difficult week for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after new reports alleged that he shared sensitive information on another Signal chat. But is the chaos in the Pentagon a result of different warring factions within the Department of Defense? Ben unpacks the different motivations behind the attacks against Secretary Hegseth and explains the ways in which the second Trump administration will reshape America's approach to foreign policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the most talked about faces in politics today isn't a politician, but instead, tech billionaire Elon Musk. Musk's loud approach to changing policy and elections has come with somewhat of a cost, forcing Republicans to reevaluate their relationship with the controversial yet influential figure. In the world of politics, money talks. But when donors do the talking, what do American voters hear? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A week after Liberation Day, the global market has felt the aftershock of President Trump's tariffs. As Americans witness massive changes here at home, the White House says conversations with foreign leaders are also in the works that could reshape our trade partnerships and our economy. How will President Trump's second administration usher in a new era of geopolitics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The accidental leak of a National Security Signal chat to The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg has ignited fierce debate and conversation in Washington. While Goldberg is known for his long-standing opposition to President Trump, there is a real question of just how such pertinent information got into the wrong hands. Ben breaks down why it was so surprising that NSA Michael Waltz was the one in the wrong here, what this means for regular DC communication on apps like this, and why this was the first major wake-up call for a White House that had been scandal-free for the first two months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer surprised Democrats by defending the vote to avoid a government shutdown. Now, he is receiving major pushback from his party and is even canceling his book tour on Antisemitism. Does Senator Schumer's weakened grip on leadership signal a shift toward younger, more radical Democrats, setting the stage for a significant transformation within the party? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a looming government shutdown, Ben ponders how it could prove the validity of DOGE cuts. He notes that only 'essential' employees continue to work during a government shutdown while the rest are furloughed, and whether people will notice the shift in productivity, if there is any. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices