The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday that bolsters election integrity at the federal level. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on this episode of The Spectacle Podcast as they discuss the implications of Trump’s commitment to fair elections. Melissa and Scott expand on the voting process in their respective home states and how these new policies — such as voter ID — could impact future election cycles. They also discuss future challenges in ensuring election integrity across the country and express caution with Trump’s flurries of executive orders in hopes that the GOP will soon make them legislation. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg leaked a Signal chat between top officials Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and National Security Adviser Michael Waltz that discussed plans to strike on the Houthis in Yemen. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the leak and the Left’s attempt to paint the private chat in a negative light. Scott analogizes the ‘scandal’ to Watergate and how major media outlets hyper focus on insignificant scandals rather than more significant issues. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Disney continues to showcase how anything woke goes broke with their newest live-action film, Snow White. Heritage Foundation Media Fellow Tim Young joins The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay to discuss Snow White and why it failed at the box office. Melissa, Scott, and Tim discuss the movie’s demise and the overall decline of Disney and creative storytelling. They also discuss the challenges in Hollywood and the chance for conservative storytelling to shine in future years. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Now that he’s out of the Oval Office, former President Joe Biden is planning to write a new memoir. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the possibility of Biden’s latest book and the speculation around it. They also recall Biden’s disastrous presidency and how the Democratic Party is doing everything it can to distance themselves from him. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Recent surveys reveal a rising number of young women prefer being single over getting married. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, join hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo as they analyze the marriage decline and discuss why getting married should be encouraged.Ellie and Lyrah discuss the various factors that contribute to the low marriage rate, such as political and social differences between young men and women. They also explain how modern changes in dating culture — such as online dating — can have negative consequences. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Good quality entertainment is hard to come by in recent years, and season two of 1923 and The Wheel of Time are no exception. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay in this episode of The Spectacle Podcast as they critique these shows for their lack of execution and poor screenwriting. Scott expands on the dissatisfaction of 1923 while Melissa explains her distaste for the book adaption of The Wheel of Time. They also discuss the future of storytelling in the entertainment industry and how relying on AI-generated content will be their demise. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The recent deportation of Tren de Aragua terrorists back to El Salvador sparked a greater controversy about judicial overreach, judicial activism, and executive power. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on this episode of The Spectacle Podcast as they inquire into the judicial branch with special guest Ron Coleman, a lawyer and host of the Coleman Nation podcast. Melissa, Scott, and Ron discuss who’s involved in the issue — including federal Judge James Boasberg, who ordered Trump’s administration not to deport anyone on Saturday. Ron offers legal insight into the matter between Boasberg and Trump and joins Melissa in criticizing the politicization of the Supreme Court. Melissa, Ron, and Scott discuss the involvement of Chief Justice John Roberts and debate over his effectiveness during his Supreme Court tenure. They also highlight the importance of legislative action on the part of the Republicans to make lasting change. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Black Lives Matter Plaza and its mural, which led directly up to the White House, were removed by demolition crews this week. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the negative consequences of the Black Lives Matter movement and how it has only brought harm to black Americans. They recall how the movement incited violence across the nation and furthered racial division. Ellie and Lyrah also discuss how the plaza’s removal is one step forward for America to learn and move on from BLM’s destructive path. Tune in to hear their discussion!

President Trump raised questions about the legitimacy of former president Joe Biden’s pardons, indicating the use of an autopen for Biden’s signature. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay are joined by lawyer and podcaster Ron Coleman to discuss the legality of Biden’s pardons. Ron explains to Melissa and Scott about the historical use of presidential pardons and whether Trump’s accusations of Biden could be legally challenged. Melissa, Scott, and Ronald shift to a broader discussion and expand on how the Left’s agenda and identity politics have damaged the political landscape. They also comment on recent cultural shifts and the need for a return to traditional American values. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The live-action version of Snow White is set to premiere this week, but controversy surrounding the relationship between co-stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot has overtaken the anticipation of the new version of the classic fairytale. Join Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo on this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast as they explain the behind-the-scenes drama between Zegler and Gadot, who hold contrasting political views. Ellie and Lyrah discuss how Zegler’s political comments on the war between Hamas and Israel and her dislike of the original classic have ruined Disney’s latest film. Tune in to hear their discussion!

On Tuesday, by a 217-213 vote, the House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution for the federal budget through September. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the continued resolution and how the Republican Party wields an advantage against the Democrats. Scott explains how a continued resolution works and the current issues that withhold Congress from passing the bill. Melissa and Scott also discuss the importance of seeing the newfound Republican power in Congress in a positive light, pushing for the party to fight for virtue and principle rather than for tyranny and destruction. Tune in to hear their analysis!

The attacks on Elon Musk’s businesses — from X’s cyberattack to violence on Tesla vehicles — indicate a strange feeling that is only increasing. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss a flurry of news topics over the week. Melissa and Scott explain the implications surrounding the attacks on Elon Musk, the new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and the recent developments in the Trump tariff exchanges. They also discuss the calls to deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist from Columbia University who is currently detained by ICE. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay reexamine the mishap that occurred a few weeks ago with the Jeffrey Epstein files that have yet to be released. Melissa and Scott speculated why the files remain withheld from the public, such as the potential connections between Epstein and the Israeli Mossad. Melissa and Scott criticize the handling of the files and demand for its immediate release. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Meghan Markle stirred controversy by declaring in her new Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, that, despite leaving her royal duties behind, she would like to go by “Meghan Sussex.”In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss how Markle’s decision to break from the royal family makes her preference for “Meghan Sussex” off-putting and hypocritical. Ellie and Lyrah discuss how Markle’s reality show reveals her to be out of touch and unrelatable to the average American. Tune in to hear their discussion!

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has now flipped on men in women’s sports. In the launch of his new podcast, This is Gavin Newsom, he called the inclusion of male athletes in female sports “deeply unfair.”In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo examine Newsom’s comments and share their thoughts on Newsom’s podcast. Tune in to hear their analysis!

Despite 60 percent of young Americans favoring President Trump’s performance, older generations hold reservations and urge concern with Trump and the future of America. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on this episode of The Spectacle Podcast as they answer why they associate themselves with “radicalism” — the radical that rejects the Left’s woke ideology and anti-American values. Melissa and Scott recall their upbringings and talk about how they got invested in politics — from Ronald Reagan’s presidency till now. They also discuss how the regression of American prosperity from the Left and blissful ignorance by the Right had brought America to this tipping point and how Trump’s Golden Age brings promising hope and solutions for the future generation. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In a fiery dispute that went viral worldwide, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left Washington D.C. empty-pocketed due to his disrespectful attitude toward President Trump and Vice President JD Vance. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay analyze the infamous interaction and its future implications for a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia. Melissa and Scott explain the complexities of the conflict between the two countries and President Trump’s role as a peacemaker between Zelenskyy and Russian leader Vladimir Putin. They also criticize the Left’s anguish toward Trump for his actions against Zelenskyy, and call out the hypocrisy of NATO’s criticism of Russia and lack of support toward Ukraine. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a law that defines sex based on anatomy and removes “gender identity” from a list of protected classes. The media responded to this law by claiming that it “ends” civil rights protections for Iowans who identify as transgender.In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo praise the new law for how it will protect the rights of men, women, and children. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In order to be nominated for the Best Picture award at the 2025 Oscars, movies had to meet strict criteria on the inclusion of “underrepresented racial or ethnic groups.”In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo criticize the injection of DEI policies into the industry. Ellie and Lyrah also speculate about the future of Hollywood as conservative films continue to rise. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In a live discussion on X Spaces, The Spectacle hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss trending news last week. The conversation opens with Melissa and Scott’s thoughts on Andrew and Tristan Tate’s controversial return back to the United States — despite still having charges in Romania for human trafficking and other offenses. Melissa and Scott discuss Gene Hackman’s death and notable works throughout his long acting career. Melissa and Scott offer their predictions on who’s on Jeffrey Epstein’s list and the future consequences for those involved in the impending release. Towards the end of the discussion, Melissa and Scott discuss the paid activism and dirty work behind the scenes of the Left, in which Melissa gives an inside scoop based on her interactions and experiences working in the field. Listen to the whole discussion, and join Melissa and Scott next week on X Spaces by following us on X @amspectator!

On government servers during government time, intelligence employees were caught having secret sex chats to share and discuss sexual fantasies. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the grotesqueness of these chats by workers who are paid by American taxpayer dollars. Melissa and Scott go through the possible intentions of these workers holding sexual discussions in the workplace while calling out the hypocrisy of liberals desiring Americans to be “tolerant” but are push cancel culture toward opposing views. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Elon Musk’s DOGE sent out a “controversial” email to all federal employees asking them to respond with five productive things they did last week. The request seemed to baffle and anguish federal employees, while average Americans saw it as a normal workplace task. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the positive implications of workplace accountability in the private sector. Melissa and Scott explain how Musk’s email and the overall work of the Trump Administration is benefitting the American people. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Germany’s election is underway, and the country’s differing political parties and leaders continue their fight to gain the Chancellor position. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay explain the issues happening in German elections and question the greater interest of the United States in maintaining relationships with its allies. Scott draws the connections between what’s happening in Germany and the governments of the United Kingdom and Canada. Melissa expands on the toxicity of NATO and its over reliance on the United States. Melissa and Scott also discuss the conversations surrounding Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Cynthia Erivo, prominently known for her role as Elphaba in Wicked, was cast to play Jesus Christ in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl in August. Erivo identifies herself as a queer individual, and she often discusses how this plays a role in her acting. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the poor casting of Erivo as Jesus and comment on Hollywood’s explicit hatred for Christianity. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Tune in to The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on their first-ever live discussion on X Spaces! In last week’s discussion, Melissa and Scott reflected on and discussed topics discussed in previous segments and recap news that occurred during the week. Melissa and Scott are then joined by The American Spectator writer David Catron and discuss generational differences in worldview and politics. You can join the weekly discussion with Melissa and Scott on X Spaces by following us on X @amspectator!

In lieu of Black History Month, Resurrection Oakland Church in California hosted two events exclusively for their “black worshippers.” The black-only event culminated around speaker Rev. Dr. Irwin Ince, a Presbyterian church leader who has been vocal about black people having “minority fatigue” from being around white people. On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo criticize the event and discuss the negative implications of dividing congregations by race. Ellie and Lyrah also talk about Ince’s racially focused message that does not fit with the church’s overall mission. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The return of American patriotism and culture is back and better than ever! At the NASCAR Daytona 500, fans welcomed President Trump with roaring applause as he took a victory lap in ‘The Beast’ presidential limousine. Pride for our country continued to soar at a hockey game in Montreal, where the United States destroyed Canada with three physical altercations and eventual defeat, after fans booed the Star Spangled Banner. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on this episode of The Spectacle Podcast as they discuss the cultural phenomenon in sports and entertainment. Melissa and Scott also analyze how the culture has gotten to a tipping point after being fed up by the Left’s woke agenda running rampant in America for years. Tune in to hear their discussion!

President Trump announced that he would push for reciprocal tariffs in response to other countries raising tariffs on American goods. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay break down the usage and meaning of tariffs and expose a significant truth: America does not have free trade. Melissa and Scott explain how Trump’s economic policies and strategy could benefit Americans and how future trade negotiations affect our economy. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Vice President JD Vance called out the hypocrisy of Europe at the Munich Security Conference and the Paris AI Summit last week, which launched further discussions in foreign policy. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the impact of Vance’s speech and the issues of free speech and expression in Europe. They also discuss CBS News’ Margaret Brennan’s distasteful comments about how free speech enabled the Holocaust and the future of American relations with Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukraine, and Vladimir Putin and Russia, among others. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Conservative women find fulfillment and purpose more than their liberal counterparts. The 2024 American Family Survey found that 37 percent of young conservative women are “completely satisfied” with their life, compared to 12 percent of young liberal women. Join Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo on this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast as they analyze the results from the survey and discuss why liberal women tend to be more unhappy than conservatives. Ellie and Lyrah draw from their own life experiences as conservative women and discuss how marriage and religion play an integral role in living a flourishing life. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Women and former clinicians continue to report on the terrible “care” provided by Planned Parenthood — from botched abortions, to medical malpractice, to underpaid and undertrained staff. On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss Planned Parenthood’s failure to care for women and its dismal clinic conditions. Ellie and Lyrah comment on how the organization’s downfall paves the way for women to seek better care from pro-life clinics. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The LIX Super Bowl festivities included the first presidential appearance by Donald Trump, amplified boos for Travis Kelce’s girlfriend, Taylor Swift, and mixed reactions to Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s halftime performance. On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay reflect on highlights and moments of the Super Bowl. Melissa and Scott discuss the cultural implications invoked by Kendrick Lamar’s artistic message, which included hidden references to his drama with Canadian rapper Drake, such as a cameo to Drake’s former flame, tennis star Serena Williams. Melissa and Scott also break down various Super Bowl commercials and the denouncement of social justice that has been impressed on Americans in previous years. Tune in to hear their discussion!

As Elon Musk’s DOGE continues to reveal continued misuse of taxpayer dollars and government oversight, artificial intelligence is proving to be a helpful tool in keeping the government transparent to the American people. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on The Spectacle Podcast as they scratch the surface of how the use of technological logic maps can monitor various systems and crack down on government spending. Melissa and Scott talk about the beauty of artificial intelligence revealing hidden corruption by deep state bureaucrats, and how the American people continue to demand proper leadership and accountability by the government. Tune in to hear their discussion!

New York City federal judge Paul Engelmayer temporarily blocked Elon Musk’s DOGE from looking into government systems, claiming that Musk has no legal power to access the systems employed by the U.S. Department of Treasury. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay criticized the Left and these federal judges who are halting government audits that the American people want. Melissa and Scott discuss the potential strategies by President Trump and his team to combat the deep state and their administrators. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The NCAA updated its policies to prevent men from playing in women’s sports, signaling a victory for female athletes. This comes in response to President Trump’s “No Men in Women’s Sports” executive order, which bars men from participating in women’s sports. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo react to the NCAA’s policy change and the return to common sense. Ellie and Lyrah talk about how male athletes — including Lia Thomas and Blaire Fleming — have harmed women’s sports, as well as the future implications of the NCAA’s policy. Tune in to hear their discussion!

What were the most impactful commercials shown at this year’s Super Bowl? While many of the advertisements showcased the shift in American attitudes, some organizations, such as Nike and the NFL, doubled down on messages promoting sexism.Join Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo on The Spectator P.M. Podcast as they discuss the cultural impact of this year’s Super Bowl advertisements. Ellie and Lyrah discuss various commercials and react to their messaging — from Rocket Mortgage’s pro-life message to the controversial gospel message promoted by He Gets Us. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Kanye West’s wife, Bianca Censori, continued her provocative fashion statements by dressing up in a see-through dress at the Grammy’s. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss femininity and beauty standards for women and how it impacts their interpersonal relationships. Melissa and Scott also talk about sex robots and their growing presence in Hollywood movies and how they can be indicative of more significant cultural shifts happening in our society. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Left is sounding alarms over President Trump and Elon Musk’s recent actions to defund the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) despite recent findings of misappropriated funds. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay delve into how defunding USAID has been long-awaited and necessary for rooting out government corruption in this episode of The Spectacle Podcast. Melissa and Scott talk about the history of USAID and how millions of taxpayer dollars have been used to fund ridiculous projects across the world — such as transgender theatre. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Robby Starbuck’s The War On Children documentary exposes the Left’s plan to brainwash children into believing transgender ideology. Despite being censored across mainstream media platforms for a year, Starbuck’s documentary is now available to watch on Amazon Prime Video.On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the cultural shift away from the Left and the documentary’s importance in exposing transgender ideology. Ellie and Lyrah also recall their own personal experiences encountering pride parades and call out the movement’s blatant disregard for the well-being of children. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Actress Lily Collins welcomed her child via surrogate this past weekend, which brought up many concerns about the hidden harms of the practice.On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss how celebrities — such as Collins and, more notably, Kim Kardashian — have played a role in normalizing surrogacy as a “better” alternative to giving birth to your own child. Ellie and Lyrah analyze surrogacy’s negative implications on the surrogate mother, the mother, and more importantly — the baby in the womb. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In a busy first week in office, President Trump appeared to those affected by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and the fires in Los Angeles. Following his visits, victims from Hurricane Helene have already seen a massive difference in compassion as aid pours in, which is a big contrast compared to the help from the Biden-Harris administration. Trump’s criticism of the California government’s mishandling of the Los Angeles was also supported by community members who were fed up with Mayor Karen Bass’ incompetent leadership. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the immediate relief and genuine compassion given to the American people by Trump’s administration in this episode of The Spectacle Podcast. Melissa and Scott explain the myriad of examples of how the Biden-Harris administration had gaslighted the American people with their backhanded pseudo-compassion, and how Trump’s strong leadership is bringing hope back to Americans in places that have been hit by devastation and neglect by the Left. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Following Pete Hegseth’s confirmation, Hegseth had no hesitation in ordering the Pentagon to cut DEI policies and initiatives in compliance with President Trump’s executive orders. In doing so, the United States Air Force pulled back on basic military training curricula for the Tuskegee Airmen under the guise of following Trump’s DEI orders. This later received backlash from legislators and Hegseth himself, and was later reissued in the Air Force’s basic training. Hegseth and other politicians accused this incident of malicious compliance — when one follows orders given yet does so in a way that will produce negative results. Join hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on The Spectacle Podcast as they analyze the consequences of malicious compliance and how it can hinder Trump’s agenda — which the American people have voted for — from being achieved. Melissa and Scott continue the discussion of the harms of DEI and how Trump’s executive orders will continue to be enforced. Tune in to hear their discussion!

President Trump continues to push forth his promises to the American people, with a recent crackdown on illegal migrants being sent back to Columbia this past weekend. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay explain the importance of these mass deportations back to Columbia. Melissa and Scott also discuss how these deportations have been long anticipated by concerned Americans, and what to expect with the Panama Canal as discussions on its future will take place this week. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The mainstream media’s “honeymoon” with the Biden administration is over. Now, former Politico reporters are speaking out about the organization’s mishandling of news regarding the Biden family — such as the Hunter Biden laptop.Join Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo on The Spectator P.M. Podcast as they discuss how Politico silenced coverage of the Hunter Biden laptop while at the same time publishing an infamous story in which intelligence officials claimed the laptop was “Russian disinformation.” They also discuss how media censorship continues to frustrate Americans who demand honest reporting and government accountability. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Richard Cox, a male who identifies as a “transgender woman,” was caught on multiple occasions exposing his genitals to women and girls. Cox was arrested in December 2024 at the Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center on trespassing charges. He now faces numerous charges, including indecent exposure and being a sex offender on school property. Some of the charges relate to an incident at Washington-Liberty High School, which is operated by Arlington Public Schools.When the superintendent of Arlington Public Schools was questioned as to why Cox was permitted in the girls’ changing room, he doubled down on Arlington Public Schools’ commitment to inclusivity for “those who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community.” A spokesman additionally said Arlington Public Schools does “not tolerate behaviors from any individual who is threatening or making others feel unsafe.”On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo analyze the atrocities that Cox committed under the guise of identifying as a transgender woman. Ellie and Lyrah criticize the DEI movement and transgender ideology for permitting horrific incidents like this, which threaten women’s safety and their private spaces. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In a matter of hours after being sworn into office, 47th President Donald Trump had already made significant strides in ushering in the “Golden Age of America.” On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay highlight news and important moments during Trump’s inauguration. Melissa and Scott discuss the changes that Trump enacted in one day — including the Jan. 6 prisoners released from prison, the shutdown of the CBP One app, appointing effective leaders for various government positions, and much more. Melissa and Scott also explain specific aspects of Trump’s agenda and the lasting impacts it will make on foreign and domestic policy. Tune in to hear their discussion! 

Close family, allies, and aides of former President Joe Biden did all they could to cover up Biden’s age and decline over the past four years. On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo analyze a new report by the New York Times and call for accountability. Ellie and Lyrah discuss the strategies employed by his inner circle to conceal Biden’s poor presidential performance. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Incoming First Lady Melania Trump attended her husband’s inauguration donning a navy silk wool coat ensemble by American designer Adam Lippes with a brimmed hat to match. Join Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo as they talk first lady fashion on The Spectator P.M. Podcast. Ellie and Lyrah discuss the statements set forth by Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance, and harken back to former styles in previous presidential inaugurations. Tune in to hear their discussion!

A federal court held American Airlines liable for their mismanagement of employee retirement funds toward Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay break down the federal case and its implications for the airline company in this episode of The Spectacle Podcast. Melissa and Scott explain the dangers of ESG, its connection to DEI-related initiatives, and how it has ruined corporate America. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Wild flames continue to destroy the City of Angels, and California Governor Gavin Newsom has yet to be held accountable for his failure to prevent the Los Angeles fires. Join Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay on The Spectacle Podcast to discuss Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ incompetence exposed by the fires. Melissa and Scott discuss the plethora of issues presented by the fires and how Democratic policies and regulations have ruined the city. Tune in to hear their discussion!