The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator

President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have been largely absent from the public eye following Harris’ defeat in the presidential race. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss Biden and Harris’ lack of leadership and floundering legacies. Ellie and Lyrah reflect on Biden’s presidency and Kamala’s campaign and how they have failed to fulfill their promises to the American people. Tune in to hear their discussion!

After UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was assassinated in New York City last week, many progressives responded by pledging full-throated support for the murderer. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo call out the worst offenders of this hateful mob. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the return of healthy, true masculinity in American society. Melissa and Scott dive deep into how young men have lost proper mentorship and guidance from woke movements invoked by the Left. They also offer encouragement with the new cultural shift favoring more conservative, traditional values. Tune in to hear their discussion!

President Biden is being criticized for his decision to pardon his son Hunter, leaving a strong speculation that his motive was more than just a “fatherly” intention. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss Biden’s pardon and provide further insight into the implications of President Biden’s unpopular pardon. Melissa and Scott criticize the Biden family and those who led the deep state corruption, and call for the incoming Trump administration to hold them accountable for their crimes against the American people. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In recent weeks, a growing trend of American companies are removing woke policies from their agendas. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss how prominent companies — such as Walmart, Ford, and Lowe’s — are making significant efforts to distance themselves from the DEI movement. Ellie and Lyrah also analyze the beginnings of the movement and how Americans have begun seeing the damaging impact it has made on society. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Last night, President Joe Biden issued a “full and unconditional” pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, who was facing federal gun charges and tax evasion charges. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo respond to the presidential pardon and assess the reaction to it from the American people, the media, and other politicians. Ellie and Lyrah also discuss how this pardon contributes to President Biden’s failed legacy. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The 2024 election presented a win for President-elect Donald Trump and showcased a new political shift toward Republican candidates in counties nationwide. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, host Scott McKay is joined by Republican political consultant and COO of Mobilize the Message, Justin Greiss, to discuss strategies employed by Republicans to win elections in urban areas. Scott and Justin offer insight into the tight race in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and how Justin and his team are seeing success among low-propensity voters in the county. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Last week, Rep. Nancy Mace introduced a resolution to ban people from using U.S. Capitol restrooms that do not conform with their biological sex. House Speaker Mike Johnson then created a rule that did just that. This was all in response to incoming Delaware Rep. Sarah McBride, who is the first member of Congress to identify as transgender. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the policy and the reactions to it from both sides of the aisle. Tune in to hear their discussion!

What will President Joe Biden do with his two months left in office? In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the lame-duck president’s efforts to secure his legacy. They also discuss the Biden administration’s plan to spend as much as possible before Trump can roll back Biden’s Green New Deal. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Americans such as UFC champion Jon Jones are showcasing their best Trump dance moves, signaling a change in popular culture. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay analyze the cultural shift away from the woke Left ushered in by Trump’s win. They highlight the spectacle of Trump at the UFC championship match and the lasting impact conservatives are making on the nation. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Washington D.C. bureaucrats and the mainstream media have been vocal critics against Trump’s cabinet picks, such as Pete Hegseth, Matt Gaetz, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Tulsi Gabbard. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay are joined by AJ Rice, Publius PR CEO and author of the White Privilege Album, to discuss the latest picks for Trump’s cabinet. Rice offers insight into Trump’s selections and provides encouragement for how these leaders will deliver the much-needed reform that the American people have waited for. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Legacy media is no longer relevant, and the American people have turned to YouTubers, podcasters, and other influencers to obtain information. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss how mainstream media has lost the American people’s trust. Melissa and Scott explain how this election season has highlighted a new generation of media influencers and how they’ve contributed to Trump’s win. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Trump’s transition into his second term is in full swing, and he has been announcing members of his Executive Cabinet this week. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss Trump’s selections for his Cabinet and what it means for this new era of the United States. Melissa and Scott hope that selections like Pete Hegseth and Elon Musk will go after government regulation and hold the bureaucracy accountable. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Left did not expect Kamala Harris to lose this election, so now they are scrambling to find someone to blame. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo analyze the accusations that those on the Left are making toward one another for why Harris lost. Ellie and Lyrah discuss how Democrats are pointing fingers at Joe Biden for his decision to run for reelection and his unwanted involvement in Harris’ campaign. Tune in to hear their discussion!

Kamala Harris lost the 2024 election, meaning that Donald Trump will become the 47th president of the United States. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the factors that led to Harris’ downfall. They explain how the Left’s out-of-touch messaging with the American people and Harris’ progressive views failed to win her the presidency. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The American people spoke, and Donald Trump is the 47th President of the United States. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay analyze the election results and the next steps for Trump’s second term. Melissa and Scott explain what contributed to Trump’s win over Kamala Harris. They also discuss the implications of both the Senate and House races. Tune in to hear their discussion!

A poll by Ann Selzer showed Kamala Harris ahead of Donald Trump by 3 percentage points in Iowa, a state that voted for Trump in the 2016 and 2020 elections. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the Iowa polling and the stipulations it holds for this election. They also discuss American attitudes toward the polls and their election predictions as to who will win. Tune in to hear their discussion!

President Joe Biden has only a couple months left in his term to try to secure his legacy, but he is doing little to help Kamala Harris’ bid for presidency. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo analyze Joe Biden’s presidency and the impact he has had on this election. Ellie and Lyrah also discuss what would have happened had Biden chosen not to run for reelection, and the ramifications of his contributions to Kamala Harris’ campaign. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In a CNN panel discussing the rhetoric of Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden, Ryan Girdusky was fired from CNN following an offensive remark he made towards panelist Mehdi Hassan. In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss Trump’s rally and the Left’s meltdown over the Puerto Rico joke by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe. Melissa and Scott discuss the Left’s lack of touch with the American people, such as Michelle Obama’s comments that patronized women to vote for Harris or else they are sexist or racist. Tune in to hear their discussion!

In this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the sexual immorality continually touted by the Left and the elites. Melissa and Scott go through a list of scandals revealed throughout the years of Democrat politicians and celebrities in high society, such as: U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-NY), who had an online relationship with a 15-year-old, Calif. Sen. Scott Weiner (D), who reduced penalties for sex offenders and legalized pedophilia, Hunter Biden, who had multiple relationships with various women, NXIVM, a sex cult that lured and branded women, Sean Combs (also known as P.Diddy), who is currently under investigation for numerous sexual trafficking and assault allegations, which also affected celebrities like Justin Bieber, Harvey Weinstein, Bryan Singer, the X-Men director known for his pool orgies, And much more. Melissa and Scott discuss the implications of the Left’s wickedness and the importance of holding these people accountable. Tune in to hear their discussion!

The Washington Post stopped its decades-long tradition of endorsing presidential candidates last week, causing an intense backlash from its readers and editorial staff. In this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo speculate on what prompted the Washington Post’s decision. They also discuss the weight of media endorsements and how they impact elections. Tune in to hear their discussion!