The Big Ben Show
Each week Ben Domenech offers his perspective on the latest news of the day. With a new episode every week, the program welcomes politicians, authors, musicians and journalists for engaging interviews that go beyond the day’s headlines.
Episodes
February 25, 2026 • 69 mins
Is the U.S. heading toward a kinetic conflict with Iran? Host Ben Domenech is joined by Fox News’ Lucas Tomlinson and Fred Fleitz of the America First Policy Institute to break down the massive military buildup in the Middle East and the shifting "America First" doctrine in Trump’s second term.
In this episode: Ben dives into the "Midnight Hammer" style air power currently assembling in the region and why negotiators are frustra...
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February 18, 2026 • 57 mins
On this edition of The Big Ben Show, host Ben Domenech breaks down AOC’s recent trip to the Munich Security Conference, where her lack of foreign policy experience was on full display. Despite a "red carpet" rollout by the media, her answers on Taiwan and Venezuela geography suggest she may not be the serious candidate the Democratic establishment is hoping for.
Later, Fox News’ Bill Melugin joins the show in the studio to provi...
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February 11, 2026 • 74 mins
On this episode of The Big Ben Show, Ben Domenech covers the White House’s messaging problem, the political risk heading into the midterms, and why “being too online” can distort reality. Ben reacts to Ross Douthat’s argument that Trump is “losing the country,” then digs into how policy support can still lose the narrative.
Plus, Marjorie Dannenfelser, president of Susan B. Anthony List, joins to break down the surge in abortion...
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February 4, 2026 • 78 mins
Ben Domenech dives into the high stakes of the Super Bowl, exploring the $2 billion gambling surge and the national security risks posed by unregulated prediction markets. He is joined by New York Post correspondent Lydia Moynihan to discuss the "quality of life" collapse in NYC under socialist policies, the tragic consequences of ending forced-shelter laws for the homeless, and the ongoing media battle over ICE operations in Minne...
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January 28, 2026 • 63 mins
The American media landscape is no longer about excellence, it's about ideological capture. In this episode, Ben Domenech dissects the radical transformation of our institutions, from the shuttering of The Washington Post sports desk to the decline of late-night comedy into humorless activism.
Ben is joined by Fox News Congressional Correspondent Bill Melugin to pull back the curtain on the internal strife within the Department ...
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January 21, 2026 • 60 mins
On this episode of The Big Ben Show, Ben Domenech breaks down President Trump’s renewed push to “acquire” Greenland, framing it as a high-stakes Arctic security play amid China and Russia interest and a potential stress test for NATO.
Next, he is joined by DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin for a wide-ranging interview on ICE operations, clashes with sanctuary jurisdictions, officer safety, detention standards, and the admi...
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January 14, 2026 • 67 mins
Iran is at a breaking point, and the world is watching. Ben Domenech digs into the scale of Iran’s protests, the regime’s crackdown, internet shutdowns, and what “help is on the way” could realistically mean without U.S. boots on the ground.
First, Behnam Ben-Taleblu from The Foundation for Defense of Democracies explains why this moment feels different from past uprisings, how the IRGC may signal cracks, and what U.S. policy tool...
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January 7, 2026 • 68 mins
In this episode of The Big Ben Show, Ben Domenech breaks down the high-risk U.S. operation to capture Nicolás Maduro and what it could mean for Venezuela’s future, U.S. foreign policy, and America’s posture in the Western Hemisphere. Ben reacts to Democratic criticism in the aftermath and explains why the Trump administration framed the mission as a law-enforcement-style capture instead of an assassination.
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December 23, 2025 • 30 mins
Ben Domenech is joined by Chef Andrew Gruel for a special holiday edition of The Big Ben Show, covering Christmas cooking, last-minute kitchen gifts, and the state of food in America.
Chef Gruel breaks down how to cook the perfect prime rib, what to look for when buying a rib roast, and the biggest mistakes home cooks make during the holidays. The conversation also dives into why restaurant supply stores beat fancy retailers, and ...
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December 17, 2025 • 77 mins
Ben Domenech breaks down the Candace Owens vs. Erika & Charlie
Kirk feud and how “professionalized spite” and conspiracies are warping the modern right.
He’s joined by Robby Starbuck to talk responsibility that comes with big platforms, DEI battles in corporate America, and why Congress is failing on key cultural fights.
Then DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin explains Trump’s immigration crackdown, asylum abuse, and ...
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December 10, 2025 • 79 mins
Ben Domenech starts off today’s episode with a deep dive into political discourse in the United States, highlighting the Left's continued tendency to blame Conservative rhetoric while overlooking vitriol within their own party.
Next, Miranda Devine joins the show to further explore her reporting on the FBI and reveal what’s really happening behind the scenes with Kash Patel.
Finally, Brian Cox, a retired member of the U.S. Ar...
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December 3, 2025 • 67 mins
In this episode of The Big Ben Show, Ben Domenech breaks down the media frenzy over alleged “war crimes” tied to the Trump administration’s crackdown on narco-boats and why key details in early reporting didn’t hold up under scrutiny. Ben examines Senator Mark Kelly’s controversial comments, Pete Hegseth’s fiery response, and the political machine driving these narratives.
Later, investigative reporter Ryan Thorpe joins the show...
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November 26, 2025 • 83 mins
Ben breaks down his experience attending an NFL game in Madrid, what international fans get right, what they don’t, and why the league’s global ambitions may never capture the uniquely American spirit of football. Next, ESPN senior writer and bestselling author Seth Wickersham joins Ben to unpack his acclaimed book American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback. Seth reveals the hidden demands and emotional realities of playing the...
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November 19, 2025 • 44 mins
Senator John Kennedy joins Ben Domenech on The Big Ben Show to discuss his new book “How to Test Negative for Stupid: And Why Washington Never Will.” They dive into the state of American politics, the decline of civility in Congress, and how ideology has replaced common sense in D.C.
Ben and Senator Kennedy talk about unqualified judicial nominees, the rise of socialism in the Democratic Party, AOC’s growing influence, and how t...
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November 12, 2025 • 62 mins
Ben Domenech breaks down the growing fractures inside the American right and whether we are witnessing the beginnings of a MAGA movement crack-up.
He’s joined by Mariam Wahba from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies to unpack the Christian persecution crisis in Nigeria, and by Michael Sobolik of the Hudson Institute to analyze Trump’s second-term China policy from TikTok to Taiwan.
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November 5, 2025 • 78 mins
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,...
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October 29, 2025 • 68 mins
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...
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October 24, 2025 • 42 mins
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 B...
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October 22, 2025 • 67 mins
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 correspond...
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October 15, 2025 • 80 mins
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, p...
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