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
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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October 8, 2025 • 86 mins
Ben opens with the Virginia firestorm around attorney general candidate Jay Jones. He details the reported texts, plays the apology, and reacts to Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s response. He also lays out why this controversy raises questions about early voting and accountability.Maria Bartiromo joins Ben to talk AI bias, jobs, and how to keep perspective with new tech. She explains why social platforms should be liable when they act like n...
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October 1, 2025 • 58 mins
Ben opens on faith, family and the state of men in American life, pushing back on Hillary Clinton's narrative and explaining why a renewed admiration for strong fatherhood is rising. He ties it to recent cultural flashpoints and the reaction to Charlie Kirk’s death.
Nancy Mace joins to break down the shutdown fight, why she calls it a left flank problem for Democrats, and how suburban women are moving on women’s sports and Title...
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September 24, 2025 • 71 mins
Ben opens with the Kimmel saga and why affiliates, not just the FCC chatter, drove ABC’s decision. He breaks down Disney’s calculations, media double standards, and what this moment says about free speech and accountability.
Lee Smith, journalist and author of “The China Matrix,” joins to unpack Gaza politics at the UN, Saudi leverage on a Palestinian state, and Qatar’s influence in the West. He also explains why tariffs and the...
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September 17, 2025 • 88 mins
Ben opens with a personal reflection on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the media spin that followed, then digs into how we got here and what it means for free speech and civic life.
Andy Ngo joins to unpack the online radicalization pipeline, Discord and Steam footprints, and why euphemisms for political violence keep spreading.
Peter Hasson of the Washington Free Beacon breaks down how prominent voices amplified false c...
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September 10, 2025 • 79 mins
Ben opens with the Charlotte light-rail killing of Irina Zyrutska, why legacy outlets tried to look away, and what that says about free speech, crime policy, and who gets to control the narrative. He connects the story to the broader fight over platform power and speech. Ben asks where we’d be without X’s openness and a political climate less tolerant of censorship.
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September 3, 2025 • 74 mins
Donald Trump has launched a new war on the cartels, escalating U.S. military action after a Venezuelan drug boat linked to the Tren de Aragua cartel was destroyed, killing 11 members. Ben Domenech explains why this marks a dramatic shift in America’s fight against cartel power and what it could mean for the border.
Then, NFL legend Mark Schlereth breaks down the biggest football storylines heading into the season — including whe...
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