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Commentary on current events and interviews with prominent figures in politics, media and culture.
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Joy Reid furthered yet another woke message by reposting a video that criticized the beloved Christmas tune “Jingle Bells” as a song written to make fun of black people.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo point out the absurd claims about the song’s origin. They also criticize the woke Left for their attempts to ruin Christmas. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Climate change, which former president Joe Biden once hailed as the “number one issue facing humanity,” went on the Left’s back burner this year.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss why and how the Left is distancing themselves from climate change. They point to Bill Gates’ recent blog post critiquing ‘doomsday’ climate change claims and how Greta Thunberg averted the climate platform to support Palestine instead. Tune in to hear their discussion!
On this special episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the growing trend of younger generations returning back to church and express joy at witnessing faith and American values making a comeback.
Side discussion: Why are conservative talking heads at each other’s throats in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death?
Tune in to hear their discussion!
President Trump has been tossing around the idea of extraterrestrial life and called for the release of UAP (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena) records.
On this conspiracy watch episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss aliens, CERN portals, and underground obelisks claimed to be found underneath the pyramids. While Scott links a fictional example with the Apple TV+ show Pluribus, Melissa cites historical evidence from ancient civilizations and groups who have supposedly contacted aliens. Are aliens a government conspiracy? Or is the government covering up a conspiracy about aliens?
Tune in to discover the truth!
The Seattle Public School system is forcing students — from kindergarten to fifth grade — to read books that push and teach fluid gender identity.
On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo analyze the woke curriculum and how there are still cracks of indoctrination in the education system. They discuss the ridiculous lessons taught in different gender identity books such as Introducing Teddy, My Princess Boy, and Red: A Crayon’s Story. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Three months after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk faces constant criticism for her every move.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo express disappointment with how the public is treating Erika Kirk and the conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie’s death. They also discuss Candace Owens and her baseless accusations about Erika and Turning Point USA. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Ilhan Omar’s loyalty is questioned, but her bank account is not. How does someone like Ilhan Omar get so rich in such a short amount of time? Why does her district elect her when she’s out and proud about her loyalty to Somalia and not America? How is she not indicted for being involved in the $6 billion grift machine in Minneapolis?
The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay call out Omar for her disgusting comments about Steven Miller. Who’s the Nazi, again? Tune in to hear their discussion!
Jasmine Crockett is the likely candidate to secure the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Texas, especially as Colin Allred drops his bid in the race.
The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay predict the outcome of the race. Watch to see them prognosticate the Republican primary in the Texas Senate race, too. Will it be Wesley Hunt, Ken Paxton, or John Cornyn? Tune in to find out!
Pantone crowned “Cloud Dancer,” a shade of white, as the color of the year. The decision aroused absolute outrage on the left.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo respond to the Left’s fury with amusement and bewilderment. They discuss how the Left tried to disgrace the awarded color by claiming it furthers white supremacy and arguing it is associated with Trump. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Gavin Newsom’s appearance at the New York Time’s DealBook Summit was met with mockery, as the public made fun of him online for his awkward sitting posture.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the reaction to Newsom’s criss-crossed legs and the negative response he received for saying that the Democratic Party needs to be “culturally normal” and “less judgmental.” Ellie and Lyrah also discuss celebrity Halle Berry’s open criticism of Newsom at the event. Berry called out the California governor for “devaluing women” and not passing the Menopause Care Equity Act. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Is Kristi Noem, Marco Rubio, and President Donald Trump truly fighting for the American people to stop illegal immigration? Not quite.
The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the problem with the Trump administration’s lack of action on addressing illegal immigration. Melissa criticizes Noem, Rubio, and Trump for their slow response in combating these issues and wasting the chance that they’re given to do so, especially with Republicans in power. They call upon Noem, Rubio, and Trump to work for the American people, or risk losing the America we know and love. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Despite Ole Miss fuming about Lane Kiffin’s recent switch to coach for Louisiana State University, this shake-up brings up great benefits for the future of college football.
On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay react to the backlash from college football fans to Kiffin’s new role, and how college rivalries are the spirit and tradition of college football. They also discuss Nick Saban’s proposal to reform the college football calendar and how it would bring about positive change for both coaches and players. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Foreign tourists are expected to pay an additional $100 fee to visit select national parks next year, in addition to facing a steeper price for a national parks annual pass, keeping step with Trump’s focus on putting Americans first.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo debate whether or not this additional cost will benefit our national parks. While Lyrah argues that this could potentially decrease the amount of visitors, Ellie explains how this will provide extra funds to maintain and preserve the parks’ natural beauty. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Instead of having a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, participants at a Portland celebration made an effort to avoid mentioning the word “Christmas” altogether and declared it to be a “tree lighting” ceremony.
On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo criticize the event and how it included woke messaging, like chants of “Free Palestine.” They contrast the event with the reveal of Melania Trump’s Christmas decorations at the White House, and discuss its differences with former First Lady Jill Biden’s own decor. Tune in to hear their discussio
President Theodore Roosevelt said it best regarding immigration, that “we have room for but one sole loyalty, and that is a loyalty to the American people.”
On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss how America is being devalued by immigrant communities who refuse to assimilate into American culture and values. They cite various examples, such as the illegal Indian trucker scam, the Muslim settlements in Texas, and other ethnic enclaves like the Somalis in Minnesota. They also discuss the historical context of immigration in the United States and argue that assimilation is essential to the stability and success of America. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Venezuela is largely responsible for the increase in drug trafficking, the influx of violent gang activity, and influencing elections here in the United States. The solution to end these problems is clear: to declare war against the Maduro regime.
The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay break down the reasons why waging war against Venezuela is in America’s best interest. Melissa and Scott bring attention to Venezuelan terrorist groups — Cartel de los Soles and Tren de Aragua — and their role in drug trafficking and increased crime in U.S. cities. They push for an investigation into Smartmatic machines and discuss how Venezuela is an agent in corrupting elections. Melissa and Scott also call on Congress to not only take action against Maduro’s regime, but also to address the issues brought about by other foreign actors like China and Cuba. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Thirty-one percent of Americans are bound to debate politics during Thanksgiving dinner, according to a recent poll that surveyed what Americans have planned for this Thanksgiving.
The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo talk food preparation to Thanksgiving traditions as they analyze the findings from the report. Ellie and Lyrah also discuss their plans for Thanksgiving and what they are grateful for this year. Tune in to hear their discussion!
Anyone expecting Meghan Markle’s presence is formally greeted by someone announcing her as “Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.” A recent interview by Harper’s Bazaar detailed an odd encounter with Markle in which she was announced as the duchess to a room of only two people.
On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo criticize Markle’s entitled behavior that comes in spite of her losing her royal duties and privileges. They also talk about how Markle is perceived by the public eye and how she needs to distance herself from her former royal identity. Tune in to hear their discussion!
A recent mini-documentary by Tucker Carlson revealed what the FBI wanted to keep hidden about Thomas Crooks, the man who attempted to assassinate President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.
The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay suggest and unpack how the FBI is complicit in covering up the truth behind Thomas Crooks’, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting. In each case, Melissa and Scott highlight the lack of transparency and the FBI’s interference to hide things from the American public. They also highlight the lack of public trust and the need for authorities to be accountable and honest. Tune in to hear their discussion!
While the stock market soars, Americans struggle to afford housing, groceries, and a McDonald’s Happy Meal.
The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay explain this phenomenon and discuss what’s really behind the disparity in the economy. They navigate through the different challenges Americans face in the housing market, criticizing President Trump’s 50-year mortgage plan proposal. They also explain the consequences of corporatism and crony capitalism, many of which were brought about by the 2008 financial collapse and policies by former president Barack Obama. Tune in to hear their discussion!
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Another great show.
I love this installment of your podcast. Great stuff.
I am new to the podcast but not the magazine. Great show so far.