Andrew Sullivan

Mentioned in 5 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows

A conservative intellectual and political commentator known for pioneering the premium newsletter model and influential advocacy work on same-sex marriage. He is discussed in podcasts as a notable figure in media innovation, political philosophy, and commentary on American civic culture.

Appears On

John Mark Comer Teachings Cheeky Pint Savage Lovecast The Future of Liberty with Mitch Daniels Making Sense with Sam Harris

Episode Appearances

John Mark Comer Teachings · Apr 13, 2026

Into the Quiet

“Author of 'I Used to Be a Human Being' essay on smartphone effects; quoted on distraction as threat to faith”

Solitude and Contemplative PrayerNoise Pollution and Mental HealthDigital Minimalism and Technology Boundaries

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Cheeky Pint · Feb 12, 2026

Ben Thompson from Stratechery on AI ads, the end of SaaS, and the future of media

“Early premium newsletter pioneer; discussed as predecessor to Stratechery's subscription model”

AI Advertising Models and User PrivacyAggregation Theory Applied to AITSMC Semiconductor Capacity Constraints

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Savage Lovecast · Feb 5, 2026

Sex & Politics #42

“Conservative intellectual whose 'Virtually Normal' argument for same-sex marriage persuaded Vines before questioning his own sexuality”

Same-sex marriage philosophical frameworks and argumentsMonogamy as cultural norm versus individual choicePolygyny in historical and anthropological context

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The Future of Liberty with Mitch Daniels · Oct 17, 2025

George Will on Executive Power and Civic Virtue

“Political commentator quoted for pessimistic view that Americans no longer want to govern themselves”

Executive Power and Constitutional LimitsPresidential Tariff Authority and Trade PolicyPresidential Immunity from Prosecution

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Making Sense with Sam Harris · Oct 14, 2025

#439 — How to Lose a Democracy

“Referenced as having described First Things Magazine as intellectual center of religious right”

Immigration enforcement and deportation policyExecutive power and the Insurrection ActDemocratic backsliding and authoritarianism

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