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Josh Hawley

Mentioned in 52 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A Republican Senator from Missouri known for aggressive oversight hearings, particularly his questioning of Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison regarding government fraud and the Feeding Our Futures scandal. He has gained podcast attention for sponsoring bipartisan legislation on issues ranging from insurance industry anti-competitive practices to AI restrictions for minors, data center regulations, and social media age limits. Podcasts frequently discuss him as a prominent MAGA-aligned figure with potential 2028 presidential aspirations.

Episode Appearances

Unchained

Unchained · Jul 28, 2026

Kristin Smith on Why the Clarity Act Comes Down to a Memecoin

“Did not vote for Genius Act; unclear if will support Clarity Act”

Clarity Act legislative timeline and vote mathEthics language and conflict-of-interest provisions for government officialsDepartment of Justice enforcement mechanism vs. state attorney general alternatives
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Red Eye Radio

Red Eye Radio · Jun 16, 2026

06-16-26 Part One - The Art of Iran's Deal

“Referenced for populist economic positions on credit card interest rates and labor policy”

Iran Nuclear Deal Transparency and Memorandum of UnderstandingTrump Administration Foreign Policy Consistency and CredibilityBillionaire Wealth Taxation and Progressive Economic Policy
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The Michael Knowles Show

The Michael Knowles Show · Jun 10, 2026

Ep. 1991 - Unhinged REACTIONS: Karmelo Anthony Found Guilty Of Murdering Austin Metcalf

“Referenced as effective questioner in congressional hearings similar to Brandon Gill's style”

Criminal Justice System Bias and Two-Tiered JusticeRacial Solidarity and Identity Politics in AmericaSPLC Funding of White Supremacist Organizations
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Bankless

Bankless · May 13, 2026

Will AI Populism Decide the 2028 Election? | Jasmine Sun

“Active in AI legislation on kids' safety and jobs; example of Republican engagement with AI populism”

AI Populism and 2028 Election PoliticsLabor Market Disruption and Job DisplacementWealth Inequality and Power Concentration
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The Briefing with Albert Mohler

The Briefing with Albert Mohler · May 13, 2026

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

“Criticized McCary's FDA tenure for pro-abortion actions and slow-walking Mifepristone review”

U.S.-China State Visit DiplomacyChinese Espionage and Infiltration OperationsGreat Power Competition and Triangulation Strategy
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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 12, 2026

5/12/26: Trump Says Ceasefire On Life Support, Trump Desperate Gambit On Gas Prices, UFO Files Breakdown

“Introduced bill allowing Trump to suspend federal gas tax by executive action”

Iran Nuclear Negotiations and Ceasefire CollapseUS Federal Gas Tax Suspension PolicyCalifornia Oil Import Dependency and Refinery Closures
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The Briefing with Albert Mohler

The Briefing with Albert Mohler · May 8, 2026

Friday, May 8, 2026

“Initiated GUARD Act to ban AI chatbots simulating emotional relationships with minors; bill unanimously approved by Senate Judiciary Committee”

Cell Phone Bans in SchoolsYouTube in K-12 EducationAI Chatbot Regulation
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Marketplace Morning Report

Marketplace Morning Report · May 5, 2026

How ICE skirts public input on detention centers

“Authored bill to ban AI companions for minors under 18, passed committee unanimously”

AI Safety Regulation and National Security ReviewsAI Companions and Child Safety OnlineImmigration Detention Center Construction
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The Megyn Kelly Show

The Megyn Kelly Show · Apr 29, 2026

James Comey and Violent Threats Against Trump, with Victor Davis Hanson, and the TRUTH About AI Danger, with Tristan Harris | Ep. 1306

“Quoted in Financial Times advocating Republican position against AI acceleration funding”

AI Existential Risk and SuperintelligenceAI Safety and Control MechanismsAutonomous Weapons and Nuclear Command Systems
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IHIP News

IHIP News · Apr 22, 2026

Trump In Collapse As His Own Voters Call For Impeachment, It's Over for Him

“Criticized for Christian nationalism rhetoric, hypocrisy on family values, and January 6th involvement”

Trump Impeachment Polling and Public SupportRepublican Legislative Priorities and Trump Glorification BillsIran Military Conflict and Boots-on-Ground Escalation
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Cato Podcast

Cato Podcast · Apr 2, 2026

The Great Political Realignment

“Explicitly identified as national conservative in US Senate representing new political alignment”

Political realignment theory and structural driversNational identity vs. cosmopolitanism as primary political divideEconomic globalization and deindustrialization effects on voting behavior
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Panic World

Panic World · Apr 1, 2026

The internet sucks, and Congress might make it worse

“Republican pushing Section 230 reform citing alleged censorship of conservative voices.”

Section 230 of the Communications Decency ActPlatform liability for user-generated contentAlgorithmic amplification and content moderation
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Big Technology Podcast

Big Technology Podcast · Mar 25, 2026

Senator Mark Warner: Nobody’s Ready for What AI Could Do To Us

“Co-sponsor of bipartisan bill requiring Bureau of Labor Statistics to measure AI job impact”

AI job displacement measurementGovernment preparedness for AI disruptionData center public opposition
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Bulwark Takes

Bulwark Takes · Mar 20, 2026

New Inflation Warnings from Fed; Could Iran War Raise Prices AND Cause Recession?

“Accused fertilizer companies of price gouging without understanding supply-demand dynamics”

Strait of Hormuz Disruption and Oil Supply ShockStagflation: Simultaneous Inflation and Recession RiskFederal Reserve Policy Dilemma and Interest Rate Strategy
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Bannon`s War Room

Bannon`s War Room · Mar 11, 2026

Episode 5206: Iran Continues To Lay Mines In The Strait Of Hormuz; AI Exceeds Cognitive Versatility

“Senator discussing off-ramps and military objectives clarity for Iran campaign”

Operation Epic Fury - Iran Military CampaignStrait of Hormuz Mine-Laying and Naval OperationsAI in Military Decision-Making and Targeting
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Morning Wire

Morning Wire · Mar 4, 2026

Trump's Iran Messaging Struggle & SCOTUS Backs Parents | 3.4.26

“Missouri Senator and Trump ally who declined to vote for congressional resolution limiting Iran operations”

Iran Military Operations and White House MessagingCongressional Authorization for Military ActionParental Rights vs. School Gender Transition Policies
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IHIP News

IHIP News · Mar 1, 2026

Hegseth's Pastor Claims He's "A Friend to P*dophiles" and Project 2026 Targets Women

“Senator; appeared in engagement photos with Harrison Butker; associated with conservative movement”

Project 2025 and Project 2026 policy blueprintsChristian nationalism and religious extremism in governmentPurity culture and abstinence-only education
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Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM

Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Feb 27, 2026

Back the Blue, Local School District is Nervous and World Cup Money Concerns | 2-27-26

“Missouri politician who has pushed for social media age restrictions, advocating for minimum age of 16”

Law Enforcement Funding and SupportSchool District Bond Elections and Voter ConfidenceWorld Cup 2026 Security Preparations and Funding
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O'Connor & Company

O'Connor & Company · Feb 27, 2026

PARAMOUNT WINS BIDDING WAR WITH NETFLIX OVER WARNER DISCOVERY, SENATORS HAVE TIME FOR DOG PARADE BUT NOT SAVE ACT VOTE, POLLS SHOW AMERICANS BACK TRUMP'S POLICIES AT SOTU

“Senator who challenged Netflix CEO on political bias in content during merger hearings”

Paramount-Warner Discovery MergerNetflix Content Moderation StrategyStreaming Platform Consolidation
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Catalyst with Shayle Kann

Catalyst with Shayle Kann · Feb 25, 2026

Volts crossover: Six big energy questions

“US Senator; introduced bill mandating data centers go off-grid, discussed as policy response to grid congestion”

Autonomous Vehicle Adoption and Urban Sprawl EffectsData Center Electricity Demand and Grid CapacityOff-Grid Microgrid Solutions for Industrial Loads
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Pod Save America

Pod Save America · Feb 25, 2026

1126: The State of the Union Is Long

“Senator previously supported stock trading ban until Trump opposed it, showing Trump's influence over Republicans”

State of the Union Speech AnalysisEconomic Policy and Inflation MessagingTariff Policy and Trade
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Morning Wire

Morning Wire · Feb 21, 2026

‘Follow the Money’ - Dark Money Pipeline Uncovered Behind Minnesota Riots? | 2.21.26

“Senator demanding answers from organizations like CHIRLA regarding protest coordination and funding mechanisms”

Immigration Fraud and Welfare Benefits AbuseDark Money Funding Networks and Nonprofit OperationsBorder to Ballot Box Political Pipeline
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The Megyn Kelly Show

The Megyn Kelly Show · Feb 13, 2026

Homan Ends MN Surge, AG Ellison Grilled on the Hill, El Paso Airspace Laser Mystery: AM Update 2/13

“Missouri Senator grilling Ellison for nearly seven minutes on $9 billion fraud including Feeding Our Futures program”

Immigration Enforcement OperationsFederal-State Law Enforcement CooperationICE Operations and Surge Deployments
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Verdict with Ted Cruz

Verdict with Ted Cruz · Feb 13, 2026

Minnesota AG Crashes & Burns in Senate Testimony Covering up Fraud plus Dems Cause Largest Sewage Spill in History

“U.S. Senator who questioned Keith Ellison during Senate testimony about fraud oversight and campaign contributions from indicted fraudsters”

Minnesota Fraud Investigation - Feeding Our Future ProgramKeith Ellison Senate Testimony and AccountabilityCampaign Finance and Political Corruption
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REAL AF with Andy Frisella

REAL AF with Andy Frisella · Feb 13, 2026

1000. Andy & DJ CTI: Josh Hawley Grills Minnesota AG Over Fraud Scandal, Property Manager Arrested In Connection With Possible Las Vegas Bio Lab & Charlie And Erika Kirk Wedding Photo

“Missouri Senator who confronted Minnesota AG Keith Ellison over fraud scandal”

Government fraud and corruptionEpstein files and accountabilityCitizen organization and activism
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Show Archives – Armed American Radio |

Show Archives – Armed American Radio | · Feb 13, 2026

02-12-26 Mark talks with Danielle Buck and cover Canada, VA and MORE!

“Senator referenced for questioning doctor on biological sex; example of conservative messaging”

Tarrant County Texas special election results and voter apathyVirginia House of Delegates 18-seat Democratic swingPost-Bruen Second Amendment litigation strategy and court splits
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The Chris Plante Show

The Chris Plante Show · Feb 12, 2026

2-12-26 Hour 3 - Sharyl Attkisson Calls In to Discuss ICE in Minnesota

“Republican senator from Missouri conducting hearing questioning Keith Ellison on Minnesota policy”

Voter ID Requirements and Election SecurityICE Operations and Immigration EnforcementCommunity Obstruction of Federal Law Enforcement
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This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Feb 12, 2026

#639 - Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

“U.S. Senator; RFK Jr. endorses as 'great' and supportive.”

Chronic Disease Epidemic in AmericaFDA Corruption and Pharmaceutical Industry InfluenceGlyphosate Litigation and Monsanto Settlements
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Red Eye Radio

Red Eye Radio · Feb 12, 2026

02-12-26 Part Two - A Pause in El Paso

“U.S. Senator questioning professor on mental health crisis in mass shooting context”

El Paso Airport Airspace Closure and Media SensationalismNancy Guthrie Kidnapping Investigation and Physical EvidenceSeditious Conspiracy Legal Standards and January 6 Prosecutions
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The World and Everything In It

The World and Everything In It · Feb 12, 2026

2.12.26 Revisiting EPA climate guidelines, Congress looks at Sharia, and Petra’s new album

“Republican Senator who expressed disappointment with FDA's progress on abortion drug safety review”

EPA Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding RetractionClimate Regulation and Legal AuthoritySharia Law and Constitutional Protections
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The Alex Jones Show - Infowars.com

The Alex Jones Show - Infowars.com · Feb 11, 2026

Alex Jones 2026-Feb-11 Wednesday

“Senator documenting $1 trillion annual government fraud through welfare scams, identity theft, and antiquated systems”

Jeffrey Epstein Files Release and Prosecution StrategyElection Fraud and Voting Machine SecurityGovernment Welfare and Identity Fraud ($1 Trillion Annual Loss)
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The Jesse Kelly Show

The Jesse Kelly Show · Feb 11, 2026

GOP Takes HUGE Step Toward Accountability in Jack Smith Arctic Frost Probe

“Former Missouri Attorney General predecessor to Catherine Hannaway”

Jack Smith Special Counsel Investigation and DOJ WeaponizationIllegal Immigrant Census Counting and Congressional ApportionmentTransgender Medical Procedures for Minors (SAFE Act)
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The Fox News Rundown

The Fox News Rundown · Feb 11, 2026

Why Taxpayers are Losing Billions (and How to Fix It)

“Missouri Republican Senator highlighting impact of government waste on hardworking American taxpayers at Homeland Security hearing”

Federal Government Fraud and Improper PaymentsGovernment Accounting System ModernizationAI-Based Fraud Detection in Government Programs
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The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart · Feb 11, 2026

The Wealth of Wall Street with Oren Cass

“Republican senator supporting reindustrialization and challenging China trade policy from right-of-center perspective”

Financialization and its economic consequencesStock buyback regulation and shareholder value doctrinePrivate equity and leveraged buyout practices
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Red Eye Radio

Red Eye Radio · Feb 3, 2026

02-03-26 Part One - Billie's Landslide

“Questioned medical experts on gender dysphoria and transgender procedures in congressional hearing”

Inflation and Cost-of-Living Impact on Voter BehaviorBillionaire Wealth Tax Policy and State MigrationTariff Policy and Retail Price Increases
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The Al Franken Podcast

The Al Franken Podcast · Jan 25, 2026

Wendell Potter on The Healthcare Crisis

“US Senator; co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation with Elizabeth Warren to address vertical integration and anti-competitive practices of insurance companies”

Prior Authorization Denials and Patient HarmMedical Loss Ratio Circumvention StrategiesPharmacy Benefit Manager Market Consolidation
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DSR's Words Matter

DSR's Words Matter · Jan 15, 2026

The Steps We Must Take to Stop Trump's American Gestapo

“Missouri senator who instigated January 6 insurrection, fled violence, then caved on Venezuela military intervention vote”

Insurrection Act invocation and martial law threatsICE enforcement operations and Fourth Amendment violationsElection suspension and democratic process threats
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The Matt Walsh Show

The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 15, 2026

Ep. 1718 - Domestic Terrorists Have Officially Taken Over Minneapolis. Here's What Needs To Be Done

“Senator questioning medical expert witness on whether biological men can become pregnant during congressional hearing”

ICE Immigration Enforcement OperationsSanctuary City Policies and Federal-State ConflictDomestic Terrorism and Mob Violence
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The Briefing with Albert Mohler

The Briefing with Albert Mohler · Jan 15, 2026

Thursday, January 15, 2026

“Republican senator from Missouri who pressed Dr. Verma on biological sex question during Senate hearing”

Transgender Athletes in School SportsTitle IX Interpretation and EnforcementMedical Professional Ethics and Ideology
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The NPR Politics Podcast

The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 12, 2026

How Trump's 'Don-roe Doctrine' is different than Bush-era GOP foreign policy

“Missouri Senator; one of five Republicans voting to constrain Trump's Venezuela military authority”

Trump Foreign Policy Doctrine and RealismNeoconservatism vs. Transactional InterventionismVenezuela Military Intervention and Oil Strategy
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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 11, 2026

TDS Time Machine | Jon Stewart's Best Trump Takedowns of 2025

“Publicly opposed Medicaid cuts but voted yes on spending bill, promising future action instead of present opposition”

DEI Scapegoating and Merit-Based Hiring DebatesUS-China Trade War and Tariff StrategyRare Earth Materials Supply Chain Vulnerability
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Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 10, 2026

Ep 1286 | Maduro Detained, Minnesota ICE Altercation, Can Trump Save Single-Family Homes? | Ron Simmons

“Proposed allowing 401(k) withdrawals without penalties for home down payments”

Maduro Arrest and Monroe Doctrine ApplicationOperation Just Cause Precedent and Presidential AuthorityHead-of-State Immunity and International Law
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The NPR Politics Podcast

The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 9, 2026

Week in politics: Minneapolis ICE shooting and congressional Republicans defect

“Voted for Venezuela war powers resolution against Trump administration”

Affordable Care Act Subsidy ExtensionHouse Republican Defections and Discharge PetitionsICE Enforcement and Immigration Policy
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Stubborn Things

Stubborn Things · Jan 7, 2026

Elections Galore

“Potential 2028 Republican candidate if Vance falls from favor; represents MAGA wing alternative to Vance”

2026 Midterm Elections House ForecastingRepublican Structural Advantage in House DistrictsPost-2020 Redistricting Impact on Competitive Seats
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Tech Won't Save Us

Tech Won't Save Us · Dec 24, 2025

The Year in Tech w/ Jathan Sadowski & Brian Merchant

“Republican senator teaming with Democrats on chatbot ban for minors, showing emerging bipartisan AI opposition”

Trump-Silicon Valley Alliance and Executive OrdersDOGE and State Capacity EliminationAI Bubble Economics and GPU Financialization
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The Last Invention

The Last Invention · Dec 19, 2025

Ezra Klein on the Uncertain Politics of A.I.

“Republican senator quoted opposing AI development without worker protections”

AI Existential Risk vs. Near-Term HarmsAI Labor Market Disruption and Job DisplacementGeopolitical Competition and AI Race Dynamics
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The New Yorker Radio Hour

The New Yorker Radio Hour · Dec 19, 2025

Graham Platner Is Staying in the Race

“Republican senator who proposed legislation restricting stock trading by elected officials”

Democratic Primary Strategy in MaineWorking-Class Economic Anxiety and Political RepresentationMilitary Veterans in Electoral Politics
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Strict Scrutiny

Strict Scrutiny · Dec 8, 2025

S7: We Need To Talk About Trump’s Maritime Murders

“U.S. Senator from Missouri present in courtroom during First Choice oral argument; married to attorney Aaron Hawley”

Maritime bombing campaign legality and war crimes analysisPresidential authority to conduct extrajudicial killingsUniform Code of Military Justice obligations to refuse unlawful orders
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The Artificial Intelligence Show

The Artificial Intelligence Show · Nov 25, 2025

#182: Gemini 3, Nano Banana Pro, GPT-5.1 Pro, Nvidia Earnings, Karen Hao Book Controversy & Entry-Level Unemployment

“U.S. Senator (R-MO); co-sponsors Warner's AI employment reporting legislation”

Gemini 3 Model Release and CapabilitiesNano Banana Pro Image GenerationGPT-5.1 Pro Performance and Reasoning
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The Last Invention

The Last Invention · Oct 23, 2025

EP 5: Contact

“Missouri Senator; attempted to challenge Altman on liability during 2023 Congressional hearing”

AI Regulation and Government PolicyAI Alignment and SafetyChatGPT and Large Language Models
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