In this episode, Karol sits down with bestselling author and political consultant Craig Shirley to unpack his surprising path into politics and his lifelong admiration for Ronald Reagan. From behind-the-scenes stories of Reagan’s rise to the lessons that shaped modern conservatism, Craig also opens up about family, his latest projects, and why reading (and real relationships) matter more than ever. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday.

In this episode, Karol sits down with bestselling author and political consultant Craig Shirley to unpack his surprising path into politics and his lifelong admiration for Ronald Reagan. From behind-the-scenes stories of Reagan&rsquo;s rise to the lessons that shaped modern conservatism, Craig also opens up about family, his latest projects, and why reading (and real relationships) matter more than ever. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday &amp; Friday.

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, “Stolen Youth,” The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol’s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, &ldquo;Stolen Youth,&rdquo; The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol&rsquo;s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

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In this episode, Karol sits down with bestselling author and political consultant Craig Shirley to unpack his surprising path into politics and his lifelong admiration for Ronald Reagan. 

The Karol Markowicz: From Reagan to Relationships: Craig Shirley’s Playbook for Politics (and Life)

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with columnist, radio host, and author Derek Hunter for a candid and often hilarious conversation about his unconventional path to media success.

From holding over 80 jobs—including some truly bizarre gigs—to becoming a nationally recognized voice at Townhall and WMAL, Derek shares how persistence, curiosity, and a willingness to fail shaped his career. He opens up about breaking into radio, navigating the media world without a roadmap, and why sometimes the best opportunities come from unexpected places.

The conversation also dives into personal growth, parenting, financial lessons (including missed investment opportunities), and Derek’s biggest advice: learn from other people’s mistakes before making your own.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with columnist, radio host, and author Derek Hunter for a candid and often hilarious conversation about his unconventional path to media success.
From holding over 80 jobs&mdash;including some truly bizarre gigs&mdash;to becoming a nationally recognized voice at Townhall and WMAL, Derek shares how persistence, curiosity, and a willingness to fail shaped his career. He opens up about breaking into radio, navigating the media world without a roadmap, and why sometimes the best opportunities come from unexpected places.
The conversation also dives into personal growth, parenting, financial lessons (including missed investment opportunities), and Derek&rsquo;s biggest advice: learn from other people&rsquo;s mistakes before making your own.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with columnist, radio host, and author Derek Hunter for a candid and often hilarious conversation about his unconventional path to media success.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Derek Hunter’s Wild Career Path, Media Journey & Life Lessons

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host and political commentator Ben Ferguson for a refreshing, deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond politics.

Best known for his years debating on CNN, The Ben Ferguson Show,  and co-hosting Verdict with Senator Ted Cruz, Ben opens up about his incredible journey—from starting in talk radio at just 12 years old to becoming a nationally recognized media voice. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his early days with Bill O’Reilly, his time “fighting it out” on cable news, and how the media landscape has dramatically shifted.

But this episode takes a different turn.

Ben discusses life outside the political spotlight, including his passion for barbecue, launching successful restaurants, and—most importantly—being a father to three young boys. He reflects on what truly matters, why he’s turned down major opportunities to prioritize family, and how parenting has reshaped his perspective on success.

The conversation also dives into the future of AI, with Ben predicting transformative changes in healthcare, jobs, and everyday life—and why he remains optimistic about what’s ahead.

Plus, Ben shares powerful advice on staying present, breaking phone addiction, and strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.

🔹 How Ben Ferguson got his start in media at age 12
🔹 What it was really like debating on CNN
🔹 Behind-the-scenes of Verdict with Ted Cruz
🔹 Why he stepped away from politics to open a BBQ business
🔹 Fatherhood, family, and redefining success
🔹 AI’s impact on the future of work and medicine
🔹 The simple habit that can transform your relationships

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host and political commentator Ben Ferguson for a refreshing, deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond politics.
Best known for his years debating on CNN, The Ben Ferguson Show,&nbsp; and co-hosting Verdict with Senator Ted Cruz, Ben opens up about his incredible journey&mdash;from starting in talk radio at just 12 years old to becoming a nationally recognized media voice. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his early days with Bill O&rsquo;Reilly, his time &ldquo;fighting it out&rdquo; on cable news, and how the media landscape has dramatically shifted.
But this episode takes a different turn.
Ben discusses life outside the political spotlight, including his passion for barbecue, launching successful restaurants, and&mdash;most importantly&mdash;being a father to three young boys. He reflects on what truly matters, why he&rsquo;s turned down major opportunities to prioritize family, and how parenting has reshaped his perspective on success.
The conversation also dives into the future of AI, with Ben predicting transformative changes in healthcare, jobs, and everyday life&mdash;and why he remains optimistic about what&rsquo;s ahead.
Plus, Ben shares powerful advice on staying present, breaking phone addiction, and strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.
🔹 How Ben Ferguson got his start in media at age 12 🔹 What it was really like debating on CNN 🔹 Behind-the-scenes of Verdict with Ted Cruz 🔹 Why he stepped away from politics to open a BBQ business 🔹 Fatherhood, family, and redefining success 🔹 AI&rsquo;s impact on the future of work and medicine 🔹 The simple habit that can transform your relationships

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host and political commentator Ben Ferguson for a refreshing, deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond politics.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Ben Ferguson on Media, AI, Family & Life Beyond Politics

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with author, activist, and firearms instructor Yehuda Remer, widely known as “The Pew Pew Jew,” for a candid conversation about Jewish self-defense, gun ownership, and the cultural shift happening in the wake of October 7.

Why have so many American Jews historically been wary of firearms? How did the trauma of the Holocaust shape modern Jewish attitudes toward guns—and is that finally changing? Yehuda breaks down the historical roots of Jewish political alignment, the generational divide on Second Amendment rights, and why he believes Jews should be among the strongest defenders of the 2A.

Karol shares her own journey—from longtime conservative who never owned a gun to daily carrier—and explains what changed her perspective. Together, they discuss:


The surge in Jewish gun ownership after October 7


Israel’s restrictive gun laws and what they mean for Jewish security


Why self-defense is about more than just owning a firearm


The role of education in changing minds on gun safety


Divisions within the conservative movement over Second Amendment rights


Raising strong, respectful kids in a chaotic political culture

Yehuda also opens up about his family’s Holocaust history, what motivates his activism, and why he believes Jews must reclaim their warrior heritage rather than remain passive in the face of rising antisemitism.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with author, activist, and firearms instructor&nbsp;Yehuda Remer, widely known as &ldquo;The Pew Pew Jew,&rdquo; for a candid conversation about Jewish self-defense, gun ownership, and the cultural shift happening in the wake of October 7.
Why have so many American Jews historically been wary of firearms? How did the trauma of the Holocaust shape modern Jewish attitudes toward guns&mdash;and is that finally changing? Yehuda breaks down the historical roots of Jewish political alignment, the generational divide on Second Amendment rights, and why he believes Jews should be among the strongest defenders of the 2A.
Karol shares her own journey&mdash;from longtime conservative who never owned a gun to daily carrier&mdash;and explains what changed her perspective. Together, they discuss:
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The surge in Jewish gun ownership after October 7
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Israel&rsquo;s restrictive gun laws and what they mean for Jewish security
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Why self-defense is about more than just owning a firearm
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The role of education in changing minds on gun safety
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Divisions within the conservative movement over Second Amendment rights
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Raising strong, respectful kids in a chaotic political culture
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Yehuda also opens up about his family&rsquo;s Holocaust history, what motivates his activism, and why he believes Jews must reclaim their warrior heritage rather than remain passive in the face of rising antisemitism.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with author, activist, and firearms instructor Yehuda Remer, widely known as “The Pew Pew Jew,” for a candid conversation about Jewish self-defense, gun ownership, and the cultural shift happening in the wake of October 7.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Armed & Awake: Yehuda Remer on Jewish Self-Defense, the Second Amendment & Post–October 7 Reality

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The Karol Markowicz: From Reagan to Relationships: Craig Shirley’s Playbook for Politics (and Life)

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