In this episode, Karol sits down with acclaimed writer Joel Engel, author of nearly 40 non-fiction books, to explore his remarkable career and deep reflections on today’s cultural climate. Engel discusses the power of storytelling, his personal experiences confronting anti-Semitism, and what modern society often gets wrong about empathy and accountability. He also shares practical wisdom on journaling, managing expectations, and finding meaning in everyday interactions. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Thursday.

 

In this episode, Karol sits down with acclaimed writer Joel Engel, author of nearly 40 non-fiction books, to explore his remarkable career and deep reflections on today&rsquo;s cultural climate. Engel discusses the power of storytelling, his personal experiences confronting anti-Semitism, and what modern society often gets wrong about empathy and accountability. He also shares practical wisdom on journaling, managing expectations, and finding meaning in everyday interactions. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday &amp; Thursday.
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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.

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 acclaimed writer Joel Engel, author of nearly 40 non-fiction books, to explore his remarkable career and deep reflections on today’s cultural climate. Engel discusses the power of storytelling, his personal experiences confronting anti-Semitism, and what modern society often gets wrong about empathy and accountability. 

The Karol Markowicz Show: Author Joel Engel on Storytelling, Society, and the Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism

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Introducing Elliot Kaufman and His New Book

The Initial Hamas Attack and Israel's

The Dilemma: Hamas or Hezbollah?

Israel's Successful Preemptive Strike Against

Netanyahu's Cautious Approach

Biden Administration's Role in Israel's War

Surprising Revelations from the War Room

The Genesis of a Journalist

Personal Life and Professional Pride

The Future of the Conservative Movement

The Power of Shabbat Observance

Closing Remarks and Book Promotion

Karol Markowicz sits down with Wall Street Journal editorial board member Elliot Kaufman to discuss his new book, In the War Room: The Inside Story of Israel’s Fight Against Hamas and the Iranian Axis, co-authored with Jerusalem Post senior military analyst Yonah Jeremy Bob. The book reconstructs the internal debates and decisions that shaped Israel’s response to the October 7 attacks and the multifront conflict that followed.

Kaufman takes listeners inside the Israeli war cabinet as leaders debated whether to strike Hamas in Gaza or confront the potentially larger threat from Hezbollah in Lebanon. He describes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s initial hesitation over a ground invasion of Gaza, concerns that Israeli troops could be walking into a heavily prepared battlefield, and why it ultimately took 20 days after October 7 for Israeli ground forces to enter Gaza.

Kaufman also discusses Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah, including the internal deliberations surrounding Hassan Nasrallah and the decision not to give the Biden administration significant advance notice of the strike targeting him. According to Kaufman’s account, Israeli officials disagreed over whether Washington should be informed beforehand and how the United States might respond.

Karol and Kaufman also examine the Biden administration’s approach to Israel during the war, the relationship between Netanyahu and Israel’s military leadership, and what Kaufman and Bob learned through years of reporting and interviews with senior political, military and intelligence officials.

Finally, Kaufman discusses his path to journalism, his work covering Israel and Iran for The Wall Street Journal, his outlook for the American conservative movement, and why observing Shabbat has become one of the most meaningful parts of his life.

Karol Markowicz sits down with Wall Street Journal editorial board member Elliot Kaufman to discuss his new book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2JWY3TG?lv=shuf&amp;channelId=500&amp;plpRedirect=mhFallback">In the War Room: The Inside Story of Israel&rsquo;s Fight Against Hamas and the Iranian Axis</a>, co-authored with Jerusalem Post senior military analyst Yonah Jeremy Bob. The book reconstructs the internal debates and decisions that shaped Israel&rsquo;s response to the October 7 attacks and the multifront conflict that followed.
Kaufman takes listeners inside the Israeli war cabinet as leaders debated whether to strike Hamas in Gaza or confront the potentially larger threat from Hezbollah in Lebanon. He describes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu&rsquo;s initial hesitation over a ground invasion of Gaza, concerns that Israeli troops could be walking into a heavily prepared battlefield, and why it ultimately took 20 days after October 7 for Israeli ground forces to enter Gaza.
Kaufman also discusses Israel&rsquo;s campaign against Hezbollah, including the internal deliberations surrounding Hassan Nasrallah and the decision not to give the Biden administration significant advance notice of the strike targeting him. According to Kaufman&rsquo;s account, Israeli officials disagreed over whether Washington should be informed beforehand and how the United States might respond.
Karol and Kaufman also examine the Biden administration&rsquo;s approach to Israel during the war, the relationship between Netanyahu and Israel&rsquo;s military leadership, and what Kaufman and Bob learned through years of reporting and interviews with senior political, military and intelligence officials.
Finally, Kaufman discusses his path to journalism, his work covering Israel and Iran for The Wall Street Journal, his outlook for the American conservative movement, and why observing Shabbat has become one of the most meaningful parts of his life.

Karol Markowicz sits down with Wall Street Journal editorial board member Elliot Kaufman to discuss his new book, In the War Room: The Inside Story of Israel’s Fight Against Hamas and the Iranian Axis, co-authored with Jerusalem Post senior military analyst Yonah Jeremy Bob. The book reconstructs the internal debates and decisions that shaped Israel’s response to the October 7 attacks and the multifront conflict that followed.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Inside Israel’s War Room: Elliot Kaufman on Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran and Netanyahu

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Jennifer Van Laar, managing editor of RedState and a leading investigative journalist known for uncovering major political stories.

Jennifer shares her unconventional journey—from 20 years as a courtroom stenographer working on murder trials to becoming one of the most impactful investigative voices in conservative media. She explains how her courtroom experience taught her how to build cases, analyze evidence, and ultimately break major political stories.

The conversation dives into the investigation that exposed former Rep. Katie Hill, the year-long reporting effort that scrutinized RNC leadership and spending, and the pressures journalists face when reporting critically on their own political side. Jennifer also discusses the evolving mission of RedState, why intellectual honesty matters in political media, and how conservative outlets balance breaking news with opinion.

Karol and Jennifer also explore the future of California politics, the fallout from the Palisades fire, Governor Gavin Newsom’s leadership, and whether the political pendulum could swing back in the Golden State.

Plus, Jennifer reflects on her personal life—raising three sons as a single mother, finding purpose through storytelling, and why discovering your strengths and “staying in your lane” may be the key to long-term success.

Topics Covered in This Episode:


Jennifer Van Laar’s path from court reporter to investigative journalist


The RedState newsroom and conservative media today


Major investigations that changed political careers


Reporting on corruption within your own party


California politics and the future of the state


The importance of storytelling in journalism and life

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Jennifer Van Laar, managing editor of <a href="https://redstate.com/">RedState</a> and a leading investigative journalist known for uncovering major political stories.
Jennifer shares her unconventional journey&mdash;from 20 years as a courtroom stenographer working on murder trials to becoming one of the most impactful investigative voices in conservative media. She explains how her courtroom experience taught her how to build cases, analyze evidence, and ultimately break major political stories.
The conversation dives into the investigation that exposed former Rep. Katie Hill, the year-long reporting effort that scrutinized RNC leadership and spending, and the pressures journalists face when reporting critically on their own political side. Jennifer also discusses the evolving mission of RedState, why intellectual honesty matters in political media, and how conservative outlets balance breaking news with opinion.
Karol and Jennifer also explore the future of California politics, the fallout from the Palisades fire, Governor Gavin Newsom&rsquo;s leadership, and whether the political pendulum could swing back in the Golden State.
Plus, Jennifer reflects on her personal life&mdash;raising three sons as a single mother, finding purpose through storytelling, and why discovering your strengths and &ldquo;staying in your lane&rdquo; may be the key to long-term success.
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The RedState newsroom and conservative media today
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Major investigations that changed political careers
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Reporting on corruption within your own party
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California politics and the future of the state
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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Jennifer Van Laar, managing editor of RedState and a leading investigative journalist known for uncovering major political stories.  Jennifer shares her unconventional journey—from 20 years as a courtroom stenographer working on murder trials to becoming one of the most impactful investigative voices in conservative media. She explains how her courtroom experience taught her how to build cases, analyze evidence, and ultimately break major political stories.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Jennifer Van Laar on Investigative Journalism, RedState, and Challenging the Political Establishment

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Welcome to The Karol Markowicz Show

The Birth of the Babylon Bee

From Enterprise to Internet Marketing

The Pivotal Year of 2020

The Rise of Not the Bee

The Twitter Suspension and Elon Musk's

Family, Pride, and Professional Achievements

The Future of AI and Humanity

Closing Thoughts and Final Advice

Karol Markowicz sits down with Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, censorship, free speech, faith, family, and the future of artificial intelligence.

Dillon shares the unlikely story of how he became involved with The Babylon Bee, taking over the Christian satire site in 2018 and helping transform it into a major cultural force whose audience extends far beyond its original Christian conservative following.

He also takes Karol inside one of the most consequential chapters in the Bee’s history: its suspension from Twitter after refusing to delete a controversial joke. Dillon explains why the company was willing to risk losing access to the platform rather than censor itself—and how the controversy caught the attention of Elon Musk as concerns over online speech and censorship intensified.

Seth also opens up about fatherhood, the importance of speaking out even when there may be personal or professional consequences, and why serving others is one of his guiding principles. Finally, he looks ahead at how rapidly advancing AI and automation could fundamentally reshape the way people work, live and interact over the next five years.

Karol Markowicz sits down with Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, censorship, free speech, faith, family, and the future of artificial intelligence.
Dillon shares the unlikely story of how he became involved with The Babylon Bee, taking over the Christian satire site in 2018 and helping transform it into a major cultural force whose audience extends far beyond its original Christian conservative following.
He also takes Karol inside one of the most consequential chapters in the Bee&rsquo;s history: its suspension from Twitter after refusing to delete a controversial joke. Dillon explains why the company was willing to risk losing access to the platform rather than censor itself&mdash;and how the controversy caught the attention of Elon Musk as concerns over online speech and censorship intensified.
Seth also opens up about fatherhood, the importance of speaking out even when there may be personal or professional consequences, and why serving others is one of his guiding principles. Finally, he looks ahead at how rapidly advancing AI and automation could fundamentally reshape the way people work, live and interact over the next five years.

Karol Markowicz sits down with Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, censorship, free speech, faith, family, and the future of artificial intelligence.

The Karol Markowicz: Seth Dillon on The Babylon Bee, Elon Musk, Free Speech and the Future of AI

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The Karol Markowicz Show: Author Joel Engel on Storytelling, Society, and the Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism

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