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.

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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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 Susan Crabtree, National Political Correspondent for RealClearPolitics and author of Fool’s Gold, to break down the growing concerns surrounding California’s political future.

Crabtree explains why she’s pessimistic about the direction of the state, pointing to a lack of accountability, one-party dominance, and the collapse of local media institutions. The conversation dives into controversial practices like “behest payments,” the role of investigative journalism, and how corruption stories are increasingly being uncovered through both traditional reporting and citizen journalism.

They also discuss:
The potential political future of California post-Gavin Newsom
Media bias, access journalism, and the decline of watchdog reporting
How social media platforms like X are reshaping journalism
The cultural and economic challenges facing middle-class Californians
The impact of AI and information overload on the next generation

Plus, Crabtree shares her personal journey from Washington, D.C. to California, her passion for investigative journalism, and practical advice on staying grounded in a fast-moving, high-pressure world.

On this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Susan Crabtree, National Political Correspondent for RealClearPolitics and author of&nbsp;Fool&rsquo;s Gold, to break down the growing concerns surrounding California&rsquo;s political future.
Crabtree explains why she&rsquo;s pessimistic about the direction of the state, pointing to a lack of accountability, one-party dominance, and the collapse of local media institutions. The conversation dives into controversial practices like &ldquo;behest payments,&rdquo; the role of investigative journalism, and how corruption stories are increasingly being uncovered through both traditional reporting and citizen journalism.
They also discuss:
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Plus, Crabtree shares her personal journey from Washington, D.C. to California, her passion for investigative journalism, and practical advice on staying grounded in a fast-moving, high-pressure world.

On this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Susan Crabtree, National Political Correspondent for RealClearPolitics and author of Fool’s Gold, to break down the growing concerns surrounding California’s political future.

The Karol Markowicz Show: California Corruption, Media Decline & the Fight for Accountability with Susan Crabtree

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Washington Examiner and Magnolia Tribune opinion writer Kimberly Ross for a candid conversation about modern womanhood, media, and the pressures shaping today’s cultural landscape.

Kimberly shares her journey into political writing—from blogging on Medium to becoming a nationally recognized voice—and dives into the issues she covers most: family, women’s roles, and life issues from a conservative perspective.

The conversation tackles the growing divide between the “girl boss” and “tradwife” narratives, and why most women don’t actually fit into either box. Karol and Kimberly also explore the impact of online culture on relationships, rising loneliness in younger generations, and the challenges of building real-world connections in a digital-first society.

Plus, Kimberly opens up about her personal experience with infertility, motherhood later in life, and why not caring what others think might be the ultimate superpower.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Washington Examiner and Magnolia Tribune opinion writer Kimberly Ross for a candid conversation about modern womanhood, media, and the pressures shaping today&rsquo;s cultural landscape.
Kimberly shares her journey into political writing&mdash;from blogging on Medium to becoming a nationally recognized voice&mdash;and dives into the issues she covers most: family, women&rsquo;s roles, and life issues from a conservative perspective.
The conversation tackles the growing divide between the &ldquo;girl boss&rdquo; and &ldquo;tradwife&rdquo; narratives, and why most women don&rsquo;t actually fit into either box. Karol and Kimberly also explore the impact of online culture on relationships, rising loneliness in younger generations, and the challenges of building real-world connections in a digital-first society.
Plus, Kimberly opens up about her personal experience with infertility, motherhood later in life, and why not caring what others think might be the ultimate superpower.

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Washington Examiner and Magnolia Tribune opinion writer Kimberly Ross for a candid conversation about modern womanhood, media, and the pressures shaping today’s cultural landscape.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Kimberly Ross on Women, Work, Motherhood & the “Tradwife” Debate

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host Chris Stigall to explore the evolution of media, the impact of COVID on culture, and the role of faith in overcoming life’s biggest challenges.

Chris shares his journey from aspiring radio DJ to nationally syndicated host, including the pivotal moments that shaped his career and worldview. He opens up about his battle with alcohol, his path to sobriety, and how faith transformed his life. The conversation dives into how 9/11 and COVID reshaped political and personal identities, and why today’s rapidly changing media landscape is forcing creators to adapt—or get left behind.

They also tackle the rise of AI, the decline of traditional radio, and why the future may actually bring a renewed demand for authentic, human connection.

In this episode of&nbsp;The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host Chris Stigall to explore the evolution of media, the impact of COVID on culture, and the role of faith in overcoming life&rsquo;s biggest challenges.
Chris shares his journey from aspiring radio DJ to nationally syndicated host, including the pivotal moments that shaped his career and worldview. He opens up about his battle with alcohol, his path to sobriety, and how faith transformed his life. The conversation dives into how 9/11 and COVID reshaped political and personal identities, and why today&rsquo;s rapidly changing media landscape is forcing creators to adapt&mdash;or get left behind.
They also tackle the rise of AI, the decline of traditional radio, and why the future may actually bring a renewed demand for authentic, human connection.

In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host Chris Stigall to explore the evolution of media, the impact of COVID on culture, and the role of faith in overcoming life’s biggest challenges.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Chris Stigall on Faith, Media’s Future & Life After COVID

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

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