In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Ben Appel, author of Cis White Gay, The Making of a Gender Heretic, for a candid conversation about ideology, identity, and the cost of dissent.

Ben Appel shares his personal journey from LGBTQ activism to becoming a prominent critic of modern gender politics. He explains how his views evolved, what led him to question prevailing orthodoxies within his own community, and the backlash he faced for speaking openly. The discussion explores the rise of identity politics, debates surrounding trans rights, and the growing pressure to conform within cultural and political movements.

Karol and Ben also examine the broader implications for free speech, political polarization, and the future of public discourse in America. 

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show,&nbsp;Karol&nbsp;sits down with Ben Appel, author of Cis White Gay, The Making of a Gender Heretic, for a candid conversation about ideology, identity, and the cost of dissent.
Ben Appel shares his personal journey from LGBTQ activism to becoming a prominent critic of modern gender politics. He explains how his views evolved, what led him to question prevailing orthodoxies within his own community, and the backlash he faced for speaking openly. The discussion explores the rise of identity politics, debates surrounding trans rights, and the growing pressure to conform within cultural and political movements.
Karol and Ben also examine the broader implications for free speech, political polarization, and the future of public discourse in America.&nbsp;
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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 of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Ben Appel, author of Cis White Gay, The Making of a Gender Heretic, for a candid conversation about ideology, identity, and the cost of dissent.

The Karol Markowicz Show: From LGBTQ Activism to Gender Heretic: Ben Appel on Identity Politics & Free Speech

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol Markowicz sits down with journalist and lifelong Brooklynite Harry Siegel for a wide-ranging conversation about media, politics, and generational influence. The discussion opens with their shared New York roots and accents before diving into Harry’s upbringing and the lasting impact of his father, Fred Siegel, a prominent figure in New York’s political and academic world.

Harry reflects on his early skepticism about following a career in journalism, how his father’s perspective shaped his worldview, and what ultimately drew him into the profession. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time at The New York Sun and offers candid insights into the challenges facing journalism in a rapidly changing media environment.

The conversation also explores the importance of staying engaged with the real world amid technological disruption, along with thoughtful reflections on parenting, generational knowledge, and preparing the next generation for uncertainty.

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol Markowicz sits down with journalist and lifelong Brooklynite Harry Siegel for a wide-ranging conversation about media, politics, and generational influence. The discussion opens with their shared New York roots and accents before diving into Harry&rsquo;s upbringing and the lasting impact of his father, Fred Siegel, a prominent figure in New York&rsquo;s political and academic world.
Harry reflects on his early skepticism about following a career in journalism, how his father&rsquo;s perspective shaped his worldview, and what ultimately drew him into the profession. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time at The New York Sun and offers candid insights into the challenges facing journalism in a rapidly changing media environment.
The conversation also explores the importance of staying engaged with the real world amid technological disruption, along with thoughtful reflections on parenting, generational knowledge, and preparing the next generation for uncertainty.
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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol Markowicz sits down with journalist and lifelong Brooklynite Harry Siegel for a wide-ranging conversation about media, politics, and generational influence.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Harry Siegel on Journalism, New York Media & Lessons From His Father

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In this episode, Karol Markowicz sits down with writer and podcaster Christian Schneider for a wide-ranging conversation about culture, parenting, and the future of American identity. Schneider shares how he went from political and cultural writing to launching a podcast devoted to Saturday Night Live, and why SNL remains one of the most revealing mirrors of generational change in America.

The discussion explores how each generation is shaped by the music, comedy, and media it grows up with — and what today’s cultural landscape says about where the country is headed. Karol and Christian also dive into the challenges and joys of raising kids in a hyper-digital world, the role of technology in shaping young minds, and why discovering new music and comedy still matters more than ever.

From the cultural legacy of SNL to the meaning of generational identity and parenting in a fast-changing world, this episode offers a thoughtful and entertaining look at how pop culture connects to who we are — and who we’re becoming.

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In this episode, Karol Markowicz sits down with writer and podcaster Christian Schneider for a wide-ranging conversation about culture, parenting, and the future of American identity. Schneider shares how he went from political and cultural writing to launching a podcast devoted to Saturday Night Live, and why SNL remains one of the most revealing mirrors of generational change in America.
The discussion explores how each generation is shaped by the music, comedy, and media it grows up with &mdash; and what today&rsquo;s cultural landscape says about where the country is headed. Karol and Christian also dive into the challenges and joys of raising kids in a hyper-digital world, the role of technology in shaping young minds, and why discovering new music and comedy still matters more than ever.
From the cultural legacy of SNL to the meaning of generational identity and parenting in a fast-changing world, this episode offers a thoughtful and entertaining look at how pop culture connects to who we are &mdash; and who we&rsquo;re becoming.
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In this episode, Karol Markowicz sits down with writer and podcaster Christian Schneider for a wide-ranging conversation about culture, parenting, and the future of American identity.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Christian Schneider on SNL, Parenting, Generational Identity & America’s Cultural Future

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Joel Berry, managing editor of The Babylon Bee and bestselling author, to discuss his unexpected journey from corporate sales to leading conservative satire. Berry shares how humor became a powerful tool to challenge wokeness and cultural absurdity, and why satire still matters in today’s polarized media landscape.

The conversation explores Berry’s books, the challenges and rewards of raising a large family with traditional values, and the role of faith, discipline, and perseverance in both personal life and cultural engagement. They also dive into the current political climate, the risks and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence, and why integrity, family, and timeless conservative principles remain essential in a rapidly changing world.

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Joel Berry, managing editor of The Babylon Bee and bestselling author, to discuss his unexpected journey from corporate sales to leading conservative satire. Berry shares how humor became a powerful tool to challenge wokeness and cultural absurdity, and why satire still matters in today&rsquo;s polarized media landscape.
The conversation explores Berry&rsquo;s books, the challenges and rewards of raising a large family with traditional values, and the role of faith, discipline, and perseverance in both personal life and cultural engagement. They also dive into the current political climate, the risks and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence, and why integrity, family, and timeless conservative principles remain essential in a rapidly changing world.
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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Joel Berry, managing editor of The Babylon Bee and bestselling author, to discuss his unexpected journey from corporate sales to leading conservative satire.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Joel Berry on Satire, Faith, Family, and Fighting Wokeness

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The Karol Markowicz Show: From LGBTQ Activism to Gender Heretic: Ben Appel on Identity Politics & Free Speech

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