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;
<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Cis-White-Gay/Ben-Appel/9781637586280">Purchase Ben's NEW Book HERE</a>

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 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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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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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol is joined by Stafford Palmieri-Sievert, Secretary of the Utah Republican Party, for a wide-ranging conversation about politics, values, and leadership in a changing America.

Stafford shares her personal journey from New York to Utah, how early life experiences shaped her worldview, and what led her to become deeply involved in conservative politics. She reflects on her time working with former Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, offering insight into leadership, public service, and the challenges of governing with principle.

The discussion explores the importance of education policy, the evolving role of technology in human relationships, and why integrity, communication, and simply “showing up” for others matter more than ever. Stafford also offers thoughtful life advice rooted in personal responsibility and character—making this episode both practical and inspiring.

In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol is joined by Stafford Palmieri-Sievert, Secretary of the Utah Republican Party, for a wide-ranging conversation about politics, values, and leadership in a changing America.
Stafford shares her personal journey from New York to Utah, how early life experiences shaped her worldview, and what led her to become deeply involved in conservative politics. She reflects on her time working with former Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, offering insight into leadership, public service, and the challenges of governing with principle.
The discussion explores the importance of education policy, the evolving role of technology in human relationships, and why integrity, communication, and simply &ldquo;showing up&rdquo; for others matter more than ever. Stafford also offers thoughtful life advice rooted in personal responsibility and character&mdash;making this episode both practical and inspiring.

In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol is joined by Stafford Palmieri-Sievert, Secretary of the Utah Republican Party, for a wide-ranging conversation about politics, values, and leadership in a changing America.

The Karol Markowicz Show: From New York to Utah: Stafford Palmieri-Sievert on Politics, Education, and Living with Integrity

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol Markowicz sits down with Will Chamberlain, senior counsel at the Article 3 Project. Chamberlain shares his path into conservative legal advocacy and explains why building a strong social media presence has become essential in modern politics and law.

The conversation explores the inner workings of the conservative legal movement, the mission and impact of the Article 3 Project, and Chamberlain’s personal milestones along the way. They also look ahead to the future — from political trends to the surprising rise of self-driving cars — before wrapping up with practical life advice listeners can actually use.

In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show,&nbsp;Karol Markowicz sits down with Will Chamberlain, senior counsel at the Article 3 Project. Chamberlain shares his path into conservative legal advocacy and explains why building a strong social media presence has become essential in modern politics and law.
The conversation explores the inner workings of the conservative legal movement, the mission and impact of the Article 3 Project, and Chamberlain&rsquo;s personal milestones along the way. They also look ahead to the future &mdash; from political trends to the surprising rise of self-driving cars &mdash; before wrapping up with practical life advice listeners can actually use.

In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol Markowicz sits down with Will Chamberlain, senior counsel at the Article 3 Project. Chamberlain shares his path into conservative legal advocacy and explains why building a strong social media presence has become essential in modern politics and law.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Will Chamberlain on the Conservative Legal Movement, Social Media Power & What’s Next

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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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