Can Republicans Shock the World?
Sep 23, 2026 · 31m
Summary
Newt Gingrich argues that Republicans must adopt a disciplined, positive campaign strategy to counter radical Democrats, while criticizing President Trump for lacking consistent messaging. He advocates for a hardline foreign policy stance against Iran and the Houthis, urging the U.S. to avoid diplomatic deals with mortal enemies. Later, co-host Jessica Tarlov discusses her new book and defends moderate Democrats, pushing back against the narrative that the party is entirely controlled by the DSA. The pair debate the midterm outlook, with Tarlov predicting Republican gains in key states desp…
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Sponsorships: Pure Talk and Sig Sauer P365
Compassion International and Fox News One promos
Gingrich on the difficulty of winning midterms
Critique of Trump's communication and messaging discipline
Discussion on the U.N. speech and Greenland agreement
Foreign policy: Houthi strategy and Iran nuclear threat
Economic achievements and media opposition
Strategic advice: Discipline, repetition, and positive messaging
Reflections on 2014 strategy and Democratic radicalization
Sponsorships: Byrna, Pure Talk, Tax Resolution, Sig Sauer
Jessica Tarlov intro and discussion of her new book
Tarlov on being a moderate Democrat and The Five dynamic
Debate on DSA influence and Abdul El-Sayed's candidacy
Hannity lists economic wins vs. Tarlov's skepticism
Midterm predictions: Key states and financial advantages
Transition to final segment and UN speech preview
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Final sponsorships: Byrna, Fox News, TNA, Fencing
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