Mike Gallagher Podcast

Podcaster Megyn Kelly thinks the Trump Administration ought to give Iran a deal to end the war.  Mike and Mark disagree.

Mike takes on the growing divide over Iran, pushing back against calls to cut a deal and warning what’s at stake if the threat isn’t confronted head-on, while calling out influential conservative voices breaking with President Trump and gaining traction with that message. A blunt question drives the conversation: would you trade lower gas prices for a nuclear-armed Iran? As reactions pour in, Mike highlights how split the audience and the country have become on foreign policy and America’s role in the world, while also arguing Democrats are failing to offer a real alternative despite voter frustration. Then a stunning courtroom moment shifts the focus, as a judge apologizes to an alleged would-be assassin of top U.S. leaders, leaving Mike questioning how the system got here and what it says about the direction of the country.

the guys discuss a bizarre claim by Jonathan Karl about a phone call from President Trump after the White House Correspondence dinner. 

In this episode of M and M Extra, Mark Davis and Mike Gallagher dive into the world of Tucker Carlson, discussing his recent interview with the New York Times and the controversy surrounding his views on Israel. The conversation touches on the importance of intellectual honesty and the need to reserve space for those who may not be supportive of Israel but don't harbor anti-Semitic views.

What does it say about a country when people openly celebrate someone else’s suffering? Mike digs into the backlash surrounding Rudy Giuliani’s health scare and the disturbing reactions online, using it to question how far basic empathy has eroded in today’s culture. As social media fuels outrage and dehumanization, he pushes back on the instinct to mock or dismiss those we disagree with—warning that it only deepens the divide. From political tribalism to the growing influence of alternative voices on younger audiences, the conversation highlights a nation drifting further apart. The bigger question lingers: is there still a way back to common ground, or are we watching civility slip away for good?

The New York Times interviewed Tucker Carlson over the weekend.  Lots of people are talking about it, including Mike and Mark.

A wild week in politics puts conservatives on offense as Mike breaks down major redistricting wins and a shifting balance of power. While Democrats ramp up the rhetoric with threats of “maximum warfare,” leaders like Ron DeSantis make it clear they’re not backing down. Mike also dives into media narratives, strong economic signals, and the growing divide over America’s role abroad. A fiery CNN clash highlights just how heated things have become. As the dust settles, the big question remains: how far is too far, and who’s actually winning this fight?

This is the Mike Gallagher Show Week in Review Podcast for Friday, May 1st, 2026.This week, the Supreme Court hands Republicans a huge win, while Senator Lindsey Graham trips over himself. Plus, we focus on the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner.

Redistricting chaos flips fast as court rulings and state maps spark a potential power shift in Congress, with big gains suddenly on the table. A controversial move tied to James Comey ignites debate over accountability, motive, and where the line gets crossed. Reactions spiral—from lawmakers melting down on the floor to everyday professionals risking everything with reckless posts. The bigger question keeps coming back: what drives people to torch their own careers just to make a political statement? Frustration, outrage, and disbelief collide as the conversation turns to whether this is strategy, emotion, or something deeper.

M&M celebrate a big win, thanks to the US Supreme Court.

A new poll sparks outrage as nearly half of Democrats buy into a wild conspiracy about the Trump assassination attempt, raising serious questions about how far political thinking has drifted. Mike digs into the numbers and what they reveal about a growing disconnect from reality on the left. From viral social media takes to on-air reactions, the conversation turns to whether this mindset is driven by ignorance, ideology, or something darker. He also highlights how extreme narratives are bleeding into mainstream discourse—and what that means heading into the next election cycle. It’s a sharp look at how partisan thinking can warp perception and fuel division.

M&M toss around their opinions of the new Michael Jackson biopic.

Jimmy Kimmel’s comments spark major backlash following an assassination attempt, as Mike examines how political rhetoric and media reactions are fueling a deeper breakdown in civil discourse. The conversation highlights growing anger over what many see as escalating hostility from public figures and commentators. Mike also explores how recent events are being interpreted through an increasingly polarized lens, where accountability and restraint feel harder to find. Listener reaction underscores frustration with the current media climate and its influence on public perception. The segment ultimately focuses on how far political conversation has drifted from basic standards of respect and responsibility.

JImmy Kimmel did not apologize for a tasteless joke about the President and the First Lady, and M&M ask why.

After a third assassination attempt shocks the country, the conversation turns to how it happened—and how it didn’t end even worse. Questions swirl around major security breakdowns, the decision not to neutralize the attacker, and what it says about preparedness at the highest level. At the same time, reactions from media figures, political groups, and public voices ignite a deeper debate about rhetoric, responsibility, and where the line gets crossed. The phones light up as listeners wrestle with the moment and what it reveals about the current climate.

Mike and Mark unpack the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents Dinner over the weekend.

Joey Hudson fills in as global tension and domestic clashes collide—Benjamin Netanyahu reveals a past cancer diagnosis while uncertainty swirls around Iran’s leadership and a fragile ceasefire holds. The U.S. reinforces its presence, including the USS George H. W. Bush, betting instability inside Iran could shift the outcome. Back home, a Colorado case against a federal officer after a protest turns physical raises questions about politics vs. enforcement. Add in a Special Forces betting scandal tied to Nicolás Maduro and headlines from courts to Congress, and the throughline is clear—pressure is building on every front.

This is the Mike Gallagher Show Week in Review Podcast for Friday, April 24th, 2026. This week, one Democrat acts like a Republican, while another acts like a traitor.  Plus, the President promises to jump into the lion’s den.  And, we get some common sense on Iran, courtesy of columnist and podcaster Victor Davis Hanson.

That and more coming up on the Week in Review.

Momentum swings hard in one direction—ICE funding finally pushed through, Gavin Newsom blocked in court, and even a controversial marijuana reclassification framed as a calculated midterm play. Meanwhile, Hakeem Jeffries cranks up “maximum warfare,” daring Republicans into an all-out redistricting fight that’s only getting uglier. Then the story that blows everything else out of the water: allegations that the Southern Poverty Law Center funneled money to extremist figures—fueling outrage and reopening questions about its attacks on conservatives like Charlie Kirk. Wins, warnings, and a scandal that could have serious fallout—all colliding at once.

The voters may have narrowly approved big changes in Virginia's voting map, but the state circuit court has already put a stop to it.