The Andrew Parker Podcast

In Episode 481 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker delivers a direct and uncompromising discussion on Iran, failed foreign policy, media influence, and the growing political divide shaping America today.

Andrew examines the long-term consequences of the Obama-era Iran nuclear deal, the dangers posed by the Iranian regime and the IRGC, and why he believes prolonged negotiations with Iran create the dangerous illusion of peace rather than lasting stability. He discusses President Donald Trump’s handling of the current negotiations, the role of military strength in deterrence, and the broader implications for Israel, the United States, and th...

Episode 480 of The Andrew Parker Show takes listeners inside the fascinating and often dangerous world of workplace safety with special guest Marc Axelrod, author of The Flame Bucket: Adventures in Workplace Safety.

Marc Axelrod spent nearly three decades working in high-stakes safety roles at Rockwell International and Boeing during the Cold War era, helping protect employees working around some of the world’s most hazardous technologies — including toxic beryllium used in missile guidance systems and nuclear defense programs. From classified defense projects and aerospace innovation to healthcare safety, public sector politics, and corporate accountability, Marc shares remarkable real...

In Episode 479 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker discusses the political and economic transformation of Minneapolis over the past two decades.

Andrew examines the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the influence of Keith Ellison and Ilhan Omar, the aftermath of the George Floyd riots, policing debates, business decline, and the changing political identity of Minneapolis.

The episode also highlights the upcoming Minnesota Attorney General race and Andrew’s support for challenger Ron Schutz.

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In Episode 478 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker examines the growing power of technology, online influence, and political radicalization in America.

Andrew reflects on lessons from a technology policy course decades ago that predicted many of today’s dangers: social media manipulation, ideological conditioning, online extremism, and the erosion of shared American values. He discusses how technology shapes political narratives, influences younger generations, and fuels division across the country.

The episode also explores the Democratic Party’s changing relationship with Israel, recent Senate votes regarding military aid to Israel, and the broader geopolitical importance of t...

In Episode 477 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker tackles one of today’s most controversial debates: when does calling out extremism become “bigotry” — and when is it simply telling the truth?

Andrew discusses radical Islamism, terrorism, immigration policy, assimilation into American culture, fraud concerns in Minnesota, and the importance of defending Western democratic values. He examines the difference between factual criticism and harmful stereotypes while arguing for accountability, civic responsibility, and preservation of the American constitutional system.

This episode explores difficult but timely questions surrounding national identity, immigration, public policy, and cultural cohesion in modern A...

On Episode 476 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew is joined by renowned constitutional scholar Alan Dershowitz for a candid and wide-ranging discussion at a pivotal moment in American politics.

Dershowitz—who has spent decades as a committed Democrat—explains why he is now publicly aligning with the Republican Party, arguing that the Democratic Party has shifted away from its historical principles. The conversation dives deep into the concept of a “big tent” political party, the role of moral clarity in leadership, and what Dershowitz views as a growing divide over Israel, foreign policy, and fundamental democratic values.

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In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew dives into the evolving identity of America’s political parties through the lens of the “Big Tent” theory—and asks a critical question: when does inclusion go too far?

Andrew explores how both parties have historically expanded their reach, but argues that today’s Democratic Party has crossed a dangerous line by allowing deeply controversial and, in some cases, openly anti-Israel and anti-Semitic viewpoints into its ranks. Using the powerful backdrop of Israel’s national days of remembrance and independence, he draws a stark contrast between the values of unity, sa...

Once a year, The Andrew Parker Show steps away from politics, Israel, and the law to focus on something just as enduring — baseball.

In Episode 474, Andrew welcomes back Clark Griffith, a longtime insider with deep ties to the Minnesota Twins organization and Major League Baseball itself. This annual conversation has become a listener favorite, blending history, strategy, and sharp insight into the modern game.

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Is peace with Iran even possible — or is the West clinging to a dangerous illusion?

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker breaks down the fundamental misunderstanding shaping U.S. foreign policy: the belief that negotiation can resolve every conflict. Drawing on history, ideology, and current geopolitical realities, he argues that Iran’s ruling regime is not operating within traditional diplomatic frameworks — but rather a deeply rooted, long-term ideological mission that rejects true capitulation.

From the failures of past agreements to the strategic patience of the Iranian regime, Parker explores why temporary deals...

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker takes a direct and unfiltered look at one of the most critical geopolitical questions facing the world today: is a real peace deal with Iran possible—or are we simply delaying the next war?

Building on ongoing tensions and recent negotiations, Andrew breaks down why traditional diplomacy may not apply in this case. He examines the history of failed agreements, including the nuclear deal, and argues that the current Iranian regime operates under a fundamentally different framework—one that challenges the very premise of lasting peace. 

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In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker breaks down the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran—and the controversial ceasefire strategy introduced by President Donald J. Trump.

Is Iran a negotiating partner that can be trusted, or a regime driven by ideology that rejects lasting peace? Andrew explores the fundamental differences between past Middle East peace agreements and today’s geopolitical reality, arguing that Iran’s leadership operates under a radically different framework—one that challenges traditional diplomacy.

From the role of radical Islamist ideology to the long-term implications of a pre...

Artificial Intelligence is no longer on the horizon—it is here, accelerating faster than most people realize.

In Episode 470 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew sits down with Silicon Valley technologist and AI investor Dan Garon for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on what may be the most significant technological shift in modern history.

From the rise of AI “agents” to autonomous vehicles, legal disruption, healthcare transformation, and national security implications, this episode explores both the promise and the risk of a rapidly evolving AI-driven world. 

Is AI creating unprecedented abundance—or concentrating power in the ha...

Episode 469 of The Andrew Parker Show dives into one of the most consequential and controversial geopolitical and cultural debates of our time: the future of the U.S.–Israel relationship and the rising political divide surrounding it.

Andrew Parker is joined by former AIPAC Midwest leader Zander Abrams for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation that spans global conflict, American politics, and cultural shifts happening in real time.

Together, they examine Iran’s nuclear ambitions, the long-term failures of past diplomatic strategies, and the evolving role of AIPAC in an increasingly polarized political environment. The discussion goes...

In this powerful and unapologetic episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew tackles one of the most consequential geopolitical questions of our time: Where do you stand?

As tensions escalate with Iran, Andrew breaks down the broader implications of the conflict—not just for the United States and Israel, but for global stability, energy markets, and the future of freedom itself. He explores the decades-long impact of the Iranian regime, the stakes of inaction, and why this moment represents a turning point in the fight between liberty and tyranny.

From the role of Western leadership an...

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker tackles one of the most urgent and polarizing issues of our time: the global fight against the Iranian regime and what it truly means for war, peace, and the future of the Middle East.

Is this another endless conflict—or a decisive moment that could reshape the world order?

Andrew challenges the prevailing media narrative and lays out a direct argument: this is not a war driven by aggression, but a necessary confrontation with decades of oppression, terrorism, and instability fueled by Iran and its pr...

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew takes a direct and unfiltered look at the rapidly evolving conflict in the Middle East—and what may be a pivotal moment in global history.

With the Iranian regime facing unprecedented pressure, Andrew explores whether this could mark a turning point toward broader peace—not just in the region, but around the world. He examines the long-standing role of Iran as a state sponsor of terrorism, the global implications of its weakening influence, and why this moment matters far beyond Israel.

At the same time, Andrew brea...

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew examines the escalating war with Iran and the decision by the United States and Israel to launch a preemptive strike against what he describes as the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism.

Andrew walks through both the strategic and moral arguments surrounding the conflict, addressing the fierce debate unfolding across the United States and the international community. He argues that the confrontation with Iran did not begin with this military action but has been developing for decades through proxy warfare, regional destabilization, and attacks against Western interests.

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker examines the escalating conflict with Iran and the preemptive military action taken by the United States and Israel to stop the Iranian regime’s decades-long pursuit of nuclear weapons and regional dominance.

For more than 30 years, Iran has advanced its nuclear ambitions while building a powerful ballistic missile program and funding proxy forces across the Middle East. Successive U.S. administrations warned of the threat but ultimately failed to halt Iran’s march toward nuclear capability.

Andrew breaks down why the current conflict is f...

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker returns from Israel just hours before Israeli airspace closed as military operations began against Iran’s regime.

Drawing from his firsthand experience in Israel and decades of geopolitical history, Andrew examines the escalating confrontation between Israel and Iran, the long shadow of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, and the role the United States has played over the past four decades.

Andrew argues that the destabilizing force in the Middle East has long been the Iranian regime and explores why decisive action may reshape the region. He...

Recorded on location in Jerusalem, this episode of The Andrew Parker Show features an in-depth, wide-ranging conversation with Alex Traiman, CEO of Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), one of the world’s leading sources for fact-based reporting on Israel and the Middle East.

Andrew Parker joins Alex following ten days on the ground in Israel, including visits to the Gaza Envelope, Israeli military bases near the Egyptian and Lebanese borders, and frontline communities facing ongoing threats from Hamas and Hezbollah. Together, they examine how modern warfare is no longer fought solely on the battlefield, but in the global in...

Broadcasting live from Jerusalem, Andrew Parker delivers a firsthand account of Israel that the nightly news does not show. In this powerful episode, Andrew explains why Israel is secure, diverse, and grounded in shared values that form the foundation of Western civilization.

He addresses and dismantles the most persistent myths surrounding Israel, including false claims of apartheid, genocide, and colonization, while outlining the historical record, democratic institutions, and civil rights realities on the ground. Andrew also traces the long-standing rejection of peace by Palestinian leadership, the corruption that has harmed Palestinian civilians, and the broader regional consequences.<...

In this special episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker speaks directly from Tel Aviv, Israel, offering firsthand perspective rarely seen in nightly news coverage.

From one of the world’s most vibrant and highly rated cities, Andrew addresses the reality on the ground: a diverse, resilient society where Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities live side by side, united by shared values of peace, innovation, and responsibility to one another.

He confronts the hard truths surrounding terrorism, moral clarity, and the global fight against those who seek destruction rather than coexistence. This episode is a...

Have we reached a point of no return when it comes to moral clarity in the West?

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker confronts the growing unwillingness of Western leaders and institutions to call radical Islamic violence what it is. Using recent events in Australia as a case study—including the massacre of Jews at Bondi Beach and the riots that followed Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit—Andrew examines how fear of accusations, political correctness, and moral equivocation are empowering extremists while endangering innocent lives.

The conversation expands to the broade...

In this off-the-board episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker steps away from politics, Israel, and the law to tackle a different passion: the National Basketball Association.

Drawing from firsthand experience growing up with the NBA of the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, Andrew breaks down how decades of rule changes transformed a physical, hard-nosed game into today’s run-and-gun, high-scoring spectacle. From hand-checking bans and flagrant fouls to the rise of the three-point shot and the erosion of defense, this episode examines how good intentions may have produced an inferior product.

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In Episode 457 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker examines how antisemitism erupted globally immediately after the October 7, 2023 atrocities—and why much of it was excused, normalized, and protected by America’s so-called institutions of higher learning.

Andrew analyzes a little-covered but deeply consequential June 24, 2024 decision by the Judicial Council of the Fifth Circuit, which dismissed complaints against federal judges who publicly condemned antisemitic riots and campus lawlessness and refused to hire law clerks from universities that failed to act. The ruling draws a clear legal distinction between protected speech and unlawful, violent conduct—and exposes the double...

In Episode 456 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker delivers a wide-ranging and unfiltered analysis of two deeply troubling issues shaping American society: the politicization of education and the selective outrage surrounding death and public tragedy.

Andrew examines how identity politics, ideological activism, and political agendas have moved from public discourse into K-12 classrooms and higher education, influencing how young Americans view truth, history, biology, and their own country. He questions what kind of citizens we are producing—and what the long-term consequences may be for civil society, national unity, and democratic institutions.

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In Episode 455 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker is joined by his special guest Alyza Lewin, Director of U.S. Affairs for the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), to unpack the rapid rise of Jew hatred and what is driving it in America and beyond.

Alyza explains why antisemitism did not begin on October 7, 2023, but why that date accelerated what was already spreading on campus and into public life. She describes how Jewish students have been targeted and excluded through the “Zionist” label, why “anti-normalization” is used to shut down dialogue, and how a danger...

In Episode 454 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker delivers a forceful and wide-ranging analysis of the growing breakdown of the rule of law—both at home and abroad.

Andrew begins in Minneapolis, once a model of good government, now gripped by recurring unrest, political radicalization, and open resistance to federal law enforcement. He examines how state and local officials are encouraging obstruction and interference with immigration enforcement, the consequences of an unenforced border under the Biden administration, and why disagreement with policy never justifies ignoring or undermining the law itself.

Drawing on historical parallels—from...

In this episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker examines the growing national divide over immigration enforcement, federal authority, and the rule of law—and why America now finds itself pushed to the brink.

Broadcasting from Minneapolis, Andrew addresses the tragic death of Renee Good and places it within the broader conflict surrounding ICE operations, immigration policy, and escalating political rhetoric. He explores the fundamental clash between globalist ideology and democratically enacted federal law and explains why disagreement with policy does not justify refusal to enforce it.

This episode confronts the role of elected of...

In Part II of his hard-hitting analysis, Andrew Parker continues his examination of how Minnesota has gone from a model of good governance to the epicenter of national outrage and unrest.

This episode centers on the fatal shooting of a woman during a federal immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota and the political fallout that followed. Andrew breaks down the legal realities surrounding federal law enforcement authority, the dangers of state and local officials interfering with federal law, and how inflammatory rhetoric from progressive leadership has contributed to an increasingly volatile and lawless environment.

Andrew challenges...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew speaks from the heart—and from the epicenter of what he describes as a profound collapse of law, order, and good governance.

Broadcast from downtown Minneapolis, Andrew examines how progressive political leadership has transformed what was once one of America’s most well-run cities into ground zero for anarchy, insecurity, and civic breakdown. He connects local unrest, opposition to law enforcement, and defiance of federal immigration laws to a broader national pattern—one that he argues puts public safety, national security, and democratic norms at ris...

Renowned British journalist and author Melanie Phillips joins Andrew Parker for a wide-ranging, fearless conversation about the West’s crisis of truth, the rise of ideological coercion, and why Judeo-Christian foundations still matter in a secular age.

They begin with Phillips’ experience being “canceled before cancel culture,” her break with legacy media orthodoxy, and why the loss of confidence in objective truth has left institutions unable to distinguish reality from propaganda. From the David Irving vs. Deborah Lipstadt trial to today’s revisionism on Israel and antisemitism, Phillips argues we are living through a full-sca...

In this timely and wide-ranging conversation, Andrew Parker is joined by former Congressman and presidential candidate Dean Phillips to examine the moral, political, and institutional challenges facing the United States as 2026 begins.

Andrew and Dean begin with the global rise of antisemitism and its role as a warning sign of moral decay throughout history. They discuss how antisemitism, extremism, and ideological intolerance have re-entered public discourse—and why leaders across the political spectrum have failed to confront it with clarity and resolve.

The conversation expands to immigration, radical ideologies, isolationism, and America’s responsibility to defe...

In the final episode of 2025, Andrew Parker delivers a comprehensive year-in-review, examining the ten defining events that reshaped America, the West, and the global order.

From Donald Trump’s historic return to the presidency and the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, to the rise of artificial intelligence, escalating conflict in the Middle East, the bombing of Iran, and the accelerating normalization of antisemitism, this episode explores the political, moral, and cultural forces that altered the course of the year.

Andrew unpacks the resurgence of Islamist extremism, the war against Israel, the West’s retr...

Tucker Carlson argues that Israel is a liability to the United States. He’s wrong.

 In Episode 447 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker explains—point by point—why Israel is not only a critical ally, but America’s strongest and most reliable partner on the world stage. From national security and intelligence sharing to battlefield-tested military innovation, economic return on investment, and shared democratic values, this episode dismantles the claim that the U.S.–Israel relationship is one-sided or harmful.

Andrew explores how Israel strengthens American security without requiring U.S. troops...

In Episode 446 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker asks a fundamental question: Does the rule of law still matter?

This episode examines a public letter issued by faculty affiliated with the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs criticizing immigration enforcement—and what that letter reveals about the mindset of modern public policy elites. Drawing on his personal experience as a graduate of both the Humphrey School and the Mondale School of Law, Parker explores what the letter says, what it omits, and why selective outrage erodes public trust, safety, and democratic acco...

In this urgent and uncompromising episode, Andrew Parker confronts the growing reality many Western governments refuse to name: we are in a war for our values, our civilization, and the survival of the Jewish people.

From the October 7 attacks to the global spread of the call to “globalize the Intifada,” Parker examines the rise of radical Islamist terror, the moral relativism that excuses it, and the political leaders who enable it through feckless governance and open-border policies. He explains why these attacks make the case for Zionism unmistakably clear, why freedom of speech does not extend to inci...

In this powerful and uncompromising episode of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker speaks during the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah—a time that commemorates miracles, resilience, and the triumph of freedom over tyranny. Against that backdrop, he confronts the accelerating rise of antisemitism, radical Islamic terrorism, and the dangerous moral confusion spreading across Western institutions.

 Andrew argues that the world is no longer engaged in a series of isolated conflicts, but in a full-scale war of values—one that pits freedom, democracy, and Judeo-Christian principles against ideologies that glorify death, destruction, and the eradication of Israel and the J...

Recorded on the first day of Hanukkah, Episode 443 of The Andrew Parker Show confronts a hard and urgent truth: enabling evil—through silence, excuse-making, or moral relativism—is itself an act of evil.

Andrew Parker examines the resurgence of anti-Semitism around the world, from October 7 to violent attacks on Jews celebrating Hanukkah in Australia and places these events within the broader historical context of Jewish persecution, terrorism, and ideological warfare. He challenges the narratives that disguise Jewish hatred as political critique, argues that anti-Zionism is inseparable from anti-Semitism, and warns that Western civilization is engaged in a war...

In Episode 442 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew examines one of the most fundamental pillars of a functioning society: safety and security. Without them, the ideals of freedom, liberty, and democracy cannot survive.

Andrew takes a deep look at the national debate on sovereign borders, lawful immigration, assimilation, and the erosion of democratic norms when laws are ignored. He also explores the real-world consequences of globalism, corruption, and ideological extremism that threaten America’s stability.

The episode then shifts to breaking developments in the Middle East—from Hamas rejecting the terms of the ceasefire plan to I...