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Is artificial intelligence coming for your job, or could it make Americans more prosperous than ever? Venture capitalist David Blumberg joins this new episode of Real Talk to explain why he's so optimistic about the AI revolution, the expansion of data centers, and America's economic future. From AI agents transforming the workplace to breakthroughs in healthcare, David argues that technological innovation will create new opportunities, even as traditional jobs change. He discusses America's technological race with China and addresses concerns about data centers, including their energy consumption, water usage, environmental impact, and effects on local communities. David and Marissa...

Are America and Israel fighting parallel battles to preserve their existential and moral foundations? Israeli writer and commentator Liel Leibovitz joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss the political and spiritual divisions shaping both nations. From Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel's controversial judicial reforms to the aftermath of October 7 and the future of Zionism, Leibovitz explains why Israel is confronting a fundamental question about its identity: Should it be a secular state for Jews or a Jewish state rooted in biblical principles? He also explores how the Hebrew Bible influenced America's Founding Fathers, why both nations must renew their commitment...

Should Christians stay out of politics, or does faith demand civic responsibility? Pastor Rob McCoy, former mayor of Thousand Oaks, California, and co-founder of TPUSA Faith, joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss the erosion of Judeo-Christian values and what it will take to preserve Western civilization. From his friendship with Charlie Kirk and the Ten Commandments' influence on America's founding principles to political apathy, religious freedom in South Korea, and the rise of antisemitism, McCoy explains why he believes the church must reclaim its role as society's moral conscience. With the midterms approaching, are Christians doing enough to...

California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss the challenges facing the Golden State. From California’s high cost of living, taxes, and business regulations to homelessness, government spending, and the influence of special interests, Hilton explains why he believes state policies have contributed to California’s problems. He also reflects on his family’s escape from communism, his love for California, and the role of leadership and personal responsibility in public service.

00:00 - Introduction and California’s Political Leadership

01:08 - California’s Economy, Taxes, and Cost of Li...

Author and filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza joins this new episode of Real Talk to explore the biggest archaeological discoveries that he argues are increasingly corroborating the people, places, and historical details described in the Bible. From evidence associated with the high priest Caiaphas to the Pool of Siloam and the Tel Dan Stele's reference to the “House of David,” Dinesh explains why he believes the cumulative archaeological record presents a growing challenge to skeptics of the Bible's historicity. He also reflects on what he sees as the deeper significance of so many biblical discoveries emerging now, why the Bible remains foun...

Dr. Peter McCullough joins this new episode of Real Talk for or a wide-ranging conversation about vaccines, autism, COVID-19, medical trust, and how parents can seek additional perspectives before making major health decisions for their children. McCullough explains why the COVID-19 vaccine campaign changed the way he viewed vaccine policy, why he believes parents should ask harder questions about the childhood vaccine schedule, and why he argues that vaccine safety concerns have too often been dismissed. He also discusses MMR, Hepatitis B, measles, myocarditis, spike protein, Tylenol during pregnancy, and the growing divide between public health authorities and parents...

Peptides, supplements, GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, NAD, IV drips, and “longevity stacks” are everywhere. But how much do people really know about what they are putting into their bodies? Dr. Jared Ament and Dr. Jon Kanevsky join this new episode of Real Talk to explain the potential benefits of peptides, why so many Americans are experimenting with them, and why the gray-market peptide industry can be risky. They break down FDA approval, third-party testing, China-based sourcing, growth hormone peptides, Ozempic, retatrutide, creatine, NAD, and the role of AI in helping patients research their own health. We also discuss why good medi...

Urban warfare expert John Spencer joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to explain how the wars reshaping the Middle East are creating new opportunities for rising powers like Turkey. Spencer breaks down Turkey’s growing ambitions, Israel’s security concerns, the collapse of Assad’s regime in Syria, and why Syria has become a central battleground for regional power competition. He also explains what modern urban warfare reveals about the conflicts in Ukraine, Nagorno-Karabakh, and Gaza, and why Americans should pay attention to conflicts that may seem far away. 00:00 John Spencer on Urban Warfare00:31 John’s 25 Years in the U.S...

Aaron Prager joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to discuss the crisis facing young men, the rise of figures like Andrew and Tristan Tate, and why fake masculinity often disguises victimhood as personal responsibility. Drawing from his own journey through addiction and recovery, Aaron explains why real growth requires accountability, struggle, faith, ambition, and the refusal to blame others for your problems. We also discuss why young men are drawn to online communities that offer shortcuts and what parents can do to raise sons who are strong, responsible, and hopeful. 00:00 Aaron Prager on Recovery and Responsibility 04:12 Responsibility vs...

Author and Skeptic magazine founder Michael Shermer joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to discuss why conspiracy theories spread, how some turn out to be true, and when to tell the difference between healthy suspicion and paranoia. Shermer explains why UFOs, 9/11, the moon landing, COVID, and antisemitic conspiracies capture the public imagination, and how social media and AI have made false narratives easier to create and spread. We also discuss the difference between real conspiracies and conspiracy theories, and why the best question to ask is: what would it take to change your mind? 00:00 - Michael Shermer on...

Spanish businessman David Hatchwell Altaras and Argentine-American media entrepreneur Pablo Kleinman join this new episode of Real Talk to discuss how tensions between Spain and Morocco, mass immigration, energy dependence, corruption, and anti-Israel politics are reshaping Spain and Europe. We also discuss the global battle between collectivism and Western civilization, the “red-green alliance” between the radical left and Islamists and China’s growing presence in Latin America. Together, they explain why individual responsibility, Judeo-Christian values, and the defense of the West remain central to the fight against totalitarian ideas. 00:00 Spain, Morocco, and the Battle Over Ceuta and Melilla 03:02 How Immigr...

Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss her family's journey from Jamaica to America, how socialism devastated Jamaica, and why America remains a land of opportunity. She explains why school choice and parental rights are essential, how COVID-era school closures helped reshape Virginia politics, why local elections matter, and how teachers unions stand in the way of meaningful education reform. Earle-Sears also shares the heartbreaking story of losing her daughter and two granddaughters, the role faith has played in helping her endure tragedy, and why she believes Americans must choose service...

Indian journalist Lalit K. Jha joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss why Americans should pay closer attention to India. He explains how India’s religious and linguistic diversity, economic growth, and democratic system make it fundamentally different from China. Jha also discusses China’s use of Pakistan as a proxy, India’s complicated role in BRICS, its relationships with Israel, Iran, and the United States, and why America and India share more common interests than many people realize. Join PragerU CEO Marissa Streit as she interviews some of the most significant thought leaders and influential figures from a...

Heather Higgins, CEO of Independent Women, joins this new episode of Real Talk to explore how the left uses victimhood politics to make women feel dependent on government, why defending women’s sports became a wake-up call for moms, and how bad policies on health care, childcare, and family leave often hurt the very women they claim to help. We also discuss why conservative women need to be willing to make “good trouble” and why women should not be forced into a one-size-fits-all vision of womanhood. 

00:00 - Being a Conservative Troublemaker

02:24 - Why Ind...

Attorney and author Richard Sandler joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss lawfare and his decades-long fight to defend the reputation of his childhood friend and business partner, Michael Milken. Sandler reflects on what true loyalty looks like when a friend becomes the target of prosecutors, media narratives, and public condemnation. He explains how Milken disrupted Wall Street, why powerful interests wanted him taken down, and how prosecutors can use the criminal justice system to build political power. 00:00 - Richard Sandler on Friendship, Loyalty, and Michael Milken 03:21 - Knowing Michael Milken Since Childhood 05:09 - Why Sandler Dedicated...

Director of the White House Domestic Policy Council Vince Haley joins me to discuss what the Trump administration is actually getting done, from securing the border and making American streets safer to rebuilding the economy, expanding energy production, and advancing nuclear power and AI. Haley offers a behind-the-scenes look at the policies shaping America's future, while discussing the battle over American identity, the importance of personal responsibility, and how communism continues to threaten American culture and education. 00:00 - America's 250th & the Spirit of Patriotism 03:07 - Celebrating America: Public Support, Private Giving & National Pride 10:21 - Vince Haley's Journey to the...

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Director of the National Institutes of Health and Acting Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss how the COVID-19 response became politicized, why public trust in science and public health institutions declined, and his efforts to remove DEI initiatives and other political priorities from the NIH. Dr. Bhattacharya reflects on the criticism he faced for opposing lockdowns and vaccine mandates during the pandemic and outlines his vision for returning the NIH to its core mission: funding world-class biomedical research that advances scientific innovation, improves health...

Historian Raymond Ibrahim joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to discuss the history of jihad and the erasure of the Christian roots of the Middle East. Ibrahim argues that many modern narratives about Islamic conquest, the Crusades, and “peaceful coexistence” ignore primary historical sources. We also discuss modern atrocities, including the Islamic slaughter of Christians in Nigeria, the Muslim Brotherhood, Europe’s immigration crisis, and why he believes the West must stop viewing Islam through a naïve framework.

00:00 - Islam Historian Raymond Ibrahim on Islam, History, and the West

01:13 - Who Are...

General Keith Kellogg and Meaghan Mobbs join this NEW Real Talk episode to discuss America’s strategy in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. General Kellogg has been at the forefront of the Trump administration’s negotiations with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meaghan Mobbs served as a U.S. Army paratrooper and volunteered in Ukraine during the ongoing war. Together, they offer a firsthand perspective from the front lines of the conflict and the negotiations that remain unresolved. 00:00 General Keith Kellogg and Meaghan Mobbs on America’s Role in the World 00:54 Is America Still a Force for Good? 02:44 How 9/11 Inspired Meaghan Mobbs...

Trump Counterterrorism Chief Sebastian Gorka joins this NEW Real Talk episode to discuss the threats facing America at home and abroad, from jihadists and cartels to communism and left-wing political violence. We also tackle the rise of socialism among young Americans, the decline of free speech in the UK, and why the Trump administration's clear-eyed understanding of radical Islam and political Islam sets it apart from every administration before it. Join PragerU CEO Marissa Streit as she interviews some of the most significant thought leaders and influential figures from around the world. Real Talk explores the biggest cultural, political...

Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi joins this NEW Episode of Real Talk to explain why Panama matters far more to America than most people realize. We discuss the history of the Panama Canal, America’s role in Panama’s independence, and the rise of Chinese influence across Latin America. President Trump’s focus on the canal signaled that America was finally paying attention to this important small country because of its strategic location. Mayor Mizrachi also shares his remarkable personal story of surviving illness, political persecution, and six months in a Colombian maximum-security prison before becoming the mayor of Panama...

Homeopathy has been used for over 200 years, but many doctors still dismiss it as pseudoscience. So what exactly is it, and why do millions of people around the world still use it? Certified homeopath Barbara Lowry joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to explain the principles behind homeopathy, why it differs from naturopathy and herbal medicine, and why she believes the body can often heal itself when properly supported. We discuss the controversy surrounding alternative medicine, the connection between physical and emotional health, and whether modern medicine has become too quick to dismiss treatments it doesn't fully understand.<...

Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to discuss the political crisis unfolding in Brazil, the imprisonment of former President Jair Bolsonaro, and why he believes the country's democratic institutions are under attack. Bolsonaro argues Brazil is drifting toward authoritarianism, that China and BRICS are reshaping global alliances, and crime, cartels, and judicial overreach threaten the country's future. He also warns that the battle for Brazil is part of a much larger fight taking place across the West. 00:00 — Could Flávio Bolsonaro Be Brazil's Next President? 02:00 — The Legacy of Jair Bolsonaro 07:00 — Why Is Bolsonar...

Former Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl joins me on this NEW Real Talk episode to discuss the crisis facing young men in America and what it will take to rebuild strong character, leadership, and purpose. Coach Pearl explains why mentorship, faith, and accountability are an inoculation against hate and negativity, and how sports can teach discipline, resilience, and personal responsibility in a culture defined by victimhood. Pearl also makes the case that the American Dream is still alive for those willing to work for it. Chapters: 00:00 — “Coach America”: Why Bruce Pearl Stepped Into the Culture Fight 01:00 — The Crisis of Young Me...

Federal prosecutor Bill Essayli and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit expose the scale of fraud, corruption, and political dysfunction in California. Essayli explains how billions of taxpayer dollars have been lost through unemployment scams, healthcare fraud, and government programs with little oversight and why the system is designed to spend money, not protect it. They also examine illegal immigration, cartel influence, rising crime, and what it will take to fix a state many believe is beyond repair. Chapters: 00:00 — “The Kingdom of Fraud”: Can California Be Saved? 01:00 — Inside Sacramento: Power, Corruption, and No Accountability 03:00 — One-Party Rule and the Collapse of Checks and Balanc...

Geopolitical analyst and China expert Melissa Chen joins this new Real Talk episode to break down how the Chinese Communist Party is waging a quiet war against the United States, not through armed invasion, but through influence, leverage, and sowing division through social media. We examine how China uses trade, technology, and cultural platforms like TikTok to shape American behavior, and why decades of U.S. policy helped empower the CCP. Melissa explains why failing to recognize the threat of the CCP could have lasting consequences for the future of the West. 00:00 - From Singapore to the West: Why...

Tommy Robinson, founder of the English Defence League and one of the most deplatformed figures in the Western world, joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss the grooming gang scandal Britain's institutions spent 30 years covering up, and why he believes the full weight of the British state came down on him for refusing to stop talking about it. They examine how political correctness paralyzed police, politicians, and entire cities from protecting children, and why the courts are being used as weapons against populist voices across the West. They also discuss the cultural and spiritual awakening Tommy sees happening across...

Master mentalist Lior Suchard shocks PragerU CEO Marissa Streit by seemingly reading her mind, before pulling back the curtain on how influence really works. He reveals how people can be led to feel like they chose something… even when they didn’t. They dive into why adults are often easier to manipulate than children, why conspiracy theories are so addictive, and how the idea of “my truth” has become a powerful cultural weapon. 

Chapters:

00:00:00 — Why the world feels “mental” right now

00:00:27 — How Lior became a mentalist (and why it started as an icebreaker)

“Our American Stories” host Lee Habeeb and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit explore the power of storytelling in shaping individuals, businesses, and nations. They discuss why stories, not facts alone, are what people remember, how storytelling builds connection and meaning, and why America’s identity depends on shared cultural narratives. The conversation also examines the breakdown of cultural literacy, the impact of social media and algorithms on division, and why reclaiming America’s story may be essential to preserving our future.

Chapters:

00:00 — Why storytelling saved Marissa—and why it matters

02:05 — Why people remembe...

Historian and author Bill Federer and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit examine the Judeo-Christian roots of America’s founding. They discuss how the concept of self-government emerged from the Hebrew Bible, why the Christian Founders rejected monarchy in favor of a covenant, and why America’s system depends on the character and values of its people. 

Chapters:

00:00 — Is America a Judeo-Christian nation? Why the debate matters

02:07 — The Hebrew roots of self-government and the Mayflower Compact

06:39 — From kings to covenant: the radical idea behind America

11:09 — Religious diversity, tolerance, and the birth...

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, Senior Fellow at Tikvah, joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for a profound discussion on the Hebrew Bible’s indispensable role in shaping the United States. America did not emerge in a moral vacuum; its founding ideals are deeply rooted in biblical principles—covenant, gratitude, and the revolutionary belief in God-given equality.

Rabbi Soloveichik explores the biblical foundations of the American creed, illuminates the enduring meaning of the Ten Commandments, and explains why the Book of Psalms remains one of humanity’s most powerful antidotes to fear, despair, and nihilism. Chapters: 00:00 — Social Media Despair Vs. The...

Former Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction and CEO of the Teacher Freedom Alliance, Ryan Walters and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit expose how teachers unions, activist bureaucrats, and textbook publishers work TOGETHER behind the scenes to shape what happens in America’s classrooms. They discuss why school board transparency matters, how unions influence curriculum even in red states, how book publishers make money from political classrooms and why broad state standards are not enough to keep our students safe from the Education Industrial Complex.  

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Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit discuss the importance of Passover in both the Jewish and Christian faiths. They also discuss why rituals and traditions are critical to collective memory and collective identity. Dennis draws parallels between the lessons found in the Jewish Haggadah and America’s moral crisis. Get your copy of Dennis's book The Rational Passover Haggadah here: https://www.amazon.com/Rational-Passover-Haggadah-Dennis-Prager/dp/1684512581

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The current mayor of Panama City,  Mayer Mizrachi  spent six months in a Colombian jail ten years ago. He emerged fierce and now he’s working to bring economic freedom to his country.

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Robby Starbuck, activist and former Hollywood director, speaks with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit about his family’s escape from communist Cuba and why that history shapes his view of America today.

They discuss the rise of corporate activism, how DEI policies spread through corporate boardrooms, and why many companies are reversing course.

They also discuss the growing power of AI, the dangers of AI-driven misinformation, and why the country that wins the AI race could determine the future of global power.

Chapters:

00:00 – From Cuba...

Jan Jekielek, Senior Editor at The Epoch Times and host of “American Thought Leaders,” joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss the Chinese Communist Party’s global strategy, the weaknesses behind China’s economic power, and why President Trump’s foreign policy aims to contain the CCP before it expands further. They examine tariffs, rare earths, strategic pressure on Iran and Venezuela, and why Beijing responds only to real leverage. They also discuss unrestricted warfare, forced organ harvesting, and why understanding the communist mindset is essential if America hopes to avoid being outmaneuvered by China.

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Fr. Robert Sirico joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss his journey from left-wing activism in Hollywood to becoming a leading defender of free markets and of virtue. They examine why socialism confuses coercion with compassion, why families and faith—not government—form moral citizens, and why the Right is not immune from chaos, conspiracy, and spiritual confusion. Fr. Robert Sirico reminds viewers Catholics must reject antisemitism and resist using the Church for political or financial power. Chapters: 00:00 Fr. Robert Sirico’s unlikely journey from socialist activist to Catholic priest 12:53 His gangster brother, The Sopranos, and a family unlike any ot...

Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss President Trump’s decision to expand military operations in Iran and the debate over “endless wars.” Dennis explains why he believes confronting the Iranian regime carries both strategic and moral significance, and argues that Trump’s strikes could positively reshape the geopolitical balance in the Middle East and beyond.

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Editor-in-Chief of The Federalist, Investigative journalist and author Mollie Hemingway joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss Big Tech’s lingering influence, the Left’s effort to reshape the Supreme Court through court stacking and election integrity. They examine America’s voting system, the expansion of mail-in voting, and why public confidence in elections requires constant attention. They also discuss why politics alone cannot restore the country, the importance of marriage, and why Mollie believes saving America ultimately starts at home.

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After a break from public life, Daily Wire co-founder Jeremy Boreing joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to reflect on how the reinvention of conservative media impacted America’s culture. They examine how social media fuels tribalism and rage, why political “Christianity,” conspiracy culture, and grift media are gaining ground, and what influential voices are ultimately trying to build with their rhetoric. Chapters:

0:00 Jeremy’s 10-month Sabbath + what changed while he was gone

1:15 How the Right learned to win online (and why it worked)

2:40 The downside: algorithms reward engagement over truth

4:42 Losing cultural...