On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Mollie Hemingway to discuss her new book, Alito, and the lasting impact of Samuel Alito on the Supreme Court and the Constitution.

Mollie shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Court, explains why Justice Alito remains one of the most influential — and least understood — justices in America, and discusses major rulings including Dobbs, Hobby Lobby, and gerrymandering cases. The conversation also dives into media bias, the Russia collusion narrative, faith, family life, parenting, and why Mollie believes Americans will soon crave authentic, human-created content in an AI-driven world.

Plus, Karol and Mollie discuss journalism, conservative culture, raising children, and the future of political storytelling in America.

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Can memes influence elections, shape public opinion, and build billion-dollar businesses? Jason Levin, founder of MemeLord.com, joins The Karol Markowicz Show to explain how internet culture has evolved into one of the most powerful forces in politics, marketing, and media.

Jason shares the unlikely story of dropping out of college, raising millions of dollars to build MemeLord, and helping brands, creators, and public figures harness viral content. He and Karol discuss why politicians like Donald Trump, JD Vance, and Marco Rubio have become internet sensations, how memes influence public perception, and why authenticity matters more than polished messaging in the AI era.

The conversation also explores the future of social media, AI-generated content, online friendships, entrepreneurship, and why Jason believes people are about to shift back toward real-life communities despite living in an increasingly digital world.

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In this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with comedian, commentator, and Heritage Media Fellow Tim Young for a candid and hilarious conversation about media, politics, stand-up comedy, and staying authentic in an increasingly polarized world.

Tim shares his unconventional path from Capitol Hill and law school to becoming one of the most recognizable conservative voices online. He discusses building the "Tim Runs His Mouth" brand, navigating today's media landscape, the challenges facing conservative comedy, and why humor remains one of the most powerful tools in politics.

The conversation also explores President Trump's unique ability to connect through humor, the evolution of conservative media, lessons learned from years in public life, and why Tim believes most Americans would be happier if they spent less time obsessing over politics

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On this episode of the The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with Tablet Editor-in-Chief Alana Newhouse for a wide-ranging conversation on the collapse of trust in media, the rise of AI-driven information chaos, and what comes next for institutions in America.

Alana shares the origin story behind Tablet and how it evolved from a niche cultural publication into a broader voice tackling the failures of legacy media. She explains her concept of “brokenness” in modern institutions—and why Americans are increasingly skeptical of everything from journalism to higher education.

The conversation dives into:

• Why AI is accelerating distrust in online content
• The surprising return of print media and Gen Z’s demand for credibility
• How legacy media can rebuild trust (and which outlets won’t survive)
• The future of American institutions over the next five years
• A personal look at Alana’s work in biotech and gene editing

Plus, Alana offers a simple but powerful tip to improve your daily life in a world dominated by social media.

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Karol Markowicz sits down with Commentary Magazine senior editor Seth Mandel for a wide-ranging conversation about journalism, family, faith, homeschooling, and the future of media.

Seth shares how a local newspaper job launched his career, his journey from community journalism to Commentary Magazine, and what it's like being married to author and commentator Bethany Mandel. He also opens up about raising six children, homeschooling, balancing work and family life, and why he believes strong families remain one of society's greatest blessings.

Plus, Seth offers a surprising five-year prediction about the future of streaming, sports broadcasting, and entertainment consumption that could fundamentally reshape how Americans watch TV and listen to music.

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What motivates a 19-year-old conservative activist to travel the country debating politics on college campuses despite security threats and intense opposition?

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with rising political commentator Brilyn Hollyhand, author of the upcoming book Make America Talk Again. Brilyn shares how a fourth-grade mock election sparked his passion for politics, how an early interview with Charlie Kirk shaped his career, and why he believes America’s biggest problem isn't that people talk too much—it's that they no longer talk to each other.

The conversation explores free speech on college campuses, political polarization, faith, leadership, social media, President Trump's connection with young voters, and the challenges of being a young conservative voice in today's culture. Brilyn also discusses the personal impact of security threats, his commitment to campus engagement, and the role his Christian faith plays in guiding his mission.

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with education reform leader Erika Donalds, founder of the Education Freedom Foundation, school choice advocate, entrepreneur, and wife of Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds.

Erika explains why she remains "still mad" about COVID school closures, how classical education is transforming student outcomes, and why America's education system needs a fundamental overhaul. She shares her journey from CPA and investment executive to education activist, discusses the rise of school choice across the country, and offers a bold prediction for how AI and customized learning will reshape education over the next decade.

The conversation also touches on entrepreneurship, family, public life, political attacks, and what parents can do right now to take control of their children's education.

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On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with National Review senior writer Noah Rothman to discuss his new book, Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America. Together, they explore the often-overlooked history of political violence on the American left, from anarchist bombings and Occupy Wall Street to the 2020 riots and recent attacks targeting law enforcement.

Noah explains why he believes America has failed to confront the full scope of political extremism, how media narratives shape public perception of violence, and why understanding both left-wing and right-wing radicalization is essential to preserving the country's civic fabric. The conversation also covers the Luigi Mangione case, the rise of populism, Donald Trump's lasting political influence, AI versus the commercial space race, and Noah's surprising life-improvement recommendation.

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