Beware the Brain Rot Psy-Op
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Politics, law, and culture collide as Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer charts a path forward for American conservatism and exposes the woke Left. A voice for the New Right, Hammer delivers blistering commentary and weekly interviews with today's top conservative thinkers.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
On today’s show, Josh discusses what he calls the “brain rot” being driven by certain voices on the right, arguing that some are engaging in a coordinated effort that ultimately misleads and weakens public understanding. He explains why he believes these figures lack genuine conviction and ties that argument to the recent resignation of Joe Kent.
Josh also examines Kent’s role within the intelligence community, questioning his credibility and discussing reports that he had been sidelined from key intelligence briefings well before his departure.
Later, Josh turns to Capitol Hill, where two major hearings are underway, and explains why one nominee may be facing serious challenges.
To close the show, Josh looks at the situation in Cuba, where rolling blackouts are fueling public frustration and sparking growing protests across the country.
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