EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 59 MIN

A Week of Madness

from The Commentary Magazine Podcast · host Commentary Magazine

The cascade of frenetic actions on the part of the Trump administration over the past week—even as Trump seemed to blink on acting when it came to Iran—is unnerving. Is there good news? Can someone cheer us up? And what about the Harris campaign going full-on dual-loyalty accuser in interviewing Josh Shapiro? Meanwhile, a recommendation for a remarkable novel called Foster Dade Explores the Cosmos, by Nash Jenkins. Give a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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