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Journalist and filmmaker Jorge Ventura joins Stephen Kent and Jacob Rich for a conversation about his documentary "Cartelville, USA" and why the illegal drug trade continues to thrive in California.
Watch their discussion now on YouTube: youtu.be/RsAzYgkisVs
Journalist and filmmaker Jorge Ventura joins Stephen Kent and Jacob Rich for a conversation about his documentary "Cartelville, USA" and why the illegal drug...
Should taxpayers pay off Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's student loan debt, even though she earns $175,000 a year?
Brad Polumbo definitely doesn't think so.
Watch him debunk arguments about student loan cancellation on BradReacts!: youtu.be/Iqrbq8sPOhg
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, aka AOC, gave a speech on the House floor calling for the “cancelation” of student loans. In it, AOC says she has $17,000 in s...
Former New York Times reporter Alex Berenson joins Stephen Kent and Jacob Rich to talk about coronavirus hysteria, vaccine mandates, big tech censorship, and if it's possible to have an honest conversation about COVID-19.
Watch their conversation on Right Now: youtu.be/_ZM4pIMaLLs
Former New York Times reporter Alex Berenson joins Stephen Kent and Jacob Rich to talk about coronavirus hysteria, vaccine mandates, big tech censorship, and...
Climate change is absolutely a real problem—but Gen Z’s doomsday mentality is out of control, if global polls and TikTok trends are anything to go by.
Watch Brad Polumbo dissect insane Gen Z climate doom TikToks on a new Brad Reacts!: youtu.be/1rs24L7MyjE
Climate change is absolutely a real problem—but Gen Z’s doomsday mentality is out of control, if global polls and TikTok trends are anything to go by. In thi...
Are Amazon and Jeff Bezos proponents of mass economic inequality? Or do progressives just have a tendency to make villains out of successful people?
Watch Stephen Kent, Brad Polumbo, and Vaush discuss on Right Now: youtu.be/dvsrQm0iOxo
In this segment from Right Now, Stephen Kent, Brad Polumbo, and our guest Vaush discuss whether the wealth being generated by Amazon and billionaires like Je...
HOT OFF THE PRESS!
Dive deeper into Stephen Kent's conversation with Arielle Scarcella and Brad Polumbo about leaving the "abusive left" in the latest issue of Right Now Unfettered.
Check it out now: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/rightlyaj/issues/right-now-unfettered-11-26-21-901000
What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving? This year (among 11 other years) I'm celebrating the life of my daughter in sync with Thanksgiving. She's a Turkey baby. Some years she's a Black Friday baby. Becoming a Dad changed my life for the better. I was a rudderless 20 year old, making dumb choic...
Catch Ariellle Scarcella's conversation with Stephen Kent and
Brad Polumbo about leaving her "abusive relationship" with the left on a new Right Now.
Watch now on YouTube: http://youtu.be/asoeYX6WkOI
S*x and lifestyle content creator Arielle Scarcella joins Right Now to talk about leaving an "abusive relationship" with the left.Subscribe to Rightly and ca...
Kamala Harris has a terrible approval rating of just 28 percent. But on some corners of the internet, the vice president still has plenty of stans and fans.
Watch Brad Polumbo react to cringeworthy Kamala fan TikToks on a new BradReacts!: http://youtu.be/aSNAsDX_rd8
Kamala Harris has a terrible approval rating of just 28 percent. But on some corners of the internet, the vice president still has plenty of stans and fans. ...
Watch Stephen Kent's conversation with Karlyn Borysenko about Critical Race Theory in education, cameras in the classroom, and if we can fix public schools on a new Right Now.
Watch now on YouTube: youtu.be/5MKmeb2CnNs
On a new "Right Now," Stephen sits down with Karlyn Borysenko for a conversation about Critical Race Theory in education, cameras in the classroom, and if it...
Watch as Stephen Kent and Brad Polumbo humorously react to Stephen's interview with Glenn Beck about his new book "How the Force Can Fix the World."
Watch now on YouTube: http://youtu.be/clvafE7PCZk
Watch as "Right Now" host Stephen Kent and "BradReacts!" host Brad Polumbo humorously react to clips of Stephen's recent interview with Glenn Beck about his ...
Should we tax the rich? Or even eat the rich? Young progressives on TikTok sure think so, but Brad doesn’t.
Watch him on a new BradReacts!, now available on YouTube: youtu.be/wdJZ1FvgMSI
Should we tax the rich? Or even eat the rich? Young progressives on TikTok sure think so, but Brad doesn’t. In this episode of BradReacts!, he reacts to and ...
On a new "Right Now," Andrew Heaton interviews Stephen Kent about his new book, "How the Force Can Fix the World," and what can teach us about politics and life.
Catch their conversation now on YouTube: youtu.be/QEiOPKMGK-0
"Star Wars" can help fix our real-world politics. Just ask Stephen Kent.In this episode of "Right Now," Stephen is interviewed by political comedian Andrew H...
Brad Polumbo talks with Rightly contributor Nate Hochman about the recent National Conservatism Conference and the future of the GOP in this bonus segment from Right Now.
Watch their conversation on YouTube: youtu.be/N_kajp4x9FQ
Will J.D. Vance and Josh Hawley be the future torchbearers of the Republican party? In this bonus segment from "Right Now," Brad Polumbo talks with Rightly c...
Should healthcare be government-run and ‘free’? Socialist TikTokers sure think so—but Brad doesn’t.
Watch him on a new episode of "Brad Reacts!": youtu.be/r1llo73AxR0
Should healthcare be government-run and ‘free’? Socialist TikTokers sure think so—but Brad doesn’t. On this episode of , he reacts to and debunks ...
Why is Twitch so left-leaning? How can we have an honest conversation about race in America today?
Dylan Burns shares his insight on a new Right Now. Watch now on YouTube: youtu.be/onxXjl3jzyc
Dylan Burns shares his insight on how we should approach conversations about race in America on Right Now.
Watch his discussion with Stephen Kent and Shoshana Clara Weissmann: youtu.be/onxXjl3jzyc
Is the future for political debate? Is life going to be any better for us in Facebook's ?
Watch Stephen Kent's conversation with Dylan Burns and Shoshana Clara Weissmann on a new Right Now: youtu.be/onxXjl3jzyc
Why do political debates perform so well on Twitch? Is life going to be any better for us in the Metaverse?On a new "Right Now with Stephen Kent," Stephen si...
is more than a pop culture phenomenon. It's something that can help fix the world. Just ask Stephen Kent.
Watch the "Right Now" discuss some of the lessons and insights of his new book, "How the Force Can Fix the World."
Watch here: youtu.be/uEZB_72FEbo
"Star Wars" is more than a pop culture phenomenon. It's something that can help fix the world. Just ask Stephen Kent.The "Right Now" host is the author of th...
Are landlords leeches? That’s what young progressives increasingly think, at least under the trend on TikTok.
Brad Polumbo debunks the online hate toward landlords and property owners on a new "BradReacts!"
Watch now on YouTube: youtu.be/QBTCDSznK28
Are landlords leeches? That’s what young progressives increasingly think, at least under the trend on TikTok. On this episode of BradRea...
What role should men have when it comes to crafting policy on abortions?
Nate Hochman shares his viewpoints on a new Right Now: youtu.be/S5EN9fCOjMA
Nate Hochman dispels the false notion that the United States' abortion policy has been entirely determined by men. Watch his full conversation with Stephen K...
What is SB-8, why is the Supreme Court getting involved, and how will this impact the abortion debate across the country?
Watch Stephen Kent's conversation with Kat Murti of Feminists for Liberty and Nate Hochman on a new Right Now, now available on YouTube: youtu.be/y92xtpSgpr0
What is the Texas abortion law SB-8, why is the Supreme Court getting involved, and how will this impact abortion rights across the country?On a new "Right N...
is a stunning visual feat but doesn't offer much in terms of political or social commentary.
And Stephen Kent is okay with that.
Watch his recap of Denis Villeneuve's sci-fi epic: youtu.be/qPhR2eT9ipE
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" is a stunning cinematic feat, but doesn't offer much political or social commentary. That's not necessarily a bad thing.On "Right N...
It's hard when you face backlash over your political and personal views. It's even harder when that backlash comes from your own tribe.
Catch Gothix's conversation with Blaire White about the trans community's backlash against Dave Chappelle, hypocrisy within the trans community, and more on a new "Cancel This!"
Watch now: youtu.be/NlV-knDdyrE
It's hard when you face backlash over your political and personal views. It's even harder when that backlash comes from your own tribe.On a new "Cancel This!...
Nate Hochman joins Stephen Kent and Declan Leary for a conversation about the key debates defining the future of the American right on a new Right Now: youtu.be/zcLts_kYFlc
Stephen Kent talks with Declan Leary and Nate Hochman about the key debates shaping the future of the American right on Right Now.
Catch their conversation on YouTube: youtu.be/zcLts_kYFlc
What place will libertarians have in the future of the American right?
Watch Declan Leary, Stephen Kent, and Nate Hochman's conversation on a new Right Now: youtu.be/zcLts_kYFlc
The “consensus” in American politics, particularly on the right, isn’t looking like much of a consensus at all these days.
Watch Stephen Kent's conversation with Declan Leary and Nate Hochman on a new Right Now, now available on YouTube: youtu.be/zcLts_kYFlc
Did libertarianism put America on the road to ruin? And did the conservative movement losing fights like that of same-sex marriage, really put us on the slip...
There are some insightful societal themes lurking with Lost. Just ask Mark Pellegrino.
The actor joined Stephen Kent and Robby Soave for a conversation about his time on the hit show, how he has faced online attacks for his political views, and more. Watch now: https://youtu.be/0pemBQJAYA4
There's real-world lessons that can be gleaned from the fictional island in "Lost."On a new "Right Now with Stephen Kent," Mark Pellegrino sits down with Ste...
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Does woke capitalism help or hurt a company's bottom line? Do we even have true capitalism or free markets anymore? On "Right Now with Stephen Kent," Stephen sits down with Shoshana Weissmann and Hannah Cox of the Foundation for Economic Education for a discussion about woke capitalism, if it works, and if it's here to stay. Watch as they discuss how to identify if a brand's political standpoints are authentic or mere performance activism, why we need to chill out over the tech monopoly fearmongering, and how we can work to keep cronyism out of Congress.
Ryan Adams was #canceled in 2019 after he was wrapped up in a #MeToo story. The musician is now coming out with a new album, and host Stephen Kent says that this is good news. Watch his wide-ranging conversation with Brad Polumbo and Olivia Rondeau about Adams, as well as real bipartisan progress being made in Congress, and how the internet came to the aid of a Holiday Inn employee after a video of them being harassed by a customer went viral. Catch the new episode of "Right Now" on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cNPZE7RoNAM
How badly are #COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions hurting economies and communities? Will we ever know if they did more harm than good? On "Right Now with Stephen Kent" this week, Stephen, Brad Polumbo, and Olivia Rondeau discuss the harm caused by #coronavirus lockdowns, the underappreciated privilege of being able to work remotely, and the need for public health authorities to be transparent about the information they provide to the public. Watch their conversation below and check out the new episode on YouTube. https://youtu.be/cNPZE7RoNAM
Why can't we sue cops? What is a "fair" sentence for #DerekChauvin? And why do White liberals act as if they know what is best for Black Americans? On "Right Now with Stephen Kent," Stephen is joined by co-host Brad Polumbo and Olivia Rondeau, a popular YouTuber and Conservatarian, for a wide-ranging discussion about how to improve #policing, the disproportionate impact of #guncontrol policies on Black urban dwellers, and the need for effective criminal justice reform.
No likes on Instagram? No problem! The social media platform is giving a small batch of users the ability to suppress the likes on their videos and photos. "Right Now's" Stephen Kent explains why this is a good thing. https://youtu.be/wcv08NUNTdc
#CancelCulture is a problematic internet phenomenon. But there are ways that people can fight back against it. On "Right Now with Stephen Kent," Stephen is joined by Gothix, a popular YouTuber and streamer who was canceled in 2019 after voicing her opinion on a casting decision for an upcoming Disney remake. Watch their discussion about viral mob behavior and her tips on how to address and avoid #CancelCulture.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said no to vaccine passports, giving residents of the Sunshine State greater ability to visit stores and restaurants, regardless of whether they’ve received a Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, or Moderna vaccine for COVID-19. Stephen Kent is on board with the governor’s decision, while Shoshana Weissmann has her own thoughts. Make sure to catch the new episode of “Right Now with Stephen Kent." https://youtu.be/Ig5-MxmRbcE
Does Karl Marx need a ReMax agent? Patrisse Khan-Cullors, a self-described Marxist activist and co-founder of #BlackLivesMatter, is being criticized across the internet for her recent spending of $3.2 million on real estate. Her most expensive purchase? A $1.4 million home near the wealthy city of Malibu, California. Stephen Kent and Shoshana Weissmann break down the viral discussion surrounding Khan-Cullors’ expensive land grab and how it does sometimes pay to be a socialist.
What does a post-God country look like? Look around, Q-Anon and Critical Race Theory didn’t come from nowhere. This week on “Right Now with Stephen Kent,” Stephen is joined by guest political comedian Andrew Heaton and co-host Shoshana Weissmann to discuss the decline in participation in religion over the generations, how politics are reshaping the religion definition, why we look at Presidents Obama, Trump, and Biden with such reverence, and why the Conservative, Democrat, and Libertarian parties are serving as new spiritual homes for the formerly faithful.
John Boehner is BACK, baby! On "Right Now with Stephen Kent" this week, Stephen and Wadi Gaitan of The LIBRE Initiative pop the cork and dim the lights to sort through the viral buzz hovering over Boehner's new book, "On The House: A Washington Memoir." Watch as they discuss Boehner's legacy and achievements, and how the lawmaking process shifted after his departure from Congress.
Are 1 billion Americans needed to keep America prosperous and competitive on the world stage? This week on "Right Now with Stephen Kent," Stephen is joined by Matt Yglesias, co-founder of Vox, founder of the "Slow Boring" Substack, and author of "One Billion Americans: The Case for Thinking Bigger." Watch as Stephen, Matt, and Wadi Gaitan of The LIBRE Initiative, discuss the misframed immigration debate, the case for a much larger US population, the buzzy new book from John Boehner, and what is necessary to keep America great.
There are two very different narratives about what is happening at the US-Mexico border right now. Both of them are fueled by political motives, and neither of them accurately reflects the current immigration system. On "Right Now with Stephen Kent" this week, Liz Wolfe, a Staff Editor at Reason, spoke about her own personal experiences living in Texas and how few really have a firm understanding of what it is like to not only navigate across the border, but live near it. Using data and research provided by The Narratives Project, Liz and Stephen examine the crucial context missing from the immigration debate.
Why are health agencies still pushing dire COVID messaging instead of offering practical guidance? What are both Republicans and Democrats overlooking on the immigration reform debate? And what do legacy journalists have against platforms like Substack and Clubhouse? Liz Wolfe, Staff Editor at Reason, joins host Stephen Kent this week on “Right Now with Stephen Kent” to discuss legacy media’s annoyance over their inability to control conversations on apps like Clubhouse, how both parties reframe the immigration debate to suit their own political goals, and the frustration that several months into the pandemic, we still haven’t determined which COVID-19 policies are working or not. Watch the full episode now.
Why did the GOP fail to put up a fight against Biden's rescue package? What are the benefits of Universal Basic Income? And do Marvel's Avengers need a GoFundMe? On a new episode of "Right Now with Stephen Kent," guest Zaid Jilani joins host Stephen Kent and co-host Brad Polumbo to discuss why Republicans today fight culture wars instead of addressing fiscal policy, and the growing tendency of policymakers to lean on populist messaging. Watch the new episode below and make sure to subscribe to Rightly's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/rightlyaj?sub_confirmation=1
No two ways about it, the COVID lockdowns shut down a swath of US businesses and crippled the economy. Now, many people feel that they are owed something after what the government did to them. Zaid Jilani talks entitlements, health care, and more with Stephen Kent and Brad Polumbo this week on "Right Now with Stephen Kent." Watch their conversation this Thursday by subscribing to Rightly's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/rightlyaj?sub_confirmation=1
You might think that Universal Basic Income would make people less willing to work. But some believe that UBI gives people the ability to make better choices about who they work for. Watch as host Stephen Kent, co-host Brad Polumbo, and guest Zaid Jilani discuss UBI, entitlements, and more this Thursday in an all-new episode of "Right Now with Stephen Kent." Subscribe to Rightly on YouTube for more. https://www.youtube.com/rightlyaj?sub_confirmation=1
Think those Tom Cruise deepfake videos are hilarious? Chris Ume, the creator of them, has his own thoughts on the tech. A celebrated A.I. artist, Ume sat down with host Stephen Kent and co-host Shoshana Weissman to discuss deepfakes, South Park, and how you can spot a fake video. Watch the full episode, now available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4ULkkyEUeY
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