Episodes

  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/17/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/17/26
    Apr 17 2026
    President Trump announces on Truth Social that the Strait of Hormuz is open, yet the U.S. blockade continues. Eleanor Watson joins Major on-set to parse through the details, while Aaron MacLean is at the touchscreen with analysis. The California Governor's race continues to heat up, after former Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign due to sexual assault claims. Will this be the opening Democrats need to take over? Major interviews San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, one of the Democratic gubernatorial candidates, about what sets him apart from the crowded field. Plus, William Henry Harrison had one of the shortest tenures in presidential history. He's often overlooked in U.S. politics, but Major speaks with author/educator Sharon McMahon about the lessons we take away from his presidency. All that and more, right here on The Takeout! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Author/Educator Sharon McMahon Discusses William Henry Harrison's Presidency [Extended Interview]

    Author/Educator Sharon McMahon Discusses William Henry Harrison's Presidency [Extended Interview]
    Apr 16 2026
    Major speaks with Sharon McMahon about her InPursuit essay detailing how the late president's short tenure impacted how candidates campaign through the years. McMahon, known as "America's Government Teacher," breaks down the significance of Harrison's enduring inauguration speech and how it ultimately led to his sudden death. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • USA Today’s Susan Page on Queen Elizabeth’s Legacy [Extended Interview]

    USA Today’s Susan Page on Queen Elizabeth’s Legacy [Extended Interview]
    Apr 18 2026
    Major interviews Susan Page, USA Today’s Washington Bureau Chief, to discuss her latest book, “The Queen and her Presidents”. The book highlights Queen Elizabeth’s relationships with several presidents throughout her multi-decade tenure. Page details the Queen’s impact on multiple world events like the Suez Canal as well as the World Wars. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/16/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/16/26
    Apr 17 2026
    Charlie D’Agata joins from Israel to break down the latest going on with the war in Iran. CBS News National Security Contributor Joe Zacks provides additional analysis. With two members of Congress resigning to avoid expulsion resolutions from their peers, Major speaks with Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, who has been behind the recent efforts. Rep. Luna claims that there’s a Senator who may have committed sexual misconduct and breaks the news on our air. Plus, former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax kills his wife before ending his life in their home. Nicole Sganga joins Major at the desk with more. Listen to the full episode here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Author Josh Owens on His Time at Alex Jones’ InfoWars [Extended Interview]

    Author Josh Owens on His Time at Alex Jones’ InfoWars [Extended Interview]
    Apr 16 2026
    Major speaks with Josh Owens on his new memoir “The Madness of Believing,” which details his journey experience working for conspiracy theorist Alex Jones between 2013 and 2017. Owens discusses what led him to working with Jones, the outlandish anecdotes he acquired during his tenure and what ultimately led to his departure from the company. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/15/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/15/26
    Apr 15 2026
    Today marks four years since the Sudanese civil war started. Major speaks with Mercy Corps CEO Tjada D'Oyen McKenna, whose organization is helping provide aid to the people in the region. As President Trump continues to threaten taking the U.S. out of NATO, the Wall Street Journal reports that European nations are expediting a back-up plan if that comes to fruition. Former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg joins to discuss. Plus, former InfoWars Video Editor Josh Owens has a new memoir: "The Madness of Believing," describing his time working for Alex Jones. He tells all about his experience on "The Takeout." Listen to the full episode here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/14/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/14/26
    Apr 14 2026
    California Democrat Rep. Eric Swalwell and Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales have announced their resignations from the House. Both members of Congress face sexual harassment claims from former staffers. Their resignations will supersede the expulsion resolutions from their fellow members. Nancy Cordes spoke with two women who accuse Swalwell and explained their fear of coming forward. New Mexico Representative Teresa Leger-Fernandez, who led the expulsion resolution against Rep. Gonzales, reacts to the fallout surrounding both resignations. New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez joins Major on-set to discuss the next steps in his case against Meta, following the landmark verdict forcing the social media platform to pay $375 million. Plus, Illinois Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth joins to discuss her effort to push for a War Powers Resolution against the President's war in Iran. All that and more right here on The Takeout! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/13/26

    The Takeout with Major Garrett, 4/13/26
    Apr 13 2026
    President Trump posts an AI-generated picture depicting him as Jesus on his Truth Social account, which led to backlash over the weekend. Weijia Jiang joins us from the White House North Lawn with Trump's reaction. Aaron MacLean is at the touchscreen to discuss how the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz is affecting the pathway for oil. Fmr. Ambassador Nicholas Burns provides additional analysis following the peace talks between the U.S. and Iran on Saturday. Major covered the breaking news of California Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell announcing his resignation with Taurean Small from Capitol Hill. Swalwell faces sexual harassment claims from former staffers, which triggered calls from his Democratic peers not only to suspend his campaign but also to vacate his congressional seat. House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into those claims against the outgoing Congressman. Join us for the full episode here. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins