Firing Line with Margaret Hoover

2018 - 2025

John Kasich

Episode 1

Governor John Kasich of Ohio joins to discuss what it means to be a conservative in the age of Trump.

Gretchen Carlson

Episode 2

Gretchen Carlson joins Margaret to discuss the resurrection of the ERA, the changing rules for Miss America, and the what's next for the #MeToo movement

Paul Ryan

Episode 3

“Firing Line” explores the federal government’s poverty agenda, an issue that has become a passion project for Speaker Ryan. While the results of President Lyndon Johnson’s “War on Poverty” are more nuanced than any political talking point, both conservative and liberal policy makers including the Speaker point to the near constant poverty rate as proof that the war has resulted in stalemate.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Episode 4

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the rising star of the progressive left, is here to discuss her ideas and the future of democratic-socialism.

Jeff Merkley

Episode 5

The Democrat leading the Senate’s opposition to President Trump’s Supreme Court nominee, Senator Jeff Merkley, joins this week on Firing Line

Randi Weingarten

Episode 6

In the wake of a Supreme Court ruling that is a major setback for teachers unions, the President of the American Federation of Teachers, Randi Weingarten, joins Margaret Hoover to discuss the implications and what lies ahead.

Jordan Peterson

6th August 2018

Episode 7

Dr. Jordan Peterson, accidental icon of the Conservative movement, joins this week to discuss his views. Dr. Jordan Peterson is a professor at the University of Toronto, a clinical psychologist, and a best-selling author.

Ayyan Hirsi Ali

10th August 2018

Episode 8

Ayyan Hirsi Ali joins to discuss what the #metoo movement means for the most vulnerable members of society. Ayaan Hirsi Ali is a former Dutch parliamentarian, human rights activist, and founder of the Ayaan Hirsi Ali Foundation.

DeRay Mckesson

31st August 2018

Episode 9

DeRay Mckesson joins to discuss his new book, “On The Other Side of Freedom”. DeRay Mckesson is an American civil rights activist and former school administrator. He is known for his activism and involvement with the protests in Ferguson and Baltimore. Mckesson also helped launch Campaign Zero, a policy platform to end police violence. He is a supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement.

J.D. Greear

7th September 2018

Episode 10

Pastor and President of the Southern Baptist Convention J.D. Greear speaks on faith, racism, and evangelical’s political support for Donald Trump. J.D. Greear is the pastor of The Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham, NC and author of several books including Gaining by Losing: Why the Future Belongs to Churches That Send. He is the 62nd President of the Southern Baptist Convention.

Neil deGrasse Tyson

14th September 2018

Episode 11

Astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Margaret to explore the stars, science, and human conflict. Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is a famed astrophysicist and author of the new book, Accessory To War: The Unspoken Alliance of Astrophysics and the Military.

Reihan Salam

21st September 2018

Episode 12

Reihan Salam, author and Executive Editor of National Review, joins this week to discuss conservative populism and the future of the movement. Reihan Salam is Executive Editor of National Review, and the author of two books, Grand New Party and Melting Pot Or Civil War?. He lives in Brooklyn, where he was born and raised.

Christine Lagarde

29th September 2018

Episode 13

Christine Lagarde, Chairwoman and Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, joins to discuss women and economic inclusion. Christine Lagarde is a French lawyer and politician. Since July 5th, 2011, she has served as the Managing Director and Chairwoman of the International Monetary Fund.

Lt. Col. Oliver North

5th October 2018

Episode 14

Lt. Col. Oliver North, President of the National Rifle Association, joins to discuss school safety programs and the NRA’s challenges. Lt. Col. Oliver North is a political commentator, television host, author, and retired United States Marine Corps lieutenant colonel. Lt. Col. North served as president of the National Rifle Association as of May 2018, before being forced out a year later after only one term.

Leonard Leo

12th October 2018

Episode 15

The Federalist Society’s Executive Vice President Leonard Leo joins to discuss the recent Supreme Court confirmation process, the future of such processes, and conservative jurisprudence. Leonard Leo is a lawyer who has served as an advisor to President Trump on Supreme Court nominations and as Executive Vice President of the Federalist Society.

Ben Sasse

19th October 2018

Episode 16

Republican Senator Ben Sasse of Nebraska joints to discuss his new book on loneliness and tribalism, and the current state of the Senate. Senator Ben Sasse is a politician, author, and former educational administrator from Nebraska. He was elected to the United States Senate in 2014. Sasse is a Republican. As of this airing, his most recent book is titled "Them: Why We Hate Each Other – And How To Heal."

Peter Navarro

26th October 2018

Episode 17

Peter Navarro, Assistant to the President for Trade and Manufacturing Policy, joins to discuss trade wars, tariffs, and the threat from China. Peter Navarro is an American economist who, as of this airing, serves as the Assistant to the President on Trade and Manufacturing Policy. He has written over a dozen books, and directed and produced the documentary Death By China.

Jeff Weaver

2nd November 2018

Episode 18

Jeff Weaver, Bernie Sanders’ former campaign manager, discusses the midterms, progressives, and the political future of Bernie Sanders. Jeff Weaver is an author and political staffer. He was formerly President of Our Revolution and Bernie Sanders’ 2016 campaign manager. He is the author of the book How Bernie Won: Inside the Revolution That’s Taking Back Our Country–and Where We Go from Here, which was published in May 2018.

Max Boot

9th November 2018

Episode 19

Author, columnist and “Never Trumper” Max Boot joins to discuss the 2018 elections and why he’s left the Republican Party and conservative movement. Max Boot is a columnist for The Washington Post and author of the book, The Corrosion of Conservatism.

Tom Steyer

16th November 2018

Episode 20

Tom Steyer, founder of Need To Impeach and NextGen America, joins to discuss the role of money in political advocacy and impeachment. Tom Steyer is a former hedge fund manager, philanthropist, and environmentalist.

Donna Brazile

7th December 2018

Episode 21

Donna Brazile joins Firing Line to discuss her career in politics, working at the DNC in 2016 and the future for Democrats and Republicans. Donna Brazile is a political strategist, campaign manager, author, and former chairperson of the Democratic National Committee. As of this airing, her most recent book is titled, "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics".

Mitch Daniels

14th December 2018

Episode 22

Mitch Daniels, Indiana Governor turned Purdue University president, talks about debt, college campuses and politics from outside the beltway. Mitch Daniels served as the 49th Governor of Indiana from 2005 – 2013.

Caitlyn Jenner

4th January 2019

Episode 23

Caitlyn Jenner discusses her experience since coming out as transgender, and how she’s working with Republicans to advance LGBT equality. Caitlyn Jenner is a media personality, former Olympian, and LGBTQ activist.

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