The Ben Shapiro Show: Sunday Special

In November 2022, the Vatican removed outspoken pro-life Roman Catholic priest Frank Pavone from the priesthood for “blasphemous communications on social media” and “persistent disobedience.” In this episode, Father Frank joins us to discuss the controversy around his dismissal, clergy resistance to addressing abortion, speaking moral truth in the political arena, Pope Francis and the future of the Catholic church, and more. Father Frank Pavone was ordained to the priesthood in 1988 and assigned to St. Charles’s Church in Staten Island. In 1993, he sought and obtained permission from Cardinal John O’Connor to devote his ministry to ending abortion, and was appointed director of Priests for Life. Father Pavone is also the President of the National Pro-Life Religious Council and the chairman of Rachel’s Vineyard, an organization offering weekend retreats in order to “renew, rebuild, and redeem hearts broken by abortion.” Check out the Daily Wire exclusive portion of the conversation st

Our guest, Ana Kasparian, is a progressive political commentator, media host, and journalist. She is the executive producer and co-host of “The Young Turks,” a progressive internet news show with over 5 million YouTube subscribers. In today’s episode, Ana crosses the aisle for a good-faith discussion about breaking ideological bubbles and finding nuance in complex political issues. We’re able to agree — and disagree — on a number of topics, including renewable energy, campaign strategy, localism vs federalism, political power incentives, and the destructive outcomes of liberal policies in California. Plus, we debate nationalized healthcare, labor and economic incentives, and diagnose the current state of the Democrat and Republican parties.

Piers Morgan is a best-selling author, journalist, television personality, and host of Piers Morgan Uncensored on News UK’s new channel TalkTV. Piers has had a distinguished career in media, and the two of us have become friendly opponents over the last decade, while having mutual appreciation for our ongoing dialogue. In today’s episode, we discuss Piers’ public criticism of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and the ensuing controversy that led to his departure from Good Morning Britain. We also discuss JK Rowling’s defense of femininity and we trade opposing takes on the war in Ukraine: its historical comparisons, the U.S.’s involvement, and how the conflict could end. Check out the Daily Wire exclusive portion of the conversation starting at 1:01:16!

James O’Keefe is a writer, guerrilla journalist, and the founder and former President of the non-profit organization, Project Veritas. His investigative work, often involving undercover operatives equipped with hidden cameras, exposed numerous high-profile incidents of corruption, dishonesty, waste, and fraud in both public and private institutions. In February, James was fired by Project Veritas’ board, shortly after breaking a story in which Pfizer’s Director of Research and Development admitted the pharmaceutical company was conducting gain-of-function SARS-CoV-2 research. In today’s episode, we discuss James’ ousting from the organization he founded, and his continued effort to bring truth through journalism to the American public with the creation of his latest venture, O’Keefe Media Group.

Glenn Greenwald is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, constitutional lawyer, and author of four New York Times bestselling books on politics and law. Widely considered a preeminent voice in the defense of free speech and civil liberties, Greenwald’s writing and investigative work has broken a number of major stories on state abuses both in the United States and abroad. Most notably, the 2013 revelation that the NSA was secretly spying on American citizens, as evidenced by classified documents leaked by NSA sub-contractor Edward Snowden. In today’s episode, we discuss the state of honest journalism, whether the NSA, FBI, and CIA can be redeemed, as well as debate U.S. foreign policy and American interventionism from opposing viewpoints.

Dr. James Lindsay is an author, mathematician, cultural critic and founder of New Discourses, a site dedicating to “pursuing the light of objective truth in subjective darkness.” In today’s episode, we discuss Lindsay’s new book “The Marxification of Education," the cult of critical theory and the “long slow march through institutions'' that corrupted the educational system by political activists masquerading as teachers, and how we can ultimately reclaim our schools.

Dr. Voddie Baucham is the Dean of Theology at African Christian University in Lusaka, Zambia. In this Sunday Special, Ben and Voddie discuss the Bible’s relevance to everyday life, and the necessity for discipline and masculinity in a functioning society. Dr. Baucham is an accomplished Martial Artist, celebrated author, and father of nine children.

Christopher Rufo is a writer, filmmaker, and Senior Fellow and Director of the Initiative on Critical Race Theory at the Manhattan Institute. His writings explore many issues such as gender ideology, identity politics, addiction, crime, and the decline of American cities. In this episode, we discuss how to create a free society through duty and responsibility and how Leftist ideology has evolved and planted itself into our social institutions. Plus, we delve into how Chris transitioned from a young Leftist to a force for good in the conservative movement.

Patrick Bet-David is an Iranian-American serial entrepreneur, published author, producer and Founder and CEO of Valuetainment. Bet-David’s YouTube channel is both motivational and educational, featuring interviews with a variety of guests, ranging from politicians like Rod Blagojevich and Anthony Weiner, to athletes like Shaquille O'Neal, Magic Johnson, and Kobe Bryant. In this episode, we discuss his viral interview with Andrew Tate, the wonders of capitalism, how to conduct a fascinating interview, and what it takes to become a part-owner of the New York Yankees.

When we created The Daily Wire, we didn’t do it just to get into politics; we launched this company so that we could have a marked influence on the culture of America. So when we saw what was happening with Disney, the most influential children's brand on the planet, we knew we couldn’t sit still. We immediately got to work, and announced a commitment of $100M over 3 years to launch a children's entertainment company. Just this past week, we realized the launch of that commitment, and we call it Bentkey. I was joined by my Daily Wire co founder Jeremy Boreing to talk about our journey to get here, and what we hope to achieve with our company in the future.

In the wake of the devastating Hamas attacks on October 7th, we were joined by a figure central to Israeli politics and international diplomacy, Naftali Bennett. Bennett has been a dynamic figure in Israeli politics. His journey is marked by a transition from a high-achieving soldier in the Israel Defense Forces' elite Sayeret Matkal and Maglan units, to a successful tech entrepreneur. As the 13th Prime Minister of Israel, and later the Alternate Prime Minister, Bennett navigated through tumultuous times, marking his tenure with significant decisions on domestic and international fronts. In this episode, we discussed the events of October 7th and the ongoing war in an attempt to understand their implications on the future of Israel and the Middle East.

Tim Kennedy’s life story is a tapestry of achievements. Both a distinguished Green Beret sniper and UFC headliner, Tim's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, discipline, and versatility. When war breaks out, Tim runs towards danger to help. In today's conversation, we will not only honor Tim's military achievements but also confront the hard truths he's encountered in warzones and at our border. We'll discuss the lessons learned from Afghanistan – the bravery, the sacrifices, and the painful realities of a war that has shaped a generation of soldiers.