The Derek Hunter Podcast

Confident People Don't Lie Like This

Except Ilhan Omar, who apparently is't bothered by the prospect.

Question everything and demand proof.

From France to Abdul, it's all the same.

In this episode of The Derek Hunter Podcast, Dean Karayanis dives into a wide-ranging discussion on current events, international relations, and political media narratives. The episode covers critical perspectives on U.S. and European foreign policy regarding Ukraine, energy dependence on Russia, and the political friction surrounding foreign aid. Plus: Media double standards, political branding, and the strategic communication tactics used by public figures and political leaders (with a little Werner Herzog).

It's getting hard to be indifferent to their misery.

No one was as shocked as I was that it was NBC New that did it.

And Democrats try to abort comedy.

Democrats wanted an exemption for themselves. Didn't work out.

In this episode hosted by Dean Karayanis — New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer — the discussion spans sports culture, geopolitical critiques, and media bias. Opening with a breakdown of a chaotic overtime tie between Washington and the New York Giants, Dean praises Giants coach John Harbaugh for restoring a culture of winning, referencing Vince Lombardi's philosophies on excellence versus modern narratives surrounding competitive drives. Middle East & International Relations: A sharp critique of international media coverage surrounding Gaza, the historical context of Israeli unilateral withdrawals, and broader Western foreign policy decisions regarding energy and trade. Energy Markets & Diesel Policy: Analysis of pushbacks against diesel plans, comparing European energy dependencies on Russia with American economic pressures and the media's framing of fuel prices. Media Bias & Public Discourse: Examination of mainstream media coverage, including critiques of high-profile interviews, viral…

Democrats demand you don't notice.

They are the enemies of freedom.

Is that even possible?

Good people don't defend monsters

Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, delivers a commentary on political discourse, historical context, and media coverage. Key topics in the episode include: World War II History and Debates: Addressing the recent clips of Tucker Carlson interviewing former UK Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg. He critiques historical revisionism and simplistic arguments regarding why nations fought in the World Wars, stressing the importance of evaluating historical decisions without relying on faulty hindsight. Economic Realities of Russia vs. the UK: Examining an exchange between Carlson and Rees-Mogg regarding economic scale, hightlighting factual distinctions in GDP versus physical size and criticizes the habit of shifting goalposts during debate. Media Distance and Journalistic Objectivity: Analyzing a clip of David Brooks on PBS NewsHour, taking issue with how mainstream journalists view their relationship with political parties and discusses how media business models shape political…

AOC and college millionaires...

So weird how the motivation just can't be figured out...

Lots of frauds out there, everywhere.

A Tale Of Two Liberal Gay Guys by Derek Hunter

Dean Karayanis, former member of Rush Limbaugh’s “highly overrated staff,” previews his New York Sun column on leftist streamer, Hasan Piker, declaring himself the “Zoomer” version of radio’s greatest of all time. Reactions from Rush’s wife, Kathryn Adams Limbaugh, and David Limbaugh flesh out an angle that’s beyond the expected. You can find the piece at NYSun.com. Analyzing former Vice President Kamala Harris’s comments on the "Off Air with Big Boy" podcast, Derek critiques her take on AI, algorithms, and government regulation. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Media Shift: A breakdown of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s recent media appearances, including her praise for Nancy Pelosi and how she’s availing herself of the option for even the craziest conservatives to buy their way into the establishment by selling out their own party. 9/11 Survey & Historical Memory: A look into a recent Jerusalem Center survey revealing alarming stats on 9/11 awareness and conspiracy theories among younger generations and…

But they never get out of the way for them, which is odd.

If you aren't like him, you do not matter.

The lie serves Democrats, the truth does not.

This is no joking matter.

Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, addresses topics: Obama’s precedent for banning the media — as in Fox News — unfounded panic over artificial intelligence, and the state of the economy/government institutions. President Donald Trump is restricting access for MSNOW and CNN from White House press briefings, with President Barack Obama asking what would happen if he did the same thing as if he didn’t do the same and worse.

Dean Karayanis fills in for Derek Hunter on both the podcast and WMAL radio this Friday discussing caller dynamics, climate change rhetoric, media narratives, and upcoming political races. Dean examines media coverage of hurricane records and climate fearmongering, featuring commentary by Steve Milloy of JunkScience.com as the Daily Mail decides that NO HURRICANES in two years is bad. Plus, President Trump faces the thanklessness of the job, evaluating political messaging, Ken Paxton phoning it in, and more.

A lot of people are making a lot of money, which is all they really care about.

Hot chick? Nope. Anti-Semite rapper? Yep!

And other universal truths.

Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, takes the helm to discuss national security, free speech, and media coverage following the anniversary of 9/11. Dean analyzes the media's framing of recent news events like President Trump backing a united Ireland and $5,000 “dividend” checks to draw public attention, highlights the importance of individual influence in preserving constitutional freedoms, and reflects on Rush Limbaugh’s post-9/11 message regarding civil liberties. The episode also touches on international relations, political strategy, and guest-hosting WMAL's afternoon drivetime today.

Never, ever forget.

I can't defend either, so I won't try.

These people are morons.

And they aren't going to stop, ever.

In this Labor Day edition of the Derek Hunter Podcast, Dean Karayanis — columnist for the New York Sun and longtime Rush Limbaugh staffer — reflects on effective persuasion, advocating for lighthearted mockery over anger when addressing detractors like Canada, enemies like Iran, and the useful idiots who buy their warmed versions of reality. The episode tackles topics including Iranian regime posturing, trade tensions and rhetoric from Canadian leadership, German commentary on American society, and historical reflections on the controversial, divisive Gloria Steinem and Margaret Sanger, the racist eugenicist who founded Planned Parenthood. The show concludes with a reflection on the upcoming 25th anniversary of 9/11, highlighting Dean’s History Author Show interviews with an author, Jessica DuLong, who wrote about the spontaneous Dunkirk-style boat lift that saved half a million people from the Battery in Manhattan. Her book is, “Saved at the Seawall: Stories from the September 11 Boat Lift.” Plus, Dean…

The world is ill-served by what we have now.

Dale Carnegie would not approve.

Truly bad people.

They are worse than you think.

Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, steps in for Derek Hunter to deliver a hard-hitting analysis of current political shifts and cultural double standards. He reacts to Representative James Clyburn’s condemnation of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, using them to highlight the hard left's demand for ideological conformity compared to conservative individualism. The episode also dives into media coverage surrounding the passing of icon Dolly Parton, criticizing partisans for attempting to politicize her legacy. Finally, Dean — whose wife is a “recovering Canadian” —- breaks down escalating trade tensions between the U.S., Canada, and Europe, challenging globalist policies, Canadian trade responses, and foreign reliance on American military protection and markets.

The truth does Democrats zero favors.

Follow the money!

Rest in peace, Ms Parton.

There isn't an evil degenerate they won't embrace.

In this episode, guest host Dean Karayanis fills in on The Derek Hunter Podcast to tackle pressing national and international headlines, focusing on economic policy, foreign relations, and domestic political discourse. U.S.-Canada Trade Relations: Dean examines the media coverage of President Trump's tariffs, arguing that critics ignore long-standing Canadian trade protectionism in sectors like dairy and lumber. He critiques Canadian political figures, including Mark Carney and Justin Trudeau, for pursuing economic ties with Communist China despite human rights concerns while opposing U.S. policies. Geopolitics & Defense Spending: The discussion highlights foreign policy realities, noting that international maritime security and North American defense are heavily subsidized by U.S. taxpayers, while NATO allies often fail to meet agreed-upon defense spending targets. Border Policy & Immigration Realities: Dean compares strict border and third-country asylum enforcement in Canada and Mexico with U.S. border…

Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer, tackles political double standards surrounding military draft deferments, calling out Senator John Ossoff for calling President Trump a “draft dodger,” while President Biden had more medical deferments and President Clinton headed to the U.K. Is avoiding the draft noble or worthy of ridicule? Dean breaks down historical context regarding health exemptions, addresses ignoring the legitimate heroism of President George H.W. Bush and Senator Bob Dole in World War II, and the attacks on National Guardsmen President George W. Bush and Vice President Dan Quayle as “weekend warriors,” while praising Democrats with similar service — all because Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) likes to wrap himself in the flag. This frustration contributed to the rise of Donald Trump. Dean also examines media bias in news aggregators like Apple and Google before diving into a commentary on modern "safetyism," arguing that overprotecting children from physical and…

Guest host Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former member of Rush Limbaugh’s “highly overrated staff,” steps in for Derek Hunter on the Derek Hunter Podcast, sharing key lessons learned while guest-hosting live talk radio on WMAL. Dean analyzes early voting dynamics in the South Carolina Republican primary, contrasting candidate approaches to foreign policy and national security as well as the so-called conservatives who are so eager to trash Republican women. The episode also dives into media narrative shifts, political leadership choices, and current economic pressures surrounding rising healthcare costs and national debt hitting a whopping $40 trillion.

Guest host Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and fill-in for Derek on WMAL this week, tackles modern cultural absurdities, media bias, and political rhetoric looking at the rise of the self-proclaimed "teach-fluencer" trends in public classrooms and the push for internet clout over real influence. Plus, Joe Scarborough’s on Senator John Ossoff, contrasting how the mainstream press handles Democratic controversies versus Republican headlines. Finally, a journalist pushes back on a Democratic House candidate’s false claims of a genocide in Gaza, earning praise for not letting her guest reduce a horrific crime into just another insult.

Dean Karayanis, New York Sun columnist and former member of Rush Limbaugh’s “highly overrated staff,” takes over The Derek Hunter Podcast, diving into hot-and-spicy political debates and cultural issues: Constitutional Debates & Kentucky Politics: Analysis of Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's calls for constitutional amendments, abolishing the Electoral College, and demanding “proof of life” for Sen. Mitch McConnell. Electoral College vs. Popular Vote: A breakdown of James Madison’s original intent, the balance of power between low- and high-population states, and alternative systems like district-based electoral votes. Standards & Identity Politics: A commentary on institutional standards, identity-driven hiring, and the societal pressures around public accountability. Cambridge University’s drive to tick a box by hiring Jason Arday ended, when he could no longer keep up the façade, in him taking his own life because he’d just never been equipped with the tools he needed in life.

Guest host Dean Karayanis steps in for Derek Hunter to break down current political debates, focusing on NYC’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani's hypocrisy on landlords and Amazon delivery subcontractors, border enforcement, and TPS policies. Plus, the left’s attacks — from Vice President Harris to Governor Kathy Hochul of New York — on constitutional structures like the Electoral College and Supreme Court because democracy means they don’t get their way 100% of the time. Plus, Tom Homan as an eloquent spokesman for the dark side of choosing to encourage illegal entry into America.