Topic: Hugh Hewitt

5 chapters across the catalog

Umpty Ump
Episode 1709 1:01:25 - 1:04:49

1709: Umpty Ump

Jonathan Capehart, Washington Post Election Coverage

A heated exchange occurred on Washington Post Live between host Jonathan Capehart and columnist Hugh Hewitt regarding election integrity. Hewitt pointed out that a court in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, ruled in favor of the RNC after officials illegally turned voters away. Capehart expressed frustration with Hewitt's "lecturing" on reporting, highlighting the internal divisions within major media organizations.

Umpty Ump
Episode 1709 1:04:49 - 1:07:46

1709: Umpty Ump

Hugh Hewitt, Washington Post Live Rage Quit

Columnist Hugh Hewitt abruptly left a live Washington Post broadcast after a disagreement over the fairness of the segment's framing. Hewitt argued that the show was failing to report the full story regarding successful Republican legal challenges in Pennsylvania. Following his departure, the remaining guests experienced technical glitches, leading to an awkward conclusion of the program.

Shetard
Episode 1374 41:33 - 44:39

1374: Shetard

Physician Fatigue, Dr. Francis Collins on Natural Immunity

A concierge physician in Houston reportedly pushes vaccines to reduce the personal burden of COVID-19 protocols on medical staff. The segment includes a clip of NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins on the Hugh Hewitt show, where Collins argues that natural immunity is less effective against the Delta variant than vaccination.

Mooch and Stoll
Episode 1139 31:06 - 34:32

1139: Mooch and Stoll

Anthony Scaramucci's Critique of Steve Bannon and Reince Priebus

Anthony Scaramucci delivers a harsh critique of Steve Bannon's appearance and background, calling him a "Harvard-educated cuck draped in contemporary hobo." He challenges both Bannon and Reince Priebus to a public debate, claiming Priebus was an insecure "C player" who failed as Chief of Staff. Scaramucci asserts that Priebus has since kept a low profile in Wisconsin after burning bridges in Washington.

Lumpy Lips
Episode 782 20:47 - 24:18

782: Lumpy Lips

Ben Carson and the Ethics of Killing Children

Moderator Hugh Hewitt asks Ben Carson if he is "ruthless" enough to order airstrikes that would kill thousands of innocent children. Carson responds with a metaphor about his experience as a pediatric neurosurgeon, comparing the pain of surgery to the necessity of war. The hosts criticize the question as bizarre and compare the "ruthless" framing to historical figures like Winston Churchill.