Last reviewed: September 2026 · Reviewed by the Breaking Battlegrounds editorial team
Looking for the best conservative podcasts to follow in 2026? The right choice depends on whether you prefer daily political commentary, interviews with public officials, constitutional analysis, election coverage or discussions of culture and society.
This guide compares conservative and right-of-center podcasts by their hosts, subject matter, format, publishing schedule and listening options. It includes established commentary programs, interview-based shows and podcasts with a more specific focus on law, elections or public policy.
Breaking Battlegrounds is also included in this guide. Because our team produces the show, we identify that relationship and use the same comparison criteria to describe it.
What Are Conservative Podcasts?
Conservative podcasts discuss politics, public policy, culture and current events from conservative or right-of-center perspectives. Shows differ widely: some focus on daily political commentary, others on elections, constitutional law, culture, media or faith.
Conservative Podcasts at a Glance
| Rank | Podcast | Host(s) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ben Shapiro Show | Ben Shapiro | Daily news and policy |
| 2 | The Mark Levin Podcast | Mark Levin | Constitutional commentary |
| 3 | The Dan Bongino Show | Dan Bongino | Daily news, law enforcement |
| 4 | The Charlie Kirk Show | Andrew Kolvet and team | Young conservatives, campus issues |
| 5 | The Sean Hannity Show | Sean Hannity | Newsmaker interviews |
| 6 | The Glenn Beck Program | Glenn Beck | History meets current events |
| 7 | The Matt Walsh Show | Matt Walsh | Culture and social issues |
| 8 | The Michael Knowles Show | Michael Knowles | Politics and philosophy |
| 9 | Verdict with Ted Cruz | Ted Cruz, Ben Ferguson | Senate and Supreme Court |
| 10 | Breaking Battlegrounds | Chuck Warren, Sam Stone | Elections and battleground states |
| 11 | The Guy Benson Show | Guy Benson | Balanced-tone interviews |
| 12 | The Federalist Radio Hour | The Federalist | Policy conversations |
| 13 | The Victor Davis Hanson Show | Victor Davis Hanson | History and foreign policy |
| 14 | The Tucker Carlson Show | Tucker Carlson | Long-form interviews |
| 15 | The Megyn Kelly Show | Megyn Kelly | Media, law and culture |
| 16 | The Jesse Kelly Show | Jesse Kelly | Opinionated commentary |
| 17 | Louder with Crowder | Steven Crowder | Comedy and debate |
| 18 | The Andrew Klavan Show | Andrew Klavan | Culture through books and film |
| 19 | Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey | Allie Beth Stuckey | Christian perspective |
| 20 | The WallBuilders Show | WallBuilders | Faith, history, Constitution |
| 21 | The Rubin Report | Dave Rubin | Free speech, classical liberal |
| 22 | The Daily Wire | Network | A full lineup of shows |
| 23 | The Blaze | Network | A full lineup of shows |
Numbers group shows by topic; they are not a quality ranking.
How We Selected These Podcasts
- Publishing activity: how often new episodes come out.
- Topic coverage: politics, policy, law, culture, media or faith.
- Host background: documented professional experience.
- Format: commentary, interviews, panels or long-form conversation.
- Platform availability: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and Rumble.
- Audience indicators: public chart positions and rankings, cited with dates where used.
How We Compare Conservative Podcasts
There is no single measure that determines which political podcast is best for every listener. A useful comparison considers several factors:
Subject matter: Does the show focus on daily news, elections, constitutional law, public policy, culture or international affairs?
Hosts and guests: What experience do the presenters and guests bring to the topics they discuss?
Format: Is the program primarily commentary, interviews, debates, panel discussions or long-form conversations?
Publishing schedule: Does it release episodes daily, weekly or on another schedule?
Listening options: Is it available on your preferred podcast app or video platform?
Audience information: Are audience figures or chart positions publicly available, and can they be verified from a dated source?
We use these criteria to help readers compare shows by their interests. The order of programs in this guide should not be interpreted as a verified ranking of audience size or overall quality.
Best Conservative Podcasts for National Politics & Daily News
1. The Ben Shapiro Show
Host: Ben Shapiro ·
Network: The Daily Wire ·
Format: Commentary and interviews ·
Schedule: Weekdays, plus a Sunday Special
Ben Shapiro, co-founder of The Daily Wire, covers U.S. politics, policy fights and culture in a fast, argument-driven style. The Sunday Special features long-form interviews with authors, politicians and public figures.
Why it’s included: It is one of the most established shows in conservative media and one of the most frequent publishers.
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2. The Mark Levin Podcast
Host: Mark Levin ·
Network: Westwood One ·
Format: Political and legal commentary ·
Schedule: Weekdays
Mark Levin, a constitutional lawyer, author and former Reagan administration official, focuses on the Constitution, the courts and the size of government. The podcast carries his nationally syndicated radio show.
Why it’s included: It offers the deepest constitutional focus among the daily shows.
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3. The Dan Bongino Show
Host: Dan Bongino ·
Network: Cumulus Podcast Network ·
Format: Commentary and interviews ·
Schedule: Weekdays, 10 a.m.–noon ET
Dan Bongino, a former NYPD officer and Secret Service agent, left the show in March 2025 to serve as FBI deputy director. He relaunched it on Feb 2, 2026 as a two-hour daily show, with video streaming exclusively on Rumble. Before his hiatus, it routinely finished in the top five of Podtrac’s rankings.
Why it’s included: It is one of the most-downloaded conservative shows, with a national-security and law-enforcement lens.
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4. The Charlie Kirk Show
Hosts: Andrew Kolvet and the Turning Point USA team ·
Network: Salem Podcast Network ·
Format: Commentary and interviews ·
Schedule: Weekdays
Charlie Kirk founded the show and hosted it until he was killed at a Utah Valley University event in September 2025. His longtime producer Andrew Kolvet and the Turning Point USA team have carried it on since, covering elections, campus politics, free speech and faith.
Why it’s included: It remains a leading show for younger conservatives and campus issues.
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5. The Sean Hannity Show
Host: Sean Hannity ·
Format: Commentary and interviews ·
Schedule: Weekdays
The podcast version of Hannity’s syndicated radio show covers elections, legislation and national politics. It features frequent interviews with members of Congress, administration officials and candidates.
Why it’s included: It is the best pick for listeners who want newsmaker interviews rather than monologues.
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6. The Glenn Beck Program
Host: Glenn Beck, with Stu Burguiere ·
Network: Blaze Media ·
Format: Commentary and analysis ·
Schedule: Weekdays
Glenn Beck puts current events in historical and philosophical context, often building full episodes around a single theme.
Why it’s included: It pairs daily news with history and cultural analysis.
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7. The Matt Walsh Show
Matt Walsh focuses on culture, family, education and gender debates, in a deliberately provocative style.
Why it’s included: It has the strongest emphasis on social and cultural issues among the daily shows.
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8. The Michael Knowles Show
Michael Knowles mixes daily political news with conservative political philosophy, religion and history. He was the original co-host of Verdict with Ted Cruz.
Why it’s included: It combines daily commentary with political philosophy.
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Conservative Podcasts for Elections and Public Policy
Listeners interested in election strategy, government decisions and public policy may prefer programs that interview people involved in these areas.
1. Verdict with Ted Cruz
Hosts: Sen. Ted Cruz, Ben Ferguson ·
Format: Legal, political and constitutional commentary ·
Schedule: Several episodes a week
A sitting senator and former Texas solicitor general breaks down Supreme Court decisions, Senate fights and constitutional questions. Ben Ferguson co-hosts; Michael Knowles co-hosted when the show launched.
Why it’s included: It gives legal and constitutional issues particular emphasis. See also our top Supreme Court podcasts.
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2. Breaking Battlegrounds
Hosted by Chuck Warren and Sam Stone, Breaking Battlegrounds features conversations with elected officials, policymakers, legal experts, journalists and other guests. Its coverage includes U.S. elections, battleground states, government and public policy.
Best suited to: Listeners who prefer interviews and discussions about elections, policy decisions and the people involved in American public affairs.
Format: Weekly interviews and discussion.
Disclosure: Breaking Battlegrounds is produced by our team and is included in this guide using the same general comparison criteria as other shows.
Explore the Breaking Battlegrounds political podcast for episode details and listening options.
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3. The Guy Benson Show
Host: Guy Benson ·
Network: Fox News Radio ·
Format: Commentary and interviews ·
Schedule: Weekdays
Guy Benson, political editor at Townhall and a Fox News contributor, covers politics, culture and current events with interviews that range across both parties.
Why it’s included: It combines sharp analysis with a measured tone.
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4. The Federalist Radio Hour
Network: The Federalist ·
Format: Interviews and policy discussion
The Federalist’s editors interview journalists, authors and policymakers in long-form conversations on politics, policy and culture. Federalist senior editor David Harsanyi has appeared on Breaking Battlegrounds.
Why it’s included: It offers longer-form policy discussion.
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5. The Victor Davis Hanson Show
Host: Victor Davis Hanson ·
Format: Historical and political commentary
Hoover Institution historian Victor Davis Hanson examines current politics and foreign affairs through military and classical history.
Why it’s included: It brings historical depth to current politics and foreign policy.
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Conservative Podcasts for Culture, Society & Media
1. The Tucker Carlson Show
Host: Tucker Carlson ·
Format: Long-form interviews and commentary
After leaving Fox News in 2023, Tucker Carlson built an independent show around extended conversations with politicians, journalists, academics and foreign leaders on politics, foreign affairs, immigration and media.
Why it’s included: It is built around long-form interviews rather than daily news.
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2. The Megyn Kelly Show
Host: Megyn Kelly ·
Format: Interviews and commentary ·
Schedule: Weekdays
The former Fox News and NBC anchor, who is also a lawyer, covers politics, media, legal fights and culture through commentary and high-profile guests.
Why it’s included: It combines current-events commentary with long-form interviews.
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3. The Jesse Kelly Show
Host: Jesse Kelly ·
Network: iHeartPodcasts ·
Format: Commentary
Marine veteran Jesse Kelly delivers blunt, highly opinionated commentary on politics, government and culture.
Why it’s included: It offers a distinctive, unfiltered commentary style.
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4. Louder with Crowder
Host: Steven Crowder ·
Format: Commentary, debate, comedy and interviews
Steven Crowder mixes political commentary with sketch comedy, street interviews and debate.
Why it’s included: It is the leading comedy-driven show on this list.
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5. The Andrew Klavan Show
Novelist Andrew Klavan reads politics through literature, film, history and faith.
Why it’s included: It is one of the more literary shows in conservative media.
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Conservative Podcasts Covering Faith, Values & Ideology
1. Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey
Allie Beth Stuckey discusses news, culture and theology from a conservative Christian perspective.
Why it’s included: It pairs political news with longer conversations on faith and family.
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2. The WallBuilders Show
Organization: WallBuilders ·
Format: Faith, history and policy discussion
This show examines current issues through biblical, historical and constitutional lenses.
Why it’s included: It connects faith and American history to current policy debates.
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3. The Rubin Report
Host: Dave Rubin ·
Format: Interviews and commentary
Dave Rubin focuses on free speech, politics and culture. He is often described as center-right or classical liberal rather than traditionally conservative, so his classification varies by source.
Why it’s included: It brings a free-speech and classical-liberal angle.
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Conservative Media Networks & Podcast Platforms
1. The Daily Wire
The Daily Wire produces several shows on this list: Ben Shapiro, Matt Walsh, Michael Knowles and Andrew Klavan. It also produces Morning Wire, a short daily news briefing.
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2. The Blaze
Blaze Media is home to Glenn Beck, Allie Beth Stuckey and other political and cultural shows.
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Top Conservative Podcast Hosts
The best-known conservative podcast hosts in 2026 include Ben Shapiro, Mark Levin, Dan Bongino, Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity, Glenn Beck and Matt Walsh. Here are the hosts in this guide, A–Z.
| Host | Show (#) | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Beck, Glenn | The Glenn Beck Program (6) | Founder of Blaze Media |
| Benson, Guy | The Guy Benson Show (11) | Townhall political editor, Fox News contributor |
| Bongino, Dan | The Dan Bongino Show (3) | Former Secret Service agent and FBI deputy director |
| Carlson, Tucker | The Tucker Carlson Show (14) | Former Fox News host |
| Crowder, Steven | Louder with Crowder (17) | Comedian and commentator |
| Cruz, Ted | Verdict with Ted Cruz (9) | U.S. senator from Texas |
| Ferguson, Ben | Verdict with Ted Cruz (9) | Radio host |
| Hannity, Sean | The Sean Hannity Show (5) | Fox News host |
| Hanson, Victor Davis | The Victor Davis Hanson Show (13) | Hoover Institution historian |
| Kelly, Jesse | The Jesse Kelly Show (16) | Marine veteran |
| Kelly, Megyn | The Megyn Kelly Show (15) | Former Fox News and NBC anchor, lawyer |
| Klavan, Andrew | The Andrew Klavan Show (18) | Novelist |
| Knowles, Michael | The Michael Knowles Show (8) | Daily Wire host |
| Kolvet, Andrew | The Charlie Kirk Show (4) | Longtime producer, now host |
| Levin, Mark | The Mark Levin Podcast (2) | Constitutional lawyer, author |
| Rubin, Dave | The Rubin Report (21) | Commentator |
| Shapiro, Ben | The Ben Shapiro Show (1) | Daily Wire co-founder |
| Stone, Sam / Warren, Chuck | Breaking Battlegrounds (10) | Our hosts |
| Stuckey, Allie Beth | Relatable (19) | Christian author and commentator |
| Walsh, Matt | The Matt Walsh Show (7) | Daily Wire host |
How to Choose the Right Conservative Podcast
Start with the subjects you want to follow most closely. If you want frequent updates on the day’s news, a daily commentary program may suit you. If you want to understand legislation, court decisions or election strategy in more depth, an interview-based or policy-focused show may be a better fit.
Next, consider the presentation style. Some hosts emphasize strong opinions and debate; others devote more time to interviews or explaining the background to a policy issue. Listening to a few recent episodes is a practical way to decide whether a program matches your interests.
Finally, check the show’s recent publishing activity and official listening platforms. Older popularity claims may not reflect a program’s current audience or schedule.
How Podcast Popularity Is Measured
Podcast rankings and audience estimates can measure different things, including downloads, audience reach and chart performance. Their methodologies, reporting periods and participating publishers may differ.
When citing a popularity claim, identify the source, reporting period and metric. Do not treat a chart position on one platform as proof that a show is the most popular across all platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best conservative podcasts in 2026?
The answer depends on your interests and preferred format. This guide compares programs covering daily political news, constitutional issues, public policy, elections, culture and long-form interviews.
What are the top conservative podcasts for political news?
Programs such as The Ben Shapiro Show, The Mark Levin Podcast and The Dan Bongino Show cover political news and commentary. Check their official pages for current formats and schedules.
Which conservative podcasts focus on elections and public policy?
Breaking Battlegrounds features interviews and discussions about elections, battleground states, government and policy. Other programs may cover these topics through commentary, legal analysis or interviews.
How should I compare conservative podcasts?
Compare topics, hosts, format, publishing frequency, listening options and verifiable audience information. Choose based on the content and presentation style that best fits your interests.
Where can I listen to conservative podcasts?
Availability varies by program. Check the official website or show profile for current links to podcast apps and video platforms.
Editorial Methodology & Sources
This guide is an editorial comparison based on public information: each show’s feed and official pages, network announcements, and public rankings from Podtrac, Triton Digital and Edison Research. Hosts, networks and schedules change, so we recheck the list regularly.
Key sources: Cumulus Media on the Dan Bongino Show relaunch · Barrett Media on Bongino’s return · Radio Ink on The Charlie Kirk Show’s hosts
Last reviewed: October 2026
