250 Years of Liberty: Bret Baier’s Argument for America

FOX News Anchor and White House Correspondent Aishah Hasnie is in China, ahead of President Trump’s trip to Beijing. She discusses the high-stakes summit and what it could mean for the U.S.-China relationship as President Trump is set to meet with Xi Jinping to discuss a variety of issues. Aishah also examines the implications of U.S. weapon shipments to Taiwan and assesses whether these conversations could help speed up the end of the war with Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In March 2026, Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman was shot and killed by an unvetted migrant in Chicago. Her family believes this tragedy was entirely preventable and stems from the failure of sanctuary city policies. Martha sat down with the Gorman family to discuss how they are coping just seven weeks after the loss of their vibrant 18-year-old daughter. Thomas, Jessica, and Madelon Gorman share memories of Sheridan’s life and discuss their fight for justice, urging leaders to reevaluate policies to ensure no other family has to endure such an unbearable loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the United States approaches a historic milestone, FOX News Chief Political Anchor and Host of Special Report Bret Baier highlights his new book, The Case for America. He discusses the rising political stars in the Republican party and provides an update on the ongoing war with Iran. Bret shares a hopeful perspective on national unity as the country heads toward this major anniversary and a high-stakes midterm election cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Technology and healthcare futurist Jamie Metzl discusses the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence and the urgent need for ethical guidelines to ensure it is used responsibly. He introduces his new book, The AI 10 Commandments, co-authored with GPT-5, which provides principles to help humans utilize the technology responsibly.   Jamie highlights the importance of finding a balance between accelerating development in the global AI race and establishing the guardrails necessary to prevent irreversible harm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ambassador and Chief of Protocol of the United States, Monica Crowley, reveals the high-stakes planning behind King Charles III's historic U.S. State Visit.Ambassador Crowley discusses the precision required for the King and Queen’s arrival and the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence. She explores the intricate balance of tradition and power, from the historic Blair House to President Trump’s high-pressure upcoming summit in Beijing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday, U.K. Ambassador Christian Turner joined Martha as King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Washington, D.C. for a historic tour. Against the backdrop of the 250th anniversary of American independence and a mounting war in Iran, they discussed the immense preparation behind the King’s first U.S. visit as monarch and whether personal diplomacy can overcome political tensions between President Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Martha revisits her conversation with Joanna Schroeder and Christopher Pepper, who highlight their book, Talk To Your Boys, which includes 16 conversations that parents can have with their teenage sons. Joanna and Christopher share ways to deepen the bond between parents and their sons on a face-to-face level. They emphasize the importance of active parenting through the middle and high school years to help boys navigate modern pressures like social media, masculinity, and mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can love bridge a political divide? The co-anchor of America’s Newsroom, co-host of The Five, and host of the Perino on Politics podcast, Dana Perino, discusses her brand-new breakout novel, Purple State. She explains why she chose the ultimate purple state to tell a story about young women stepping out of their comfort zones and discovering that Americans are far less polarized than the headlines suggest.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is the blockade on Iran failing? Wall Street Journal Editor-at-Large Gerry Baker dives into President Trump's high-stakes strategy and the nuclear threat of Iran. As the U.S. military maintains a strict blockade in the Middle East, he questions the long-term effectiveness of the current campaign. Gerry analyzes whether the current pressure is enough to topple the regime. He discusses the potential for a negotiated deal, the role of China and Russia in the conflict, and the public "scuffle" with the Vatican over the morality of the war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Research fellow with Hudson Institute's Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East, Zineb Riboua, examines the evolving tension between the U.S. and Iran, specifically Iran’s strategic alignment with China. She describes how Chinese investment in the Middle East has provided the regime with technological and financial support.  Zineb analyzes the potential for widespread protests and civil unrest within Iran, driven by the severe economic strain of the ongoing conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices