The Lion Week in Review
Join the writers at The Lion each week as they break down the top news stories that affect families, students, and education.
The Lion is a daily news publication published by The Herzog Foundation.
Episodes
92 episodes
Did the Democrats Pull Off a Blue Wave?
Chris Stigall hosts The Lion Week in Review with Managing Editor Josh Mann. They analyze Tuesday's Democratic wins in VA, NJ, NYC mayoral races—referendum on Trump or blue-state norm? Pelosi retires; AOC rises; Gen Z socialism trends; anti-Semi...
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Episode 92
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27:30
Trump Makes a Deal With China?
Chris Stigall hosts The Lion Week in Review with panelists Josh Mann, Adam Wittenberg, and Michaela Estruth. They discuss President Trump's Asia trip securing trade deals with China, Japan, and South Korea; Gen Z rejecting explicit media for fr...
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Episode 91
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37:39
The FBI Cracks Down on Illegal Sports Gambling in The NBA
Join Chris Stigall on The Lion Week in Review as the panel (Josh Mann, Michaela Estruth, Adam Wittenberg) breaks down the FBI’s major sting in the NBA, a government shutdown entering its fourth week, and President Trump’s controversial White Ho...
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Episode 90
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34:15
Senator Eric Schmitt Speaks on Beating The Left
Join Chris Stigall on a special The Lion Week in Review from Washington, D.C. He interviews White House Correspondent Maggie Little about President Trump’s transparency, health rumors, and Middle East peace trip. Todd Graves, Herzog Foundation ...
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Episode 89
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34:28
BREAKING: Trump Brokers Peace in Israel and The Middle East
The Lion panel unpacks President Trump’s historic Middle East ceasefire with Hamas and Israel, releasing hostages and earning praise as he heads to Jerusalem, with later media reaction. Host Chris Stigall and the team dive into the government s...
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Episode 88
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35:05
The Shutdown Showdown
The Lion panel breaks down the escalating federal government shutdown that kicked off October 1, 2025, as Democrats block funding bills and the Trump administration threatens mass layoffs of federal workers, furloughs for 900,000 employees, and...
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Episode 87
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33:13
President Trump's America Prays Initiative
The Lion breaks down President Donald Trump's bold America Prays Initiative, announced at the Museum of the Bible, championing religious liberty in schools and the Bible's enduring role in American heritage. Host Chris Stigall shares exclusive ...
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Episode 86
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38:42
Is Kimmel Cooked?
The Lion panel dives into the ongoing national response to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, exploring its ripple effects on free speech, faith, and media accountability. Host Chris Stigall and the team dis...
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Episode 85
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34:09
The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
The Lion panel confronts the heartbreaking assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, on a Utah college campus. Host Chris Stigall and the team reflect on Kirk’s legacy as a champion of free speech, faith, and liberty, explori...
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Episode 84
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36:14
DC Debates Vaccines and Crime
Chris Stigall and the panel discuss the MAHA movement’s Capitol Hill hearings, where Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defends vaccine schedule scrutiny. They cover Kansas City’s crime crisis, with a repeat arsonist and officer deaths, and Trump’s Chicago ...
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Episode 83
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36:16
Live From The White House: Trump Administration Discusses Healthcare Reform and More
Live from the White House, Chris Stigall interviews Dr. Mehmet Oz on healthcare reform, Lee Zeldin on energy dominance, and Sebastian Gorka on counterterrorism, discussing third-quarter progress. Oz, leading Medicare/Medicaid, aims to cut waste...
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Episode 82
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37:18
The Fall of Journalism
Chris Stigall hosts one-on-one interviews with Michael Ryan, discussing his book "You Rule" and journalism’s decline; Missouri Rep. Josh Hurlbert on school choice and state policy; and Kansas City Councilmember Nathan Willett on local governanc...
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Episode 81
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37:08
Trump Takes on DC Criminals
Chris Stigall and panelists dive into Trump’s D.C. crime crackdown, Disney’s legal surrender over politics, and new Obama executive branch declassifications. They also explore Missouri’s education lawsuit and surging Christian school enrollment...
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Episode 80
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33:50
Lawmakers Play "Texas Hold 'Em" in Redistricting Battle
Chris Stigall and panelists tackle Texas’ redistricting battle, new Russia hoax revelations, and a St. Louis soccer fan’s ejection for a MAGA hat. They also discuss Missouri’s school scholarship program and John Brennan’s testimony on intellige...
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Episode 79
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33:32
The Russiagate Scandal Blown Wide Open
Chris Stigall and panelists unpack new Russiagate evidence tying Obama to a Soros-funded plot, a disturbing Arkansas murder raising school safety concerns, Democrats’ sinking favorability, Trump’s cryptocurrency mortgage plan, and a religious f...
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Episode 78
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36:57
It's Over For Stephen Colbert
Chris Stigall and panelists discuss Tulsi Gabbard’s evidence of Obama’s 2016 election interference, Trump’s six-month policy wins, a resolution condemning global Christian persecution, Missouri’s school choice lawsuit, and Stephen Colbert’s can...
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Episode 77
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34:15
SPECIAL: Live From Senator Dave McCormick's Energy Summit
Chris Stigall reports from Pittsburgh’s Energy and Innovation Summit, hosted by Senator Dave McCormick. Joined by Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and President Donald Trump, they discuss Pennsylvania’s role in fueling AI and economic growth th...
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Episode 76
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31:31
Scandals Shake Trust
Chris Stigall and panelists unpack the Epstein files fallout, Biden’s cognitive decline cover-up, and Elon Musk’s third-party threat. From Supreme Court wins for churches to TSA’s no-shoe policy, they dive into a week of scandals and policy shi...
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Episode 75
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34:44
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Wins Just in Time for Independence Day
Chris Stigall and panelists discuss the “Big Beautiful Bill” reaching Trump’s desk, Supreme Court victories for parents, and a surge in patriotism. From school choice to border security, they explore how these wins shape America’s future.
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Episode 74
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28:07
Iran Prescribed "Vitamin B2"
Chris Stigall and panelists unpack Trump’s precision strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, NATO’s bold funding deal, and a socialist’s rise in NYC’s mayoral primary. From Texas cracking down on school abuse to California’s Title IX violations, they ...
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Episode 73
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30:22
Is The Autopen Mightier Than The Sword?
Chris Stigall and panelists dive into Israel’s strikes on Iran, escalating tensions, and U.S. involvement debates. They unpack the Minnesota legislator killing, revealing murky motives, and expose the Biden dementia cover-up in Senate hearings....
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Episode 72
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30:06
The Peaceful Protests of Los Angeles
Chris Stigall and The Lion staff discuss the recent riots and unrest in Los Angeles, President Trump's use of the national guard and a possible trade deal between the United States and China.00:00:00 Introduction00:01:11 The Lion in...
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Episode 71
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27:46
Traveling on Air Force One
Chris Stigall interviews DC correspondent Maggie Little about her Air Force One trip with President Trump to Pittsburgh, highlighting steelworkers’ support. The panel discusses biological males in women’s sports, New Hampshire’s school choice g...
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Episode 70
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29:33
Seattle Mayor Blames Christians for ANTIFA Protest?
Chris Stigall and the panel tackle Seattle’s assault on religious liberty, where a mayor blamed Christians for a disrupted Christian rally, prompting FBI scrutiny. Michelle Obama’s podcast remarks downplaying reproduction spark debate, while Ka...
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Episode 69
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29:02
They Covered Up Joe Biden's Condition?
Chris Stigall hosts The Lion Week in Review with panelists Michael Ryan, Adam Wittenberg, and Melissa Ohden. The panel discusses Dr. Ben Carson’s inspiring speech at the Herzog Foundation as a part of our American Dream Speaker Series, Joe Bide...
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Episode 68
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27:43