Episodes

The case of Lindsay Clancy, which has been deemed a mistrial, continues to divide the country with many opinions swarming online about whether or not she murdered her three children. The Spectacle Podcast host Melissa Mackenzie sorts through the noise and challenges the cultural narratives posed by both the Left and the Right. Melissa points out the evidence that suggests that Clancy was not responsible, and cites prior mishandled cases like the Duke Lacrosse rape case and George Floyd that sho...

The Trump administration is working hard to enforce immigration policies and prevent illegal aliens from entering and infiltrating our country. The Census Bureau even reported 2.9 million fewer foreign-born people than a year prior, indicating the effectiveness of Trump’s ‘tough on immigration’ tactics. The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay credit the Trump administration for matters the media is overlooking. They discuss the increase in ICE deportations, the increase in...

One wife posted her husband’s private notes to their child on TikTok, and instead of praising the gesture, she criticized him for not meeting her expectations. This is one piece of a bigger phenomenon of spouses going on social media to demean and complain about their significant other, making the internet involved in an otherwise private marital conflict. The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay express their concerns about oversharing online, and the dangers about posting...

A new study found that 31 percent of Gen Z regrets casting their vote for Donald Trump in the 2024 election. Consequently, Gen Zers are the most pessimistic about America’s future compared to previous generations. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss the attitudes of Gen Z and whether or not they agree with the study’s findings. Lyrah and Madelynn explain how Gen Z’s craving for instant gratification has led Gen Z to look down upon America, and offer enco...

Using terms like “birthing people,” “chestfeeding,” and “LatinX” is being discouraged by Democrats like Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and even Gavin Newsom. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin expound on the Left’s retreat from their woke language and why their political messaging failed to resonate with voters. They discuss how the Democrats are desperate to resonate with voters once again, and what it means for future elections. Tune in to hear their discussi...

In addressing Jewish Democrats, Dana Nessel suggested that they should follow in the footsteps of their ancestor, Queen Esther, and “sacrifice the comfort, safety, and security, and even the very future of our own people” to support Abdul El-Sayed’s bid for the Senate. The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay criticize Nessel’s comments and offer the correct interpretation of the Biblical account of Esther. They address the anti-semitism problem festering on the Left, and e...

A growing number of Americans are learning to embrace self-sufficiency. New data from Curion found that nearly 70 percent of Americans make, grow, or preserve their own food at home. Robert and Jill Malone, authors of Homesteading for Health: One Farm Family’s Guide to Food, Land, and Self-Sufficiency, join The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay to discuss their homesteading journey and the lessons they’ve acquired along the way. The Malones expand on everything one shoul...

What do Democrats like Kathy Hochul, James Talerico, and Gavin Newsom have in common? All three are paying homage to Islam for political gain. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss Hochul wearing a hijab, Talerico’s quoting an Islamic mystic during a church sermon, and Newsom recognizing two Islamic holidays as state holidays. They explain the Left’s double standard between other religions and Christianity, and call out the Democrats’ political pandering. ...

Ten organizations — including Planned Parenthood, the Center for Reproductive Rights and the National Women’s Law Center — are receiving more than $10 million in donations from Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Festival. More than 45,000 people attended to hear music from Rodrigo and other artists such as Chappell Roan, Mitski and Doechii. On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss Rodrigo’s intentions with the concert and the pushback from peace...

Back in the day, there used to be social norms where people who didn’t get in line with what was accepted were typically teased or told to change their behavior. Now that social standards have collapsed, we have what Melissa calls “an overabundance of weirdos.” The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay explain how the decline in public conduct warrants some sort of social correction. They discuss how people have become more sensitive to criticism and how parents, team sports...

Flock cameras are becoming a controversial topic over whether they violate an American’s civil liberties. With constant surveillance in public spaces and even homes, what are these companies doing with our information? The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay address their concerns about public surveillance and the problems within its infrastructure. Melissa and Scott point to increased crime and less enforcement as the reason why more Flock cameras are being used, and how ...

President Trump placed a 90-day tariff relief on ground beef, allowing up to 300,000 metric tons of beef from importers. Trump has also indicated that the imported beef will be sold at 25 percent below market prices, noting that the price of ground beef reached a record average $6.89 per pound this year. The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss Trump’s beef policy and the broader issue of America’s struggling economy. They cover how the rising costs of gas, cars, ho...

University Greek life is in full swing as colleges start the new school year, and social media continues to blow up with “RushTok” — girls dancing to popular songs and attempting to convince prospective sorority sisters to join. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss the trends behind RushTok and how it is impacting young women’s college experiences. They debate whether these Rush experiences are worth it and whether it portrays toxic beauty standards. Tune...

As closing arguments in Lindsay Clancy’s case are being made this week, a bizarre number of moms — in person and on social media — are showing their support for Clancy and defending her actions of murdering her three children. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin revisit the Clancy case and respond to the growing movement of women who are speaking out “in solidarity” with Clancy. Lyrah and Madelynn reject normalizing these behaviors and violent actions toward chi...

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, who formerly played for Louisiana State University and won the Heisman trophy in 2023, became the target of a joke amongst sports leagues due to a dispute over not retiring his LSU number five. Regina Jackson (Daniels’ mom and manager) sent the university a cease-and-desist letter that they wipe all references and stop selling items related to Daniels and his likeness. The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay explain the dam...

Declassified documents from the FBI from an operation codenamed “Freshman 15” identified Christine Fang, or “Fang Fang,” as a Chinese intelligence spy connected with disgraced Sen. Eric Swalwell. Fang raised money illegally for Swalwell, had a sexual relationship with him, and placed Chinese-linked interns in Congress. In a separate case, court documents released this month also revealed that former Playmate Audra Christiansen’s story of being sexually assaulted and trafficked by Jeffrey Epstei...

Jason Arday, who was a former professor at the University of Cambridge, was found dead last week. In the weeks before his death, Arday had been the subject of controversy over alleged plagiarism in his academic papers and questionable achievements listed on his CV. The Spectacle Podcast host Scott McKay and Townhall senior columnist Kurt Schlichter go through the circumstances surrounding Arday’s death and why the Left is hailing him as a martyr ‘driven to death by racists.’ They discuss Arday’...

Parents part of the Community Members for Religious Neutrality in Public Schools sued the Palo Alto Unified School District for a field trip to a local mosque where students were pushed to participate in the religious practices of Islam as part of a “social justice pathway program.” During the trip, Qurans were handed out to students, female students were wearing hijabs, and photos of these students were posted on social media without consent. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Ma...

“People who are stealing things like toothpaste … like soap … if you’re stealing those things you need them,” Democratic socialist Emily Gallagher stated. Gallagher is an assemblywoman and represents New York City’s District 50, and her comments about “crimes of poverty” were widely criticized online. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin react to her statement and give context to how shoplifters are prosecuted in New York, and the ample resources given to New Yor...

As the Democratic Socialists of America continue to take over the Democratic Party, DSA leaders like Zohran Mamdani, Francesca Hong, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (and much more) have graced the American public with a barrage of terrible ideas and dumb moments that are laughable. The Spectacle Podcast host Scott McKay and producers Grace Keller and Madelynn McLaughlin list off their favorite ‘DSA Morons’ and highlight key moments that make these communists extra special. Grace crowns Zohran Mamdani ...

“A burrito should not cost $20.” This statement is at the crux of a heated debate amongst conservatives regarding the affordability crisis and Gen Z’s financial situation. The Spectacle Podcast host Scott McKay and producers Grace Keller and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss ‘Burritogate’ and the underlying issues that keep Gen Z in financial straits — namely, student debt, useless college degrees, and DEI hiring practices. Grace, Madelynn, and Scott elaborate on urban housing and how Gen Z can’t aff...

The Duxbury child killings case, in which Lindsay Clancy murdered her three children, is undergoing trial in Massachusetts. Clancy pleaded not guilty to three charges of first-degree murder, but is claiming a lack of criminal responsibility, as her defense team is emphasizing the 13 psychiatric medications that allegedly caused her postpartum psychosis. The Spectacle Podcast host Scott McKay is joined by podcast producers Grace Keller and Madelynn McLaughlin to unravel tragic details of the Cla...

Countries such as Britain, Australia and China are implementing strict regulations or bans on social media use for children, citing concerns that social media addiction is contributing to mental health issues. A writer at the New York Times shared her concerns about how artificial intelligence could create similar problems down the road. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin discuss the future of AI and its relational allure as a potential danger. They emphasize t...

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who has been engaged to Riley Roberts since 2022, shared a video of herself injecting hormones as she announced that she will be freezing her eggs. On this episode of The Spectator P.M. Podcast, hosts Lyrah Margo and Madelynn McLaughlin respond to her decision to freeze her eggs, offering criticism and discussing the negative reactions from conservatives, including Allie Beth Stuckey. Lyrah and Madelynn point out the risks associated with egg harvesting and the IVF pro...