Jason in the House

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There is always someone doing something stupid somewhere. Dive deeper than the headlines and the party lines, as Jason Chaffetz takes on American life, politics, and entertainment. Join the former Chair of the House Oversight Committee, FOX News Contributor and two-time New York Times Best Selling Author every Wednesday as he sheds light on the news and makes some predictions along the way. You never know who will drop in. read less

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The Faces Behind The Viral Sensation

The Faces Behind The Viral Sensation

Have you heard of the Scarlotta Twins? After Jason’s interview with the viral brothers, JoJo and Nicky Scarlotta, you’ll get to know a little more about them. JoJo and Nicky detail how they discovered their shared passion for creating content and how they cultivated such a large social media presence. Plus, they provide insight on how to make a living off TikTok while remaining cognizant of how social media differs from real life. Jason emphasizes his frustration with the Biden Administration's handling of the evolving war in the Middle East and the United States’ relationship with known allies. He also highlights why he believes President Biden’s stance on foreign conflicts is reminiscent of President Obama’s policies. Bringing On The Stupid: As a resident of the Intermountain West, Jason loves partaking in the immense beauty of the nature around him. So, of course, he had to highlight the stupidity of two men who were caught on camera vandalizing rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Follow Jason on X: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Faces Behind The Viral Sensation

The Faces Behind The Viral Sensation

Have you heard of the Scarlotta Twins? After Jason’s interview with the viral brothers, JoJo and Nicky Scarlotta, you’ll get to know a little more about them. JoJo and Nicky detail how they discovered their shared passion for creating content and how they cultivated such a large social media presence. Plus, they provide insight on how to make a living off TikTok while remaining cognizant of how social media differs from real life. Jason emphasizes his frustration with the Biden Administration's handling of the evolving war in the Middle East and the United States’ relationship with known allies. He also highlights why he believes President Biden’s stance on foreign conflicts is reminiscent of President Obama’s policies. Bringing On The Stupid: As a resident of the Intermountain West, Jason loves partaking in the immense beauty of the nature around him. So, of course, he had to highlight the stupidity of two men who were caught on camera vandalizing rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Follow Jason on X: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Congressman Jody Hice On A Return To "Regular Order"

Former Congressman Jody Hice On A Return To "Regular Order"

Jason is joined by his former colleague and friend, former Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) as they discuss Hice's new book Sacred Trust: Election Integrity and the Will of the People. Rep. Hice shares the top concerns he has with how the government is functioning, and why he believes a return to "regular order" is desperately needed. Later, Jody looks back on his beginnings as the son of a Georgia laborer, his rise to the headlines as a pastor that fought the IRS, and how he originally made his way to Congress. Bring On The Stupid: The Biden administration appointing Zakiya Carr Johnson as the State Department’s new Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, who made her career in slamming America for perpetuating a system based in "patriarchy and colonialism". Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Collins Knows What’s Wrong With Congress

Doug Collins Knows What’s Wrong With Congress

It’s time for Jason to dial up his good friend and former colleague, former Congressman Doug Collins (R-GA)! They reminisce on their experience serving in Congress together and emphasize that despite frequent dysfunction behind the House chambers, it was the founder’s original intent to have an arduous legislative process. Jason and Congressman Collins also highlight a few key points about how modern news and social media have negatively impacted Congress and the changes they would make to improve the institution. Bring On The Stupid: A recent Daily Mail poll shows only 38% of voters think President Biden will be alive at the end of a second term and more than one-third believe Vice President Harris will be president by January 2029. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charly Arnolt Asks For What She Wants

Charly Arnolt Asks For What She Wants

Jason sits down with the former moderator of ESPN's First Take and the Host of 'Outkick The Morning,' Charly Arnolt. They discuss how her upbringing influenced her passion for journalism and her career trajectory from a local to a national television station. Charly reveals a telling anecdote about the importance of not being afraid to ask for what you want. She also shares how her show on Outkick helps her adapt to the evolving media landscape. Later, Jason analyzes the collapse of the Francis Key Scott bridge and Ronna McDaniel's terminated contract at MSNBC. Bring On The Stupid: The Biden Administration's decision to contract with an outside group that specializes in restorative justice for sex crimes whose "owner" advocates for abolishing the sex offender registry for the Pentagon's rape prevention office. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Taibbi: This Is How To Save Trust In Journalism

Matt Taibbi: This Is How To Save Trust In Journalism

It’s official, former President Trump is the presumptive 2024 Republican presidential nominee. Jason sits down with Independent Journalist Matt Taibbi, who recently released a long-form piece detailing the specifics of what the power players in Washington will do to stop former President Trump from reentering the White House. Matt sheds light on how he made a seemingly quick jump from playing in a Russian professional baseball league, to covering politics for The Rolling Stone, to ultimately venturing out on his own. Plus, they discuss how the 2016 Presidential Election fundamentally eroded ethics in journalism and how the industry can innovate its way back to having the public's trust. Plus, Jason offers commentary on the latest mind-blowing policy failures on the immigration crisis. Then he highlights the stupid with the Summer Olympic organizers' decision to not allow athletes to stay in air conditioned rooms in the name of climate change. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Changing The Game: Senator Tommy Tuberville On NIL Deals In College Sports

Changing The Game: Senator Tommy Tuberville On NIL Deals In College Sports

As the United States responds to the crisis in Haiti, Jason applauds Congressman Cory Mills (R-FL) for his hand in rescuing a group of Americans stranded in country. Plus, he “brings on the stupid,” highlighting backlash over a Kansas judge’s ruling in a transgender rights case. Plus, Jason sits down with former Head Football Coach at Auburn University, Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AB) to share his own concerns about the future of college sports and direction of the country. Senator Tuberville and Jason also reminisce on how their paths crossed in their respective College Football careers. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Concha: The Media Has A Horse in The Race

Joe Concha: The Media Has A Horse in The Race

Today, Jason sits down with FOX News Contributor, Joe Concha, for a conversation on the state of the 2024 presidential election as well as how biased media coverage has shaped recent events. Plus, they look at whether former President Trump's legal troubles could hurt him with independents. Then, both Concha and Chaffetz reveal if they think President Biden will still be the Democratic nominee in November. Jason honors the career of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who recently announced he would be stepping down from leadership after the 2024 elections. This week's 'Bringing On The Stupid' segment is highlighted by MSNBC's decision to not air any of former President Trump's live events. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Schweizer: Blood Money - Why the Powerful Turn a Blind Eye While China Kills Americans

Peter Schweizer: Blood Money - Why the Powerful Turn a Blind Eye While China Kills Americans

Today, Jason sits down with The President of The Government Accountability Institute, Peter Schweizer for a conversation on his new book, Blood Money: Why the Powerful Turn a Blind Eye While China Kills Americans. After two years of extensive research, Schweizer shares bombshell after bombshell, exposing the Chinese Communist Party’s covert operations in the American drug trade, social justice movement, and medical establishment to sow chaos and decadence in the United States. Jason then draws on his experience serving in Congress to give a unique insight into this week's State of the Union address. Jason's 'Brining On The Stupid' segment is highlighted by the Pittsburgh Police Department's decision to no longer respond to 'low-priority calls.' You won't want to miss what they considered low priority! Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Hogan: Around The World And Back

Alex Hogan: Around The World And Back

As multiple international stories dominate the thehadlines---from tension in the Middle East, the latest on Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, and China's military presence in the South China Sea, Jason sits down with FOX News Foreign Correspondent Alex Hogan. They discuss Alex's journey through the world of journalism and rise to FOX, as well as how her solo travelling during college uniquely prepared her for her job reporting around the world. Plus, Alex gives the inside scoop on what it is like to cover some of the biggest international stories from around the world's most dangerous locations. Jason also shares the latest from America's border crisis. Plus, he highlights some of the false information in the scare tactics Democrats are using to falsely vilify former President Donald Trump. Then, his 'Bringin On The Stupid Segment' is highlighted by a Borat inspired outfit that raised eyebrows at an Australian equestrian event. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Rob Bishop: The Things I Learned In Congress They Never Taught In School

Congressman Rob Bishop: The Things I Learned In Congress They Never Taught In School

Jason sits down with former Congressman Rob Bishop (R-UT) to discuss his new book The Things I Learned In Congress They Never Taught In School. Rep. Bishop notes how when he finally went to Congress after years of studying and teaching civics, he discovered what he thought he knew about Congress differed greatly from reality. Freshly retired from Congress, Rep. Bishop is candid about disbelief of the dysfunction in Washington. Plus, as tensions rise in the Middle East, Jason gives his analysis on the recent actions of the Houthis in the region. This week's 'Bringin' On The Stupid' segment features President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coach Courtney Is Making A Difference In People's Lives

Coach Courtney Is Making A Difference In People's Lives

First Thing's First: The harrowing significance of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's testimony on Capitol Hill. Plus, Jason honors a sniper who heroically saved lives in a hostage situation in Florida. Bring On The Stupid: A shocking story from California's crime crisis. Author of Against The Grain: A Coach's Wisdom On Character, Faith, Family, & Love, Coach Bill Courtney shares his inspirational story and highlights how sports can break down all barriers. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Foy: Making The Leap

Nate Foy: Making The Leap

As tensions heat up in the Middle East amid attacks from Iran led-proxies on U.S. bases, Jason shares his thoughts on the conflict. Plus, he strongly derides the climate activists that vandalized the Mona Lisa. This week, a new recruitment tactic by the military headlines the 'Bringin On The Stupid' segment. Then, FOX News Correspondent Nate Foy joins Jason for a conversation on how Nate made the jump from a weekend anchor job in a small Florida market to covering some of FOX's biggest stories. Nate takes the listener behind the scenes on what it's like to work at FOX and how he's able to accurately cover the network's most important stories. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Riley Gaines: Overcoming The Odds In & Out Of The Pool

Riley Gaines: Overcoming The Odds In & Out Of The Pool

Jason is joined by the host of the 'Gaines For Girls' podcast on Outkick, 12-time NCAA All-American swimmer and Independent Women’s Forum spokeswoman, Riley Gaines. They discuss her story from having her national championship taken away by transgender swimmer Lia Thomas. Plus, she reveals how athletes were silenced by the NCAA and why she eventually spoke out on the injustice. Is the border crisis getting even worse? Jason shares some of the most shocking data and reveals the real reason why the Biden administration won't stem the tide of illegal immigration. Plus, he gives an overview of the California Senate race that features former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Steve Garvey and former Chair of the House Intelligence Committee, Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA). Then, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (D-NJ) is the star of the 'Bringin' On The Stupid' segment. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New King Of Saturday Night: Jimmy Failla

The New King Of Saturday Night: Jimmy Failla

As Congress continuously struggles to fund the government, Jason notes just how much the process has changed since he was a member of Congress. Then he once again highlights the crisis at the border. This week's 'Bringin' On The Stupid' segment stars Fulton County District Attorney Fanni Willis, who is facing allegations of an inappropriate relationship with the lead prosecutor on her case against former President Donald Trump. Then, Jason is joined by the newly named host of FOX News Saturday Night with Jimmy Failla, and host of FOX Across America on FOX Talk, Jimmy Failla. They discuss his rise from taxi cab driver to a FOX News Radio & TV Host, what it takes to make great comedy, and what to expect on Jimmy's new show. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Chip Roy: Rising To The Occasion

Congressman Chip Roy: Rising To The Occasion

As the immigration crisis continues to escalate, Jason once again highlights the staggering numbers coming from the southern border. Highlighting the stupid, Jason features Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's failed policies that have led to one of the worst crime crises in the city's history. Then, Jason brings on Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX) for a conversation on life, politics, and faith. They discuss how Congressman Roy first crossed paths with Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) on George W. Bush's 2000 presidential campaign as well as his long-standing history in Texas politics. Plus, Congressman Roy reveals where he finds motivation to serve and fight for the next generation in a Congress that is filled with more than a few unsavory characters. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Capturing The Voice Of A President

Capturing The Voice Of A President

Why has the immigration crisis gotten out of hand, and what can be done to fix it? Well, Jason shares his unfiltered thoughts on the matter. Highlighting the stupid, Jason features yet another blunder by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. Then, Jason is joined by AEI Senior Fellow and former Speechwriter for President George W. Bush, Marc Thiessen. They discuss how Marc left the Democratic party behind to join the conservative movement. Plus, Marc shares inside stories about what it was like to serve in the George W. Bush administration and reveals how he was able to mirror the President's voice authentically. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revisiting A Conversation On The People That Control Washington

Revisiting A Conversation On The People That Control Washington

On this encore episode.... Jason sits down with his former Communications Director, Jennifer Scott to preview his upcoming book, The Puppeteers: The People Who Control the People Who Control America. Plus, Jason shares his opinion on the debt ceiling deal and brings on the stupid with LinkedIn's censorship of 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Christmas Conversation With Trey Gowdy

A Christmas Conversation With Trey Gowdy

Should Hunter Biden be punished for defying a Congressional subpoena? Jason answers this answer and reveals how House Republicans should respond. Highlighting the stupid, Jason shares a story of a woman who tried to rob a mall on 'Shop With A Cop' night. Then, Jason is joined by former South Carolina Congressman and Host of The Trey Gowdy Podcast, Trey Gowdy as they reflect on their favorite Christmas traditions and their shared love for family. Plus, they discuss what it's really like to host a show on FOX and why the Congressional gym is one of the most bizarre places on earth. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Steve Womack & Doing Meaningful Work Out Of The Spotlight

Congressman Steve Womack & Doing Meaningful Work Out Of The Spotlight

Jason on San Francisco’s abrupt return to glossing over homeless culture after President Xi Jinping's departure. Plus, he ponders why elite college university presidents evaded questions on whether calling for the genocide of Jews violated their codes of conduct. Highlighting the stupid, with an exam given at a Colorado school that suggested not just women can get pregnant. Finally, Jason brings on his former colleague, Congressman Steve Womack (R-AK), as they reminisce on the meaningful work they accomplished together in the halls of Congress. They discuss the importance of real-world experience before entering politics and how lessons from football can be applied in all aspects of life. Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mollie Hemingway's Handle On Multiple Mediums

Mollie Hemingway's Handle On Multiple Mediums

Jason on the importance of performing thorough background checks on educators and shares a concerning story about one particular sex education teacher. Plus, Jason poses the question, why do people tolerate China's suppression of religious liberties? Highlighting the stupid, with climate protestors who continue to disrupt and destroy iconic events and works of art. Federalist Editor-in-Chief and FOX News Contributor, Mollie Hemingway shares the defining moments that got her into politics and shaped the beliefs she holds today. And what advice did FOX News Chief Political Analyst Brit Hume give to Mollie that enabled her to communicate her strong political analysis most effectively on TV? Follow Jason on Twitter: @JasonInTheHouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices