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The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator

Melissa Mackenzie, Scott McKay, Lyrah Margo, Madelynn McLaughlin

Booking Overview

This is a conservative current-events commentary and interview show focused on politics, media, and culture, with a mix of host-led analysis and occasional prominent external guests from political and media circles. Suitable pitches include established political commentators, journalists, public officials, policy experts, and conservative cultural figures; booking is likely high difficulty because the show favors recognized public voices and the external-guest pattern appears selective.

Metrics

Episodes: 300

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jeremywetpaint@yahoo.com

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Host

Melissa Mackenzie - Co-host of The Spectacle Podcast, providing commentary on political and institutional developments.

Scott McKay - Co-host of The Spectacle Podcast, providing political and cultural commentary.

Lyrah Margo - Host of Spectator P.M., covering political and cultural issues from a conservative perspective.

Madelynn McLaughlin - Host of Spectator P.M., covering political, cultural, and public-policy issues.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Established political commentators, journalists, public officials, policy experts, and prominent figures in media or culture
Required Achievements:  

Recent Guest Discussions

Kurt Schlichter - The Death And Controversies Surrounding Jason Arday, Higher Education, And The Decline Of Ivy League Institutions

Recent Topics

Politics, Conservatism, Public Policy

Episodes

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22 Percent of College Kids Believe America Deserved 9/11

October 13, 2026

The Buckley Institute at Yale University found that 42 percent of college students favored socialism over capitalism. The study surveyed over 800 students across the country over topics regarding free speech, economic systems, and artificial intelligence. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Madelynn Gondy, Ellie Gardey Holmes, and Lyrah Margo expand on these findings and more, noting the gap in education and overall cultural decline. They discuss the skewed perspectives on socialism and encourag...

Doug Emhoff Is Against Kamala Harris’ 2028 Bid

October 12, 2026

A recent report from the Wall Street Journal revealed that Kamala Harris’s husband, Doug Emhoff, privately prefers Harris to stay out of the 2028 presidential run. The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Madelynn Gondy, Ellie Gardey Holmes, and Lyrah Margo discuss the potential of Kamala Harris running, Gavin Newsom’s presidential ambitions, and the disarrayed Democratic Party. Ellie, Madelynn, and Lyrah also discuss the mysterious disappearance of James Talarico, and how the radical like Talarico h...

Here Are Lessons We Should Learn From The Cornell Seven Case

October 08, 2026

A high-profile lawsuit involving a female student at Cornell University (under the pseudonym of ‘Jane Doe’) and seven members of the Chi Phi fraternity is receiving national attention. The reopened case reexamines Doe’s allegations against the men involved and Cornell’s handling of the investigation. The Spectacle Podcast hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay weigh in with their thoughts about the case and examine the evidence. Melissa and Scott elaborate on the blurry lines between consent...

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How do I get in touch with The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator?

The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator is hosted by Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay. Its publicly listed email is jeremywetpaint@yahoo.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator?

The publicly listed email for The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator: jeremywetpaint@yahoo.com.

How many listeners does The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator have?

Podseeker estimates The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator?

The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Established political commentators, journalists, public officials, policy experts, and prominent figures in media or culture. Recent guests include Kurt Schlichter.

How hard is it to get booked on The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does The Spectacle Podcast: The Official Podcast of The American Spectator cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Conservatism, and Public Policy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jeremywetpaint@yahoo.com

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