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Fireside Chat with Dennis Prager | PragerU

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Dennis’s weekly thoughts and timeless wisdom by a crackling fire.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 32 min
Latest: 13 Oct 2026
Language: English

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13 Oct 2026 · 31 minNew

Dennis Prager’s Unique Take on the Cornell 7 Case

Can a person ever truly repair their reputation after a devastating accusation? Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss the Cornell 7 case, the consequences of bearing false witness, and the implications of this politicized case. Other topics include Zohran Mamdani’s vision of socialism and whether Israelis celebrating on October 7 at the location of the Nova festival is acceptable. Join PragerUnited today and submit your question for Dennis to answer during an upcoming episode. 🔔 Follow Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts so you never miss an episode. ▶️ Watch more episodes of…

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9 Oct 2026 · 29 min
Dennis Prager on America’s Age of Moral Confusion
Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss Prime Minister Netanyahu’s address to the United Nations and what the walkout during his speech reveals about the UN and the moral state of the West. Dennis examines what he calls an “age of moral confusion,” asking what happens when compassion comes at the expense of justice and why morality must come before politics or economics. Join PragerUnited today and submit your question for Dennis to answer during an upcoming episode. 🔔 Follow Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts so you never miss an episode. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis…
26 Sep 2026 · 34 min
Dennis Prager: Our Memories Make Us Who We Are
🔔 Follow Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts so you never miss an episode. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.prageru.com/48GsyrJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 What else is PragerU unpacking? From timeless wisdom with Dennis Prager to unfiltered Real Talk with Marissa Streit — discover your next favorite at PragerU.com/podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.prageru.com/40ZbPLH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow PragerU: YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PragerU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/prageru⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…
18 Sep 2026 · 35 min
Dennis Prager on Confronting Personal Tragedy
Why are so many young people giving up on marriage and embracing a culture of victimhood? Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to explore what’s driving these cultural shifts. They also discuss Dennis’s new Jewish Journal essay about confronting his injury and why, despite being paralyzed, he refuses to see himself as a victim. Dennis then answers questions from PragerUnited members about honoring one’s parents, forgiving a parent who has passed away, and whether God is capable of hatred. Join PragerUnited today and submit your question for Dennis to answer for an upcoming episode.…
11 Sep 2026 · 32 min
Dennis Prager Reflects on Charlie Kirk and 9/11
One year after Charlie Kirk’s murder, Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to reflect on Charlie’s character, the cruelty directed at his widow, Erika, and what it reveals about our times. Dennis also discusses what young Americans are being taught about 9/11 before answering questions from PragerUnited members on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year; whether God has a sense of humor; and whether animals have souls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Sep 2026 · 34 min
Dennis Prager on the Lindsay Clancy Case and the Value of Human Life
Dennis Prager joins PragerU Co-Founder and Executive Director Allen Estrin to discuss the larger moral questions raised by the Lindsay Clancy case. Dennis explains what the Torah teaches about the seriousness of taking a human life, why even accidental killing carries consequences, and why punishment should communicate society’s moral values. He also answers audience questions about the insanity defense, feelings versus values, public speaking, sinful thoughts versus actions, learning Hebrew, and why cities tend to lean left. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
28 Aug 2026 · 34 min
Dennis Prager on The Absurdity of Not Giving College Students Letter Grades
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit explore what happens when society lowers standards to shield young people from stress, failure, and disappointment. They discuss what college can do to a young person’s values, why ambition still matters, and what it takes for someone to become the best version of themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Aug 2026 · 35 min
Dennis Prager on Why 58% of Democrats Embrace Socialism | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager sits down with PragerU Co-Founder and Executive Director Allen Estrin to unpack a CBS poll showing that 58% of Democrats now view socialism favorably. They ask why an ideology that has caused tremendous death and suffering continues to appeal to so many Americans. Dennis also answers questions about raising moral children, the meaning behind the national motto “In God We Trust,” and what Dennis has in mind for his next book. Join PragerUnited today and submit your question for Dennis to answer during an upcoming episode. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts…
18 Aug 2026 · 38 min
Dennis Prager on the Importance of Good Thoughts vs Good Deeds | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
While speaking with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit, Dennis Prager opens with a monologue exploring whether thoughts are the same as actions, arguing that moral clarity requires distinguishing between the two. Dennis also takes questions from Prager United members for the first time since his injury, covering topics ranging from ancient wisdom in the Talmud and the Sabbath to capital punishment, honoring parents, gratitude, and how he continues to find meaning after paralysis. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.prageru.com/48GsyrJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get…
18 Aug 2026 · 35 min
Dennis Prager on Tucker Carlson and Morality First | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss Tucker Carlson's recent hints about launching a new political party and why third parties have historically benefited the left. They talk about what Abdul El-Sayed's primary victory in Michigan could mean and examined the decline of America’s societal morality. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.prageru.com/48GsyrJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get your copy of Dennis's book, If There Is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/06XAzWQR⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 What else is PragerU…
4 Aug 2026 · 35 min
Dennis Prager’s Thoughts on Dr. Fauci, Corrupt Experts, and the Fear of Suffering | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss Dr. Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times during a Senate hearing. They examine how the COVID lockdowns eroded public trust in America's most important institutions, the lasting consequences of that loss of confidence, and why expertise should never be mistaken for wisdom. Dennis also reflects on his own physical paralysis, sharing how faith and purpose have enabled him to endure suffering. In contrast, he explores why so many young Americans have been taught to fear hardship rather than grow stronger through it.…
28 Jul 2026 · 30 min
Dennis Reacts to Mamdani's Actions and Provides Important Lessons about Communism | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss NYC Mayor Mamdani’s threat to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on an International Criminal Court warrant. They explain why a judicial institution that claims to be devoted to “protecting the weakest people on the planet” is actually the antithesis of Judeo-Christian values. Dennis also reflects on his visit to the Soviet Union, when he carried dissident materials out of the country and was confronted by Soviet officials. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at:…
16 Jul 2026 · 33 min
Dennis Prager on Lindsey Graham, Iran, and Defending the West | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit reflect on the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, the dangers of conspiracy theories, and why a free society depends on distinguishing truth from fiction. They also discuss the latest developments involving the Iranian regime, the possibility that the United States could sell F-35 fighter jets to Turkey under President Erdoğan, and why the West’s failure to recognize evil threatens its future. Dennis and Marissa also consider the possibility of divine intervention and whether God has a hand in the good or bad things that happen in people’s…
2 Jul 2026 · 25 min
Dennis’s Independence Day Message to Americans | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
In this Independence Day episode, Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit celebrate America's 250th birthday while confronting the growing number of Americans who no longer take pride in their country. Dennis reflects on the freedoms and everyday comforts that visitors to the U.S. notice but many Americans take for granted. They also discuss the roots of anti-American sentiment, the rise of communism and Marxism in modern politics, and the recent Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at:…
19 Jun 2026 · 13 min
Dennis Prager Health Update: June 2026 | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager’s son David joins Marissa with the latest health update on Dennis. After a difficult few weeks and some medical challenges, Dennis is again beating the odds and is on the road to recovery. He’s even able to enjoy watching the World Cup. Enjoy a personalized voicemail from Dennis as he expresses his gratitude for the prayers he has been receiving. ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.prageru.com/48GsyrJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get your copy of Dennis's book, If There Is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil here: ⁠https://a.co/d/06XAzWQR 👉…
22 May 2026 · 33 min
Dennis’s Thoughts on Memorial Day, Nigeria’s Christian Persecution & the Failing New York Times | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
In this Memorial Day episode, Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit discuss sacrifice, patriotism, and America’s role in protecting freedom around the world. Dennis reflects on how Memorial Day should be observed, and Marissa proposes a national ritual to honor those who died in service to our country. They also discuss recent conflicts, violence, and Islamic threats in Nigeria and their impact on the West. Get your copy of Dennis's book, If There Is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil here: https://a.co/d/06XAzWQR ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at:…
18 May 2026 · 35 min
Dennis Prager on California's Politics, the Red-Green Alliance, and the Importance of Perseverance | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss the collapse of California, whether Los Angeles can be saved, and how the Red-Green Alliance between communists and Islamists is attacking the West from within. Dennis also reflects on his own health battle to explain why despair is a sin and why perseverance is the only moral option. They close with a candid conversation about the left's war on beauty and what it means when mediocrity gets rewarded and excellence gets erased. Get your copy of Dennis's book, If There Is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil here:…
12 May 2026 · 24 min
Dennis’s Thoughts on the Connection between the Chinese Communist Party and Antisemitism | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to expose the Red-Green Alliance, the partnership between communist China and radical Islam united by a shared hatred of Israel and the West. They discuss why CCP-linked billionaires are funding pro-Palestine protests across America, why Israel is the West's most vulnerable frontline, and why an America that retreats from the world stage hands it directly to China. Dennis closes with his thoughts on Florida's new AP History exam and why the American Trinity remains the greatest value system any nation has ever produced. Get your copy of Dennis's…
30 Apr 2026 · 23 min
Dennis’s Thoughts on the Trump Assassination Attempt and SPLC Fraud | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss the April 2026 attempted assassination of President Donald Trump and what it says about the current state of political rhetoric in America. They examine how portraying opponents as existential threats can lead to murder, the growing willingness to excuse political violence, and the role of institutions like the Southern Poverty Law Center in shaping public perception. Dennis also asks whether Americans have actually lost freedoms in recent years under Trump, and why a society cannot function if truth itself is up for debate. Get your copy…
24 Apr 2026 · 41 min
Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | Dennis’s Big April Update | PragerU
Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit break down April’s biggest headlines—from why the Senate failed to pass the SAVE Act to President Trump’s clash with Pope Leo, the war with Iran, and why more young Americans are becoming “blackpilled.” In this episode, Dennis also shares a personal update on his health and his promising recovery. Get your copy of Dennis's book, If There Is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil here: ⁠https://a.co/d/0fcKXZTx⁠ ▶️ Watch more episodes of Dennis Prager’s Latest Thoughts at: ⁠https://l.prageru.com/48GsyrJ⁠ 🚚 ✨ The Freedom Truck is rolling into town…
22 Apr 2026 · 6 min
Earth Day Bonus Episode: What’s Wrong with Wind and Solar? | 5-Minute Videos | PragerU
In this special Earth Day bonus episode from our 5-Minute Videos series, Mark Mills breaks down the hidden downsides of wind and solar energy. Are wind, solar, and batteries the magical solutions to all our energy needs? Or do they come with too high a price? Mark Mills, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, analyzes the true cost — both economic and environmental — of so-called green energy. Want more? Sign up now for Climate Change 101 — your ultimate toolkit to shut down every climate crisis argument. ➡️⁠https://l.prageru.com/4uommNt⁠ ▶️ Watch more episodes of 5-Minute Videos at:…
13 Apr 2026 · 6 min
You Might Also Like: What Is Birthright Citizenship? | 5-Minute Videos | PragerU
Bonus Episode: This is a special preview from another PragerU show: 5-Minute Videos. The best ideas from the best minds, distilled into five focused minutes. Think of it as a masterclass in the time it takes to grab a cup of coffee. Do children born on U.S. soil automatically become American citizens? Many claim the Fourteenth Amendment of the Constitution guarantees that they do. Are they right? Amy Swearer, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, confronts this question head-on. Do you believe in birthright citizenship? Tell us what you think ➡️ ⁠https://l.prageru.com/41x1Iy4⁠ ⭐…
1 Apr 2026 · 24 min
Dennis Prager's Thoughts on Passover and Easter Blessings
Dennis Prager and Marissa Streit discuss the importance of Passover in both the Jewish and Christian faiths. They also discuss why rituals and traditions are critical to collective memory and collective identity. Dennis draws parallels between the lessons found in the Jewish Haggadah and America’s moral crisis. Get your copy of Dennis's book The Rational Passover Haggadah here: https://www.amazon.com/Rational-Passover-Haggadah-Dennis-Prager/dp/1684512581 👉 What else is PragerU unpacking? From timeless wisdom with Dennis Prager to unfiltered Real Talk with Marissa Streit — discover your next…
9 Mar 2026 · 28 min
Dennis’s Thoughts on Trump’s War on Iran | Dennis Prager's Latest Thoughts | PragerU
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss President Trump’s decision to expand military operations in Iran and the debate over “endless wars.” Dennis explains why he believes confronting the Iranian regime carries both strategic and moral significance, and argues that Trump’s strikes could positively reshape the geopolitical balance in the Middle East and beyond. They also touch on the success of Dennis's latest book—an Amazon best seller. Get your copy here: ⁠If There is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil⁠. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.com or download the…
14 Feb 2026 · 45 min
Dennis Prager's New Book Answers Life’s Biggest Questions
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit dive deeper into Dennis's new book—which he completed while recovering in the hospital. If There is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil explores complex questions about faith and morality that many people struggle with. Dennis and Marissa also discuss how Charlie Kirk's book Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life was a result of many conversations with Dennis over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Feb 2026 · 23 min
Dennis on Trump's Speech At Davos And Ongoing Chaos In Minnesota
PragerU CEO Marissa Streit and Dennis Prager discuss President Trump’s recent remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, questions surrounding Greenland, and the impact of Europe’s green policies. They also address the continued unrest in Minnesota following the death of Alex Pretti and the pushback against ICE in blue states. Dennis offers a heartfelt thank you message to ICE agents serving America during these challenging times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 Jan 2026 · 30 min
Dennis Discusses Chaos in Minnesota, the Supreme Court, and His New Book
Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss his latest book, If There is No God: The Battle Over Who Defines Good and Evil. Dennis discusses the unrest in Minnesota and what it means to America. He also breaks down the Supreme Court hearings Hecox v. Little and West Virginia v. B.P.J. over boys in girls’ sports and the deeper cultural forces behind it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Jan 2026 · 17 min
Dennis Prager’s Thoughts on Venezuela and Iran | Fireside Chat | PragerU
Dennis Prager joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for their first conversation of 2026 to break down the rapidly changing world, and what it means for America. They discuss the collapse of Venezuela’s Maduro regime, the growing uprising in Iran, and why the United States cannot afford to retreat from global leadership. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.com or download the PragerU app: https://l.prageru.com/45GvWlu Follow PragerU on social media: YouTube Instagram X/Twitter Facebook Rumble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Jan 2026 · 21 min
Dennis Prager: The Speech I Would Have Given at AmFest 2025 | Fireside Chat | PragerU
PragerU CEO Marissa Streit asks Dennis Prager what he would have spoken about at AmFest 2025 and his reaction to the speeches at the TPUSA conference. Dennis outlines what he calls the American Trinity—“In God We Trust,” “E Pluribus Unum,” and “Liberty”—and explains why these values are the foundation of American conservatism. They also discuss loyalty versus friendship, morality over kinship, and Dennis’s warning about the rise of antisemitism in the West and its devastating impact on societies throughout history. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.com or download the PragerU app:…
14 Nov 2024 · 40 min
Ep. 367 — America's Historic Election: Dennis Reacts
After recording this episode, Dennis suffered a serious back injury following a fall. He is currently in the hospital receiving treatment. We will keep you informed of his condition. In the meantime, Dennis welcomes the healing power of your prayers. On November 5, the American people made their collective voices heard. In a historic election, an overwhelming majority rejected woke leftism and reelected Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. Join Dennis as he unpacks the election results, answers your questions about the differences between fascism, socialism, and…

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