Powered by your toughest questions, Tristan dives into a whirlwind of legal and constitutional chaos: Can a sitting president be court-martialed for crimes committed in office? (Spoiler: No, but the constitutional crisis scenarios get wild.) Is defying a Supreme Court order impeachable? Absolutely—and Tristan explains why Congress’s refusal to act is a historic failure.Listeners ask about the slow grind of justice for Trump-era corruption, the legal exposure of law firms and universities targeted

Tristan dives into Harvard University’s landmark lawsuit against the Trump administration. As the stock markets head for their worst April since 1932, Tristan examines how Harvard is fighting back against what it sees as unconstitutional government overreach threatening academic freedom and free speech. The episode breaks down the legal arguments on both sides, focusing on First Amendment protections and Administrative Procedure Act violations, while explaining why this case represents a critical

Sarah Vine wants to bin it off. Though given the decline in public services nationwide, that’s getting harder and harder to do. As the Birmingham bin strike rolls on, the council declares itself bankrupt and rats invade the city’s streets, we ask what the hell is going on with our public services and is this just part of a wider societal malaise? Also, could someone please take this rubbish away?They were once the so-called lungs of the earth, but as a centuries-old oak tree with “more ecological

Sarah Vine wants to bin it off. Though given the decline in public services nationwide, that’s getting harder and harder to do. As the Birmingham bin strike rolls on, the council declares itself bankrupt and rats invade the city’s streets, we ask what the hell is going on with our public services and is this just part of a wider societal malaise? Also, could someone please take this rubbish away?They were once the so-called lungs of the earth, but as a centuries-old oak tree with “more ecological

In this episode, Tristan begins with a deep dive into the expanding “Signalgate” scandal, revealing that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had a second Signal chat group sharing sensitive military information about Yemen airstrikes with inappropriate recipients, including his wife, brother, and personal lawyer. The scandal has triggered an investigation by the DOD Inspector General and led to a staff purge at the Pentagon.Tristan also examines the ongoing immigration crisis, discussing the Supreme

From the legality of deporting citizens to foreign detention camps, to why Elon Musk hasn’t faced prosecution for alleged election interference, to the prospects for impeaching a president who defies the rule of law—Tristan answers your questions. We’ll unpack the constitutional bedrock of habeas corpus, the dangers of circumventing due process, and the real-world consequences of unchecked executive power. Submit your questions for the next mailbag at tristansnell.com

Tristan breaks down how Trump’s latest immigration moves are straight-up medieval—think mass detentions, zero due process, and even outsourcing detainees to El Salvador’s infamous mega-prison. It’s not just a policy debate; it’s a full-on challenge to the rule of law, and the Supreme Court is getting dragged into the mess.Tristan is joined by David Pakman—YouTube OG, host, and author of the bestseller The Echo Machine—for a no-BS conversation about the rise of authoritarian vibes, why loyalty is

Peter Hitchens hates to be blunt about these things, well, not really, but he’d really like to know why the police are so useless. And not in one specific instance or area, but generally. No coppers on the beat, rarely answering emergency calls and heaven forfend they actually bang someone up. What happened to policing in the UK?While Sarah has spent her week at a wellness centre (don’t call it a fat farm), and while she has returned glowing like a rare gem, she did manage to put some weight on

Peter Hitchens hates to be blunt about these things, well, not really, but he’d really like to know why the police are so useless. And not in one specific instance or area, but generally. No coppers on the beat, rarely answering emergency calls and heaven forfend they actually bang someone up. What happened to policing in the UK?While Sarah has spent her week at a wellness centre (don’t call it a fat farm), and while she has returned glowing like a rare gem, she did manage to put some weight on. But

Tristan unpacks the far-reaching consequences of America’s withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)—one of the most damaging foreign policy mistakes in modern U.S. history. With years of diplomatic effort with key allies like Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam squandered, Trump has left a power vacuum in Asia that China is now exploiting. Tristan connects this strategic blunder to a broader pattern of policy missteps—from healthcare cuts that threaten millions of Americans, to voting rights

Tristan’s answering your questions about the Supreme Court, from the Trump vs. JGG case to the looming specter of the Insurrection Act. Will Amy Coney Barrett surprise us again? Can Chief Justice Roberts keep the ship from crashing? And what’s the real deal with Trump’s election antics? Join Tristan as he tackles these topics and more.

Today we delve into the chaotic world of Trump’s trade policies, featuring an exclusive interview with renowned author and economist James Surowiecki. James offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the infamous tariff charts were created and the dishonesty surrounding them. The episode also examines Elon Musk’s public feud with Trump’s trade advisor, Peter Navarro, and how tech billionaires are reevaluating their support for the administration amidst market turmoil.

Peter Hitchens puts forward his defence of ‘Whataboutery and asks why does the west delight in attacking its current enemies like Putin for things it allows its friends like Tayip Erdogan to do with impunity? What is it with all this posturing hypocrisy?While Sarah makes the case for the ancient art of astrology and wonders if we’re looking at star signs for answers as conventional faith is failing us daily. Or, as she puts it, what makes your sky fairy more important than my sky fairy? She may

Peter Hitchens puts forward his defence of ‘Whataboutery and asks why does the west delight in attacking its current enemies like Putin for things it allows its friends like Tayip Erdogan to do with impunity? What is it with all this posturing hypocrisy?While Sarah makes the case for the ancient art of astrology and wonders if we’re looking at star signs for answers as conventional faith is failing us daily. Or, as she puts it, what makes your sky fairy more important than my sky fairy? She may have

When the going gets tough, Trump goes golfing. Today, Tristan examines the already infamous tariff charts that contributed to the crisis and discusses potential legal cases that could impact Trump’s future. He analyzes the growing backlash from financial communities and the implications for Trump’s political coalition.

In this week’s mailbag episode we discuss Donald Trump’s civil fraud and E. Jean Carroll cases, more fallout of SignalGate and the risks of unsecured military communications and we explore the limits of presidential power, safeguards against reckless military orders. For a good time, we’ll even speculates on the 2028 Democratic presidential field.

On this episode of The Tristan Snell Show, we unpack a week of political twists and turns. From a major Democratic victory in Wisconsin to surprising bipartisan action on Capitol Hill, Tristan breaks down what these developments mean for the fight ahead. Plus, the hypocrisy of “pro-family” Republicans is on full display as they block basic accommodations for new mothers. And in New York, the Eric Adams corruption saga takes a new turn—could state charges be next?

In this episode of The Tristan Snell Show, Tristan dives into the continuing SignalGate saga, exposing the Trump administration’s use of insecure communication platforms like Signal and Gmail. Tristan also examines Trump’s recent push for retaliatory tariffs, which threaten to raise costs on everyday goods, prescription drugs, and even home insurance premiums.Joining the discussion is Representative Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts, a rising Democratic star. Rep. Auchincloss shares his insights on

All human life is here.Dogma, closed minds, modern slavery, net zero and why Peter will never enter the House of Lords - though he will take tea there – and why you’ll never find letters after his name. Sarah asks why Labour are pushing for a new deal with China at the risk of human rights violation and why did Margaret Thatcher think you could drive the 5 plus miles from Downing Street to Dulwich – turns out, outriders on motorbikes help. And both wonder when did the honours system become such an

All human life is here.Dogma, closed minds, modern slavery, net zero and why Peter will never enter the House of Lords - though he will take tea there – and why you’ll never find letters after his name. Sarah asks why Labour are pushing for a new deal with China at the risk of human rights violation and why did Margaret Thatcher think you could drive the 5 plus miles from Downing Street to Dulwich – turns out, outriders on motorbikes help. And both wonder when did the honours system become