The Eric Metaxas Show

Pastor Che Ahn shares how he believes God called him to run for Governor of California.

How did both world wars impact the iconic works of Tolkien and Lewis? Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas is joined by author and historian Joseph Loconte to discuss his newest book, The War for Middle-earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis Confront the Gathering Storm, 1933–1945. Throughout this book and conversation, the looming threat of war is revealed, Tolkien and Lewis's friendship as a force for creativity and honesty, and the surprising influence behind Lewis's The Screwtape Letters.

Dinesh D’Souza introduces The Dragon’s Prophecy, the powerful new film based on Jonathan Cahn’s international bestseller. With dramatic footage, biblical archeology, and interviews with world leaders, the film reveals October 7 as a prophetic echo of ancient battles—and asks whether we are now living in the End Times. Tickets on sale Sept 15, streaming on SalemNow Oct. 9

plus Ken Fish of Orbis Ministries shares updates from his worldwide ministry travels and invites listeners to the Illumination Conference in Brentwood, TN — October 8–11, 2025.

Best-selling author Jonathan Cahn unveils the powerful revelations in his new book “The Avatar.” He explores hidden biblical mysteries, prophetic connections, and what they mean for America and the world today.

Eric was in Arizona at the Charlie Kirk memorial this past weekend. He speaks about the experience and reflects on Charlie Kirk

Pastor Che Ahn shares how he believes God called him to run for Governor of California.

Brad Stine joins Eric to discuss his career after coming out as a christian, and the state of America. 

Attorney Sidney Powell joins Eric Metaxas to deliver a hard-hitting look at the current administration and the state of American justice. She addresses the poor treatment of January 6 defendants, what can be done to pursue real accountability, and what lies ahead as President Trump’s administration seeks justice.

In this episode, Rod Martin joins the conversation to unpack the intersection of faith, politics, and culture in America today. From the challenges facing religious liberty to the role of technology and economics in shaping the conservative movement, Martin offers a thoughtful big-picture view of where the country is headed. He also shares personal insights on leadership, community, and why the future of conservatism depends on both principle and innovation.

Author and commentator John Zmirak joins Eric Metaxas for a wide-ranging discussion on culture, politics, and media. They dig into Charlie Kirk’s influence, Donald Trump’s speech to the United Nations, and the joy of Jimmy Kimmel’s cancellation.

Investigative journalist Megan Basham joins Eric Metaxas to discuss the Charlie Kirk memorial and the response it drew from the Christian left. Together they consider what this moment reveals about the Church, culture, and the profound opportunity for revival in America.

Eric Metaxas reflects on his time at the Charlie Kirk memorial in Phoenix, sharing powerful moments of faith and unity. He highlights the surprising breadth of Christian remarks from the current administration and explores why many believe this moment could mark the beginning of revival in America.

Our encore presentation of the late great Charlie Kirk and Erika Kirk from AmFest 2024

Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice | A Panel with Voddie Baucham, Charlie Kirk, Eric Metaxas

How often do you use your imagination? In our newest program, Socrates Dialogues, authors and professors Louis Markos and Holly Ordway discuss the enduring friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and their most famous works, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of The Rings. 

They discuss how the two balanced their disagreements while maintaining respect and a close bond, the mythical worlds they created, the fight between good and evil, and ultimately, the importance of imagination through reason.

How often do you use your imagination? In our newest program, Socrates Dialogues, authors and professors Louis Markos and Holly Ordway discuss the enduring friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien and their most famous works, The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of The Rings. 

They discuss how the two balanced their disagreements while maintaining respect and a close bond, the mythical worlds they created, the fight between good and evil, and ultimately, the importance of imagination through reason

Historian and bestselling author Victor Davis Hanson joins Eric Metaxas for a hard-hitting conversation on the dangerous consequences of unchecked rhetoric and a justice system that fails to uphold equal accountability. Hanson argues that these failures directly contributed to the tragic political assassination of Charlie Kirk.

Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, is in the studio to talk about what he's discovered on President Trump's campaign trail, interviewing people in the crowd, and formulating the concepts in his new book, "The MAGA Doctrine."

Pastor and TPUSA Board Member David Englehart on the need for revival and and a active Church in America.

Michael Wilkerson on the Loss of Charlie Kirk on Discourse in America. Michael Wilkerson is the author of Puritans, Pilgrims, and Prophets, Why America Matters: The Case for a New Exceptionalism (2022) and Stormwall: Observations on America in Peril (2020). More at stormwall.com.