Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide.
Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX News to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.
I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.
This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.
I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.
I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening.
0:00 Intro
0:57 The night in Kenosha
4:30 Richie's testimony
8:22 Kyle Rittenhouse - hero or villain?
15:30 What led to the shooting
21:31 Similarities between Daniel Penny and Rittenhouse
24:35 Richie's p…
0:00 Intro
1:08 Resistance Media in Trump 2016 vs 2024
3:51 Joy Reid Is Fired, Will MSM Learn Their Lessons?
6:41 Explaining elite journalists' disconnect from reality
9:21 How Amber got into journalism …
Shelby Talcott is the White House Correspondent for Semafor. She spent the last year covering the Trump Campaign all across America. She also covered the BLM riots during her time at the Daily Caller…
I interviewed Congressman Ro Khanna about the H-1B visa controversy and the state of immigration in America.
0:00 Ro Khanna's wider immigration approach
0:48 How Silicon Valley became a talent magnet
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Emily Jashinsky is the host of Undercurrents by UnHerd and Counter Points on Breaking Points . I sat down with her to discuss her come-up in political journalism and how the Right won over the cultu…
Saagar Enjeti is a friend, mentor, and the host of Breaking Points. We sat down a week after the inauguration to do a vibe check on politics and media.
Show Notes:
0:00 Intro
1:40 The Vibe Shift: What'…
Anthony Pompliano is the Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management, is an American entrepreneur, investor, and host of The Pomp Podcast.
0:00 Intro
1:04 Breakdown of institutions
9:32 Pete Hegs…
Erika Ayers Badan joined Barstool Sports as CEO in 2016 when the company was generating about $3 million in revenue, and she stepped down in 2024, with the company's revenue reportedly reaching aroun…
Jack Barrett and his brothers Max, and Sam are the founders of Friday Beers. We chatted about the company's founding, raising $6 million, building out an iconic sketch crew, and reviving comedy.
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Caitlin Clark is making $338,056 over four years under her contract with the Indiana Fevers. In contrast, last year's No. 1 NBA draft pick bagged a $55 million four-year contract. But is that all the…
You know Tommy G as the guy who would go anywhere and film anything, but I have always been interested in Tommy as a person and the story that led to his YouTube success. After spending time with Tom…
I sat down for a very personal conversation with @JulianDorey to talk about how he left a lucrative career in finance to start his podcast. We ended up talking about dating, politics, family, and the…
Shawn Kanungo is a keynote speaker who left accounting to follow his passion for changing lives through the spoken word.
Show Notes:
0:00 Intro
1:54 Is disruption good or bad for business?
3:53 From CPA …
Explaining the Pat McAfee vs ESPN drama.
Show Notes:
0:00 Pat McAfee vs ESPN
03:28 Does ESPN own Pat?
05:26 Vibe check on ESPN
07:12 Is ESPN trying to sabotage Pat?
09:02 Aaron Rodgers vs Jimmy Kimmel
11:5…
I went to Georgia to find out how Eric put gun owners on the YouTube map and has since built an empire with his successful YouTube channel IRAQ VETERAN talking about anything and everything related t…
Saagar is a friend, mentor, and journalist who helped me understand the world better. We chatted about the business of news, growing Breaking Points, and why he will never stop wearing suits.
Show Not…
Ariel Viera quit his job because his producer didn't want him on camera, then he started Urbanist. Now he explores different cities all across the world and narrates stories about history and archite…
Steel pannist and composer Jonathan Scales joined me to talk about his journey in the music world, playing at NPR Tiny Desk, record labels, streaming platforms, and much more.
Show Notes:
0:00 Playing…
Since starting Davidsbeenhere in 2008, David has traveled to 96 countries and over 1,300 destinations. We talked about his life before blowing up on YouTube, how David makes money while traveling the…
If you have ever looked up New York City travel guides or wanted to learn more about which borough has the best food, chances are you've come across 'Here Be Barr' on YouTube. Jon is one of NYC's le…