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Devil's Advocate

Hosted by Independence Institute · news · EN · 204 episodes

~7.6k on YouTube

About this Podcast:

Devil's Advocate with Jon Caldara is a current events show not to be missed. Each week it features lively - and sometimes heated - debates between elected officials, journalists, activists, concerned citizens, subject-matter experts, and hard-pressing host Jon Caldara, president of the Independence Institute. Jon is not afraid to express his "free-market" views, and his guests are not afraid to take on those opinions. It all makes for an informative, lively public affairs program.

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What is Devil's Advocate about?

Devil's Advocate with Jon Caldara is a current events show not to be missed. Each week it features lively - and sometimes heated - debates between elected officials, journalists, activists, concerned citizens, subject-matter experts, and hard-pressing host Jon Caldara, president of the Independence Institute.

Who hosts Devil's Advocate?

Devil's Advocate is hosted by Independence Institute. The show has published 204 episodes to date.

What has Devil's Advocate covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Republican Bloodbath Coming to Colorado?" (22 October 2026, 32 minutes), "He Denies Bracket Creep Exists in Colorado's Amendment 87" (15 October 2026, 43 minutes), and "Worst Gun Ever?" (1 October 2026, 49 minutes).

How often does Devil's Advocate publish?

Devil's Advocate publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 204 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Devil's Advocate?

Booking probability for Devil's Advocate is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Devil's Advocate requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Devil's Advocate's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Devil's Advocate?

The strongest fits for Devil's Advocate are Government & Politics. Devil's Advocate has a news audience and around 7,600 subscribers on YouTube.

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Independence Institute hosts Devil's Advocate, a news show with 204 episodes published.

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  • Episode #204

    Republican Bloodbath Coming to Colorado?

    Oct 22, 202632 minS4

    Just how bad is this election going to be for Republicans, both in Washington and in Colorado? Republican strategist Dick Wadhams handicaps it and predicts the future.

  • Episode #203

    He Denies Bracket Creep Exists in Colorado's Amendment 87

    Oct 15, 202643 minS4

    Journalist T.R. Reid joins us for a heated debate over Colorado's proposed income tax changes, bracket creep, millionaire flight, and the future of TABOR refunds. Who really benefits, and who ends up paying more?

  • Episode #201

    Worst Gun Ever?

    Oct 1, 202649 minS4

    You know, assault weapons are new and modern. There's never been anything like them in American history. Well, at least that's what you thought until you listened to Ashley Hlebinsky, who is a historian on how guns were...

  • Episode #200

    I Asked Ringo To Take Our Picture

    Sep 24, 202641 minS4

    Who knew Western wear would make Denver famous? Rockmount Ranchwear has been around since the 40s and is still going strong. Not just with ranchers, but with rock stars and with Hollywood. In fact, CEO Steve Weil wrote...

  • Episode #199

    Colorado Hunters Kill What They Love?

    Sep 17, 202639 minS4

    On Colorado's crowded ballot will be a right to hunt and fish. A right. Dan Gates is a lifelong Colorado sportsman who serves as the Executive Director of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. He tells us many...

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  • Episode #198

    Colorado's Parents Are Making Kids Poor

    Sep 10, 202636 minS4

    Colorado employers are facing a crisis. There are not enough qualified, educated candidates to hire. Ed Sealover from the Colorado Chamber explains how job training pipelines might solve the problem.

  • Episode #197

    I Love Trains But...

    Sep 3, 202632 minS4

    Colorado is considering a $4.7 billion passenger rail plan—but will it actually ease congestion, and who ultimately pays for it? Transportation policy expert Randall O’Toole joins us to explain why even a lifelong train...

  • Episode #196

    Could Colorado Democrats Win Too Easily?

    Aug 27, 202643 minS4

    Could an easy Democratic win actually be a political trap? Eric Sondermann explains why victory in 2026 could keep Democrats from learning the hard lessons of 2024.

  • Episode #195

    Colorado's Elected Dictatorship

    Aug 20, 202639 minS4

    Steve Pomerance is a former city council member in Boulder and part of the great old liberal guard. He's getting tired of the duplicity and secretiveness of politicians, including in his hometown.

  • Episode #194

    What Colorado Politicians Actually Fear

    Aug 13, 202638 minS4

    Ever wonder why a politician does what he does? Well, he's pushed to do it by something known as the political vice. He answers the pressure put on him. John Tillman explains it all.

  • Episode #193

    Can Data Centers Cut Colorado Bills?

    Aug 6, 202638 minS4

    Data centers are the worst thing for Colorado. No, data centers are the best thing for Colorado. Which is it? Mark Jaffe of the Colorado Sun Sets Us Straight.

  • Episode #192

    14,000 Jobs Left Colorado

    Jul 30, 202640 minS4

    Over 14,000 jobs have been lost in Colorado because of overregulation. Loren Furman runs the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and shows that nearly 100 companies are leaving because they just can't keep up with the...

  • Episode #191

    Schools Hid This From Parents

    Jul 23, 202641 minS4

    Should children under 18 years old be allowed to get gender affirming surgery? Should boys be able to play in girls sports? These are some of the issues that the Colorado Parents Advocacy Network deals with. Lori...

  • Episode #190

    Colorado Governor Jared Polis Free a Cop Shooter?

    Jul 16, 202641 minS4

    Are you angry that Jared Polis commuted the sentence of Tina Peters? Well, Dougco Sheriff Darren Weekly is more angry that he commuted the sentence of a cop shooter.

  • Episode #189

    The Dark Side of Colorado

    Jul 9, 202636 minS4

    <p>When you think great films, you usually don't think Colorado, you think Hollywood. But Colorado has been the set place for lots of terrific movies. Christopher Getzen from the Colorado150 project lists some of the...

  • Episode #189

    The Dark Side of Colorado

    Jul 9, 202636 minS4

    When you think great films, you usually don't think Colorado, you think Hollywood. But Colorado has been the set place for lots of terrific movies. Christopher Getzen from the Colorado150 project lists some of the...

  • Episode #188

    Why Companies Are Fleeing Colorado

    Jul 2, 202643 minS4

    <p>Denver's business climate has certainly changed and not for the better.</p><p>Let's get a viewpoint from the left of what needs to be done from writer Erik Clarke.</p>

  • Episode #188

    Why Companies Are Fleeing Colorado

    Jul 2, 202643 minS4

    Denver's business climate has certainly changed and not for the better. Let's get a viewpoint from the left of what needs to be done from writer Erik Clarke.

  • Episode #187

    From Expelled Autistic Student to Master Welder

    Jun 25, 202640 minS4

    <p>My son has down syndrome and I worry about his future. Where will he live? Who will care for him? What kind of work can he do?</p><p>Fortunately, the Daniels Fund has been worrying about how to help the...

  • Episode #187

    From Expelled Autistic Student to Master Welder

    Jun 25, 202640 minS4

    My son has down syndrome and I worry about his future. Where will he live? Who will care for him? What kind of work can he do? Fortunately, the Daniels Fund has been worrying about how to help the intellectually...

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