
The Reid Revolution with John Reid
byJohn Reid
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A Commentary About News, Politics, and Culture
Episodes(40 episodes)
May 12, 2026
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! On today's show, John reacts to the news emanating from our old station, WRVA, regarding an exchange between a morning radio host and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans. Additionally, John talks to photographer Judy Smith about what has become of statues removed from Richmond's Monument Avenue and the like in 2020. Then, attorney and former Virginia Delegate Tim Anderson rejoins the show, to discuss now-defunct Virginia Redistricting. Finally, John and Dan close out the episode by reflecting on the day's topics and what's been in the news. Enjoy!
Published: May 13, 2026Duration: 1h 33m 44s
May 11, 2026
Happy Monday, Revolutionaries!!! John is back from vacation and ready to discuss the Virginia Supreme Court's invalidation of this spring's redistricting vote. Joining him in the conversation is the America First Policy Institute's Chief Legal Affairs Officer, Leigh Ann O'Neill; attorney and former Virginia Delegate Tim Anderson (briefly); and, of course, Producer Dan! Enjoy!
Published: May 12, 2026Duration: 1h 19m 26s
May 1, 2026
Happy Friday, "RevFam"! Today, John welcomes three guests to the show: Yael Levin-Sheldon, who debriefs everyone about a Muslim speaker scheduled to appear in the whereabouts of Virginia Tech; Brad Marrs, who offers his thoughts about the legal challenges to Virginia redistricting; and Lustre by Adolf's Daniel Wright, who talks about his jewelry store's Mother's Day sales event. Enjoy!
Published: May 4, 2026Duration: 1h 28m 27s
April 30, 2026
Happy "Friday Eve," "RevFam"! Today, John welcomes two guests to the show; first, former Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, who offers his perspective on the court challenge to Virginia's redistricting vote, and, second, Restoration News' Vicky Manning, who drops in to tell everyone about the latest stories that she's been working on. Enjoy, everybody!
Published: May 1, 2026Duration: 1h 28m 26s
April 29, 2026
Happy "Hump Day," "RevFam" (and Birthday, Producer Dan)! Today, John welcomes Virginia Delegate Wren Williams to the show, for a discussion about the topic that continues to dominate the news, locally and nationally: Virginia Redistricting. Plus, John recounts his trip to D.C. to see King Charles and Queen Camilla, as they visit America on the occasion of Her 250th birthday. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 30, 2026Duration: 1h 25m 21s
April 28, 2026
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! With John in D.C. for King Charles' visit, Dan takes over hosting duties -- and for longer than anticipated with a no-show guest. During an extended and inevitably impromptu monologue, Dan reflects on Virginia's Redistricting referendum (saying that the end result is what democracy looks like, which is why democracy isn't good) and dissects some of our common political labels, showcasing the inherent weakness of many that we adhere to while decrying the need for better ones. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 29, 2026Duration: 58m 11s
April 27, 2026
Happy Monday, "RevFam"; today on the show, we discuss Saturday's aborted White House Correspondents Dinner, on account of yet another assassination attempt against President Trump. Additionally, we talk about the hearing that took place this morning at the Virginia Supreme Court regarding Virginia Redistricting. Our guests are former Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen and attorney and RNC Committeewoman for Virginia Patti Lyman. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 27, 2026Duration: 1h 34m 23s
April 24, 2026
Happy Friday, "RevFam"! Today, we welcome our good friend Tim Anderson back to the show, for a conversation about not only the Virginia Redistricting, but also the recent, violence-inspired curfews in Virginia Beach. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 25, 2026Duration: 1h 31m 29s
April 23, 2026
Happy Thursday, "RevFam"! Today on the show, seredipitously, Charlottesville-area broadcaster Joe Thomas joins us, to talk more about the lawsuit against the Southern Poverty Law Center and the events of 2017 in C-ville (which Joe witnessed firsthand). Enjoy!
Published: Apr 25, 2026Duration: 1h 32m 9s
April 22, 2026
Well . . . hard to be happy on this particular Wednesday, RevFam -- but the show goes on. John welcomes both DecideSmart's Bob Holsworth and RNC Committeewoman for Virginia Patti Lyman to analyze yesterday's win for Virginia Redistricting, and what the win means for Virginia and the nation going forward. Stay strong!
Published: Apr 23, 2026Duration: 1h 31m 19s
April 21, 2026
Happy Tuesday, Revolutionaries! Today on the show, we talk about the final day of voting on Virginia Redistricting -- with guests Jason Miyares and pollster John McLaughlin. Plus, as usual: "The Best (and Worst) of the Internet!" Enjoy!
Published: Apr 22, 2026Duration: 1h 33m 14s
April 20, 2026
Happy Monday, Revolutionaries!!! On the eve of Election Day for the Virginia Redistricting referendum, John continues to talk about what's at stake -- inviting former Virginia Delegate Mark Earley Jr. on the show for a discussion thereabout. John also addresses what Zohran Mamdani is trying to do in New York -- and how that parallels what other statists in the Democrat Party want for this country. Enjoy the show -- and get out and vote before it's too late!
Published: Apr 21, 2026Duration: 1h 18m 0s
April 17, 2026
Happy Friday, Revolutionaries!!! As we enter the final stretch of voting on Virginia Redistricting, John welcomes both Congressman Rob Wittman and WRVA's Jeff Katz to the 'cast, to get their thoughts on this crucial referendum. Additionally, John and Dan continue to reflect on the Justin Fairfax story and discuss the extent to which humor is useful in social commentary. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 20, 2026Duration: 1h 34m 5s
April 16, 2026
Happy "Friday Eve," Revolutionaries; today on the show, John reflects on the news out of Northern Virginia that the state's former Lieutenant Governor, Justin Fairfax, killed his wife and then himself overnight last night. Additionally, John talks to 2A Advocate Micah Goodman about Virginia Democrats' crusade against gun ownership, and then John & Dan wrap up the show with more philosophical conversation. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 16, 2026Duration: 1h 30m 54s
April 14, 2026
Happy Tuesday, Revolutionaries!!! Today on the show, John reflects on Governor Abigail Spanberger's verdicts regarding General Assembly bills and the Eric Swalwell saga. Joining him is our frequent guest, attorney and former Virginia Delegate Tim Anderson. John also simulcasts with The Rob Carson Show for an appearance thereon midway through the podcast. Last and probably least, Dan joins John for a discussion about "The Best (and/or Worst) of the Internet!" Enjoy!
Published: Apr 15, 2026Duration: 1h 31m 12s
April 13, 2026
Happy Monday, Revolutionaries!!! Today on the show, John welcomes Huw Shakeshaft back to the show -- for a conversation about the principal topic of the week: Operation Epic Fury. Did the Trump Administration go too far? Not far enough? Has the time come to bail -- or should the Administration stay the course and finish the job (if possible)? John and Huw discuss. Plus, John and Dan reflect on "The Best (and Worst) of the Internet!" Enjoy!
Published: Apr 14, 2026Duration: 1h 32m 29s
April 10, 2026
Happy Friday, Revolutionaries!!! Today on the show, John welcomes former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell to the show, so as to hear his thoughts on the Democrats' redistricting initiative. (Both John and Governor McDonnell are on their way to Giles County for a GOP dinner tonight.) Additionally, John weighs in on some pundits gone astray, Melania's plea of innocence regarding Jeffrey Epstein's trafficking ring, and Operation Epic Fury. Enjoy!!!
Published: Apr 13, 2026Duration: 59m 54s
April 9, 2026
Happy "Friday Eve," Revolutionaries!!! Today on the show, we continue to discuss Operation Epic Fury and Virginia Redistricting. In addition, John welcomes Advancing American Freedom Senior Legal Fellow Amy Swearer to the show for an in-depth analysis of birthright citizenship. Enjoy!!!
Published: Apr 10, 2026Duration: 1h 28m 22s
April 8, 2026
Happy "Hump Day," Revolutionaries!!! Today on the show, we continue to talk about the two topics dominating the news: Virginia Redistricting and Operation Epic Fury. John's guests are Jill Biden's former Press Secretary Michael LaRosa and former Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 10, 2026Duration: 1h 35m 54s
April 6, 2026
Happy Monday, Revolutionaries! Today on the show, John talks more about the Virginia Redistricting initiative and Operation Epic Fury. Joining him in the conversation are former Virginia Governor and Ambassador to Europe Jim Gilmore, and then attorney and former Virginia Delegate Tim Anderson. Enjoy!
Published: Apr 10, 2026Duration: 1h 36m 26s