Bigger than Tucker, Shapiro, and Megyn Kelly?
The Brand Brief 7.15.26: Prince Harry, Dua Lipa, Letitia James, Ilhan Omar, Senator Darline Graham Nordone, and Justice Amy Coney Barrett
Actionable media intel: The Brand Brief delivers a daily snapshot of the conservative media ecosystem - FOX News, podcasts, and more. | Brought to you by On Brand Strategies | Written by Carly Moran and Nathan Brand
📣 Driving the Conversation…
1,295 words | 6 minute read | Written to be skimmable (12+ hours of media covered in The Brand Brief)
What Matters: Success on YouTube
New Media Voices: Graham, Dua Lipa, and Letitia James
Leading FOX: ICE, DOJ, and Iran
Trending: Craziness in NYC, San Fran, and Portland
What the Right is Writing: Iran, data centers, and the homeless in LA
✍️ WHAT MATTERS AND WHERE WE’RE GOING…
Nathan’s quick take on where we’re headed…
While we regularly profile specific shows, The Trish Regan Show is quietly posting massive numbers that demand attention.
Since leaving FOX Business for podcasting in 2021, the former Miss America contestant and award-winning business reporter has built a highly successful, video-first platform.
With 1.3 million YouTube subscribers and a strong presence on the charts of Spotify’s video-friendly platform, Regan is outperforming her footprint on audio-only platforms like Apple Podcasts. In fact, Chaotic Era’s Q2 metrics rank her as the 4th most-viewed conservative political YouTube channel—trailing only FOX News and Shawn Ryan, while outpacing heavyweights like Tucker Carlson, Benny Johnson, and Megyn Kelly.
Beyond the expected political commentary, this breakout performer differentiates herself with far deeper business and foreign policy coverage than her competitors. If you haven’t tuned in yet, her show is worth your time. - NRB
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🎙️ NEW MEDIA VOICES
The Megyn Kelly Show - 7/14
Kelly condemns the likely murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe, highlighting the alarming rise of left-wing terrorism in the UK
She criticizes the media’s double standards in portraying left-wing violence versus right-wing beliefs, asserting this endangers conservatives
Kelly jokes about Prince Harry’s failed UK return trip, and his ongoing legal battles with the media including his lawsuit loss against Associated Newspapers
She points out how Taylor Swift and Blake Lively’s public personas contradict their desire for private lives
The Ben Shapiro Show - 7/14
Shapiro condemns leftist commentators like the Young Turks’ Ana Kasparian celebrating the demise of Sen. Lindsey Graham, arguing it reveals a gross connection between the extremes of both parties
He calls out media for comparing Graham unfavorably to terrorists like Qasem Soleimani and Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
Shapiro praises Graham’s work on the Brett Kavanaugh hearing and his efforts in the Middle East and Ukraine
He views Graham’s sister’s appointment as a necessary continuation of his legacy amidst political chaos
The Michael Knowles Show - 7/14
Knowles argues recent ICE shootings involving foreign nationals in Maine and Texas highlight the consequences of open borders
He slams Democrat Sen. Elissa Slotkin for claiming the SAVE America Act would disenfranchise female voters who have changed their last name
Knowles touches on President Trump’s upcoming speech addressing election interference in 2020, with implications for Georgia Sens. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock
He expresses concerns about another “forever war” with Iran
Knowles jokes about Dua Lipa’s banned books library, which includes literature you can easily buy at your local Barnes and Noble
Will Cain Country - 7/15
Cain and guest comedian Tom Shillue argue millionaires are fleeing New York City due to oppressive high crime and even higher taxes
Cain cites a CNBC survey revealing urban living has lost its appeal post-covid, as young people increasingly seek affordability
Guest Wade Stotts explains how Hollywood writers like Phil Rosenthal have influenced sitcoms to fail to represent modern family dynamics
They look at Spencer Pratt’s personal anecdotes about California’s ongoing fire issues, illustrating the dysfunction that plagues the state
The Trish Regan Show - 7/14
Regan slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for attempting to meet with Iranian leaders, calling for his deportation
Even Democrat politician Letitia James has criticized Mamdani, highlighting the growing discontent among all New Yorkers
Regan speculates on President Trump’s upcoming address about foreign interference, knowing it has to do with the 2020 election
She looks at the implications of the proposed “Mamdani Act,” which aims to denaturalize and deport individuals linked to totalitarian regimes
Regan calls out the hypocrisy of Rep. Ilhan Omar and others for their immigration stances while failing to address crime and inflation, calling for Republicans to vote in the midterms to maintain the majority
📺 LEADING FOX NEWS
The Five
MS Now anchor Joe Scarborough tries to claim ICE is turning neighborhoods into “kill zones,” following deadly shooting in Maine
As the war in Iran returns, President Trump thanks allies in the Gulf for continuing business and military aid
The panel debates whether the embarrassing antics of both Michigan Democrat frontrunners, Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens, could stop them from winning the Senate
Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones says he doesn’t want to conflate entertainment with political rants, unlike Bruce Springsteen
FOX & Friends
President Trump says strikes on Iran will hit power plants and bridges next week
As the Supreme Court asks Congress for more security funding, Justice Amy Coney Barrett recalls when her son found her bulletproof vest
Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been sworn in the serve the remainder of his term
The DOJ reports former special counsel Jack Smith’s team read private messages between Trump and more than 40 lawmakers, despite swearing under oath he did not spy on their texts
The House votes to make Daylight Savings permanent
Incumbent MI Sen. Gary Peters endorses Haley Stevens as his replacement
After two deadly shootings in a week, ICE has temporarily suspended traffic stops
Rep. Mary Miller pressed the dean of UC San Francisco on whether men can have a baby, he gives no real response
Teen inventor Smit Kothari explains how he used AI to create the Grocery Genius app to help people meal prep and save money
🍿 TRENDING AND POUNCING
Tomorrow’s news today…
NYC Department of Buildings rejects plan to save a 174-year-old church in Bushwick that burned via arson. Demolition is set to begin in August. Ahmed Tigani leads the agency. [X, End Wokeness]
Portland Police announce they don’t have the staff to handle emergency 911 calls and it’s taking over 40 minutes to respond. A woman was just forced to hold off a naked homeless man trying to grab her 7 year old without police help because they were busy. [X, Wall Street Apes]
Amy Fryda, a teacher at Cohasset Middle School in MA, allegedly posted this picture online, appearing to celebrate the death of Lindsey Graham, and hoping for the deaths of Mitch McConnell and President Trump. [X, LibsofTikTok]
🗞️ WHAT THE RIGHT IS WRITING
FOX News Digital
Trump AG pick faces Senate test in first major confirmation fight [FOX News]
House passes Trump-backed daylight saving time reform [FOX News]
US launches new strikes on Iranian military targets [FOX News]
Breitbart
Trump: We ‘Completed’ Goals in Iran, Strikes Will ‘Continue’ [Breitbart]
Trump Backs Lindsey Graham’s Sister Serving as ‘Interim Senator’: ‘Would Be a Fabulous Tribute’ [Breitbart]
Trump Drops 20% Strait of Hormuz Reimbursement Fee, Says Gulf States Will Make ‘Massive’ U.S. Investments [Breitbart]
Wall Street Journal Editorials
The Price of Politicizing the Supreme Court [WSJ Ed]
The Meaning of the Warsh Task Forces [WSJ Ed]
New York’s Data Center Self-Sabotage [WSJ Ed]
Rubio Takes On the International Criminal Court [WSJ Ed]
New York Post
LA blew $60M on homeless ‘fix’ — it helped just three people [NYP]
Walls close in on Newsom and wife Jennifer over explosive $12M diaper disaster [NYP]
Washington Free Beacon
Abdul El-Sayed Wears Luxury Watches Worth Thousands While Campaigning Against the Wealthy [WFB]
Washington Reporter
Attorneys General across America back Todd Blanche’s confirmation [Reporter]
Democrat’s campaign leans on surrogate wearing “8647 hat” [Reporter]
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