5 things to know about new US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee

4. He has over a decade of experience hosting a weekly talk show. 

Following his first unsuccessful presidential run, Huckabee began hosting a weekly show on Fox News titled “Huckabee.” The show concluded in early 2015, as Huckabee mulled a second presidential bid, which he ultimately moved ahead with later in the year. 

After Huckabee’s second unsuccessful presidential bid, “Huckabee” began airing weekly on Trinity Broadcasting Network in 2017. The broadcaster announced in a statement published in early January that the Jan. 11 episode of the program would be its last. 

TBN praised “Huckabee” as “America’s favorite ‘front porch’ talk show, offering an insightful blend of patriotic, God-honoring values and family-friendly entertainment.”

According to TBN: “Since the show’s debut in 2017, Huckabee has become a staple in TBN’s programming, welcoming national and international newsmakers, iconic celebrities, music legends, inspiring everyday heroes and many more. Governor Huckabee’s legendary take on the happenings in Washington, D.C., paired with his witty charm, has resonated with millions of viewers worldwide.”