I think Mark Steyn is as close as anyone will ever get.
I agree. Always a pleasure for me to hear him when Rush can’t be on. I keep waiting for the day he premieres his own nationally syndicated show.
I like Mark Steyn as a substitute host but he doesn't wear well on me. Rush is the only commentator that I can listen to everyday without tiring of him.
A random thought. Has David Limbaugh ever substituted for his brother? I really like David Limbaugh's writings but I don't recall ever hearing him speak. Probably not a viable option to take over for his brother if, heaven forbid, that is needed in the short term.