Ruthless Podcast

Michael Kratsios, former White House CTO and science advisor, discusses the national AI framework and U.S. competitiveness. He talks about AI's role in sparking blue-collar job growth. He outlines energy, data center power and ratepayer protections. He covers adoption, parental controls, and bipartisan paths for AI policy.

A lively take on the Artemis 2 moon launch and the surge of public pride it sparked. A critique of celebrity-style media tactics as outlets track politicians. A deep dive into an alleged massive California unemployment fraud and its costs for taxpayers. Plus bizarre viral stories and odd legal headlines for comic relief.

Panelists dissect courtroom theatrics and rulings that change nothing while questioning whether legal fights are political theater. They debate holding judges accountable and unpack a baffling Supreme Court argument. A deep interview with OpenAI’s COO explores AI as a national advantage, practical tools for small businesses, and the global tech race with China.

Daniel Bassali, Americans for Prosperity rep focused on America 250 civic campaigns. Scott Kupor, OPM director rebuilding government hiring and early-career pipelines. They discuss staged No Kings protests and media-driven political chaos. They dive into recruiting young talent, removing degree barriers, outsourcing vs in-house capacity, America 250 events, the One Small Step campaign, and the Liberty Bracket.

Laurie Buckhout, former Army colonel and cyber leader running for NC-1, and Julia Letlow, Louisiana congresswoman and Senate candidate, join the conversation. They dive into U.S.-Iran narratives, media credibility, political maneuvering, cyber and military threats, campaign priorities like energy and education, and the dynamics of key midterm races.

Senator Pete Ricketts, former Nebraska governor and current U.S. senator, joins to discuss DHS funding fights and national security risks. He covers Senate negotiations, TSA and cybersecurity furlough impacts, Democratic party discipline and election tactics in Nebraska. Also touches on foreign policy effects on U.S. markets and everyday economic pressures.

Senator Bill Cassidy, a physician-turned-U.S. senator from Louisiana, joins to discuss DHS funding and TSA disruptions. He touches on healthcare affordability and the Stop Insider Trading Act. Cassidy also outlines his Senate re-election campaign and constituent priorities in Louisiana.

They roast a string of Democratic candidates for bizarre statements and strange campaign stunts. A vegan pledge resurfacing and a Texas congressional music video get called out. A New York lawmaker's attack on the 13th Amendment sparks heated reaction. The crew also kicks off a chaotic tournament pitting the most notorious liberal media figures against each other for online voting mayhem.

Rep. Buddy Carter, U.S. Representative from Georgia and 2026 Senate hopeful, talks Georgia politics and his bid to unseat Jon Ossoff. He discusses the state’s key voter concerns like the economy and border security. Short takes cover why he believes he can win, contrasts with primary rivals, and how to turn out Trump-aligned voters in a midterm.

They rip into the viral “Gayatollah” intel bombshell and the internet chaos it created. They lampoon intelligence reporting, Mossad rumors, and mockery as a tactic against Tehran. They savage CNN’s soft Iran coverage and clips comparing America to Iran. Plus wild political scandals, a bizarre tattoo controversy, and a Ninth Circuit dissent that name-checks spa policies.