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Mar 19, 2026 • 55min
Ep. 1935 - BREAKING: The Government Launches "Aliens.gov"
They unpack the government registering aliens.gov and looming UFO disclosures. Strange aerial encounters and who might explain them get debated. AI “resurrections” like Val Kilmer spark ethical and spiritual alarm. Political clashes, from intraparty feuds to a misleading CNN poll, get called out. Cultural critiques range from cosmetic surgery trends to vegetarian campaign stunts.

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Mar 18, 2026 • 55min
Ep. 1934 - The Secret To Kim Jong Un's Nail-Biter Election In North Korea
A rundown of North Korea’s implausibly close voting results and what they signal. A surprising Virginia special election upset and its implications for midterms. Polling deep dive on U.S. support for intervention in Iran and the meaning of deploying Marines. A critique of Greta Thunberg’s recent comments on oil and shifting activism.

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Mar 17, 2026 • 54min
Ep. 1933 - The New Ayatollah Of Iran Is Gay?
A wild take on rumors about Iran's new supreme leader. A breakdown of strategic risks around strikes and the Strait of Hormuz. Intraconservative clashes and debates over Israel's role in US actions. A critique of population-panic thinking tied to Paul Ehrlich. Reflections on cultural turmoil during Lent and remarks about US policy toward Cuba.

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Mar 16, 2026 • 59min
Ep. 1932 - The Oscars Take A Swing At TPUSA
A viral column urging women to forgo parenthood sparks cultural critique. Tense analysis of the Iran war, its messaging, and how long gas prices might stay high. A spotlight on an Oscars joke aimed at TPUSA and why that attention matters. Coverage of immigration crime, Cuba’s unrest, and provocative claims about Tucker Carlson’s alleged ties to Iran.

Mar 14, 2026 • 16min
Michael Reacts to the SPICIEST White House Memes
A rapid-fire roundup of sharp White House meme tactics and why they land. Discussion of official deportation memes and their layered, deterrent tone. Breakdown of playful political posts from ASMR to SpongeBob riffs. Notes on personalized takedowns aimed at journalists and youth-focused penguin humor.

Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 11min
Friendly Fire: Iran War Debate, 2028 Presidential Buzz & Oscars Preview
Ben Dominich, an editorial contributor now running an editorial page at The Daily Wire, discusses foreign policy and political fallout from the Iran conflict. He and the panel debate risks, strategic timelines, and how commentary can shape outcomes. Conversation then pivots to 2028 speculation around Vance vs Rubio. The show closes with a spirited Oscars preview.

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Mar 13, 2026 • 57min
Ep. 1931 - Virginia Students Beat Muslim Terrorist To Death
They unpack two violent attacks in the U.S., including how students tackled an attacker and the wider security implications. The conversation links immigration and policy to domestic terror risks. A Pew study on religiosity and mental health sparks debate about faith and social cohesion. And a cultural controversy over replacing a historical figure on UK banknotes gets a sharp critique.

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Mar 12, 2026 • 16min
EXCLUSIVE: Speaker Johnson on Iran War, Midterms, SAVE AMERICA Act with Michael Knowles
Mike Johnson, Speaker of the U.S. House and conservative lawmaker focused on legislative priorities, national security, and fiscal policy. He discusses midterm strategy and recruiting candidates. He outlines the scope and timeline for action on Iran. He explains the SAVE America Act, voter ID efforts, and the push for party unity around core conservative principles.

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Mar 12, 2026 • 51min
Ep. 1930 - President Trump Endorses Jake Paul
A surprise presidential endorsement of Jake Paul and the media swirl that followed. A debunked Pentagon spending scandal and how year-end budgets work. A quirky study on 'hot wifing' placed in a wider critique of pagan sexual norms. Market oddities like a buffalo wing protein espresso martini and a debate over tradition versus meritocracy in Britain.

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Mar 11, 2026 • 46min
Ep. 1929 - Iran: The Least Popular War Ever Launched
Discussion of how a fresh U.S. military action ranks as historically unpopular at launch. Analysis of political risks, messaging choices, and strategic options for Washington. Critique of major media for misleading coverage of jihadi suspects. Examination of new details and alleged lies surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s jail personnel.


