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Radical Leftwing Violence

 

President Donald Trump meets with the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and addresses the press on multiple issues. The hosts analyze Trump’s remarks, including his blunt assessment of rising left-wing violence and his warning that radical rhetoric from Democrats is fueling domestic terrorism.  The discussion shifts to the U.S. economy, highlighting a surprising 3.8% GDP growth in Q2, record-high stock prices, and falling interest rates. Clay and Buck break down how lower mortgage rates could unlock the housing market and why economic growth—not spending cuts—may be the only path to balancing the federal budget. They also touch on Elon Musk’s prediction that AI-driven innovation could help offset ballooning deficits.

 

Phony Comey

 

The conversation zeroes in on James Comey, the former FBI Director, as reports suggest possible criminal charges for lying under oath before the statute of limitations expires. Clay and Buck revisit Comey’s controversial role in targeting General Michael Flynn and his history of aggressive prosecutions, including the Martha Stewart case. They stress the importance of accountability to prevent the U.S. from descending into “banana republic” politics.

 

Autism and Tylenol

 

Dr. Mehmet Oz, now serving as CMS Administrator under President Trump and HHS Secretary RFK Jr., joins the show to discuss groundbreaking developments in autism research, including promising results from leucovorin therapy for children and emerging concerns about acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy. He emphasizes transparency in government health data and warns against overusing medications during pregnancy. 

 

The conversation explores the alarming rise in autism rates—now estimated at 1 in 31 children—and potential environmental and lifestyle factors, including allergies, chemical exposure, and older parental age. Dr. Oz underscores the need for urgent research and public awareness, noting that autism prevalence has increased fivefold in 25 years.

 

Nerding Out with Ryan

 

In-depth political analysis with guest Ryan Girdusky, host of It’s a Numbers Game. The discussion kicks off with the New Jersey governor’s race, where New Jersey Republican Jack Ciattarelli is gaining momentum against Democrat Mikie Sherrill. Despite Democrats’ historic voter advantage, recent polls show a tightening race, fueled by Sherrill’s controversies—including a viral debate stumble and a resurfaced Naval Academy cheating scandal from 1994. Girdusky explains how skyrocketing electricity costs, driven by data center energy demands, have become a top voter concern in both New Jersey and Virginia, shaping campaign strategies.

 

The conversation shifts to Virginia’s gubernatorial showdown between Republican Winsome Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger. Sears is focusing on cultural issues like transgender participation in women’s sports and locker rooms, while Spanberger avoids clear answers, offering vague responses that Clay and Buck criticize as political double-speak. The hosts argue that Democrats in purple states often run as moderates but govern as progressives, warning voters about the stakes in these off-year elections.

 

Next, attention turns to the New York City mayoral race, where progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani is the overwhelming favorite according to betting markets, despite a crowded field including Andrew Cuomo, Eric Adams, and Curtis Sliwa. Girdusky predicts Mamdani’s win could have national implications for Democrats in the 2026 midterms, as his far-left policies on policing and immigration could become a liability for the party’s brand. 

 

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• James Comey Indictment

  • The episode centers on the claim that former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on two counts of lying under oath to Congress.

  • Cruz and Ferguson argue that Comey falsely denied authorizing leaks to the press, while Andrew McCabe’s testimony and evidence suggest otherwise.

  • They frame this as proof that Comey politicized and weaponized the FBI against Donald Trump.

  • Comey’s public response is portrayed as political and deflective rather than factual.

  • The discussion also touches on the statute of limitations, prosecutorial strategy, and the likelihood of conviction.

  • Comey indictment sparks fierce political reactions nationwide

• Sniper Attack on Dallas ICE Facility (WATCH)

  • The podcast also covers a violent shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas, described as politically motivated.

  • Cruz personally recounts being on the scene shortly after the attack.

  • The shooter is linked rhetorically to left-wing ideology and anti-ICE sentiment, with parallels drawn to other recent politically motivated shootings.

  • The hosts criticize Democratic leaders for “demonizing” ICE and argue that their rhetoric fuels such violence.

• Political Framing

  • The episode repeatedly frames these events within a broader narrative of political weaponization, left-wing hypocrisy, and anti-Trump bias.

  • Cruz portrays Comey as a partisan actor, contrasting his own questioning of Comey with McCabe’s admissions.

  • Violence against law enforcement is positioned as a consequence of inflammatory rhetoric by Democrats.

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   Dallas ICE Facility Shooting

• A gunman attacked an ICE detention center in Dallas, leaving one detainee dead and two critically injured.

• Authorities found bullet casings with anti-ICE messages, suggesting a political/ideological motive.

• Commentary links the attack to months of Democratic criticism of ICE, claiming that political rhetoric fueled hostility toward agents.

• Statements from Gavin Newsom, Jasmine Crockett, Michelle Wu, and others are highlighted as comparing ICE to authoritarian forces, slave patrols, Gestapo, or neo-Nazis.

• ICE officials argue this rhetoric endangers agents, while critics on MSNBC suggest ICE’s own tactics provoke backlash.

• Figures like Ted Cruz and JD Vance call for toning down rhetoric and condemn politically motivated violence.

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• Kamala Harris’s Book Revelations

  • Harris reportedly wrote that she considered Pete Buttigieg as her first choice for VP but decided against him because being both a Black woman and having a gay running mate was “too big of a risk” politically.

  • She also considered Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro but claimed his being Jewish, combined with concerns about protests over Gaza, would hurt enthusiasm within the Democratic Party.

  • Critics in the show frame these choices as evidence of hypocrisy in a party that emphasizes “tolerance and inclusion.”

• Reactions to Harris’s Explanations

  • The hosts argue that Harris blamed voter prejudice rather than policy failures for her struggles.

  • They suggest that her remarks expose bigotry within her own party, not among Republicans.

  • Rachel Maddow’s interview with Harris is highlighted, showing tension as Maddow pressed Harris on the “gay VP” issue.

• Jimmy Kimmel Controversy

  • Kimmel allegedly spread misinformation by joking that Charlie Kirk’s killer was a right-wing extremist, when reports indicated the opposite.

  • ABC briefly pulled him, then returned him to air. Cruz and Ferguson critique Kimmel’s credibility, lack of humor, and political bias.

  • They contrast Kimmel with Jon Stewart, whom Cruz admits is funny despite their political differences.

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Useless UN

 

A sharp critique of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, highlighting the traffic chaos and questioning why the UN remains in Manhattan instead of a less disruptive location. The hosts then pivot to Donald Trump’s bold remarks at the UN, where he dismissed climate change alarmism and called out global elites.

 

The conversation shifts to the mainstream media’s fading obsession with climate change, referencing a recent New York Times piece asking why the issue has “vanished” from public discourse. Clay and Buck also tackle the Ukraine war fatigue, noting the disappearance of Ukraine flags and waning liberal enthusiasm for the conflict.

 

Next, the hosts take aim at YouTube’s admission of COVID-era censorship, exposing how the platform silenced voices that ultimately proved correct on masking and pandemic policies. This leads to a broader discussion on Big Tech’s role in shaping narratives and stifling dissent.

 

Kamala Catastrophe

 

Kamala Harris’s new book tour for 107 Days and her disastrous past interview moments, including the infamous “not a thing I would have done differently” answer about the Biden administration. The hosts analyze why this response reinforced perceptions of Harris as unprepared and politically tone-deaf, and they debate what her future in the Democratic Party looks like heading into 2026.

 

They Will Do It Again

 

Big Tech censorship and free speech. Clay and Buck focus on explosive revelations that YouTube admitted to suppressing conservative voices at the request of the Biden administration during the COVID-19 pandemic. Clay shares firsthand experiences of demonetization and content removal for questioning mask mandates and vaccine policies—positions later validated by science. 

 

Buck underscores how these actions amounted to government-backed censorship, costing conservative media companies hundreds of millions of dollars and undermining open debate. The hosts criticize the Supreme Court’s failure to address this First Amendment violation, warning that these practices could return under future Democratic administrations.

 

Additional segments highlight the contrast between the media’s outrage over Jimmy Kimmel’s brief suspension and its silence on systemic censorship by tech giants. Clay and Buck argue that while Kimmel missed four shows, countless conservative creators faced long-term suppression and financial harm. They also discuss algorithmic shadow-banning, the lingering effects of being placed on YouTube’s “naughty list,” and why online platforms now function as the modern public square.

 

Shady Lady

 

A deep look at the New Jersey governor’s race, where Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill faces scrutiny over allegations of questionable stock trades. Clay and Buck break down reports that Sherrill’s net worth skyrocketed from a few million to roughly $12 million while serving in Congress, despite an annual salary of $174,000. 

 

They discuss her awkward response to Charlemagne tha God’s question about making $7 million in trades and explore the broader issue of insider trading in Congress, calling for mandatory blind trusts or index fund requirements to restore public trust.

 

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• Setting: President Trump held a press conference after attending Charlie Kirk’s funeral, teasing it as a “major announcement” on autism and public health.

• Main Claim: Trump and RFK Jr. asserted that acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy may be associated with an increased risk of autism in children. Trump directly warned against taking Tylenol while pregnant, except in extreme cases of high fever.

• Autism Statistics (as presented by Trump):

  • Historical rates cited: 1 in 20,000 → 1 in 10,000 → 1 in 31 overall today, and as high as 1 in 12 among boys in some regions (e.g., California).

  • He described this increase as “artificial” and linked it to medication and vaccines.

• Specific Policy Steps Announced:

  • FDA to issue warnings and update labeling for acetaminophen, cautioning its use during pregnancy.

  • NIH, FDA, CDC, and CMS to coordinate a new effort investigating potential environmental, pharmaceutical, and vaccine links to autism.

  • New grant funding (13 awards) through NIH’s Autism Data Science Initiatives.

• Other Health Proposals Trump Raised:

  • Vaccines: suggested spacing them out, avoiding certain ingredients (mercury, aluminum), giving MMR separately, and delaying hepatitis B vaccination until age 12.

  • Treatment: referenced new findings suggesting folate deficiency in children may contribute to autism, with therapies under research.

• RFK Jr.’s Role:

  • He emphasized that past autism research was too focused on genetics and ignored environmental/toxic exposures.

  • Supported Trump’s push to investigate acetaminophen, vaccines, and other potential causes.

  • Announced NIH/FDA would pursue depoliticized research, new label warnings, and public education campaigns.

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1. Grief & Tribute – We mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, describing him as a friend, husband, and father taken too soon.

2. Revival & Faith – The event was more than a funeral, but rather a catalyst for spiritual revival. Speakers repeatedly stress how millions heard the Gospel and were moved.

3. Forgiveness & Strength – A centerpiece of the podcast is Erica Kirk’s speech, especially her public forgiveness of her husband’s killer, which is framed as a Christ-like act of grace.

4. Unity & Legacy – The memorial is described as unifying political leaders, religious communities, and ordinary people. Mentions of figures like Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Van Jones illustrate broad reach and impact.

5. Hope for America – The speakers conclude that Charlie’s death and the memorial may inspire a generational shift toward faith, civility, and spiritual renewal.

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• Charlie Kirk Assassination

  • The central focus is the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

  • It highlights how some individuals on social media and in academic or professional positions were accused of celebrating his death.

  • Commentary draws sharp contrasts between free speech protections and the consequences of hateful or violent speech.

• First Amendment & Consequences

  • The speakers emphasize that while the U.S. Constitution protects free speech from government prosecution, it does not shield individuals from personal or professional consequences.

  • They compare celebratory speech about Kirk’s murder to other forms of offensive expression that might justifiably lead to disciplinary or employment consequences.

• Text Messages Between the Assassin and Partner

  • We talk about the text exchanges between the shooter and a transgender partner.

  • These messages are described as both incriminating (a clear confession) and disturbing, while also criticizing mainstream media outlets like ABC News for framing them in a more “romanticized” or “touching” light.

• Criticism of Media Coverage

  • Strong criticism is directed at outlets like CNN, MSNBC, and ABC News for allegedly downplaying or misrepresenting the motives of the assassin.

  • The speakers argue that the media deliberately avoids framing the crime as left-wing political violence tied to Antifa or transgender activism.

• Antifa and Terrorism Designation

  • The latter portion shifts to broader political implications, particularly Senator Ted Cruz urging the FBI and Trump administration to designate Antifa as a terrorist organization.

  • It discusses legislation (the “Stop Funders Act”) aimed at following the financial networks behind left-wing protest groups, riots, and activist organizations.

  • It links Antifa and Black Lives Matter funding to foreign and domestic wealthy donors (e.g., George Soros).

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• Jimmy Kimmel’s Firing & FCC Involvement

  • The hosts argue that Jimmy Kimmel was suspended/fired not just because of controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk’s assassination, but also because of poor ratings, declining revenue for ABC, and refusal to apologize.

  • They dispute claims that it was “cancel culture,” instead framing it as a business decision coupled with consequences for spreading misinformation.

  • The FCC’s possible involvement raises First Amendment concerns. While FCC Chair Brendan Carr suggested broadcasters must act in the “public interest” and hinted at consequences for Kimmel’s comments, Cruz and Ferguson strongly criticize the idea of government threats against speech. They warn that allowing the FCC to police political content would set a dangerous precedent, especially against conservatives in the future.

• Trump Designating ANTIFA a Terrorist Organization

  • The second half of the discussion covers Senator Cruz questioning FBI Director Cash Betel about Antifa. Cruz urges following the money behind violent protests, pushing for the group’s designation as a terrorist organization.

  • Shortly after, Trump announced Antifa would indeed be labeled a terrorist group. The hosts praise this move, calling Antifa a violent organization funded by radical donors (including foreign governments and wealthy left-leaning individuals).

  • They stress a distinction between free speech (protected) and violent action (not protected).

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