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ActBlue faces tough questions on Capitol Hill, the SPLC gets grilled over its tactics, Ron Klain sparks backlash with his defense of Graham Platner, and World Cup visitors discover what makes America unique. Plus, Senator Eric Schmitt joins the fellas after his viral Congressional Baseball Game highlight. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #ActBlue #WorldCup #EricSchmitt00:02:50 ActBlue CEO Pleads the Fifth in Explosive House Hearing 00:12:25 House Republicans Turn Up Pressure on ActBlue Investigation 00:13:50 Southern Poverty Law Center Grilled Over Racism Allegations 00:22:45 Jim Jordan Confronts SPLC Over Encouraging Attendance at Hate Rallies 00:29:47 Ron Klain's Defense of Graham Platner Sparks Outrage 00:38:25 Europeans Discover America and Can't Believe What They Find 00:43:17 NYC Democrat Candidate Picks Team CDC Over Team USA 00:49:02 What Would Actually Get a Democrat Candidate Dropped? 00:51:54 Senator Eric Schmitt on His Viral Congressional Baseball Catch 01:00:20 Eric Schmitt's Plan to Fix College Sports and NIL Chaos 01:11:08 #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #ActBlue #WorldCup #EricSchmitt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Platner saga gets even stranger as Democrats struggle to defend the indefensible despite his primary win in Maine. Plus, King of the Hill, an alligator earns a sheriff's award, and Buck Sexton joins the fellas to discuss propaganda, cults, and his new book Manufacturing Delusion. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #BuckSexton #CurrentEvents #News  00:02:14 Democrats Rally Behind Graham Platner Despite New Controversies 00:05:31 The Truth Behind Platner's Working-Class Image 00:11:57 Democrats Struggle to Defend Platner's Scandals 00:18:34 Chris Coons and the Democratic Party's Platner Problem 00:22:50 How Democrats Created the Bernie Bro Revolt 00:24:40 Trump Unloads on Graham Platner 00:28:59 Ranking the Worst Senate Candidates Ever 00:34:14 What Would Get a Democrat Candidate Dropped Today? 00:36:59 King of the Hill: Bill Kristol vs. Sherry Jacobus 00:49:54 Sheriff Honors Alligator for Helping Catch DWI Suspect 00:56:42 Buck Sexton on Propaganda, Brainwashing, and Manufacturing Delusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The media meltdown over Scott Pelley, the latest fallout from the Graham Platner scandal, California's election counting chaos, and a recap of the Tunnel to Towers climb. Plus Rep. August Pfluger joins the fellas to discuss reconciliation, government fraud, and the future of the Republican agenda. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #ScottPelley #California #Congress 00:03:18 Scott Pelley's Meltdown Over Changes at CBS News 00:07:17 Scott Pelley Compares Journalism to Military Service 00:33:21 John Fetterman Obliterates Graham Plattner 00:37:26 Plattner's Supporters Defend the Indefensible 00:44:29 Hakeem Jeffries Dodges Questions on the Plattner Scandal 00:49:34 Spencer Pratt's Runoff Chances Collapse as California Keeps Counting 00:54:59 California Ballot Controversy and the Lee Wolf Story 01:07:31 Tunnel to Towers Challenge at One World Trade Center 01:16:38 Rep. August Pfluger on Reconciliation 3.0 and GOP Priorities 01:30:31 Congressional Baseball Game Preview and GOP Winning Streak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marco Rubio and Scott Bessent put Democrats on defense during Capitol Hill hearings, new allegations rock Democrat Senate candidate Graham Platner, and Rep. Brandon Gill joins the fellas to expose massive government fraud. Plus, California election chaos, media meltdowns, and the Question of the Day: What's the Democrats' biggest weakness? #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #MarcoRubio #BrandonGill #congress 00:05:18 Trump Cabinet Officials Dominate Congressional Hearings 00:07:26 Marco Rubio Shuts Down Questions About the 2020 Election 00:16:01 Rubio Destroys Claims He Skipped Pakistan Negotiations 00:18:51 Scott Bessent Admits He Threatened to Kick Bill Pulte's Ass 00:22:20 Democrats Rally Behind Embattled Senate Candidate Graham Platner 00:26:39 Senate Democrats Brace for More Platner Scandals 00:28:16 Democrats Struggle to Defend Graham Platner 00:35:38 New York Times Drops Explosive Report on Graham Platner 00:50:00 Sacramento Bee Accidentally Endorses Katie Porter After Election Day 00:57:57 King of the Hill: Bill Kristol vs. Adam Kinzinger 01:07:26 Rep. Brandon Gill Exposes Massive Medicaid Fraud Network 01:24:28 Brandon Gill Breaks Down the High-Stakes Texas Senate Race Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas break down California's primary results, Spencer Pratt's surprising political rise, the Democrats' latest controversial candidates, media meltdowns at CBS, and the growing influence of the far left. Plus, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joins the show to discuss his Senate campaign, election integrity, and the fight for control of the U.S. Senate. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #KenPaxton #CaliforniaPolitics #USSenate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats face a growing headache in Maine as new controversies surround Senate candidate Graham Platner. Plus, Ben Sasse joins the show for an unforgettable discussion on family, faith, death, gratitude, and finding purpose in the time we're given. #RuthlessPodcast #BenSasse #Politics #Faith #Podcast 00:04:09 Democrats' Senate Nightmare: The Graham Platner Problem 00:08:39 Platner's Wife Warned Campaign About Explicit Messages 00:13:22 Why Platner's Kik Account Is Raising New Questions 00:20:50 Platner's Wife Defends Him as Pressure Mounts 00:30:29 Corey Booker Forced to Address the Platner Fallout 00:42:25 Ben Sasse on Faith, Family, and Facing Terminal Cancer 00:52:52 Raising Kids to Serve Others Instead of Themselves 01:07:02 Ben Sasse Explains Why He Isn't Afraid of Death 01:19:23 Ben Sasse's Biggest Regret and Lessons From Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jill Biden's eyebrow-raising claims about the infamous debate, a roast of the disastrous America 250 concert lineup, Hakeem Jeffries' latest FaceTune fail, and the fellas welcome Vivek Ramaswamy to the progrum to discuss Medicaid fraud, healthcare costs, and his vision for Ohio's future. Plus: a legendary King of the Hill showdown, a one-handed driver's traffic stop gone hilariously wrong, and plenty of Friday chaos along the way. #ruthlesspodcast #VivekRamaswamy #America250 #JoeBiden #hakeemjeffries 00:02:56 Jill Biden Claims She Thought Joe Biden Had a Stroke 00:05:12 Debate Fallout and the Biden Family Cover-Up Debate 00:11:49 Democrat Civil War Reignites Over Biden's Exit 00:19:25 America 250 Concert Lineup Gets Roasted 00:28:24 Young MC Bails on America 250 Celebration 00:39:18 Hakeem Jeffries Caught Using FaceTune Again 00:45:23 Does James Talarico Really Avoid Meat? 00:50:29 King of the Hill: Adam Kinzinger vs. Joe Walsh 01:01:00 Florida Deputy Tickets Driver for Using a Hand She Doesn't Have 01:08:06 Vivek Ramaswamy on Medicaid Fraud and Ohio's Future 01:37:20 Why Vivek's Medicaid Fraud Plan Could Become a National Model Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas break down the Republican fight for the Senate majority after Ken Paxton's massive Texas primary win, exposing the Democrats' growing “normal guy” problem as James Talarico's old woke clips come back to haunt the party. Plus: RFK Jr. battles snakes with his bare hands, a “strip club veteran” becomes a courtroom legend, and AFP's Katelyn Bledsoe joins the Progrum to talk affordability, housing, healthcare, and why Republicans need a real economic message heading into 2026. #RuthlessPodcast #KenPaxton #TexasPolitics #2026Midterms #JamesTalarico #RFKJr #AFP #RepublicanParty #PoliticalPodcast #Election2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is pushing cheap tickets to the World Cup, but the trolls have different plans. The humiliating twitch stream that everyone is talking about. What was Mamdani thinking? Hunter Biden and Candace Owens kick around the most insane conspiracy theories you've ever heard. PLUS, a not-so-fond farewell to Stephen Colbert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas bullied the DNC into releasing their autopsy. After months of delays, leaks, infighting, and excuses from DNC leadership...we got him. DNC Chair Ken Martin has released the 2024 autopsy. What was supposed to explain Kamala Harris' crushing defeat instead exposed a party drowning in incompetence, denial, factional warfare, and pure political malpractice. Plus, Congressman Pat Harrigan joins the show ahead of Memorial Day to discuss honoring fallen service members, fixing military waste through “right to repair,” and why Republicans still have a major opportunity heading into the midterms if they stay focused on delivering results. #DNCautopsy #memorialday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vile hatred is pouring out of the Democrat party. The fellas break down the Democrats' escalating race to the bottom, from House Democrats openly talking about “breaking” MAGA supporters to radical candidates embracing anti-semitic extremism and online left-wing insanity. Plus, the media's double standard gets exposed again as Democrats rally around controversial figures like Graham Platner while pretending none of it reflects the modern party. Then, the crew analyzes Trump's aggressive primary strategy after major wins in Kentucky and the growing battle in Texas. Will Trump's push to reshape the GOP strengthen the party heading into the midterms — or create new problems in the Senate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's primary day in several key states with several more elections are on the horizon. Do we have the candidates? Will Democrats implode? Erick Erickson joins the progrum to discuss GOP prospects in November. In variety, macaque is making headlines again and an unfortunate architectural oversight in Spain. PLUS, Grover Norquist stops by to warn Republicans about the union pay off that is the so-called "Railway Safety Act." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas break down the Democratic Party's identity crisis, from redistricting meltdowns and performative politics to viral clips exposing just how disconnected modern Democrats have become from everyday Americans. Plus, we have new House maps...what do they mean for Republican's chance in November? Let us know, what do Republicans need to do to win? #midterms2026 #demsindisarray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fellas dig into the UFO files disclosure with Congressman Tim Burchett, breaking down hidden government files, mysterious military encounters, and whether the deep state knows more than it admits. Plus: Democrats melt down under real media scrutiny, Marco Rubio's “Maduro tracksuit” moment, King of the Hill chaos, drunk French deer terrorizing the countryside, and a wild DC police scandal. Are we alone in the universe?Let us know what you think in the comments below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AOC's appearance over the weekend has created speculation about a 2028 presidential run. Josh Holmes, Michael Duncan and John Ashbrook break down her chances within a democrat primary. PLUS CA democrats are having trouble with fake Governors and fake boobs and RSLC President Edith Jorge-Tuñón and our signature game - King of the Hill. #aoc #2028election #gavinnewsom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An absolute clinic by Spencer Pratt against liberal opponents in the LA Mayoral debate and Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger looks almost excited that her Democrat rival Louise Lucas is facing legal troubles. Stand-up Trump is back with another classic, PLUS, The Daily Wire's Luke Rosiak joins the progrum to discuss the massive fraud scandal exploding across Ohio. #spencerpratt #MedicaidFraud #PoliticalCorruption #Ruthless Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the conversation nobody wants to have! Is their an heir apparent to Donald Trump? Or is this just the beginning of a battle for the 2028 GOP nomination? What will it take to bring the MAGA universe along in 2028? The fellas answer these questions, plus,  The Federalist Society  Co-Chair Leonard Leo joins the progrum! #maga #2028Election #RepublicanParty #rubio #vance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DNC chaos deepens as Democrats scramble to rebuild their failing political machine amid leadership infighting, fundraising gaps, and 2024 fallout, then Spencer Pratt and Mary Katharine Ham join the Progrum!#DNC #DemocratCrisis #2024Election #MAHA #LAmayorsrace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The left-wing of the Democrat party is dominating primaries. Despite Chuck Schumer's best efforts to win in November, the radicals seem to be coming out on top. In the lightning round, Trump lightly roasts the NASA administrator and Jasmine Crockett just won't go away. Plus, King of the Hill returns! #Platner #MaineSenate #Midterms2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI raids nearly two dozen sites in Minneapolis as part of a vast fraud investigation. Democrats are feeling the heat as the feds focus on daycare fraud. The political hypocrisy of Democrats becomes obvious as Tim Walz and Ilhan Omar take center stage in the ongoing scandal in Minnesota. Elise Stefanik joins the progrum to discuss her new book 'Poisoned Ivies' and weighs in on accountability for higher education. #PoliticalCorruption #FBIraids #minnesotafraud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yet another attempt on Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The media toes the line as democrats defend their insane rhetoric. #trump #WHCD #MediaBias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats rally around Hasan Piker as the emerging thought leader of the party. Senate candidate Adam Schwarze joins the progrum to make his case for Minnesota. #hasanpiker #MinnesotaPolitics #2026Election Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SPLC and Democrats' “Fake hate” exposed. This is how Democrats use the Southern Poverty Law Center to manufacture extremism for power and profit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is this the end for Ilhan Omar—or just the beginning of a much bigger unraveling? #ilhanomar #politics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why do liberals keep doubling down on policies that clearly aren't working? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—jump straight into a week where the “woke agenda” isn't failing… it's accelerating. Because this isn't subtle anymore. You're seeing it in the spending, the priorities, the messaging—and the complete refusal to admit any of it might be wrong. So the real question becomes: is this about fixing problems… or protecting the ideology no matter the cost? The fellas break it all down—story by story—connecting the dots between policy decisions, cultural narratives, and the real-world consequences hitting taxpayers and voters right now. In this episode… California programs that defy common sense—and keep getting funded Boston spending priorities that leave basic needs behind A Senate candidate scandal that raises bigger questions about accountability Millennials vs Boomers—and who actually got the better deal PLUS, A STORY SO OUTRAGEOUS IT INVOLVES RFK JR., A ROAD TRIP, AND A RACCOON. Then it's classic Fun Time Friday chaos. The fellas bounce from policy insanity to cultural absurdity, proving once again that real life is weirder than anything you could script. Special Guest: Michele Tafoya – Why she's stepping into politics after a career in sports – What voters are actually frustrated about right now – The gap between political messaging and real-world outcomes – Why “moderate” branding isn't matching policy reality At the end of the day, this episode hits one core idea: when failure isn't punished, it gets repeated—and sometimes amplified. Question of the Day: Who had it worse? Boomers or millennials? If you're not subscribed, you're behind. Hit subscribe, follow us everywhere, and jump into the comments—we read it all and bring your best takes into the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Democrats suddenly “discover” scandals in their own ranks, is it accountability… or strategy? Is the media actually exposing corruption—or just deciding who gets sacrificed?  The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—bring you a brutal week for Democrats, where long-buried stories explode into the open and the timing raises more questions than answers. Because let's be honest: none of this came out of nowhere. The allegations, the whispers, the patterns—they've been there. So why now? And more importantly… who's next? The fellas connect the dots between media silence, political usefulness, and the moment someone becomes expendable. From Capitol Hill chaos to a shocking corruption case flying under the radar, this isn't just scandal—it's a system. In this episode…Swalwell fallout and the sudden media awakeningThe Gallego connection and what he knew (and when)A Democrat corruption case you definitely didn't hear aboutHow party power determines who gets protected—and who doesn't PLUS, A CONGRESSWOMAN ALLEGEDLY STEALS MILLIONS… AND WEARS THE DIAMOND RING SHE BOUGHT WITH THE MONEY IN HER OFFICIAL PORTRAIT. Then the fellas zoom out. What happens when the media stops pretending? What does it mean for the future of the Democratic Party—and who's really in charge? And just when you think it couldn't get more chaotic… enter Joe Biden, back on stage and reminding everyone why 2024 ended the way it did. Special Guest:Rep. Ben Cline– The Virginia gerrymandering battle that could reshape Congress – Why a 10–1 map is even being attempted– How rural voters get erased in modern redistricting– What this fight signals for the 2026 elections And because this is the Variety Program… it goes completely off the rails. From communist sympathizers on college campuses to humanoid robots chasing wild boars, nothing is off limits. Question of the Day:Predictions - What's the final vote on the VA gerrymander? If you're not subscribed, you're behind. Hit subscribe, follow us everywhere, and jump into the comments—we read it all and bring the best takes into the show. 00:03:08 Swalwell Scandal Erupts and Democrats Pretend Ignorance 00:06:32 Media Knew About Allegations and Stayed Silent 00:09:33 Gallego Pressed on Swalwell Ties and Shifting Story 00:22:17 Shirtless Photo and Democrat Double Standards 00:23:14 Hidden Democrat Corruption Case Involving Disaster Relief Funds 00:32:47 Virginia Gerrymandering Fight Explained with Rep. Ben Cline 00:35:11 How Democrats Plan a 10-1 Map in a Purple State 00:45:53 What Virginia Vote Means for National Politics 00:58:10 Founders' Vision vs Modern Representation Debate 01:02:10 Biden's Public Appearance Raises Questions Again 01:07:15 Hasan Piker and the Rise of Radical Democrat Messaging 01:15:08 King of the Hill Segment Returns with Max Boot vs George Conway ➢ Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ruthless/id1535384390 ➢ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Uj2OGFyb9QnrpZw1nYv7E ➢ Visit our website: https://www.ruthlesspodcast.com/ ➢ Ruthless on X: https://x.com/RuthlessPodcast ➢ Ruthless on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRuthlessPodcast ➢ Ruthless on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthlesspod ➢ Ruthless on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialruthlesspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is the media exposing the truth—or just taking out one of their own? And if a Democrat goes down, is it ever really about accountability… or just clearing the field for the next one up? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook (with Comfortably Smug out on assignment)—jump straight into the Eric Swalwell implosion with special Guest Ben Domenech. What's the deeper game being played behind the scenes? Because this isn't just a scandal—it's a case study. Allegations pile up, the media suddenly “discovers” what they already knew, and a rising Democrat gets wiped out overnight. So the real question is: why now… and who benefits?The fellas break it all down—how power actually works inside the Democratic Party, why California is the ultimate prize, and how the media decides who survives and who gets buried.In this episode…The Swalwell scandal and the perfectly timed political takedownWhy media attacks on Democrats always serve another DemocratCalifornia's outsized influence on national policy—and why it mattersHow internal Democrat power struggles are shaping the future of the party PLUS, AN INTERN RESIGNS LIKE HE'S A CABINET SECRETARY—AND IT'S EXACTLY AS RIDICULOUS AS IT SOUNDS. And it only gets better. The fellas dive into the broader collapse of Democrat messaging, the struggle to win back young male voters, and why some of the loudest voices shaping the party today are completely out of step with everyday Americans. Then it's onto Iran, global energy politics, and the kind of high-stakes chess match most of the media refuses to explain.Special Guest:Ben Domenech (The Daily Wire)– The future of conservative media and opinion writing

Is the next “rising star” in politics already crashing back to earth? How does someone win big, get crowned the future of a party… and then immediately start losing the public? The fellas—Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook—jump straight into the rise and sudden fall of Abigail Spanberger, and what it tells you about how political narratives are built—and how fast they collapse. Because this wasn't supposed to happen. She was marketed as the answer. The moderate. The safe pick. The future. So why are the numbers already turning? And what happens when voters realize they weren't sold the full story? The fellas break it all down—how the “centrist” label gets used, how campaigns say one thing and govern another, and why this might be the blueprint Democrats are trying to run everywhere… whether it works or not. In this episode…The rapid rise—and even faster fall—of Abigail SpanbergerHow the “moderate Democrat” label wins electionsThe redistricting fight blowing up in VirginiaWhy 2028 hopefuls should be paying very close attention And because it's Fun Time Friday… it goes completely off the rails. From cultural insanity to political chaos, this one covers everything. Special Guest: Dr. John Fleming (Louisiana State Treasurer & U.S. Senate Candidate)– His path from doctor and Navy veteran to Senate candidate

Is the outrage real—or is it all just a performance? When the facts start coming in and the narrative falls apart, why do the loudest voices double down instead of backing off? The fellas—Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook—discuss the chaos surrounding Iran and expose what might be the biggest problem in modern politics: the “hot take economy.” Because here's the reality no one wants to admit—when the conflict started, the takes were locked in. Outcomes didn't matter. Facts didn't matter. And when the ceasefire hit? The same people just… flipped the script. So what are we actually watching—analysis, or just people chasing clicks and cash? In this episode…The Iran ceasefire vs the media meltdown that followedHow the “hot take economy” locks in narratives before facts existDemocrat infighting exploding in California primaries2028 candidates running from their own 2020 positions PLUS, A CORPORATE RETREAT SO INSANE IT INVOLVES NAVY SEALS, FIRE ANTS, AND A NEEDLE TO THE BUTT. And it doesn't stop there. The fellas dig into Swalwell allegations coming from inside the Democrat machine, break down why primaries are where the real knives come out, and expose how politicians are trying to memory-hole their own records before 2028 even starts. Then it's Hack Madness Championship time—where two all-time media hacks go head-to-head for ultimate glory. Question of the Day:Is the Iran conflict over? Or is the pause temporary? If you're not subscribed, you're missing it. Hit subscribe, follow us everywhere, and jump into the comments—we read it all and use your takes on the show. 00:03:08 Ceasefire with Iran Sparks Immediate Political Firestorm 00:04:55 Take Economy Accused of Bias Against Trump on Iran 00:06:08 Military Gains in Iran Conflict vs Political Backlash 00:08:38 Libertarian Right Splits Over War Strategy 00:10:44 Democrats Flip Messaging After Ceasefire Announcement 00:14:08 AOC and Critics Double Down Despite Ceasefire 00:18:31 Trump Outlines Ceasefire Terms and Iran Objectives 00:22:15 JD Vance Warns Against Political Black-Pilling 00:24:18 Eric Swalwell Scandal Allegations Surface from Democrats 00:37:48 Democrats Quietly Abandon 2020 Positions Ahead of 2028 00:55:05 Newsom Family Controversy and Criminal Justice Debate 01:00:01 Georgia Special Election Signals Midterm Warning Signs ➢ Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ruthless/id1535384390 ➢ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Uj2OGFyb9QnrpZw1nYv7E ➢ Visit our website: https://www.ruthlesspodcast.com/ ➢ Ruthless on X: https://x.com/RuthlessPodcast ➢ Ruthless on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRuthlessPodcast ➢ Ruthless on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthlesspod ➢ Ruthless on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialruthlesspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is the federal government supposed to run your life—or just protect your freedom? When politicians start promising childcare, healthcare, housing, and everything in between… are they helping you, or making you dependent? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook—jump straight into one of the biggest fights shaping the future of the country: what is the role of government in America today? Because this isn't just policy—it's direction. One side wants more control, more spending, more dependence. The other is asking a question we haven't seriously debated in over a decade: what happens when the system gets too big to manage—and too easy to exploit? In this episode… Trump's argument on federal vs state power—and why it's blowing up online How government programs are being exploited at scale Why fraud, waste, and abuse are no longer just talking points—they're visible everywhere The growing cracks inside the Democratic Party's own base PLUS, A NAKED BURGLAR IN VIRGINIA THAT SOMEHOW TURNS INTO A POLITICAL ARGUMENT. We also break down the ActBlue investigation that could shake up Democratic fundraising, CNN admitting Dem voters don't trust their own leadership, and a Hack Madness Final Four update! And yes… Fun Time Friday delivers again. It always does. Special Guest: Michael Kratsios (White House Director of Science & Technology) – The national AI framework and why it matters for everyday Americans

Is America actually back—or are we just finally remembering who we are? When a bar full of strangers erupts like it's the Super Bowl over a rocket launch, what does that say about the country the media keeps trying to write off? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook—jump straight into the tension between a rising American spirit and a political/media class that seems almost allergic to it. The fellas break it all down—calling out the nonsense and reminding everyone what happens when Americans stop buying the decline narrative. In this episode… Artemis 2 sparks a wave of genuine American pride

Is the system broken—or is it working exactly how the left wants it? When judges start issuing rulings on cases that don't even matter anymore, what are we actually looking at… law, or pure political theater? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook —jump straight into the chaos and ask the question nobody in media wants to touch: is this about justice, or just headlines? Because when courts are making “decisions” with zero real-world impact, activists are celebrating wins that don't exist, and journalists are spinning nonsense into narratives… you've got a problem. And the fellas aren't letting it slide. In this episode…  A federal court ruling that changes… absolutely nothing  Why NPR's “big win” is pure performance politics  The White House ballroom fight that reveals how broken DC really is PLUS, A SUPREME COURT ARGUMENT SO INSANE IT SOUNDS LIKE IT CAME FROM A COLLEGE DORM. Special Guest: Brad Lightcap (COO, OpenAI)  – Why AI is the next great American advantage :us:  – How everyday people can actually use AI to build businesses and scale ideas :robot_face:  – The real race with China—and what's at stake globally :earth_americas:  – Why this isn't about replacing jobs, but multiplying what individuals can do And yes… we go there. From activist judges to wild courtroom logic to the broader question of whether the entire system is drifting away from reality, this one hits everything. Question of the Day:  Is it time to start impeaching activist judges—or does that make things worse? Drop your take in the comments. If you're not subscribed, you're missing half the story. Hit subscribe, follow us everywhere, and jump into the comments—we read all of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are Democrats losing control of their own coalition—or is this exactly where it was always headed? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and (briefly missing) John Ashbrook—talk about a political landscape that feels less like strategy and more like chaos. From fringe activists gaining mainstream influence to protests that look more like performance art than persuasion, the question becomes unavoidable: who's actually in charge anymore? The fellas break it all down with zero patience for nonsense and plenty of laughs, cutting through media spin, exposing contradictions, and calling out the uncomfortable reality shaping today's political battlefield. And yes—it gets weird. Really weird. In this episode… No Kings protests that feel more staged than organic The rise of Hasan Piker and the Democrats' growing identity crisis Media scrambling to clean up a monster they helped create Why Michigan—and voters in Dearborn—are suddenly center stage PLUS, A CHOCOLATE HEIST SO RIDICULOUS IT SOUNDS MADE UP. Special Guests: Scott Kupor (Director, Office of Personnel Management) – Fixing the federal workforce pipeline

Foreign policy chaos, media narratives spinning out of control, and politicians dodging the simplest questions… Special guests - Rep. Julia Letlow and Laurie Buckhout join us for two great interviews as we update our midterms race map! So what's actually true—and who's just playing politics? Don't forget to visit Ruthlesspodcast.com/map to check out all our interviews for midterm races! The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—jump straight into the mess. From Iran to Congress to campaign season, they break down the gap between reality and what's being pushed in the headlines. In this episode… Schumer pressed on Iran—and can't give a straight answer Democrats echoing foreign narratives Media vs reality on negotiations and military action Why this moment feels fundamentally different in U.S. politics PLUS, POLITICIANS ARE TAKING IRAN'S WORD OVER AMERICA—WHAT?! Then we bring in a major voice from the campaign trail as the stakes for 2026 heat up… Special Guest: Julia Letlow • Personal story of loss and public service

Government shutdown chaos. TSA lines out the door. Political blame flying everywhere. So what's really going on—and who's actually responsible? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—cut straight through it. No spin, no fluff. Just the reality behind the dysfunction, the strategy, and why you're the one stuck dealing with it. In this episode… DHS shutdown fallout and TSA chaos Chuck Schumer under pressure inside his own party ICE funding fight and political maneuvering Dem strategy exposed in immigration debate PLUS, POLITICIANS ARE PLAYING CHESS… WHILE YOU'RE STUCK IN A SIX-HOUR AIRPORT LINE We also sit down with Senator Pete Ricketts for a real look at what's happening behind closed doors—and what it means for the country moving forward. Special Guest: Senator Pete Ricketts • DHS shutdown negotiations and political gridlock

Is the problem bad messaging—or is it something deeper? When legacy media starts copying podcasters and still can't win back trust, what does that tell you? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—get into it as they break down a media landscape that's clearly shifting, a government fight that's hitting real people, and a growing gap between what's being said… and what's actually happening. From CNN experimenting with a more “authentic” look to ongoing fallout from DHS funding issues, the conversation keeps circling back to one thing: credibility. And if audiences don't trust what they're hearing anymore… where do they go? In this episode… CNN tests new formats but struggles with audience trust DHS funding fight impacts TSA workers and travelers Hack Madness returns and spotlights media figures Cuba debate highlights contrast between messaging and reality PLUS, A BAR BUILT TO “MONITOR THE SITUATION”… WITH NO WORKING SCREENS?! We also sit down with Senator Bill Cassidy for a grounded look at what's happening in Washington and how it's affecting everyday Americans. Special Guest: Senator Bill Cassidy • DHS funding and TSA disruptions ✈️ • Healthcare affordability and policy priorities

What happens when the Democrats stop pretending to be normal? What happens when the mask slips and the people running for office start sounding completely insane? This week, the fellas jump straight into the chaos and ask the obvious question: how is this the bench the left thinks is ready to run the country? Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook are in peak form as we break down the weirdest, creepiest, and most revealing Democrat candidate moments of the week — and then unleash the most glorious tradition of the year. PLUS, IT'S HACK MADNESS SEASON. In this episode…Democrat candidates getting exposedJames Talarico's bizarre vegan turn resurfacesA Texas congressional candidate's truly insane music videoA New York Democrat attacking the 13th AmendmentThat's right — the fellas officially launch Hack Madness, our annual tournament of the worst liberal hacks in media. The bracket is here. The seeds are set. The hacks are trembling. And the voting madness is about to begin. We also get some elite Trump stand-up, including his perfect St. Patrick's Day riff on Mike Johnson and a brutally funny read on Macron. Because even in the middle of all the insanity, nobody does comic timing like Trump. What Hack Madness brings this year…Media accountability by forceThe 65 worst liberal hacks in the gameBracket drama, seeding chaos, and online warfareYour chance to vote and crown the absolute worst Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Follow us on social for clips, bracket updates, and Hack Madness voting. And get in the comments, because this one is too ridiculous not to argue about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats are melting down, and the fellas are not letting them hide it. When party leadership is getting dragged around by the radical left, what's left of the “moderate Democrat” brand? And when Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries can't even steer their own caucus, how exactly are they planning to steer the country? Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook jump into the chaos surrounding Democrat leadership, the DHS shutdown disaster, and the growing reality that there is no such thing as a moderate Democrat anymore. In this episode… Democrat leadership in free fall Abigail Spanberger's “moderate” mask slips DHS shutdown politics and the national security fallout The SAVE Act fight and what it actually means PLUS, Why are Republicans fighting each other while Democrats hand them a winning issue? The fellas break down how Schumer and Jeffries are boxed in by their own base, why the immigration debate keeps exposing Democrat weakness, and how even purple-state Democrats govern like full-blown radicals the second they get power. It's not subtle anymore. It's not complicated. And voters are starting to notice. Special Guest: Rep. Buddy Carter joins the progrum to talk Georgia's massive Senate race and the road to taking out Jon Ossoff. What Buddy Carter breaks down… Georgia's fight to flip a key Senate seat Why Ossoff doesn't match Georgia values How Trump voters can be turned out in a midterm What separates him from the rest of the GOP field Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Follow Ruthless on social for clips, updates, and all the Hack Madness insanity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when Iran turns into a global punchline, and the fellas decide to have a little too much fun with all of it? Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook are back, and this one goes all in. We kick things off with the wildest story in the world right now: the alleged “Gayatollah” intel bombshell out of Iran. Is this real life? Is this the weirdest regime collapse subplot imaginable? And why does every new detail somehow get even crazier? In this episode… The “Gayatollah” story and the internet's total destruction of the new Iranian leader CNN's absurdly soft coverage of the regime Joy Reid comparing America to Iran The media lies stacking up since the conflict began PLUS, THE NINTH CIRCUIT JUST WROTE “SWINGING DICKS” INTO A JUDICIAL DISSENT. We also get into the latest Democrat excuses; a would-be Senate candidate trying to explain away a scandalous skull tattoo, the Oscars' insane eligibility rules, and one more brutal Harry Enten segment that shows just how deep the hole is for Democrats right now. Question of the Day: What's the most outlandish media lie you've seen since the Iran conflict started? Drop it in the comments. Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday , Thursday and Friday, follow Ruthless on social for clips and updates, and get in the comments because we read the best ones on the next show. 00:02:16 Iran's New Supreme Leader Rumor Sends the Show Off the Rails 00:04:14 Mossad's Wildest Assignment Ever 00:13:31 Why Mockery Might Be the Best Weapon Against Tehran 00:16:43 Hack Madness Tease and CNN's Media Circus 00:18:44 CNN Guest Says America Is the "Real Bad Guy" 00:23:15 Natasha Bertrand's Latest Spin Gets Torched 00:28:07 CNN and the UK Caught Cozying Up to Iran 00:32:32 Joy Reid Compares America to Iran 00:39:07 Bernie-Backed Candidate's Nazi Tattoo Disaster 00:45:50 Ninth Circuit Forces Women's Spa to Admit Men Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some episodes start with laughs. This one starts with a warning. When a convicted ISIS supporter is released from prison and then allegedly shows up at the center of another attack, it's not politics as usual. It's not abstract. It's not theoretical. Lives are at stake. So the question hanging over everything is simple: how many warnings does this country need before people start taking terrorism seriously again? The fellas — Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook — start this episode where it matters. The Old Dominion attack, the synagogue attack in Michigan, and the reality that DHS funding has been blocked while terror threats continue to rise. Then… because the news cycle refuses to stop being insane… things take a turn. Because while America is dealing with real threats, Iran's regime is busy looking like the world's most dysfunctional dictatorship.

Yet another massive taxpayer fraud, this time in California. Why does the media seem more focused on narratives than the billions being stolen from taxpayers? Guests: Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on that state of American energy + AFP's Brent Gardner discusses the on-going Democrat shutdown of DHS. The fellas — Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook jump straight into the chaos. From shocking Medicare hospice fraud (89 HOSPICE COMPANIES REGISTERED IN ONE BUILDING?!) to Democrats shutting down the Department of Homeland Security during heightened global tensions, the episode asks a simple question: what the hell is actually going on in Washington? The fellas break down the latest political insanity, media spin, and policy failures — while also bringing in real experts who actually know what they're talking about. In this episode… • Massive hospice fraud uncovered in California • Democrats blocking DHS funding during global tensions • Media narratives around terrorism and political violence • The economic and national security stakes of American energy Special Guest: Mike Wirth, CEO of Chevron • Global energy markets and the Iran conflict ⛽

What happens when a guy screams “Allahu Akbar,” throws an explosive at a crowd in New York, and the media still twists itself into knots trying to protect the narrative? Who's the real target here, and why does the press seem more offended by the protest than the violence? The fellas — Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook — jump straight into the insanity, breaking down the NYC attempted terror attack, the liberal media spin machine, and the misplaced empathy that keeps letting radicalism hide in plain sight. In this episode… The NYC bomb attack and the media's absurd framing Why the left keeps downplaying Islamic extremism Democrats blocking Homeland Security funding PLUS, THE MEDIA IS REALLY OUT HERE DEFENDING WHO NOW?! And we've got Special Guest Todd Blanche — the Deputy Attorney General — joining the fellas for a conversation on what the DOJ is actually doing while the press chases fairy tales. We get into: - The attempted terror attack in New York and how quickly law enforcement moved - Why homeland security actually has to mean something again - The fraud explosion bleeding taxpayers dry - What it's like going from Trump defense lawyer to the number two guy at DOJ Go to  https://zbiotics.com/RUTHLESS and use RUTHLESS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Question of the Day: What's your best fake lib-journal headline for the New York City terror attack? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when a sitting U.S. Senator, who's also a former Navy SEAL, walks in and breaks down the Iran conflict with the kind of clarity you only get from someone who's lived the GWOT? Everybody's got a take on Iran. Almost nobody can explain it like this. The fellas — Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook — listen to Senator Tim Sheehy to lay it out: why this moment feels like the culmination of a fight that's been running for decades, why the “we're starting a war” framing doesn't match reality, and why the potential domestic ripple effects are concerning. In this episode… Sheehy's Iran breakdown: proxies, deterrence, “finish the job” logic. PLUS, DHS funding fight and what's at stake when the basics get politicized.Variety chaos: the kind of headline that makes you rewind to make sure you heard it right. The show swings to Ohio: the fellas sit down with Senator Jon Husted — a legit football guy with a national championship story — to talk the Ohio Senate race, how he pitches “grow the pie” economics, and why career and technical education is the part of the jobs debate that actually touches real families. Then we hit the rest of the mix: quick hits, clips, and the kind of cultural weirdness that only lands in this feed. Subscribe so you don't miss the next drop, follow us on social for the clipped moments, and hit the comments hard — we're stealing the funniest and the sharpest for the next round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

War in Iran continues — and the fellas are not holding back. Does Iran have a Navy or just expensive toys? And why do Democrats suddenly sound like they don't know what they believe? Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook jump straight into the politics of war. The fellas break down what the Iran operation signals about American power, why the isolationist panic might be missing the point, and how the left keeps getting the messaging wrong. From Chuck Schumer confusion to House Democrat word salads, it's a masterclass in political incoherence. Then it's off to Texas — where John Cornyn shocks the field, Ken Paxton gears up for a runoff, and Jasmine Crockett flames out in spectacular fashion. What does it mean for 2026? Who's up? Who's cooked? Special Guest: NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman

Trump green-lights the strike on Iran—and Washington instantly splits into two camps: strength vs. “what did you just start?” So what's the real play here… and do you trust Trump's plan, or are we walking into the world's messiest endgame? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—jump in fast, cutting through the spin and asking the questions everyone's thinking but nobody on cable will touch. In this episode… Trump's Iran strike and the nuclear clock Why China and Russia stay weirdly quiet DHS shutdown chaos vs. “big boy stuff” reality A palate-cleanser that somehow gets even more unhinged Special Guests: Senator John Kennedy + Brian Hook

When Michael Knowles joins the fellas, the gloves come off. The culture war isn't slowing down — it's exposing who's ready for the moment and who isn't. Why do Democrats keep misreading the country? Why do they double down on the exact messaging that turns voters away? And is the cultural fight now more decisive than any policy debate? Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook kick off with Michael Knowles and dig into what's really driving the political realignment. In this episode… • Why the culture war is remains a battlefield heading into 2026 • What Democrats keep getting wrong about voters • How elite institutions overplay their hand every time • The messaging mistakes Republicans still need to fix PLUS, A STATE OF THE UNION HARD PIVOT THAT DESERVES ITS OWN AWARD. Special Guest: Michael Knowles

Team USA delivers gold — and the Democrats deliver… whatever this is. The fellas break down Gavin Newsom's bizarre “I'm just like you” pitch, Gretchen Whitmer freezing on Ukraine, and Andy Beshear wrapping progressive policy in Sunday-morning language. Then it gets worse: Democrats quietly admit their 2024 problem in a locked-up autopsy they don't want you reading. Also in this episode: • The Texas Democrat primary FCC “equal time” twist no one in media wants to talk about • Trump's greatest stand-up hits (yes, we play them)• Canada coping after hockey heartbreak • A runaway hog with maximum confidence Then — Featured Interview: Stephen Moore

New York just dropped a $127 BILLION budget — and somehow you're still not getting what you paid for. Where's the money going? And how long before this model spreads to every blue state in America? The fellas — Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook — dive headfirst into the insanity. New York's Mamdani budget math doesn't add up. $50 billion for schools. Massive spending hikes. “Tax the rich” — except it never stops there. Is this the future Democrats want nationwide? IN THIS EPISODE… • The jaw-dropping NYC budget breakdown • Why raising taxes never fixes the problem • Eric Swalwell's resurfaced poetry • Trump's stand-up moments at the Board of Peace PLUS, A LIBERAL PARENTING GROUP CHAT TURNS INTO A WAR ZONE. Yes. A DC mom group melts down over Israel, Gaza, and “comrades.” You truly can't make this up. Then — Featured Interview: Todd Ricketts

Colbert says he was “silenced.” Reality: CBS lawyers reminded him the FCC equal-time rule exists — and he didn't want to give the other Democrat equal airtime. So instead of booking other candidates, he kicked the interview online and cried censorship. This wasn't Trump. It wasn't the FCC storming the studio. It was a late-night host trying to tilt a primary on broadcast TV — and getting boxed in by the rulebook. Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook break down the spin, the fundraising play, and the Democrat-media machine that treats late night like a campaign arm. In this episode:• The Equal Time rule Colbert pretends doesn't apply• Why CBS lawyers stepped in• How a “banned interview” turns into a multi-million dollar outrage haul• The real reason Jasmine Crockett didn't get the same invite PLUS — we actually believe in equal time. Featured Interview: Coach Dooley, candidate for U.S. Senate in Georgia

AOC hits the Munich Security Conference and faceplants on foreign policy—so why is the media acting like it was a breakout moment? Is this the Democrats' next presidential contender… or a kingmaker they're trying to polish in real time? The fellas break down the Taiwan dodge, the Venezuela spin, the “global south” rhetoric, and the press running cover like it's their full-time job. Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook connect the dots—and then pivot to the chaos back home. In this episode… AOC's Munich meltdown and the 2028 implications Rubio's contrast and the Western values fight Democrats shutting down DHS—who owns it? The media's “just a few stumbles” spin cycle PLUS, OBAMA SAYS ALIENS ARE REAL… AND NOBODY FOLLOWS UP?! Special Guest: Congressman Andy Barr