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The official podcast of the nationally syndicated Joe Pags Show heard weekday afternoons from 5-8. The Joe Pags Show, live from NewsRadio 1200 WOAI studios in San Antonio, The Joe Pags Show can be heard on multiple stations across the country and worldwide on the iHeartRadio app.

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    Gas Prices Rise, Troops Killed, Mamdani Targets Netanyahu + Marine Arrested - July 20 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 44:21


    Pags opens the show with the latest on rising gas prices and the deaths of U.S. service members in the Middle East, including a look at the hometowns of the fallen troops from Texas and Hawaii. He also takes a lighter break as the crew celebrates Polo's 50th birthday with stories from over the years. Pags then reacts to New York City mayor  Zohran Mamdani's comments that he would seek to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visited New York, explaining why he believes the idea is unrealistic and what such a move could mean diplomatically. Finally, Pags provides an update on recent politically motivated threats, including the arrest of a former U.S. Army soldier accused of setting a fire and launching fireworks outside a federal building that houses ICE and FBI offices in Lower Manhattan, an incident now being investigated by the FBI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Radical Democrats Under Fire, Bill Maher Breaks Ranks + Kay Hill Exposes the Political Divide - July 20 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 44:21


    Pags reacts to comments from Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin about the SAVE Act, arguing that requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration is designed to prevent illegal voting, and questions why some Democrats oppose the measure. The SAVE Act would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register for federal elections and has become a major point of partisan debate. Pags also revisits campaign promises from Rep. Rashida Tlaib, weighs in on comedian Bill Maher's recent criticisms of the Democratic Party, and reflects on Maher's memorable conversation with Charlie Kirk. He then discusses Michigan gubernatorial candidate Abdul El-Sayed's proposals to raise taxes and expand government programs. Finally, Kay Hill joins the program to examine the growing political divisions in America, the role of media narratives and cultural battles in fueling polarization, and what she believes is driving the country's increasingly fractured political climate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tom Homan Sounds Off + Brigitte Gabriel Warns About America's Future - July 20 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 44:21


    Pags breaks down the growing controversy surrounding Zohran Mamdani as New York lawmakers push to investigate whether his comments about arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu crossed legal lines. He also reacts to Mamdani's latest remarks about making New York a "sanctuary city" and what they could mean for immigration enforcement. Pags then highlights comments from Border Czar Tom Homan, who explains why some jurisdictions refuse to cooperate with ICE and reminds Americans that ICE agents are mothers, fathers, and public servants carrying out the law. Then, Brigitte Gabriel, founder of Act for America and a national security expert who fled Lebanon's civil war, joins the show to discuss Mamdani, the future of Iran's regime, growing concerns over Islamist influence in the West, and what she believes America must do to protect its national security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Drops the Receipts, Deep State Files Unleashed + Pags Breaks It All Down - July 17 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 44:20


    Pags takes a deep dive into President Trump's primetime address, breaking down the documents Trump declassified, the claims he made about election integrity, foreign interference, and the so-called "deep state," while responding point-by-point to the biggest counterarguments. Trump also announced that additional documents will be released as part of the investigation into intelligence and election-related matters. Pags says the allegations, if fully proven, read like a Hollywood political thriller—and wonders why no one in Hollywood would dare make that movie. Trump's address centered on newly declassified intelligence, election security, and calls for further investigations, though some of the released material has been disputed by other analysts and news organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Speech Fallout, Airline Controversy + Gary Berntsen Returns - July 17 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 44:20


    Pags continues breaking down President Trump's primetime address, arguing that even his biggest critics should pay attention to what was actually said. He and the crew have some fun reacting to reports that United Airlines would allow passengers to change flights if they didn't want to land at the newly renamed Donald J. Trump Airport, before separating fact from fiction and digging into the full story. Pags also discusses the FAA's push for billions of dollars to modernize America's aging air traffic control system, then offers a sarcastic take on a cruise that was denied entry into ports in Turkey and Egypt. He also looks at Maine Senate candidate Ashley Webb and why, according to Pags, she may not be who voters think she is. Finally, former CIA special operations officer Gary Berntsen returns to continue the conversation about alleged election interference, the evidence he says he uncovered, and why he believes it deserves further investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Did Trump Finally Prove It? Gary Berntsen Reveals What He Says the Evidence Shows - July 17 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 44:20


    Pags explains why he believes many critics oppose President Trump without clearly articulating their reasons, then breaks down DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin's latest claims about voter fraud and election integrity. He also explores whether a president has the legal authority to eliminate voting machines or whether those decisions rest with states and Congress. Then, former CIA special operations officer Gary Berntsen joins the show to discuss his findings on alleged election interference, how those findings inspired the book Stolen Elections, and why he believes the evidence involving voting systems and foreign actors deserves closer scrutiny. Berntsen also explains why he believes the evidence cited by President Trump warrants further investigation into the 2020 election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump's Big Speech Tonight, Iran in Chaos + Rubio Sounds the Alarm on Political Terrorism - July 16 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 44:21


    Pags previews President Trump's major speech tonight and asks a provocative question: what if your vote didn't count in 2020? He then turns to the latest developments in Iran, breaking down the status of a potential deal as fighting continues and discussing new reports alleging militants covered up killings during anti-regime protests. Pags also reacts to Secretary of State Marco Rubio's remarks at the U.S. Ministerial on the Resurgence of Political Terrorism, explaining why he believes political violence is becoming one of America's biggest threats. He closes with Stephen Miller's response to recent acts of left-wing violence and a broader conversation about the dangers of radical ideology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Media Snubs Trump's Speech, SAVE Act Showdown + Matt O'Brien on Immigration - July 16 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 44:20


    Pags sounds off after ABC, NBC, and CNN decline to carry President Trump's primetime address, asking why Americans shouldn't be allowed to hear directly from the president and decide for themselves. He then breaks down the growing battle over the SAVE Act as the Senate faces mounting pressure to act on one of the administration's top election priorities. Then, Matt O'Brien of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) joins the show to discuss the reality behind mass deportation claims, the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship decision, and the biggest immigration challenges facing the country today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump's Big Speech Tonight: Will He Reveal Proof? + Italy Blames America? - July 16 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 44:20


    Pags begins with the latest flooding update in San Antonio before previewing President Trump's highly anticipated primetime speech. He and the crew debate whether Trump will present new evidence about the 2020 election—and if he does, whether it instantly becomes the biggest story of the year. Pags also asks why every American, regardless of politics, should want to hear what the president has to say firsthand. Then, Simona Mangiante Papadopoulos joins from Italy to discuss Europe's brutal heat wave, why some are blaming the United States, and the latest developments involving Ukraine and the growing geopolitical tensions across Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Todd Blanche Takes the Fight to the Senate + Trump Won't Back Down on ICE - July 15 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 44:20


    San Antonio gets another round of heavy rain, and Joe Pags checks in with the latest local conditions. Then, he breaks down Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing, highlighting Blanche's opening statement, his sharp exchanges with Democratic senators, and why Pags believes he'll have little trouble becoming Attorney General. Pags also pushes back on arguments from the left over crime and public safety. Finally, he reacts after President Trump says ICE should continue making traffic stops despite recent attacks on agents, explaining why he believes immigration enforcement cannot pause in the face of violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Race Over Merit? Pags Takes On Summer Lee + Dr. Jesse Lopez Unpacks the Headlines - July 15 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 44:20


    Pags sounds off on Congresswoman Summer Lee, accusing her of pushing a race-based narrative instead of focusing on merit. He challenges her comments by asking a simple question: shouldn't every patient want the best doctor possible, regardless of race? Pags argues America shouldn't judge people's abilities by the color of their skin and explains why he believes this debate should have ended generations ago. Then, Dr. Jesse Lopez joins for a wide-ranging conversation on the Taco Bell parasite outbreak, the government's $1.55 billion purchase of additional COVID-19 vaccines, concerns about vaccine side effects, and how two foreign nationals allegedly entered the U.S. carrying hundreds of samples of monkeypox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump's Iran Update, Military Readiness + Lt. Col. Addicott Breaks It All Down - July 15 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 44:19


    President Trump heads to Pennsylvania and delivers major updates on veterans, announcing that service members who drove heavy trucks in the military will now have a pathway to earn commercial trucking licenses. He also discusses the destruction of Iran's military capabilities, addresses questions about his safety during his first public appearance since NATO, and gives an update on America's military readiness and weapons stockpile. Pags then breaks down the biggest headlines surrounding Iran, including how the conflict is reshaping global oil markets and why he wants to hear Iran admit defeat itself. He also reacts as War Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a new policy testing troops for low testosterone. Then, former Army Lt. Col. Jeffrey Addicott joins the show to explain the optics of the Iraqi prime minister's White House visit, the latest on Iran, whether the Strait of Hormuz is truly open or closed, and why recent U.S. strikes are happening in broad daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ICE Pulls Back After Shootings, Trump Meets Iraqi Leaders + What's Really Happening? - July 14 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 44:20


    ICE is pausing most traffic-stop arrests after two deadly shootings, and Joe Pags breaks down what happened, why Tom Homan says the mission can't stop, and why he believes it's becoming nearly impossible for agents to do their jobs without backing from communities and elected officials. He also explains why the FBI is involved following Senator Lindsey Graham's death. Then, President Trump meets with Iraq's prime minister, answers reporters' questions, and prompts Pags to take a fascinating look back at America's long and complicated history with Iraq. And finally... yes, it's real: TMZ reports Taco Bell is under investigation over an explosive parasite outbreak, and the crew can't help but react. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump's Big Speech Thursday, Todd Blanche's Rise + Nico LaHood Part 1 - July 14 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 44:19


    President Trump praises Todd Blanche's rise from personal attorney to Acting Attorney General and urges the Senate to confirm him permanently. With Trump's major speech set for Thursday, Joe Pags asks whether the mainstream media will air it fairly—or ignore it because of politics. Then, former Bexar County District Attorney Nico LaHood joins for Part 1 of a compelling conversation, breaking down whether the Charlie Kirk murder case is likely to go to trial, how criminal cases differ from state to state, and why the facts behind San Antonio's infamous McDonald's shooting were far different than the public was led to believe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Will Congress Deliver? SAVE Act, Daylight Saving Drama + Nico LaHood Part 2 - July 14 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 44:19


    Will the House actually pass the SAVE America Act? Joe Pags isn't convinced and explains what's standing in the way. He also reacts after the House advances President Trump's push to make daylight saving time permanent, asking whether the Senate will finally get it across the finish line. Then, Pags sounds off on a new study showing nearly 60% of young women get health advice from influencers, weighs in on the growing backlash over new broadcasting guidelines for women's sports, and wraps up with Part 2 of his conversation with former Bexar County District Attorney Nico LaHood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Lindsey Graham Dies Suddenly, What's Next for South Carolina? - July 13 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 44:19


    The nation reacts after the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham. Joe Pags breaks down what happened, the President's final conversation with Graham just hours before his passing, and what the Constitution says comes next for South Carolina's Senate seat. He also reacts to John Thune's emotional remarks, calls out the disturbing trend of people celebrating a political opponent's death online, and defends basic decency in public discourse. Plus, Pags covers the governor's appointment to fill the seat, discusses the future of the SAVE America Act, and asks what Graham's passing could mean for Republicans heading into November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ICE Under Fire, Pags Sounds Off + Will Nancy Mace Replace Lindsey Graham? - July 13 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 44:20


    Pags reflects on Lindsey Graham's heartfelt stories about his sister and the legacy he leaves behind. He then breaks down the latest ICE-related shootings, calls on the media to report the facts instead of pushing narratives, and compares the recent incidents to the thousands of successful ICE operations that receive little attention. Pags also argues ICE vehicles should be clearly marked and says anyone unsure whether they're dealing with law enforcement should go directly to a police station. Then, South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace joins the show to remember Senator Graham as a mentor, answer whether she'd consider running for his Senate seat, and explain why she believes term limits are long overdue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    ICE Under Fire, Russia Threats Grow + Kay Hill Sounds the Alarm on Cuba - July 13 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 44:19


    Pags asks why ICE agents are carrying out street enforcement when states like Texas already have laws such as SB 4 to help combat illegal immigration. He breaks down the latest deadly ICE cases in Maine and Texas, explains why body-worn cameras have cleared more officers than suspects, and argues facts should come before outrage. Pags also reacts to growing concerns over Russia, saying Vladimir Putin's history makes new threats worth taking seriously as Ukraine and its allies strengthen missile defenses. Then, Kay Hill joins the show to discuss reports of Iranian, Cuban, and Russian military-style drones operating in Cuba, what that could mean for U.S. national security, and why Americans should be paying attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Houston ICE Shooting Questions, Rubio Slams Walz + Trump's Iran Warning - July 10 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2026 44:19


    Pags breaks down the Houston ICE shooting, including what is known about the illegal immigrant who had reportedly lived in the U.S. for more than 30 years, why agents weren't wearing body cameras, and whether both sides of the deadly encounter may have believed they were acting in self-defense. He also reacts as Marco Rubio forcefully pushes back on Tim Walz over his controversial pardon decision and asks why voices defending these policies continue to get a platform. Plus, Pags explains whether the Strait of Hormuz is really open or closed, reacts to President Trump's warning that Iran would be "obliterated" if he were assassinated, and breaks down new DOJ indictments tied to an alleged terror plot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mamdani's Iran Links? Trump Taps John Rich + Louie Gohmert Explains SCOTUS - July 10 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2026 44:23


    Pags sounds the alarm over Zohran Mamdani after reports that a planned meeting between one of his officials and an Iranian envoy was blocked by the State Department. He also reacts to Mamdani defending New York City's controversial immigrant map, arguing the mayoral candidate is putting his political base ahead of longtime New Yorkers and the country. Plus, President Trump names country star John Rich as Special Envoy for American Landowners. Then, former Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert joins to break down the latest Supreme Court rulings, birthright citizenship, the Paxton vs. Talarico race, and why he says much of what Americans were told about Obamacare was never actually true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Will Candace Owens Apologize? Charlie Kirk Case Takes a Turn + Louie Gohmert Part 2 - July 10 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2026 44:22


    As new evidence emerges in the Charlie Kirk murder case, Joe Pags asks whether Candace Owens will finally admit she got it wrong. He breaks down the latest from the preliminary hearing, including why the suspect declined to testify and how newly revealed evidence undercuts many of the conspiracy theories surrounding the case. Pags also explains why the SAVE America Act needs to pass and what it could mean for election integrity. Then, Louie Gohmert returns for Part 2, diving deeper into the Constitution, Supreme Court rulings, and the legal battles shaping America's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Platner Is OUT. Now What? + Trump Targeted by Iran - July 9 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 44:20


    Graham Platner has officially dropped out of the Maine Senate race after his campaign imploded under mounting scandals and a sexual assault allegation he denies. Joe Pags asks how Democrats let it get this far, breaks down the fallout from Platner's exit, and looks at what it means for Susan Collins and the race moving forward. Pags also reacts to President Trump aboard Air Force One, discusses renewed threats from Iran after reports he remains a top target, Eric Trump's landing at the new Trump airport, and takes calls from listeners on the day's biggest stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Iran's New Trump Threat, Charlie Kirk Trial Looms + Victoria Coates Reveals What's Next - July 9 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 44:19


    A former U.S. Olympic canoeist has pleaded not guilty after being charged in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage case, and Joe Pags calls out the media framing around the story. Then, Pags breaks down the Charlie Kirk preliminary hearing, including the controversy over alleged confession evidence and whether the case is headed to trial. Plus, new reports say Iran may be behind a fresh plot targeting President Trump, and Victoria Coates joins to discuss Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, whether the MOU is dead, and how the U.S. can pressure Tehran financially. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Where Is Mitch McConnell? ICE Shooting Questions + Ali Bradley Breaks It Down - July 9 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 44:19


    Questions are swirling after the Houston ICE shooting, including why the agents reportedly weren't wearing body cameras. Joe Pags explains what he says is the real reason and why politics played a role. He also reacts to reports that Mitch McConnell is hospitalized in rehab, asking why Americans are expected to accept so few details when transparency was demanded of leaders like Lloyd Austin and Joe Biden. Pags shares his own experience publicly discussing his cancer diagnosis and argues elected officials owe the public honesty. Plus, President Trump says he'll ask the Supreme Court to rehear the birthright citizenship case. Then, Ali Bradley joins to separate fact from fiction in the Houston case, provide the latest on ICE deportations and border security, explain what's happening with the border wall, and break down the growing issue of birth tourism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Party Lines, Iran Ceasefire COLLAPSES + Why Is Trump on Iran's Kill List? - July 8 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 44:19


    Pags takes a fun trip down memory lane, remembering party lines and asking whether today's online group chats have become the modern version of neighborhood conversations. Then, the mood shifts as the Iran ceasefire appears to fall apart while President Trump addresses the situation from the NATO summit. Pags breaks down Trump's latest remarks, Vice President JD Vance's message, and why Iran is reportedly calling Trump its "number one" target—explaining what it could mean and where the conflict goes from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Judge Spared Prison, Trump Says MOU Is OVER + Riley Gaines Part 1 - July 8 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 40:32


    A former Wisconsin judge is spared prison after obstructing an ICE arrest, leaving Joe Pags asking what kind of message that sends. Then, President Trump says the MOU is over—but will it actually end, or is there more to the story? Plus, Riley Gaines joins for Part 1 of a powerful conversation on protecting women's sports, the Supreme Court's latest ruling, Charlie Kirk's trial, Candace Owens' controversial comments, and why she says the fight is far from over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Charlie Kirk Trial Twist, McConnell Pressure Builds + Riley Gaines Part 2 - July 8 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 44:20


    Pags brings the latest from the Charlie Kirk trial, including the courtroom controversy over whether a key statement was really a confession. He also reacts after Andy Beshear calls on Mitch McConnell to make a public statement, questions why events surrounding the case seem increasingly strange, and explains why some believe delays could be aimed at avoiding a special election. Then, Riley Gaines returns for Part 2, continuing the conversation on protecting women's sports, free speech, and the cultural battles shaping America today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Platner Under Pressure, Trump Eyes Greenland Again + NATO Troop Debate - July 7 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 44:19


    Will Graham Platner finally step down? Even Zohran Mamdani is calling for it, and Joe Pags asks whether this scandal now makes the race a shoe-in for Susan Collins. He also digs into why President Trump is talking about Greenland again, reacts to USA soccer, gives the latest from the Charlie Kirk trial, and previews Trump's NATO trip with a major question: should America start pulling more troops out of Europe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Where Is Mitch McConnell? Pags Says It's Time for a Serious Conversation - July 7 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 44:20


    Where has Mitch McConnell been—and why isn't anyone talking about it? Joe Pags asks whether it's finally time for term limits, age limits, or competency standards for elected officials, arguing Americans deserve leaders who can fully do the job. Then, Harmeet Dhillon joins for a wide-ranging conversation on election integrity, voting laws, the DOJ's civil rights priorities, Michigan's voter roll controversy, and why she says restoring confidence in America's elections starts with enforcing the law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Earthquake Tragedy Grows, Karmelo Anthony Wants a Do-Over + Chief McManus' Final Interview - July 7 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 44:19


    The death toll continues to climb as Venezuela searches desperately for people still missing after the devastating earthquake. Joe Pags also reacts after Karmelo Anthony's legal team seeks a new trial and the judge's removal, saying defendants don't get to pick their jury. He breaks down Energy Secretary Christopher Wright's push to eliminate burdensome regulations, the Army's new waist-to-height fitness standards, and then sits down with San Antonio Police Chief William McManus for an exclusive exit interview. After 20 years leading SAPD, McManus reflects on policing in America, the Summer of Love, support for law enforcement, why he's retiring, and what's next for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    America Throws a Birthday Party… Then the Left Says WHAT?! - July 6 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 43:03


    As America celebrates its 250th birthday with a massive Fourth of July spectacle in Washington, Joe Pags asks why some politicians just can't bring themselves to celebrate the country. He calls out Zohran Mamdani over what he says are deeply unpatriotic positions, reacts in disbelief after Jasmine Crockett says Americans should have thanked a Black woman on Independence Day, and asks what happened to simply celebrating America. Then, Pags takes on Alicia Keys after comments that leave the crew wondering how common sense got left behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Another Scandal Rocks Graham Platner + Newsom Wiretap Bombshell? - July 6 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 44:18


    Another scandal is piling onto Graham Platner, and Joe Pags says Democrats have a serious candidate problem—asking how someone with this much baggage ever made it this far. He argues just about anyone could beat him at this point and wonders whether the party is vetting candidates at all. Then, Kay Hill joins the show to break down explosive reports involving Gavin Newsom's inner circle, who was allegedly wearing a wire, what investigators may be looking into, and what it could mean for Newsom's 2028 presidential ambitions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Stop Talking, Start Fighting! Pags Blasts Republicans + Charlie Kirk Trial Begins - July 6 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 44:19


    Pags has had enough of Republicans saying they're "fighting" for the American people. He wants action—not speeches—and unloads on lawmakers who keep promising results without delivering them. He also breaks down Day 1 of the Charlie Kirk trial, what we know so far, and the biggest questions that still need answers. Then, geologist and climate expert Gregory Wrightstone joins to challenge the mainstream climate narrative, explaining why Europe's heat isn't unprecedented, why more air conditioning—not more regulation—may be the real solution, and why carbon dioxide isn't the villain many claim it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    July 2 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 44:19


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    July 2 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 44:19


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    July 2 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 44:21


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    Iran Ceasefire for the 250th, Tren de Aragua Busts + Mullin on Deportations - July 1 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 44:19


    Iran agrees to a ceasefire over America's 250th holiday, and Joe Pags asks whether this is real progress or just another case of moving the goalposts. Then, Todd Blanche announces major Tren de Aragua arrests, while Secretary Mullin lays down the line on immigration, deportations, and why the administration says enforcement is back on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Alito Rips Birthright Ruling, Miller Unloads + Grover Norquist on Your Money - July 1 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 44:20


    Pags reacts to more elderly members dying while still serving in Congress, then breaks down Samuel Alito's scathing review of the 6-3 birthright citizenship ruling and Stephen Miller's blistering response to the decision. Plus, Grover Norquist joins to explain the Save America Act, Elizabeth Warren's push for trillions in new spending, and whether a national car tax could be coming — with major implications for your money, retirement, and everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Empire State Stunt, Ukraine War Update + Ken Cuccinelli on Election Integrity - July 1 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 44:19


    Two people somehow climbed the Empire State Building, leaving Joe Pags asking how they pulled it off—and why anyone would do it. He also breaks down updated casualty estimates in the Russia-Ukraine war and reacts as Germany moves to produce U.S.-designed weapons. Then, Ken Cuccinelli—former Acting Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, former Acting Director of USCIS, and now National Chairman of the Election Transparency Initiative—joins to discuss voter ID, proof of citizenship requirements, election integrity, immigration, and why he believes securing America's elections starts with enforcing existing law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Birthright Citizenship Battle: What SCOTUS Just Changed - June 30 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 44:21


    The Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling dominates the show as Joe Pags breaks down what the decision actually means, why critics say it opens the door to birth tourism, and whether a constitutional amendment is even realistic when Congress can't pass the SAVE Act. He also reacts to Angel Families speaking out, sounds off on comments from Pramila Jayapal and Jamie Raskin, discusses efforts by Andy Biggs and Jim Jordan, and takes calls from listeners on one of the biggest constitutional debates facing the country today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mail-In Voting EXPLAINED, Lawless Judges EXPOSED + Mike Davis Unloads - June 30 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 44:19


    Who was mail-in voting actually meant for? Joe Pags breaks it down and explains why the system has drifted far beyond its original purpose. Then, Mike Davis of the Article III Project joins fired up over what he calls one of the most lawless judicial decisions he's ever seen. Davis names the judges, explains why he believes they're abusing their power, and lets loose on what this means for the courts, elections, and the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Massie Drops Bombshell, Guthrie Update + Pags & Pags Talk Smack - June 30 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 44:20


    Pags asks the age-old question: who's the GOAT—Michael Jordan or someone else? Then, he reacts after Thomas Massie calls for sexual misconduct allegations involving members of Congress to be exposed, questions why 15 lawmakers didn't vote on a key measure, and brings the latest update in the Nancy Guthrie case. He also takes a humorous detour into New York City's sewer problems before wrapping up with a fun edition of Pags & Pags Talk Smack, where Joe and Sam take a trip to the podcast studio and talk LeBron James, loyalty in sports, and plenty of good-natured banter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    SCOTUS Drops Bombshell Rulings: Mail-In Ballots, E. Jean Carroll & Trump's Power - June 29 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 44:20


    It's a massive day at the Supreme Court. Joe Pags breaks down the biggest rulings involving mail-in ballots, the E. Jean Carroll case, presidential authority, and whether President Trump can fire key officials. From election law to executive power, Pags cuts through the legal jargon and explains what these landmark decisions actually mean—and why they could reshape the political landscape moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Markwayne Mullin TORCHES Jake Tapper + Climate Activist Wakes Up - June 29 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 44:21


    Markwayne Mullin takes CNN's Jake Tapper head-on in a fiery exchange that has everyone talking—even drawing criticism from some Republicans. Joe Pags breaks down what Mullin said, where the disagreement comes from, and why the confrontation matters. Then, former climate activist Lucy Biggers joins the show to explain why she walked away from the climate movement, how speaking out got her canceled, and why a French mayor is blaming the United States for Europe's heat wave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Right to Repair Victory, Mamdani Socialism Warning + Legacy Media Collapse - June 29 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 44:21


    President Trump signs a memorandum backing Americans' right to work on their own cars, and Joe Pags asks the obvious question — when did we need permission to fix what we own? Then, Pags breaks down Mamdani's push for socialism in New York City, Trump's quick response, and why these policies could be dangerous long term. Plus, a California county tries a $2,000 fee and psych exam for carry permits, raising major Second Amendment questions. Then, Kay Hill joins to talk failing legacy media, collapsing ratings, and why so many Americans no longer trust the people delivering the news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bolton Pleads Guilty, Gracie Is FOUND + NYC's Nastiest Crime Yet - June 26 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 44:20


    John Bolton pleads guilty in his classified documents case, and Joe Pags breaks down the charges, the plea deal, and whether the former national security adviser is actually likely to spend time behind bars. Then, the internet's favorite missing giraffe, Gracie, has finally been found—and the crew can't help but have some fun with the bizarre story. Plus, someone is stealing New York City's garbage bins, and Pags says the unbelievable crime is a perfect snapshot of just how absurd things have become. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Is the Strait Really Open? Iran Questions Grow + Jennifer Coffindaffer on the Guthrie Case - June 26 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 44:21


    Is the Strait of Hormuz actually open or closed? Joe Pags breaks down why falling gas prices don't necessarily tell the whole story, what Marco Rubio and the Trump administration are saying, and whether Iran has already violated the ceasefire. Then, former FBI special agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins for a major update on the Nancy Guthrie case, explaining the latest developments, the ransom payments, the significance of Savannah's videos, and why she believes the case could finally see a resolution within the next month and a half. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Byron Donalds TORCHES Senate, Homan Gets Emotional + Birthright Battle - June 26 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 44:21


    Byron Donalds is fed up with the Senate stalemate on the SAVE Act and tears into lawmakers over the delay — asking what the hold up is on election integrity. Then, Border Czar Tom Homan gets emotional explaining why he keeps fighting for border security. Pags also breaks down why Texas approving Bible lessons in K-12 schools is a good thing, and reacts to Mamdani suggesting he won't follow a Supreme Court ruling. Plus, constitutional law professor Ilan Wurman joins to explain birthright citizenship, activist judges, and where he thinks the Supreme Court is headed next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    SCOTUS Ends TPS Protections, Left Melts Down Over Ruling - June 25 Hr 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 44:21


    The Supreme Court clears the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for certain groups of asylum seekers, triggering outrage from the left. Joe Pags breaks down what the ruling actually says, who it affects, and why he believes the decision is simply a matter of enforcing immigration law—not the crisis critics are making it out to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Camp Mystic Bankruptcy Sparks Outrage + Lara Trump on the Right's Growing Divide - June 25 Hr 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 44:20


    Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy following the devastating tragedy, but some victims' families are calling the move unacceptable. Joe Pags explains why filing for bankruptcy is a legal process—even in the wake of a disaster—and why emotions and the law aren't always the same thing. Then, Lara Trump joins the show to discuss the growing divide within the conservative movement, why influencers are splitting the right, her thoughts on Tucker Carlson, the America 250 celebration, and what it will take to bring conservatives back together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Brandon Gill Steals the Show, Socialist Candidates Rise + Epstein Questions Continue - June 25 Hr 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 44:20


    Pags says Congressman Brandon Gill is becoming one of the strongest voices in Congress and challenges anyone to prove him wrong. He also reacts after a federal judge blocks parts of the Trump administration's student loan policy and asks whether the rise of Mamdani-style candidates across America is a warning conservatives can no longer ignore. Then, Alessi Allaman joins for a deep dive into the Epstein files, why the public is still demanding answers, and the unanswered questions that continue to fuel debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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