The Will Cain Podcast

Story 1: Chairman of the Board of Regents of the Texas Tech University System and Co-Founder/Co-CEO of Double Eagle Energy Holdings Cody Campbell sits down with Will to discuss the future of college sports and what can be done to help preserve the ones that aren't as profitable as football. Campbell also shares how he leveraged what he learned from his time playing College Football to help build a successful oil company in one of the most competitive energy markets in the world. Story 2: Host of the ‘PBD Podcast' and Founder of Valuetainment Patrick Bet-David shares his reaction to a climate extremist and Biden donor being charged with starting the Palisades wildfire, before giving his take on whether California Gubernatorial Candidate Katie Porter still has a chance at winning as more embarrassing clips of her continue to resurface. PBD and Will also discuss the increasing levels of division in American politics and President Trump being snubbed for the Nobel Peace Prize. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!  Follow‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews)  Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: Hamas and Israel have agreed to start putting President Trump's 20-point peace plan in motion, and even CNN had to admit it was an impressive accomplishment for someone that they typically lambaste at every opportunity. Will reacts to the media coverage of the peace deal and goes over the history of failed peace deals in the Middle East. Story 2: Senator John Kennedy (R-LA), Author of ‘How To Test Negative For Stupid', joins Will to give his thoughts on the Israel-Hamas peace deal, explaining just how big of a deal it will be if successful. America's most quotable senator also goes over his journey from aspiring high school basketball player to a United States Senator and shares some wisdom he learned along the way. Story 3: Will and The Crew dive into the fatal traffic accident that College Football star and NFL hopeful Kyren Lacy, who wound up committing suicide shortly after the incident, was accused of causing. Will explains how sloppy reporting turned the narrative into one of racist cops and eyewitnesses, despite none of the facts suggesting that was the case. In ‘Final Takes,' Will and The Crew unpack Bill Belichick's rumored departure from UNC, and end with a conversation on the ethics of using a shock collar after a clip of streamer Hasan Piker allegedly shocking his dog made the rounds on social media.     Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠   Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews)   Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: Democrat Katie Porter's gubernatorial campaign in California takes a major hit after a disastrous CBS interview. Will and The Crew unpack Porter's history of high staff turnover, controversial stances on transgender athletes, and the infamous “mashed potatoes” incident with her ex-husband.   Story 2: Social & Political Commentator and former Oklahoma Sooner Jeffery Mead joins Will to discuss the characterization of ICE as a ‘gestapo-esque,' paramilitary police force by left-wing media, exploring the reality of how Americans feel about illegal immigration and where the depiction of ICE agents by ‘comedians' such as Jon Stewart differs from reality. Will and Jeffery also discuss the importance of maintaining our justice system after former Attorney General Eric Holder suggests "reforming" the Supreme Court.   Story 3: Congressman Riley Moore (R-WV) shares about some of his current efforts on Capitol Hill from, reintroducing a medal that could be awarded to border patrol agents to forcing more transparency when it comes to H1-B visa holders. Will and Congressman Moore also discuss the ongoing shutdown and what is stalling negotiations.   In ‘Final Takes,' Will and the Crew go over Zack Bryan's statement defending controversial lyrics from a snippet of a new song, Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones flipping the bird to Jets fans, Amazon digitally removing (and later replacing) guns from 'James Bond' posters, and what sports career they would choose if they had the choice.     Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!    ⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews)    Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: Will breaks down the media's lackluster coverage on recent anti-ICE violence and reacts to CNN's disastrous interview with Stephen Miller. Then, Turning Point USA Contributor Savanah Hernandez joins to share her firsthand experience covering Antifa demonstrations in Portland, OR.   Story 2: Founder of ‘Early Vote Action' Scott Presler helps Will break down the rising rates of political violence across the nation in the wake of resurfaced text messages from Virginia Attorney General Candidate Jay Jones, and why Left-wing voters don't seem to care. Presler then explains why it's crucial for conservatives to commit to early voting in major battleground states.   Story 3: Following his experience covering anti-ICE protests in Portland, OR as well, FOX News Columnist David Marcus describes incidents of violence he witnessed against reporters and law enforcement officers alike. Then, Will and David compare how red and blue states differ when it comes to honoring their ancestral heritage, from BBQ traditions to some blue cities being seemingly devoid of children.   In ‘Final Takes,' Will and The Crew tackle the day's hottest stories from the Founder of 'The Free Press' Bari Weiss being named Editor in Chief of CBS News and acclaimed film director Ridley Scott lambasting the modern film industry, to Dak Prescott's low placement on a recent power ranking from 'The Athletic.'     Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country! ⁠⁠Follow‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: During "Quick Takes," Will and The Crew break down what is happening as ICE facilities are under siege by protestors across the nation, and the police are ordered to stand down in Chicago. Plus, Virginia candidate for Attorney General Jay Jones suggests killing a political opponent, Supreme Court Justice Bret Kavanaugh's would-be transgender assassin receives less than a decade in prison, and a man who murdered a six-year-old is released after only 8 years for "good behavior." Story 2: The Author of ‘I Went To Prison So You Won't Have To‘ and the White House's Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing, Peter Navarro joins to discuss the time he spent in prison, telling all from sentencing to release. Navarro describes the surprisingly friendly treatment he received from fellow prisoners, how he spent his time behind bars, and the corrupted process of justice that put him in prison in the first place. Story 3: Will and the Crew dive into the current college football season, from the inaccuracy of pre-season polls to the state of their favorite teams, and don't ask Will what his most unpopular football take is. Plus, in ‘Final Takes' they react to Bad Bunny's statement on Saturday Night Live regarding his upcoming Super Bowl performance, before looking at the newly constructed world's tallest bridge in China.   Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special edition of 'The Will Cain Show,' Will sits down for an unfiltered, wide-ranging conversation with music icon and cultural lightning rod Kid Rock. They cover everything from Kid Rock's lifelong friendship and late-night calls to President Donald Trump to why he believes the media is “public enemy number one” and how conservatism has become the new rebellion. Will and Kid Rock also dive into Kid Rock's mission to overhaul the ticketing industry, why authenticity still matters in a world addicted to fake, and much more. This interview first aired on May 16th, 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: Can you still negotiate with your political opponents while posting memes of them wearing sombreros, while mariachi music blares in the background? That was the question posed to Vice President JD Vance in a viral clip currently circulating the internet as the government faces another day of a partial shutdown. Will explains why Vance's justification of the memes isn't as far-fetched as it may appear, due to some particularly unreasonable demands hidden within the legalese of the Democrat's funding plan. Story 2: British Author and Columnist at the New York Post Douglas Murray joins to discuss Great Britain's free speech crisis and if it represents a bad omen for the US. Will and Douglass discuss the parallels between London mayor Sadiq Khan and Zohran Mamdani, whether Britons feel national pride to the extent Americans do, and how the Founding Father's view of tolerance has been twisted beyond recognition to justify some ridiculous policy decisions.   Story 3: Author, New York Post Columnist, and Host of ‘Pod Force One,' Miranda Devine joins to discuss a recent interview she conducted with Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, during which he revealed some shocking information about his relationship with Epstein. Will and Miranda discuss everything we know about Jeffrey Epstein and his crimes so far, or perhaps more accurately, the concerning lack of information that still remains hidden from public knowledge.   Then, in Final Takes, Will reads some comments from the Willitia, responding to their thoughts on today's show before sharing his top-secret hair routine. Will also reacts to a viral clip of former First Lady Michelle Obama complaining about her husband's chewing habits and Elon Musk reaching a net worth of $500 Billion dollars.   Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country! ⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: In another gripping ‘Quick Takes' segment, Will and The Crew dive into the government shutdown, breaking down why the Democratic funding plan wasn't as apolitical as some would have you believe. They also look at the Left's reaction to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's announcement on new military standards, the epidemic of ‘performative males,' and a UK man who was arrested in his living room after posting anti-Hamas content online.   Story 2: Comedian and Host of ‘Dumpster Fire,' Bridget Phetasy joins to discuss the swathe of western comedians going on a comedy tour to Saudi Arabia, many of whom have previously criticized the accumulation of wealth by western billionaires. Is accepting money from trillionaire oil royals hypocritical, or is it simply par for the course for your average comic? Bridget and Will break it down before discussing the fading role of network television in the internet era.   Story 3: Independent California Gubernatorial Candidate, Ethan Penner joins to discuss his campaign. Penner explains why he chose to run despite not being a career politician, goes over his plan to overhaul the Golden State's taxes, and takes a look what led to the failure of other major cities, states, and countries.   Then, in ‘Final Takes,' Will and The Crew discuss how various generations spend their time when sitting in the car and share their own personal ‘car menus.'     Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country! ⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: The government faces the potential of a partial shutdown today as Republicans and Democrats struggle to find common ground on a funding plan in the face of a looming deadline. But who will pay the political price if a funding plan fails to pass? Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) joins Will to give an insider's perspective on what the fallout of a government shutdown might be. Story 2: Co-host of ‘The Big Weekend Show' Joey Jones shares his thoughts on Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's announcement of bringing stricter standards back to the military, especially around fitness and hygiene. Will and Joey also discuss some of the varying intricacies in culture in different regions of the United States. Story 3: Who is to blame for the rise in political violence and outrageous rhetoric? Is the Republican party relying too much on Donald Trump? Why are younger Democrats trending more socialist than ever before? Democratic Strategist Michael LaRosa joins Will to debate the democratic perspective on some of the most divisive stories of the day. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: The term “fascist” has become the go-to insult among politicians and political steamers as of late, but how many of them understand the definition behind it? Will breaks down what the true definition of fascism is and explains how its misuse can potentially embolden some to commit acts of violence. Story 2: Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY) joins Will to discuss the rise in support for socialism in Democrats across the country, and the ripple effect it has had amongst the Democratic Party's politics. Plus, Rep. Barr and Will react to a viral clip of Kentucky legend Colonel Sanders' great-great-great nephew denouncing KFC's risqué marketing, before proceeding to reveal what he claims are the secret 11 herbs and spices. Story 3: Host of ‘The Rubin Report,' Dave Rubin helps Will break down the bizarre support from the UK's National Health Service for first cousin marriage, which they now claim leads to stronger social support systems and economic advantages? Will and Dave examine how such a study could have been published despite overwhelming evidence suggesting that such marriages lead to birth defects, and what a sudden influx of Pakistani migrants has to do with it. Plus, in Final Takes, Will and The Crew share their thoughts on last night's tie between the Cowboys & the Packers, before discussing Bad Bunny being selected to headline the Super Bowl halftime show.     Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country! ⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Friday sports edition of ‘Will Cain Country,' Will and 3x National Champion College Football Coach, Analyst of FOX's ‘Big Noon Kickoff,' and Host of ‘The Triple Option,' Urban Meyer go over the biggest stories in College Football this week. Coach Meyer dives deep into how the rise of NIL deals has impacted the collegiate football recruiting process, sharing some of his biggest successes and failures from the time where ‘winning the living room' still mattered. Plus, Will and Coach Meyer dive into Florida State's turnaround under Mike Norvell's leadership, the other big name head coaches facing heat after big losses, and the quarterback drama ahead of the upcoming game between University of Texas and University of Oklahoma. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country! ⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: The rise of radicalization and political violence in the US as of late is undeniable, but the Right and the Left can't seem to agree on where the blame lies. Is it the fault of inflammatory Left-wing rhetoric or is this really a “both-sides” issue? Will brings in The Crew to debate. Story 2: Host of ‘The Benny Show,' Benny Johnson, gives Will his perspective on the “both-sides” debate, explaining just what exactly he believes is preventing political unity in America. Benny also announces exclusively on 'Will Cain Country' that he and Turning Point USA plan to memorialize Charlie Kirk at the upcoming Penn State-Oregon Ducks game by handing out 5,000 of Kirk's signature “Freedom” T-shirts. Story 3: Will brings in The Crew once more to react to the Willitia's thoughts on Two-A-Days Dan and Will's debate, also making some closing arguments and reminding everyone that despite their differences in opinion, they are still friends. Then of course, they get into the REAL debate of this episode: Which foods are more enjoyable at home than at a restaurant? Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story 1: The Left has made out Jimmy Kimmel to be a martyr for free speech, but that very same party elected a president who coerced YouTube into removing certain viewpoints from that platform. Will points out the hypocrisy of this after breaking down the latest in the investigation into the shooting of three detainees at a Dallas ICE facility earlier in the day. Story 2: Republican CA Gubernatorial Candidate and Riverside County, CA Sheriff Chad Bianco (R-CA) sits down with Will to discuss his upcoming gubernatorial campaign against Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA), explaining the intricacies of California politics and how he has been misrepresented by his political opponents. Sheriff Bianco also gives a law enforcement perspective on the Dallas ICE shooting. Story 3: New York Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz (R-NY) joins to share an insider's perspective on Zohran Mamdani. Does the mayoral candidate truly practice what he preaches? Or is he just another populist in search of political power. Jake Blumencranz tells it all, from how the self-proclaimed Democratic Socialist has turned up the temperature in NYC politics to his sticky stance on sex work. Plus, Will and the crew react to the droves of pregnant women taking Tylenol after President Trump's recent warning, theorizing on some potential uses of reverse psychology. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Will's Monologue: Dallas ICE Shooting(07:15) Gavin Newsom and the Left's Dangerous Rhetoric(21:15) Sheriff Chad Bianco on California Politics and Dallas Shooting(42:43) Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz on Zohran Mamdani and NYC Politics(52:53) Final Takes: Pregnant Women, Tylenol, and Trump's Reverse Psychology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Former Vice President Kamala Harris calls President Donald Trump a “communist” while doubling down on identity politics in her new book. From Bruce Pearl being labeled “divisive” to Keith Olbermann's threats, Will argues the Left's manipulation of language is inflaming division and eroding truth. Story #2: Board Certified Psychiatrist and CEO & Medical Director of Taper Clinic, Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring joins Will to break down America's growing dependence on SSRIs and other psychiatric drugs. They cover how these medications actually work, why rates of use are skyrocketing, their risks and side effects, and whether they may play a role in rising violence and social instability. Story #3: Fox News Contributor, Dr. Nicole Saphier helps Will examine President Donald Trump's White House panel on autism, including claims about Tylenol, vaccines, and environmental factors. Dr. Saphier explains the science, where the evidence falls short, and why messaging around autism risks must be handled carefully to build public trust.Plus, Will and The Crew break down the return of Jimmy Kimmel to ABC following a short suspension and the alleged end of the world after the Rapture is prophesied for today. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Will's Monologue: Kamala Harris, Word Games, and Political Hypocrisy(17:30) Keith Olbermann's Threats and Language as a Weapon(25:55) Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring on SSRIs, Antidepressants, and Numbness(33:07) Do SSRIs Contribute to Violence? Witt-Doerring's Warning(45:20) Dr. Nicole Saphier on Autism, Tylenol, and Pregnancy Risks(49:38) Vaccines, Inflammation, and Autism Debate(55:16) Why Messaging on Autism Matters and Where Science Stands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: The memorial service for Charlie Kirk showed the contrast of grace and forgiveness from Erika Kirk and other speakers compared with the darkness from Democrat figures like Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), and Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX). Will argues that America faces a choice: revival through faith and truth or collapse through lies and hate. Story #2: Host of ‘The Wade Show With Wade,' Wade Stotts, joins Will to discuss whether America should follow the path of forgiveness or the hammer. From President Donald Trump's fiery rhetoric to Crockett's refusal to condemn violence, Stotts breaks down how justice, accountability, and cultural leadership can push back against the Left's dangerous rhetoric. Story #3: Victor Davis Hanson, Author of ‘The End of Everything: How Wars Descend Into Annihilation‘ and Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institute, explains how civilizations like Carthage and Constantinople were annihilated, why internal decay leaves nations vulnerable, and what lessons America must learn to avoid the same fate. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Will's Monologue: Charlie Kirk Memorial shows Grace vs Hate(06:45) Ilhan Omar, AOC, and Crockett Double Down on Smears(17:38) Wade Stotts on Forgiveness vs the Hammer(25:20) Trump's Rhetoric, Justice, and Holding the Left Accountable(41:17) Victor Davis Hanson: Lessons from Annihilated Civilizations(49:04) Hanson on Carthage, Constantinople, and the Aztecs(56:09) Can America Avoid Collapse? Hanson's Warning(1:08:24) Last Takes with The Crew: Michelob jumps to top of beer rankings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the Friday sports edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will and the Host of 'Crain and Company,' Jake Crain dig into the biggest stories early on in football. They debate Arch Manning's shaky start at Texas, evaluate which teams are true national title contenders, and revisit preseason quarterback hype versus breakout stars. They also preview the weekend's top college matchups, including Florida–Miami, Indiana–Illinois, and Auburn–Oklahoma, before turning to the NFL to ask whether Josh Allen has overtaken Patrick Mahomes as the league's best quarterback. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country! ⁠⁠Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) – Arch Manning's struggles at Texas(06:30) – Which teams are real national title contenders?(15:00) – Overhyped vs. breakout QBs this season(24:00) – Weekend preview: Florida–Miami, Indiana–Illinois, Auburn–Oklahoma(34:30) – NFL talk: Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: After Jimmy Kimmel's show is taken off air after his false and tasteless comments about Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin, many on the Left are freaking out about Cancel Culture. But is this an attack on free speech or simply a business decision after years of tanking ratings? Will breaks down the hypocrisy of the Left suddenly “defending” free speech after years of cheering on Cancel Culture. Story #2: Stand-up Comic and Host of 'Part Of The Problem,' Dave Smith joins Will to talk free speech, media bias, and the cultural fallout of Charlie Kirk's assassination. Smith calls out liberals who politicize tragedy and explains why Americans can't trust legacy institutions. And don't get him started on former President Barack Obama. Story #3: Christian minister and resident of Dearborn, MI, Ted Barham sits down with Will to share his story from Dearborn, Michigan, after clashing with the city's Muslim mayor over renaming a street after a terrorist sympathizer. Barham explains why he spoke out, the backlash he's faced, and why he insists on standing for truth and freedom while offering Christian love. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Will's Monologue: Jimmy Kimmel Fired — Cancel Culture or Consequence(18:00) Dave Smith on Free Speech, Hypocrisy, and Media Bias(29:00) Smith: Obama, Rhetoric, and the Left's Politicization of Tragedy(50:15) Pastor Ted Barham on Clashing with Dearborn's Mayor(56:00) Barham: Islam, Freedom, and Christian Love(1:13:00) Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: As the media warps their coverage of Charlie Kirk's assassination, from ABC describing it as a “love story” to CNN refusing to acknowledge the motive, Will argues that America is in a spiritual war of good vs. evil. A culture celebrating violence has lost its moral compass. Story #2: Heritage Foundation President Dr. Kevin Roberts joins Will to discuss what Charlie Kirk's assassination reveals about the Left's march through America's institutions. Roberts says tolerance has morphed into totalitarianism, and that it's time for courage, truth-telling, and cultural accountability to reclaim the country. Story #3: Gary Myers, Author of 'Brady vs. Belichick: The Dynasty Debate,' helps Will settle one of sports' greatest arguments: Was it Tom Brady or Bill Belichick who deserves more credit for the Patriots dynasty? Myers shares behind-the-scenes stories, insight from legends like Joe Montana, and why this debate is about more than just football, it's about leadership and legacy. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Will's Monologue: Media Spin, Evil, and Spiritual Warfare(17:45) Kevin Roberts on America's Cultural and Spiritual Crisis(25:55) Roberts: Tolerance, Truth, and Fighting for Charlie's Legacy(39:25) Roberts on Institutions, the Left, and Cultural Accountability (45:30) Gary Myers on Brady vs. Belichick and the Patriots Dynasty(52:00) Montana, Walsh, and Lessons for Brady and Belichick(58:30) Politics, Locker Rooms, and the Patriots' Trump Connection (1:06:20) Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: American Bitcoin Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Eric Trump and Executive Chairman and Board Member, Asher Genoot join Will to discuss the launch of American Bitcoin on the NASDAQ. Eric also reflects on his friendship with Charlie Kirk and the threats facing his own family, while Asher explains why Bitcoin is the ultimate store of value and how their company aims to make crypto simple and accessible for everyday Americans. Story #2: Author and Host of "Your Welcome", Michael Malice sits down with Will to examine the deeper crisis in America. From calls for violence to the push for “hate speech” laws, Malice argues we've entered a dangerous phase where debate is collapsing. He explains why some ideas must be retired, why others can't be negotiated in good faith, and why this moment will likely mark a turning point in American history. Story #3: Will closes with a monologue on the limits of free speech, the line between hate speech and incitement, and the role of accountability in culture versus government. He calls out politicians like Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) and Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) for dangerous rhetoric, and argues that preserving civilization requires truth, responsibility, and a re-commitment to basic decency. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain (00:00) Intro (06:30) Eric Trump on Charlie Kirk & American Bitcoin (15:00) Asher Genoot Explains American Bitcoin (22:30) Michael Malice Interview (41:00) Will & Malice Explore History & America's Future (58:00) Will's Monologue Calling Out the Left (1:14:00) Closing Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Will warns that the Left's celebrations or excusing of Charlie Kirk's assassination has unleashed a political and cultural “freight train.” Normal Americans are being radicalized by the rhetoric, distortions, and silence from Democrats, and it's not just from those online.   Story #2: Former White House Chief Information Officer and CEO of cybersecurity firm Fortalice, Theresa Payton joins to examine how alleged assassin Tyler Robinson was radicalized through online echo chambers. She explains how platforms like Discord and Reddit can splinter into dark spaces, recruiting vulnerable people into dangerous ideologies.   Story #3: Jack Posobiec, Senior Editor at Human Events and Author of ‘Bulletproof: The Truth about the Assassination Attempts on Donald Trump,' sits down with Will to reflect on the assassination's impact, the climate of left-wing rhetoric, and life inside Turning Point headquarters after losing his close friend.   Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will continues to share his reaction to the shocking assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk. Will lays out why Kirk's murder is more than a political headline, it's a cultural turning point that exposes the rising tide of political violence in America, the media's selective outrage, and what it says about our ability to live together in one country. Then, Will is joined by Co-host of ‘The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show' and Founder of OutKick, Clay Travis to analyze how the Left and the press are framing the assassination, the chilling precedent it sets for free speech, and what it means for parents, students, and the future of open debate.  Former Major League Baseball All-Star & World Series Champion and Candidate for Congress in TX-21, Mark Teixeira also sits down with Will to bring his perspective as an athlete, a parent, and a citizen. The two dive into why he's running for office in Texas and tragic death of Charlie Kirk.  Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠ Follow 'Will Cain Country' on X (@willcainshow), Instagram (@willcainshow), TikTok (@willcainshow), and Facebook (@willcainnews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠@WillCain [00:00] Will Cain opens the show: Arrest in Charlie Kirk's assassination and reflections on America's rising political violence. [05:30] Will on social media toxicity spilling into real life — educators, neighbors, even friends celebrating Kirk's death. [08:37] Clay Travis joins: reacting to Kirk's murder, the Left's broken rhetoric, and what it reveals about American culture. [14:30] Clay and Will discuss raising sons, schools honoring Kirk, and the hunger for meaning among young men. [23:20] Will warns that violence could trigger retaliation, risking civil conflict; Clay explains the danger of calling Trump “Hitler.” [30:30] Clay and Will reflect on Kirk's connection with students and his unique impact on young men. [33:52] Mark Teixeira interview: why the Yankees/Rangers legend is running for Congress, motivated by faith, family, and service. [41:40] Teixeira on Kirk's assassination as an act of evil, and the need for faith in a broken political culture. [45:45] Why Teixeira made Texas home, and how baseball prepared him for public life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Out of respect for the death of Charlie Kirk, a conservative thought leader, founder of Turning Point USA, and dear friend of both Fox News and Will Cain, this episode will be dedicated to honoring his memory. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Will opens with personal reflections on Kirk's influence, their friendship, and the grief and anger sweeping America. He frames the moment as both a national tragedy and a test of the country's moral compass. Editor-In-Chief of ‘2Way' Mark Halperin then joins Will to examine the media's coverage and the cultural divide surrounding Kirk's death, calling it a historic loss and urging the press to confront its own role in shaping his image. Host of ‘The Guy Benson Show' Guy Benson shares stories from Kirk's early days, his fearless rise, and his generational impact on young conservatives. Benson highlights the shock-waves reverberating through politics and culture, noting this moment feels like a national turning point. Finally, Joey Jones, Author of ‘Behind The Badge' and FOX News Contributor, reflects on Kirk's legacy, the meaning of leadership, and the moral struggle between grief, anger, and honoring Kirk's example. Jones stresses that Kirk's greatest work was empowering America's youth and that his influence will outlive all of us Together, the conversations grapple with what Kirk's death means for politics, media, and America's future, and how to carry forward his legacy. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠ Follow Will on X: ⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: In 'Quick Takes,' Will hits on three big stories of the day: a Texas A&M professor is fired after teaching gender ideology against state law, Los Angeles wildfire relief money is exposed for being funneled into questionable projects instead of directly to victims, and former Vice President Kamala Harris's (D-CA) new book takes sharp shots at the Bidens. Story #2: Senior Columnist at Townhall.com and Author of 'American Apocalypse,' Kurt Schlichter joins Will to further break down the Charlotte light rail murder and the lies told since 2020. From George Floyd to race-based policies reducing jail populations, Schlichter and Will call out the media, politicians, and elites who created the conditions that put repeat offenders back on the streets and why ignoring crime stats fuels division and balkanization in America. Story #3: Will takes the audience behind the scenes of his fiery debate with Senator Rand Paul over using the U.S. military against drug cartels. Plus, Will responds to comments from you, the 'Willitia.' Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠ Follow Will on X: ⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Will exposes how cashless bail, failed prosecutors, and soft-on-crime policies kept predators like DeCarlos Brown on the streets to murder Iryna Zyrutska. Will also calls out the media for ignoring the story, or worse, shaming people for noticing, because it doesn't fit their narrative on crime and race. Story #2: Editor of 'National Review' and Author of 'The Case for Nationalism,' Rich Lowry joins Will to discuss the rise of acceptance for socialism, the polling showing Democrats drifting left, and what it means for figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). They also dive into President Donald Trump's impact on conservatism, how his disruption has permanently changed the Republican Party, and why Trump's style succeeds where polite “jawboning” always failed. Story #3: Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo sits down with Will to explain his move to eliminate vaccine mandates in Florida schools. He lays out why the state is shifting toward parental choice, pushes back on the “scientific consensus” argument, and responds to critics who warn of outbreaks. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠ Follow Will on X: ⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: As more comes to light around a horrific murder of a young woman, Iryna Zyrutska, on the Charlotte light rail, Will exposes how decades of soft-on-crime policies, cashless bail, and political deflection from leaders like Lori Lightfoot and Brandon Johnson enable the same offenders to terrorize the same victims and why the national media has buried the story. Story #2: Author of 'Dream School,' Jeff Selingo, joins Will to rethink how parents and students should choose colleges. Instead of chasing Ivy League rejection rates, Selingo lays out what really matters: regional networks, affordable tuition, internships, and professors who mentor students. He reveals surprising “dream schools” where graduates earn just as much as those from elite universities without the crushing debt. Story #3: Will and The Crew dive into Josh Allen's incredible miracle comeback over the Ravens. Plus, a "Karen" berates a father and takes a baseball away from a boy on his birthday at Phillies game. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Friday sports edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will and The Crew break down the Cowboys-Eagles clash. Will thinks the Cowboys look very good after their statement win, but the spotlight is overshadowed by “Spit-gate” as Eagles DT Jalen Carter gets ejected for spitting on Dak Prescott.  Then, Will dives into the latest digital sports controversy: Streameast is officially shutdown. Is the villain the pirating company itself, or the dysfunctional streaming landscape that forces fans to hunt down alternatives in the first place? Finally, Ryan Clark is under fire for saying Peyton Manning and Tom Brady aren't truly “generational” quarterbacks. Does he have a point, or is this just another hot take gone too far? Plus, Will asks a wild hypothetical: what would it actually take for you to steal merchandise from a kid? Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1:  In Chicago, former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and current Mayor Brandon Johnson deflect the blame of their crime epidemic onto red states for the city's violence and guns on the streets. Will breaks down the data, exposes the falsehoods, and explains how decades of failed leadership have left the same neighborhoods suffering the same crimes with victims paying the price for political lies. Story #2: Host of 'Kennedy Saves the World,' Kennedy, sits down with Will to hit on the week's big cultural flashpoints, from comedian Druski's NASCAR bit and the double standards of comedy, to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping's bizarre hot mic chat about living forever through organ replacement, to why dystopian fantasies like The Handmaid's Tale shape the Left's worldview. Story #3: Comedian and former judge Vince August joins Will to break down the addition of commercials to the NFL Network's Red Zone channel, and the truth behind President Donald Trump's trolling of Rosie O'Donnell. Vince and Will also reminisce over completing the 'Pete & Bobby Challenge.' Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Will takes on the bizarre “Trump Is Dead” conspiracy that trended on social media from the Left. From Jen Psaki to Gov. Tim Walz, the media and Democrats latched onto rumors about President Donald Trump's health, reveling in misinformation and wishful thinking.  Story #2: UK comedian Graham Linehan was arrested at Heathrow Airport for tweets criticizing trans activism. Will unpacks what Linehan posted, why free speech is collapsing across Europe, and why America's First Amendment is the last stand for Western civilization. Story #3: Rachel Campos-Duffy, Host of ‘Fox Noticias,' and Will's former Co-Host on 'Fox & Friends Weekend,' joins Will in studio (eventually) to cover everything from multigenerational living and grandkids to President Trump's foreign policy doctrine in Latin America. Campos-Duffy argues that taking down President Maduro in Venezuela could reshape the Western Hemisphere and become President Trump's defining foreign policy legacy. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: In 'Quick Takes,' Will hits on the big stories of the week: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) worry about President Donald Trump's help on crime as 54 people are shot in Chicago over the weekend, and Patrick Bet-David confronts socialists in online debate while the 'New York Times' denies Zohran Mamdani's socialism Story #2: 'Off The Weekend' takes you behind the curtain of two big interviews: Vice President J.D. Vance and Barstool's Dave Portnoy. Will shares what you didn't see on-air, the questions that hit hardest, and answers your questions. Story #3: Emmy-winning actress Drea de Matteo joins Will to talk about her career, the state of Hollywood, and why she's charting her own path in an industry that feels more broken than ever. From The Sopranos to today, Drea opens up about fame, resilience, and reinvention. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will is off today, so we thought we'd open up the vault and revisit a fascinating conversation with Douglas Murray, Documentarian and Author of 'The War on the West.' Murray joined Will for a sobering conversation about his documentary 'Douglas Murray Investigates America's Drug Crisis.' From the streets of Philadelphia's Kensington Avenue to overdoses in New York high-rises, Murray exposes the devastating toll of fentanyl, “Tranq,” and America's poisoned drug supply. He and Will discuss why today's crisis is unlike anything before, how mass migration and an open border fuel the epidemic, and why families, parents, and policymakers must rethink the way we confront addiction. Have a great Labor Day! Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Vice President JD Vance joins Will Cain for an exclusive, unfiltered interview on rebuilding America. From unleashing on Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) and the housing crisis to immigration and the Minneapolis shooting, Vance goes deep on the issues shaping our future. It's a conversation that you won't want to miss.  Plus, Will reacts to the Dallas Cowboys' stunning trade of superstar Micah Parsons and breaks down this weekend's top college football matchup between the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State Buckeyes. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Featuring Guest Host – Fox News Contributor, Tom Shillue Story #1: Host of 'The Michael Knowles Show,' Michael Knowles joins Tom to react to the Minneapolis school shooting and the political fallout. From the mayor's focus on the backlash against the trans communities to mocking prayer, Knowles calls it a distraction from mental health, ideology, and evil itself.  Story #2: President & Co-founder of ‘Real American Freestyle' Wrestling, Chad Bronstein sits down with Tom to talk about launching Real American Freestyle Wrestling with Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff, why freestyle wrestling deserves a professional stage, and their special tribute to Hulk Hogan this weekend on FOX Nation. Story #3: Tom wraps it up with The Crew, and break down what worked, what didn't, and why authenticity beats polish every time. Plus, they tease Will's interview with Vice President J.D. Vance which you won't want to miss tomorrow! Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Democrats deflect as President Donald Trump continues his crime crackdown, and the media ignores the story of an illegal immigrant trucker crash that killed three while covering the story of Abrego Garcia. Plus, will the U.S. ever embrace the 4-day work? Will breaks it all down. Story #2: Rob Bluey, President and Executive Editor at ‘The Daily Signal,' joins Will to dive into Cracker Barrel's logo reversal after President Donald Trump calls them out, the New York Times' take on “Trump's big gay government,” and why the media's Trump Derangement Syndrome is still raging. Story #3: Will previews his interview with Vice President J.D. Vance, and shares his predictions for the big Ohio State vs. Texas college football game. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Democrats continue to melt down over President Donald Trump's crime crackdown. Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D-IL) calls him “unfit for office,” while Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson refuses to admit that more police would cut crime. And from the DNC stage: “Americans don't care about carjackings.” Will exposes just how delusional the Left's crime narrative has become. Story #2: President of the Brownstone Institute, Jeffrey Tucker cuts through the media spin. Is President Trump really banning flag burning?  Is President Trump's Intel investment a smart strategy or creeping socialism? Story #3: Executive Vice President of Heritage Action, Tiffany Justice is tackling the fight for children in Virginia, from a racist sign targeting Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R-VA) to girls losing privacy in locker rooms, she explains how woke policies are still failing families.  Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Will picks up 'Off the Weekend' as President Donald Trump's decision to extend the National Guard strategy from D.C. into cities like Chicago and L.A. prompts accusations of “tyranny” from Democratic mayors. Plus, Snoop Dogg suddenly finds himself questioning woke kids' movies after years of playing the victimhood game and Southwest Airlines changes its seating rules for oversized passengers. Story #2: Social and Political Commentator Jeffery Mead joins Will for a wide-ranging conversation about race, culture, and politics. The two react to a racist sign targeting Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R-VA), the hypocrisies of virtue signaling, and even New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's (D-NY) awkward attempt at the bench press. Story #3: Fox Sports' National College Football Analyst RJ Young returns to break down his Ultimate 136 rankings and preview the upcoming College Football season. RJ explains why he's higher than most on Oklahoma under Brent Venables, how the SEC could send four teams to the playoff, and whether the Big Ten has the depth to match. From Clemson's stacked defense to Oregon's “pillowy soft” schedule, RJ lays out which programs can realistically compete for a national title. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Friday sports edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will and The Crew recap how the "Pete & Bobby Challenge" has exploded across the country with politicians, athletes, and even Medal of Honor recipients jumping in to test themselves. Were Dan Orlovsky, Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), and Flo Groberg able to best Will's time? Then Will is joined by 'Crain & Company' Co-Host David Cone to preview the upcoming college football season. They debate playoff contenders, surprise teams, and who really has the roster to win it all in 2025. The two also dive into Auburn's self-claimed titles, Michigan's NCAA punishment, and whether baseball's latest talk of realignment could change the sport for better or worse. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: In 'Quick Takes,' Will and The Crew cover the week's wildest stories, including Cracker Barrel potentially going woke after scrapping its iconic logo for a bland rebrand? Will says it's bigger than Cracker Barrel, it's “refinement culture,” where logos, cars, even pro sports are stripped of personality into corporate sameness. Plus, outrage over male NFL cheerleaders sparks a debate on masculinity and Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) and Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) mock Secretary Pete Hegseth's pull-up abilities. Story #2: Dr. Ann Shippy, author of 'The Preconception Revolution,' joins Will to discuss the crisis of collapsing birthrates. Why aren't we having babies and why is it so much harder to conceive? Dr. Shippy breaks down the cultural, economic, and health factors behind the fertility decline, from career delays to toxins lowering sperm counts in young men. She offers practical steps, including diet, detox, stress reduction, exercise, that not only boost fertility but improve the long-term health of children, turning them into super babies.  Story #3: Kristen Waggoner, President and CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom, joins to spotlight three major free speech cases you haven't heard about. From states forcing counselors to affirm gender transitions for minors, to laws compelling businesses to use preferred pronouns under threat of jail time, to California and Hawaii cracking down on satire and memes, Waggoner warns of a “five-alarm fire” for the First Amendment.  Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: As President Donald Trump goes off on wokeness in the Smithsonian, the Left tries to go on the offensive! Is this another 'fine people' hoax? Plus, Will shares his own attempt at the “Pete & Bobby Challenge,” 100 push-ups and 50 pull-ups in under 5 minutes. Did he best the Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth? Story #2: The Hosts of the Ruthless Variety Progrum, Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook, weigh in on illegal immigration as we learn more from the shocking case of a truck driver who killed three while holding a CDL despite failing basic English and road sign tests. From accountability for sanctuary states to federal consequences for bureaucrats, the Ruthless gang argues it's time to stop incentivizing illegality. Story #3: Coach Denny Duron, Head Football Coach and Pastor at Evangel Christian Academy, returns to discuss the new season of 'God. Family. Football.' on Fox Nation, the rise of his star quarterback Pop Houston, and how NIL and recruiting are changing high school football. More importantly, he reflects on building young men of character, sharing how faith and resilience shape both his players and their families. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Will opens with a monologue on global power and local decay. From Presidents Trump, Putin, and Zelensky weighing peace in Ukraine to shocking crime stories out of Boston, Chicago, and Rhode Island, Will ties it all back to a simple truth: problems aren't intractable. They can be solved if leaders have the will. Story #2: Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), author of 'The Last Line of Defense: How to Beat the Left in Court,' joins Will to break down the legal battles he led against COVID mandates, censorship, and Soros-backed prosecutors, and why accountability is the only way to restore order. They also dive into Gov. Gavin Newsom's (D-CA) recent “crash out” and what it reveals about today's Democratic Party. Story #3: Will is called out by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and HHS Secretary Bobby Kennedy Jr. to complete the “Pete & Bobby Challenge”: 100 push-ups and 50 pull-ups in under five minutes. Can he do it? Plus, the mob comes after Lamar Jackson for reposting Charlie Kirk and who helped kill MSNBC as the network rebrands to 'MS Now.' Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: Former Navy SEAL Mitch Aguiar joins Will to recount the most challenging New York City Navy SEAL Swim yet. From battling brutal currents around the Statue of Liberty to swimmers getting pinned under a barge, Mitch explains how instinct, training, and teamwork kept the day from turning tragic. And just when the swim ended, Mitch found himself controlling a knife-wielding party crasher, proving danger didn't end with the swim. Story #2: The Host of 'The Officer Tatum Show,' Brandon Tatum, sits down with Will to discuss President Donald Trump's high-stakes meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and European leaders: could it actually deliver peace in Ukraine? They also break down the shocking case of an illegal immigrant semi truck driver making a deadly U-turn in an 18-wheeler, and the broader failures of America's immigration system. Story #3: Will welcomes in longtime Willitia member Brent Suriano, who joined this year's SEAL Swim as a civilian patriot returning for his second year. Brent shares what it was like to be caught in the Hudson's unforgiving currents, how his family's military history inspired him to dive in, and why this event is more than a test of endurance, it's a tribute to fallen heroes and a reminder of what binds the Willitia together. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Friday sports edition of 'Will Cain Country,' Will sits down with Texas Rangers legend and 2010 AL MVP Josh Hamilton for a candid, emotional conversation about baseball, faith, and redemption. Josh reflects on the ceremony for his induction into the Rangers Hall of Fame and relives the magic of the 2010–2011 seasons. He opens up about the crushing heartbreak of the 2011 World Series, when the Rangers were one strike away from a championship, and the spiritual lesson he took from hitting a dramatic extra-innings home run that ultimately wasn't enough. The two dig deep into Hamilton's personal battles with addiction, his powerful 2006 turning point in his grandmother's house, the discipline it takes to choose faith and positive influences over destructive habits, and much more. You won't want to miss this raw, unfiltered conversation about triumph, failure, grace, and perseverance, one that shows why Josh Hamilton's story resonates far beyond the diamond. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Story #1: In 'Quick Takes,' Will and The Crew dig into the absurdity of the political and cultural moment. First, Taylor Swift appears on her boyfriend's podcast, breaking the internet. And Will still doesn't understand how she became this generation's Elvis. Plus, Zohran Mamdani shows his elitist colors, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's tone deaf racial claim about President Donald Trump, and Sen. Chuck Schumer's (D-NY) imaginary friends are exposed by John Oliver. Story #2: Former Chief Counsel for the House Judiciary Committee, Julian Epstein joins Will to break down the major ideological shift underway in the Democratic Party. Why are Democrats leaning harder into woke identity politics, open borders, and unsustainable spending despite voters clearly rejecting it? Will and Julian also debate whether the Democratic establishment is still in control, and if the American center is officially up for grabs. Story #3: Will sits down with Bill Brown, Patricia Parry, and James Dowdell ahead of the annual New York City Navy SEAL Swim across the Hudson River: a 3-mile tribute to America's fallen heroes. They share what motivates them, what the swim represents, and why remembering the cost of freedom and their loved ones are more important than ever. Subscribe to 'Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: Watch Will Cain Country! Follow Will on X: @WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices