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As the U.S. remains locked in a direct conflict with Iran, law enforcement experts are warning of a heightened threat landscape involving both international sleeper cells and self-radicalized lone wolves. Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and Fox News Contributor James Gagliano joins to discuss the danger of Iranian drone capabilities against the West Coast, the recent wave of domestic terror attacks, and how modern social pressures may be inadvertently discouraging the public from reporting suspicious activity to the bureau. The Senate has overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan bill aimed at limiting large institutional investors from buying up single-family homes. Supporters argue the move will make homeownership more affordable for younger Americans, while critics contend it won't solve the broader housing crisis. FOX Business Network anchor Gerri Willis joins the Rundown to discuss what this could mean for the market if it becomes law, current housing trends, and how rising energy costs are impacting the industry. Plus, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beltway Blitz talking Wizards, NFL, Commanders

Hour 3: March 17th, 2026

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While Operation Epic Fury enters its third week with the U.S. and Israel targeting Iran, President Trump announces that both Iran's Navy and Airforce have been decimated. Republican candidate for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District and a former Marine, Kevin Hermening, has been watching this conflict very closely and shares his support for the efforts to deny Tehran a nuclear weapon while expressing his belief that the Iranian people will ultimately overthrow the Mullahs. Captured in Tehran in 1979 while serving as a Marine security guard at the U.S. Embassy, he shares his firsthand experience of 444 days in captivity.March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. While the disease is typically associated with older adults, a startling shift is changing that perception: diagnoses in adults under 50 are on the rise. Rebecca Siegel, Senior Scientific Director of Surveillance Research at the American Cancer Society, joins the Rundown to break down why the risk is increasing for generations born after 1950 and the symptoms that young adults often ignore.Plus, commentary from Comedia and FOX News Contributor Tom Shillue. PHOTO CREDIT: Kevin Hermening Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli forces continue to push further into southern Lebanon, in what the IDF says is their goal to expand the "forward defense area" in order to decimate the terror group Hezbollah. Hezbollah, in coordinated attacks with Iran, have launched hundreds of missiles into residential areas of Israel. Meanwhile, top Iranian official Ali Larijani was killed in an Israeli strike, according to an Israeli battle damage assessment. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, the executive director at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, who says Hezbollah won't be fully defeated until their Iranian sponsors are handled with first. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H3:S1 - 3/16/2026

Hour 3: 3/16/2026

The U.S. and Israel are highlighting recent military gains as the conflict with Iran continues, including reports that Iran's newly installed supreme leader has been wounded. Rep. Gabe Evans (R-CO), a combat veteran and former police officer, joins the Rundown to discuss the military reality of Iranian aggression and why he believes 20% of the world's oil supply is being held for "nuclear blackmail." Plus, the worries over a potential domestic security crisis as the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, and how the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown impacts local law enforcement's ability to stop homegrown terror. A new book is helping women through the trials and tribulations of life and in work by finding the tools and willpower within. After a career in politics and leadership, Emily Lampkin created the Women Leaders Series, which trains thousands of women around the world to work their way to success. She joins Dana Perino to discuss her new book, “Duct Tape and White Lies: A Woman's Practical Guide to Real-Life Success,” and the steps within it to propel female leaders ahead. Plus, commentary by FOX News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keeping oil flowing through the Strait of Hormuz remains a primary concern for the U.S. as Operation Epic Fury continues. President Trump is calling on international partners to help secure the waterway and ensure tankers can safely transport oil. While prices remain elevated, the administration is trying to assure Main Street and Wall Street that the impact of climbing energy prices will only last a few weeks. Lou Basenese—FOX News Contributor and Executive VP for Market Strategy at Prairie Operating Company—joins FOX Business Network's Taylor Riggs to discuss the disruption and its potential impact on the global market and the U.S. economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a new push by President Trump and GOP lawmakers to strip the citizenship of people who commit fraud, serious felonies or join or supply support to terrorist organizations. The 'Stop Citizenship Abuse and Misrepresentation (SCAM) Act', introduced by Sen. Schmitt (R-MO) and Rep. Emmer (R-MN), would facilitate the denaturalization of individuals who commit serious crimes. The call for this new legislation comes after one naturalized citizen, originally from Lebanon, allegedly rammed his vehicle into a Michigan synagogue and another naturalized citizen, originally from Sierra Leone, allegedly opened fire at Old Dominion University, killing one, in separate incidents that happened on the same day this month. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Gene Hamilton, the Executive Director/Vice President of America First Legal, and former Senior Counselor to the Secretary of Homeland Security and top aide to the DOJ, who explains how the naturalization process, and denaturalization process, can be reformed to better protect us. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the launch of Operation Epic Fury over two weeks ago, President Trump has said the U.S. has been very successful targeting Iran's missiles and launchers, as well as its navy and its nuclear program. However, many Democrats and even some Republicans—including some members of the MAGA movement—have pushed back against the President's decision to strike Iran. But one big Trump supporter in this conflict is his former Vice President, Mike Pence. Earlier this week, Vice President Pence joined FOX News Rundown host Dave Anthony to discuss Operation Epic Fury. He explained why the President's critics are wrong about their concerns surrounding Israel and the U.S. efforts to dismantle Iran's regime. Despite their falling out after the 2020 election, Pence told the Rundown why he applauds the Commander-in-Chief's objectives and timing. He also discussed his work as the founder of Advancing American Freedom and what the GOP should focus on as the fall midterms approach. We often have to trim our interviews during the week, but we thought you'd like to hear the full conversation. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our complete interview with former Vice President Mike Pence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A key component of Operation Epic Fury is the U.S.'s deployment of cutting-edge technology, artificial intelligence, and space-based assets as part of its efforts to destroy Iran's military capabilities. Dr. Rebecca Grant, Vice President of the Lexington Institute, joins to discuss how technology is redefining the future of combat, the U.S. Space Force's critical role in missile detection, the debut of American "one-way" attack drones, and how AI-driven systems are accelerating the targeting of enemy sites from hours to mere minutes.Plus, Israel's Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon joins to discuss the strategic timing of Operation Epic Fury, the urgent push to block Iran's nuclear breakout, and the growing regional coalition standing against Iranian threats to global shipping. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 98th Academy Awards air this Sunday, with the Best Picture race headlined by favorites Sinners and One Battle After Another. Leading the 2026 awards season, Sinners has already made history by shattering the record for Oscar nominations. Earlier this week, Film critic Neil Rosen joined FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster to preview the Academy Awards and break down the most anticipated categories. Rosen, who has covered the film industry for decades, offers his predictions on who will win and gives his opinion on who should win. He also discusses the state of the business, how streaming continues to reshape the industry, and why he's pessimistic about the future of theaters. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with film critic Neil Rosen and let you hear even more about his take on this year's Oscar nominees and why he says it was a ‘bad year' for the film industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, pro-Iranian hackers claimed responsibility for a devastating cyberattack against U.S. medical device company Stryker. They have also targeted data centers and industrial facilities in both the United States and Israel. As the war with Iran continues, experts are expecting an increase in such cyber-attacks in an effort to degrade the war effort, strain cyber security efforts and cause as much damage to American companies, and the economy as possible. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Michael Crean, Senior Vice President of Managed Services at SonicWall, a comprehensive, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions company that specializes in next-generation firewalls and cloud security, who says the goal is to wear down the war effort and hit Americans at home. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Passing the SAVE America Act remains the President's top legislative priority. But with Democrats largely opposed to the voter requirements bill, pressure is mounting on Senate Republicans to alter filibuster rules to secure its passage. Senate leadership, however, has warned that such a high-risk gamble may backfire on the party in the future. FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram joins the Rundown to unpack the opposition to the SAVE Act and the debate over reforming the filibuster. He also breaks down the recent developments in the Epstein investigation and the ongoing partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. Later, former Vice President and founder of Advancing American Freedom, Mike Pence, joins to discuss his support for Operation Epic Fury and to address concerns raised by both Democrats and some members of the MAGA movement regarding the conflict. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3: 3/13/26

H3: S1 - Beltway Blitz

As military operations against Iran continue, and oil prices driven higher because of Tehran sabotaging commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, the Trump administration is tapping U.S. strategic reserves as part of a coordinated global release of hundreds of millions of barrels of oil to stabilize energy markets. At the same time, officials are warning of heightened security concerns at home, as lawmakers point to recent terrorism motivated attacks, and the possibility of alleged Iranian sleeper cells who have entered the country because past weak border policies. FOX News Sunday anchor Shannon Bream joins the Rundown to discuss the national security threats, and the energy strategy to ease rising gas prices.The 98th Academy Awards air this Sunday, with the Best Picture race headlined by favorites Sinners and One Battle After Another. Leading the 2026 awards season, Sinners has already made history by shattering the all-time record for Oscar nominations. Film critic Neil Rosen joins us to break down the key categories, offer his predictions, and explain how streaming continues to reshape the industry. Plus, commentary by FOX News contributor Joe Concha PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oil prices are surging as the conflict in Iran intensifies. To ease the pain at the pump, President Trump is tapping into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Former Senior Economic Adviser Steve Moore joins The FOX Business Network's Gerri Willis to break down the administration's energy strategy and why he thinks we can see $2 gas in near future. Plus, the new GDP data showing a cooling U.S. economy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your beltway blitz, featuring Commanders and Capitals news,

Hour 3 of 3/12/26 - Plenty of guests as we take you around the beltway and provide an interview with new Commanders TE Chig Okonkwo

As U.S. and Israeli forces continue to dimmish Iran's military capabilities, Tehran is moving towards more asymmetrical warfare with cyberattacks and the cutting off of the important trade route of the Straight of Hormuz. Iran's proxy groups using low end drones and speedboats to attack on U.S. and other Mideast nation's owned oil and energy infrastructures aim to damage the worked economy. Meanwhile, a U.S. medical device company, Stryker, confirmed they experienced a cyberattack focused on their Microsoft platform that shares patient information and real time data. More cyberattacks, like the one on Stryker, are feared to be coming as politically motivated hackers act like digital sleeper cells. FOX's Jonathan Savage speaks with Bill Udell, former CIA Operations Officer and Analyst, and the Chief Executive Officer, The Americas at Control Risks, bringing expertise in risk management and international operations, who says Iran's low sophisticated weaponry and attack capabilities could still cause major problems. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Operation Epic Fury continues as the Trump administration vows to dismantle Iran's military infrastructure and end the regime's decades-long threat. However, critics are questioning the timing of the strikes and whether the President has a clear exit strategy. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins us to discuss why he supports the decision to strike, what the U.S. objectives should be, and how this operation aligns with the "America First" agenda. President Trump is highlighting recent economic gains to ease concerns about the complicated picture emerging for U.S. workers and global markets. Anthony Chan, Global Chief Economist for Chan Economics, joins the Rundown to explain why he remains optimistic despite a sluggish jobs report, rising geopolitical tensions, and the rapid shift toward artificial intelligence. He also weighs in on the economic fallout of the conflict with Iran—and why the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global trade artery, could be the single greatest threat to gas prices. Plus, commentary by 'Ruthless' co-host, John Ashbrook  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H3:S1- 3.11.26 - Commanders active day continues, we get the national and local perspective.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has set up a network of fake social media accounts that have been posting pro-Tehran propaganda across X, Instagram and other social media sites. Just days, if not the initial hours, into the conflict with Iran both Israel and the United States have been targeted by these Iranian internet trolls with videos and images of fake explosions, fake troops and whole lot of use of AI. What could be more damagingly misleading is fabricating stories of who is truly responsible for the death of innocent civilians. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Natasha Hausdorff, British international law specialist, and pro bono legal director of the advocacy group, UK Lawyers for Israel, who says spreading false narratives and flat out lies against Israel and the West is a key strategy by Iran. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the U.S. and Israel continue their military operations against Iran, officials say the speed of the campaign is significantly degrading the regime's military capabilities. While Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth argues Iran's missile program is being dismantled with “brutal efficiency,” some lawmakers warn the conflict could escalate following a classified briefing on possible ground deployments. Israel's Ambassador to the U.N., Danny Danon, joins the Rundown to break down why the timing of the operation was "crucial" to prevent Iran from tipping ballistic missiles with nuclear warheads, and addresses reports of Iranian mines being laid in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial trade pathway.  As the funding stalemate for the Department of Homeland Security enters its fourth week, the effects are hitting the front lines of American travel. With TSA workers missing paychecks just as Spring Break begins, wait times in major hubs like Atlanta and Houston are skyrocketing—sometimes reaching four hours. Former TSA Director of Security Operations Keith Jeffries joins the Rundown to discuss the risks created by massive airport crowds, delays and the impossible choices facing federal workers who can no longer afford childcare or gas to get to work. Plus, commentary by K.T. McFarland, served as President Trump's Deputy National Security Advisor  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chase Hughes, Nate Davis and Kevin Sheehan all join today's Beltway Blitz

It's my weekly check-in with Eric Peters from Eric Peters Autos and we have a lot to discuss. One of the biggest challenges we all currently face is sifting truth from propaganda. And it's not getting any easier. The political class is as slippery as an ambulance-chasing lawyer who sells used cars on the side. J.B. Shurk says, America needs a new class of leaders. Article of the Day: If you've found yourself wondering why the Uniparty always seems to come out on top in the Beltway drama, it's because the Left/Right paradigm is inaccurate. Liberty Advocate explains how the real battle is between the individual and the collective. Sponsors: Life Saving Food Fifty Two Seven Alliance HSL Ammo Quilt & Sew

President Trump says the war with Iran could end 'very soon,' adding the operation timeline is “way beyond expectation in terms of result this early.” Both, the United States and Israel continue to pound targets across Iran, and PM Netanyahu vowed that Israel will not stop. President Trump has also told FOX News that he is "not happy" about Mojtaba Khamenei being named as the next Supreme Leader, saying he doesn't believe the new leader can live in peace. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with John Spencer, serves as the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute, and Co-Director of the Urban Warfare Project, who says all enemies of the United States should see the speed in which Iran's military has been decapitated as a warning to them. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As military strikes from the U.S. and Israel continue to degrade Iran's capabilities from the air and sea, the question remains: how much longer can the regime hold on? Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation and Navy veteran, joins the Rundown to break down the "all sensors" analysis used to track the destruction of Iran's missile launchers and bunkers. Plus, the reality of a potential "boots on the ground" scenario, and why the Iranian people might be the key to a post-regime future. Voters in Georgia's 14th Congressional District are heading to the polls today for a high-stakes special election to fill the seat vacated by former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. After she resigned in January, her departure left a crowded field of candidates vying for the deep-red seat. Editor-in-chief of Jewish Insider and FOX News Radio political analyst, Josh Kraushaar, joins the Rundown to discuss President Trump's endorsement of the front-runner candidate Clay Fuller and why his Democrat opponent Shawn Harris is likely to force a runoff despite the district's conservative lean.  Plus, commentary by David Marcus columnist for FOX News Digital PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week I was visiting investors and companies on the West Coast of the US for a project I'm working on and the predominant topic was Geopolitics. Specifically, how to interpret it, how to price it, and how to build a business in a highly strategic sector as the rules seemingly continue to change. Metals prices are broadly WAY UP so equity investors should be happy and the companies themselves should also be taking advantage of this moment and raising as much capital as is prudent.That said, there's still a sense of concern in the markets and it rests at the foot of government. Talk of stockpiling and price floors is all the rage, but beyond the Beltway here in DC there are legitimate concerns that these policies are optimal and will not cause unintended consequences. With those questions in mind, my guest today is Bryan Bille, Head of Geopolitical Risk and Policy Analysis at Benchmark Mineral Intelligence.If you enjoyed this discussion, please share it far and wide and don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen.Thanks again and we'll see you next time.

H3:S1: 3.9.26

As the Department of Homeland Security undergoes a leadership shift with Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin tapped to take the helm from outgoing Secretary Kristi Noem, the agency remains paralyzed by a partial government shutdown. House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY) joins the Rundown to discuss the "recipe for success" under Mullin, while sounding the alarm on how a DHS funding lapse could create domestic security risks amid the escalating conflict with Iran. Tax season is underway and President Trump's tax cuts are in full swing, with many Americans seeing the benefits. Critics, however, say the policy disproportionately favors the wealthy. IRS CEO and Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano joins the Rundown to discuss the administration's progress and what taxpayers should watch for.  Plus, commentary by Tomi Lahren, host of “Tomi Lahren is Fearless” on Outkick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time since 2022, oil prices have climbed above one hundred dollars a barrel as the joint Us-Israeli operation against Iran continues, disrupting energy supplies. President Trump and his team say the pain is temporary, but the pressure at the gas pump comes on the heels of a disappointing jobs report last week… and lingering uncertainty over tariffs. EJ Antoni, Chief Economist at the Heritage Foundation, joins FOX Business's Lydia Hu to discuss his outlook for energy costs and the potential long-term economic impact of high prices. Antoni also breaks down the Heritage Foundation's Index of Economic Freedom and explains how the President's tax and deregulatory policies are supporting families and businesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran's Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as the country's new supreme leader. The younger Khamenei, aged 56, was long considered a contender for the position, even before an Israeli strike killed his father, and despite never being elected or appointed to a government position. Khamenei has not been seen publicly for days, and now stands as the head of Iran's theocracy and will have final say over all matters of state. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior director of the Foundation of the Defense of Democracies' Iran Program, who says while Mojtaba is younger, don't expect any sort of change in a hardliner rule of the country. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon is phasing out Anthropic's AI after the company refused to remove safety "red lines" regarding autonomous weapons and mass surveillance. This move comes as the Trump administration pushes to have the most powerful military technology and outpace China. Retired Lieutenant Colonel Bob Maginnis joins the show to discuss the necessity of keeping a human in the decision-making loop, the rapidly growing use of AI on modern battlefields, and the challenges of replenishing American munitions stockpiles.Later, Tevi Troy, Senior Fellow at the Ronald Reagan Institute, joins to discuss America's complicated relationship with Iran since World War II and how the two nations became enemies nearly 50 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran has — for years — been developing drone technology to share with adversaries of the United States and Israel. And now, Iran's military is using them for attacks in Israel and countries hosting American troops. The first American deaths in the U.S.-Israel military operation against Iran were in a one-way drone attack in Kuwait. The Russia-Ukraine conflict is considered to be the first real drone war, with both sides using them for attacks on a large scale. Their use in military strikes dates back about 20 years. FOX News Rundown host Chris Foster recently spoke with FOX News Contributor and Army Special Operations Intelligence Analyst Brett Velicovich about his experience using drones in combat and how they're changing the battlefield. Velicovich, who is also the founder of the drone company Powerus, talked about the use of drones in Operation Epic Fury and his concerns about terrorists using them anywhere in the world — including the U.S. We often have to trim our interviews during the week, but we thought you'd like to hear the full conversation. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our entire interview with FOX News Contributor and drone expert Brett Velicovich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iranians across their own country, in the United States and across the world have been celebrating the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes continue. Iranians were first in disbelief but now they dare to dream their country will be free from the brutal Muslim regime of the Ayatollah. Many Iranians who's families fled in the 1970's remember an Iran, in the heart of the Middle East but with Western ideas of promoting individual liberty, democratic governance, and self-rule. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Nazee Moinian, associate fellow at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C. and author of the book, "Narratives of Grievance in Iran's Foreign Policy," who shares her family's story and explains why Iranians are so grateful to the United States and Israel for this military action against tyranny. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Department of Homeland Security nears week three of a partial shutdown, caused by a funding lapse over Democrat-led demands for ICE reform, the United States has begun widespread military operations in Iran - raising renewed concerns about potential threats on U.S. soil. Former Senior Advisor at the Department of Homeland Security Charles Marino joins the Rundown to address those concerns, also weighing in on the firing of now-former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and her replacement, Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK). Later, Former Chief of Staff to the National Security Council Alex Gray joins to unpack the broader geopolitical impact of Operation ‘Epic Fury.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the world watched as "Operation Epic Fury" fundamentally altered Iran's future. But for those who fled the regime's oppression decades ago, this moment is deeply personal. Earlier this week, FOX News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke with two Iranian Americans—Board-certified physician Dr. Houman Hemmati and journalist Tabby Refael—to discuss their families' escape from the first Ayatollah and their reactions to the dismantling of the current regime. They shared their immense gratitude to the United States and explained why, for the first time in years, they have high hopes for a free Iran. We often have to trim our interviews during the week, but we thought you'd like to hear our entire, unedited conversations with both guests. Today on the FOX News Rundown Extra, we share our full interviews with Dr. Houman Hemmati and Tabby Refael. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3.6.26 Hour 3 1:00- Caps- Ben Raby, Wizards- Ben Strober, Commanders- Michael Phillips 19:00- It's our guy Ryan Clary's last day on the show, and we play one of his best bits of all time... His man on the street bit down in Dumfries. 32:00- The Commanders have re-signed Treylon Burks to a one year deal.

What happens when you build one of the largest women-owned lobbying firms in the country — and then decide to rethink the entire model?This week, Lisa sits down with Jess Beeson Tocco, a seasoned strategist who helped grow one of the nation's most successful women-owned lobbying firms before making the bold decision to sell the business and rethink what a modern lobbying practice could look like.In this conversation, Jess shares why she stepped away from the traditional retainer-driven model that has long defined the lobbying industry. Instead of keeping clients on indefinitely, she's developing a different approach — helping industries navigate government, secure federal funding and new opportunities, and then sending them on their way once the work is done.It's a results-driven model that reflects the evolving nature of lobbying today. While Washington remains central to the work, Jess's approach serves clients across the country, connecting policy expertise with real economic opportunity for industries and communities far beyond the Beltway.Lisa and Jess also discuss what it takes to build and sell a successful firm, the importance of women leading in the lobbying profession and how the next generation of public affairs professionals should be thinking about influence in a changing policy landscape.

3.5.26 Hour 3 1:00- Wizards- Dave Johnson. Caps- Sammi Silber, NFL- Eric Edholm 21:00- Danny got real cranky last night as the lads were up late in spring training! 34:00- We are joined by Nats All-Star James Wood to discuss his goals entering 2026.

3.4.26 Hour 3 1:00- Nats- Spencer Nusbaum, NFL- Mike Jones, Commanders 21:00- New sideline reporter Alexa Datt joins G&D to discuss returning home to DC, getting the new sideline gig for the Nats.

3.3.26 Hour 3 1:00- Wizards- Greg Finberg, Caps- Sammi Silber, Commanders- Chris Russell 22:00- Colts stud WR Alec Pierce is now set to hit free agency as the team did NOT franchise tag him.

03/02 Hour 2: Deadly Stabbing On The Beltway Yesterday - 1:00 How Should Washington Improve Their Defense - 17:00 Calls on The Commanders Draft Strategy - 34:00

From 03/02 Hour 2: The Sports Junkies react to yesterday's stabbing on the Beltway.

3.2.26 Hour 3 1:00- Wizards- Glenn Consor, NFL- Frank Schwab, Commanders- John "Cakes" Auville 23:30- The St. Louis Cardinals are changing the game with a unlimited food ticket for sale at their games with a seat for less than $30! 36:15- BetOnline has the Commanders as the betting favorite to land Maxx Crosby.

The delicious, healthful prune has long had a cross to bear: It's best known for making people poop. In the late 1990s, the California Prune Board set out on a quixotic mission to amend this sales-flattening reputation. It would attempt to rechristen this ancient fruit in the hopes the prune could one day be as unencumbered as an apricot, a raisin, or a fig. In a world where every product and person increasingly believes it's one good rebrand away from changing how they are seen, the story of the prune's attempt to become the “dried plum” is a telling tale about the impossibility of escaping who you really are—and the freedom that comes with self-acceptance. You'll hear from Richard Peterson, retired Executive Director of the California Prune Board; food writer and chef David Liebovitz; lawyer and lobbyist Dan Haley; and Kiaran Locy, Director of Brand and Industry Communications at the California Prune Board.This episode was written by Willa Paskin. It was edited by Evan Chung, our supervising producer. It was produced by Katie Shepherd. Decoder Ring is also produced by Max Freedman. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director.If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, email us at DecoderRing@slate.com or leave a message on our hotline at (347) 460-7281.Sources for This EpisodeBarry, Dave. Dave Barry Hits Below the Beltway, Ballantine Books, 2002. Brasher, Philip. “FDA Approves Prune Name Change,” ABC News, Feb. 1, 2001. Brasher, Philip. “Where's the beef? Kids give prune burgers the taste test,” Associated Press, Jan 29, 2002. Cimons, Marlene. “A New Wrinkle for the Prune Industry,” Los Angeles Times, Dec. 21, 1999.Crespi, John M., Harry M. Kaiser, Julian M. Alston, and Richard J. Sexton. “The Evaluation of Prune Promotion by the California Dried Plum Board,” The Economics of Commodity Promotion Programs: Lessons from California, Peter Lang USA, 2005. Davis, Glenn. “French History in Your City: San Jose, California - the Pellier Brothers,” Yale National Initiative, Sep. 2015. Fabricant, Florence. “In France, the Prune Holds a Noble Station,” The New York Times, Oct. 31, 2001.Fabricant, Florence. “Responsible Party: Richard Peterson; Rejuvenating The Humble Prune,” The New York Times, Aug. 13, 2000. Fabricant, Florence. “Underapprecaited: The Humble Prune,” The New York Times, Oct. 12, 1983.A Fortune In Two Old Trunks. Sunsweet, 1947. Fullan, Genevieve. “In Defense of Prunes,” Eater, Jun 21, 2022. Gellene, Denise. “New Wrinkle in an Old Story,” Los Angeles Times, Oct 16, 1997. Good Wrinkles. Sunsweet, 1951. Kamen, Al. “Sunday in the Loop: Plum Outta Luck,” Washington Post, Dec. 11, 1999. Koger, Chris. “Dried plums no longer: California prunes have new brand,” The Packer, Nov. 15, 2022. Lucas, Greg. “Who'd Have Thought? Pruneburgers / Juicy, tender and low-fat, they're surprising hits in school cafeterias,” San Francisco Chronicle, Aug. 9, 1999.Martin, Ronda Beaman. “Stan Freberg—His Credits and Contributions to Advertising,” M.A. Thesis, Texas Tech University, Dec. 1986. McKay, Leonard. “Louis Pellier,” San Jose Inside, Sep. 25, 2006.Morse, Rob. “Hold the prunes, hold the lettuce,” San Francisco Examiner, July 28, 1999. “Prune gets $10 million makeover -- as dried plum,” CNN, Sep. 13, 2000.Rao, Tejal. “In Praise of the Prune,” The New York Times Magazine, Feb. 16, 2017.Roach, Mary. “The power of prunes,” Salon, Nov. 5, 1999.Waters, Michael. “When the Dried Plum Lobby Tried to Make Pruneburgers Happen,” Atlas Obscura, April 13, 2018. Zasky, Jason. “Prunes: Turning Over a New Leaf,” Failure Magazine, Apr. 16, 2002. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.