Podcast appearances and mentions of Mitch McConnell

U.S. Republican Senator from Kentucky, Senate Majority Leader

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The New Abnormal
Why Trump's Desperate Ploy to Be Serious Is a Sham

The New Abnormal

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2026 65:16


Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles argue that Donald Trump's trip to Camp David wasn't a show of strength but a sign of growing desperation, as he tries to project presidential gravitas while, they contend, becoming trapped in a war he cannot win and surrounded by advisers whose public loyalty masks private disbelief. They break down why Todd Blanche may be discovering the true cost of working for Trump, how a powerful Trump fundraiser is amassing a staggering war chest for his post-White House influence, and why Trump's grip on the Republican Party could outlast his presidency even as his poll numbers slide. Plus, they dissect the unraveling of the James Comey investigation, the bizarre role of Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, the dropped charges against Olympian Davey Hearn, and what Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence says about Washington's aging power structure in a conversation that reveals how the spectacle around Trump may be obscuring far more consequential shifts behind the scenes. Download SAILY's app and use code beast at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/beast #ad If you're ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch: https://ForThePeople.com/TRUMP #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Necessary Conversation
Trump Caught Lying About The Reflecting Pool

The Necessary Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2026 61:50


Kampagnesporet
USA's politiske alderdomshjem

Kampagnesporet

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2026 40:08


Der findes som bekendt både demokratier og diktaturer…men er USA i virkeligheden et gerontokrati? Altså et gammelmandsvælde? Biden og Trump, begge over 80, er de ældste præsidenter nogensinde. Og lige nu er 84-årige Mitch McConnell, senator gennem fire årtier, fraværende fra politik. Hvad er der galt? Værter: Mads Fuglede og David TradsRedaktør: Jacob GrosenKlip og produktion: Mathias BondeFoto: Kylie Cooper / ReutersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Abnormal
How Mitch's Wife Blew Up Mystery With Bombshell

The New Abnormal

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 93:39


Joanna Coles and Daily Beast executive editor Hugh Dougherty break down another extraordinary week in politics, from Donald Trump's unsettling appearance at Lindsey Graham's funeral to the growing mystery surrounding Mitch McConnell's health and the unanswered questions surrounding the photos released by his office. They explain why the silence from Republican leaders has only fueled speculation, what McConnell's absence could mean for the balance of power in the Senate, and why Trump has every incentive to avoid the story. Plus, they look at Vivek Ramaswamy's surprising political troubles in Ohio, the domestic abuse allegations engulfing Rep. Max Miller, and the political battles that could reshape the 2026 midterms. Presented in partnership with PMI U.S., US Businesses of Philip Morris International. Share your prediction for America's future with #America250 or fill out our form for a chance to be featured on the podcast. By posting with #America250, you agree that The Daily Beast may include your comment in PMI U.S.-sponsored segments on The Daily Beast Podcast and to other potential PMI U.S. uses. https://beast.pub/america250 #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gaslit Nation
Beware the Congressional Staffers in the Shadows

Gaslit Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 32:42


Wear your Sunday best and hang out at the U.S. Capitol building for your chance to chat with a member of Congress. It's a realistic way to meet the people who owe their jobs to our tax dollars, as Andrea explains–based on her own experience–in this week's bonus show. But beware of the sociopathically ambitious, dead-inside Congressional staffers enabling Mitch McConnell, and, before him, Dianne Feinstein, to cling to power long after it was time to step down.  The rest of this week's bonus show, available in full to our Patreon, Substack, and YouTube members who power Gaslit Nation, is the recording of Monday's salon. The discussion includes Andrea meeting up with Tori Amos after her show on her tour for her new powerful album In Times of Dragons, with songs like "Shush" about MeToo thanking Courtney Love for being early warning the world about Harvey Weinstein; why the DNC may be running out of money and going into debt–even though blue wave elections have ripped through the country since Trump returned to power. And we also discuss how to tell fact from fiction in the disinformation war driven by Russia in its war on Ukraine and all democracies.  We look forward to bringing you important discussions in the coming weeks, including Casey Michel, a kleptocracy expert sanctioned by Russia and author of the new book the United States of Oligarchy: How America's Wealthiest Ally with Dictators, Weaken the U.S., and Destroy Democracy and Maya Wiley, President of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, the largest civil rights coalition in America, on how we expand the power of the vote–before it's too late.  Thank you to everyone who supports Gaslit Nation–we could not make this show without you. To join our community of listeners, get bonus shows, invites to exclusive events like our Monday salons, and more, sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit or GaslitNation.Substack.com–discounted annual memberships are available and you can give the gift of membership. See you at Monday's salon over zoom at 4pm ET.  Show Notes: Want a plan to build a dream project from scratch in a world of chaos? Get Andrea's new book A Reasonable Guide for Unreasonable Women: 20 Steps to Find Your Purpose and Power in a World on Fire https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/807202/a-reasonable-guide-for-unreasonable-women-by-andrea-chalupa/ Watch this clip of Mr. Jones featuring two journalists in Stalin's Moscow debating–what is truth? https://www.instagram.com/p/DbdQlUrSvZ-/

Red State Update
Fauci Takes the Fifth In Ugly Show Trial, Reflecting Pool Vandal Vindicated, Horse Statues Weren't Gold Enough

Red State Update

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 65:55


This week, Jackie and Dunlap yell about: Trump's second term has moved into its painting horse statues gold and targeting Olympians for messin up reflecting pools phase (This was recorded before Jeanine Pirro and Justice Department dropped charges against Olympian David Hearn.)  Plus more of some of the dumbest horse-hockeyin' news of 2026 so far,  from Fauci's Fifth Amendment defense at his sham "watch me yell" trial, to peeks at the midterms (Is Andy Ogles in trouble in Tennessee?). CONTINUING: the Iran War, Trump's pardons, high priced gas 'n' groceries.  Also: Medicare cuts and the Epstein files, Todd Blanche and Ghislaine Maxwell, Stephen Miller and what "normal people" look like.  Oh right and is Mitch McConnell alive? Y'all subscribe and foller. Get 20 Extra Minutes with Jackie and Dunlap at http://www.patreon.com/redstateupdate Art by Yoni Limor Photos by Robyn von Swank Music by William Sherry Jr. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, BlueSky

Hammer Time1987 Podcast
Lindsey Graham Is Dead (And We're Not Exactly Crying): War Hawks, Forever Wars & Monarchy Fantasies

Hammer Time1987 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 36:54


In this unfiltered, darkly comic episode of Hammer Time 1987, hosts and guest Garrick Wright open with a blunt declaration that Lindsey Graham is dead—and they feel more relief than mourning. The conversation dives headfirst into whether it's acceptable to celebrate the demise of long-entrenched war hawks who refused to leave power, comparing Graham's record of endless foreign interventions to the blood on the hands of far more infamous figures. From there, the show ricochets through a chaotic mix of current events: a Maine transgender Democratic candidate and a jaw-dropping Brother Nathaniel tweet, John Fetterman's rumored party switch, Trump's push to install Graham's sister in the Senate, and swirling online speculation that Mitch McConnell is already gone (or brain-dead) while his staff allegedly deploys AI photos to delay a special election. Tucker Carlson clips fuel a scathing look at the expanding Iran conflict, Israel's influence, and Trump's inability (or unwillingness) to restrain it, while the hosts muse that America might be better off under an Arab monarch than its current “joke” of a democracy. Side trips include crypto skepticism, The Simpsons' eerie predictive power and simulation theories, Mamdani's New York mayoral ambitions, and a lighter close on the Buffalo Bills' new stadium and urinal memorabilia. Equal parts gallows humor, conspiracy-tinged frustration, and anti-interventionist rage, the episode treats the deaths (real or rumored) of powerful senators as long-overdue political housecleaning in a system that only changes when people die.

Lovett or Leave It
The Doctor is In…voking the Fifth

Lovett or Leave It

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 50:44


Anthony Fauci gives Republicans the silent treatment, Mitch McConnell somehow says even less, and Joe Biden overshares enough for both of them. Daveed Diggs stops by to talk supervillains and elaborate musical contraptions, then we get just dumb enough with the great Anthony Michael Hall. The Egg of Truth turns up the heat but forgets to turn it off, and we decide if we regret that in a round of Second Thoughts.Hate listening to ads? Become a Friends of the Pod subscriber for ad-free episodes of Pod Save America, Pod Save the World, Lovett or Leave It, Runaway Country, Offline with Jon Favreau, and more—plus exclusive content, including bonus episodes of Pod Save America. Subscribe now at crooked.com/friends, on Apple Podcasts, or through the Pod Save America YouTube channel.To watch this episode with subtitles, click here and turn on closed captions (CC).You can also request a transcript by emailing transcripts@crooked.com. Include the podcast name, episode title, and air date. Please allow 48 hours for delivery.

Hard Factor
Wes Joins from Japan & Fools that work in schools | 7.31.26

Hard Factor

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 46:03


Episode 2008  00:00:00 Timestamps 00:07:08 Update the poor NY male students will no longer have sexbot AI teacher after complaints 00:11:32 Wes joins from Japan, gives update on SOAP massage journey 00:16:45 Teacher expelled for burning boy's private parts with knife for urinating in pants 00:21:50 Weed News: CBG is Crushing Fatty Liver, and “Cannaflavins” are now Crushing Cancer 00:30:11 Mitch McConnell update 00:33:15 Did Trump poo his pants? 00:36:45 U.S. FCC approves giant space mirror to deliver 'sunlight on demand,' For more head over to patreon.com/hardfactor for weekly bonus episodes and most importantly HAGFD! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pivot
Mamdani's Tax List, Zuck's Media Blitz, and SpaceX's Trillion-Dollar Wipeout

Pivot

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 62:04


Kara and Scott unpack Mayor Mamdani's controversial luxury tax list, Mark Zuckerberg's AI messaging campaign, and SpaceX's trillion-dollar wipeout. Then, they discuss the growing divide over AI safety, Apple's new leasing program, and calls for Mitch McConnell to prove he's still fit to serve. Watch this episode on the ⁠⁠Pivot YouTube channel⁠⁠.Follow us on Instagram and Threads at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcastofficial⁠⁠.Follow us on Bluesky at ⁠⁠@pivotpod.bsky.social⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok at ⁠⁠@pivotpodcast⁠⁠.Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or email pivot@voxmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pat Gray Unleashed
Trump Was Right: Europe's Open Borders Are Crumbling | 7/31/26

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 100:49


Thousands of migrants just flooded into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco in a scene of absolute chaos, and local officials are begging for a national emergency. The border fences totally collapsed as hordes of people, mainly Moroccans, smashed through gates, swam across with inflatable tubes, and poured into the tiny North African enclave. Civil guard officers described the situation as “absolute chaos,” with thousands crossing and at least three people dying in the attempt. Residents locked themselves inside as shops and restaurants shuttered. Spain is now deploying military units, diving teams, and vessels while the interior minister heads to Ceuta. Morocco used tear gas and water cannons, but the surge still overwhelmed both sides. This isn't new — a similar mass rush hit in 2021 — and the White House is pointing straight at Europe's far-left globalist policies that enabled it. Regular Americans watching this know exactly what open-border experiments look like when the numbers get real. Mass migration pressure, failed European border security, and the consequences of ignoring the warnings are all on full display. Pat also covered: BYU and college football season are right around the corner Day 48: Mitch is still missing — and his staff is staying very quiet eBay agrees to pay $56 million in a bizarre cyberstalking settlement Two teens supporting Sophie Cunningham were cursed out by Storm co-owner BBC documentary accuses Jared Leto of sexual misconduct with teens; he denies it Does this prove Europe still hasn't learned anything about securing its borders? Have you seen similar scenes closer to home that make you worry about where this is headed? If you want unfiltered truth and commonsense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:17 Football Season is Coming Up! 01:38 Middle-East Updates 03:30 Mitch McConnell is Still Missing (Probably Because He's Dead) 04:39 Mitch McConnell's Staff Refuses to Talk 08:01 Mitch McConnell's Wife Accepting Awards 09:36 More on Mitch McConnell's Current Condition 16:11 Moroccan Invasion of Ceuta, Spain 18:50 State of Emergency for Ceuta, Spain 22:33 Europe is Being Overrun! 33:26 Fat Five 51:40 eBay Pays Nearly $50 Million to Terrorize Couple 1:03:26 Talking about Mitch McConnell Again 1:06:35 WNBA Seattle Storm Fans on the Attack! 1:16:20 Thom Tillis is STILL Blocking the SAVE Act 1:20:04 Texas Senate Polls 1:21:58 Jasmine Crockett on How Bad Black People Have It 1:28:06 Jared Leto Accusations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The David Pakman Show
The coverups and excuses aren't working

The David Pakman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 64:45


-- On the Show: -- White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett attempts to reframe a missed growth forecast as an economic boom during a Fox interview -- Elaine Chao appears in identical clothing across two separate photographs released weeks apart following Mitch McConnell's absence -- New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman claims without evidence that Democrats plan to steal the upcoming midterm elections -- Republican officials fear potential Democratic midterm victories could trigger congressional investigations into White House misconduct -- Fox News hosts acknowledge that Donald Trump's signature tax legislation suffers from low public approval and poor messaging -- Federal employment data shows American manufacturing lost thousands of jobs despite Trump's campaign promises -- On the Bonus Show: About 60,000 migrants arrive in Ceuta, Spain in 24 hours, Republicans are far more willing to excuse scandals than Democrats, Elon Musk plans to spend $120 million on the midterms this year, and much more...

The Newsmax Daily with Rob Carson
The Pandemic Files Strike Back

The Newsmax Daily with Rob Carson

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 49:12


-Rob cheers Florida's investigation into Fauci, imagines class-action lawsuits piling up, and jokes that Fauci's diary reads less like public health notes and more like the memoir of a celebrity obsessed with his own press clippings. -Tony Kinnett of The Daily Signal joins Rob to discuss the Democratic Party's socialist shift, the value of trade schools over expensive degrees, questions surrounding Sen. Mitch McConnell's extended absence, Kamala Harris's new Malibu mansion, and a rapid-fire tour through the week's strangest political headlines—all with plenty of Friday banter. Today's podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss “Lioness” - all episodes streaming August 2nd on Paramount Plus RELIEF FACTOR - You don't need to live with aches & pains! Reduce muscle & joint inflammation and live a pain-free life by visiting http://ReliefFactor.com  GHOSTBED - I used to think a mattress was just furniture, until I got my GhostBed! GhostBed is offering my audience their lowest prices of the season, plus an extra 10% off. Go to http://GhostBed.com/CARSON and use promo code CARSON To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday… Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) You can now WATCH and chat with The Rob Carson Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bachelor Rush Hour With Dave Neal
7-31-26 Morning Rush - Laura Owens Update, McConnell Under Pressure, Schumer Confronted!

Bachelor Rush Hour With Dave Neal

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 25:00


New developments are emerging in the Laura Owens case as the Justice for Clayton movement continues to push for accountability, with new information raising even more questions about where the case is headed next. We break down the latest updates, what they could mean, and why supporters say the fight for justice is far from over. Plus, the mystery surrounding Mitch McConnell's whereabouts continues as Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear increases the pressure, demanding answers amid growing public concern. We also cover a tense confrontation between Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and a journalist who challenged him face-to-face, highlighting the frustration many voters feel over Democratic leadership. It's your fast-paced morning rundown of the biggest political stories shaping the day—delivered with sharp analysis, humor, and a progressive perspective.

The Daily Detail
The Daily Detail for 7.31.26

The Daily Detail

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 12:43


AlabamaExecution date set for August 13th for child murderer Jeremy WilliamsSen. Britt supports bipartisan bill that further sanctions RussiaNew State law for student drivers goes into effect on August 1stAG Marshall joins 43 other states urging rule change on prediction marketsDoug Jones disses on the CHOOSE Act and $ going to private schoolsNationalPresident Trump says Board of Peace has reached an agreement with HamasDOJ uncovers $350M in fraud in 7 southeastern statesIowa senator exposes the use of aborted baby parts during Covid research, wants Anthony Fauci to be charged by DOJJournalist corners comms director for Mitch McConnell, gets zero answer on the senators health condition.Gallup polls Americans and finds over half do not trust the elections process

Best of News Talk 590 WVLK AM
Larry Glover Live 7-27-26

Best of News Talk 590 WVLK AM

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 39:11


Larry opens up the floor inviting listeners to weigh in on Mitch McConnell's continued convalescence and the history and traditions of Fancy Farm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip Teresi Podcasts
Combat Veteran Tased & Mitch McConnell ‘Missing Person' Posters

Philip Teresi Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 20:56


A dispute over a new guardrail installed during a Madera County bridge project escalated into an arrest when an Oakhurst homeowner and disabled combat veteran was tased by deputies after allegedly damaging county property. “Missing Person” posters of Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) have appeared around Washington, D.C., drawing attention to the 84-year-old senator's extended absence from Capitol Hill following a June hospitalization. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Girls Gotta Eat
The Snack: Jimothy, Usher, LeBron, and No Influencers Allowed

Girls Gotta Eat

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 56:29


Welcome back to The Snack – a lighter serving of Girls Gotta Eat. This week, we're talking about: JIMOTHY and Short Spine Summer The passing of @SimonSits LeBron going to the Philadelphia 76ers Lapdance gone wrong at Usher's concert Allegedly it's “No Mascara Summer” Nantucket vs. Influencers Headlines: West and Amanda update, new Mitch McConnell proof of life, Andrew Tate's arrest outfit, Tr*mp vs. Kaitlan Collins, Taylor Swift wedding coverage confusion Follow us on Instagram @girlsgottaeatpodcast, Ashley @ashhess, and Rayna @rayna.greenberg. Visit girlsgottaeat.com for more. Thank you to our partners this week: FashionPass: Get your first month for just $55 at https://fashionpass.com with code GGE. Perelel: If you're pregnant, trying or postpartum get 20% off your first order at https://perelelhealth.com/gge. ZBiotics: Get 15% off at https://zbiotics.com/gge with code GGE. Bloom: Get 20% off at https://bloomnu.com with code GGE. SmileSet: Get $500 off your aligner treatment at https://smileset.com/gge. Ladder: Get a free 7-day trial with no credit card and $10 off your first month if you join at https://ladder.fit/gge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New Abnormal
I Know Dark Secret Truth About Missing Mitch: Guru

The New Abnormal

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 58:46


Steve Schmidt returns to the Daily Beast Podcast to discuss the extraordinary mystery surrounding Mitch McConnell's disappearance from public view, why he believes McConnell's team may be hiding the true extent of the senator's condition, and what Kentucky's governor can and can't do about it. Schmidt also takes aim at Donald Trump's handling of the Iran war, argues that the conflict has already spiraled into a much larger global confrontation, and delivers a blistering assessment of Lindsey Graham's political legacy. Plus, he explains why Democrats are blowing a crucial opportunity ahead of the midterms and why a Trump defeat could actually make the MAGA movement even more extreme. If you're ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch: https://ForThePeople.com/DAILYBEAST #ad  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Argument
How Older Americans Hoard the Future

The Argument

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 52:54


American leaders are staying in office past their prime. Boomers are reluctant to relinquish control — from political offices to corner offices — to the detriment of their juniors. In a society where the elderly hold so much power, should younger generations revolt?  My guest today is Samuel Moyn, a professor at Yale Law School, and he argues that American democracy is distorted by the power of the old. We discuss how seniors have hoarded wealth and influence and how Americans can renew an intergenerational compact. 0:00 The Tyranny of the Elderly 2:01 From Joe Biden to Mitch McConnell 4:19 Europe's Anti-Gerontocracy 5:15 Politicians are the ‘Tip of the Iceberg' 7:07 The Dark Side of Longevity 9:40 How Age Impacts Policy 15:10 The Age Wealth Gap 20:21 How About Millennials? 23:28 Age Limits and Youth Power 38:14 Care Hoarding and Family Burdens 44:54 The Assisted Suicide Debate 50:14 Personal Stakes (A full transcript of this episode is available on the Times website.) Thoughts? Email us at interestingtimes@nytimes.com. Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, Interesting Times with Ross Douthat. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pat Gray Unleashed
Fauci Pleads the Fifth 111 Times in Front of Rand Paul | 7/30/26

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 100:49


Dr. Anthony Fauci just sat in front of a Senate committee and invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times rather than answer a single question under oath about his COVID decisions. This hearing came right after Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) released hundreds of pages from Fauci's personal diaries. Those entries show the gap between what he told the public and what he was writing privately about masks, lockdowns, the lab-leak theory, and his own rising celebrity. Instead of explaining any of it, Fauci chose silence. Rand Paul warned there would be repercussions. Josh Hawley called him out for contempt of the American people. His attorney even got removed from the room. Regular Americans lived through the school closures, the job losses, the family separations, and the ever-changing rules that Fauci helped shape. Now the man at the center of it all won't even say what day of the week it is without pleading the Fifth. That should tell you everything about how accountable our institutions really are. Pat also covered: Saudi Arabia joins the United States in the fight against Iran. Is America's relationship with Israel finally back to normal? Is Iran winning the propaganda war against the U.S.? John Thune keeps defying the president and the American people. Does Chuck Schumer support abolishing the Senate? Do you think pleading the Fifth 111 times is the move of an innocent man? What do you make of a public health official who spent years telling us what to do, then refuses to answer questions once the diaries come out? If you want unfiltered truth and common-sense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:14 Anthony Fauci Pleads the Fifth 01:05 Ten Major Things out of Anthony Fauci Questioning 01:33 Josh Hawley on Fauci 'Getting Rich' during the Pandemic 08:15 More on Anthony Fauci's Questioning by Congress 11:02 Bernie Moreno Asks Fauci an Important Question 13:47 Anthony Fauci's Lawyer Kicked Out by Rand Paul 17:13 Fauci Should Not be Able to Plead the Fifth, Right? 19:11 John Fetterman on Anthony Fauci Questioning 22:09 Politicians Living with Family 25:25 Anthony Fauci's Opening Remarks for Congress 31:08 Fat Five 48:16 What to Do about Iran? 48:53 Is the "Leaked Ground Invasion Document" Real? 49:47 U.S. Blockade of Iranian Ports 52:09 Iran Threatening President Trump's Family 53:13 Benjamin Netanyahu Meets with Donald Trump 53:54 AI-Generated Anti-Trump LEGO Propaganda Video from Iran 58:18 Starlink Satelittes Provides Iran with Internet 59:42 Benjamin Netanyahu Asked about New York & Zohran Mamdani 1:03:32 California Lifeguard Saves Kid 1:05:52 American Journalists on China's Payroll 1:12:15 Pat Explains Radio 'Traffic & Weather' Coverage 1:15:28 John Thune is Still Not Doing Much for the SAVE Act 1:18:54 John Cornyn on the SAVE America Act Not Being Passed 1:21:24 Mikie Sherrill Refuses to Disclose Non-Citizens' Names 1:22:56 How to Get the SAVE America Act Passed 1:24:32 Chuck Schumer Asked about Abolishing the Senate 1:27:17 Scott Jennings on Mitch McConnell 1:31:36 Wait a Minute... Where's Maxine Waters? 1:33:36 St. Petersburg Man Protests against Flock Cameras Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Advisory Opinions
Receipts on the Senate Filibuster | Interview: Mike “Frags” Fragoso

Advisory Opinions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 68:07


Sarah Isgur and David French discuss the Trump administration's appeal to the Supreme Court about its mail-in voting executive order. Then the two talk with ⁠Mike Fragoso⁠, former chief counsel to then-Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and partner at Torridon Law, to discuss the food truck nature of Senate judicial nomination.  The Agenda: –⁠Additional restrictions on mail-in voting⁠ – ⁠The headline-to-effects ratio is out of control⁠ – Judicial nominees and the filibuster – All about the Congressional Review Act –⁠Mutual combat at the gas station ⁠ ⁠The SCOTUSblog Summit: 2026 Term Preview.⁠ Order Sarah's book⁠ here.⁠ Advisory Opinions is a production of ⁠The Dispatch⁠, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including access to all of our articles, members-only newsletters, and bonus podcast episodes—⁠click here⁠. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member ⁠by clicking here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conservative Daily Podcast
Joe Oltmann Untamed | Joe's Conversation W/ Kyle Seraphin: Governed By Deceit | 07.29.26

Conservative Daily Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 131:47


Today on the show, Joe breaks down Dr. Anthony Fauci's explosive appearance on Capitol Hill, where visible nerves and shaking hands told the real story before he even uttered a word. From Senator Josh Hawley calling out systemic obstruction to Senator Rand Paul delivering a searing indictment on how arrogance, secrecy, and censorship destroyed public trust, we expose the deep state's crumbling defense. Plus, we dig into the bizarre paper trail surrounding Fauci's federal pardon—specifically why it traces back to 2014, the exact same year the NIH approved grant funding for bat coronavirus research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. As questions mount, we ask the hard question: a federal pardon might shield him from Washington, but are state prosecutors ready to step up?Former FBI agent, whistleblower, and podcaster Kyle Seraphin joins Joe in the studio to pull back the curtain on bureaucratic warfare and institutional decay. Seraphin reacts to Fauci's testimony, dissects the lingering skepticism surrounding Senator Mitch McConnell's staged "proof of life" photo ops, and dives into shocking CIA whistleblower allegations revealing illegal surveillance against current leaders like Tulsi Gabbard. Furthermore, Kyle brings his tactical background to the table to analyze the Charlie Kirk assassination attempt, questioning official narratives and breaking down the physical real-world capabilities required for such an operation.Joe confronts the glaring double standards reshaping American life. While everyday families struggle to get basic life-saving medications approved by insurance, taxpayer dollars across dozens of states are quietly funding 100% free gender-affirming surgeries through Medicaid. Meanwhile in New York, socialist policy takes center stage as Mayor Zohran Mamdani pushes government-run grocery stores—threatening small business survival while imposing selective, government-controlled product restrictions. Finally, as TPS expires for Haitian migrants and ICE agents face daily hostility on the ground, Joe takes a hard look at the reality of federal deportations and where the country heads next.

The Von Haessler Doctrine
The Von Haessler Doctrine: S16/E146 - Spodyssey

The Von Haessler Doctrine

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 122:25


Join Eric, @EnglishNick67, @TimAndrewsHere, @Autopritts, @JaredYamamoto, Greg, and George LIVE on 95.5 WSB from 3 pm-7 pm as they chat about RFK Jr.'s food show, missing Mitch McConnell, quick mud, and so much more! *New episodes of our sister shows: The Popcast with Tim Andrews and The Nightcap with Jared Yamamoto are available as well!

The Warning with Steve Schmidt
Where's Mitch? | Steve Schmidt and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear

The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 41:17 Transcription Available


As part of the Save America Movement's 'Fighting Democrat' series, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear joins Steve Schmidt for a conversation about leadership, accountability and the obligations that come with public office at a moment when the American people are demanding answers about Mitch McConnell’s prolonged absence from public life. Public office is a public trust, and there can be no ambiguity about whether those entrusted with power are capable of exercising it. They discuss what governing with integrity looks like, why elected leaders must serve every citizen rather than every faction, and how reckless foreign policy and self-inflicted economic damage are hurting working Americans. Governor Beshear makes the case that Democratic governors are showing the country what competent leadership looks like through results, not slogans, while arguing the party must once again compete everywhere in America — not just where it is comfortable. Above all, the conversation was a reminder that before we are Republicans or Democrats, we are Americans, and the country’s future depends on leaders who remember that simple truth. Support The Warning and become a YouTube member today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2I50t9-7Ol7AjwryRv-Fiw/join Today's Merch: Got Mitch? tee: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/got-mitch-tee?_pos=1&_sid=10cfd6cf7&_ss=r SUBSCRIBE for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES

The Warning with Steve Schmidt
Where Is Mitch McConnell? | Steve Schmidt

The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 11:45 Transcription Available


Mitch McConnell must return to the Senate or resign. Steve Schmidt is joined by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to discuss McConnell's absence and Trump's failing presidency. Today's Merch: Got Mitch?https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/got-mitch-tee Subscribe for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeStore: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 7/29/2026 (The 2026 Election, GOP division, Dems' odds, Trump's War, with guests: Heather Digby Parton and 'Driftglass')

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 58:02


Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

The Tom and Curley Show
Hour 2: Dr. Jacqualine Boles, Clinical Director for Redeemed Wellness Center

The Tom and Curley Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 33:53


4pm - GUEST - DR. JACQUALINE BOLES - CLINICAL DIRECTOR FOR REDEEMED WELLNESS CENTER // A Monday afternoon's press conference, Mayor Wilson stressed that the city would continue to work with their "community based partners" on the root causes of gun violence // One of those community based partners, Dr. Jaqueline Boles and Redeemed Wellness Center, was among the press and took the opportunity to let the Mayor know that she hasn't been paid by the city since April and is owed over $65k // DOCTOR Boles earns $38k per year trying to save the forgotten youth in Seattle // Seattle Storm owner ‘verbally berated and cursed’ at teen girls supporting Sophie Cunningham at game // Kentucky governor tells Mitch McConnell: Prove you can serve or ‘resign’ // Second photo of Sen. Mitch McConnell emerges; statement says he's not cleared for Senate

Blacker than BlackTimes Infinity
Eps 553 Eternity Leave

Blacker than BlackTimes Infinity

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 111:57


This week we talk about Mitch McConnell, Billionaires suck, Fauci, Covid, Odyssey, a lot of politics, datacenters again, going postal, 90's censorship, Bruno Mars, and more! Come follow us: http://www.beenhadproductions.squarespace.com/bthanbti SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/bthanbtiI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BthanBTI/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bthanbti Twitter: @BthanBTI iTunes: https://itun.es/i6SJ6Pw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlackerThanBlackTimesInfinity Rescue + Residence https://www.rescueresidence.org/ Donate: https://www.givebutter.com/R_R_Champions

The Daily Beans
Slush Fund Standoff

The Daily Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 52:28


Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Today, Senator Cornyn says he won't vote to advance Todd Blanche's nomination without a written rescission of the Slush Fund and tax immunity; Governor Beshear has written another letter to Mitch McConnell demanding he prove he's fit to serve or resign;  the Knight Institute and American Oversight have filed reply briefs with the 11th Circuit in the case of Volume II of Jack Smith's final report; Rep. Max Miller has been credibly accused of assaulting his ex-wife and holding a gun to her head; the Trump administration is trying to get a hold of our personal emergency room medical records while simultaneously ending Medicare drug plan subsidies; new polling shows people don't like Trump's tax bill; Senate Democrats are pressing Todd Blanche on the New York Times subpoenas; newly uncovered grand jury testimony in the Davey Hearn case has led to his legal team demanding the grand jury materials; plus Allison delivers your Good News. Thank You, Upwork.com Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. The Trump Epstein Memorial Bookmobile The Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beans Join The Daily Beans and give a gift today to ensure The Trevor Project can continue its crucial work in the face of continued challenges. 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All In with Chris Hayes
Kentucky governor to McConnell: Prove you can serve or ‘resign'

All In with Chris Hayes

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 43:30


July 28, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, new polling gives Democrats reason to be optimistic and gives Trump reason to do anything he can to stop them. Plus, the pros and cons of having Mitch McConnell "out of action." And Donald Trump's new drama with his old buddy Netanyahu.  Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Federalist Radio Hour
'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 208: The Fauci Diaries

The Federalist Radio Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 71:17 Transcription Available


Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they analyze Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries and discuss whether Covid tyrants will ever face accountability for their actions. Mollie and David also dive into the challenges facing the pro-life movement, raise questions about Mitch McConnell's absence from the Senate, and review Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, The Sheep Detectives, and Manhunter.Order and review Mollie's book Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution here.The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.

The David Pakman Show
Fear, failure, and decline in America

The David Pakman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 73:06


-- On the Show: -- Donald Trump fails to fulfill his core campaign promise as even conservative outlets report grocery costs hitting fifty-year highs -- Alex Jones turns on Donald Trump by demanding his removal from office over the expanding military conflict in Iran -- Donald Trump gives a rambling television interview where he falsely claims credit for stopping global wars and threatens Iran's infrastructure -- Donald Trump appears exhausted at Lindsey Graham's funeral while contradicting narratives about Graham's legacy -- Policy advisor Stephen Miller uses radical existential messaging by claiming human survival depends on upcoming election outcomes -- Iranian state media releases dangerous propaganda target video explicitly threatening the lives of Melania Trump and Barron Trump -- Donald Trump reportedly is showing growing anxiety regarding his own mortality following the sudden death of Lindsey Graham -- Governor Andy Beshear demands physical proof of cognitive ability from Mitch McConnell or his immediate resignation -- On the Bonus Show: The DEA admits targeting suspected drug boats wasn't effective, Kash Patel loses another defamation lawsuit, Tuberville attacks Fauci over “lies he gave to Trump,” and much more...

The Great America Show with Lou Dobbs
Mid-Day Update: July 29, 2026

The Great America Show with Lou Dobbs

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 5:33


John gives you something extra to chew on during lunch, the news of the day, including takeaways from the memorial service for the late Senator Lindsey Graham, continuing tensions with Iran, and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's call for Senator Mitch McConnell to address his capacity to serve.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cleanup on Aisle 45 with AG and Andrew Torrez
Episode 288 | Insurrection Etiquette

Cleanup on Aisle 45 with AG and Andrew Torrez

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 46:34


Mitch McConnell put out another statement and photo.  The state of Massachusetts is revoking the medical license of a woman who punched a police officer during the January 6th attack on the Capitol Trump Junior is raking in the dough.  ICE has sparked more fury for detaining pastors and then threatening to take their kids!  The Senate Judiciary Committee is going to vote to advance Todd Blanche to a full senate confirmation vote soon. Donald Trump Jr.'s Investment Firm Posts Staggering Returns of 200% Allison Gillhttps://muellershewrote.substack.com/https://bsky.app/profile/muellershewrote.comHarry DunnHarry Dunn | Substack@libradunn1.bsky.social on BlueskyWant to support this podcast and get it ad-free and early?Go to: https://www.patreon.com/aisle45podTell us about yourself and what you like about the show - http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=short Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Macroaggressions
#668: The Turtle and the Ladybug

Macroaggressions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 64:23


Mitch McConnell and Lindsey Graham both left Congress abruptly in the middle of July, probably for the same reason, though not confirmed as of the recording of this episode. Both were known foreign assets working against the interests of the voters of both parties.The senior citizens in Congress are starting to drop like flies. Causes range from heart attacks related to the vaccines, or maybe even a Russian missile. Calculating the immense damage caused by these two traitors over the decades, as they schemed from the shadows and colluded with foreign powers, is impossible to quantify. One thing is for certain: Glitch McConnell and Lady G will never be able to betray the American people again.---Macroaggressionswww.Macroaggressions.ioMerch StoreLink Tree Video ChannelsRumble | YouTube | BrighteonActivist PostNewsletter Sign UpAudiobooksHypocrazyThe Octopus of Global ControlSupport Our SponsorsReplace Your Mortgage: www.WipeOutYourMortgageNow.comGround Luxe Grounding MatsC60 Power | Promo Code: MACROChemical Free Body | Promo Code: MACROWise Wolf Gold & SilverLegalShield: www.DontGetPushedAround.comChristian Yordanov's Health ProgramThe Dollar VigilanteNesa's Hemp | Promo Code: MACROAugason Farms

Mo News
Fauci's Diary Under Scrutiny; Trump Israel, Ukraine Meetings; Ultraprocessed Toddler Food Study; Mitch McConnell Ultimatum

Mo News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 36:51


Headlines: – Welcome to Mo News  (2:00) – President Trump and VP Vance Remember Lindsey Graham At Funeral Memorial Service (5:40) – US Says Iran Launched “Attempted Surprise” Attack On US Troops in Middle East (14:10) – Where Did Covid Start? Preview Of Dr. Anthony Fauci Hearing, Including His Private Diary (15:20) – Earthquake In Japan Caused Buildings To Collapse; Multiple People Killed (22:00) – Kentucky Gov. Demands McConnell Prove ‘Capacity To Serve' Or Resign (23:50) – 4 Out Of 5 Toddler Foods Are Ultraprocessed. Nearly Half Fail To Meet Nutrition Standards (27:00) – Canadians' Travel Pullback Costs U.S. Tourism Billions (29:30) – Canadian Lawmaker Reads AI Prompt Aloud In New Brunswick Speech, Sparking Calls To Resign (31:30) – On This Day In History (35:10) Thanks To Our Sponsors: – Monarch - 50% off your first year | Code: MONEWS – Factor - 50% off your first box | Code: monews50off –⁠ Industrious⁠ - Coworking office. 50% off day pass | Code: MONEWS50 – LMNT | Free Sample Pack with any LMNT drink mix or 12oz cans purchase – ⁠Boll & Branch⁠ – 20% off first order, plus free shipping | Code: MONEWS

Morning Announcements
Wednesday, July 29th, 2026 - AI Is Destroying Rare Books, ICE Undercover at Airports, Beshear's Ultimatum

Morning Announcements

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 9:07


Today's Headlines: Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued Mitch McConnell an ultimatum — prove you can serve or resign — pointing out that if Mitch can chat with Scott Jennings for 20 minutes he can call into a Kentucky news station. Lindsey Graham's memorial service at the Capitol brought together an unlikely guest list including Zelensky and Netanyahu, both of whom used the funeral as an opportunity for behind-closed-doors Trump meetings — Netanyahu called it "one of the best conversations I've had with Trump, and Zelensky said it was "good" and they discussed Patriot missiles and Ukraine diplomacy. In other Trump adjacent news, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced plans to sell a $20 billion stake in the World Cup to private investors led by Thrive Capital, owned by Jared Kushner's brother Joshua Kushner and his wife Karlie Kloss, because of course it is, with reactions from FIFA's 211 member associations being nearly universally negative. On the AI beat, AI companies are now buying rare books in bulk and destroying them to scan the pages for model training, because they've run out of internet content that isn't their own slop. Additionally, Elon Musk is suing the state of Minnesota over its ban on AI nudification, arguing that generating non-consensual sexual images of people without their knowledge is "free speech." Finally, ICE agents are going undercover at at least 15 airports nationwide to arrest foreign nationals with expired visas while traveling — including spouses of American citizens — using airline data shared through TSA, and the administration simultaneously created a new rule channeling nearly half a million asylum seekers directly into deportation proceedings without a hearing, because due process is apparently optional now. Resources/Articles mentioned: Axios: Speak or resign: Beshear ups demand for McConnell health status AP News: Lindsey Graham eulogized as an 'American original' with global reach CNBC:Netanyahu, Zelenskyy come to DC for Graham's funeral, meetings with Trump amid wars WSJ: FIFA Explores Stake Sale in New $20 Billion Entity Futurism: AI Companies Are Buying Antique Books, Ingesting Their Contents to Train Models, and Then Destroying Them at Incredible Scale KARE 11: Elon Musk's X.AI sues to block Minnesota's AI nudification ban, calling it a 'ban on free speech' NYT: ICE Arrests Surge at Airports, Opening New Front in Deportation Drive WaPo: Asylum seekers could be sent directly to deportation court under new rule Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau of The Fifth Column
Let's talk about Beshear demanding a Mitch McConnell proof of life for KY....

Beau of The Fifth Column

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 5:02


Let's talk about Beshear demanding a Mitch McConnell proof of life for KY....

Bachelor Rush Hour With Dave Neal
7-29-26 Morning Rush - Mitch McConnell: Dead or Alive? Beshear Issues Ultimatum as Trump Hands Public Land to Big Tech

Bachelor Rush Hour With Dave Neal

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 23:30


Is Mitch McConnell finally going to answer the questions surrounding his health? Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is speaking out with a blunt ultimatum as speculation continues over the longtime senator's condition and political future. We break down what Beshear said, why it matters, and what could come next in Kentucky politics. Plus, Donald Trump is facing backlash after a new push to open public lands for massive AI data centers, raising concerns about environmental impacts, corporate giveaways, and who really benefits. We unpack the plan, the politics behind it, and what it could mean for taxpayers and public resources. Progressive news with sharp analysis, a little comedy, and the stories everyone will be talking about. Welcome to The Rush Hour with Dave Neal.

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed
Federalist Radio Hour: ‘You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway and David Harsanyi, Ep. 208: The Fauci Diaries

The Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 71:17


Join Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway and Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi as they analyze Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries and discuss whether Covid tyrants will ever face accountability for their actions. Mollie and David also dive into the challenges facing the pro-life movement, raise questions about Mitch McConnell's absence from the Senate, and review Christopher […]

Says Who?
RAINBOW DAN

Says Who?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 62:24


We're back! Dan's in California, going to Disney and living his best life under an orange tree. Maureen has been left to her own devices for ten days and bought a bunch of power tools. Time to think about the Big Picture—living right, climate change, does the Senate even matter, and how many times you should ride Mr. Toad's Wild Ride. It's summer 2026. Time to do what feels right, SaysWhovia. Says Who is made possible by you, through your support of our Patreon at patreon.com/sayswho

Battleground America Podcast
The Corpse that Could Save the Republic

Battleground America Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 15:42


Everyone knows Mitch McConnell is brain dead. Here's why they're hiding what's left of him. It's his one last act to help the Chinese Communist Party and the Democrats. Plus Ted Cruz knows his communism. (Please subscribe & share.) Sources: https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2026/07/29/ky-gov-just-went-off-the-rails-on-mcconnell-prove-youre-not-dead-or-resign-n2680262

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 7/28/2026 (Surviving the Pyrocumulonimbus: Firestorms in Europe, US; DOGE slashed fire management; Good news for voters in MO and KS)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 58:08


The Bulwark Podcast
Will Sommer and Asawin Suebsaeng: The Groypers Have Taken over Trumpland

The Bulwark Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 56:20


Stephen Miller has a free hand to pump out his racist policies; Trump regularly says blatantly offensive things that are way past a dog whistle; and one-time insurgents at the Heritage Foundation and other MAGA institutions are muscling out people who aren't comfortable with openly embracing bigotry. The groypers are running today's Republican Party. At the same time, Trump's Iran war has opened divisions within the administration, and the leaks are coming fast and furiously. Plus: the gullible people who think their bribes will keep them safe from Trump, Rod Dreher's falling out with JD Vance, the ties between the Tates and the White House should be a bigger scandal, Mitch McConnell may be doing the most Mitch McConnell thing of all, and how Cincinnatians fought back against DHS to protect a local chaplain.Zeteo's Asawin Suebsaeng joins guest host Will Sommer. Show notes: Swin's recent reporting on Trump's failed Iran war Will's recent “False Flag” on MAGA rallying around Andrew Tate The NYT on the crackup at the Heritage Foundation New York mag on Justin Sun blowing the whistle on Trump Swin on the chaplain in Cincinnati  Rod Dreher with a platter of oysters in Paris NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #ad

Pat Gray Unleashed
Hoodwink Part 2: McConnell's Big Grin Photo Just Dropped | 7/28/26

Pat Gray Unleashed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 100:49


After weeks of near-total silence following his fall and hospital stay, the 84-year-old Kentucky senator posed for the camera looking cheerful. He's missing Fancy Farm and a colleague's memorial, and he's still sidelined as the Senate heads toward recess. His office and the Capitol physician say he's grinding through intense physical therapy every day, with his childhood polio still a major factor in his mobility. This is the first real update in 15 days, and the timing has a lot of people wondering what's actually going on behind the smile. Regular Americans watching this career politician enter the final months of a 42-year run deserve straight talk instead of carefully staged photo ops. Pat also covered: John Thune continues to get pressure from Trump and the White House New grocery stores to open in NYC thanks to comrade Mamdani Ken Paxton is the answer for Texas, not James Talarico Does Ariana Grande have Karen Carpenter disease? Is Jon Ossoff the future of the Democrat Party? Do you buy the recovery narrative, or does this feel like more of the same? What does it tell you when a longtime power player suddenly surfaces with a big grin after radio silence? If you want unfiltered truth and commonsense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:20 Trump on John Thune & the SAVE Act 03:47 Trump Asked a Stupid Question 09:18 Trump with the Latest Update on Iran 12:04 Trump on Netanyahu's Opposition to F-35s in Türkiye 13:43 Mitch McConnell is Home & Safe (is he, though?) 25:44 Anthony Fauci Diary Entries 30:18 Fat Five (Pat Says Chewing the Fat) 49:53 Anthony Fauci is a Dirty Liar! 1:04:07 Zohran Mamdani Asked about 9/11 1:05:43 Zohran Mamdani's City-Run Grocery Stores 1:07:29 Zohran Mamdani Doxxes the Rich 1:09:38 Ariana Grande Suing Music Hackers 1:12:20 Cracker Barrel CEO Fired! 1:18:36 Boeing Replacing Airplane Seats 1:20:34 Ken Paxton VS. James Talarico 1:29:07 Jon Ossoff Talks with TMZ Reporter 1:32:40 FLASHBACK: Jon Ossoff's Careful Answers to Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple News Today
France and Spain race against the clock to contain extreme wildfires

Apple News Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 13:38


Wildfires continue to burn in France and Spain, and an incoming heat wave is threatening to make things worse. Reuters’s Manuel Ausloos describes the devastation. The Federal Reserve kicks off a two-day meeting with unusual uncertainty, because new Chair Kevin Warsh has offered no forward guidance on rates. USA Today’s Rachel Barber breaks down the difficult situation the central bank is in. A new GAO report shows a sharp rise in Amazon and gig-economy workers relying on food stamps and Medicaid. The Washington Post’s Lauren Kaori Gurley explains why. Plus, police in Seattle are searching for a third suspect connected to the shooting at a food festival, Sen. Mitch McConnell gave an update on his health, and how signing LeBron James was a bargain for the Philadelphia 76ers. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast
Squirters, Scandals, and Raunchy Revelry

Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 44:11


In this episode of Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast, buckle up for a hilarious and insightful dive into the political circus that never seems to end. Stephanie takes on the cringe-worthy moments from the recent White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Donald Trump attempted to bomb the audience with his jokes instead of the Strait of Hormuz. Joined by guests Charlie Pierce and Dean Obeidallah, they dissect the absurdity of Mitch McConnell's mysterious absence and the bizarre cover-up surrounding his health. With sharp humor, they tackle everything from Trump's latest antics to the outrageousness of the media's treatment of him. This episode is packed with laughs, sharp critiques, and a healthy dose of political reality that reminds us why we need to keep our sense of humor in these chaotic times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WSJ What’s News
Wall Street's Chip Selloff Goes Global

WSJ What’s News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 12:40


A.M. Edition for July 28. Monday's slump in chip stocks spreads to Asian markets. Finance editor Alex Frangos says new concerns that China is catching up in the technological arms race come just as investors brace for updates on how much hyperscalers are spending on the AI buildout. Plus, as Volodymyr Zelensky returns to the White House, WSJ's Marcus Walker says the Ukrainian president is hoping to turn President Trump's fresh optimism about the war against Russia into a promise of more support. And Mercedes-Benz is the latest automaker to warn of headwinds in China, as the country's appetite for foreign cars continues to decline. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Bob Cesca Show
Fascists Just Aren't Funny

The Bob Cesca Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 72:48


Good news about Donald's mail-in voting executive order. Good news from the Texas Senate race. But how is Paxton doing as well as he is given everything? MAGA isn't about policy or issues, it's about pissing off the other side. South Carolina will be the first Democratic primary state in 2028. Another photo of Mitch McConnell emerged. Beshear's strongly worded letter. Donald vs The Truth: Smithsonian Edition. The Fauci Diaries. Donald keeps saying prices are coming down. They're not. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by I Hate You Just Kidding, Feed Your Wolves, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our sponsors and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob and bollandbranch.com/bob!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.