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A lot of interesting legal questions this week for rotating host John Yoo, and we don't even get through all of them (can you believe Lucretia actually passed up the chance to dunk on her "favorite" Justice KBJ for this week's embarrassment at the Court), because we move directly to the question of whether Gov. Spanberger and Virginia are a canary in a coal mine of a Progressive mine-shaft explosion. Holy-moly!And Steve thinks it isn't too soon to begin thinking about what "New Right 5.0" after Trump is going to look like.Exit music today from Cosigner, which we are thinking of making the official bumper music band for the 3WHH, since the lead singer and motive force of the band is a certified conservative and listener to this podcast. Let us know if you approve.
In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: GREENLAND FRAMEWORK: Trump announces a future deal with NATO’s Mark Rutte, dropping tariff threats while beefing up Arctic security. VMI CONTROVERSY: Governor Abigail Spanberger appoints Ralph Northam to the VMI Board of Visitors despite her previous "bigot" labeling. FAMILY FRACTURE: Bethany Mandel’s new column on Brooklyn Beckham and the quiet danger of overexposed childhoods. VICTORIA SPEAKS: Victoria Beckham ends her Instagram hiatus as the family drama reaches a tipping point. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, January 22, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: STORM PREP: Local grocery stores, including Trader Joe's, are seeing empty shelves as the D.C. region prepares for a massive winter storm. CAPITOL HILL: Recapping Patrice Onwuka’s testimony before the House Oversight Committee on the housing crisis and rolling back red tape. WHITE WITCH: Conservatives brand Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger the "White Witch" after she immediately rescinded Youngkin’s order requiring law enforcement to cooperate with ICE. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, January 23, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore is pitching a plan to close the state's $1.4 billion budget without tax hikes. Instead, he's proposing spending cuts, budget shifts, and drawing from a clean energy fund. The governor joined the show to break down his budget proposal. Plus, what's next in the redistricting battle.Maryland House Democrats introduced a bill Friday that would redraw the state's eight congressional districts. The changes could give Democrats the ability to flip Maryland's lone Republican District. This comes only days after the state's redistricting commission recommended a "concept map" favoring Democrats in Congress.Governor Moore said Maryland can't sit on their hands while President Trump pushes for redistricting in other states, like Texas. "This is going to end up being essentially the largest attack on black political leadership that we have seen in generations inside of this country," he said.However, Moore faces opposition in his own party. Senate President Bill Ferguson has so far opposed mid-cycle redistricting. But Moore's not deterred."Bill Ferguson is one vote, and Democracy doesn't stop because of one person," he said. The House is expected to vote on the bill next week. If passed, it would then head to the Senate for a vote.The D.C. Council this week selected Doni Crawford to take former At-Large Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie's job on the council. The former McDuffie staffer and Ward 5 resident is somewhat of an unknown to the general public, though well-regarded in the Wilson Building for her experience in negotiating housing policy and budget matters. Councilmember Crawford got behind the mic to give us her stance on some of the city's biggest issues, including MPD's relationship with federal immigration agents and RFK Stadium. New Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger this week pressed for legislation addressing affordability and signaled her support for redistricting in her first address to lawmakers. WAMU's Northern Virginia reporter Margaret Barthel broke down Gov. Spanberger's first week in office.Send us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/wamu.org
The new governor and the General Assembly are wrapping up their first full week by preparing for this weekend's storm. Radio IQ politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
The I Love CVille Show headlines: Spanberger V Trump: UVA Inked DEI Contract Under Fire AlbCo Real Estate Tax Assessments Spike 6.17% 6.17% Spike 3rd Most Costly Hike In Last 13 Years Samuel Miller District Highest Spike, Rivanna Lowest City Council To Release Resolution On ICE Presence Payne Opposes Student Housing In Black Neighborhoods Daniel Halpert, Owner, Coco's Adventure Factory, 1/23 If You Need CVille Office Space, Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.
Virginia is on track to get one of its nastiest winter storms in years, but fear of another ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is on the mind of immigrant Virginians. Governor Abigail Spanberger tried to address those concerns this, as Brad Kutner reports.
Today marks the first full year of the second Trump Administration. Seth looks back on why President Trump was elected once again and what has been accomplished in the past year. New Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger (D) signed her first executive orders at the Virginia State Capitol reversing many of the policies of her Republican predecessor Glenn Youngkin. Producer David Doll finally ‘gets’ a joke from last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The I Love CVille Show headlines: Spanberger Exec Order Looks To Reshape BOVs Political Donations Of Spanberger's BOV Nominees AlbCo Home Assessor Presenting Data To Supes Today Yet Another Homeless Encampment At Free Bridge Grit Coffee Expanding In Shops At Stonefield Ivy House Play Space Needs A New Location #16 UVA Finishes In AP Top 25 For 1st Time Since 2004 If You Need CVille Office Space, Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative is a multi-state compact that aims to pool resources to address climate change and build resiliency. Former Governor Glenn Youngkin took Virginia out of the agreement, but one of his department heads, kept on by Governor Abigail Spanberger, spoke in favor of rejoining the pact Wednesday morning. Brad Kutner has […]
It's been a month since the deadline to release the Epstein Files. Donald's psychotic letter to Norway. Scott Bessent's ludicrous defense of Greenland invasion. We're on the precipice of civil war in Minnesota. ICE is denying detainee access to lawyers. Kristi Noem doesn't want us to say Jonathan Ross's name. Self-satirical legacy media. Reason number infinity why CNN needs to fire Scott Jennings. Axios attempts to sabotage Democratic 2028 candidates. Heroes of Democracy: Gov. Spanberger and two federal judges. A new jingle via WeAreTheDreamEaters on Instagram. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Michael McDermott, The Burning Limos, and more! Support our new sponsor Quince.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
WMAL GUEST: JONATHAN FAHEY (Attorney and Former Acting Director of ICE) on Virginia’s Move to Rescind Cooperation Between Law Enforcement and ICE SOCIAL MEDIA: @JonforFairfax Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WMAL GUEST: DANIEL TURNER (Founder and Executive Director of Power the Future) on Virginia Rejoining RGGI and the Impact on Utility Bills SOCIAL MEDIA: @DanielTurnerPTF WEBSITE: PowerTheFuture.com Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Read (and) watch more VPM News Spanberger makes policy promises in first General Assembly address Watch: The Joint Assembly Address (YouTube) Watch: Gov. Abigail Spanberger discussing affordability (YouTube) On the agenda: Richmond traffic safety grants, Charlottesville housing Other links In historic first for Virginia, Adam Spanberger becomes first gentleman (The Washington Post)* DOJ sues Virginia for not providing voter data (The Hill) Rocky Mount unveils monument to Black Civil War soldiers (Cardinal News) Planned James City County missile factory to be fully operational in 2028 (WHRO) *This outlet utilizes a paywall. Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.
The I Love CVille Show headlines: $8.5M Payout To Prez Beardsley If Spanberger Fires Him Why & Why Not Spanberger Will Fire UVA Prez Beardsley Will A Judge Deem Beardsley Hire Invalid? Only An Oral Report (No Written Report) On UVA Health CVille Man Arrested For Threat To Blow Up Bojangles Plans For 50-Year Downtown Mall Anniversary? UVA Will Honor Tony Bennett By Naming JPJ Court If You Need CVille Office Space, Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.
Newly inaugurated Governor Abigail Spanberger spoke to a joint assembly of the House and Senate Monday afternoon. Michael Pope tells us she was focused on affordability.
WMAL GUEST: JOE DIGENOVA (Legal Analyst and Former U.S. Attorney) on the Escalating Anti-ICE Protests and Governor Spanberger’s Repeal of Law Enforcement Cooperation Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, January 19, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: DC MAYORAL RACE: Political analyst Chuck Thies discusses Kenyan McDuffie’s campaign launch for DC Mayor. ICE RESISTANCE: Governor Abigail Spanberger immediately rescinds the Youngkin-era order requiring state and local police to cooperate with ICE. AG FIRST FLUB: New Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones launches sweeping legal actions but makes a notable mistake on his first official letterhead opinion. GERRYMANDERING AMENDMENT: The Virginia Senate passes a constitutional amendment to allow mid-decade redistricting if other states do the same. MAYORAL CONFUSION: Reality star Farrah Abraham finds out live on TV that the Austin mayoral election isn't until 2028. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, January 19, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Read (and watch) more VPM News about the inauguration Abigail Spanberger sworn in as Virginia's 75th governor Attorney General Jones, Governor Spanberger flex powers on Day 1 Here are the 10 executive orders Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed Day 1 Gallery: Scenes from the Spanberger–Hashmi–Jones inauguration Watch inaugural interviews with Abigail Spanberger, Ghazala Hashmi and Jay Jones Multiple UVA board members resign at Spanberger's request ICYMI: Watch Saturday's historic inauguration and parade (VPM on YouTube) Other, non-inauguration news On the agenda: This week in Central Virginia meetings Bernice King sees 'saving grace' of MLK Day in today's political climate (The Associated Press) Our award-winning work is made possible with your donations. Visit vpm.org/donate to support local journalism.
The I Love CVille Show headlines: Governor Spanberger Drops Nuclear Bomb On BOV Five BOV Members Out; 10 New Ones Appointed BOVer Paul Manning Gives $100M Then Forced To Quit Four Predictions On What Spanberger Will Do To UVA Will Prez Beardsley Resign, Get Fired Or Stay Employed? Will Jim Ryan Be Re-Hired As Prez? Will Trump Pull $$$? VA State Senator Calls VA US Senators Cuckolds If You Need CVille Office Space, Contact Jerry Miller Read Viewer & Listener Comments Live On-Air The I Love CVille Show airs live Monday – Friday from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm on The I Love CVille Network. Watch and listen to The I Love CVille Show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, iTunes, Apple Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Fountain, Amazon Music, Audible, Rumble and iLoveCVille.com.
Governor Abigail Spanberger was inaugurated Saturday, and with it issued a series of day one executive orders. Among them is one giving her the option to end a relationship initiated by former governor Glenn Youngkin between Virginia State Police and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. Brad Kutner has this report.
Over the weekend, Abigail Spanberger was inaugurated as Virginia’s 75th governor. Michael Pope was there and has this report about her inaugural address.
Join Jim and Greg for the Friday 3 Martini Lunch as they close out the week examining new polling across the Western Hemisphere showing overwhelming approval for the removal of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, California Gov. Gavin Newsom's obscene levels of spending with mostly failure to show for it, and Virginia Democrats taking power and immediately advancing their radical agenda.First, they welcome polling from throughout Latin America showing broad support for Maduro being ousted from power. In some places, the margin is more than 60 percent and even Mexico, which had the lowest approval for Maduro's ouster, still approved by 12 percent. But the big question about Venezuela remains - what comes next?Next, they shake their heads as Gov. Newsom submits a nearly $350 billion budget for his final year in office, a massive increase from when he first took office. Jim lists many different economic categories in which California ranks among the worst states despite having so many natural advantages.Finally, Jim and Greg cringe as Virginia Democrats open their legislative session by pushing the radical agenda many feared was coming. At the top of the list is a constitutional amendment to enshrine abortion with no exceptions. They also thank outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin for four years of relative sanity before he leaves office tomorrow and the onslaught of awful legislation ramps up.Please visit our great sponsors:Improve your sleep with Brooklyn Bedding. Go to https://BrooklynBedding.com use promo code 3ML at checkout for 30% off sitewide—exclusive offer, support the show! Leave behind what's weighing you down with BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLTake your personal data back with Incogni. Go to https://Incogni.com/3ML to get 60% off an Annual Plan. New episodes every weekday.
This week, Candi and Victoria cover Mamdani's swearing in and how some are trying to bring "The warmth of collectivism" to our own backyard in Virginia. Hear more on what you can expect from Spanberger's cabinet picks and radical leftists in the VA General Assembly.
Glenn Youngkin is heading into the last week of his term as governor, while Abigail Spanberger is putting her administration together. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger takes office next weekend, shortly after Democrats in Virginia's legislature are expected to pass a mid-decade redistricting amendment. And while Virginia governors usually have little influence on the constitutional amendment process, the timing required for the proposed redraw to have any impact will require the governor-elect, who’s lukewarm on the concept, to […]
We wrap up some political loose ends from 2025 while setting the stage for a new administration in 2026. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.
12/31/2025 PODCAST Episode #3147 GUESTS: Mark Mix, Peach Crew, Alireza Jafarzadeh + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth
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12/19/2025 PODCAST Episodes #2241 - #2243 GUESTS: Dan "The Ox" Ochsner, Michael Pack, Patrick Mara, Michael Castillero, Paul Conway, Chap Petersen, John Reid, Chris Saxman, Joe Morrissey + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #2241 Afghan Nationals Target Americans; Tim's Clown Show Episode #2242 Biden Administration's Kidney Failure Patients Death Sentence Episode #2243 Virginia Gang Goes Off On VA DEMS, Spanberger https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/
12/19/2025 PODCAST Episodes #2241 - #2243 GUESTS: Dan "The Ox" Ochsner, Michael Pack, Patrick Mara, Michael Castillero, Paul Conway, Chap Petersen, John Reid, Chris Saxman, Joe Morrissey + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #2241 Afghan Nationals Target Americans; Tim's Clown Show Episode #2242 Biden Administration's Kidney Failure Patients Death Sentence Episode #2243 Virginia Gang Goes Off On VA DEMS, Spanberger https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger rolled out new details about her policy agenda Thursday. Brad Kutner was in the room at the state Capitol and has this report.
This week, Candi and Victoria bring you updates on the Loudoun Three case. Plus, learn more about the cabinet appointments Gov-Elect Abigail Spanberger has announced, including some familiar names.
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger is piecing together her cabinet before her inauguration next month. Michael Pope and Radio IQ politics analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss that and more in state politics and government.
Virginia's Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger is starting to give us an idea of what her term might look like. At an event with Politico Tuesday evening, she answered questions about her interest in working with President Donald Trump. And the two appear to be on opposite sides of the nation's issues, as Brad Kutner reports.
Summary The conversation delves into the anticipated legislative actions regarding gun control in Virginia, focusing on the strategies that may be employed by lawmakers in presenting multiple bills. The discussion highlights the potential for a coordinated effort to push through a series of anti-gun bills and the implications of such actions on political dynamics. Takeaways There are 26 to 30 bills expected to be introduced. The timing of the legislative push is critical. Control of the legislature influences the strategy. Lawmakers may choose to bombard or strategically select bills. The approach can affect public perception and political outcomes. Anticipation of immediate legislative action is high. The discussion reflects broader themes in gun control debates. Strategic legislative battles can shape future policies. The role of key figures like Spanberger is significant. Understanding the timing and strategy is essential for advocacy. Keywords gun control, legislation, Virginia, anti-gun bills, political strategy
Fresh off their decisive election night wins, Jon is joined by Governors-Elect (and former congressional roommates) Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey and Abigail Spanberger of Virginia, to reflect on their journeys from Capitol Hill to state leadership. Together, they discuss their shared experience navigating Congressional gridlock, explore what drew them to seek executive power, and examine what they hope to accomplish for their states as governor. Plus, what do Thanksgiving, Ozempic, and big balls have in common? This podcast episode is brought to you by: FACTOR - Eat smart at https://FactorMeals.com/TWS50OFF and use code TWS50OFF to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. UPLIFT DESK - Elevate your workspace with UPLIFT Desk. Go to https://upliftdesk.com/WEEKLY for a special offer exclusive to our audience. Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeklyshowpodcast> TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@weeklyshowpodcast > X: https://x.com/weeklyshowpod > BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/theweeklyshowpodcast.com Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart Executive Producer – James Dixon Executive Producer – Chris McShane Executive Producer – Caity Gray Lead Producer – Lauren Walker Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic Producer – Gillian Spear Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce Music by Hansdle Hsu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SEASON 4 EPISODE 32: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Quislings. Traitors. Cowards. Capitulators. Collaborators. Fakes. Frauds. Enablers. Betrayers. Failures. Political Prostitutes. Senators Durbin, Kaine, Fetterman, Shaheen, Cortez-Masto, Hassan, Rosen, and King need to be expelled from the Democratic party and any that mistakenly think they have a chance of retaining their seats must be primaried. Must be. They are not progressives, they are not pragmatists, they are not even moderates. They are fools. Their careers must be ended. Now. Durbin, Kaine, Fetterman, Shaheen, Cortez-Masto, Hassan, Rosen, and King. Now. Done. Forgotten. Let us hear their names no more. Last night these eight Senators voted to fold, without any pressure, without any bribe, without anything. They voted to kick millions of Americans off ObamaCare in order to reopen and fund the government – for only three months, mind you – in exchange not for magic beans but just the promise of a vote in which they’ll GET magic beans – a vote ON the health care subsidies - IF half a dozen Republicans defy Trump. A vote about magic beans. Which they won’t win. Their rationalizations were pathetic and suggested their familiarity with the reality of the Senate, of Trump, of the Republican Party, was less than that of the average Senate Page. What's worse is, this happens now as the reality becomes more and clear: Trump’s mind is gone. It’s so bad even The Washington Post noticed. It’s so bad The Washington Post even put it on their front page. He’s hyping weight loss drugs. In The Oval Office. And how he and he alone can bring down their price. And a weight loss patient there to extoll weight loss drugs and say how safe they are and praise Trump’s wonderfulness… collapses. Folds. Drops, slow-motion, like a deflating inflatable tube man at a used car sales lot. Trump – whose mind is gone - not only doesn’t help the guy on the floor… he’s offended he upstaged him. And then Trump – whose MIND IS GONE - falls asleep. For the second time. Or as The Washington Post put it: “A Closer Look At Trump’s Apparent Struggles To Fight Off Sleep In The Oval Office” read the Post headline. “A Washington Post analysis of multiple video feeds found that the president spent nearly 20 minutes apparently battling to keep his eyes open…” 815 words follow. And four pictures. One of Trump – whose mind is gone - with one eye closed. One with one eye closed and two fingers rubbing it. One with both eyes closed. One where you can almost SEE the snoring. Even. The Washington Post. Knows It. Let’s step back from the nuts-and-bolts of the government shutdown to try to process how it was perceived by Trump…whose mind is gone. HE thought it would be a GOOD idea to cut off food stamps so lines at soup kitchens would get longer just as it was getting cold. He thought the correct political move as the Holidays approached was… government-sponsored starvation. He believed that the country would praise him for… gradually shutting down all air travel – including all air travel FOR HIS SUPPORTERS – first for Thanksgiving and then for Christmas and New Year’s. He thought these were good political moves. SPORTSBALLCENTER (30:00): Yes, legal gambling could send two Cleveland pitchers to jail for 65 years. But no, they didn't actually make a Shohei Ohtani Used Jockstrap baseball card. B-Block (38:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Politico thinks the first thing a Mayor-Elect of New York has to do is answer questions about the 2028 Senate elections. The Breaker media newsletter finds the New York Times fricasseeing its own digital books. That's right: FIFA isn't just polishing Trump's knob, it's inventing a "Peace Prize" so it can polish it harder. And Dr. Oz wants you to lose 400 pounds by the midterms. C-Block (55:00) WHY I'M NOT A HOCKEY ANNOUNCER: One of my favorite sportscasting stories: how my budding career as a plucky pucky play-by-play guy was thwarted when the team we were broadcasting "forgot to rent the rink" - and how I avenged myself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Tuesday, voters in Virginia, New York City, New Jersey, Texas, California, and Mississippi overwhelmingly supported Democratic candidates and ballot initiatives.In New York, despite facing racist opposition from both Republicans and much of the Democratic establishment, Zohran Mamdani sailed to victory. The new mayor-elect won over 50 percent of the vote in a three-way race. And in Virginia, Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger won with an even greater margin over her opponent, Winsome Earle-Sears, whose campaign weaponized transphobia in a vain attempt to defeat Spanberger.In California, as of Wednesday, nearly two-thirds of the vote favored redrawing the congressional map to counter Republican gerrymandering in Texas.The Intercept Briefing spoke with Amanda Litman, co-founder and president of the PAC Run for Something, and Maurice Mitchell, national director of the Working Families Party, to discuss what lessons Democrats and progressives should take heading into the midterm elections. Mitchell pointed to Mamdani's and other Democrats' success last night at driving home a positive economic message for working-class voters as an important roadmap for next year.“There's elements of [Mamdani's] victory that are very particular to New York, that are very particular to him, but the politics and the conditions that are a part of the victory are happening all across the country,” said Mitchell. “It's clear that this was a wave election. And inside of that wave are a number of independent, progressive-minded folks who didn't wait their turn, who are willing to fight for working people.” Similarly, Litman argued that Democrats need to embrace a big tent that includes progressive voices. "You need candidates who know what they believe, who know how to communicate, who love the place they're running, and who can articulate why voters should want them to win,” she said.Litman continued, “Does every candidate need to have the exact same ideological profile? No. But also, the person who's running and winning a seat on the Iowa City Council is probably not a good fit for the New York City Council, and vice versa. And that's OK. To be a party that can win everywhere, which is what we need to be in order to stop authoritarianism and stop what the Republican Party has done, we need to have a big tent.” Listen to the full conversation of The Intercept Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.You can support our work at theintercept.com/join. Your donation, no matter the amount, makes a real difference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
SEASON 4 EPISODE 31: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Do you want to hear the real lesson of this week’s Democratic landslide? Mamdani ran on your money issues and that Trump equals death. Sherrill ran on your money issues and that Trump equals death. Spanberger ran on your money issues and that Trump equals death. Prop 50 won on your money issues and that Trump equals death. Hey, you can do both at the same time! Who knew? Not difficult. Easy to remember. Useful on all occasions. Worked in New York, where they elected a socialist when only a quarter of the voters say they are socialists. Worked in Virginia, where they elected as governor an ex-congresswoman born in Jersey. Worked in Jersey, where they elected as a governor an ex-congresswoman born in Virginia. Money Issues, and Trump Equals Death. Useful on all occasions. It’s a floor wax AND a dessert topping. Of course the context is just as much fun as the lesson. That's becauseTrump not only doesn’t realize he got the S kicked out of him, but he doesn’t realize he’s already forced himself to both end the government shutdown and lose the government shutdown. “Trump wasn’t on the ballot,” Trump screamed. “And ‘Shutdown’… were the two reasons that Republicans lost elections...” Ah, poor Trump. Metaphorically, Trump not only was on the ballot - every ballot but he was on the ballot in the worst possible way. Everybody could vote no on him, but it was almost impossible to vote YES. The lame duck politician’s worst nightmare. And right now no duck is lamer than Trump. Democrats: run on your money issues and that Trump equals death. It’s a floor wax and a dessert topping! ALSO: No, I am not going to sanewash Dick Cheney, even after his passing. Yes, at the end, when it was loyalty to the country or Trump he chose the country and it's good to finish strong. But I will still remember him for that 9/11-Iraq exploitation thing. And I am still proud that - as you'll hear - I pissed him off enough as Vice President for him to publicly clap back. B-Block (30:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Roger Stone, who helped advance the deplorable Laura Loomer, is now shocked she's deplorable. Similarly Ben Shapiro, who helped sell Tucker Carlson's evil to the far right, is now shocked he's evil. And I-Never-Winsome Earle-Sears and scabby Fox host Charlie Hurt think Barack Obama not voting for her when he voted for Kamala Harris is hypocritical (so...Earle-Sears voted for Kamala, and Hurt voted for Spanberger?) C-Block (40:30) SPORTSBALLCENTER: You probably aren't interested in my thoughts on the latest new selection committee and the latest eight nominees for baseball's Hall of Fame (though I have many of them). But you may be entertained by the sagas of the previous selection committees and the legend of how the ex-players on them used to cast "courtesy votes" for their old buddies and one year Ted Williams and the others screwed up and accidentally cast way too many of them for a not-so-Hall-of-Famish catcher named Rick Ferrell and he actually got elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Let's talk about Mamdani, Spanberger, Sherrill, and Prop 50....
Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Wednesday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they break down Democrats' bigger-than-expected wins in Virginia and New Jersey, Zohran Mamdani coasting to victory in New York City, and several ballot initiatives that mostly went the wrong way.First, they dig into Virginia, where Democrat Abigail defeated Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears by nearly 15 points, outperforming every major poll. That landslide also helped rage texter Jay Jones win the attorney general's race by six points, while Democrats picked up 13 seats in the state legislature. In New Jersey, Democrat Mikie Sherrill beat Jack Ciattarelli by 13 points. The wins were not shocking, but the margins were, and Scot and Greg break down what those results mean heading into 2026.Next, they come to grips with Zohran Mamdani winning the New York City mayor's race by taking comfort that Andrew Cuomo won't be mayor. They also highlight some very ominous indications of what's to come from Mamdani's victory speech. Dems will undoubtedly try to mimic his smiley socialism in some parts of the country next year. Are Republicans ready to fight it?Finally, they analyze key ballot measures across the country, including strong conservative victories in Texas protecting parental rights and requiring proof of citizenship to vote. But not all results went the right way, as Gavin Newsom's gerrymander gimmick passed easily in California, and Colorado voters approved a tax hike on the wealthy to fund free school meals.Please visit our great sponsors:Give your liver the support it deserves with Dose Daily. Save 35% on your first month when you subscribe at https://DoseDaily.co/3ML or enter code 3ML at checkout. Get 20% off your first purchase of classic menswear. Visit https://MizzenAndMain.com with promo code 3ML20—shop online or visit a Mizzen and Main store in select states.Sponsored by Quo, formerly known as Open Phone: Get started free and save 20% on your first 6 months and keep your existing numbers at no extra charge—no missed calls, no missed customers. Visit https://Quo.com/3ML
President Trump demolishes the White House's East Wing to make room for his ostentatious 90,000 square foot ballroom. Jon, Dan, and Alex Wagner — host of Crooked Media's newest podcast “Runaway Country” — react to the the demolition and the latest news, including Trump's demand that the Justice Department pay him $230 million in taxpayer money, his pardon of a crypto CEO convicted of failing to report terrorist organizations who used his platform to launder money, and the latest from 2025's most important elections in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia. Then, Tommy is joined by the Pipeline Fund's Denise Feriozzi to talk about building a deeper Democratic bench and why it's so important for people to run for local office.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Get tickets to CROOKED CON November 6-7 in Washington, D.C at http://crookedcon.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. NBA Betting Scandal One of the most explosive sports scandals in recent memory: a massive NBA betting and poker rigging investigation led by the FBI. Clay and Buck break down the details of a multi-year probe that resulted in over 30 arrests across 11 states, involving current and former NBA players and coaches, including Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups, former player and coach Damon Jones, and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier. The scandal spans illegal gambling operations, insider betting schemes, and mafia-run poker games using high-tech cheating devices like x-ray tables, contact lenses, and altered shuffling machines. Clay explains how the FBI uncovered two interconnected cases: one involving the mob rigging high-stakes poker games with tens of millions of dollars at stake, and another exposing NBA players manipulating game performance for prop bets, such as Rozier allegedly leaving a game early after signaling insiders. The hosts discuss the staggering stupidity of risking a $26 million NBA salary for $200,000 in illicit winnings, and why legalized sports betting may actually help catch these schemes by flagging irregular wagering patterns. Oppression Olympics An in-depth look at the Virginia Governor’s race, dissecting conflicting polls on Abigail Spanberger and why Democrats are sounding alarms despite media narratives of a comfortable lead. The hosts mock MSNBC’s claim that Spanberger’s struggles stem from sexism, pointing out that she’s running against another woman and citing examples of women winning major races nationwide. They argue Democrats are leaning on identity politics rather than addressing policy failures. The conversation pivots to Spanberger’s refusal to call for the resignation of Jay Jones, the Democratic Attorney General candidate embroiled in a text scandal advocating political violence. Clay warns Virginians that Spanberger is a far-left candidate masquerading as moderate, predicting radical policies on gender identity and sports if she wins. This leads to a fiery discussion on transgender athletes, spotlighting a shocking Minnesota Supreme Court ruling that unanimously allowed a male powerlifter to compete in women’s competitions, citing “human rights.” Clay and Buck slam this as emblematic of the left’s strategy to impose gender ideology through state power, comparing it to COVID-era mandates and warning of broader cultural consequences. Rep. Jim Jordan The ongoing government shutdown, now in its 23rd day, with Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan joining the show to explain why Democrats are holding the line—fear of primaries from the far-left and leveraging issues like Obamacare subsidies. Jordan predicts the shutdown could last until November and blasts Democrats’ Trump Derangement Syndrome as a driving force. Jordan also drops bombshell news: a criminal referral against former CIA Director John Brennan for allegedly lying under oath about the Steele dossier during the Russia investigation. He details evidence showing Brennan pushed for the dossier’s inclusion despite knowing it was unreliable, framing it as part of a broader pattern of anti-Trump bias. The discussion then shifts to Trump’s record in his second term, with Jordan calling it “the most impactful year of any presidency,” citing achievements on tax cuts, border security, Iran policy, and ending men in women’s sports. The hour closes with a quick revisit of the NBA betting scandal, contrasting today’s corruption with Pete Rose’s infamous wagers, and a nuanced debate on whether athletes betting on themselves should be treated differently. Clay explains why leagues ban all player gambling to prevent debt-driven corruption, noting referees as historically vulnerable due to lower salaries. Gov't Shutdown Realities The latest on the government shutdown, now stretching into weeks, as Clay and Buck dissect explosive remarks from Democratic House Whip Katherine Clark, who admitted the shutdown is being used as “leverage.” Speaker of the House Mike Johnson fires back, accusing Democrats of holding American families hostage to push for $200 billion in Obamacare subsidies and benefits for illegal immigrants. The hosts argue this political brinkmanship is driven by internal Democratic fears—Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries worried about primary challenges from the far-left, especially after Mamdani’s surprise victory in the New York City mayoral primary, which shook the party establishment. The conversation pivots to the New York City mayor’s race, analyzing the fiery second debate featuring Curtis Sliwa, Andrew Cuomo, and Mamdani. Clay praises Sliwa’s populist message but warns that staying in the race could guarantee a Mamdani win. They highlight Cuomo and Sliwa pressing Mamdani on housing ballot initiatives, exposing his evasiveness and lack of clear policy positions. Clay brands Momani as a “cipher”—a social media-savvy candidate with no substantive record—contrasting him with Cuomo’s long political history. 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Megyn Kelly breaks down why New Yorkers must hold their nose and vote for Andrew Cuomo to stop radical Zohran Mamdani, discusses the implications of the decision, highlights the most fiery attacks from Cuomo and Mamdani in the final NYC debate, weighs in on the Sliwa effect, responds to the disgusting attacks by Jen Psaki on JD Vance and Usha Vance, exposes the awful liberal white ladies podcast, and more. Then Virginia Governor candidate Winsome Earle-Sears joins to talk about her opponent Abigail Spanberger's muted response to the Jay Jones texts, the state of the race overall, Spanberger's lack of courage on key political issues, racist attacks she's faced from Democrats, the misogyny from the left, and more. More from Earle-Sears: https://winsomeforgovernor.com/ Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldDone with Debt: https://www.DoneWithDebt.com & tell them Megyn Kelly sent you!Lean: Visit https://TakeLean.com & use code MK for 20% offByrna: Go to https://Byrna.com or your local Sportsman's Warehouse today. Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Megyn Kelly is joined by Eric Trump, author of "Under Siege," to discuss the New York Attorney General Letitia James indictment, her past crusade against President Trump and lawfare against the Trump family, the influence of his parents Ivana and Donald Trump, growing up with their strong personalities, the lasting lessons from his mother's bold parenting style, inside details about the FBI's shocking raid on Mar-a-Lago, the emotional impact it had on his family, and more. Then Walter Kirn, editor-at-large of "County Highway," joins to discuss Dem VA Gov. candidate Abigail Spanberger's awkward defense of disturbing texts sent by fellow Democrat Jay Jones, how blind party loyalty and reflexive hatred are warping our politics, the worst moments from Spanberger in her debate with Winsome Sears, newly-surfaced videos of Katie Porter berating her staff, disturbing reports of domestic abuse from her past, Jimmy Kimmel's claim that he was “maliciously mischaracterized” about his Charlie Kirk comments, his refusal to apologize and waning influence, Trevor Noah trying to joke about Charlie Kirk, and more.Trump- https://www.amazon.com/Under-Siege-Familys-Fight-Nation/dp/1668205874Kirn- https://countyhighway.com/Pique: Get 20% off your order plus a FREE frother & glass beaker with this exclusive link: https://piquelife.com/MEGYNTax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://TNUSA.com/MEGYNto speak with a strategist for FREE todayCowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code MK at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/MKChapter: For Free and unbiased Medicare help dial 27-MEDICARE (276-334-2273) or go to https://askchapter.org/kellyDisclaimer: Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and standalone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all your options. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.