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Bold. Unfiltered. Wayne Dupree and Jason Robertson discuss politics to entertainment. We dive into the hottest topics with fearless takes. We broadcast Mondays-Thursdays 12-1pm ET.
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The Iran‑US war is now a regional conflict, with the U.S. and Israel pounding military targets across Iran while Tehran fires missiles and drones at U.S. bases, Israel, and Gulf allies. Day six brings fresh Iranian strikes on U.S. positions and Israel, more Israeli bombing in Lebanon, surging evacuations, and spiking oil prices as Trump signals no clear end date.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
As the war between the United States and Iran intensifies, the information battle is escalating just as fast. Both sides are flooding airwaves and social media with narratives designed to shape public opinion and rally support. Iranian state media has released dramatic military footage while Western outlets highlight retaliatory strikes and security threats, signaling a growing propaganda war alongside the fighting.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Multiple U.S. embassies have come under coordinated attack as unrest spreads across the region, triggering emergency evacuations and heightened military readiness. Officials say the situation remains fluid, with intelligence agencies tracking escalating threats and retaliatory risks. Allies are on alert, global markets are reacting, and Washington is weighing its next move as tensions surge.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For decades U.S. officials have warned that Iran was “close” to a nuclear weapon — from warnings in the 1990s about future capabilities to repeated claims in recent years that Tehran could quickly produce bomb-grade material if it chose to. Yet international inspectors and many analysts have consistently noted Iran hasn’t actually built a bomb, even as enriched uranium levels rise and diplomacy repeatedly stalls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Some Americans are getting pulled into the loudest corners of politics, where every issue becomes a battle between “left” and “right.” In that noise, nuance disappears and real problems go unsolved. When we reduce neighbors to labels, we stop listening and start reacting. The trap isn’t disagreement — it’s division without understanding. If we keep choosing teams over truth, we all lose ground together.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Is the State of the Union truly for hardworking Americans watching from their living rooms — or is it a performance staged for Washington power players? As lawmakers applaud and posture, many families are asking whether their real struggles are being addressed or simply referenced. The speech sets the tone for the year, but who is it really speaking to — Main Street or the political class inside the chamber?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rising unrest in parts of Mexico is raising fresh concerns about security, trade stability, and migration flows. With supply chains, energy corridors, and border communities deeply interconnected, prolonged instability could disrupt commerce and increase pressure along the U.S. southern border. Washington will be watching closely as developments south of the border carry real economic and security implications for both nations.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
With the 2028 presidential cycle already stirring, Democrats find themselves in a wide-open race with no clear front-runner and a growing field of potential contenders. Governors, senators, and national figures are building early support and testing strength in key states, while voters weigh electability against ideology. The party’s ability to unite around a compelling nominee could determine its chances against a revitalized GOP in November 2028.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Flat Earthers live in a world where distrust fuels conviction and every contradiction becomes proof of a cover-up. It’s easy to mock—but harder to ask why so many people feel alienated from institutions in the first place. Should we take the claim seriously? No. Should we take the mistrust seriously? Probably. Understanding the mindset may matter more than debating the map.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A record 45% of Americans now identify as independents, the highest share since Gallup began tracking by phone in 1988, as identification with both parties hits historic lows. Many, especially younger voters, reject Democrats and Republicans over frustration with polarization, gridlock, and parties they see as corrupt or out of touch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pam Bondi’s House Judiciary hearing has turned combative, as Democrats accuse her of an Epstein files “cover‑up,” citing missing documents, heavy redactions, and a slow‑walked release, while Republicans largely defend her. Bondi insists DOJ is complying with the law, says many unreleased records are duplicative or sensitive, apologizes to survivors, and frames the clash as partisan attacks on Trump-era justice policies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
With a Feb. 13 deadline looming, Republicans and Democrats remain far apart on funding the Department of Homeland Security, raising the risk of a partial shutdown. Abroad, Israel approved sweeping West Bank land changes easing settler purchases, drawing annexation accusations and prompting Prime Minister Netanyahu to accelerate talks with President Trump on Iran. The timing forces Trump to balance alliance politics and opposition to annexation, even as he hosts governors while excluding Democrats.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The FBI says it found no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein ran a wider sex-trafficking ring involving powerful clients, though his abuse of underage girls is documented and unredacted files are now being shared with lawmakers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
AI bots are rapidly becoming a serious concern for everyday online users. They scrape personal data, mimic human behavior, flood platforms with synthetic traffic, distort engagement metrics, and increase the risk of scams, misinformation, and identity theft. As bots grow more advanced, separating real people from automated actors becomes harder—forcing users to navigate a digital world where trust, privacy, and authenticity are increasingly under threat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Marjorie Taylor Greene now claims MAGA was a lie. The Clintons are set to appear before Congress over Jeffrey Epstein. Republicans are quietly losing seat after seat in special elections. These aren’t isolated headlines — they’re warning signals. Power is shifting, narratives are cracking, and voter sentiment is changing fast. Is this the prelude to a brutal November midterm reckoning for the GOP?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
President Trump escalated threats against Iran, warning of a rapid and violent U.S. strike if Tehran refuses new demands. The warning comes as the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln, bombers, and fighter jets move into striking range. Trump likened the buildup to last year’s Venezuela operation. Officials say U.S. and European demands include ending uranium enrichment, limiting ballistic missiles, and cutting support for Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Humanity edged closer to catastrophe Tuesday as scientists reset the symbolic Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest point since its creation in 1947. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists cited a global failure of leadership, rising catastrophic risks, and declining international cooperation. “We are running out of time,” the group warned, urging immediate action from world leaders before irreversible consequences unfold.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Minnesota has become the flashpoint for a much larger national debate. Protests, ICE operations, and public safety concerns collided fast, forcing the Trump administration to act. In this episode, we examine why Tom Homan was sent in, what federal enforcement is meant to achieve, and whether stronger leadership can actually stabilize the situation—or escalate it further. The political, legal, and real-world stakes are higher than many realize.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The nation’s attention is fixed on Minnesota because a federal immigration enforcement operation there has escalated into a major political crisis — after Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol agents shot and killed Alex Pretti, a U.S. citizen, during protests in Minneapolis. That incident, coming amid an aggressive ICE “surge” with thousands of agents deployed, has sparked widespread protests, legal challenges, and political backlash from leaders at both the state and federal level, making Minnesota a flashpoint in the broader national debate on immigration enforcement, federal power, and public safety.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
ICE now has the authority to enter homes without a judge-signed warrant, relying instead on administrative warrants. These warrants allow the agency to act if the government has probable cause to believe someone is in the country illegally. However, administrative warrants are not issued by a court and may raise legal and ethical concerns. This move could impact the rights of individuals and spark debate over the balance between immigration enforcement and constitutional protections.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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