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Episode 060: In Episode 060 of The Cigar Politico, we kick things off with some personal updates as Clint talks about the bittersweet milestone of getting a kid ready for college and what that transition looks like for parents. From there, we dive into the lighter side of corporate PR disasters, breaking down the McDonald’s CEO’s painfully awkward burger promotion video that left the internet cringing. The conversation then shifts to politics as we analyze the results of the March 3 Texas pri...
Episode 059 In Episode 59 of The Cigar Politico, Clint and Kyle light up a cigar and break down the week’s biggest headlines—from international controversy to the upcoming Texas primary elections. The guys start with a look at recent U.S. Winter Olympic victories and how Team USA is performing on the world stage. From there, they shift into politics and examine the flood of political ads hitting Texas ahead of the primary, highlighting several of the major races on the ballot—including the U....
Episode 058: Kyle and Clint light up and jump straight in with opening commentary before diving into the roar of the Daytona 500 and if Kyle will ever become a NASCAR fan. At the 25-minute mark, the guys break down Justin Bieber at the Grammy Awards, celebrity culture, and how entertainment and politics continue to blur. The guys talk about Valentine’s Day just passed, being a spouse and a parent at the same time as well as provide a medal count and update on the Winter Olympics in Mila...
This week's pod is packed with SuperBowl takes and what we are watching post-football (Baseball, NASCAR, the Winter Olympics) We also recap the Grammy Awards and JellyRoll's take that no one should care what his opinion is (preach!). We then dive into the political stories of the week, Trump letting a distasteful video get posted, not really apologizing, and our surprise the story kinda died. Early voting for the 2026 primaries begins next week and we take a look at John Cornyn's Senate...
Episode 056 – Winter Weather, Grading Trump’s First Year, & the Minnesota Propaganda War In Episode 56 of The Cigar Politico, we kick things off talking about the recent snow and ice that rolled through Texas and how winter weather seems to bring everything to a halt across the country. From there, we shift into awards season — the politics, the performances, and whether Hollywood has any broader influence. We also take a look at the first year of Donald Trump’s return to office, grading ...
Episode 55 is a wide-ranging conversation with local rancher and entrepreneur Lee Wells, a true Texan man who wears a lot of hats—and wears them well. Lee joins us to talk about his life as a rancher and entrepreneur, including supplying beef for his farm-to-table burger restaurant. We dig deep into Texas agriculture, with a special focus on the beef industry, global market pressures, and how international forces impact American ranchers. Beyond the ranch, Lee shares insights from his work as...
We're back for the new year and Episode 054 kicks off with the NFL regular season coming to a close, playoff pictures tightening up, and the coaching carousel heating up. From there, we shift gears into international and domestic politics, breaking down the Trump administration’s move to arrest Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro and what it signals for U.S. policy in the Western Hemisphere. We also dig into Minnesota politics, where Tim Walz announces he will not seek another term as governor...
Episode 053 kicks off with some big cultural and political headlines, starting with Jelly Roll being inducted into the Grand Ole Opry—and receiving a pardon from the Tennessee governor, sparking a broader conversation about redemption and second chances. We then shift to geopolitics and energy as Venezuela faces a tightening oil quarantine, breaking down what it means for global supply, U.S. foreign policy, and Trump's message to Maduro. On the domestic front, we dig into the auto industry as...
This week on The Cigar Politico, we’re joined by Texas State Representative Brent Money (House District 2) for an in-depth conversation on some of the most pressing issues today. We also discuss the sharp decline in narco boat activity, highlighting how the Trump administration’s enforcement strategy has dramatically reduced maritime drug smuggling in the Caribbean—down by roughly 91%. We discuss why aggressive interdiction matters, how cutting off trafficking routes protects American lives, ...
Episode 51 — “Culturally Normal” In this week’s episode, Clint and Kyle dive into the usual mix of sports updates and the biggest stories shaping the week. We break down the Tim Walz Minnesota Somali funding scandal, what’s known so far, and Tim's offense to the R-word. From there, we turn to a series of Trump-related headlines: an executive order that autopen signatures are void, the rollout of proposed “Trump baby bank accounts”, and the Supreme Court’s decision to hear arguments on birthri...
🎙️ Episode 50 — The Big 5–0: Wives on the Mic + Wild Week in Politics It’s a milestone episode of The Cigar Politico — Episode 50! To celebrate, we brought the wives on for the final 30 minutes for some unfiltered, hilarious, behind-the-scenes banter you won’t want to miss. Before they joined, we covered a packed slate of sports, current events, and political stories from a busy week: 🔥 What We Covered Sports Round-Up: Latest NFL, NBA, and college storylines we’re watching heading into the ho...
In this episode, we fire up the cigars and jump right into the big Dallas news: the Mavericks firing GM Nico Harrison. We break down how we got here, Cuban back in the front-office, and reaction from Luka and the GOAT - Dirk. Right after that, we get into a very Texas story—Buc-ee’s suing a Colorado underwear company for copyright infringement. We look at both logos, talk through the case, and explain why we don’t think they look anything alike despite the legal drama. Do Beavers even l...
In this episode, the guys break down the aftermath of the November 4th general election and what the results mean heading into 2026. They react to the breaking news of Nancy Pelosi’s retirement and the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney, then shift gears to talk about the government shutdown that finally looks to be ending. From Capitol Hill shakeups to state-level surprises, it’s another packed week of political headlines, hot takes, and cigar-side banter. Find us live-streaming on...
In this episode, we break down the week’s biggest political stories: how Nicki Minaj publicly praised Donald Trump for his stance on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Then, we dig into the interesting situation with Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom not showing up on Joe Rogan’s podcast — Harris expressing regret she didn’t go on, Newsom saying he’s “moving on", and Steven A Smith is not impressed with Newsom at all (is that because he is running against him in a primary?) And as ...
Episode 046 – One Year In: NBA Scandal, NYC Politics, and the White House Ballroom It’s the one-year anniversary of The Cigar Politico! Clint and Kyle light up to celebrate a full year of cigars, politics, and unfiltered conversation. The guys dive into the week’s biggest stories — starting with the NBA gambling scandal shaking up the league and what it says about the modern sports economy. Then, they turn to the heated NYC mayoral race that’s drawing national attention before breaking down B...
Episode 45 – Vegas Tourism, No Kings Rallies, and Town Hall Gold In this episode of The Cigar Politico, Clint’s back from Las Vegas with a first-hand look at whether the tourism boom post-Covid is cooling off. Meanwhile, Kyle recounts passing not one but two “No Kings” rallies—each drawing different crowds and vibes. The guys dive into the NewsNation town hall featuring Stephen A. Smith and Senator John Fetterman—whose takes are pretty solid and spark serious discussion. From there, they brea...
Episode 044: Trump's Historic Peace Deal, Texas Senate Shakeup, & FAFSA/Senior Students Talk In this episode, Clint & Kyle light up some favorite cigars and dive into the week's topics - the most notable being President Trump's historic peace deal for Israel and Hamas, what the future may hold, and is there anyone more qualified for next year's Nobel Peace Prize? Then they turn their attention to a new entry into the Republican Senate Primary in Texas where Army Veteran and current Co...
🎙️ Episode 043 — “Bill Maher Roasts Kamala, The GOP is Winning the Shutdown, and Texas Redefines the STAAR Test” In this wide-ranging episode, the guys light up and hit everything from national politics to local education — with plenty of sports banter in between. We kick off with Bill Maher mocking Kamala Harris’ book 107 Days and what it says about the Democrats’ messaging problem. Then we dive into the latest on the government shutdown, why the Republicans seem to be coming out ahead, and ...
Episode 41 – Charlie Kirk & the State of Discourse In this episode of The Cigar Politico, Clint and Kyle light up a Rocky Patel and La Aroma de Cuba to kick things off with current events and a local scandal: Elementary PoopGate. From there, the conversation gets serious as they dive into the story of the week, and possibly the year, Charlie Kirk’s assaassination and the state of public discourse. The pod wraps up taking a look at a constituent survey from a local State Representative - o...
🎙️ Episode 40 – Season 2 Premiere We’re back for Season 2! In this premiere episode, we light up and dive straight into the hot topics of the week: Narco-Terror at Sea – A dramatic military takedown of a narco-terrorist boat and using military action to protect US citizens from foreign drugs.Bill Maher & Trump Agree? – Why Maher says elite universities lack diversity of thought and why Trump’s point might not be far off.Florida Strikes Vaccine Mandates – Governor DeSantis makes moves to e...
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