Pags can't believe "evinced" is actually a real word—and the crew has some fun with the dictionary before turning to a much more serious question: why are candidates like Zohran Mamdani winning elections? Pags asks whether the country is moving toward a more socialist future and what conservatives need to do to respond. Then, Kathy Barnette joins to discuss her book Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain, what it's like being a conservative Black woman in America, why she believes the country is at a crossroads, and how her life story shaped her political views. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marco Rubio sets the record straight on the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump warns any attempt by Iran to impose shipping tolls could be a deal-breaker. Joe Pags also explains why he's not ready to put his trust in NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte just yet. Then, outrage erupts after a New York City defendant receives what Pags calls a shockingly light sentence for setting another person on fire. Plus, former Texas judge and Congressman Ted Poe joins the show to discuss Iran, why he believes Republican Senate leadership has lacked urgency, and what the U.S. should do next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s the latest on Iran? Joe Pags breaks down the fast-moving situation and why Marco Rubio says inspections are non-negotiable if Iran wants any deal. Pags explains why verifying Iran’s nuclear program is common sense and why opponents of inspections are missing the point. Plus, producer Sam is back from an overseas adventure, and the crew has some fun finding out where she went and what she discovered abroad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Police release what they believe are authentic ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie case, and Joe Pags says the chilling details are almost impossible to comprehend. Then, Pags asks why the mainstream media seems determined to turn good news into bad news, arguing that for some outlets it’s still all about “Trump bad.” He also unloads on members of Congress who are defying President Trump, reminding them that they work for the American people, not themselves. Plus, the Motor City Madman himself, Ted Nugent, joins the show to talk America 250, artists backing out of concerts because of politics, and why he believes the celebration of America should rise above partisan divisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The DOJ is launching a massive crackdown on fraud, with more than 400 indictments announced, and Joe Pags breaks down what Todd Blanche and Kash Patel are saying about rooting out corruption and recovering taxpayer dollars. Then, Pags asks whether Americans should really be worried about AI and cyber security threats — and says the answer may be yes. Plus, actress and patriot Janine Turner joins the show to discuss her new series The Pursuit, why she’s dedicated to teaching younger generations about the Constitution, and why understanding America’s founding principles has never been more important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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