Buck Brief - Are U.S. Troops Going to Fight in Iran?

In this episode of A Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky sits down with veteran political journalist Mark Halperin for an in-depth look at the rapidly forming 2028 presidential election landscape. Halperin breaks down the biggest question in Republican politics right now: Is JD Vance truly inevitable—or is the field more open than it seems? He explains why rising support for Marco Rubio, growing donor skepticism, and concerns about Vance’s political positioning could shake up what once looked like a locked nomination. On the Democratic side, Halperin delivers a candid assessment of what he calls a “historically weak” field, analyzing potential contenders like Gavin Newsom, Josh Shapiro, Kamala Harris, and Pete Buttigieg—and why none have fully consolidated support. He also dives into the importance of voter coalitions, party divisions, and why the path to the nomination is far less predictable than past cycles.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savannah Jason, known online as Bold Patriot Babe, joins Buck Sexton to break down the growing tensions with Iran and the big question on everyone’s mind: could US troops be sent into a wider conflict? Buck and Savannah discuss the latest developments, concerns about escalation, and what leaders are saying about the possibility of American ground troops. They also explore how Gen Z conservatives are reacting to foreign policy decisions and what younger Americans want when it comes to avoiding “forever wars.” Never miss a moment from Buck by subscribing to the Buck Sexton Show Podcast on IHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts!    Connect with Buck Sexton:Facebook –   / bucksexton  X –  @bucksexton  Instagram –   @bucksexton TikTok - @BuckSexton                                                                                   YouTube - @BuckSexton   Website – https://www.bucksexton.com/Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Tudor Dixon Podcast, Tudor tackles the rising threat of terrorism on U.S. soil following multiple recent attacks. Joined by Rafael Mangual of the Manhattan Institute, Tudor examines what’s driving these incidents—from radicalization to policy failures—and why major cities like New York remain prime targets. They break down the attempted attack in New York City, a shocking incident in Michigan, and the broader implications for national security. The conversation also dives into controversial topics like policing strategies, counterterrorism units, immigration vetting, and whether current leadership is doing enough to protect Americans. As concerns grow over soft targets like schools and places of worship, Tudor and Mangual discuss what can realistically be done to prevent future attacks—and why preparedness may be the key to saving lives.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Kent just resigned as America's top counterterrorism director — and two Special Forces veterans are saying what Washington won't. Former Green Beret and author Clay Martin joins David Rutherford (Navy SEAL, CIA officer) for an unfiltered operator-to-operator breakdown of the resignation that's shaking the national security world.  Timestamps: 00:00 - Preview 00:56 - First Reaction To Joe Kent Resignation 02:46 - What Makes a Green Beret's Intelligence Different 07:44 - Joe Kent's Insane Career & What It Took 14:46 - Clay On What Actually Happened In Iraq 18:11 - Did Iran Actually Target Americans?  20:43 - The SMU Tier and What Kent's Clearance Level Actually Means 26:11 - Why Trump Wanted Kent in That Role (and What It Says About Tulsi) 27:32 - Does Joe Kent Understand Iran?  30:45 - What Advice Would You Give To Joe Now?  35:45 - When Wars Are Justified & The Logic of Who We Fight 38:59 - Clay's Advice To The Trump Admin Now 40:55 - Final Word: Joe Kent Did Not "Quit On The Starting Line" Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence isn’t just a technological breakthrough—it’s a global power struggle shaping the future of jobs, politics, and national security. In this episode, Wynton Hall joins the show to discuss his new book Code Red: The Left, The Right, China, and the Race to Control AI, breaking down why AI is no longer just a tool—but a form of political and economic power. From the rapid rise of ChatGPT and transformer technology to the growing concerns over bias in large language models, Hall explains how AI is already embedded in everyday life—even when most Americans don’t realize it. He also outlines the biggest risks ahead, including job displacement, misinformation, AI “hallucinations,” and the erosion of critical thinking. The conversation dives deep into the geopolitical stakes, exploring why the U.S.-China AI race could rival the nuclear arms race—and how technologies like recursive self-improvement could reshape military dominance. Plus, a closer look at data privacy, surveillance concerns, and how governments and tech companies may influence what information users see. Key topics include: The hidden political bias inside AI systems AI’s impact on jobs, education, and society The growing threat of deepfakes and misinformation China’s AI ambitions vs. U.S. innovation Data privacy, surveillance, and security risks Why AI could redefine the global balance of power As AI continues to accelerate, this episode offers a critical look at what’s coming next—and what it means for individuals, families, and the future of freedom.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Great Dana White One-on-One: Trump, Boxing, Ali vs. Tyson, UFC, Health Transformations & the Best Rocky Movie Ever In one of the most energetic and wide‑ranging episodes of Verdict with Ted Cruz to date, Senator Ted Cruz and co‑host Ben Ferguson sit down with one of the most influential figures in global sports and entertainment: Dana White, CEO of the UFC and longtime friend of President Donald Trump. What starts as a friendly ribbing of Senator Cruz’s New Year’s resolution quickly evolves into a deep and candid conversation about health, discipline, entrepreneurship, combat sports, politics, free speech, and legacy. This episode has everything — from cold plunges and keto, to mob threats in Boston, to John McCain’s early war on the UFC, to Trump, Rogan, Ali, Tyson, John Jones, and even a surprisingly spirited debate over the best Rocky movie ever made. Below is a full, SEO‑friendly breakdown of every major moment. Dana White’s Health Transformation & Why He Says Senator Cruz Can Do It Too The episode opens with Ben holding Senator Cruz accountable for his New Year’s resolution: dropping 30 pounds and getting shredded. Enter Dana White — who has undergone a major health makeover of his own and isn’t shy about pushing Cruz to join him. His formula is simple: Keto diet Intermittent fasting A modest, consistent workout routine Cold plunges — every single morning Supplement protocol guided by biologist Gary Brecka   According to White, these practices: Reduce inflammation Sharpen mental clarity Dramatically increase energy Eliminate brain fog Improve sleep and overall health   White insists intermittent fasting is a game‑changer: “Eating less actually gives you more energy,” he says, explaining how he regularly fasts until dinner and even completes 72‑hour water fasts several times a year. Senator Cruz admits the cold plunge may require some convincing, but White makes him a promise: get started on the program, and the results will become addictive. How Gary Brecka Helped Transform Dana White’s Life Dana credits biologist Gary Brecka with identifying underlying health conditions through blood and genetic tests. Brecka helped him: Drop medications he’d taken for decades Eliminate sleep apnea Stop snoring Replace prescriptions with targeted supplements   In just three weeks, White says he felt like a different person — sharper, stronger, healthier, and more energized than he had in decades. Senator Cruz, who has done 48‑hour fasts before, quickly becomes fascinated with Brecka’s methods. Dana promises to connect him with Brecka’s team for testing and a personalized plan. Dana White’s Wild Origin Story: Boston, Whitey Bulger & Overnight Escape to Vegas Before building a multibillion‑dollar empire, Dana White was a kid from Boston who fell in love with fighting. He worked as a bellman at the Boston Harbor Hotel before deciding he wasn’t meant for that life. He sought out legendary South Boston boxing trainer Peter Welch, offering to work for free in exchange for learning the fight business. But his path took a dramatic turn when associates of mobster Whitey Bulger shook him down for money. When they threatened him with a 24‑hour deadline, White hung up the phone, called Delta Airlines, and fled to Las Vegas the next morning — permanently. That move would change combat sports forever. Buying the UFC for $2 Million — And Turning It Into a Global Powerhouse In one of the greatest business turnarounds in sports history, White recounts how he discovered that the UFC was nearly bankrupt. He immediately contacted brothers Lorenzo and Frank Fertitta and urged them to buy it. What did they get for $2 million? The three letters: U‑F‑C An old wooden octagon Almost no intellectual property A sport banned from mainstream cable   Everything else — DVDs, merchandising, video games — had been stripped and sold off. Even Lionsgate, which owned the rights to UFC’s early fight footage, sold everything back, assuming the company would fail. But Dana had a vision. The UFC’s success strategy included: Running toward regulation instead of from it Creating a new generation of MMA athletes Revolutionary TV partnerships Building The Ultimate Fighter and The Contender Series Global expansion into markets hungry for combat sports   Today, the UFC is worth billions and routinely breaks gate records at Madison Square Garden. Ali vs. Tyson, Boxing’s Decline, & the Greatest MMA Fighter Ever Cruz, a lifelong boxing fan, dives deep into MMA and boxing history with White. Muhammad Ali vs. Mike Tyson — Who Wins? Dana refuses to pick: “As a fan of both guys, I have no idea — but it would be a great one.” Ali brought charisma and psychological warfare to his era. Tyson brought speed and raw destructive power. Cruz recalls the Tyson era vividly — knockouts so fast you blinked and missed them. The Greatest MMA Fighter Of All Time? Dana’s answer is immediate: Jon Jones. Why? Because MMA fighters face the best again and again — there’s no padding records. Jones's dominance against elite competition sets him apart. The Power of UFC Athletes & Why NFL Stars Could Have Been MMA Monsters Dana reveals that many MMA fighters come from college backgrounds and are nothing like the stereotypes boxing once had. He imagines what would’ve happened if generational athletes like Shaquille O’Neal or Michael Jordan had trained MMA from childhood. The potential, he says, would have been “unbelievable.” Dana White on Donald Trump: Loyalty, Friendship & Standing Up When No One Else Would White’s relationship with President Donald Trump goes back decades — to when Trump hosted UFC events at the Taj Mahal when no one else would touch the sport. White describes Trump as: A loyal friend A genuine fight fan A man whose public image is wildly different from reality   When Trump asked Dana to speak at the Republican National Convention, nearly everyone told him not to do it. Dana didn’t hesitate. Not out of politics — out of loyalty. And despite media narratives, White says he has never received negative backlash from regular Americans for supporting Trump. “Everything they say about this guy is a lie… He’s actually a good man who loves this country.” Cruz agrees, calling Trump “amazingly charming” and incredibly resilient — comparing him to Rocky Balboa in his ability to take endless hits and keep moving forward. Hiring Joe Rogan & the Birth of the Modern Fight Commentary Era Dana explains that the smartest early move he ever made was hiring Joe Rogan to explain the ground game to fans in real time. His commentary helped transform MMA from a niche spectacle into a worldwide sport understood by millions. Rogan later invited Dana on his then-new “podcast,” prompting Dana to famously ask: “What the hell is a podcast?” They both laugh recalling those early days. Dana also dives into Rogan’s political journey — from Bernie supporter to critic of the far-left — arguing that common sense is pulling many liberals back toward the center-right. The Best Rocky Movie Ever — The Debate Gets Heated In a lighter moment, the trio debates the most important sports‑cinema question of all time: What’s the best Rocky movie? Dana White: Rocky III Trump (as relayed by Dana): Rocky I Ted Cruz: Rocky II (“because I like winning”) It’s a passionate, hilarious exchange — with shout‑outs to Clubber Lang, Drago, and the iconic line: “If he dies, he dies.” A UFC Fight at the White House? Yes. Really. One of the episode’s final revelations is massive: Dana White confirms the UFC will host a historic live event on the White House South Lawn for America’s 250th birthday. Senator Cruz immediately stakes his claim for tickets — joining what Dana says is an already enormous list. Final Thoughts This episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz delivers everything fans love: humor, hard truths, raw honesty, personal stories, political insights, and behind‑the‑scenes access to one of the biggest personalities in sports and entertainment. Dana White’s candid discussion of health, business, politics, and culture makes this one of the most compelling interviews the podcast has ever produced. 👉 Listen and Subscribe to Verdict with Ted Cruz If you haven’t already, hit Subscribe, leave a five‑star review, and share this episode with a friend. You can find Verdict with Ted Cruz podcast on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday—don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran Optimism  Clay and Buck argue that Democrats are struggling to oppose a mission widely seen as successful, particularly as oil markets stabilize and fears of global escalation fade. They also address speculation within a small subset of Trump supporters suggesting foreign influence over U.S. strategy, strongly rejecting the idea that Trump acts under pressure from any other nation. Buck shares insider perspective from his CIA Counterterrorism Center background, responding to the resignation of Joe Kent from the National Counterterrorism Center and offering blunt criticism of NCTC’s role within the intelligence community. The hosts emphasize Trump’s independence and his decades-long public record advocating a tougher stance toward the Iranian regime. Midway through the hour, the discussion turns to Cuba, where a nationwide blackout has plunged the island into darkness following the U.S. cutoff of Venezuelan oil shipments. Clay and Buck highlight how Cuba’s collapse, combined with Venezuela’s political shift and Iran’s military devastation, represents a historic weakening of three long-standing U.S. adversaries—an alignment the hosts compare to the geopolitical shift following the fall of the Berlin Wall. They also speculate on the enormous economic potential of a post-Communist Cuba, from tourism to restored American property claims. Saint Patrick's Day Clay and Buck celebrate St. Patrick’s Day while diving into major global stories unfolding in real time. The hour opens with a lively debate about parades, bagpipes, Irish heritage, and the quirks of genealogy—including a humorous exchange about green eyes, red hair, and whether those traits are uniquely Celtic. From ancestry talk to the Irish president’s St. Patrick’s Day message promoting globalism and mass migration, the hosts critique Ireland’s political direction and draw parallels to broader Western demographic decline, using Ireland’s dropping fertility rate as an example of why European governments have turned to large‑scale immigration. Iran Prosperity Project An interview featuring Shervin Pishevar, advisor to the Iran Prosperity Project, who outlines what he calls a “historic moment” inside Iran as citizens cheer U.S. drone strikes targeting the Basij militia. He describes Iranians celebrating the “precision liberation campaign,” blasting drone sounds from speakers to intimidate regime forces and secretly reporting Basij locations to help accelerate the fall of the Islamic Republic. Pishevar frames the ongoing conflict as the world’s first AI‑powered war, warning that if rogue states like Iran, Russia, or China gain access to similar autonomous drone or biotechnological capabilities, global security could be endangered. The discussion turns toward the Iranian people’s desire for democracy, the economic devastation inflicted by 47 years of theocratic rule, and the Iran Prosperity Project’s detailed 100‑day plan for a national referendum once the regime collapses. Pishevar argues that a free Iran could unlock more than a trillion dollars in trade with the United States and spark an economic boom comparable to Europe after World War II. He also emphasizes the critical role of Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and the Iranian diaspora who view this moment as a turning point after decades of oppression. Clay and Buck press Pishevar on regional dynamics—including how the rapid modernization of Gulf nations like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE stands in sharp contrast to Iran’s economic decay—and on what percentage of Iranians support regime overthrow. Pishevar asserts that the vast majority oppose the government and view the Trump‑led military campaign as liberation rather than intervention. He praises the killing of figures like Larijani and other top operatives of the IRGC, calling it a decisive blow against what he describes as a “mafia state.” Meet the Other Clay Shifting back to U.S. politics, Clay and Buck welcome Lieutenant Colonel Clay Fuller, Republican nominee for Georgia’s 14th congressional district—the seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene. Fuller discusses the April 7th special election, warns of Democrats attempting to quietly slip into power during low‑turnout contests, and stresses the urgency of voter mobilization in a district central to the national battle for control of Congress. He outlines his strong support for President Trump’s Iran strategy, his belief in deterring Iran’s military capabilities, and the importance of Georgia’s upcoming primary and general elections, where Senate and gubernatorial races will also dominate national attention. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 1 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show, Clay and Buck deliver an in‑depth, fast-moving breakdown of major international developments, focusing primarily on the rapidly shifting situations in Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela. The hour opens with breaking news out of Iran, where overnight U.S. strikes—ordered by President Donald Trump—reportedly eliminated several leading Iranian military and paramilitary figures, including the head of the Basij militia. Clay highlights how even outlets that typically oppose Trump, such as Al Jazeera, are publishing unusually balanced analyses of the conflict, in contrast to what the hosts describe as the U.S. media’s superficial coverage. The conversation explores Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons, decades of hostility dating to 1979, and Trump’s long-standing belief that the U.S. should target strategic locations like Kharg Island, the main export hub for Iranian oil. The hosts also analyze political fallout at home, discussing former President Bill Clinton’s reported private call to Trump praising his Iran strategy. Clay and Buck argue that Democrats are struggling to oppose a mission widely seen as successful, particularly as oil markets stabilize and fears of global escalation fade. They also address speculation within a small subset of Trump supporters suggesting foreign influence over U.S. strategy, strongly rejecting the idea that Trump acts under pressure from any other nation. Buck shares insider perspective from his CIA Counterterrorism Center background, responding to the resignation of Joe Kent from the National Counterterrorism Center and offering blunt criticism of NCTC’s role within the intelligence community. The hosts emphasize Trump’s independence and his decades-long public record advocating a tougher stance toward the Iranian regime. Midway through the hour, the discussion turns to Cuba, where a nationwide blackout has plunged the island into darkness following the U.S. cutoff of Venezuelan oil shipments. Clay and Buck highlight how Cuba’s collapse, combined with Venezuela’s political shift and Iran’s military devastation, represents a historic weakening of three long-standing U.S. adversaries—an alignment the hosts compare to the geopolitical shift following the fall of the Berlin Wall. They also speculate on the enormous economic potential of a post-Communist Cuba, from tourism to restored American property claims. The hosts weave in lighter moments discussing St. Patrick’s Day, Trump’s meeting with Ireland’s prime minister, Buck’s travel stories, Tommy Lee Jones in The Fugitive, and even the possibility of Trump throwing the first pitch at the U.S.–Venezuela World Baseball Classic game in Miami. They close Hour 1 by analyzing Trump’s comments from the Oval Office, his timeline for drawing down U.S. engagement in Iran, and the absence of support for Iran from supposed allies like Russia and China—calling the Iran‑Russia‑China axis “a WWE‑style alliance that disappears the moment the fight starts.” Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show delivers a free‑wheeling, high‑energy mix of cultural commentary, geopolitical analysis, and sharp humor as Clay and Buck celebrate St. Patrick’s Day while diving into major global stories unfolding in real time. The hour opens with a lively debate about parades, bagpipes, Irish heritage, and the quirks of genealogy—including a humorous exchange about green eyes, red hair, and whether those traits are uniquely Celtic. From ancestry talk to the Irish president’s St. Patrick’s Day message promoting globalism and mass migration, the hosts critique Ireland’s political direction and draw parallels to broader Western demographic decline, using Ireland’s dropping fertility rate as an example of why European governments have turned to large‑scale immigration. The second major pillar of the hour is a deep, detailed, SEO‑rich discussion of Cuba, Venezuela, and the future of the Western Hemisphere. Clay and Buck analyze Cuba’s unprecedented nationwide blackout, arguing that the collapse of the island’s power grid—combined with Venezuela’s political shift and Iran’s military losses—signals a historic weakening of long‑standing U.S. adversaries. They take listeners through the history of Cuba as a colonial powerhouse, referencing Havana’s former status as the “jewel of the New World,” and examine how communism turned a once‑thriving island into what they describe as a “mafia state.” Clay shares his long-time fascination with the Caribbean and outlines why he believes a post‑Communist Cuba could become an economic powerhouse, overflowing with tourism, investment, and restored American property claims. The pair credit President Donald Trump’s foreign policy—particularly the takedown of Venezuela’s Maduro regime—as a catalyst isolating Cuba and accelerating potential change. Buck puts on his former CIA analyst hat to evaluate the likelihood of regime collapse in Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela, assigning probabilities and comparing each nation’s trajectory. He remains skeptical about regime change in Iran, seeing the theocracy as deeply entrenched, but believes Cuba is at a 50‑50 tipping point. Clay argues that with modern communication and widespread access to images of Cuban-Americans thriving in Miami, everyday Cubans are more aware than ever of the gap between their lives and the world outside—a gap he believes is no longer sustainable for the regime. The hosts also explore archival audio of Donald Trump from 1980, demonstrating that Trump advocated a hardline approach toward Iran long before entering politics—undercutting claims that today’s Iran strategy is influenced by foreign interests. They preview upcoming interviews with experts on Iran’s economic future and with congressional candidate Clay Fuller, who is running to fill the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene. Through humor, history, and hard-edged analysis, Hour 2 blends cultural commentary on Ireland, demographic decline, and immigration with major foreign-policy themes—Cuba’s collapse, Iran’s instability, Venezuela’s transformation, and Trump’s decades-long foreign policy worldview—making it a densely packed hour filled with timely geopolitical insight and signature Clay & Buck banter. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show delivers an in‑depth, high‑stakes conversation about the future of Iran, paired with domestic political analysis and the show’s trademark humor. The hour opens with a major interview featuring Shervin Pishevar, advisor to the Iran Prosperity Project, who outlines what he calls a “historic moment” inside Iran as citizens cheer U.S. drone strikes targeting the Basij militia. He describes Iranians celebrating the “precision liberation campaign,” blasting drone sounds from speakers to intimidate regime forces and secretly reporting Basij locations to help accelerate the fall of the Islamic Republic. Pishevar frames the ongoing conflict as the world’s first AI‑powered war, warning that if rogue states like Iran, Russia, or China gain access to similar autonomous drone or biotechnological capabilities, global security could be endangered. The discussion turns toward the Iranian people’s desire for democracy, the economic devastation inflicted by 47 years of theocratic rule, and the Iran Prosperity Project’s detailed 100‑day plan for a national referendum once the regime collapses. Pishevar argues that a free Iran could unlock more than a trillion dollars in trade with the United States and spark an economic boom comparable to Europe after World War II. He also emphasizes the critical role of Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and the Iranian diaspora who view this moment as a turning point after decades of oppression. Clay and Buck press Pishevar on regional dynamics—including how the rapid modernization of Gulf nations like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE stands in sharp contrast to Iran’s economic decay—and on what percentage of Iranians support regime overthrow. Pishevar asserts that the vast majority oppose the government and view the Trump‑led military campaign as liberation rather than intervention. He praises the killing of figures like Larijani and other top operatives of the IRGC, calling it a decisive blow against what he describes as a “mafia state.” Shifting back to U.S. politics, the hosts welcome Lieutenant Colonel Clay Fuller, Republican nominee for Georgia’s 14th congressional district—the seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene. Fuller discusses the April 7th special election, warns of Democrats attempting to quietly slip into power during low‑turnout contests, and stresses the urgency of voter mobilization in a district central to the national battle for control of Congress. He outlines his strong support for President Trump’s Iran strategy, his belief in deterring Iran’s military capabilities, and the importance of Georgia’s upcoming primary and general elections, where Senate and gubernatorial races will also dominate national attention. Hour 3 also features one of the show’s most memorable comedic segments of the day: listener reactions to Clay mistaking the voice of Ireland’s president for a man, followed by a viral on‑air Mrs. Doubtfire mash‑up comparing the two voices. Clay and Buck lean into the humor, reading talkbacks from listeners in Idaho, Montana, and Florida who joke about accents, Guinness tours, and St. Patrick’s Day stereotypes. The hosts also play archival audio from the 1980s showing President Donald Trump advocating aggressive action against Iran decades before entering politics—reinforcing the show’s argument that Trump’s Iran policy stems from long-held views, not foreign influence. The hour closes with rapid-fire political commentary, reflections on Trump’s consistency over the decades, and a preview of the next day’s show. Overall, Hour 3 blends geopolitical analysis, national security insights, Georgia election coverage, historical context, audience engagement, and comedic banter—making it a jam-packed and SEO-rich segment centered on Iran regime change, AI warfare, U.S. foreign policy, and critical 2026 elections. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8   For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/   Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton:  X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.