How Trump Beat the Media & Academia

Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook on this explosive episode of the Ruthless Variety Program for sharp, hilarious conservative insights into politics gone wild! From the left's freakout over Stephen Colbert's cancellation (hello, Adam Schiff and Hakeem Jeffries!) to Hunter Biden's unhinged rants blasting George Clooney, Pod Save America, and Jake Tapper, we break it all down with zero filter. Hear exclusive audio from Hunter's meltdown, our take on the WNBA's pay equity demands amid Caitlin Clark's stardom, and a powerhouse interview with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Trump's wins: crushing inflation, securing the border, and exposing Obama-era hoaxes. Plus, laugh-out-loud stories like drunk swim meet parents and our fan-favorite game "Hard Pivot." Perfect for your commute or workout—subscribe now and own the libs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🎙️ Just like Smug said on X, today is going to be an insane day. And we start strong with a beef between Smug and JD Vance online that spilled into a PA rally.  ⚡️ NPR apparently needs to be around or people will die? Somehow, this feels familiar to other Democrat arguments. Also, how to get a book deal for your poetry and we should be afraid of the gay Chinese robots.  🇺🇸 #1 best-selling author, Salena Zito, discusses her book and being next to Trump in Butler, PA. It’s a gripping account, plus Selena makes some news on the Progrum.  😘 Don’t get caught on the kiss cam with your mistress… especially at a Coldplay concert, and the ESPYs were amazing.  00:00 - Smug Gets Into a Twitter Fight with JD Vance 10:00 - The Gay Chinese Robot and Genderfluid Poet  21:00 - Rescission Package and NPR/PBS Funding Cuts  32:45 - Audience Questions and Show Updates  39:25 - Salena Zito and Her Book: Butler 01:00:45 - Hollywood Henneberg Joins - Caught at the Coldplay Concert and Shane Gillis Is Rolling Our Sponsors: ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our first episode since the Fox News announcement, we help newcomers learn what to expect from the Progrum—specifically, our great ability to mock the left. ️ MLB gets journo blowback at their All-Star press conference, NBC runs cover for Biden’s auto-pen and Trump looks right at home with the FIFA trophy. ️ Polling looks good for Mamdami and Cuomo just can’t seem to get it right with a terrible roll-out of his mayoral run. Plus, a man fights a bull in the street - but it doesn’t look like the bull knew it was a fight.  King of the Hill this week with Smokin’ Joe Walsh taking on our current champion, Matthew ‘Male-Pattern’ Dowd.  Chapter Markers 00:00 - The Progrum Reacts to our New Fox Partnership 03:00 - Mocking Democrats and Media Bias 08:30 - MLB All-Star Game Controversy 14:51 - Fake News and Media Conflation 19:33 - NBC Runs Cover for Biden’s Auto Pen 27:51 - Ruthless Variety Guest Roundup 39:45 - Cuomo is Back and Mamdani is Leading the Pack 55:45 - King of the Hill: Matthew Male-Pattern Dowd vs. Smokin' Joe Walsh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a HUGE day on the Ruthless Variety Progrum. We are now part of the Fox News family! Thank you to all the fans who did the work to help us become one of the biggest podcasts in the business.  ️ What you can expect from our big news, is that nothing on the progrum will be any different. Who we are off the mic is the same as who we are on the mic.  Like, subscribe, watch us on YouTube or listen on any platform. New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday! Stay RUTHLESS.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a HUGE day on the Ruthless Variety Progrum. We are now part of the Fox News family!   Thank you to all the fans who did the work to help us become one of the biggest podcasts in the business.    ️ What you can expect from our big news, is that nothing on the progrum will be any different. Who we are off the mic is the same as who we are on the mic.   Like, subscribe, watch us on YouTube or listen on any platform. New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!   Stay RUTHLESS. 

The controversial auto-pen signatures from the Biden administration's final days are finally getting examined. The fellas discuss how these decisions, particularly the pardons for figures like Anthony Fauci, Biden Family members, and Jerry Lundergan, were reportedly made without Biden's direct involvement, despite his team's insistence otherwise. But Hunter got a handwritten one.    The deep state left a note. So this is your friendly reminder that the State Department fired employees want you to do your best to ‘resist fascism.’    A really wild read from the New York Times by Obama speech writer David Litt sheds light on how the democrats look down on MAGA, and the fellas just can’t get enough of this OpEd.    ️ Trump approaches foreign policy unlike any other President and it’s paying off, just like The Progrum knew it would. PLUS, golf commemorations and Duncan is desperate to gamble on kids playing UNO.    00:00 - It’s A Good Week to Be Donald Trump 02:18 - State Department Parting Messages 05:00 - Biden’s Auto-Pen Problem 10:00 - True Confessions of Snubbing Your Right-Wing Relatives 17:30 - More Left-Wing Violence 22:00 - Trump's Ukraine Gambit Pays Off 25:00 - Golf Course Marks History and Why We Need to Gamble on UNO   Our Sponsors: ➢Want to make a difference in your community? Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Crack down on the middlemen and help lower drug prices, go to http://balancethescales.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a truly bizarre Washington Post article, penned by a literal clown… Excuse us, a Clown. As we learn the grammatical rules of using Clown in a sentence, Subway Takes spiked their interview with Kamala because it was embarrassing. Release the tapes!   Plus, Hakeem’s bad photoshop is not a first-time problem.    ️ Then, anti-ICE violence is springing up around the country and yet, no one is wondering how we got here. From the shooting last year, the fire-bombing of Gov. Shapiro, to the LA riots and more — we get to the permission structure the left built for its violent tendencies.    If you have a round of golf planned, please take this opportunity to make sure you don’t pick a fight with the wrong former NHL player in our favorite video of the week.    And American Beverage President and CEO, Kevin Keane on the growth of MAHA and their efforts at transparency. For more info visit https://goodtoknowfacts.org/   00:00 - Democrats and the "Hamas Caucus" 02:30 - The Infamous Clown Article 11:00 - MORE Hakeem Jeffries' Photoshopped Pics 15:30 - Kamala Harris's Shelved Podcast Interview 22:30 - The Violence Against ICE 36:00 - The Democratic Party's Silence and Captivity to Radical Elements 48:30 - A Very Polite Golf Fight 59:59 - Kevin Keane on MAHA and The Beverage Industry Efforts   Our Sponsors: ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit https://www.chevron.com/America to learn more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justice might finally be coming for the Deep State, specifically to John Brennan and James Comey. The fellas discuss why Brennan and Comey are so different and who is worse for democracy.    Then, never-before-revealed details from inside the Senate about what was really happening through Russiagate from the people in the middle of it.    ️ Our lightning round with Biden’s doctor pleading the 5th, Trump taking what he wants (even from his own cabinet) and then King of the Hill with Cheri Jacobus and Matthew Dowd.    And Alex Bruesewitz discusses how MAGA went global and reveals how new media is paving the way for strong leadership around the world.    Our Sponsors:  ➢Put America first by ending lawsuit abuse. Go to https://moreaffordableusa.com/ to learn more. ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What would an Elon Musk-backed third party do for American politics? The fellas look at which party benefits and if the formation of an "America" party would pave a clear path for Democratic victories. They also cover if Musk misunderstands US politics, or if he promised more with DOGE than he (or any one man) could deliver.   Smug wants an influencer-based Epstein inquisition impaneled with some broad powers.   Great coverage of the “kill the gringo” protests and if Smug would escape them in Mexico City, plus Hakeem Jeffries humiliating photoshop fail. PLUS Josh Dawsey On His New Book: https://www.amazon.com/2024-Trump-Retook-Democrats-America/dp/0593832531    Our Sponsors: ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Put America first by ending lawsuit abuse. Go to https://moreaffordableusa.com/ to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This special 4th of July Progrum features the fellas reminiscing about their favorite American moments and traditions. They share personal anecdotes and iconic historical clips, from the Wright Brothers' first flight to the Miracle on Ice, discussing moments that embody American ingenuity, resilience, and patriotism.    Join the fellas as they count down the greatest moments on film, and watch their analysis of unforgettable scenes, like Trump’s assassination attempt.    PLUS your comments and a fond farewell to the beloved Spaghetts. Good luck, Nick!   00:00 - Happy 4th of July & Patriotic Beginnings 08:00 - Iconic American Moments: NASCAR & Creed 12:15 - The Great "First in Flight" Debate 18:15 - Defining Moments: Miracle on Ice & Bin Laden 29:57 - Trump's "Fight, Fight, Fight" & American Resilience 36:00 - Iwo Jima, Moon Landing 45:30 - Your Comments from YouTube 54:30 - A Fond Farewell to Spaghetts   Our Sponsors: -Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to https://protectprosperity.com/ -Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices