Ruthless Podcast
A variety progrum. Smug, Holmes, Duncan, and Ashbrook bring next generation conservative talk to the next level with RUTHLESS. There is no shelter for anyone as the fellas provide a lighter analysis of the news (and fake news) of the day.
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July 18, 2025 ā¢ 78 mins
šļø 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.Ā
ā”ļø 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.Ā
šŗšø #1 best-selling author, Salena Zito, discusses her...
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July 17, 2025 ā¢ 67 mins
Ā In our first episode since the Fox News announcement, we help newcomers learn what to expect from the Progrumāspecifically, our great ability to mock the left.Ā ļø
MLB gets journo blowback at their All-Star press conference, NBC runs cover for Bidenās auto-pen and Trump looks right at home with the FIFA trophy.Ā ļø
Polling looks good for Mamdami and Cuomo just canāt seem to get it right with a terrible roll-out of his mayoral run....
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July 16, 2025 ā¢ 10 mins
Ā Itās a HUGE day on the Ruthless Variety Progrum.Ā We are now part of the Fox News family!Ā Thank you to all the fans who did the work to help us become one of the biggest podcasts in the business.Ā Ā ļø 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.Ā Ā Like, subscribe, watch us on YouTube or listen on any platform.Ā New episodes ever...
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July 15, 2025 ā¢ 76 mins
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.Ā Ā The deep state left a note. So this is your f...
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July 11, 2025 ā¢ 77 mins
In a truly bizarre Washington Post article, penned by a literal clownā¦ 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! Ā Plus, Hakeemās bad photoshop is not a first-time problem.Ā Ā ļø Then, anti-ICE violence is springing up around the country and yet, no one is wondering how we got here. From the s...
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July 10, 2025 ā¢ 96 mins
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.Ā Ā Then, never-before-revealed details from inside the Senate about what was really happening through Russiagate from the people in the middle of it.Ā Ā ļø Our lightning round with Bidenās doctor pleading the 5th, Trump taking what he wants (e...
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July 8, 2025 ā¢ 102 mins
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. Ā Smug wants an influencer-based Epstein inquisition impaneled with some broad powers. Ā Great cov...
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July 4, 2025 ā¢ 60 mins
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.Ā Ā Join the fellas as they count down the greatest moments on film, and watch their analysis of unforgettable sce...
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July 3, 2025 ā¢ 84 mins
šļø The fellas bask in the $16M glory that is the latest Trump legal victory. Who else would build their empire like this?Ā
š Then, UPenn caves to the will of Donald Trump and Linda McMahon takes a well-earned victory lap. Holmes gives credit to Riley Gaines, who took an unpopular position when this all started, to her credit.Ā
ā”ļø The lightning round features Alligator Alcatraz, or Gator GITMO, Democratic meltdown around the Big...
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July 1, 2025 ā¢ 87 mins
šļøJosh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook unpack a historic week: President Trumpās surgical strike on Iranās nuclear facilities, executed with zero U.S. casualties, crippled Iranās capabilities while their weak retaliation fizzled, showcasing America First precision. NATO allies, inspired by Trumpās leadership, now pledge 5% GDP to defense, with Germany set to become Europeās largest military power, buyin...
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June 26, 2025 ā¢ 75 mins
šļø Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook break down a seismic week in politics! President Trumpās precision strike on Iranās nuclear facilities delivers a masterclass in America First foreign policyāno U.S. casualties, Iranās weak response fizzles, and NATO allies now pledge 5% GDP to defense, bowing to Trumpās leadership. šŖ
Democrats, meanwhile, spiral into chaos, embracing a socialist nominee in NYC,...
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June 24, 2025 ā¢ 82 mins
šļø Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook as they analyze President Trumpās surgical strike on Iranās nuclear facilities, a bold move to neutralize a decades-long threat from the worldās top state sponsor of terrorism. šŗšø
With no American casualties and Iranās weak response, Trumpās team, including Marco Rubio and JD Vance, dunk on critics like Margaret Brennan. šŖ
Plus, the LA sheriffās departme...
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June 19, 2025 ā¢ 64 mins
šļø Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook tackle the Iran question: should Trump strike or seek peace? They explore the 50 years of contextāIranās 1979 Islamic Revolution, the 444-day hostage crisis, Hezbollahās 1983 Beirut bombing (241 US service members killed), and Qassem Soleimaniās IED attacks in Iraq. š®š· Guest Brian Hook, former Assistant Secretary of State, breaks down Israelās surgical strikes on Iranās prox...
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June 17, 2025 ā¢ 68 mins
šļøJoin Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook as they jump into the chaotic "No Kings" protests, exposing Randi Weingarten and a $2.1B dark money machine behind the anti-Trump frenzy. The team roasts theater-kid protesters in cat costumes and a Boomer bashing a Trump voodoo doll!š Ray Starling from the North Carolina Chamber joins to discuss a tax provision threatening tobacco farmers, and we unpack a wild Italian cr...
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June 12, 2025 ā¢ 76 mins
šļø Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, John Ashbrook, and Speaker Mike Johnson as they unpack the LA riots, a Big Beautiful Bill, bold border security, tax cuts, and $1.6T in spending cuts! šŗšø Speaker Johnson also reveals how Republicans are delivering on Trumpās 2024 mandate despite a razor-thin majority.
The fellas are breaking down the chaos of LA, Seattle, Atlanta, and Chicago riots, roasting Katy Perryās ab...
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June 10, 2025 ā¢ 94 mins
šļø Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook discuss the chaos of LAās latest riotsāthink burning Waymo cars, Mexican flags, and bricks flying off overpasses. šš„The left calls it āpeaceful protest,ā but the split-screen carnage tells a different story. The fellas unpack the mediaās absurd spin, from CNNās āfiery but mostly peacefulā to professors warning against stopping the madness.
Plus, Maxine Watersā ...
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June 5, 2025 ā¢ 124 mins
It's a fight in DC; enter the fiery debate over the "Big Beautiful Bill." šø The fellas break down the tax cuts, Medicaid reforms, and border security measures, exposing the leftās CBO-fueled lies that keeping your taxes low is ādeficit spending.ā š¤”
Elon Muskās surprising flip on the bill sparks heated discussionāhero or misunderstanding the process? š¤
Plus, exclusive interviews with Senator Joni Ernst, dishing on Senate drama ...
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June 3, 2025 ā¢ 77 mins
šļø Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook analyze the media coverage following the shocking Boulder, Colorado terror attack, where an illegal immigrant threw Molotov cocktails at Jews advocating for hostages held by hamas. The suspect was chanting "Free Palestine." The fellas expose the mediaās shameful cover-up by omission, from CNNās āpeacefulā protest quotes to CBSās vague āattack burns several.ā They ...
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May 29, 2025 ā¢ 106 mins
šļø Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook as they unpack the Democrats' epic struggle to connect with American men. From luxury hotel PowerPoint pitches to a $20M plan to "speak to dudes," the Dems are lost in translation! š Plus, Politicoās bizarre "shadow cabinet" picks, including an illegal immigrant for Homeland Security? š¤Æ Weāve got laughs, hot takes, and a spicy game of King of the Hill with ...
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May 27, 2025 ā¢ 65 mins
šļø Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook offer insider analysis of Trump's tax cut package. The bill includes no tax on tips or overtime and prevents a massive tax hike! š° Speaker Johnson's leadership shines despite media doubts, and now it's the Senate's turn to seal the deal. When will Trump sign this big, beautiful bill?
The fellas break down the week's biggest wins with Senator Shelley Moore Capito...
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