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“So what are they contributing? What has Tucker Carlson done to improve your life? is he giving you some kind of information that's interesting or even useful is he going into court and want a case that's important for the american people i mean what has he done he's been in media his entire life that's it what has megan kelly done Nothing. What has Bannon done? He goes into Breitbart. He almost destroys it. He didn't create that. Breitbart created it. Good guy, friend of mine, dies of a sudden …”“So what are they contributing? What has Tucker Carlson done to improve your life? is he giving you some kind of information that's interesting or even useful is he going into court and want a case that's important for the american people i mean what has he done he's been in media his entire life that's it what has megan kelly done Nothing. What has Bannon done? He goes into Breitbart. He almost destroys it. He didn't create that. Breitbart created it. Good guy, friend of mine, dies of a sudden heart attack. All of a sudden, Bannon shows up from Hollywood. Guy's a Hollywood guy. Now he knows everything. Everything. we've got a comedian a guy Dave Smith that nobody's ever heard of before he's platformed by Joe Rogan a former comedian himself they platform each other they talk to each other they back up each other look at this Candace Owens …”View more
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Conservative media figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly are criticized for contributing nothing to the American public, especially during a time of war. The speaker argues that instead of supporting the country and its troops, these figures are more focused on infighting and undermining the movement they claim to represent, leaving the true supporters of the President feeling abandoned.
Mark Levin Podcast·3/30/26 - Stay the Course: Winning the War Against Iran·Mar 31, 2026
“… the henry rollins told one of the best ever on the oldest not happening um if i get someone to tell something out of who they like if I could get Tucker Carlson to tell a story about following the dead around back when he was a drug addict. That would be interesting to me. Bernie Sanders losing his virginity story. That would be a fun story. Those would be fun. Jason Williams. White trough. Amazing. Fantastic stories. Unbelievable. He's someone to consider. Oh, Josh Homme would be a really good one. He gets into fights. Who is that? Queens of the Stone Age lead singer Oh yeah yeah Yeah him I actually …”“… teller um who i've never gotten any non-comic that you're like every time i hear this guy talk it's fascinating david saderos would be really cool yeah um yeah i'm trying to think if i could get someone to because we've had some non-comics on over the henry rollins told one of the best ever on the oldest not happening um if i get someone to tell something out of who they like if I could get Tucker Carlson to tell a story about following the dead around back when he was a drug addict. That would be interesting to me. Bernie Sanders losing his virginity story. That would be a fun story. Those would be fun. Jason Williams. White trough. Amazing. Fantastic stories. Unbelievable. He's someone to consider. Oh, Josh Homme would be a really good one. He gets into fights. Who is that? Queens of the Stone Age lead singer Oh yeah yeah Yeah him I actually tried to get a few times Really We were not close I guess but like border there on Dolly Parton one year Oh no not Dolly Parton We tried to get her. The chick who died, who had all the plastic surgery, the comedian, she's a comedian, I guess. It was on Rivers. Yeah, it was close. Oh, that would have been awesome. That's the thing. It's like, if you …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the hosts brainstorm dream guests, leading to outrageous suggestions like Bernie Sanders sharing his virginity story. The comedic gold comes from the absurdity of imagining Tucker Carlson recounting his days following the Grateful Dead while battling addiction, leaving listeners in stitches at the thought of such a candid tale.
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“No, we would not, and impugning our troops is disgusting. And the second thing that Tucker said in that clip is that Donald Trump is moving towards using a nuclear weapon in Iran. No he not Tucker That is a complete and utter lie That is false We are not going to nuke Iran It is only deranged That the sort of thing the Ayatollah would say And you've got to ask yourself. Look, some of you may think back to when Tucker was on Fox News, and he actually said a lot of things you and I loved that made a lot of sense. This guy today is just …”“No, we would not, and impugning our troops is disgusting. And the second thing that Tucker said in that clip is that Donald Trump is moving towards using a nuclear weapon in Iran. No he not Tucker That is a complete and utter lie That is false We are not going to nuke Iran It is only deranged That the sort of thing the Ayatollah would say And you've got to ask yourself. Look, some of you may think back to when Tucker was on Fox News, and he actually said a lot of things you and I loved that made a lot of sense. This guy today is just a kook. And even worse than that, he is the most prominent purveyor of Islamist lies about America. and about Donald Trump, Tucker Carlson has gone full out to war with Donald Trump's national security and foreign policy. And it is he and Chris Murphy are now that they are comrades in arms. He and Chris Tucker Carlson and Chris Murphy and Bernie …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claims about Donald Trump potentially using nuclear weapons against Iran are not just false; they paint a disturbing picture of his current stance on U.S. foreign policy. As tensions rise with a new Iranian leader, the narrative pushed by Carlson aligns him with anti-American sentiments shared by prominent leftist figures, posing a significant threat to national security. This segment dives into the implications of such rhetoric and the alarming alliances forming around it.
Verdict with Ted Cruz·Short‑Term Pain Long‑Term Results in Iran, Tucker & the WOKE Right plus No Cash for DHS even after 4 Terror Attacks Week In Review·Mar 14, 2026
“… has grown. And I think it should, thankfully. I mean, I know you're not the perfect man, but you are a man seeking truth. That's how I understand Tucker Carlson. and because of that they tried to they fired you and they tried to eliminate your voice and that voice has only grown the same thing for me i'm a bishop removed from his diocese and my voice has grown i mean i still i'm the the kid from east texas but my voice of doing my best to be faithful to the truth and to be willing. And that's, I think, where both of us can stand together. We've been willing to speak the truth when it wasn't popular, …”“They tried to cancel you. I mean, back in the culture when people speaking truth were getting canceled. And what has happened? Your voice has grown. And I think it should, thankfully. I mean, I know you're not the perfect man, but you are a man seeking truth. That's how I understand Tucker Carlson. and because of that they tried to they fired you and they tried to eliminate your voice and that voice has only grown the same thing for me i'm a bishop removed from his diocese and my voice has grown i mean i still i'm the the kid from east texas but my voice of doing my best to be faithful to the truth and to be willing. And that's, I think, where both of us can stand together. We've been willing to speak the truth when it wasn't popular, when it was sometimes threatening to be further consequences if we stay with that voice of speaking the truth. But I think both of us, in different ways, I can't speak for you, but I can speak for myself, I have to do what I've done. I can't knuckle under and say, okay, just quit speaking the truth. I was told to quit it. Stop it. Quit speaking the …”View more
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Despite attempts to silence him, Bishop Strickland emphasizes the importance of speaking the truth, even when it's unpopular. He reflects on his own journey of being removed from his diocese yet finding his voice stronger than ever, standing alongside others like Tucker Carlson who face similar challenges. Both men highlight the obligation to seek and proclaim truth, regardless of the consequences.
The Tucker Carlson Show·Breaking News: Israel Shuts Down Christ’s Resurrection Site. Bishop Strickland & Tucker Respond.·Mar 30, 2026
“… and you could be fired. If you are really excellent at what you do, whatever that is, then you don't really care. Like, you know, I was talking to Tucker Carlson about it and he said, yeah, when I when he was 29 and had young kids and was new reporter at X, Y and Z station. And he said he would have sucked it up and played by the rules. He couldn't afford being fired. It was too vulnerable for him to get fired. Later on, you get millions of bucks. You get good at what you do. And you go, fuck you. Fire me. I'll just go start my own sub stack. You know what I mean? Or I do or I just too good You need me …”“… do go along and they're very dutiful about it and the long way around this one is that I've sounded gut-felt about is is I think people that are really good at what they do don't care. The middle of the road people care a lot because you're vulnerable and you could be fired. If you are really excellent at what you do, whatever that is, then you don't really care. Like, you know, I was talking to Tucker Carlson about it and he said, yeah, when I when he was 29 and had young kids and was new reporter at X, Y and Z station. And he said he would have sucked it up and played by the rules. He couldn't afford being fired. It was too vulnerable for him to get fired. Later on, you get millions of bucks. You get good at what you do. And you go, fuck you. Fire me. I'll just go start my own sub stack. You know what I mean? Or I do or I just too good You need me You can you can fire me I Lawrence Taylor I do coke all night Bang a hooker I show up Sunday get three sacks Go ahead and fire me They not going to do it So I think everyone lives in the middle, and all the people that live in the middle will obey.”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the host critiques the absurdity of COVID mask mandates, likening them to the ridiculous idea of buckling up in between traffic lights. The comedic exploration of societal compliance reveals a deeper truth about how people often follow rules not out of belief but fear of ostracism, making for a thought-provoking yet laugh-out-loud moment.
Adam Carolla Show·Buck Sexton Exposes the War on Sanity + Rep. Nancy Mace EMBARRASSES Tim Walz·Mar 09, 2026
“… the context to, I don't know, I'm not sure if you caught it, but last year, Richard Werner's sort of press tour, particularly his conversation with Tucker Carlson about what actually drives the real economy and his whole idea that credit creation from banks lending to businesses is the type of sort of monetary expansion you would want to see because it actually gets that money into the real economy versus just Fed QE, which just pumps financial assets specifically. And it seems like the MAGA Trump administration is trying to affect that again via the Treasury, going back to the SLR ratio changes and …”“… Fed, where it's undirected and sucks everything, to the Treasury, where Treasury spending is much, much more directed on areas they want, whether it's defense procurement, whether it's critical minerals, whatever it may be. Interesting taking this in the context to, I don't know, I'm not sure if you caught it, but last year, Richard Werner's sort of press tour, particularly his conversation with Tucker Carlson about what actually drives the real economy and his whole idea that credit creation from banks lending to businesses is the type of sort of monetary expansion you would want to see because it actually gets that money into the real economy versus just Fed QE, which just pumps financial assets specifically. And it seems like the MAGA Trump administration is trying to affect that again via the Treasury, going back to the SLR ratio changes and their focus on resting control of monetary policy from the Fed and creating this sort of unified policy between the Fed and the Treasury. So it seems like we're meandering into new territory”View more
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The current debt maturity wall is unlike anything we've seen before, with U.S. federal debt increasing twelve-fold since 2000. This unprecedented level of debt, combined with historically low interest rates during the COVID era, poses significant refinancing challenges that could impact the economy and financial markets. As policymakers navigate this complex landscape, the implications for asset prices and liquidity could create a storm for the upcoming elections.
TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast·#720 Global Liquidity Has Peaked with Michael Howell·Feb 25, 2026
“… running a long time and he finally got a victory out of it. And then we got a few other things we got to get into. You know, there's a story about Tucker Carlson. Trump kicks Tucker Carlson out of MAGA movement.”“… race ever. And an American beats a Kenyan. By the way, that Kenyan runner going back to Kenya, he needs security because you can't let an American beat you in a marathon. So shout out to Nate Martin, substitute teacher for doing your thing. Been running a long time and he finally got a victory out of it. And then we got a few other things we got to get into. You know, there's a story about Tucker Carlson. Trump kicks Tucker Carlson out of MAGA movement.”View more
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Mochtaba Khamenei, the new Supreme Leader of Iran, inherits a devastating loss with the deaths of his entire immediate family in airstrikes. As he grapples with this tragedy, Iranian women’s soccer players bravely protest against the regime while abroad, highlighting the tension between national pride and oppressive governance. Their stand has sparked international concern for their safety upon returning home.
PBD Podcast·Mojtaba Khamenei: Iran's NEW Supreme Leader + NYC Terror Attack | PBD #755·Mar 09, 2026
“… is what it's kind of sounding like, was leaked. And somehow, because what's the first interview that he did? First interview, first podcast, went to Tucker. We're finding out from the CIA. And mind you, I talked about this earlier in the week. The CIA is not just going to wake up and go, yo, we're going to monitor Tucker. because you guys know that they not supposed to do any operations or any surveillance on American soil No never No Yeah no Why would they do that So that means that you communicating with the foreign nation that we're freaking about to go to war with. They're going to tap your …”“… that this happens. Because if, first of all, put the suicide. Thank him for his service. Awesome as a veteran. God rest his wife's soul. But when it comes to the stuff that we're hearing about leaked, if anything from him was leaked, because this is what it's kind of sounding like, was leaked. And somehow, because what's the first interview that he did? First interview, first podcast, went to Tucker. We're finding out from the CIA. And mind you, I talked about this earlier in the week. The CIA is not just going to wake up and go, yo, we're going to monitor Tucker. because you guys know that they not supposed to do any operations or any surveillance on American soil No never No Yeah no Why would they do that So that means that you communicating with the foreign nation that we're freaking about to go to war with. They're going to tap your phone. So this is starting to look like there were some leaks on the top that trickled down to somebody like Tucker. Tucker was in communication with Iran, and this could look really, really, really bad. I think this is nastier than you guys think. Way worse? What do you think? What do you think? Oh, I think this is going to go all the way to the …”View more
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A shocking allegation suggests that classified information was leaked to Tucker Carlson, potentially implicating high-ranking officials in a serious breach of security. This revelation could lead to significant consequences, as it raises questions about the integrity of communications within the government and its implications for U.S.-Iran relations. The fallout from this situation may reach the highest levels of power, and the story continues to unfold.
PBD Podcast·Trump SLAMS Israel's South Pars Strikes + Iran Executes Wrestler | PBD #763·Mar 20, 2026
“… half since you said, Adam, what's your point? Let's go to the next story. Let's go. Next story is there's a lot of stuff that's going on. Yesterday, Tucker comes out and posts a video out of nowhere, and everybody's like, wait a minute, what is this video about? Rob, if you want to pull it up on X or wherever you have it, You may have it on your own that you've downloaded. Yeah, go for it. He posts, Rob, is this only a buck 56 of it? Yes, it's a shorter clip of it. Is it the beginning of it? Yeah where he talking about the text So here Tucker go for it The CIA is preparing some kind of criminal …”“… hear a lot of the stuff you're saying. I'm in such a good mood today. If you want to hear what my left ear feels like, I'll borrow Jeff over here. I have a tonight as a bullseye. All right, let's go to the next story. It's been a whole hour and a half since you said, Adam, what's your point? Let's go to the next story. Let's go. Next story is there's a lot of stuff that's going on. Yesterday, Tucker comes out and posts a video out of nowhere, and everybody's like, wait a minute, what is this video about? Rob, if you want to pull it up on X or wherever you have it, You may have it on your own that you've downloaded. Yeah, go for it. He posts, Rob, is this only a buck 56 of it? Yes, it's a shorter clip of it. Is it the beginning of it? Yeah where he talking about the text So here Tucker go for it The CIA is preparing some kind of criminal referral against me a crime report to the Department of Justice on the basis of a supposed crime I committed What's that crime? Well, talking to people in Iran before the war. They read my texts. So the crime under consideration apparently would be the Foreign Agent Act or something like that, acting as an agent of a foreign power. And I don't expect …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claims of CIA spying and a criminal referral highlight a concerning trend towards authoritarianism in wartime, threatening media freedom.
Tucker Carlson's claims about CIA spying are largely dismissed as unlikely, with less than a 10% chance of being true unless he was indiscreet with sensitive information.
PBD Podcast·CIA Targets Tucker + Trump's WARNING To NATO | PBD #760·Mar 16, 2026
“… you think they would have worked with Goebbels during World War II, Mr. Producer? Probably right. Yeah why am I even asking that Neither the FBI nor Carlson immediately responded to requests on Thursday Why Tucker What is wrong with this request Did you receive any confidential or classified information from Kent Simple question. You talked about these texts. Now clearly you had texts. I talked about this last night. You had texts with foreign governments, did you? That's okay. For me, my question is, focus in. Like a lawyer, like a prosecutor. Were you texting the regime in Iran in the lead up to …”“… he's a Jew-hating scum they know that he's a Christian-hating scum they know that he's the front for Qatar and Iran and all the rest of it I believe he is anyway certainly a mouthpiece and yet they still work with him They don't work with him. Do you think they would have worked with Goebbels during World War II, Mr. Producer? Probably right. Yeah why am I even asking that Neither the FBI nor Carlson immediately responded to requests on Thursday Why Tucker What is wrong with this request Did you receive any confidential or classified information from Kent Simple question. You talked about these texts. Now clearly you had texts. I talked about this last night. You had texts with foreign governments, did you? That's okay. For me, my question is, focus in. Like a lawyer, like a prosecutor. Were you texting the regime in Iran in the lead up to the war? During the war? Were you? They're an enemy. We've declared that they're the enemy. Were you or were you not texting with the enemy? It's that simple. Was he? He clearly was. I mean, I have to assume he was. He was trying to get out. Look at my texts. They're now at Sephara. They're going to investigate. When you read this article, and …”View more
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The CIA's surveillance of Tucker Carlson is a byproduct of their monitoring of Iranian communications, not a targeted effort against him.
Mark Levin Podcast·The Best Of Mark Levin - 3/21/26·Mar 21, 2026
“… like when you lie, you touch the top of your head. That's an episode of Seinfeld. The higher up on the head that you touch, the bigger the lie. Tucker is also right. You're allowed to talk to Iranians, even at a time of war, and you're allowed to talk to whoever you want. As a private citizen, you are allowed to do that. Now, do journalists get special protections? In some sense, yes, but in a day and age when we all have one of these, the line between citizen and journalist, I would say, is blurred at the very least, right? What did he say? Not wittingly. Not wittingly. That's what it was. …”“… he goes, not grudging. What does he say? Not he says, what does he say? Not grudgingly or begrudgingly or something like that. Not grudgingly. Right. I think that's what he says. Or not intentionally. We'll get we'll get that quote. But the point being, like when you lie, you touch the top of your head. That's an episode of Seinfeld. The higher up on the head that you touch, the bigger the lie. Tucker is also right. You're allowed to talk to Iranians, even at a time of war, and you're allowed to talk to whoever you want. As a private citizen, you are allowed to do that. Now, do journalists get special protections? In some sense, yes, but in a day and age when we all have one of these, the line between citizen and journalist, I would say, is blurred at the very least, right? What did he say? Not wittingly. Not wittingly. That's what it was. Yeah, got it. It was begrudging and not wittingly. Okay. The other part here though, is that what you're not allowed to do is if you are privy to information, that is either classified or held in confidence. You aren't allowed to talk to enemy states and enemy actors. That you are not allowed to do. So I want to read this tweet. This is a guy by the …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claims about CIA spying and a criminal referral are met with skepticism, questioning the authenticity of his narrative and the plausibility of his allegations.
Tucker Carlson's alleged involvement with Iran and subsequent CIA interest may have led to him being used as an unwitting counterintelligence asset, complicating the narrative of media freedom versus government surveillance.
The Rubin Report·The Real Reason Tucker Carlson Is Being Targeted by the CIA·Mar 16, 2026
“… the advisory board. And I said, hey, I feel like I'm a sheep surrounded by wolves and I need a shepherd. Can you help? And a lot of them, I think, Tucker, if I'm being honest, are too scared. Did any, I know two of the three. I know Barron, whom I respect, who's very smart. And I know Dolan, who's just a politician, but very charming, I'll say. Dolan is very charming. Who doesn't like Dolan? Everyone likes Dolan. But so I know two of the three, and they didn't speak up in your defense or in the defense of religious liberty? No. No, Bishop Barron, we were texting a little bit yesterday, and I, …”“… Are you serious? Not one. No. In fact, I reached out to a few of them who are friends of mine, who I felt I could trust. Kelly Shackelford, I reached out to, Cardinal Dolan, Bishop Barron. I reached out to Bishop Cordelioni in San Francisco, who's on the advisory board. And I said, hey, I feel like I'm a sheep surrounded by wolves and I need a shepherd. Can you help? And a lot of them, I think, Tucker, if I'm being honest, are too scared. Did any, I know two of the three. I know Barron, whom I respect, who's very smart. And I know Dolan, who's just a politician, but very charming, I'll say. Dolan is very charming. Who doesn't like Dolan? Everyone likes Dolan. But so I know two of the three, and they didn't speak up in your defense or in the defense of religious liberty? No. No, Bishop Barron, we were texting a little bit yesterday, and I, you know, just, I said I'm going on Tucker. I know you're friends with Tucker. I said, I would love to know, like, do you support the commission removing me from my religious freedom? Or like, where do you stand? You know, and he wrote me back and he was very nice. And, you know, he agreed with my stance that we as Catholics don't have to believe in …”View more
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Eric Metaxas shockingly labeled a fellow advocate for religious freedom as an anti-Semite, despite their shared commitment to protect various faiths. The speaker, feeling isolated, reached out to prominent religious figures for support but found silence instead. This highlights a troubling shift towards identity politics within religious communities, undermining the very principles of unity and freedom they claim to uphold.
The Tucker Carlson Show·Are Christians Required to Pledge Loyalty to Bibi Netanyahu? Carrie Prejean Boller & Tucker Respond.·Mar 13, 2026
“… of oil trading around $100 a barrel over concerns about this conflict. And the most stunning thing that happened over the weekend was our friend Tucker Carlson came out and said, And he's being threatened with a criminal prosecution over his opposition to the US's military operation in Iran. It's incredible. Okay, all that plus the whole world has not stopped just because of the Iran conflict. Last night the Oscars took place in Hollyweird and it is indeed just as weird and woke as ever I mean they never disappoint right We'll get into the highs and lows of the event in just a bit. But let's just …”“… based on their response we're getting so far, don't understand why we're not doing the pottery barn rule here of we broke it, we bought it. Why is it now China's problem when they have nothing to do with this war, at least as of now? The price of oil trading around $100 a barrel over concerns about this conflict. And the most stunning thing that happened over the weekend was our friend Tucker Carlson came out and said, And he's being threatened with a criminal prosecution over his opposition to the US's military operation in Iran. It's incredible. Okay, all that plus the whole world has not stopped just because of the Iran conflict. Last night the Oscars took place in Hollyweird and it is indeed just as weird and woke as ever I mean they never disappoint right We'll get into the highs and lows of the event in just a bit. But let's just start with – I'm going to start with what's happening with Tucker. This is absolutely bizarre. I mean, you probably know by this point, two-plus weeks into this war, that it has divided the country. Yes, very much so. The vast majority of the American public is against the war. The vast majority of Republicans are supporting the president in the war. …”View more
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The allegations against Tucker Carlson are part of a broader campaign of intimidation and highlight a double standard in prosecuting media figures while others evade accountability.
The Megyn Kelly Show·Tucker Accuses CIA of Spying on Him, Megyn Responds to Mark Levin, & Oscars Lowlights and Highlights | Ep. 1273·Mar 16, 2026
“… being investigated for a FAR investigation, and why would the CIA have your text? And I told you this at the time. The only way the CIA would have Tucker Carlson's text isn't because he was on their list to monitor. It's because as they are monitoring the Iranians in every way possible, because it's a lead-up to a war and it's a war and we need that intelligence information. I'm not violating any state secrets. I didn't say how it's done or where it's done because I don't know what they're doing. But I do know generally that's what they're doing. Why wouldn't they? Obviously, some text came and said, …”“… the CIA, excuse me. I can't do that pre-bubescent stuff. Word is that they've been looking at my texts. Word is that the CIA released them. Where it is that I'm being investigated for a FAR investigation violation? Where it is? Really? Why are you being investigated for a FAR investigation, and why would the CIA have your text? And I told you this at the time. The only way the CIA would have Tucker Carlson's text isn't because he was on their list to monitor. It's because as they are monitoring the Iranians in every way possible, because it's a lead-up to a war and it's a war and we need that intelligence information. I'm not violating any state secrets. I didn't say how it's done or where it's done because I don't know what they're doing. But I do know generally that's what they're doing. Why wouldn't they? Obviously, some text came and said, look at this. What? Tucker? Tucker? No, there's not many Tuckers out there. Tucker. What kind of name is Tucker There aren many Tuckers out there Look at this Look what in this text and this one and this Here the point Tucker knows if he texted them and what he texted them If he texted them and said, the weather's beautiful out there. Okay, that's …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claims of CIA spying are plausible if he was communicating with Iranian officials, as such monitoring would be standard intelligence procedure.
Mark Levin Podcast·3/19/26 - The TRUTH Behind the Trump White House Leaks·Mar 20, 2026
“… Arabia and UAE have been attacked by Iran because they were on the phone to Trump basically asking him to do this. This is another weird one, the Tucker Carlson one. You saw that, right? No. So Tucker Carlson said that they had been arrested. The members of Mossad had been arrested in Qatar and Saudi Arabia. But both Qatar and Saudi Arabia have said it's not true. Yeah. They've officially denied such arrests. Their own Saudi sources also denied it, though they note details don't prove it didn't happen, and that states would almost certainly hide such arrests if real. Huh. the thing joe is that these …”“… Israel carried out certain attacks in neighboring states as false flags to blame in Iran and drag those countries into the war. Those countries – this doesn't make any logical sense to me because those countries are already in the war. I mean Saudi Arabia and UAE have been attacked by Iran because they were on the phone to Trump basically asking him to do this. This is another weird one, the Tucker Carlson one. You saw that, right? No. So Tucker Carlson said that they had been arrested. The members of Mossad had been arrested in Qatar and Saudi Arabia. But both Qatar and Saudi Arabia have said it's not true. Yeah. They've officially denied such arrests. Their own Saudi sources also denied it, though they note details don't prove it didn't happen, and that states would almost certainly hide such arrests if real. Huh. the thing joe is that these countries so saudi arabia and uae qatar less so they want this to happen because they also hate iran or the iranian regime right so there is no need for israel even if you you know if people are tempted to believe there's no need for israel to do this because these countries are already in it right and that one of the reasons that iran has attacked …”View more
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously dissect the absurdity of conspiracy theories surrounding drone strikes, questioning the logic behind false flags. The funniest moment comes when they ponder why Israel would need to create a false flag when the Gulf countries are already targets of Iran's aggression, leading to a comical exploration of the lack of rationale in these theories.
The Joe Rogan Experience·#2466 - Francis Foster & Konstantin Kisin·Mar 11, 2026
“There was a coordinated information operation, and the people pushing it included both foreign adversaries and Americans, who should know better. Carlson, Kelly, and others. It's amazing. Russia, Iran, Hamas, American dissidents, all pushing the same message at the same time is not a coincidence. It's an operation. I've posted this on my social sites. I didn't write it. I didn't even know what was going on. Something was going on. Something was going on. If you look on the Internet, if you look on Twitter, X, whenever I post something, the same people come in with the foul mouths, with the …”“There was a coordinated information operation, and the people pushing it included both foreign adversaries and Americans, who should know better. Carlson, Kelly, and others. It's amazing. Russia, Iran, Hamas, American dissidents, all pushing the same message at the same time is not a coincidence. It's an operation. I've posted this on my social sites. I didn't write it. I didn't even know what was going on. Something was going on. Something was going on. If you look on the Internet, if you look on Twitter, X, whenever I post something, the same people come in with the foul mouths, with the language. They repeat what the podcasters say. They repeat what the Russians say. They either repeat what the Mandamis say. It's a massive operation. A massive operation. And you actually have Americans working with, mostly knowingly, some who may not know exactly what's going on, but they know who's promoting it. And then the ones who tell you, look at …”View more
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A shocking alliance of foreign adversaries and American influencers is pushing a coordinated propaganda agenda. This operation involves figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly, who amplify narratives that align with hostile foreign interests, undermining American values while claiming to support them. The implications of this manipulation reveal a complex web of influence that threatens the integrity of political discourse in the U.S.
Mark Levin Podcast·3/20/26 - The Fifth Column: Unmasking America's Hidden Propaganda Network·Mar 21, 2026
“… of the United States of America or because of imperial British policy in the 1940s? Or is there something else going on here? And why it is that Tucker seems to be intentionally confusing people about this, I do not know.”“… world. So he'll blow himself and as many people as he needs to, he'll blow them up to get to the other world. And he says, he literally says, their lack of fear, their lack of fear of death gives them power. Now, is that because, is that notion because of the United States of America or because of imperial British policy in the 1940s? Or is there something else going on here? And why it is that Tucker seems to be intentionally confusing people about this, I do not know.”View more
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Tucker Carlson argues that blaming Western imperialism for extremism is dangerously misleading. He cites historical perspectives, including Winston Churchill's views on Islam, to challenge the narrative that extremist actions stem solely from Western influence. This discussion raises critical questions about the true motivations behind acts of violence and the ideologies that fuel them.
The Rubin Report·'Shark Tank' Legend Notices Something in Strait of Hormuz Others Are Unwilling to See·Mar 24, 2026
“… was expanding into something that had enduring majority potential. And so you wrote that, quote, those with claims to speak for Trumpism, Joe Rogan, Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, have reacted to the invasion with incredulity. Tell me about why you see those three as avatars of Trumpism. I don't know that there's anything particularly qualitative about them. They're just really famous. Which actually, in a weird way, does reflect something about Trumpism. Oh, well, I don't know. I mean, it's just sort of like, you know, I was just struck by the way all three of them were saying, like, I can't believe it. I …”“So one thing that that brings up is who the base is. And you'd mentioned before this distinction you're making between the people who will follow Trump anywhere and the people who maybe represent the way Trump's appeal or his coalition was expanding into something that had enduring majority potential. And so you wrote that, quote, those with claims to speak for Trumpism, Joe Rogan, Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, have reacted to the invasion with incredulity. Tell me about why you see those three as avatars of Trumpism. I don't know that there's anything particularly qualitative about them. They're just really famous. Which actually, in a weird way, does reflect something about Trumpism. Oh, well, I don't know. I mean, it's just sort of like, you know, I was just struck by the way all three of them were saying, like, I can't believe it. I mean, incredulity is really what I meant. Well, maybe let me suggest something that I thought about when reading that and trying to think through it. Because many in the Republican Party are perfectly comfortable with this move by Donald Trump. And if you go and watch Fox News, and Donald Trump is a big Fox News watcher, Fox News has been, I would …”View more
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The discussion reveals how prominent figures like Joe Rogan, Tucker Carlson, and Megyn Kelly embody Trumpism's incredulity towards the potential implications of a war with Iran. This segment explores the tension between Trump’s position and the skepticism of his supporters regarding institutional influences, questioning whether Trump now represents the very institutions they once opposed. Caldwell argues that despite their incredulity, these figures have not turned against Trump, raising questions about the future of Trumpism amidst escalating conflict.
The Ezra Klein Show·Will Iran Break Trumpism?·Mar 27, 2026
“… nice. Some people have laced up in the Oval Office. During a lunch meeting in January, Trump suddenly pivoted to his incredible new shoes and gave Tucker Carlson a pair of brown wingtips. All the boys have them, said a female White House official. Another joked, it's hysterical because everybody is afraid not to wear them. The shoe salesman-in-chief is paying attention. Do we know what brand? Yes, Floorshine. Whoa, that was the next sentence. Oh, spoiler alert over here. It's okay. We get it. You read the journal before me. I get in. We're going to have to get two copies of this paper journal because I …”“… advisors, and VIPs. Did you get your shoes, he asks? He wants everybody to wear the same pair of shoes. Yes. And he asks people in cabinet meetings, did you get your shoes? Did you get the shoes they sent you? That's pretty amazing. That's pretty nice. Some people have laced up in the Oval Office. During a lunch meeting in January, Trump suddenly pivoted to his incredible new shoes and gave Tucker Carlson a pair of brown wingtips. All the boys have them, said a female White House official. Another joked, it's hysterical because everybody is afraid not to wear them. The shoe salesman-in-chief is paying attention. Do we know what brand? Yes, Floorshine. Whoa, that was the next sentence. Oh, spoiler alert over here. It's okay. We get it. You read the journal before me. I get in. We're going to have to get two copies of this paper journal because I have been reading the journal for a full year now or two. And I get over it. I'm like, where's my paper?”View more
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Donald Trump has been surprising political insiders by gifting them his favorite $145 Oxfords, creating a new status symbol within his circle. These shoes, made by Floorshine, have become a must-have among lawmakers, sparking conversations and camaraderie in the Oval Office. The unusual trend highlights Trump's unique approach to building relationships in Washington, D.C.
TBPN·Thinking Machines X Nvidia, Meta Acquires Moltbook, BYD Mulls F1 | Diet TBPN·Mar 11, 2026
“… stuff bemusing because, you know, maybe for the first time ever, I found myself on the same side as Ted Cruz. I found myself on the same side as Tucker Carlson, who are both much smarter than a lot of these other crazy people who are supporting this administration's crushing of free speech, crushing of free assembly. I mean, being anti-constitutional on this because they're like, well, wait a minute. If that happens now, what happens in the next democratic administration? Like if you're all these, you know, kind of crazy, you know, kind of. Just be free speech. The speech that I like. Because what …”“… is a time to kind of show courage. And I think that, you know, we all have a responsibility to humanity first and society and then to business in terms of doing it. And so how do we have a responsibility to society and doing this now? I found the Kimmel stuff bemusing because, you know, maybe for the first time ever, I found myself on the same side as Ted Cruz. I found myself on the same side as Tucker Carlson, who are both much smarter than a lot of these other crazy people who are supporting this administration's crushing of free speech, crushing of free assembly. I mean, being anti-constitutional on this because they're like, well, wait a minute. If that happens now, what happens in the next democratic administration? Like if you're all these, you know, kind of crazy, you know, kind of. Just be free speech. The speech that I like. Because what happens when there's a different administration who doesn't like my free speech? Yes, exactly. So you have to be, and of course I find it, I find who is really legitimately free speech or not is if they were speaking up against, you know, Carr, who frankly, I think on this, you know, I think there was, there would be a good reason for him to lose his …”View more
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Despite claims of its decline, San Francisco remains the only city with significant growth in VC-backed companies over the past three years. Experts argue that the city's unique network effects create a compounding advantage for startups, making it difficult for other cities like Miami and Austin to take its place. This insight challenges the narrative around the rise of new tech hubs and highlights the enduring strength of established ecosystems.
Possible·Network effects, AI medicine, and the fight for free speech·Feb 25, 2026
“… United States, sort of struggling with their messaging. And MAGA, very upset. And, you know, certainly the, can you imagine, can you imagine it's Tucker Carlson, who's the only one who's actually tried to tell Trump the negative fallout of a possible war with Iran. The rest of them just off they went into it. It's what's launched him into front runner status for 2028. Yeah. But I wonder what's going to play out internally in the politics of the US. I don't know. And also in the context of Americans. Look, we love us a good new war. And a lot of times, if you remember, you know, H.W. Bush, when he …”“… had 41% of Americans for and 41 against, right? So that's pretty equal. The latest one from yesterday from Washington Post found 52 against and 39 in favor. And you've seen all the officials, the major cabinet officials, including the president of the United States, sort of struggling with their messaging. And MAGA, very upset. And, you know, certainly the, can you imagine, can you imagine it's Tucker Carlson, who's the only one who's actually tried to tell Trump the negative fallout of a possible war with Iran. The rest of them just off they went into it. It's what's launched him into front runner status for 2028. Yeah. But I wonder what's going to play out internally in the politics of the US. I don't know. And also in the context of Americans. Look, we love us a good new war. And a lot of times, if you remember, you know, H.W. Bush, when he started bombing the Middle East, his stuff would go up to 90 percent. Like generally, Americans rally around the president and the flag during these times. So to start out with even 50 50 about going into a place like that is shocking for these types of operations. But as we wrap up, and I'm cognizant that you guys have a lot to do, the one area we …”View more
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The U.S. is struggling to maintain a consistent stance on Iran amid internal political divisions and shifting public opinion.
The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart·At War in the Middle East, Again with Christiane Amanpour and Amb. Wendy Sherman·Mar 04, 2026
“Okay, speaking of Iran, Tucker has just made a startling claim. Tucker came out, I think he posted this yesterday, maybe the day before. He says that the CIA has been surveilling him to build a case against him, prosecute him as some kind of Iranian spy. So the other day I found out that the CIA is preparing some kind of criminal referral against me, a crime report to the Department of Defense. justice on the basis of a supposed crime i committed what's that crime well …”“Okay, speaking of Iran, Tucker has just made a startling claim. Tucker came out, I think he posted this yesterday, maybe the day before. He says that the CIA has been surveilling him to build a case against him, prosecute him as some kind of Iranian spy. So the other day I found out that the CIA is preparing some kind of criminal referral against me, a crime report to the Department of Defense. justice on the basis of a supposed crime i committed what's that crime well talking to people in iran before the war they read my texts so the crime under consideration apparently would be the foreign agent act or something like that acting as an agent of a foreign power okay uh it goes on i think tucker gives about a two minute explanation here but this is pretty startling for starters, he is admitting that he was texting the …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claim of CIA surveillance raises questions about the boundaries of journalism and government oversight, highlighting the tension between media freedom and national security concerns.
The Michael Knowles Show·Ep. 1932 - The Oscars Take A Swing At TPUSA·Mar 16, 2026
“… in English, I think it could be seen as a taunt to Christian. I think that's certainly the case, especially since there's been this tension with the Tucker Carlson's of the world, etc. And the Pope has called for a ceasefire, by the way. So it's not just Protestants in America. There's a lot of religious backlash. That's a great point. So you have that angle of it, but you also have him projecting some American audience. You may be feeling a little squeamish about this girl school that you just bombed and murdered all these children, but trust me, you're still the good guys here. You're still, no matter …”“… audience or Western audience in general, then he'll talk about Western values, talk about Judeo-Christian values. So then we get also brought in the fold of the inherently good. And so he's saying here, and again, very noteworthy this is offered in English, I think it could be seen as a taunt to Christian. I think that's certainly the case, especially since there's been this tension with the Tucker Carlson's of the world, etc. And the Pope has called for a ceasefire, by the way. So it's not just Protestants in America. There's a lot of religious backlash. That's a great point. So you have that angle of it, but you also have him projecting some American audience. You may be feeling a little squeamish about this girl school that you just bombed and murdered all these children, but trust me, you're still the good guys here. You're still, no matter what you do in this war, because if you don't act in barbaric ways, in evil ways, then the ultimate evil, the inherently evil, and what's underneath the surface there is Muslims, Persians, Iranian, Arabs, anybody who would oppose the Israelis, if you don act against that inherent evil in this barbaric way then those people will win out It a you know …”View more
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Netanyahu's rhetoric suggests that Israel's violent actions are justified by their inherent goodness, framing their military aggression as a defense against an 'inherently evil' opposition. This narrative not only seeks to absolve Israel of accountability but also attempts to rally Western support by invoking shared values. The underlying message is clear: any act of violence is permissible if it is in service of perceived moral superiority.
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar·3/20/26: Bibi Demands Ground Troops, Hegseth Caught Lying, Iran War Master Plan w/ David Sirota·Mar 20, 2026
“… then. But anyway, and so that for me is what's interesting. It's one thing for Marjorie Telly Green, who's at least temporarily out of politics, Tucker Carlson, who at least doesn't say yet that he's running for president, others to kind of take this position. And it's another thing for a guy who has run twice and wants to run in the future, I'm sure, to take to visibly decide I'm going to be the guy who the first guy to quit from the Trump administration over this. I'm going to be the guy who's going to be a sort of headline guy. Here we are discussing him, you know, as an opponent of this mistaken …”“… and being anti the Iran war on the grounds that Israel suckered us into it. You're doing it's the Middle East. It's Iraq all over again. Israel was not particularly in favor of the Iraq war, incidentally. They were much more focused on Iran even back then. But anyway, and so that for me is what's interesting. It's one thing for Marjorie Telly Green, who's at least temporarily out of politics, Tucker Carlson, who at least doesn't say yet that he's running for president, others to kind of take this position. And it's another thing for a guy who has run twice and wants to run in the future, I'm sure, to take to visibly decide I'm going to be the guy who the first guy to quit from the Trump administration over this. I'm going to be the guy who's going to be a sort of headline guy. Here we are discussing him, you know, as an opponent of this mistaken move by Trump. Trump has said over and over, MAG is what I say it is. And it's sort of interesting that here in March 2026, someone who who is a huge Trump supporter is saying, nope, actually, Maggie, isn't what you say it is, Mr. President. Yeah, yeah. If you're just joining us right now, Bill and I are talking about the sort of very, very …”View more
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Joe Kent, a prominent Trump supporter and former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned, claiming that Trump has been misled into a disastrous war policy by Israel and neocons. This bold move marks a significant political stance as Kent challenges the MAGA narrative, positioning himself against the mainstream Republican view on foreign policy. His resignation could reshape the dynamics within the GOP as he seeks a future political path.
Bulwark Takes·Top Trump Aide Quits Over Iran War | Morning Chaser·Mar 17, 2026
“… Kent? Yeah. Okay so that tweet benefits Kent the most. Yeah. Who else does it benefit? I would have to say it benefits one other person as well Tucker I think it also benefits Tucker Guess who the first podcast he doing Tucker With Tucker And there are some rumors that while he was working there he was sharing Intel with Tucker Okay. And that was passed on. Now, listen, say what you say about Laura Loomer. If you want to pull this up, Rob, Laura Loomer had this one thing that she said about the exchange between the two. and let me see if I can find this and as reported you know reported Trump …”“… and doing some things like that. And then you want to come out and say publicly becomes the most viral tweet of the day. Who did that benefit? Who did that tweet benefit the most? while while we're in war who does that tweet benefit the most? Kent. Kent? Yeah. Okay so that tweet benefits Kent the most. Yeah. Who else does it benefit? I would have to say it benefits one other person as well Tucker I think it also benefits Tucker Guess who the first podcast he doing Tucker With Tucker And there are some rumors that while he was working there he was sharing Intel with Tucker Okay. And that was passed on. Now, listen, say what you say about Laura Loomer. If you want to pull this up, Rob, Laura Loomer had this one thing that she said about the exchange between the two. and let me see if I can find this and as reported you know reported Trump hater and Filipino Jew hater I'm trying to see which one it was because it was something that there was a communication saying that maybe allegedly some of the stories were being leaked from him to Tucker so if there is a connection with how Tucker makes the video the other day saying, I don't know why the CIA is coming after me. And then now …”View more
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Joe Kent's recent tweet about Iran's threats during a time of war raises questions about who truly benefits from his statements. As he steps down and gears up for a podcast with Tucker Carlson, the implications of his remarks seem politically motivated. This connection highlights a potential alignment between Kent and Carlson amidst ongoing tensions.
PBD Podcast·Joe Kent Resigns + Trump's Cuba Takeover | PBD #761·Mar 18, 2026
“… that want to inherit MAGA, right, who are looking ahead at the Republican Party. J.D. Vance seems to want to have very little to do with this. Tucker Carlson is railing against this. You know, the C. Bannons of the world, they're not enthusiastic about this. The Republican Party is not going in this direction. So this is not something that Trump is doing because it's going to be wildly popular. Military didn't want it. Joint Chiefs of Staff.”“… though the Supreme Leader got killed. And the Supreme Leader being killed will be the high watermark of this operation. You know, there's not another person that you can kill that Trump can say is a head on a pike, right? Then if you look at the people that want to inherit MAGA, right, who are looking ahead at the Republican Party. J.D. Vance seems to want to have very little to do with this. Tucker Carlson is railing against this. You know, the C. Bannons of the world, they're not enthusiastic about this. The Republican Party is not going in this direction. So this is not something that Trump is doing because it's going to be wildly popular. Military didn't want it. Joint Chiefs of Staff.”View more
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J.D. Vance's anti-interventionist stance is at odds with Trump's recent military actions, highlighting a rift within the Republican Party and complicating Vance's alignment with Trump's agenda.
Trump's military actions in Iran are politically unpopular and contradict his previous anti-war stance, confusing his base and alienating key Republican figures.
Trump's military actions are politically unpopular and contradict his previous stance against foreign engagements, raising questions about his motivations and the influence of external actors like Israel.
The Ezra Klein Show·Trump’s Head-on-a-Pike Foreign Policy·Mar 03, 2026
“… with fire for real November 8th after Biden was declared the winner. Later in the chain, as others bring up Newsmax as an emerging competitor, Carlson said, with Trump behind it, an alternative like Newsmax could be devastating to us. So this is him talking about the 2020 election. Fox News calls Arizona for Biden and Fox viewers are enraged about it. And, you know, they've been bringing on now, you know, kind of after this, they bring on all these election conspiracy theorists and they're texting about it. On November 13th, Carlson braced for Trump's press conference, quote, he's only good …”“… thing so you kind of understood the context. You know, he despises Donald Trump, right? Talking here about, you know, following these election lies, do the executives understand how much trust and credibility we've lost with our audience? We're playing with fire for real November 8th after Biden was declared the winner. Later in the chain, as others bring up Newsmax as an emerging competitor, Carlson said, with Trump behind it, an alternative like Newsmax could be devastating to us. So this is him talking about the 2020 election. Fox News calls Arizona for Biden and Fox viewers are enraged about it. And, you know, they've been bringing on now, you know, kind of after this, they bring on all these election conspiracy theorists and they're texting about it. On November 13th, Carlson braced for Trump's press conference, quote, he's only good at destroying. And then he later added in regard to the fraud allegations being made by Trump and his allies, quote, he's playing with fire. Then January 4th, 2021, so two days before January 6th, quote, we are very, very close to being able to ignore Trump most nights. I truly can't wait. Carlson said he had no doubt there was fraud in the 2020 …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's allegations of CIA spying and potential criminal charges highlight the fraught relationship between media figures and intelligence agencies, suggesting a concerning overreach of government surveillance.
The Adam Mockler Show·Tucker Carlson’s SECRET SPY COVER just got BLOWN!·Mar 16, 2026
“… are having a fight on that as well. But it's been pretty pronounced within the Republican Party. Yeah, I mean, I think there's Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson alone. Yes. I mean, there's there's a bunch of different axes. This this kills me. We'll get back to the set. But this really just kills me. Listen to what she's saying. The Republicans are having a fight and it's very pronounced. I mean, some of the biggest names are coming after each other. Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz are coming after each other. Okay, yeah, absolutely true. I mean, the Democrats are having their fight, but it's really …”“… fight on its hands amid wings of the Republican Party that are extremely anti-Semitic or flirting with anti-Semitism. and Republicans on the other side of the party who are saying, hold on, what are you doing? This is not this is ripping us apart. Democrats are having a fight on that as well. But it's been pretty pronounced within the Republican Party. Yeah, I mean, I think there's Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson alone. Yes. I mean, there's there's a bunch of different axes. This this kills me. We'll get back to the set. But this really just kills me. Listen to what she's saying. The Republicans are having a fight and it's very pronounced. I mean, some of the biggest names are coming after each other. Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz are coming after each other. Okay, yeah, absolutely true. I mean, the Democrats are having their fight, but it's really pronounced. No, you've given up your fight. You've already acquiesced. On the left, you're in it. You're in. Full-fledged anti. You are in bed with the Islamists and all of those who say death to Israel. You're marching with them. Your fight, you've already lost. at least we're still fighting.”View more
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The Republican Party is facing a significant internal conflict over rising anti-Semitism, highlighted by tensions between prominent figures like Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson. This division, alongside accusations against Democrats for their perceived alignment with anti-Israel sentiments, raises critical questions about the political landscape and accountability. The discussion reveals how both parties are grappling with their identities in the face of these serious issues.
The Glenn Beck Program·Two Islamist Attacks in One Day: How to Stop This CANCER | Guest: Tracey Holmes | 3/13/26·Mar 13, 2026
“… relative to... Did you not just hear what he said? 2024. Yeah, okay. So, you know, I've said it before, and, you know, the theme of this segment is Tucker Carlson be darned. And when we look at the numbers, I mean, I've heard some people say, oh, you know, when you look at those MAGA numbers, it doesn't account for those who might have left MAGA. But take a look here. Americans who identify as MAGA in November of 2024, it was 28 percent of Americans. Now it's basically the same. If anything, it's slightly higher. It went up. The number of MAGA Americans is now higher at 30 percent. The bottom line is …”“… apart. It's interesting, though, because there have been a couple prominent people who have sort of come out online, and they're very mad about this war with Iran because he promised no new wars. Is there any sign that people might be leaving MAGA relative to... Did you not just hear what he said? 2024. Yeah, okay. So, you know, I've said it before, and, you know, the theme of this segment is Tucker Carlson be darned. And when we look at the numbers, I mean, I've heard some people say, oh, you know, when you look at those MAGA numbers, it doesn't account for those who might have left MAGA. But take a look here. Americans who identify as MAGA in November of 2024, it was 28 percent of Americans. Now it's basically the same. If anything, it's slightly higher. It went up. The number of MAGA Americans is now higher at 30 percent. The bottom line is this. What do they call Bidens? What do they call Biden followers? Like, I don't even know, brain deads? I don't even know. Zombies. Zombies. MAGA base within the GOP is not shrinking. He didn't have 100% support. It's the same size. If anything, it is slightly larger than it was back in 2024 when, of course, Donald Trump won a second term. So that …”View more
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Despite claims of discontent, Trump's approval among MAGA supporters has actually increased to 30%. This unwavering loyalty stems from a strong belief in his actions against the 'deep state' and a perception of him as a champion for their cause. The MAGA base remains robust, showcasing Trump's unique hold over his followers in the face of political adversity.
The Rob Carson Show·100% MAGA, 0% Chill: Carson Unleashed·Mar 19, 2026
“Have you ever wondered why Tucker Carlson is so close to Putin or loves Putin and praises Putin? Praises the Russian culture, the Russian government? Well, that should become obvious now with James Lindsay's discussion about this guy Dugan, a Russian sort of counter-intel guy who pushes his ideology in order to destroy the West. And there's a reason why Tucker's close to these people. Absolute reason why he praises them. Absolute reason he praises Islam, Qatar. They're all …”“Have you ever wondered why Tucker Carlson is so close to Putin or loves Putin and praises Putin? Praises the Russian culture, the Russian government? Well, that should become obvious now with James Lindsay's discussion about this guy Dugan, a Russian sort of counter-intel guy who pushes his ideology in order to destroy the West. And there's a reason why Tucker's close to these people. Absolute reason why he praises them. Absolute reason he praises Islam, Qatar. They're all authoritarian regimes. They're all authoritarian in one form or another. fascistic, monarchical, communist. He literally wants to destroy MAGA, he wants to destroy the Republican Party he wants to destroy our civil society Notice how he talks about witchcraft with respect to me and the use of language and mysticism and so forth That what this guy preaches This …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's admiration for Putin and authoritarian regimes is not just a quirk; it's part of a larger strategy to undermine American values. By aligning with ideologies that seek to destroy civil society, he poses a threat to traditional conservatism and the Judeo-Christian belief system. This segment exposes the dangerous implications of his rhetoric and the ideological ties that may be influencing his views.
Mark Levin Podcast·3/10/26 - America's Role in Reshaping Iran's Future·Mar 11, 2026
“You hear Tucker there. And I mean, you want to talk about unhinged. That is like some of the most anti-American propaganda I've ever seen spewed by someone like Tucker Carlson. It is a new low even for him, and the bar keeps dropping day after day. Look, the phrase, the words, someone like Tucker Carlson, you don't even have to put that constraint. That is more anti-American rhetoric than anything I've ever heard Bernie Sanders say, or even Chris Murphy. What …”“You hear Tucker there. And I mean, you want to talk about unhinged. That is like some of the most anti-American propaganda I've ever seen spewed by someone like Tucker Carlson. It is a new low even for him, and the bar keeps dropping day after day. Look, the phrase, the words, someone like Tucker Carlson, you don't even have to put that constraint. That is more anti-American rhetoric than anything I've ever heard Bernie Sanders say, or even Chris Murphy. What he said there, listen, Tucker continues to go to new lows and new lows, and part of it is President Trump this week said that Tucker Carlson is, quote, not MAGA and not smart. The more Tucker Carlson attacks Donald Trump, the more fringe he gets. And so I think this was Tucker acting out when Trump said what was obviously true. But Tucker just …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's rhetoric is dangerously anti-American and aligns with Islamist propaganda, undermining national security and journalistic integrity.
Verdict with Ted Cruz·Big Victories in Iran, More Risks of Terrorism at Home and Tucker & Dems Both Attack Trump·Mar 09, 2026
“… Post was not the only outlet that lamented the death of a tyrant whose personality was in fact greatly improved by his being blown to smithereens. Tucker Carlson was outraged that a man he called the Pope of Shia Islam had been killed by Jews, those wascals. After all, why are we making an alliance with wascally Jews when we could be friends with an actual Pope, like the Ayatollah? What have the Jews ever contributed to society besides the Old and New Testament? Modern physics, the great old Hollywood that spread American values around the world, countless technological and medical breakthroughs, …”“… description of his bushy white beard and avuncular smile that might have made their readers think oh no, now that the Ayatollah is dead, who will fly around the world on Christmas Eve to deliver toys to all the good little children? And the Washington Post was not the only outlet that lamented the death of a tyrant whose personality was in fact greatly improved by his being blown to smithereens. Tucker Carlson was outraged that a man he called the Pope of Shia Islam had been killed by Jews, those wascals. After all, why are we making an alliance with wascally Jews when we could be friends with an actual Pope, like the Ayatollah? What have the Jews ever contributed to society besides the Old and New Testament? Modern physics, the great old Hollywood that spread American values around the world, countless technological and medical breakthroughs, including a cure for polio, and all the really good Christmas carols. Tucker was especially angry that Donald Trump had celebrated the death of Pope Ayatollah. Trump claimed the Santa-like Shiite Pope had tried to have him assassinated. But no, Carlson, citing anonymous sources close to Candace Owen's imagination, revealed for the first time that the …”View more
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The Washington Post's obituary for the Ayatollah Khomeini bizarrely highlighted his 'avuncular smile' and love for literature, despite his history of mass murder. This satirical commentary exposes the media's tendency to romanticize tyrants, as political figures like Tucker Carlson outrageously lament the Ayatollah's death. In the face of such absurdity, one must question the ethics of celebrating the demise of a dictator who oppressed countless lives.
The Andrew Klavan Show·Ep. 1269 - Let's Talk About The War·Mar 06, 2026
“… the rebuilding of the third temple is that the third temple is rebuilt by acts of loving kindness. I'm not even kidding. That's what they say. And Tucker basically just slandered Chabad. Again, I'm in a state of shock. It is hard to shock me when it comes to the levels to which Tucker Carlson goes, because he has been an ever degrading show. But slandering Chabad as basically Hamas, well, actually worse than Hamas, since Tucker actually thinks Hamas isn't really a terror group. This is legitimately psychotic stuff. I mean, psychotic break insanity. Here was Tucker Carlson finding the real …”“… to synagogue. They're the people who stand around at public events. You'll sometimes see them with phylacteries asking Jews if they wrapped to fill in that day. They drive around with cars labeled mitzvah tanks. Their actual philosophy, by the way, on the rebuilding of the third temple is that the third temple is rebuilt by acts of loving kindness. I'm not even kidding. That's what they say. And Tucker basically just slandered Chabad. Again, I'm in a state of shock. It is hard to shock me when it comes to the levels to which Tucker Carlson goes, because he has been an ever degrading show. But slandering Chabad as basically Hamas, well, actually worse than Hamas, since Tucker actually thinks Hamas isn't really a terror group. This is legitimately psychotic stuff. I mean, psychotic break insanity. Here was Tucker Carlson finding the real culprit for President Trump. Again, he's such a coward because Trump's the one who made the call, right? Trump is the president of the United States. Tucker still won't say his name. In fact, when President Trump smacked Tucker yesterday, Tucker said, I still love him. I still love him so much. I mean, that's another piece of bull considering that back …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claims about Chabad are not only baseless but also dangerously inflammatory, equating a peaceful Jewish organization with terrorism.
Kristi Noem's tenure as Homeland Security Secretary was disastrous, marked by a significant drop in approval ratings for Trump's immigration policy due to her performative politics.
The Ben Shapiro Show·Ep. 2382 - Trump: You’re FIRED!!·Mar 06, 2026
“… greater detail because it is a fundamental shift in the game that's been played over the last week about the war aims and what are our war aims. And Tucker basically took a two-by-four and hit Tucker Carlson about the face and neck with the two-by-four after Tucker's calling the war evil and saying that he's a tool of the Israelis and all of that. So a lot going on. But I do think I want Christine to take a moment to do her happy dance on the firing of Kristi Noem. OK, I never like to I don't actually revel in anyone losing a job. That's tough. But at the cabinet level, that doesn't apply. And she …”“social media to say that he will accept nothing less than unconditional surrender from Iran, which we need to talk about in greater detail because it is a fundamental shift in the game that's been played over the last week about the war aims and what are our war aims. And Tucker basically took a two-by-four and hit Tucker Carlson about the face and neck with the two-by-four after Tucker's calling the war evil and saying that he's a tool of the Israelis and all of that. So a lot going on. But I do think I want Christine to take a moment to do her happy dance on the firing of Kristi Noem. OK, I never like to I don't actually revel in anyone losing a job. That's tough. But at the cabinet level, that doesn't apply. And she was a terrible person to bring in in the first place. I'm very glad that she left. I think the circumstances of her departure are a perfect example of why she never should have had that position in the first place. The way she testified before Congress the other day. um i interestingly i don't think it's the sort of scandals of her and potential …”View more
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Kristi Noem's leadership at DHS was marred by corruption and self-promotion, making her removal necessary for the nation's benefit.
Kristi Noem's firing was inevitable due to her poor performance and controversial actions, including misleading Congress and questionable financial dealings.
The Commentary Magazine Podcast·Noemsick·Mar 06, 2026
“… It got to be something controversial You talking about a sitting president Yeah I mean the only person he probably been on I think he been on with Tucker Carlson He been on with Joe Rogan I think he's been on with Theo Vaughn. So he doesn't go on a whole lot of pods. Yeah, he don't go on a whole lot of pods. He called in to McAfee. Hey, you notice the difference in all of them and us, though? Okay. That's how it's going to get us $10 million. That's how you gonna get a 10B. Damn. Hey. No. What else we got? You got the Synopsis Award. Hey, just hold my words for me. When all my work is done, then we …”“… you we'll get 10 million subs. Hey, boy, we'll piss a lot of people off. Boy, you do that boy. I mean, I'm trying to think. Maybe Obama. Obama. No. We get some subs but not like I mean you talking about It got to be somebody It got to be controversial It got to be something controversial You talking about a sitting president Yeah I mean the only person he probably been on I think he been on with Tucker Carlson He been on with Joe Rogan I think he's been on with Theo Vaughn. So he doesn't go on a whole lot of pods. Yeah, he don't go on a whole lot of pods. He called in to McAfee. Hey, you notice the difference in all of them and us, though? Okay. That's how it's going to get us $10 million. That's how you gonna get a 10B. Damn. Hey. No. What else we got? You got the Synopsis Award. Hey, just hold my words for me. When all my work is done, then we get... Yeah, your office... Jordan. First of all, your office was supposed to be done. to be done. I ain't sending them until the office is done. I know. That's what I just said. You got this? Oh, that's nice. You already got it. I ain't got that. Ash ain't send me none. Don't nobody got my new address. Maybe the person that had the old address kept …”View more
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Inviting controversial figures like President Trump could skyrocket our podcast's subscribers to 10 million. The hosts discuss how engaging with polarizing guests can drive views and differentiate their content, hinting at the potential fallout from such a choice. They consider other high-profile guests, but none match the intrigue of Trump.
Club Shay Shay·Nightcap Hour 2: LeBron ENJOYS Playing Game 7’s on ROAD + Jeremy Lin & Kobe Didn’t SPEAK for 5 MONTHS + Gil Areanas PRASIS Iso Joe + Pats RELEASE Stefon Diggs + Chiefs TRADE Trent McDuffie + Cardinals RELEASE Kyler Muarray·Mar 05, 2026
“… supposedly Christian democratic political sphere, has nothing to say about the invasion of third Islamic, third world invaders into Austria. But Tucker Carlson, right, he's not allowed. He's got to go. He's got to go, absolutely. And when it comes to the invasion, we in Austria have a lot of experience with real invasion from Islamic countries, because we had several times the Turkish army, the Ottoman army in front of Vienna, and we were always able to kick them back successfully in the 16th century, in the 18th century, and we did so. So we know exactly how that works, and we have done it. Thank you …”“… Okay, because therefore the huge absorption of massive numbers of Islamic, what we call invaders on the show, we don't call them migrants, we call them, or asylum seekers, we call them invaders. So you have nothing to say, the center-right European, supposedly Christian democratic political sphere, has nothing to say about the invasion of third Islamic, third world invaders into Austria. But Tucker Carlson, right, he's not allowed. He's got to go. He's got to go, absolutely. And when it comes to the invasion, we in Austria have a lot of experience with real invasion from Islamic countries, because we had several times the Turkish army, the Ottoman army in front of Vienna, and we were always able to kick them back successfully in the 16th century, in the 18th century, and we did so. So we know exactly how that works, and we have done it. Thank you very much. Today's poor migrants, when they come even from a Muslim background, who are desperate because Putin has waged a war against them in Syria, and he has barrel-bombed Aleppo, and then they had to run away because Obama was so weak. Obama did all this disaster, and the American power was too weak to intervene in Syria. I don't think Jack …”View more
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The idea of sending Putin supporters back to Russia sparks a heated debate, revealing deep-seated views on migration and historical invasions in Austria. The speaker draws parallels between past Ottoman invasions and current migration issues, suggesting a lack of political response to modern challenges. This provocative stance highlights the complex dynamics of nationalism and defense in contemporary Europe.
Bannon`s War Room·WarRoom Battleground EP 923: Harnwell One On One With Austrian Lobbyist Gunther Fehlinger And John Rudat, Knifed In The Face In Germany·Jan 10, 2026
“… or her, try and make an example, to send a chilling message across all of media. Now, one of the most prominent anti-Iran war voices on the right, Tucker Carlson, is saying that the CIA has been spying on him, his communications, and may be preparing a criminal referral as a result of some discussions that he's had with the Iranian regime. Let's take a listen. So the other day I found out that the CIA is preparing some kind of criminal referral against me, a crime report to the Department of justice on the basis of a supposed crime I committed. What's that crime? Well, talking to people in Iran before …”“in these cases is they pick a figurehead. They go after him or her, try and make an example, to send a chilling message across all of media. Now, one of the most prominent anti-Iran war voices on the right, Tucker Carlson, is saying that the CIA has been spying on him, his communications, and may be preparing a criminal referral as a result of some discussions that he's had with the Iranian regime. Let's take a listen. So the other day I found out that the CIA is preparing some kind of criminal referral against me, a crime report to the Department of justice on the basis of a supposed crime I committed. What's that crime? Well, talking to people in Iran before the war. They read my texts. So the crime under consideration apparently would be the Foreign Agent Act or something like that, acting as an agent of a foreign power. And I don't expect this to go anywhere. I'm not too worried about an actual criminal case against me for a bunch of reasons. One, I'm not an agent of a foreign power. Unlike a lot of …”View more
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The CIA's alleged actions against Tucker Carlson reflect a troubling trend towards authoritarianism in the U.S., especially during wartime.
The CIA's alleged spying on Tucker Carlson highlights the misuse of surveillance powers under the Patriot Act, but government denials leave the truth uncertain.
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar·3/16/26: Trump Threatens Media w/Treason, Tucker CIA Referral, David Sacks Warns Israel May Nuke Iran·Mar 16, 2026
“But, you know, it is interesting. I think, I don't know. I mean, I'm just kind of fascinated by the idea at all. I mean, Tucker has a lot of allegations of foreign influence floating out there. I mean, he's very close with Qatar. They don't call him Tucker Katarlson for nothing. I mean, he kind of, he goes to this conference and Qatar says, I'm buying a home here. Oh, and by the way, the next episode of my show is about how we should switch our alliance, ditch Israel and support Qatar. It makes you wonder. And so I don't know if that's a real thing out there. I mean, I …”“But, you know, it is interesting. I think, I don't know. I mean, I'm just kind of fascinated by the idea at all. I mean, Tucker has a lot of allegations of foreign influence floating out there. I mean, he's very close with Qatar. They don't call him Tucker Katarlson for nothing. I mean, he kind of, he goes to this conference and Qatar says, I'm buying a home here. Oh, and by the way, the next episode of my show is about how we should switch our alliance, ditch Israel and support Qatar. It makes you wonder. And so I don't know if that's a real thing out there. I mean, I haven't seen anything like legally proving it. But I do think, you know, I feel like there's probably a shred of truth to this idea. I don't know if it's a CIA investigation or whatever, but I could imagine that, you know, they've kind of run across his text messages or something. Yeah, again, that wouldn't shock me. That wouldn't shock me. What …”View more
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There is skepticism about Tucker Carlson's claims of a CIA investigation, but the possibility of monitoring is not dismissed outright.
Bulwark Takes·Laura Loomer Publicly Humiliated Over Racist Statements | MAGA Mondays·Mar 16, 2026
“… A law enforcement source said FBI agents had determined that Kent shared secret government information with disaffected MAGA media figures like Tucker Carlson. A second administration official said that Kent leaked classified information from a server to a member of the media. By the way, I want to be clear about the time stamp on this because this is important. There's many in the media, and I called them out in the last couple of days when I was debating this on TV. I'm like, I want everybody listening to verdict to understand this was not an investigation that started after he resigned. This is …”“… your mind. That is a moonbat theory. And by the way, he is talking with a fellow moonbat who is open to those kinds of theories. And interestingly enough, it appears that may not be the first time they're talking. So Notice reported the following, quote, A law enforcement source said FBI agents had determined that Kent shared secret government information with disaffected MAGA media figures like Tucker Carlson. A second administration official said that Kent leaked classified information from a server to a member of the media. By the way, I want to be clear about the time stamp on this because this is important. There's many in the media, and I called them out in the last couple of days when I was debating this on TV. I'm like, I want everybody listening to verdict to understand this was not an investigation that started after he resigned. This is apparently an investigation that had started well before he resigned, which may have actually been the reason why he said, I got to get out now and try to tell my story. Yeah, look, I don't know if it's true. I don't know if he's being investigated for leaking classified information. The media is reporting it. And I don't know the facts. I don't …”View more
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Joe Kent's alleged information leaks to media figures like Tucker Carlson highlight a reckless approach to foreign policy that undermines America's security.
Joe Kent's alleged leaks to media figures like Tucker Carlson reflect a reckless approach to dissenting from Trump's foreign policy, undermining national security.
Verdict with Ted Cruz·Liberal Hypocrisy! — from NY Gov Kathy Hochul to Texas Candidate James Talarico, Joe Kent to Liberal Icon Cesar Chavez·Mar 20, 2026
“… that actually there were no Mossad cells arrested in Qatar. Now, what's particularly incredible about this story is that in order to believe that Tucker is the victim, you need to believe two things. First, he's guilty of nothing. And second, the Trump administration. Again, Trump is the head of the administration, the Trump administration CIA, which again falls under the purview of Tulsi Gabbard as the DNI. And again, President Trump, the Trump CIA is targeting him, not the Biden administration. The Trump administration CIA is targeting him. You have to believe not that his texts were …”“… about the supposed Hazarian roots of Jews to simply making up false flag Israeli attacks in Qatar. That last lie was so egregious, it had to be formally rebutted by his own friends in Qatar. They literally had to put out a statement saying that actually there were no Mossad cells arrested in Qatar. Now, what's particularly incredible about this story is that in order to believe that Tucker is the victim, you need to believe two things. First, he's guilty of nothing. And second, the Trump administration. Again, Trump is the head of the administration, the Trump administration CIA, which again falls under the purview of Tulsi Gabbard as the DNI. And again, President Trump, the Trump CIA is targeting him, not the Biden administration. The Trump administration CIA is targeting him. You have to believe not that his texts were incidentally caught up in a sweep of Iranian cell phone data. That, by the way, is what Mark Caputo of Axios is reporting this morning. You have to believe, no, that according to Tucker, he was targeted. That would make the Trump administration, the people he constantly claims he loves, some of the most nefarious abusers of the law in American history. It …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's claims of being targeted by the CIA are a strategic play for victimhood and sympathy, despite his privileged status and connections.
The Ben Shapiro Show·Ep. 2388 - Did The CIA SPY On Tucker Carlson?!·Mar 16, 2026
“… I mean, well, first of all, okay, that's fine. But then it does beg the question as to why the vice presidents of the United States keep ushering Tucker Carlson into the White House in quite visible fashion while Tucker Carlson is doing many of the things that he is doing. The vice president has plenty of friends. The idea that Tucker is his only friend, I think, is dishonest. And this defense is not going to work for one second of one day. It is not going to. When Barack Obama was running for high office everybody on the right correctly pointed out that his pastor was Jeremiah Wright This notion that …”“… believe that you don't even buy it. I don't buy it. I mean, first of all— I think the wings are led by J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio, if we're even going to call them wings. I don't think it's the podcast. We've got to get an ejector seat on this guy. I mean, well, first of all, okay, that's fine. But then it does beg the question as to why the vice presidents of the United States keep ushering Tucker Carlson into the White House in quite visible fashion while Tucker Carlson is doing many of the things that he is doing. The vice president has plenty of friends. The idea that Tucker is his only friend, I think, is dishonest. And this defense is not going to work for one second of one day. It is not going to. When Barack Obama was running for high office everybody on the right correctly pointed out that his pastor was Jeremiah Wright This notion that people associations close personal associations people who help make them vice president that that has no impact on how people see them is obviously untrue And when we talk about, you know, the sort of growth of particular ideas on the right, pretending that, for example, young Republicans, young conservatives are not being infected with some …”View more
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In the heated debate over political discourse, the question arises: is calling out evil a moral duty or mere invective? A discussion unfolds about the implications of public figures like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson, highlighting the impact of their rhetoric on young conservatives. The clash illustrates the struggle between standing for principles and the consequences of publicizing controversial views.
The Ben Shapiro Show·Friendly Fire: Iran War Debate, 2028 Presidential Buzz & Oscars Preview·Mar 13, 2026
“I've made my view on the Erica Kirk thing completely clear. Yeah, but I mean, look, Tucker Carlson is sitting around saying that American soldiers, implying that American soldiers want to rape Iranian women. And that's what Donald Trump meant by unconditional surrender. I mean, that's a disgusting thing to say. American soldiers have been the best behaved soldiers on earth in human history. And I just think it's, you know, when people say that stuff, something's wrong with them. Something has gone wrong with these people. And it's not the …”“I've made my view on the Erica Kirk thing completely clear. Yeah, but I mean, look, Tucker Carlson is sitting around saying that American soldiers, implying that American soldiers want to rape Iranian women. And that's what Donald Trump meant by unconditional surrender. I mean, that's a disgusting thing to say. American soldiers have been the best behaved soldiers on earth in human history. And I just think it's, you know, when people say that stuff, something's wrong with them. Something has gone wrong with these people. And it's not the same. But why would we publicize it? I guess it's my question. We don't need to publicize it. As you said, they're tremendously popular. But the thing about it is, like, if you take someone like Candace, I believe Candace is popular with people who no longer matter. You know, anybody who's taking what she says seriously on any level is already lost …”View more
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In the ongoing podcaster wars, the question arises: should popular figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens be called out for their controversial statements? The discussion highlights the responsibility of podcasters to address harmful rhetoric, especially when it influences public opinion and political discourse. This raises a critical debate about the role of commentary in shaping ideas and values within society.
The Andrew Klavan Show·Friendly Fire: Iran War Debate, 2028 Presidential Buzz & Oscars Preview·Mar 13, 2026
“… but you don't do it. And I think, and I think it's... I've made my view on the Erica Kirk thing completely clear. Yeah, but I mean, look, you know, Tucker Carlson is sitting around saying that American soldiers, implying that American soldiers want to rape Iranian women. And that's what Donald Trump meant by, you know... Unconditional surrender. Unconditional surrender. I mean, that's a disgusting thing to say. American soldiers have been the best behaved soldiers on earth in human history. And I just think it's, you know, when people say that stuff, something's wrong with them. Something has gone wrong …”“… a real question. This is not, I'm totally against calling people out and calling people names. I think it's a bad thing. But I'm not against calling out evil. I mean, Ben's right. This is the basic bottom line. But no one disagrees about that. Yes, but you don't do it. And I think, and I think it's... I've made my view on the Erica Kirk thing completely clear. Yeah, but I mean, look, you know, Tucker Carlson is sitting around saying that American soldiers, implying that American soldiers want to rape Iranian women. And that's what Donald Trump meant by, you know... Unconditional surrender. Unconditional surrender. I mean, that's a disgusting thing to say. American soldiers have been the best behaved soldiers on earth in human history. And I just think it's, you know, when people say that stuff, something's wrong with them. Something has gone wrong with these people. And it's not the same. Why would we publicize it? I guess that's my question. We don't need to publicize it. As you said, they're tremendously popular. But the thing about it is, if you take someone like Candace, I believe Candace is popular with people who no longer matter. Anybody who's taking what she says seriously on any …”View more
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Calling out toxic commentary is essential for maintaining the integrity of political discourse. While some argue it's unnecessary, others believe it's crucial to highlight harmful narratives, especially when they gain popularity. The debate centers on whether focusing on these figures detracts from broader principles or serves a vital role in guiding public opinion.
The Michael Knowles Show·Friendly Fire: Iran War Debate, 2028 Presidential Buzz & Oscars Preview·Mar 13, 2026
“… That was proven fake, by the way, for the trolls. I would argue that these people that are doing it right now, you look at Candace, you look at Tucker, you look at Megyn Kelly, and you look at all these people. I'm now convinced I mean we know Megyn Kelly was not a Trumper in the beginning, Tucker Carlson has been all over the place and we know Candace Owens wasn't a Trumper in the beginning either, I'm beginning to believe that these people are people that just want power, they want influence, they want so-called authority and they're moving and shifting with the times and right now the …”“… campaign that's been proven fake. They said that I was the ringleader on the paper there and that you and Ben Shapiro were also there. And I'm like, well, why am I the ringleader if Dan Bongino is getting paid to do this stuff? Anyway, moving forward. That was proven fake, by the way, for the trolls. I would argue that these people that are doing it right now, you look at Candace, you look at Tucker, you look at Megyn Kelly, and you look at all these people. I'm now convinced I mean we know Megyn Kelly was not a Trumper in the beginning, Tucker Carlson has been all over the place and we know Candace Owens wasn't a Trumper in the beginning either, I'm beginning to believe that these people are people that just want power, they want influence, they want so-called authority and they're moving and shifting with the times and right now the times are this is President Trump's last term in office, it's now time to If you got problems with President Trump, it's now time for you to do that because that's now the cool thing to do. Now, people like us, me and you, Dan, that I've been told my entire life, I can't go speak in a church because I'm too aggressive and I'm too divisive and I'm too …”View more
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The conservative movement faces a serious threat from influencers who prioritize power over principles, leading to a toxic environment. This commentary reveals how familiar faces like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson have shifted their stances for influence, leaving dedicated supporters feeling betrayed. The discussion highlights the dangers of misinformation and the erosion of trust within the movement.
The Dan Bongino Show·This Disturbing Video Is A Warning For All Of Us (Ep. 2472)·Mar 13, 2026
“… lot of people who think that the United States should not be spending time worrying about any of these countries out there. And if you listen to the Tucker Carlsons of the world and the Ann Coulters of the world, and there are more and more of them, that voice is real. So that's, I think, the principal danger for the Republicans. And the Democrats will do exactly what you described. I think what, look, what I would do if I were them is start setting out a series of goals about Iran not being able to threaten its neighbors, so discord, fund militias, and, you know, itemize the things that have been …”“… like this is going on and meandering and, you know, they haven't been able to find a way to get out. What it does is very important, which is it, for the first time, you could imagine it dividing Trump's base. Because Trump's base does involve a lot of people who think that the United States should not be spending time worrying about any of these countries out there. And if you listen to the Tucker Carlsons of the world and the Ann Coulters of the world, and there are more and more of them, that voice is real. So that's, I think, the principal danger for the Republicans. And the Democrats will do exactly what you described. I think what, look, what I would do if I were them is start setting out a series of goals about Iran not being able to threaten its neighbors, so discord, fund militias, and, you know, itemize the things that have been destroyed and say, we have now achieved, we believe, you know, a 70 percent reduction in Iran's offensive military capacity and a 50 percent destruction of its military industrial complex, list the factory, you know, the things that have been destroyed and say, you know, we now regard this operation as successful. I would do that. I would look. The United …”View more
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Iran's military has been effectively neutralized, with Israel emerging as the Middle East's superpower, significantly altering regional dynamics.
Trump's foreign policy has inadvertently strengthened Israel's position in the Middle East while creating a complex dynamic between Russia and China, benefiting Russia with higher oil prices but complicating China's economic interests.
Iran's geopolitical influence is waning as Israel emerges as the Middle East's superpower, while the global oil price surge benefits Russia but complicates China's economic interests.
Iran has been strategically weakened, with Israel emerging as the Middle East's superpower, supported by tacit alliances with Gulf states.
Iran's military influence is waning as Israel emerges as the Middle East's superpower, altering regional dynamics and impacting Russia and China's strategic interests.
Israel's emergence as a Middle Eastern superpower is reshaping alliances, with Gulf states tacitly supporting Israel against Iran, complicating U.S. relations with Russia and China.
The US airstrikes on Iran are part of a broader geopolitical shift where Israel emerges as a Middle Eastern superpower, impacting global oil prices and benefiting Russia while complicating China's economic interests.
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway·Fareed Zakaria on the Endgame in Iran·Mar 03, 2026
“… check on that, but like, we don't know. It could just be like a random employee. I was thinking back to that viral interaction between Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson, where, uh, where Tucker asks Ted Cruz, like what's the population of Iran and Ted Cruz doesn't know. And it was framed as like, well, how can he possibly have a reasonable take on Iran if he doesn't even know the population? And that's like somewhat fair. You could go either way on that. But I just think like LLMs are good for that type of thing. Like what is reasonable is to expect civil servants, elected officials, military officials to be …”“… notified the Pentagon. So I think it is like kind of blowing it out of proportion to say that like Anthropic is against using Claude and Venezuela, right? It's an employee. It's not an executive. Maybe it's like Dario telling an employee to go check on that, but like, we don't know. It could just be like a random employee. I was thinking back to that viral interaction between Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson, where, uh, where Tucker asks Ted Cruz, like what's the population of Iran and Ted Cruz doesn't know. And it was framed as like, well, how can he possibly have a reasonable take on Iran if he doesn't even know the population? And that's like somewhat fair. You could go either way on that. But I just think like LLMs are good for that type of thing. Like what is reasonable is to expect civil servants, elected officials, military officials to be knowledgeable about the countries that they are operating in. And LLMs can help with that. And so I feel like that's just a good thing. Like if you just zoom out and just ask, do we want a more knowledgeable and educated government workforce across everything that they do? It seems like absolutely yes. And so there was a perception that this was …”View more
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AI technology like Claude is being scrutinized for its potential use in military operations, raising questions about knowledge and decision-making. A recent incident involving Anthropic and the Pentagon highlights the importance of informed leadership, suggesting that AI can enhance government officials' understanding of global affairs. This conversation reflects a broader debate on the integration of AI in enhancing governmental knowledge and decision-making processes.
Candace·WORLD WAR BIBI: Trump Betrays America (And Charlie Kirk) For Israel. | Candace Ep 312·Mar 17, 2026
“And again, of all shows to do, Tucker Carlson, who's the most radically against Trump and the administration of all the pundit class on the right. You have to decide. But Rubio's broader point there. It's interesting. Bongino laid out. Here's a whole bunch of stuff that Iran has been up to that we know about. And then Rubio's point is, do you wait for them to be stronger? Right. And what we've done in this month, less than a month, it's 21 days or so of the war is completely take out their …”“And again, of all shows to do, Tucker Carlson, who's the most radically against Trump and the administration of all the pundit class on the right. You have to decide. But Rubio's broader point there. It's interesting. Bongino laid out. Here's a whole bunch of stuff that Iran has been up to that we know about. And then Rubio's point is, do you wait for them to be stronger? Right. And what we've done in this month, less than a month, it's 21 days or so of the war is completely take out their ballistic missile program. They were building about 100 of them a day. They cannot build any of them. Their air force is gone. Their navy is gone. And all of this falls in the end. At the end, it all falls to the people of Iran. And will they be able to take their country back? And that is a huge if. So let's put the military part aside for just a …”View more
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Joe Kent's alleged leaks and exclusion from intelligence briefings suggest a betrayal of trust, raising questions about his motivations and alliances.
The Rubin Report·The Real Reason You Shouldn't Trust Joe Kent's Insane Stories on Tucker Carlson·Mar 20, 2026
“… the world or to Israel or to the United States or to citizens of the United States abroad. When he makes these claims, and then in his appearance on Tucker Carlson last night, he added a third very significant claim to these two that were contained in the resignation letter. The third claim being that there was a foreign nexus or an international nexus to the Charlie Kirk assassination that he was told not to investigate. These are if these claims are true, by all means, show us why they're true. I will. I mean, if these claims were true, Glenn, you and I actually should know if these claims were true. He …”“… that President Trump was somehow tricked or duped by Iran or by Israel into this military action with Iran. and that there is no evidence of any threat that Iran poses. And he wasn't perfectly clear about whether that's a threat that Iran poses to the world or to Israel or to the United States or to citizens of the United States abroad. When he makes these claims, and then in his appearance on Tucker Carlson last night, he added a third very significant claim to these two that were contained in the resignation letter. The third claim being that there was a foreign nexus or an international nexus to the Charlie Kirk assassination that he was told not to investigate. These are if these claims are true, by all means, show us why they're true. I will. I mean, if these claims were true, Glenn, you and I actually should know if these claims were true. He actually should reveal them to the American people. He shouldn't keep them to himself. Liz I said when he first came out I said if these things are true these are actionable These are things that you must act on They must be exposed and we must know and correct but if you don have the proof you just throwing matches on gasoline that exactly right …”View more
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Joe Kent's allegations that President Trump was misled into military action against Iran lack evidence, raising skepticism about their validity. The former director of the National Counterterrorism Center made serious claims without providing proof, leading to concerns that he's recklessly igniting controversy. This segment highlights the importance of evidence in political allegations and the responsibility of those in power to substantiate their claims.
The Glenn Beck Program·Why Trump Slammed Israel's Latest Attacks on Iran | Guests: Sen. Tommy Tuberville & Liz Wheeler | 3/19/26·Mar 19, 2026
“… could figure out they may be pointing to, Joe, are one, Mark Levin. I have a different name for him. But Mark Levin is alleging that you leaked to Tucker that Mark had a meeting with President Trump in June, shortly before we bombed Iran the first time. And he accused you of leaking that to Tucker, by the way, not for nothing, but literally days after Tucker reported it, Politico reported it based on two sources. I'm wondering whether they're going to actually drag Politico in there in addition to Tucker and see who the leaker was. But in any event, that's one. Is that do you deny leaking to …”“… announced with my resignation letter and went public. Up until that point, I had full access. I was the director of the National Counterterrorism Center, and I was not aware of any investigation that I was under. The only two alleged leaks that we could figure out they may be pointing to, Joe, are one, Mark Levin. I have a different name for him. But Mark Levin is alleging that you leaked to Tucker that Mark had a meeting with President Trump in June, shortly before we bombed Iran the first time. And he accused you of leaking that to Tucker, by the way, not for nothing, but literally days after Tucker reported it, Politico reported it based on two sources. I'm wondering whether they're going to actually drag Politico in there in addition to Tucker and see who the leaker was. But in any event, that's one. Is that do you deny leaking to Tucker the Mark Levin meeting?”View more
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The FBI's investigation into Joe Kent for alleged leaks is politically motivated and part of a broader strategy to silence dissent against the administration's policies.
The Megyn Kelly Show·Behind-the-Scenes of Trump Administration Ahead of Iran War, and Potential FBI Leak Investigation, with Joe Kent | Ep.1277·Mar 20, 2026
“Tucker Carlson, he is trending right now. By the way, he's trending always. What he is doing right now is so remarkable and so brave. And he is challenging the conversation, changing our understanding about the way politics works. I mean, he's just been so objectively honest and, again, brave in what he is doing. But he's trending right now for a rather obscure reason. It was actually a simple tweet that has a lot of his routine haters melting down. This is …”“Tucker Carlson, he is trending right now. By the way, he's trending always. What he is doing right now is so remarkable and so brave. And he is challenging the conversation, changing our understanding about the way politics works. I mean, he's just been so objectively honest and, again, brave in what he is doing. But he's trending right now for a rather obscure reason. It was actually a simple tweet that has a lot of his routine haters melting down. This is the tweet. I'll show you that. He wrote, pray that the spell breaks and the world is saved. That's all he wrote. Of course we should pray But what is triggering them about that I think I know I think it the term a spell Yeah a spell Because a spell implies some sort of witchcraft or magic is at work And the timing of this tweet really is something …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's recent tweet urging people to 'pray that the spell breaks' has ignited a fierce debate about the influence of occult practices in politics. He suggests that those in power may be engaging in ancient pagan rituals that could lead to catastrophic global events, challenging our understanding of modern governance. This provocative claim pushes the boundaries of what many believe about the intersection of spirituality and political power.
Candace·Donald Trump Has Betrayed America. | Candace Ep 308·Mar 09, 2026
“… friends on TV. She is happier than I have ever seen her, and he is sad and angry living in the basement of a rented house, still watching The Five, Tucker Carlson, Jane Pirro, etc.”“… sent his father on the path to isolation before eventually mainlining Fox News on a regular basis. Eventually, out of the blue, his mother filed for divorce. He was crushed, couldn't understand why, and took comfort in drinking while watching his friends on TV. She is happier than I have ever seen her, and he is sad and angry living in the basement of a rented house, still watching The Five, Tucker Carlson, Jane Pirro, etc.”View more
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Donald Trump’s rise to power was fueled by a self-sufficient right-wing media ecosystem that no longer needed mainstream validation. By 2016, figures like Alex Jones had turned media consumption into an isolated bubble, leading to a complete disconnect from traditional media narratives. This shift ultimately shaped Trump's identity as a political force, illustrating how media transformed into a powerful tool for radicalization among boomers.
Panic World·Boomer brain rot started long before Facebook·Mar 18, 2026
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Before launching a military strike against Iran, there was shockingly little debate about the consequences. Joe Kent reveals that despite previous assurances about Iran's nuclear threat being neutralized, decision-makers moved forward without thorough intel discussions, leading to a repeat of past mistakes. This lack of dissent raises critical questions about U.S. foreign policy and the influence of Israel's agenda.
The Tucker Carlson Show·Joe Kent Reveals All in First Interview Since Resigning as Trump’s Counterterrorism Director·Mar 19, 2026
“… or has bombed them or you know taken away their leader and I think this is not what even I think the MAGA base wanted and you're seeing people like Tucker Carlson and of course a Margie Taylor Greene and others make an uproar about this as they should and I think it's going to split his base and it's evident to me I have not yet met just an average person on the street who said hey don't deal with the pressing economic challenges that I'm facing such as I can't afford my groceries or my rent or I can't afford to buy a home or get child care or health care or an education for my kids let's go bomb Iran …”“… adventures for a guy who promised to his base that he would not enter into any more endless wars or military excursions. Now we've seen I think eight countries maybe I've gotten the number wrong eight countries where he has either entered into war or has bombed them or you know taken away their leader and I think this is not what even I think the MAGA base wanted and you're seeing people like Tucker Carlson and of course a Margie Taylor Greene and others make an uproar about this as they should and I think it's going to split his base and it's evident to me I have not yet met just an average person on the street who said hey don't deal with the pressing economic challenges that I'm facing such as I can't afford my groceries or my rent or I can't afford to buy a home or get child care or health care or an education for my kids let's go bomb Iran let's do that instead I have not yet met that person right and I think you've met the person who says well it's because they're covering up the Epstein files and because things are so bad here that they want to change the conversation by doing the neocon thing on steroids I don't even think the neocons could dream of of this this is like I don't want …”View more
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Trump's military actions are a distraction from pressing domestic issues like rising gas prices and healthcare cuts. As he engages in military adventures, the reality is that Americans are struggling to afford basic necessities, and his base is starting to feel the strain. This disconnect could lead to a significant split within his support as voters prioritize their everyday challenges over foreign conflicts.
The MeidasTouch Podcast·Rep. Krishnamoorthi Discusses Trump’s Disastrous War·Mar 11, 2026
“… It's just wrong. I mean, I think it's interesting to me that big chunks of MAGA have genuinely moved on national security stuff. Like it's not just Tucker Carlson opposing the war because of Israel. It's like Megyn Kelly, as you mentioned, it's Daily Wire people. It's Charlie Kirk used to talk about his opposition to the war in Iran. And then there's the fringy types like Alex Jones and Nick Fuentes and stuff. um but at fox news it is 2004 every single day it is 100 pure uncut pro-war propaganda it's fox and friends it's like brian kill me this morning was uh essentially calling oil tankers who won't go …”“… It's like, it's fucking war. What are you doing? I talked to Pat Ryan about this. He said like he from a lot of his veteran buddies, this is one of the things he's heard about the most is how offensive and gross it is like meme-ify or gamify war. It's just wrong. I mean, I think it's interesting to me that big chunks of MAGA have genuinely moved on national security stuff. Like it's not just Tucker Carlson opposing the war because of Israel. It's like Megyn Kelly, as you mentioned, it's Daily Wire people. It's Charlie Kirk used to talk about his opposition to the war in Iran. And then there's the fringy types like Alex Jones and Nick Fuentes and stuff. um but at fox news it is 2004 every single day it is 100 pure uncut pro-war propaganda it's fox and friends it's like brian kill me this morning was uh essentially calling oil tankers who won't go through the straight of hormuz pussies yeah you catch that yeah that was interesting and there's mark levin just like pure hardcore regime change guy and so lindsey graham going on sean hannity tonight of course to keep up the fucking media tour why not and so the white house is like trying to meme its way through the war it's like spongebob it's …”View more
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Turning war into a meme is not only offensive but also reveals a deep disconnect from reality. This segment discusses how the media's portrayal of conflict, particularly through gamified content, fails to resonate with younger audiences who see the gravity of war. The conversation highlights the moral implications and the dishonor it brings to those who sacrifice their lives in service.
Pod Save America·Trump Says War Is Over, Vows to Keep Fighting·Mar 10, 2026
“… And I hear crickets. So let me make a suggestion to the Republicans gathering at Doral in Florida. It's time to speak out. the fact of the matter is Carlson is doing Russia's bidding China's bidding and Iran's bidding even Qatar has distanced itself from Tucker Carlson even Qatar so I asked the Republicans in the House if Qatar can do it can you do it I asked the Republicans in the Senate If Qatar can do it can you do it And if you don you going to destroy yourselves Because if you stand for nothing, there's no reason to vote for you.”“… break-off that is out there spewing third-right propaganda, trashing our president, trashing the Republican Party, claiming that they're going to defeat MAGA and they're going to defeat the GOP and there's going to be a third party or a third way? And I hear crickets. So let me make a suggestion to the Republicans gathering at Doral in Florida. It's time to speak out. the fact of the matter is Carlson is doing Russia's bidding China's bidding and Iran's bidding even Qatar has distanced itself from Tucker Carlson even Qatar so I asked the Republicans in the House if Qatar can do it can you do it I asked the Republicans in the Senate If Qatar can do it can you do it And if you don you going to destroy yourselves Because if you stand for nothing, there's no reason to vote for you.”View more
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The Republican Party risks losing its identity by failing to confront internal dissenters who undermine its values. At their annual summit, a call was made for a unified voice against those promoting harmful ideologies, emphasizing the need for moral clarity and principled leadership. Without this, the party faces a bleak future where voters have no reason to support them.
Mark Levin Podcast·3/9/26 - War in Iran: President's Bold Moves and Military Successes·Mar 10, 2026
“Let's start with Tucker Carlson, because you guys have both been really outspoken on Tucker. Jamie, you're doing most of it on Twitter with usual kind of quick retorts to him. and Jacob, you've dissected a lot of the nonsense that he's been spouting in slightly longer form videos, but I want to show you something from this week. We played it earlier in the week. Tucker quite literally made up, fabricated a story that there were Mossad agents running around Qatar creating …”“Let's start with Tucker Carlson, because you guys have both been really outspoken on Tucker. Jamie, you're doing most of it on Twitter with usual kind of quick retorts to him. and Jacob, you've dissected a lot of the nonsense that he's been spouting in slightly longer form videos, but I want to show you something from this week. We played it earlier in the week. Tucker quite literally made up, fabricated a story that there were Mossad agents running around Qatar creating chaos. This is what he said on his show. So it's probably not, hasn't been reported, but it's a fact that last night in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, authorities arrested Mossad agents planning on committing bombings in those countries. Now, that's weird. It doesn't make any sense. Why would the Israelis be committing bombings in two Gulf countries, which …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's repeated fabrications erode his credibility, as he consistently fails to correct false claims, undermining journalistic integrity.
Tucker Carlson's repeated fabrication of stories, like the false claim about Mossad agents in Qatar, reflects a dangerous trend of misinformation that undermines journalistic integrity and public trust.
The Rubin Report·Tucker Carlson Humiliated as He's Caught Making Up Story About Iran·Mar 06, 2026
“… and we're going to settle down. But you have to divorce yourself from these extremist agents. And that's going to be very hard for him. But when Tucker Carlson, again, I have to preface it, I was on his show for years. I never heard any of this. In fact, there's a, I don't know if you've seen it, there's an internet potpourri of things he said about the dangers of radical Islam and Iran. I mean, man, he was really formidably in favor of watching, being vigilant. And now what he's saying is almost, you know, pro-Islam. So, but nevertheless, when he says that Donald Trump's decision was evil to hit …”“… MAGA people and to JD. You've got to clean this stuff up. And I will promise you I'm going to adhere to, you know, MAGA principles. We had to take out the Iranian stuff and we had to get rid of this communist thug. And now we're done for the time being and we're going to settle down. But you have to divorce yourself from these extremist agents. And that's going to be very hard for him. But when Tucker Carlson, again, I have to preface it, I was on his show for years. I never heard any of this. In fact, there's a, I don't know if you've seen it, there's an internet potpourri of things he said about the dangers of radical Islam and Iran. I mean, man, he was really formidably in favor of watching, being vigilant. And now what he's saying is almost, you know, pro-Islam. So, but nevertheless, when he says that Donald Trump's decision was evil to hit Iran, and then I want to be very careful because he has been mischaracterized. He didn't say Americans are going to go rape Iranian. He said that when you demand unconditional surrender, now who did that? Who said we're going to have unconditional surrender over the weekend? Donald Trump. He said any time in history when you want, I'm paraphrasing, …”View more
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Tucker Carlson's recent statements on unconditional surrender and its implications for U.S. soldiers have sparked significant debate. He suggested that demanding unconditional surrender leads to horrific acts, which is historically inaccurate, especially regarding American soldiers in World War II. This raises questions about the narratives surrounding military actions and the portrayal of U.S. forces in conflicts like those in Iran.
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words·Victor Davis Hanson: Iran’s Chaos Strategy, Trump’s Political Tightrope, Cuba, and California’s DEI Push·Mar 15, 2026
“… say, dummy, you said this would happen and that didn't happen. But it's a fairly low cost failure. But the rewards are substantial. Right. If you're Tucker Carlson or whatever. Right. Being right about a thing that you don't know how it's going to go going badly pays dividends. Right. If you say, I told you all, I told you all this war would be a disaster. And, of course, it is become self-fulfilling in its own way because the limiting rage Donald Trump once said that the only limit on his power internationally was his own conscience. The only limit that the first and most important practical limit on …”“… poorly, there is little consequence to be had, right? If you predict doom and gloom and everything works out, yeah, somebody will, actually when I say somebody, You, John Podoretz, will come back with the receipts and post them on the Internet and say, dummy, you said this would happen and that didn't happen. But it's a fairly low cost failure. But the rewards are substantial. Right. If you're Tucker Carlson or whatever. Right. Being right about a thing that you don't know how it's going to go going badly pays dividends. Right. If you say, I told you all, I told you all this war would be a disaster. And, of course, it is become self-fulfilling in its own way because the limiting rage Donald Trump once said that the only limit on his power internationally was his own conscience. The only limit that the first and most important practical limit on Donald Trump's use of power internationally is his approval rating and among independent voters and the consequences for Republicans in key races. and so it becomes self-fulfilling that negative coverage helps drive down public support and a decrease in public support saps the war effort of the strength that it needs.”View more
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Predicting doom in warfare can be surprisingly low-risk for pundits, as the consequences for being wrong are minimal. However, this negative coverage can have real-world impacts, driving down public support and weakening the war effort. This dynamic reveals how media narratives can shape political realities, especially in the context of Trump's foreign policy.
The Commentary Magazine Podcast·Wishcasting Failure·Mar 11, 2026
“… congressional Democrats. We have an enemy within, ladies and gentlemen, they're called Marxists and Islamists. An enemy within. They're called Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly. Steve Bannon. And a host of others. 85% of Republicans support the President of the United States and the United States military. almost the opposite amount of Democrats and so the Democrats in order to counter this spectacular military campaign it's a peace mission it's a peace mission for us, for the Middle East, for the entire world it's a peace mission Operation Epic Fury they have launched Operation Sabotage and they're …”“While Spain sat on the sidelines, Britain sat on the sidelines, France sat on the sidelines, Germany sat on the sidelines, not a little Israel. We have an enemy within, ladies and gentlemen. They're called... congressional Democrats. We have an enemy within, ladies and gentlemen, they're called Marxists and Islamists. An enemy within. They're called Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly. Steve Bannon. And a host of others. 85% of Republicans support the President of the United States and the United States military. almost the opposite amount of Democrats and so the Democrats in order to counter this spectacular military campaign it's a peace mission it's a peace mission for us, for the Middle East, for the entire world it's a peace mission Operation Epic Fury they have launched Operation Sabotage and they're trying to sabotage our men and women in uniform, our military. They trying to sabotage the commander President Trump They trying to sabotage our allies the Israelis and Prime Minister Netanyahu And they will fail Because we red Americans you patriots Mr and Mrs America you want us to crush this enemy. Crush it. For all time. No more threats about …”View more
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The real enemy within America isn't foreign; it's the congressional Democrats and media figures sabotaging military efforts. With 85% of Republicans supporting the military and President Trump, the opposition is accused of undermining a crucial peace mission in the Middle East, dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury.' This segment highlights the call to crush the perceived threats to American security and unity.
Mark Levin Podcast·The Best Of Mark Levin - 3/7/26·Mar 07, 2026
“… license and works now mostly as an influencer. Her Instagram profile includes photos and clips of her with Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Bill Maher, Tucker Carlson, as well as longevity specialists and I think the founder, but I'm not sure, of at least one skincare brand whose primary spokesperson appears at the moment to be trad wife Wundefrau Nara Aziza Smith. Means posts take aim at what she calls ultra processed foods. She cites sourceless statistics about increases in the prevalence of various diseases upticks in childhood onset this and that and speaks in an alarming and in this administration very …”“… medicine, citation, and as such is pseudoscientific, citation, and has been described as a form of quackery, citation, citation, citation, citation, citation. Casey founded a practice in Portland, Oregon, which has closed. She does not hold a medical license and works now mostly as an influencer. Her Instagram profile includes photos and clips of her with Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Bill Maher, Tucker Carlson, as well as longevity specialists and I think the founder, but I'm not sure, of at least one skincare brand whose primary spokesperson appears at the moment to be trad wife Wundefrau Nara Aziza Smith. Means posts take aim at what she calls ultra processed foods. She cites sourceless statistics about increases in the prevalence of various diseases upticks in childhood onset this and that and speaks in an alarming and in this administration very familiar tone about all the ways various establishment forces conspire to diminish the health of Americans or keep them from knowledge about what true health really looks like. Like RFK Jr. and so many others associated with the current American administration, there are kernels of truth in her criticisms. The American healthcare industry is …”View more
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Casey Means, nominated by Trump for Surgeon General, raises eyebrows due to her unlicensed status and alternative medicine background. While she critiques the American healthcare system and processed foods, her methods are often deemed pseudoscientific. This nomination could redefine the role of the nation's doctor in unprecedented ways.
Never Post·Not What You Know, but How You Know: Science Communicators Roundtable·Mar 05, 2026
“… like to go on a rant just because we kind of touched on it. Are you familiar with Professor Jiang? He is a social media YouTuber. He was recently on Tucker Carlson's whatever podcast he has. Oh, man. Damn. Talking about the war in Iran and how it was caused by Israel, you know, kind of trafficking in anti-Semitic tropes, whether or not, you know, the central claim that this is something that Netanyahu has wanted to do for a while, whether or not that's true. The kind of verbiage around it was very alarming. but so Jiang in like 2024 predicted one that Trump would win and then two he would go to war with …”“I'd like to go on a rant just because we kind of touched on it. Are you familiar with Professor Jiang? He is a social media YouTuber. He was recently on Tucker Carlson's whatever podcast he has. Oh, man. Damn. Talking about the war in Iran and how it was caused by Israel, you know, kind of trafficking in anti-Semitic tropes, whether or not, you know, the central claim that this is something that Netanyahu has wanted to do for a while, whether or not that's true. The kind of verbiage around it was very alarming. but so Jiang in like 2024 predicted one that Trump would win and then two he would go to war with Iran and that three it would go really badly in the way that it is going badly now oh no asymmetrical attacks very expensive gasoline etc etc etc and this was like this is like part of his you know why people gravitate to him I just want to say one not a professor but that doesn't matter. That's actually the least of my criticism. He's a Beijing …”View more
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Jiang's alarming predictions about a potential war in Iran, fueled by anti-Semitic tropes, sparked significant debate. He controversially claimed that Trump's presidency would lead to military conflict, a scenario that critics argue is based on well-known historical analyses rather than original insight. This segment dissects the validity of Jiang's assertions and the implications of his rhetoric in today's political landscape.