Hour 2 - Kimmel Comeback?
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show
iHeartPodcasts
4.5 • 11.4K Ratings
🗓️ 22 September 2025
⏱️ 37 minutes
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Summary
Hour 2 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show delivers a sharp and layered analysis of the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension from ABC, exploring the intersection of media bias, corporate strategy, and political influence. The hosts argue that Kimmel’s suspension was not a principled stand against offensive content, but rather a calculated move by Disney CEO Bob Iger to curry favor with the Trump administration.
This theory is tied to Disney’s reported interest in acquiring the NFL Network, a deal that would require regulatory approval and political goodwill. The conversation also highlights the role of affiliate networks like Nexstar and Sinclair, which may choose not to carry Kimmel’s show even if ABC reinstates him, further complicating the media landscape.
The hosts draw comparisons to past cancellations of conservative figures such as Roseanne Barr and Gina Carano, both of whom were removed from Disney projects for controversial speech. They argue that the selective outrage and inconsistent enforcement of speech standards reveal a deep ideological bias within corporate media. Clay and Buck emphasize their support for free speech across the board, even defending figures they personally disagree with, and criticize the hypocrisy of those who only defend speech when it aligns with their politics.
The hour also features listener engagement, including a call from Cindy in upstate New York, a lifelong Democrat who voted for President Trump in 2024 and now identifies as an “enlightened Democrat.” Her story reflects a broader trend of political realignment among listeners, which the hosts proudly attribute to the influence of their show. Another caller shares a moving account of attending the Charlie Kirk Memorial, describing the emotional impact of the event and a viral moment featuring Chris Toman singing “Hallelujah” acapella.
Throughout the segment, Clay and Buck reflect on the importance of personal loyalty, especially in the public eye. They discuss Adam Carolla’s friendship with Jimmy Kimmel despite political differences, and preview Carolla’s upcoming appearance in Hour 3 to share his perspective on the controversy. The hosts also share humorous anecdotes about their mothers defending them online and their kids mocking their fashion choices, adding levity and relatability to the broadcast.
The hour closes with breaking news about Bruce Pearl stepping down as Auburn’s head basketball coach, with speculation that he may run for Senate in Alabama. Pearl is described as a prominent Jewish Republican voice, and his potential candidacy is framed as a significant development in the political landscape. The hosts underscore the need for ideological diversity in media and politics, warning that Disney’s current trajectory risks alienating both sides of the political spectrum.
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| 0:00.0 | This is an IHeart podcast. |
| 0:04.1 | All right. |
| 0:04.9 | Second hour of Clay and Buck starts right now. |
| 0:07.3 | Thanks for being here with us, everybody. |
| 0:08.7 | And last week, you will recall, with far more important stories in our sites, the suspension, |
| 0:20.5 | important word there, suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, |
| 0:24.9 | an unfunny late-night comedy host, became a cause among Democrats. |
| 0:31.7 | Republicans are embracing cancel culture, the First Amendment, all this stuff. |
| 0:36.5 | I have a few thoughts on this, because first of all, the latest reporting is that Disney is considering bringing him back. |
| 0:48.4 | So this would be a suspend. |
| 0:50.0 | That's why the suspension versus cancellation is a very interesting part of the conversation. |
| 0:56.7 | I would also add that Clay, the whole, oh my gosh, the FCC, all that stuff that we were hearing last week. |
| 1:07.6 | Well, if they're just going to bring him back, what does that mean about all that |
| 1:11.2 | FCC talk? It means that it was Disney's decision in the first place, Disney's decision |
| 1:16.7 | in the last place. It is a private company that is making this choice. Now, I wonder what |
| 1:24.5 | they're going to do here. And Clay, you understand that I want you to lay this out for everybody because I don't, |
| 1:29.2 | I don't follow the machinations of the corporate, of the corporate suite of media as closely as you do, right? |
| 1:37.8 | Then the mergers and acquisitions and all that stuff. |
| 1:41.6 | You know, who owns who? |
| 1:42.9 | I still, I have to remind myself who owns NBC again and who bought Paramount and |
| 1:47.5 | where's Viacom and all this and Discovery Channel is what and, you know, these things |
| 1:52.2 | are always in flux. |
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