Ruthless Podcast

🎙️ Dems are getting crushed by good ideas from the Trump administration, and their solution to push back is creating songs. We have yet to find a recording of this song, but we will not rest until the new “we shine blue” bop is in our hands. They also have a Kilmar Armando García song, and we have a clip of it. ⚡️ The WaPo editorial board wrote a cringe piece about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, which is such a desperate effort to be relevant. Glad to learn that they approve, I’m sure the Swift family can now rest easy. PLUS dems get hammered on crime and it doesn’t stop. 🐘 Our man in the press pool, John Ashbrook, has interviews from the South Lawn with Ambassador Monica Crowley and Secretary Brooke Rollins, as well as the DC Mayor admitting what her party refused to say out loud. 00:00 - The DNC is Run By Theater Kids 18:49 - Listener Feedback on Minneapolis Shooting 31:10 - Ambassador Monica Crowley 36:04 - Another GOP Convention and Taylor Swift Makes Good WaPo Clickbait 51:21 - DC’s Mayor Admits Trump is Helping 59:51 - Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

🎙️ The fellas dig into how poorly democrat run cities are and how it relates to the tragedy in Minneapolis. And not just at the catholic school, there were three murders in the preceding 13 hours in that city. Democrats know that lack of law enforcement is hurting people and they just don’t care. Holmes, Smug and Ashbrook discuss why so many democrat elected leaders turn a blind eye to what’s happening in their towns. ⚡️ CNN offered an explanation of the underlying shooter motivation, and they arrived on ‘this person was in pain.’ Absolutely not helpful content from the communist news network. 💥 PLUS a little variety with a CBS anchor melting when hearing about Taylor Swift - she is a true American hero. Holmes on how men and women differ with the Taylor Swift news, and Southwest Airlines decides to charge those fatties extra. We talked to Chief Clem from AFP who discussed his time in border enforcement and how AFP is rolling up their sleeves to help. 00:00 - Can Democrats Learn Anything from Their Crime Policies? 11:33 - Troubled Criminals and How Minneapolis Reminds us of Nashville 29:32 - The Blue City Crime Problem 36:30 - Trump's Polling Looks Good, Especially On Crime 53:21 - Taylor Swift's Engagement Creates A Meltdown for Journo 1:05:34 - Border Security with Chief Chris Clem Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

🎙️ Trump has somehow made the democrat party one that supports crime - what a Jedi mind trick. We break down the best clips from Monday’s signing of an EO on crime. We look at Mamdami’s proposals on crime and contrast those to what Trump is doing on crime in D.C. ⚡Do you even lift, bro? Mamdani answers that question for the whole world. An old liberal white woman’s protest sign in VA is patently offensive, but she doesn’t care at all. Abrego Garcia is back in the news….is he finally getting deported? 💥 PLUS a journo drank his own urine and blood to survive in the wilderness, ESPN really loves the WNBA and the best baseball highlight that has ever been - or ever will be. Period. Full stop. 00:00 - Duncan is Our Own Typhoid Mary and Democrat Land Acknowledgments 08:01 - Trump on Crime Executive Orders and Pritzker’s Heavy Resistance 24:29 - NYC: The Incubator of Democrat Ideas and Mamdani on Crime 40:25 - Confused Liberal Protestors 52:49 - Abrego Garcia Is Getting Sent to Uganda and Climate Journos 01:02:41 - ESPN’s Icon Artwork is Missing Some Faces 01:06:29 - The Greatest Baseball Highlight of All Time Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

🎙️ More bad news for democrats, namely, they can’t raise any money. These horrifying numbers on the heels of terrible voter registration numbers are all bad omens for what’s to come. The fellas review some amazing videos, like JD Vance owning a heckler - or a woman arguing about her cultural appropriation with a cop. Law and order are back in DC. ⚡️ ️Lawyers are making some of the best videos. From a PA immigration lawyer who doesn’t speak a word of Spanish to a Rhode Island AG who channeled her inner Karen, the fellas reviewed the best of the week. PLUS Gavin doesn’t know what to do with his hands and the Subway Sandwich guy becomes a hero for ‘The Resistance.’ ⚾️ To kick off your weekend, the Padres' on-field security team doesn’t play (even if you’re just a kid). The Washington Post is thirsty for Gen Z and doing a little sketch comedy, Eric Adams has more legal trouble, and F-15 tarmac ejection updates. 00:00 - The D.C. Cleanup and JD Handles Hecklers 08:27 - DC Protestors Are Appropriators 12:28 - PA Immigration Lawyer Out of His Depth 16:40 - Speaking of Lawyers - Enjoy This Rhode Island Confrontation 25:18 - Gavin Newsom's Social Media Strategy 28:46 - The "Sandwich Guy" becomes a Hero of the Resistance 32:13 - The New York Appeals Court Throws Out $500 Million Penalty against Trump 39:30 - Listener Feedback from Thursday’s Question of the Day 42:58 - Eric Adams’ Bribery In A Potato Chip Bag 51:17 - WaPo's Sketch Comedy Jam for Gen Z 56:13 - The Padres Security Give Zero F’s️ Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢The National Association of Manufacturing is ready to watch manufacturing soar to new heights in America: https://nam.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

🎙️ The democrat party is in free fall, and it’s obvious why. The fellas review the current state of democratic politics and the outrageous comments that are tarnishing how the American people view the parties. 🫏 What the NY Times dubbed ‘The Death Cycle of Democrats’ shows that they are hemorrhaging voters at an unprecedented pace. And these numbers might actually be worse than they look on paper, which is already terrible. The fellas review how registrations are going for both sides of the aisle. 🥊 King of the Hill has Cheri Jacobus facing off against challenger Rick Wilson, and there’s a surprising amount of Gavin Newsom soft-core fantasy images. ⚡ ️Our lightning round has a grown adult fighting a child for a free t-shirt and Smug isn’t having it. This reveals a larger underlying issue in our society and the fellas try to get to the bottom of it. 00:00 - Why Democrats Are In Free Fall, Like Calling ICE Terrorists 15:49 - The NYTimes Says Dems Are BLEEDING Support 36:58 - Breaking News: Including Who Made The Map? 46:05 - Trump Gets Press Sympathy In This Hot Mic Moment 48:53 - King of the Hill: Cheri Jacobus vs Rick Wilson 1:00:23 - Fighting Literal Children For Free Swag Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

🎙️ Many D.C. residents are actually glad to see help arrive, just like the Progrum knew would happen. The fellas contrast this with the journo overreaction to D.C. improvements in safety. Then, some mouthy protestors get a dose of their own medicine from the reinforcements. 🇺🇦 Trump had a busy weekend and Zelensky had a visit to the Oval Office. The best moments from the presser, and what an America First solution looks like in action. ⚡ ️Lightning round as we chat about MSNBC changing to MS NOW: same boring liberalism, new logo. Jim Comey has to make himself the center of every news story, so, he’s a Swifty now? OK. And this ESPN host learns the hard way that there are multiple players with the same name. 00:00:00 - D.C. Crime Starts to Come Down and Protestors Are Furious 14:36:00 - Trump Meets Putin and Zelensky and What Is His Doctrine 39:52:00 - The True Role of the US in a Ukrainian-Russian Peace Deal 43:02:00 - Fantastic Listener Comments About Sandwich Tossing 48:06:00 - Jim Comey Is A Swiftie 52:55:00 - MSNBC Rebrands and Kills The News Division 55:25:00 - The WSJ Stands Up for the Fatties 01:04:10 - ESPN is In Freefall Now, It’s Official Related Keywords Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Ukraine, Russia, DC Crime, Law Enforcement, Peace Deals, Foreign Policy, MSNBC, Jim Comey, Taylor Swift, Fat Acceptance, Obesity, ESPN, Barry Sanders, NFL, Media Bias, Mainstream Media, Progressive Politics Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

🎙️ It’s finally Friday and the fellas open with some of the funniest pieces from the week that was. Kicking it off, a little free advice for Mayor Pete: if you want to be President, you should probably have a better answer on Gaza than just vamping for 2 minutes. Eric Swalwell talks about ICE agents and a little-known politician has a great time in the back of a cop car. The fellas preview today's Putin / Trump meeting in Alaska and give insights into what happens if no deal can be reached. Plus a little advice if you’re ever a tourist in an F-15, namely, don’t pull the yellow and black striped handles.️  Before your fantasy draft, we review the top democrats and who you should draft or drop. Who performed at training camp? Who has nothing left in the tank? Tune in to find out. 00:00 - How To Make Jungle Juice, AKA Hunch Punch 06:00 - Mayor Pete Serves a Word Salad on Gaza 12:30 - What’s The Difference Between ANTIFA and ICE? 16:42 - Chuck Feels Safe and So Should You 20:00 - Dems in Cop Cars and Assaults with Deadly Sandwiches 36:05 - Alaska’s Putin Summit and Trump’s NATO Success 53:38 - The (mutant) Bunnies Are Coming 59:51 - The Democrat Draft 1:05:15 - When To Punch Out of an F-15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

🎙️ National news has turned its attention to our capital city and the fellas have some strong opinions about the actions taken by Donald Trump on crime. From this media firestorm have come some amazing clips, like the DC Chief of Police not knowing what the phrase ‘chain of command’ means. 🚔 It’s a total meltdown on MSNBC where they are doing a little anti-police content, plus this is a problem because of… climate change? ⚡I️t’s time for King of the Hill!  A battle of titans where Jen Rubin and Cheri Jacobus duke it out. A hearty congratulations to Greg Gutfeld for totally crushing his Tonight Show appearance. And, be careful who you cat-call, especially in the UK - not that Smug knows where that is. 00:00 - The Media Goes Into a Total Meltdown Over DC 06:23 - Some of The Best Media Moments from MSNBC 19:59 - What’s the ‘Chain of Command?’ 27:14 - Why The Right Can Finally Do Something About Crime 50:23 - King of the Hill 56:22 - Lightning Round: Cat-Calling and Greg Gutfeld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

🎙️If anyone doubted that Donald Trump is tough on crime, look no further than D.C. and his press conference from yesterday. The fellas give a perspective that no one else has, living and working in D.C. - and trust us, it’s worse than you think. Also, journos making excuses has a compelling backstory that you have to hear. 🫏 Mayor Pete has a black voter problem, in that they hate him. Or at least 100% of those polled hate him. James Carville is back and Ruben Gallegos presidential run can’t get off the starting blocks in Iowa. Watch dems making excuses for their own gerrymandering. ⚓ ️This Chinese boat collision is amazing, and you really have to see it to believe it (sorry podcast listeners). And Duncan shares some unfortunate news about the current Minnesota Viking cheerleader roster. Don’t take this away from him, it’s all he has! 00:00 - The D.C. Crime Reality and Misinformation 09:00 - The Left's Ideological Stance on Crime 18:56 - Falsified Crime Stats in D.C. 25:35 - Examples of Crime Out of Control 32:00 - The Dangers of Woke Urban Leadership 39:40 - Mayor Pete’s Inability to Connect to Black Voters 52:23 - The Return of James Carville + Ruben Gallego's Iowa Failure 59:00 - Dem Excuses for Gerrymandering 01:10:38 - An Update on Chinese Drivers… of boats 01:13:04 - Duncan Updates Holmes on His Beloved Vikings Our Sponsors: ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

🎙️ The fellas are stepping up their work for the boomer viewers of the pod with our new Thank A Boomer shirts. After unveiling that, down to business. 🐘 Texas Gov. Abbott breaks down how the democrats leaving the state will ultimately end, but also raises the concerns for how the voters are being constantly taken advantage of. And, of course, a little UT football talk. ⚡Barack Obama weighed into the Texas legislators abandoning their jobs, whether we wanted him to or not, then more democrat infighting around the Biden health cover-up. PLUS the Washington Post implosion, blue wild pigs, and how to get thrown out of an airport. 00:00 - Our new "Thank A Boomer" shirt ( https://store.ruthlesspodcast.com/ ) 03:59 - Governor Greg Abbott 15:19 - Post-interview reactions and the Democrats' lack of accountability 21:18 - Who democrats are actually accountable to 29:21 - Obama's hypocrisy and a question of the day 49:15 - The Biden-Harris beef and other news Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

🎙️ Howard Stern is just the latest liberal figure to find himself on the outs. And speaking of fired left-wing media figures, the fellas try to make sense of Jim Acosta interviewing an AI avatar. It’s beyond cringe, then they speculate about who is the next media figure to get pushed out. 🚔 It’s time to federalize D.C.! Not just because of this latest incident receiving media attention. There is a long list of grievances and reasons why it’s in the best interest of everyone. ⚡ ️King of the Hill with Jen Rubin and George Conway, naked hikers that are up for pics and the latest from the WNBA’s struggles off the court. 00:00 - Howard Stern is a bitter old lady and Jim Acosta is a disgrace 30:00 - How the democrat party continues to scam the American people 42:27 - Who will be the next late-night host to get fired. 51:17 - It’s time to federalize D.C. 01:09:36 - King of the Hill 01:15:16 - Animal news, WNBA update and nude hiker photo ops Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

🎙️There’s pushback to Trump’s decision to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test, and it’s because of body-shaming? Watching film on Sen. Warren, maybe some additional core days would be good for the elderly. ⚡Dems have a solution for their aging audience and we’re not surprised by it: throw a bunch of money at influencers to carry their water. Not sure how that’s a new plan, but… Also, a little breaking news, Sen. Martin Heinrich’s PAC wants to treat supporters. ️😘 Trump weighs in on the Sydney Sweeney online fight, Denmark is feeding predators like the T-Rex in Jurassic park, your WNBA update and a touching story about Duncan’s childhood guinea pig. 😂 And fan favorite guest Guy Benson talks serious issues like Gaza, but still has time to play Hard Pivot with the fellas. Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ 00:00 - The New York Times Meltdown on Presidential Fitness Tests 12:22 - Elizabeth Warren Falls and Ted Cruz Reacts 15:35 - Senator Martin Heinrich's Mexico Fundraiser 19:35 - Democrats' $110 Million "Content Creator" Plan 27:28 - Guy Benson on Gaza, Young Democrats Diet of BS and Texas Democrats 57:21 - Hard Pivot with Guy Benson 1:09:00 - Trump on Sydney Sweeney and Denmark Is Killing The Pets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Join the Ruthless Variety Program for an exclusive interview with Vice President JD Vance. Keeping America Safe, UFO videos, Sydney Sweeney backlash, sharing wild stories about life as VP—like hiking with the nuclear football, missing driving, and breaking the Ohio State championship trophy—VP Vance gets Ruthless. Hear about NFL obsessions, Bengals Super Bowl hopes, staying grounded with high school buddies, and tackling big issues like law enforcement in Cincinnati. Plus, post-interview takes on media mishaps, Kamala Harris' book excuses, and bizarre news like thieving monkeys in Bali. Subscribe now for weekly episodes full of satire, insights, and variety! ⁠#JDVance⁠ ⁠#RuthlessPodcast⁠ ⁠#Politics⁠ ⁠#UFOs⁠ ⁠#NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

🎙️ Democrats know they need to make themselves culturally relevant, but they just don’t seem to know how to do it. Between making TikToks that border on elder abuse, or screaming from the well of the Senate - nothing seems to be working. Meanwhile, Trump keeps racking up wins across Europe. 💥 Turns out, you can’t say that on television. Jim Kramer gets a little spicy on the news, and there’s plenty of Trump being a boss across the EU to keep us busy. ⚡️ Disney adults are somehow getting worse as the fellas break down some TikToks and play the latest rage against Sydney Sweeney for her amazing genes. 🤖 White House Chief Technology Officer, Michael Kratsios, on America’s golden age of innovation. 00:00 - Democrats Take To TikTok To Be Cool 16:49 - Kramer Drops an F-Bomb and Trump is King of Europe 31:12 - Trump's Trade Deals: The EU Breakthrough 50:33 - King of the Hill: Rubin vs Filipkowski 59:02 - Soccer's Newest Fan, Damn Disney Adults and A Very Enjoyable Sign 01:09:45 - Michael Kratsios on America's AI Future Our Sponsors: ➢Thank Sen. Thune and Pres. Trump for their hard work to pass one of the largest tax cuts in history: https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

🎙️ Sydney Sweeney is being called a fascist because of an ad for jeans. This is the sort of vintage woke-left content that has been quiet since Trump took office. 🌎 EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin breaks news on the progrum announcing the repeal of the "endangerment finding," a 2009 Obama-era regulation. This finding declared carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases as pollutants endangering human health, which then served as the basis for a slew of regulations on vehicles, airplanes, and manufacturing. Zeldin explained that this repeal is the largest deregulatory action in U.S. history, projected to save Americans over $1 trillion. 🐘 GOP Chair Michael Whatley discusses North Carolina, the 2026 Senate map and if they’re feeling confident going into the midterms. ⚡️PLUS polling is terrible for Dems, NGO’s are stealing from America’s poorest and Eric Swalwell is just pumping iron in a totally normal way. 00:00 - The Woke Left is Calling Sydney Sweeney a Fascist 18:16 - EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Breaks News 30:16 - Zeldin on Exposing Environmental Justice Spending 47:19 - What Zeldin’s News Means 57:00 - New Pew Poll: Democrats Losing Voters Across All Demographics 01:09:00 - RNC Chairman Michael Whatley and the North Carolina Senate Race Our Sponsors: ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/➢Pass working family tax cuts. Learn more at https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

Join the Ruthless Variety Program crew; Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook, for a heartfelt tribute to Hulk Hogan. Reflecting on his larger-than-life legacy as an 80s icon, from Hulkamania and WWF triumphs to his epic RNC moment supporting Trump, the fellas discuss how wrestling mirrors American politics (shoutout to Vince McMahon's Netflix doc). Packed with laughs: Childhood Hulk sightings, wrestling games, concert tales from Chicago to Fleetwood Mac, Hunter Biden's savage Pod Bros takedown, Dem hypocrisy on Biden's age, and sports blunders like NFL mishaps. Question of the Day: Your favorite Hulk Hogan moment? Subscribe, rate 5 stars, and visit ruthlesspodcast.com for free bumper stickers. Unfiltered fun on politics, culture, and more—stay ruthless! Our Sponsors:➢Pass working family tax cuts. Learn more at https://www.onenationamerica.org/➢Want to make a difference in your community? https://takeonesmallstep.org/ Join AFP's grass-roots efforts at https://afpvolunteer.com/➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://lightsonenergy.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

In this episode of the Ruthless Variety Program, hosts Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook interview Senate Majority Leader John Thune on the GOP's massive wins: tax cuts, no tax on tips/overtime, spending reforms, border security, and energy dominance via the "Big Beautiful Bill." Thune discusses Democrat obstruction on nominations, government funding battles, midterm strategies, and potential NIL reforms in college sports. The crew dives into the Russia hoax, Trump's treason accusations against Obama, and leftist lunacy. Guest Daniel Bassali from Americans for Prosperity spotlights the "One Small Step" campaign for America's 250th anniversary, celebrating founding principles and everyday heroes. Plus, the fan-favorite "King of the Hill" roasts Joe Walsh and Ron Filipkowski. Listen for unfiltered insights and laughs – subscribe now on your favorite podcast app! Visit ruthlesspodcast.com for more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 8 July 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2025

🎙️ The fellas bask in the $16M glory that is the latest Trump legal victory. Who else would build their empire like this?  🏊 Then, UPenn caves to the will of Donald Trump and Linda McMahon takes a well-earned victory lap. Holmes gives credit to Riley Gaines, who took an unpopular position when this all started, to her credit.  ⚡️ The lightning round features Alligator Alcatraz, or Gator GITMO, Democratic meltdown around the Big Beautiful Bill and then we play some King of the Hill. 👩🏻‍⚖️ Then, Diddy fans are extra, and it's just not okay. 🗳️ It was another banner week for DJT — enjoy it with Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan and John Ashbrook. Our Sponsors: ➢Don't repeal energy tax credits. Learn more at https://www.builtforamerica.us/ ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at http://wedeliverforamerica.org/ ➢Pass working family tax cuts. Learn more at https://www.onenationamerica.org/ ➢Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit https://www.chevron.com/America to learn more. ➢Tell Congress to expand spectrum, learn more at https://endthecableopoly.org/

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

🎙️Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook unpack a historic week: President Trump’s surgical strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, executed with zero U.S. casualties, crippled Iran’s capabilities while their weak retaliation fizzled, showcasing America First precision. NATO allies, inspired by Trump’s leadership, now pledge 5% GDP to defense, with Germany set to become Europe’s largest military power, buying American-made equipment. 💪 The Big Beautiful Bill secures border wall funding, $1.7T in spending cuts, and the largest tax cut in U.S. history for working families is on track to meet Trump’s ambitious July 4th deadline, defying media skepticism. 🛡️ Why it matters: Trump’s global and domestic wins, from Middle East peace momentum to economic growth via tax cuts, contrast with Dems’ socialist self-destruction. 🗳️Question of the day: Will Congress meet Trump’s July 4th deadline for the Big Beautiful Bill, and what’s your celebration look like?  👇 Leave a five star review and subscribe for raw, unfiltered truth! ➢Don't repeal energy tax credits. Learn more at https://www.builtforamerica.us/ ➢Pass working family tax cuts. Learn more at https://www.OneNationAmerica.org ➢Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. ➢Learn more at https://www.WeDeliverForAmerica.org ➢Williams is ready to build the infrastructure that will keep the economy strong and secure. Learn more at https://www.Williams.com ➢Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to https://www.LightsOnEnergy.org ➢Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to https://www.ProtectProsperity.com

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

🎙️ Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook break down a seismic week in politics! President Trump’s precision strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities delivers a masterclass in America First foreign policy—no U.S. casualties, Iran’s weak response fizzles, and NATO allies now pledge 5% GDP to defense, bowing to Trump’s leadership. 💪 Democrats, meanwhile, spiral into chaos, embracing a socialist nominee in NYC, Zohran Mamdani. He's a radical who pushes abolishing police, prisons, and private health insurance while cheering state-run grocery stores. 😱 Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries dodge condemning his extremism, exposing the Dems’ lurch toward socialism. 🔨 King of the Hill pits Smokin’ Joe Walsh against Cheri Jacobus in a hilarious showdown of unhinged takes. 🏆 Brent Gardner from AFP joins the progrum to talk about the BBB and AFP's efforts to get results for the American people. 🗳️ Question of the day: Is the Democratic Party’s future just socialism? Drop your take below! 👇 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for unfiltered political heat! #RuthlessPodcast #Trump2024 #IranStrike #BigBeautifulBill #nycmayor Don't repeal energy tax credits. Learn more at BuiltForAmerica.us Pass working family tax cuts. Learn more at OneNationAmerica.org Put America first by ending lawsuit abuse. Go to MoreAffordableUSA.com  Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at WeDeliverForAmerica.org Williams is ready to build the infrastructure that will keep the economy strong and secure. Learn more at Williams.com Tell Congress to expand spectrum, learn more at EndTheCableopoly.org Special thanks to AFP's Brent Gardner for joining the show.

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

🎙️ Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook as they analyze President Trump’s surgical strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, a bold move to neutralize a decades-long threat from the world’s top state sponsor of terrorism. 🇺🇸 With no American casualties and Iran’s weak response, Trump’s team, including Marco Rubio and JD Vance, dunk on critics like Margaret Brennan. 💪 Plus, the LA sheriff’s department is more worried about Iran than local crime? The crew also dives into the Big Beautiful Bill, securing border funding, tax cuts, and $1.7T in spending cuts. Why it matters: Americans demand strength, and Trump’s delivering. 🗳️ Question of the day: Is bombing Iran America First? Sound off in the comments!  👇 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for unfiltered political heat! #RuthlessPodcast #Trump2024 #IranStrike #BigBeautifulBill #politicalhumor   Don't repeal energy tax credits. Learn more at BuiltForAmerica.us Pass working family tax cuts. Learn more at OneNationAmerica.org Put America first by ending lawsuit abuse. Go to MoreAffordableUSA.com  Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at WeDeliverForAmerica.org Williams is ready to build the infrastructure that will keep the economy strong and secure. Learn more at Williams.com Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to ProtectProsperity.com.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

🎙️ Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook tackle the Iran question: should Trump strike or seek peace? They explore the 50 years of context—Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution, the 444-day hostage crisis, Hezbollah’s 1983 Beirut bombing (241 US service members killed), and Qassem Soleimani’s IED attacks in Iraq. 🇮🇷 Guest Brian Hook, former Assistant Secretary of State, breaks down Israel’s surgical strikes on Iran’s proxies (Hamas, Hezbollah) and missile capabilities, exposing Iran’s weakened state. Will the Ayatollah take Trump’s off-ramp or face a bunker-buster on the Fordow nuclear facility? 🤔 On the lighter side, they roast Senator Padilla’s flop at a Kristi Noem event, Ilhan Omar’s unhinged ICE rants, and a WNBA brawl targeting Caitlin Clark. 🏀The “No Kings” protests get shredded—labeled anti-military and out-of-touch. Plus, a bizarre clip of a woman claiming she’s in an alternate timeline where Kamala Harris won! 😵‍💫 Question of the day: Does Trump strike Iran or negotiate peace? Drop your take below! 👇 Subscribe, like, and hit the bell 🔔 for more unfiltered bangers! #RuthlessPodcast #Iran #Trump #NoKings #CaitlinClark Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at WeDeliverForAmerica.org  When American farmers win America wins, tell congress to protect the Duty Drawback provision today. Williams is ready to build the infrastructure that will keep the economy strong and secure. Learn more at Williams.com Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit Chevron.com/America to learn more. Tell Congress to expand spectrum, learn more at EndTheCableopoly.org

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

🎙️Join Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook as they jump into the chaotic "No Kings" protests, exposing Randi Weingarten and a $2.1B dark money machine behind the anti-Trump frenzy. The team roasts theater-kid protesters in cat costumes and a Boomer bashing a Trump voodoo doll!😆 Ray Starling from the North Carolina Chamber joins to discuss a tax provision threatening tobacco farmers, and we unpack a wild Italian crypto kidnapping saga. 🤯 Why does this matter? The 2024 election demanded strong leadership, and this episode shows the left’s unhinged response. 🗳️ Question of the day: Is the No Kings movement the future of the left, or just a flash in the pan? Drop your take below! 👇 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for unfiltered political fire! #RuthlessPodcast #NoKings #SpeakerJohnson #BigBeautifulBill #politicalhumor Beverage America believes in the promise that makes this nation great. Learn more at WeDeliverForAmerica.com When American farmers win America wins, tell congress to protect the Duty Drawback provision today. Williams is ready to build the infrastructure that will keep the economy strong and secure. Learn more at Williams.com Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to ProtectProsperity.com.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

🎙️ Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, John Ashbrook, and Speaker Mike Johnson as they unpack the LA riots, a Big Beautiful Bill, bold border security, tax cuts, and $1.6T in spending cuts! 🇺🇸 Speaker Johnson also reveals how Republicans are delivering on Trump’s 2024 mandate despite a razor-thin majority. The fellas are breaking down the chaos of LA, Seattle, Atlanta, and Chicago riots, roasting Katy Perry’s absurd colonialism take, and laughing at protesters’ logical meltdowns! 😂 Don’t miss the epic King of the Hill showdown: Jen Rubin vs. Joe Walsh in a battle of unhinged rants! 🏆 🗳️ Drop your take: How long could YOU last as Speaker of the House?  👇 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell 🔔 for unfiltered political heat! #RuthlessPodcast #SpeakerJohnson #BigBeautifulBill #Trump2024 #PoliticalHumor Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit Chevron.com/America to learn more. Tell Congress to expand spectrum, learn more at EndTheCableopoly.org Williams is ready to build the infrastructure that will keep the economy strong and secure. Learn more at Williams.com

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

🎙️ Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook discuss the chaos of LA’s latest riots—think burning Waymo cars, Mexican flags, and bricks flying off overpasses. 🚗🔥The left calls it “peaceful protest,” but the split-screen carnage tells a different story. The fellas unpack the media’s absurd spin, from CNN’s “fiery but mostly peaceful” to professors warning against stopping the madness. Plus, Maxine Waters’ viral flop trying to “use her congressional authority” to visit an arrested SEIU boss. The fellas also dissect the Trump-Elon feud: is it a strategic play or a fatal rift? 🤔 And don’t miss their epic chat with Roseanne Barr, the queen of middle-class truth, spilling on her wild rise, faith, and why she’ll never shut up. 🇺🇸 💥 Like, subscribe, and smash that bell 🔔! Comment: Should Trump send in the Marines to stop the riots? #RuthlessPodcast #LARiots #RoseanneBarr #TrumpElon Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to ProtectProsperity.com.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

It's a fight in DC; enter the fiery debate over the "Big Beautiful Bill." 💸 The fellas break down the tax cuts, Medicaid reforms, and border security measures, exposing the left’s CBO-fueled lies that keeping your taxes low is “deficit spending.” 🤡 Elon Musk’s surprising flip on the bill sparks heated discussion—hero or misunderstanding the process? 🤔 Plus, exclusive interviews with Senator Joni Ernst, dishing on Senate drama and her jokes under fire, and LIV Golf champ Talor Gooch, sharing tales of golfing with Trump, his bull-riding team, and epic buddy golf trips with mulligan shots! 🏌️‍♂️🐂  💥 Like, subscribe, and hit that bell 🔔! Comment: How does the Trump v. Musk feud end? Is Elon right to slam the bill, or is he missing the mark? #RuthlessPodcast #BigBeautifulBill #TalorGooch #JoniErnst Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit Chevron.com/America to learn more.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

🎙️ Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook analyze the media coverage following the shocking Boulder, Colorado terror attack, where an illegal immigrant threw Molotov cocktails at Jews advocating for hostages held by hamas. The suspect was chanting "Free Palestine." The fellas expose the media’s shameful cover-up by omission, from CNN’s “peaceful” protest quotes to CBS’s vague “attack burns several.” They call out Democrats’ complicity, arguing Hamas has become a core constituency, emboldening violence from Pennsylvania to DC. Plus, a fun chat with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy at the Great American Road Trip kickoff, showcasing epic cars like a Cybertruck with an Airstream!🚗 And don’t miss the wild variety segment: a man ditches his grieving partner for a first-class upgrade and a Chinese zoo where YOU’RE caged while lions attack! 🦁 💥 Like, subscribe, and smash that bell 🔔! Comment below: What can Trump do to stop Middle East terrorism from coming to America? 🧑‍💼 #RuthlessPodcast #BoulderAttack #GreatAmericanRoadTrip #PoliticalHumor Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to ProtectProsperity.com.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

🎙️ Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook as they unpack the Democrats' epic struggle to connect with American men. From luxury hotel PowerPoint pitches to a $20M plan to "speak to dudes," the Dems are lost in translation! 😆 Plus, Politico’s bizarre "shadow cabinet" picks, including an illegal immigrant for Homeland Security? 🤯 We’ve got laughs, hot takes, and a spicy game of King of the Hill with Jen Rubin vs. George Conway! 🏆 Don’t miss the latest on Hannah Trudo’s exit and why the Dems’ policies are pushing voters away. 🇺🇸 💥 Like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell 🔔 to join the conversation! Tell us in the comments: What’s in that Democrat PowerPoint to win back men? 🧑‍💼 #RuthlessPodcast #DemocratStruggles #KingOfTheHill #politicalhumor Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Qualcomm, engineering human progress. Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit Chevron.com/America to learn more. Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to ProtectProsperity.com.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

🎙️ Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook offer insider analysis of Trump's tax cut package. The bill includes no tax on tips or overtime and prevents a massive tax hike! 💰 Speaker Johnson's leadership shines despite media doubts, and now it's the Senate's turn to seal the deal. When will Trump sign this big, beautiful bill? The fellas break down the week's biggest wins with Senator Shelley Moore Capito! 🚗💨 Sen. Capito led the charge to crush California's insane EV mandate, saving Americans from being forced into overpriced electric cars that don't work in rural states like West Virginia. She explains how the Senate used the Congressional Review Act to deliver on Trump's promise to protect consumer choice and jobs! 🇺🇸 🖋️ Plus, a wild Hollywood twist: Sean "Diddy" Combs allegedly popped Obama-shaped ecstasy pills at his "freak off" parties! 😳 The Ruthless crew unpacks the juicy details. 🎉 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and share to stay ruthless! 💪 Answer our question of the day in the comments: *When does Trump sign the big, beautiful bill?* (Include date/time for a chance to win merch!) 🗳️ #RuthlessVariety #ShelleyMooreCapito #TrumpTaxCuts #EVMandate 🔗 More at ruthlesspodcast.com 📅 New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Qualcomm, engineering human progress. Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

🎙️This Episode of the Ruthless Variety Progrum is a banger! 🔥 Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook sit down with fitness icon Jillian Michaels for a no-holds-barred talk! 💪 From her Biggest Loser days to battling the politicization of health, Jillian dishes on motivating millions, the MAHA movement, and why health shouldn’t be a political football. She slams the Biden cognitive decline cover-up, calling out Jake Tapper’s propaganda and questioning the sudden prostate cancer reveal, Dr. Drew Pinsky says there’s “no universe” where they didn’t know this for years! Plus, a wild UK story: a couple faces bulldozing their £1 million home for not producing enough horse semen! 🐎😂 Is King Charles to blame? The fellas dive into this bizarre zoning saga with ruthless humor. 🇬🇧😳 Don’t miss the King of the Hill game, where George Conway and Cheri Jacobus face off with unhinged takes! 🏆 Special thanks to AFP's Genevieve Collins for joining the show! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and share to stay ruthless! 💪 Answer our question of the day in the comments: How can we make America healthy again? 🗳️ #RuthlessVariety #JillianMichaels #BidenDecline #HealthPolitics #PoliticalPodcast 🔗 More at ruthlesspodcast.com 📅New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Qualcomm, engineering human progress. Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit Chevron.com/America to learn more. Help Trump get his big, beautiful, bill. Go to ProtectProsperity.com.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

🎙️ Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook analyze the Biden cognitive decline cover-up that’s rocking DC! Medical experts call BS on his sudden prostate cancer diagnosis—did they hide it for years? The Tapper Awards: We crown a champion! 🏆 Hannah Trudo's New Hampshire congressional run gets spicier! 🚨 Her “working-class” claims clash with a Ferrari, High-end dating profile, $300K in Birkin bags, and a gifted Manhattan townhouse. Why ghost us after promising a debate? 🤔 We also explore South Carolina’s Buck Creek Streak 5K—yes, a naked run at a nudist resort! 🏃‍♂️😳 Plus, Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, joins to slam DEI nonsense, fight antisemitism, and tackle DOJ bureaucrats! 🇺🇸⚖️ 🔔 Hit SUBSCRIBE, smash LIKE, and share to stay ruthless! #RuthlessVariety #BidenDecline #TapperAwards #HannahTrudeau #HarmeetDhillon #Nudist5K #PoliticalPodcast 🔗 More at ruthlesspodcast.com 📅 New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com American Manufacturing depends on rail. Learn more at AAR.org Qualcomm engineering human progress.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

🎙️ Strap in for an epic episode of the Ruthless Variety Program! 🔥 Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook expose the jaw-dropping cover-up of Joe Biden’s cognitive decline by journalists and Democrats! 🧠💥 Jake Tapper’s new book claims to “uncover” what we’ve been saying for years, but we’re not letting him off easy—enter the Tapper Awards, celebrating the worst offenders like Joe Scarborough, Brian Stelter, Sunny Hostin, and Nicole Wallace for hiding Biden’s stumbles! 🏆 Vote for your winner in the comments! We also tackle Hannah Trudo’s shady congressional run in New Hampshire. 🚨 From Ferraris to elite dating sites, her “working-class” claims don’t add up—why’d she ghost us after promising a debate? 🤔 Plus, the King of the Hill game pits Cheri Jacobus against Bill Kristol in a hilarious showdown of ex-conservative meltdowns! 👑 Special guest Congressman Pat Harrigan, a Green Beret hero, joins us to unpack the Afghanistan withdrawal disaster and reveal how China’s sneaking into GNC stores on U.S. military bases! 🇺🇸⚔️ 🔔 Smash SUBSCRIBE, hit LIKE, and share to stay ruthless! 💪 Drop your Tapper Awards vote and thoughts below—who’s the worst Biden cover-up culprit? 🗳️ #RuthlessVariety #BidenDecline #TapperAwards #HannahTrudo #PatHarrigan #PoliticalPodcast 🔗 More at ruthlesspodcast.com 📅 New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Help fuel America's energy advantage. Visit Chevron.com/America to learn more. Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

We unpack the Democrats’ total meltdown—think Congress members storming a New Jersey ICE facility to defend convicted criminals and Joe Biden’s awkward return on The View that’s got his party begging him to vanish! David Hogg’s sudden pivot to “new leadership” is pure hypocrisy, and we’re calling it out! Plus, a wild Florida story where a woman shoved nacho cheese down her wife’s pants—yep, it’s as crazy as it sounds! 🌮🤯 Special guest Joe Concha joins us to spill secrets from his bestseller The Greatest Comeback Ever, revealing how Trump’s campaign outsmarted the left with McDonald’s stunts and more!  🔔Hit SUBSCRIBE, smash LIKE, and share to stay ruthless! 💪 Drop your thoughts below—What message will dems finally settle on by the mid terms? Let’s talk! 🗣️ #RuthlessVariety #TrumpTrade #JoeConcha #DemocratsDisarray #NachoCheese #PoliticalPodcast ⛓️‍💥Visit ruthlesspodcast.com for more! 📆New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121  Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

🚨 Get ready for a 🔥 banger of an episode from the Ruthless Variety Program! 🎙️ Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook as they break down the latest on Trump’s trade strategies, tariffs, and the economy with a sharp, no-nonsense take you won’t find in mainstream media. 🇺🇸💰 We’re unpacking the genius behind Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s good cop, bad cop negotiation tactics—especially with China! 🐉 Plus, we tackle Dick Durbin’s risky credit card takeover plan and its threat to your financial security. 💳⚠️ Special guest James Uthmeier, Florida’s Attorney General, joins us to discuss fighting activist judges, cracking down on illegal immigration, and protecting kids from online predators. 🛡️👮‍♂️ Florida’s leading the way, and you’ll want to hear how! From a heated Peppa Pig rant 🐷 to Dave Portnoy’s bold stand against antisemitism, this episode is packed with hard-hitting insights and laughs.  Don’t miss our King of the Hill segment and a potential papal endorsement! ⛪ 🔔 Smash that SUBSCRIBE button, hit the LIKE, and share with your friends to stay ruthless! 💪 Drop your thoughts in the comments—what’s your take on Trump’s trade moves? Let’s get the convo rolling! 🗣️ #RuthlessVariety #TrumpEconomy #FloridaStrong #PoliticsUnfiltered 🔗 Check out more at www.youtube.com/@RuthlessPodcast 📅 New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday! #TradeWars #Tariffs #TrumpAdministration #Antisemitism #FloridaPolitics Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com 

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

Dive into this episode of the Ruthless Variety Program, where hosts Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook peel back the curtain on the cozy relationship between mainstream media and the Democratic Party. This episode is packed with jaw-dropping revelations, hilarious commentary, and unfiltered takes on the state of journalism, politics, and culture in 2025. 🔥 What’s Inside: Journos Turned Democrats: We expose the revolving door between journalism and Democratic politics, spotlighting Hannah Trudeau, a former Hill reporter now running for Congress in New Hampshire. Is she a “working-class Granite Stater” or a Manhattanite posing for Vogue? You decide! The New Yorker’s Elite Showcase: A laugh-out-loud breakdown of The New Yorker’s feature on “notable New Yorkers” like Al Sharpton, AOC, Alex Soros, Ella Emhoff, and con artist Anna Delvey. From Al’s self-portrait shrine to AOC’s staged knitting session, we reveal the unrelatable, joyless face of the modern Democratic elite. Goat of the Week: Celebrate a Tennessee ICE agent smoking a victory cigar after a job well done, despite outrage from activist groups. Real heroes making communities safer! Florida Man’s Wild Scam: A Florida man’s triple bigamy scheme—marrying three women in three counties for their bank accounts—unravels in a tale of deception, domestic drama, and dating app disasters. Question of the Day: With journos jumping ship to Substack or politics, what should they do next? Run for office, marry a Soros, or start an OnlyFans? We want YOUR take! 💥 Why You Can't-Miss This Episode: This isn’t just another podcast—it’s a no-holds-barred exposé of the media-political nexus that shapes the narratives you hear. With sharp wit, exclusive insights, and a commitment to truth, the Ruthless Variety Program delivers what mainstream media won’t. Perfect for conservatives, independents, and anyone tired of the establishment’s spin. 🔔 Like, Subscribe, and Join the Minions! Don’t miss out—hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications for more unfiltered content. Share your thoughts on our Question of the Day in the comments below, and let’s keep the conversation going. Follow us on X for real-time updates and behind-the-scenes content. #MediaBias #HannaTrudo #NewYorker #AlSharpton #AOC #AlexSoros #EllaEmhoff #AnnaDelvey #FloridaMan Keep the faith, hold the line, and own the libs! Stay ruthless. Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Tell Congress to make the Trump tax cuts permanent. Learn more at ATR.News/BSalt Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

🔥 The Hogg Wars continue! 🐗 This week, the DNC infighting hits a whole new level. David Hogg, vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, is under siege from within. Party insiders are trying to sideline him after he pledged to primary fellow Democrats — and now he’s facing a formal challenge from Caitlin Free, a Native American attorney accusing the DNC of violating its own diversity charter. The Ruthless crew breaks it all down with trademark precision (and mockery). 🧠 Democrats implode while ignoring real issues. 🧨 Instead of focusing on the economy or meaningful policy, Democrats are off chasing shiny objects, like trips to El Salvador to defend known criminals. Polls show plummeting support, and yet their leadership is doubling down on chaos, not course correction. The hosts reveal how internal missteps are alienating even their own voters. 📊 Polls spell trouble for the Left! 📉 New data from Fox News shows Democrats hitting their lowest favorability in a decade — even behind Republicans. The guys analyze what the numbers say about voter sentiment and how Team Trump might seize the moment heading into Q3. 📺 Trump vs. ABC, the Media never learns! 🤡 Trump’s sit-down with ABC’s Terry Moran becomes a masterclass in media self-destruction. Moran comes in with the “gotcha” questions — and Trump dismantles him live. The guys break down how legacy media still hasn’t figured out how to interview the most media-savvy political figure of our time. 🏆 King of the Hill returns! 👑 Fan-favorite segment King of the Hill is BACK! Rick Wilson and Joe Walsh square off with their most unhinged takes yet. Which Never Trumper will earn the cringe crown this week? Duncan defends his title with fire — don’t miss the chaos. 🎧 From political power struggles to media meltdowns, economic strategy to total clownery — this episode has it all. Hit 👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe, and drop your take in the comments: What will it take for Trump to break 50% again? We’re reading and reacting to your thoughts! Special thank you to Ajit Pai CEO and President of CTIA for joining the Progrum! #RuthlessPodcast #DNC #DavidHogg #Democrats2024 #TrumpInterview #MSMFail #EconomicPolicy #Trump2024 #Biden2024 #PoliticalCommentary #CaitlinFree #ElSalvador #Polls #LegacyMedia #NeverTrump #KingOfTheHill #FakeNews #FoxNews #ConservativePodcast Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Tell Congress to make the Trump tax cuts permanent. Learn more at ATR.News/BSalt

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

🔥 This year’s White House Correspondents' Dinner 🏛️ revealed everything wrong with establishment journalism. Instead of honoring reporters who told the truth early — like Siobhan Hughes and Annie Linskey — the event rewarded those who played it safe. Fearless reporting was ignored in favor of those who went along with the narrative. 📸 Behind the scenes, cringe-worthy mistakes and elite cluelessness 😬 stole the spotlight. Smug and Duncan took photos with liberal media darlings like David Hogg and Brian Stelter, who didn’t even realize they were being trolled. The highlight: organizers accidentally spotlighted Yamiche Alcindor while honoring April Ryan. You can’t make this stuff up. 🧠 The team exposes Biden's mental fitness and the media cover-up 🤯. Alex Thompson won an award for reporting Biden’s decline — long after others risked their careers to say the same thing. Real journalism was punished; political timing was rewarded. The press ignored what millions saw with their own eyes until it became undeniable. Don't miss our special interview with Tim Murtaugh as he details his fight to end the Biden pill penalty. #RuthlessPodcast #WHCD #WhiteHouseCorrespondentsDinner #Biden #MediaBias #NFLDraft2025 #ShedeurSanders #BillBelichick #SeanDuffy #FamilyTravel #YamicheAlcindor #AprilRyan #politicalpodcast #foxnews #JournalismReckoning #gop #2024elections Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com The US Steel and Nippon Steel partnership puts America first. Learn more at AmericaFirstSteel.org. Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org. Tell Congress to make the Trump tax cuts permanent. Learn more at ATR.News/BSalt

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug and John Ashbrook unpack the Democrats' desperate "Dark Woke" strategy post-election loss! 🚨 From cringe-worthy attempts at authenticity with forced profanity to doubling down on divisive issues, are the Dems digging their own grave? 🤔 We break down the New York Times' take on this provocative shift, spotlight hilarious clips featuring Rep. Maxine Dexter, Rep. Melanie Stansbury, and Rep. Jasmine Crockett, and reveal why their tactics are failing spectacularly.💥 Plus, don’t miss our exclusive interview with Emily Seidel from Americans for Prosperity, discussing the urgent fight to extend Trump’s 2017 tax cuts and reignite the American Dream! 🇺🇸 Will Congress deliver, or will a late bill cost Republicans in the midterms? Get the inside scoop on this critical battle. 🏛️ 🔥 Like, subscribe, and share to join the conversation! Can the Democrats course-correct, or are they doomed to quadruple down on "Dark Woke"? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇 #RuthlessVariety #DarkWoke #TrumpTaxCuts #Politics2025  Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com The US Steel and Nippon Steel partnership puts America first. Learn more at AmericaFirstSteel.org. Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

In today’s episode of Ruthless, Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook dissect the explosive Abrego Garcia case and the Democrats’ crumbling narrative. This episode pulls no punches, exposing how media spin and political missteps are unraveling the left’s strategy. 🔍 The Abrego Garcia Firestorm: The media branded him a “Maryland man” wrongly deported, but the truth is far darker. We unpack the evidence; court documents, gang affiliations, and knuckle tattoos spelling out “MS-13,” revealing why ICE and two courts flagged Garcia as a member of one of the world’s most violent gangs. The Ruthless crew breaks down how Democrats, led by Senator Chris Van Hollen’s high-profile stunts, bet big on a flawed case to attack Trump’s deportation policies, only to be left scrambling when the facts emerged. 💥 Democrats’ Messaging Disaster: From hailing Robert Mueller to propping up Garcia, the Democrats’ playbook is faltering. We explore how their reliance on media-driven sob stories, like the “Maryland man” narrative, backfires when the truth surfaces. The crew discusses why the left’s shift from praising high profile anti-Trump figures to defending questionable cases signals a deeper crisis in their ability to connect with voters. Can they recover, or is this the final nail in their messaging coffin?  🎙️ Why This Matters: This isn’t just about one case, it’s a window into how political narratives are built and destroyed. With sharp analysis and no-nonsense commentary, the Ruthless team connects the dots between media bias, Democratic miscalculations, and the public’s growing skepticism . 👉Join the Conversation: Do you think the Abrego Garcia case will halt Trump’s deportation agenda? Sound off in the comments! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. Follow us on X for real-time updates and unfiltered takes. 📅 New Episodes Every Tuesday & Thursday Don’t miss our next deep dive into the stories shaping the political landscape. Until then, keep the faith, hold the line, and own the libs! #RuthlessVarietyProgram #AbregoGarcia #TrumpDeportation #Democrats #PoliticalMessaging #podcast   Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com The US Steel and Nippon Steel partnership puts America first. Learn more at AmericaFirstSteel.org. Secure your financial future. Go to HelpUSRetire.org.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Dive into the chaos rocking the Democratic Party 🚨 Trump’s landslide election win has left Dems in complete disarray, with infighting and a full-blown civil war erupting. The DNC is rocked by David Hogg’s shocking rebellion. We unpack how the left’s radical push led to their crushing defeat.💥 Hogg’s plan to spend $20M to primary “ineffective” Democrats has the establishment panicking - will this spark a progressive uprising?  Plus, we sit down with tax policy legend Grover Norquist to break down why Trump’s 2017 tax cuts fueled a rocket-ship economy and how the left’s “tax the rich” rhetoric is a dangerous myth. 📉 Learn why single-rate taxes are sweeping the states and how they could transform America’s future. 🔥 Don’t miss this incredible episode packed with political drama, economic insights, and unfiltered takes on the Dems’ collapse! Subscribe, like, and hit the bell for more Ruthless content every Tuesday and Thursday. Keep the faith, hold the line, and stay ruthless! 💪 Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 Stop illegal vapes from China and protect our children. Brought to you by A Better Tomorrow In America Stop Dick Durbin's government takeover of credit cards before it's too late. Learn more at: GuardYourCard.com The US Steel and Nippon Steel partnership puts America first. Learn more at AmericaFirstSteel.org. Protect medicare advantage and ensure seniors get the best care while protecting your hard earned tax dollars. Learn more ProtectingTaxpayers.org. Tell Congress to make the Trump tax cuts permanent. Learn more at ATR.News/BSalt

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

On this episode of the Ruthless Variety Progrum, the fellas explore the left's spiral into depraved violence and whether or not the media can share the blame. From firebombing the Pennsylvania governor's mansion to praising Luigi Mangione, the fellas break it all down. Joining the Progrum is Americans for Public Trust's Caitlin Sutherland. To share the latest information on tracking dark money and the left's attempts to subvert American democracy, this episode of Ruthless also features a special interview with the four largest NCAA commissioners; they give an in-depth interview on federal legislation to help save the NCAA. You won't want to miss it. Hit that subscribe button for more hard-hitting political commentary! Watch on YouTube for the full video experience—new episodes every Tuesday. Keep the faith, Hold the line, and own the libs! Stay ruthless!   Find out the true power of America's oil and natural gas. Go to LightsOnEnergy.org Call Congress and urge them to end the Biden pill penalty. Call 202-224-3121 It's time to make America affordable again. Go to MoreAffordableUSA.com. Be ready for what's down the road. Go to Chevron.com/Anchor Protect medicare advantage and ensure seniors get the best care while protecting your hard earned tax dollars. Learn more protectingtaxpayers.org.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025