Almost Above Average

72‑year‑old Amazon warehouse worker Mary “Ma Mary” Hill went viral when her message to Jeff Bezos was projected onto his luxury penthouse during the billionaires’ ball. In this raw conversation, Mary goes beyond the clip to talk about life inside the warehouse, why she co‑founded C.A.U.S.E. (Carolina Amazonians United for Solidarity & Empowerment), and what it really means when she says, “If w...

Title “We ‘Obliterated’ Iran Twice… So Why Are We Still Here?” Subtitle From a working nuclear deal to an endless crisis: Are we winning this war in Iran, or are they lying to us? They keep telling us we’re winning. Iran, we’re told, has been “obliterated.” The pressure is working. The enemy is cornered. But as the Strait remains effectively choked, oil prices surge, and diplomacy collapses, one q...

In this episode of Almost Above Average, Chris dives into the Epstein files and asks a simple question nobody in power seems eager to answer: why are other countries taking action while the United States does… basically nothing? From princes in the U.K. getting dragged into questioning, to former prime ministers in Norway facing corruption charges, to France and even small Baltic states launching...

[FIRST 125 CHARS] Why are TSA lines getting longer? Because Trump is holding the country hostage for his SAVE Act. Tag someone who needs to hear this! The chaos at airports is real. With 174-minute wait times, travelers are feeling the pressure as TSA struggles without funding. Meanwhile, ICE agents step in without the proper training, only adding to the confusion. This isn't just about travel...

How Connor’s 50‑Foot Mural Is Redefining Disability, Storytelling, and What It Means to Go Big or Go Home. On this episode of  Almost Above Average , Chris talks with filmmaker  Kari Barber , author  Ashleigh (Ashley) Goodwin , and artist–advocate  Connor Fogal  about  The Muralist  and the children’s book  Different Like Me: Connor Can. You Can, Too.  Together they tell the story of how Connor, w...

Donald Trump just gave his 2026 State of the Union — and it was a disaster. In this video, I break down the wildest moments from the speech: the fake “golden age” economy, the bogus crime stats, the migrant fear‑mongering, the “cheating is rampant” election rant, and that ridiculous $18 trillion claim. I roll the clips, fact‑check them in real time, and show you how far this speech was from realit...

Donald Trump is about to walk into the 2026 State of the Union and tell you everything is “great.” But outside that room? Tariffs are a mess, the Supreme Court just slapped down his power, the government is partially shut down, airports are chaos, and the U.S. military is literally blowing up boats in the Caribbean. In this video, I break down the  real  state of the union in 2026: How Trump’s tar...

In this powerful episode of  Almost Above Average , Chris McIntyre sits down with Ashley, a journalist and author, and Connor, a bodybuilder and artist living with cerebral palsy, to share the real story behind the book  Connor Can, You Can Too . Together, they dive into the daily realities of living with a disability, the mental and physical discipline behind Connor’s bodybuilding journey, and ho...

In this conversation, Tyler H and Chris Mcintyre delve into various pressing societal issues, including the quest for justice for victims of high-profile crimes, the corrupting influence of wealth, the role of technology in shaping human interactions, and the complexities of immigration and labor markets. They explore the dynamics of political accountability, the evolution of racism in America, an...

Sauna Talk is a men’s wellness podcast recorded inside the sauna at LNGVTY Hub in Carrboro, NC. Each episode brings together host Chris McIntyre and owner  Tim Pederson , along with rotating guests, for raw, unfiltered conversations about what men are really going through. In the heat, the walls come down—no titles, no posturing, no pretending everything is fine. Men talk openly about past trauma,...

Last year a good friend was set to appear on the podcast but when the time came for recording he never showed up. I knew something was up but I just didn't know how severe the situation was so I vowed from that day to always keep Mens Mental Health as a topic on the Podcast. I have my own experience that I share here as well. Hit subscribe, share with someone who may need this message today.

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In this conversation, Chris McIntyre and JTrain discuss the assassination of Alex Peretti by ICE in Minnesota, exploring the implications of police violence, government responses, and the public's reaction. They draw parallels to historical events, emphasizing the need for awareness and education regarding civil rights and political manipulation. The discussion highlights the hypocrisy in poli...

Trump allegedly threatened Denmark over Greenland, invaded Venezuela for oil, and tried to hustle a Nobel Peace Prize on top of it all—while openly saying he’d “focus on what’s best for the US” only after not getting the award. In this episode, we break down the wild letter to Denmark, the Venezuela oil grab, the private bank accounts, NATO fallout, and why some are calling this a straight-line pa...

This episode of  Almost Above Average  features Chris McIntyre and Jtreezy discussing the political and economic fallout from Trump’s tariffs and an upcoming Supreme Court ruling that could overturn them. They explain that Trump originally imposed tariffs which raised consumer prices and harmed the economy, later tried to roll them back, and then saw those changes legally challenged. The Supreme C...

In this episode, Chris McIntyre and JTrain McDougals delve into the controversial Nick Shirley video that has gone viral, discussing its sensationalism and lack of credible evidence. They explore the implications of alleged fraud in Minnesota, the ethics of journalism, and the political corruption surrounding Venezuela. The conversation shifts to military interventions and the Monroe Doctrine, rai...

Nick Shirley says he exposed a  “billion‑dollar Somali daycare fraud”  in Minnesota. In this video, that story gets taken apart with actual reporting, records, and basic fact‑checking.​​ What you’ll see here: How his video uses quiet parking lots, locked doors, and loaded narration to sell the idea of massive fraud What state inspections, CBS/CNN coverage, and public records actually show about th...

Look at what happened next: The Social Security dead‑people myth Elon Musk pushed a viral claim that there were “tens of millions” of dead people supposedly getting Social Security checks, waving around a table of improbably old ages as proof of massive fraud.​ Leavitt took that talking point onto Fox, saying the administration “suspects tens of millions of deceased people are receiving fraudulent...

In Part 1, the document was shocking. In Part 2, it gets worse. A 13‑year‑old, pregnant, trafficked on Lake Michigan yachts… a newborn allegedly murdered… and names like Epstein and Trump showing up in official files. These are  allegations  in FBI/DOJ documents, not proven facts, but the story they tell is horrifying.​ In this video, we break down: The FBI tip about a 13‑year‑old girl, her uncle,...

In this conversation, Jason Nemes shares his inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and author. He discusses his experiences in network marketing, the health scare that changed his life, and his passion for helping others. Jason emphasizes the importance of discipline, resilience, and the drive to make a positive impact in the lives of others. He also...

Kash Patel went from Trump’s loyal attack dog to the most dangerously unqualified FBI Director in American history—and it’s all unravelling on camera. In this episode of  Almost Above Average , Chris McIntyre walks you through who Patel really is, how he clawed his way into power, and the lies, dodges, and scandals that could bring his time in the administration to an abrupt end. From Senate grill...

the MAGA Party is out of control on all fronts

From Patrol to Purpose Every story has a turning point—the moment when personal pain transforms into public purpose. For Mayor Jacques K. Gilbert of Apex, North Carolina, that moment came through years of serving on the front lines of his community. From his beginnings as a police officer to his current role as mayor, Gilbert’s journey reflects what it means to lead with empathy, listen deeply, an...

Donald Trump has spent years insisting he barely knew Jeffrey Epstein while loudly blaming the Clintons and Democrats for everything surrounding Epstein’s death. This piece walks through the full Trump–Epstein timeline: the early 2000s Mar‑a‑Lago days, the supposed “falling out,” Trump’s 2019 conspiracy‑theory blitz after Epstein’s jailhouse death, and the new trove of emails where Epstein himself...

Jay “RoofNuts” Bradley went from dyslexic “short-bus kid” to nightclub owner, RV-wash king, and one of roofing’s most relentless door-knocking leaders. In this episode, he breaks down how pain, desperation, and a 25-leads-a-week standard turned him into a recruiting machine who builds killers instead of babysitting “dead bears up trees.” If you’re a roofer or contractor under pressure, this is a m...