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Burn the Playbook W/ Michael Starr Hopkins

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You know what a good night with your people feels like. Someone says something sharp. Somebody pushes back. Somebody starts laughing before they finish their sentence. Somebody says the thing everyone in the room was thinking and didn't say, and for a second everyone goes quiet, and then all hell breaks loose. That's the show. That's what the audience is tuning in for. Not the format. Not the segments. That feeling of being in the room when the gloves come off between people who actually know each other.

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Episodes

My Arrest and Why It Matters 16.04.2026 2:25

The episode introduces the concept of 'Burn the Playbook' and its purpose to cover political races in a unique way. It emphasizes the need for truth, evidence, and transparency in political reporting. The host also shares a personal revelation about an incident in Congress. Takeaways Unique approach to political race coverage Emphasis on truth and transparency Chapters 00:00 Personal Revelation

When "Independent" Money Isn't Independent 16.04.2026 3:09

A discussion on political tactics and the influence of money in politics, as exemplified by the case of Mike Rogers. The conversation delves into the implications of Citizens United and the practical realities of political structures. Takeaways Influence of money in politics Practical realities of political structures Chapters 00:00 Mike Rogers: A Tale of Two Residences

The Receipts Don't Lie: Who Actually Owns Your Politician 16.04.2026 26:36

The episode delves into the financial influence and leverage in political campaigns, highlighting the disparity between the wealthy donors and the ordinary citizens. It exposes the pattern of financial contributions and the impact on political decisions and outcomes. Takeaways Financial influence in political campaigns Impact of wealthy donors on political decisions Chapters 00:00 The Influence of...

Trailer 13.04.2026 0:51

The show is building towards the 2028 presidential race and the 2026 midterms, highlighting the repetitive nature of political consulting and the need for change. Takeaways Political consulting is repetitive and needs change The show is a proof of concept for the upcoming political events Chapters 00:00 The Need for Change

REVEALING THE HIDDEN BROKERS' POWER! 13.04.2026 29:47

The episode provides a deep dive into the political landscape, exposing the extraction of value from black voters and the financial influence in political campaigns. It highlights the role of money, the impact of Citizens United, and the manipulation of power through financial transactions. Takeaways Political campaigns are influenced by financial power and the extraction of value from black voter...