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Chris and Sean are back — and the circus is in full swing. From pink unicorns and “No Kings” protests (brought to you by George Soros) to Grandma and her guillotine squad railing against the “kingship” of Donald Trump — the radical left has lost the plot. Bernie and Sandy (aka AOC) are now pitching “healthcare for MAGA” — better known as government dependency for all. Meanwhile, the NYC election t...

President Trump’s landmark success in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza — along with securing the release of the remaining hostages — is already being hailed as one of the most consequential peace deals in modern Middle Eastern history. Chris and Sean break down how the deal came together, the critical role played by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and the elite team behind the negotia...

Chris Clements sits down with former NFL kicker and CBS broadcaster Jay Feely to tackle everything from college football rivalries to Capitol Hill realities. The conversation kicks off with the fabled Michigan–USC showdown, a clash of finesse and force that’s arriving at the historic L.A. Coliseum this weekend. Jay breaks down what to expect from two powerhouse programs — and what this means for t...

Scott Jennings of CNN joins Chris and Sean for a spirited and insightful conversation about the current state of American politics. Together they examine Democratic struggles over “20 percent” cultural issues, the persistence of Trump Derangement Syndrome on both the left and right, and the government shutdown that has left Democrats without a clear path forward. The discussion also turns to the u...

Data and election guru, George Khalaf joins Chris and Sean to break down the hard data behind Rep. David Schweikert’s leap into the Arizona governor’s race. As George bluntly puts it—Schweikert’s “path” to victory looks more like a rugged hiking trail up a very steep hill. From there, the conversation widens to Arizona’s state races, where new numbers are fueling Democrat anxiety. The data is clea...

Chris and Sean are back in their undisclosed cave—firing off hot takes on the looming government shutdown, Pete’s bold declaration of “non-wokism” at the Department of War (cementing his place as a transformational Secretary), and a sober fact-check on RFK Jr.’s inflated yet troubling statistics. Then the bombshell: our friend David Schweikert is giving up his critical House seat to chase the cush...

National Review’s Charles C. W. Cooke joins Chris and Sean for a wide-ranging conversation on the enduring legacy of William F. Buckley and the pivotal role National Review continues to play in shaping conservative thought. Cooke unpacks the current state of politics and the conservative movement—its momentum, its challenges, and the obstacles ahead. The discussion also turns to the Democratic Par...

Chris and Sean are back with a wide-ranging episode that begins at the memorial service for Charlie Kirk—a moment equal parts humbling and overreaching. They unpack Erika Kirk’s astonishing forgiveness of her husband’s killer, Tucker Carlson’s gospel-fueled call to love that stirred no shortage of controversy, and Marco Rubio’s bold evangelism of the masses. Along the way, they even find time to d...

Darcy Olsen has spent decades in the political arena, but her greatest legacy is in the lives of children. As president and CEO of the Center for the Rights of Abused Children, she has been at the forefront of enacting groundbreaking legislation to protect kids trapped in an unforgiving system. Beyond policy, her story is deeply personal—Darcy has fostered 10 children and adopted four, living out...

The shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk has left millions grieving—and revealed a disturbing divide. While most Americans mourn with anguish, prayer, and a call for unity, a small but vocal fringe on the far left has responded with celebration. Chris and Sean tackle the dangerous implications of this reaction, the urgent need to confront political violence, and why turning to God and seeing one...

Yesterday, America lost a giant. Charlie Kirk was senselessly murdered at Utah Valley State University, leaving behind his beloved wife, two children, and a conservative movement he helped shape with courage and conviction. Two humble hosts—Sean, who worked with Charlie on several occasions, and Chris, who admired him deeply—are shattered by this loss. Charlie was at his best when he sat at a tabl...

Chris and Sean kick things off with Sean’s marathon ambitions—and the painful lesson of a 15-mile run that ran out of gas. From there, the conversation shifts to a packed lineup of hot takes, each one hitting a different nerve. The “Phillies Karen” episode gets a mention—a dad trying to make his son’s 10th birthday special at the ballpark, only to be confronted by an entitled fan. In the end, the...

We’re joined by Matthew Hurtt, Republican strategist in Virginia, who first broke the photo of leftist activists trolling Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears. This image sparked a firestorm and set the tone for one of the most heated political debates in the Commonwealth. In this episode, we dive into Virginia’s unique position as a political bellwether, the significance of its off-off-year elections, and why...

Hollywood mogul David Ellison is shaking up the media world with plans to acquire The Free Press and elevate Bari Weiss into a top role at CBS—sending the Left into a tailspin. Chris and Sean break down what this means for journalism, culture, and the growing divide in the press. Meanwhile, Florida breaks with federal orthodoxy by scrapping vaccine mandates, and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr....

A new Wall Street Journal poll reveals that only 31% of Americans still believe in the American Dream—a shocking sign that nearly 70% have lost faith in the promise of opportunity and success in the greatest nation on earth. Chris and Sean unpack why this belief is fading and what it will take to restore confidence in America’s future. They take on Rashida Tlaib’s latest anti-American, anti-Israel...

From our Star Worldwide studio, we sit down with Cody Ritchie, founder of Crest Insurance. Cody’s journey is pure Arizona grit—starting at Mueller Insurance, watching it get bought out, then boldly buying it back to build Crest into a regional powerhouse across Arizona, San Diego, Wyoming, and Colorado. We honor the life of "Uncle" Joe Caesare, a true Tucson leader and icon, and mark the sacred re...

Chris and Sean are back in the "LBDM Cave" with a show packed full of breaking news and hot takes. First up: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially engaged—and yes, the photos are everywhere. We break down what this “modern American royal couple” means for pop culture, the NFL, and maybe even Taylor’s next album rollout. Then we turn to the corporate train wreck of the week: Cracker Barrel p...

In his first appearance on the show, former Wake Up Tucson co-host Joe Higgins joins to highlight the explosive growth of Arizona’s charter school movement. With 11 Arizona schools recently ranked among the best in the nation—including BASIS Tucson at #1—Higgins explains why Arizona is leading the way. He also introduces Ethos/Logos, his homeschooling and charter school curriculum built on classic...

The numbers are in—and they’re brutal for Democrats. A New York Times report reveals that from 2020 to 2024, Democrats shed more than 2 million registered voters while Republicans gained 2.4 million. Chris and Sean break down why this seismic shift is happening, what it means for 2026 and beyond, and whether the Democratic Party has a path forward. They also cover Trump’s leadership on the global...

Chris Clements goes solo from the LBDM Cave with a no-holds-barred round of hot takes on the week’s wild headlines: Soros-funded protests in D.C. — demonstrations erupt as homeless encampments are cleared, with activists railing against the city even trying to make the capital a safe place to live and work. The red carpet in Alaska — pomp and power on display as the U.S. rolls out the red carpet d...

Congressman David Schweikert joins Chris and Sean in studio to deliver a sobering—and solutions-driven—look at America’s looming fiscal crisis. He explains the demographic “time bomb” set to explode our national debt, and why inaction will leave the next generation buried under its weight. But Schweikert doesn’t stop at warnings. He outlines bold, actionable reforms: cracking down on Medicare frau...

Chris and Sean welcome radio legend Chris DeSimone, host of Wake Up with Chris DeSimone — the voice that, for years alongside Joe Higgins, shook Tucson’s political and business establishment awake. Their Wake Up Tucson show pulled no punches in calling out hypocrisy, incompetence, and corruption from City Hall to the Chamber. Sadly, not much has changed. Tucson still wrestles with crumbling infras...

In this episode, Chris and Sean fire off a series of hot takes: from President Trump’s controversial move to take control of the D.C. police — separating what’s real from what’s political theater — to a CNN reporter’s rare flight over Gaza, where the devastation lies squarely at the feet of Hamas. They argue that if Hamas simply laid down its arms, there would be no war. They also call out Robert...

Chris and Sean celebrate President Trump’s first 200 days in office, arguing he’s accomplished more in that short time than many presidents do in an entire term. From keeping campaign promises to pushing bold reforms, they break down the major wins that define the early Trump era. They also tackle the battle over redistricting, exposing the blatant hypocrisy of Democrats who decry gerrymandering w...

Chris and Sean return from birthday celebrations to unpack a packed agenda—starting with Trump’s misunderstood tariff agenda. Despite the media’s obsession with “protectionism,” the goal is opening up closed markets like Japan and the EU to American products. Why can’t you buy a Ford in Tokyo or American-grown rice in Japan? The answer isn’t economic—it’s political. Next up: the latest manufacture...