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Tonight, we break down where things stand in Trump's Iran war crisis, because right now, nothing is straightforward. Is the Strait of Hormuz open… or effectively shut down? And what about the ceasefire? Meanwhile, the messaging from the administration continues to shift, raising serious questions about strategy, consistency, and whether this is de-escalation… or just a pause before something worse...

Don sits down with actor, comedian, and author Kenan Thompson for an in-depth conversation about the challenge of creating comedy in a world that often feels stranger than fiction. From writing for Saturday Night Live to performing in an era of nonstop headlines, Kenan shares how comedians find the line between satire and reality, and what it takes to make people laugh when the news itself feels u...

This morning, we take a closer look at the growing conversation around Donald Trump’s recent behavior, and why more people are only now starting to question it. A string of late-night posts and public remarks has raised eyebrows, but this isn’t new. This pattern of behavior has been part of Trump’s persona for years. So why is this suddenly getting more attention? What has changed? Are people fina...

Is the Strait of Hormuz Open? Is it closed? Are negotiations happening? Did they fail? What is the blockade accomplishing? We are constantly left questioning the status of the Iran war when the people making decisions are Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, Jared Kushner, & Steve Witkoff. The latest is that negotiations may soon take place in Islamabad, Pakistan, with Vance expected to arrive on Tuesday. To...

Don sits down with friend of the show Dr. Frita to break down the latest developments in pharmaceuticals, and the policy shifts shaping them. From growing skepticism around antidepressants to reports of unconventional partnerships influencing drug approvals, the Trump administration is making moves that are raising serious questions. What’s driving these decisions, and what could they mean for pat...

This morning, we break down the nonstop back-and-forth in the Iran war crisis as the situation grows more volatile by the day. A fragile ceasefire is already under strain, the Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint, and new confrontations, like the U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel, are pushing tensions even higher. At the same time, the messaging coming from the administration continues to shift,...

Another week, another round of chaos. Pete Hegseth lashed out at the media over coverage of the war, gas prices remain stubbornly high, and questions continue to swirl about Donald Trump’s leadership and messaging. But it wasn’t all bad news. Over in Hungary, Viktor Orbán was voted out, signaling a major political shift that could have broader implications. So what actually mattered this week, and...

This week? Absolute chaos. From Donald Trump posting an image of himself as Jesus, to Pete Hegseth butchering a Bible reference with a Pulp Fiction quote, to a full-blown feud with the pope, the headlines just kept getting more bizarre. Meanwhile, Don made a standout appearance on Sherri, a bright spot in an otherwise wild news cycle. But beneath all the noise, there’s a bigger question... what’s...

Tonight, we break down where things stand in the Iran war crisis because right now, it’s anything but clear. The Strait of Hormuz was declared open again, but is this really accurate? And what is happening with the ceasefire? What’s the reality here? Is the war actually de-escalating, or are we just in a temporary pause before things heat up again? Don breaks down what’s real, what’s spin, and wha...

This morning, we break down some of Donald Trump’s comments about MAGA and the growing tension between him and his own base. While these are the supporters who helped fuel his rise, his recent remarks suggest a surprising level of frustration and distance. So what’s going on here? Is this just rhetoric, or a sign of a deeper disconnect between Trump and the movement he built? And what happens when...

The shocking but not surprising feud between MAGA and the Pope continues. While it isn't new for a pope to speak out on politics, having the President of the United States, the Vice President, the Speaker of the House, the Secretary of Defense, and various other MAGA politicians criticizing the pope IS new. Of course it comes under the Trump regime. But this is no ordinary pope. Pope Leo is from C...

This morning we delve into the U.S. Navy blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gave a briefing this morning that consisted of his usual tactics to frame the war in positive terms while ignoring reality. Will we be sending more troops to Iran? Is this blockade working? Join Don for Hot Topics. 🍋 This episode is sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/LEMON a...

Tonight, we cut through the noise coming out of Washington, the contradictions, the constant reversals, and the questions that never seem to get answered. As the messaging shifts by the day, it’s becoming harder to separate what’s real from what’s spin. We’ll take a closer look at the tone and behavior coming from the top, and the role of those around the president in shaping and shielding the nar...

Don sits down with political analyst and friend of the show Mike Nellis to break down the growing wave of high-profile defections from Trump’s orbit. Voices like Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson, and Candace Owens, once some of his most vocal supporters, are now publicly distancing themselves from Trump and his policies. So what changed? Is this a temporary break, or the beginning of a deeper fracture...

This morning, we break down the latest in the Iran war as the situation grows more volatile by the day. The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, raising the risk of major escalation and sending shockwaves through global markets. At the same time, the messaging from the Trump administration continues to shift, offering little clarity on strategy or next steps, while late-night social posts add to the...

Tonight, the chaos continues, and the questions are getting louder. Backlash is mounting against Donald Trump over the war in Iran, rising gas prices hitting Americans hard, and his latest unhinged attacks on the Pope. But now, his increasingly erratic behavior is reigniting a much bigger and more unsettling question…Is Trump in mental decline? Could he be dealing with dementia? A newly surfaced e...

This morning, we ask a question that’s getting harder to ignore: is this the beginning of the end for MAGA? Support for Donald Trump has been slipping amid backlash over the handling of the Epstein files and a deeply unpopular war with Iran that has driven up gas prices. Now, new controversy surrounding his attacks on the pope and a widely criticized post portraying himself as Jesus is pushing eve...

Tonight, we break down the growing backlash from within the MAGA movement after Donald Trump’s latest comments about the pope and a controversial post depicting himself as Jesus. For a base that includes a large share of Christian conservatives, the reaction has been swift and pointed. Now, some of the very supporters who helped propel him to power are speaking out. Is this a momentary flare-up, o...

Everyone was surprised last week when Melania Trump made an unexpected announcement, walking out to a podium affixed with The President's Seal. In her roughly 5 minute speech the First Lady denied her well-documented ties with Jeffrey Epstein and claimed that she has never had knowledge of his abuses. Why did she do this now? The president had semi-successfully distracted us from the Epstein files...

This morning, we break down a whirlwind of developments raising serious questions about leadership and global stability. After a late-night barrage of erratic and inflammatory posts, concerns are growing about Donald Trump’s state of mind and what it means in a moment of escalating crisis. We’ll also look at the political shock out of Hungary, where Viktor Orbán has suffered a major defeat, signal...

What a week, and somehow, it’s only getting more chaotic. We’re ending on what’s being called a “ceasefire” with Iran, but signs are already pointing to it unraveling. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, tensions are still sky-high, and the risk of further escalation hasn’t gone anywhere. Back home, Donald Trump is turning his fire inward, launching into a Truth Social tirade against many of his...

From the moment Donald Trump threatened to wipe out an entire civilization, something that can only be described as a war crime, the world was once again forced to confront just how dangerous and reckless this moment has become. And then, just as quickly, he backed down. No explanation. No accountability. Just chaos. Meanwhile, Pete Hegseth went on the offensive, lashing out at the press in a move...

Tonight, we break down the mounting challenges facing Donald Trump, from sinking approval ratings and rising inflation to declining public support for the war. At the same time, some of his most vocal former allies are beginning to distance themselves, raising new questions about the strength of the MAGA movement. As the cracks become more visible, we ask: is MAGA starting to crumble? This episode...

This morning, we break down the growing fractures inside the MAGA movement as prominent right-wing voices like Megyn Kelly, Alex Jones, Candace Owens, and Tucker Carlson begin turning on Donald Trump and his policies. Trump isn’t taking it quietly. He fired back with a scathing post attacking the very figures who once helped elevate him. But here’s the bigger question: where was this criticism bef...

Tonight, we break down the latest developments surrounding the Epstein files as new questions emerge and key figures step back from public scrutiny. Pam Bondi has canceled her expected testimony, while Melania Trump is now publicly denying any connection to Jeffrey Epstein, adding yet another layer of confusion to an already murky situation. With shifting narratives and fewer answers, the question...