Episodes

  • The Mailbag: Fighting Trump, Musk, and Corruption

    The Mailbag: Fighting Trump, Musk, and Corruption
    Mar 14 2025
    In this week’s mailbag episode, Tristan tackles pressing questions from listeners about the ongoing battles against Donald Trump and Elon Musk. He discusses strategies for pressuring vulnerable Republican representatives, the intimidation of law firms by the Trump administration, and the potential for disbarring lawyers who violate ethical standards. Snell also delves into the abuse of executive orders, the limitations of congressional power, and the hush money case against Trump.
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    33 mins
  • Trump's Six-Week Economic Wreckage & the VA Betrayal w/ Brooklyn Dad Defiant

    Trump's Six-Week Economic Wreckage & the VA Betrayal w/ Brooklyn Dad Defiant
    Mar 13 2025
    Tristan Snell and Brooklyn Dad Defiant break down how Trump's administration has quickly derailed what they call "the best American economy since the 1960s." They examine the market volatility, tariff chaos, and rising unemployment, highlighting February's worst job cuts since 2009. The conversation takes a serious turn discussing veterans' issues, including cuts to burn pit exposure benefits and plans to fire 80,000 VA employees - what Snell calls "the most anti-veteran presidency in American history." BDD shares his frustration over watching predicted disasters unfold, comparing the situation to comic book villains becoming reality. The duo closes with sharp commentary on corruption, discussing how removing government services pushes Americans toward private alternatives that benefit Trump's wealthy allies.
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    49 mins
  • Legal Guardrails: Can Courts Restrain Executive Power? W/ Dahlia Lithwick

    Legal Guardrails: Can Courts Restrain Executive Power? W/ Dahlia Lithwick
    Mar 11 2025
    In this powerful episode, Tristan is joined by fellow podcast host and legal expert Dahlia Lithwick to analyze the unprecedented constitutional challenges as courts attempt to check executive overreach. They explore whether judicial orders will be followed, the targeting of law firms like Perkins Coie and Covington & Burling, and what collective action might be necessary to preserve the rule of law. This essential conversation tackles the urgent question: can America's institutions withstand an authoritarian assault, or are we witnessing democracy's unraveling in real-time?
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The Mailbag: Lions, Tigers, and Billionaires

    The Mailbag: Lions, Tigers, and Billionaires
    Mar 7 2025
    Tristan dives into your burning questions about Elon Musk’s controversial dealings, the Supreme Court’s latest rulings, and the Democrats’ messaging struggles. From billion-dollar contracts to voting reform and the fight for Ukraine, we’re unpacking the chaos. Plus, a deep dive into how we can mobilize non-voters and hold power players accountable.
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    56 mins
  • Global Chess: Europe's Unity Strengthens While American Trade Policy Falters

    Global Chess: Europe's Unity Strengthens While American Trade Policy Falters
    Mar 6 2025
    In this episode, Tristan breaks down Trump's inconsistent approach to tariffs, comparing the current situation to the disastrous Smoot-Hawley Tariff of 1930 that worsened the Great Depression. Snell analyzes how Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico are already creating economic uncertainty, with frequent policy reversals revealing administrative chaos. The episode also explores Europe's strengthening unity in support of Ukraine despite Trump's attempts to weaken NATO alliances, and critiques Trump's address to Congress, highlighting numerous factual inaccuracies about taxes, defense spending, and healthcare.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Government by Billionaires for Billionaires: Musk's Power Grab & Ukraine's Ambush

    Government by Billionaires for Billionaires: Musk's Power Grab & Ukraine's Ambush
    Mar 4 2025
    Today we’ll discuss the alarming economic indicators suggesting a potential recession, Elon Musk's unprecedented role in government despite massive conflicts of interest, and the disastrous Oval Office meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky. While Elon is securing billion-dollar government contracts for his companies while serving as an unelected official, Trump's botched handling of Ukraine has revitalized global support for Zelensky. The episode also covers America's broken promises to Ukraine and the consequences for U.S. standing in the world.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • The Mailbag: MSNBC's Future, Ukraine's War, and Tesla's Tailspin

    The Mailbag: MSNBC's Future, Ukraine's War, and Tesla's Tailspin
    Feb 28 2025
    In this mailbag episode, Tristan Snell tackles listener questions covering today's most pressing issues. He examines why MSNBC and CNN viewership continues to decline, analyzes the Ukraine-Russia conflict's long-term strategic implications, and discusses how Tesla shareholders might hold Elon Musk accountable for plummeting stock values.
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    47 mins
  • Wheels Off the Trump Train: 9/11 Funding, Skyrocketing Drug Prices & Germany's Election Surprise

    Wheels Off the Trump Train: 9/11 Funding, Skyrocketing Drug Prices & Germany's Election Surprise
    Feb 25 2025
    The Trump administration is showing cracks just weeks in, with prescription drug prices soaring, 9/11 first responder funding cuts (later reversed after public outcry). Tristan analyzes Germany's recent election where the far-right AFD failed to gain power, explains how social media activism successfully pressured the administration to restore 9/11 health funding, and breaks down why Republicans in purple districts are increasingly vulnerable defending unpopular policies. Plus: why Elon Musk's EV charging station removal hilariously backfires on his own interests.
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    1 hr and 23 mins