Diemer & DiBello

By Matthew Diemer: Politics, Cleveland, Congress, Senate, Ohio, News, Commentary

Two former candidates, one for Congress and one for Mayor of Cleveland, chat about national and local news from the perspective of being behind the curtain.

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April 13, 2025 Guardians on Fire, Congress on Ice, and AI with A1 Sauce
From the Guardians’ hot streak to Trump’s tariffs and a $21M insider trade, this week’s roundup covers Ohio’s school funding mess, a wrongful deportation, and why our Education Secretary thinks AI is steak sauce. It’s funny, it’s frustrating, it’s America in 2025. Go Guards. Stay skeptical.
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1h 8min
March 30, 2025 SignalGate, Tariffs, and JRAM
Signal leaks reveal Trump’s inner circle discussing Yemen strike plans on a private chat. Musk funds a controversial voter lottery. JD Vance stirs backlash in Greenland. Trump shrugs off tariff pain. Meanwhile, JRAM’s hot start powers the Guardians, and Miyazaki warns AI is killing art. 2025’s chaos is just warming up.
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1h 21min
March 23, 2025Guardians, Browns, Tesla and More
Join Matt Diemer and Ross DiBello as they dive into Cleveland’s hottest topics! From the Guardians’ spring training predictions ahead of the MLB season opener on March 27th to the contentious Browns Stadium relocation debate, they’ve got the 216 covered. The hosts also tackle the Tesla vandalism controversy, sparked by Tim Walz’s comments, and explore the newly released Epstein, JFK, and MLK files. Plus, they stand up for free speech, discussing the arrest of Mahamud Khalil and Trump’s wild Tesla vandal remarks. Tune in for a mix of sports, politics, and Cleveland pride!
Resources
Guardians & MLB: MLB Season Start
Browns Stadium Debate: Front Office Sports, WKYC, NYT Athletic
Tesla Vandalism: Matt’s X Post, ABC News
Epstein, JFK, MLK Files: CNN, AP News, White House
Free Speech Issues: CBS News - Khalil Arrest, CBS News - Khalil’s Wife, Fox News
Political Accountability: Empty Chair Town Hall
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1h 2min
February 16, 2025 Cleveland News and Memories: A Look at Stadium Funding, Politics, and Local Culture
Cleveland is a city with a rich history, a passionate sports culture, and a political landscape that continuously evolves. This discussion delves into key current events, including the debate over public funding for a new Browns stadium, political shifts in local government, and reflections on Cleveland’s past—from legendary sports moments to cherished local traditions.
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1h 13min
February 09, 2025 USAID Scandal, DOGE Drama, Amy Acton?
This episode dives into the latest political and cultural chaos: USAID’s funding scandal and a controversial DOGE-linked rehire shake up Elon Musk’s world. Trump sparks outrage with his Gaza comments and a new executive order banning transgender athletes. Kanye West is back with another antisemitic rant, stirring backlash. Kamala Harris’ 60 Minutes edits cause media drama, while Chuck Schumer’s protest chant turns into a late-night punchline. The DNC picks new leadership, Amy Acton eyes a gubernatorial bid, and Cleveland’s Joe Jones faces political retaliation. Tune in for a breakdown of the week’s biggest headlines and why they matter.
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1h 31min
February 02, 2025 Trump’s Moves, AI Shakeups & Ohio’s Bitcoin Bet
A plane crash near DC sparks Trump’s controversial response, while Ohio moves to add Bitcoin to state reserves. ICE raids intensify, DeepSeek shakes up AI, and federal workers face buyout offers amid a grant freeze. Plus, Trump’s new tariffs fuel trade tensions. Breaking down the latest political and economic shifts.

Airplane/Helicopter Crash/Trump Response:
https://apnews.com/article/ronald-reagan-national-airport-crash-62adba7fb1f546b4cf1716e42b86482b

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/trump-plane-crash-dei-press-conference-biden-faa-washington-dc-rcna190020

DeepSeek:
https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/29/tech/deepseek-silicon-valley-ai/index.html

Ohio Bitcoin Reserve:
https://dig.watch/updates/ohio-plans-to-add-bitcoin-to-state-treasury-reserves

ICE/Local Raid Cilantro:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/ice-raids-underway-where-immigrants-222643958.html

https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/01/29/trump-immigration-raids-ice

Fed Employee Resignation Offer/Grant Freeze:
https://www.npr.org/2025/01/29/nx-s1-5279365/federal-workers-resign-offer-buyout

https://www.reddit.com/r/fednews/comments/1idokom/the_everyday_american_people_are_thinking_of_you/

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/did-elon-musk-write-the-fork-in-the-road-memo-for-trumps-deferred-resignation-offer-to-federal-workers/articleshow/117694038.cms

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-federal-funding-freeze-widespread-confusion-rcna189581

https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-pause-federal-grants-aid-f9948b9996c0ca971f0065fac85737ce

Trump Tariffs:
https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-trade-china-mexico-canada-inflation-753a09d56cd318f2eb1d2efe3c43b7d4

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1h 30min
January 19, 2025 Biden's Farewell, Vivek's Ohio Run, Trump Coin
President Biden’s farewell highlighted challenges to democracy, Vivek Ramaswamy announced a run for Ohio governor, Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, and the Supreme Court ruled on TikTok’s national security implications. Additionally, Trump’s administration held key confirmation hearings, and his new cryptocurrency, "Trump Coin," sparked controversy with its rapid $25 billion valuation.
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1h 24min
January 12, 2025 Navigating Leadership, Crises, and Global Challenges
Amy Acton’s gubernatorial bid, California’s wildfire response, TikTok’s potential ban, Meta’s moderation changes, U.S. territorial expansion ideas, and Jimmy Carter’s funeral optics, highlighting leadership, accountability, and crises management.
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1h 34min
January 05, 2025 Musk, Trump, and America’s Crossroads
A tragic New Orleans attack, a Tesla Cybertruck bombing, H1B visa debates, Mike Johnson’s re-election, Trump’s sentencing, Biden honoring Liz Cheney, Cleveland Browns stadium controversies, and Ohio’s police evidence fee law shaped the week’s discussions. These events highlight national challenges, privacy concerns, and local funding priorities.
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1h 23min
December 15, 2024 Cleveland's New Ward Maps, Biden's Big Pardons, and Ohio's Opioid Reversal
This week, we unpack Cleveland’s new ward maps, Biden’s controversial pardons including Jimmy DiMora, Ohio’s overturned opioid verdict, Pelosi’s hospitalization, unexplained drone sightings, Trump and DOGE’s push to end Daylight Savings Time, renewed TikTok ban discussions, and the Caitlin Clark Athlete of the Year controversy.
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1h 23min

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