David Blackmon sits down with Matt Whitlock, creator of The 10-Minute Drill, to talk about making sense of today’s fast-moving news cycle. They cover topics like dark money in politics, climate-related lawsuits, foreign influence on U.S. energy, and how the media often misreads Trump. The conversation also touches on Congress, Orrin Hatch’s legacy, and what Whitlock aims to do with his daily news updates.

Highlights of the Podcast

00:00 - Introduction

01:34 - Creating the 10-Minute Drill

04:22 - Trump, Media, and Misunderstanding

08:32 - The Web of Dark Money

11:45 - Climate Judiciary Project

16:43 - Honolulu Case & Lawfare Strategy

18:39 - Foreign Influence on U.S. Energy Policy

20:32 - Rumors About Trump’s Health

23:11 - Congress Back in Session

26:52 - Right Track/Wrong Track Numbers

29:09 - Closing & Where to Find 10-Minute Drill