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This week on The Cigar Politico, Clint and Kyle open with current events and sports before diving into the latest developments in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial in Collin County, Texas, as the prosecution rests its case and the defense begins presenting its arguments.

The guys also discuss the surprising outcome of the Los Angeles mayoral race, where late-arriving ballots knocked Spencer Pratt out of contention, and examine his unconventional campaign strategy that included pressure washing city streets and creating AI-generated campaign videos.

Back in Texas, they break down Ken Paxton's overwhelming victory over John Cornyn in the U.S. Senate runoff and look ahead to a potential November showdown with James Talarico. The conversation then expands to several other noteworthy races and political developments from around the country.

To close out the show, Clint and Kyle discuss President Trump's efforts to beautify Washington, D.C., including the restoration of the Reflecting Pool, and react to Jill Biden's new book with comments about Joe Biden's debate performance last year and the questions those remarks raise in hindsight.

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00:00 Introduction, Cigars, & Sports

23:11 Opening Comments

29:15 HOA's

40:02 Congressional Clown Show (CCS)

47:11 Ceaser's Entertainment bought out, MGM might be next

54:00 Education Learning Recession

1:10:50 Karmelo Anthony Trial

1:18:33 Show Updates & Cigars again

1:23:54 Spencer Pratt LA Mayor Race

1:31:40 Paxton beats Cornyn

1:52:40 Graham Platner in Maine

2:02:05 The Reflecting Pool is Reflecting Again

2:16:51 Jill Biden writes a book

2:28:24 Close-Out

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Episode 066 of The Cigar Politico covers everything from graduation season and family milestones to some of the wildest political headlines of the week. Kyle and Clint react to the shocking passing of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, discuss the bizarre but very on-brand idea of a UFC event on the White House lawn for America’s 250th birthday, and break down Trump’s continued dominance in Republican primaries after going 37-0 with endorsed candidates in races and runoffs. The guys also dive into comments from Rahm Emanuel about the current state of the Democratic Party, talk through reports that Iran may be inching closer to a deal with the U.S., and unpack Trump’s surprising comments about wanting to help Cuba economically. A little politics, a little culture, and the usual cigar lounge conversation mixed with current events.

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00:00 Cigars, Opening thoughts

02:43 Senior Sunday, Graduation, and the start of Summer

18:23 Kyle Busch

23:25 UFC at the White House

24:21 Shooter outside the White House

29:22 The GOP shake-up/Trump endorsements go 37-0

35:08 Wesley Hunt on the SAVE Act

41:31 Primary runoff voting in Texas - Paxton/Cornyn, Texas AG

46:30 Rahm Emmanuel and the current state of the Democratic Party

59:00 Dr. Chris Brown

1:03:07 Iran closing in on a deal

1:11:36 Cuba Libre

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Episode 065 of The Cigar Politico is a little bit of everything — from the chaos of end-of-school season and graduation celebrations to the massive crowds headed toward Dallas for the World Cup. Clint and Kyle talk through whether North Texas is actually prepared for the transportation demands of a global event, especially with the region’s limited public transit and lack of a true subway or rail system.

The guys also dive into the increasingly heated Texas Senate primary battle between Ken Paxton and John Cornyn, discussing expected outcome and who will face James Tallarico in the fall.

Later in the episode, they break down the growing “Blue Dot Fever” trend hitting the entertainment industry, as major artists struggle with overpriced ticket sales, selective tour stops, and frustrated fans. They wrap things up with a conversation about declining consumer confidence and what the latest economic signals may say about where the economy is heading next.

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00:00 Opening & Cigars

04:39 Graduation

9:50 I need a program

11:39 Last weeks of school & testing

17:24 1st graders making ash trays in school

19:04 Kids sports & playing up age groups

22:40 The World Cup comes to North Texas

32:15 Rain!

34:39 Texas lawmaker goes after Teachers unions (that don't exist in Texas)

36:18 Will Paxton unseat the incumbent (note about Bill Cassidy in Louisiana)

44:50 Blue dot fever

54:42 Kash Patel & Chris Van Hollen square off about the margaritas

1:06:27 Economic Update, home values declining, gas prices, and consumer confidence

1:35:44 Smoke Sessions

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In Episode 064, Clint and Kyle kick things off in the sports world with a little NFL Draft talk—breaking down surprises, team strategies, and what it all means heading into the season. The conversation takes a wild turn when President Bill Clinton unexpectedly crashes Jerry Jones’ pre-draft press conference, Jerry almost falls off stage, then praises the former President for being the second most man to ever come up - creating one of the more bizarre and entertaining moments of the week.

From there, the guys shift into a more grounded discussion on education—focusing on how kids are engaging with books a little more today and the growing importance of parent involvement at home. They explore what’s working, what’s not, and where accountability really lies.

The episode then moves into politics, diving into the controversy surrounding Virginia’s redistricting referendum and the use of intentionally biased language. They also examine the role of the Southern Poverty Law Center and recent reporting around its funding of groups it has publicly opposed.

To close, Clint and Kyle tackle what they call the biggest story of the week: a third assassination attempt targeting Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner—and the US Secret Service response.

A packed episode with everything from sports headlines to serious national conversations—Episode 064 covers it all.

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00:00 Cigars

21:38 Watching Sports

26:16 the NFL Draft

36:30 Bill Clinton crashes Jerry's press conference

45:28 Clint's son brought home a math book from school

52:21 Duh Gina!

59:42 Virginia redistricting court challenges

1:11:55 The SPLC Grand Jury Indictment

1:19:28 Ilhan Omar corrects her balance sheet

1:23:28 Trump and the WH Correspondents Dinner

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In Episode 063, Clint and Kyle break down a packed week of headlines, starting with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. facing intense questioning on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers pressed him on everything from unpastuerized milk to his thoughts on Trump's mental health.

The conversation then shifts to responses about Nick Cannon and his recent comments tying Democrats to the KKK and a look at party realignment and the civil rights laws from 1957 to 1965.

From there, the guys dive into Donald Trump’s headline-grabbing Easter rant, reaction from lawmakers, and unpack the tone, timing, and what it signals politically as tensions rise and fall in Iran.

Finally, they zoom out to the escalating Iran situation, including threats, ceasefire developments, and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy as the U.S. has more than one ally against Iran in the Middle East..  

It’s a mix of politics, culture, and global stakes—exactly what you’ve come to expect from TCP.

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00:00 Cigars

05:48 Chromebooks in the Classroom

11:42 Back to more Intro

36:19 Pet Peeve Laws

41:37 Congresswoman DeLauro is really upset about unpastuerized milk

50:24 Responses to Nick Cannon and the connection between the Democrats and the KKK

1:15:01 HR 4393 The Dignidad Act

1:24:29 MTG's Georgia seat stays Red - but loses 8 points of margin

1:26:38 Trump's Easter Posts & Iran

1:46:07 Smoke Sessions

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In Episode 062, Clint and Kyle light up and dive into a packed slate of headlines shaping the intersection of tech, politics, and global tension.

We kick things off with Major League Baseball’s rollout of the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system, breaking down how AI is creeping into America’s pastime—and what happens when human judgment gets replaced by algorithms.

From there, we look up—way up—as NASA prepares for the historic Artemis II mission, sending astronauts around the moon for the first time in over 50 years. We talk about what this mission means for space exploration, geopolitics, and the next era of American ambition.

Back on Earth, the Supreme Court takes center stage with a major birthright citizenship case tied to Donald Trump—who made history by attending oral arguments in person. We unpack the constitutional stakes, the 14th Amendment debate, and what a ruling could mean for immigration policy going forward.  

In Texas politics, Ken Paxton appears to have momentum over John Cornyn in a heated GOP showdown, signaling potential shifts inside the Republican establishment and what it could mean heading into election season.

Finally, we zoom out to the global stage with an update on the Iran conflict, now several weeks in. We break down where things stand, the risks of escalation, and how it’s impacting everything from energy markets to U.S. foreign policy strategy.

It’s a wide-ranging episode with one big theme: the future is arriving fast—whether it’s AI behind home plate, rockets circling the moon, or constitutional battles reshaping the country.

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00:00 Cigars & Intro

14:03 MAHA & Protein Everything

26:30 MLB ABS and AI

34:24 Tiger is the best and worst driver we know

38:14 Jaden Ivey

42:18 KitKat Kontroversy

44:24 Artemis II

50:35 Texas Speaker wants to Annex New Mexico

54:47 Consumers sue Costco over Tariffs

56:35 Birthright Citizenship at SCOTUS

1:14:16 It's Paxton's Primary to Lose

1:20:43 Abbott wants to eliminate school property tax

1:29:10 The Iran Conflict

1:44:40 Pam Bondi out at Dept of Justice

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Episode 061: Legends, Lawsuits & Global Tension

The guys open with a tribute to the late Chuck Norris, reacting to the passing of the martial arts icon and cultural legend who somehow managed to be both a real-life phenomenon and the internet’s favorite mythical man.

Then it’s on to one of the wildest legal stories of the week—Afroman actually winning his lawsuit, and what that says about parody, police, and how far creativity can go before it lands you in court.  PSA - don't sue people who are famous for writing parody songs.

From there, Clint and Kyle break down the SAVE Act drama and the mechanics behind a potential “talking filibuster”—what it is, how it works, and whether we’re heading toward political theater or real legislative gridlock.

Finally, the conversation shifts overseas with the USA destroying Iran's military capability, Trump's 5 objectives, and whther we will see more troop movement.

From internet legends to real-world conflict… this episode covers it all. Light up and dive in.

00:00 Cigar gifts!

02:26 Chuck Norris

7:32 March Madness & College

13:22 Baseball opening day & Sports

17:56 Buc-ee's & Vacation

40:57 Afroman

45:46 Cameras in the Classroom

49:47 Guys working out in Jeans

52:39 The SAVE Act

1:03:25 ICE Officers filling in for TSA Agents

1:07:28 MarkWayne Mullin vs Rand Paul

1:15:05 Texas Governor Abbott's Property Tax Proposal

1:22:24 Texas School Voucher Application period closes

1:27:38 Electric Busses are a wreck

1:34:03 The USPS runs out of money again

1:35:47 Iran

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Episode 060:

In Episode 060 of The Cigar Politico, we kick things off with some personal updates as Clint talks about the bittersweet milestone of getting a kid ready for college and what that transition looks like for parents.

From there, we dive into the lighter side of corporate PR disasters, breaking down the McDonald’s CEO’s painfully awkward burger promotion video that left the internet cringing.

The conversation then shifts to politics as we analyze the results of the March 3 Texas primary elections, including the shake-ups across the state and what they could mean heading into November. Among the headline results: a competitive U.S. Senate primary that saw James Talarico win the Democratic nomination, while John Cornyn and Ken Paxton head to a Republican runoff, setting up a major political showdown.  

We also discuss Trump’s State of the Union and the political theater surrounding it, including a viral commentary from Stephen A. Smith. Smith criticized Democrats for refusing to stand and made the point that supporting American citizens means supporting people of all races and ethnicities across the country.

Finally, we close the episode with a look at military action in Iran and what the developing conflict could mean for U.S. foreign policy and global stability.

It’s a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from family milestones to fast-food marketing fails, Texas politics, Washington drama, and international tensions.

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00:00 Intro, Cigars, & Current Events

12:52 Sports (including 60 seconds on the Stars)

24:28 College

39:10 Two local schools vote against a "prayer period" during the school day

46:02 Jesse Jackson Funeral

49:28 McDonald's CEO and the "product"

55:59 Texas Primary Election results

1:24:58 Trump's State of the Union

1:33:12 Iran

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Episode 059

In Episode 59 of The Cigar Politico, Clint and Kyle light up a cigar and break down the week’s biggest headlines—from international controversy to the upcoming Texas primary elections.

The guys start with a look at recent U.S. Winter Olympic victories and how Team USA is performing on the world stage. From there, they shift into politics and examine the flood of political ads hitting Texas ahead of the primary, highlighting several of the major races on the ballot—including the U.S. Senate contest.

They also discuss the new Air Force One paint job, and a new fresh image for the Presidency.

The conversation turns sharply toward national political leadership, where Clint and Kyle weigh in on AOC and California Governor Gavin Newsom, questioning their messaging and leadership as potential Democratic ticket frontrunners.

Finally, the episode wraps with a look across the Atlantic at the shocking arrest of Prince Andrew, and what it could mean for the British royal family and international headlines.

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00:00 Intro, Cigars, & Current Events

06:49 Cowboy Hats & Kid Update

14:30 The PITT and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

20:36 Jury Duty & Political Mailers

22:26 Kyle hates being an adult

31:12 Dads (this guy's an idiot)

37:27 USA Winter Olympics

43:36 Celebrity Deaths, Avalanche, & Nancy Guthrie

51:00 More Political Ads

1:01:04 Mamdani's New York

1:05:37 AF One gets new paint

1:09:51 Presidential Libraries

1:15:01 AOC & Newsom are terrible

1:31:11 Prince Andrew is Arrested

1:41:10 Smoke Sessions

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Episode 058: 

Kyle and Clint light up and jump straight in with opening commentary before diving into the roar of the Daytona 500 and if Kyle will ever become a NASCAR fan.

At the 25-minute mark, the guys break down Justin Bieber at the Grammy Awards, celebrity culture, and how entertainment and politics continue to blur.

The guys talk about Valentine’s Day just passed, being a spouse and a parent at the same time as well as provide a medal count and update on the Winter Olympics in Milan.

The second half gets political.

Clint and Kyle unpack the SAVE Act—what the bill actually says (point by point) what it changes, and why it’s sparking debate nationwide. They follow that with commentary on Barack Obama weighing in on Los Angeles’ homelessness crisis and what responsibility local vs. federal leaders carry.

Next up: the United States Environmental Protection Agency rolling back vehicle emissions standards and what that means for consumers, automakers, and the broader regulatory climate.

They close with Marco Rubio speaking at the Munich Security Conference, foreign policy optics, before Clint walks through his sample Republican Primary ballot as early voting begins this week.

Cigars, culture, politics, and a little Texas edge — just another week at The Cigar Politico.

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00:00 Cigars, Opening Commentary

07:15 Daytona

25:09 Bieber at the Grammys

33:04 Valentines Day

38:13 Winter Olympics Update

42:34 The SAVE Act

1:03:35 Obama on LA's Homeless Problem

1:09:14 EPA rolls back vehicle emissions standards

1:20:50 Lifetouch Photography & JE connection

1:29:52 Local school ICE walkouts

1:36:08 Projecting the 2028 Democratic field

1:38:45 Rubio in Munich

1:49:08 Early Voting Begins