The government shutdown Trump and his Republican allies engineered is quickly turning into a political disaster — and voters are noticing.

On this week’s Find Out Podcast, we break down how Trump overplayed his hand and what the growing backlash means for Democrats heading into 2026.

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The government shutdown was no accident — it is a weapon. Donald Trump and his Republican enablers are once again holding the country hostage to force their extreme agenda. In this episode, we call out the cynical politics that put millions of Americans in danger, expose the hypocrisy of the GOP, and break down the damage they’re willing to cause just to score cheap political wins.

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On today’s Find Out Podcast, we sit down with Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, former Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, to break down what’s really at stake. From cuts that would devastate seniors and low-income families to the long-term consequences for our entire health system, Brooks-LaSure explains how Trump’s agenda could roll back decades of progress. This is a must-listen conversation about the future of health care, equity, and the fight to protect the most vulnerable.

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it’s a window into how Trump keeps control of the conversation and his movement. From strange obsessions to dangerous rhetoric, we dig into what these outbursts reveal about his campaign and the broader state of American politics in 2026.

📌 In this episode:

Trump’s escalating attacks on everyday things like escalators, Tylenol, and Antifa
Why these rants aren’t random — they serve a political purpose
How his rhetoric continues to dangerously shape the political landscape

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We recorded this episode before Disney announced Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late night — but the bigger issue hasn’t gone away. Is free speech under fire in America? Media lawyer and author Ian Rosenberg joins us to break down what Kimmel’s suspension reveals about the First Amendment, government pressure, media corporations, and censorship in America.

Even though Jimmy Kimmel is coming back on air, the chilling effect of political interference and corporate caution is real. Free expression is at risk, and what happened here could set a precedent for future cases.

📌 In this episode, we cover:

Why Kimmel’s suspension matters for the future of the First Amendment
How political pressure influences corporate media decisions
The difference between legal free speech protections and cultural censorship
What comes next for comedians, journalists, and creators

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What started as a small passion project has become one of the most respected craft breweries in the country—known not just for its beer, but for its mission-driven approach to business. Dan shares the story of how Maine Beer Company was built around the simple motto “Do what’s right,” and how that philosophy has shaped everything from their brewing process to sustainability practices to giving back. We dig into why he made the leap from brewing to politics, the issues that inspired his campaign, and how he plans to bring a values-driven approach to Washington. If you care about Maine, politics, or the future of progressive leadership, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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FBI Director Kash Patel tesitfied in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee yesterday — and things got wild. From his botched public statements about the Charlie Kirk investigation, to angry exchanges with Democratic senators over Epstein files and claims of political firings, Patel defended his record – but raised more questions than he answered.

We spoke with Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware) about what he found most alarming: dismissals of agents involved in investigations of Trump adversaries, claim after claim of maintained FBI independence, and whether the bureau’s new leadership can truly be trusted.

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In this episode of Find Out, we break down:

How right-wing figures are framing Kirk’s death as a political attack
The dangers of pushing a narrative without evidence
Why this reckless blame game threatens democracy and public safety
What progressives and everyday citizens can do to fight back against weaponized misinformation

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The crew digs into:

The dangerous rise of political violence in the United States
How right-wing media immediately weaponized Kirk’s death to stoke fear and division
The broader epidemic of gun violence and the loopholes that keep dangerous weapons in the hands of criminals
Why Charlie Kirk’s legacy as a radicalizer and MAGA movement-builder makes him both a destructive figure and, now, a martyr for the far right
What history tells us about authoritarian creep, and why the stakes for democracy are higher than ever

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Today on the Find Out Podcast:

The Supreme Court backs racial profiling in LA while Trump loses another legal battle in the E. Jean Carroll case.

Farmers beg for help as tariffs fuel stagflation and wreck rural economies.

Media giants lean right, with CBS courting Bari Weiss.

Trump and JD Vance stoke international chaos in Venezuela.

RFK Jr. unravels in a Senate hearing on vaccines.

Join Tim, Luke, Zak, and Rich for sharp analysis, hard truths, and a progressive take on America’s political and economic crisis.

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