Rush Hour Podcast – Afternoon Edition

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Text messages take center stage in the escalating Blake Lively versus Justin Baldoni saga, as new receipts suggest Baldoni believed he was being set up in a calculated trap. We break down what the messages show, what they don't, and how this public legal chess match could backfire on both sides.

Plus, major developments surrounding Rob Reiner and his family as his son appears to be positioning himself for trial—what's confirmed, what's speculation, and why the media narrative matters more than ever.

We also cover Stephen Miller fueling controversy after discussing whether Donald Trump would consider invading Greenland, the swift response from the United Nations, and what this rhetoric signals about future foreign policy flashpoints.

And finally, DHS reportedly cuts ties with Hilton Hotels—why the Department of Homeland Security is pulling back, what contracts are affected, and how politics and corporate America are colliding once again.

Rush Hour Podcast – Morning Edition

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Candace Owens and Ben Shapiro are officially at war, and the Daily Wire just made a move that many are calling dirty. We break down what the company allegedly did to Candace behind the scenes, why it escalated the feud, and how Candace is firing back publicly. Is this conservative media cannibalizing itself in real time?

Plus, Piers Morgan says he's owed $300,000 after claiming victory in a high-profile bet — but the other side isn't paying up. Did Piers actually win, or is this just another media spectacle?

And overseas tensions are heating up fast. We look at what new wars the U.S. may be sliding into, the blatant hypocrisy from political leaders who once claimed to be anti-war, and why cracks are forming inside the MAGA coalition as prominent voices turn on Donald Trump over the escalating Venezuelan conflict.

All that and more as we cut through the noise and get you up to speed — fast.

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Rush Hour Podcast — Afternoon Edition

Candace Owens is back in the headlines after reacting to the French president's first lady, as French authorities arrest 11 citizens for alleged cyberbullying. What does this unprecedented move mean for free speech, and how could it impact the defamation case the French first couple has filed against Owens? We break down the international legal stakes and why this story is bigger than just one commentator.

Plus, Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in New York City to federal charges—what his appearance in U.S. court signals for international relations, sanctions, and accountability.

And Senator Mark Kelly, American hero and astronaut, fires back after the Secretary of Defense targets him and moves to dock his retirement pay. We explain why Kelly's response is resonating across party lines and what this means for civil-military norms and political retaliation.

Fast, furious, and unfiltered—this is Rush Hour.

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Monday Morning Rush Hour

Alex Jones does the unthinkable and apologizes to Candace Owens, sending shockwaves through the right-wing media ecosystem. We break down what sparked the reversal, whether it's genuine, and what it means for the ongoing conservative civil war. Meanwhile, things go fully off the rails as Donald Trump floats the idea of U.S. military action involving Venezuela, Greenland, Mexico, and Cuba, yes, all of them. We unpack why this rhetoric is not just reckless, but completely detached from reality. Plus, MAGA podcasters are quitting, imploding, or quietly walking away as the movement fractures in real time. Buckle up, this one is absolutely deranged.

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A chat with the content creator Bocce.

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A chat with Kimberly Soenen about universal healthcare.

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Rush Hour Podcast – Afternoon Edition | 2025 Year in Review

In our final episode of 2025, we're looking back at the stories that defined the year and dominated the discourse. From Candace Owens and the nonstop controversy cycle, to Laura Owens vs. Clayton Echard and the rise of the Justice for Clayton movement, we revisit how these narratives unfolded and why they mattered. We also break down the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni saga and what it revealed about power, PR, and public perception in Hollywood. To close out the year, we shift gears and look ahead, sitting down with an ADHD coach to talk realistic goal setting, focus, and building momentum for 2026. Thanks for riding with us all year — let's finish strong and plan smarter for what's next.

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Morning Rush Hour Podcast – New Year's Eve Edition

We're closing out the year with chaos. Candace Owens is exposed and publicly called out by one of her own colleagues at The Daily Wire, raising serious questions about credibility and internal fractures within conservative media. Donald Trump escalates his battle with Colorado over a controversial water initiative as states push back against federal pressure. We also cover a tragic death within the Kennedy family and break down why the Trump administration is preparing to sue a jazz musician in a case that has free speech advocates on edge. Plus, the wild and unfolding accusations surrounding Stefon Diggs, what's real, what's rumor, and how this situation could impact the New England Patriots' playoff hopes. All that and more as we wrap up the year on the Rush Hour Podcast.

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Rush Hour Podcast — Afternoon Edition

In today's afternoon Rush Hour, we break down Candace Owens' latest town hall event and why several former friends and allies are now publicly calling her out. We also cover Donald Trump agreeing to provide fighter jets to Israel and what that signals for U.S. foreign policy moving forward. Plus, troubling news out of the NFL as Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs faces serious criminal charges. We'll also share an update on the former Nickelodeon star now experiencing homelessness and struggling with drug addiction, highlighting the systemic failures behind the headlines. Finally, we discuss the Affordable Care Act officially ending, what this means for millions of Americans, and the realistic paths forward to fixing health care in the U.S.

Politics, pop culture, accountability, and real-world consequences — it's all on this afternoon's Rush Hour.

Morning Rush Hour Podcast — Chaos, Conspiracies, and Criminal Charges

The conservative media civil war continues as Candace Owens and Alex Jones escalate their public crusade, with fellow right-wing commentators reportedly coordinating behind the scenes to confront what many are calling reckless and chaotic commentary. We break down who's pushing back, who's doubling down, and what this infighting says about the current state of conservative media.

Plus, a major update in the case surrounding singer David, who has now been formally charged with murder in the death of Celeste Rivas. What prosecutors are alleging, what evidence is being discussed, and where the case goes next.

Also this morning: Donald Trump stuns the press by admitting the U.S. has bombed Venezuela, raising serious questions about foreign policy transparency and escalation. And we continue following troubling developments involving a former Nickelodeon star, as new details emerge about their ongoing struggle with drug addiction and the broader conversation around child stardom and accountability.

All that and more on your Morning Rush.