"Wait—We Bombed Iran?!"

That was John’s actual reaction after getting hit with a barrage of American flag emojis. No clue. Zero context. The U.S. had bombed Iran, and he was completely in the dark. That moment kicks off a brutally honest convo about what it means to be disconnected - and whether staying plugged in even helps anymore.

We get into it: how media manipulates perception during protests, why LA wasn’t actually burning (despite what the chyrons said), and who really benefits when chaos gets amplified. We also break down the myth of the “$6,500/week paid protester” (spoiler: we’re still waiting on our checks) and how real organizing works behind the scenes.

This isn’t a thinkpiece. It’s a gut-check. If you're tired of the noise, but still want to know what’s really happening underneath the headlines - this one’s for you.

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer gets blasted by her own side for doing her actual job - meeting with the president to fight for Michigan auto workers. We break down the outrage, the optics, and what it says about political tribalism. Meanwhile, Bill Maher also survives a visit to the White House and confirms that the real D-45 is very different behind closed doors, Starbucks tries to colonize boba, Marjorie Taylor Greene hosts a town hall that turns into a live-action “COPS” episode, and somehow chocolate chip cookies become the standard for rational discourse. Pour a whiskey, grab a donut - it's that kind of episode.

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Fencer Stephanie Turner, previously disqualified and hit with a black card for refusing to compete against a biological male in a women’s event, has now been handed a 12-month suspension from USA Fencing. In this quick follow up to our earlier episode, we discuss why the backlash cuts across political lines and and why punishing female women for standing up for fairness is a losing battle for Democrats. (Recorded April 16, 2025)

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China just cut off U.S. beef imports - starting with Tyson - and might pause them all. Surprise twist? China’s our third-largest beef buyer. That’s a gut punch for American producers and a potential gift to Australia and Brazil, who are ready to swoop in. We talk about what this might mean for your steak prices, why 90-day disruptions aren't the whole story for most businesses, and whether this is bold strategy or economic self-sabotage. (Recorded April 16, 2025)

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When Tré asks: Can America win a tariff war with China? the conversation quickly turns into a verbal sparring match between him and John. Tré sees tariffs as self-inflicted pain, while John views them as necessary leverage. But both seem to agree: we're fencing with blindfolds on.

We unpack the 54% cumulative tariff rate, argue over whether prices have really changed, and ask why "we're getting screwed" sounds more like a vibe than a verifiable fact. From farmers and gas prices to day traders and long-term investors, we break down who’s winning, who’s whining, and whether "fair trade" even exists. 

No easy answers. No safe takes. Just bourbon, banter, and bets you'll want to fact-check next year. (Recorded April 8, 2025)

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This episode peels back the layers of America’s automation boom to ask: how many humans does one robot really replace? From auto factories to woodworking shops, we look briefly at the real ratios - not the headline hype.

And what about the cost? Some of these small machines run $500K a pop and still need constant updates. Meanwhile, skilled tradespeople are still in demand, still showing up, and still building the backbone of America.

As John says: "When the robots break, they don’t call Silicon Valley - they call me."

Subscribe and weigh in: is automation the end of labor, or just the next chapter? (Recorded April 8, 2025)

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Tariffs, tweets, and tension on the seet. Tre' argues the president's trade war is performative chaos with real costs, while John says it's finally putting America first. Can we bring jobs back - or are we chasing ghosts in an automated world? Sparks fly in this raw debate about economic power, political spin, and the future of American labor. (Recorded April 8, 2025)

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A female athlete's silent protest against competing with a transgender fencer ignites passionate debate about the intersection of women's sports, transgender rights, and athletic integrity. Hosts Tré Scott and John Mack examine how this controversial issue challenges liberal principles and traditional sports categories.

• Female fencer Stephanie Turner was disqualified for refusing to compete against a transgender woman
• USA Fencing policy allows athletes to participate in a manner consistent with their gender identity
• The scientific differences between male and female athletes create legitimate competitive concerns
• Both hosts question why more liberals aren't concerned about potential setbacks to women's sports progress
• Turner's protest was silent and dignified, not disruptive or attention-seeking
• The tension between competing progressive values creates uncomfortable positions for liberals

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Two NASA astronauts were stuck in space for over eight months—on what was supposed to be an eight-day trip. Now, thanks to Elon Musk’s SpaceX, they’re finally coming home. But why did it take so long? And why are extremist protesters showing up at Tesla factories?

This episode of Whiskey & Donuts dives into the strange new world where political tribalism trumps common sense. The man who made electric vehicles cool is being boycotted by the very people who champion green tech—because he’s not in the “right” political tribe.

We break down:
 🔹 The White House EV Summit that snubbed Tesla
 🔹 California’s war on businesses that dare to leave
 🔹 Why SpaceX’s earlier rescue offers may have been ignored
 🔹 How politics now outweighs public good—even in space

If you’re ready for raw, unfiltered conversation that cuts through the noise, hit play. Whether you agree or not, we speak the truth—even when it offends.

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Was America’s first female president just a missed opportunity? We explore how political strategy - not just misogyny - kept the glass ceiling intact. What if Biden had stepped down in 2022 or 2023, making Kamala Harris the incumbent? Could that have reshaped 2024? Or better yet - according to Tré anyway - what if Kamala, too, had gotten out of the way?

We break down the cold electoral math: for a Democrat to win the presidency means securing Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Being qualified isn’t enough - candidates must resonate with swing-state voters. While Democrats blame sexism (and Russia!), could their real problem be backing the wrong candidates at the wrong time?

As dozens of countries elect women leaders, the U.S. lags behind. Which party will make history first? The answer may come down to strategy over symbolism.

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