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Ruthless Podcast

Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan and John Ashbrook

A variety progrum. Smug, Holmes, Duncan, and Ashbrook bring next generation conservative talk to the next level with RUTHLESS. There is no shelter for anyone as the fellas provide a lighter analysis of the news (and fake news) of the day.

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62:11

JD Vance Exclusive Interview: Keeping America Safe,...

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2025/08/01

Join the Ruthless Variety Program for an exclusive interview with Vice President JD Vance. Keeping America Safe, UFO videos, Sydney Sweeney backlash, sharing wild stories about life as VP—like hiking with the nuclear football, missing driving, and breaking the Ohio State championship trophy—VP Vance gets Ruthless. Hear about NFL obsessions, Bengals Super Bowl hopes, staying grounded with high school buddies, and tackling big issues like law enforcement in Cincinnati. Plus, post-interview takes on

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96:36

Democrats Reeling, Trump Dealing

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2025/07/31

🎙️ Democrats know they need to make themselves culturally relevant, but they just don’t seem to know how to do it. Between making TikToks that border on elder abuse, or screaming from the well of the Senate - nothing seems to be working. Meanwhile, Trump keeps racking up wins across Europe. 💥 Turns out, you can’t say that on television. Jim Kramer gets a little spicy on the news, and there’s plenty of Trump being a boss across the EU to keep us busy. ⚡️ Disney adults are somehow getting

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100:21

Why the left is going crazy over Sydney Sweeney, plus...

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2025/07/29

🎙️ Sydney Sweeney is being called a fascist because of an ad for jeans. This is the sort of vintage woke-left content that has been quiet since Trump took office. 🌎 EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin breaks news on the progrum announcing the repeal of the "endangerment finding," a 2009 Obama-era regulation. This finding declared carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases as pollutants endangering human health, which then served as the basis for a slew of regulations on vehicles, airplanes, and

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69:10

Hulk Hogan Tribute: Iconic Moments, Wrestling Legacy...

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2025/07/25

Join the Ruthless Variety Program crew; Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook, for a heartfelt tribute to Hulk Hogan. Reflecting on his larger-than-life legacy as an 80s icon, from Hulkamania and WWF triumphs to his epic RNC moment supporting Trump, the fellas discuss how wrestling mirrors American politics (shoutout to Vince McMahon's Netflix doc). Packed with laughs: Childhood Hulk sightings, wrestling games, concert tales from Chicago to Fleetwood Mac, Hunter Biden's

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92:56

Senate Majority Leader John Thune Reveals Trump's Tax...

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2025/07/24

In this episode of the Ruthless Variety Program, hosts Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook interview Senate Majority Leader John Thune on the GOP's massive wins: tax cuts, no tax on tips/overtime, spending reforms, border security, and energy dominance via the "Big Beautiful Bill." Thune discusses Democrat obstruction on nominations, government funding battles, midterm strategies, and potential NIL reforms in college sports.The crew dives into the Russia hoax, Trump's

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68:24

From Colbert to the WNBA...The Libs Are Not Alright -...

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2025/07/22

Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook on this explosive episode of the Ruthless Variety Program for sharp, hilarious conservative insights into politics gone wild! From the left's freakout over Stephen Colbert's cancellation (hello, Adam Schiff and Hakeem Jeffries!) to Hunter Biden's unhinged rants blasting George Clooney, Pod Save America, and Jake Tapper, we break it all down with zero filter. Hear exclusive audio from Hunter's meltdown, our take on the WNBA's

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78:14

Can Garbage Culture Be Stopped? Plus, Salena Zito’s...

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2025/07/18

🎙️ Just like Smug said on X, today is going to be an insane day. And we start strong with a beef between Smug and JD Vance online that spilled into a PA rally. ⚡️ NPR apparently needs to be around or people will die? Somehow, this feels familiar to other Democrat arguments. Also, how to get a book deal for your poetry and we should be afraid of the gay Chinese robots. 🇺🇸 #1 best-selling author, Salena Zito, discusses her book and being next to Trump in Butler, PA. It’s a gripping account,

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67:43

Lib Journo Ruins the MLB All-Star Presser & NBC...

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2025/07/17

In our first episode since the Fox News announcement, we help newcomers learn what to expect from the Progrum—specifically, our great ability to mock the left. ️ MLB gets journo blowback at their All-Star press conference, NBC runs cover for Biden’s auto-pen and Trump looks right at home with the FIFA trophy. ️ Polling looks good for Mamdami and Cuomo just can’t seem to get it right with a terrible roll-out of his mayoral run. Plus, a man fights a bull in the street - but it doesn’t look like

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10:45

🚨 BIG NEWS from the Ruthless Variety Progrum!

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2025/07/16

It’s a HUGE day on the Ruthless Variety Progrum. We are now part of the Fox News family! Thank you to all the fans who did the work to help us become one of the biggest podcasts in the business. ️ What you can expect from our big news, is that nothing on the progrum will be any different. Who we are off the mic is the same as who we are on the mic. Like, subscribe, watch us on YouTube or listen on any platform. New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday! Stay RUTHLESS. Learn more about your

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76:37

Are Biden’s Auto-Pen Pardons Even Legal? + Trump’s...

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2025/07/15

The controversial auto-pen signatures from the Biden administration's final days are finally getting examined. The fellas discuss how these decisions, particularly the pardons for figures like Anthony Fauci, Biden Family members, and Jerry Lundergan, were reportedly made without Biden's direct involvement, despite his team's insistence otherwise. But Hunter got a handwritten one. The deep state left a note. So this is your friendly reminder that the State Department fired employees want you

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01:17:33

Another Bad Week for Democrats & Left-wing Violence...

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2025/07/11

In a truly bizarre Washington Post article, penned by a literal clown… Excuse us, a Clown. As we learn the grammatical rules of using Clown in a sentence, Subway Takes spiked their interview with Kamala because it was embarrassing. Release the tapes! Plus, Hakeem’s bad photoshop is not a first-time problem. ️ Then, anti-ICE violence is springing up around the country and yet, no one is wondering how we got here. From the shooting last year, the fire-bombing of Gov. Shapiro, to the LA

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01:35:39

How the Obama/Biden FBI & CIA Conned the American People

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2025/07/10

Justice might finally be coming for the Deep State, specifically to John Brennan and James Comey. The fellas discuss why Brennan and Comey are so different and who is worse for democracy. Then, never-before-revealed details from inside the Senate about what was really happening through Russiagate from the people in the middle of it. ️ Our lightning round with Biden’s doctor pleading the 5th, Trump taking what he wants (even from his own cabinet) and then King of the Hill with Cheri

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01:41:53

Will Elon Musk’s “America” Party End in Disaster?

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2025/07/08

What would an Elon Musk-backed third party do for American politics? The fellas look at which party benefits and if the formation of an "America" party would pave a clear path for Democratic victories. They also cover if Musk misunderstands US politics, or if he promised more with DOGE than he (or any one man) could deliver. Smug wants an influencer-based Epstein inquisition impaneled with some broad powers. Great coverage of the “kill the gringo” protests and if Smug would escape

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01:00:00

These Are the Most American Moments Ever: July 4th...

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2025/07/04

This special 4th of July Progrum features the fellas reminiscing about their favorite American moments and traditions. They share personal anecdotes and iconic historical clips, from the Wright Brothers' first flight to the Miracle on Ice, discussing moments that embody American ingenuity, resilience, and patriotism. Join the fellas as they count down the greatest moments on film, and watch their analysis of unforgettable scenes, like Trump’s assassination attempt. PLUS your comments

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01:23:32

How Trump Beat the Media & Academia

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2025/07/03

🎙️ The fellas bask in the $16M glory that is the latest Trump legal victory. Who else would build their empire like this? 🏊 Then, UPenn caves to the will of Donald Trump and Linda McMahon takes a well-earned victory lap. Holmes gives credit to Riley Gaines, who took an unpopular position when this all started, to her credit. ⚡️ The lightning round features Alligator Alcatraz, or Gator GITMO, Democratic meltdown around the Big Beautiful Bill and then we play some King of the Hill. 👩🏻‍⚖️ Then,

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01:26:39

What’s Driving Trump’s Hot Streak?

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2025/07/01

🎙️Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook unpack a historic week: President Trump’s surgical strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, executed with zero U.S. casualties, crippled Iran’s capabilities while their weak retaliation fizzled, showcasing America First precision. NATO allies, inspired by Trump’s leadership, now pledge 5% GDP to defense, with Germany set to become Europe’s largest military power, buying American-made equipment. 💪 The Big Beautiful Bill secures border

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01:14:41

Socialist Shocks New York: A New Dem Leader Emerges

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2025/06/26

🎙️ Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook break down a seismic week in politics! President Trump’s precision strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities delivers a masterclass in America First foreign policy—no U.S. casualties, Iran’s weak response fizzles, and NATO allies now pledge 5% GDP to defense, bowing to Trump’s leadership. 💪 Democrats, meanwhile, spiral into chaos, embracing a socialist nominee in NYC, Zohran Mamdani. He's a radical who pushes abolishing police, prisons,

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01:21:10

Trump's Masterstroke In Iran As Dems Spiral

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2025/06/24

🎙️ Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook as they analyze President Trump’s surgical strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, a bold move to neutralize a decades-long threat from the world’s top state sponsor of terrorism. 🇺🇸 With no American casualties and Iran’s weak response, Trump’s team, including Marco Rubio and JD Vance, dunk on critics like Margaret Brennan. 💪 Plus, the LA sheriff’s department is more worried about Iran than local crime? The crew also dives

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01:02:57

Trump's Military Options: Is A Strike On Iran Necessary?

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2025/06/19

🎙️ Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook tackle the Iran question: should Trump strike or seek peace? They explore the 50 years of context—Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution, the 444-day hostage crisis, Hezbollah’s 1983 Beirut bombing (241 US service members killed), and Qassem Soleimani’s IED attacks in Iraq. 🇮🇷 Guest Brian Hook, former Assistant Secretary of State, breaks down Israel’s surgical strikes on Iran’s proxies (Hamas, Hezbollah) and missile capabilities, exposing Iran’s

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01:07:28

Who’s REALLY Behind The “No Kings” Protest?

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2025/06/17

🎙️Join Michael Duncan, Comfortably Smug, and John Ashbrook as they jump into the chaotic "No Kings" protests, exposing Randi Weingarten and a $2.1B dark money machine behind the anti-Trump frenzy. The team roasts theater-kid protesters in cat costumes and a Boomer bashing a Trump voodoo doll!😆 Ray Starling from the North Carolina Chamber joins to discuss a tax provision threatening tobacco farmers, and we unpack a wild Italian crypto kidnapping saga. 🤯 Why does this matter? The 2024 election

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