Government Spending
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

PBS News Hour full episode, June 22, 2026
The U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Iran amid a new deconfliction mechanism for the Lebanon war, while the UK faces political upheaval with Keir Starmer's resignation, and a new DOJ memo threatens disability rights, all against a backdrop of rapidly melting glaciers and a tribute to economic titan Alan Greenspan.

LIVE: MAGA gets UNCOVERED as Trump FULLY SURRENDERS
This episode dissects Donald Trump's perceived decline, the controversial Iran 'peace deal,' and a series of bizarre political events, arguing that his actions are driven by mental deterioration and a disregard for democratic norms.

It’s better to cross the finish line before celebrating
The host dissects the Trump administration's 'weak' Iran deal, G7 blunders, and the Ohio gubernatorial race, highlighting perceived incompetence and political hypocrisy.

They’re getting caught doing the exact same thing
David Pakman exposes the Trump administration's hypocrisy on the Iran nuclear deal, highlights concerns about Trump's cognitive state at the G7, and critiques the weaponization of government against political opponents, while Robert Reich outlines an economic populist strategy for Democrats.

Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.
This episode dissects multiple high-stakes legal and economic issues impacting the Black community, from controversial trial outcomes and overturned convictions to the true state of Black unemployment and the political weaponization of government services.

Joe Rogan Experience #2509 - Caleb Hammer
Caleb Hammer, known as the 'Jerry Springer of Finance,' discusses America's debt crisis, the pitfalls of modern higher education, and how political capture and a victim mentality fuel societal and financial decline.

Trump Admin Threatens to Disrupt Air Travel Over "Sanctuary" Policies | Receipts LIVE
This episode exposes how Trump-era policies, from a dubious 'slush fund' to threats against 'sanctuary city' airports, are designed for political retribution, often harming allies and exacerbating economic strain like rising food insecurity.

I’m Going To Get Sued For This | Financial Audit
A trans barber faces a brutal financial audit, revealing a pattern of unemployment, mounting debt, and a reliance on 'simps' for income, while blaming external factors for her struggles, including taxpayer-funded gender-affirming surgery.

WHOA: Republicans GET REVENGE on Trump amid primary losses
Republicans, freed from Trump's influence after primary losses, are now actively undermining his key priorities, while a Minnesota AG is prosecuting federal ICE agents despite lack of cooperation, and California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer outlines his progressive agenda.

Zohran Mamdani Just Got Scared After Jeff Bezos Responds to His Threat to Billionaires
Dave Rubin dissects Jeff Bezos's recent public statements on taxation and wealth creation, using them to critique progressive economic policies, government spending, and perceived Democratic hypocrisy on issues from reparations to foreign policy.

The Graham Platner Situation...
Host Luke Beasley defends Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner against past controversies, arguing his 'real person' background and compelling policy stances on the working class and government spending outweigh perceived 'inappropriate' behavior.

LIVE: Trump gets RUDE AWAKENING as his World COLLAPSES | Legal AF
This episode exposes the orchestrated chaos and alleged corruption within the Trump administration, from a ghostwritten social media presence to questionable appointments and wasteful spending, arguing these actions reveal a failing political strategy.

Trump ADMITS Defeat, Says Iran Ceasefire Is on “Life Support”
The hosts dissect Trump's faltering Iran ceasefire, his contradictory Venezuela statehood proposal, and the critical impact of recent redistricting rulings on Democratic prospects.

PBS News Hour full episode, May 11, 2026
President Trump's rejection of Iran's peace offer escalates the conflict, while domestic issues like a hantavirus outbreak, a controversial National Mall renovation, and rising gas prices dominate the U.S. political landscape.

Amtrak in 1973 and other stories about trains | 60 Minutes Full Episodes
This 60 Minutes report from 1973, juxtaposed with modern segments, exposes the enduring crisis of American infrastructure, from Amtrak's early struggles to California's high-speed rail failures and New York City's crumbling subway system, all stemming from decades of underinvestment and political paralysis.

Trump Economy Nosedives; Republican Assault On Black Voters w/ Heather 'Digby' Parton | MR Live
The hosts and guest Heather 'Digby' Parton dissect the dire state of the US economy under Trump and the aggressive Republican strategy to disenfranchise Black voters through judicial and legislative means, highlighting a perceived lack of forceful response from Democrats.

“Complete FAKE!” - Erika Kirk, Bioweapon COVERUP, Elon Musk & $39 Trilly BOMB | Clint Russell • 419
Clint Russell and Julian Dorey dissect the alleged assassination of Charlie Kirk, the systemic flaws of central banking, the true cost of US foreign policy, and the looming threats of AI and economic collapse, all while critiquing elite detachment and media narratives.

LIVE: MAGA Gets UNCOVERED as TRUMP FOLDS in WAR
This episode dissects Donald Trump's perceived foreign policy failures in Iran, the weaponization of propaganda around the Spirit Airlines bankruptcy, the taxpayer funding of the White House ballroom, and concerns over Trump's cognitive and physical health.

Everything is great other than all of this stuff
David Pakman exposes how rising gas prices, a taxpayer-funded White House ballroom, and Canada's diplomatic shift away from the US reveal a disconnect between political rhetoric and economic reality, often obscured by media spectacle.

Trump’s $400 Million Ballroom Scam
This episode exposes the alleged financial and political maneuvering behind Trump's White House ballroom project, critiques Bill Maher's controversial views on transgender youth, and highlights the hypocrisy of right-wing rhetoric.

‘Shark Tank’ Legend Notices Something in Zohran Mamdani’s Viral Clip Others Are Unwilling to See
Dave Rubin dissects the economic and social fallout from progressive policies in New York City and beyond, highlighting how 'anti-rich' rhetoric and political incentives drive societal decay and division.

LIVE TRUMP ECONOMY CRUSHING Workers | LIVE With Chicago Auto Workers
UAW Local 551 members detail how post-strike wage gains are negated by inflation, criticize government spending priorities, and advocate for collective action and informed voting to combat an economy they feel is failing the working class.

Trump threatens war crimes, praises Allah on Easter Sunday
Guest host Britney Paige critically dissects the Trump administration's alleged threats of war crimes, budget priorities, Epstein cover-up, and perceived racism, framing them as a dangerous pattern of instability and hypocrisy.

Republicans Don't Even Pretend to Care About Debt (w/ Jessica Riedl) | Mona Charen Show
Both Republican and Democratic parties have abandoned fiscal responsibility, leading the U.S. towards an inevitable debt crisis exacerbated by demographic shifts and ineffective policy approaches.