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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

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  • Hour 2 - Are You Serious, CA?

    Hour 2 - Are You Serious, CA?
    Feb 6 2026
    Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show continues with Buck Sexton hosting solo and delivers an expansive, politics‑heavy hour focused on California politics, Democratic governance failures, cultural activism, healthcare policy, and prescription drug reform. The hour opens with an in‑depth interview featuring California attorney and commentator Katie Zacharia, who provides a comprehensive breakdown of the 2026 California governor’s race. Buck and Zacharia discuss the state’s open “top‑two” primary system, highlighting how Republican candidates Steve Hilton and Sheriff Chad Bianco are polling competitively, potentially setting up a historic Republican‑versus‑Republican general election. They contrast this with what Zacharia describes as a weak and fractured Democratic field, criticizing figures like Katie Porter and Eric Swalwell, and arguing that California Democrats lack a compelling candidate beyond party loyalty. A major theme of this segment is election integrity, with repeated emphasis on the absence of voter ID in California and how it shapes statewide outcomes, alongside discussion of a voter ID ballot initiative backed by Carl DeMaio and publicly supported by Elon Musk. Hour 2 also digs deeply into California governance controversies, particularly the handling of the Palisades fire. Zacharia sharply criticizes Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom, accusing city and state leadership of negligence, budget mismanagement, and lack of accountability. Buck and Zacharia discuss reports that the mayor’s office released a “watered‑down” internal review of the fire response, arguing that a Republican official would have faced far harsher media scrutiny. This conversation expands into broader criticism of California’s one‑party rule, the role of legacy media like the Los Angeles Times, and what they describe as systemic failure paired with political protection for Democratic leaders. The discussion then shifts to cultural flashpoints tied to progressive activism. Buck and Zacharia react to celebrity rhetoric around “stolen land,” including comments by Billie Eilish, and the irony of activists refusing to relinquish their own property when challenged by tribal claims. They also revisit the viral Minneapolis yoga studio incident, where activists aggressively confronted employees over ICE enforcement, using it as an example of what they describe as ideological radicalization, online indoctrination, and the collapse of basic civility. Zacharia links these incidents to broader Democratic rhetoric demonizing ICE and law enforcement, warning that such language fuels harassment and real‑world intimidation. Later in Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, Buck pivots to healthcare and economic policy, focusing on President Donald Trump’s announcement of TrumpRx.gov, a new initiative aimed at dramatically lowering prescription drug prices. Buck explains why prescription drug costs matter politically—especially for seniors ahead of the midterms—and argues that Trump’s approach targets entrenched middlemen, particularly pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), who inflate prices without adding value. Citing FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary, Buck frames the policy as a pro‑consumer, pro‑competition reform that preserves innovation while cutting unnecessary bureaucracy. He ties prescription drug reform to broader themes of American manufacturing, national security, and reducing dependence on China for critical medicines. The hour rounds out with listener talkbacks, lighter cultural commentary, and Buck’s reflections on health, fitness, and wellness—touching humorously on yoga, Pilates, mobility work, and the importance of walking and staying active as people age. Hour 2 closes by previewing the next hour’s focus on New York City politics and Zohran Mamdani, while reinforcing the central themes of the hour: Democratic mismanagement, election integrity, cultural radicalism, and Trump‑era policy initiatives aimed at restoring accountability and affordability. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuckFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    37 mins
  • Hour 3 - Interesting Take, Zohran

    Hour 3 - Interesting Take, Zohran
    Feb 6 2026
    Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show closes out the Friday program with Buck Sexton leading a wide‑ranging, analysis‑heavy hour that blends breaking national security news, immigration enforcement battles, New York City politics, constitutional issues, and strategic political commentary. Buck opens Hour 3 by reiterating the day’s biggest headline: Attorney General Pam Bondi’s announcement that a key suspect in the 2012 Benghazi terrorist attack has been arrested and brought into U.S. custody. He emphasizes the Trump administration’s message that attacks on Americans will be pursued relentlessly, even more than a decade later, framing the arrest as a restoration of deterrence, accountability, and American resolve in counterterrorism policy. The hour then transitions to continued coverage of the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie. Buck reviews new reporting indicating possible premeditation, including the removal of surveillance cameras and a narrow timeline window suggesting a coordinated operation rather than a random crime. While stressing that details remain limited, Buck underscores law enforcement’s belief that this was a planned kidnapping and reiterates hope for Nancy Guthrie’s safe return, noting that the case remains a national focus. A major portion of Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show is devoted to the escalating confrontation between the Trump administration and sanctuary‑city leadership, particularly in New York City. Buck sharply criticizes New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for signing an executive order strengthening sanctuary protections, including barring ICE agents from city property such as schools, hospitals, and shelters without judicial warrants. Buck argues that Mamdani is intentionally provoking a legal showdown with the federal government, raising serious constitutional questions about whether a city can lawfully block federal law enforcement from public property. He contends that this move forces the Trump administration and ICE to respond aggressively to prevent other jurisdictions from following suit. Buck also reacts to Mamdani’s public remarks invoking Islamic history and theology as justification for expansive migrant protections. He challenges the historical framing, arguing that Mamdani selectively cites religious narratives while ignoring the realities of conquest, enforcement, and modern migration policies in many Muslim‑majority countries. Buck frames this as part of a broader ideological pattern, accusing Mamdani of undermining rule of law, capitalism, and national sovereignty while positioning New York City as the next frontline in the immigration enforcement battle. Beyond immigration, Hour 3 pivots into strategic political analysis, focusing on redistricting and congressional power. Buck contrasts what he describes as Republican restraint in states like Indiana—where GOP lawmakers declined to pursue mid‑cycle redistricting that could have eliminated Democratic seats—with aggressive Democratic gerrymandering efforts in Virginia. He argues that Virginia Democrats, after campaigning as moderates, immediately moved to push a congressional map designed to yield a lopsided Democratic advantage. Buck uses this comparison to criticize what he calls Republican naïveté, urging GOP lawmakers to recognize the political environment and play by the same hardball rules Democrats use to protect congressional majorities. The hour also includes Buck’s reflections on health, discipline, and mental wellness, featuring commentary on the benefits of daily walking and personal accountability, drawing on insights from former special operations figures. These segments serve as philosophical interludes tying personal responsibility to broader societal health. Buck briefly revisits economic and investment themes, including skepticism toward speculative assets and praise for traditional safe havens, before shifting to lighter end‑of‑week commentary. Hour 3 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show wraps up with listener talkbacks, humor, and Super Bowl‑week banter, including jokes about Clay Travis’s athletic challenges and weekend plans. Buck signs off by encouraging listeners to explore the Clay and Buck Podcast Network and enjoy the weekend, concluding an hour that combines sharp political critique, constitutional debate, national security analysis, and cultural commentary—serving as a strong capstone to the day’s broadcast. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay & Buck, visit our website https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https:/...
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    37 mins
  • It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind the Texas Election Shock, the GOP’s Warning Signs & What Comes Next

    It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind the Texas Election Shock, the GOP’s Warning Signs & What Comes Next
    Feb 6 2026

    In this episode, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the numbers behind the surprising results of a recent Texas special election and the significant swing toward Democrats that has Republicans on edge.

    Ryan analyzes what really drove the outcome — from flawed candidate selection and turnout dynamics to messaging failures that don’t always show up in the headlines. He also pushes back on media narratives predicting a Republican collapse in the upcoming midterm elections, offering a data-driven look at what the results actually signal nationwide.

    The episode wraps with an Ask Me Anything segment, where Ryan tackles listener questions on the 14th Amendment, China’s population statistics, and other timely political debates.

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    31 mins
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Clay and Buck are great for America. We all miss Rush but we still need common sense in an insane world.

Hey Audible, why'd you cut it of dhort

Great show as usual

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If you want the truth and the whole story then you should listen to this.

Clay and Buck rock.

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I love these guys, I listen a few times a week, However, I have to manually do a search every time because audible will not let me follow this particular podcast for some reason. I follow others, but curiously, I can't follow a nice conservative one? I'm sure it has nothing to do with Amazon's political agenda or leanings. I'm sure it's an honest to God glitch.

Watch out for leftist Audible

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provides interesting insight and commentary on the news of the day from a non-left wing perspective. One a really smart guy, the other kind of a doofus, but they're funny together. I'll let you figure out who's who.

informative and entertaining

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I have listened to Rush for nearly 33 years and hoping for another 33!!! Praying for you!!

Long Live Rush!

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