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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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  • Verdict with Ted Cruz: SuperBowl, CA Taxes, Follow the DEI Money & VA Assault on Democracy

    Verdict with Ted Cruz: SuperBowl, CA Taxes, Follow the DEI Money & VA Assault on Democracy
    Feb 10 2026
    Super Bowl Fallout, California’s Tax Shock, and the Political Storm Behind the Headlines In the latest episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and co‑host Ben Ferguson deliver a wide‑ranging post–Super Bowl breakdown that moves from halftime‑show controversies to the deeper political and economic issues unfolding across the country. Full transcript: 1. Super Bowl Culture and the Emotional Story Overshadowing the Game Senator Cruz opens by sharing that he caught only part of the game because he was mid‑flight, though he later watched clips of Bad Bunny’s halftime show. While acknowledging disagreements with the artist’s politics, he largely dismisses the cultural outrage surrounding the performance. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Cruz discusses the recent loss of his Thea Sonia. He recounts her resistance to Fidel Castro, her time in prison, and her fierce dedication to freedom. Her story provides a meaningful emotional anchor to an episode otherwise focused on policy. Transcript: 2. California’s Super Bowl Tax Trap: Athletes Lose Big Ferguson then shifts to what he argues is the real outrage: California’s aggressive taxation of Super Bowl participants. A key example discussed: Sam Darnold’s Super Bowl bonus if he won: $178,000California tax liability: $249,000Net result: He loses $71,000 by playing in the state.If he had lost the game, he would have taken home an even smaller bonus and still owed California hundreds of thousands of dollars—resulting in a six‑figure loss. Cruz and Ferguson argue that California’s 14.6% effective top rate, combined with federal taxes, creates a system designed to punish earners. They note that performers, comedians, and athletes are increasingly avoiding California altogether. Texas, by contrast, takes zero income tax from Super Bowl participants—one of many reasons, they argue, that the state continues attracting economic opportunity. Transcript: 3. “Follow the DEI Money”: Inside Mellon’s Academic Revolution Cruz and Ferguson then move to an investigative discussion about the Mellon Foundation, citing a Wall Street Journal analysis of how Mellon has reshaped its grantmaking around DEI‑driven academic initiatives. Examples highlighted in the episode include: $5 million to UVA for doctoral fellows in areas such as “transfeminisms” and “gender‑queer life writing.”$8 million to UC Santa Cruz for a “Visualizing Abolition” program focused on eliminating prisons.Major faculty‑pipeline funding across universities in Michigan, Texas, and California. Cruz argues that Mellon’s shift from classical humanities to ideological DEI activism gives the foundation significant influence over academic hiring and research direction. He warns that conservative philanthropies must avoid similar “institutional capture.” Transcript: 4. Paid Protests and ICE Opposition: Funding Activism at Scale The hosts then connect philanthropic funding to street‑level activism. They discuss a viral video showing anti‑ICE protesters rehearsing chants—indicating organized preparation rather than spontaneous protest. Some participants have even admitted publicly that they are being paid. Cruz highlights the case of a Mellon‑funded academic who participated in an anti‑ICE demonstration and was later arrested and charged with assaulting a police officer. He argues that large, coordinated funding networks—not grassroots anger—fuel many of these movements. Transcript: 5. Virginia’s Radical Post‑Election Shift: ICE, Redistricting, and Power Consolidation The episode’s final section examines Virginia’s political transformation following Democrats’ recent victories. Cruz contends that despite campaign messaging, “moderate Democrats” effectively no longer exist—and the state’s rapid policy pivot proves it. Key developments discussed: Virginia has ended cooperation with ICE, even when dealing with violent criminal offenders.Democrats passed a sweeping redistricting plan designed to take Virginia’s congressional split from: 6 Democrats / 5 Republicansto10 Democrats / 1 Republican,despite the state’s nearly even partisan divide. According to Cruz, a state where Republicans received 47% of the presidential vote will now receive only 9% of congressional representation—an imbalance he calls a “brazen abuse of power.” He warns that this represents a broader blueprint Democrats may apply in other states if given the opportunity. Transcript: Conclusion This episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz moves from cultural flashpoints to systemic issues shaping American politics: punitive taxation in blue states, the ideological reshaping of academia through philanthropy, organized protest funding, and an aggressive Democratic power consolidation in Virginia. Taken together, these themes illustrate the deeper political battles defining 2026. 👉 Listen and Subscribe to Verdict with Ted Cruz Want to hear the full ...
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  • Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Feb 10 2026

    Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Feb 10 2026
    Feb 10 2026
    California Nightmare California’s collapsing tax base, highlighting reports that billionaires—including Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and other Silicon Valley giants—continue relocating to Florida, Texas, and Tennessee, where taxes are far lower. Clay and Buck argue that COVID era remote work trends accelerated the population shift out of blue states and predict that California’s policies will soon be financially unsustainable. They emphasize that states like Florida and Tennessee, both with zero state income tax, are better managed and more attractive to high earning Americans. They warn that Illinois, New York, and California could face even deeper fiscal crises as wealthy residents flee. A major segment of Hour 1 focuses on the broader political consequences of these migrations. The hosts predict that the 2030 census will shift electoral power dramatically toward southern and red leaning states, reshaping presidential pathways. According to Clay and Buck, Democrats have not reckoned with the reality that future White House victories will require winning in places like Arizona, Georgia, and the South—states trending more conservative as high tax regions decline. Let's Save CA! Steve Hilton, who is running for Governor of CA, breaks down what he sees as California’s worsening structural problems: severe tax burdens, soaring electricity and gas prices, homelessness, climate policy extremism, and a proposed “billionaires’ tax” that he argues amounts to an unconstitutional asset seizure scheme. Hilton says the mere threat of this proposal has already driven $1 trillion in wealth out of the state, while California continues to spend billions annually on healthcare for illegal immigrants. Hilton also warns that California’s top two primary system could result in two Democrats advancing if Republicans split their vote. He urges GOP voters to consolidate behind a single candidate and argues that he is best positioned to win, citing his business background, government reform experience, and a strong performance in the recent televised debate. As the conversation continues, Hilton addresses California’s massive budget deficits, alleged widespread fraud, and his proposals for reform—including eliminating the state’s “jock tax,” offering tax relief to the middle class, and establishing an AI driven agency to root out government waste. The hosts close the hour by previewing upcoming coverage on the Olympics and new Epstein related revelations. Senator Bill Hagerty TN Sen. Hagerty explaining the FCC’s probe into Verizon, following reports that the company provided his phone records—and those of other Republican senators—to investigators without notification. Hagerty ties this to what he calls the Biden administration’s 2023 effort to weaponize federal agencies, referencing Jack Smith’s “Arctic Frost” initiative, the Mar a Lago search, and efforts targeting President Donald Trump and his allies. He warns that if a major telecom provider will surrender confidential data on sitting senators, it could easily happen to everyday citizens. The conversation shifts to the growing influence of major entertainment companies. The hosts and Hagerty discuss the proposed Netflix–Warner Bros. merger, competition from Paramount, and the increasing concentration of power within the streaming ecosystem. Hagerty argues that media consolidation—paired with entrenched mainstream media bias—poses a threat to fair political coverage and public understanding. Hagerty then outlines the Republican outlook heading into the next Senate cycle, highlighting potential GOP opportunities in states such as Michigan, New Hampshire, Georgia, North Carolina, and Iowa. He emphasizes the importance of turnout and strategic campaigning. This leads into a broader discussion about voter ID, noting strong bipartisan support and criticizing Democratic efforts to loosen voting rules through proposals like HR1 and S1. A major theme is the impact of immigration on congressional representation. Hagerty explains how counting illegal immigrants in the Census boosts representation for states like California while depriving states such as Tennessee—costing them potential congressional seats and electoral influence. He expresses confidence that the Supreme Court will eventually need to address these imbalances. The hosts also provide a significant update on the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case, announcing that the FBI recovered and released surveillance footage of the suspect despite the damaged camera, and urging the public to assist in identifying him. Best 80's Movies Clay and Buck pivot to lighter audience driven topics, including listener emails about pickleball and whether it’s truly a “sport for retirees.” They launch into a humorous debate over classic 1980s movies, passionately ranking films like Die Hard, Back to the Future, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Ghostbusters, Beverly Hills Cop, Trading Places, The ...
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  • Hour 1 - Protecting Kids is Not Anti-Gay

    Hour 1 - Protecting Kids is Not Anti-Gay
    Feb 10 2026
    Hour 1 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show centers on major national political and cultural debates, with a strong focus on California’s tax exodus, Democratic 2028 contenders, the Epstein files, and the unfolding Nancy Guthrie disappearance case. Clay and Buck open the hour reacting to new immigration enforcement hearings on Capitol Hill and the latest numbers tied to border operations. The hosts recount earlier experiences at the southern border, describing cartel activity and contrasting life on the Tijuana side with Southern California communities like San Diego and La Jolla. The discussion quickly shifts to California’s collapsing tax base, highlighting reports that billionaires—including Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and other Silicon Valley giants—continue relocating to Florida, Texas, and Tennessee, where taxes are far lower. Clay and Buck argue that COVID era remote work trends accelerated the population shift out of blue states and predict that California’s policies will soon be financially unsustainable. They emphasize that states like Florida and Tennessee, both with zero state income tax, are better managed and more attractive to high earning Americans. They warn that Illinois, New York, and California could face even deeper fiscal crises as wealthy residents flee. A major segment of Hour 1 focuses on the broader political consequences of these migrations. The hosts predict that the 2030 census will shift electoral power dramatically toward southern and red leaning states, reshaping presidential pathways. According to Clay and Buck, Democrats have not reckoned with the reality that future White House victories will require winning in places like Arizona, Georgia, and the South—states trending more conservative as high tax regions decline. The conversation also touches on the Epstein files, where the hosts insist that media narratives downplay the number of prominent Democrats connected to Jeffrey Epstein. They reiterate that, in their view, President Donald Trump was never implicated in wrongdoing and even distanced himself from Epstein before major allegations surfaced. Throughout the hour, Clay and Buck also follow breaking developments in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, noting that the FBI is expected to release an image of a masked person of interest carrying tools. They stress that investigators are unlikely to let the perpetrator escape accountability and express hope that Guthrie will be found alive. In the final segment, the hosts turn to the emerging 2028 Democratic field, names like Gavin Newsom, J.B. Pritzker, Josh Shapiro, Pete Buttigieg, and Alexandria Ocasio Cortez. Clay and Buck criticize Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, reacting strongly to his televised claim that his Christian faith motivated him to veto a bill banning “gender affirming” surgeries for minors. The hosts argue that the position is morally indefensible and politically disqualifying for a national run, predicting that Democrats will struggle to find a viable candidate who can bridge the party’s ideological divides. 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 and 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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Clay and Buck are great for America. We all miss Rush but we still need common sense in an insane world.

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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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