The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

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.Full Bio

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Foreign Policy, Recruitment, and the Future of the Military

It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind The Shifting Political Landscape

In this episode, Ryan discusses a debate on the Trump administration's policies and the implications of new election data. He analyzes demographic shifts in voting patterns, particularly among rural and urban populations, and explores the future of political identity in a post-Trump world. Ryan also delves into insights from the General Social Survey, highlighting declining social trust and changing family dynamics. It's a Numbers Game is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episode debut every Monday & Thursday. 

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Normally Podcast: School’s Out, Scandals Are In: Politics, Power, and Pete

In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz dive into a wide range of topics—from the hectic end-of-school-year season and Elon Musk’s take on the Big Beautiful Bill, to the challenges of rescission and federal spending cuts. They also explore California’s electric vehicle mandate, tensions within the Democratic Party, Pete Buttigieg’s media blitz and calls for accountability, the rise of credentialism and declining trust in institutions, and the controversy involving Francesca Gino at Harvard. Normally is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Thursday.

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Daily Review With Clay and Buck - May 28 2025

Buck's Health Gratitude Buck Sexton returns to the mic while Clay Travis is on vacation. Buck shares a personal health update, recounting a severe stomach virus that sidelined him over Memorial Day weekend. He reflects on the importance of health and gratitude: "The Healthy Person Has a Thousand Wants. The sick person has one." The show then pivots to major political topics, starting with a critical discussion of the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” associated with Donald Trump. Buck explores internal GOP debates over the bill, highlighting concerns from prominent conservatives, including Elon Musk. He emphasizes the need for constructive criticism within the conservative movement and shares insights from WH Senior Advisor Stephen Miller, who defends the bill’s merits. A significant portion of the hour is dedicated to the ongoing controversy surrounding President Joe Biden’s cognitive decline. WH Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt argues that Biden’s condition was deliberately concealed by the mainstream media and Democratic operatives, framing it as one of the most significant political cover-ups in modern U.S. history. They call for accountability and congressional investigations into who was truly making decisions in the Biden White House, with speculation pointing to figures like Senator Elizabeth Warren and Ron Klain. Trump vs. Harvard The conversation also touches on the Trump vs. Harvard legal battle, which Buck frames as a broader cultural fight against elite institutions. He supports Trump’s efforts to challenge the ideological dominance of Ivy League schools and praises the president’s willingness to confront entrenched power structures. He argues that elite institutions like Harvard have become bastions of left-wing ideology and unconstitutional racial discrimination, citing the Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action. Buck defends the move as a necessary step to hold universities accountable for their admissions practices and ideological bias, especially in light of recent antisemitism controversies on campus. He draws parallels to NPR and other federally funded institutions, asserting that taxpayer dollars should not support organizations that defy constitutional principles. Dogs Rule A heartfelt story about Buck’s Australian Labradoodle, highlighting the emotional intelligence of dogs and their ability to comfort during illness—a relatable and touching segment for pet lovers. The conversation quickly pivots to pressing political issues, with a deep dive into the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill.” Buck critiques the limitations of executive power, the partisan nature of judicial opposition to President Donald Trump, and the structural challenges in Congress that hinder meaningful fiscal reform. He emphasizes the urgency of addressing the national debt, warning of a looming fiscal crisis if entitlement and automatic spending remain untouched. Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson voices his support for raising the debt ceiling only if it includes significant spending cuts and a return to pre-pandemic budget levels. Buck also references insights from Stephen Miller, who outlines the bill’s major components: historic welfare and tax reforms, aggressive energy exploration, and strong border security measures—all while aiming to reduce the deficit. However, Buck remains skeptical, noting that even with these reforms, the scale of the national debt ($36–37 trillion) and annual deficits over $1 trillion pose serious long-term risks. AL Sen. Tommy Tuberville Guest AL Senator Tommy Tuberville, who discusses the Senate’s role in shaping the bill, his concerns about lingering Green New Deal subsidies, and his upcoming run for governor of Alabama. Tuberville stresses the need for fiscal discipline, entitlement reform, and a balanced approach to energy policy. He also touches on the challenges of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) in col

Hour 1 - Buck's Health Gratitude

Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show kicks off with Buck Sexton returning to the mic while Clay Travis is on vacation. Buck shares a personal health update, recounting a severe stomach virus that sidelined him over Memorial Day weekend. He reflects on the importance of health and gratitude: "The Healthy Person Has a Thousand Wants. The sick person has one." The show then pivots to major political topics, starting with a critical discussion of the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” associated with Donald Trump. Buck explores internal GOP debates over the bill, highlighting concerns from prominent conservatives, including Elon Musk. He emphasizes the need for constructive criticism within the conservative movement and shares insights from Trump advisor Stephen Miller, who defends the bill’s merits. A significant portion of the hour is dedicated to the ongoing controversy surrounding President Joe Biden’s cognitive decline. WH Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt argues that Biden’s condition was deliberately concealed by the mainstream media and Democratic operatives, framing it as one of the most significant political cover-ups in modern U.S. history. They call for accountability and congressional investigations into who was truly making decisions in the Biden White House, with speculation pointing to figures like Senator Elizabeth Warren and Ron Klain. The conversation also touches on the Trump vs. Harvard legal battle, which Buck frames as a broader cultural fight against elite institutions. He supports Trump’s efforts to challenge the ideological dominance of Ivy League schools and praises the former president’s willingness to confront entrenched power structures. Breaking news is covered live as Judge Jeanine Pirro is sworn in as interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., a move Buck sees as a strategic win for Trump’s agenda. The hour also features live commentary on a press conference by Donald Trump, where he addresses tariffs on China, the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and his stance on TikTok. Trump reiterates that the Ukraine war would not have occurred under his leadership and criticizes the Biden administration’s foreign policy failures. The hour concludes with a preview of upcoming topics, including COVID-19 vaccine policy changes and an interview with journalist Alex Berenson. Buck also shares listener messages and reflects humorously on his illness-induced weight loss.    

 

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Hour 2 - Trump vs. Harvard

In Hour 2 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, Buck Sexton is joined by journalist and Substack author Alex Berenson for a deep-dive discussion on the latest developments in public health policy, pharmaceutical industry trends, and higher education accountability. This hour delivers critical insights into the CDC’s recent decision to remove the COVID-19 vaccine from the immunization schedule for healthy children and pregnant women—a move Berenson argues is long overdue but still insufficient. The conversation critiques the FDA and CDC’s cautious approach, highlighting the political and institutional resistance to acknowledging past missteps in pandemic-era health guidance. Berenson also explores the broader implications of vaccine efficacy, particularly for adults under 65, and the lack of rigorous new clinical trials. He emphasizes the need for a complete reevaluation of mRNA vaccine protocols, citing the European model as a more scientifically grounded approach. The discussion touches on the role of public figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and new FDA leadership in pushing for reform, while also addressing the backlash from entrenched public health officials. The hour transitions into a compelling critique of the pharmaceutical industry’s evolution. Berenson outlines how the “golden age” of drug discovery—marked by affordable, effective small-molecule drugs like statins and blood pressure medications—has given way to an era dominated by expensive biologics with limited efficacy. He uses examples like Keytruda and GLP-1 drugs (e.g., Ozempic) to illustrate how Big Pharma now focuses on niche, high-cost treatments for complex conditions like cancer and autoimmune diseases, rather than broad-impact medications. Buck and Berenson also discuss the potential of emerging technologies like CRISPR and AI in drug development. Despite the hype, Berenson remains skeptical, noting that breakthroughs in gene editing and artificial intelligence have yet to deliver transformative results for complex diseases such as schizophrenia or autism. In the final segment, Buck shifts focus to the Trump administration’s push to cut federal funding to Harvard University. He argues that elite institutions like Harvard have become bastions of left-wing ideology and unconstitutional racial discrimination, citing the Supreme Court’s ruling against affirmative action. Buck defends the move as a necessary step to hold universities accountable for their admissions practices and ideological bias, especially in light of recent antisemitism controversies on campus. He draws parallels to NPR and other federally funded institutions, asserting that taxpayer dollars should not support organizations that defy constitutional principles.  

 

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Hour 3 - Dogs Rule

Hour 3 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show delivers a dynamic mix of political analysis, personal anecdotes, and listener engagement, anchored by Buck Sexton as Clay Travis remains on vacation. This hour opens with a heartfelt story about Buck’s Australian Labradoodle, highlighting the emotional intelligence of dogs and their ability to comfort during illness—a relatable and touching segment for pet lovers. The conversation quickly pivots to pressing political issues, with a deep dive into the controversial “Big Beautiful Bill.” Buck critiques the limitations of executive power, the partisan nature of judicial opposition to President Donald Trump, and the structural challenges in Congress that hinder meaningful fiscal reform. He emphasizes the urgency of addressing the national debt, warning of a looming fiscal crisis if entitlement and automatic spending remain untouched. Key political figures are featured prominently in this hour. Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson voices his support for raising the debt ceiling only if it includes significant spending cuts and a return to pre-pandemic budget levels. Buck also references insights from Stephen Miller, who outlines the bill’s major components: historic welfare and tax reforms, aggressive energy exploration, and strong border security measures—all while aiming to reduce the deficit. However, Buck remains skeptical, noting that even with these reforms, the scale of the national debt ($36–37 trillion) and annual deficits over $1 trillion pose serious long-term risks. Listener calls add depth to the discussion, with one caller arguing that Trump should have pursued smaller, targeted bills to force Democrats into clear voting positions. Buck defends Trump’s strategy as pragmatic, given the current congressional makeup and procedural constraints like the Senate’s Byrd Rule, which limits what can be included in reconciliation bills. The hour also features an interview with Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville, who discusses the Senate’s role in shaping the bill, his concerns about lingering Green New Deal subsidies, and his upcoming run for governor of Alabama. Tuberville stresses the need for fiscal discipline, entitlement reform, and a balanced approach to energy policy. He also touches on the challenges of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) in college sports, advocating for structured contracts and loyalty in collegiate athletics. The segment closes with more listener stories, including a powerful account of a dog detecting a woman’s breast cancer before diagnosis—reinforcing the earlier theme of animal intuition and emotional support.  

 

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Government Corruption & The Expectation of Conviction | Ep. 17

Rut takes aim at Biden, Fauci, and the corrupt power brokers who've hollowed out our institutions. From Fauci’s unelected influence to Biden-era backdoor deals, the thread of betrayal runs deep — and the consequences are devastating.

Topics include:

  • $93 billion in rushed government loans with zero oversight
  • Medical research scandals and distorted data
  • Rising miscarriages and health outcomes hidden from the public
  • U.S. taxpayer money flowing to foreign NGOs and media groups
  • Epstein, Diddy, and the rot in American culture
  • The ongoing cover-up of elite crimes — and the missing convictions

If you’re wondering who’s responsible — and when justice will finally arrive — this episode is your wake up call.

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Karol Markowicz Show: Going Menopostal with Amy Alkon

In this episode, Amy Alkon discusses her new book 'Going Menopostal' and sheds light on the often overlooked topics of menopause and perimenopause. She highlights the gaps in medical training regarding women's health, the myths surrounding menopause, and the importance of understanding hormonal changes. Alkon emphasizes the need for evidence-based medical care and encourages women to take charge of their health by educating themselves about their bodies. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. 

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The Tudor Dixon Podcast: Enemies Within: China’s Quiet Invasion with Gordon Chang

In this episode, Tudor discusses the complex and escalating tensions between the United States and China with Gordon Chang. They explore the implications of tariffs, the theft of intellectual property, and the potential for technological warfare. The conversation delves into biological threats posed by China, the economic state of the nation, and the radicalization of individuals within the U.S. They also address the role of Chinese students in American universities and the cultural challenges that arise from these dynamics. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.com

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