Joe Pags calls out the media’s decline as POTUS squares off with an ABC reporter and refuses to take the bait. Drawing on 30+ years of journalism experience, Pags breaks down the exchange, explains exactly what the reporter did wrong, and says point-blank he wouldn’t keep her on his news team — and he tells you why. Then Tricia McLaughlin, Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, joins the show with exclusive updates. Pags — broadcasting from San Antonio — digs into the 150+ person underground club bust, whether DPS was involved, how ICE agents are navigating coordinated protests, and what’s unfolding in hotspots like Chicago and Charlotte. It’s sharp, inside-the-agency insight you won’t hear anywhere else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Pags reacts as Gov. Greg Abbott officially declares CAIR a terrorist group, blocking them from buying land in Texas — and the fallout is major. Then, a heated debate out of Dearborn as the Muslim mayor responds to complaints over the mosque’s call to prayer; Pags explains why volume and intrusion matter, not religion. He also reveals reports that CAIR is handing out $1,000 checks to anti-Israel agitators punished by colleges. Then — Jeremy Ryan Slate joins Pags for a fascinating breakdown of the Roman Empire’s decline and the shocking parallels to America today. Immigration, entitlements, taxation, cultural collapse — are we repeating Rome’s mistakes? You have to hear this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Pags slices through the sensational headlines and reminds listeners that the Epstein files aren’t the only story — and not even the most important one. Still, he lays out the real facts with clarity you won’t hear anywhere else. Pags also reacts to POTUS confirming he would sign a bill to release the files once the House votes on it. Then, after 10 months of tariffs, Pags and the crew dig into how Americans are really feeling about them, the impact on everyday life, and what the long game looks like. It’s sharp, grounded, and packed with straight talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump speaks live at the McDonald’s Impact Summit, making the case for bringing American businesses back to America — and Joe Pags weighs in on Trump openly admitting he “blew his stack” earlier in the day while demanding better trade deals. Then, major legal news: SCOTUS agrees to review the legality of asylum claims, and Pags says good — because not everyone crossing the border should automatically qualify for asylum. Finally, Eric Trump joins Joe for an in-depth, candid conversation between longtime friends. Eric shuts down the narrative that “MAGA is dead,” insisting it’s “stronger than it’s ever been.” He talks about bad actors trying to divide the movement, why patriotism is surging again, and the wins the media won’t acknowledge. He also takes aim at “The View” and the guests who fall for its traps. It’s honest, bold, and one of the most energized Eric Trump interviews yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Pags dives in as Michelle Obama once again leans into victimhood, and Pags has a field day poking holes in her predictable narrative — with plenty of laughs along the way. Then, the team tackles the wild trend of parents paying $8,000 to “detox” their kids from devices. Pags jokes that for $4,000 he’ll show you how to turn the computer off himself, in a hilarious take on peak first-world problems. Finally, Kay Hill joins the show for a breakdown you don’t want to miss — including buzz around a potential 2028 presidential candidate and the question on everyone’s mind: Where are the tech jobs going? With AI transforming entire industries, Kay and Pags sort through what’s real, what’s hype, and how this shift could reshape the job market. Smart, funny, and full of insight — this is a classic Pags hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the government reopening, federal workers are about to receive major paychecks — but the big questions remain: Who gets backpay? Who qualifies for the $10,000 bonus? Do hourly employees get retroactive pay too? Joe Pags and the crew break it all down with help from callers, digging into retroactive pay rules, sick leave calculations, bonus eligibility, and the surprising fine print most people don’t know about. It’s an informative, lively, and eye-opening look at how government pay really works behind the scenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Trump has officially signed the bill to reopen the government, and what he said afterward will absolutely shock you. Joe Pags plays his favorite clips from the announcement — including the moments the media conveniently glossed over. Meanwhile, Hakeem Jeffries is bizarrely congratulating Democrats, prompting Pags to ask: For what, exactly? And with Kamala Harris now gone from the spotlight, Rep. Jasmine Crockett steps in with a fresh batch of word salad, offering a clip so hilarious you have to hear it. Then Rep. Greg Steube joins Pags with an unfiltered and incredibly insightful interview. Steube explains why he refused to support the CR, why he believes it was the wrong move strategically, and what January 30th now represents in the bigger political picture. He also lays out why he supports returning the filibuster to its original form, aligning with President Trump’s position. And Steube sets the record straight on the controversial $500,000 allowance for senators, revealing that it was a Senate-driven provision and that many senators listed don’t even want it. It’s a sharp, fact-rich conversation that cuts through the noise and brings clarity to a chaotic Washington moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Pags kicks off the hour with the BBC issuing an apology as the network faces the threat of a $1 billion lawsuit, then turns to major political news as the DOJ sues California over its House map — a move Pags predicted long before it hit the headlines. The crew also has a hilarious sidebar debate: Has everyone actually seen Rocky? It’s pure Joe Pags Show energy. Then, Dr. Ben Carson joins for a compelling, in-depth interview on the future of healthcare in America. He discusses the political void left since Kirk’s assassination, the strange infighting on the right, and how Big Pharma’s stock soared because of Obamacare. Dr. Carson lays out a clear, practical path to undoing the damage, rebuilding a functional system, and explains how history could have been dramatically different had John McCain voted to repeal Obamacare. It’s smart, honest, and one of the most important healthcare conversations you’ll hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s breaking news on The Joe Pags Show as Congress officially votes to end the historic shutdown — but Joe’s asking the question everyone should be: What happens now? Pags walks listeners through what the vote really means, what comes next for everyday Americans, and why some Democrats are actually calling the shutdown “worth it” despite the toll on working families. Then, a new Epstein story surfaces — but is it legitimate news or just another Democrat distraction from their policy failures? Pags cuts through the spin, separates fact from noise, and holds the line with the truth. It’s a fast, fiery, and fact-driven hour you can’t afford to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices