The Cigar Politico

Episode 065: Blue Dot Fever

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418332/fan_mail/new] Episode 065 of The Cigar Politico is a little bit of everything — from the chaos of end-of-school season and graduation celebrations to the massive crowds headed toward Dallas for the World Cup. Clint and Kyle talk through whether North Texas is actually prepared for the transportation demands of a global event, especially with the region’s limited public transit and lack of a true subway or rail system. The guys also dive into the increasingly heated Texas Senate primary battle between Ken Paxton and John Cornyn, discussing expected outcome and who will face James Tallarico in the fall. Later in the episode, they break down the growing “Blue Dot Fever” trend hitting the entertainment industry, as major artists struggle with overpriced ticket sales, selective tour stops, and frustrated fans. They wrap things up with a conversation about declining consumer confidence and what the latest economic signals may say about where the economy is heading next. Light a cigar, settle in, and join the conversation. 00:00 Opening & Cigars 04:39 Graduation 9:50 I need a program 11:39 Last weeks of school & testing 17:24 1st graders making ash trays in school 19:04 Kids sports & playing up age groups 22:40 The World Cup comes to North Texas 32:15 Rain! 34:39 Texas lawmaker goes after Teachers unions (that don't exist in Texas) 36:18 Will Paxton unseat the incumbent (note about Bill Cassidy in Louisiana) 44:50 Blue dot fever 54:42 Kash Patel & Chris Van Hollen square off about the margaritas 1:06:27 Economic Update, home values declining, gas prices, and consumer confidence 1:35:44 Smoke Sessions

Episode 064: Bill Clinton is the second most man to ever come up

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418332/fan_mail/new] In Episode 064, Clint and Kyle kick things off in the sports world with a little NFL Draft talk—breaking down surprises, team strategies, and what it all means heading into the season. The conversation takes a wild turn when President Bill Clinton unexpectedly crashes Jerry Jones’ pre-draft press conference, Jerry almost falls off stage, then praises the former President for being the second most man to ever come up - creating one of the more bizarre and entertaining moments of the week. From there, the guys shift into a more grounded discussion on education—focusing on how kids are engaging with books a little more today and the growing importance of parent involvement at home. They explore what’s working, what’s not, and where accountability really lies. The episode then moves into politics, diving into the controversy surrounding Virginia’s redistricting referendum and the use of intentionally biased language. They also examine the role of the Southern Poverty Law Center and recent reporting around its funding of groups it has publicly opposed. To close, Clint and Kyle tackle what they call the biggest story of the week: a third assassination attempt targeting Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner—and the US Secret Service response. A packed episode with everything from sports headlines to serious national conversations—Episode 064 covers it all. Find us live-streaming on Twitch and videos on YouTube! 00:00 Cigars 21:38 Watching Sports 26:16 the NFL Draft 36:30 Bill Clinton crashes Jerry's press conference 45:28 Clint's son brought home a math book from school 52:21 Duh Gina! 59:42 Virginia redistricting court challenges 1:11:55 The SPLC Grand Jury Indictment 1:19:28 Ilhan Omar corrects her balance sheet 1:23:28 Trump and the WH Correspondents Dinner

Episode 063: Unpastuerized Milk!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418332/fan_mail/new] In Episode 063, Clint and Kyle break down a packed week of headlines, starting with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0] facing intense questioning on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers pressed him on everything from unpastuerized milk to his thoughts on Trump's mental health. The conversation then shifts to responses about Nick Cannon [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1] and his recent comments tying Democrats to the KKK and a look at party realignment and the civil rights laws from 1957 to 1965. From there, the guys dive into Donald Trump [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2]’s headline-grabbing Easter rant, reaction from lawmakers, and unpack the tone, timing, and what it signals politically as tensions rise and fall in Iran. Finally, they zoom out to the escalating Iran situation, including threats, ceasefire developments, and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy as the U.S. has more than one ally against Iran in the Middle East..   It’s a mix of politics, culture, and global stakes—exactly what you’ve come to expect from TCP. Find the show live-streaming on Twitch and check out our videos on YouTube! 00:00 Cigars 05:48 Chromebooks in the Classroom 11:42 Back to more Intro 36:19 Pet Peeve Laws 41:37 Congresswoman DeLauro is really upset about unpastuerized milk 50:24 Responses to Nick Cannon and the connection between the Democrats and the KKK 1:15:01 HR 4393 The Dignidad Act 1:24:29 MTG's Georgia seat stays Red - but loses 8 points of margin 1:26:38 Trump's Easter Posts & Iran 1:46:07 Smoke Sessions

Episode 062: What else is being made in the Viagra factory?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418332/fan_mail/new] In Episode 062, Clint and Kyle light up and dive into a packed slate of headlines shaping the intersection of tech, politics, and global tension. We kick things off with Major League Baseball’s rollout of the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system, breaking down how AI is creeping into America’s pastime—and what happens when human judgment gets replaced by algorithms. From there, we look up—way up—as NASA [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0] prepares for the historic Artemis II mission [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1], sending astronauts around the moon for the first time in over 50 years. We talk about what this mission means for space exploration, geopolitics, and the next era of American ambition. Back on Earth, the Supreme Court takes center stage with a major birthright citizenship case tied to Donald Trump [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2]—who made history by attending oral arguments in person. We unpack the constitutional stakes, the 14th Amendment debate, and what a ruling could mean for immigration policy going forward.   In Texas politics, Ken Paxton [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=3] appears to have momentum over John Cornyn [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=4] in a heated GOP showdown, signaling potential shifts inside the Republican establishment and what it could mean heading into election season. Finally, we zoom out to the global stage with an update on the Iran conflict, now several weeks in. We break down where things stand, the risks of escalation, and how it’s impacting everything from energy markets to U.S. foreign policy strategy. It’s a wide-ranging episode with one big theme: the future is arriving fast—whether it’s AI behind home plate, rockets circling the moon, or constitutional battles reshaping the country. Check out the show live-streaming on Twitch and videos on YouTube! 00:00 Cigars & Intro 14:03 MAHA & Protein Everything 26:30 MLB ABS and AI 34:24 Tiger is the best and worst driver we know 38:14 Jaden Ivey 42:18 KitKat Kontroversy 44:24 Artemis II 50:35 Texas Speaker wants to Annex New Mexico 54:47 Consumers sue Costco over Tariffs 56:35 Birthright Citizenship at SCOTUS 1:14:16 It's Paxton's Primary to Lose 1:20:43 Abbott wants to eliminate school property tax 1:29:10 The Iran Conflict 1:44:40 Pam Bondi out at Dept of Justice

Episode 061: Legends, Lawsuits, and Global Tension

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2418332/fan_mail/new] Episode 061: Legends, Lawsuits & Global Tension The guys open with a tribute to the late Chuck Norris, reacting to the passing of the martial arts icon and cultural legend who somehow managed to be both a real-life phenomenon and the internet’s favorite mythical man. Then it’s on to one of the wildest legal stories of the week—Afroman actually winning his lawsuit, and what that says about parody, police, and how far creativity can go before it lands you in court.  PSA - don't sue people who are famous for writing parody songs. From there, Clint and Kyle break down the SAVE Act drama and the mechanics behind a potential “talking filibuster”—what it is, how it works, and whether we’re heading toward political theater or real legislative gridlock. Finally, the conversation shifts overseas with the USA destroying Iran's military capability, Trump's 5 objectives, and whther we will see more troop movement. From internet legends to real-world conflict… this episode covers it all. Light up and dive in. 00:00 Cigar gifts! 02:26 Chuck Norris 7:32 March Madness & College 13:22 Baseball opening day & Sports 17:56 Buc-ee's & Vacation 40:57 Afroman 45:46 Cameras in the Classroom 49:47 Guys working out in Jeans 52:39 The SAVE Act 1:03:25 ICE Officers filling in for TSA Agents 1:07:28 MarkWayne Mullin vs Rand Paul 1:15:05 Texas Governor Abbott's Property Tax Proposal 1:22:24 Texas School Voucher Application period closes 1:27:38 Electric Busses are a wreck 1:34:03 The USPS runs out of money again 1:35:47 Iran