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Trump & Putin’s Alaska Summit, Truth Social’s AI Backfires, and the Epstein Files Distraction Aug 11, 2025

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President Trump and Vladimir Putin plan an Alaska meeting to “end” the Ukraine war—without inviting Ukraine. Plus, Trump’s new AI chatbot calls January 6 an “insurrection” and fact-checks its own boss, and D.C.’s homeless get told to move “FAR from the Capital.”
None of that distracts us from the Epstein Files. Release them.
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Trump’s Golf “Win,” Vance’s Magic Lake, and South Park’s Savage Roast Aug 08, 2025

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Donald Trump “wins” another golf tournament at his own club—again—despite viral video showing some highly questionable caddie behavior. Rick Reilly calls it cheating, and we call it Tuesday.
Then South Park returns with a brutal takedown of JD Vance, Kristi Noem, and Charlie Kirk—featuring sentient Botox, baby oil for Satan, and Cartman doing exactly what you think he’s doing.
Also: JD Vance allegedly gets the Army Corps of Engineers to raise and lower a lake for better kayaking. Because apparently the Vice President can now adjust water levels like he’s ordering room service.
Plus a shoutout to Paranormal Aliens, and yes—still waiting on those Epstein files.
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Trump on the Roof, Nukes on the Moon, and 2028 Hats: Just Another Day in 2025 Aug 07, 2025

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Donald Trump takes a bizarre rooftop stroll at the White House while talking about “missiles” and ballrooms. Meanwhile, the government casually announces plans for a nuclear reactor on the moon, and Trump teases a third term with “probably not.” From lunar fission to constitutional fiction, Ballot breaks down the week’s strangest headlines—plus, a reminder: release the Epstein files, you cowards. Hosted by Patrick Gutfield.
Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land.
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Trump Praises Sydney Sweeney, Slams Taylor Swift, and DHS Recruits with South Park Aug 06, 2025

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Donald Trump discovers Sydney Sweeney is a Republican and declares her jeans ad the “HOTTEST,” then goes on a Truth Social rant targeting Taylor Swift, Bud Light, and Jaguar. Meanwhile, the House Oversight Committee subpoenas Bill and Hillary Clinton over Jeffrey Epstein, and Homeland Security tries recruiting ICE agents using a South Parkscreenshot. Yes, really
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Trump Praises Press Secretary's 'Lips' in Creepy Interview + Doritos' New 'Woke' Sriracha Aug 05, 2025

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Patrick Gutfield covers Trump's bizarre comments about Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's facial features during a Newsmax interview, the Senate's failed negotiations over Trump nominees after the president told Chuck Schumer to "GO TO HELL," and Doritos' attempt to create the next Cool Ranch with their new Golden Sriracha flavor targeting Gen Z. Also, release the Epstein Files.
Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land.
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Trump Calls Charlamagne the God a 'Sleezebag' Over Epstein Files Comment Aug 04, 2025

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Patrick Gutfield breaks down Trump's Truth Social meltdown after Charlamagne tha God suggested traditional Republicans could use Epstein files to retake the GOP. Plus, the incredible story of Tiah McCreary who legally stole a car dealership's name after they repossessed her vehicle. Also covering the White House's continued resistance to releasing Jeffrey Epstein files and what might actually be in them.
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Trump Revives Presidential Fitness Test, Kamala Harris Plots a Comeback, and the Smithsonian Edits History Aug 01, 2025

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From sit-ups to spin zones, President Trump brings back the Presidential Fitness Test with help from WWE, golf pros… and a convicted sex offender. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris launches her 107-day campaign memoir and hints at a 2028 run, to the GOP’s delight. Democrats remain rudderless as Hunter Biden hits the podcast circuit and the Smithsonian quietly scrubs Trump’s impeachments from its exhibits.
If you’re wondering how to lose an election in under four months, Kamala’s got you covered.
Portions of today’s show were made with the help of AI and “release the Epstein files.”
Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land.
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Trump’s Senior Moments, “Mr. Japan,” and Hulk Hogan’s Bid to Save Hooters Jul 31, 2025

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Patrick Gutfield unpacks Donald Trump’s latest mental slip-ups, including imaginary chats with dead relatives, forgetting his own appointments, and calling world leaders “Mr. Japan.” Plus, Hulk Hogan’s beer brand tries to rescue Hooters from bankruptcy—because of course it does. Portions of today’s show were made with the help of A.I. and nice hooters.
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Why your electric bill is so high Jul 30, 2025

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Patrick Gutfield exposes a real-life cat burglar named Leo who’s been stealing socks across New Zealand, then digs into why your electric bill is sky-high (hint: blame A.I.). Plus, Jay Leno misses the days when late-night hosts just told jokes and didn’t pick sides. Portions of today’s show were made with the help of A.I. and a very judgmental utility bill.
Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land.
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Trump, Epstein, and the Billion-Dollar Air Force One Mystery Jul 29, 2025

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Patrick Gutfield dives into Trump’s wild 1990s friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, the shady modeling agency connections, and that infamous Mar-a-Lago party with 28 young women. Plus, the jaw-dropping $934 million secret Air Force One makeover funded by nuclear missile money.
Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land.
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