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06-23-26 Part One - The DSA Aims for Congress Jun 23, 2026

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In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the election of Zohran Mamdani was just the beginning, Democratic socialists are back in the spotlight after notching two high-profile mayoral primary victories in major cities this month. While some see the results as a sign that DSA candidates and ideas are gaining traction in the Democratic Party, others caution against drawing broader ideological conclusions, saying the races reflect voters’ desire for change as the 2026 midterms and 2028 presidential election loom.

Also audio from CNN anylist Harry Entin on the lack of patriotism from Democrats / a discussion on MediCare and MedicAid / and the Memorandum of "Misunderstanding".

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06-23-26 Part Two - The COVID Cover-Up Jun 23, 2026

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In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, last week outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released a massive trove of declassified files alleging that Dr. Anthony Fauci orchestrated a deliberate cover-up to manipulate U.S. intelligence community assessments regarding the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic.The files were dropped on Gabbard's final day in office before resigning her position. The revelations have intensified congressional scrutiny and sparked complex legal debates regarding pandemic transparency.

Also the FISA warrant related to the Russian colusion / Keir Starmer announces resignation as the UK gets a sixth Prime Minister in seven years / and a Canadian town grants rights to trees.

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06-22-26 Part One - Muddy Waters Jun 22, 2026

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In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, President Trump says he has "inspected" the Reflecting Pool in Washington DC, and that "work will begin immediately" to repair the American landmark. Despite a recent multi-million dollar renovation, including a fresh coat of blue paint, the historic structure continues to face issues - most prominently algae turning the water a bright shade of green. *Gary offers his advice on pool maintenance as he is updating his own pool.

Also the Obama Presidential Center tower is a monument to the former president’s ego / Trump gets softer toward Iran as the MoU falters / JD Vance's comments on Israel and Hezbollah / and headlines from The Babylon Bee.

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06-22-26 Part Two - Democratic Socialists of America Jun 22, 2026

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In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, earlier this month, the Democratic Socialists of America’s National Political Committee—its governing body—approved a new platform that commits the organization to a series of radical proposals, such as abolishing the U.S. Senate, “abolishing the carceral forces of the capitalist state,” defunding the Department of War, and replacing the presidency and the Supreme Court with an executive and judicial branch controlled by Congress.

Also speculation on how society would exist under the DSA's wishes / and a look at conspiracy theories.

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06-19-26 - The Red Eye Podcast Has The Day Off Jun 19, 2026

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The Red Eye Radio podcast with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley returns Monday to catch you up on everything that happened over the weekend!

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06-18-26 Part One - A Steady Fed Jun 18, 2026

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In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady and officials readied for higher borrowing costs, as inflation fears dominated Kevin Warsh’s first meeting as chairman of the central bank. The decision on Wednesday to maintain rates at a range of 3.5 percent to 3.75 percent for a fourth-straight meeting was supported by all 12 members of the Federal Open Market Committee. It was the first policy vote since June of last year that did not feature some form of opposition.

Also we respond to a listener's comment on X regarding our speculations contained in the MoU / audio from JD Vance on the Megyn Kelly Show about boots on the ground in Iran / Fans turn on comedian Nate Bargatze after spotting at White House UFC fight / Roger Clemens questions MLB's warning to Giants pitchers who wrote Bible verses on Pride Night hats / audio from President Trump on opening the Strait of Hormuz and allowing ballistic missiles in Iran / and an update on Gary's Dad who is failing health.

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06-18-26 Part Two - Signing Off on the War Jun 18, 2026

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In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, President Trump personally signs the Iran deal at Versailles in a major diplomatic breakthrough. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also signed the agreement. Still confusion abounds in Washington as the President seems soft on a terrorist regime that has historically failed to honor such treaties. Contingencies include a stern warning from the President as he informed Iran that the Memorandum of Understanding is not final and "if they don't behave, we'll go right back to dropping bombs right smack in the middle of their head."

Also foreign nationals are fascinated with the USA and our culture as they attend the World Cup events.

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06-17-26 Part One - The MoU Under Review Jun 17, 2026

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In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, we begin with audio from Senator John Kennedy on Iran and being home schooled by a "day drinker". His opinion on the Memorandum of Understanding is shared by many in Washington as we cautiously watch President Trump's plan play out.

Also audio from former Acting Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney and FOX News' Dana Perino on Trump's Memorandum / Israel is not too excited about the MoU / audio from Fox News senior strategic analyst Jack Keane emphasizing robust enforcement despite Iran's history of non-compliance / Bloomberg and other media outlets speculate on the contents of the memo / and most Trump supporters question his strategy with the memo based on his original intentions with Iran.

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06-17-26 Part Two - Confusion in the Classroom Jun 17, 2026

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In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the Washington Free Beacon reports Harvard Students Are Twice as Mentally Ill as the General Population Amid Ivy Psychological Meltdown. "Forty-seven percent of surveyed seniors indicated that they experienced mental illness at some point in their time at Harvard, and 13 percent said they were unsure," according to a survey of the Class of 2026 conducted by the Harvard Crimson student newspaper. That’s more than double the rate of the general adult U.S. population,

Also a mother's concerned call to authorities may have prevented potential attack on UFC event at the White House / and Americans are not rooting for team USA during World Cup events.

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06-16-26 Part One - The Art of Iran's Deal Jun 16, 2026

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In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, the U.S. and Iran came to an agreement to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, launching further talks regarding Iran's nuclear program and U.S. sanctions on Tehran. Vice President JD Vance declared that the agreement will "change the Middle East" if Iran complies with the deal. Israeli leaders have criticized the deal, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has yet to comment on it.

Also relief at the gas pumps as the Strait of Hormuz opens / Electronic signing of Iran deal saves face for Trump / UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit shouts "Michelle Obama is a man!" after defeating Derrick Lewis at Sunday’s UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House / Dems fascinated with SpaceX IPO / and think before you hate a billionaire.

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