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89. Tariffs Slammed & Musk Out: Trump's Worst Week May 29, 2025

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Will the system hold against Trump's tariffs? Is Musk’s split with the White House about to get ugly? And how much has DOGE actually saved?

Join Katty and Michael as they answer all these questions and more.

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88. The Great Joe Biden Cover-Up May 22, 2025

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Was Joe Biden's health deception the Democrats' Watergate? How should South Africa's President have responded to Trump's Oval Office ambush? And, what will Trump's "big beautiful bill" mean for average Americans?

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87. How The Saudi Crown Prince Played Trump May 15, 2025

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What does Trump really want from his Middle East trip? Will his "diplomatic blitz" cut through? And, is the Qatar plane a signal, or just noise?

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86. The Politics Behind the American Pope May 08, 2025

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Why did the Vatican choose an American Pope? What’s the real reason JD Vance went to Rome? Is there politics behind this decision?

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85. Trump’s America: Presidency For Profit May 07, 2025

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Has America entered into a new age of corruption? How are Trump and his family defending the money they’re making from his presidency? And, has Trump given European leaders the upper-hand in his trade war?

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84. Waltz Out, Rubio In: Trump’s Cabinet Chaos May 01, 2025

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Did Trump fire his national security advisor? What's behind the president's relentless optimism? What will happen to Doge now?

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83. 100 Days of Trump: What's The Damage? Apr 29, 2025

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How would Trump "sell" his first 100 days? Does MAGA survive beyond Trump? And, will this week decide Ukraine's fate?

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82. Trump Says No To Putin: Is He Serious? Apr 24, 2025

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Will Trump’s outburst at Moscow endure? Is political infighting Trump’s favourite bloodsport? And can alienated Republicans keep the party lights on?

Katty is joined by Former Republican Chairman and governor of Maryland Michael Steele to discuss all of this and more.

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81. The Moment Trump Snaps Apr 21, 2025

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Will Trump fire Pete Hegseth? Is there a crisis of competence in the Trump administration? Why is Trump attacking the Fed chair?

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80. Trump's Totalitarian Playbook: War on Harvard Apr 16, 2025

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Did Wall Street misread The President’s second term? Why is Donald Trump destroying liberal institutions? Who will be next on Trump’s retribution hit list?

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