Episodes

  • The Easy Way Or The Hard Way

    The Easy Way Or The Hard Way
    Feb 23 2026
    It's the eve of the 2026 State of the Union, and there's lots to unpack following the Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's use of an emergency statute to impose tariffs. Founder of the bipartisan government relations firm Mehlman Consulting and The Age of Distribution Substack, Bruce Mehlman, explains the potential impact on trade deals following the SCOTUS ruling. Dana and Bruce weigh in on several geopolitical issues, including tensions with Iran and the Mexican government's takedown of a major cartel leader. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Bruce discusses the role of artificial intelligence and data centers in local communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Everything, Everywhere, All At Once

    Everything, Everywhere, All At Once
    Feb 16 2026
    With the Munich Security Conference underway, Senior Vice President of CRC Advisors and Host of the 10-Minute Drill podcast Matt Whitlock reviews the performance of Democrats such as Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer as they struggle to articulate their parties foreign policy agenda on the world stage. Meanwhile, Americans are in the midst of another partial government shutdown, which Matt analyzes as a result of congressional leadership catering to an aggressive online base. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Matt discusses the infrastructure crisis involving a massive raw sewage leak into the Potomac River and the lack of transparency from local officials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Moving The Needle

    Moving The Needle
    Feb 9 2026
    Former prosecutor and host of Sunday Night in America and The Trey Gowdy Podcast, Trey Gowdy, provides his perspective on the latest breaking news headlines gripping the nation. Dana and Trey begin by discussing the search for Nancy Guthrie, analyzing the complexities of "proof of life" requests and the tactical misuse of technology in modern abductions. Trey provides insight into recent government shutdown politics, explaining the debate over Department of Homeland Security funding. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Dana and Trey discuss the need for consistent messaging in political debates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • A Bridge Too Far

    A Bridge Too Far
    Feb 2 2026
    Dana is out this week, so the co-founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, is joined by Columnist at the Washington Examiner and Washington Post, Salena Zito, to fill in. They dive into the current partial government shutdown and why the chaos on Capitol Hill no longer phases voters. Colin and Salena also dissect the Pennsylvania political landscape, discussing whether Governor Josh Shapiro’s book tour or Senator John Fetterman’s (D-PA) populist approach could be signals of a 2028 presidential run. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Colin and Salena look at how population shifts are fueling redistricting battles that could reshape the playing field for this year’s Midterm Elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Minneapolis on the Edge

    Minneapolis on the Edge
    Jan 26 2026
    ICE-related tensions continue to erupt in Minneapolis, following the shooting death of resident Alex Pretti, who was carrying a legally concealed weapon. Meanwhile, thousands of people have taken to the streets in freezing temperatures to protest the Trump administration's immigration enforcement. Host of The Guy Benson Show on FOX News Radio, Guy Benson, discusses the situation in Minneapolis and whether it will continue to escalate. Dana and Guy also touch on foreign policy issues, including the situation in Iran and the President's relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Guy explains why he is following Virginia politics closely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • President Trump at One Year: Foreign Flashpoints

    President Trump at One Year: Foreign Flashpoints
    Jan 19 2026
    One year into President Donald Trump’s second term, Targeted Victory Chief Communications Officer Matt Gorman weighs in on some of the biggest flashpoints at home and abroad. Dana and Matt discuss the potential of the U.S. acquisition of Greenland, President Trump’s tariff threats against European countries, and why this moment for the Iranian people feels different than in the past. They also dig into the protests unfolding in Minnesota and why Matt doesn’t see tensions easing anytime soon, before turning to the political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterms and the possibility of Democrats reclaiming the Senate. I Wish Someone Told Me: Matt shares the two cases he’s watching most closely, including the Supreme Court’s transgender athletes case and the Court’s upcoming decision on tariffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • On The World Stage

    On The World Stage
    Jan 12 2026
    Managing director at Beacon Global Strategies and host of the NatSec Matters podcast, Michael Allen, discusses the severe crackdown by the Iranian regime on civilian protesters, a digital blackout to suppress communication and whether the U.S. will get involved. Michael also explains the Trump administration's involvement in Venezuela following the detention of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. He argues why this political action by the administration sets a strong precedent for defending issues abroad. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Michael shares his analysis on the Russia-Ukraine war, including Russia's use of a hypersonic missile to attack Lviv. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • President Trump's Shock & Awe Strategy

    President Trump's Shock & Awe Strategy
    Jan 5 2026
    President Trump wasted no time beginning 2026 by dominating headlines with the capture and arrest of Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro. Co-founder of South & Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, and Columnist at the Washington Examiner and Washington Post, Salena Zito, explain the political fallout of the President's swift move, including the media and lawmakers' reaction. Salena and Colin discuss a major domestic scandal out of Minnesota and Governor Tim Walz's involvement. They also share their projections for the Midterm Elections later this year. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Colin and Salena look ahead to tax day and NFL playoffs. Who is Dana rooting for this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    27 mins