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Ruthless Podcast

Ruthless Podcast

Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan and John Ashbrook 686 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

A variety progrum. Smug, Holmes, Duncan, and Ashbrook bring next generation conservative talk to the next level with RUTHLESS. There is no shelter for anyone as the fellas provide a lighter analysis of the news (and fake news) of the day.

Episodes

The Early Vote Totals Are Not What You Expect: Midterm Update
The Early Vote Totals Are Not What You Expect: Midterm Update Oct 14, 2026 3604 What do the early votes tell us about Republicans' chances in November? Ruthless breaks down the latest early voting numbers in Ohio, Michigan, North Carolina, and Florida, revealing what they mean for the midterms. Plus, new polling on the economy, Vicente Gonzalez’s questionable campaign spending, Sherrod Brown’s controversial Vietnam-era remarks, and a major announcement about Ruthless comi
Is This The End For Ilhan Omar? Feds Raid Congresswoman's House
Is This The End For Ilhan Omar? Feds Raid Congresswoman's House Oct 13, 2026 4356 Is this the end for Ilhan Omar? The Ruthless Progrum breaks down the reported federal immigration fraud investigation, Abdul El-Sayed’s Muslim Brotherhood controversy, Scott Bessent’s takedown of Elizabeth Warren, and wild stories from Peru and the airport. Plus, Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia joins the progrum to discuss Trump’s AI-powered overhaul of government services. Today's interview is br
Mamdani's Own Supporters Label Him a Traitor
Mamdani's Own Supporters Label Him a Traitor Oct 9, 2026 4158 Fun Time Friday delivers chaos as Zohran Mamdani faces backlash from his own supporters, a Vermont debate turns brutal, Keith Ellison faces questions over lavish travel, and Tim Walz becomes the punchline. Plus, Senate Leadership Fund President Alex Latcham joins the progrum for an exclusive look at the biggest Senate battlegrounds, Republican campaign strategy, and hard-hitting new political ad
How the Cornell 7 Case Exposed the Media
How the Cornell 7 Case Exposed the Media Oct 8, 2026 4748 Ruthless takes on the media frenzy surrounding the disputed Cornell 7 allegations, AOC’s response, and the growing politicization of justice. Plus, Susan Collins faces Troy Jackson in a heated Maine Senate debate, and Steve Schmidt challenges Adam Kinzinger in King of the Hill. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #Midterms 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:11 Cornell Assault Allegations Dominate National News 0:06
El-Sayed's Deleted Tweets: The DSA Ties He's Hiding From Voters + AG Blanche Joins the Progrum
El-Sayed's Deleted Tweets: The DSA Ties He's Hiding From Voters + AG Blanche Joins the Progrum Oct 7, 2026 5146 Ruthless breaks down the latest Senate battlegrounds in Michigan, Maine, and Texas and exposes Abdul El-Sayed’s past ties to the DSA. Attorney General Todd Blanche joins the progrum to discuss parental rights, election integrity, crime, and the DOJ. #RuthlessPodcast #Midterms #Politics 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:57 Abdul El-Sayed’s Past Ties to Detroit DSA 0:10:27 El-Sayed’s Appearances at DSA and
Walz's Fraud Problem Could Cost Democrats a Senate Seat + Joe Lonsdale Joins the Progrum
Walz's Fraud Problem Could Cost Democrats a Senate Seat + Joe Lonsdale Joins the Progrum Oct 6, 2026 4857 Ruthless breaks down the chaos in Minnesota, Rahm Emanuel’s awkward Abdul El-Sayed endorsement, and the latest developments in Iran. Plus, Joe Lonsdale joins the progrum to talk AI, American manufacturing, defense tech, and the race with China. #RuthlessPodcast #AI #Midterms 0:00:00 Intro 0:02:14 Minnesota Politics and the Senate Race 0:09:54 Amy Klobuchar and Minnesota’s Somali Community 0
It Keeps Getting Worse For Talarico
It Keeps Getting Worse For Talarico Oct 2, 2026 4662 the guys break down James Talarico’s latest controversies, Abdul El-Sayed’s ties to the Soros family, and Mary Peltola’s campaign messaging! Plus Fun Time Friday delivers America’s rudest states, a tactical Chihuahua, Fat Bear Week, and former Sen. Cory Gardner joins the progrum to talk midterms, AI, and America’s tech future. #RuthlessPodcast #Midterms #FunTimeFriday 0:00:00 Intro 0:05:02 Ja
This is Why Iran is Endorsing Democrats + DHS Sec. Markwayne Mullin
This is Why Iran is Endorsing Democrats + DHS Sec. Markwayne Mullin Oct 1, 2026 5093 Ruthless breaks down Iran’s push to influence the midterms and the latest on its economy and oil supply, King of the Hill returns, and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin joins the progrum to discuss terrorism threats, border security, deportations, and preparations for LA 2028. #RuthlessPodcast #Iran #HomelandSecurity 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:49 Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Weighs In on the U.S. Midterms
What Are Republican’s Chances in November? + Sen. Ted Cruz Joins the Fellas
What Are Republican’s Chances in November? + Sen. Ted Cruz Joins the Fellas Sep 30, 2026 5896 The Guys breaks down the midterm battlefield, from the biggest Senate, governor, and House races to polling and ad spending, while Sen. Ted Cruz joins the progrum to discuss his bipartisan college sports bill and new book on Justice Clarence Thomas. #RuthlessPodcast #Midterms #CollegeSports 0:00:00 Intro 0:04:29 What the Generic Ballot Says About the Midterms 0:10:18 The Senate Battleground M
Sabotage: Schumer blocks popular AI bill, looking to boost Democrats’ midterm prospects
Sabotage: Schumer blocks popular AI bill, looking to boost Democrats’ midterm prospects Sep 29, 2026 5060 The midterm fight heats up as the progrum breaks down the Senate battle over data centers, Trump’s push on AI and American manufacturing, and Democrats’ Hasan Piker problem. Plus, Iowa Senate candidate Ashley Hinson joins to talk her campaign, the economy, and a major new steel plant coming to Iowa. #RuthlessPodcast #Midterms #Politics 0:00:00 Intro 0:07:43 Senate Fight Over Data Center Ene
Another Dem Scandal as Alaska’s Peltola Staff Abuses Surface
Another Dem Scandal as Alaska’s Peltola Staff Abuses Surface Sep 25, 2026 4081 Mary Peltola’s campaign turmoil takes center stage, Lauren Boebert faces a disputed ethics complaint, and Kyrsten Sinema’s affair saga gets even messier. Plus, Fun Time Friday dives into a mask-mandate meltdown at a Massachusetts bar and a Philadelphia activist accused of faking her identity. #RuthlessPodcast #Politics #FunTimeFriday 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:52 Mary Peltola’s Staff Turmoil Rocks th
Kamala Swoops in to Help El-Sayed as More Campaign Questions Surface
Kamala Swoops in to Help El-Sayed as More Campaign Questions Surface Sep 24, 2026 4465 The fellas break down Abdul El-Sayed and James Talarico’s latest controversies, the state of the biggest Senate races, alarming new polling on political violence, and a wild round of our signature game, King of the Hill. #RuthlessPodcast #Midterms #Politics 0:00:00 Intro 0:07:07 Kamala Harris Campaigns With Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan 0:16:20 El-Sayed Pressed on Michigan’s Uncommitted Movement 0

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