Hulk Hogan Tribute: Iconic Moments, Wrestling Legacy & Politics
Join the Ruthless Variety Program crew; Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook, for a heartfelt tribute to Hulk Hogan. Reflecting on his larger-than-life legacy as an 80s icon, from Hulkamania and WWF triumphs to his epic RNC moment supporting Trump, the fellas discuss how wrestling mirrors American politics (shoutout to Vince McMahon's Netflix doc).
Packed with laughs: Childhood Hulk sightings, wrestling games, concert tales from Chicago to Fleetwood Mac, Hunter Biden's savage Pod Bros takedown, Dem hypocrisy on Biden's age, and sports blunders like NFL mishaps.
Question of the Day: Your favorite Hulk Hogan moment? Subscribe, rate 5 stars, and visit ruthlesspodcast.com for free bumper stickers. Unfiltered fun on politics, culture, and more—stay ruthless!
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In this episode of the Ruthless Variety Program, hosts Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook interview Senate Majority Leader John Thune on the GOP's massive wins: tax cuts, no tax on tips/overtime, spending reforms, border security, and energy dominance via the "Big Beautiful Bill." Thune discusses Democrat obstruction on nominations, government funding battles, midterm strategies, and potential NIL reforms in college sports.
The crew dives into the Russia hoax, Trump's treason accusations against Obama, and leftist lunacy. Guest Daniel Bassali from Americans for Prosperity spotlights the "One Small Step" campaign for America's 250th anniversary, celebrating founding principles and everyday heroes.
Plus, the fan-favorite "King of the Hill" roasts Joe Walsh and Ron Filipkowski. Listen for unfiltered insights and laughs – subscribe now on your favorite podcast app! Visit ruthlesspodcast.com for more.
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From Colbert to the WNBA...The Libs Are Not Alright - Plus, Karoline Leavitt Joins the Progrum
Join Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook on this explosive episode of the Ruthless Variety Program for sharp, hilarious conservative insights into politics gone wild!
From the left's freakout over Stephen Colbert's cancellation (hello, Adam Schiff and Hakeem Jeffries!) to Hunter Biden's unhinged rants blasting George Clooney, Pod Save America, and Jake Tapper, we break it all down with zero filter.
Hear exclusive audio from Hunter's meltdown, our take on the WNBA's pay equity demands amid Caitlin Clark's stardom, and a powerhouse interview with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Trump's wins: crushing inflation, securing the border, and exposing Obama-era hoaxes.
Plus, laugh-out-loud stories like drunk swim meet parents and our fan-favorite game "Hard Pivot."
Perfect for your commute or workout—subscribe now and own the libs!
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Can Garbage Culture Be Stopped? Plus, Salena Zito’s Gripping New Book
🎙️ Just like Smug said on X, today is going to be an insane day. And we start strong with a beef between Smug and JD Vance online that spilled into a PA rally.
⚡️ NPR apparently needs to be around or people will die? Somehow, this feels familiar to other Democrat arguments. Also, how to get a book deal for your poetry and we should be afraid of the gay Chinese robots.
🇺🇸 #1 best-selling author, Salena Zito, discusses her book and being next to Trump in Butler, PA. It’s a gripping account, plus Selena makes some news on the Progrum.
😘 Don’t get caught on the kiss cam with your mistress… especially at a Coldplay concert, and the ESPYs were amazing.
00:00 - Smug Gets Into a Twitter Fight with JD Vance
10:00 - The Gay Chinese Robot and Genderfluid Poet
21:00 - Rescission Package and NPR/PBS Funding Cuts
32:45 - Audience Questions and Show Updates
39:25 - Salena Zito and Her Book: Butler
01:00:45 - Hollywood Henneberg Joins - Caught at the Coldplay Concert and Shane Gillis Is Rolling
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Lib Journo Ruins the MLB All-Star Presser & NBC Defends the Auto-Pen
In our first episode since the Fox News announcement, we help newcomers learn what to expect from the Progrum—specifically, our great ability to mock the left. ️
MLB gets journo blowback at their All-Star press conference, NBC runs cover for Biden’s auto-pen and Trump looks right at home with the FIFA trophy. ️
Polling looks good for Mamdami and Cuomo just can’t seem to get it right with a terrible roll-out of his mayoral run.
Plus, a man fights a bull in the street - but it doesn’t look like the bull knew it was a fight. King of the Hill this week with Smokin’ Joe Walsh taking on our current champion, Matthew ‘Male-Pattern’ Dowd.
Chapter Markers
00:00 - The Progrum Reacts to our New Fox Partnership
03:00 - Mocking Democrats and Media Bias
08:30 - MLB All-Star Game Controversy
14:51 - Fake News and Media Conflation
19:33 - NBC Runs Cover for Biden’s Auto Pen
27:51 - Ruthless Variety Guest Roundup
39:45 - Cuomo is Back and Mamdani is Leading the Pack
55:45 - King of the Hill: Matthew Male-Pattern Dowd vs. Smokin' Joe Walsh
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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.
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