9.1% Inflation! How bad will the Biden recession get?  "Read the polls, Jack!" Delusional Biden snaps at reporter. Monumental realignment: Dems are the party of white woke college grads, losing minority and working-class voters to GOP.  #Science: Boys have penises, girls have vaginas is the commonsense phrase on Clay's shirt. Clay and Buck take a call from an ob-gyn medical assistant who confirms men are men and women are women. Senator Dr. Rand Paul asks why the flu shot changes every year, but they want you to get 4 shots of the same covid vaccine.

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

9.1% Inflation! How bad will the Biden recession get? "Read the polls, Jack!" Delusional Biden snaps at reporter. Monumental realignment: Dems are the party of white woke college grads, losing minority and working-class voters to GOP. #Science: Boys have penises, girls have vaginas is the commonsense phrase on Clay's shirt. Clay and Buck take a call from an ob-gyn medical assistant who confirms men are men and women are women. Senator Dr. Rand Paul asks why the flu shot changes every year, but they want you to get 4 shots of the same covid vaccine.

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show H1 – Jul 13 2022

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Iran Endgame

Clay and Buck open the hour analyzing remarks from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who describes increasingly intense American airstrikes and the destruction of Iranian missile sites, naval assets, and military infrastructure. President Donald Trump’s comments from an event in Doral underscore the scope of the operation, with Trump highlighting that U.S. forces have struck thousands of targets and sunk dozens of Iranian naval vessels. This leads the hosts into a broader conversation about the endgame in Iran—specifically the uncertainty over who might take power if the regime collapses and whether the U.S. or Israel has viable contacts who could help stabilize the country. Questions arise about whether any Iranian political figures could work with the West, even discreetly, and whether the U.S. intends to pursue regime change or simply force strategic concessions.

The discussion shifts toward the economic consequences of the conflict, particularly the dramatic price fluctuations in global oil markets. Clay notes that oil surged to $120 per barrel before rapidly falling to around $85, emphasizing how the United States’ role as the world’s top oil and gas producer provides a buffer against global shocks. The hosts contrast this national strength with states like California, which has severely limited oil and gas production despite having abundant resources. They argue that nationwide energy independence—driven largely by fracking—has dramatically reduced the geopolitical leverage of petro‑dictator states like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela.

Michael Whatley Must Win

Senate candidate Michael Watley of North Carolina joins to lay out why he believes his race will become the most expensive Senate contest in American history, with more than $600 million expected to pour into the state. Watley contrasts his platform with Democrat Roy Cooper’s record on crime, taxes, immigration enforcement, and cultural issues, arguing that Cooper repeatedly vetoed legislation aimed at keeping violent illegal immigrants out of North Carolina and supported policies allowing biological males into women’s sports and locker rooms. He highlights the massive federal recovery effort after Hurricane Helene, crediting Trump‑aligned leadership for billions in rebuilding investments across western North Carolina. Watley emphasizes that suburban, college‑educated independent voters—particularly those concerned about inflation, housing affordability, and public safety—will determine the outcome of the race, which historically has been decided by razor‑thin margins.

Watley lays out pro‑growth policies he hopes to implement in the Senate, including extending Trump’s middle‑class tax cuts, eliminating taxes on overtime, tips, and Social Security, and pursuing regulatory and trade reforms designed to strengthen manufacturing, small businesses, and farms. He notes skyrocketing housing costs across the state and previews an upcoming meeting with federal housing officials aimed at increasing supply, lowering prices, expanding first‑time homebuyer access, and reducing interest rate pressure. Clay and Buck underscore how these affordability issues have become decisive for independent voters in states experiencing rapid population growth.

Nothing is Impossible

Shannon Bream, Chief Legal Correspondent at the Fox News Channel, nerds out with Clay and Buck over several high‑stakes Supreme Court cases expected in the coming months. She details upcoming rulings on redistricting, race‑based gerrymandering, and executive power, noting that the timing of decisions could influence how states draw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. The conversation expands to unresolved tariff‑refund disputes created by recent court rulings and the Supreme Court’s stalled investigation into the Dobbs leak, which she says produced no identified culprit and may be difficult to reopen. Clay and Buck also ask about speculation that aging justices like Samuel Alito might retire while Trump still controls Senate confirmations, though Bream says there are no signs of imminent departures.  She also talked about her new book out today: “Nothing is Impossible with God: Eleven Heroes. One God. Endless Lessons in Overcoming”. 


Suspicious Packages

Breaking news emerges as Clay and Buck monitor reports of suspicious packages near Gracie Mansion in New York City following a series of politically charged protests. Clay and Buck highlight how rising tensions around radicalism, counter‑protests, and public safety are shaping the national conversation. This leads into a blistering critique of CNN’s framing of an incident involving homemade bombs thrown outside the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The hosts argue that CNN’s softened, narrative‑driven portrayal of the suspects reveals deep cultural bias within the network’s editorial process, reinforcing their long‑held belief that CNN’s institutional culture needs a complete overhaul.

The hour pivots to the broader media environment, with Clay and Buck praising Elon Musk and the transformation of Twitter into a platform that no longer suppresses stories unfavorable to the left. This launches a humorous sidebar about Gen Z slang terms like “glazing,” “mogging,” and “looksmaxxing,” as the hosts poke fun at generational language shifts and how social media influences cultural vocabulary. From there, the show transitions back to serious geopolitical analysis as Caroline Levitt delivers a White House briefing outlining President Trump’s strategy to stabilize global energy markets during the Iran conflict. Clay and Buck explain how the administration’s rapid response—including offering naval escorts for tankers, waiving certain sanctions, and providing political risk insurance—has helped reverse the temporary oil price spike that rattled markets the previous day.

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Iran Endgame
Clay and Buck open the hour analyzing remarks from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who describes increasingly intense American airstrikes and the destruction of Iranian missile sites, naval assets, and military infrastructure. President Donald Trump&rsquo;s comments from an event in Doral underscore the scope of the operation, with Trump highlighting that U.S. forces have struck thousands of targets and sunk dozens of Iranian naval vessels. This leads the hosts into a broader conversation about the endgame in Iran&mdash;specifically the uncertainty over who might take power if the regime collapses and whether the U.S. or Israel has viable contacts who could help stabilize the country. Questions arise about whether any Iranian political figures could work with the West, even discreetly, and whether the U.S. intends to pursue regime change or simply force strategic concessions.
The discussion shifts toward the economic consequences of the conflict, particularly the dramatic price fluctuations in global oil markets. Clay notes that oil surged to $120 per barrel before rapidly falling to around $85, emphasizing how the United States&rsquo; role as the world&rsquo;s top oil and gas producer provides a buffer against global shocks. The hosts contrast this national strength with states like California, which has severely limited oil and gas production despite having abundant resources. They argue that nationwide energy independence&mdash;driven largely by fracking&mdash;has dramatically reduced the geopolitical leverage of petro‑dictator states like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela.
Michael Whatley Must Win
Senate candidate Michael Watley of North Carolina joins to lay out why he believes his race will become the most expensive Senate contest in American history, with more than $600 million expected to pour into the state. Watley contrasts his platform with Democrat Roy Cooper&rsquo;s record on crime, taxes, immigration enforcement, and cultural issues, arguing that Cooper repeatedly vetoed legislation aimed at keeping violent illegal immigrants out of North Carolina and supported policies allowing biological males into women&rsquo;s sports and locker rooms. He highlights the massive federal recovery effort after Hurricane Helene, crediting Trump‑aligned leadership for billions in rebuilding investments across western North Carolina. Watley emphasizes that suburban, college‑educated independent voters&mdash;particularly those concerned about inflation, housing affordability, and public safety&mdash;will determine the outcome of the race, which historically has been decided by razor‑thin margins.
Watley lays out pro‑growth policies he hopes to implement in the Senate, including extending Trump&rsquo;s middle‑class tax cuts, eliminating taxes on overtime, tips, and Social Security, and pursuing regulatory and trade reforms designed to strengthen manufacturing, small businesses, and farms. He notes skyrocketing housing costs across the state and previews an upcoming meeting with federal housing officials aimed at increasing supply, lowering prices, expanding first‑time homebuyer access, and reducing interest rate pressure. Clay and Buck underscore how these affordability issues have become decisive for independent voters in states experiencing rapid population growth.
Nothing is Impossible
Shannon Bream, Chief Legal Correspondent at the Fox News Channel, nerds out with Clay and Buck over several high‑stakes Supreme Court cases expected in the coming months. She details upcoming rulings on redistricting, race‑based gerrymandering, and executive power, noting that the timing of decisions could influence how states draw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. The conversation expands to unresolved tariff‑refund disputes created by recent court rulings and the Supreme Court&rsquo;s stalled investigation into the Dobbs leak, which she says produced no identified culprit and may be difficult to reopen. Clay and Buck also ask about speculation that aging justices like Samuel Alito might retire while Trump still controls Senate confirmations, though Bream says there are no signs of imminent departures. &nbsp;She also talked about her new book out today: &ldquo;Nothing is Impossible with God: Eleven Heroes. One God. Endless Lessons in Overcoming&rdquo;.&nbsp;
 Suspicious Packages
Breaking news emerges as Clay and Buck monitor reports of suspicious packages near Gracie Mansion in New York City following a series of politically charged protests. Clay and Buck highlight how rising tensions around radicalism, counter‑protests, and public safety are shaping the national conversation. This leads into a blistering critique of CNN&rsquo;s framing of an incident involving homemade bombs thrown outside the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The hosts argue that CNN&rsquo;s softened, narrative‑driven portrayal of the suspects reveals deep cultural bias within the network&rsquo;s editorial process, reinforcing their long‑held belief that CNN&rsquo;s institutional culture needs a complete overhaul.
The hour pivots to the broader media environment, with Clay and Buck praising Elon Musk and the transformation of Twitter into a platform that no longer suppresses stories unfavorable to the left. This launches a humorous sidebar about Gen Z slang terms like &ldquo;glazing,&rdquo; &ldquo;mogging,&rdquo; and &ldquo;looksmaxxing,&rdquo; as the hosts poke fun at generational language shifts and how social media influences cultural vocabulary. From there, the show transitions back to serious geopolitical analysis as Caroline Levitt delivers a White House briefing outlining President Trump&rsquo;s strategy to stabilize global energy markets during the Iran conflict. Clay and Buck explain how the administration&rsquo;s rapid response&mdash;including offering naval escorts for tankers, waiving certain sanctions, and providing political risk insurance&mdash;has helped reverse the temporary oil price spike that rattled markets the previous day.
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Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Mar 10 2026

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Hour 1 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show centers on fast‑moving developments in the escalating U.S. military campaign against Iran. Clay and Buck open the hour analyzing remarks from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who describes increasingly intense American airstrikes and the destruction of Iranian missile sites, naval assets, and military infrastructure. President Donald Trump’s comments from an event in Doral underscore the scope of the operation, with Trump highlighting that U.S. forces have struck thousands of targets and sunk dozens of Iranian naval vessels. This leads the hosts into a broader conversation about the endgame in Iran—specifically the uncertainty over who might take power if the regime collapses and whether the U.S. or Israel has viable contacts who could help stabilize the country. Questions arise about whether any Iranian political figures could work with the West, even discreetly, and whether the U.S. intends to pursue regime change or simply force strategic concessions.

The discussion shifts toward the economic consequences of the conflict, particularly the dramatic price fluctuations in global oil markets. Clay notes that oil surged to $120 per barrel before rapidly falling to around $85, emphasizing how the United States’ role as the world’s top oil and gas producer provides a buffer against global shocks. The hosts contrast this national strength with states like California, which has severely limited oil and gas production despite having abundant resources. They argue that nationwide energy independence—driven largely by fracking—has dramatically reduced the geopolitical leverage of petro‑dictator states like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela.

From geopolitics, Clay and Buck pivot to domestic political storylines, including early maneuvering in the 2028 Republican presidential field. Marco Rubio’s rise in betting markets and Vice President J.D. Vance’s shifting position spark speculation about what American politics will look like once Trump eventually leaves the stage. The hosts humorously imagine Trump launching an enormously successful podcast after his presidency, cementing his place at the center of public attention.

Congressman Jim Jordan joins the program for an extended segment covering several major issues. He details the ongoing Minnesota Feeding Our Future fraud scandal, accusing state officials of misleading the public and protecting political allies. Jordan also discusses the Save America Act, expressing disbelief that Democrats oppose strict voter‑ID and citizenship requirements for federal elections, which he argues are overwhelmingly popular with voters. The conversation expands to long TSA lines and the refusal by Democrats to fund the Department of Homeland Security during an active military conflict, which Jordan frames as reckless and ideological. He also weighs in on the Iran campaign, echoing Trump’s confidence and praising the military’s swift dismantling of Iranian offensive capabilities. Toward the end of the segment, Jordan addresses the chaos surrounding name‑image‑likeness (NIL) rules in college sports and expresses optimism that Congress can pass the SCORE Act to bring legal stability to college athletics.

The hour concludes with listener calls. One listener raises concerns about potential Iranian sleeper cells in the United States, prompting Buck to distinguish between ideologically motivated lone actors and more sophisticated, trained infiltrators whose numbers and intentions are unknown. Another caller comments on the sharp drop in global oil prices, comparing the movement to previous major geopolitical shocks. Throughout the hour, Clay and Buck frame the unfolding Iran conflict, shifting oil markets, domestic political battles, and structural challenges in college sports as interconnected issues illustrating the stakes of America’s current political moment.

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Hour 1 of The Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Show centers on fast‑moving developments in the escalating U.S. military campaign against Iran. Clay and Buck open the hour analyzing remarks from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who describes increasingly intense American airstrikes and the destruction of Iranian missile sites, naval assets, and military infrastructure. President Donald Trump&rsquo;s comments from an event in Doral underscore the scope of the operation, with Trump highlighting that U.S. forces have struck thousands of targets and sunk dozens of Iranian naval vessels. This leads the hosts into a broader conversation about the endgame in Iran&mdash;specifically the uncertainty over who might take power if the regime collapses and whether the U.S. or Israel has viable contacts who could help stabilize the country. Questions arise about whether any Iranian political figures could work with the West, even discreetly, and whether the U.S. intends to pursue regime change or simply force strategic concessions.
The discussion shifts toward the economic consequences of the conflict, particularly the dramatic price fluctuations in global oil markets. Clay notes that oil surged to $120 per barrel before rapidly falling to around $85, emphasizing how the United States&rsquo; role as the world&rsquo;s top oil and gas producer provides a buffer against global shocks. The hosts contrast this national strength with states like California, which has severely limited oil and gas production despite having abundant resources. They argue that nationwide energy independence&mdash;driven largely by fracking&mdash;has dramatically reduced the geopolitical leverage of petro‑dictator states like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela.
From geopolitics, Clay and Buck pivot to domestic political storylines, including early maneuvering in the 2028 Republican presidential field. Marco Rubio&rsquo;s rise in betting markets and Vice President J.D. Vance&rsquo;s shifting position spark speculation about what American politics will look like once Trump eventually leaves the stage. The hosts humorously imagine Trump launching an enormously successful podcast after his presidency, cementing his place at the center of public attention.
Congressman Jim Jordan joins the program for an extended segment covering several major issues. He details the ongoing Minnesota Feeding Our Future fraud scandal, accusing state officials of misleading the public and protecting political allies. Jordan also discusses the Save America Act, expressing disbelief that Democrats oppose strict voter‑ID and citizenship requirements for federal elections, which he argues are overwhelmingly popular with voters. The conversation expands to long TSA lines and the refusal by Democrats to fund the Department of Homeland Security during an active military conflict, which Jordan frames as reckless and ideological. He also weighs in on the Iran campaign, echoing Trump&rsquo;s confidence and praising the military&rsquo;s swift dismantling of Iranian offensive capabilities. Toward the end of the segment, Jordan addresses the chaos surrounding name‑image‑likeness (NIL) rules in college sports and expresses optimism that Congress can pass the SCORE Act to bring legal stability to college athletics.
The hour concludes with listener calls. One listener raises concerns about potential Iranian sleeper cells in the United States, prompting Buck to distinguish between ideologically motivated lone actors and more sophisticated, trained infiltrators whose numbers and intentions are unknown. Another caller comments on the sharp drop in global oil prices, comparing the movement to previous major geopolitical shocks. Throughout the hour, Clay and Buck frame the unfolding Iran conflict, shifting oil markets, domestic political battles, and structural challenges in college sports as interconnected issues illustrating the stakes of America&rsquo;s current political moment.
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Hour 1 - Iran Endgame

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Hour 2 of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show focuses heavily on the dramatic plunge in global oil prices, with Clay noting that crude fell more in the past 24 hours than at any point in the last four years. They discuss how the previous day’s panic over $120‑per‑barrel oil evaporated almost instantly as prices sank back into the mid‑$80s, sending commodities traders scrambling. The hosts argue that media outlets quickly moved on from the alarmist narrative once the price collapse undercut the storyline, and they connect the market swings to uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping captains remain cautious despite the United States delivering crushing military blows to Iran’s navy and missile infrastructure.

The hour’s main guest, Senate candidate Michael Watley of North Carolina, joins to lay out why he believes his race will become the most expensive Senate contest in American history, with more than $600 million expected to pour into the state. Watley contrasts his platform with Democrat Roy Cooper’s record on crime, taxes, immigration enforcement, and cultural issues, arguing that Cooper repeatedly vetoed legislation aimed at keeping violent illegal immigrants out of North Carolina and supported policies allowing biological males into women’s sports and locker rooms. He highlights the massive federal recovery effort after Hurricane Helene, crediting Trump‑aligned leadership for billions in rebuilding investments across western North Carolina. Watley emphasizes that suburban, college‑educated independent voters—particularly those concerned about inflation, housing affordability, and public safety—will determine the outcome of the race, which historically has been decided by razor‑thin margins.

Economic concerns dominate much of Hour 2, with Watley laying out pro‑growth policies he hopes to implement in the Senate, including extending Trump’s middle‑class tax cuts, eliminating taxes on overtime, tips, and Social Security, and pursuing regulatory and trade reforms designed to strengthen manufacturing, small businesses, and farms. He notes skyrocketing housing costs across the state and previews an upcoming meeting with federal housing officials aimed at increasing supply, lowering prices, expanding first‑time homebuyer access, and reducing interest rate pressure. Clay and Buck underscore how these affordability issues have become decisive for independent voters in states experiencing rapid population growth.

Listeners chime in with questions about global oil markets, prompting Clay and Buck to explain that even though the United States is the world’s largest oil producer, it cannot unilaterally set prices because oil is traded globally. Shipping companies remain nervous about Iranian missile and drone threats in the Strait of Hormuz, which keeps markets volatile despite major U.S. military successes.

Shannon Bream joins the show to discuss her new book, Nothing Is Impossible with God, and to break down several high‑stakes Supreme Court cases expected in the coming months. She details upcoming rulings on redistricting, race‑based gerrymandering, and executive power, noting that the timing of decisions could influence how states draw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. The conversation expands to unresolved tariff‑refund disputes created by recent court rulings and the Supreme Court’s stalled investigation into the Dobbs leak, which she says produced no identified culprit and may be difficult to reopen. Clay and Buck also ask about speculation that aging justices like Samuel Alito might retire while Trump still controls Senate confirmations, though Bream says there are no signs of imminent departures.

The final segment of Hour 2 features listener calls, including one caller who credits Buck’s book with politically converting a left‑leaning college student. Buck and Clay discuss some of the historical material that didn’t make it into the final manuscript, including Soviet propaganda and the mythology surrounding Stalin’s cult of personality. The hour closes with breaking news out of New York, where the NYPD bomb squad responds to explosive devices thrown near Gracie Mansion, setting up further coverage later in the show.

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Hour 2 of the Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Show focuses heavily on the dramatic plunge in global oil prices, with Clay noting that crude fell more in the past 24 hours than at any point in the last four years. They discuss how the previous day&rsquo;s panic over $120‑per‑barrel oil evaporated almost instantly as prices sank back into the mid‑$80s, sending commodities traders scrambling. The hosts argue that media outlets quickly moved on from the alarmist narrative once the price collapse undercut the storyline, and they connect the market swings to uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping captains remain cautious despite the United States delivering crushing military blows to Iran&rsquo;s navy and missile infrastructure.
The hour&rsquo;s main guest, Senate candidate Michael Watley of North Carolina, joins to lay out why he believes his race will become the most expensive Senate contest in American history, with more than $600 million expected to pour into the state. Watley contrasts his platform with Democrat Roy Cooper&rsquo;s record on crime, taxes, immigration enforcement, and cultural issues, arguing that Cooper repeatedly vetoed legislation aimed at keeping violent illegal immigrants out of North Carolina and supported policies allowing biological males into women&rsquo;s sports and locker rooms. He highlights the massive federal recovery effort after Hurricane Helene, crediting Trump‑aligned leadership for billions in rebuilding investments across western North Carolina. Watley emphasizes that suburban, college‑educated independent voters&mdash;particularly those concerned about inflation, housing affordability, and public safety&mdash;will determine the outcome of the race, which historically has been decided by razor‑thin margins.
Economic concerns dominate much of Hour 2, with Watley laying out pro‑growth policies he hopes to implement in the Senate, including extending Trump&rsquo;s middle‑class tax cuts, eliminating taxes on overtime, tips, and Social Security, and pursuing regulatory and trade reforms designed to strengthen manufacturing, small businesses, and farms. He notes skyrocketing housing costs across the state and previews an upcoming meeting with federal housing officials aimed at increasing supply, lowering prices, expanding first‑time homebuyer access, and reducing interest rate pressure. Clay and Buck underscore how these affordability issues have become decisive for independent voters in states experiencing rapid population growth.
Listeners chime in with questions about global oil markets, prompting Clay and Buck to explain that even though the United States is the world&rsquo;s largest oil producer, it cannot unilaterally set prices because oil is traded globally. Shipping companies remain nervous about Iranian missile and drone threats in the Strait of Hormuz, which keeps markets volatile despite major U.S. military successes.
Shannon Bream joins the show to discuss her new book, Nothing Is Impossible with God, and to break down several high‑stakes Supreme Court cases expected in the coming months. She details upcoming rulings on redistricting, race‑based gerrymandering, and executive power, noting that the timing of decisions could influence how states draw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. The conversation expands to unresolved tariff‑refund disputes created by recent court rulings and the Supreme Court&rsquo;s stalled investigation into the Dobbs leak, which she says produced no identified culprit and may be difficult to reopen. Clay and Buck also ask about speculation that aging justices like Samuel Alito might retire while Trump still controls Senate confirmations, though Bream says there are no signs of imminent departures.
The final segment of Hour 2 features listener calls, including one caller who credits Buck&rsquo;s book with politically converting a left‑leaning college student. Buck and Clay discuss some of the historical material that didn&rsquo;t make it into the final manuscript, including Soviet propaganda and the mythology surrounding Stalin&rsquo;s cult of personality. The hour closes with breaking news out of New York, where the NYPD bomb squad responds to explosive devices thrown near Gracie Mansion, setting up further coverage later in the show.
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Hour 2 - Nothing is Impossible

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