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Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show H2 – Aug 8 2022

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton react to President Donald Trump’s Oval Office comments on diesel prices, Russia and Ukraine, and the state of the U.S. economy, including Trump’s argument that America is seeing major investment in factories and strong employment. Clay contends that the most effective Republican economic message is that the Biden administration left behind high inflation and a damaged economy that requires time to repair, while pointing to stock market performance, low unemployment, accelerating wage growth and stronger economic growth as reasons for optimism. The hosts acknowledge that many Americans remain frustrated by the cost of groceries, gasoline and other everyday expenses, and they debate how quickly improving economic indicators can translate into voters actually feeling better about their finances. They also discuss oil and gas prices amid conflict involving Iran and instability in the Middle East, as well as the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on diesel supplies.

Clay and Buck give a major update on the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to bring down the aircraft. Clay and Buck recount how the plane carrying 174 people went into a dramatic descent, passengers and crew fought their way into the cockpit, and a reserve flight crew ultimately landed the aircraft safely. They discuss reports that the co-pilot, an Omani national, had undergone Islamist radicalization and was suicidal, along with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comments about the investigation. The hosts also play comments from President Donald Trump, who says investigators are examining whether the alleged attacker had connections to Iran and that information he was receiving suggested a possible link, while stopping short of a final conclusion. Clay and Buck examine the possibility that the timing of the attempted hijacking, shortly before the aircraft entered Israeli airspace, could indicate an intention to use the plane in a larger terrorist attack against Israel. They also discuss the suspension of Flydubai flights to Israel, whether accomplices or a broader terrorist network could have been involved, and a separate arrest of a dual Iranian-British citizen connected to an alleged terror plot near a U.S. military facility in England.

The guys analyze comments from Pete Hegseth about military culture, physical standards, DEI policies, grooming and his vision of a more traditional warrior ethos in the U.S. military. Clay and Buck particularly seize on Hegseth's reference to "beardos," wondering exactly what he means given the prevalence of beards among elite special operations personnel. The discussion evolves into a humorous but detailed history of military facial hair, stretching from the Crimean War and Civil War to World War I, Afghanistan and Iraq. Clay discusses how gas masks helped encourage clean-shaven military standards during World War I, while Buck points to the rugged appearance of modern special operators and earlier soldiers as examples of how beards have historically become associated with masculinity and military culture. They also mention Vice President JD Vance, the history of facial hair among American political leaders and the relationship between grooming standards, professionalism and public perceptions of trustworthiness.

Financial commentator Trish Regan joins for an extended discussion of the Trump economy, inflation, energy and consumer sentiment. Regan argues that today's inflation environment represents an improvement from the inflation surge during the Biden administration but says consumers remain acutely aware that prices are substantially higher than they were several years ago. She explains why lower inflation does not mean prices return to their previous levels and discusses the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation reading, energy costs, gasoline prices and the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. She and the hosts explore the challenge Republicans face in persuading voters that economic conditions are improving when some Americans have yet to experience those improvements personally. Regan also makes the case for continued economic policies centered on capitalism, innovation and private-sector growth while warning about the economic direction she believes Democrats would pursue.

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Clay Travis and Buck Sexton react to President Donald Trump&rsquo;s Oval Office comments on diesel prices, Russia and Ukraine, and the state of the U.S. economy, including Trump&rsquo;s argument that America is seeing major investment in factories and strong employment. Clay contends that the most effective Republican economic message is that the Biden administration left behind high inflation and a damaged economy that requires time to repair, while pointing to stock market performance, low unemployment, accelerating wage growth and stronger economic growth as reasons for optimism. The hosts acknowledge that many Americans remain frustrated by the cost of groceries, gasoline and other everyday expenses, and they debate how quickly improving economic indicators can translate into voters actually feeling better about their finances. They also discuss oil and gas prices amid conflict involving Iran and instability in the Middle East, as well as the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on diesel supplies.
Clay and Buck give a major update on the attempted hijacking of a Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to bring down the aircraft. Clay and Buck recount how the plane carrying 174 people went into a dramatic descent, passengers and crew fought their way into the cockpit, and a reserve flight crew ultimately landed the aircraft safely. They discuss reports that the co-pilot, an Omani national, had undergone Islamist radicalization and was suicidal, along with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comments about the investigation. The hosts also play comments from President Donald Trump, who says investigators are examining whether the alleged attacker had connections to Iran and that information he was receiving suggested a possible link, while stopping short of a final conclusion. Clay and Buck examine the possibility that the timing of the attempted hijacking, shortly before the aircraft entered Israeli airspace, could indicate an intention to use the plane in a larger terrorist attack against Israel. They also discuss the suspension of Flydubai flights to Israel, whether accomplices or a broader terrorist network could have been involved, and a separate arrest of a dual Iranian-British citizen connected to an alleged terror plot near a U.S. military facility in England.
The guys analyze comments from Pete Hegseth about military culture, physical standards, DEI policies, grooming and his vision of a more traditional warrior ethos in the U.S. military. Clay and Buck particularly seize on Hegseth's reference to "beardos," wondering exactly what he means given the prevalence of beards among elite special operations personnel. The discussion evolves into a humorous but detailed history of military facial hair, stretching from the Crimean War and Civil War to World War I, Afghanistan and Iraq. Clay discusses how gas masks helped encourage clean-shaven military standards during World War I, while Buck points to the rugged appearance of modern special operators and earlier soldiers as examples of how beards have historically become associated with masculinity and military culture. They also mention Vice President JD Vance, the history of facial hair among American political leaders and the relationship between grooming standards, professionalism and public perceptions of trustworthiness.
Financial commentator Trish Regan joins for an extended discussion of the Trump economy, inflation, energy and consumer sentiment. Regan argues that today's inflation environment represents an improvement from the inflation surge during the Biden administration but says consumers remain acutely aware that prices are substantially higher than they were several years ago. She explains why lower inflation does not mean prices return to their previous levels and discusses the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation reading, energy costs, gasoline prices and the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. She and the hosts explore the challenge Republicans face in persuading voters that economic conditions are improving when some Americans have yet to experience those improvements personally. Regan also makes the case for continued economic policies centered on capitalism, innovation and private-sector growth while warning about the economic direction she believes Democrats would pursue.
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Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Oct 10 2026

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Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show opens with Clay and Buck examining the economy, inflation, energy prices and the political battle heading into the 2026 midterm elections. They react to President Donald Trump’s Oval Office comments on diesel prices, Russia and Ukraine, and the state of the U.S. economy, including Trump’s argument that America is seeing major investment in factories and strong employment. Clay contends that the most effective Republican economic message is that the Biden administration left behind high inflation and a damaged economy that requires time to repair, while pointing to stock market performance, low unemployment, accelerating wage growth and stronger economic growth as reasons for optimism. The hosts acknowledge that many Americans remain frustrated by the cost of groceries, gasoline and other everyday expenses, and they debate how quickly improving economic indicators can translate into voters actually feeling better about their finances. They also discuss oil and gas prices amid conflict involving Iran and instability in the Middle East, as well as the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on diesel supplies.

The conversation then shifts to the 2026 midterm elections and the battle for control of Congress. Clay argues that Democratic political momentum may have peaked and predicts Republican advertising could begin moving key races toward the GOP. He highlights Senate contests in Texas, Iowa, Kansas, Georgia, North Carolina, Maine and Michigan, while Buck says he is encouraged about Republican prospects in the Senate but stresses that turnout will ultimately determine the results. They discuss the flood of political advertising airing in battleground states such as Virginia, why campaigns rely so heavily on negative attack ads, and why conventional attacks against Trump have sometimes failed to achieve their intended effect. The hosts also use New York City and Zohran Mamdani as an example in their broader argument about Democratic economic policies, contending that policies intended to address affordability and housing costs can instead contribute to higher prices and rents.

Financial commentator Trish Regan joins Hour 1 for an extended discussion of the Trump economy, inflation, energy and consumer sentiment. Regan argues that today's inflation environment represents an improvement from the inflation surge during the Biden administration but says consumers remain acutely aware that prices are substantially higher than they were several years ago. She explains why lower inflation does not mean prices return to their previous levels and discusses the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation reading, energy costs, gasoline prices and the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. She and the hosts explore the challenge Republicans face in persuading voters that economic conditions are improving when some Americans have yet to experience those improvements personally. Regan also makes the case for continued economic policies centered on capitalism, innovation and private-sector growth while warning about the economic direction she believes Democrats would pursue.

Regan and the guys also dive into the rapidly changing media and entertainment industry, discussing Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix and CNN. The conversation focuses on the implications of consolidation in the entertainment business, Netflix's competitive position and the potential for technology to completely reshape how Americans consume movies, television and news. Regan predicts that artificial intelligence, virtual reality and personalized entertainment could eventually allow audiences to customize programming and experience news or major events in dramatically more immersive ways. The discussion expands into the future of journalism, including the growing role of citizen journalists and social platforms, and how traditional television networks and international news bureaus may need to adapt to technological disruption.

The interview concludes with a broader conversation about artificial intelligence, data centers, China, American energy production and national security. Clay raises concerns that public fears about AI infrastructure and data-center construction could leave the United States at a competitive disadvantage to China. Regan argues that winning the global AI race is both an economic and national-security imperative, with abundant and reliable energy necessary to power the data centers and computing infrastructure behind the technology. She maintains that America needs sensible safeguards while continuing to invest aggressively in AI rather than allowing fear of the technology to surrender strategic leadership to China. The discussion ties AI innovation directly to economic productivity, energy policy and the long-term competition between the United States and China.

In the lighter portion of Hour 1, Clay and Buck debate whether"Eye of the Tiger" remains the greatest workout and sports hype song, including whether its popularity is generational, before joking about Buck's tennis matchup involving Sean Hannity's daughter. The hour closes on a more serious economic note when Christie, a caller from Utah, describes spending more than a year searching unsuccessfully for full-time employment and eventually turning to consulting to pay her bills. Her experience leads to a discussion about the gap between positive national economic statistics and the lived experience of Americans struggling in the job market. While Christie says she does not believe Democrats would improve her situation, she explains why people having difficulty finding work may nevertheless be hesitant to embrace claims that the economy is strong. Clay encourages Utah listeners who might have an employment opportunity to reach out, bringing Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show full circle to its central theme: the tension between improving economic data, persistent affordability and employment concerns, and how those competing realities could shape voter sentiment in the 2026 midterm elections.

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Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show opens with Clay and Buck examining the economy, inflation, energy prices and the political battle heading into the 2026 midterm elections. They react to President Donald Trump&rsquo;s Oval Office comments on diesel prices, Russia and Ukraine, and the state of the U.S. economy, including Trump&rsquo;s argument that America is seeing major investment in factories and strong employment. Clay contends that the most effective Republican economic message is that the Biden administration left behind high inflation and a damaged economy that requires time to repair, while pointing to stock market performance, low unemployment, accelerating wage growth and stronger economic growth as reasons for optimism. The hosts acknowledge that many Americans remain frustrated by the cost of groceries, gasoline and other everyday expenses, and they debate how quickly improving economic indicators can translate into voters actually feeling better about their finances. They also discuss oil and gas prices amid conflict involving Iran and instability in the Middle East, as well as the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on diesel supplies.
The conversation then shifts to the 2026 midterm elections and the battle for control of Congress. Clay argues that Democratic political momentum may have peaked and predicts Republican advertising could begin moving key races toward the GOP. He highlights Senate contests in Texas, Iowa, Kansas, Georgia, North Carolina, Maine and Michigan, while Buck says he is encouraged about Republican prospects in the Senate but stresses that turnout will ultimately determine the results. They discuss the flood of political advertising airing in battleground states such as Virginia, why campaigns rely so heavily on negative attack ads, and why conventional attacks against Trump have sometimes failed to achieve their intended effect. The hosts also use New York City and Zohran Mamdani as an example in their broader argument about Democratic economic policies, contending that policies intended to address affordability and housing costs can instead contribute to higher prices and rents.
Financial commentator Trish Regan joins Hour 1 for an extended discussion of the Trump economy, inflation, energy and consumer sentiment. Regan argues that today's inflation environment represents an improvement from the inflation surge during the Biden administration but says consumers remain acutely aware that prices are substantially higher than they were several years ago. She explains why lower inflation does not mean prices return to their previous levels and discusses the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures inflation reading, energy costs, gasoline prices and the movement of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. She and the hosts explore the challenge Republicans face in persuading voters that economic conditions are improving when some Americans have yet to experience those improvements personally. Regan also makes the case for continued economic policies centered on capitalism, innovation and private-sector growth while warning about the economic direction she believes Democrats would pursue.
Regan and the guys also dive into the rapidly changing media and entertainment industry, discussing Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. Discovery, Netflix and CNN. The conversation focuses on the implications of consolidation in the entertainment business, Netflix's competitive position and the potential for technology to completely reshape how Americans consume movies, television and news. Regan predicts that artificial intelligence, virtual reality and personalized entertainment could eventually allow audiences to customize programming and experience news or major events in dramatically more immersive ways. The discussion expands into the future of journalism, including the growing role of citizen journalists and social platforms, and how traditional television networks and international news bureaus may need to adapt to technological disruption.
The interview concludes with a broader conversation about artificial intelligence, data centers, China, American energy production and national security. Clay raises concerns that public fears about AI infrastructure and data-center construction could leave the United States at a competitive disadvantage to China. Regan argues that winning the global AI race is both an economic and national-security imperative, with abundant and reliable energy necessary to power the data centers and computing infrastructure behind the technology. She maintains that America needs sensible safeguards while continuing to invest aggressively in AI rather than allowing fear of the technology to surrender strategic leadership to China. The discussion ties AI innovation directly to economic productivity, energy policy and the long-term competition between the United States and China.
In the lighter portion of Hour 1, Clay and Buck debate whether"Eye of the Tiger" remains the greatest workout and sports hype song, including whether its popularity is generational, before joking about Buck's tennis matchup involving Sean Hannity's daughter. The hour closes on a more serious economic note when Christie, a caller from Utah, describes spending more than a year searching unsuccessfully for full-time employment and eventually turning to consulting to pay her bills. Her experience leads to a discussion about the gap between positive national economic statistics and the lived experience of Americans struggling in the job market. While Christie says she does not believe Democrats would improve her situation, she explains why people having difficulty finding work may nevertheless be hesitant to embrace claims that the economy is strong. Clay encourages Utah listeners who might have an employment opportunity to reach out, bringing Hour 1 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show full circle to its central theme: the tension between improving economic data, persistent affordability and employment concerns, and how those competing realities could shape voter sentiment in the 2026 midterm elections.
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Hour 1 - America's Comeback Tour

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/660cadee-8cd1-4bdd-a16c-b4d6012891ee/transcript

Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show features an extended debate about a controversial Cornell University sexual assault lawsuit, focusing on consent, personal responsibility, due process and the distinction between morally objectionable behavior and conduct that meets the legal standard for a crime. Clay outlines the allegations involving a Cornell student, seven fraternity members, alcohol and drug use, emphasizing that the woman initially described the encounter as consensual before later alleging sexual assault and filing a lawsuit. Clay and Buck discuss text messages and other details surrounding the case and argue that an initial statement of consent followed by a later allegation presents substantial challenges for the accused and the legal process. They repeatedly stress that they regard the alleged conduct at the fraternity as degrading and irresponsible while maintaining that moral condemnation and criminal culpability are separate questions.

The Cornell discussion expands into a broader examination of sexual assault allegations, consent laws, due process and equal treatment under the law. Clay proposes reversing the genders in the hypothetical circumstances to test whether men and women would be treated equally, while Buck argues that the legal system must protect genuine victims while also maintaining standards designed to protect innocent people from false accusations. They reference the Duke lacrosse case, along with allegations involving Brett Kavanaugh and E. Jean Carroll, as part of a wider conversation about delayed accusations, the challenges of defending against allegations concerning events from many years earlier and the purpose of statutes of limitations. Clay also argues against laws that preserve the anonymity of sexual assault accusers while publicly identifying the accused, contending that reputational damage can remain even when criminal charges are never filed. A caller named Mary challenges the hosts' framing of the Cornell case and argues that the men involved had a basic moral responsibility to intervene when someone was intoxicated. Although Clay and Buck disagree with aspects of her legal reasoning, Buck acknowledges the strength of her argument on an ethical level, reinforcing Hour 2's distinction between morality and criminal law.

Hour 2 also turns to the death penalty following a botched execution in Tennessee, prompting Clay and Buck to debate capital punishment and different methods of execution. Buck argues that the incident will strengthen arguments made by death penalty opponents and notes the Catholic Church's opposition to capital punishment, even as he explains why he personally supports the death penalty. The hosts discuss lethal injection, the electric chair and firing squads, as well as the broader political debate surrounding execution policy. They also consider whether women sentenced to death should be treated differently from men, ultimately framing the question around equal legal responsibility regardless of sex. A retired anesthesiologist calls the program and provides his professional assessment of the failed lethal injection, saying he believes an improperly placed IV allowed medication to infiltrate surrounding tissue rather than properly entering the vein.

The capital punishment conversation leads into a historical discussion of public executions, the guillotine and execution practices in Europe. Clay and Buck examine the historical rationale for conducting executions publicly, including whether their visibility was intended to demonstrate that punishment was being administered under lawful authority and to deter others from committing crimes. Buck references historian Joel Harrington's The Faithful Executioner, a book about an executioner in early modern Germany, as the hosts discuss historical crimes that could result in execution, accusations of witchcraft and the importance once placed on employing a skilled executioner. The Tennessee controversy therefore develops into a larger philosophical and historical debate over criminal justice, state authority, transparency, deterrence and humane methods of execution.

The hour also includes a lighter discussion of music, workout songs and 1990s rock culture. A listener cites Lit's "My Own Worst Enemy," the Clay and Buck theme song, as a favorite song for getting energized before a workout, prompting the hosts to discuss iconic music and generational differences in musical tastes. Buck mentions the Foo Fighters, while Clay talks about his son's interest in rap and references Juice WRLD as an artist popular with a younger generation. The exchange continues the show's ongoing debate about the best songs for workouts, sports and getting fired up.

Overall, Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show centers on provocative legal, ethical and cultural questions surrounding the Cornell University sexual assault lawsuit, consent, due process, false accusations, personal responsibility, gender equality under the law and statutes of limitations. The program then moves into an extensive conversation about the Tennessee execution controversy, lethal injection, firing squads, the electric chair, the death penalty and the history of public executions, with listener calls adding both opposing viewpoints and professional medical insight. Clay and Buck balance those serious debates with a lighter conversation about Lit, Foo Fighters, Juice WRLD, workout music and generational musical tastes, making Hour 2 a wide-ranging examination of law, morality, criminal justice, culture and personal responsibility.

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Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show features an extended debate about a controversial Cornell University sexual assault lawsuit, focusing on consent, personal responsibility, due process and the distinction between morally objectionable behavior and conduct that meets the legal standard for a crime. Clay outlines the allegations involving a Cornell student, seven fraternity members, alcohol and drug use, emphasizing that the woman initially described the encounter as consensual before later alleging sexual assault and filing a lawsuit. Clay and Buck discuss text messages and other details surrounding the case and argue that an initial statement of consent followed by a later allegation presents substantial challenges for the accused and the legal process. They repeatedly stress that they regard the alleged conduct at the fraternity as degrading and irresponsible while maintaining that moral condemnation and criminal culpability are separate questions.
The Cornell discussion expands into a broader examination of sexual assault allegations, consent laws, due process and equal treatment under the law. Clay proposes reversing the genders in the hypothetical circumstances to test whether men and women would be treated equally, while Buck argues that the legal system must protect genuine victims while also maintaining standards designed to protect innocent people from false accusations. They reference the Duke lacrosse case, along with allegations involving Brett Kavanaugh and E. Jean Carroll, as part of a wider conversation about delayed accusations, the challenges of defending against allegations concerning events from many years earlier and the purpose of statutes of limitations. Clay also argues against laws that preserve the anonymity of sexual assault accusers while publicly identifying the accused, contending that reputational damage can remain even when criminal charges are never filed. A caller named Mary challenges the hosts' framing of the Cornell case and argues that the men involved had a basic moral responsibility to intervene when someone was intoxicated. Although Clay and Buck disagree with aspects of her legal reasoning, Buck acknowledges the strength of her argument on an ethical level, reinforcing Hour 2's distinction between morality and criminal law.
Hour 2 also turns to the death penalty following a botched execution in Tennessee, prompting Clay and Buck to debate capital punishment and different methods of execution. Buck argues that the incident will strengthen arguments made by death penalty opponents and notes the Catholic Church's opposition to capital punishment, even as he explains why he personally supports the death penalty. The hosts discuss lethal injection, the electric chair and firing squads, as well as the broader political debate surrounding execution policy. They also consider whether women sentenced to death should be treated differently from men, ultimately framing the question around equal legal responsibility regardless of sex. A retired anesthesiologist calls the program and provides his professional assessment of the failed lethal injection, saying he believes an improperly placed IV allowed medication to infiltrate surrounding tissue rather than properly entering the vein.
The capital punishment conversation leads into a historical discussion of public executions, the guillotine and execution practices in Europe. Clay and Buck examine the historical rationale for conducting executions publicly, including whether their visibility was intended to demonstrate that punishment was being administered under lawful authority and to deter others from committing crimes. Buck references historian Joel Harrington's The Faithful Executioner, a book about an executioner in early modern Germany, as the hosts discuss historical crimes that could result in execution, accusations of witchcraft and the importance once placed on employing a skilled executioner. The Tennessee controversy therefore develops into a larger philosophical and historical debate over criminal justice, state authority, transparency, deterrence and humane methods of execution.
The hour also includes a lighter discussion of music, workout songs and 1990s rock culture. A listener cites Lit's "My Own Worst Enemy," the Clay and Buck theme song, as a favorite song for getting energized before a workout, prompting the hosts to discuss iconic music and generational differences in musical tastes. Buck mentions the Foo Fighters, while Clay talks about his son's interest in rap and references Juice WRLD as an artist popular with a younger generation. The exchange continues the show's ongoing debate about the best songs for workouts, sports and getting fired up.
Overall, Hour 2 of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show centers on provocative legal, ethical and cultural questions surrounding the Cornell University sexual assault lawsuit, consent, due process, false accusations, personal responsibility, gender equality under the law and statutes of limitations. The program then moves into an extensive conversation about the Tennessee execution controversy, lethal injection, firing squads, the electric chair, the death penalty and the history of public executions, with listener calls adding both opposing viewpoints and professional medical insight. Clay and Buck balance those serious debates with a lighter conversation about Lit, Foo Fighters, Juice WRLD, workout music and generational musical tastes, making Hour 2 a wide-ranging examination of law, morality, criminal justice, culture and personal responsibility.
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Hour 2 - Cornell Rape: She Said, They Said 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/41594191-c056-4c02-91b6-b4d6012891ea/transcript

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show H2 – Aug 8 2022

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