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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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Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Aug 13 2024

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Hour 1 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show kicks off with Clay broadcasting from Birmingham, Alabama, where he’s set to speak to hundreds of listeners later in the evening. The hour dives into major cultural and political topics shaping the national conversation. First up is the announcement of Jasmine Crockett’s Senate campaign in Texas, which Clay and Buck analyze as a strategic move likely fueled by inflated online support and aimed at boosting her national profile. They predict her candidacy will generate media attention but question her chances in a deeply conservative state.

The discussion then pivots to sports and cultural commentary as the world’s number one women’s tennis player publicly denounces the inclusion of biological men in women’s athletics. Clay and Buck praise her stance as common sense and note the significance of such a high-profile athlete speaking out on fairness in sports. This leads to a broader conversation about gender roles, masculinity, and societal trends. The hosts dissect Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s viral comments claiming Republicans criticize him because they’re “intimidated by his masculinity.” Clay and Buck mock the performative masculinity Democrats attempt to project, arguing that progressive ideology undermines traditional gender norms and alienates male voters.

From there, the hour explores deeper cultural issues, including declining birth rates and delayed marriage trends. Clay delivers a passionate monologue on the consequences of prioritizing career over family, warning that societal messaging has misled women into postponing marriage and motherhood, creating long-term demographic and civilizational challenges. Buck adds perspective on the importance of gender roles and family structure, emphasizing that these norms exist for a reason and contribute to societal stability.

The conversation takes a sharp turn into media ethics and political discourse as Clay and Buck address the disturbing attacks on Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated 90 days ago. They condemn left-wing commentators for labeling her a “grifter” and calling for her to be “kicked to the curb,” praising Erica’s advocacy as selfless and honorable. The hosts highlight John Fetterman’s unexpected defense of Erika and criticize the silence of some conservatives who should be speaking out. This segment underscores the toxic nature of modern political rhetoric and the moral obligation to defend grieving families from partisan cruelty.

Hour 1 closes with lighter moments, including Clay’s controversial take on Christmas music being overplayed and a humorous exchange about holiday gift-giving traditions. The hosts agree that Christmas gifts should be reserved for children, sparking listener reactions and playful banter about practical presents versus extravagant gestures. Clay also teases an upcoming appearance on Kayleigh McEnany’s Fox News show, promising to address recent on-air jabs about his fondness for rosé wine.

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Hour 1 of The Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Show kicks off with Clay broadcasting from Birmingham, Alabama, where he&rsquo;s set to speak to hundreds of listeners later in the evening. The hour dives into major cultural and political topics shaping the national conversation. First up is the announcement of Jasmine Crockett&rsquo;s Senate campaign in Texas, which Clay and Buck analyze as a strategic move likely fueled by inflated online support and aimed at boosting her national profile. They predict her candidacy will generate media attention but question her chances in a deeply conservative state.
The discussion then pivots to sports and cultural commentary as the world&rsquo;s number one women&rsquo;s tennis player publicly denounces the inclusion of biological men in women&rsquo;s athletics. Clay and Buck praise her stance as common sense and note the significance of such a high-profile athlete speaking out on fairness in sports. This leads to a broader conversation about gender roles, masculinity, and societal trends. The hosts dissect Minnesota Governor Tim Walz&rsquo;s viral comments claiming Republicans criticize him because they&rsquo;re &ldquo;intimidated by his masculinity.&rdquo; Clay and Buck mock the performative masculinity Democrats attempt to project, arguing that progressive ideology undermines traditional gender norms and alienates male voters.
From there, the hour explores deeper cultural issues, including declining birth rates and delayed marriage trends. Clay delivers a passionate monologue on the consequences of prioritizing career over family, warning that societal messaging has misled women into postponing marriage and motherhood, creating long-term demographic and civilizational challenges. Buck adds perspective on the importance of gender roles and family structure, emphasizing that these norms exist for a reason and contribute to societal stability.
The conversation takes a sharp turn into media ethics and political discourse as Clay and Buck address the disturbing attacks on Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated 90 days ago. They condemn left-wing commentators for labeling her a &ldquo;grifter&rdquo; and calling for her to be &ldquo;kicked to the curb,&rdquo; praising Erica&rsquo;s advocacy as selfless and honorable. The hosts highlight John Fetterman&rsquo;s unexpected defense of Erika and criticize the silence of some conservatives who should be speaking out. This segment underscores the toxic nature of modern political rhetoric and the moral obligation to defend grieving families from partisan cruelty.
Hour 1 closes with lighter moments, including Clay&rsquo;s controversial take on Christmas music being overplayed and a humorous exchange about holiday gift-giving traditions. The hosts agree that Christmas gifts should be reserved for children, sparking listener reactions and playful banter about practical presents versus extravagant gestures. Clay also teases an upcoming appearance on Kayleigh McEnany&rsquo;s Fox News show, promising to address recent on-air jabs about his fondness for ros&eacute; wine.
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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H1 - Jennifer Welch is Awful

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Hour 2 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show dives into some of the most pressing cultural and political issues dominating headlines. The hour begins with President Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania, where he addresses affordability concerns and economic messaging ahead of the 2026 midterms. Trump touts falling gas prices—some states reporting under $2 per gallon—and emphasizes his administration’s efforts to stabilize energy markets despite lingering inflation caused by Biden-era policies. Clay and Buck analyze how affordability will be a key battleground issue, noting that Democrats are leveraging economic frustration while Trump counters with tangible progress on energy and cost-of-living metrics.

The conversation then pivots to immigration and welfare abuse, spotlighting a shocking statistic: 81% of Somali immigrant families in Minnesota are on welfare. Clay and Buck argue this violates the spirit and letter of the Immigration and Nationality Act’s “public charge” rule, which prohibits admitting immigrants likely to become dependent on government aid. They blast the bipartisan failure to enforce these laws and highlight cultural and educational disparities that drive such dependency. The hosts contrast Somali immigrants’ outcomes with high-achieving groups like Nigerian and Taiwanese Americans, dismantling claims that racism explains economic gaps and stressing the need for merit-based immigration reform.

From immigration, the hour transitions to a major cultural debate: Australia’s decision to ban social media for anyone under 16. Clay strongly supports the move, comparing social media’s mental health impact to smoking and arguing that early exposure has fueled anxiety, bullying, and predatory risks for teens. Buck adds that online platforms erode attention spans and expose minors to grooming and sextortion schemes, citing chilling cases where teenage boys were blackmailed into suicide after being targeted by fake accounts. Both hosts call for U.S. policymakers to consider similar restrictions, framing social media as a public health crisis and urging parents to advocate for age-based limits akin to driving or drinking laws.

The discussion expands into broader societal implications, including the dangers of digital permanence, the rise of AI-driven scams, and the cultural shift toward instant gratification. Clay and Buck emphasize that delaying social media access would improve mental health, restore face-to-face interaction, and reduce risks tied to online predators. They invite listener feedback through polls and calls, sparking a lively exchange on whether America should follow Australia’s lead.

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Hour 2 of The Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Show dives into some of the most pressing cultural and political issues dominating headlines. The hour begins with President Trump&rsquo;s rally in Pennsylvania, where he addresses affordability concerns and economic messaging ahead of the 2026 midterms. Trump touts falling gas prices&mdash;some states reporting under $2 per gallon&mdash;and emphasizes his administration&rsquo;s efforts to stabilize energy markets despite lingering inflation caused by Biden-era policies. Clay and Buck analyze how affordability will be a key battleground issue, noting that Democrats are leveraging economic frustration while Trump counters with tangible progress on energy and cost-of-living metrics.
The conversation then pivots to immigration and welfare abuse, spotlighting a shocking statistic: 81% of Somali immigrant families in Minnesota are on welfare. Clay and Buck argue this violates the spirit and letter of the Immigration and Nationality Act&rsquo;s &ldquo;public charge&rdquo; rule, which prohibits admitting immigrants likely to become dependent on government aid. They blast the bipartisan failure to enforce these laws and highlight cultural and educational disparities that drive such dependency. The hosts contrast Somali immigrants&rsquo; outcomes with high-achieving groups like Nigerian and Taiwanese Americans, dismantling claims that racism explains economic gaps and stressing the need for merit-based immigration reform.
From immigration, the hour transitions to a major cultural debate: Australia&rsquo;s decision to ban social media for anyone under 16. Clay strongly supports the move, comparing social media&rsquo;s mental health impact to smoking and arguing that early exposure has fueled anxiety, bullying, and predatory risks for teens. Buck adds that online platforms erode attention spans and expose minors to grooming and sextortion schemes, citing chilling cases where teenage boys were blackmailed into suicide after being targeted by fake accounts. Both hosts call for U.S. policymakers to consider similar restrictions, framing social media as a public health crisis and urging parents to advocate for age-based limits akin to driving or drinking laws.
The discussion expands into broader societal implications, including the dangers of digital permanence, the rise of AI-driven scams, and the cultural shift toward instant gratification. Clay and Buck emphasize that delaying social media access would improve mental health, restore face-to-face interaction, and reduce risks tied to online predators. They invite listener feedback through polls and calls, sparking a lively exchange on whether America should follow Australia&rsquo;s lead.
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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H2 -  We Have a Culture Problem

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Hour 3 of The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show delivers a dynamic mix of breaking news, cultural debate, and exclusive insights from high-profile interviews. The hour opens with a major economic update: the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point, bringing them down to 3.5–3.75%, signaling relief for borrowing costs after years of inflationary pressure under Biden. Clay and Buck analyze what this means for markets and consumer confidence heading into 2026.

The centerpiece of the hour is an in-depth conversation with Katie Miller, who recently sat down with Elon Musk for a widely discussed interview. Katie shares behind-the-scenes details about Musk’s personality, work ethic, and vision for humanity. She describes Musk as mission-driven, humble despite his wealth, and uniquely capable of managing multiple groundbreaking companies through intense focus and “context switching.” The discussion explores Musk’s regrets over his involvement with Dogecoin, his predictions about AI making work optional in the future, and the potential for SpaceX to go public at a $1.5 trillion valuation—an event that could make Musk the world’s first trillionaire. Katie also warns about AI’s risks for children and education, emphasizing the need for parental vigilance as technology accelerates.

From tech and innovation, the conversation pivots to Australia’s controversial ban on social media for users under 16, sparking a passionate debate on child safety and government regulation. Clay argues that the ban is a smart move, comparing social media’s mental health impact to cigarettes and calling it one of the most harmful public health choices of our era. Buck agrees that universal restrictions would help parents enforce boundaries and protect kids from predators, sextortion schemes, and addictive behaviors. Katie, however, voices skepticism about heavy-handed federal regulation, favoring parental responsibility over blanket laws. The hosts and callers weigh in on whether age limits for social media should mirror existing restrictions on driving, drinking, and voting, with Clay citing data and real-world examples of the dangers posed by unrestricted online access.

The hour also addresses the disturbing rise in political violence and online harassment, focusing on the vile attacks against Erica Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated three months ago. Katie praises Erica’s resilience and leadership as she steps into a CEO role while grieving, condemning the left’s attempts to smear her as a “grifter.” Clay and Buck underscore the moral bankruptcy of targeting widows and argue that protecting children—and civil discourse—should be a top priority for government and society.

Hour 3 closes with lighter moments, including listener talkbacks on gun preferences, holiday traditions, and Clay’s infamous hot take that Christmas music is overplayed. The hosts share humorous anecdotes about family gift-giving, driving habits, and even President Trump’s love for classic movies like Bloodsport and Top Gun, offering a glimpse into his personal side during White House movie nights.

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Hour 3 of The Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Show delivers a dynamic mix of breaking news, cultural debate, and exclusive insights from high-profile interviews. The hour opens with a major economic update: the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point, bringing them down to 3.5&ndash;3.75%, signaling relief for borrowing costs after years of inflationary pressure under Biden. Clay and Buck analyze what this means for markets and consumer confidence heading into 2026.
The centerpiece of the hour is an in-depth conversation with Katie Miller, who recently sat down with Elon Musk for a widely discussed interview. Katie shares behind-the-scenes details about Musk&rsquo;s personality, work ethic, and vision for humanity. She describes Musk as mission-driven, humble despite his wealth, and uniquely capable of managing multiple groundbreaking companies through intense focus and &ldquo;context switching.&rdquo; The discussion explores Musk&rsquo;s regrets over his involvement with Dogecoin, his predictions about AI making work optional in the future, and the potential for SpaceX to go public at a $1.5 trillion valuation&mdash;an event that could make Musk the world&rsquo;s first trillionaire. Katie also warns about AI&rsquo;s risks for children and education, emphasizing the need for parental vigilance as technology accelerates.
From tech and innovation, the conversation pivots to Australia&rsquo;s controversial ban on social media for users under 16, sparking a passionate debate on child safety and government regulation. Clay argues that the ban is a smart move, comparing social media&rsquo;s mental health impact to cigarettes and calling it one of the most harmful public health choices of our era. Buck agrees that universal restrictions would help parents enforce boundaries and protect kids from predators, sextortion schemes, and addictive behaviors. Katie, however, voices skepticism about heavy-handed federal regulation, favoring parental responsibility over blanket laws. The hosts and callers weigh in on whether age limits for social media should mirror existing restrictions on driving, drinking, and voting, with Clay citing data and real-world examples of the dangers posed by unrestricted online access.
The hour also addresses the disturbing rise in political violence and online harassment, focusing on the vile attacks against Erica Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated three months ago. Katie praises Erica&rsquo;s resilience and leadership as she steps into a CEO role while grieving, condemning the left&rsquo;s attempts to smear her as a &ldquo;grifter.&rdquo; Clay and Buck underscore the moral bankruptcy of targeting widows and argue that protecting children&mdash;and civil discourse&mdash;should be a top priority for government and society.
Hour 3 closes with lighter moments, including listener talkbacks on gun preferences, holiday traditions, and Clay&rsquo;s infamous hot take that Christmas music is overplayed. The hosts share humorous anecdotes about family gift-giving, driving habits, and even President Trump&rsquo;s love for classic movies like Bloodsport and Top Gun, offering a glimpse into his personal side during White House movie nights.
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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H3 - Katie Miller Dishes on Elon

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Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Aug 13 2024

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