Data guru Ryan Girdusky takes Clay to task over Trump's new gold card plan while Buck sits back and enjoys some popcorn. Congress has to stop spending like drunken sailors and throwing good money at bad projects. CNN's Scott Jennings: why would the government be actively trying to stop Trump? Clay describes being fired. Floyd Mayweather praises Trump.

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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Hour 3 - The Five Things Email

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Hour 1 of today’s Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show delivers an in depth, fast moving breakdown of the escalating Iran crisis, ongoing questions surrounding Iran’s leadership, and the strategic posture of the United States under President Donald Trump. Clay and Buck open with the latest on the situation inside Iran, where reports and speculation swirl about the condition of Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader. The hosts analyze conflicting reports about whether he is alive, severely injured, or being hidden through staged appearances—including the now viral cardboard cutout moment. This leads to broader discussion about the power vacuum, succession uncertainty, and the future of the Iranian regime. The conversation digs deeply into U.S. military strategy, highlighting America’s aerial superiority and the ongoing targeting of key Iranian military assets. Clay and Buck argue that while the U.S. and Israel have significantly degraded Iran’s ability to wage war, regime change is not an explicit goal—despite widespread speculation. Without a viable ground force like the Kurds or a Northern Alliance–style proxy, the hosts contend that America cannot impose a governing alternative even as Iran’s military infrastructure collapses. They repeatedly emphasize Trump's stance—quoted via Axios—that “Anytime I want the war to end, it will end,” using it as context for understanding American leverage in the conflict. The show also examines Iran’s internal dynamics, including the brutality of the IRGC, paramilitary street militias, and the regime’s long history of killing dissidents—citing the mass killing of more than 30,000 protesters earlier this year. Clay and Buck describe how Iran strategically embeds assets inside schools, hospitals, and residential areas to manipulate international media coverage, knowing the Western press will frame defensive strikes as attacks on civilians. Political analysis runs throughout the hour, particularly the emerging foreign policy divide inside the Republican Party. Senator Josh Hawley’s call to “declare victory and end this thing” becomes a springboard for discussion about the GOP’s future direction—from America First non interventionists like Hawley and J.D. Vance to strongly pro Israel figures like Ted Cruz. The hosts also tie in comments from Mid East negotiator Steve Witkoff, who argues that Trump’s actions prevented Iran from reaching nuclear breakout capacity. In classic Clay & Buck fashion, the hour mixes geopolitical strategy with cultural commentary and media criticism. They dissect Whoopi Goldberg’s claim that the war is meant to distract from other controversies—including the Epstein files and the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping—and respond with sharp skepticism. They also critique The View for shutting out dissenting voices while praising former co host Elizabeth Hasselbeck for confronting the show’s political inconsistencies. The final segments pivot to listener emails, reflections on America’s long memory of the Iranian hostage crisis, and a brief touch on drone warfare, with the hosts noting how technological advances have reshaped modern conflict, allowing major strikes without risking U.S. pilots. Sports fans also get quick hits on the World Baseball Classic, March Madness, and a standout 83 point NBA performance, before the show tees up upcoming discussion on President Trump and additional breaking news in Hour 2.

 

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Hour 1 of today&rsquo;s Clay Travis &amp; Buck Sexton Show delivers an in depth, fast moving breakdown of the escalating Iran crisis, ongoing questions surrounding Iran&rsquo;s leadership, and the strategic posture of the United States under President Donald Trump. Clay and Buck open with the latest on the situation inside Iran, where reports and speculation swirl about the condition of Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Supreme Leader. The hosts analyze conflicting reports about whether he is alive, severely injured, or being hidden through staged appearances&mdash;including the now viral cardboard cutout moment. This leads to broader discussion about the power vacuum, succession uncertainty, and the future of the Iranian regime. The conversation digs deeply into U.S. military strategy, highlighting America&rsquo;s aerial superiority and the ongoing targeting of key Iranian military assets. Clay and Buck argue that while the U.S. and Israel have significantly degraded Iran&rsquo;s ability to wage war, regime change is not an explicit goal&mdash;despite widespread speculation. Without a viable ground force like the Kurds or a Northern Alliance&ndash;style proxy, the hosts contend that America cannot impose a governing alternative even as Iran&rsquo;s military infrastructure collapses. They repeatedly emphasize Trump's stance&mdash;quoted via Axios&mdash;that &ldquo;Anytime I want the war to end, it will end,&rdquo; using it as context for understanding American leverage in the conflict. The show also examines Iran&rsquo;s internal dynamics, including the brutality of the IRGC, paramilitary street militias, and the regime&rsquo;s long history of killing dissidents&mdash;citing the mass killing of more than 30,000 protesters earlier this year. Clay and Buck describe how Iran strategically embeds assets inside schools, hospitals, and residential areas to manipulate international media coverage, knowing the Western press will frame defensive strikes as attacks on civilians. Political analysis runs throughout the hour, particularly the emerging foreign policy divide inside the Republican Party. Senator Josh Hawley&rsquo;s call to &ldquo;declare victory and end this thing&rdquo; becomes a springboard for discussion about the GOP&rsquo;s future direction&mdash;from America First non interventionists like Hawley and J.D. Vance to strongly pro Israel figures like Ted Cruz. The hosts also tie in comments from Mid East negotiator Steve Witkoff, who argues that Trump&rsquo;s actions prevented Iran from reaching nuclear breakout capacity. In classic Clay &amp; Buck fashion, the hour mixes geopolitical strategy with cultural commentary and media criticism. They dissect Whoopi Goldberg&rsquo;s claim that the war is meant to distract from other controversies&mdash;including the Epstein files and the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping&mdash;and respond with sharp skepticism. They also critique The View for shutting out dissenting voices while praising former co host Elizabeth Hasselbeck for confronting the show&rsquo;s political inconsistencies. The final segments pivot to listener emails, reflections on America&rsquo;s long memory of the Iranian hostage crisis, and a brief touch on drone warfare, with the hosts noting how technological advances have reshaped modern conflict, allowing major strikes without risking U.S. pilots. Sports fans also get quick hits on the World Baseball Classic, March Madness, and a standout 83 point NBA performance, before the show tees up upcoming discussion on President Trump and additional breaking news in Hour 2.
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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H1 - Baby Snakes Bite Too

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Hour 2 centers on the attempted terror attack outside Gracie Mansion, where two ISIS inspired attackers targeted protesters before being stopped by heroic NYPD officers, including one who famously leapt a barricade to tackle a suspect. His name is Chief Aaron Edwards, and he is the assistant chief at patrol Bureau Manhattan North. The hosts detail the attackers’ Islamic extremist motives and explosive device, while sharply criticizing CNN’s coverage for downplaying the terror motive and instead emphasizing Republican reactions to anti Islam protest comments. They also highlight NYPD frustration with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, noting outrage that he failed to honor the officers who confronted the bombers and instead hosted a protest figure at Gracie Mansion shortly after the attack. The discussion expands into media bias, free speech rights at protests, and political narratives surrounding extremism. The hour shifts to foreign policy as President Donald Trump outlines U.S. military operations that he says destroyed Iran’s Navy, Air Force, radar systems, and mine boats, framing the campaign as proof of overwhelming American military strength. Listeners then spark lighter segments: debates over 9mm vs. .45 ACP, the culture clash of Tesla vs. diesel truck ownership, and humorous riffs on masculinity, technology, and car culture. The hour closes with pop culture commentary on Scream, Fast & Furious, Back to the Future, and nostalgic car stories.

 

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Hour 2 centers on the attempted terror attack outside Gracie Mansion, where two ISIS inspired attackers targeted protesters before being stopped by heroic NYPD officers, including one who famously leapt a barricade to tackle a suspect. His name is Chief Aaron Edwards, and he is the assistant chief at patrol Bureau Manhattan North. The hosts detail the attackers&rsquo; Islamic extremist motives and explosive device, while sharply criticizing CNN&rsquo;s coverage for downplaying the terror motive and instead emphasizing Republican reactions to anti Islam protest comments. They also highlight NYPD frustration with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, noting outrage that he failed to honor the officers who confronted the bombers and instead hosted a protest figure at Gracie Mansion shortly after the attack. The discussion expands into media bias, free speech rights at protests, and political narratives surrounding extremism. The hour shifts to foreign policy as President Donald Trump outlines U.S. military operations that he says destroyed Iran&rsquo;s Navy, Air Force, radar systems, and mine boats, framing the campaign as proof of overwhelming American military strength. Listeners then spark lighter segments: debates over 9mm vs. .45 ACP, the culture clash of Tesla vs. diesel truck ownership, and humorous riffs on masculinity, technology, and car culture. The hour closes with pop culture commentary on Scream, Fast &amp; Furious, Back to the Future, and nostalgic car stories.
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Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H2 - Fake News Ignores Hero Cop

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Hour 3 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show delivers a fast moving, deeply political hour centered on the Georgia 2026 battleground, evolving GOP internal dynamics, and breaking national and international developments. The hour opens with new quotes from President Donald Trump on the rapidly concluding Iran war, emphasizing his assertion that the conflict will end whenever he chooses and that Iran has “practically nothing left to target.” From international headlines, the discussion shifts to an extensive breakdown of Georgia’s pivotal 2026 election cycle, now one of the most watched battlegrounds in the country. With Sen. John Ossoff up for reelection, hosts and guests examine the increasingly intense Republican primary landscape—highlighting a three way GOP tie between Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, and Derek Dooley, all of whom are jockeying for critical endorsements. Trump has not yet endorsed in the Senate race, while Gov. Brian Kemp, who is term limited and remains influential despite long standing friction with the Trump wing of the party, has endorsed Derek Dooley. The May 19th primary and runoff threshold rules mirror those in Texas and Kentucky, contributing to national attention. The hour digs into the political future of Marjorie Taylor Greene, whose North Georgia district has now selected Clay Fuller (Trump endorsed) as the GOP nominee to replace her. The segment explains Greene’s dramatic fallout with the Trump administration after previously being one of its strongest allies, as well as internal White House polling suggesting she would lose a Senate race to Ossoff. This backdrop helps frame Georgia as a purple-state powder keg, with major implications for which party controls the U.S. Senate. Listeners also get an update on the Georgia governor’s race, where Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is expected to be the rare candidate who could secure both Trump’s and Kemp’s endorsement. The conversation underscores how Trump–Kemp tensions continue to shape Republican politics despite both sides needing unity to flip, hold, or defend key seats in 2026. In one of the hour’s most striking international human rights stories, the hosts highlight the Iranian women’s national soccer team, which refused to sing the Iranian national anthem during competition in Australia. Several players sought asylum rather than return to Iran, underscoring the regime’s repression and the stakes faced by women defying the government. This story is contrasted with U.S. athletes such as Megan Rapinoe, whom the hosts criticize for being outspoken domestically but silent on global women’s rights struggles. Economic news also plays a major role in Hour 3, with analysis of the latest inflation report showing core inflation rising 0.2%, year over year inflation at 2.4%, and the economy described as stable or improving. The hosts contextualize these numbers against last year's inflation rates and recurring political discussions about economic strength under the current administration. A major segment features Senator Tommy Tuberville, who delves into the Save America Act, election integrity battles, the Senate filibuster debate, and the future of college athletics reform. Tuberville argues for executive action to rein in NIL chaos, transfer rules, and unionization efforts led by Sen. Chris Murphy. He also weighs in on Iran, oil prices, and the national security implications of rapid foreign policy decisions now overseen by the Trump administration. The hour concludes with cultural and demographic topics—most notably the mass migration of wealthy residents from West Coast blue states to Florida and Tennessee, highlighted by Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz moving to Miami and opening a new Nashville corporate hub. This trend is framed as evidence of policy failure in places like California and Washington. The hosts end on a lighter note with listener shout outs, pop culture banter about actresses like Neve Campbell and Denise Richards, and camaraderie with long time trucker listeners who tune in for all three hours daily.

 

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Hour 3 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show delivers a fast moving, deeply political hour centered on the Georgia 2026 battleground, evolving GOP internal dynamics, and breaking national and international developments. The hour opens with new quotes from President Donald Trump on the rapidly concluding Iran war, emphasizing his assertion that the conflict will end whenever he chooses and that Iran has &ldquo;practically nothing left to target.&rdquo; From international headlines, the discussion shifts to an extensive breakdown of Georgia&rsquo;s pivotal 2026 election cycle, now one of the most watched battlegrounds in the country. With Sen. John Ossoff up for reelection, hosts and guests examine the increasingly intense Republican primary landscape&mdash;highlighting a three way GOP tie between Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, and Derek Dooley, all of whom are jockeying for critical endorsements. Trump has not yet endorsed in the Senate race, while Gov. Brian Kemp, who is term limited and remains influential despite long standing friction with the Trump wing of the party, has endorsed Derek Dooley. The May 19th primary and runoff threshold rules mirror those in Texas and Kentucky, contributing to national attention. The hour digs into the political future of Marjorie Taylor Greene, whose North Georgia district has now selected Clay Fuller (Trump endorsed) as the GOP nominee to replace her. The segment explains Greene&rsquo;s dramatic fallout with the Trump administration after previously being one of its strongest allies, as well as internal White House polling suggesting she would lose a Senate race to Ossoff. This backdrop helps frame Georgia as a purple-state powder keg, with major implications for which party controls the U.S. Senate. Listeners also get an update on the Georgia governor&rsquo;s race, where Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is expected to be the rare candidate who could secure both Trump&rsquo;s and Kemp&rsquo;s endorsement. The conversation underscores how Trump&ndash;Kemp tensions continue to shape Republican politics despite both sides needing unity to flip, hold, or defend key seats in 2026. In one of the hour&rsquo;s most striking international human rights stories, the hosts highlight the Iranian women&rsquo;s national soccer team, which refused to sing the Iranian national anthem during competition in Australia. Several players sought asylum rather than return to Iran, underscoring the regime&rsquo;s repression and the stakes faced by women defying the government. This story is contrasted with U.S. athletes such as Megan Rapinoe, whom the hosts criticize for being outspoken domestically but silent on global women&rsquo;s rights struggles. Economic news also plays a major role in Hour 3, with analysis of the latest inflation report showing core inflation rising 0.2%, year over year inflation at 2.4%, and the economy described as stable or improving. The hosts contextualize these numbers against last year's inflation rates and recurring political discussions about economic strength under the current administration. A major segment features Senator Tommy Tuberville, who delves into the Save America Act, election integrity battles, the Senate filibuster debate, and the future of college athletics reform. Tuberville argues for executive action to rein in NIL chaos, transfer rules, and unionization efforts led by Sen. Chris Murphy. He also weighs in on Iran, oil prices, and the national security implications of rapid foreign policy decisions now overseen by the Trump administration. The hour concludes with cultural and demographic topics&mdash;most notably the mass migration of wealthy residents from West Coast blue states to Florida and Tennessee, highlighted by Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz moving to Miami and opening a new Nashville corporate hub. This trend is framed as evidence of policy failure in places like California and Washington. The hosts end on a lighter note with listener shout outs, pop culture banter about actresses like Neve Campbell and Denise Richards, and camaraderie with long time trucker listeners who tune in for all three hours daily.
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