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Duane's WorldSpecial Elections and the Senate Shutdown StandoffDemocrats cave on shutdown after Election Day—was the timing deliberate? Duane Patterson and Jim Talent analyze Virginia and New Jersey results, reveal over a dozen Senate Dems now negotiating to reopen government, and discuss the conservative movement's Tucker Carlson problem. Government could have reopened last Friday.Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldThe Long-Awaited Music EpisodeIn this special edition of Duane's World, we're taking a break from the news and jumping into some tunes. Lileks and I have been wanting to do this for a while and we're probably going to do it again sometime soon. Enjoy! Watch this episode here.
2025-06-2055 min
Duane's WorldDemocrats, Don't Change A Thing. You're Doing Great.Democrats have a branding problem right now. Republicans are capturing voter sentiment on major issues while getting things done at The White House and in Congress. Former Senator Jim Talent and I discuss the wilderness that Democrats have found themselves in and if there is a way out. Also, we review the Golden Dome initiative, its implications for national security, and the reactions from global powers like China and Russia.Watch this episode here.
2025-05-2859 min
Duane's WorldOne Big Beautiful Bill and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekHouse Republicans did their job. Bravo, Speaker Johnson. The bill now makes its way to the Senate and hopefully to President Trump's desk by July 4th. And as always, James Lileks joins us to review The 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week. Check out his Substack here.Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldThe Abnormally Abnormal PresidencyJim Talent and I review what should be the beginning of the scandal of the century. Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldDems in Disarray and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekDemocrats don't know how to handle President Trump's wins. And they keep coming.And as always, Lileks in the house for The 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week. Don't forget to check out his Substack.Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldThe Trump Effect in the Middle EastPresident Trump began his three-day trip to the Middle East in Riyadh where he secured a massive $600 billion investment deal with Saudi Arabia and other partners in the region. Jim Talent joins me to discuss this and more.Watch this episode here.
2025-05-1459 min
Duane's WorldAn American Pope and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekPope Leo XIV is the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church and the first American-born pontiff. More importantly, is he a Cubs fan or a White Sox fan?And Lileks comes along as usual to help me sift through the dumbest things said this week.Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldNavigating Global TensionsTwo nuclear powers are feuding. Israel plans to occupy Gaza. Houthis continue to fire rockets. Is a U.S.-led deal with Iran even possible? Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldLegacy Media and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekIt was a good week for bad takes in the media. Lileks joins us as he does most Fridays to review the dumbest takes of the week.Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldSo You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance?Steve Hilton has announced his bid for the 2026 California Gubernatorial race. To discuss this, I brought on Jon Fleischman of the Flash Report, a site dedicated to California's most significant political news. Hot-Air column here.Watch this episode here.
2025-04-2556 min
Duane's WorldThe Future Belongs to Those Who Show UpLots to talk about this week. My personal poli-sci professor, former Missouri Senator Jim Talent joins me as he does on most Tuesdays to discuss the news. Watch this episode here.
2025-04-231h 00
Duane's WorldHoly Week at The White House and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekWatch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldThe Ivy League vs The White HouseHarvard has stood up to The White House and risks a federal funding freeze. How long could they last? Former Missouri Senator Jim Talent joins me to discuss this, El Salvador, the reconciliation bill, and much more.Watch this episode here.
2025-04-161h 01
Duane's WorldThe Long Game on Policy and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekA stunning amount of tariff experts were minted in the last couple of weeks. Ignore them. Let the President make deals.And Lileks is back for The 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week. Watch this episode here.
2025-04-1156 min
Duane's WorldDifficult but Necessary: Decoupling from China, Becoming Energy Independent, and Fixing Trade DeficitsIt's been a rough week for the markets after President Trump's new tariff policy went into effect. Is it all an overreaction? Jim Talent joined me to discuss.Watch this episode here.
2025-04-0956 min
Duane's WorldTariff Talk and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekPresident Trump introduced a swath of reciprocal tariffs this week. What does it mean for American consumers? Also, the 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week is back as is our good friend Lileks to discuss.Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldIran in a corner, Rebuilding trust in Public Health, and Cory Booker's marathon filibusterWatch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldGeopolitical Tensions, Opening Day, and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekThe U.S. stages bombers and other assets at Diego Garcia, the Chicago White Sox are terrorists, and Lileks is in the house for The 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week. Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldDemocrats Pounce on Signal Chat Blunder, Houthis FAFO, U.S. Education Reform in FocusWatch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldThe Luddite Perspective on Modern Convenience and 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekWatch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldU.S. Strikes Target Houthis, War Resumes in Gaza, Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal in ProgressPresident Trump ramps up the pressure on Iran and its proxies. The ceasefire in Gaza ends. Ukraine & Russia inch closer to a U.S.-brokered peace deal.Watch this episode here.
2025-03-191h 00
Duane's WorldThe Shutdown Showdown and 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekThe House-passed funding bill faces an uncertain fate in the Senate where a 60-vote threshold must be met to achieve Cloture prior to the final simple majority vote that Republicans would win. Will the Democrats shut the government down? Plus, the 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week with Lileks! Check out his work here.Want to watch this episode? Click here.
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Duane's WorldGovernment Shutdown Averted, Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire, USMCA 2.0, and The China ThreatThe House votes to keep the government open. Ukraine signals an end to the war during peace talks in Riyadh. Canada plays bully on tariffs and blinks. President Trump addresses the trade war with China. Watch this episode here.
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Duane's WorldTrump's Cabinet, NATO spending, SpaceX, and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week with LileksWant to watch this episode? Click here.President Trump questions whether NATO allies will pay up. Elon's SpaceX runs into some trouble. James Lileks joins me for the Top 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week.
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Duane's WorldPresident Trump's Address at The Joint Session of CongressWant to watch this episode? Click herePresident Trump addresses the joint session of Congress.
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Duane's WorldThe Epstein Files and The 10 Dumbest Things Said This WeekWant to watch this episode? Click here.Well, the Epstein files are finally here, kind of. Plus, the 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week with Lileks.
2025-02-281h 01
Duane's WorldOne Big Beautiful BillWant to watch this episode? Click here.House Republicans eked out a 217-216 vote on the budget resolution last night, with Rep. Massie (R-KY) being the lone holdout from the majority. Jim Talent, chairman of Reagan Institute's National Leadership Council, joined me to react to the vote as it happened.
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Duane's WorldTaking a Saw To Wasteful Spending and The Top 10 Dumb Things Said This WeekWant to watch this episode? Click here.The hostage situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate. Kash Patel gets confirmed as FBI Director. A crazy chainsaw-wielding government employee visits CPAC. Plus, the Top 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week with Lileks.Thanks as always to our sponsor Best Hot Grills.
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Duane's WorldShuttle Diplomacy and Making Europe Great AgainWant to watch this episode? Click here.As EU bureaucrats continue to reel from Vice President Vance's speech last week, the adults in the room are brokering a deal to bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end. President Trump has his envoys laying the groundwork for peace through a series of meetings that are reminiscent of Henry Kissinger's "shuttle diplomacy" in the Middle East during the 1970s. Former Missouri Senator Jim Talent, my regular guest and personal PoliSci professor, joins me to discuss that and much more.Thanks as always to the good folks over at...
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Duane's WorldEnergy In The Executive and The Top 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week (feat. Lileks)Want to watch this episode? Click here.Alexander Hamilton once wrote that energy in the executive was "the leading character in the definition of good government." Well, I don't think anyone can credibly accuse this administration of lacking energy. Thanks as always to our sponsor, Best Hot Grills.
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Duane's WorldHow Strong American Leadership Influences the International OrderIn a matter of weeks, President Trump has managed to reset the board and project real leadership as the new status quo. The only complaint my good friend and former Missouri Senator Jim Talent has is that perhaps this administration is moving so quickly that regular Americans aren't aware of all the winning.Want to watch this episode for free? Click here.The full VIDEO edition of Duane's World is coming to our website very soon. Our new members area will include an audio and video archive of every episode, ad-free, for those who wish...
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Duane's WorldAmerica First Foreign Policy In ActionPresident Trump meets with Bibi Netanyahu in The White House and Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Latin America.
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Duane's WorldThe DC Air Collision & Top 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week (feat. James Lileks)Tragedy struck in our nation's capital this week when a military helicopter collided with an American Airlines commercial airliner that was making its final approach to land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. We pray for all the souls lost in this incident and for the first responders who began the recovery effort yesterday.To lighten things up a bit, I bring in James Lileks to help me work through the Top 10 Dumbest Things Said This Week, a schtick we used to do together in various forms over the years during my Aftershow on the Hughniverse until...
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Duane's WorldThis Time, The Adults Really Are Back In ChargePresident Trump wasted no time issuing a flurry of EOs during his first 24 hours in office. His Cabinet is rapidly assembling as confirmations work their way from committees to votes and the Resistance Media just doesn't know what to do with themselves. For that, I preview my Top 10 dumbest things said this week.
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Duane's WorldWelcome to The Golden Age of AmericaIt's morning in America again, and Donald J. Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.
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Duane's WorldBatters Up: Bondi, Bessent, Burgum, and RubioA few days ago we covered Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing, but he wasn't the only Trump pick going through the gauntlet this week. Pam Bondi, Scott Bessent, Gov. Burgum, and Senator Rubio were in the hot seat taking questions as well.Next week, we officially welcome the return of President Donald J. Trump to The White House. We'll see you then.
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Duane's WorldThe Hegseth Confirmation HearingAll eyes were on Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing yesterday. Former Senator Jim Talent and I work our way through the tape and provide the analysis you may not have heard in regime media as they would love nothing more than to tank this nomination.
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Duane's WorldNavigating Goals, Resolutions, and Parenting Challenges in 2025 (feat. Dr. David Rice)Dr. David Rice is back to discuss how best to tackle goals in the new year, navigating parenting challenges in a post-COVID world, and the importance of instilling resilience in children.
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Duane's WorldReflecting on President Carter's Legacy and Previewing 2025The final episode of 2024 is here and we've got former Senator Jim Talent back on the show to discuss the passing of former President Jimmy Carter and to preview what Republicans hope to achieve in 2025.
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Duane's WorldMaking Sense of The Funding Battle & Impending ShutdownEnd of the year drama in Congress is putting the C.R. in crazy. I bring you the latest after the Trump-backed continuing resolution failed and what comes next.
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Duane's WorldThe Trump Effect Is in Full SwingMy personal poli-sci professor, former Missouri Senator Jim Talent is back in the saddle to discuss The Trump Effect with me and wrap up what has been a wild 2024. Thanks as always to our sponsor, Best Hot Grill. Check out all of their amazing products and don't forget to tell them that Duane sent you.
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Duane's WorldEnding the Two-Tiered Justice System (feat. Col. Kurt Schlichter)The first-ever guest on Duane's World is back to talk pardons current and forthcoming, the unjust treatment of J6ers while feds were in the mix, the news about Harmeet Dhillon's appointment to DOJ, and much more.
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Duane's WorldThis Is When Democrats Get FunWe have a lot to be thankful for this week, including the endless stream of silly reactions from the Left about anything related to President-elect Trump's transition. Oh, and California is still counting votes, by the way.
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Duane's WorldThe Trump Transition and Trans Issues in the New CongressPresident-elect Donald Trump continues the nomination spree and Rep. Nancy Mace draws a line in the sand on Capitol Hill.
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Duane's WorldPresident-elect Trump Selects His CabinetAfter his sweeping victory last week, president-elect Trump wasted no time in announcing the first slate of picks for cabinet positions in his White House.
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Duane's WorldIt’s Time To Take Out The TrashKamala's campaign struggled to project and promote her closing message, no thanks in part to President Biden's "garbage" comment and Mark Cuban's misogyny. Meanwhile, Trump seizes the moment and is closing strong. I bring you the latest data and polling as we wind down Campaign 2024.
2024-11-0159 min
Duane's WorldSix Days To GoWe are in the final stretch before Decision 2024. Jim Talent joins me to discuss the big day coming up and review the Senate map.
2024-10-3058 min
Duane's WorldIsrael Strikes Iran, Trump's Rogan Appearance Upstages Harris's Beyoncé-Backed Campaign StuntEmergency pod for the weekend as some big events took place in the last 24 hours.
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Duane's WorldPounce Pending as Kamala Seizes UpAt what point will Republicans be accused of "pouncing" on Kamala's apparent inability to close the deal? It feels like Trump is beginning to surge, but let's not rely on vibes when we have data. I bring you the latest on polling and early voting – plus, the Clintons revisit familiar behavior.
2024-10-2558 min
Duane's WorldThe Art of The Meal, Pentagon Leaks Israel's Plans, New Polling DataKamala's campaign of Joy could use a Happy Meal right about now. I talked with my personal political science professor and regular guest Jim Talent about McDonald Trump's "political stunt" over the weekend. Plus, foreign policy talk and the latest polling data as we head into the final stretch of this election.
2024-10-231h 00
Duane's WorldWould a Trump Win Cause a Mental Health Crisis?This election, as with every election ever, is the most important election of our lifetime. There are two very different visions for the country in these candidates. Can we handle the outcome? I spoke with psychologist David Rice about the current political climate, the mental health implications of election outcomes, and the impact of societal discourse on children.
2024-10-1859 min
Duane's WorldRuthless Stories, Modern Polling, and the Authenticity Factor in PoliticsSpecial guest and longtime friend John Ashbrook, co-host of Ruthless Podcast, joins the progrum today to discuss the state of the race and trade fishing stories. Plus, Donald Trump at the Bloomberg economic event.
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Duane's WorldMrs. Wilson SpeaksSome news as I wrap up my week in DC, plus a special focus group of one.
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Duane's WorldVance vs WalzHere's my full reaction to the vice presidential debate on CBS last night.
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Duane's WorldKamala Debuts Her Brilliant Economic PlanAfter a soft and substance-free interview with Stephanie Ruhle the other day, Vice President and one-time border czar Kamala Harris debuted her economic platform in Pittsburgh.
2024-09-2759 min
Duane's WorldSix Weeks To GoWe're six weeks out from the election and the race is at a virtual tie. One campaign is on offense and one campaign is on defense. Can you guess which one?Thanks to our sponsor, Best Hot Grill. The best grills and heating products, all proudly made in the USA. Check them out, and tell them Duane sent you.
2024-09-251h 00
Duane's WorldThe Working Class Vote, Operation Grim Beeper, and Hillary's ReturnRank and file union workers have voted largely Democrat for decades, until now. Is Kamala that bad of a candidate, or is Donald Trump's brand of Republican populism working? Also, more polling data, an update on Operation Grim Beeper, checking in on Hillary, and a message from Gavin Newsom.Thanks to our sponsor, Best Hot Grill. The best grills and heating products, all proudly made in the USA. Check them out, and tell them Duane sent you.
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Duane's WorldZooming In on the DebateInitial reactions in the media to Tuesday's debate had Kamala as the clear winner, but what did she say that appealed to the undecided voters in swing states?
2024-09-131h 00
Duane's WorldThe ABC Presidential DebateHere's my reaction to last night's presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
2024-09-1159 min
Duane's WorldNature Abhors a Vacuum, Including the Kamala Harris CampaignWe're just under 60 days until the election and only one candidate is out there flooding the zone.
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Duane's WorldThe Minimum Skills Necessary To Be PresidentBeing the leader of the free world is a difficult job.
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Duane's WorldDana Bash Gets The InterviewHere's my reaction to Dana Bash's interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz that aired last night.
2024-08-3058 min
Duane's WorldThe Elusive InterviewAs a former presidential candidate, VP Harris held strong views on key progressive issues in 2020 when she received no votes and won no primaries. Why is she flip-flopping on some of them now?
2024-08-2858 min
Duane's WorldThe ‘Silly Season’ of PoliticsThings are gonna get a little silly while we wait for real post-convention polling to come out and while both campaigns prepare for the upcoming debates.Thanks to our sponsor, Best Hot Grill. The best grills and heating products, all proudly made in the USA. Check them out, and tell them Duane sent you.
2024-08-2357 min
Duane's WorldJoe Biden and the Obamas at the DNCDemocrats have taken over Chicago for the week and will formally nominate Harris and Walz at their convention. Former U.S. Senator Jim Talent and I are watching so you don't have to.
2024-08-2156 min
Duane's WorldThe Air CampaignOur Vice President may be a little airheaded, but the American people aren't. The Harris-Walz campaign is set to announce key policy positions as part of their platform rollout. One of these items is an effort to centralize the economy to combat "price-gouging" by "big" corporations. Pro-tip, Kamala: When your opponent calls you 'Communist,' maybe don't propose price controls?
2024-08-1656 min
Duane's WorldThe Enthusiasm GapRegime media may be giving Kamala a pass during this honeymoon phase of coverage, but there's no running from her record or her current role in the Biden admin.
2024-08-1457 min
Duane's WorldCompetence & Authenticity: A Tale of Two CampaignsJoe wakes up to greet the Texas Rangers at the White House. Kamala takes 2 minutes of questions in 18 days. Trump does a full, unscripted presser. Walz fights stolen valor accusations. J.D. Vance previews his future ride (Air Force 2).
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Duane's WorldWall To Walz: Covering Kamala's VP PickKamala Harris has tapped Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Let's open the vault and review some of his positions and statements. Nothing crazy, right?
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Duane's WorldThe Veep's VeepstakesAs war looms in the Middle East, American media are laser-focused on the Kamala glow-up campaign and her soon-to-be-announced VP pick. Joe Biden woke up for a short while to deliver remarks on a prisoner swap with Russia.
2024-08-0256 min
Duane's WorldWar is ComingIn this edition of Duane's World, I talk with former U.S. Senator Jim Talent about the escalating conflict in the Middle East as Israel eliminated one of Hamas' top leaders last night in Tehran. Plus, Kamala's Veepstakes are narrowing down to a final shortlist. Who will she choose as her running mate?
2024-07-3157 min
Duane's WorldLet The Gaslighting BeginWhen Vice President, Border Czar, and soon-to-be Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris isn't snubbing a primetime congressional address from one of our cherished allies, she may be seen at a sorority fundraiser or on RuPaul's Drag Show warning the LGBTQ community of their "rights and freedoms being attacked." This week, regime media got the memo that Republicans are the ones lying about her designation as the point person for the border. It's a good thing there were no reports from the media labeling her as Border Cz– Oh, wait.
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Duane's WorldThe Staggering Incompetence of DHS and Secret Service LeadershipIn this episode, Jim Talent and I cover the fallout from the botched assassination attempt on President Trump.
2024-07-1759 min
Duane's WorldThe Last 48 HoursEmergency pod today. We have to talk about the attempt on President Trump's life at a rally in Butler, PA over the weekend that left one rallygoer dead and 2 critically injured. I've got clips of the ensuing media coverage and White House reaction. This afternoon, Trump named Senator J.D. Vance his Vice Presidential pick and secured the nomination at the RNC Convention.
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Duane's WorldOh NoWhere do we go from here? Clearly, the President is not well but does not intend to leave the White House. Do the Dems have it within them to force him out?
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Duane's WorldAre Democrat Governors Still Ridin' with Biden?It has been quite the week for former President Trump, notching some key political wins in the days after last week's debate. Can Biden overcome his disastrous debate performance and finish this race?
2024-07-0558 min
Duane's WorldDemocrats Have A Choice To MakeFormer Senator Jim Talent joined me to discuss the fallout from last week's debate, plus some news.
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Duane's WorldThe Presidential Debate Post-MortemHere's an extra episode covering the reactions to Biden's disastrous debate performance the other night. Thanks to all of you listening for helping make this a successful launch week for Duane's World.We'll see you next Wednesday and Friday!
2024-06-2955 min
Duane's WorldTalking with Kurt SchlichterKurt Schlichter joined me before last night's debate for a fun conversation. Tune in tomorrow morning, Saturday, June 29th, for a special post-debate edition of Duane's World. New episodes every Wednesday and Friday morning.
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