Best Crash Media Group Podcasts (2025)

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Two of three major Australian political parties lose leaders 6:50

1h ago6:50

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The fallout from Labor's election landslide continues with two of the three major parties losing their leaders. The race is now on to replace the biggest casualty - Peter Dutton who led the Liberal National coalition to a historic defeat. Australia correspondent Peter Ryan spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Govt to remove Maori acknowledgment from ECE centres 3:38

1h ago3:38

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The government plans to remove the legal requirement for the early learning sector to acknowledge Maori as tangata whenua, support children's cultural confidence, and teach about Te Tiriti o Waitangi. In-Depth te ao Maori Journalist Ella Stewart reports.

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Evening business for 8 May 2025 4:43

1h ago4:43

4:43

News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Black Ferns have 4 test matches before World Cup kicks off 4:32

1h ago4:32

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The Black Ferns have four test matches before the Rugby World Cup kicks off later this year in England. The first test is against traditional rivals Australia on Saturday in the Pacific Four Series and coach Allan Bunting has handed a Test debut to Auckland teenager Braxton Sorensen-McGee. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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Pakistan's PM vows to 'avenge' deaths of 31 people killed 4:34

1h ago4:34

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Pakistan's Prime Minister has vowed to "avenge" the deaths of 31 people killed in missle strike by India's airforce, raising fears of a wider conflict between the two nuclear powers. India hit sites Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir with missiles on Wednesday, saying it was responding to an attack by Islamist militants that killed 25 Hindu…

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Why are there so many empty shops in Newmarket? 6:07

1h ago6:07

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Newmarket's Broadway precinct has in the past been a go to for shoppers. About five years ago it even got a brand new upmarket Westfield mall, but still had a mix of one off boutiques and stores including Karen Walker and Kate Sylvester, on the main strip and surrounding streets. Now there are multiple ghost shops on Broadway, displaying signage of…

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Support care worker on pay equity claim law change 7:47

2h ago7:47

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The government on Wednesday rushed through controversial law changes that raised the threshold for proving work, that's mainly been done by women has been historically undervalued when compared to male dominated jobs, that require similar skills. It means that more than 30 claims that were part way through the process must start over. Jo-Chanelle P…

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New sorting facility to supercharge NZ's postal service 3:57

2h ago3:57

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A massive new sorting facility aims to supercharge New Zealand's postal service and catch illegal drugs more often. Ministers and stakeholders toured the Auckland Processing Centre today, a warehouse the size of 5 rugby fields. Felix Walton was there.

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Wellington facing twice the amount of usual cryptosporidium 7:37

2h ago7:37

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A nasty gastro parasite is making its presence felt in the capital with twice the number cryptosporidium cases that would be normal around this time of the year. As of last Thursday, there were 81 confirmed cases reported in the Greater Wellington Region for the year, with the majority reported from mid-March. The bug can cause severe vomiting and …

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New Plymouth rough sleepers using council car park as hang out 4:21

2h ago4:21

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A group of rough sleepers in New Plymouth are backing a propsoal to allow them to use a council car park as a place to hang out. But they warn a police crackdown on their antics in the CBD will only push them out into residential neighbourhoods. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin spoke to the rough sleepers.…

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NZ Rugby records financial loss for third year in a row 3:45

2h ago3:45

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For a third consecutive year, NZ Rugby has recorded a financial loss. At its AGM on Thursday it was announced the game's governing body saw a nearly $20 million deficit for 2024. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

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83 year old and 21 year old aiming for Bridge world title 8:03

2h ago8:03

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Bridging the gap between two generations around the card table. 83 year old Jan Cormack has been representing New Zealand in Bridge since 1977. Card carrying prodigy Leon Meier is 21; together they'll take on the world at the bridge championships in Denmark later this year. Leon's been playing since he was just 16 after being taught by his calculus…

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Ford Hikes Prices On Imports From Mexico, Cites Tariffs 47:06

2h ago47:06

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Ford is hiking the sticker prices for the three US models it imports from Mexico by up to $2,000 each, just days after executives said they didn’t expect significant increases in industrywide car prices this year. The price increase was disclosed in a memo sent to Ford dealerships, first reported by Reuters but confirmed by Ford. Learn more about y…

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US pushing nations facing large tariffs to approve Starlink 6:05

2h ago6:05

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Is the twinkling train of lights we sometimes in the night sky a way to get out of Trump's trade tariffs? According to the Washington Post, the US is pushing some nations facing hefty tariffs to approve Elon Musk's Starlink. United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Newmarket businesses say area feels like a 'ghost-town' 3:59

3h ago3:59

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It's a tough time for business in one of Auckland's top shopping districts, with many empty shopfronts lining once-bustling streets. Newmarket businesses say high rent, a tight economy and changing shopping habits have all contributed to a difficult environment. They say the many empty buildings on Broadway and the surrounding streets aren't a good…

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JB Pritzker delivered an unabashedly progressive critique of Trumpism that even MAGA should embrace. 9:31

5h ago9:31

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JB Pritzker, the Democratic Governor of Illinois, gave an unabashedly progressive speech that MAGA and progressives should love. It channeled Bernie and AOC. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It:…

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MAGA called out- Your condition only changes when you realize it's class warfare and not the isms 5:01

5h ago5:01

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A smart caller's point is that MAGA's condition will change only when they realize it's class warfare and not their obsession with racism, other isms, and smoke and mirrors. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFn…

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Trump will garnish your tax returns, wages, and pension to collect your student loans next month. 6:59

5h ago6:59

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If you are behind on your student loan, your vote for Trump was likely a vote to get your wages, tax returns, and pension garnished. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP …

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Bumbling Treasury Secretary exposed. Even US citizens at risk for deportation. Trump needs DEI. 59:16

8h ago59:16

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Watch Congressman ridicule a bumbling Treasury Secretary unable to tell the truth about tariffs. The Great Leader's entire government, lacking DEI, is a triumph of the unqualified. US citizens will be deported. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make …

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Senate confirmation enables Social Security destruction. Congressman exposes Treasury Secretary. 58:00

15h ago58:00

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By Confirming Bisignano, Senate GOP Greenlights 'DOGE Destruction of Social Security.' Watch Congressman ridicule a bumbling Treasury Secretary unable to tell the truth about tariffs. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn…

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Ep. 1730 - What the Next Pope Means for You 49:12

15h ago49:12

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The conclave to elect the next pope begins, the FBI goes after the "764" network of child predators, and the "N word." Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/4biDlri Ep.1730 - - - DailyWire+: Join us at https://dailywire.com/subscribe and become a part of the rebellion against the ridiculous. Normal is back. And …

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Trump's Tense Meeting with Canada's Prime Minister Carney | Nate Bargatze, Lorraine Bracco | Tuesday, May 6 32:09

21h ago32:09

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump's plan to meet with major Hollywood studios to discuss his proposed tariffs on foreign films, before speaking with Nate Bargatze and Lorraine Bracco.

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4 Great Stocks That Nobody Talks About (LAD, JKHY, ROL, APH) 1:02:26

23h ago1:02:26

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On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we discuss four stocks that fly under the radar but have delivered market-beating returns for investors. We discuss: (03:13) Stock 1: A Hidden Gem in Automotive (21:34) Stock 2: The Backbone of Small Banks (33:53) Understanding Roll-Up Strategies and Their Effectiveness (39:39) Stock 3: Pest Control (47:37) Stoc…

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Britain secures trade deal with India after years of talks 5:30

1d ago5:30

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United Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about after years of talks, Britain securing a trade deal with India, a British bank saying AI is being used in a prevalent Whatsapp scam and how a swimmer who lost her sports watch while taking a dip off the coast of Wales, was shocked when it washed up 240 kilometres away.…

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NZ's largest tourism event underway in Rotorua 3:54

1d ago3:54

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The tourism industry is eager to welcome more visitors as a leader warns growth must have the blessing of Kiwis to be successful. The country's largest tourism business event, TRENZ, is underway in Rotorua with 1200 operators, travel buyers and leaders discussing business for the years ahead. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton is at TRENZ.…

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Evening business for 7 May 2025 2:46

1d ago2:46

2:46

News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Brooke Van Velden on pay equity bill changes 9:33

1d ago9:33

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A kick in the guts and a blatant shameful attack on women. That's how critics have described changes to pay equity legislation that have been rammed through parliament. The changes put an immediate stop to more than 30 claims that are currently underway - they'll have to start over. It's also now harder to meet the threshold for an equity claim. An…

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Man who held title of oldest living All Black has died 4:07

1d ago4:07

4:07

Bill McCaw, who played the first of his 32 matches in black in 1951, passed away yesterday at the age of 97. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Worst fighting in decades erupts between India and Pakistan 4:51

1d ago4:51

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India has attacked Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir with missile strikes, killing at least eight people. Pakistan called the attack a blatant act of war. Experts say a retaliatory attack in imminent, with reports of gunfire already along the Pakistan and India border. It all comes after weeks of tension after gun men attacked Hindu tourists in Indian…

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Convicted double murderer Mark Lundy released from prison 3:55

1d ago3:55

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Convicted double murderer Mark Lundy was on Wednesday released from prison, after being granted parole last month. The Parole Board also released the written decision outlining its reasons for releasing the 66-year-old. Lundy was twice found guilty of murdering his wife Christine and seven-year-old daughter Amber in their Palmerston North home in A…

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Govt overhaul of pay equity laws has final reading 3:40

1d ago3:40

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The government's radical overhaul of pay equity laws is having its final reading in Parliament, with opposition parties fuming that the controversial reforms are being rail-roaded through under urgency. Workplace Minister Brooke van Velden on Tuesday announced the government will raise the threshold for proving work has been historically undervalue…

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What's driving employment challenges in Hawkes Bay and Gisborne? 1:18

1d ago1:18

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The unemployment rate is sitting unchanged at 5.1 percent - despite warnings it might hit a near decade long high of 5.3 percent. The numbers also show some regions have seen an uptick in the number of people out of work - with Bay of Plenty, Taranaki, and Nelson, Marlborough and West Coast all seeing a rise in unemployment rates. But it's Gisborne…

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Performance enhancing drugs more common in checking clinics 4:00

1d ago4:00

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Steroids and other performance and image enhancing drugs are becoming more common in drug checking clinics. KnowYourStuff and the New Zealand Needle Exchange programme say the amount of people bringing in steroids and similar drugs has jumped in the past two years. Users are buying substances online through websites and on social media - and Netsaf…

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Watch Congressman ridicule a bumbling Treasury Secretary unable to tell the truth about tariffs. 9:09

1d ago9:09

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Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) exposed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as the Trump sycophant he is, refusing to acknowledge that Americans pay Trump's tariffs to pay for tax cuts for rich people.

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Whanganui trials citizens assembly deciding pools future 6:58

1d ago6:58

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Whanganui District Council is trialling a so called citizens assembly to help it decide the future of the city's public pools. Almost 400 people applied and 40 have been randomly selected, using demographic information to get a good cross section of residents. They'll be paid $500 to attend up to five meetings. Whanganui District Council chief exec…

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Shooter Grace Nweke ineligible for Silver Ferns 5:08

1d ago5:08

5:08

Netball's ANZ Premiership gets under way this weekend, but it's one of the game's absent stars that's still garnering the most attention in the build-up. Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke is plying her trade in Australia's competition this season, making her ineligible for the black dress. But some of her international teammates would like to see a …

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India launches military operation against Pakistan 5:10

1d ago5:10

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Earlier on Wednesday, India launched air strikes on Pakistan and Pakistan administered Kashmir. The targets are the deepest India has hit inside the country since the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war. At least eight people, including two children have been reportedly killed. While Pakistan security sources say five Indian fighter jets have been shot down. As…

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Some domestic violence calls to police going unanswered - agency 3:53

1d ago3:53

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A family violence support agency said police are undoing decades of hard work by not attending some domestic violence callouts that are considered mental-health related. Last year, police announced a phased approach to pulling back on mental-health related callouts, while still attending high risk incidents, in a bid to save their time and resource…

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Trump On Trade Deals: ”We Don’t Have To Sign Deals” 47:20

1d ago47:20

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Two top Trump officials are scheduled to meet later this week with Chinese representatives on trade and economic matters, their agencies announced , a nascent sign of a thaw in the trade war sparked by President Donald Trump’s massive tariffs. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will both travel to Geneva, Sw…

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Residents planning to fight ban on off-lead dogs at park 6:39

1d ago6:39

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A decision to ban off lead dogs from a popular Auckland park has some residents gearing up for a fight. Auckland Council's currently reviewing dog rules at dozens of local and regional parks and beaches. The popular suburban Monte Cecilia park is one of them, at the moment pooches can roam free in designated areas. Almost 90 percent of submissions …

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Journalist calls out Democrats' failure. House Dems launch Medicare & SNAP fight. Burkina Faso. 55:19

1d ago55:19

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This Journalist, Norman Solomon, exposes how establishment Democrats are blowing the fight against a fascist Trump. House Dems fighting against Medicaid evisceration. Colonial powers are attempting to overthrow Burkina Faso's President. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://am…

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3.5% and the Hopeful Math for Saving Democracy. Trump Social Security cuts will burden millions. 58:00

1d ago58:00

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The movement to defend democracy is pulsing with vitality. We are not helpless. We need 3.5%. When people can't get their benefits for any reason, that is a benefit cut. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It…

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The Bitcoin Group #453 - Banks Accept Bitcoin - Privacy Problems - Double Down - Aliens 1:17:18

1d ago1:17:18

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itcoin invented by Aliens? — I want to believe FEATURING: Dan Eve (https://twitter.com/cryptopoly) Thomas Hunt (https://twitter.com/MadBitcoins) THIS WEEK: CitiBank, one of the largest US banks, will soon allow its customers to invest in "bitcoin and various cryptocurrencies" directly from their bank accounts, per WSJ https://twitter.com/cryptobeas…

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Journalists exposes how establishment Democrats are blowing fight against a fascist Trump 22:44

1d ago22:44

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This Journalist, Norman Solomon, exposes how establishment Democrats are blowing the fight against a fascist Trump. House Dems fighting against Medicaid evisceration. Colonial powers are attempting to overthrow Burkina Faso's President. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletter Purchase our Books: As I See It: https://am…

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Ep. 1729 - Make Alcatraz Great Again 46:36

1d ago46:36

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CNN sympathizes with the cartels, President Trump plans to reopen Alcatraz, and Ilhan Omar says Americans should fear white men. Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://bit.ly/4biDlri Ep.1729 - - - DailyWire+: Our friend and colleague Andrew Klavan has a brand-new book out, and it’s a must-read. Get your copy today at ht…

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Trump Posts Blasphemous AI Image of Himself as the Pope | David Spade, Kristin Cavallari | Monday, May 5 24:01

2d ago24:01

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump saying he doesn't know if he has to uphold the constitution during a Meet the Press interview, before speaking with David Spade and Kristin Cavallari.

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Trump's Trade War Hits Hollywood 1:30:26

2d ago1:30:26

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Donald Trump turns his attention westward, announcing new tariffs on any and all movies "produced in foreign lands" and pledging to reopen Alcatraz. In a long Meet the Press interview, the president admits that a recession would be "okay," defers to his lawyers when asked about his duty to uphold the Constitution, and doubles down on his message th…

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Liberal Party suffers worst election defeat in 80 years 8:14

2d ago8:14

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Recriminations are under way about how the conservative opposition led by the Liberal Party suffered a humiliating election defeat at the weekend, the worst in 80 years.The soul searching comes as victorious Labor Prime Minister Anthony Albanese basks in his landslide win, after earlier bets that he'd be unlikely to form a majority government. Aust…

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