Best Lead Moderator Podcasts (2026)

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Filtered: Troops-in-Cities Blocked, Viral Minnesota Claims, Epstein Files Delay, Jan. 6 Bombs, Driving Safety 38:38

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TJ Walker recaps the most-discussed stories from the week and what they reveal about power, media incentives, and public trust: court pushback on federal city deployments, the Minnesota viral-video controversy and its real-world consequences, a Reuters update on the DOJ’s Epstein document review timeline, a January 6 pipe-bomb development that punc…

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Filtered: Maduro Seized Claim, No-Shoes Offices, Peptide Gray Market, BYD vs Tesla, Saks Crisis 45:41

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TJ Walker analyzes today’s top stories: the White House claim of capturing Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, the rise of no-shoes office policies, Silicon Valley’s gray-market peptide injections, BYD overtaking Tesla in 2025 EV sales, and Saks Global’s debt-driven turmoil. Plus, a practical Q and A on clarity, projection, and why microphones are for the …

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Filtered: Mamdani’s Inaugural Speech: Unity, Branding, and the “Collectivism” Line 1:03:50

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In this special Filtered with TJ Walker episode, TJ Walker analyzes Zohran Mamdani’s inaugural address as NYC mayor, how he uses pacing, eye-line, and unity language to sound steady and inclusive, while still signaling an ideological identity. TJ highlights key moments,s including “If you are a New Yorker, I am your mayor,” the promise to “govern e…

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Filtered: Why Resolutions Fail, Podcast Driving Distraction, and Viral-Outrage Government 59:31

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On the January 1, 2026 episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ explains why New Year’s resolutions collapse, and why “discipline” is the wrong frame. TJ argues that bad habits come with billion-dollar marketing support, while your goals need systems: tiny daily actions, scheduling, and repeatable routines. TJ then lays out seven spheres of personal …

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Filtered: Vegas Tourism Drops, Bourbon Glut, ACA Warning, Epstein Files, SNAP Soda Ban 54:02

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TJ Walker’s end-of-year episode connects five big themes: weakening discretionary spending signals, a cultural shift away from nature, health-care politics that can explode at the kitchen-table level, the realities of document releases in high-profile cases, and a new wave of SNAP restrictions targeting soda and candy in multiple states. Practical,…

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Filtered: Media Layoffs, AI Deepfakes, Data Centers, Post-Trump GOP, Jan 6 Bombs 57:33

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TJ Walker analyzes the day’s biggest themes in politics, media, and technology: the 2025 media job collapse, AI deepfakes targeting public figures, backlash against data centers, the early post-Trump Republican succession conversation, and an update tied to the January 6 Capitol bombs narrative. Practical takeaway: slow down, verify, and learn how …

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Media Training: Get Quoted, Look Confident, Build Leads 57:51

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TJ Walker pulls a “vault” lesson that proves a powerful point: you do not need perfect production to create lasting impact. TJ explains how to craft three short message points, deliver memorable sound bites, and handle questions without repeating negative framing. You’ll also get practical on-camera tips for posture, eye contact, facial expression,…

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Bankruptcies Surge, Even Without a Recession 51:11

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Filtered: California Billionaire Wealth Tax, Shaq’s Mansion Loss, TikTok Deal Smell Test 47:13

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Today on Filtered with TJ Walker: California’s proposed one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires, why it may sound fair in theory but fail in practice, and how it can reshape political incentives. Then, Shaquille O’Neal’s 76,000-square-foot mansion sale at a major loss, and the wider lesson about real estate hype, unused space, and buying for life in…

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What should America's priorities be in the new year? 23:08

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.39 As we enter the new calendar year 2026, it is important to think about our priorities as a nation. In this episode, share my thoughts about what I believe America's priorities should be going forward. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public pol…

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Filtered: Nigeria Strikes, Brown Disinfo, TikTok Livestream Death, Christmas Politics, Kennedy Center Fallout 43:36

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TJ Walker analyzes five headline stories: the U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Nigeria and the selective framing around victims; the Brown University shooting and the role powerful figures play in accelerating misinformation; a TikTok livestream driving incident that allegedly killed a pedestrian and the broader distracted-driving crisis; official gove…

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Are the federal student loan borrowers facing wage garnishment? 15:40

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.38 Federal student loans are back in the news cycle. People are talking about federal student loans, because it has been reported that the Trump administration is taking action to address the problem of loan delinquency. Many people are asking: Are the federal student loan borrowe…

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Why is Bernie Sanders going to lead Zohran Mamdani's public swearing-in ceremony? 17:25

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.37 Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will soon be sworn in as the new Mayor of New York City. Reportedly, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont is going to lead Mamdani's public swearing-in ceremony. But why would Bernie Sanders lead the swearing-in when he is not from New York. What is…

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Will the Democrats continue to craft legislation to oppose immigration enforcement? 23:12

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.36 Looking at a few different states, it appears that the Democrats are engaged in a coordinated effort to craft legislation to create barriers for the federal agents who are responsible for immigration enforcement actions. In this episode, I talk about this issue, discuss example…

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Filtered: Christmas Tree Wars, CBS News Takedowns, Epstein Files 40:24

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On this Christmas Day episode, TJ Walker examines the incentives behind the stories, who benefits, who gets silenced, and why the framing matters. Topics include: the “real vs. artificial” Christmas tree fight and a major Home Depot ad campaign; the death of legendary park ranger Betty Reid Soskin at 104 and what purpose does for longevity; the CBS…

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Filtered: Waymo Blackout Stalls, Epstein Files Drip, and the Conservative Case Against Trump 38:19

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Waymo robotaxis stall during a San Francisco power outage, sparking questions about disaster readiness and public policy. TJ then breaks down why James Cameron’s reaction to an old Amy Poehler joke is a classic celebrity PR mistake. Next: new Epstein file material, what appears credible, what appears forged, and how political actors weaponize selec…

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Filtered: Wegovy Goes Pill, YouTube Beats Netflix, and Trump Halts Offshore Wind 44:16

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On today’s Filtered with TJ Walker: Wegovy’s move toward a pill form and why that could reshape health behavior and consumer culture. Then, YouTube’s dominance on TV screens, especially daytime, signals a deeper collapse of legacy media gatekeeping. We also reflect on May Britt’s legacy through her marriage to Sammy Davis Jr. and what modern backla…

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Filtered: Best Places to Retire (NYC Shock), Jim Beam Pauses Distilling, “Moderation” Debate, JD Vance Identity Fight, 60 Minutes Drama 59:48

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In this episode of Filtered, TJ Walker examines the hidden incentives behind retirement rankings, why a surprising city shows up high, and what the metrics miss. Then: Jim Beam pauses distilling, and what that can reveal about demand cycles and consumer sentiment. We also break down the fight inside alcohol research over whether “moderation” messag…

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Instagram Updates: Early Access Reels, Personalized Algorithms, Edits App, and More 21:55

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We explore the latest Instagram updates with Jerry Potter featuring Chelsea Peitz on the Social Media Marketing Talk Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Filtered: Trump’s “92%” Claims, U.S. Tourism Slide, Jake Paul KO, NCAA Nonprofit Debate, Epstein Files 48:52

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Tourism to the United States is slipping in 2025, and the show explains what that can mean economically and politically. Then, a breakdown of a pattern highlighted in The Atlantic: President Trump’s recurring use of “92%” as a persuasive statistic. The episode also covers Jake Paul’s loss to Anthony Joshua and the larger concept of “authority bias,…

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Shapiro’s “Truth” Challenge, Stefanik Exit, Romney’s Tax Pitch, and the “Trump Kennedy Center” 50:34

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TJ Walker analyzes Ben Shapiro’s Turning Point USA speech on “truth” and misinformation, then turns to Elise Stefanik’s decision to exit the New York governor race and the strategic context around Trump-world politics. TJ also reacts to Mitt Romney’s “Tax the Rich, Like Me” argument, including the Social Security taxable earnings cap and tax-policy…

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Can the GOP win the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan? 23:25

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.35 There is a very important United States Senate race in Michigan. Democrat U.S. Senator Gary Peters is not seeking re-election, which means that there is an open Senate seat in Michigan. This is an opportunity for the Republicans to win a Senate seat to expand the majority in Wa…

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RECLAIM GEORGIA: Defeat Jon Ossoff in the 2026 U.S. Senate race 23:37

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.34 A very important United States Senate election is coming up in 2026. It is the Senate race in Georgia. Democrat Senator Jon Ossoff is up for re-election. It is essential for the Republicans to defeat Ossoff in the 2026 midterm election to reclaim the Senate seat. ABOUT: Tawsif …

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THE BRAVE IMMORTAL SOUL: Sharif Osman Hadi 21:40

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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.12 E.33 Sharif Osman Hadi has been assassinated. His death has shocked an entire nation, and people all over the world. Sharif Osman Hadi, through his death, has become immortal. In this episode, I talk about this brave leader, who is now a martyr ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally pub…

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Filtered: Oscars to YouTube, AOC vs Vance Poll, Coldplay Kiss Cam Fallout 47:23

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TJ Walker breaks down five fast-moving stories: the Oscars moving to YouTube in 2029 and what it says about fading media gatekeepers, a Mamdani staff resignation over resurfaced posts, early 2028 speculation sparked by an AOC vs J.D. Vance poll, the Coldplay “kiss cam” controversy through a workplace and public-harassment lens, and Pete Hegseth’s p…

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Filtered | Trump’s Address to the Nation: Fact-Check, Rhetoric, and What It Mean 54:26

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President Donald Trump delivered an “Address to the Nation,” and in this special episode of Filtered, TJ Walker breaks it down line-by-line, separating claims from verifiable reality and analyzing the communication strategy behind the speech. You’ll hear focused commentary on: inflation and prices, the border and crime claims, culture-war framing, …

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Archive 81 Presents... The Truth 32:52

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Today, we're excited to share an episode from one of our favorite podcasts, The Truth. The Truth is the critically-acclaimed fiction podcast that makes "movies for your ears." Known for cinematic sound design and naturalistic performances, the show tells emotionally rich, surprising stories that range from funny and surreal to dark and devastating.…

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Filtered: Venezuela Blockade Questions, Stern’s Sirius Deal, Wiles Leaks, Reiner Post Backlash 38:05

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TJ Walker breaks down five major segments: Trump’s announced “blockade” of Venezuelan oil tankers, Howard Stern’s new SiriusXM deal and leverage, Susie Wiles’ unusually candid interviews, backlash to Trump’s Rob Reiner comments plus Nick Fuentes clip reaction, and the Question of the Day on what hooks an audience instantly. #Filtered #TJWalker #New…

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Chile’s Hard-Right Shift, Reiner Homicide Shock, Harris 2028 Signals, Rivers Returns at 44 45:55

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker: Chile elects José Antonio Kast, intensifying debates on immigration and authoritarian politics. LAPD arrests Nick Reiner in connection with the deaths of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, followed by sharp political reaction and public criticism. Kamala Harris signals she may keep a 2028 run viable; t…

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Filtered: News Betting, Doorbell Evidence, Melanoma Risk, Threats Surge, Plus Confidence Building 34:29

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CNN and CNBC are integrating prediction-market odds into news coverage through Kalshi — what does that do to journalism and audience behavior? Then: a DoorDash delivery alleged tampering case caught on a doorbell camera and a larger discussion of surveillance as deterrence. Next: the latest tanning bed research showing a much higher melanoma risk a…

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Facebook Updates: Content Protections, Groups Changes, Ads, and More 18:16

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We explore the latest Facebook updates with Social Media Examiner featuring Jerry Potter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Filtered: ISIS Ambush in Syria, Brown Shooting, NRA Cash Crunch, Doug Jones Alabama Bid 48:12

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Three Americans are killed in an ISIS-linked attack in Syria, prompting renewed scrutiny of U.S. presence and retaliation talk. A shooting at Brown University leaves two dead and eight critically injured, fueling a wider debate about guns in America. We also look at the NRA’s shrinking finances and insider culture, and Doug Jones’ bid for Alabama g…

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Filtered: Venezuela Tanker Seizure & Global Trade Risk, AI Order vs State Laws, Vietnam Surplus, Doge, ACA Subsidies 1:09:19

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A fast-moving briefing on the global ripple effects of ship seizures, the latest federal-versus-state clash over artificial intelligence regulation, Vietnam’s record trade surplus with the United States despite tariffs, Elon Musk’s assessment of the “Department of Government Efficiency,” and the Senate’s deadlock on Affordable Care Act subsidies, p…

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Filtered: Disney x OpenAI Sora, Canada’s H-1B Play, Tourist Social Screening, and WaPo’s A.I. Podcast Problem 53:27

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Disney is making a watershed A.I. move: a $1B investment in OpenAI and a deal to bring 200+ Disney/Pixar/Marvel/Star Wars characters into Sora-generated short videos, raising big questions about creator compensation, brand control, and whether legacy IP can crowd out new storytelling. Then: Canada launches a major talent push, fast-tracking pathway…

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Filtered: Anderson Cooper’s Power Play, Kids’ Brains on Social Media, AI Reality TV Fail, Ukraine Peace Risks 1:01:12

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On this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we start with Anderson Cooper’s quiet power play at CNN, a new deal that cements him as the network’s most versatile and durable storytelling force, spanning nightly news, New Year’s Eve, long-form reporting, podcasts, and books. What can the rest of us learn from a legacy anchor who didn’t get left behin…

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Filtered: Hollywood Power Grab, Smart Glasses & AI Deepfake Chaos 47:23

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we examine four big fault lines where media, technology, and power are colliding: The Battle for Warner Bros. Discovery Paramount Skydance launches a hostile, Saudi- and Kushner-backed bid for WBD while Netflix pursues its own acquisition of the studio and HBO streaming assets. We explore why both deals w…

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Filtered | Football Rules TV: Meta Retreats, Job Market Confuses, Coaches Cash Out 55:30

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The most-watched regular-season NFL game in history, a trillion-dollar tech giant quietly backing away from the metaverse, a job market that looks strong and shaky at the same time, college football coaches getting paid tens of millions to do nothing, and podcasts that may be crowding out your own thoughts. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walke…

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Filtered: Affordability, Power & a President Unraveling: Trump Tariffs, Truth Social Meltdown & the Left’s Big Lesson 1:00:46

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we look at how affordability, power, and presidential behavior collide, from Costco’s lawsuit over Trump tariffs to a late-night Truth Social meltdown and the surprising idea that progressives should learn from Trump’s brutal efficiency in using government power. What we cover: Costco vs. Trump’s Tariffs …

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LinkedIn Updates: Prospect Search Enhancements, Event Ads Features, and More 16:53

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We explore the latest LinkedIn updates with Jerry Potter featuring Judi Fox on the Social Media Marketing Talk Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Filtered: Self-Driving Lives Saved, Social Media Tribes & Big Tech’s Media Bubble 1:02:15

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Self-driving cars are now logging millions of fully driverless miles, and the data say they are dramatically safer than human drivers. So why are we still accepting more than 1.3 million road deaths a year worldwide? In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we unpack the numbers, the psychology, and the politics behind autonomous vehicles. Then …

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Filtered: LeBron’s Streak, Gehry’s Genius & the iPad Generation 1:07:44

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LeBron James finally scored fewer than 10 points in an NBA game for the first time since 2007, and still proves why his habits, sleep, and discipline may be even more impressive than his 1,297-game streak. We unpack what that kind of consistency really looks like, and contrast it with the short, volatile peak of former NBA star David Thompson. We t…

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Filtered: Netflix’s $72B Bid for HBO & Warner Bros, Crypto Scams & Trump’s Boat War 1:19:57

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Netflix wants to swallow Hollywood’s crown jewels. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker: We break down Netflix’s $72 billion plan to acquire Warner Bros and HBO and what it means for competition, movie theaters, and the future of streaming. We examine how a frustrated homeowner and his RATGDO device became the symbol of a larger fight over wh…

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Filtered: Botox, Pentagon Gag Orders & Billionaires: Trump, Kim Kardashian and the Rigged Game 1:02:57

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Botox and Ozempic on Zoom calls. Pentagon gag orders on the press. Kim Kardashian versus the California bar exam. Trump’s Ukraine “deal” with Putin. And a Supreme Court case that could give billionaires even more leverage over U.S. elections. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ walks through five major stories and filters them through co…

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Filtered: AI Gold Rush, Snack Lawsuits & Trump’s ‘Garbage’ Rant 1:07:57

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A deep-red House district in Tennessee that Donald Trump won by more than twenty points just fell to a single-digit margin in a special election. Is this a red-alert for Republicans, a blue wave for Democrats—or just normal midterm gravity doing its work? Next, we go to America’s campuses, where artificial intelligence has become the hot new major.…

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Filtered: Billionaires, Baristas & War Crimes: Starbucks $39M Payout, Swiss Tax Revolt & Hegseth Fallout 1:02:54

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Starbucks is forced to pay nearly $39 million in New York City’s largest-ever worker protection settlement after officials say the company shredded baristas’ rights to stable schedules. In Switzerland, voters crush a proposed 50% inheritance tax on fortunes above 50 million francs, sending a loud message about how tightly democracy still hugs billi…

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Filtered: Rage Bait, Kids’ Phones, War Crimes & Rising Authoritarianism 1:23:39

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A deep dive into five major stories shaping politics, technology, and society: Why “rage bait” is the Word of the Year, and what it says about online manipulation The science behind why early smartphones harm kids Why young workers are heading back to the office Bipartisan warnings that Pete Hegseth’s Caribbean strikes may be war crimes Oregon’s go…

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Filtered: Surveillance, Brexit & E-Bikes: How Power Dodges Blame (and Why Trump’s DJT Stock Is Crashing) 1:26:12

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we connect five big stories under one theme: how powerful people and institutions dodge blame while everyone else absorbs the cost. NYC’s progressive surveillance state – Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani inherits and embraces one of the most expansive camera networks on earth, built in partnership with tech bil…

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Filtered: College Millions, MAGA Chaos & a President Unhinged 50:09

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In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we analyze a week of extraordinary political turbulence and public money waste. From LSU paying Brian Kelly $54 million not to coach, to Speaker Mike Johnson admitting he’s overwhelmed and not really in control, to Scott Bessent’s inflation denial, JD Vance’s fading 2028 prospects, Trump’s Russia-friendly…

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Filtered: Why the World Is Better Than Ever (Thanksgiving Reality Check) 46:48

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This Thanksgiving, Filtered with TJ Walker steps back from the daily news cycle for a data-driven reality check on the state of the world. TJ tackles the negativity bias, our tendency to focus on dramatic, recent bad news, and contrasts it with long-term global trends that rarely make headlines. Using data from major international sources, he walks…

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Filtered: Thanksgiving Inflation Shock, AI Fake Singers, GOP Putin Rift & Trump’s Creeping Socialism 54:56

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This special Thanksgiving-week episode of Filtered with TJ Walker covers five big stories through the lens of data, incentives, and communication, rather than partisan spin. Topics covered: Thanksgiving Sticker Shock & Inflation Reality Check Why this year’s Thanksgiving grocery bill is the most expensive ever, what’s really driving the spike in tu…