Joe Pags covers the latest developments surrounding Iran after strong comments from Pete Hegseth about U.S. and allied control in the region’s airspace. What does that actually mean from a military standpoint—and how serious is the situation becoming? Pags walks through the implications and what Americans should be paying attention to. Then retired USAF Colonel and combat veteran Rob Maness joins the show for a deep, informative breakdown of the potential military strategy involving Iran. Why is this moment different from the past? Why didn’t previous administrations take similar action? Maness explains the timing, the risks, and what could realistically happen next from the perspective of someone who’s actually served in combat and understands the strategy behind it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the Iran conflict a distraction from the Epstein files? Joe Pags says no way—but the crew still has some fun tearing through the wild conspiracy theories circulating online. It’s a lively, sometimes hilarious look at the internet’s most out-there takes on today’s biggest headlines. Then Josh Hammer of the Article III Project joins Pags for a fiery conversation on the growing controversy surrounding Candace Owens. Why is she suddenly going after Erika Kirk? Why are some voices on the right turning against Israel? And what role do figures like Tucker Carlson play in the debate over the Iran strikes? Hammer breaks it all down in a blunt, no-holds-barred interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iran’s leadership is a revolving door of danger—and Joe Pags explains why. From assassinations to mysterious deaths and power struggles, history shows that some Iranian leaders barely take office before chaos follows. Iran’s political system has seen multiple high-ranking officials killed or targeted, just today. So, is the current conflict really an “America First” move? Pags says yes—and breaks down why the timing matters and what the real strategic goals might be. Plus, a moment you have to hear from the Oval Office: President Trump goes off on what he calls the “sick people” running Iran, delivering a blunt message about the regime and why the U.S. acted now. Pags plays the clips and explains what it all means for America—and what could come next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than 40 years ago, Donald J. Trump was already warning about Iran—and Joe Pags points out something striking: the message hasn’t changed. Love him or hate him, Pags says one thing is clear—Trump has been remarkably consistent on Iran for decades. Then reporters try to trap Secretary of State Marco Rubio with a classic gotcha question… and it completely backfires. Rubio flips the script and dismantles the narrative on the spot. Meanwhile, Chuck Schumer is once again furious—but when isn’t he? Plus, Matt Schlapp of CPAC joins the show. The longtime conservative leader and foreign affairs voice breaks down the Iran situation, what happens next, and why it matters for America. He also previews the upcoming CPAC Dallas event and what conservatives should expect. A sharp, timely conversation you don’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Georgia father is convicted of murder after giving his son a gun that was later used in a deadly shooting—and Joe Pags says the case raises serious questions. How is the father legally responsible for what his son did? The ruling has the country debating accountability, gun rights, and where the line should be drawn. Pags opens the phones and the reactions pour in. Callers weigh in, the crew pushes back, and even the studio can’t agree. It’s a lively, no-holds-barred hour on a shocking case full of twists—and a debate that’s dividing Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America is now engaged in military action against Iran — but is this our war? Joe Pags dives into the latest conflict and lays out why he believes this isn’t reckless adventurism, but a preemptive, America-First move to protect U.S. forces and citizens. Top leaders like Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have said Iran’s growing missile and drone capabilities posed a serious future threat, and Speaker Mike Johnson confirms Congress was briefed on the need for action to defend American interests. Pags contrasts that with how legacy media and some politicians are spinning the narrative — and explains exactly what Americans are missing in the mainstream headlines. A must-hear breakdown of who’s saying what — and why this moment matters for national security and global stability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some extremists are claiming the Iran strike was timed to distract from the Epstein files. Joe Pags shuts that down fast—the Clintons’ depositions were literally released today. He cuts through the noise: this isn’t a smokescreen, it’s an America First national security move. Suggesting otherwise? Pags calls it out as political spin. Then Robert Greenway joins the show. A former National Security Council official and former advisor to POTUS, now with Heritage, Greenway lays out what’s really happening with Iran. Why now? Why not sooner? Was this the right moment to act? Could China or Russia get involved—or are they already playing a role? What happens next? Strategic, sharp, and straight from someone who’s been in the room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bernie Sanders is pushing a billionaire tax—Joe Pags says don’t be fooled. He breaks down why this isn’t about “fairness,” but political leverage and power. Who really benefits? And who ultimately pays? Pags connects the dots. Then a chilling update on the alleged terror attack in Austin. New details raise serious questions about what comes next—and how the city will respond. Pags says brace yourself for the political reaction that’s likely coming. Plus, Nicole Sadighi joins the show with powerful, firsthand insight from inside Iran. What are the protests really about? Why are some still backing the ayatollah? Could the Shah’s son re-emerge? Are millions of Iranians ready to reclaim their country—or is the regime tighter than ever? Nicole brings perspective you won’t hear anywhere else in a must-hear global breakdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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