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Episode 79

Send us Fan Mail Episode 079 – Midterm Predictions, Oval Office Gold, and Go Do Something We kick things off with current events and local sports before diving into the latest political headlines. We discuss Barack Obama’s jab at the Trump White House, comparing it to Saddam Hussein’s Cheesecake Factory, and Scott Bessent’s response that delivered a burn of its own. We also revisit the story of the Oregon hero dad who rushed into his daughter’s school to save children, including a clip from his video interview. The second half of the episode is dedicated to looking ahead to Election Day on Tuesday. We break down the 2026 midterm landscape, with a heavy focus on the Senate races, key battleground states, and what the results could mean for the balance of power in Washington. Predictions are on the table, and Election Day is almost here! 00:00 Cigars & Opening Thoughts 13:40 Friday Night Lights 19:57 Marching Band is great for kids - make sure your kids "do something" in school 30:19 Dallas Sports - Kyle thinks Cooper Flagg might be the real deal 36:00 The Diplomat Season 4 41:06 Saddam's Cheesecake Factory 47:58 Oregon Hero Dad Interview 52:16 Seal Team 6 Robert O'Neill says "just leave the house" 54:33 Running for state office vs Federal office 1:09:22 Final 2026 mid-term predictions
Oct 27

Episode 078

Send us Fan Mail Episode 078 – School Controversies, Capital Punishment & Midterm Predictions We kick things off with the normal current life events and sports talk, then tackle some stories closer to home, including Grand Prairie ISD canceling a school play over gender roles and Texas SB 12. Meanwhile, it’s officially Band-tober, and marching band season is in full swing! From there, we turn to the national headlines, discussing the school shooting in Oregon and the heroic father who rushed into the school to help save children. We then tackle the difficult debate surrounding capital punishment, including the botched execution of Christa Pike, the scheduled execution of Nidal Hasan, and the controversial question of whether executions should ever be livestreamed. Finally, we wrap things up with some political forecasting, breaking down key Senate toss-up states and making our predictions for the 2026 midterm elections. As always, grab a cigar and join us for another episode of The Cigar Politico! 00:00 Opening & Birthday Gifts 11:10 Sports & the Iowa Children's Hospital Wave 21:20 Plano ISD grants $250 million for Dallas Stars Arena 24:28 Grand Prairie cancels HS play for Texas SB 12 29:37 Band-tober 34:11 Oregon Hero Dad 42:15 Botched Tennessee execution 47:13 Live-streaming an execution 54:30 Trump renaming things again 55:26 Socialist Democrats and Mamdani on Theo Von 1:14:33 Trump takes the Beast to Oklahoma 1:16:20 Senate Midterm Predictions
Oct 1

Episode 077

Send us Fan Mail This week, we covered a little bit of everything, with a heavy dose of sports. We broke down the latest NFL shake-ups, the growing list of quarterback injuries, and what those injuries could mean for the season. We also talked about President Trump attending the Texas–Tennessee game and the unusual situation in Texas where Keene ISD canceled its football season due to injuries. Outside of sports, we discussed Judge Judy’s thoughts on why America is great, brought back one of our recurring conversations about the rising cost of education and student loan forgiveness, and talked about China’s visit to the United States. We also dug into the debate surrounding diesel exports and why simply banning them could create ripple effects that ultimately cause problems we don’t want. Another packed episode of sports, politics, education, and current events. 00:00 Opening & RIP to Coach 06:04 Cigars & Weekend Update 10:23 Truck Shopping 20:05 Cowboys fall to the Ravens & NFL Injuries 29:23 Keene ISD cancels Varsity Football 43:48 UIL Requires Peace Officers for Every 1,000 People 54:34 Trump watches the Longhorns beat the Volunteers 1:07:05 Judge Judy for the Win 1:14:38 Student Loan Forgiveness 1:28:52 China visits DC 1:35:44 WH Press Pool and Trump TV 1:40:12 Midterm Polls 1:49:17 Banning Diesel Exports
Sep 23

Episode 076

Send us Fan Mail Episode 076 — Episode 076 opens the way it should—with cigars, current events, and plenty to talk about. The Congressional Clown Show segment makes its return as we take a look at some of the latest happenings in Washington, including an appearance from our favorite congresswoman from Connecticut. McConnell returned to the Senate this month after a lengthy absence following a fall and hospitalization and we discuss whether he should have stepped away versus continuing to serve. We also spend a good amount of time talking about artificial intelligence, including thoughts from Senator Josh Hawley on the rapid growth of AI, where the technology is headed, and what it could mean for everyday life, jobs, politics, and the future. On the political side, Pete Buttigieg is back in the presidential conversation, as we discuss his political future and another run for the White House. We also get into President Trump's win in Greenland, including the broader geopolitical and national-security issues surrounding our interest in the territory. But we then have to take a critical look at his decision to remove CNN, Politico, and MS NOW White House reporters from the White House, and why we believe the administration crossed a line by using access to the White House as a weapon against news organizations it dislikes. The three outlets were denied access beginning September 19, and the organizations subsequently filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the administration. It’s another wide-ranging episode covering cigars, Washington dysfunction, AI, presidential politics, Greenland, Trump, the media, and a fair amount of NFL and local sports talk. 00:00 Cigars & Current Events 16:00 (new segment) what's new in Clint's algo 21:46 Kyles GT Training & IQ 28:43 Kyle is glad there are no phones allowed on campus (new Texas state law) 31:21 Japan has over 100,000 citizens living over 100 years old 34:00 Mega church get's the flock camera ick on them a little 45:03 Return of the CCS: Kash Patel & Dick Durbin 48:04 AI talk with Josh Hawley 1:00:46 CCS part 2: Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro 1:03:25 Mitch McConnell, age limits/term limits 1:10:19 Pete Buttigieg is running for President 1:23:37 Bo French is an idiot 1:27:08 Trump wins with Greenland, plays games with the press on the Kennedy Center, but crosses a line removing press from the White House 1:33:55 Ron White doesn't want Ken Paxton to mess with his weed 1:38:45 more horrible Cowboys and NFL predictions
Sep 15

Episode 075: This is our year

Send us Fan Mail Episode 075 — Season 3 Premiere Season 3 of The Cigar Politico is officially underway! Kyle and Clint are back on the mic with a packed episode covering football, history, and plenty of current events. The guys kick off Season 3 by diving into the start of the 2026 NFL season, breaking down the first week of action, some of the biggest storylines, surprises, and early-season questions. With the Cowboys already back in the mix, there’s no shortage of football to talk about as the NFL gets rolling. They also take a look at the current status of college football, including a big win by the Longhorns, other conference storylines, and what the first few weeks are telling us about the landscape heading toward the playoff picture. The guys also get into the high school football season, which is already several weeks underway, and what’s happening around the Texas high school football scene. From football, the conversation turns serious as the guys reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. They discuss the passage of time, remembering the nearly 3,000 Americans who were killed that day, how 9/11 changed the country, and what it means for a generation that increasingly has no firsthand memory of the attacks. The episode also marks one year since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, looking back at the impact of his death and the events surrounding the anniversary. Finally, Clint and Kyle break down the RNC’s unusual 2026 midterm convention in Dallas, including the major speeches, themes, personalities, and discussion surrounding the Republican Party heading into the 2026 midterm elections. 00:00 Opening & Cigars 02:35 Truck Parts 07:07 El Nino means "The Nino" 12:34 NFL Opening Sunday 17:07 The Eyes of Texas are Upon You 19:00 High School Football 32:31 Clay Matthews gets a glow up 40:08 Von Miller gets #40 42:17 Justice for Tupac 44:53 Lindsey Clancy 57:35 Charlie Kirk 1:04:31 The 25th Anniversary of 9/11 1:19:03 The RNC Midterm Convention 1:22:33 Trump promises $5,000 dividends 1:28:41 Trump promises $9,000 for SAHM's 1:31:28 Bernie wants a 32 hour workweek (again)
Sep 4

Episode 074: Season Two Wrap Up

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 074, the Kyle and Clint tackle another week of politics, pop culture, and the stories everyone seems to be talking about. We start with some clueless college parents and then discuss new student loan limits, asking whether students, families, and ultimately colleges are finally going to have to take a more realistic look at the cost of higher education. We also take a moment to remember country music icon Dolly Parton following news of her passing and discuss the impact she had on music, entertainment, and American culture. Then we turn to late-night television as Jelly Roll steps in to host Jimmy Kimmel Live! — and how much we don't care about artists' political opinions. Finally, we head back to Texas politics for the latest in the Ken Paxton vs. James Talarico Senate race. We break down the candidates, the growing national attention on the race, and what could make this one of the most interesting political battles in Texas. We discuss a little 2028 look ahead and make a bold prediction. Another week of politics, culture, and plenty of opinions to wrap up Season Two of The Cigar Politico - we'll be back after Labor Day to kick off Season Three!
Sep 1

Episode 073: Governor Abbott's Fresh Brisket on the Booooooooard

Send us Fan Mail Episode 073 — Back to School, Football & Some Presidential Turbulence The crew is back with a wide-ranging episode covering the start of the school year and the return of youth sports, Rep. Jared Patterson’s Save Our Summer Act, and the latest from NFL preseason. We also get into the Lakers’ $12 billion+ sale, Gov. Greg Abbott opening a new Buc-ee’s, President Trump swapping planes, and the crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln speaking out — followed by a response from the acting Secretary of the Navy. Plus, plenty of Cigar Politico commentary along the way. 00:00 Cigars, School Starts & Youth Sports 10:32 Cigars International Cigar of the Month Club 12:06 Facebook surveys & Neighbors 18:54 Rep Patterson says it's too hot for school in Texas 25:47 the Lakers sell and NFL Preseason 36:34 Gov. Abbott chops the brisket 45:15 Michigan stops giving letter grades 50:17 Wisonsin voting irregularities 54:49 Trump Plane Swap 1:01:55 Sailors on the Abe Lincoln 1:11:02 2028 Look ahead
Aug 14

Episode 072: Shut up Karen, get some Holiday Spirit

Send us Fan Mail The Cigar Politico – Episode 072 School is back in session, and we’re diving into everything that comes with it—from back-to-school shopping to the growing push to limit technology in classrooms. We also break down why Buc-ee’s seems to be suing everyone over logos, preview the start of the NFL preseason and what to watch for, discuss the WNBA finding itself in the middle of a debate to define what a woman is, and wrap up a week that was otherwise light on major headlines with plenty of commentary, laughs, and a few rabbit trails along the way. 00:00 Sports & Cigars 02:32 Kyle joined a cult 03:47 Karen's & posting with anonymous accounts 12:22 Buc-ee's suing everyone with a logo 15:29 The Texas-est corner in all of Texas 17:29 NFL HOF game and preseason 27:38 A good wife 32:04 Kid Sports & the Coach Dad 34:46 Tech in the Classroom 39:39 The W in the WNBA 52:06 Slow news week 55:08 Midterms are coming up 1:03:39 Back to School

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Politics and Current Events

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Kyle & Clint
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2024 - 2026
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