Brett Breaks Things

Brett Rowley
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Brett Breaks Things is unapologetic, independent media for a time that demands it. Hosted by Brett Rowley, a veteran producer turned fearless truth-teller, we break down the world around us — from politics and current events to sports, entertainment, and social media — with sharp insight, fearless honesty, and a touch of Florida wildness. Our mission is to speak truth to power, expose injustice, debunk lies, and hold the powerful accountable—all while keeping it real, smart, and unfiltered. Broadcasting from South Florida, we explore why today's Florida is tomorrow's America, offering our listeners not just commentary but clarity, courage, and the tools to stay informed in a constantly shifting world.

  1. 16H AGO

    02/24/26 What Does A Billion Buy You?

    What does a billion buy you in 2026 America? Today we follow the money from Binance—where internal investigators flagged $1.7B in crypto allegedly routed to Iranian-linked entities—to a growing pay-to-play crypto pipeline where major donations and friendly regulatory/legal tailwinds start looking a little too synchronized.  Then we hit the ground with ICE, where whistleblower Ryan Schwank says the academy is "deficient, defective, and broken," alleging training hours were slashed, cadets are being pushed through even after failures, and some instruction effectively nudges recruits toward constitutional violations—claims DHS disputes, but that have now landed squarely in the oversight spotlight.

    1h 9m
  2. You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    16H AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing Tayari Jones: “Kin” | Oprah’s Book Club from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast We are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Oprah’s Book Club and Oprah’s first pick of 2026 which is her 121st Book Club selection. The novel KIN by international bestselling author Tayari Jones explores the life-long friendship of two motherless daughters in the segregated South. The story explores how their decisions lead them to live vastly different lives causing them to grow apart. From page one to the stunning conclusion Tayari’s emotionally rich and witty novel inspires a soul-searching, introspective conversation about chosen family. Oprah and Tayari Jones talk with an audience of readers in New York City. BUY THE BOOK! https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/635411/kin-by-tayari-jones/ 00:00:00 - Celebrating 30 years of Oprah Book Club 00:03:20 - Oprah introduces ‘Kin’ by Tayari Jones 00:04:13 - Welcome Tayari Jones 00:06:42 - Thando on ‘Kin’ 00:08:30 - Letters as storytelling 00:10:30 - The professor that inspired Tayari 00:12:35 - Tayari on the 8 years between books 00:17:38 - The plot of ‘Kin’ 00:20:40 - Being a girl without a mom 00:22:00 - Belonging and sacrifice 00:23:57 - Tayari’s understanding of her mother 00:28:30 - What can save friendship? 00:30:15 - Honor your friendships 00:37:20 - The feeling of completing a novel 00:42:20 - Tayari on ‘Kin’ 00:43:48 - How Tayari sees the world SUPPORT THE SHOW https://www.tayarijones.com/books/an-american-marriage/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. 1D AGO

    02/23/26 SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs

    SCOTUS just struck down Trump's tariffs — and Trump immediately vowed "alternatives," raged about refunds, and went after Gorsuch and Barrett personally.  We break down what the ruling means, why CEOs are scrambling, and how this trade agenda is now on a collision course with the midterms. Plus: the FBI Director's latest "patriot cosplay" moment — celebrating Team USA hockey in a locker room as the Mar-a-Lago shooting story breaks — and why the optics are brutal.

    54 min

  4. 4D AGO

    02/20/26 War Rumors, Global Grift, Disclosure

    Are U.S. strikes on Iran imminent—or is Trump using the threat to force a deal? We break down the escalation signals, then dig into the launch of Trump's $10B "Board of Peace" and why critics call it a slush fund. Next: the World Liberty/Mar-a-Lago crypto forum—who showed up, what was pitched, and why it screams influence politics. And to close… Trump claims Obama spilled "classified" UFO intel, reviving the alien debate in the most chaotic way possible.

    1h 5m

  5. 6D AGO

    02/18/26 Trump's Tariffs Are Hitting Your Wallet

    The DHS shutdown drags on after Democrats sent a fresh counteroffer to the White House—only to be rebuffed—leaving Washington with no obvious off-ramp as both sides fight over oversight and immigration-enforcement guardrails. At the same time, Trump's tariffs are colliding with everyday prices: new analysis and reporting underscores that U.S. businesses and consumers are paying the bulk of the tariff bill, even as Kevin Hassett blasts the underlying New York Fed-linked research and insists tariffs will ultimately boost wages and benefit buyers. We also hit the "price break is over" moment as more companies start hiking prices again, and we zoom out to the fiscal picture as new CBO projections fuel renewed alarm about record debt levels. Plus: the Supreme Court adopts new conflict-screening tech (including ticker-symbol disclosures) while retirement chatter swirls around Justice Samuel Alito—and we close with the Pentagon vs. Anthropic "woke AI" fight escalating into a real defense-contract flashpoint.

    1h 4m

  6. FEB 17

    02/17/26 CBS Fears the FCC

    CBS reportedly blocked Stephen Colbert from interviewing Texas Democrat James Talarico — and Colbert called it out on-air. At the same time, the FCC is investigating The View, ruling on Bad Bunny's halftime show, and revisiting equal time rules for political candidates. Is this routine regulation… or are networks getting nervous? We break down the growing tension between broadcasters and the FCC, what it could mean for political coverage heading into 2026, and whether fear of federal scrutiny is shaping who gets airtime. Plus: Trump's proposed budget cuts stall in Congress, USAID funds are reportedly used for Russell Vought's security, and Barack Obama steps back into the spotlight — condemning Trump's racist video, addressing ICE protests, homelessness policy, and whether Democrats need a generational reset. Regulatory pressure. Media caution. Political fallout.

    1h 4m

  7. FEB 16

    02/16/26 Polarizing Polling and the Geryrmander War: A look at the 2026 Mid Terms

    Trump's approval rating is low, Latinos are re-aligning, and the Gerrymandering war reaches a milestone. All point toward a bleak outlook for the Republicans in November. Primary races take center stage as we wonder what the winning posture for hopeful candidates...a move toward Trumpism or a clear split from Trump-controlled Republicanism. All this happening while 6 Republicans split from the party and Trump hiself on the Canadian Tarrifs.

    53 min

  8. FEB 13

    02/13/26 Proof of Citizenship, Proof of Chaos

    House Republicans just pushed through a strict voter ID / proof-of-citizenship bill—fueling Trump's fraud narrative while critics warn the SAVE Act's eligibility requirements could create real-world barriers for lawful voters (especially women dealing with name changes and document mismatches). We also dig into the whistleblower fight rocking DNI Tulsi Gabbard's office: reports say the complaint stems from an intercepted communication that referenced Jared Kushner, kicking off a high-stakes intelligence dispute over what was collected, how it was handled, and what should've been reported. Plus: the administration moves to end the Minnesota immigration crackdown, Guard troops fully withdraw from Chicago/Portland/Los Angeles, and DHS teeters toward a shutdown as new reporting paints a picture of relentless dysfunction inside the department under Kristi Noem.

    1h 19m
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Brett Breaks Things is unapologetic, independent media for a time that demands it. Hosted by Brett Rowley, a veteran producer turned fearless truth-teller, we break down the world around us — from politics and current events to sports, entertainment, and social media — with sharp insight, fearless honesty, and a touch of Florida wildness. Our mission is to speak truth to power, expose injustice, debunk lies, and hold the powerful accountable—all while keeping it real, smart, and unfiltered. Broadcasting from South Florida, we explore why today's Florida is tomorrow's America, offering our listeners not just commentary but clarity, courage, and the tools to stay informed in a constantly shifting world.

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  • Creator
    Brett Rowley
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    171
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
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