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A variety progrum. Smug, Holmes, Duncan, and Ashbrook bring next generation conservative talk to the next level with RUTHLESS. There is no shelter for anyone as the fellas provide a lighter analysis of the news (and fake news) of the day.

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Democrats' epic fails: Texas Senate candidate James Talarico's joint checking account with his MOM at 37, the "fail son" pattern from Graham Platner to AOC, and the new CNN poll showing just 29% of Democrats are proud to be Americans.

Plus, why the... more

So many were so wrong about how Iran would turn out. Plus, the fellas break down the newly released Iran MOU, the media's reaction to Trump's foreign policy, the shocking SPLC donor money scandal, election chaos in Maine and DC, JD Vance's media tour... more

Trump's Iran peace deal sends markets soaring, Biden fights to salvage his legacy, and Democrats embarrass themselves trying to counter the White House UFC spectacle.

Plus Medal of Honor recipient Marine Sergeant Dakota Meyer shares a powerful story... more

ActBlue faces tough questions on Capitol Hill, the SPLC gets grilled over its tactics, Ron Klain sparks backlash with his defense of Graham Platner, and World Cup visitors discover what makes America unique.

Plus, Senator Eric Schmitt joins the fell... more

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Recent Guests

Buck Sexton
Radio host and author
Fox News / Buck Sexton Show
Episode: This is Why Democrats are Stuck with Platner + Buck Sexton Joins the Progrum
August Pfluger
Representative, Chairman of the Republican Study Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: A New Low for Journalism? - Scott Pelley Implodes + Rep. Pfluger Joins the Progrum
John Ashbrook
Guest analyst
Ruthless Variety Program
Episode: Team Trump Dominates Democrats + ANOTHER Platner Scandal
Ben Sasse
U.S. Senator (Nebraska); guest on the program
U.S. Senate
Episode: Bad to Worse for Democrats: Platner Scandal Explodes + Sen. Ben Sasse Joins the Progrum
Katelyn Bledsoe
Vice President of External Affairs for AFP
Americans for Prosperity
Episode: Will the Democrat Death Spiral Save GOP Majorities?
Tim Burchett
Noted UFO and extraterrestrial expert; U.S. Representative from Tennessee
U.S. House of Representatives (Tennessee)
Episode: UFO Secrets Revealed w/ Rep. Tim Burchett
Edith Jorge-Tuñón
President of RSLC (Republican State Leadership Committee)
RSLC
Episode: Why the Democrat Establishment is Already Pushing AOC 2028
Luke Rosiak
Investigative journalist for The Daily Wire, known for Medicaid fraud reporting
The Daily Wire
Episode: Spencer Pratt Dominates Socialist, Dem vs Dem in Virginia
Leonard Leo
Founder of the Federalist Society, influential conservative legal strategist
Federalist Society
Episode: Who Will be the Heir of MAGA? Vance or Rubio?

Hosts

Josh Holmes
Host with Ruthless Podcast/Ruthless Variety Program; political commentator.
Michael Duncan
Co-host on Ruthless Variety Program and Ruthless Podcast; political commentator.
John Ashbrook
Co-host on Ruthless Variety Program and Ruthless Podcast; political commentator.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 8.2k ratings
  • MOAR

    I honestly should’ve given them a 3 or 4 star review bc they don’t give me an hour every day.

    Also, they stopped appearing on Megyn Smelly podcast bc she stinks.

    Also, they’re funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KNUCKLEHEDD
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Show Ever

    IMHO Ruthless is the hottest, most entertaining, most informative, and most accurate podcast around. Not even close.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fallsdelight
    United Statesa month ago
  • Millennial Morons

    Typical Millennials. No historical context. Just idiotic parroting of boneheaded bro culture. This podcast could cause cancer. Hell, the toxicity of these clowns could make birds fall dead out of the sky if they flew above them

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Juanwhoknows
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love you guys

    I am absolutley loving this podcast and learning so much. I will say I almost fell off the treadmill and peed n myself on fun Friday 5/8 episode. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kimrn22
    United Statesa month ago
  • Truth

    Dear Holmes, Smug, Duncan and Ashbrook: Thank you so very much for bringing out the truth and for letting us see behind the curtain that the Libs try to pull over our eyes on a daily basis. I hope that your message resonates with others as well as we try to protect this amazing country in the hopes that it will continue to be shining light in the darkness for another 250 years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tmsaint427
    United Statesa month ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This is Why Democrats are Stuck with Platner + Buck Sexton Joins the Progrum
Q: What does Buck Sexton's book argue about propaganda in modern politics?
It argues that coercive persuasion and brainwashing have deep historical roots and are reframed by contemporary media to influence public perception.
Democrat Primaries Go Off the Rails + Ken Paxton Joins the Progrum
Q: What is Paxton's view on election security and mail-in ballots?
Paxton argues that mail-in ballots are prone to fraud due to a lack of verification and privacy protections, advocating for stricter verification like signature checks and clearer chain-of-custody measures.
Will the Democrat Death Spiral Save GOP Majorities?
Q: What is the main strategy for Republicans in 2026 according to the hosts?
Push a cohesive umbrella message tied to popular, non-controversial economic issues, capitalize on groundswell from Trump-era alignment, and mitigate negative primary narratives by aligning candidates with a unified narrative.
UFO Secrets Revealed w/ Rep. Tim Burchett
Q: What is the latest on the government disclosure and the 30-40 videos Burchett mentions?
Burchett suggests there are additional videos and pieces of information that have not yet been publicly released, implying ongoing disclosures and a potential push for more transparency.
Who Will be the Heir of MAGA? Vance or Rubio?
Q: Is JD Vance the heir apparent or is Marco Rubio gaining ground for 2028?
The hosts argue that JD Vance currently leads in polling and infrastructure, but Rubio remains a credible challenger with strong foreign-policy optics and a broader political network; the situation is dynamic and contingent on ongoing political developments.

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This show delivers blunt, fast-paced conservative political commentary with a heavy emphasis on current events, media bias, and partisan narratives. Regular panels mix sharp takes on the Democratic and Republican landscapes with satire, guest interviews, and pop-culture riffs, aiming to entertain while unpacking complex policy and political strategy. Noteworthy is the willingness to feature high-profile political figures, investigative guests, and media personalities, all through a skeptical, no-holds-barred lens. Potential listeners who enjoy energetic debates, data-driven critique, and a fearless, irreverent tone should find it particularly engaging.

A standout element is the combination of rigorous political analysis with humor and recu... more

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