Just Ask the Question Podcast

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  Just Ask the Press - The Massive 2026 Mail-In Ballot Chaos 08.09.2026 1ч 18мин

  In this episode, we explore the latest political developments, including potential impeachment, the future of Washington's architecture, and the impact of polls on elections. Our experts analyze the implications of these issues for American democracy and leadership.
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  Just Ask the Press - The FCC's Plot to Kill Local News! 31.08.2026 1ч 7мин

  In this episode, Brian, Mark, and Nolan discuss, media monopolies, and the concerns surrounding the further consolidation of the American Media. They analyze the implications of Trump's actions, the extermination of local media, and the state of American democracy. Plus... Lake America?!?
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  Just Ask the Press - Tariffs, Secret Leaks & Military Retreat! 25.08.2026 1ч 13мин

  In this episode, we analyze the complex issues surrounding US tariffs, national debt, and foreign policy, with insights from legal expert Mark S. Zaid and political analyst Nolan Higdon. We explore the implications of Trump's policies, the state of American democracy, and the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
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  Just Ask the Press - Tucker Carlson, The Ballroom, and The "Pep Secretary" 17.08.2026 1ч 13мин

  In this episode, we analyze the recent developments in U.S. politics, including the resignation of the presidential press secretary, military deployments, and the bizarre antics of political figures like Tucker Carlson. We explore how these events reflect broader issues of accountability, media manipulation, and the decline of American influence.
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  Just Ask the Press - House GOP Drama, Insider Trading, and Iran 12.08.2026 1ч 8мин

  In this episode of Just Ask the Press, host Brian Karem, national security expert Mark Zaid, and journalism professor Nolan Higdon critique recent political and economic developments. The panel opens by scrutinizing ongoing military tensions with Iran, questioning the truthfulness of public claims surrounding peace negotiations and highlighting concerns over depleted U.S. munition stockpiles. They then pivot to domestic politics, condemning calls to indict Dr. Anthony Fauci after he invoked the Fifth Amendment before Congress, while debating the legal strategy and political motives behind the probe. The hosts also break down recent downward revisions in U.S. job statistics, arguing that official rhetoric misrepresents true economic hardship, inflation, and shifting labor market realities. Wrapping up the episode, the group lambasts Speaker Mike Johnson’s party leadership, discusses serious abuse allegations facing Representative Max Miller, and sharply criticizes monetization strategies on Truth Social as pay-to-win political influence.
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  Just Ask the Press - Trump Blames Minnesota, DOJ Reflecting Pool Fiasco & Is the Pentagon Out of Missiles? 05.08.2026 1ч 10мин

  Host Brian Karem is joined by national security expert Mark S. Zaid and journalism professor Dr. Nolan Higdon to break down the biggest news of the week. • Trump’s claims regarding cyberattacks on US water systems across 7 states. • The DOJ dropping charges against the Olympic canoeist in the D.C. Reflecting Pool controversy. • The Senate standoff over Todd Blanche and threats to revive the J6 weaponization fund. • Shocking new polls: The death of the political center and the rise of Democratic Socialism. • Pentagon warnings over dwindling interceptor missile stockpiles in the Middle East. • Lighthearted wrap-up: SDCC, cosplay, and pop culture nostalgia.
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  Fred Wellman: How a Democrat Wins in a MAGA District 28.07.2026 48мин

  In this episode of Just Ask the Question, host Brian Karem sits down with 22-year Army combat veteran, On Democracy podcast host, and Missouri Congressional candidate Fred Wellman for an unvarnished discussion on military strategy and economic reality. Wellman delivers a sharp critique of current Pentagon leadership and the administration’s handling of the war in Iran, raising alarms over drone warfare unpreparedness, strategic errors, and a troubling lack of transparency surrounding troop casualties. Shifting to domestic policy, Wellman addresses America's worsening affordability crisis, exposing how Washington politics and billionaire tax breaks continue to leave working-class families behind in a K-shaped economy. He outlines his campaign for Missouri's 2nd Congressional District, highlighting a pragmatic approach centered on protecting individual freedoms, revitalizing local infrastructure, and restoring accountability to Capitol Hill.
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  Just Ask the Press - ICE, Trump, and Iran 22.07.2026 1ч 3мин

  In our latest episode Brian and the guys discuss Trump’s speech, the Iran war, the latest ICE killings and much more…
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  Just Ask the Press - Lindsey Graham Dead, McConnell Missing, & ICE Kills Again 13.07.2026 1ч 18мин

  In this high-stakes episode of Just Ask the Press, host Brian Karem, national security expert Mark Zaid, and journalism professor Dr. Nolan Higdon tackle a chaotic week in American politics triggered by the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham and the mysterious public absence of Mitch McConnell. The panel breaks down the massive midterm implications of losing these two Republican juggernauts before diving into the Trump administration's escalating crackdowns on democratic norms. The conversation covers the alarming DOJ subpoenas issued to four New York Times reporters over an Air Force One safety exposé, the administration's quiet dissolution of the bipartisan federal Election Assistance Commission (EAC), and the ongoing, grinding military conflict with Iran.
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  Just Ask the Press - Senator Claims Masked Neo-Nazis On The Mall Were Actually ANTIFA! 06.07.2026 1ч 14мин

  Brian Karem is joined by national security expert Mark Zaid and journalism professor Nolan Higdon on Just Ask the Press to dissect a week of unprecedented political scandals, press freedom battles, and unchecked executive overreach. The panel uncovers the stark contrast of Donald Trump's McCarthy-esque Fourth of July speech targeting communists while white nationalists march on the National Mall, leading Senator Mike Lee to push a bizarre conspiracy theory that the masked neo-Nazis were actually Antifa. The discussion shifts to blatant financial corruption, highlighting Trump's massive $2.2 billion profit windfall and his stunning admission of loving "insider trading," alongside his bizarre, thumb-on-the-scale phone call to FIFA to overturn a World Cup red card. Finally, the team shines a light on critical civil liberties under threat, exposing a quiet ICE surge rounding up 10,000 individuals over five days, the federal overreach of a ten-year felony charge for peeling paint at the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, and the Supreme Court's devastating blow to investigative journalism by upholding an $800-a-day fine against reporter Catherine Herridge.
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  Just Ask the Press - Why You Should Be Worried About the Midterms 29.06.2026 1ч 24мин

  In this episode of Just Ask the Press, Brian Karem, Mark Zaid, and Nolan Higdon dive into the week's most volatile headlines, questioning the stability of American democracy and the effectiveness of our current political leadership. The panel dissects the U.S. government’s "go-it-alone" approach to the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, the escalating tensions in the Middle East—including the breakdown of the Iran ceasefire—and a barrage of controversial Supreme Court decisions that have left legal experts and citizens alike reeling.
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  Just Ask the Press - Inside the Iran MOU, Secret Elite Clubs, and the G7 23.06.2026 1ч 13мин

  This week we cover a wide range of current political and international issues, including the Iran deal, Trump's G7 appearance, Supreme Court decisions, and more. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these critical topics and their implications for the future.
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  Just Ask the Press - Trillionaires, Situation Rooms, and Cage Matches 17.06.2026 1ч 18мин

  This week on Just Ask the Press, Brian Karem is joined by national security and FOIA expert Mark Zaid and journalism professor Nolan Higdon to unpack an incredibly chaotic week in news, politics, and media. The trio kicks off the episode reacting to Elon Musk officially becoming the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX went public on the NASDAQ. They delve into his sci-fi aspirations for Mars and debate whether his staggering wealth is inherently dangerous for democracy or a catalyst for taking risks that governments won't. Next, the panel breaks down blockbuster reporting exposing a high-level, secret Situation Room meeting from the summer of 2025. Trump administration officials scrambled to manage damning, unreleased Epstein files, sparking an internal civil war over transparency—and a rogue strategy proposed by JD Vance. Later, Mark Zaid guides us through a packed week in the legal system, detailing the dramatic, eleventh-hour removal of Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center, a federal judge definitively halting a $1.776 billion "slush fund," and why a last-minute lawsuit failed to stop a massive UFC extravaganza on the White House lawn. Finally, the team scrutinizes the "on-again, off-again" war in Iran, the Department of Justice's controversial approval of the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, and how the New York Knicks managed to win it all—despite a potential "Trump jinx."
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  Just Ask the Press - Tulsi Gabbard, Havana Syndrome, and Trump's Interview 11.06.2026 1ч 6мин

  Welcome back to another episode of Just Ask the Press! Brian is joined by national security expert Mark S. Zaid and journalism professor Nolan Higdon to dissect a chaotic week in American politics, global conflicts, and government restructuring. We kick things off with Donald Trump’s explosive, rainy interview on Meet the Press with Kristen Welker, followed by his historic—and heavily booed—appearance at the NBA Finals in Manhattan. Plus, a massive institutional cover-up regarding Havana Syndrome is reaching a breaking point as Tulsi Gabbard prepares to exit the ODNI. We also break down the legal fallout of John Bolton's impending felony plea deal and explain how recent DOGE budget cuts just brought a dangerous, cattle-killing parasite back to the American workforce—and what it means for your grocery bill.
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  Jim Crow 2.0? Supreme Court Shocks Midterms w/ Danica Roem 08.06.2026 37мин

  Danica Roem joins our host Brian Karem to discuss Virginia's redistricting, the impact of court decisions, and the broader implications for democracy and upcoming elections. She emphasizes the importance of voter turnout, strategic campaigning, and the need for electoral reforms like ranked choice voting.
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  Just Ask the Press - Epstein, The FBI, and America's B-Day! 02.06.2026 1ч 11мин

  Join us as we dissect the tumultuous week behind headlines involving Donald Trump’s legal battles, Congressional investigations into Epstein, and recent government actions on immigration and national security.
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  Just Ask the Press - Tulsi Gabbard, DNC Autopsy, and Cuba 26.05.2026 1ч 13мин

  This episode covers a wide range of current political issues, including recent threats against the White House, the state of political violence, the Iran deal, the resignation of Tulsi Gabbard from her intelligence post, and the Democratic autopsy of the 2024 campaign.
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  Just Ask the Press - China, Israel, and Iran 19.05.2026 1ч 6мин

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  Just Ask the Press - Gerrymandering, Justice Thomas, and the Epstein Note 13.05.2026 1ч 11мин

  In this episode, we unpack a whirlwind week of legal battles, political maneuvers, and international tensions, highlighting key developments affecting democracy and global stability. Stay tuned as we break down the implications of redistricting chaos, Epstein's mysterious notes, and escalating conflicts in the Middle East. Key Topics: Virginia Supreme Court decision on district gerrymandering and its procedural challenges The political fallout from court rulings on redistricting efforts across states The controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note and conspiracy theories The ongoing US-Iran tensions including recent naval skirmishes and diplomatic efforts The state of the US economy under Trump, including job reports and inflation concerns The integrity of the Supreme Court and its role in partisan politics The influence of race, progressivism, and historical context in current judicial and political debates Media coverage, censorship, and the transparency of military and governmental actions
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  Just Ask the Press: The Breaking Point 05.05.2026 1ч 19мин

  summary This week we cover a wide range of pressing issues including press freedom, recent Supreme Court decisions, gerrymandering, the state of political violence, and the Iran-U.S. conflict. Brian, Mark, and Nolan analyze the implications of these developments on democracy, civil rights, and international relations.