This week's show focuses on early warning signs for the 2026 midterms and the cultural battles driving today’s politics. Brett and Matt begin by breaking down new polling showing Democrats gaining ground ahead of the midterms, along with Gavin Newsom’s trip to Davos and his attempt to position himself as a counter to Donald Trump. Later in the program, they are joined by Simon Hankinson for a wide-ranging conversation on the cultural forces driving modern politics, and discuss themes from his book, The Ten Woke Commandments: You Must Not Obey, discussing how ideological conformity has replaced open debate in institutions, media, and government.

Original Airing Date: 01/23/2026