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New movie focuses on 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain

Aug 21, 2026 · 32m

Summary

The episode features a heated debate on US economic policy, with guests disputing claims about inflation and federal debt under the Trump and Biden administrations. The discussion shifts to international affairs, analyzing the consolidation of power by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and the potential for nuclear escalation. Later segments preview the Anthony Bourdain biopic "Tony" with star Dominic Sessa and Rory Kennedy’s new Boeing documentary "Freefall." The show concludes with reports on a thwarted ISIS plot in New York, the federal sale of wild horses, and political fallout surrounding Tru…

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Energy Transfer and Celsius Debate on US debt, deficits, and Trump vs. Biden economic records Iran regime change, sanctions, and nuclear threats Interview with Dominic Sessa on the Anthony Bourdain biopic 'Tony' Sponsors: NYT, Pretty Litter, and Monday.com Rory Kennedy on Boeing safety failures and whistleblower death Headlines: Capitol plot arrest and wild horse sales White House overreaction to Ossoff's mention of Natalie Harp
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