The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor.Full Bio

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Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Jul 18 2025

Not Mad, Just Disappointed

Clay and Buck discuss a Wall Street Journal article that attempts to link President Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein via a note allegedly written for Epstein’s 50th birthday. The hosts question the authenticity, relevance, and timing of the story, arguing it lacks journalistic merit and appears to be a politically motivated hit piece. They draw parallels to the Brett Kavanaugh hearings, where trivial high school yearbook entries were used to undermine credibility, and suggest this is another example of media overreach.

The show also covers breaking news that Attorney General Pam Bondi plans to unseal grand jury testimony related to Epstein, following a directive from President Trump. The hosts express skepticism about the potential impact of the release, suggesting it may be more political theater than substantive revelation.

We Can't Miss the Moment

PA Senator Dave McCormick joins the show to talk about the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and the big takeaways from his Innovation and Energy Summit and the massive $92 billion in AI and energy investments pouring into Pennsylvania.  Clay likens the current trajectory of AI to the early days of the internet in the 1990s. The hosts highlight an AI summit in Pennsylvania and the growing presence of Waymo driverless cars in Miami, emphasizing how autonomous technology is reshaping daily life.

McCormick emphasizes that AI is the next industrial revolution, with implications for economic growth, national security, and global leadership, particularly in the U.S. battle with China for AI dominance. The discussion highlights how AI will reshape the American workforce, creating a surge in demand for blue-collar jobs like welders and electricians while simultaneously disrupting white-collar sectors, including software development. McCormick underscores the need for abundant energy resources—natural gas, nuclear, and fossil fuels—to power AI infrastructure, and he praises Pennsylvania’s unique position as a top energy producer.

The conversation also explores the intersection of AI and healthcare, with real-world examples of AI analyzing medical data more efficiently than traditional methods. The hosts and McCormick reflect on the importance of embracing AI innovation while addressing its risks, including privacy and national security concerns.

Colbert Destroyed Late Night

A cultural critique of late-night television, focusing on the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show. Clay and Buck argue that Colbert’s shift from comedy to left-wing political commentary alienated audiences and contributed to the broader decline of late-night TV. The hosts contrast this with the rise of comedy podcasts and figures like Shane Gillis, who they praise for delivering edgy, bipartisan humor that avoids the pitfalls of identity politics.

Riley Gaines Smokes Clay

The show takes a humorous turn with a spirited debate over Clay Travis’s ability to swim from Alcatraz to the mainland, sparked by Riley Gaines’ successful swim while 31 weeks pregnant. The segment includes playful jabs from fellow radio host Sean Hannity and Gaines, with Clay pledging to complete the swim next year. The conversation touches on cold water endurance, shark fears, and the symbolic nature of Alcatraz, which President Trump is reportedly considering repurposing as a detention facility.

 

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Hour 1 - Not Mad, Just Disappointed

Hour 1 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show dives into a dynamic mix of political commentary, media criticism, and cultural analysis. The hour kicks off with a forward-looking discussion on the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI), likening its current trajectory to the early days of the internet in the 1990s. The hosts highlight an AI summit in Pennsylvania and the growing presence of Waymo driverless cars in Miami, emphasizing how autonomous technology is reshaping daily life.

The conversation then pivots to a controversial CNBC ranking that labeled Tennessee the worst state to live in, which Clay and Buck strongly dispute, defending the state’s quality of life and values. This leads into a broader critique of mainstream media bias, particularly targeting CNBC and The Wall Street Journal.

A major portion of the hour is dedicated to dissecting a Wall Street Journal article that attempts to link Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein via a note allegedly written for Epstein’s 50th birthday. The hosts question the authenticity, relevance, and timing of the story, arguing it lacks journalistic merit and appears to be a politically motivated hit piece. They draw parallels to the Brett Kavanaugh hearings, where trivial high school yearbook entries were used to undermine credibility, and suggest this is another example of media overreach.

The show also covers breaking news that Attorney General Pam Bondi plans to unseal grand jury testimony related to Epstein, following a directive from former President Trump. The hosts express skepticism about the potential impact of the release, suggesting it may be more political theater than substantive revelation.

In a lighter segment, the hosts celebrate the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s CBS show and the defunding of NPR and PBS, framing it as a win for taxpayers and a blow to what they describe as left-wing media institutions.

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Hour 2 - PA Sen. Dave McCormick

Hour 2 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show delivers a dynamic and wide-ranging conversation centered on the transformative power of artificial intelligence, national energy strategy, political violence, and the cultural collapse of late-night television. The hour opens with Senator Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania, who joins Clay and Buck to discuss the AI Energy and Innovation Summit and the massive $92 billion in AI and energy investments pouring into Pennsylvania. McCormick emphasizes that AI is the next industrial revolution, with implications for economic growth, national security, and global leadership, particularly in the U.S. battle with China for AI dominance.

The discussion highlights how AI will reshape the American workforce, creating a surge in demand for blue-collar jobs like welders and electricians while simultaneously disrupting white-collar sectors, including software development. McCormick underscores the need for abundant energy resources—natural gas, nuclear, and fossil fuels—to power AI infrastructure, and he praises Pennsylvania’s unique position as a top energy producer.

The conversation also explores the intersection of AI and healthcare, with real-world examples of AI analyzing medical data more efficiently than traditional methods. The hosts and McCormick reflect on the importance of embracing AI innovation while addressing its risks, including privacy and national security concerns.

Later in the hour, Clay and Buck pivot to a cultural critique of late-night television, focusing on the cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show. They argue that Colbert’s shift from comedy to left-wing political commentary alienated audiences and contributed to the broader decline of late-night TV. The hosts contrast this with the rise of comedy podcasts and figures like Shane Gillis, who they praise for delivering edgy, bipartisan humor that avoids the pitfalls of identity politics.

 

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Hour 3 - Riley Gaines Smokes Clay

Hour 3 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show dives deep into the political and cultural battlegrounds shaping America. The hour kicks off with a sharp critique of a Wall Street Journal article, dismissed as misleading, and transitions into a broader discussion on media manipulation and the White House's response, including remarks from Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

A major focus of this hour is Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s declassification of a 2016 Presidential Daily Briefing (PDB), which revealed that Russia did not impact the 2016 election results. Clay and Buck analyze how this contradicts years of mainstream media narratives and reinforce the idea that the Russia collusion story was a politically motivated hoax. They draw parallels to the ongoing Biden cognitive health coverup, emphasizing the psychological and political implications of media-driven misinformation.

The hosts also explore the weaponization of intelligence and the laundering of false narratives through partisan media outlets, highlighting how stories are strategically placed and then cited as independent reporting. This leads to speculation about whether similar tactics are being used to link President Trump to Jeffrey Epstein in an effort to derail his momentum.

In a lighter segment, the show shifts to Stephen Colbert’s announcement of the end of The Late Show, with Clay and Buck arguing that Colbert’s anti-Trump pivot contributed to the collapse of late-night television. They also discuss the defunding of PBS and NPR, advocating for a level playing field in the media marketplace.

The hour takes a humorous turn with a spirited debate over Clay Travis’s ability to swim from Alcatraz to the mainland, sparked by Riley Gaines’ successful swim while 31 weeks pregnant. The segment includes playful jabs from Sean Hannity and Gaines, with Clay pledging to complete the swim next year. The conversation touches on cold water endurance, shark fears, and the symbolic nature of Alcatraz, which President Trump is reportedly considering repurposing as a detention facility.

The hour concludes with a philosophical and political discussion on prison abolition, referencing leftist calls to eliminate prisons and police. Clay and Buck argue that such radical ideas are gaining traction and pose a threat to public safety, drawing a stark contrast with Trump’s law-and-order stance.

 

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Wellness Unmasked Weekly Rundown: Unmasking Menopause & President Trump’s Diagnosis: What You Need to Know

Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down two major medical headlines: President Trump’s newly revealed diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency, and a major shift in how the FDA views menopausal hormone replacement therapy.

Dr. Saphier explains what CVI is, why it’s more common than you think, and what treatments are available. She also dives into the science behind bruising in aging skin — and why the president’s daily aspirin may be playing a role.

Dr. Saphier unpacks a new FDA panel review of outdated black box warnings on hormone therapy. Could this be a turning point in how millions of women treat perimenopause and menopause symptoms?

Wellness Unmasked is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Friday. 

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Buck Brief - We Really Did Vote to Deport Millions of Illegals

Buck Sexton sounds the alarm on a Republican backed immigration proposal that he says amounts to full blown amnesty. Buck takes aim at GOP lawmakers including Rep. Maria Salazar who are now embracing what he calls word games like calling it “dignity” instead of what it is a betrayal of the rule of law. Buck breaks down how the proposal would reward illegal immigration, weaken US sovereignty, and ignore the clear mandate from voters demanding mass deportations and a secure border.

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Buck Brief - We Really Did Vote to Deport Millions of Illegals

Buck Sexton sounds the alarm on a Republican backed immigration proposal that he says amounts to full blown amnesty. Buck takes aim at GOP lawmakers including Rep. Maria Salazar who are now embracing what he calls word games like calling it “dignity” instead of what it is a betrayal of the rule of law. Buck breaks down how the proposal would reward illegal immigration, weaken US sovereignty, and ignore the clear mandate from voters demanding mass deportations and a secure border.

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The Karol Markowicz Show: Exploring Israel Through Journalism with Lahav Harkov

In this episode, Lahav Harkov, a senior political correspondent for Jewish Insider, discusses the complexities of reporting on Israel, the disconnect between local and international news coverage, and the resilience of Israeli society amidst ongoing conflict. Lahav shares personal anecdotes from her journalism career, including unexpected adventures and the challenges of conveying the truth in a polarized media landscape. She expresses optimism for Israel's future and emphasizes the importance of listening to diverse perspectives. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. 

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The Tudor Dixon Podcast: The Inside Scoop on Jeffrey Epstein with Alan Dershowitz

In this episode, Tudor interviews attorney Alan Dershowitz, who discusses the complexities surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case, the legal implications of redacted names, and the importance of transparency in the justice system. Dershowitz emphasizes the need for a thorough investigation into accusations, the role of Ghislaine Maxwell, and the impact of conspiracy theories on public perception. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network. For more visit TudorDixonPodcast.com

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