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Matt Lewis Can't Lose
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Matt Lewis Cant Lose
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The Most Consequential Race of 2026 is in Michigan Tomorrow
Today00:54:57Tap to summarizeIn a deep and thought provoking conversation, veteran journalist Ron Fournier explains why Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary between Rep. Haley Stevens and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed is the true bellwether of 2026 politics — and a microcosm of the Democratic Party’s identity crisis.According to Ron, there are six important dynamics currently playing out in this race:Status Quo vs. ChangeModerate vs. LiberalIsrael vs. PalestineChristian vs. MuslimWomen vs. MenGrit vs. CharismaWe spent time on all six!Don’t miss this terrific conversation. Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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MI Senate Primary Shock: El-Sayed SURGES as Ground Energy Explodes
4d ago00:29:47Tap to summarizeIt's a NOTUS on NOTUS conversation, as Matt welcomes veteran columnist Dana Milbank to the podcast to discuss:— Is Donald Trump pulling the Todd Blanche Attorney General nomination... for now?— Fresh Michigan reporting: Dana finds all the energy and enthusiasm behind Abdul El-Sayed, not Haley Stevens — Wildly conflicting polls: Stevens led by 7, now El-Sayed up by 14 — turnout models are the wild card — Why El-Sayed isn’t the DSA radical disaster conventional wisdom claims: “I’m not a socialist, I’m a capitalist” — Israel divide looms large: $30M AIPAC money for Stevens vs. El-Sayed’s call for full aid cutoff — Broader signal: Is this Democrats’ Tea Party moment as left-wing energy overwhelms the establishment? — Implications for the general election against Mike Rogers and the entire Senate map— Plus, Ross Douthat's move to "60 Minutes," Dana's battle against rumble strips, and more!Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
Transcribe →DSA’s Extreme Platform Exposed: Abolish Senate, SCOTUS, Prisons & ICE — Dems’ Self-Inflicted Wound?
6d ago00:53:40Tap to summarizeOn today's podcast, Charlie Sykes and Matt discuss:— DSA co-chair Megan Romer outlines an agenda that would abolish Senate/presidency/Supreme Court, ICE, borders, prisons; defund Pentagon; mass amnesty— Wisconsin governor primary flashpoint: far-left DSA candidate Francesca Hong risks handing the state to election-denier Tom Tiffany — with 2028 consequences— Gerontocracy crisis: Mitch McConnell’s second “proof of life” photos, and the August 3 deadline for a special election— Sen. John Thune’s rare pushback on the filibuster and Trump’s “Save America” bill as scapegoat theater— Elon Musk crash-out: SpaceX/Tesla valuation free-fall, that Economist interview, and DOGE hypocrisy (“money won’t matter in 10 years”)— White House Correspondents’ Dinner disaster: predictable humiliation, Trump’s ugly attacks on Kaitlin Collins, and the bad Kristen Welker/Stephen Miller optics:— Matt's broader warning: Democrats must focus on winning the House, Senate, and key governorships — or risk losing the Republic— And much MUCH more!Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Why Haley Stevens’ Viral Meltdown Made Her a Star (Michigan Senate Primary Breakdown)
2w ago00:57:19Tap to summarizeDuring today's podcast discussion, Chris Cillizza and Matt discussed:— Rep. Haley Stevens was ambushed by TMZ. She leaned hard into her Matt Foley / “van down by the river” energy — and it worked!— Why leaning into the turn (and her real Michigan accent) is smart politics in the authenticity era— The upcoming Michigan Senate Democratic primary (Aug 4): Stevens vs. Abdul El-Sayed — who actually wins?— The Wisconsin DSA primary threat — and what it signals nationally— Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff’s breakout as the fighter Democrats NEED.— The generic ballot reality check (thanks to viewers who informed me that Dems are back up BIGLY in the generic ballot), Trump’s low approvals, and why midterms will punish the White House— Ben Sasse’s grace, Tim Russert has alrady been forgotten by Gen Z, and MUCH more.*** PLUS: Matt's latest NOTUS column, “In Defense of Nixonmaxxing.” https://www.notus.org/perspectives/in-defense-of-nixonmaxxingSubscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Trump May Shield Tate Brothers from Rape/ Trafficking Extradition — Dark Turn for MAGA Masculinity
2w ago00:55:41Tap to summarizeOn today's podcast, Charlie Sykes and Matt discuss:— Andrew and Tristan Tate accused of choking women unconscious then raping them — will Trump block extradition to UK?— Why young men (and Barron Trump?) are drawn to these man-o-sphere “dominance” influencers— Trump’s pattern: protecting allies, flirting with pardons for Diddy/Maxwell, and his own E. Jean Carroll liability— Democratic 2026 Senate primaries imploding in Michigan & Wisconsin — socialism vs. electability— Those John Fetterman party-switch rumors could flip Senate control— Lindsey Graham’s sister running for his seat — Trump plays golf and gets booed at World Cup while Middle East war escalates with U.S. deaths— Todd Blanche confirmation fight, DOJ weaponization fears, and post-truth corruption— And MUCH more!Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Trump’s Primetime Address on The 2020 Election Is a Miss — Why It Could Cost Republicans in 2026
3w ago00:56:29Tap to summarizeOn today's podcast conversation, independent journalist Chris Cillizza and Matt Lewis of NOTUS discuss:— Why Trump’s planned primetime speech on election integrity and the Save America Act is the wrong message right now— Wild 2020 conspiracy theories revisited (Italygate, Dominion, etc.) and why they’re a political dead end— What he should be talking about: the big beautiful bill, housing, inflation, and Iran— Decision Desk HQ Senate forecast: A 50-50 most likely outcome in the Senate, with Michigan & Maine as must-wins!— Michigan Democratic primary: Abdul El-Sayed vs. Haley Stevens. Stevens is up in the latest poll, but who really has the edge?— Confirmation hearing drama, Pete Hegseth’s testosterone testing, and more— Book recs: Joan Didion’s Slouching Towards Bethlehem, underrated Stephen King novels.Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Charlie Sykes on Lindsey Graham’s Sad End: From McCain Maverick to Trump Enabler
3w ago00:47:35Tap to summarizeOn this week’s podcast, Charlie Sykes joins Matt for a no-holds-barred look at Lindsey Graham’s legacy after his death, and much more, including:— Did Graham actually protect Ukraine and NATO—or just rationalize Trump’s Putin appeasement?— The sad reality of Graham’s “relevance” strategy and what it cost American conservatism— All the conspiracy theories swirling around Graham and Sen. Mitch McConnell— Todd Blanche’s Attorney General confirmation hearings are coming up at a time when there’s already a slim GOP majority.— The latest ICE shooting in Maine— A preview of Donald Trump’s upcoming 2020 “stolen election” speech— Crazy Victor Marx wins Colorado’s GOP primary— White House Correspondents Dinner hypocrisy— And MUCH more!Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Platner’s Dramatic Dropout, McConnell’s Hospital Mystery & Why Trump Broke Politics
4w ago00:50:58Tap to summarizeOn this week’s Substack LIVE conversation, Chris Cillizza and talk about the following topics:— Graham Platner exits the Maine Senate race after serious sexual assault allegations. We dissect why he won the primary anyway and what it says about populist vetting. — In his 11-minute exit video, Platner takes zero responsibility and blames the establishment— Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14. We finally got some updates from Sen. John Thune and Scott Jennings, but conspiracy theories are alive and well. Is this the sad end of a consequential career?— Democrats & the “death of expertise”: Do parties need stronger gatekeepers and smoke-filled rooms (Jonathan Rauch style) to avoid another Platner? We debate Trump’s one-of-one effect on norms.— Iran strikes & Strait of Hormuz: Gas prices, Trump’s foreign policy loop, and why this could haunt the midterms.— Baseball bonus: Orioles buyers or sellers? Nats stand pat? Trade deadline talk.— And MUCH more!Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Dems RIGGED 2016 Against Bernie: Top Strategist Admits He Would’ve BEATEN Trump
4w ago00:45:58Tap to summarizeOn today's podcast, Matt shares his interview on MSNOW's "Way Too Early" about his NOTUS column, "Dear Fellow Conservatives: Stop Conflating Socialism with Communism." Then, he interviews political consultant Tad Devine about his new book, "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie." (Note: This author interview was pre-recorded before the latest Graham Platner scandal broke.)Read Matt's NOTUS column: https://www.notus.org/perspectives/dear-fellow-conservatives-stop-conflating-socialism-with-communismGet "How the Democrats Screwed Bernie": https://www.amazon.com/dp/1668232286?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallbackSubscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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Graham Platner’s Collapse: Dems Forced to Confront Character After Rape Allegation Rocks Senate Race
4w ago00:46:18Tap to summarizeOn today's action-packed podcast, Charlie Sykes and Matt discuss:— Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner faces credible rape allegation just weeks after winning the nomination — top Democrats, including Ro Khanna and Elizabeth Warren, are calling on him to drop out. — How this spectacular and predictable collapse could change the battle for Senate control — Democrats’ dilemma: Can they replace Platner without looking like they’re anointing another candidate? Lessons from 2024— Trump’s “curse” strikes again: US Soccer star reinstated after Trump personally lobbies FIFA — America’s World Cup goodwill ruined— Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized with cardiac arrest — what his prolonged absence means for the narrow GOP Senate majority— Former Trump fixer Michael Cohen reconciles with Trump after years as a Never Trumper — Charlie and I react!— Plus: Ted Cruz Supreme Court joke, why character & corruption are back on the table, and more!Subscribe to Matt Lewis on Substack: https://mattklewis.substack.com/Support Matt Lewis at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattlewisreels/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's books: FILTHY RICH POLITICIANS: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416TOO DUMB TO FAIL: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Revolution-Conservative/dp/0316383937Copyright © 2026, BBL & BWL, LLC
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