The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show — Hour 2: Are There Six Sexes?

Date: March 4, 2026
Podcast Host: iHeartPodcasts

Episode Overview

In this episode, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton take on wide-ranging political and cultural topics with their signature mix of analysis and irreverent banter. The main focus lands on a viral moment involving Texas Democrat James Talarico’s claim that there are "six sexes," sparking a deep-dive debate into biological sex, gender identity, and the politics of such statements—especially in conservative Texas. The hosts also tackle U.S.-Iran relations, Democratic Party infighting in Texas, the increasing role of technology in warfare, cultural divides, and throw in comic relief with Tesla jabs and a guest appearance from Jesse Kelly.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. U.S.-Iran Conflict and Travel Risks (00:47 – 04:44)

• Buck Sexton reflects on recent military actions against Iran, emphasizing U.S. air superiority and suggesting that a political resolution will eventually be required.
• The hosts veer into a humorous but pragmatic discussion about travel safety for Americans—especially media figures—in adversarial countries:
  • Buck: "North Korea, certainly only in an official capacity, not as a civilian... Everyone thinks that our government's going to have their back and take care of things... The State Department's pretty busy. You do not want to be relying on some embassy bureaucrats."
  • They joke about what might happen if one of them were kidnapped in North Korea and compare traveling under Trump vs. Biden administrations.
• Quote (Buck, 04:51):
  "I think Biden would let us rot for a while. I really do. I think either of us. I think that's just the nature of America today, unfortunately, that the Democrats are so partisan on this stuff that they would want to make an example anyway."

2. The "Six Sexes" Controversy: Science or Political Theater? (04:44 – 12:51)

• The centerpiece of the hour is James Talarico’s assertion, captured from a 2021 statement, claiming “there are six biological sexes” (05:58).
  • Buck and Clay dissect the statement, expressing skepticism, confusion, and mocking incredulity.
• Quote (Talarico, 05:58):
  "Modern science obviously recognizes that there are many more than two biological sexes. In fact, there are six, which, honestly, Representative Hefner, surprised me too."
• The hosts try to enumerate what those six sexes would be—male, female, trans, non-binary, intersex, and hermaphrodite—finding the categorization confusing and unscientific.
• They clarify the difference between chromosomal abnormalities (e.g., XXY, XYY) and the separate issue of gender identity.
  • Buck (10:00): "In this case, his six sexes, he's talking about chromosomal abnormalities. So it's actually not... gender identity. He's talking about things like XX is female, XY is male, XXY is Klinefelter syndrome, etc."
  • Clay (12:05): “Here are a couple of other examples of this guy being crazy, by the way... He says trans people need abortions too. Woman is not an exhaustive term.”

3. Progressive Politics in Conservative Texas (12:05 – 13:41)

• The hosts predict Talarico's “radical” positions will not play well in Texas, predicting a major Republican win.
• Clay notes the surfacing of old video opposition research post-nomination signals Democrats were hiding Talarico’s true political profile:
  • Clay (13:41): "There's actually a lot of crazy out there from him. And I don't think it's coincidental that he wins the nomination and suddenly you're starting to see all of the opposition research that's been done on him."
• They encourage Democrats to “waste” outside money on a race that they see as unwinnable.

4. Comic Relief: Tesla Rivalries and Listener Banter (17:04 – 19:53)

• Clay shares his excitement over his new Tesla, triggering a wave of jabs from the audience and Jesse Kelly.
• Buck expresses skepticism about the desirability of autonomous driving and raises concerns about increasing government control over technology (and crypto).

5. Jesse Kelly Joins: Texas Politics and GOP Infighting (21:08 – 28:27)

• Jesse Kelly, frequent guest and Texas commentator, joins to weigh in on several topics:
  • Mourns his failed endorsement of Jasmine Crockett, adding comedic flair.
  • Declares Talarico "no threat at all":
    • Jesse Kelly (23:18): "He's one of these guys. He's a state rep here. People aren't going to know him, but they'll start to know him now that he's going to get national recognition. But he's well known here as being a far left loon... He is going to get curb stomped in November."
  • Warns that if Trump endorses John Cornyn against Ken Paxton, it could disappoint the conservative base.
  • Gives analysis of Dan Crenshaw’s political troubles, attributing it to "bristly" personal interactions.
• Tesla banter escalates, with Jesse ribbing Clay for the purchase:
  • Jesse (26:10): "Every man needs something to hop in when he has to go pick up some tampons at CVS..."

6. Modern Warfare & Public Attention Spans (28:35 – 32:17)

• The hosts and Jesse Kelly discuss the changing nature of war, with less troop deployment and more “video game” remote strikes:
  • Jesse (29:09): "Iran is finished. The regime is finished... We can fly planes from Iowa and bomb Iran..."
  • They agree that for the American public, war is now “something you watch on your phone…when you’re the one doing the winning, it feels really, really good.”
  • However, Jesse notes Americans quickly lose interest:
    • Jesse (31:10): "Iran is going to be hot for a week, and then no matter what else is still going on, the American people are going to move on. The television show is going to get old..."

7. Cultural Rifts: "Normal Guys" & the Media (32:17 – 34:05)

• Closing with cultural commentary, the trio critiques media and Democratic approaches to masculinity, referencing blowback over the U.S. men’s hockey team phone call:
  • Jesse (33:04):
    "For normal people, well, look at the Democrat numbers with men. This is why men have fled the Democrat party...They're tired of being talked down to for just being a normal dude."

8. Updates From the White House and Listener Feedback (36:23 – 38:23)

• The show relays White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt's statements on U.S. nuclear negotiations with Iran (36:23).
• Playful listener call-ins poke fun at Clay’s North Korea and Alcatraz ambitions and urge a return to Talarico’s “six sexes” gaffe.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (w/ Timestamps)

• Buck (04:51): "I think Biden would let us rot for a while. I really do."
• Talarico (05:58): "Modern science obviously recognizes that there are many more than two biological sexes. In fact, there are six..."
• Clay (07:03): "Yes, of course. I think I'm actually making the pro trans. I thought the whole trans argument is that they're actually just the sex that they claim they are."
• Buck (10:00): "He's talking about things like X, Y is male, XX is female...These are all scientific or medical realities. They're very, very rare. None of this has anything to do with the gender identity discussion or debate that the left is obsessed with."
• Jesse Kelly (23:18): "[Talarico] is going to get curb stomped in November...He has no chance whatsoever. The things he says will go over like a turd in a punch bowl in Texas."
• Jesse Kelly (26:10): "Every man needs something to hop in when he has to go pick up some tampons at CVS."
• Jesse Kelly (29:09): "Iran is finished. The regime is finished. We clearly know where everyone is, where everything of significance is right now. It's going to be a very enjoyable television show for Americans."
• Jesse Kelly (31:10): "Iran is going to be hot for a week, and then no matter what else is still going on, the American people are going to move on."
• Jesse Kelly (33:04): "They're tired of being talked down to for just being a normal dude."
• Clay (13:41): "There's actually a lot of crazy out there from him [Talarico]. And I don't think it's coincidental that he wins the nomination and suddenly you're starting to see all of the opposition research that's been done on him."

Timestamps for Major Segments

• 00:47 – 04:44: U.S.-Iran relations, travel safety for Americans overseas
• 04:44 – 12:51: The "six sexes" debate: Scientific merit and political fallout
• 12:51 – 13:41: Talarico's politics in Texas context; Democrat strategy
• 17:04 – 19:53: Tesla banter, listener responses, technology & liberty
• 21:08 – 28:27: Jesse Kelly on Texas primary, Trump endorsements, Cornyn, and Crenshaw
• 28:35 – 32:17: The changing nature of war, American attention spans
• 32:17 – 34:05: Media and masculinity, cultural blowbacks
• 36:23 – 38:23: White House Iran negotiations update, listener feedback, show wrap

Tone & Style

The episode is conversational and irreverent, blending sharp political critique with joking asides. Clay and Buck maintain a free-wheeling rhythm, and the addition of Jesse Kelly brings a rowdy camaraderie and regional insight, especially pertinent to Texas politics. They mix pop culture, policy, audience participation, and moments of heated skepticism—all with a self-assured, conservative perspective.

Useful For

• Listeners tracking Texas’s political climate and national implications.
• Those following the ongoing gender/sex debate in American politics.
• Fans of lively, mixing-politics-and-pop-culture right-leaning radio.
• Anyone seeking to understand how viral moments influence election cycles.

For additional analysis on current events, return for Hour 3 with updates from Israel and further Texas results.