The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

Hour 2: "Nothing is Impossible" – March 10, 2026

Episode Overview

In this hour, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton focus on the high-stakes Senate race in North Carolina with special guest Michael Watley, discuss national issues like oil prices and the border crisis, and interview Fox News’ Shannon Bream about her new book and pending Supreme Court decisions. Commentary is sharp, humorous, and fast-paced, dissecting both statewide and national topics with political insight.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Oil Prices and Commodities Volatility

[03:06–04:43]

• Recent dramatic drop in oil prices—largest in four years—sparks conversation about market panic and rapid rebound.
• Commentary on media narratives: “We're on to the next narrative, whatever it may be. After a one day 'everybody's going to collapse because we’re not going to be able to pay for oil and gas' narrative.” – Clay Travis [03:26]
• Commodities speculation is highlighted as risky, pointing out investor losses from market swings.

2. North Carolina Senate Race Deep Dive – Guest: Michael Watley (R)

[04:49–17:13]

• Michael Watley, North Carolina GOP Chair and current Senate candidate, breaks down his platform versus Roy Cooper (D).
• Watley stresses party unity post-primary and frames the election as a choice between "a conservative champion...an ally for President Trump" and Roy Cooper, who "will fight harder for criminals and illegal aliens than he is for the people of North Carolina." [05:30]
• Covers hurricane recovery, accusing Cooper and Biden of inaction on Hurricane Helene, contrasting with "the largest recovery effort by the federal government in North Carolina history." [06:45]
• On gender in sports, Watley criticizes Cooper’s record of vetoing bills to “keep woke out of schools, boys out of girls sports and men’s out of women’s locker rooms.” [08:18]
• Immigration and border security: Watley commits to supporting Trump’s enforcement and claims Cooper vetoed bills to remove criminal illegal aliens.
• Election strategy: Watley details targeting low-propensity Republican voters and winning suburban, college-educated swing voters by “mak[ing] the conversation about crazy versus common sense.” [10:16]
• Economics: Defends Trump-era tax cuts, accusing Cooper of wanting to expand Medicaid and raise taxes. Watley proposes pro-growth policies focusing on manufacturing, small businesses, and bringing down housing costs through market incentives and Trump-backed programs. [13:10]
• Anticipates the race will be the “most expensive Senate race in history,” projecting over $600 million will be spent. [15:20]
  • Quote: "This is going to be the most expensive Senate race in the history of the country." – Michael Watley [15:20]
  • Watley appeals for national support at his campaign website.

3. Call-in & Listener Q&A: Oil & Global Markets

[23:47–25:55]

• Responding to Massachusetts listener “Brian” and New Yorker “Dan” on why oil prices remain volatile even with high U.S. production: oil is traded globally and affected by international supply/demand, geopolitical fear, and actions by players like Saudi Arabia.
• Buck and Clay explain price controls, profit margins for producers, and the global nature of the oil market.

4. Shannon Bream Interview: The Supreme Court & Her New Book

[28:02–39:29]

• Book Segment: Bream’s new release, Nothing Is Impossible With God, seeks to inspire with “stories from the Bible…to have this theme of overcoming” and personal perseverance. [29:16]
• Supreme Court Watch:
  • Major decision expected soon on Louisiana redistricting; possible national ripple effects if the timing allows changes before the midterms. [28:02]
  • Bream debunks rumors of imminent Justice retirements, but acknowledges political timing could matter: “It's D.C.'s favorite parlor game…to figure out what they're going to do.” [36:06]
  • Discussion of unresolved Supreme Court leak in Dobbs decision, with Bream noting critics wanted a DOJ investigation, but “it feels like that just went nowhere.” [33:56]
  • On upcoming redistricting/gerrymandering decisions: the court’s timing could intentionally or unintentionally affect the 2026 election cycle. [32:46]
  • On tariff refund litigation: framework for repayments is pending, but many companies are still suing for their money. [30:18]
  • Confirmation speculation: Markets have a 60% confidence in a Supreme Court confirmation before 2027; Alito seen as possible retiree, “but they're not dummies about the political calculation.” [38:06]
• Closing: Bream receives strong praise from Clay and Buck for her work and the book.

5. Listener Calls & Book Review Testimonial

[45:34–48:03]

• “Frank from California” calls in to credit Buck’s book with converting a family member’s political views after he paid her to read it. Buck and Clay riff on the editing process and historical anecdotes cut from the book, including Soviet propaganda stories.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Oil Market Panic and Media Shifts:
  “After a one day, 'everybody's going to collapse because we're not going to be able to pay for oil and gas' narrative.” – Clay Travis [03:26]
• On the Senate Race Stakes:
  "This is going to be the most expensive Senate race in the history of the country." – Michael Watley [15:20]
• On Party Messaging:
  “[Swing voters] want a conversation about crazy versus common sense…They supported President Trump in this last election cycle because he was the common sense candidate.” – Michael Watley [10:16]
• On Being Apolitical at the Supreme Court:
  “They want the Court to be viewed as apolitical as possible. They don't want to get involved in looking like they're putting a weight on the scale.” – Shannon Bream [32:46]
• On Supreme Court Retirement Rumors:
  "Justices Thomas and Alito have both hired their clerks...no rumblings anybody's actually thinking about it...June could be a very interesting month on that front." – Shannon Bream [36:06]
• On Book Inspiration:
  “All of us get up against something in life that...will make us feel a little overwhelmed. That's the common thread in all of these stories.” – Shannon Bream [29:16]
• Listener Testimonial:
  “Your book turned a 21 year old university-going commie into a patriot.” – Frank from California [45:45]

Important Segment Timestamps

• [03:06] – Oil market crash and narrative cycles
• [04:49] – Michael Watley (NC Senate candidate) interview begins
• [05:30] – Watley: state of the North Carolina race & Trump alliance
• [06:45] – Post-hurricane recovery critique: Cooper vs. Trump response
• [08:18] – Gender in sports and vetoed legislation
• [08:56] – Immigration/border security policy differences
• [10:16] – Election strategy: Turnout and swing voters
• [13:10] – Economic policies: tax cuts vs. spending, housing market
• [15:20] – $600M projected Senate race spending discussed
• [28:02] – Shannon Bream discusses Supreme Court calendar
• [29:16] – Bream describes the “Nothing is Impossible with God” book
• [32:46] – Supreme Court redistricting ruling timing and impact
• [33:56] – Updates (or not) on Supreme Court Dobbs decision leak
• [36:06] – Rumors/speculation of Supreme Court retirements
• [45:45] – Listener call on book’s political impact
• [47:09] – Behind-the-scenes on book editing & Soviet history anecdotes

Summary Conclusions

This hour is a blend of sharp political analysis, insider campaign strategy, and cultural commentary, all delivered with the hosts’ signature wit and confidence. The interviews with Michael Watley and Shannon Bream are especially rich, giving listeners an insider’s view of both electoral and judicial battles set to shape 2026—and beyond. Listeners come away with a clear sense of the stakes in North Carolina’s Senate race, the ongoing cultural skew around sports and gender, anxieties about oil and global markets, and what to watch for in upcoming Supreme Court decisions. The hour ends with warm listener engagement and behind-the-scenes stories, reinforcing Clay and Buck’s reputation for creating an informed, conversational, and entertaining conservative talk environment.