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The Tony Kinnett Cast
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The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's flagship program, with a new episode weeknights at 7PM Eastern, featuring national news, politics, commentary, interviews, and analysis from a Hoosier's commonsense, middle-of-the-country perspective.
In under a year, Kinnett's equal parts broadcast and podcast has grown from a small radio show on 93WIBC Indianapolis to a nationally syndicated simulcast on radio, TV, and livestreaming services around the nation. Now you can enjoy the best The Daily Signal content from its senior investigative columnist every weeknight here, our livestreams on YouTube, X, and Facebook, or wherever one of our syndicated stations is on air!
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Ep. 602 - Democrat Scandals Torch Midterms, US Strikes Iran's Bridges, Trump to Address Nation
Yesterday01:26:41Summary readyThe U.S. has now struck Iran for six straight nights, and Tehran is warning it will "crush" regional infrastructure if Trump follows through on threats to hit bridges and power plants next. President Trump addresses the nation tonight as the war intensifies. Meanwhile, Democrats are in full meltdown mode heading into the midterms — a new DOJ probe is closing in on Marxist billionaire Neville Roy Singham, and Sen. Ruben Gallego is facing fresh scrutiny over "sexual in nature" misconduct allegations, becoming the latest Democrat swept up in the Platner-Swalwell scandal wave. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - The U.S. strikes Iran for a sixth consecutive night as Tehran threatens to "crush" regional infrastructure if Trump follows through on hitting bridges and power plants — this war just went further than ever - A federal grand jury escalates its investigation into Marxist billionaire Neville Roy Singham, the financier behind CodePink and a sprawling network of far-left American groups - Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosts a 60-nation summit targeting Antifa and the "resurgence of political terrorism" on the global far-left - Sen. Ruben Gallego becomes the latest Democrat swept into scandal, facing new allegations of misconduct "sexual in nature" from Rep. Anna Paulina Luna — following the Platner and Swalwell playbook - President Trump addresses the nation tonight on the escalating Iran war - Shots are fired at an ICE facility in Phoenix as the agency fast-tracks body camera deployment nationwide following the Maine and Houston shootings The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 601 - Iran Unveils New Kamikaze Drones as US Nears Kharg Island, is Cuba Next? Blanche Fights the Senate
2d ago01:29:42Summary readyIran is turning Kharg Island into a fortified drone kill-zone as the U.S. weighs a possible operation to seize the strategic oil hub — and Iran isn't the only regime in the crosshairs. Pentagon planners are actively drawing up options for Cuba, with the Nimitz carrier strike group parked in the Caribbean and July 26 — Cuba's own revolution anniversary — looming as a date of interest. Meanwhile, Acting AG Todd Blanche is fighting for his confirmed life in a brutal Senate Judiciary hearing today. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - Iran unveils new kamikaze drones and fortifies Kharg Island as the U.S. Navy edges closer to a possible seizure of the strategic oil-export island - Is Cuba next? Pentagon officials continue drawing up options for a potential military operation against Havana as the naval buildup in the Caribbean grows - Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and DNI nominee Jay Clayton both face brutal grillings in back-to-back Senate confirmation hearings — with Graham's death leaving the Judiciary Committee razor-thin - All Senate Democrats but one skip a "Exposing Fraud in America" hearing featuring Nick Shirley and James O'Keefe - Abdul El-Sayed, James Talarico, and Democrats across the map face a growing identity crisis as the DSA implodes on itself - ICE resumes vehicle stops after a brief pause following the Biddeford shooting — we cover the latest twists in the case Text TONY to 83848 or go to JoinADF.com/TONY to have your first donation doubled by a special matching grant—while funds last! The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 600 - BREAKING: US Fleet Moves in as Hormuz Burns, Jack Smith Caught in Perjury, Marco Rubio Targets ICC
3d ago01:32:04Summary readyThe U.S. Navy has reimposed its blockade on Iranian ports and continues its fourth consecutive night of strikes as Iran retaliates by hitting tankers and allies across the Gulf, including Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE. Meanwhile, bombshell new DOJ records show former Special Counsel Jack Smith's team secretly reviewed the text messages of 44 members of Congress — directly contradicting Smith's own sworn testimony that his team never looked at message content. And Secretary of State Marco Rubio just launched an all-out campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, brick by brick. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - The U.S. Navy reimposes its blockade on Iranian ports and strikes Iran for a fourth straight night as Tehran retaliates against Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE — with Iran suspected of using cluster munitions against civilian and commercial targets across the Gulf - New DOJ records show Jack Smith's investigative team secretly reviewed the text messages of 44 members of Congress from both parties, directly contradicting his own sworn deposition testimony — Sen. Grassley says Smith has "answering to do" before the Judiciary Committee - Secretary of State Marco Rubio launches a sweeping campaign to "dismantle" the International Criminal Court and pushes back against the UN over its handling of international law - Hearings on Capitol Hill turn into a total dumpster fire as tempers flare across both chambers - GUEST: Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) joins LIVE to discuss the SAVE America Act, ending birth tourism, and the legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham - The DSA implodes on itself after its national leadership overturns its own convention and blocks a member-wide vote on endorsing a 2028 presidential candidate — the socialist base is furious In honor of America’s 250th, CovePure is giving my audience $250 off if you use my link, CovePure.com/TONYK. Don’t wait. The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 599 - BREAKING: US Seizing Hormuz, New Strikes on Iran, Riots Erupt in Maine, Socialists' Abuse Scandals
4d ago01:28:04Summary readyTonight on The Tony Kinnett Cast — live at 7PM ET on The Daily Signal's YouTube channel. President Trump has notified Congress that hostilities with Iran have officially resumed, and he'll address the nation Thursday night as U.S. strikes continue "today and tomorrow" at minimum. Meanwhile, riots broke out in Maine today after an ICE agent shot a man in self-defense when he tried to run over federal officers with his vehicle — protesters stormed Senator Susan Collins' office in the chaos. And the socialist left's scandal season isn't slowing down: Zohran Mamdani is standing by an adviser tied to Graham Platner's collapsed campaign, even as new questions swirl around New York City's rising misconduct numbers. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - President Trump notifies Congress that fighting with Iran has resumed and announces a primetime address to the nation Thursday — the U.S. Navy has launched a fresh wave of strikes set to continue at least through tomorrow - Rioters storm Senator Susan Collins' Maine office after an ICE agent shoots a man in self-defense during an attempted vehicle-ramming incident - Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he'll keep working with adviser Morris Katz despite DSA members demanding he cut ties over Katz's role steering Graham Platner's imploded campaign — as New York City's own numbers on rising incidents draw fresh scrutiny - Rep. Ro Khanna gets mocked online and by Israeli officials after his West Bank "detention" story falls apart under scrutiny - The nation reacts to the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham — his sister Darline Graham Nordone is appointed to finish his term, even as ugly celebration from parts of the online left draws bipartisan condemnation The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. To support the Alliance Defending Freedom, text TONY to 83848 or go to JoinADF.com/TONY to have your first donation doubled by a special matching grant—while funds last. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 598 - US Marines Ready in Strait of Hormuz, Platner Withdraws in Tantrum, NYC Fraud Exposed
1w ago01:35:05Summary readyTwo full Marine Expeditionary Units and their amphibious ready groups are now positioned in the Middle East as Washington's patience with Iran runs out — nearly 50,000 U.S. service members are in the region as strikes continue into their fourth day. Meanwhile, Graham Platner finally made it official today, filing his withdrawal from the Maine Senate race — but not before delivering a grievance-soaked farewell blaming everyone except himself. And Nick Shirley's fraud investigations just scored another big win: a Minnesota daycare operator he exposed on camera has now pleaded guilty to wire fraud. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - U.S. Marines and Navy amphibious ready groups are positioned in the Strait of Hormuz as nearly 50,000 American troops sit in the region and Washington demands Iran stand down for good - Graham Platner officially files his withdrawal letter from the Maine Senate race — after a farewell message blaming the media, the "establishment," and everyone but himself - Nick Shirley and CMS Administrator Dr. Oz's fraud-exposure campaign scores another win as a Minneapolis daycare operator caught in Shirley's viral video pleads guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy — while Shirley's team is now digging into fraud in New York City - The latest on the ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas as the case draws in Mexico's president and demands for an independent investigation - Black Democrats across the South tell Politico they feel abandoned by the DNC as redistricting threatens to wipe out a historic share of their congressional seats The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. New episodes live at 7PM ET weeknights. Watch Nick Shirley's New New York City Fraud documentary here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ji3KpgOT0zM Sign ADF’s petition to protect female sports now! Visit JoinADF.com/TONY or text TONY to 83848 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 597 - Iran Offers $100 Million for Assassinations, Treason in NYC, Platner Panic hits Michigan
1w ago01:32:37Summary readyTonight on The Tony Kinnett Cast — live at 7PM ET on The Daily Signal's YouTube channel. Day 3 of renewed U.S. strikes on Iran is underway, with American forces pushing further into Iranian territory as a massive banner offering a $100 million reward for President Trump's life went up in Qom this week — part of a broader wave of regime-linked threats against top U.S. and Israeli officials. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party's implosion is spreading well beyond Maine: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is stoking outrage over a fatal ICE encounter in Houston that's now become a genuine diplomatic standoff with Mexico, and in Michigan, Senate frontrunner Abdul El-Sayed is facing fresh scrutiny over his wealth and his past comments on police funding. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - U.S. strikes push deeper into Iran on Day 3 of renewed action, as a banner offering a $100 million reward for President Trump appears in Qom amid escalating regime threats against top American and Israeli officials - Mayor Zohran Mamdani amplifies outrage over the death of Mexican national Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who ICE says rammed an agent's vehicle and tried to run over an officer before being shot — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum now threatens legal action against the U.S. - The Democratic implosion spreads to Michigan, where Senate frontrunner Abdul El-Sayed faces new scrutiny for delaying financial disclosures about his wealth and for past comments on police funding that contradict his campaign denials The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. New episodes live at 7PM ET weeknights. 🎙 Apple Podcasts 🎙 Spotify 💬 Discord 📩 Contact Tony 🌐 The Daily Signal Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 596 - BREAKING: Platner Suspends Campaign, US Striking Iran, Hormuz on Fire, FBI Arrests 113 Active Spies
1w ago01:48:25Summary readyThe ceasefire with Iran is unraveling in real time. The U.S. launched a fresh wave of strikes tonight — hitting more than 80 targets including Kharg Island, Bandar Abbas, and Qeshm Island — after Iran attacked commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump is now threatening to seize Kharg Island outright and hit Iran's power and desalination infrastructure if Tehran doesn't back down. Meanwhile, FBI Director Kash Patel says the Bureau has arrested 113 active spies operating inside the United States, and the migrant housing crisis is colliding head-on with the 2026 midterms. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - A new wave of U.S. airstrikes hits deep into Iran — Kharg Island, Bandar Abbas, and more — as President Trump threatens to seize Kharg Island and take out Iran's civilian power infrastructure if the attacks on Hormuz shipping continue - FBI Director Kash Patel announces 113 active spies have been arrested inside the U.S. - The migrant housing crisis intensifies as new data backs up VP JD Vance's long-running claim that mass illegal immigration drove up housing costs — what the administration is doing about it now - The Oversight Project moves to force the release of immigration and deportation data through a new lawsuit, demanding transparency the administration has resisted - President Trump threatens to cut off all trade with Spain after Madrid refuses to meet NATO's new 5% defense spending target and blocks U.S. use of its bases for the Iran campaign - Steve Cortes joins LIVE to break down new polling on the midterms — including how the migrant housing fight could reshape the map The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. Sign ADF’s petition to protect female sports now! Visit JoinADF.com/TONY or text TONY to 83848 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 595 - BREAKING: US Striking Iran, Explosions Over Hormuz, Platner Holds Maine Hostage, Scandals Get Worse
1w ago01:29:44Summary readyGraham Platner's Senate campaign is collapsing in real time — even Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani have now called for him to step aside, but Platner is reportedly refusing to go quietly and setting conditions of his own before he'll consider it. Meanwhile Marjorie Taylor Greene sparked a fiery clash with the hosts of The View after questioning the timing of the misconduct claims against him. On the international front, Iran struck multiple commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz — including a Qatari tanker — just as President Trump landed in Ankara for a high-stakes NATO summit. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - Graham Platner reportedly refuses to drop his Senate bid without conditions, even as Bernie Sanders, Zohran Mamdani, Chuck Schumer, and the Maine Democratic Party all call for him to step aside — replacement names like Troy Jackson are already circling - Marjorie Taylor Greene clashes with The View's hosts after questioning the timing of the allegations against Platner, calling the situation an "establishment political hit job" - Iran strikes multiple commercial vessels — including a Qatari LNG tanker — near the Strait of Hormuz, raising the maritime threat level to "severe" just as President Trump arrives in Ankara for the NATO summit - Loudoun County and other Virginia school districts continue defying the Supreme Court's Title IX ruling on sex-based facilities, setting up fresh legal battles - Manufacturing continues its historic reshoring wave as major companies keep shifting production back to American soil The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. New episodes live at 7PM ET weeknights. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 594 - BREAKING: Graham Platner is DONE, Democrats Panic Over New Scandal & Trump Wins on FIFA's Red Card
2w ago01:07:28Summary readyMaine Senate candidate Graham Platner is reportedly on the verge of dropping out of his race just days before the July 13 ballot deadline, as a bombshell new breaking & entering and deeply disturbing allegations from a woman who once dated him sends his campaign into freefall — canceled events, panicked allies, and Democrats scrambling to save a seat they thought was a lock. Meanwhile, President Trump notched a win as FIFA reversed course on Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, clearing him to play tonight against Belgium — and somehow Democrats found a way to be mad about that too. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - Graham Platner appears headed for the exits after a new, credible misconduct allegation — complete with corroborating messages — surfaces just before Maine's July 13 withdrawal deadline; allies are pulling support fast - President Trump intervenes and FIFA suspends Folarin Balogun's red-card ban, clearing the American star to face Belgium tonight in the Round of 16 — Belgium is furious, and somehow so are Democrats - Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a fiery Independence Day speech attacking American exceptionalism while President Trump warns of a resurgent "communist menace" in his own Mount Rushmore address — two wildly different visions of America's 250th - The latest on the Middle East: the Iran ceasefire framework remains shaky as U.S. and Iranian officials continue talks in Doha over the Strait of Hormuz The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 593 - Democrat-Run Cities Fly the Somali Flag & Pardon Criminals, Americans Celebrate Our 250th
2w ago01:26:13Summary readySocialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani told 8 million sweltering New Yorkers to set their AC to 78 degrees to save the grid — and the internet responded with exactly the mockery you'd expect. Meanwhile in Minnesota, Gov. Tim Walz and AG Keith Ellison pardoned a man who repeatedly assaulted a 10-year-old girl, wiping his record clean just days before ICE was set to deport him. This is who Democrats are protecting. TONIGHT'S RUNDOWN: - Mayor Zohran Mamdani tells New Yorkers to set thermostats to 78 degrees amid a brutal heat wave — DeSantis, Stefanik, Huckabee Sanders, and half the internet roast him as the "warmth of collectivism" meets the reality of socialist energy policy - Gov. Tim Walz and AG Keith Ellison pardon Tou Lue Vang, a Laotian illegal alien convicted of repeatedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl — wiping his record just a week before his scheduled ICE deportation - Global stock market cap hits a record $166 trillion - The U.S. survives a controversial red card to beat Bosnia 2-0 and advance to the Round of 16 — plus more pro-American fare as the country gears up for America's 250th on July 4th - New polling shows Americans deeply unsettled by the socialist and Islamist surge in recent primaries — spelling serious trouble for Democrats heading into the general election - GUEST: Kevin Roberts of the Heritage Foundation joins LIVE for a special Fourth of July message The Tony Kinnett Cast is The Daily Signal's nightly flagship show, hosted by national correspondent Tony Kinnett — covering the day's biggest stories with analysis, commentary, and guests from across the political and media landscape. New episodes live at 7PM ET weeknights. Go to JoinADF.com/TONY or text "TONY" to 83848 to support our friends over at the Alliance Defending Freedom! 🎙 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/mKTkahs58X 📩 Contact Tony: https://www.tonykinnett.com/contact 🌐 The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com Produced by Daniel Elmore, Allison Lemons, Josiah Lott, Lou Scataglia, and Jennifer Schmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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