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Truth in the Barrel
Hosted by Amy McGrath | Denver Riggleman · EN
Amy McGrath and Denver Riggleman are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
www.TruthintheBarrel.com
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Trump's Iran Debacle, Racist Cosplayers & The Case Of The Missing Senator | Unfiltered w Malcolm Nance
6d ago01:02:03Summary readyOn this week's Unfiltered episode, Amy is joined by none other than Malcolm Nance as they discuss Trump's disastrous handling of Iran and his obsession with interior design. Also, who is Patriot Front and what is the best way to go about disarming a hate group? Stay tuned for a special brand-new segment and as always, Amy tops the episode off with her own special brand of Quick Takes! Check out Malcolm's Substack : https://substack.com/@malcolmnance About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryTotally Terrible Tuberville | Devil's Cut w Doug Jones
1w ago00:33:25Summary readyOn this week's Devil's Cut episode, Amy speaks with former Alabama Senator, Doug Jones about The Alabama Supreme Court's racist gerrymander ruling, Tuberville's disgusting behavior toward women in the military, with regards to their reproductive health and a whole host of other issues that not only effect Alabama but the United States as a whole. Visit : http://www.dougjones.com About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryArt Of The Heel : How Long Will We Be Cleaning Trump's Mess? | Unfiltered w Joel Rubin
3w ago00:37:50Summary readyOn this week's Unfiltered episode, Amy is joined by Former Obama administration official, foreign policy expert and author of the book "Saving Democratic Foreign Policy: How Democrats Can Earn the American People's Trust to Lead the World Once Again," Joel Rubin. They discuss this administrations colossal failures in Iran and the blatant conflicts of interest Trump and his companies have stacking up right there in broad daylight. Joel Rubin's Book : https://www.amazon.com/Saving-Democratic-Foreign-Policy-Democrats/dp/B0GZQPXJ11 About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryTrump's Folly : The Worst Strategic Mistake Since Vietnam | Unfiltered w Bobby Jones
4w ago01:02:11Summary readyThis week, Amy is joined by retired Navy Commander, Bobby Jones to talk about Donald Trump's surrender to Iran and the impact his war will have on the region for a generation. Also, why is Pete Hegseth the most unqualified SECDEF to have ever stepped his racist/sexist/nationalist foot in the Pentagon? What do the other leaders attending the G7 think of Trump's madness? All this and much more on this week's Truth In The Barrel – UNFILTERED! Chapters 01:00 Iran Worst Mistake Since Vietnam 22:22 : G7 31:24 White Collar Voters Are Catching On 39:40 Hegseth Is A Hate Clown 50:32 USPS Interference Follow Bobby Jones on Substack: https://substack.com/@navshad About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryAuthoritarianism? We're Soaking In It. | Unfiltered w Dr. Kristin Lyerly
Jun 1200:46:59Summary readyOn this week's Unfiltered episode, Amy is joined by Dr. Kristin Lyerly to talk about the failures in Iran, Pete Hegseth's assault on women and minorities, The White House's official 'Enemies List' and much much more! Dr. Lyerly then speaks to the medical headlines we should all be paying attention to. Chapters : 01:18 No Plan In Iran 11:08 Hegseth Sabotages Women And Minorites 20:30 Medical Headlines 33:20 Quick Takes "The Men Who Want Women Quiet" by Helen Lewis : https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/2026/06/conservative-masculinism-misogyny/686939/ About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryThe Pope, The Mob and Ending The Dumbest War | Unfiltered w Sarah Stewart-Holland
May 2900:50:58Summary readyAmy is joined by Pantsuit Politics Cohost, Sarah Stewart-Holland to talk about Pope Leo, the biggest open theft of taxpayer funds in American history before turning their focus on the embarrassing "peace negotiations" between Iran and our current leadership. Check Out Pantsuit Politics : https://www.pantsuitpoliticsshow.com/ About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryAppalachians Want Respect! | Devil's Cut w Maryann Fletcher
May 1900:32:45Summary readyOn this week's Devil's Cut edition of Truth In The Barrel, Amy is joined by former WKYT News anchor Mary Ann Fletcher. Mary Ann is a resident of Kentucky and speaks out about the dyer situation happening to rural hospitals in her area. They also discuss the often unheard concerns of Kentucky's Appalachian population. About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryThe "Just Wingin' It Administration | Unfiltered w Nicole Malachowski
May 1500:45:15Summary readyAmy is joined by former pilot Nicole Malachowski to talk about just how unqualified Pete Hegseth is to run the United States Military. Donald Trump is in China this week. Will anything come of it that won't only benefit the billionaire class? Also, Amy and Nicole talk about the bipartisan Major Richard Star Act. Chapters : 07:32 We're Failing In Iran 27:00 The Voting Rights Act Of 65 33:14 Gas Prices And The Ballroom 39:10 The Major Richard Star Act About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
SummaryA Heart To Heart With Mom | The Truth In The Barrel Mother's Day Special
May 700:46:08Summary readyThis week, Amy is joined by her mother, Dr. Marianne McGrath in a conversation about the challenges and joys of motherhood. Later, the other mothers of Truth In The Barrel pop in to ask Amy questions about her own experiences before more special guests arrive. You don't want to miss this one! About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
Summary$COTUS, POTU$ And The Scrooge McDuck White House
May 100:47:56Summary readyOn this week's Unfiltered episode, Amy is joined by the Lincoln Project's own Rick Wilson to talk the blow Leo's SCOTUS has just dealt to the Voting Rights Act. They also talk Iran, political violence, The extremist positions of this GOP and the Trump grift that keeps on grifting. About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
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