Best Constructed Criticism Network Podcasts (2025)

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TDS Time Machine | Halloween 42:08

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While you make sugar angels in your piles of Halloween candy, take a listen to The Daily Show's coverage of ghosts and goblins that, for once, aren't limited to Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Comedy Central

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Trump & Xi, Putin's Nuclear Warning & Patel STOPS Charlie Kirk Investigation | PBD Podcast | Ep. 676 2:14:06

4h ago2:14:06

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Patrick Bet-David sits down with Tom Ellsworth, Vincent Oshana, and Adam Sosnick to cover Trump’s breakthrough meeting with Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile warning, and Kash Patel allegedly shutting down the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s assassination. ------ 📕 REGISTER FOR BPW 2025 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH 2025: https:/…

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Trump Forces a Playdate with Xi Jinping & MTG Makes Too Much Sense for Desi Lydic | Justine Lupe 34:44

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Desi Lydic recaps Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where they had an unsurprisingly fruitless discussion about tariffs. Then, after Marjorie Taylor Greene calls out the GOP's lackluster response to the government shutdown and demands the release of the Epstein files, Desi is haunted by the question: Does she (gulp) agree with Marj…

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Trump Gets a Golden Crown in South Korea While SNAP Cutoff Causes Panic in U.S. 33:48

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Desi Lydic covers Trump's state visit to South Korea, where he was honored with a "Yas King" rally, a golden crown, and the unofficial U.S. presidential anthem, "YMCA." Meanwhile, millions of Trump's constituents face a hunger crisis as SNAP benefits run out of funding due to the never-ending shutdown, and the GOP pretends there's nothing they can …

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MAILBAG: Kyle Tucker's HOMETOWN Discount Not Enough for Tampa Bay Rays To COMPETE In Free Agency 26:21

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Tampa Bay Rays fans face a harsh reality: ChatGPT predicts no World Series championship for the next 50 years, while Kyle Tucker's free agency remains a distant dream. Can the franchise finally break through once their new stadium opens? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano tackle three critical questions about the Rays' future, examining the astronomic…

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Fed Rate Decision, Disney vs YouTube WAR, Amazon Layoffs + AOC For President? | PBD Podcast | Ep. 675 2:07:06

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Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, and Brandon Aceto are joined by Bill Pulte as they break down the Fed’s rate decision, the escalating war between Disney and YouTube TV, Amazon’s sweeping layoffs, and rising speculation over whether AOC will run for president. ------ 📕 REGISTER FOR BPW 2025 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH 2025: https://bit.ly/3IU2YWx 🎙️ F…

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Trump Puppy-Dogs Japan’s New PM and Rants About Magnets to U.S. Troops | Lucy Dacus 30:36

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Desi Lydic breaks down Trump’s trip to Japan, which included a shockingly firm handshake from new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, decadent gifts to win the president’s heart, and a quick survey for the U.S. Navy about magnets. Plus, Troy Iwata is pretty sure Trump's embarrassing antics in Tokyo are the worst things America has ever done to Japan. Gr…

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Glenn Greenwald: CIA's Venezuela Coup, Trump Meets Lula & Epstein Whistleblowers | PBD Podcast | Ep. 674 2:14:07

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Patrick Bet-David sits down with journalist Glenn Greenwald for a hard-hitting discussion on Venezuela’s boat strikes, alleged CIA plots to overthrow Nicolás Maduro, and the political implications of Trump’s meeting with Brazilian President Lula da Silva. ------ Ⓜ️ MINNECT WITH GLENN GREENWALD: https://bit.ly/49oNLqY 🎙️ FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON SPOTIF…

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Trump Whines He’s “Unappreciated” & Self-Soothes with Ballroom and Third-Term Talk | Zohran Mamdani 44:59

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After Trump echoes a complaint that he's unappreciated by Americans for his "sacrifices," Jon Stewart looks at all the things the president has accomplished without getting proper recognition, like going against protocol to tear down the East Wing of the White House for an ostentatious ballroom, or blowing up Venezuelan boats without due process. J…

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Junior Caminero Extension LOOMS Large Over Tampa Bay Rays' Offseason Plans 25:23

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Tampa Bay Rays face crucial offseason decisions. Will new ownership secure Junior Caminero as a franchise cornerstone? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano dissect the Rays' upcoming contract choices, focusing on Brandon Lowe and Pete Fairbanks' team options. They argue that retaining these veterans is vital for team success and mentoring prospects like…

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Mamdani Cries, Newsom’s 2028 Plans, Trump's Third Term + Canada 10% Tariffs | PBD Podcast | Ep. 673 2:29:27

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The Precap | Desi Lydic on White House Construction Grift and Business Casual Rebels 39:28

5d ago39:28

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This week's host Desi Lydic joins Daily Show writer Kat Radley to preview the week to come, and recap the best recent headlines. They dig in to the White House East Wing demolition, Trump's demand for $230 million for... reasons, New York's polka-dotted resistance to ICE, Elizabeth Warren's C-word slip, and Kim Kardashian's social anxiety approved …

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TDS Time Machine | New York City Mayors 46:19

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Completely normal, and unproblematic, that's what you'd say about these former mayors of New York City! As we anticipate the election of a new mayor, relive the old days with these Jon Stewart and Trevor Noah interviews of Rudy Giuliani, Michael Bloomberg, and Bill de Blasio, and Eric Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co…

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TDS Time Machine | Social Media 47:43

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Like and subscribe and don't stop doomscrolling while you listen to The Daily Show tackle the scourge of social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Comedy Central

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Junior Caminero SPEARHEADS Tampa Bay Rays' Silver Slugger Chances 28:26

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Silver Slugger showdown: Can Junior Caminero outshine the competition? Tampa Bay Rays fans, brace yourselves for an electrifying analysis of your team's Silver Slugger nominees. Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the chances of Caminero, Brandon Lowe, and Yandy Diaz bringing home the hardware. The hosts dive into Caminero's impressive 45-ho…

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MLB SQUAD SHOW! Blue Jays DEFY Odds and SILENCE Critics | Can They Topple the Mighty Dodgers? 32:22

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World Series Showdown: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays - Who Will Reign Supreme? The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays face off in an unexpected World Series matchup. Can the Blue Jays' complete team challenge the Dodgers' powerhouse lineup? Key discussions include team strengths, payroll disparities, and the impact of high-spending franchises on MLB…

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Cuomo DESTROYS Mamdani, NBA Mafia Gambling Bust & Trump TURNS China On Russia | PBD Podcast | Ep 672 2:15:20

8d ago2:15:20

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Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, Vincent Oshana, and Adam Sosnick break down Andrew Cuomo’s heated debate clash with Zohran Mamdani, the NBA’s massive mafia-linked gambling bust, and Trump’s bold oil move to turn China against Russia amid rising trade tensions. ------ 👞 GET THE NEW FLB 1'S: https://bit.ly/4mXV9gd 📕 REGISTER FOR BPW 2025 - FRIDAY, …

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FBI Charges NBA Stars in Gambling Scheme & Trump Touts Ballroom Post-East Wing Demo | Jeff Tweedy 34:44

8d ago34:44

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Michael Kosta dives into the alleged involvement of Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat star Terry Rozier in illegal gambling schemes. Plus, Donald Trump continues to defend the construction of his mega-sized White House ballroom as he fully demolishes the East Wing. And Josh Johnson thanks the contractor-in-chief on b…

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Four Faces, One Franchise: DEBATING The Tampa Bay Rays Mount Rushmore 26:15

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Who belongs on the Tampa Bay Rays' Mount Rushmore? The debate heats up as Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano tackle this contentious topic. From Evan Longoria's undisputed place to the cases for Carl Crawford and James Shields, the hosts break down the franchise's most impactful players. They explore what it would take for rising star Junior Caminero …

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"Leave Epstein Alone?" - Anna Paulina Luna: Epstein Files, JFK Russia Intel, Trump's Butler Cover-Up | PBD Podcast | Ep. 671 2:50:58

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Patrick Bet-David sits down with Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna for an explosive conversation on the Epstein files, new JFK intelligence from Russia, and claims of a cover-up involving Trump’s former White House staff. ------ 👞 GET THE NEW FLB 1'S: https://bit.ly/4mXV9gd 📕 REGISTER FOR BPW 2025 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH 2025: ⁠https://bit.ly/3IU2YWx…

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Trump Extorts DOJ for $230M While Gov’t Workers Scramble to Make Ends Meet | Ryan Holiday 39:12

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While thousands of government employees are working without pay during the ongoing government shutdown, Donald Trump is squeezing $230 million from the Department of Justice as compensation for the "damage" of being federally investigated. Michael Kosta breaks down the conflict of interest that's so bad, it even has legal experts saying "duh," and …

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AWS Outage, Musk's MASSIVE Tesla Payday + Will OpenAI's Atlas Crush Chrome? | PBD Podcast | Ep. 670 2:13:54

10d ago2:13:54

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Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, Adam Sosnick and Brandon Aceto discuss Elon Musk’s record-breaking Tesla payday, the nationwide AWS outage disrupting major platforms, and reports that Warner Bros. Discovery may be preparing for a massive sale. ------ 🪖 BUSINESS IS WAR COLLECTION: https://bit.ly/47hTrjZ ☕ GET THE WORDS TALK NUMBERS SCREAM MUGS: ht…

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Trump Wrecks White House & New GOP Nazi Group Chat Drops | Catherine Bracy 40:52

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Michael Kosta checks in on Trump's latest White House makeover, which includes demolishing the First Lady's quarters to build a gigantic ballroom in the East Wing. Plus, while a Democrat apologizes for problematic Reddit posts, Trump's nominee for special counsel blames his pro-Nazi text messages on AI, and Ronny Chieng teaches politicians how to g…

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Tampa Bay Rays Fans MUST ROOT for the Los Angeles Dodgers To Achieve PAYROLL REFORM 29:10

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World Series showdown: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays! Should Tampa Bay Rays fans root for LA to force MLB changes? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano analyze the potential impact on small-market teams. The hosts break down the Rays' shortstop situation, with Taylor Walls likely to start on Opening Day. They discuss Carson Williams' development path and the be…

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Tampa Bay Rays Fans DIVIDED On Los Angeles Dodgers RUINING Baseball 31:02

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Are the Los Angeles Dodgers ruining baseball? Hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano tackle this hot-button issue, exploring the Dodgers' impact on the sport and challenging popular narratives. The duo analyzes potential catching options for the Tampa Bay Rays, focusing on Danny Jansen's future and how he might fit into the team's plans. They also m…

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"No Kings" Protests Defy GOP Expectations & Jon Gives Trump a Royal Inspection | Sen. Bernie Sanders 47:33

11d ago47:33

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Jon Stewart examines the "No Kings" protests that failed to meet Fox News’s violent expectations, why Trump fits the mold of a gold-smeared monarch, and how even the Declaration of Independence foreshadowed Trump’s king-ish antics. “It’s got to be a bottom-on-up revolution, not a top-down.” Senator Bernie Sanders sits down with Jon to discuss his l…

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Trading Blake Snell STILL HAUNTS The Tampa Bay Rays Fanbase 28:13

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Tampa Bay Rays' front office under fire: Blake Snell trade fallout and missed opportunities Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano dissect the Rays' recent trades, focusing on the Blake Snell deal that continues to haunt Tampa Bay. The hosts analyze how Luis Patino, Francisco Mejia, and other acquired players have underperformed while Snell shines for the…

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Israel & Hamas Ceasefire Broken, No Kings Protests + Epstein's E-mail Shakedown | PBD Podcast | Ep. 669 2:13:18

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Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, Vincent Oshana, and Adam Sosnick break down the escalating “No Kings” protests, the collapse of the Israel–Hamas ceasefire, and shocking new revelations from Jeffrey Epstein’s leaked emails exposing a global shakedown network. ------ 📕 REGISTER FOR BPW 2025 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH 2025: https://bit.ly/3IU2YWx 🎙️ FO…

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The Precap | Michael Kosta on Trump's Nobel Snub, and Proper Protest Attire 42:02

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This week's host Michael Kosta joins Daily Show writer Zach DiLanzo to break down all the news they missed, and preview the week to come. They dig into Trump's Nobel Peace Prize campaign fail, Time Magazine's unflattering flattery, the short deployment of overweight Texas National Guard troops, what to wear to a protest, and more. Learn more about …

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No Kings Protest, Trump vs Maduro, Bolton INDICTED, McConnell Falls & Pelosi SNAPS | PBD Podcast | Ep.668 2:18:58

15d ago2:18:58

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Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, Vincent Oshana, and Adam Sosnick over the nationwide “No Kings” protests, Trump’s escalating clash with Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, John Bolton’s indictment, Mitch McConnell’s latest fall, and Nancy Pelosi’s explosive meltdown. ------ 👑 THE 'NO KINGS' COLLECTION: https://bit.ly/3KVONAG 👞 GET THE NEW FLB 1'S: https:…

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TDS Time Machine | Farmers 45:30

15d ago45:30

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While President Trump weighs a bailout for farmers hurt by the trade policies of (checks notes) President Trump, take a listen to The Daily Show's coverage of farms and farmers through the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Comedy Central

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Tampa Bay Rays' Taylor Walls GAINS TRACTION for Gold Glove 27:08

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Gold Glove glory for Tampa Bay Rays? Taylor Walls leads the defensive charge in 2025. Will the Rays' shortstop outshine Corey Seeger and Bobby Witt Jr. for the coveted award? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down Walls' impressive metrics, including league-leading defensive runs saved. The hosts explore the Rays' all-time defensive greats, wit…

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Tampa Bays Rays Should SEEK REUNION With Zack Littell 28:27

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Tampa Bay Rays eye pitching upgrades: Zack Littell signing and Griffin Jax extension on the horizon? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano analyze potential moves to bolster the Rays' rotation depth. They discuss the merits of bringing back free agent Zack Littell on a two-year deal and extending Griffin Jax's contract. The hosts explore how these acquis…

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Disruptions In Financial Industry & OpenAI + Walmart w/ @AnthonyPompliano | PBD Podcast | Ep. 667 2:14:34

16d ago2:14:34

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Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, and Adam Sosnick are joined by Anthony Pompliano to discuss major disruptions shaking up the financial industry, OpenAI’s groundbreaking partnership with Walmart, and what these shifts mean for the future of money and innovation. ------ 👞 GET THE NEW FLB 1'S: https://bit.ly/4mXV9gd 📕 ANTHONY POMPLIANO'S BOOK: https…

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TDS Time Machine | Celebrity Scandals 34:05

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Tensions are high in the nation right now, and The Daily Show has never been afraid to ask the tough questions. Questions like: what's up with celebrities? Find out, with TDS's coverage of celebrity scandals through the years. Make the switch at http://mintmobile.com/daily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…