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February 9, 2026 at 6:08 PM

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If you missed the alternative ½ time show, here’s a quick synopses.

Democracy by Intimidation: Inside the Federal Push to Control Elections

February 9, 2026 at 6:05 PM

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Democracy by Intimidation: Inside the Federal Push to Control Elections
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A quiet but unprecedented shift is underway in the United States.

Ben Shapiro Is Waging Battle Inside the MAGA Movement

February 9, 2026 at 6:04 PM

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In an interview with David Remnick, Ben Shapiro discusses his break with figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, and why he condemns President Trump as corrupt yet sticks with him. www.newyorker.com/news/the-new...

In an interview with David Remnick, Ben Shapiro discusses his break with figures like Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, and why he condemns President Trump as corrupt yet sticks with him.

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February 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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Podcast Episode II: “Tariff Trouble: Why Your Groceries and Gadgets Are Getting Pricier
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Podcast Episode II: “Tariff Trouble: Why Your Groceries and Gadgets Are Getting Pricier

Are your bills getting bigger — but your cart looks smaller?

How DOGE Cuts Are Crippling CISA — With Mathew Newman

February 6, 2026 at 7:34 PM

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How DOGE Cuts Are Crippling CISA — With Mathew Newman
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In this episode, we delve into the significant budgetary and personnel reductions at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency (D...

Data & Security on Campaigns with Special Guest - Neal Hussein

February 6, 2026 at 7:33 PM

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Data & Security on Campaigns with Special Guest - Neal Hussein
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Politech

How DOGE Cuts Are Cripping CISA

February 6, 2026 at 7:33 PM

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How DOGE Cuts Are Cripping CISA
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With Guest Mathew Newman

How Farms and Ranches Are Paying the Price for Political Decisions

February 6, 2026 at 7:33 PM

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How Farms and Ranches Are Paying the Price for Political Decisions
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The American farm is often romanticized as the bedrock of our nation’s values, hard work, self-reliance, and community.

February 6, 2026 at 7:33 PM

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Politech Podcast Episode: "ICE’s Digital Dragnet: How Tech is Redefining Immigration Enforcement" What happens when AI, facial recognition, and predictive algorithms meet immigration policy? In this ...

February 6, 2026 at 7:32 PM

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Politech Episode 11 – The Promise and Perils of AI in Government (And What You Can Try at Home)AI isn’t just for Silicon Valley—it’s already shaping how governments make decisions, deliver services, a...

Politicians Aren’t Rock Stars

February 6, 2026 at 7:32 PM

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Politicians Aren’t Rock Stars
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After spending years in the trenches of local and state politics, I’ve seen the good, the bad, and the utterly bizarre.

SignalGate: When Secure Isn’t Secure Enough

February 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM

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SignalGate: When Secure Isn’t Secure Enough
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In the premiere episode of Politech, host Dale Gibler launches the show on his birthday by diving into one of the most alarming national security slip-ups of the year—SignalGate.

You're Being Tracked Without Knowing

February 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM

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You're Being Tracked Without Knowing
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PoliTech with Dale Gibler

Data & Security on Campaigns with Special Guest - Neal Hussein

February 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM

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Data & Security on Campaigns with Special Guest - Neal Hussein
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Politech

February 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM

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The Clear and Present Dangers of Political Violence in AmericaThe recent assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University is a stark reminder: political violence is escalating, and rhetoric mat...

February 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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The 2024 election cycle was a journey of highs and lows, but one moment I’ll always treasure was the incredible honor of delivering opening statements for Vice President Kamala Harris. A reminder tha...

The Cost of Blowing Up “Drug Boats” in Venezuela

February 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM

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The Cost of Blowing Up “Drug Boats” in Venezuela
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The U.S.

February 6, 2026 at 7:29 PM

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Voting Machine Integrity. We break down how these systems actually work, where the real vulnerabilities are (and aren’t), and what’s being done to keep elections secure and transparent. Whether ...

Politech Podcast: Why Trump Is Attacking Mail-In Voting

February 6, 2026 at 7:28 PM

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Politech Podcast: Why Trump Is Attacking Mail-In Voting
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I’m Dale, host of the Politech Podcast, and in this episode, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood issues in American elections: mail-in voting vs.

February 6, 2026 at 7:28 PM

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New Episode: Advocating for Change with Florida’s Trailblazing Rep. Anna Eskamani In this episode of Politech, I sit down with Florida State Rep. Anna V. Eskamani m, an Orlando powerhouse reshapin...

Secret Trump White House Meeting Exposed Amid 20,000 Epstein Emails

February 6, 2026 at 7:28 PM

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Secret Trump White House Meeting Exposed Amid 20,000 Epstein Emails
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Today, the floodgates opened: 20,000 documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein — including a trove of explosive emails — were released, revealing new details about his network of influence.

POLITECH — “Trump Calls Epstein Files a ‘Democrat Hoax’ — Here’s What He’s Hiding” by Dale Gibler

February 6, 2026 at 7:27 PM

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POLITECH — “Trump Calls Epstein Files a ‘Democrat Hoax’ — Here’s What He’s Hiding” by Dale Gibler
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This morning, Donald Trump posted:

Trump Orders DOJ to Investigate Democrats Over Epstein Emails — But Not Himself

February 6, 2026 at 7:27 PM

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Trump Orders DOJ to Investigate Democrats Over Epstein Emails — But Not Himself
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This morning, the President of the United States did something breathtaking — even for him.

he DHS Ad Money Kristi Noem Didn’t Want You to Notice

February 6, 2026 at 7:27 PM

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he DHS Ad Money Kristi Noem Didn’t Want You to Notice
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Today on the podcast, we dig into a story that cuts right to the intersection of power, politics, and public money — and exposes just how far this administration is willing to stretch the word “emerge...