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Total Eclipse of the Harp

Aug 21, 2026 · 1h 26m

Summary

The hosts analyze the "Natalie Harp saga," criticizing her lack of security clearance and influence over Trump, while mocking Scott Jennings’ press secretary audition. They discuss midterm primary results, highlighting Angie Nixon’s upset win in Florida and Mary Peltola’s lead in Alaska. The episode also covers economic headlines, the backlash against data centers in Ohio, and Darlene Graham’s unqualified campaign for Senate in South Carolina.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: SimpliSafe, Vital Proteins, and Indeed Natalie Harp, Trump's 'Human Printer,' and Scott Jennings Scott Jennings' audition for White House Press Secretary Sponsors: BetterHelp and Willie's, plus Jennifer Hegseth Midterm primaries: Resistance figures lose and Alaska results South Carolina Senate primary and Darlene Graham's debate Data centers as a key issue in Ohio and Michigan races Sponsors: Built and Keep It Confession podcast promo Interview with Josh Turek on his Iowa Senate campaign Preview of next episode and sponsor: Plan B Sponsor: Diono car seat
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