The Cigar Politico

Politics and Current Events

The Cigar Politico is a news podcast hosted by Kyle & Clint, with 75 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kyle & Clint hosts The Cigar Politico, a news show with 75 episodes published.

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  Episode #72

  Episode 072: Shut up Karen, get some Holiday Spirit

  Aug 14, 20261h 9mS2

  Send us Fan Mail The Cigar Politico – Episode 072 School is back in session, and we’re diving into everything that comes with it—from back-to-school shopping to the growing push to limit technology in classrooms. We also break down why Buc-ee’s seems to be suing everyone over logos, preview the start of the NFL preseason and what to watch for, discuss the WNBA finding itself in the middle of a debate to define what a woman is, and wrap up a week that was otherwise light on major headlines with plenty of commentary, laughs, and a few rabbit trails along the way. 00:00 Sports & Cigars 02:32 Kyle joined a cult 03:47 Karen's & posting with anonymous accounts 12:22 Buc-ee's suing everyone with a logo 15:29 The Texas-est corner in all of Texas 17:29 NFL HOF game and preseason 27:38 A good wife 32:04 Kid Sports & the Coach Dad 34:46 Tech in the Classroom 39:39 The W in the WNBA 52:06 Slow news week 55:08 Midterms are coming up 1:03:39 Back to School

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  Episode #71

  Episode 071: On the advice of counsel...

  Aug 5, 20261h 38mS2

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 071 is packed with everything from everyday life to the biggest headlines. We kick things off with back-to-school shopping and the pending return of football as the NFL preseason gets underway later this week. Then we dive into Anthony Fauci’s Senate testimony, where he invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times, discuss RFK Jr.’s new cooking show, and break down the growing controversy surrounding Flock license plate cameras, privacy, and public safety. Join us for another lively conversation covering the stories everyone is talking about. Cigars in this episode: Kyle - La Aroma de Cuba Connecticut Clint - Gurkha Beauty 00:00 Opening & Cigars 15:15 Back to School 21:30 Self-checkout going away? 24:58 Movies 29:21 What's your boring sport? 35:28 Romo 41:45 Cost Plus Drugs 51:39 Freedom Haulers 53:12 5 things no grown man should ever do (reaction) 1:02:48 Congressional Clown Show 1:14:42 RFK has a cooking show 1:22:17 Flock cameras

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  Episode #70

  Episode 070: Limited time from signal to delivery

  Jul 29, 20261h 55mS2

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 070 of The Cigar Politico covers another week of politics, current events, and plenty of spirited conversation. We discuss Taco Bell’s lettuce, the passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, and Spain’s victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. We also take a closer look at the Democratic Socialists of America’s platform, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s support for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for qualified service members, and the ongoing conflict with Iran. The episode wraps up with an in-depth discussion of the Strait of Hormuz, why it’s one of the world’s most important shipping lanes, and the alternative pipeline routes that could reduce reliance on the region. Join us for thoughtful analysis, a few laughs, and conversations that go beyond the headlines. 00:00 Opening & Cigars 02:12 Daylight Savings Time is here to stay? 08:20 Taco Bell Lettuce, colonoscopies, and orthodic sandals 18:59 Yellowstone Bison Grandpa 22:41 Lindsey Graham, Mitch McConnell, and Graham Platner 36:39 Congressional Clown Show 40:47 Messi 51:13 Running Track 53:28 The Emmys snub Taylor Sheridan 58:37 More women over 40 having kids 1:05:52 Texas DFPS ends contract with Empower for Foster Kids 1:11:35 DOGE officially shuts down 1:13:24 The Democrat Socialists of America want a Prime Minister and no Senate 1:29:02 Hegesth wants war fighters on TRT 1:39:09 Gina Hinojosa wants to give Texans $1500 1:44:48 Closing

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  Episode #69

  Episode 069: America 250

  Jul 7, 20261h 5mS2

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 069 – In a slow news week, the guys still found plenty to talk about. We kicked things off with FIFA and the World Cup, including the controversial red card given to Flo Balogun and the surprising decision by FIFA to reverse his suspension, sparking debate over officiating, fairness, and the state of international soccer. We then shifted gears to America 250, including President Trump’s visit to the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library and the legacy of one of America’s most influential presidents. The cigar world finally got a major win as the Cigar Association of America defeated the FDA in a landmark case, pushing back against years of federal regulation and changing the future landscape for premium cigars. Plus, we covered several other current events, random headlines, and the usual conversations that happen when two guys light up cigars and try to make sense of another week in America. 00:00 Cigars & opening thoughts 10:33 FIFA World Cup and Balogun's Uno Reverse Card 23:06 The T&T Wedding 26:02 America 250 33:32 45-47 talks to 26 36:18 The Cigar Association of America defeats the FDA 44:33 Paul Pelosi, Mitch McConnell, & other conspiracy theories 49:07 Mandami and the A/C 54:01 2 Texas Virtual School shut down 58:40 Closing thoughts

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  Episode #69

  Episode 069: America 250

  Jul 7, 20261h 5mS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Episode 069 – In a slow news week, the guys still found plenty to talk about. We kicked things off with FIFA and the World Cup, including the controversial red card given to Flo Balogun and the surprising decision by FIFA to reverse his suspension, sparking debate over officiating, fairness, and the state of international soccer.</p><p>We then shifted gears to America 250, including President Trump’s visit to the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library and the legacy of one of America’s most influential presidents.</p><p>The cigar world finally got a major win as...

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