Welcome to a new episode of the Prevailing Narrative! In this special July 4th edition, we dive into the explosive fallout between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, dissect the controversial "one big, beautiful bill" in Congress, and get unfiltered takes from British commentator Jade Warwick. We also break down the P Diddy trial verdict, the latest Glastonbury Festival controversies, and the shifting landscape of UK immigration and culture. Plus, we discuss landmark Supreme Court rulings on parental rights and Title IX changes in college sports. If you’re interested in politics, pop culture, or just love a sharp, witty debate on the issues shaping America and the UK, this episode is for you! Highlights: "I hate it when mommy and daddy fight, honestly, but I just feel as if you had battle of the egos, and that's totally fine." "If you want to be punk rock, don't do the most popular thing in the world right now." "The politicians do this because the people will vote against them if they cut the cord." "As a woman, I'm not comfortable changing with men around. I don't care whether you are passable like a Thai ladyboy or not." Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:45 Elon Musk's Frustrations and Third Party Plans  04:27 Challenges of Cutting Spending in Government  10:35 Elon Musk's Third Party Plans and Their Implications  15:28 The One Big Beautiful Bill and Its Controversies  19:10 P Diddy Trial Verdict and Conspiracy Theories  24:08 Unpacking Conspiracy Theories 40:52 Glastonbury Festival and Political Stances  41:04 Supreme Court Ruling on LGBTQ Curriculum Opt-Out  44:12 Final Thoughts and Fourth of July Celebration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of the Prevailing Narrative! Today, Matt delves into the early weeks of the P. Diddy RICO and sex trafficking trial. Joined by independent journalist Emilie Hagen, Matt navigates the sensational details and legal nuances surrounding the case. They explore the nature of sex trafficking charges, the public's misconceptions, and the defense's strategies.  Highlights: “Sex trafficking isn’t some Epstein-level conspiracy—it’s coercion + a commercial sex act. Diddy’s on tape beating Cassie; that’s enough.”  “The defense is doing a great job at misdirecting. Today, they made a psychologist look like a clout-chasing fraud.” “People want this trial to be about secret tapes of Leo DiCaprio. It’s really about a guy who pissed on women and bribed security guards.”  “Celebrities are pathetic. Meet Alex Soros for 30 seconds, you’ll realize no one’s smart enough to run these ‘elite’ schemes.”  Timestamps: 03:22 Interview with Emilie Hagen: Insights from the Courtroom 06:14 Legal Analysis and Public Perception 09:21 Defense Strategies and Witness Testimonies 13:00 Conspiracy Theories and Media Coverage 15:07 RICO Charges and Broader Implications 23:41 Celebrity Involvement and Speculations 27:48 Concluding Thoughts and Future Expectations 36:09 Diddy and the Music Industry Power Dynamics 38:55 Legal Misunderstandings and Public Reactions 40:27 Celebrity Scandals and Public Fascination 44:08 The Dark Side of Hollywood 58:26 Diddy's Family and Public Image 01:01:27 Conclusion and Where to Follow Updates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of the Prevailing Narrative podcast! In today’s episode, we dive into the release of a new book, "Original Sin", detailing Joe Biden's cognitive decline and the Democratic Party's attempt to conceal it - with help from the media. This episode is for those questioning the mainstream media, curious about political agendas behind corporate news, and determined to get closer to the truth. Whether you're a freedom-focused citizen, a political skeptic, or just tired of media manipulation—this one's for you. Timestamps: 00:13 Biden’s Cognitive Decline Goes Public 03:35 The Media Knew and Covered It Up 06:29 Why Biden Won in 2020 Despite It All 10:00 Midterms, Distractions, and the Power of Deflection 14:56 The Robert Hur Report and Its Fallout 20:22 The Debate That Changed Everything 24:47 Who Was Actually Running the White House? 30:00 Biden’s Cancer Reveal—Another Deflection? 39:44 Epstein’s Death: Suicide or Something Else? 53:27 Why the Epstein Truth Might Be More Mundane Than You Think Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of the Prevailing Narrative! In this explosive episode, we dive deep into the toxic intersection of racial tensions, online outrage, and tribal politics. Join us as we dissect two controversial cases involving Karmelo Anthony and Shiloh Hendrix, exploring how social media amplifies racial resentment and drives destructive narratives. This episode is essential viewing for anyone seeking to understand the complex dynamics of modern racial discourse, cancel culture, and the dangerous tribalism threatening social cohesion. Highlights: "General group frustrations or grievances do not justify excusing bad behavior." "We need less in-group solidarity. We need less ethnic solidarity." "If you're defending someone's bad acts purely based on racial solidarity, you are one of the bad guys." "Society is on a razor's edge here, and this park incident might just be the spark that lights a bigger fire." Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: The Dark Side of Online Racial Tribalism 05:30 Karmelo Anthony Case: Self-Defense or Murder? 15:45 Shiloh Hendricks Incident: Cancel Culture Meets Racial Tension 25:20 Fundraising Wars: Ethnic Solidarity or Moral Bankruptcy? 32:41 Chris Rufo's Role in the Trump Administration's Strategy  37: 48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of the Prevailing Narrative! In this episode, host Matt Bilinsky shares his thoughts on the Trump administration's economic strategy, exploring Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent's insights on trade wars, tariffs, and the potential reshaping of American manufacturing. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in economic policy, international trade, and the complex dynamics of global commerce. Highlights: "Desperate circumstances require desperate measures." "We better get some good trade deals out of this to make the pain worth it." "We want to ensure working families aren't left behind in the next era of economic growth." "Trump intends to usher in the most prosperous decade in American history." Timestamps: 00:00 State of Trump's Trade War and Economic Plan  01:32 Trump's Economic Strategy and Globalization  03:25 Scott Besant's Perspective and Trump's Rhetoric  09:48 Ross Douthat's Analysis and Trump's Black Pilled Mentality  14:59 Scott Besant's Speaking Engagement and Economic Strategy  16:48 Besant's Editorial and Trump's Economic Goals  20:48 Political Perspective and Market Reaction  22:01 Conclusion and Future Discussions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of The Prevailing Narrative! Join Matt Bilinsky as he dissects the latest political controversies, including the Kilmar Abrego Garcia deportation case, Pentagon leadership challenges, and the ongoing dynamics of Trump's foreign policy and trade negotiations. Perfect for political junkies, news enthusiasts, and anyone seeking nuanced analysis beyond mainstream media narratives. Highlights: "Why are the Liberals so apt to go to bat and defend criminals and defend illegal aliens?" "There will be no World War Three." "The media was throwing kerosene on an otherwise controllable flame." "America still has allies, international interests, and it does sometimes need to use the military." Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Continuing Saga of Kilmar Abrego Garcia 02:18 Media Framing and Legal Context 06:54 Examining Gang Affiliations and Tattoo Evidence 12:20 Chris Van Hollen's Visit and Media Mischaracterization 19:05 Pentagon Controversies: Pete Hegseth Under Scrutiny 27:59 The Schism in Conservative Foreign Policy Views 32:04 Updates on the Trade War 34:28 The Japan Trade Deals: Plans and Complications 37:00 Why the Japanese Negotiation Stalled 44:01 Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of the Prevailing Narrative! Today, we’re covering two controversial topics: the Trump administration's new tariff policies and recent high-profile deportation cases, examining the media's portrayal and the underlying complexities of these issues. We’ll peel back the layers of mainstream media narratives, exposing the hidden details often buried beneath sensationalist headlines. Prepare for a no-holds-barred analysis that challenges conventional wisdom, breaks down complex economic strategies, and reveals the nuanced reality behind Trump's bold economic and immigration moves. Highlights: "Always look past the headlines, always dive into the details." "The American dream was not built on cheap products." "Is the news always fake? Are they always mischaracterizing the Trump administration's actions?" "We're going to reconstitute all this manufacturing when a television goes from 400 to 600?" Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Fake News and Media Mischaracterization  3:04 - Detailed Analysis of Kilmer Amato Abrigo Garcia's Case 5:22- Legal and Immigration Details of Garcia's Case  13:07 - Trump's Tariff Strategy and Economic Implications  22:08 - Arguments for and Against Tariffs 25:05 - Media and Public Perception of Tariffs  25:21 - Economic and Political Implications of Tariffs  30:55 - Conclusion and Future Outlook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of The Prevailing Narrative podcast! Today, we’re covering the fascinating career arc of Doug Ellin, creator of the cultural phenomenon Entourage. From his impulsive leap into Hollywood to his fiery commentary on LA politics and his surprising pickleball obsession, Doug shares insights that are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking. Whether you’re a fan of his work or simply curious about the inner workings of Hollywood and its shifting dynamics, this episode offers a unique perspective you won’t want to miss. Tune in to hear stories that blend humor, grit, and wisdom—perfect for anyone looking for inspiration or a behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment world. Highlights: "Hollywood seemed unattainable back then; now it feels like anyone can DM a star or be part of it through social media." "I became head of the mailroom at New Line Cinema in nine weeks, but what really mattered was writing my first script and making my short film." "Michael De Luca handed me a $10,000 check from his own pocket after seeing my amateur stand-up night—that moment changed everything." "Entourage wasn’t just about fame; it was about friendships and the struggles that come with success." Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 1:36 Doug Ellin's Career Arc and Early Influences  5:48 The Culture of Aspiring Hollywood Actors  9:08 Doug Ellin's Early Hollywood Experiences  20:31 The Making of "Fat Beach" and Its Impact  27:05 The Rise and Fall of "Kissing a Fool” 36:12 The Success of "Entourage" and Its Cultural Impact  51:42 Doug Ellin's Political Observations and Podcasting  54:27 Deterioration of Los Angeles and Personal Safety Concerns  1:00:25 Impact of Crime on Residential Areas and Public Perception  1:04:34 Ineffective Use of Taxes and Public Services  1:06:29 Comparisons with Other States and Personal Decisions  1:08:48 Final Thoughts on California and Future Plans  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A wide-ranging conversation with Charles Fain Lehman of the City Journal on prominent news items this week including: Deportation of Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalili and the battle over "free speech" that has ensued. Charles' recent article on how violent crime has decreased but public disorder (and perceptions of crime) remain high. Speculation on Trump's economic plans and the impact on his popularity, contrasted against the Democrats registering an all-time low Approval Rating of 29% last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last Friday witnessed a perhaps never-before-seen event with President Trump and Vice President Vance getting into hostilities with Zelensky in the Oval Office....just as major deal was about to be signed. This situation is a Rorschart test with Trump fans seeing a powerful example of "America First" and Trump haters seeing a crass bully abusing a courageous ally. Which version of reality is true? I breakdown the good and bad arguments on each side and try to put the conflict in broader context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Movie stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are in a fierce battle having exchanged multiple 9-figure lawsuits. The tipping point came with a New York Times piece in December attempting to portray Baldoni as harasser and abuser on the set of his film "It Ends With Us". Now Baldoni's lawyer has filed a 224-page counter-suit against Lively, the NY Times, and others filled with copious evidence showing the original story to be just another in a long line of "fake news" stories by the legacy media. Ariadna Jacob had her career as a top talent manager ruined by a similar NY Times smear piece years ago, and has made it her business to analyze these topics. She has been covering the Lively/Baldoni/NY Times beef and joins me to breakdown the How, What, Why and everything in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump's 1st week was a flurry of Executive Orders aimed at destroying the liberal stranglehold over our institutions, and attacking progressive orthodoxies on immigration, DEI, gender ideology, and the size of government. I explore the nature and impact of these EOs. Also - for the first time since the Reagan 80's the "Culture Wars" are moving right. How is this happening only a few years after BLM, DEI, and the Great Awakening peaked in progressive cultural hegemony? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 was a "Vibe Shift" we cannot ignore. The cultural landscape has been indisputably altered, and we enter 2025 with different customs, norms, expectations, and permissions that we didn't have the last decade. Donald Trump was certainly one character in this "vibe shift" but it cannot be attributed to him alone. This episode I explore the transition in cultural eras we experienced over the course of the last year. The fates of Daniel Penny & Luigi Mangione oddly intersected. It is very telling who celebrated the actions of which individual. What does Daniel Penny tell us about the progress we've made, and what does the vile celebration of Luigi Mangione's assassination of a healthcare CEO tell us about where we need to go? Porn star Lily Phillips plans on filming herself having sex with 1,000 men in 24 hours. Many feminists claim she is an exploited victim, and that the men participating in this event are borderline criminals. What the hell is going on here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The most impactful feature of last week's election was Hispanic voters shifting +24 points towards Donald Trump. One heavily Hispanic county in south Texas flipped to Trump that hadn't voted Republican since....1892. Journalist Leighton Woodhouse went straight to the source and interviewed dozens of residents of Starr County Texas on how Donald Trump and the Republicans finally won them over. Also - some quick thoughts on Trump's initial cabinet appointments. Mostly good with a couple flubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald Trump with a shocking landslide win, completing the political resurrection of the century (at least). So many storylines: Hispanics embrace Trump, Elon Musk's role, blue states shifting right on crime, Kamala falling flat, etc. Comedian and podcaster Bridget Phetasy (Spokeswoman for the "Politically Homeless") joins me to explore all the themes and storylines around the 2024 election and the historical dynamics underlying it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump's staged shift at McDonald's has dominated the news cycle all week, with his fans wildly exuberant and the media predictably losing its mind. What does this tell us about how the race is shaping up? The biggest story you are NOT hearing about is the exposure of falsehoods peddled by the transgender movement, revealed in a Supreme Court case. These are so scandalous they have even inspired notorious Trump-hater Andrew Sullivan to consider voting for him. Katherine Dee is a brilliant culture writer and she joins me to discuss some of her best pieces including an exploration of Tumblr's role in the Woke revolution, her beliefs on claims of "cultural stagnation", and "politicians as social media personalities" and responsive fandom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The most important non-national race of the 2024 Election Season is the race for Los Angeles District Attorney. Why? Because it is a referendum on the "criminal justice reform" movement that swept America in the late-2010s and peaked in the summer of 2020. Ultra-progressive (and Soros-funded) George Gascon became DA in 2020 with promises to build a kindler, gentler, more "fair" justice system. The results have not been good. This week I interview his opponent in the upcoming election, Nathan Hochman, a former Federal prosecutor who has promised to return common sense to the city's approach to public safety. Nathan is currently up big in the polls, signaling what the Wall Street Journal has called a "law & order revolt" in ultra-liberal Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Middle East: Lee Smith is an elite geo-political analyst who has been ahead of the curve on nearly every foreign policy issue of the past decade. His recent piece "Killing Nasrallah" cogently explains the motives, mechanics, results, and impact of Israel's assassination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah. He joins me to discuss the recent developments and future projections for the war in the Middle East. Gender Politics: The media keeps rolling out pieces on how "nice guy" liberals like Tim Walz & Douglas Emhoff represent the "New Masculinity". What is this new masculinity they speak of and is this election a referendum on this new concept of masculinity? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legendary social media personality Josh Ostrovsky aka "The Fat Jew" was the 1st person to publicly discuss what had been an open secret in Hollywood and nightlife circles - the freaky sexual proclivities of P-Diddy. This is of course now coming to a head with Diddy's arrest and an avalanche of claims around his depraved sexual tastes, and alleged criminal behavior surrounding it. The Fat Jew was also (arguably) the 1st person to meaningfully monetize social media popularity. He joins me to discuss the Diddy situation, and the evolution of celebrity and influencer culture over the past 15 years since "being famous online" became a thing. (Ok and a few other shocking revelations from the world of celebrity freakhood) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Zuckerberg releases a startling letter revealing that the government pressured Facebook into censorship around COVID and duped Facebook into shelving the Hunter Biden Laptop story - both of which he regrets. Telegram founder Pavel Durov arrested in France which brings up the question: Is a platform responsible for the criminal behavior of its users? RFK Jr. quits his campaign and endorses Donald Trump - aggressively. What does this tell us about political and social realignment, and what does this mean for the 2024 election? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices