Episodes
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Why Are Americans So Divided?
Democrat voters are done with compromising and want elected officials to fight back aggressively against the Trump administration -- which has a near 50-50 approval rating. With investors concerned, Lou Basenese, Host of The Big Skinny, joins the show to discuss the right way to position your...
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Trumps vs. the Fed, Anti-Musk Violence on the Rise
On this week's Common Threads, Kristin Myers, Editor-in-Chief for etf.com, breaks down how the Fed's decision could impact your portfolio. Also, Newsweek's Carlo Versano and Daniel Strauss examine a potential rise in violent threats from left-wing activists.Hop in the chat and your comment will…
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Democrats Shun Trump, Look for Leadership
Former New York Times Editor Jim Roberts and Jon Levine from Free Beacon discuss the complicated week in Washington. Common Threads with J.D. Durkin streams live every Thursday at 7pm ET on X, Rumble, YouTube, and Twitch. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal....
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Free Markets, Caged Press?
As Jeff Bezos pushes for the Washington Post to abandon a wide range of opinions on its editorial board, approval numbers for Elon Musk & company are in. We're joined by Mediaite Contributing Editor Sarah Rumpf and Anarchist/Comedian Brian McCullough to debate the biggest political headlines of…
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Time to Delete Entire Agencies?
Elon musk says it may be time to scrap entire U.S. agencies. Venture Capitalist Bradley Tusk and Fmr KS State Rep Raj Goyle join Common Threads with J.D. Durkin to discuss cost-cutting at the federal level -- and whether President Trump's relentless tariff threats will lead to an all-out trade…
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Is Elon Musk Going Too Far with Spending Cuts?
Every government agency appears to be on the chopping block. Podcaster Justin Robert Young and veteran trader Jim Iuorio face off in a debate over the role of government -- and whether ruthless spending cuts from Elon Musk are a necessary pain for the country. Common Threads with J.D. Durkin...
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Trump's Wild Handling of Plane Tragedy
After blaming DEI initiatives and Pete Buttigieg, President Trump is catching some heat for his handling of the tragic plane crash in Washington, DC. Conservative influencer Anthony Raimondo, better known as @conservativeant, and White House Columnist Brian Karem, join Common Threads for a...
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Will Democrats Roll Over or Fight Back?
After a barrage of executive orders from newly sworn-in President Trump, Democrats are asking themselves if they can get over their disappointment and derail an agenda they view as detrimental to democracy. Carlo Versano, Politics Editor at Politico, and Jeremiah Johnson, Founder of the Center…
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Will Mainstream Media Survive a 2nd Trump Term?
Two newsroom experts discuss the state of media heading into President Trump's second term. Common Threads with J.D. Durkin streams every Thursday night on X, Rumble, YouTube, and Twitch. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed,...
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Trump Pushes U.S. Expansion, Cali Fires Spark Political Outrage
Trump appears undeterred from Greenland as California fires spark outrage. Political columnist Siraj Hashmi and podcast host Jen Briney debate the biggest political headlines of the week. Common Threads with J.D. Durkin streams live every Thursday night. All investing involves the risk of loss,...
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Media's handling of tragedies, Harris to certify election she lost
Debating the media's reaction to tragedy this week -- as Trump prepares to take the oval office. Andrew Heaton and Jim Iuorio join J.D. Durkin for Common Threads. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options...
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Musk Wields Power Over DC as Dems Debate Leadership
John Reid and Michael Hardaway join J.D. Durkin to discuss the biggest political headlines of the week. Hop in the chat and your comment will be featured on the air!
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Was Biden Wrong to Pardon Hunter?
Live debate between Antjuan Seawright and Reid Rasner about Biden pardoning hunter, Trump's picks getting pushback from GOP, and whether congressional term limits could actually happen. Common Threads with J.D. Durkin streams from Brooklyn, NY every Thursday night. Like, subscribe, and hop in the...
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Should Democrats Drop Socialism or Lean Into It?
One Democrat. One Republican. One hour. Host J.D. Durkin is joined live by Allie Rogers and Brian McCullough. Amid rampant criticisms of Trump's cabinet picks, Musk/Vivek are looking at major government reductions. Meantime, Democrats do some soul searching on how to define their platform. Allie...
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Trump's Cabinet Picks Mocked on Social Media
One Democrat. One Republican. One hour. Host J.D. Durkin is joined live by Kristal Knight and Chris Neiweem to debate political news of the week -- including Trump's peculiar picks for vital cabinet positions. Follow us on YouTube, X, Twitch, Rumble and more! https://linktr.ee/CommonThreadsShow…
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Debating Where Democrats Went Wrong, What are Trump's Biggest Priorities?
J.D. Durkin is joined by Republican Diana London and Democrat Christopher Bruce to analyze the overwhelming win on election night by Donald Trump and fellow republicans. We debate how the country moves forward -- and how this election may be a much-needed wake up call for the Democratic Party....
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Harris Regretting VP Pick? | Republicans Capitalize on Latest Biden Hiccup
The seventh episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Brittany Lee Lewis and Amanda Makki -- we debate whether Trump is breaking through to women voters -- and how the crucial state of Pennsylvania could leave Kamala Harris regretting her VP pick come election day. Follow us on…
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Swing States Neck-and-Neck, Mobile Voting, Another Electoral College Headfake?
The sixth episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Bradley Tusk and Liz Joy -- we debate the undecided voters still unsure what they should do on election day, the merits of how mobile voting may save our democracy, and which candidate will benefit big business the most if elected to...
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Harris on the Attack, Americans Abandon MSM, Pro-Trump Polls Accurate?
The fifth episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Jay Michaelson and Reid Rasner. We'll be debating the hits and misses of Harris/Trump's recent interviews, the declining trust in mainstream media, plus a look at the controversial method of 2024 polling that's leading to…
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Trump Targets FEMA, Harris' Favorability Surges, Each Party's Problem Children
The fourth episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Fred Hicks and Aaron Evans, we break down the FEMA becoming politicized in the wake of disaster, each candidate pandering to their base on podcasts, and a final topic chosen by the audience. Follow us on YouTube, X, Twitch, Rumble…
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Politics of War, VP Candidates Cozy Up, October Election Surprise Incoming?
The third episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Jonae Wartel and Rich Rubino, we break down the politics of war, improved rhetoric on the debate stage, and whether America is in for an October surprise. Jump in the chat and your comment could be featured on air! Follow us on...
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Death of the Filibuster, Economic Populism Soars, and NYC's Mayor in Crisis
The second episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Justin Robert Young and Matt Keelen, we break down the proposed death of the filibuster, the rise of economic populism across idealogical lines, and much more. Jump in the chat and your comment could be featured on air! Follow us on...
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Toxic Politics, Crypto & The Bro Vote, Another Trump Scare
The debut episode of Common Threads with J.D. Durkin. Joined by Antjuan Seawright and Chris Neiweem, we break down the growing toxicity in American politics, the latest attempt on Former President Trump's life, and the audience will choose where the show goes from there. EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT at…
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