The Manuel Fontes Show

This Throwback Wednesday, we drop by the Complaint Department to hear a rant about social media and all the nonsense that comes with it. I hope you all enjoy this look back in time. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this short episode, I share an update on the remodel, then dive headfirst into the news about Trump wanting to change the name of an agency to Little Green Men Invading Earth. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this Throwback Monday, we revisit Bleacher Banter episode 13, where Kyle and I chat about the new NFL uniforms for 2024 and try to predict the NBA Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics. I hope you all enjoy this look back at my journey. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Mehdi Hasan and Michael Knowles debated the Constitution, but Mehdi, apparently unaware of the rules, was overwhelmed by his own dishonest tactics. Billionaire Ted Turner has passed away, a manhunt is underway for a man who shot his wife in Tennessee, and Donald Trump is attempting to freeze the $83 million he owes E. Jean Carroll. Meanwhile, Candace Owens faces a lawsuit as her world starts to unravel, going outside is becoming popular again, and Sony PlayStation has reached a settlement.   Articles: Billionaire Ted Turner, CNN Founder, Dies At 87 Manhunt begins for Special forces veteran Craig Berry after he allegedly shot his wife in Tennessee Donald Trump Moves to Freeze Paying $83 Million to E. Jean Carroll - Newsweek Defamation lawsuit filed against Candace Owens over statements in Charlie Kirk assassination | Just The News Can outdoor recreation economy support rural towns in the West? – Deseret News PlayStation users may receive refunds in Sony $7.85M settlement sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Today, this Monday, we’re discussing dishonesty and how it impacts the American people. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Sorry for the audio quality, this episode was recorded at home on my laptop instead of in the usual studio.   The Supreme Court has made decisions on the Voting Rights Act and gerrymandering, and it seems only liberals are upset. Spirit Airlines has vanished from the skies, while GameStop is making a surprising comeback and even trying to buy eBay. All of this leaves me wondering if America will ever grow up.   Sources: GameStop prepares eBay takeover bid in high-stakes growth push MN Bill Threatens to Cut Funding for Cities Flying Old State Flag | AllSides Spirit Airlines Ends Operations Following Failed Federal Bailout Effort | AllSides   sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Wrapping up the podcast wars, Dan Bongino makes his mark in the fight, while Erika Kirk finally addresses her critics. King Charles drops by Congress to give us a lecture, judges overturn redistricting rulings, and tragedy strikes as a bodega owner loses his life in New York. Meanwhile, some kids stir up trouble with the Church of Scientology.   Sources: King Charles Speaks on Unity and Policy in Historic Address to US Congress | AllSides NYC Bodega Owner Killed After Warning of Rising Violence | AllSides Supreme Court Reverses Lower Court's Ruling on TX Redistricting, Upholds GOP-Drawn Map | AllSides Judge blocks Virginia from using new congressional maps, 1 day after redistricting vote passes - CBS News Iran Offers to Reopen Strait of Hormuz in Latest Ceasefire Proposal | AllSides U.A.E.'s OPEC Exit Deals Major Blow to Cartel Amid Middle East Oil Squeeze | AllSides Church of Scientology blasts TikTok 'speed running' trend as viral videos circulate   sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Over the weekend, a lunatic attempted to breach the White House Correspondents’ Dinner but was quickly arrested. The incident reignited debates over which side, the left or the right, is more prone to violence. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this Throwback Friday, we revisit an episode I recorded under the Stretchgoose banner, co-hosted by George from WorldAblaze. In it, we chat about the billion-dollar lottery, Gavin Newsom’s immigration policy, and much more. Enjoy this trip back in time. This episode was recorded in June 2023 using Riverside. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This episode was recorded on 4/23/26, and after fixing my computer problems, I was finally able to release it to you all.   After hearing a couple of podcasters openly threaten violence, I dove into news about the war with Iran, the UK banning tobacco, police in Wisconsin defending a beagle breeding facility from 1,000 activists, the right turning to Florida to gain more seats, Microsoft offering buyout packages, and Hollywood gathering 4,000 signatures to fight a merger.   Sources: https://www.allsides.com/story/public-health-uk-set-generationally-ban-all-tobacco-products?utm_source=android_app&utm_medium=2.2.1 https://www.allsides.com/story/general-news-police-repel-attempted-activist-raid-beagle-breeding-facility-arrest-26?utm_source=android_app&utm_medium=2.2.1 https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/desantis-plots-end-run-of-florida-law-to-create-more-gop-house-seats/ar-AA21CAdr?uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69ebdc6e8ab4485e9034648554558aa9&cvpid=a0cffb2467c247a3989b3556e15f1695&ei=17 https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/microsoft-issues-first-ever-employee-buyout-here-s-how-much-employees-might-receive/ar-AA21zmcq?uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69ebdc6e8ab4485e9034648554558aa9&ei=28 Hollywood petition to block Paramount-Warner Bros. merger tops 4,000 names as Robert De Niro, Sofia Coppola, Holly Hunter and more join the fight Open Letter Opposing the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger       sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

After following the podcast wars for the past three weeks, I’ve uncovered a dirty little secret that no one in the industry wants to discuss—except the host of The Graham Allen Show. Hasan Piker thinks stealing is a cool form of protest, Mehdi Hasan has finally earned the title of whataboutism king, and Steve Hilton seems to have no clue how California’s gas system works. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

The podcast wars rage on, with my attention drawn to Graham Allen’s arrogance and Isaiah Martin’s foolishness. Meanwhile, everything I grew up with seems to be disappearing before my eyes, and journalism is under siege in California.   substack article: https://substack.com/@stretchgoose/p-183763370   don't forget to check out episode 270 sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this throwback episode, we revisit the father-and-son podcast where my son and I chat about video games and sports, covering everything from Madden to the NFL to the NBA. It’s a pretty wide-ranging show, and I hope you enjoy it. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In my longest solo episode yet, I dive into two podcasts—The Tim Dillon Show and The Kyle Kulinski Show—calling out the nonsense and fact-checking their takes on the Iran conflict and the accusations they make against the administration, all in an epic hour and forty-five minutes. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Let’s switch things up in the news world and talk some sports, focusing a bit on the NBA and UFL. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Donald Trump tells Iran, “I see your blockade and I’ll raise you one.” Meanwhile, Ro Khanna of California heads to Jubilee to discuss the Epstein files, then makes a fool of himself at a California gas station. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This was recorded on 4/10/26, but due to technical issues, it didn’t upload until 4/11/26.   You know that feeling when it seems like someone is watching you? That eerie moment when the hair on your neck stands up and you get goosebumps? That’s exactly how I felt listening to Dan Bongino basically use the same concept I had talked about the day before.  Tragically, Eric Swalwell is embroiled in sexual assault allegations, and Eric Adams has reportedly become an Albanian citizen. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

What if Trump was doing all of this on purpose? What if he was actually trying to turn the global economy upside down? I have a theory that explains it all, along with some podcast topics I need to get off my chest. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

It looks like a ceasefire might be in the works, with the UK finally stepping in, while Cenk Uygur makes false claims on camera about China nuking Iran. Meanwhile, people are watching to see if controversial figure Dan Bilzerian will take action in Israel, and Gavin Newsom shares insights on the high-speed rail project. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

The Trump administration and Iran have reached a tentative ceasefire agreement. Meanwhile, the usual figures from the Democratic side are expressing what seems like exaggerated outrage over the situation, even calling for the president’s removal. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

The Democrats seem to have a hard time sticking to their story or principles. I have such a great time going through a bunch of clips to highlight the craziness. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Kirk Cousins convinces another team to pay him 100% guaranteed money for the 11th straight year, bringing his total earnings to $321 million in what some call the largest heist in NFL history. An F-15 was shot down over Iran, ending ceasefire talks and sparking a frantic search for a missing pilot. Iran continues to be a thorn in the side of the U.S., trying to make the war so costly that America pulls out. The French and Polish have refused to assist, while Pete Hegseth has begun removing military leadership, and Pam Bondi is also out.   Sources:   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/planes-and-pilots-down-is-us-prepared-for-real-conventional-war/ar-AA207usO?gemSnapshotKey=GM41377A58-snapshot-3&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=42&cvpid=69d116ae90004060b6de60af8c9686f3   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-abruptly-shuts-down-peace-talks-due-to-trump-s-demands/ar-AA2065ph?gemSnapshotKey=GM41377A58-snapshot-3&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=44&cvpid=69d116ae90004060b6de60af8c9686f3   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/regional-effort-to-broker-ceasefire-between-us-and-iran-reportedly-hits-dead-end/ar-AA206DRZ?gemSnapshotKey=GM41377A58-snapshot-3&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=49&cvpid=69d116ae90004060b6de60af8c9686f3   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-uses-asymmetric-warfare-to-inflict-pain-from-a-weakened-position/ar-AA207cB0 uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=32   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/french-owned-ship-passes-through-strait-of-hormuz/ar-AA205Sjh?gemSnapshotKey=GMEF4BA501-snapshot-1&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=49&cvpid=69d116c27b754da983c8abf69f50164d   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/first-western-shipping-vessel-transits-strait-of-hormuz-since-start-of-iran-war/ar-AA206sws?gemSnapshotKey=GMEF4BA501-snapshot1&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=53&cvpid=69d116c27b754da983c8abf69f50164d   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/macron-says-launching-military-operation-to-open-strait-of-hormuz-unrealistic/ar-AA2002ke?gemSnapshotKey=GMEF4BA501-snapshot-1&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=61&cvpid=69d116c27b754da983c8abf69f50164d   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/whose-side-is-europe-on-in-the-battle-for-global-security/ar-AA2069lD?gemSnapshotKey=GMEF4BA501-snapshot-1&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=63&cvpid=69d116c27b754da983c8abf69f50164d   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/this-nato-member-won-t-send-patriot-launchers-to-help-america-against-iran/ar-AA206Cwf?gemSnapshotKey=GMC4199D52-snapshot-1&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&ei=38&cvpid=69d115eddf8a45708965972a1786d107   https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/army-chief-of-staff-two-generals-fired-in-pentagon-shakeup/ar-AA206euz?gemSnapshotKey=GM3FB6529B-snapshot-45&uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=HCTS&cvid=69d112aff37e476698caddb49287f2b1&cvpid=69d11724d5b8476cb3937d24ee8cdac0&ei=39     sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this episode, we dive into Trump signing off on 100-dollar bills to celebrate the countries 250 years, the DHS receiving money, and North Korea drawing inspiration from a Bond movie. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Americans enjoy the escape that social media and podcasts offer. The stressful day-to-day grind has pushed them to seek out off-ramps from their routines. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

It’s been a while, and after some reflection and offline conversations, I’ve come to the conclusion that knowledge is lacking in the industry, and I can’t help but wonder if it’s intentional. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Matt Walsh dives into this rabbit hole of everything being fake while also presenting some of the most interesting arguments against capitalism. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Tom Steyer declines to grade Gavin Newsom’s term as governor, Dan Bongino gets confronted at an event and clearly isn’t pleased, and Candace Owens lets it slip that Joe Kent is her source. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Podcaster Graham Allen, Speaker Mike Johnson, and the DHS nominee Markwayne Mullins all say we’re not at war, and I think they say that because if they called it a war, Congress would have to decide. If we’re not at war with Iran, then why do we call the podcast wars a war? I try to break it down and also talk a bit about the passing of Chuck Norris. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

After a quick Joe Kent update, we dive into the blatant hypocrisy of everyone’s favorite jerk, Gavin Newsom. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

For some reason, these guys, from Dave Smith to Ian Carrol to whoever else fits the bill, have no real skin in the game but still think they know what’s going on in the world. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Since Charlie Kirk’s passing, every podcaster and political talking head has rushed to claim the top spot, sparking a massive feud. Who knew Charlie was the one holding it all together? sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Is MAGA a political party? After 11 years, it seems to be gaining strong support based on recent polls, and the president even removed Tucker from the MAGA movement, so maybe it is becoming one. I also love the vagueness of this administration and I'm attempting to make that case.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

After Democrats attempted to redraw the maps, Fetterman sided with Republicans in voting down the War Powers Resolution in the Senate. Meanwhile, the House overwhelmingly sent a bill to its demise.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

I’m not sure what went down over the weekend, but we’ve got people wasting taxpayer money running for office, Rick Wilson saying he wants Trump to burn in hell, folks in California losing their fortunes from more wage hikes, and it all feels like it’s reaching its wits’ end.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Kristie Noem has been removed as DHS secretary and replaced by Markwayne Mullins. Rep. Tony Gonzales has ended his reelection bid following GOP pressure over a scandal. DHS funding has been revised and passed in the House, with four new Democrats crossing party lines. After pestering Ben Shapiro for nearly three years, Dave Smith finally got a response—one he’s not happy with.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This episode focuses on fixing a mistake from yesterday and discussing right-wing podcasters who suddenly act like they don’t need you or spend time mocking and insulting you. I also cover a bad decision by a small college, the FBI catching a group of gang members in an ATM robbery, and news that smartphones are about to get cheaper.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This Wednesday, we talk about what seems to be a coordinated effort to take her down or cancel her, but I think it’s backfired. Instead, it’s only added more fuel to the fire and given her exactly what she wants—exposure.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Today I’m talking about the bombing involving Iran; Byron Donalds cruising toward the governorship in Florida; Jack Dorsey laying off 4,000 workers due to AI; California investigating the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger; California possibly having to choose between two Republicans; and Speaker Johnson refusing to oust Rep. Tony Gonzales.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

I talk about the most iconic moment I’ve ever seen at the State of the Union, one that could easily be an instant campaign ad. Then, I dive into the latest scam sweeping the nation—the “buy now, pay later” trend that’s taking advantage of people across America. What is it, and why are so many falling for it? I do my best to break it all down. The Fed - "The Only Way I Could Afford It": Who Uses BNPL and WhyBuy Now Pay Later Statistics (2026): Market Share & TrendsBuy Now, Pay Later: Market Impact and Policy Considerations | Richmond FedXManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This is the recounting of the pull tabs journey from its inception to its realization.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This is the recounting of the shoelaces journey from its inception to its realization.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This is the recounting of the paper clips journey from its inception to its realization.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This is the recounting of the pencil sharpeners journey from its inception to its realization.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This is the recounting of the pencil’s journey from its inception to its realization.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

This is a story that seems to go on forever: Epstein is reportedly tied to million‑dollar settlements, many people are leaving their jobs, and the President is said to be trying to block FOIA requests. Bill Gates reportedly has a young daughter named Phoebe who wants to start a business without using her father's name. Brian Tyler Cohen is accused of manipulating state statistics to make the Democratic Party look better.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this trip back in time, we visit the OG show of my journey as a podcaster. The Stretchgoose Podcast was the very first show I started and rebooted several times. in this version I finally hit 50 episodes and celebrated my milestone with a 3-hour show featuring early George Fontes before world ablaze got off the ground and my son Kyle joined for the fun. Enjoy this look back in time with this epic show broken up into 3 one-hour shows over the next few days.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this trip back in time, we visit the OG show of my journey as a podcaster. The Stretchgoose Podcast was the very first show I started and rebooted several times. in this version I finally hit 50 episodes and celebrated my milestone with a 3-hour show featuring early George Fontes before world ablaze got off the ground and my son Kyle joined for the fun. Enjoy this look back in time with this epic show broken up into 3 one-hour shows over the next few days.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this trip back in time, we visit the OG show of my journey as a podcaster. The Stretchgoose Podcast was the very first show I started and rebooted several times. in this version I finally hit 50 episodes and celebrated my milestone with a 3-hour show featuring early George Fontes before world ablaze got off the ground and my son Kyle joined for the fun. Enjoy this look back in time with this epic show broken up into 3 one-hour shows over the next few days.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

In this midweek installment, the newest addition to the cadre of Democratic pundits, Chris Mowrey, voices his objections to the Save Act; commentator Elie Mystal argues that white people are the underlying problem and condemns all MAGA supporters as bigots; newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani is beginning to learn just how difficult the job of mayor really is; and activist Tezlyn Figaro makes an appearance on CNN, where she’s wants people to thank her for her military service something she doesn't deserve.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X

Mehdi Hasan is angry at LeBron James for praising an Israeli basketball player; Tim Miller from the bulwark talks about his values; a New York politician get all into racism and a black church welcomes Donald Trump.XManuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / XSUBSTACKstretchgoose | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. sponsors:🛒 Aspire Drinks - Green tea-powered energy drink💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://aspiredrinks.com 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: STRETCHhttps://oldglory.com  check out my socials:Email: [email protected]:  stretchgoose | Substackx:  Manuel Fontes (@stretchgoose) / X