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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar, page 3
by iHeartPodcasts · English
Breaking Points is a fearless anti-establishment multi-week Youtube and Podcast which holds the powerful to account hosted by Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti
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8/21/26: Bessent NO IDEA Why Oil Going Up, Wild Trump Aide Natalie Harp, Van Jones Israel Propaganda, Fishback Bilzerian FL FalloutU.S. Treasury and oil-market moves; political-media controversy around Trump aide Natalie Harp; Gaza “disinformation” fact-checking and propaganda claims; and a guest discussion about a right-wing…21 Aug 2026 · 1 h 23 min · 44 chapters
8/20/26: Hegseth Hid Damage To Bases, Fox News Data Center Propaganda, Palestinian American Begs US For Help From SettlersTwo-part discussion. First, shipping/logistics in an Iran war context: Strait of Hormuz traffic, sanctions, ship-to-ship fuel transfers, and U.S. Navy provisioning problems. Second, U.S.20 Aug 2026 · 47 min · 16 chapters
8/20/26: Trump Bond Crisis Worsens, North Korea Humiliates Trump With Missile LaunchThe hosts discuss a worsening U.S. bond market crisis after Trump “intervened” to steady long-term Treasuries, arguing higher yields raise federal debt-servicing costs and could trigger a debt spiral.20 Aug 2026 · 42 min · 20 chapters
8/19/26: Trump Panics As Bond Markets Crumble, Trump Crypto Firm To Become Bank, Kushner Bends Knee To BibiThe episode links three threads: (1) U.S. bond-market turmoil and what it could mean for borrowing costs and financial stability; (2) ethics/regulatory concerns around Trump family crypto moving…19 Aug 2026 · 48 min · 19 chapters
8/19/26: DSA Shocking Victory In Florida, Trump Backed Candidate Crushed, US Plots Retreat From Middle EastBreaking Points discusses results from the 8/19/26 primaries, focusing on a “shocking” DSA win in Florida (Angie Nixon over Alex Vindman) and broader U.S.19 Aug 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 28 chapters
8/18/26: Tariff Refunds Boost Corporations, MAGA Sheriffs Revolt On Border Wall, Screens Ruining EducationTariff refunds and corporate profit padding; MAGA-linked border wall construction controversy in Big Bend; and Jared Horvath’s argument that classroom screens harm learning.18 Aug 2026 · 50 min · 15 chapters
8/18/26: Iran Prepares For War, MTG Says Trump Floating Nukes, Fox Shames Troops On USS LincolnU.S.-Iran escalation after the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding expires; Iran’s alleged plan to intensify attacks around Hormuz and the Red Sea; knock-on effects on oil/diesel prices and global…18 Aug 2026 · 53 min · 18 chapters
8/17/26: Outrage Over USS Lincoln, Navy Retreats After Bases Destroyed, Trump Unapologetic On Gas PricesThe episode centers on reported conditions aboard U.S. aircraft carriers during extended deployments tied to the Iran-Israel regional conflict, including claims of food shortages, poor living…17 Aug 2026 · 1 h 2 min · 22 chapters
8/17/26: Flock Faces Public Backlash, New AG Pledges Trump Loyalty, Local News Freaks Over Anti-Genocide CandidateThe episode covers three threads: backlash to Flock license-plate surveillance cameras; confirmation and early signals from new U.S.17 Aug 2026 · 51 min · 21 chapters
8/14/26: Karoline Leavitt Quits After Decoy Plane Fiasco, Scott Jennings Meltdown, AI Math Breakthroughs, American Doctor DocBreaking Points Friday episode covering: CIA/Israeli intelligence claims about a Trump assassination “decoy plane” incident; Iran/Israel war updates and oil-market impacts; alleged mistreatment of…14 Aug 2026 · 1 h 41 min · 37 chapters
8/12/26: Hunter Biden On Tucker Show, USS Lincoln Morale Collapse, Israel Attacks In GazaThe episode covers three main topics: (1) Hunter Biden’s appearance on Tucker Carlson, focused on a revised “laptop/hard drive” origin story and a dispute over whether Biden dropped off the device at…12 Aug 2026 · 37 min · 10 chapters
8/12/26: Major Wisconsin Elections, Trump National Emergency Before Midterms, Zohran Targets Wealthy NYersPost-election recap focused on Wisconsin and Minnesota results, plus broader political claims about election security, campaign strategy, and Gaza.12 Aug 2026 · 1 h 18 min · 37 chapters
8/11/26: China Shuts Down Billionaire, FP Defends Flock, Hidden AI BailoutChina’s crackdown on offshore wealth channels (using Futu as the example), a critique of Free Press defending Flock AI/plate-surveillance cameras, and an “AI bailout” theory involving…11 Aug 2026 · 40 min · 15 chapters
8/11/26: Trump Fled Air Force One, Mearsheimer Says US Lost War, AOC 'Woke One Was Crazy', Dem Says 'Establishment' Is Racist SlurThe episode is a Breaking Points segment covering U.S.-Iran conflict, election politics, and left-wing “woke” backlash.11 Aug 2026 · 58 min · 19 chapters
8/10/26: Iran Demands Surrender, Trump Officials Gaslight On Economy, Bibi Spits In Trump's FaceThe episode covers escalating tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, Gaza ceasefire breakdown, U.S.10 Aug 2026 · 55 min · 20 chapters
8/10/26: Mitch McConnell Discharged, Hillary Warns Abdul About Communist AttacksTwo-part discussion. First, “Is he dead or alive?” speculation about Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s prolonged absence after a fall and pneumonia, focusing on lack of public video/audio and…10 Aug 2026 · 45 min · 15 chapters
8/7/26: Disaster Jobs Report, Rogue AI Commits Crime Spree, Corporate Dems Declare War On DSAThe episode covers a disappointing U.S. jobs report (jobs losses, labor force drop, wage/inflation mismatch), political fallout from a major Republican primary upset in Tennessee, a tight Minnesota…7 Aug 2026 · 1 h 28 min · 33 chapters
8/6/26: Ben Shapiro Grocery Meltdown, Plane Downed By US Military, Tucker 3rd Party Manifesto, Israeli Mole At The UNThe episode argues that Americans are being priced out of basic life while political elites mock affordability complaints, then pivots to alleged U.S.6 Aug 2026 · 59 min · 17 chapters
8/6/26: Trump Rages Over Iran Shortages, Trump Attacks El-Sayed, Jon Stewart Vs FettermanThe hosts discuss U.S. and regional fallout from Iran-related missile/air-defense shortages, Trump’s reaction to alleged leaks, and how those constraints shape possible ceasefire/talks.6 Aug 2026 · 1 h 4 min · 25 chapters
8/5/26: Abdul Wins In Michigan, Houthis Hit Saudi Ship, US Bails Out JapanBreaking Points live coverage of U.S. primary election results (especially Michigan) and political implications for the left/populist wing, followed by fast-moving Middle East updates tied to the…5 Aug 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 34 chapters
8/5/26: Bari Weiss Epstein Coverup, Max Miller Flails On CNN, Trump Attacks Jeanine PirroThree-part news discussion. (1) Sen. Ron Wyden/Bloomberg investigation into how major banks allegedly enabled Jeffrey Epstein by failing to report suspicious transactions and delaying reporting.5 Aug 2026 · 45 min · 15 chapters
8/4/26: Flock Camera Revolt, China Gives Iran Weapons Amid US DeclineThe episode has two main segments. First, Sagar and Crystal discuss “Flock” AI license-plate reader surveillance expanding nationwide.4 Aug 2026 · 36 min · 15 chapters
8/4/26: AIPAC Set For Defeat In MI, US Munitions Shortage, Israeli Settler InterviewElection-night political analysis focused on Democratic primaries in Michigan and Missouri, plus foreign-policy and defense news about U.S.4 Aug 2026 · 1 h 2 min · 23 chapters
8/3/26: MAGA Abuser Doubles Down, Spain Migrant Crisis, New York Sues KalshiThree-part political/news segment: (1) Max Miller abuse allegations and his decision to “double down” rather than withdraw; (2) Spain’s Ceuta migrant surge and claims it may be tied to…3 Aug 2026 · 46 min · 12 chapters