MAGA War Chest, Nuclear Subs, and Texas Dems Flee
Episode Date: August 5, 2025Kara kicks off Scott-free August with guest co-host Anthony Scaramucci — lawyer, podcaster, founder of SkyBridge Capital, and yes, former White House...
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687 episodes transcribedKara kicks off Scott-free August with guest co-host Anthony Scaramucci — lawyer, podcaster, founder of SkyBridge Capital, and yes, former White House...
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