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10 Minute Drill

by Matt Whitlock

Your morning 10-minute rundown of the most important stories in news and politics, hosted by veteran political strategist Matt Whitlock. We’re keeping it fun, fast, and light because you’ve got enough going on. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

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#13
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11
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Latest episodes

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Jeffries Is FURIOUS: Democrats Punish Golden & MGP

House Democrats are in disarray as Reps. Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez break with their own party and vote with Republicans on a key House procedural rule. Now

Sep 4
16 min

Dark Money, Data Centers & Hollywood’s Hulk problem

The Democratic Socialists of America say they want to build a new generation of young candidates. So why are they backing Ed Markey—a longtime Washington politician who h

Sep 3
14 min

The Senate candidate who wants to “dismantle capitalism,” Abdul’s V-Necks, bad jokes, and bad math

Iran tensions escalate near the Strait of Hormuz, Republican enthusiasm surges heading into the 2026 midterms, and Democrats struggle to define a clear agenda. We break d

Sep 2
14 min

Trump Warns Iran, Canada Courts U.S. Academics & MAHA Eyes the 2026 Midterms

President Donald Trump declares Iran a “failed nation” as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Canada is making a push to attract American academics and resea

Sep 1
17 min

Democrats fight over Hasan Piker; New 2028 litmus test; Rahm in the wilderness | Monday Rundown

It's the Monday Rundown, and Michigan Democrats have a big blue mess on their hands. We break down the chaos at the Michigan Democratic convention, where a land acknowle

Aug 31
14 min

Special Friday: Mary Katherine Ham and Bethany Mandel on normies and the 2026 midterms

What are everyday Americans really thinking as the 2026 midterm elections approach? In this 10 Minute Drill, Bethany Mandel and Mary Katharine Ham take a closer look at

Aug 28
12 min

Hasan Piker Backlash, Paramount-Warner Merger Lawsuit, Larry Krasner & Hakeem Jeffries

Hasan Piker faces bipartisan backlash over comments about American Jews, while Abdul El-Sayed’s “moderate” political image comes under scrutiny. We also break down the le

Aug 27
15 min

Abdul’s Radical Policies, Newsom’s California Tire Ban & More

From controversial policy positions to cringe-worthy political moments, we’re breaking down the biggest stories in American politics. We examine Abdul’s latest comments

Aug 26
14 min

Trump Treasury's "Operation Economic Outcast" Targets Iran, DSA's Violent Rhetoric Exposed, Randi Weingarten's Target Boycott

The Trump administration's Treasury Department has launched "Operation Economic Outcast," a sweeping new effort to sever Iran's economic lifelines and isolate Tehran from

Aug 25
14 min

Inside the DC Grand Prix; Mark Ruffalo hulk smashes Dem lawfare with antisemitism | Monday Rundown

Trump takes the presidential limo for a 180mph joyride down Pennsylvania Avenue in the "Freedom 250 Grand Prix," and data centers become the unlikely battleground in the

Aug 24
14 min

"Limousine Liberals," Harry & Meghan's UK Return, and Trent England on Beshear's Electoral College Push

Battleground Democrats are facing backlash over "working-class" campaign narratives that don't match their financial disclosures — from six-figure salaries to luxury trav

Aug 21
17 min

Democrats Move Left: Florida Election Results, Healthcare, California & Ro Khanna

Florida’s election night is in the books — and the results are revealing major divisions within the Democratic Party. In this episode, we break down the Florida Senate p

Aug 20
16 min

Swalwell’s China Files Bombshell; Bombshell polling rocks Dems midterm plans

We break down the latest developments in the Iran conflict as a 60-day memorandum of understanding ends without a deal. President Trump says there have been no talks, whi

Aug 19
15 min

The new GOP midterm playbook; why Democrats are embracing socialism

What issues will define the 2026 midterm elections? In this episode, we examine the latest Republican polling, the political debate over socialism and capitalism, and the

Aug 18
16 min

The DNC plot to marginalize DSA for 2028; Gav and Gretch laugh off lockdowns | Monday Rundown

The DNC just locked in its 2028 primary calendar — and it's built to check the party's growing socialist wing before it can gain real power. Today on Monday Rundown: why

Aug 17
13 min

Top Stories You Missed This Past Week

It’s been another crazy week around the nation! Catch up on the top stories you might’ve missed from the past week. 1. Wisconsin’s election results are in—and there’s pl

Aug 14
7 min

Wisconsin Election Results, Abdul El-Sayed’s Tackle Football Challenge & the $200 Trillion DSA Agenda

In this episode, we break down the latest election results and political developments across Wisconsin and Minnesota, including polling errors, David Crowley’s progressiv

Aug 13
14 min

Francesca Hong’s Radical Policies, Abdul El-Sayed’s Deleted Videos & Zohran Mamdani’s NYC Agenda

From Francesca Hong’s radical policies in Wisconsin to Abdul El-Sayed’s deleted videos and Zohran Mamdani’s escalating fight with Amazon, the radical left continues to pu

Aug 12
16 min

Did Abdul El-Sayed just nuke his campaign with bad football takes? Thanksgiving on the ballot

Wisconsin's Democratic governor primary is down to the wire — a final poll shows Francesca Hong with a stunning 22-point lead over David Crowley, and Politico reports the

Aug 11
16 min

AOC’s path for 2028; Abdul’s bad healthcare offer; Senate passes major milestone

The Senate wraps its final hours before recess with a historic confirmation record — Todd Blanche and 74 other nominees confirmed, pushing Republicans to a 95% confirmati

Aug 10
14 min

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This is my go-to political podcast. In just 10 minutes, it cuts through the media spin and gets straight to the facts. Matt brings the news with a smile (literally) It's the podcast I recommend and forward to friends and family most often because it's quick, insightful, and easy to fit into any day.

Mama P CT · Jun 2026

Matt gives a great run down on politics and government in 10 minutes. He gets right to the point and is clear, concise and accurate.

GH51863 · Jun 2026

I have two major complaints with the 10 a minute Drill: 1) it is only 10 minutes, and 2) we can’t hear it every day! Hands down the best podcast to catch up on the news and hear great analysis from Matt, cutting through the fluff of what is normally told to us by the legacy media.

Ryan Mcallistar · Jun 2026

This is a great quick news overview. I look forward to it. Love the “you can’t make this up” segment. Keep up the great work Matt!!

Grand in NC · Mar 2026

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