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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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Democrats Plot Impeachment; Talarico comes out against parental rights; China Helps Iran

China and Iran, Democrats’ plans for investigations and impeachment, the future of crypto regulation, and James Talarico’s comments on parents and gender identity are all

Sep 15
13 min

Midterms turn upside down with crunch time ad bonanza; Crypto Week | Monday Rundown

Texas politics just took a major turn. Trump's Super PAC, the Senate Leadership Fund, and Elon Musk are all pouring money into resetting Ken Paxton's Senate race — and th

Sep 14
12 min

Day 2 GOP Midterm Conference Highlights & Stories You Missed

25 years after the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11th, we remember that fateful day and why it’s so important to never forget the impact had on our country, esp

Sep 11
12 min

INSIDE the GOP Midterm Convention; the tool fueling Lindsay Clancy Fandom

On today’s episode of 10 Minute Drill, we take a look at the RNC Midterm Convention as the 2026 midterm elections heat up. We break down JD Vance’s Thursday keynote at th

Sep 10
15 min

The 2026 Senate Battle: Texas, Key Races and the GOP Convention

The 2026 midterm elections are heating up. This week, we take a closer look at the Republican midterm convention, the 2026 Senate map, the Texas Senate race, the rise of

Sep 9
15 min

GOP Convention PREVIEW; Texas Senate Race Heats Up; Lindsay Clancy and TikTok

We're officially post-Labor Day, and that means the GOP Convention is here. Despite the narrative that nobody's showing up, all signs point to a packed two nights featur

Sep 8
9 min

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

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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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