Hey There Rubinites,
Hope you all are having a great week! Welcome to the twenty-third issue of The Rubin Recap! Iâm thrilled to continue sharing facts, insights, and more while always hearing your thoughts on all things Rubin Report. Letâs get into it!
This Week on The Rubin Report:Â
On Monday, I talked about my conversation with Jordan Peterson about how the Democratic Party could have won the election if they hadnât doubled down on misleading the public. Peterson explained how mainstream media and Democrats underestimated the influence of independent media and podcasters like Joe Rogan and Ben Shapiro. I also covered âThe Viewâsâ Whoopi Goldberg and Ana Navarro clashing over how to resist a second Trump presidency, with Whoopi surprisingly taking the more measured stance. Ana Navarro expressed concerns about her mental health under a Trump presidency and shared how sheâs preparing for it. Sage Steele explained to Sean Hannity why the 4B movement is growing among women in response to male voters supporting Trump. Bill Clinton spoke to MSNBCâs Jonathan Capehart about how conservative media bypassed mainstream outlets to reach rural voters. Finally, I mentioned Dave Rubin hosting a special âask me anythingâ session for the Rubin Report Locals community, and much more.
On Tuesday, I talked about Joe Biden breaking his promise not to pardon his son Hunter Biden, along with Elon Muskâs sharp response to Xâs community notes addressing Bidenâs lie. I also covered Dave Rubin of âThe Rubin Reportâ discussing Kash Patel, Trumpâs controversial FBI director pick, who told Glenn Beck why the FBI has protected Jeffrey Epsteinâs list and shared his plans to dismantle the deep state. Kevin OâLeary of "Shark Tankâ surprised CNN hosts by explaining how Trumpâs tariff plan could cripple China. Marc Andreessen revealed to Joe Rogan how tech entrepreneurs have been targeted and debanked under Operation Choke Point for their political views, and why so many wealthy individuals support Kamala Harris. Finally, I mentioned Coleman Hughes shutting down CNNâs Ameshia Cross for accusing Joe Rogan of grifting and shifting his political beliefs, and much more.
On Wednesday, I talked about âThe Daily Showâsâ Jon Stewart turning on Democrats, slamming them and mainstream pundits for their disgraceful defense of Joe Biden pardoning Hunter Biden, all while claiming that under Democrats no one is âabove the law.â I also covered CNNâs Jake Tapper losing his cool at Democrats and mainstream media for their hypocritical defense of Hunter Bidenâs pardon. âThe Viewâsâ Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin got incredibly defensive about the pardon, while co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin called out Joe Biden for repeatedly lying to the American people. Shermichael Singleton explained to his fellow CNN panelists how their handling of Hunter Bidenâs pardon has cost them their last shred of trust with the public. Additionally, I covered reports of George Clooney being furious at Barack Obama and the Democratic Party for being blamed for helping to oust Joe Biden in favor of Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders struggling to explain to Lex Fridman why he owns three houses, and NY Governor Kathy Hochul appearing to shift her stance on mass deportation as a solution to the migrant crisis. I also appeared on Gutfeld where we had a great and funny discussion. Be sure to check out!
On Thursday, I talked about Democrat megadonor John Morgan telling âPiers Morgan Uncensoredâ how Joe Bidenâs pardoning of Hunter Biden is just the latest hypocritical move from a party that claims to care about democracy while anointing Kamala Harris. John Morgan also told Fox Newsâ Kayleigh McEnany how incompetent the Harris campaign was behind the scenes and how even Barron Trump understood the importance of going on the Joe Rogan podcast. Scott Galloway explained to âThis Past Weekendâsâ Theo Von how Donald Trump managed to connect with disaffected and struggling men ignored by the Kamala Harris campaign. The Harris campaignâs Stephanie Cutter told âPod Save Americaâsâ Daniel Pfeiffer the real reason why Kamala Harris didnât appear on "The Joe Rogan Experience." Meanwhile, âPod Save Americaâsâ Jon Favreau and Jon Lovett doubled down on the Democratic Partyâs focus on trans rights, a stance that most Americans donât support. I also discussed lawyer Joel Bassoff being removed from a city council meeting in Edison, New Jersey, by police for waving an American flag after the city enacted a ban on âpropsâ during speeches. Finally, I mentioned Dave Rubin hosting a special âask me anythingâ session for the Rubin Report Locals community, and much more.
Get ready because this Friday I will be LIVE on the Jesse Watters Show only on Fox News. Make sure to tune in at 8pm EDT!
Sit Down:
For this week's sit down interview the one and only Lara Trump came to visit us. I had an amazing conversation with her about the intense pressure the Trump family has faced over nine years in politics, from relentless media attacks to business losses. She shared how Donald Trumpâs presidency shifted the cultural narrative, turning support for him from counterculture into something more mainstream, and how the RNC is moving away from the âold guardâ to fully embrace the MAGA movement.
Lara also talked about potentially stepping into politics herself, hinting at her openness to fill Marco Rubioâs Senate seat if asked by Governor Ron DeSantis. We discussed the awakening of female voters during Trumpâs presidency, Donald Trumpâs personal growth through challenges (including surviving an assassination attempt!), and how heâs been able to build strong teams with figures like Tulsi Gabbard, Elon Musk, and RFK Jr.
We wrapped up with a look at how alternative media is eclipsing mainstream outlets and Elon Muskâs impact on free speech with platforms like Twitter. It was a great chat, and we covered a lot more too!
Looking Ahead:
If youâve been following my Locals channel you probably know Iâm getting ready to release my own Tequila brand! Iâll be announcing the name, details, and more soon so keep tuning into my newsletter where Iâll give you all the first looks!
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Weekly Motivation:
Letâs end the week off with some motivation. I like this one and thought Iâd share it with you all.
Out greatest weakness lies in giving up.â - Thomas Edison
Signing Off:Â
Well, that's all folks. Well, that's all folks. Make sure to share this newsletter with friends and family and continue to hop on every Friday for my weekly updates. Let me know what you guys want to see on the show or in my newsletter next!
Until next time, stay sane and keep the conversation going!
Bye, Ciao, Stay Hard,
Dave Rubin