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| This Week Unfiltered 04.06.25 | 06 Apr 2025 | 00:48:33 | |
Truth in the Barrel Unfiltered Episode: April 6, 2025
Welcome to Truth in the Barrel unfiltered! Each week hosts Amy McGrath and Denver Riggleman select stories from the news to shine a spotlight on and discuss with wisdom, wit, (and a bit of whiskey).
On this week’s episode Amy and Denver talk about the Right’s animosity toward due process, especially when it comes to deportations, the continued fallout from SignalGate, the insanity of Laura Loomer which can only be outdone by the insanity of taking advice from Laura Loomer, Texas Congressman Keith Self’s attempt to make Joseph Goebbels great again, and the pain that will come from President Trump’s wildly unpopular new tariffs.
But here at Truth in the Barrel we know it can’t be all doom and gloom, so the episode ends with Amy and Denver saying cheers to some of the small victories of the week.
01:44 Due Process
*This episode was recorded on April 4, 2025, and aired on April 6, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| Launch Day | Live From Bourbon County | 06 Apr 2025 | 00:42:18 | |
Welcome To Truth In The Barrel!
In this their very first episode, Amy and Denver broadcast live from the Hartfield & Company Distillery in Bourbon County, Kentucky. All manner of subjects come up from D.O.G.E, Veterans Rights, Matters of National Security and more! Come listen in on our audio exclusive debut of Truth In The Barrel. Visit Hartfield And Company Distillery : https://www.hartfieldandcompany.com/ Visit Our Website: Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: Spotify: Apple Podcasts: Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: | |||
| Small Batch | SignalGate | 29 Mar 2025 | 00:09:13 | |
Pete Hegseth, Mike Watlz, Tulsi Gabbard, JD Vance...and an Atlantic reporter? Lt. Col. Amy McGrath and Former Congressman Denver Riggleman break down why this is SUPER problematic.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| Trailer | All You Fascists Bound To Lose | 29 Mar 2025 | 00:01:11 | |
Amy McGrath and Denver Riggleman's new podcast/YouTube show, Truth In The Barrel begins this April! Subscribe now and join the new Whiskey Rebellion!
*featuring "All You Fascists Bound To Lose" by Woody Guthrie | |||
| This Week Unfiltered 04.10.25 | 11 Apr 2025 | 00:42:44 | |
Truth In The Barrel UNFILTERED 04.10.25
Amy and Denver give their unfiltered takes on Trump’s tariff retreat. How does this affect farmers and agriculture long term? Can the world financial market trust us again? Later, they discuss President Trump’s weaponization of the FBI for the sole purpose of revenge as he has demanded an investigation into Chris Krubs and Miles Taylor. Last but not least, there are rumblings the United States may be pulling our troops out of Europe.
00:00 Buffalo Trace 02:00 Trump Tariffs v. Farming and Agriculture 16:03 To Those Who Believe Trump Is “Trying” 19:23 Bailouts? 26:48 Retribution : Taylor and Krebs 36:30 Are We Pulling Our Troops?
*This episode was recorded on March 27, 2025, and aired on March 31, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| This Week Unfiltered | 06.12.25 | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:50:54 | |
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED look at the damage President Trump’s tariffs are doing to U.S manufacturers – can the administration spin the loss of8,000 manufacturing jobs in just one month as a victory for the American worker? Then it’s indictment time! Seeing as how Trump forcibly impedes and interferes with federal law enforcement every day, it must’ve been shocking for Congresswoman LaMonica McIver to learn that she’s the one being indicted. Does her NOT being a white male maybe have something to do with it? Also, Trump once again proves that he’s not the “sharpest bulb” by delivering a divisive campaign speech to a military audience. Why aren’t we hearing any pushback from senior leadership in the military? Plus, the Chinese military is practicing blockades of Taiwan while RFK Jr. is firing vaccine experts and abandoning patients. *This episode was recorded and aired 06.12.25
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel | |||
| Cask Us Anything | Truth In The Barrel Live! | 11 Jun 2025 | 01:06:33 | |
Amy and Denver did a live YouTube Q&A on their YouTube channel to talk about Donald Trump’s deployment of Marines and The National Guard into Los Angeles. Is it illegal? What happens next? What can we do about it?
*This episode was recorded live on 06.10.25
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| This Week Unfiltered 05.15.25 | 16 May 2025 | 00:53:51 | |
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED flight in Donald Trump’s brand new “free” plane, welcoming refugees to America (so long as they’re white), and learning how MAGA define “winning”. Plus, we’ll dive into some refreshing sewage with RFK Jr before joining Judge Jeanine at her new job!
* The audio quality varies due to a sketchy overseas connection.
CHAPTERS: 03:40 Whiskey Minute 07:40 Trump Farce One 17:36 It's The White Thing To Do 29:40 Winning By Whining 42:00 Quick Shots 47:44 Cheers To Pete Rose?
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| Devil's Cut | Mother's Day w. Dr. Marianne McGrath | 13 May 2025 | 00:44:57 | |
Truth in the Barrel | Devil’s Cut | Mother’s Day Edition w Dr. Marianne McGrath
On this very special episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy and Denver are joined by Dr. Marianne McGrath to talk about unqualified our President, Donald J. Trump and anti-vax huckster, Robert Kennedy’s “Make America Healthy Again” initiative. Dr. McGrath discusses cuts to the Health and Human Services Dept, and the current culture of fear masked as defiance. Dr. McGrath also talks about being Amy’s mom.
*This episode was recorded on May 5th,2025, and aired on May 13th, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
Wild Turkey Whiskey: https://www.wildturkeybourbon.com/
Silverback Distillery VA: https://www.sbdistillery.com/ | |||
| This Week Unfiltered | 05.08.25 | 09 May 2025 | 00:46:35 | |
This Week Unfiltered 05.08.25
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED look at the plans Donald Trump has for our military – will having more parades and fewer generals keep us safe in this dangerous world? Also, can the administration truly make America healthy again by cutting $880 billion from Medicaid? Plus, there’s trouble in the skies over Newark, Alcatraz is poised to return, and the President “doesn’t know” if he needs to follow the constitution. This is TRUTH IN THE BARREL – a different kind of whiskey rebellion. *This episode was recorded on May 8th,2025, and aired on May 8th, 2025 About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Visit Our Website: Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| In Conversation With Annie Jacobsen | 06 May 2025 | 00:40:26 | |
Truth in the Barrel | Devil’s Cut | In Conversation With Annie Jacobsen Amy and Denver talk to Annie Jacobsen, writer or television’s Jack Ryan series and author of “Nuclear War : A Scenario” about our status regarding nuclear proliferation, Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” project and the overall likelihood of a nuclear winter.
*This episode was recorded on April 21, 2025, and aired on May 06, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel | |||
| This Week Unfiltered | 05.01.25 | 02 May 2025 | 00:49:57 | |
Truth in the Barrel | This Week Unfiltered 05.01.25 Amy is joined by Pretty/Furious Cohost/Seneca Project Communications Director and FORMER MISS AMERICA, Mallory Hagan. In honor of The Kentucky Derby, Amy takes a moment to teacus how to make a mint julep correctly before going in on the dumbest “first 100 days” in American history. Amy and Mallory then weigh in on everything from Pete Hegseth, National Security and Columbus Day before getting to America’s new favorite podcast segment, “Quick Shots”
01:48 Whiskey Of The Day 14:40 Trump's Accomplishments So Far... 18:40 What Can/Should Do Democrats Do? 24:04 The Women Peace & Security Program RIP 33:00 Quick Shots
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel | |||
| Devil's Cut | Donald Trump's Golden Dome | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:36:04 | |
On January 27th 2025 President Trump signed an executive order to begin production on a missile defense system based on the design of Israel’s famous “Iron Dome.” Would the potential cost be worth it? Could something like that even work for a country as big as America? Join Amy McGrath and Denver Riggleman as they discuss this potential “boondoggle.”
01:42 Whiskey Of The Day 04:20 What Is A Missile Defense System? 14:00 Why Not Consider It? 23:00 What Are The Actual Logistics? 32:20 What’s In A Name?
*This episode was recorded on April 21, 2025, and aired on April 29, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel | |||
| The Week Unfiltered 04.25.25 | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:51:43 | |
Truth in the Barrel Unfiltered 04.25.25
This week Amy and Denver talk about everything from Donald Trump’s devotion to Putin – The White House spitballing the idea of offering women medals for giving birth – Signalgate 2 : The Quickening – The Pentagon’s new powder room – and much much more!
01:15 Whiskey Of The Day 04:14 The Zelensky Blame Game 15:41 Medals For Babies 31:35 Rapid Fire Questions
*This episode was recorded on April 24, 2025, and aired on April 25, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel | |||
| Devil’s Cut | The Federal Budget Distilled | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:45:35 | |
Amy and Denver break down the ins and outs of how our federal budget works. What’s a deficit? Which political party has a better track record? What does our current proposed budget look like? And what are the deficit projections of Donald Trump’s economy?
05:25 What Is The Deficit? 09:00 Whose To Blame By The Numbers 23:00 The Fantasy Of D.O.G.E 31:45 A Republican On Government Programs 36:38 The Truth About Democrats v. The Deficit 40:19 Some Bipartisan Solutions
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
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| Small Batch | Tariffs Hit Home | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:09:14 | |
Truth in the Barrel Small Batch Episode : Tariffs Hit Home Our own Denver Riggleman tells Amy McGrath what his own distillery has been going through since President Donald Trump’s tariff stunt. Amy points out that according to her own pocket constitution, Trump’s tariffs may not have been legal in the first place. *This episode was recorded on April 18, 2025, and aired on April 21, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. Silverback Distillery: Visit Our Website: Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329 Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel | |||
| This Week Unfiltered 04.17.25 | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:48:52 | |
Truth in the Barrel | THIS WEEK UNFILTERED 04.17.25
This week Amy and Denver shout out Green River Whiskey (link below) before they give their reactions to the decisions that made this week so hard. The Republican’s SAVE ACT has just passed the house. What are its Handsmade Tale implications, and how is it being sold to the American people? What is the latest on the El Salvador situation? Since when is their no due process for legal Americans? Does President Donald Trump want to make his own Iran nuclear deal and why is he consulting the likes of Bill Maher? Stick around for Denver and Amy’s rapid fire finale!
04:07 The SAVE ACT 15:58 We’re Throwing Out Legal Americans Now 26:18 Trump’s Potential Iran Deal. Is There Even A Plan? 39:00 Quick Shots! The Rapid Fire Round
*This episode was recorded on April 17, 2025, and aired on April 17, 2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Green RIver Whiskey:
https://greenriverwhiskey.com/visit-us/
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| This Week Unfiltered | 06.05.25 | 06 Jun 2025 | 00:45:56 | |
THIS WEEK UNFILTERED
Today we’re hoping the safety bars are secure as we take an UNFILTERED ride on the tariff rollercoaster – can someone please pump the brakes on Trump’s economic madness? Also, we set sail on the U.S.S. Fragile Masculinity with Pete Hegseth – just why does the name Harvey Milk make him so angry? Then Putin threatens Ukraine with nuclear war. Is this just more bluster or are we seeing an escalation in the war? Plus, want a job in the federal government? Then be ready to write an essay about how awesome Trump is. Women’s healthcare is once again in the crosshairs. And Joni Ernst would like to remind everyone that “we’re all gonna die”
*This episode was recorded and aired on June 5th 2025
CHAPTERS:
03:09 MORE TARIFF DISASTERS 15:00 HEGSETH ERASES HISTORY 24:00 HE’S PUTIN US ON 34:08 WHISKEY MINUTE 37:15 QUICK SHOTS
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| Devil's Cut | Nuclear Proliferation Under Donald Trump | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:27:37 | |
It’s no surprise that President Donald Trump has made the United States less safe. But the man who bankrupted his own casinos is now gambling away America’s influence around the world as even our allies do not trust that we will protect them from a nuclear attack.
00:44 Whiskey Headlines 1:20 Where Are We Now? 8:32 The Nuclear Umbrella 14:20 The Umbrella Could Collapse 24:00 Our Eroding World Status
*This episode was recorded on March 26, 2025, and aired on April 15,2025.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| Devil's Cut | On The Ground In Ukraine | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:42:50 | |
Ukraine just pulled off one of the most devasting attacks in the history of modern warfare. Our own Denver Riggleman just happens to be on the front line. Learn what Ukraine thinks of America since Trump’s embarrassing meeting with Zelinsky, what is the future of drone warfare, what is the Babushka intelligence network and so much more!
*This episode was recorded on June 2nd,2025, and aired on June 4th, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website:
Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel
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| Devil's Cut | In Conversation With Nicole Malachowski | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:43:08 | |
On this week’s Devil’s Cut episode, Amy and Denver have an incredible conversation with a Former White House Fellow that also happens to be the very first female Thunderbird Pilot Ret. Col. Nicole Malachowski. The interview covers everything from her incredible career to her thoughts on Trump’s D.E.I policies, Pete Hegseth and the scrubbing of her own military achievements from Government websites. *This episode was recorded on May 26, 2025 and aired on June 3, 2025
CHAPTERS: 00:00 Meet Nicole Malachowski 12:30 DOD Literally White History 26:00 The Fabled Malicious Compliance 35:00 Tickborn Diseases Another VA Failure
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| Small Batch | The Consequences Of RFK Jr. | 02 Jun 2025 | 00:15:46 | |
On this very special bonus episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy is joined by none other than her mom, Dr. Marianne McGrath, to discuss the HHS decision to no longer recommend the Covid vaccine for “healthy children” or pregnant women.
*This episode was recorded on May 29th,2025, and aired on June 2nd, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 05.29.25 | 30 May 2025 | 00:45:53 | |
THIS WEEK UNFILTERED | 05.29.25
Today Amy is joined by special guest cohost, Project Seneca Press Chief and former Miss America, Mallory Hagan! Together they are taking an UNFILTERED look at the Trump administration’s war on higher education – is cracking down on international students and dumbing down the populace the secret ingredients to making America great again? Also, instead of being celebrated for their achievements, West Point graduates are made to endure an insulting commencement address. Our fallen veterans are disrespected on Memorial Day, and a married couple from reality television is gifted a presidential pardon. Plus, Trump has a falling out with his BFF Elon, and $1 billion dollars is taken out of US Army barracks and deployed to the southern border. *This episode was recorded and released on May 29th,2025 CHAPTERS :
02:43 Whiskey Minute 05:36 Trump Vs. Higher Education 16:02 Trump's Horrific West Point Speech 28:05 Pardons For Sale 35:45 Quick Shots
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| Devil's Cut | We Dare You To Run For Office! | 27 May 2025 | 00:54:47 | |
In the episode, Amy and Denver talk about their experiences running for office and make no mistake, they do not hold back! Learn about the highs, lows and the straight up ugliest parts about running for public office! It promises to be one jam packed - Sasquatch sized listen! *This episode was recorded on May 16th,2025, and aired on May 27th, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 05.22.25 | 23 May 2025 | 00:52:26 | |
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED look at the precarious state FEMA is in as an already deadly storm season descends upon us. Also, what exactly is the GENIUS Act and why does it have broad bipartisan support in the Senate? Plus, for one woman in Georgia choice is not an option, Moody’s downgrades the United States, President Trump picks a fight with the Boss, and Kristi Noem “supports” but clearly doesn’t understand habeas corpus. *This episode was recorded and released on May 22,2025 CHAPTERS : 01:14 WHISKEY MINUTE 05:20 FEMA HAS FOMO 20:43 CRYPTO GOOD DOG BAD COIN 36:08 THE STATE OF CHOICE IN GEORGIA 43:28 QUICK SHOTS 50:50 CHRISTINE BEACHLER WARRIOR LIBRARIAN
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| Devil's Cut | Greenland Is Not For Sale! | 20 May 2025 | 00:48:05 | |
Truth in the Barrel | Devil’s Cut | GREENLAND IS NOT FOR SALE
Amy and Denver talk about our complicated history with Greenland before speaking with sound designer and native Greenlander, Siri Paulsen. What does Trump want with Greenland? Don’t we already have a presence there? What do the people of Greenland think of Trump and the United States? All this and more will be answered on this very special Devil’s Cut of Truth In The Barrel! Chapters : 00:40 Whiskey Of The Day 03:30 Trump's Obsession With Greenland 15:54 Our Complicated History W Greenland 20:41 Meet Siri Paulsen 46:00 Wrap Up
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 09.25.25 | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:54:04 | |
This week, Amy and Denver are joined by Dr. Marianne McGrath to talk Tylenol and irresponsible press conferences. They then do a deep dive on Trump’s insane U.N speech before tackling the Homan bribery incident and more! Chapters : 01:10 The Tylenol Presser 22:38 Trump’s Open Mic Night At The U.N 31:07 Homan’s Big Bribe 35:35 The Whiskey Minute 38:33 Quick Shots
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 09.19.25 | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:42:14 | |
Today Amy and Denver are taking an UNFILTERED look at the firing of Jimmy Kimmel caused by Trump’s FCC interference. What are Trump’s Tariffs doing to farmers all over America? What is the current status of The Epstein Files? Chapters :
00:40 : Jimmy Kimmel An Attack On 1A 07:48 Farmers Crushed By Tariffs 15:48 The Kinetic Strike On “Drug Boats” 25:20 The Status Of The Epstein Files 33:48 Quick Shots
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 08.21.25 | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:59:18 | |
Today Denver is back for our UNFILTERED episode. What should the US president be doing if he wanted to help Ukraine instead of Putin? We discuss the president’s war of mail-in voting, and talking about slavery as a part of American history too “woke”?
Plus, US Navy’s off the coast of Venezuela, RFK Jr, is taking on pediatricians now, and Gov Gavin Newsome decides to act like a juvenile to shed light on our president…who acts like a juvenile.
Chapters :
05:52 How Trump Should’ve Handled Putin 19:17 How To Steal An Election 29:16 War On Woke 44:23 Quick Shots
*This episode was recorded and aired on August 21st, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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*citations :
https://www.dw.com/en/what-are-us-secondary-sanctions-and-how-do-they-work/a-73599628
https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/us/politics/trump-smithsonian-slavery.html
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/aug/15/jd-vance-lake-water-levels-ohio
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| Cask Us Anything | Truth In The Barrel w JoJoFromJerz | 20 Aug 2025 | 01:12:54 | |
Amy went live with Joanne Carducci (@JoJoFromJerz) to talk about a range of topics beginning with Donald Trump’s amateur and downright embarrassing handling of Vladmir Putin this week.
*This episode was recorded and aired on 08.19.25
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| Devil's Cut | Betraying Our Allies w Shawn VanDiver | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:29:38 | |
Amy speaks with Shawn VanDiver, the President of Afghan Evac -- an organization dedicated to defending Afghans who were promised safe harbor in America, after bravely assisting our men and women in uniform. Don’t miss this powerful episode of Truth In The Barrel. *This episode was recorded on August 7th, and aired on August 12th, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 08.14.25 | 15 Aug 2025 | 01:00:22 | |
Amy is joined this week by the legendary Bill Kristol as they take an UNFILTERED look at the deployment of troops onto the streets of Washington D.C., President Trump’s Alaskan rendezvous with Putin, and the numerous ways basic voting is under attack right now. Plus, A steady creep toward authoritarianism, Pete Hegseth’s pastor doesn’t think women should vote, and Kim Davis has tied the knot four times but still thinks gay people are ruining the sanctity of marriage. *This episode was recorded and aired on August 14th 2025
CHAPTERS: 02:34 The Deployment Of Our National Guard In D.C. 18:24 The Putin/Trump Summit In Alaska 27:48 Trump Administration Attacks Voting Rights 37:16 Quick Shots
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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*citations
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/08/12/national-guard-civil-unrest/ https://www.ft.com/content/e1e4a1f3-422f-4a02-8b86-69271f12d63c https://www.politico.com/news/2025/08/12/smithsonian-museums-trump-review-00505838 https://navigatorresearch.org/a-majority-feel-behind-financially/ https://51st.news/house-republicans-vote-to-defund-d-c-police-and-schools/ https://www.yahoo.com/news/republican-funding-bill-could-defund-195336359.htmlw https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/aug/13/trump-putin-meeting-alaska House Republicans still haven’t restored the funding “mistakenly” cut from D.C. budget bill:
Murder rates by state:
https://usafacts.org/articles/which-states-have-the-highest-murder-rates/
Great details/data on overall crime rates in 2024:
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| Devil's Cut | What Does It Mean To Be A Progressive In 2025? | w Richard Chew | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:49:07 | |
On this very special episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy is joined by political radio talk-show host, Richard Chew about what it means to be a progressive in 2025. How do democrats compete with the grifting media eco system of right wing propaganda?
*This episode was recorded on August 4th 2025 and aired on August 12th, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 08.07.25 | 07 Aug 2025 | 00:51:57 | |
This Week Unfiltered 08.07.25
Today Amy is joined by special guest cohost, Mallory Hagan as they take an UNFILTERED look at how pandering to Trump now requires gerrymandering. Then, it turns out that “Vladimir, STOP!!” wasn’t great foreign policy – so we’re back to nuclear saber rattling with Russia. Plus, the House Oversight committee subpoenas the Clintons (because of course), the “father of IVF” turns out to be just another deadbeat dad, Nebraskans put the pressure on Mike Flood, the head of Bureau of Labor Statistics is fired for doing a good job, and Trump destroys satellites for climate change.
Chapters :
01.52 The Truth About Gerrymandering 16:50 A Nuclear Distraction 24:32 Comer’s Pile 30:04 Whiskey Minute/Quick Shots
*This episode was recorded and aired on August 7th 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
Visit Our Website: Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
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Summer Willis Instagram :
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Citations :
https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/31/politics/gerrymandering-texas-republicans-analysis
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/world/europe/russia-missile-treaty.html
https://share.google/DtdNJuW2Eo8OhBrAc
https://thehill.com/business/5431805-us-job-growth-revised-downward/
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/white-house-orders-nasa-destroy-171440771.html
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| Devil's Cut | Domestic Terrorism | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:48:36 | |
Devil’s Cut | Domestic Terrorism From the Oklahoma bombing to January 6th, America has had no shortage of political violence. This week Amy speaks to Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware authors of the book, God Guns and Sedition about the history of politically motivated domestic terrorism and what signs we should all recognize before we experience such a thing again. *This episode was recorded on July 25th,2025 and aired on August 5th, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 07.31.25 | 31 Jul 2025 | 01:02:39 | |
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED look at the continuation of President Trump’s tariff madness. New deals have been made, but did America benefit from them at all? Then we try to determine just how much Pete Hegseth’s insecurity is driving DOD policy. Spoiler alert: it’s a lot. Plus FEMA’s in need of emergency management, Trump picks a fight with Beyonce, healthcare costs are going up, Kristi Noem goes horseback riding, and a MAGA-loving school superintendent shows porn during a board of education meeting.
CHAPTERS :
02:09 Mr. Tarrific Strikes Again 15:30 Secretary Of Being Defensive 26:20 The State Of FEMA 37:48 Quick Shots
*This episode was recorded and aired on July 31st, 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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Citations :
https://paulkrugman.substack.com/p/i-coulda-made-a-better-deal?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/donald-trump-tariff-rebate_n_688929e1e4b08681ba5e7437
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/07/28/pentagon-think-tank-ban-confusion-reaction-00480095
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/28072025/emergency-managers-overworked-as-fema-shrinks/
https://www.eenews.net/articles/epa-attacks-climate-science-here-are-the-facts/
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| Cask Us Anything | Truth In The Barrel Live! 07.29.25 | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:52:45 | |
On this very special episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy and Denver go live to talk about the further unraveling of the Epstein debacle. Did Trump just admit to employing sixteen year old girls at his spa in Mar A Lago? Much more!
*This episode aired on June 29th 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
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| Devil's Cut | The Separation Of Powers | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:44:48 | |
Amy is joined by lawyer and author Denis Fleming to examine the fragility of our nation’s legal guard rails and what can be done to protect them. Could our founding father’s even fathom an administration as destructive or a President as porcine as Donald J. Trump?
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| Veteran's Affairs w Dr. Kyleanne Hunter | Devil's Cut | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:49:16 | |
On this special episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy has a frank conversation with Marine Pilot and Veterans advocate, Dr. Kyleanne Hunter about the abysmal state of the VA and what can be done to improve it. What level of care do our female soldiers receive post-Dobbs and what forces are at work to undermine the promises we’ve made to our combat Veterans under President Trump.
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 07.24.25 | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:51:12 | |
This week Amy is joined by Valor Media’s Ken Harbaugh as they take an UNFILTERED look at who’s not talking about Jeffery Epstein – how bad must it be for Donald Trump that the House Republicans would rather flee Washington D.C. than take another vote on releasing the Epstein files? Then, it’s a golden age of losing! GM reports $1.1 billion in losses thanks to the Trump tariffs while Trump himself loses support from his most stalwart fans – men! Also, the “big beautiful bill” reveals itself to be a big bold betrayal as energy costs are poised to spike in many red states. Plus, Pete Hegseth removes another high-ranking woman, Republicans are suddenly institutionalists, and FEMA punishes a small town in North Carolina. This is TRUTH IN THE BARREL – a different kind of whiskey rebellion.
*This episode was recorded and aired on 07.24.25
Chapters : 00:00 Intro 05:40 The Epstein Distractions Aren’t Working 16:40 So Much More Losing To Come 29:12 The Electric Price Hike 36:19 Whiskey Minute – Quick Shots
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| Devil's Cut | The Fineprint In The Big Beautiful Bill w Bobby Kogan | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:45:53 | |
Devil’s Cut | The Fineprint Of “The Big Beautiful Bill” They say the devil is in the details. Well, today Amy is joined by the Senior Director Of Federal Budget Policy at The Center For American Progress, Bobby Kogan. Together they dive deeper into the fineprint of Trump’s ironically named, “Big Beautiful Bill.” *This episode was recorded on July 14th 2025 and aired on July 22nd 2025
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| This Week Unfiltered | 07.17.25 | 18 Jul 2025 | 00:56:23 | |
This Week Unfiltered Amy is back from vacation and not a moment too soon! Amy and Denver cover everything from Donald Trump’s fabled tariff bumps to Russia/Ukraine and the entirely preventable disaster in Texas. Stick around for our whiskey minute and a rapid-fire topic hop we like to call, “Quick Shots!” Chapters 00:00 Intro 04:32 The Fabled “200 Deals” 15:40 Trump’s New Ukraine Stance 24:45 The Floods Were Preventable 41:07 Whiskey Minute/Quick Shots *This episode was recorded and aired on June 17th 2025
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| Cask Us Anything | The Epstein/MAGA Fault Line | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:56:34 | |
Amy and Denver took questions from their live stream and discussed state of MAGA after being lied to for over a decade about the Jeffery Epstein files.
*This episode aired live on 07.15.25
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| Devil's Cut | The Harry Dunn Interview | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:38:14 | |
Devil’s Cut |The Harry Dunn Interview
Denver speaks to Capitol police officer and January 6th hero, Harry Dunn about their trip to Ukraine. What did they witness? What is the truth on the ground? How did it forever impact their lives? You don’t want to miss this one.
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| In Conversation With Ken Casey Of Dropkick Murphys | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:36:43 | |
In this special episode of Truth In The Barrel, Denver talks with Ken Casey, the lead singer/songwriter of Dropkick Murphys about their new album – dropping July 4th – traveling and recording in Ukraine, his veterans initiatives and personal stories along the way!
*This episode was recorded and aired on July 3rd 2025
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| Devil's Cut | Air Traffic Controller Speaks Out! | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:44:35 | |
In this important episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy McGrath chats with Air Traffic Controller Jonathan Stewart about the problems facing the FAA. Are they about to come to a head? Why is the equipment so antiquated? Stewart weighs in on how bad the problems are and who is to blame!
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| Cask Us Anything | Truth In The Barrel Live! 06.24.25 | 27 Jun 2025 | 01:03:45 | |
TRUTH IN THE BARREL LIVE!
On Tuesday 06.24.25 Amy and Denver took questions live on their YouTube feed and the evening did not disappoint! They fielded topics ranging from Iran, Trump’s mental state, Conspiracy theories, Ukraine and even engaged with a troll! Remember to click the link below and subscribe to our YouTube page -- and you too can participate in our next live show!
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| Devil's Cut | The Most Corrupt President in Modern History [Feat. Matthew Dallek] | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:47:30 | |
Devil’s Cut | The Most Corrupt President In Modern History w Matthew Dallek
On this very special Devil's Cut episode of Truth In The Barrel, Amy McGrath speaks with author and historian, Matthew Dallek about the many ways Donald Trump is enriching himself while holding office as the President Of The United States. Is it somehow worse than his first term?
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 06.19.25 | 20 Jun 2025 | 01:03:47 | |
This Week Unfiltered |
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED look at the conflict between Israel and Iran – can our self proclaimed “anti-war” president deal with this new international crisis while keeping his promise to put America first? Then, in the wake of shocking political violence and international turmoil, disinformation is once again on the rise and this time it’s coming directly from the halls of the Senate. Also, the Trump administration flip flops on its own immigration policy. Plus, the “big beautiful bill” just got uglier, resignations rock scholarly institutions, and apparently, we’re all supposed to be thankful for new flagpoles.
*This episode was recorded and aired on 06.05.25
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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| This Week Unfiltered | 09.11.25 | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:53:39 | |
Today we’re taking an UNFILTERED look at the murder of political commentator and Internet sophist, Charlie Kirk before we examine the legacy of 9/11 and how the tragic events of that day changed us. Then Russia invades Poland, the GOP continues to block the release of the Epstein files, and Israel attacks Hamas in Qatar. Plus, the Supreme Court says it’s okay to racially profile people.
This is TRUTH IN THE BARREL – a different kind of whiskey rebellion.
Chapters :
01:40 The Death Of Charlie Kirk 18:41 Drones Over Poland 25.20 Israel Clowns Trump 32:20 Quick Shots
About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.
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