The Rush Hour With Dave Neal

Rush Hour – Friday the 13th Morning Edition
It's Friday the 13th and the chaos is flowing early.
Today we break down Candace Owens and her latest accusations involving Erica Kirk — what she's claiming, why it's escalating, and how this story is spiraling across conservative media. Owens isn't stopping there — she's now publicly calling out Pam Bondi and taking direct aim at the Trump administration. What's strategy, what's substance, and what's just pure Friday the 13th energy?
We also dive back into the never-ending saga of the Jeffrey Epstein files — the mounting pressure, the political fallout, and why this issue refuses to go away.
Plus:
A surprising new Olympic proposal that could shake up future Games

Political infighting you won't believe

Media hypocrisy meter turned all the way up

And the stories everyone will be arguing about by lunchtime

Buckle up. It's messy, it's dramatic, and it's Rush Hour.

Rush Hour Podcast – Afternoon Episode
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It's day two of Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni, and the tension inside the courtroom is building — but Blake herself is nowhere to be seen. We break down why she's absent, what her legal team is signaling, and whether this strategy helps or hurts her case as the drama escalates.
Plus, outrage in the Olympic world after a Ukrainian athlete is reportedly disqualified following a powerful tribute honoring fallen Ukrainians. Was it a political violation or a heroic act that crossed Olympic rules? We unpack what happened and why the backlash is growing.
On Capitol Hill, Nancy Mace makes headlines for forcefully standing up for Epstein's victims — cutting through partisan noise and demanding accountability. Meanwhile, Senator Mark Kelly scores a major political win over Pete Hegseth in a clash that could have bigger implications moving forward.
All that and more in a packed afternoon breakdown.
In this episode:
Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni, Day Two courtroom drama

Why Blake Lively isn't at the courthouse

Ukrainian Olympian disqualified after tribute controversy

Nancy Mace speaks out for Epstein's victims

Mark Kelly defeats Pete Hegseth in political showdown

The ripple effects behind today's biggest headlines

Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Ukrainian Olympian, Nancy Mace, Epstein victims, Mark Kelly, Pete Hegseth, Olympics controversy, courtroom drama, political news

Rush Hour – Morning Episode
It's a packed and chaotic morning on Rush Hour as we break down the biggest stories blowing up headlines right now:
Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni – Settlement talks have come and gone with no deal reached. What this means for the looming trial, who has leverage, and why this feud is only getting messier.

Trump & the Epstein Emails – A wild rumor resurfaces alleging Trump had an affair with his secretary, supposedly referenced in Epstein-related communications. We separate documented facts from internet-fueled speculation and explain what's actually being claimed.

Pam Bondi's Explosive Hearing – Lawmakers grill Bondi in a tense showdown that quickly spirals. We unpack the sharp exchanges, the Epstein file controversy, and why critics say the hearing exposed serious cracks.

SAVE Act Passes the House – The controversial election bill clears the House of Representatives. What's in it, why Republicans say it's about election integrity, and why Democrats are calling foul.

James Van Der Beek Update – Clarifying the viral reports circulating about his death and what we know as of this morning.

Fast, unfiltered, and straight to the point — let's get into it.

Rush Hour – Afternoon Update
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Settlement talks are officially underway in Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively, and the pressure is on. As both sides enter a settlement conference, tensions are sky-high — and fans are raising eyebrows after Ryan Reynolds reportedly failed to show up to support Blake at this critical stage. What does it mean? Is this case inching toward a deal, or are we headed for an all-out courtroom war?
Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, it was pure chaos as Attorney General Pam Bondi was grilled by members of Congress over lingering Epstein files questions. Lawmakers pressed her repeatedly, but she refused to give direct answers — fueling even more speculation and outrage. The hearing quickly spiraled into political mayhem, with accusations flying and tempers flaring.
We break down:
What today's Baldoni–Lively settlement conference could signal

Ryan Reynolds' noticeable absence and what insiders are saying

The most explosive moments from Pam Bondi's Epstein hearing

Why the unanswered questions are only making things worse

Buckle up — it's a high-stakes afternoon of Hollywood drama and Washington dysfunction.

Rush Hour – Morning Episode
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Settlement talks are back on as Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni head into another pivotal day in their legal showdown. Could this case actually wrap before the end of the day — or are we headed straight for a prolonged courtroom battle? We break down what's happening behind the scenes, what leverage each side may have, and what a last-minute deal would really mean.
Plus, major movement on the Epstein files as new pressure mounts and fresh details surface. We'll get you caught up on what's changed — and who's suddenly talking.
We also cover new developments involving ICE, the political fallout surrounding enforcement policies, and how immigration continues to dominate headlines.
On the global stage, the Olympics deliver fresh drama, standout performances, and a few eyebrow-raising moments you won't want to miss.
And finally, Republicans signal a new push to investigate big money and political influence — is this serious oversight or strategic optics?
In this episode:
Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni settlement talks resume

Could the trial end today?

New Epstein files updates

ICE policy and enforcement developments

Olympics highlights and controversies

GOP effort to investigate big money

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