Shutdown, Showdowns, and More On The Brett Winterble Show
Tune in here to this Tuesday’s edition of the Brett Winterble Show!
Brett kicks off the program by talking about the looming government shutdown and why he believes it’s not a crisis but a necessary reckoning. He frames the shutdown as a reflection of America’s political and moral decay, arguing that it exposes deeper issues beyond budgets—like power, narrative control, and national identity. Brett claims that former President Trump sees the shutdown not as a failure but as a “cleansing” moment, aimed at dismantling bloated programs and forcing accountability. He contrasts this with what he views as the Democrats’ weak messaging, saying they lack the narrative strength to connect with voters.
We’re joined by Grover Norquist from Americans for Tax Reform to talk about the looming government shutdown and the deeper political dynamics unfolding in Washington. Norquist breaks down the current state of play, highlighting the Republican-led House’s push for a two-month continuing resolution to maintain flat spending levels, while Senate Democrats appear poised to block it in pursuit of major increases in spending. He explains how this political standoff may impact federal funding, especially if Democrats refuse to cooperate without adding $1.5 trillion in new expenditures. Norquist also critiques Democratic leadership for what he sees as a willingness to shut down the government for political leverage. He compares the moment to a chaotic scene from Animal House, where futile actions are embraced. For more on these budget battles and fiscal policy, Norquist encourages listeners to visit ATR.org and follow him on Twitter at @GroverNorquist. It’s a fast-moving story with high stakes in D.C.
Bo Thompson from Good Morning BT is also here for this Tuesday’s episode of Crossing the Streams. Brett and Bo talk about the kickoff of Talktoberfest this weekend and the unpredictable road ahead for the Carolina Panthers. Bo previews his Saturday night Facebook Live pairing with Jim Szoke, where they’ll dive into Panthers football, college matchups, and the MLB playoffs. Brett is set to go live Sunday with Nick Craig, and both hosts are excited for the audience-driven conversations that unfold during these interactive events. The two also touch on the looming government shutdown and how it has become political background noise to many Americans. Bo shares what’s ahead on Good Morning BT this Wednesday, including a special in-studio appearance from cybersecurity expert Teresa Payton, w
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