The Texas Fat Man Daily https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com The Texas Fat Man Podcast delivers real talk, raw motivation, and unfiltered takes on the news shaping our world — no fluff, just straight-up perspective with big heart and bigger energy. Tune in daily and come hungry, because we never serve anything small.

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:11:13 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. News:News Commentary 1440 episodic The Texas Fat Man The Texas Fat Man No false https://feed.podbean.com/thetexasfatman/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22224355/Logo.jpg The Texas Fat Man Daily https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com 144 144 The Texas Fat Man Daily - 17 April 2026 The Texas Fat Man Daily - 17 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-17-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-17-april-2026/#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:11:13 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/40ee5fcd-1353-3e01-a744-c08349129623 In this episode of The Texas Fat Man, the host covers three news stories from April 17, 2026: a fragile 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire brokered by President Trump, the U.S. Navy's dramatic expansion of its Iran sanctions enforcement to cover ships anywhere in the world, and America's renewed push to build nuclear power plants after decades of inaction.

]]> In this episode of The Texas Fat Man, the host covers three news stories from April 17, 2026: a fragile 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire brokered by President Trump, the U.S. Navy's dramatic expansion of its Iran sanctions enforcement to cover ships anywhere in the world, and America's renewed push to build nuclear power plants after decades of inaction.

]]> In this episode of The Texas Fat Man, the host covers three news stories from April 17, 2026: a fragile 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire brokered by President Trump, the U.S. Navy’s dramatic expansion of its Iran sanctions enforcement to cover ships anywhere in the world, and America’s renewed push to build nuclear power plants after decades of inaction. The Texas Fat Man false No 815 14 full The Texas Fat Man Daily - 16 April 2026 The Texas Fat Man Daily - 16 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-16-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-16-april-2026/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:51:32 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/f23e83d9-46a5-384d-bb30-87ed8b4fa273 In this episode of The Texas Fat Man, the host covers three major news stories: the Supreme Court debating whether the federal government can mandate a uniform national voting day, the Pentagon moving to rebuild domestic military manufacturing capacity after years of outsourcing, and America's strategic effort to maintain influence over the Strait of Malacca — a critical global shipping chokepoint that controls roughly 80% of China's oil imports.

]]> In this episode of The Texas Fat Man, the host covers three major news stories: the Supreme Court debating whether the federal government can mandate a uniform national voting day, the Pentagon moving to rebuild domestic military manufacturing capacity after years of outsourcing, and America's strategic effort to maintain influence over the Strait of Malacca — a critical global shipping chokepoint that controls roughly 80% of China's oil imports.

]]> In this episode of The Texas Fat Man, the host covers three major news stories: the Supreme Court debating whether the federal government can mandate a uniform national voting day, the Pentagon moving to rebuild domestic military manufacturing capacity after years of outsourcing, and America’s strategic effort to maintain influence over the Strait of Malacca — a critical global shipping chokepoint that controls roughly 80% of China’s oil imports. The Texas Fat Man false No 801 13 full The Texas Fat Man Daily - 15 April 2026 The Texas Fat Man Daily - 15 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-15-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-15-april-2026/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:43:06 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/fd88b71c-f910-3d1c-ba80-300f598072bd The Texas Fat Man discusses three pressing global and national issues: changes to Virginia's presidential election process through House Bill 965, idle oil tankers heading toward America, and China's influence on global shipping via the Panama Canal.

]]> The Texas Fat Man discusses three pressing global and national issues: changes to Virginia's presidential election process through House Bill 965, idle oil tankers heading toward America, and China's influence on global shipping via the Panama Canal.

]]> The Texas Fat Man discusses three pressing global and national issues: changes to Virginia’s presidential election process through House Bill 965, idle oil tankers heading toward America, and China’s influence on global shipping via the Panama Canal. The Texas Fat Man false No 876 12 full The Texas Fat Man Daily - 14 April 2026 The Texas Fat Man Daily - 14 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-14-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-daily-14-april-2026/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:06:37 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/dd3c5698-38e8-37fc-b386-1bf3d30c5461 Tonight's Texas Fat Man covers three timely topics affecting everyday Americans: the IRS workforce cuts that may shift audit scrutiny away from the wealthy and onto ordinary filers, right as Tax Day hits; the historic Artemis II lunar flyby and the challenges still ahead before a moon landing; and the U.S. Navy's escalating presence in the Strait of Hormuz, which could drive up gas prices for working Americans. 

]]> Tonight's Texas Fat Man covers three timely topics affecting everyday Americans: the IRS workforce cuts that may shift audit scrutiny away from the wealthy and onto ordinary filers, right as Tax Day hits; the historic Artemis II lunar flyby and the challenges still ahead before a moon landing; and the U.S. Navy's escalating presence in the Strait of Hormuz, which could drive up gas prices for working Americans. 

]]> Tonight’s Texas Fat Man covers three timely topics affecting everyday Americans: the IRS workforce cuts that may shift audit scrutiny away from the wealthy and onto ordinary filers, right as Tax Day hits; the historic Artemis II lunar flyby and the challenges still ahead before a moon landing; and the U.S. Navy’s escalating presence in the Strait of Hormuz, which could drive up gas prices for working Americans. The Texas Fat Man false No 900 11 full The Texas Fat Man Podcast - 13 April 2026 The Texas Fat Man Podcast - 13 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-podcast-13-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/the-texas-fat-man-podcast-13-april-2026/#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:11:34 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/61f8ca9c-89cd-30e1-a6dd-76c73bdabebd The Texas Fat Man podcast episode from April 13, 2026 covers three main themes: economic uncertainty caused by ongoing trade and tariff volatility, the importance of adaptability in the face of a challenging housing market, and the value of giving back to local communities during tornado season and National Volunteer Week.

]]> The Texas Fat Man podcast episode from April 13, 2026 covers three main themes: economic uncertainty caused by ongoing trade and tariff volatility, the importance of adaptability in the face of a challenging housing market, and the value of giving back to local communities during tornado season and National Volunteer Week.

]]> The Texas Fat Man podcast episode from April 13, 2026 covers three main themes: economic uncertainty caused by ongoing trade and tariff volatility, the importance of adaptability in the face of a challenging housing market, and the value of giving back to local communities during tornado season and National Volunteer Week. The Texas Fat Man false No 751 10 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 12 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 12 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-12-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-12-april-2026/#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:52:55 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/1a77f885-9c85-3f0b-95cb-6837f61c041a In this week's wrap-up, the Texas Fat Man breaks down three major stories shaping the lives of everyday working Americans: the ongoing U.S.-China trade war and how rising tariffs are driving up costs at the register, a brutal spring housing market that continues to price out first-time buyers despite their best efforts, and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence on jobs across nearly every industry.

]]> In this week's wrap-up, the Texas Fat Man breaks down three major stories shaping the lives of everyday working Americans: the ongoing U.S.-China trade war and how rising tariffs are driving up costs at the register, a brutal spring housing market that continues to price out first-time buyers despite their best efforts, and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence on jobs across nearly every industry.

]]> In this week’s wrap-up, the Texas Fat Man breaks down three major stories shaping the lives of everyday working Americans: the ongoing U.S.-China trade war and how rising tariffs are driving up costs at the register, a brutal spring housing market that continues to price out first-time buyers despite their best efforts, and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence on jobs across nearly every industry. The Texas Fat Man false No 770 9 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 11 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 11 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-11-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-11-april-2026/#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:35:46 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e4d4ca32-fb2e-3c4a-8387-ffd5aba21a80 Accountability is a crucial yet increasingly rare value in American life, affecting government, corporations, and individuals alike. The discussion emphasizes the importance of honest self-assessment and taking responsibility to drive positive change.

]]> Accountability is a crucial yet increasingly rare value in American life, affecting government, corporations, and individuals alike. The discussion emphasizes the importance of honest self-assessment and taking responsibility to drive positive change.

]]> Accountability is a crucial yet increasingly rare value in American life, affecting government, corporations, and individuals alike. The discussion emphasizes the importance of honest self-assessment and taking responsibility to drive positive change. The Texas Fat Man false No 657 8 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 10 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 10 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-10-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-10-april-2026/#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:14:54 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/60ae9b09-6380-3524-8a99-645cdd2638ea

The episode covers three major current events impacting global politics and economics: alleged Russian sabotage of UK North Sea energy infrastructure, a ceasefire following a military confrontation involving Iran’s mining of the Strait of Hormuz, and a fifteen-month progress report on President Donald Trump’s second-term campaign promises.

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The episode covers three major current events impacting global politics and economics: alleged Russian sabotage of UK North Sea energy infrastructure, a ceasefire following a military confrontation involving Iran’s mining of the Strait of Hormuz, and a fifteen-month progress report on President Donald Trump’s second-term campaign promises.

]]> The episode covers three major current events impacting global politics and economics: alleged Russian sabotage of UK North Sea energy infrastructure, a ceasefire following a military confrontation involving Iran’s mining of the Strait of Hormuz, and a fifteen-month progress report on President Donald Trump’s second-term campaign promises. The Texas Fat Man false No 1063 7 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 09 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 09 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-09-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-09-april-2026/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:56:37 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/a4a6fde3-d4a1-3e91-a4f5-f9942aecd421 This daily motivational message by the Texas Fat Man covers recent geopolitical developments and life lessons drawn from them, emphasizing strategy, loyalty, accountability, and resilience in challenging times.

]]> This daily motivational message by the Texas Fat Man covers recent geopolitical developments and life lessons drawn from them, emphasizing strategy, loyalty, accountability, and resilience in challenging times.

]]> This daily motivational message by the Texas Fat Man covers recent geopolitical developments and life lessons drawn from them, emphasizing strategy, loyalty, accountability, and resilience in challenging times. The Texas Fat Man false No 994 6 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 08 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 08 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-08-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-08-april-2026/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:36:53 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/437a9845-7821-3fc7-a7a9-0cb4a769b17b The Texas Fat Man delivers a motivational news commentary covering global politics, economic challenges, and space exploration, urging thoughtful action and personal growth.

]]> The Texas Fat Man delivers a motivational news commentary covering global politics, economic challenges, and space exploration, urging thoughtful action and personal growth.

]]> The Texas Fat Man delivers a motivational news commentary covering global politics, economic challenges, and space exploration, urging thoughtful action and personal growth. The Texas Fat Man false No 897 5 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 07 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 07 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-podcast-07-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-podcast-07-april-2026/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:38:47 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e13fae99-189c-30bf-a8af-3ae98a231dc3 This motivational commentary from the Texas Fat Man combines inspiring stories from space exploration, history, global politics, and national debates to encourage courage and commitment in personal progress.

]]> This motivational commentary from the Texas Fat Man combines inspiring stories from space exploration, history, global politics, and national debates to encourage courage and commitment in personal progress.

]]> This motivational commentary from the Texas Fat Man combines inspiring stories from space exploration, history, global politics, and national debates to encourage courage and commitment in personal progress. The Texas Fat Man false No 1058 4 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 06 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 06 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-podcast-06-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-podcast-06-april-2026/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:58:38 -0300 thetexasfatman.podbean.com/28881d5b-2bea-3e92-ab6e-7d24834f04a4 This motivational message from the Texas Fat Man uses current geopolitical and national security events to deliver life lessons on readiness and personal accountability. It blends news updates with practical advice to encourage proactive behavior in challenging times.

]]> This motivational message from the Texas Fat Man uses current geopolitical and national security events to deliver life lessons on readiness and personal accountability. It blends news updates with practical advice to encourage proactive behavior in challenging times.

]]> This motivational message from the Texas Fat Man uses current geopolitical and national security events to deliver life lessons on readiness and personal accountability. It blends news updates with practical advice to encourage proactive behavior in challenging times. The Texas Fat Man false No 954 3 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 05 April 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 05 April 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-podcast-05-april-2026/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-daily-podcast-05-april-2026/#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:07:19 -0300 kfz7wr4chz7y7.podbean.com/9ede5423-c3cf-322b-967d-325eebfca8ea The Texas Fat Man false No 875 2 full Texas Fat Man Daily - 31 March 2026 Texas Fat Man Daily - 31 March 2026 https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-31-march-2026-daily-podcast/ https://thetexasfatman.podbean.com/e/texas-fat-man-31-march-2026-daily-podcast/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:44:18 -0300 kfz7wr4chz7y7.podbean.com/5d127a81-825c-3409-acf2-dc42583b0568 The Texas Fat Man false No 808 1 full