Brett Breaks Things
Brett Breaks Things is unapologetic, independent media for a time that demands it. Hosted by Brett Rowley, a veteran producer turned fearless truth-teller, we break down the world around us — from politics and current events to sports, entertainment, and social media — with sharp insight, fearless honesty, and a touch of Florida wildness.
Our mission is to speak truth to power, expose injustice, debunk lies, and hold the powerful accountable—all while keeping it real, smart, and unfiltered…
Recent Episodes
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July 14, 2026
07/10/26 Police State
In the wake of the ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, we examine the expanding crackdown on dissent—from local police embracing Trump’s NSPM-7 campaign against “antifa” and the FBI recruiting activists as informants, to Marco Rubio pressuring U.S. allies to join the fight. We also look at new rules tying federal terrorism grants to state election changes.
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July 9, 2026
07/09/26 Schadenfreude
Trump’s investors are learning the hard way that loyalty doesn’t guarantee a return. We break down the billions lost on Trump stocks and crypto, the companies cashing out, and the White House intervention that helped secure a massive deal for a firm tied to Donald Trump Jr.
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July 9, 2026
07/08/26 NATO Sideshow
Today’s show breaks down a rapidly escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran’s attacks on multiple ships triggered a chain reaction: the U.S. revoked oil waivers, launched strikes inside Iran, and watched ceasefire talks collapse almost immediately. As Iran claims dozens of strikes on U.S. military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait, Trump declares the ceasefire “over” and calls diplomacy a waste of time. But while the Middle East edges closer to a wider war, Trump is also turning the NA
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July 4, 2026
07/02/26 Fireworks and Fraud
For our July 4th episode, Fireworks and Fraud, we break down how Trump’s America 250 celebration is being wrapped in spectacle, self-dealing, and political favoritism. From national park funds being redirected to presidential pet projects, to no-bid White House construction, donor confusion, delayed fireworks, pollution concerns, and even talk of 250 pardons for the nation’s birthday, the show looks at how patriotism is being repackaged as another Trump-branded grift.
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July 1, 2026
07/01/26 Disclosure Day
Today on Disclosure Day, we break down the staggering financial disclosures showing Trump pulled in at least $2.2 billion in 2025, while his family’s crypto ventures, stock trades, mining deals, and well-timed investments raise new questions about presidential power and personal profit. From crypto investors losing while the Trump family wins, to mining contracts and Taser stock ahead of a major ICE deal, this episode follows the money behind the presidency.
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June 30, 2026
06/30/26 A Win For Corruption
Today’s show breaks down a major Supreme Court week that reshaped politics, power, and rights in America. From upholding bans on transgender athletes and birthright citizenship restrictions to lifting spending limits that could flood elections with even more donor money, the Court handed down rulings that raise serious questions about democracy, equality, and who really benefits when corruption gets a green light.
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June 5, 2025
✈️ Trump’s New Travel Ban Hits 19 Countries
Donald Trump just dropped a fresh travel ban that reads like his first-term playlist: ban hard, blame immigrants, and throw in a dig at Harvard for good measure 🎓🔥. Starting June 9, citizens from 19 countries face either a full entry…
June 4, 2025
💣 Elon Musk Breaks with Trump on Big Beautiful Bill 💣
A new spending bill should be drafted that doesn’t massively grow the deficit and increase the debt ceiling by 5 TRILLION DOLLARS — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 4, 2025 A new spending bill should be drafted that doesn’t m…
June 3, 2025
Trump Touts “Steel Deal” in Pennsylvania—but the Details Are Still Molten
Trump says he’s doubling aluminum and steel tariffs from 25% to 50%. Protectionism never works. Tariffs like these just mean higher prices for everyone.pic.twitter.com/7rRIvukL3J — Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) May 30, …