Episode 065: Blue Dot Fever

Episode 065 of The Cigar Politico is a little bit of everything — from the chaos of end-of-school season and graduation celebrations to the massive crowds headed toward Dallas for the World Cup. Clint and Kyle talk through whether North Texas is actually prepared for the transportation demands of a global event, especially with the region’s limited public transit and lack of a true subway or rail system.

The guys also dive into the increasingly heated Texas Senate primary battle between Ken Paxton and John Cornyn, discussing expected outcome and who will face James Tallarico in the fall.

Later in the episode, they break down the growing “Blue Dot Fever” trend hitting the entertainment industry, as major artists struggle with overpriced ticket sales, selective tour stops, and frustrated fans. They wrap things up with a conversation about declining consumer confidence and what the latest economic signals may say about where the economy is heading next.

Light a cigar, settle in, and join the conversation.

00:00 Opening & Cigars

04:39 Graduation

9:50 I need a program

11:39 Last weeks of school & testing

17:24 1st graders making ash trays in school

19:04 Kids sports & playing up age groups

22:40 The World Cup comes to North Texas

32:15 Rain!

34:39 Texas lawmaker goes after Teachers unions (that don't exist in Texas)

36:18 Will Paxton unseat the incumbent (note about Bill Cassidy in Louisiana)

44:50 Blue dot fever

54:42 Kash Patel & Chris Van Hollen square off about the margaritas

1:06:27 Economic Update, home values declining, gas prices, and consumer confidence

1:35:44 Smoke Sessions