In this episode of Sweeping the Country with Derik & Jimmy, the guys tackle the questions everyone seems to be asking: Why is journalism coverage so biased and crappy? Should the media simply give audiences what they want, and how much do political yard signs really say about us? Then it gets personal with “If I Were King… I’d?” and the big question: Could Jimmy actually make a run for president? Expect plenty of opinions, laughs, political debate, media criticism, and an unfiltered conversation about what Americans really want from their news and their leaders.

Derik & Jimmy dive into the biggest stories making headlines—from whether Donald Trump intentionally creates political chaos and whether the Iran war could be connected to a broader economic strategy, to the global oil power struggle involving Iran, Venezuela, China, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Cuba. They also discuss Tucker Carlson’s criticism of Trump, the controversy surrounding Dolly Parton’s nephew, and Dolly’s new song with Bono. A wide-ranging conversation about politics, war, oil, economics, celebrity news and the stories driving the national conversation.

Derik & Jimmy dive into today’s biggest headlines, from why nobody seems to laugh anymore and the rise of robo toilets in New York, to whether Americans can still believe political polls. They also discuss how far current wars could go, the risks of escalation, and what “nuclear respect” really means in today’s world. A mix of politics, technology, culture, and international news on Sweeping the Country.

Derik & Jimmy dive into today’s biggest headlines, from data center backlash and biased news coverage to what’s really happening in Canada, the latest Iran war update, and the controversy surrounding an alleged drug boat. A straight-talking look at the stories behind the headlines, media bias, politics, international news, and the questions Americans are asking.

Join Derik & Jimmy for Sweeping the Country, a straight-talking podcast that tackles the stories everyone is talking about—and a few they aren’t. From flash floods and flying cars to presidential politics, football, and strip clubs, the hosts bring humor, opinions, and plenty of lively debate to today’s biggest topics. No topic is off the table, and no conversation is predictable.

A little more Dolly wouldn't hurt...

Jimmy and Derik take Sweeping the Country to the dog days of summer with a wide-ranging conversation about the issues making headlines across America. This episode tackles water shortages, political division and whether we can just get along, who is leading the world in drone warfare, what Boeing actually makes, and the growing need for a little respect in today’s heated culture—with plenty of opinions, humor and straight talk along the way.

Jimmy & Derik take a hard look at the growing appeal of socialism in America and ask a provocative question: Do the people who support it fully understand what socialism and communism actually mean? The conversation also tackles the rising cost of housing, political frustrations, and the cultural stories shaping how Americans view the future.