The Rush Hour With Dave Neal

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The Rush Hour (formerly Bachelor Rush Hour) is a twice daily podcast that compiles all the entertainment news, pop culture topics and gossip of Bachelor, Bachelorette & Bachelor In Paradise. The top stories from Dave Neal's Bachelor Nation News Channel all available on one platform. Also covering Love Is Blind, American Idol and Vanderpump Rules content. We play clips of Bachelor related podcasts like Game Of Roses, Viall Files, Off The Vine, Bachelor Happy Hour, Clickbait Podcast, Your Mom And Dad pod and so many more.

5-8-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively Claims Victory In Wild Statement From Her Lawyers
Today at 3:14 AM

This Friday just got messy! Blake claiming victory is not going over well with people online following her join statement after settling her legal drama with Justin Baldoni.


5-7-26 Afternoon Rush - Epstein Suicide Note Revealed, Is It Bogus? & Hantavirus Updates!
Yesterday at 7:14 PM

Tonight on the After Hours episode of Rush Hour Podcast, we dive into the growing panic surrounding the hantavirus outbreak as new concerns emerge about how widespread the threat could become. Plus, major updates on the war in Iran as tensions continue to escalate and world leaders scramble for answers. And finally, the internet is exploding over the newly released Jeffrey Epstein "suicide note." Is it authentic, or just another layer in one of the most controversial cases in modern history? We break down what's real, what's suspicious, and why people aren't buying the official story. All that and...


5-7-26 Morning Rush - Justin Baldoni's Lawyer Says Settlement Isn't Finalized Yet!
Yesterday at 3:38 AM

Start your morning with the latest chaos from the Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively legal saga as Baldoni's attorney drops major hints that the rumored settlement may not actually be finalized after all. What's really happening behind closed doors, and why are both sides suddenly sounding very different? We break down the newest clues, courtroom strategy, and what this could mean moving forward. Plus, more entertainment headlines, political drama, and the stories everyone will be talking about today.


5-6-26 Afternoon Rush - Did Candace Owens Catch Laura Loomer Committing Crimes?! & Did Trump End The War Yet?
Last Wednesday at 7:12 PM

The gloves are OFF in what might be the messiest media feud of the year.

On today's afternoon episode of the Rush Hour Podcast, we break down the escalating war between Candace Owens and Laura Loomer—and it's no longer just online drama. What started as personal jabs has spiraled into serious accusations, with Candace now suggesting Laura may have crossed a legal line in her attempt to smear her and her family. Allegations of doxxing, immigration claims, and threats of lawsuits are flying in every direction as this feud turns into a full-blown legal and reputational ba...


5-6-26 Morning Rush - Baldoni's Lawyer Talks Settlement & Bachelor Clayton Admits Nick Viall Made Bizarre Move Deleting My Name
Last Wednesday at 4:14 AM

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Morning Rush Hour is heating up with some major behind-the-scenes drama finally bubbling to the surface. Justin Baldoni's legal team is now openly discussing settlement talks with Blake Lively, signaling a possible shift in what's been a messy and highly public battle. Is this the beginning of the end, or just another strategic move?

Plus, Nick Viall hits the panic button with some suspicious "dirty deletes" — and yes, my name was involved. After weeks of speculation, the narrative is starting to cr...


5-5-26 Afternoon Rush - Will The 2026 Election Be Stolen? Trump Wants 20 More 'Seats' & A New War Conspiracy & Cruise Ship Chaos
Last Tuesday at 6:39 PM

The midterms are heating up—and depending on who you ask, they're either democracy in action
 or already stolen. We break down the latest election chaos, the claims, the pushback, and what it all means as both sides dig in ahead of November.

Meanwhile, a nightmare scenario may be unfolding at sea, with reports of a possible hantavirus situation on a cruise ship raising serious concerns about safety, containment, and how something like this even happens in 2026.

Plus, Donald Trump continues to face criticism for policies and fundraising tactics that some say are ripping off ever...


5-5-26 Morning Rush - Breaking News - Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni UPDATES - They Have Settled It!
Last Monday at 8:25 PM

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The drama is heating up this morning on The Rush Hour Podcast. New developments in the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni case have everyone talking, as serious allegations surface accusing Lively of lying under oath—potentially shaking the foundation of the entire legal battle. We break down what's being claimed, what it could mean, and why this story keeps getting messier by the day.

Plus, a surprising twist for Bachelor Nation: Reality Steve reports that The Bachelorette is making its return. Is...


5-4-26 Afternoon Rush - Joe Rogan Calls Out Trump But Barely & Spirit Bankrupcy Update!
Last Monday at 7:07 PM

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The gloves are OFF this afternoon on Rush Hour Podcast as even Joe Rogan starts calling out Donald Trump — and you know things are getting wild when THAT happens.

We break down Rogan's latest comments blasting Trump's Iran war as "insane" and leaving supporters feeling completely betrayed. () Is this the moment the tide starts to turn?

Meanwhile, the economic fallout is getting real. Spirit Airlines has officially collapsed after years of financial struggles, with rising fuel costs tied to th...


5-4-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively CAUGHT Deleting Evidence & A Faux Military Mission Exposed
Last Monday at 4:49 AM

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Monday morning and we're diving straight into chaos.

Blake Lively is now facing serious backlash as new claims suggest she may have attempted to destroy evidence in her ongoing case against Justin Baldoni. If true, this could completely flip the narrative—and raise major questions about what's really been going on behind the scenes. We break down the latest developments, what's being alleged, and why this moment could change everything.

Plus, we shift to the global stage as...


5-1-26 Afternoon Rush - Special Birthday Episode! Bachelorette, Baldoni Updates & Candace Sued
05/01/2026

Dave turns 41 and celebrates the only way he knows how — going live and diving straight into the chaos.

In this special birthday episode of The Rush Hour Podcast, Dave is joined by Bachelorette star Taylor Frankie Paul for a candid, unfiltered conversation you won't want to miss. From reality TV headlines to real-life drama, nothing is off limits.

We also break down the latest twists in the Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively saga as new details continue to raise eyebrows, plus a major legal development as Candace Owens finds herself facing a lawsuit that could ha...


5-1-26 Happy Friday! Blake Lively v Baldoni Trial Updates, Pete Hegseth Grilled By American Hero & My Bday!
05/01/2026


4-30-26 Afternoon Rush - Pete Hegseth Says Democrats Worse Threat Than Iran War & Other Bogus Lines In Wild Hearing!
04/30/2026

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In today's afternoon episode of the Rush Hour podcast, we break down the explosive hearing as Pete Hegseth faces intense questioning from senators over what many are calling an unjust war. The pressure ramps up as contradictions emerge and lawmakers demand answers the administration doesn't seem ready to give.

Plus, a major political shake-up in Maine: Graham Platner scores a huge victory as Janet Mills drops out of the Senate race, sending shockwaves through the state's political landscape. What this means for the b...


4-30-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Candace Owens Dunks On Trump with Historic Line!
04/30/2026

Candace Owens fires back—and she brought receipts.

In this lunchtime bonus episode of Rush Hour, we break down the escalating feud between Candace Owens and Donald Trump after Trump publicly called her out
 and Owens responded with a brutal takedown using one of his own most famous speeches against him. It's a political clapback that's got everyone talking.

We unpack what Trump said, why he's targeting Owens now, and how her response flips the narrative in a way that hits hard with both critics and former supporters. Is this just another headline-grabbing spat, or a de...


4-30-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively Wanted To Direct Sequel? Justin Baldoni Evidence Resurfaces! & Pete Hegseth GRILLED In Hearings
04/30/2026

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It's a packed Morning Rush as the drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni takes another turn—and the narrative isn't lining up.

Blake claims she was promised a sequel to It Ends With Us, but newly surfaced evidence and court arguments are raising serious questions about that version of events. Baldoni's team is pushing back hard, calling parts of her claims speculative, especially when it comes to alleged damages tied to a sequel that was never officially confirmed (). With key claims already di...


4-29-26 Afternoon Rush - ERIKA KIRK RELEASES BIZARRE VIDEO CALLING OUT CANDACE OWENS AND JOURNALISTS FOR GRIFTING
04/29/2026

Rush Hour Podcast – Afternoon Edition

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Erica Kirk fires back.

In today's episode, Erika Kirk directly addresses Turning Point USA amid growing backlash and accusations, calling out what she says are outright lies being spread about her and her role in the movement. As tensions rise inside the conservative base, the question becomes: who's telling the truth—and why now?

We also bring major updates from the escalating conflict in Iran, as the war continues to dominate headlines and raise new...


4-29-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Pete Hegseth GRILLED About Iran War, Hilariously Deflects
04/29/2026

Bonus Episode: Lunch Hour – Hegseth Grilled, Truth Unravels

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces his first major congressional showdown since the war in Iran began—and it gets heated fast. Lawmakers press him on the skyrocketing cost of the conflict, lack of clear strategy, and whether the American public has been misled from the start.

As tensions rise inside the hearing room, Hegseth doubles down, clashing with critics while dodging key questions. But when pressed on specifics, contradictions begin to surface—raising a bigger question: was this war sold on shaky facts?

We break down t...


4-29-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively v Baldoni, New Lies & Prep For Trial!
04/29/2026

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Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni just took a dramatic turn as the final pretrial hearing leaves everyone asking the same question
 did Blake lie?

With trial just weeks away, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni faced off in court over what evidence the jury will actually see—and what's being left out. After major portions of Lively's original claims were already dismissed, the focus now shifts to a high-stakes fight over retaliation, reputation, and massive financial damages.

Baldoni's legal team is pushing back...


4-28-26 Afternoon Rush - Trump & FCC Investigating DISNEY Over Jimmy Kimmel's JOKE!
04/28/2026

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The FCC turns up the heat on late-night television as an investigation into Jimmy Kimmel and Disney raises serious questions about free speech, political pressure, and where the line gets drawn in comedy. Is this accountability—or something more chilling?

Meanwhile, Megyn Kelly is back in the spotlight with a comparison that critics are calling wildly misleading. We break down what she said, why it's being challenged, and how narratives like this continue to shape public perception.

Plus, new developments surrounding th...


4-28-26 BONUS LUNCH EP - Trump Now Wants $400 Million In Taxpayer Funded Money To Pay For His Ballroom
04/28/2026

Lunch Hour Podcast — Lunch Edition

Donald Trump's latest round of claims starts to unravel as new reporting exposes major inconsistencies in his narrative. We break down what's real, what's spin, and why it matters right now. Plus, Senator Lindsey Graham introduces a controversial bill that would tap U.S. taxpayer dollars for a $400 million ballroom project—raising serious questions about priorities, optics, and accountability.

It's a fast, focused midday update covering the headlines everyone's talking about and the details you might've missed.


4-28-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni Trial May Last A Month! & Blake Wants To Bring Depp v Heard Into Trial
04/28/2026

Blake vs. Baldoni just got real
 and LONG.

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In today's Rush Hour morning episode, we break down the latest developments in the escalating legal battle between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni as a judge signals this trial could stretch on for an entire month. What does that mean for both sides? More importantly—what are they trying to keep in (or OUT) of the courtroom before things officially kick off?

We dive into the legal strategies unfolding behind the scenes, the moun...


4-27-26 Afternoon Rush - Melania Trump Calls For Jimmy Kimmel To Be Fired Following A Joke He Told!
04/27/2026

Afternoon Update: Trump Meltdown Over Kimmel Joke, War Escalation, Correspondents' Dinner Shooting Fallout

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Donald and Melania Trump are demanding consequences after a late-night joke from Jimmy Kimmel set them off, with calls growing from their camp to have him fired. We break down what was said, why it struck a nerve, and how the backlash is playing out across media and politics.

Plus, major updates on the ongoing war as tensions continue to rise, with new developments that could shift the...


4-27-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Trump GOES OFF On 60 Minutes In Wild Interview
04/27/2026

4-27-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Trump GOES OFF On 60 Minutes In Wild Interview


4-27-26 Morning Rush - Updates On White House Correspondents Dinner Shooting!
04/27/2026

Rush Hour Morning Update — Chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

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Shots rang out at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, turning a night meant to celebrate journalism into pure panic. Guests dove under tables, Secret Service rushed into action, and Donald Trump was evacuated as a heavily armed suspect attempted to breach security. We break down exactly what happened, what we know about the suspect, and how this incident fits into a growing pattern of political violence in America.

Then—almost imme...


4-26-26 Bonus Sunday Ep - Breaking Down The White House Correspondents Dinner Shooting - It Doesn't Add Up
04/26/2026


4-25-26 Bonus Weekend Ep! Donald Trump Continues Wild War With Candace Owens
04/25/2026

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Candace Owens is feeling the heat this weekend as Donald Trump turns his fire inward, targeting one of his most outspoken former allies. What sparked the clash, and what does it say about the fractures forming inside his political circle?

Meanwhile, Trump continues to double down on a war strategy that critics say is spiraling out of control. As tensions rise and the costs mount, we break down what's really happening behind the headlines—and who's paying the price.

It's a pa...


4-24-26 Afternoon Rush - TMZ Now Grilling Politicians In DC Is A Marvelous Moment For Culture! & Trump SINKS In New Polling
04/24/2026

Tensions rise in D.C. as TMC plants its flag in the capital and starts asking the questions others won't. In today's Rush Hour afternoon update, we break down their new office launch and the uncomfortable spotlight they're putting on Pete Hegseth. Plus, Donald Trump goes after a reporter in a heated moment that's making waves, and we've got the latest developments on the war as the situation continues to evolve. It's fast, it's chaotic, and we've got everything you need to stay caught up.


4-24-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni Trial Updates, Blake Wants Weight Evidence In Trial!
04/24/2026

The courtroom drama heats up as Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni clash over what the jury should—and shouldn't—see. In today's Rush Hour morning episode, we break down the latest trial developments, including the battle over admissible evidence that could shape the entire case. Both sides are digging in, with high-stakes arguments about what's fair game and what crosses the line.

Will key pieces of evidence make it in, or get tossed before jurors ever lay eyes on them? And how could these decisions impact the narrative each side is trying to build?

We've got...


4-23-26 Afternoon Rush - Trump Saving 8 Women Story Proven To Be FAKE & AOC Takes Victory Lap
04/23/2026

Afternoon Rush Hour is heating up as we break down the latest bizarre claim from Donald Trump—who says he personally saved eight Iranian women from execution
 except the images used to tell the story now appear to be AI-generated or heavily manipulated. We unpack how this narrative took off, why it's falling apart, and what it says about misinformation in real time.

Plus, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez goes straight for the jugular, torching Republicans over their sudden push for "fair" redistricting. After years of aggressive gerrymandering, AOC flips the script and calls out the hypocrisy—and doesn't hold back.<...


4-23-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Epstein Files UPDATE As Ghislaine Maxwell Seeks Pardon, Could They Be Seriously Considering It?!
04/23/2026

4-23-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Epstein Files UPDATE As Ghislaine Maxwell Seeks Pardon, Could They Be Seriously Considering It?!


4-23-26 Morning Rush - Candace Owens v Laura Loomer Fight Gets Nasty & More Mysterious Scientist Deaths
04/23/2026

 

The Rush Hour Podcast is back with a packed morning update, and today's episode dives straight into the escalating feud that's tearing apart the conservative influencer world. Candace Owens and Laura Loomer go head-to-head as their clash with Charlie Kirk and Turning Point USA turns personal, messy, and impossible to ignore. With fans choosing sides and tensions boiling over, what started as political ۧ۟ŰȘÙ„Ű§Ù has now become a full-blown civil war within the movement.

We also break down Donald Trump's latest claims surrounding the Virginia election, where he's once again alleging fraud despite pushback, and bring you the...


4-22-26 Afternoon Rush - Nuclear Secrets Leaked In WILD Undercover Sting & Kash Patel Contradicts Himself & Updates On Missing Scientists!
04/22/2026

Rush Hour Podcast – Afternoon Update

Something strange is happening behind the scenes—and it's raising serious questions. In this episode, we dive into the growing mystery of scientists who have seemingly vanished without explanation. Is it coincidence, conspiracy, or something far more calculated? We break down what's known, what's being speculated, and why people are starting to pay attention.

Plus, a story that sounds like it's straight out of a spy thriller: a U.S. Army nuclear expert allegedly caught spilling sensitive information
 on a blind date. Who was the woman, was this a setup, and ho...


4-22-26 Bonus Lunch Episode - Trump's Plan To Steal Midterms Through Gerrymandering Faces BIG HURDLE In Virginia
04/22/2026

Rush Hour Podcast — Lunch Edition

The political chessboard just got flipped. In today's bonus episode, we break down the high-stakes election battle in Virginia and why the results are sending shockwaves far beyond state lines. What was supposed to be a strategic advantage turned into a major setback—and the implications could ripple straight into the midterms.

We dive into how Donald Trump and his allies attempted to reshape the electoral map through aggressive gerrymandering, aiming to lock in power before voters even hit the polls. But instead of securing a win, the strategy appears to h...


4-22-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively Says $40 Million In 'Mean Girl' Damages & Patriots HQ Mike Vrabel Speaks Following Cheating Scandal & Updates On Shipwrecked Fishermen
04/22/2026

Buckle up for a packed morning episode of Rush Hour as we break down the latest twists in the escalating legal showdown between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni—now just one month out from trial. Blake is claiming a staggering $40 million in damages, arguing her reputation took a hit after being painted as a "mean girl." But is this a strategic legal play or a narrative that could backfire in court? We unpack what this means heading into trial and how both sides are framing the story.

Plus, a shocking new report involving the Donald Trump administration ra...


4-21-26 Afternoon Rush - Candace Owens Called Out By Top Trump Advisor & Theo Von, Andrew Shulz & Dave Chappelle All Call Out Trump
04/21/2026

The gloves are OFF in MAGA world as Candace Owens and Laura Loomer go head-to-head in a messy, no-holds-barred feud that's exposing deep fractures on the right. We break down what sparked the clash, who's saying what, and why this public meltdown is bigger than just two personalities—it's a full-blown identity crisis playing out in real time.

Plus, new accusations from Wild are adding fuel to the fire, raising serious questions and sending shockwaves through the conversation. And in a surprising turn, comedians Theo Von, Dave Chappelle, and Andrew Schulz are all speaking out against Donald Tr...


4-21-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Tucker Carlson Apologizes On Air & Floats Hoax Conspiracy!
04/21/2026

The plot twist nobody had on their bingo card
 Tucker Carlson says sorry.

In this bonus lunchtime episode of The Rush Hour Podcast, we break down Carlson's on-air apology for his role in helping Donald Trump rise to power—and what it actually means. Is this a genuine moment of reflection, a strategic pivot, or just another chapter in the ever-evolving media narrative?

We unpack the clip, the reaction across political and media circles, and why this moment is sending shockwaves through Trump's base. Plus, what this could signal for the future of conservative media and...


4-21-26 Morning Rush - Blake Lively v Justin Baldoni Updates As Ryan Reynolds Speaks! & Updates On WILD D4VD Charges!
04/21/2026

Morning episode of the Rush Hour Podcast brings a packed update as the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni legal battle continues to unfold, with new testimony, shifting narratives, and fresh questions emerging around what's fact, what's interpretation, and whether inconsistencies are starting to surface in court filings and public statements.

We break down the latest trial updates, what's being alleged on both sides, and why social media is convinced someone may have been caught in a contradiction—while the legal process is still far from over.

Then we shift to the shocking news surrounding d4vd...


4-20-26 Afternoon Rush - Epstein Whistleblower Speaks! & D4VD Arrest UPDATES
04/20/2026

Rush Hour Podcast – Afternoon Episode Description

The Epstein story refuses to go away—and now it's escalating. A whistleblower continues to come forward with new claims, putting Melania Trump back in the spotlight despite her recent, tightly worded denial. Instead of shutting things down, her statement seems to have opened the floodgates, raising bigger questions about what she knew, when she knew it, and why this is all surfacing right now. The timing alone is enough to make people look twice—and the story doesn't appear to be slowing down.

Meanwhile, Donald Trump is still pushin...


4-20-26 Bonus Lunch Ep - Breaking News Kash Patel Sues The Atlantic for $250 MIL!
04/20/2026

Kash Patel is going on offense.

In this lunchtime bonus episode of the Rush Hour Podcast, Kash Patel files a massive $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and journalist Sarah Fitzpatrick, escalating an already explosive media showdown. Patel claims the reporting crossed the line from journalism into outright character assassination—but does the case have teeth, or is this a strategic power play?

We break down what was allegedly said, why Patel says it's false, and what this means for press freedom, political accountability, and the increasingly blurred line between media scrutiny and legal warfare. Pl...


4-20-26 Morning Rush - Candace Owens Calls Trump A Fraud As He Makes New Threats To Iran - Kash Patel Sues For Defamation
04/20/2026

The MAGA movement is having a full-blown identity crisis—and it's coming from the top. In today's morning episode of the Rush Hour Podcast, we break down Donald Trump's stunning 180-degree pivot from the very base that built him. From policy reversals to shifting rhetoric, the question is simple: is this strategy, desperation, or something else entirely?

We dive into the growing backlash as prominent voices on the right start speaking out. Candace Owens doesn't hold back, calling Trump's moves a betrayal of core MAGA values, while Joe Kent raises serious concerns about trust and consistency. And in...


Bonus Weekend Ep! Kash Patel Exposed As Drunk In Bombshell Expose, Joe Rogan Speaks At Oval Office & Alex Jones Doubles Down!
04/18/2026

In this explosive bonus Weekend Edition of The Rush Hour Podcast, we break down the stunning allegations surrounding FBI Director Kash Patel, who is now facing a bombshell exposĂ© accusing him of drinking on the job. What does this mean for the credibility of the bureau—and why isn't this getting louder bipartisan outrage? We dig into the details, the potential fallout, and whether this story has the legs to shake up Washington.

Plus, Joe Rogan takes center stage at the White House in a move that has fans doing a double take. Once the voice of ant...