Ruthless Podcast Should You Run for Congress? What Do Our Wives Think of the Show? Ruthless Q&A part 2
Jan 1, 2026
Andrew Bremberg, a policy expert and former Trump administration official, joins the conversation to tackle the pressing issues of healthcare costs and price transparency. The hosts share hilarious anecdotes about their wives' reactions to the show, highlighting the importance of humility. They delve into what it truly takes to run for Congress, emphasizing grassroots efforts over ambition. Bremberg argues that merely throwing taxpayer money at the healthcare system won't solve its problems and warns against the dangers of a single-payer system if costs remain unchecked.
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Wives' First Reactions To The Show
- Josh Holmes says his wife likely has never downloaded an episode and only hears about the show through friends.
- John Ashbrook recalls editing late at night and his wife asking if he was working on the podcast again.
Realization Moment At Live Events
- Michael Duncan tells a story where his wife realized the show was real after fans approached them at events.
- She later joked in an Uber ride, 'oh, so you have groupies now, huh?'
Build Groundwork Before Running
- Do grassroots work and join local party units before running for federal office to build credibility and relationships.
- Volunteer on campaigns and learn election mechanics by door-knocking and petitioning to understand constituents and the process.