Planet America
Season 2026
As Trump steamrolls through the second year of his second term, Chas and John are here to guide you through the mayhem: covering Iran, ICE, tariffs, NATO, Russia/Ukraine, Gaza, affordability, Greenland, the midterms and more.
Where to Watch Planet America • Season 2026
25 Episodes
- Minnesota Shootings: Will the federal agents be charged with murder? | Monday 2/2/2026E1
Minnesota Shootings: Will the federal agents be charged with murder? | Monday 2/2/2026Chas and John are back to look at the issues from a busy holiday period including ICE protests and what's happening in Minnesota plus Trump's one year anniversary of his second term and looking ahead to the midterms. - Who has been implicated in the latest Epstein Files release? | Monday 9/2/2026E2
Who has been implicated in the latest Epstein Files release? | Monday 9/2/2026Trump calls for Americans to "move on" as Democrats pledge to fight an Epstein files "cover-up". Also the Trump family crypto scandal the world has hardly noticed, plus the President's rare backdown on his racist Obama post. - Epstein Files: Allegations Trump committed "serious crimes" says Congressman | Monday 16/2/2026E3
Epstein Files: Allegations Trump committed "serious crimes" says Congressman | Monday 16/2/2026Attorney General Pam Bondi's fiery Epstein files hearing descends into chaos and prompts more claims of a cover-up. Does Trump have reason to worry? We ask Democratic Congressman Ted Lieu. Meanwhile, border czar Tom Homan announces an end to Minnesota's ICE surge, while Trump's approval slumps to an all-time low. - Epstein files fallout continues as Trump's tariffs are thrown into turmoilE4
Epstein files fallout continues as Trump's tariffs are thrown into turmoilAs Epstein’s billionaire backer denies knowing anything about the convicted sex trafficker’s crimes, more allegations surface about President Trump himself. Meanwhile, America’s highest court throws out Trump’s tariffs, and the immigration crackdown becomes a liability heading into the midterms. - Trump attacks Iran while Clintons face Epstein questionsE6
Trump attacks Iran while Clintons face Epstein questionsOperation Epic Fury: America’s “president of peace” goes to war with Iran. Meanwhile the Clintons face awkward questions over Jeffrey Epstein, and an explosive Senate race in Texas could reshape Congress for the midterms. - Trump demands regime change, backtracks on Iran 'war'E7
Trump demands regime change, backtracks on Iran 'war'America continues its attack on Iran, while Trump continues his ever-shifting rationale for war. Did Iran pose an “imminent threat”? We ask former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, the chief US negotiator for the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal. Meanwhile Trump fires disgraced Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and replaces her with a former wrestler. - Gas prices, democracy and the Iran war crisisE8
Gas prices, democracy and the Iran war crisisHow and when will America's war with Iran end? We ask former US Navy Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery. Meanwhile on the home front, President Trump wants to save American democracy - by making it much harder to vote. - What's Iran's next move after Trump threatens critical infrastructure?E9
What's Iran's next move after Trump threatens critical infrastructure?Iran warns of retaliatory strikes if Trump follows through on his threat to attack Iranian power plants. So, what’s Iran’s next move? We ask former National Security Council Director for Iran, Nate Swanson. Also, former MMA fighter Markwayne Mullin spars with senators at his confirmation hearing to be the new Homeland Security boss. - Who's cashing in on Trump's Iran war strategy?E10
Who's cashing in on Trump's Iran war strategy?As more American troops head to the Middle East, is a ground war next? We ask Ambassador Dan Shapiro, former Deputy Asst Secretary of Defense for the Middle East. Meanwhile, is Trump using the war with Iran to manipulate the stock market? And who is cashing in? - Trump's F-bomb threat to Iran over the Strait of HormuzE11
Trump's F-bomb threat to Iran over the Strait of HormuzPresident Trump unleashes a social media F-bomb as he threatens Iran with yet more bombs. Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure? Meanwhile, how is the war in the Middle East impacting the forgotten war in Ukraine? - Trump orders naval blockade on Iran while Melania reignites Epstein scandalE12
Trump orders naval blockade on Iran while Melania reignites Epstein scandalPresident Trump threatens Hormuz blockade after US-Iran peace talks collapse without a deal. Meanwhile, Trump’s favourite European, Viktor Orban, is swept from power and the mystery over why Melania wanted to talk about Epstein. - Is Trump mentally fit? Mary Trump answersE13
Is Trump mentally fit? Mary Trump answersPsychologist Dr Mary Trump talks about her uncle’s erratic behaviour and extreme comments. Meanwhile, new tensions threaten the Iran ceasefire, and a disgraced former presidential candidate resigns over a sex scandal. - Trump escapes would-be assassin as Iran talks stallE14
Trump escapes would-be assassin as Iran talks stallDonald Trump escapes another would-be assassin; we ask The Independent’s Washington Bureau Chief Eric Garcia what it was like to be in the room where it happened. Also, the Iran ceasefire holds while peace talks stall, Trump gets sucked in by AI and is FBI Director Kash Patel the next big exit? - ‘STAGED’: false flag conspiracies and seashell ‘threats’E15
‘STAGED’: false flag conspiracies and seashell ‘threats’Conspiracies swirl as Trump’s alleged would-be-assassin faces court and former FBI Director James Comey is indicted over a seashell “threat” to Trump. And as the Supreme Court destroys the Voting Rights Act; will this affect the midterms? - Are Trump’s UFO files a weapon of mass distraction from Epstein?E16
Are Trump’s UFO files a weapon of mass distraction from Epstein?Operation Epic Distraction? Trump’s UFO file release sparks backlash over Epstein distraction. And as war and gas prices weigh down Trump’s approval rating, will Democrats have a chance to take the Senate? We ask The Cook Political Report’s Dave Wasserman. - What did the Trump-Xi summit actually achieve?E17
What did the Trump-Xi summit actually achieve?Trump bows to Xi, but what did the China summit achieve? We ask former US Ambassador to China, Nick Burns. Also, more economic uncertainty, Trump’s DOJ lawsuit, and the MAGA backlash over ‘Trump Mobile’. Are voters losing their patience? - Republicans revolt over Trump’s taxpayer-funded 'slush fund'E18
Republicans revolt over Trump’s taxpayer-funded 'slush fund'Is this Trump’s most brazen act? Meanwhile, hopes for a lasting peace rise and fall as Trump says “no rush” on a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, Congressman Thomas Massie loses the most expensive primary in US history and Tulsi Gabbard heads for the exit. - Is Trump planning to attack Cuba?E19
Is Trump planning to attack Cuba?As tensions escalate, we ask exiled Assembly of the Cuban Resistance leader Orlando Gutierrez Boronat why he is pushing for regime change. Also, the ugly senate race in Texas which could decide the balance of power in November’s midterms. Could Republicans lose the Lone Star State? - Will a scandal-plagued political newcomer cost Democrats the Senate?E20
Will a scandal-plagued political newcomer cost Democrats the Senate?We ask strategist Julie Roginsky whether Graham Platner can save his campaign. Also, a rare Republican revolt sees Trump walk away from his slush fund but claim victory in his long-running feud over tax. - Trump claims Iran war victory. But is there a catch?E21
Trump claims Iran war victory. But is there a catch?Trump claims victory after a long-awaited peace deal is agreed with Iran. Meanwhile, as Congress advances US-Israel military integration, we ask former national security official Josh Paul why the plan has sparked a backlash.