# 196: Iran Blockade 4D Chess + Sam Joins The Big Leagues + Bob Barker's Legacy Under Attack

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Podcast: [Broken Simulation with Sam Tripoli and Johnny Woodard](https://stenobird.com/podcast/broken-simulation-with-sam-tripoli-and-johnny-woodard-641126)
Published: 2026-04-20T08:22:22+00:00
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Duration seconds: 6916

## Resource

We talk Trump's blockade switcheroo in Iran, Eric Swalwell being naughty, Bob Barker's legacy, AI improvements, and the President as Jesus (or is that a doctor?). Get your Blue Chew Gold at bluechew.com and use the code "BROKEN" for a discount! Get an additional 20-percent off better plants and better growing at fastgrowingtrees.com using the code "BROKEN" at checkout! For Sam's dates visit samtripoli.com/events! More stuff: Get episodes early, and unedited, plus bonus episodes: patreon.com/brokensimulation Social media: Twitter: @samtripoli, @johnnywoodard Instagram: @samtripoli, @johnnyawoodard Broken Simulation Hosts: Sam Tripoli, Johnny Woodard

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