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Ep. 106 - The Culture War Gateway Drug
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On this episode, we discuss Ayaan Hirsi Ali's recent conversion to Christianity and how anti-wokeness has become a means for influencers to move toward Christian nationalism. We also talk about updates on the Israel-Hamas war, Trump calling people "vermin," and a wild week for Republicans. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review…
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This week, we discuss the latest election results and what that means for Democrats heading into 2024. We also talk about the third GOP debate, PragerU taking over Twitter to push anti-trans propaganda, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Full video: Watch the third GOP presidential …
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Ep. 104 - Who the F@#% is Mike Johnson?
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On today's episode, we discuss the House of Representatives' newest Speaker, Mike Johnson. We also talk about the recent tragedy in Maine, the latest campaign updates, and what has happened now that the House is back in session. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Conservative Maine Democrat s…
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Ep. 103 - The Slender Man Stabbing & Vengeance-Based Justice
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This week, we look back at the infamous Slender Man Stabbing and how our justice system cares far more about vengeance and punishment than rehabilitation. We also talk about the latest House Speaker drama and recent developments after the attack on Israel. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: A…
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Ep. 102 - Fall of the House of McCarthy
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On this episode, we discuss the absolute recent chaos in the U.S. House of Representatives. We also talk about the latest GOP debate, the UAW strikes, and Trump's latest trial. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Donald Trump: UAW negotiations 'don't mean as much as you think' Biden says UAW s…
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Ep. 101 - How Bad Is PragerU Kids?
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On this episode, we dive deep into the GOP's newest education tool, PragerU Kids. We also talk about Republicans launching their impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden, a new GOP plan for redistricting in Wisconsin, Lauren Boebert getting kicked out of Beetlejuice, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from…
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Ep. 100 - Vivek Rhymes with Fake
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On today's episode, we discuss the GOP's newest rising star, Vivek Ramaswamy. We also talk about potential impeachment of Justice Janet Protasiewicz, Proud Boys being sentenced, conservatives freaking out over beer again, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Wisconsin's new liberal Su…
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Ep. 99 - The Maui Wildfires and the History of Hawai'i
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TRIGGER WARNING: We will be talking about the devastating wildfires in Maui. We’ll also provide a link in the show notes to the American Red Cross Maui Wildfires Relief Fund. If you have the ability, we strongly encourage all of you to give something to help out. Your support will go a long way. Thank you. On this episode, we discuss the recent dev…
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Ep. 98 - How Wisconsin Takes Advantage and Traps Undocumented Workers
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On this episode, we discuss two recent articles about the current situation for undocumented workers in Wisconsin and their need for drivers' licenses. We also talk about the third installment of the Trump Indictment Saga, some Ohio's special election, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the epis…
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Ep. 97 - Fine... We'll Talk about Jason Aldean
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On this episode, we throw caution to the wind and do indeed try that in a small town. We also talk about the latest Hunter Biden updates, additional charges against Donald Trump, Barbie, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Hunter Biden pleads not guilty after judge says she cannot ac…
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Ep. 96 - RFK Jr. Is a Dangerous Idiot
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This week, we discuss the anti-vax conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the real harm he is causing. We also talk about Trump maybe getting indicted for a 3rd time, more local school chaos, Florida now teaching the "good" parts of slavery, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode:…
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Ep. 95 - SCOTUS Says Discrimination Is Okay and a Bunch of Other Terrible Things
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This week, we discuss the latest crazy rulings by our Supreme Court and the damage caused by them. We also talk about how the United States saw even more mass shootings in July, illicit drugs found at the White House, and Wisconsin getting education funding for the next 400 years, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star revie…
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Ep. 94 - No, The Parties Are NOT The Same: A Look at the 2023 Wisconsin State Conventions
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On this episode, we take a look at the recent party platforms that passed during the Wisconsin Democratic and Republican State Conventions and see exactly how different the two parties actually are. We also discuss Arkansas' gender-affirming care ban being struck down, Hunter Biden pleading guilty, more SCOTUS corruption, and more! If you like our …
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Ep. 93 - The Biden Bribery Tapes They DON'T Want You to Know About
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On this episode, we discuss the latest, super serious, and definitely legit deep state coverup THEY don't want you to know about. We also talk about Biden vetoing a bill which would cancel his student debt relief plan, Baptists continuing to hate women, Wisconsin expanding school vouchers, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-s…
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Ep. 92 - Trump's Federal Indictment
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This week, we discuss the latest news surrounding Trump's second indictment. We also talk about SCOTUS ruling against Alabama's maps, the latest GOP primary updates, the newest UFO conspiracy, and so much more. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: US urged to reveal UFO evidence after claim tha…
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Ep. 91 - The Christian Right Loves Uganda
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On this episode, we discuss Uganda's draconian anti-LGBTQ law as well as how American Evangelicals have pushed the country's leaders to this point. We also talk about the impeachment of Ken Paxton, the new debt limit deal, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Republican-led Texas Hous…
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Ep. 90 - The Conservative Obsession with Masculinity
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On this episode, we discuss Sen. Josh Hawley's op-ed and new book, as well as conservatives' current obsession with "traditional masculinity." We also talk about the Republican presidential primary, a record fine for Meta, Catholic sex abuse in Illinois, attacks on Target over Pride Month apparel, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to lea…
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On this episode, we dive deep into the Durham Report and why it's not the bombshell Republicans and conservatives claim it is. We also talk about Rudy Giuliani getting sued, the Kansas GOP trying to do a hate crime, a lawsuit over whether a fetus is an employee, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links fro…
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Ep. 88 - Why "School Choice" Is Misleading
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On this episode, we discuss school choice programs and their effects on education. We also talk about the latest shooting in Allen, Texas, a Wisconsin Republican screaming about demons, Tucker Carlson goes to war with Fox News, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Why some people are …
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Ep. 87 - Why Do People Hate Preferred Pronouns?
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On this episode, we discuss the reasons why people hate using someone's preferred pronouns. We also talk about the latest updates on SCOTUS corruption, Proud Boys members being found guilty, and the party of small government being exactly not that. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Harlan Cr…
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On this episode, we catch up on ALL the news we missed while Jason was on vacation. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Fox News settles with Dominion at the last second, pays more than $787 million to avert defamation trial over its 2020 election lies Tucker Carlson is leaving Fox News Carlso…
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Ep. 85 - Conservatives' War on Drag Shows
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On this episode, we discuss the latest anti-drag legislation that passed in Tennessee and the conservative war on drag shows throughout the country. We also remind Wisconsin voters to VOTE FOR JANET PROTASIEWICZ for WI Supreme Court on April 4th, talk about Tucker Carlson trying to rewrite the history of January 6th, and discuss the highlights of C…
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Ep. 84 - America's Obsession with Guns
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This week, we discuss America's gun culture and how conservatives have taken it to a weird extreme. We also talk about a Texas judge ruling on mifepristone, updates on the "lab leak theory," Dilbert being canceled, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Mississippi bans gender-affirming…
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Ep. 83 - The Whitewashing of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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On this episode, we discuss the whitewashing of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by conservatives. We also discuss the latest update on the Dominion lawsuit against Fox News, how the Mormon church have been illegally hiding money from its members, the results of the Wisconsin Supreme Court primary, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a …
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This week, we discuss the tragic story of the Wilmington Coup. We also talk about the He Gets Us campaign, Nikki Haley running for president, the massive train derailment in Ohio, and how Elon Musk is an idiot... again. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: "He gets us" Super Bowl Jesus commerci…
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On this episode, we continue our observance of Black History Month by discussing the tragic events of the Tulsa Massacre. We also talk about Biden's State of the Union, killer Chinese balloons, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Republican Party of Wisconsin: Complaint filed with Wi…
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Ep. 80 - Henrietta Lacks and Her Immortal Cells
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We are BACK for 2023! As we begin our observation of Black History Month, we discuss the story of Henrietta Lacks and her immortal cells. We also catch up on the million headlines and stories from when we were gone. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: WTF is going on with George Santos Illimin…
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Ep. 79 - WTF Happened in the Midterms?
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This week, we take a close look at the results, some still ongoing, of the 2022 midterm elections. We also talk about conservatives continuing to ban books, Elon Musk tanking Twitter, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: More conservative book banning in Wisconsin schools Elon Musk ta…
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On this episode, with the onslaught of Republican attack ads surrounding cash bail, we take a look at what cash bail is and how critics of it want to reform the system. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Muskego-Norway School District 2022 Annual Meeting House progressives press Biden to enga…
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Ep. 77 - Tony Evers vs. Tim Michels: Reviewing the WI Gubernatorial Debate
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This week, we watched the only Wisconsin gubernatorial debate between Tony Evers and Tim Michels so you don't to. We also discuss the latest January 6th Committee updates, Herschel Walker's prop badge, British lettuce, and more! Jan. 6 panel officially subpoenas Trump Steve Bannon sentenced to 4 months in prison for flouting House Jan. 6 panel Walk…
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Ep. 76 - The WI Midterm Senate Debates
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On this episode, we find out how dumb Ron Johnson really is as we review the latest Senate midterm debates. We also discuss the latest updates to the Brett Favre scandal, the January 6th Committee hearing, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Brett Favre says he did nothing wrong in M…
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Ep. 75 - Political Advertising 101
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This week, we dive deep into the onslaught of political ads you may have been enduring the last few weeks to discuss how and why they work. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: The story of the praying Bremerton coach keeps getting more surreal Arrowhead students must have parental permission t…
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Ep. 74 - The GOP's New Reverse Freedom Rides
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On this episode, we look at how Republican governors are using asylum seekers as political pawns and the racist history behind their strategy. We also discuss the latest updates on the Respect for Marriage Act, Lindsey Graham's abortion ban, and how Brett Favre stole millions from welfare funds. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star …
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Ep. 73 - The #Gamergate Conspiracy
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On this episode, we look back at one of the most influential cultural events in internet history that you may have never heard of, Gamergate. We also discuss Biden's speech about MAGA Republicans, the Alaskan special election, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Joe Rogan on lessons …
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Ep. 72 - Citizens United & Campaign Finance Over a Decade Later
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On this episode, we look back to the infamous Citizens United decision that dramatically changed campaign finance law over the last decade. We also discuss Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, the Mar-a-Lago affidavit, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Biden announces student loa…
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Ep. 71 - When the Emperor Was Divine
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On this episode, we discuss When the Emperor Was Divine, a book recently rejected by a local Wisconsin school board for having the wrong "perspective" on Japanese-American internment camps... we wish we were kidding. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Wyoming Primary Results Liz Cheney is con…
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Ep. 70 - What the Primaries Tell Us About November
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On this episode, we break down the latest primary elections and what that means for those in November. We also discuss the recent FBI search into Trump's documents in Mar-a-Lago and so much more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Brittany Griner sentenced to nine years for drug charges in Ru…
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Ep. 69 - The Wisconsin GOP Gubernatorial Primary Debate
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On this episode, we watch the Wisconsin GOP Gubernatorial Primary Debate so you don't have to. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Schumer and Manchin announce deal on budget reconciliation bill CHIPS Act Six House staffers arrested during sit-in at Chuck Schumer’s office to protest climate ch…
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Ep. 68 - The Argument for Universal Healthcare
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On this episode, we break down the challenges of the United States' current healthcare system and make the argument for why we need universal healthcare. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Republican Josh Hawley fled January 6 rioters – and Twitter ran with it Some who think 2020's election w…
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Ep. 67 - What is Happening with Brittney Griner?
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On this episode, we dive deep into the story of WNBA star Brittney Griner, who is currently wrongfully detained in Russia, and what the U.S. government can do about it. We also talk about the latest January 6th Committee hearing, the Biden Administration's awful response to the Dobbs decision, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a…
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This week, we take a look at the other recent decisions by the Supreme Court which may have been overshadowed by the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Rachael Wachstein FB Post Boris Johnson resigns as UK Prime Minister Why Boris Johnson is resigning and how…
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On this week, we break down the heinous decision by the Supreme Court and what that means for people in Wisconsin. We also discuss the latest January 6th hearing. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Mark Meadows’ associate threatened ex-White House aide before her testimony Ron Johnson is of c…
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Ep. 64 - Did Slavery End with the 13th Amendment? Part 2
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This week, we continue our discussion on the 13th Amendment and how mass incarceration affects people of color today. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: 13th - Movie The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Ronald Reagan’s Long-Hidden Racist Conversation With Richard Nixon Willie Horton 1988 At…
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Ep. 63 - Did Slavery End with the 13th Amendment? Part 1
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This week, we commemorate Juneteenth by looking into the history of the 13th Amendment and modern-day slavery in the United States. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Members of White nationalist militia group arrested before rioting at a Pride event Senate announces deal on bipartisan gun co…
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Ep. 62 - Are Culture Wars a Myth?
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On this episode, we discuss culture wars, polarization, and the debate surrounding them in academic circles. We also talk about the opening hearing for the January 6th Committee, TP USA telling women to have babies, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: First public hearing is held on …
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Ep. 61 - Why Billionaires Shouldn't Exist
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On this episode, we tackle the question about whether billionaires should be legally allowed to exist. We also discuss the recent mass shooting in Tulsa, the recent transgender bathroom ban, the Wisconsin GOP gubernatorial primary, and Trump creating his own streaming service. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful link…
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Ep. 60 - Don't Call it a Comeback
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We have returned in all of our glory to discuss the chaos we missed during our break. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: School shooting in Texas eye-witness account from an 11 year old girl Beto O’Rourke confronts Texas Gov. Greg Abbott at Uvalde press conference In wake of tragic school sho…
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Ep. 59 - The Patriot/Militia Movement
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On this episode, we dive deep into the history of several extremist militia movements in the United States. We also discuss Republicans' fake electors, Justice Breyer's retirement, and Tucker Carlson losing it over because M&M's aren't sexy enough. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Tucker Ca…
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Ep. 58 - Biden Speaks on Voting Rights
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On this week, we tackle some of the major headlines from this week including Joe Biden's speech on voting rights, Sinema and Manchin screwing everything up for Democrats, the recent Supreme Court ruling on vaccines, and more! If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Supreme Court overturns OSHA tes…
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Ep. 57 - Anniversary of the Jan. 6th Attack
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On this episode we reflect on the January 6th attack a year later and discuss the HBO documentary, Four Hours at the Capitol. We also talk about how many Candace Owens, Rand Paul, Ted Cruz, and many other Republicans have been very, very stupid. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode: Candace Owen…
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