This week we are joined by former astronaut, Senator Mark Kelly to talk about all things Kamala Harris, and his family's personal experience with gun violence and IVF. Kelly also reflects on how new laws are effecting OBGYNs in Arizona, and the danger of qualified doctors closing their practices and moving out of state. We end the the interview by asking Kelly our most burning question about space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's 2 weeks till the election and things are ramping up. With early voting in full swing, Sami & V break down the latest data and see what the results are showing in NC, GA, VA. Trump shuts down a McDonalds and pretends to work the fryer, and why they will never be able to drink an Arnold Palmer again. (Though we could go for a burger right now.) Elon Musk also runs a questionable $1 million giveaway in Pennsylvania, which may put him in legal trouble (if Trump doesn't win.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the screenwriter of the film 'The Apprentice,' Gabriel Sherman, joins Sami to talk about the movie, and why it took 7 years to produce. 'The Apprentice' follows Trump's evolution and the impact of the TV show 'The Apprentice,' and aims to humanize him while addressing his darker traits. The movie also highlights Trump's role as an apprentice to Roy Cohn, and the broader implications of Trump's influence on American politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite his Sept 2024 release date, Brandon Parks-Burns is still in prison, waiting to be released. Joined by his sister, A.B. Burns-Tucker (@iamlegallyhype), Sami & V learn about Brandon's legal battles after unreliable testimony by an informant landed him in prison when he was 18 years old. Then, Sami & V go over "Trump-chella," early voting, and what the polls are saying. V shares some insights from Bob Woodward's newest book, "War," including how much Biden loves to drop an f-bomb, and highlights Trumps insecurities. Reach out to Governor Newsom's office about Parks-Burns release: https://www.gov.ca.gov/contact/ (916) 445-2841 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With hurricane Milton hitting Florida Wednesday night, V talks to Caitlin Durkovich, Deputy Homeland Security Advisor for Resilience and Response, about the dangerous storm, and the challenges Florida faces over the next few weeks. Durkovich explains why the storm surge is so dangerous, and what you should do if you have not evacuated Tampa yet. Fact check rumors about hurricane Helene & hurricane Milton: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/current/hurricane-helene/rumor-response Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00 - Sami reflects on celebrating the Jewish New Year, and the anniversary of the October 7th attack on Israel.MAIN NEWS 14:30 - Let's talk schadenfreude -- 68 American Nazi's were charged in an indictment last week in California's San Fernando Valley. The group calls themselves the PECKERWOODS, and is run by a 62-year old woman named Trish. According to the indictment, law enforcement found large quantities of illegal firearms, and dozens of pounds of fentanyl, and other drugs.AMERICAN'T 33:30 - The lies surrounding hurricane Helene have gotten out of control... Sami & V try to cover some of the ones they've heard the most -- like FEMA aid being used for migrants (FALSE) and Kamala Harris went on 'Call Her Daddy' instead of visiting hurricane victims (FALSE)Fact check additional statements here: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/current/hurricane-helene/rumor-response44:30 - The latest updates on the abortion ban in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another debate, another recap! Today V & Sami are joined by Vibes Only's Glennis Meagher & Brian Derrick to compare notes on last night's VP debate. Was Walz's neighborly demeanor a liability? Can Vance answer a question without lying? What does the VP even do? We can answer some of these questions, even if the candidates didn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do Sabrina Carpenter and Eric Adams have in common? Maybe more than you think! TEMP CHECK 6: 00 - People are on Chappell Roan's ass over her current political stance. Should she be doing more, or are we expecting too much from the Midwest Princess?  MAIN NEWS 16:40 - V & Sami explain the connection between NYC's Mayor, the Catholic Church, and Sabrina Carpenter. Already indicted on bribery charges, it looks like there may be more charges coming Adams' way. Should Governor Hochul pressure a resignation from Adams, or will her support for the Mayor hurt her too? 29:20 - Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost talks about his experiences on the campaign trail with Kamala Harris, the challenges of hurricane recovery in Florida, and how the anti-immigrant rhetoric is getting increasingly more dangerous. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Whoever is writing this week's storyline for America is going a little wild. V fills us in on her latest trip to the Pentagon, where they talk China, Russia, and of course TikTok with the Department of Defense. We also get some clarification on why they use the unsettling phrase "most combat ready lethal fighting force." TEMP CHECK 26:00 Georgia's Election Board voted on a measure which would require counties to hand-count ballots -- which even has some Republican's speaking up in opposition. Nebraska's unique way of distributing electoral votes is causing Trump to panic, and Senator for South Carolina, Lindsey Graham, is also trying to support this "winner takes it all" approach. Although Nebraska's Governor Jim Pillen seems to support this change, he said he won't call a special session without the support of 33 state Senators. MAIN NEWS 37:00 Breaking down all that is Mark Robinson, the self proclaimed "Black Nazi." We wrap up with an in depth look at what we know about the "freak offs" (aka mass rapes) Diddy was part of, including the IV bags and 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lube that were seized from his home, and the alleged tell all that Diddy's ex, Kim Porter wrote, that was published after her death. Go to vote.org &  iwillvote.org to check your voter status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you call her The Latina Hammer, La Luchadora, or maybe just DMP: it's clear Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is making herself known in the Florida race for Senate against incumbent Rick Scott (who was involved in defrauding Medicare in 1997.) Mucarsel-Powell talks about the challenges that Floridians face, from high insurance rates to climate change, and how the normally Republican leaning Villages is showing up for the Harris-Walz campaign. Go to https://iwillvote.com/ to check your voter registration status and sign up to vote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week V is joined by Senator Baldwin of Wisconsin. In addition to addressing the impact the reversal of Roe v Wade has had on the state, Senator Baldwin talks about how being raised by her grandparents and a childhood illness shaped her policies. V & Sen. Baldwin also talk about the future of clean energy, and why keeping these jobs in the US is so important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Between Trump bragging about talking to Putin, to his claims of people eating their pets, Tuesday's debate makes us wonder if people are finally getting tired of Trump's act, and are ready for some normality in the White House. Considered a win for Harris by all (even Newsmax's Geraldo Rivera) Sami & V break down the biggest moments for Harris, and the moments that left us confused. Check your voter registration here: vote.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back this week talking about more disinformation, this time coming from massive a DOJ indictment which include several Russian nationals and entities, all working to influence 2024 election. The report calls out fake social media profiles, bots, and a front company based in Tennessee, all with the goal to create more division and suppress voter turnout. To wrap up the episode, we're joined by Symone Sanders-Townsend, co-host of MSNBC’s The Weekend, to make predictions on Tuesday night's Presidential debate, including how Harris can counterpunch and pivot effectively. Sanders-Townsend also talks about what a "win" would look like for the Harris team, and we all wonder how low Trump will be willing to go in his attacks against Harris.“Black Women in America: The Road to 2024,” airs on September 29th at 9pm ET on MSNBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami sits down with co-authors Emmanuel Acho & Noa Tishby to talk about their book, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew. Acho speaks about how his friendship with Tishby developed, and how that friendship allowed them to have constructive conversations with each other about race. Their conversation also highlights the struggles of the Jewish and Black communities and the importance of unity in fighting against oppression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have a classic American Fever Dream episode for you! Let's break down some of the weirdest, fever dreamiest stories of the last week. TEMP CHECK 5:45 - Starting off, we break down why Trump's photo op at Arlington National Cemetery was so disgraceful. V also fact checks Trump's statement that no military members died under his presidency, when the numbers show a very different story. 27:30 - Next, we cover the Twitter/X ban in Brazil. A Supreme Court Justice in Brazil has taken action against the app because of far-right accounts and disinformation. Musk could have avoided this if he had just hired a lawyer that lived in Brazil... so why didn't he? 35:10 - You may have heard from the NY Post that a Venezuelan gangs is taking over Aurora, Colorado. While the story is still unfolding, V and Sami are highly doubtful that a gang is taking over three specific apartment buildings owned by a company based outside of Colorado. AMERICAN'T 45:15 - A Chase Bank "glitch" let's people take out thousands of dollars without actually having the money in your account. Aka wire fraud. Please don't do this. 49:22 - We end the episode talking about Donald Trump's interesting choice of stops on his campaign trail -- Majority small towns that all happen to be Sundown towns, including Howell, Michigan, which held a KKK rally in July 2024. Have a question for V & Sami, or want to give your fave Philly recommendations? Email [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the giant Project 2025 book to her viral speech on the Michigan Senate floor in 2022, Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Sami talk about all of it. Although many call her a communications guru, McMorrow says she's just authentic in the way she talks to people, and that's what people connect with. Sami and McMorrow also discuss ways you can be engaged with politics, even if you don't want to run for office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

V & Sami are back from the DNC and they're ready to recap a very busy week. Still unhappy with trad media, they point out the double standard in the way Harris' speech is being fact checked versus the way the media is treating Trump. V also explains why there were no trans speakers at the DNC, and what was going on with the Uncommitted delegates. V & Sami also celebrate the joy and hope that was displayed at the DNC, along with Democrats reclaiming camo and the American flag. Then we share an interview at the DNC where Sami sat down with Senator Lephonza Butler, where Sen. Butler talks about brokering power, and explains why she's not running for reelection. Listen to our episode with Vice President Harris here:  Is The Bodily Autonomy In The Room With Us? Ft. Kamala Harris Have questions for Sam & V? Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everything that's wrong at the DNC is because of the 200 creators, according to traditional media outlets, and V & Sami are getting fed up. V debunks the prime rib sandwich and yacht party rumors, and we have to ask -- are traditional media outlets just jealous, or are the creators ruining the experience for everyone? While previous days were all about looking forward to a hopeful future, day 3 speeches from Tim Walz, Oprah and others seem more somber and reflective, reminding us about January 6th and what else could happen under another Trump presidency. And yes, the giant Project 2025 book makes a return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Armed with their credential badges, Sami & V are ready for the Day 2 at the DNC. Today, they break down the difference between the music at the DNC vs the RNC, and recap the Obama's messages of hope and community. (And yes, their speeches made us cry, again.) Plus, the Republican's that spoke in support of Kamala, showing us you don't have to be a Democrat to vote blue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

V & Sami start their week off at the DNC with comedian Alex Pearlman. They commiserate on how long it took them to get into the convention and talk about why it's so important to have media creators involved in politics. Then, a very tired Sami & V go over their favorite speeches of the night, the differences they noticed between the DNC and RNC, and Senator McMorrow's giant Project 2025 book. Follow Alex on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@pearlmania500 Have a question for Sami & V about the DNC? Send us an email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

V talks with board certified gynecologist Dr. Karen Tang about informed consent, how social media has helped women's healthcare, and the impact of new laws on the healthcare industry. Dr. Tang's latest book, It's Not Hysteria Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health (but Were Never Told) aims to debunk myths and misconceptions about women's health issues that often get dismissed as "normal." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TEMP CHECK 7:00 - Let's break down Australian B-girl, Raygun's....interesting performance in breakdancing, including her signature boomerang moves. 12:45 - Five days after gymnast Jordan Chiles won the bronze medal in the individual floor competition, the IOC sided with a challenge from Romania and wants Chiles to give back the medal. Will Chiles return the medal with a frowny face note? Or will the US counter challenge be successful? MAIN NEWS 19:15 - Sometimes it seems like folks are so creative in their hate, but in fact, no, they aren’t. They’re simply repeating the decades old talking points, ideology and strategies of olde. Today we dissect the John Birch Society. Founded in 1958 by a man who did not trust outsiders and shares Donald Trump’s fear of being poisoned. (In addition to being the creator of the Sugar Daddies candy) 33:00 - Is Mr. Beast, famous YouTuber, running a real life Squid Games? There are some allegations around his reality TV show’s inhumane practices including withholding clean clothes, water, and proper medical attention. 38:45 - New reporting on Donald Trump’s $10M windfall in 2016 from Egyptian dictator Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, and what he did for Egypt in return. And you’ll never guess who shut down the FBI investigation into it two years later. DOWN BALLOT ERA 44:30 - Dissecting Cori Bush’s primary loss to Wesley Bell, and how she was defeated by a mix of AIPAC funding and messaging that effectively painted her as someone more concerned with foreign policy than district issues. Today is also Ilhan Omar’s primary race against Don Samuels, who she defeated in the 2022 primary by just 2 points. Samuel’s campaign looks a lot like Bell’s, but without the support from AIPAC, but he’s also highlighting Omar’s husband’s...interesting business practices and questionable income. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred Trump III, the nephew of former president Donald Trump, is on the show this week to talk all about his book, All In The Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way. Fred explains why now is the right time for this book, along with the unusual family dynamic among the Trump's (including Donald's attempt at disinheriting him.) Sami & Fred talk about the importance of policies to support families and individuals with disabilities, reflecting on Donald's infamous "maybe those kinds of people should just die" remark, and not so surprisingly why Fred will be voting for a Harris/Walz ticket this November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a VP!! In this special bonus episode Sami & V go over the background and long list of accomplishments of Harris' pick for VP, Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz. Is he the radical that the right wants to paint him as, or just a regular guy who doesn’t want to monitor your pregnancy? From his 24 years of service in Army National Guard, to being a vocal supporter of IVF and reproductive rights, we're excited to have someone so.... not weird on the ticket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TEMP CHECK 3:20 - This week let’s take a deeper look into Peter Thiel’s past, from paying lawyers to help Hulk Hogan’s sue Gawker Media, to how he’s been influenced by AN INTERNET BLOGGER WHO USED TO GO BY THE NAME MENCIUS MOLDBUG. We also cover some of the politicians that’s he’s funded that have failed, and how JD Vance is a win for Thiel’s extreme ideologies. 12:30 - We break down the “Kamala is a cop” trope and examine her history as a prosecutor, from her “Back On Track” program in San Francisco aimed at reducing recidivism among young adults, to writing the playbook on how to prosecute against the “gay panic defense.” MAIN NEWS 26:20 - If you remember the election certification process from 2020....get ready for it to happen again, on steroids. With 90 days to the 2024 election, there are several ways in which election integrity is already being called into question, and we’re expecting to see voter challenges and accusations of fraud in counties in swing states. Sami also found a report on the Heritage Foundation’s website from some “election integrity exercises” that they conducted in the spring, like war games for the election. AMERICAN'T 49:20 - Last week Olympic athlete Imane Khalief was disqualified after beating her opponent in 46 seconds, and almost as quickly rumors were spreading about Khalief's gender and past. V explains how misinformation spread so quickly, and the troubled past and ties of IBA President, Umar Kremlev, with Putin. (Including how the IBA has been excluded from organizing Olympic boxing since the Tokyo Games in 2021 due to ethical issues.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sami & V are joined by Congressman Dan Goldman who, before running for office, served as lead counsel in the first impeachment of former President Donald Trump. Goldman breaks down the legality of enacting Project 2025, along with Biden's proposed changes to the SCOTUS. We also make the connection between climate change and immigration, and how Trump's 2024 campaign is a personal revenge and retribution tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonjour! Starting off with a TEMP CHECK -- going over our favorite Olympic Opening Ceremony moments (and why it offended the far right) and how Beyoncé is reclaiming the flag aesthetic. Also, why you should be excited about Val Demings joining the USPS Board, and what that might mean for Post Master General Louis DeJoy. MAIN NEWS 14:15 Sami walks us through 3 of the most dangerous groups that are behind Donald Trump that we have affectionately nicknamed the “trifecta of death.” This includes Project 2025/the Heritage Foundation, technocrats like Peter Thiel and Elon Musk (who we can thank for JD Vance’s presence on the ticket) and anti-western foreign interests like Russia and China. Even though all three groups have different tactics, it’s clear their mutual short-term goal is to get Donald Trump elected to end American democracy for their own ends. DOWN BALLOT ERA 48:45 This week, we’re shouting out democratic candidate for Ohio’s 12th district, Jerrad Christian, who outed Trump & Guiliani’s dealings with the Russian mafia, going back to the 1980's on his X thread. Christian highlights how the Russian mafia was living in Trump Tower, and Giuliani’s involvement with them. We love a representative who does his homework. Read Jerrad Christian's full X thread here: https://x.com/JerradChristian/status/1816489797004984584 AMERICAN'T 52:00 We simply can’t fathom the lack of vetting of JD Vance. That’s what happens when you put Don Jr. and Eric in charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that the chemicals in your brain might determine what political party you feel aligned with? Guest Keegan Tatum, an expert in political psychology, is here to explain the psychological differences between liberals and conservatives, as well as how religion and emotional biases factor into our political ideology. He also explains how having an overly active disgust mechanism can create anti-trans and anti-gay sentiments. V and Keegan also debate if conservatives have a humiliation kink, and if we can change our brain chemistry. Follow Keegan: TikTok Instagram YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After weeks of speculation, President Biden announced that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race -- leaving all eyes on Vice President Kamala Harris, the new likely democratic presidential nominee. Sami & V discuss Biden’s selfless decision, as well as the flood of endorsements and donations she received in the hours after the news broke, including their theory on why the Obamas have not endorsed her yet, as of recording time. They also talk about Trump’s reaction (or lack thereof) to the news and run through the pros and cons of the most likely VP picks. Finally, what’s with all the coconuts and what do brats have to do with the election? Find out in the episode. AMERICAN'T 56:00 - If you don't like Kamala...start planning for 2028. Attacking her at this point only hurts our chance to beat Trump in 2024. We can do this, but it will take all of us. And as Jess Craven says, we are excited AF for Kamala Harris. Want to learn more about VP Harris? Listen to our episode, The Case For Kamala. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami & V take a look at the history of assassination attempts on US presidents and how these attempts, successful or not, shaped American politics. They also talk about the shared motives that many of these men have, like their desire for attention and recognition. This episode also touches on the history of the electric chair...and how masturbation might have played a role in one of these attempts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

V and Sami break down the shooting at Trump's rally in Pennsylvania, and talk about what could have gone wrong, security failures, and odd choices that were made by the Secret Service. They also share what we know about the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and his background. Then they move on to the RNC and the unceremonious way JD Vance was introduced as Trump's VP pick, and end the episode on debunking the term Blue MAGA.  MAIN NEWS 13:00 It's impossible to not talk about the shooting at Trump's rally in Butler, PA that happened Saturday evening.... so let's talk about it. Sami & V break it down -- what happened, how did it happen, and could it have been prevented? We'll also talk about the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and what the FBI has learned about his motives.33:00 JD Vance was announced as the Republican vice president pick at the RNC, and it seemed like Trump was both surprised and confused (as were we!) V & Sami discuss what a Trump/Vance ticket for 2024 means for Americans, as well as how this could play out in future elections. IN OUR DOWN BALLOT ERA 47:00 Money plays a significant role in elections, but it doesn't guarantee victory. Despite the fact Republican state leadership has raised a record breaking second quarter haul for their down ballot races, six Democrats have raised over $46 million in the second quarter for their down ballot races too. And where there are donations, there are voters! AND FINALLY... 50:00 Have you heard the term Blue MAGA? Sami & V talk about the difference between Biden critics and "stans," and how the later can actually cause more harm to the Democratic party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Sami is in Philadelphia promoting her new book, Democracy in Retrograde, with her co-author Emily Amick. (Out now!) While in town, she spoke with Pennsylvania's Governor Josh Shapiro about the importance of democracy and the steps being taken to ensure free and fair elections, including creating a task force led by Republican Al Schmidt, to protect local poll workers and stop the spread of misinformation. Governor Shapiro also emphasizes the importance of increasing voter participation by creating policies like automatic voter registration, and encourages people to vote out politicians who suppress the vote. (We're looking at you, DeSantis.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Project 2025 is officially in the mainstream news, and Sami and V compare its ideologies to that of Agenda 47, and the 7 Mountains Mandate. They also discuss Nazis marching in Tennessee and how the US could follow the UK's elections last week and pull a "Taccy V." MAIN NEWS 5:00 Project 2025, tied to the Heritage Foundation, is gaining mainstream attention, and both the Vice President and Taraji P. Henson are warning American's to start paying attention. Sami & V also dive into the 7 Mountains Mandate and their strategy to turn America into a Christian nation by capturing the 7 pillars of society that they’ve identified: family, religion, education, media, entertainment, business, and government. And last but not least, V tells us about the British voting trend affectionately called the "Taccy V' or the tactical vote, and how this might be the key for Democrats in 2024. IN OUR DOWN BALLOT ERA 48:15 Voter suppression via the ADA. Sami & V talk about how many Republicans misuse the Americans with Disabilities Act to force the closure of polling places that are not entirely ADA accessible, and what we can do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this very special 4th of July episode, Sami and V discuss the case for Kamala Harris as the potential Democratic presidential candidate, highlighting her voting record as a Senator, her advocacy for LGBTQ rights, and her stance on Israel-Palestine. They also consider how embracing Harris and giving her more spotlight is the clearest path to a victory against Donald Trump in November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back from Vidcon, V and Sami are comparing Project 2025, the Nazi's, Theocracy and Saudi Arabia, and where a win for Trump this fall would leave us. V and Sami also explore what the current round of Supreme Court rulings mean, and how this might be the end of #vanlife. TEMP CHECK: What are the realities of Project 2025? Everyone is quick to compare it to Nazi Germany, but is the reality more a Theocracy like Saudi Arabia? President Biden gives a mild speech after the Supreme Court’s decision to rule (6-3) that Donald Trump has immunity from being prosecuted for election interference & AOC says she’ll introduce articles of impeachment. Other laws being passed across the country include: rollbacks on child labor laws, age of consent laws & punishing people for sleeping in cars/public spaces MAIN NEWS: Sami and V go deeper into the 6-3 Supreme Court ruling, including Sotomayor's dissent and how this would have affected past presidents' actions. They also talk about the Chevron Deference and what that means for organizations like the FDA, Title IX, and Veteran Affairs. AMERICAN/T: Why you should vote for a Democrat even if you're not excited about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and V are joined by host and creative director at MSNBC Live, Luke Russert, to talk about his book Look for Me There: Grieving My Father, Finding Myself. “Give them the best and the world will take care of the rest.” Luke shares how his grandparents’ and parents’ legacies shaped not only his career but his worldview. There is no correct way to grieve. Luke shares how his life has changed after the passing of his father and how he has navigated his grief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04:45 TEMP CHECK: Will this week’s headlines give you a fever or make you freeze? 24:45 MAIN NEWS: Now that Louisiana has posted the 10 Commandments in every classroom, Sami and V discuss how extreme conservatives are spreading the Christian Dominionist Movement and how they want to completely rewrite the Constitution to create a more evangelical America. 50:15 DOWN BALLOT: It’s Election Day, and the primary race between Jamaal Bowman and George Latimer has now become the most expensive in history as well as controversial due to the Within Our Lives protest. 1:03:20 AMER-I-CAN’T: Hyper-capitalism in journalism is baring its fangs now that journalists are revealing they acquired important information while researching and how their contracts kept them from disclosing it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00 Sami and V are joined by authors Lisa Lerer & Elizabeth Dias of the new book The Fall of Roe: the Rise Of A New America, to discuss the decades of work done by anti-abortion groups to finally overturn Roe. 11:00 V wonders if American politicians had been more comfortable with using the word ‘abortion’ and didn’t shy away from these conversations, would it have been harder for conservatives to chip away at reproductive rights? 20:20 Everyone knows that religion affects politics, but less discussed is how politics has actually changed religion, and how that has played into recent elections. 24:20 Can Roe be put back? Lisa and Elizabeth’s book theorizes about how we go about getting our reproductive rights back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00 Welcome to your guide on media literacy. V and Sami explore how social media is used in hybrid warfare to manipulate public opinion through disinformation and emphasize the need to rebuild social trust. 16:00 How can you spot a bot? In a few easy steps you too can spot disinformation through fake accounts, false engagement, and artificial intelligence. 50:00 Don’t forget to mind the gap. Sami and V give listeners the tools to combat problematic accounts and how to find reliable information. 1:00:00 Where does this leave trad media? While traditional media can still be used as a reliable source of information, listeners should be wary of their overlords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1:20 Sami and V are joined by Representative Ro Khanna to share his economic philosophies and proposed changes to the legislative and judicial branches, which already have bipartisan support among voters (though not lawmakers!) 9:00 They discuss the threat of AI to elections and discourse, and what regulations are needed around to rebuild trust in political information on social media. 16:30 They dive into Rep. Khanna’s Political Reform Resolution, which presents a comprehensive roadmap to achieving broad political reform for the federal government through things like court term limits and a binding code of ethics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TEMP CHECK: Will this week’s headlines give you a fever or make you freeze? MAIN NEWS: Sami and V define the term ‘Manufactured Consensus’ and how social media has been used to sway popular opinion towards believing that a third party has more support than we think. Not sure how to spot a bot? Make sure to tune in next week for an in depth media literacy lesson. DOWN BALLOT: Our down ballot girlie of the week goes to The Working Families Party, which is going about the third party thing the right way, while striving to build a multiracial party of working people to transform our country. AMER-I-CAN’T: Why is the rent so high? Because corporate landlords are fixing it! Pre-Order Democracy In Retrograde: https://shorturl.at/7xQO2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7:55 TEMP CHECK: Sami and V are back this week to check your temperature on 6 new headlines. Have you ever heard of auto-brewery syndrome? 33:40 MAIN NEWS: After reviewing Trump’s convictions, Sami and V uncover how social media could be the end to elections and how foreign interference poses a significant threat to democratic processes (and also the Olympics). 1:01:30 DOWN BALLOT: Representative Kathy Manning was gerrymandered out of her district, but her bill Right to Contraception Act which will be voted on in the senate tomorrow and if passed will guarantee the right for people to obtain contraceptives. 1:03:07 AMER-I-CAN’T: Two UT Austin professors are suing to win the right to fail students for having an abortion, and to refuse to employ a teaching assistant if they have had an abortion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2:00 Sami and V are joined by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to discuss the impact of New York becoming the first state to create a paid family leave program for prenatal care. 8:00 A $1 billion plan was put forward to overhaul New York state’s mental health system, allocating $1.6 million specifically for maternal mental health initiatives. They discuss what happens when mental health issues and law enforcement interface, and how future plans in New York seek to reduce incidents. 24:00 Looking to flip six New York House seats, Governor Hochul reinforces that voter engagement is crucial in upcoming state races to ensure that our democracy is upheld and life-saving legislation is passed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2:30 TEMP CHECK: New take on Temp Check where we cover 8 wild headlines. Does your fever spike or sink? 25:15 MAIN NEWS: In honor of Memorial Day, they sound the alarm against the treatment of veterans and the proposed changes to veterans’ benefits under Project 2025. But don’t worry, Biden dropped a new fiscal budget with $369 billion for the DoD and VA. 43:00 DOWN BALLOT: Our Down Ballot bestie this week goes to VoteVets.org. Vote Vets elevates the voices of veterans and military families through progressive legislative policies and electoral endorsements that impact the lives of active service members and their families. 44:30 AMER-I-CAN’T: Sami and V air their frustrations with the lack of etiquette around voice notes and the changing nature of communication among the different generations. How do you use voice notes? Let us know at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Representative Colin Allred discusses his vision for a more equitable Texas and his campaign to unseat Ted Cruz, stressing the need for a more engaged and representative leader. Allred shares his journey from being an NFL linebacker to a lawyer and now a representative, driven by a desire to represent all 30 million Texans. Sami and V ask Allred to address looming issues such as the Texas power grid, paternity leave, and the near-total ban on abortion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4:27 TEMP CHECK: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister, and six passengers were found dead at the site of a helicopter crash on Monday, one month before the next election. Was it foul play or an inevitable accident? 20:30 MAIN NEWS: After uncovering the brutality of P. Diddy’s assault on Cassie Ventura and Sami, V exposes the deadly problem of not believing women, the uniquely American “Boyfriend Loophole,” and the need for comprehensive legislation like the Violence Against Women Act. 43:40 DOWN BALLOT: Our down-ballot girlies of the week are the organization Run for Something, community leader Dulce Vasquez, veterans Marche and Marquetta Johnson, and accomplished Afro-Latino organizer Brandon Fletcher Dominguez. 48:07 AMER-I-CAN’T: Sami and V rant about the state of American healthcare highlights the inefficiencies, lack of communication, and disregard for patient care that they recently witnessed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Sami is joined by Sharon McMahon, the author of “The Small and the Mighty,” to share how history can be constructed and verified as accurately as possible. Sharon stresses the importance of local journalism and how it has been the backbone of America’s microcultures. How different generations navigate gathering information, disseminating it, and learning that the best way to be right is to be wrong first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15:55 TEMP CHECK: Vice President Harris spoke at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies’ annual legislative leadership summit and imparted some honest words to the group. 24:30 MAIN NEWS: Sami and V give a rundown of the MANY threats to the 2024 election, from AI and disinformation, to election denial, to voter suppression by Trump’s army of poll-watching volunteers. Plus, what the hell is an incidental election and what are the odds of one happening? 58:07 DOWN BALLOT ERA: Our villain of the week is Judge Scott McAfee, who is presiding over Trump’s Fulton County, Georgia election interference case and is running for reelection. 1:00:00 AMER-I-CAN’T: Senator Katie Britt of Alabama created the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed Act, which proposes to establish an online government database listing agencies and pregnancy care providers, but excluding abortion-related services. It also collects your health and pregnancy information…what could go wrong? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Sami and V are joined by the hosts of Strict Scrutiny to talk about how the Supreme Court’s handling of important cases like Mifepristone and EMTALA raises concerns about standing and the potential impact on reproductive rights. They predict the risks of the Supreme Court undermining federal supremacy over state law as constitutional principle and what the long term ripple effects are. What can we do about it? Sustained public attention and pressure are crucial in influencing the court’s decisions and how democratic political officials should be pushed to take action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12:45 TEMP CHECK: V and Sami take the nation’s temperature after Drew Barrymore’s “Mamala Controversy” and how her interview with Vice President Harris became cringe-worthy and even inappropriate. 29:17 MAIN NEWS: Project 2025 outlines Trump’s policy plans, which aims to consolidate executive authority and implement conservative policies, potentially hinting to an authoritarian government. 50:53 DOWN BALLOT ERA: Our down ballot girlie of the week goes to Caroline Gleich. Caroline has climbed Mt. Everest and is now running for Senate in Utah to fill the seat Mitt Tomney once occupied. 53: 20 AMER-I-CAN’T: Noelia Voight, recently resigned Miss USA, brings attention to mental health concerns and the pressures faced by pageant contestants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samantha Vinograd, senior national security counselor and assistant secretary for counterterrorism and threat prevention at the DHS, joins Sami and V to talk about how the council is approaching Holocaust denialism and the lack of Holocaust education. Lawmakers proposed the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act, which would codify the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism into federal anti-discrimination laws. Samantha discusses antisemitism in the context of the recent campus protests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5:40 TEMP CHECK: V and Sami check the temperature on the Columbia University protest, clarifying the motivation behind the protests and discussing how they’ve expanded nationwide. 25:45 MAIN NEWS: Why does it seem like every headline is about a court case? They highlight the latest developments at SCOTUS, criminal cases, and more… while reflecting on America’s long standing reputation of being one of the most litigious countries in the world and how Americans use the legal system to solve (and cause!) all sorts of problems. 39:55 DOWN BALLOT VILLAIN: This week goes to Eric Hovde, who has released several ageist remarks on Fox Radio while running for U.S. Senate in Wisconsin against Tammy Baldwin. 45:30 AMER-I-CAN’T: Dollar Tree announced that it is closing 600 of its Family Dollar store locations in 2024. V reveals the top three reasons why a Dollar Store may be a detriment to your neighborhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: President Biden signed a bill that will force TikTok’s Chinese parent company to divest from its U.S. operations or face a nationwide ban. V updates us on the details of this bill and the consequences TikTok will face if they do not cooperate. Sami is joined by Jesse Washington, film director of Hip-Hop And The White House, a documentary that examines the relationship between the emergence of hip-hop, how it arose as a result of public policy, and the power of hip hop to make political statements and mobilize audiences. You can stream Hip-Hop And The White House on Hulu today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2:40 TEMP CHECK: Sami and V check the nation’s pulse after Taylor Swift’s double album release and the discourse that followed. 10:00 MAIN NEWS: This week, Maine joined The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC). Under the proposed compact, each state would allocate all its electoral votes to whoever wins the national popular vote for president, regardless of how individual states voted in an election. 21:30 DOWN BALLOT GIRLY OF THE WEEK: Goes to the first South American-born immigrant to serve in Congress, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. Mucarsel-Powell is running for the Florida Senate against current senator Rick Scott who has been a long time fixture in Florida politics. 31:00 OUR DOWN BALLOT VILLAIN OF THE WEEK: Goes to Louis DeJoy and his attempt to privatize the USPS through the “Delivering for America” plan which is a roadmap to destroying rural, indigenous communities that are too small to have private shipping offices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TEMP CHECK: Sami and V discuss the 4B movement which renounces dating men, marriage, sex with men, and having children. It originated in South Korea in 2019 with 4,000 members, but now TikTok has caught wind and amassed over 60K videos with some form of #4B. MAIN NEWS: In the midst of his trial, Donald Trump drops a sneak peek of what we can expect from his desired second term, starting with a brilliant plan to devalue the US dollar on purpose. IN OUR DOWN BALLOT ERA: We are here to shout out the Vote Mama Lobby and a candidate submitted by a listener: Maxi Glamour, who is running to be the first non-binary committee member of the 3rd Ward of St. Louis, MO. AMERICAN’T: To lower its rat population, New York City lawmakers have proposed an ordinance that will provide free and unfettered access to contraception for the city’s rats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re switching/SWISHing it up this week, with our mini-sode today and our main episode out on Thursday, because there is just so much rolling news right now. Today, Sami and V are joined by Kara Swisher, tech journalist, Pivot co-host, co-founder of Recode, and New York Times bestselling author of Burn Book. Her memoir chronicles her decades-long career covering the rise of Silicon Valley, what they’re like up close, how they’ve helped and how they harmed us.Topics: Congress is finally starting to move into action to regulate big tech companies, but will it be effective? A look into why these companies have become too rich and too powerful to regulate properly. Earlier regulation for apps like TikTok could help prevent total bans. Kara emphasizes that despite its popularity, TikTok must adhere to American regulations and values the same as any other broadcast network. The consequence of dominance in the industry by a few huge companies has led to the demise of traditional news outlets and the spread of misinformation. How will news businesses adapt their business models? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The king of subprime car loans, Don Hankey, stepped forward to offer Trump his $175 million bond — but will he even be allowed to pay it? State Attorney General Letitia James is questioning whether Hankey's insurance group, Knight Company, is qualified to issue bonds in New York and that's even if the funds are legitimate. Following the Supreme Court’s mention of the Comstock Act, Sami and V dive deep into 19th century moralist Anthony Comstock, uncovering his motivations for creating the 1873 Comstock Act, and how Republicans are leveraging the act to restrict abortion access. Along the way, we’ll also learn about V’s deep love for the Victorian Age. And, over in Michigan, Representative Elissa Slotkin holds a slender lead over the Trump-supported former Representative Mike Rogers in the state’s contested Senate race. Elissa's campaign has been promoting her “Opportunity Agenda,” which aims to achieve health equity, gun safety in schools, and more funding for child care centers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Republicans call President Biden anti-Catholic because he dared to acknowledge Trans Day of Visibility, which fell on the same day as Easter Sunday Family members of the late labor leader César Chavez tell RFK Jr. to stop using their dad’s likeness for clout. A major dive into Beyonce’s new album Cowboy Carter and its history lessons, plus a legendary (and definitely untold) story from V about Dolly Parton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Sami is joined by Emily Amick to provide an update on Kate Middleton and how the public reacted to the conclusion of the royal conspiracies. V interviews Julie Kay, Executive Director and Co-Founder of The Abortion Coalition of Telemedicine (ACT), on how the Supreme Court is attempting to limit abortion access. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Run For Something’s latest research revealed that 61% of young democrats say they are most likely to turn out to vote if there is a young progressive candidate running. NBC hires Ronna McDaniel as an on-air commentator and faces major backlash. Truth Social has made a surprise IPO on the NASDAQ and its biggest investor is the company founded by TikTok’s savior Jeff Yass, Susquehanna International Group. A deep dive into RFK Jr. and his independent campaign In Our Down Ballot Era: Democratic State Senator Eva Burch reveals in a speech on the Senate floor that she is planning to get an abortion due to her pregnancy being no longer viable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: An overview of Emily Amick’s Substack piece: Kate Middleton & the Conspiratization of Modern Mass Communications Identifying how conspiracies become discredited to cover up truth. Is it malevolence or is it just messiness? Pre-order Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Discussing the rising issue of “Moral Narcissism”. A primer on what’s happening in Haiti Shouting out Democratic candidates that voted against the TikTok ban. The gap in our court system that allows hypothetical court cases to make it to the Supreme Court without consequence. Come back on Thursday for a minisode where V, Sami, and @emilyinyourphone chat about missing Kate Middleton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: After predicting some possible options for TikTok saviors, Kellyanne Conway is beginning to lobby on behalf of TikTok in Congress. Trump posted a $91.6 Million dollar bond on Friday to cover the financial penalty that he owes Jean Carroll. Texas down ballot results for Greg Casar, Jasmine Crockett, and Jessica Cisneros. Florida Representative Anna Paulina Luna has proposed bipartisan legislation in congress that would allow members of congress to vote remotely for six weeks after they give birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Sami and V share their takes on Trump and Biden’s respective popularity following Super Tuesday. The TikTok ban is back on the legislative table and Congress is getting serious about heavy regulatory fines to ban it from app stores. Will TikTok be saved by a buyer? Sami throws out some potential candidates. You can watch the bills consideration and debate LIVE Thursday, March 7, 2024 2:00 P.M. at https://energycommerce.house.gov/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Caitlin Clark is changing sports for a generation The Supremes fall in line to help Donald Trump win the election Unpacking Vice President Kamala Harris’s call for a ceasefire + reactions A Hunter Biden hearing without full frontal nudity An extra thicc and juicy downballot era segment in honor of Super Tuesday, featuring Brian Derrick of Oath, who breaks down why North Carolina really, really, *really* needs to elect a Democratic governor this November Learn more about Oath at Oath.Vote Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s mini-sode V chats with author and journalist, Taylor Lorenz. They detail Taylor’s interview with Chaya Raichik during which she revealed herself as the creator of LibsofTikTok. FULL INTERVIEW Taylor’s Book: Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet Topics: How Taylor came to discover LibsofTikTok creator, Chaya Raichik. The severity of Raichik’s content and the concern of copy cats. The timeliness of Taylor’s book Extremely Online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode includes an exclusive interview with Vice President Kamala Harris, where she reacts to the Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos and the death of Nex Benedict. To jump to the interview, listen at 49:24. Other topics in this show include: Symptom management of late-stage capitalism: why is the internet hiding news from us and why do CEOs want us eating cereal for dinner? Why don’t we know exactly what happened to Nex Benedict? We guide you through the confusing coverage. For the first time *ever* in the United States, someone was convicted for a hate crime for murdering a transgender woman. The Kochs pull their money from Nikki Haley as she enters her delulu era Veepstakes is in full swing – here’s who we *don’t* think Trump will pick A Missouri law prevents pregnany women from divorcing their spouse – which is why MO Rep. Ashley Aune is our downballot girlie of the week V interviews Vice President Kamala Harris about wide-ranging threats to reproductive rights: from how anti-abortion legislation impacts members of the military to fears around IVF accessibility. V and the Vice President also offer words of support to the LGBTQ community following the death of Nex Benedict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another week of nightmare fuel to unpack in today's episode of American Fever Dream, including: Alabama’s Supreme Court rules that frozen embryos should be considered people. Here are the implications for IVF. Where is Ivanka Trump lately? The hottest new wedding venue is decommissioned prisons What we know about the killing of Nex Benedict Why a California conservative is making decisions about Oklahoma school libraries Alexei Navalny’s “sudden death syndrome” Who’s in their downballot era this week? It’s New York State Senator Samra Brouk, whose legislation ensures more women have access to life-saving doula services Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first episode of American Fever Dream, V. Spehar of Under The Desk News fame officially joins the Betches News family in our premiere episode of our signature news and politics podcast dedicated to keeping you responsibly informed, sufficiently amused, and ready to stay engaged for the long haul.This week’s topics include: What’s going on with politics on social media? The Super Bowl political intersections you didn’t see and Nancy Pelosi’s Vegas field trip The race to replace George Santos in Long Island and why we’re in our downballot era this year A shooting at Joel Osteen’s Texas megachurch raises questions about the prosperity gospel Would you let ChatGPT write your performance review? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Betches News (formerly The Betches Sup) is excited to announce the newest podcast from Betches Media: American Fever Dream!  From under the desk to in your ears, V. Spehar joins Betches Media in a new podcast dedicated to curing the collective malaise brought on by our chaotic political environment. Every week, Spehar and co-host Amanda Duberman (news director, Betches) will tenderly guide you through the biggest moments in politics and pop culture with a healing dose of perspective and humor. Rather than spiral over the latest unprecedented event, the hosts dig for the 2024 political tea you *really* want to hear while offering all the information you need to be an empowered citizen, without the side of despair to keep you up at night. Tune in every Tuesday, starting February 13th, 2024 and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this the final episode of Soft Black Woman for 2023, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes your favorite financial hype woman, Berna Anat, to help break down the news. Be sure to subscribe to our new podcast feed so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman in 2024.Co-host: @heyberna, Berna AnatFollow The New Feed: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5JY2EXoszc2MqjuqeLNvxS Apple: https://apple.co/3r8mRjJ Topics: A judge found Trump committed fraud in building his real-estate empire. The WGA Strike is over Taylor Swift’s star power sends Travis Kelce’s jersey sales soaring Drake Fans react to controversial lyrics on Slime You Out *NSYNC returns Colin Kaepernick wants to get back on the field with the New York Jets Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott vowed to end to birthright citizenship Megan Thee Stallion wants you to check on your friends, including the ‘strong’ ones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: GOP primary candidates assemble once again to compete for the smallest L Reflecting on chaotic moments, favorite guests, and lessons learned What’s next for the Betches Sup podcast The Betches Sup podcast will be on hiatus until early 2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: What’s in the “tentative deal” struck by writers and studios? Our writers debrief on the imminent end of one strike while another heats up. What does Kevin McCarthy want more, his job or a functioning government? Did Senator Bob Menendez engage in sweeping corruption, or just leave a little extra cash lying around? Are Men Ok? We deliberate over this cringey comment from the Greek Prime Minister Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes comedian and content creator TaTa Sherise. Be sure to subscribe to our new podcast feed so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman. Co-host: @tatasherise, TaTa Sherise Follow The New Feed: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5JY2EXoszc2MqjuqeLNvxS Apple: https://apple.co/3r8mRjJ Topics: Halle Berry calls out Drake for using a picture of her to promote his new single Maren Morris says she’s quitting country music because of Trump era culture wars A Black Texas student was suspended for his loc hairstyle Jann Wenner (Rolling Stone magazine) made racist and sexist comments while promoting his new book “The Masters” Rihanna and A$AP Rocky introduced their newborn son, Riot Rose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: What we’ve been binge-watching lately How Rupert Murdoch should spend his retirement Why the government spending negotiations are like a disorganized Bachelorette party The Senate changes its dress code. But are some clothes simply too casual for the gravity of governing? Angelica Ross details Emma Roberts’ transphobia on the “American Horror Story” set Milly and Alise share heart-warming and hilarious anecdotes in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Did Lauren Boebert give a handy at the theater? What’s unique about the auto workers’ strike. The Republican governor and VP hopeful accused of having an affair with a Trump aide. Why young voters are putting pressure on Biden to take more radical action on climate change. Drew Barrymore finally changes course and pauses her talk show. A Rolling Stone co-founder makes controversial and ill-informed statements about “inarticulate” women and Black performers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes documentary filmmaker and producer, Isara Krieger to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @isara.krieger, Isara Krieger Follow The New Feed: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5JY2EXoszc2MqjuqeLNvxS Apple: https://apple.co/3r8mRjJ Topics: Soft Black Woman will be taking a break starting September 29th and returning in its own feed in 2024. Isara’s documentary, The Highest Standard follows three students as they make a leap across the education gap. Recapping the MTV Video Music Awards. Dictionary.com adds box braids to its lexicon. Lauren Boebert was escorted out of Beetlejuice after causing a disturbance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: An announcement from Milly and Alise + info about the podcast schedule this year Jen Shah and Elizabeth Holmes are jailhouse besties We’re all confused about why Republicans want to impeach Joe Biden Republicans tried to shame a Virginia candidate for a spicy livestream, but might have committed a crime Lauren Boebert’s eventful evening at the theater Unpacking Drew Barrymore’s decision to resume her talk show and the current status of the WGA/SAG strikes The nation solves an enduring mystery: does Tim Scott have a real girlfriend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Trump hosts a teeny tiny fundraiser to help pay Rudy Giuliani’s legal bills The ongoing effort to identify more than 1,000 9/11 victims Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher’s awful character statements for Danny Masterson, and their even worst response Bryan calls in from Spain to unpack the country’s reaction to Luis Rubialis defiance, and ultimate resignation, after kissing a female player during the World Cup victory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer for the Oakland Roots and Soul Soccer Teams, Edreece Arghandiwal to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @edreece, @oaklandroots, @oaklandsoulsc, Edreece Arghandiwal Topics: Oakland Roots & Soul Sports announces Community Investment round. Spain women’s soccer coach fired after unwanted kiss. Adidas pledges portion of the Yeezy proceeds will be going to fight antisemitism. US Open hosts the first match with two Black men playing against each other. Presidential candidate Ramaswamy makes racist remarks to Rep. Pressley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: An escaped prisoner has this Pennsylvania town on lockdown. The number of abortions performed since Roe was overturned has… increased? We unpack a surprising – yet also completely expected? – report. Why Hunter Biden is being indicted The problematic narrative surrounding Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas’s divorce Are Men Ok? This time, we ask for a Florida man who keeps trying to cross the ocean in a human-sized hamster wheel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The hosts debrief on Labor Day weekend and deliberate what actually marks the “end” of summer What this year’s extreme Burning Man conditions revealed about the new demographics of the counter-culture festival We preview some upcoming political moments will profound state-level impacts that could reshape the 2024 election: the Virginia state legislature could flip, and Democratic governors in these red states could lose out to Republicans Is the government shutting down later this month? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes activist, speaker, and award winning author of The Wake Up, Michelle MiJung Kim to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @michellekimkim, Michelle MiJung Kim Topics: Dylan Mulvaney wins “Breakout Creator” at the Streamy Awards. R. Kelly and Universal must pay over a half a million in music royalties towards victims. Thousands gather to celebrate the 60th anniversary of MLK’s “I Have A Dream” speech. White man fatally shoots 3 Black people in Jacksonville Florida in racist attack. Coco Gauff calls out Chair Umpire then wins match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: What is Samantha Bee’s news diet? How the writers’ strike and lack of late night shows has impacted the way we understand and process political events What it will take to elevate more women in the politics and comedy space How Republicans in Ohio are trying to confuse voters about a pro-reproductive rights constitutional amendment Why is Mitch McConnell the way that he is? We ruminate We play our favorite game: Is this celebrity older or younger than Ron DeSantis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why Ron DeSantis has blood on his hands after the racist massacre in Jacksonville, Florida Trump raised $7.1 million off his mugshot The Spanish soccer head is refusing to resign over kissing a player non-consensually while continuing to make things worse for himself reputationally Unpacking Ronan Farrow’s head-spinning report on Elon Musk’s influence over the federal government… while using ketamine? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes commentator, teacher, and author Adrienne Lawrence to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @adriennelawrence, Adrienne Lawrence Topics: Michael Oher of “The Blind Side” filed a petition accusing the Touhy family of lying. The Spanish football team wins World Cup despite fighting against the RFEF and coaches. New York judge blocks retail marijuana licensing. Texas Woman charged with threatening to kill judge overseeing Trump’s federal election interference case. We welcome both Rihanna and Serena’s baby girls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The message behind the viral anti-politician song used to open the Fox News GOP debate Vivek Ramaswamy made a huge impression during the first debate. But was it a good one? Nikki Haley’s strong performance and Mike Pence’s surprising moments of… good improv? Donald Trump’s incredibly weird interview with Tucker Carlson that covered everything from Jeffrey Epstein to Joe Biden’s legs Looking ahead to the next phase of the 2024 election This episode was co-hosted by Grace Weinstein (IG: @grayyy), who hosts and produces “WTF, America?” on Snapchat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Spain wins the women’s World Cup against a backdrop many women will recognize (a problematic boss with institutional support) Who we’d put money on to win this week’s GOP debate The World Chess Federation bans transwomen from competing for… why exactly? Are Men Ok? Asking for the judge who wants to outlaw abortion because people like looking at babies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Jenneh Rishe, founder of the Endo Co. and author of Part of You, Not All of You, to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @lifeabove_illness, Jenneh Rishe Topics: Jenneh’s journey to creating Endo Co. Sharing how being a Black woman affected her diagnosis The biggest myths about endometriosis. Advice for people with uteruses on how they can advocate for their health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Who will be part of Trump’s jury in Georgia? How influencers are introducing women to the conservative agenda through anti-birth control misinformation The sneaky ways people like Peter Thiel and Ben Shapiro are pulling millennial and Gen Z women toward the far-right movement The disingenuous feminism of the “Trad Wife” nostalgia This episode was guest hosted by Ginny Hogan (IG: @ginnyhogan_ ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: What to know about Fani Willis, the Georgia DA about to indict Donald Trump The cringiest moments from Republican Coachella Has Vivek Ramaswamy dethroned Ron DeSantis as the 2024 alternative to Trump Are Men OK? We unpack an important update in the Zuckerberg-Musk cage fight that never was Plus, Amanda Zurawski (@aceiswild) returns with updates about her lawsuit against the state of Texas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Kelsey Lindell, founder and CEO of Misfit Media, to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @kelsey_lindell, Kelsey Lindell Topics: Three white men charged with assault after Montgomery Riverfront Brawl. Lizzo’s response to the allegations made against her. A new lawsuit targets Fashion diversity efforts. Texas A&M reaches $1 million settlement with Black journalism professor Simone Biles returns to gymnastics and wins 2023 U.S. Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The Montgomery Brawl was everything everywhere all at once What Joe Biden should learn from this week’s reproductive rights-related election in Ohio Can Dems keep the Senate in 2024? We look at the map and discuss the most anticipated races What the girly pop economy of summer 2023 (Eras, Renaissance, Barbie) tells us about the state of feminism Tory Lanez gets 10 years in prison for shooting Megan The Stallion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re joined by Karine Jean-Pierre, White House Press Secretary Topics: The first time she met President Biden (while working for President Obama)! The moment she learned she would be the next White House Press Secretary What are the most fun days to work at the White House? Her proudest moments of the Biden Administration (so far) Her go-to wind-down routine after a particularly eventful press conference Why she wants to advise Milly on her dating life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Dominique Fluker, Essence’s contributing lifestyle editor and writer of the viral article: Living The #SoftLife: Here’s Why Black Women Are Rejecting The Harmful “Strong Black Woman” Trope. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @dominiquebfluker, Dominique Fluker Topics: The story behind Dominique’s journey to writing about the #SoftLife. How the soft life isn’t one size fits all. The Barriers to the soft life. 3 ways to tap into the soft life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is single. Where should he mingle? How likely is it that Trump will serve prison time? And can he serve as president from jail? Here’s what it might look like. Lizzo is accused of workplace harassment but denies any wrongdoing. We unpack the complicated nature of the allegations. Claire Watkins, staff writer with @justwomenssports, analyzes the Women's World Cup so far and why people are worried about the USWNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The shocking reason a Georgia city council member accused her Vietnamese American colleague of being “un-American” and “failing” as a citizen A Republican congressman absolutely loses his shit on a group of teenage Senate pages. Which two congressmen had a bathroom altercation about whether one of them is a “pussy?" Finally, we’ve all seen “Barbie” and offer our highs and lows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Betches SUP co-host Milly Tamarez to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-host: @milly_tamarez, Milly TamarezTopics: After watching the Barbie movie, Dr. Cadet and Milly chat about their takeaways. VP Harris delivers speech in Florida after school curriculum on slavery draws outrage. President Biden established a national monument honoring Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley. School board in Missouri revokes anti-racism resolution placed in 2020. President Barbie, Issa Rae, opens up about her insecurities staring in the Barbie movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: How we’re handling this summer of record-breaking temperatures Reacting to the wildest moments from the House Oversight Committee hearing on potential extra-terrestrial life Do we think there are aliens? We take the question as far as it goes. What to expect if another Trump indictment drops this week Why Rudy Giuliani is back in the news Are Men OK? No, we mean it, is Mitch McConnell physically ok? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: “Barbie” wasn’t made for men – and they aren't handling it well! Unpacking the most unhinged reactions to a record-breaking weekend in cinema Vice President Kamala Harris makes a mid-summer visit to Florida – and we can’t get enough Jillian Curwin joins to discuss problematic depictions of little people in media, from the “Wonka” trailer to “Snow White’s” misguided attempt to reimagine the seven dwarfs Read Jillian’s article Little People Have A Big Problem With Hollywood at the link belowhttps://betches.com/willy-wonka-snow-white-dwarfism-representation/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Nell Diamond, founder and CEO of Hill House, to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Topics: An update on the SAG-AFTRA strike and how the rules apply to non writers and actors. Carlee Russell’s case: What happened and how people are responding to the spreading rumors. Texas A&M interim dean resigns after university backtracks on hiring. 2019 Women’s World Cup champion Crystal Dunn returns to training 112 after the birth of her son. Jason Aldean releases the most contemptible song and music video (of all time?), “Small Town”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: FIFA moves the Women’s World Cup to bigger stadiums in response to record-breaking ticket demand Trump indictment watch resumes! Can the Former Guy effectively run for president in between the 4-6 trials he’ll have next year? Is “Barbie” too ruined by corporatization to be subversive? We have faith in Greta Gerwig. Are Men OK? Featuring mass shooting survivor Jason Aldean Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ilana Glazer and Glennis Meagher, co-founders of Generator Collective, join to discuss how massively influential young voters can stay engaged with politics in a positive way while far-right politicians insist on hateful culture wars. Learn more at @generatorcollectiveOther topics: The Iowa caucuses are only six months away. But we just got a disturbing preview. Ilana Glazer introduced much of the internet to this shocking revelation about Ron DeSantis. Are DEI programs standing in the way of military victories? These members of Congress seem to think so. Are Men OK? Featuring Tommy Tuberville, who’s giving a PR spin to white supremacy while putting national security at risk. Just *how villainous* are the executives opposing a fair contract for writers and actors? Why Generator Collective wants you to “microdose democracy” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the second episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes Cameron Oaks Rogers, host of the Freckled Foodie podcast, to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they're prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don't miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday. Co-Host: @FreckledFoodie, Cameron Oaks Rogers Topics: FDA approved first over-the-counter birth control pill. Keke Palmer and Gabrielle Union respond to controversy over being hot moms. Sha’Carri Richardson removes wig and wins the 100m in US Championship. Trump attempts to delay the start of classified documents trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Humans have officially entered a new era, according to this Canadian lake The drugs-in-the-White House-saga comes to a disappointing conclusion An actor breaks down what led to the SAG strike and when your favorite shows will start to dry up  How worried should we be about Joe Manchin and the “No Labels” party? Kim Reynolds, gender traitor, oversees a ban on abortion in Iowa Are Men Ok? Featuring a Congressman banned from Wikipedia and a GOP candidate taking desperate measures to get to the debate stage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Which YouTuber is marketing a highly caffeinated beverage to children? Jonah Hill isn’t the first man to weaponize the language of therapy against their romantic partner. When is it acceptable – if not important – to publicly share private text messages? Leah Litman and Melissa Murray of our fave podcast “Strict Scrutiny” stop by to help us process a dizzying Supreme Court term, psychoanalyze Brett Kavanaugh, identify the pettiest Supreme Court justice, and share the push notification they’d share to every American’s phone. Let’s get back on those voicemails! Call (212) 287-5244‬ with questions, anecdotes, local tea, and any and all musings you want to hear us react to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first episode of Soft Black Woman, presented by the Betches Sup. Every Friday, host Dr. Akilah Cadet unpacks trending news and what’s in the zeitgeist from a BIPOC perspective, inviting her smartest friends and amazing thinkers to discuss all things lifestyle + culture while sharing how they prioritize rest and joy in a world that constantly demands vigilance. Everyone is welcome to the “Soft Black Woman” club.Co-Host: Blair ImaniTopics: Threads (Meta) Landmark Supreme Court decisions Jill Scott’s National Anthem performance Cori Bush v. MTG Tracy Chapman makes history Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Earth reaches its hottest temperature in recorded history. Why the internet needs a common text-based app. Will Threads be it? A new study shows there’s no good age to be a woman at work + how ageism impacts us throughout the decades Aubrey O’Day reveals an anecdote involving Don Jr and a gay club on Michael Cohen’s podcast Are Men Ok? The answer this week is: Yes! Why Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is our king Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The hosts are back to react to last week’s dizzying cascade of upsetting legal news! Behind the long and petty battle to outlaw affirmative action in colleges and universities Untangling the mysterious origins of the homophobic website designer case that just reversed protections for LGBTQ Americans Biden’s student loan hail mary. Better to try and fail to cancel student loans than never to have tried at all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-hosted by Jordan Zaslow, the founder and executive director of Her Bold Move (@herboldmove) Reacting to Vice President Kamala Harris’s speech on abortion rights What’s STILL missing from the repro rights conversation one year after Dobbs Why don’t more women run for office? Hint: sexism is brutal. How speaking frankly about sexism in electoral politics can actually help launch more women into powerful positions The best ways to support your favorite up-and-coming politicians (Spoiler alert: going viral doesn’t do much) What we can do today to get more women elected in November 2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why the nation is transfixed by the avoidable tragedy of the OceanGate submersible The latest Supreme Court justice to exchange judicial favors for luxury vacations Unpacking a shocking display of men who are not okay this week, from vaccine scientists harassed by Joe Rogan to Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg agreeing to a “cage fight.” What is the nature of the abortion rights movement one year after the Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade? Amanda Zurawski, a woman in Texas suing the state after nearly losing her life as a result of its abortion ban, details the aftermath of her life-threatening pregnancy loss and jumping into advocacy 10 days later. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode includes a huge announcement about the future of this podcast feed!Topics: The corporatization of Juneteenth and looking back on the ill-advised “Juneteenth ice cream” Unpacking – word for word – what it means to dismantle white supremacy Why is *real* intersectionality still missing from so much of the pop culture discourse? Our solve to that problem: Introducing “Soft Black Woman,” a new podcast by the Betches Sup and hosted by Dr. Cadet debuting in this feed on July 7! Every week in the Sup feed, Dr. Cadet will unpack big moments in news and media and invite amazing guests to discuss all things lifestyle + culture while sharing how they prioritize rest and joy in a world that constantly demands vigilance. Rest can be radical – so welcome to the “Soft Black Woman” club! Watch this space for the first episode premiering July 7 and follow Dr. Cadet on social at @ changecadet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Ticketmaster will offer up-front pricing at more than 200 venues and festivals as part of Joe Biden’s plan to curb hidden fees. Miami Mayor Frances Suarez announced he’s running in the republican primary, aiming to become the first sitting mayor ever elected president. On Tuesday trump pled not guilty to 37 counts in federal court. Bill DeBlasio finally talked about dropping (and killing) the groundhog on Groundhog Day in 2014. Then they listen to a Voicemail about Rosa Delauro and a possible tattoo. Our voicemails are open! Keep us flush with your political questions, anecdotes, local tea, and more by calling (212) 287-5244‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The new law, set to go into effect July 1, cracks down on immigration. Trump has been indicted by a grand jury in the Department of Justice regarding his mishandling of classified documents. Letitia James sued the anti-abortion group Red Rose Rescue. Fox News sent Tucker Carlson a cease and desist letter over his Twitter show which launched last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TOPICS: The first time Alex saw himself represented in media (“Boys Don’t Cry”) The problem of over vs. underrepresentation of trans people in film and TV Unpacking the right-wing fixation on LGBTQ young people Revisiting the 2021 documentary “Changing The Game,” which follows transgender teens navigating life and athletics in towns across the country Getting all the tea on “Chasing Chasing Amy,” a film directed by Sav Rogers and produced by Alex Schmider that revisits the iconic ‘90s film about a lesbian who falls for Ben Affleck Alex Schmider is the director of transgender representation at GLAAD and an award-nominated filmmaker. Follow him on social media at @anderfinn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why the smokey skies in New York sent such a chilling message Trump indictment watch: the classified documents scandal may be about to explode Pat Robertson, who infused the Republican party with fundamentalist Christianity, dies at 93 Reacting to a new documentary exposing the abuses and political influence of the Duggar family The couple coordinating to outlaw abortion in Florida Another Would You Rather? involving the Roy family and Tom and Raquel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Could Democrats sabotage their edge with young voters? Mike Pence’s daily affirmations Why we need to take Nikki Haley’s “feminist” presidential campaign very, very seriously Greg Abbott’s unfortunately productive weekend Trump ruined their lives. Now they’re writing a romance novel together. Unpacking Taylor Swift’s Pride remarks Our voicemails are open! Keep us flush with your political questions, anecdotes, local tea, and more by calling (212) 287-5244‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich white men and the newspapers they buy to feed their own egos… name a more iconic duo. But what’s different about this generation of wealthy media moguls? In honor of the end of HBO's Succession, and in the wake of VICE Media declaring bankruptcy, what better time to examine the individuals who are getting rich off their media empires... and killing journalism in the proess. In this throwback episode of EXTRA EXTRA from October, 2022, Sami Sage takes us on a tour of the many publishing-billionaires in power today and the media properties they wield to further their own agendas. From traditional publications like the New York Times and Washington Post, to new digital behemoths like Facebook and Google, she tells us why media consolidation among the elites poses a threat to journalism as we know it. Check out Morning Announcements ever weekday, and keep an eye out for more EXTRA EXTRA episodes to come! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: A quick debrief on the season finales of “Succession” and “Ted Lasso” How the debt ceiling negotiations will impact the 2024 election, and the provisions actually worth worrying about Joe Manchin’s sneaky victory Pride in a year of escalating transphobia Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is impeached for a Scandoval-level melodrama involving extramarital affairs and abuse of power Are Men OK? Featuring proud new dads Al Pacino and Robert De Niro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We dove deep into the voicemails to play your dispatches and queries from across red states and blue, including: Is it safe for your trans partner to attend a wedding in Florida? Why are liberals in New England being weird about abortion? Why do kids accept gender fluidity easily while adults throw tantrums? And a… piercing follow-up to an “Are Men OK?” favorite you will not want to miss. Call us! Leave us a voicemail at (212) 287-5244‬ to join the group chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus interview, Amanda is joined by Annie Wu Henry, creative director of the AAPI Victory Fund and all-around social media wunderkind. The two catch up on Annie’s whirlwind six months since helping secure victory for now-Senator John Fetterman. They also unpack the response to Joe Biden’s campaign announcement among young progressives, and warn against getting too caught up in the party figurehead. Finally, Annie shares her priorities and focus as the new creative director for the AAPI Victory Fund Follow Annie at @annie_wu_22 and AAPI Victory Fund at @aapivictoryfund Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Ron DeSantis makes his clumsy entrance into the 2024 race. Will his glitchy start impact his campaign success? What was *substantively* important about his announcement? Did Lauren Boebert accidentally make a good point? For once, an extremely *low stakes* game of “Are Men OK?” involving the most controversial sneakers on Capitol Hill Our voicemails are in chaos over the Ice Spice/Taylor Swift song amid the Matty Healey of it all. We give our (dueling) takes on the origins of the collab. Then, Amanda is joined by Leah Stavenhagen and Sunny Brauss, members of the community Her ALS Story, a group of women diagnosed with ALS before their 35th birthday who are challenging the stereotype that ALS is an old white man’s disease. Learn more about Her ALS Story at @heralsstory and support their Warrior Weekend retreat by visiting https://www.gofundme.com/f/warriorweekend2023 Call us! Leave us a voicemail at (212) 287-5244‬ to join the group chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Rep. Jasmine Crockett joins after her viral House Oversight Committee statement calling out GOP hypocrisy on violence in America Here are all the Republicans who are about to enter the 2024 presidential race. (Chris Christie.. .what are you doing here?) Ron DeSantis is creating a state that no Floridian actually wants Unpacking Taylor Swift’s…. interesting choices in romantic partners as she declines to speak out on feminist or LGBTQ issues Call us with your messages! Share a local story, ask us a question, or pose an impossible Would You Rather by calling ‪(212) 287-5244‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lauren Boebert is getting divorced. Meet Rifle, Colorado’s newest eligible bachelor Why the writer’s strike may not be ending any time soon — and the actors are ready to join them Josh Hawley writes a searing op-ed blaming the left for a crisis of masculinity. We simply have to ask… are men OK? An amazing Listener Town Hall featuring the premiere of Bad Girls Club: Michigan GOP edition An interview with Sup fave Chasten Buttigieg about attacks on LGBTQ rights, parenthood, and rewriting his memoir “I Have Something To Tell You” for young adults LISTENER TOWN HALL will now run every Thursday! Call ‪(212) 287-5244‬ to leave us a message you know we’ll want to hear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why are 2,400 Kyles gathering in Texas? The latest non-boring updates on the debt limit Vice Media files for bankruptcy as other once-trendy outlets falter. How did the media landscape change so dramatically, so fast? People have thoughts about Joe Biden’s Howard University commencement speech. Colleen Putzel-Kavanaugh joins from the Migration Policy Institute to unpack the changes at the US-Mexico border after the end of Title 42, and how policymakers should approach desperately needed immigration reform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Extra Extra, Sami Sage looks to the “scaled back” coronation of King Charles to unravel the broader financial web supporting the royal family. Which ancient arrangements and stolen assets keep the royal family’s checkbook balanced? How many billions is King Charles worth? In this crossover episode of Extra Extra by Sami Sage, we look for the source of the royal family’s wealth and the colonial origins of the “crown jewels.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Featuring guest host Grace Weinstein, who hosts “WTF, America?” for The Recount on Snapchat Topics: The George Santos indictment E Jean Carroll’s triumphant day in court Trump’s nightmarish town hall on CNN Is over-the-counter birth control about to become a reality? A looming abortion ban in North Carolina – and the gender traitor who let it happen Would you rather: Start of summer edition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why did this outlet feel the need to publish a bizarrely glowing profile of Elizabeth Holmes? A shooting in Texas and an avoidable subway killing A looming immigration crisis Are Men Ok? Coronation edition LISTENER TOWN HALL will now run every Thursday! Call ‪(212) 287-5244‬ to leave us a message you know we’ll want to hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Donald Trump takes a shocking lead in a potential match-up with Ron DeSantis Is it irresponsible of CNN to host a town hall with Donald Trump? Clarence Thomas adds a new scam to the trophy case Should you have a bachelor’s degree to work in Congress? This member is removing the requirement Our first ever “Are Men OK” in which our subject does – miraculously – appear to be OK We’ve officially introduced Listener Town Hall! Want to leave us a voicemail? Call ‪(212) 287-5244‬. Your message may be played on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Rating this year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner on a scale of Obama mic drop to George W. Bush cringe. Republicans change the nature of their anti-trans approach ahead of 2024. These are the talking points and policies we’re especially nervous about How an increasingly likely writer’s strike will impact your favorite TV shows and why studios really ought to pay up Our first edition of Listener Town Hall featuring your comments on Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ misguided participation in that “Real Woman Of Politics” ad and why Republicans in Congress manage not to marginalized their LGBTQ colleagues Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Reacting to Joe Biden’s presidential announcement. Is the benefit of incumbency worth four more stale, white years?  Unpacking the fallout from Tucker Carlson’s firing and Abby Grossberg’s lawsuit against Fox News. Why are they so obsessed with older women in bathing suits?  Reacting to the highly confusing “Real Women Of Politics” ad. What is the state of political parody in 2023? Featuring guest host Missy Modell (@missymodell), host of the podcast Sorry For Apologizing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Fox and Tucker Carlson abruptly part ways. What led to the break-up everyone’s talking about? Waxing Nostalgia about Bed, Bath, & Beyond We need to talk about how Kyrsten Sinema is spending her campaign donations – a $8,000 hotel room in Boston? Rewire News Group’s Jessica Mason Pieklo and Garnet Henderson join to explain the Supreme Court’s move to pause court-mandated restrictions on mifepristone. They also explain how this case signals the anti-abortion movement’s latest strategy: going after the mail. We’ve launched a new segment called LISTENER TOWN HALL, where we’re inviting listeners to share their most pressing comments and queries for the hosts. Listen to today’s episode for a great example, and call (212) 287-5244 to leave us your voicemails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Ron DeSantis was on a book tour in New Hampshire while his constituents were underwater. Is he actually hurting his chances at the Republican nomination by ignoring Floridians to win it? A series of young people are shot in quick succession. We know Americans are armed, but why are they so scared and trigger happy? We have our suspicions.  What’s next after the Supreme Court’s delay on abortion pill restrictions Do growing calls for Dianne Feinstein’s resignation have a tinge of sexism? Probably not… but here’s how they could. CALL US! Got a question, anecdote, or light-hearted comment to share? Need to vent about a local politician who’s the worst? Have a pop culture or politics story you want our take on? Leave us a voicemail! We’re launching Listener Town Hall, a weekly segment where we read and react to your voicemails. Call ‪(212) 287-5244‬ and leave a brief voicemail (under 30 seconds, please) and we might feature it on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why was the highly anticipated defamation trial against Fox postponed? We speculate what’s going on behind the scenes, and how the outcome of this historic lawsuit could impact the political landscape Republican presidential candidates spend decades promising to undo abortion rights. Why are they suddenly so quiet? Are women especially great at running companies, or are men just really bad it at? Erin Ryan, host of “Hysteria” and author of the newsletter “Just Enjoy It While You Can,” joins as a guest host Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Which investigation brought Trump back to NYC this week? Judges tell on themselves by letting huge portions of the mifepristone ruling stand Republicans in Missouri propose defunding libraries to… retaliate against librarians? Our favorite insights from a Vanity Fair report about Rupert Murdoch, including the email he sent to notify his wife of a divorce and whose forbidden from talking to Succession writers.  Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: What happens now that the Tennessee legislature expelled Justin Jones and Justin J. Pearson, plus a shocking question about the Speaker of the House who made it happen When will we know the fate of medication abortion? The confusion is part of the point The most absurd revelations about Clarence Thomas and his luxury vacation habits Are Men OK? Why Bud Light probably isn’t too bothered by Kid Rock shooting up their six packs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Debriefing on a quick and unsatisfying first time (to watch Trump get arrested) Wisconsin proves abortion wins elections. Some Republicans are catching on. An upsetting edition of women’s rights and women’s wrongs, featuring a North Carolina gender traitor who’s switching parties and could help outlaw abortion in NC Toasting two millennial female world leaders who both stepped down this week: Sanna Marin and Jacinda Ardern Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: MTG is on her way to NYC. Where would we send the Georgia representative if she asked us for directions? The latest in preparations for Trump’s arraignment this week Celebrating an historic and electrifying NCAA women’s basketball tournament Analyzing the double-standard in how spectators react to players’ behavior Should women’s sports coverage be sanitized of tension and rivalries? Or is it good for their growth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a full circle moment Sami and Alise react to the news that Donald Trump has been indicted by a grand jury in Manhattan over a hush money payment made to Stormy Daniels. Yup, they got him with the case that started the Betches Sup podcast. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Addressing Monday’s tragedy in Nashville, what Republicans won’t do about it, and what it means for teachers Comedian Zach Zimmerman joins to talk about his new book “Is It Hot In Here? Or Am I Suffering For All Eternity for The Sins I’ve Committed on Earth.” How does he handle talking politics with his conservative family, let alone writing about them? Plus, that time a lady stole fancy chocolate from his bag. Republi-Can You Not lie about Bernie’s wealth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Is the ski collision trial of the century actually the Gwynessaince? We discuss why the Utah courtroom has transfixed a nation. Utah passes sweeping social media restrictions for kids that would allow parents to monitor accounts, including private messages. This is… not the regulation flex we were looking for. V Spehar of Under The Desk News shares insights from the TikTok congressional hearing after being seated right behind CEO Shou Chew, explaining the unintended consequences of cutting off 150 million users from other parts of the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why hasn’t Trump been arrested yet? We read between the lines. Tiktok’s CEO makes the case against a ban in the US. What actually makes the app more dangerous than other platforms? (It’s not the issue getting the most attention.) Ron DeSantis was always going to expand his “Don’t Say Gay” rules Are Men OK? We check in on a US representative who seems a little *too* worked up about plant-based milks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why does Donald Trump think he’s getting arrested tomorrow? How a Trump indictment could impact the 2024 Republican primary NPR’s Ari Shapiro joins to peel back the curtain on his new memoir “The Best Strangers In The World,” which chronicles his career in journalism and live performance (IYKYK). He reflects on the anti-LGBTQ sentiment he witnessed as a teen in Oregon, his long career of reporting across the globe, his many creative iterations including as a singer for Pink Martini, and of course, his favorite JLO movie. Pick up “The Best Strangers in the World” wherever books are sold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Would the US government actually ban TikTok? How Ronald Reagan killed Ms. Pat’s dog A series of women’s rights and women’s wrongs, starting with the UN head’s claim it will take 300 years to achieve gender equality Is a statue for the unborn coming to the Arkansas capitol? Unpacking accusations of “wokeness” around Silicon Valley Bank as we revisit the query: Are Men OK? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The group chat debriefs on the 2023 Oscars: Michelle Yeoh triumphs, Jamie Lee Curtis has a controversial win, the Academy rewards fatphobia, and Ozempic gets a lifetime achievement award The pandemic began exactly three years ago. Who were we in 2020, and who are we in 2023? We discuss collectively + personally Why we’re frustrated by the Silicon Valley Bank rescue Politicians did stand up at an exclusive dinner this weekend. We rate their jokes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Why is our International Women’s Day hangover so brutal this year? The aftermath of Walgreens’ bizarre pledge to deny abortion medication to patients in states where it’s legal. Why did the move prompt such a reaction, and are other pharmacies really the heroes? Sarah Huckabee Sanders weakens child labor laws in Arkansas Women thriving this week: From single women who’ve overtaken their married peers and the woman who could singlehandedly ban TikTok in the US to Anna Wintour’s upcoming veto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: On the demise of one of America’s most high profile couples: Kellyanne and George Conway (Ok, Tom and Ariana too) Has CPAC lost all of its far-right influencer cred? President Biden pisses off his besties over D.C. criminal reforms. Why can’t Democrats ever stick the landing messaging around crime? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Joe and Jill Biden caused a political scandal by ordering the same rigatoni dish at D.C. restaurant. Was this egregious behavior? Will the Supreme Court block Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan? And will young people blame Biden if they do? We look ahead to the decision and potential aftermath Bringing in women’s history month with a roundup of women who, despite it all, managed to thrive this week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Describing our weekends in headline format Ron DeSantis and Florida Republicans move to ban college minors in gender studies Tennessee prepares to enact the nation’s first drag ban… and Nashville would like a word New criminal sentences for R. Kelly and Harvey Weinstein. We reflect on five years since Me Too. What fundamental changes have stuck, and what inequities remain? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: Which Republican politician was banned from Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz’s wedding? Plus, untangling the family’s lawsuit against their wedding planner Unpacking the fallout after the Dominion Voting System’s lawsuit against Fox revealed pundits admitting their election fraud claims were false Don Lemon will receive “formal training” after sexist remarks about women in their “prime” Is it ever appropriate to talk about age and politics? Yes, and here’s why Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Jon Laster joins to share the origins of Blapp, an app that helps you shop Black-owned businesses for all the things you already need What exactly did Tiger Woods think was so hilarious about handing a tampon to his opponent? What to know about Section 230 and the Supreme Court case that could change the future of the internet Download the Blapp app wherever you buy apps! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts open with a breaking Republi-can you not related to a grand jury report about Trump’s Georgia election interference A new CDC report details a shocking wave of trauma and sadness among teen girls. We reflect on how ever-present social media might have impacted us as teens. An open letter criticizes the New York Times’ coverage of trans issues a day before it publishes an op-ed “In Defense Of J.K. Rowling.” Why are men having mega meltdowns over child-free women just vibing? We discuss how the hysteria tracks with global trends around marriage and childbearing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, & Keisha Toussaint Topics: Unpacking Rihanna’s revelatory Super Bowl performance meets pregnancy announcement Why were men not currently creating new life underwhelmed by her performance? How Black mothers saw themselves represented in Rihanna’s halftime show Residents of East Palestine, Ohio return to grizzly scenes with little information about long-term environmental damage Providers are preparing for a nationwide ban on medication abortion. Today’s Republi-Can you not: Why does Nikki Haley think anyone wants her to be president? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise, Sami Topics: What the White House hoped to achieve with its State of the Union speech Unpacking the most impactful moments of President Biden’s triumphant address Why did abortion only get four sentences? Reacting to the best scenery – from a strange smooch to Mitt Romney’s lecture to “a sick puppy” Trump doubles-down on torturing Ron DeSantis, forecasting a messy primary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Where were you when Joe Biden personally shot a spy balloon out of the sky? Unpacking why an inflated espionage device became a social media sensation Will Joe Biden say abortion at this year’s State of the Union? Here’s what else we’ll be watching for ahead his potential 2024 re-election campaign Marjorie Taylor Greene, performance arts critic, reacts to the Grammys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Tom Brady enters his Fox era Republi-can you not? Ron DeSantis and his increasingly draconian measures to erase everyone but straight cishet whites from the Florida education system Diving deep into another disturbing headline out of Florida schools: the requirement and storage of teenagers’ menstrual data. Introducing our new segment: Are Men OK? This week, we investigate why Joe Rogan listeners are flocking to the bottom of the east river Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: The hosts share an update about the podcast schedule and format What the murder of Tyre Nichols forces us to realize about policing in America Unpacking an Oscars micro-scandal What will it mean if “thin is in” once again? Is body positivity here to say, or did the beauty ideal just go easy for a few years? Read “Op-Ed: Body positivity has boomed. But thinness never went away” by Samhita Mukhopadhyay in the LA Times www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2023-01-17/thin-models-fat-phobia-body-acceptance-inclusivity-kardashians-feminism Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Pope Francis is cool with celibate gays Trump is invited back on Facebook An Idaho Republican lawmaker apologizes for comparing women to cows (but there’s a plot twist) Reacting to the highs and lows of this year’s Oscar nominations The story of the woman who concealed her Asian descent and was nominated for an Oscar 87 years ago What’s really in the AP African American studies class that Ron DeSantis banned from Florida? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: What would we invite the FBI over to help us find? Reacting to and contextualizing the classified documents found at Pence’s house. Rep. Ruben Gallego announces a 2024 Senate run against Kyrsten Sinema in Arizona, setting up a potential three-way general election in a toss-up state. We unpack the messiness. Looking closely at the bright light we’ve been avoiding (the 2024 Senate map) Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Annie Wu HenryTopics: Amanda and Milly debrief on M&M’s announcement to abandon its politically polarizing spokescandies Rating the sexiness of animated male corporate mascots Annie Wu Henry, digital strategist and former social media producer for John Fetterman, joins to share her iconic year that began with quitting her job and ending with a victorious senatorial campaign. How she used memes and humor to make distinctions between Dr. Oz and Dr. Fetterman On overcoming imposter syndrome and what’s actually exciting about politics right now Follow Annie at @annie_wu_22 on Instagram Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Alise Topics: Joe Biden invites the FBI over for a 13-hour search of his Delaware home. Would we rather be the agents searching Mar-a-Lago, or Joe’s house? Updates regarding the mass shooting that killed 10 in Monterey Park – the nation’s 33rd mass shooting in 22 days Why all eyes are on Wisconsin as Roe reaches it’s 50th anniversary A surprise new documentary about Brett Kavanaugh asks if the FBI did enough to investigate claims of sexual assault Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, and Alise Topics: Alec Baldwin and crew members on “Rust” are charged with involuntary manslaughter. How might this change incentives for filmmakers who cut corners? George Santos’ other life as a drag performer in Brazil. How far will his denials go? Jacinda Ardern announces her resignation and we reflect on how she embodied a new kind of empowered feminism, and why more politicians should step down when they’re tired Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: A failed Republican candidate for state government orchestrated shootings at Democrats’ houses. No one died, but we explain the real tragedy. Why people are mad about Governor Kathy Hochul’s controversial judge nomination in New York Why is Eric Adams at the border wall? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly Topics: Weekend catch-up and empty Republican statements on MLK Day Reflecting on the depictions of colonization in “Avatar: The Way Of Water” as the film nears $2 billion in global earnings Unpacking James Camerons’ 2009 comments that Native American tribes could have “fought harder” to resist What to know about this week’s debt ceiling showdown and the unusual ways Biden can get around it Can Janet Yellin mint a $2 trillion coin? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Lizz Winstead, co-creator of “The Daily Show,” Abortion Access Front, and Feminist Buzzkills Live! podcast Topics: Republicans are on a mission to rescue the nation’s most vulnerable kitchen appliance Abortion Access Front’s revolutionary approach to expanding reproductive justice How keeping track of abortion extremists led them to expose January 6 insurrectionists The deep cruelty of the House GOP’s first anti-abortion rights legislation Missouri spends its first day of government discussing… what?! Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Sarah Huckabee Sanders’s bizarre first order of business as Governor of Arkansas How “Mike’s” are running Congress Gwen Stefani gives a painful interview to Allure identifying as Japanese The popularity of Black hair products among white women raises questions about appreciating a product vs. restricting access for those it was made for Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin, Sami Topics: Jim Jordan’s fulls his anti-FBI fantasy with an alarming new House subcommittee Reacting to the timing of Rep. Katie Porter’s announcement for Senate How to explain why Joe Biden’s classified document’s issue is not the same as Trump’s Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Nelini Stamp Topics: The latest investigations into George Santos’ latest scams. Is the clock ticking on his time in Congress? Unpacking Republicans’ new employee handbook Why is Marjorie Taylor Greene choosing now to distance herself from QANON? Reacting to a real housewife’s six-year prison sentence The early 2023 elections to watch Nelini Stamp is the national director of strategy for the Working Families Party Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Alise Topics: Recapping the final, explosive day of voting for the Speaker of the House on Congress How close were grown men from *really* coming to blows? How voters will react to the GOP’s botched first week on the job Prince Harry’s memoir: radical transparency, or oversharing? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Why it’s so emotionally gratifying to watch a prolonged Republican humiliation Discussing the fate of the House Speakership as we watch Kevin McCarthy lose his seventh vote Unpacking the intense fight between Prince Harry and his brother William. Plus, our reactions to the Meghan and Harry documentary. Then, Congressman Jimmy Gomez joins with his fourth-month-old son Hodge to share being a new dad in Congress, when parenting schedules go awry, and how this week’s events highlight the contrast between the parties. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin, Sami Topics: Reacting to the many rounds of historic humiliation for Kevin McCarthy and why his dream of Speaker of the House is very likely doomed What the disarray signals about the next two years of GOP House “leadership” Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: How holiday travel horrors revealed a broken system George Santos’ quicksand box of lies Andrew Tate’s misogyny is even darker in practice How Did Kevin McCarthy end up in this position? Senator Patty Murray joins to discuss her history-making day becoming the first woman in US history to become Senate president pro tempore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: In this holiday-themed episode, the hosts reflect on our main characters of 2022 and who makes the naughty vs nice list. They deliberate what counts as “naughty” behavior in a political context and make some ultimate conclusions that might surprise you. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics: Which politicians would we transfer our holiday party hangovers to? What to expect as Congress works on a spending bill to avoid a government shutdown What is Title 42 and why are states freaking out about it ending? A deep dive into Kyrsten Sinema’s Facebook Marketplace based on an investigation from Slate’s Christina Cauterucci Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: A moment to lament bras and menstruation Final thoughts on the Respect for Marriage Act We just got 2,300 Mark Meadows texts – are they a map for accountability? Trend forecasting the political landscape in 2023 Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Elon Musk’s cringeworthy appearance at a Dave Chappelle show Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto house of cards The real reason Kyrsten Sinema says she’s becoming an independent A very spoiler-heavy White Lotus recap! Was the ending truly satisfying? What did Daphne and Ethan do on the island? And why can’t we get enough of this show? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly Tamarez featuring Ian Lara and Aida Rodriguez Milly interviews fellow Afro Latino superstar comedians Ian Lara and Aida Rodriguez. The three discuss the process of putting together Ian’s HBO comedy special “Romantic Comedy,” which Aida produced, as well as the nuances of the “Latino Vote” and what they would do to get out the vote in their respective communities. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics: The details behind Brittney Griner’s release from Russian custody, and what the outcome means for Americans still detained Why are Latina women so dramatically underpaid in the United States? What’s getting us through the week Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Kaitlin Topics: Reacting to Raphael Warnock’s win in Georgia and reflecting on the last leg of the 2022 midterms Should President Biden run in 2024? We weigh the pros and cons. The Supreme Court considers “the most important case in American democracy” that could throw federal elections into chaos. And they just might… let that happen? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Chris Christie’s niece assaulted police officers after harassing a family aboard a Spirit Airlines flight The real story behind why a graphic designer is suing Colorado because she doesn’t want to make wedding websites for same-sex weddings Unpacking the Supreme Court Justices’ remarks on JDate, Ashley Madison, “Black Santa,” and children in KKK costumes. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda Topics: We indulge a White Lotus debrief and give our predictions for the finale Somehow Ye broke yet another social contract. Why won’t the Kardashians intervene?   Why we’re distancing ourselves from Twitter and adapting to new information sources What motivated an attack on this North Carolina power grid? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Zola RayTopics: New York City is hiring a “rat czar” – are we the right fit for the gig? Some color from the significant Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy verdict this week, including estranged ex-wives speaking out and one insurrectionist’s laughable defense Debriefing on this week’s Senate vote to protect same-sex marriages A French man was fired for not being “fun” and spent seven years suing his old workplace – and won. Was the outcome fair? And do employees pay for being antisocial at work? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chelsea Clinton joins to discuss this moment of incredible energy around women’s political participation all across the world. First though: we ask what drove her to run two NYC marathons in a row. She also shares her news diet and the podcasts she starts the day with. Then, she discusses how this midterm election cycle reframes women’s role not only in protecting their own rights but protecting democracy. Finally, Chelsea shares details of she and Secretary Hillary Clinton’s Women’s Voices Summit this week in Little Rock, featuring national and global leaders to discuss topics including the maternal health crisis, reproductive rights, and Iranian’s women-led revolution. Follow along with the Women’s Voices Summit on social media this Friday December 2 by following @clintonfoundation on Instagram and @clintonfdn on Twitter. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: An interview with Governor Gretchen Whitmer about an iconic Michigan election cycle and how reproductive rights motivated voters to historic outcome. What objectives will the governor pursue with such a strong mandate? Later: The most disturbing features of Elon Musk’s nightstand Apples’ threat to pull ads from Twitter Clarifying what freedom of speech actually means Explaining the railroad strike and what it will take for workers to finally get ANY paid sick leave Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda Duberman & Sami Sage Topics: Thanksgiving debrief: How we successfully avoided talking about politics Trump’s Mar-a-Lago dinner with Ye and proud white nationalist and antisemite Nick Fuentes. What does it say about the normalization of antisemitism if we are no longer shocked by outrageously dangerous headlines? Balenciaga’s disturbing pair of ads with similarly problematic features. What happened here? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Listeners seek advice on a chaotic range of quandaries, from reeling after video sex with their boss to getting a promotion from a bad manager. Plus, when is the age gap just *too big*? The hosts also help a listener navigate the holidays with people whose views make them genuinely uncomfortable. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda, Alise Topics: The hosts get political about a range of timely scenarios, from the optimal time to leave the airport to the role of cranberry sauce on the Thanksgiving table A menu of responses for shutting down conservative family members Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: This state has almost a billion dollars of weed that’s about to go bad The week in terrible Twitter headlines, and addressing Dave Chappelle’s SNL monologue People are asking questions about this 2022 midterm candidates’ race Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Sami Topics: The proliferation of guns and anti-LGBTQ rhetoric lead to a mass shooting in Colorado Springs How did a young white man threaten his neighborhood with weapons, with no arrests made or red flag laws triggered? The World Cup looks like an unfun, bigoted mess President Biden’s granddaughter got married at the White House Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Bridget Topics: What the end of midterms season means to us personally Is it Nancy Pelosi’s time to step down from leadership? How Gen Z helped avert a Red Wave – but why some still voted for Republicans What got us through the week Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: How the Taylor Swift concert ticket meltdown proves monopolies are ruining society It happened – Trump announced a presidential run. Initial reactions, fears, and predictions. Will Ron DeSantis be enough to keep Trump from a general election? Republicans are a seat away from flipping the House. Here’s what that means for the rest of us. Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Nicole Najafi Topics: Screenwriter and satirist Nicole Najafi joins to describe how Iran’s women-led protest movement has maintained energy for months, with a real chance at toppling the regime. Why there’s a gap between mainstream media coverage and social media reports + how to share information with confidence. Yes, the regime is capable of killing thousands of protesters. Raise the alarm. What victory looks like and how Iranian history is motivating the protest movement. Milly and Amanda react to Kari Lake’s humiliating defeat in Arizona. Follow Nicole Najafi at @nicolenajafi on Instagram, where she’s sharing daily resources on how to help protesters in Iran Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Where were you when the Senate was called for Democrats during Tiffany Trump’s wedding? What the 2024 midterms outcomes already mean for the country’s political future Trump’s candidacy announcement is imminent. Could that be… good? Our favorite Elon Musk fails from the last 72 hours Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, & Milly Topics: What to expect from the Georgia runoff election and why we don’t think next time will be so close Why did only 27 percent of white women vote for Stacey Abrams? Does marriage impact how women vote? What Fox News really means when they tell men to “put a ring on it” to help the GOP. Did pundits accurately predict a red wave in this once-liberal stronghold? Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Kaitlin Topics: Republicans’ red wave fails to materialize, giving Democrats a historically successful midterms year before winning either chamber of Congress The Senate races that will determine the balance of power. When will we know?! Why abortion was never really the underdog for the Miss Midterms title How to maximize state-level wins Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Dylan Hafer Topics: Reflecting on how we’ve grown since a similar predicament in November 2020 The Virginia races to watch to get a temperature for the House of Reps Why celebrities really told on themselves by endorsing Rick Caruso for LA mayor Stanning the rich and famous with the good enough sense to support Karen Bass Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Alyssa Mastromonaco Topics: What’s in our election night survival kits and how to take anxiety off the invite list A guide to interpreting election results and what to expect as numbers roll in Unpacking Elon Musk’s erratic weekend and what it means for this week’s little democracy tournament Check out our latest promo codes here: https://betches.com/promos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alencia Johnson Topics: Barack Obama headlines the midterms national tour. How can the Democratic party expand its roster of rock stars? Unpacking why some of the party’s most effective surrogates are people who don’t win, including Beto O’Rourke and Stacey Abrams Why a Real Housewive’s ex-husband is the most effective messenger for the Georgia election What’s getting us through the week Follow @alenciajohnson on Instagram and Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: The politics of premature Christmas decorations Dr. Oz asked a colleague to deny he oversaw the harm of animals How Justice Brown Jackson is beating her colleagues at their own game And the fine for foreign election meddling is…. $9,000? Senate candidate Cheri Beasley joins to share her plans as North Carolina’s next senator and why Ted Budd could not be worse for NC and the country Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: 28-year-old Takeoff of Migos fame is killed in Houston Republicans are still making fun of an 82-year-old being hammered nearly to death in the head Are we looking at the final days of affirmative action? Why the Supreme Court looks likely to prevent institutions from admitting who they’d like  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: How to manage midterms anxiety and what headlines literally do not matter Unpacking the attack on Paul Pelosi and reactions from Washington Elon Musk starts a new job with a deleted conspiratorial tweet. What happens now that the fox runs the hen house? Is this the end of Twitter’s relevance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin, & Marisa Kabas Topics: Proposing a bipartisan effort to streamline Halloween observance in the United States Elon Musk will own Twitter tomorrow. What does that mean for employees, and why did he bring a kitchen sink to the office? Marisa Kabas joins to summarize the New York Governor debate and unpack how a pro-Trump, anti-abortion Republican is gaining ground on New York’s Democratic governor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Caitlin Huey-Burns, CBS National Political Correspondent Topics: Analyzing the Pennsylvania Senate debate between Dr. Oz and John Fetterman. What role does the media play when one candidate is recovering from a stroke? Unpacking the narrative that economic concerns are overtaking abortion rights Where we might see election night surprises Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami Sage & Emily Amick Topics: Adidas finally drops Ye, but what are the actual repercussions of his antisemitism on Americans? Tonight Dr. Oz will debate John Fetterman and we are hoping PA will at least provide closed captioning this time. Republican activists are announcing they are not participating in early voting in hopes of avoiding Democratic interference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Alise Topics: A review of “Midnights” and its decidedly apolitical tone Kanye West doubles down on antisemitism, giving comfort to Nazi groups espousing their views on the 405 The midterm election candidates who openly embrace antisemitic dog whistles Kim Kardashian and Ivanka Trump dine out amid the chaos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise & Kaitlin Topics: Let’s unpack last night’s debate between Congresswoman Val Demings and current Senator Marco Rubio. West Palm Beach debate focused on topics including inflation, abortion, voting rights, gun violence, immigration and foreign policy. Alexandra Hunt, a candidate running for Congress in Philadelphia, shared a chart showing that men under the age of 30 aren’t having as much sex as they’d like. People mentions that Hunt doesn’t explain how to accommodate men’s “right to sex” in a way that doesn’t require compulsion from women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Liz Truss is officially the shortest-serving Prime Minister in UK history. What led to her hastened demise? A juror is removed for flirting with a man accused of trying to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer Support or Suppress featuring James Corden’s restaurant reputation and Olivia Wilde’s salad dressing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, V Spehar Topics: V Spehar (Under The Desk News, V Interesting with V Spehar) joins to reflect on how they went from a caterer offering Mitt Romney crab cakes to one of the most popular news sources on TikTok Why TikTok creators are earning more reader trust than legacy outlets How bringing “social” back to social media creates more productive environments for discussion The role of politics in their news coverage Get daily updates from V at @underthedesknews on TikTok and check out the podcast V Interesting with V Spehar wherever you listen to pods! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Emily Tisch Sussman Topics: We dive into the Arizona Governors’ race and trace how Kari Lake went from Obama voter to the MAGA movement’s best hope for a political future Why Democratic candidate Katie Hobbs decided not to debate Kari Lake – do we agree with this choice? Pollsters say voters care more about “economic” issues than abortion. We ask: Do they hear themselves?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami Sage & Sarah Kendzior Topics:  Sarah explains why she chose to write her book about how a culture of conspiracy keeps America complacent. How the impact of money on journalism has limited what information people can access. How an average people can become media and news literate.  Why the “blue state” and “red state” framing is dangerous and why talks of succession are problematic.  Check out Sarah’s book: They Knew: How a Culture of Conspiracy Keeps America Complacent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Alex Jones owes Sandy Hook families a billion dollars. Can we put a price on how he’s damaged public discourse? The LA City Council President finally resigns – but her views represent a kind of racism that will persist Italian-American Rick Caruso claims to be “Latin” in mayoral debate against Karen Bass Midterms Madness: Which Senate candidate saw 14 family members endorse his opponent? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: Why is Tucker Carlson so repulsed by Joe Biden’s love for his son? Unpacking the ableism revealed by John Fetterman’s first post-stroke sit-down interview Shockingly racist statements from LA City Council members prompt calls for resignation Follow Kaitlin’s Patreon at patreon.com/gothamgirlblue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly, Nelini Stamp of the Working Families Party Topics: Nelini Stamp, national director of strategy for the Working Families Party, joins us to unpack what’s driving the conversation in the three weeks before midterms Why Wisconsin voters face such dramatically different candidates in a razor-tight race How turning out in Pennsylvania can help us fix the Senate *and* protect against another election theft attempt What do people like about Dr. Oz? Why Nelini’s latest efforts involve raising political awareness via the Real Housewives Follow Real Housewives of Politics at @rhopol. Find candidate guides at workingfamilies.org/candidates/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly & Alise Topics: We all know the movie “Blonde” is based off the fictional book about Marylin Monroe, but did it really need to be a Republican anti-abortion ad? Netflix is at it again with releasing “Dahmer - Monster: the Jeffery Dahmer Story” and decided to categorize it under LGBTQ content. Circling back from Tuesday’s round of Fuck, Marry, Banish (or Arrest), Alise and Milly explain why they decided to arrest Brett Favre over his corruption case misusing millions of dollars in welfare funds to build a new volleyball stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: Why Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s first days of oral arguments were so satisfying How Democrats are embracing sinister abortion messaging to drive suburban women to the polls John Fetterman: John Wick of Pennsylvania? BoltsMag.org: https://boltsmag.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda, Alise  Topics:  Herschel Walker paid for a girlfriend’s abortion despite being anti-choice Kanye West’s manic escalation on full display with “White Lives Matter” Paris Fashion Week stunt  Elon Musk meddles in Ukrainian affairs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: Kim K has to cough up $1.2 million to the SEC. Here’s why she probably couldn’t care less The Supreme Court’s awkward, historic, and slightly nauseating fall semester Sure looks like Donald Trump just invited his supporters to hurt Mitch McConnell. Will the party hit back? Unlikely. A interview with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. For more, subscribe to EXTRA, EXTRA with Sami Sage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Ginny Hogan Topics: Awaiting a full assessment of Hurricane Ian’s destruction Marjorie Taylor Greene is back on the dating market Ginni Thomas is talking to the January 6th committee Midterms debrief 40 days out, with a focus on the Pennsylvania and Georgia governor races New data shows COVID vaccination did impact periods. Should women have been offered more information at the time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: Why conservative groups are trying to stop Biden’s student debt forgiveness program Texas’s top law enforcement officer fled from a subpoena. We peel back the layers on *just how bad* Ken Paxton is for Texas and the rule of law (vote for Rochelle Garza for Texas AG on Nov. 8!) The Jan. 6 committee postponed the hearing because of Hurricane Ian. Or did they? We speculate some other reasons behind the delay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Republicans have unleashed their newest boogeyman Analyzing the candidates in Arizona’s Senate race (Sen. Mark Kelly vs. Blake Masters) Why does the young far-right idolize Ted Kaczynski The ongoing protests in Iran and how the government is suppressing women’s fight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Cristen Conger Topics: Cristen discusses her deep dive into the history and present of women, culture, and conspiracy theories. Why do Joe Rogan bros get all the coverage when there are literal far-right wellness influencers? How conspiracy theories target women and play on vulnerabilities around femininity and motherhood The direct line between anti-ERA activism and the Tiktok girlies on your For You Page who say work is bad for women To hear more on this topic, listen to Cristen Conger’s two-part series on the “Unladylike” podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Our most basic Fall confessions Trump has a series of delightful losses, including a $250 million civil lawsuit in New York and a hand-picked special master who didn’t get the corruption memo How the Adam Levine cheating scandal mirrors a larger conversation around gender dynamics What’s getting us through the week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda Duberman, Amanda Brown Lierman Topics: Amanda Brown Lierman (Obama WH, DNC, executive director of Supermajority) joins to share a game plan for the next 50 days (!) until the midterms Why some of the most effective organizing has nothing to do with phone calls to strangers (stay with us) How to influence the midterms with Supermajority to win key races in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania Founded in 2019, Supermajority is a membership-based organization dedicated to making women the most revered and respected voting bloc in the country. Volunteer with Supermajority to canvass, write letters, or make phone calls at the link below https://www.mobilize.us/supermajority/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Alise Topics: The entire population of Puerto Rico lost water and power due to Hurricane Fiona. What has and hasn’t happened since Hurricane Maria to make this tragedy worse? Adnan Syed’s conviction has been overturned. What does this mean for his future, and for the family of Hae Min Lee? We reflect on the problematic elements of the 2014 phenomenon “Serial” and how society costumes murder as entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: The Queen’s funeral marks the end of wall-to-wall coverage in the UK and the US. We appreciate – and critique – the compulsory mourning. Why the United States is also fixated on the coverage The Senate is delaying an important vote on same-sex marriage. They have an explanation - but we’re not buying it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Ron DeSantis had migrants abducted from Texas and flown to Martha’s Vineyard. Will he pay for his cruelty? Unlikely. The Republican strategy behind Lindsey Graham’s 15-week abortion ban. Will voters fall for it? Unpacking the week in pop culture, from hysterical reactions to “The Little Mermaid” to the nationwide shutdown for Queen Elizabeth’s death Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami The hosts interview members and friends of the Biden White House to discuss a signature legislative achievement ahead of the midterm elections. Featuring interviews with Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm, OMB Director Shalanda Young, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (New Mexico), and White House Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami Sage & Malcolm Gladwell Topics: Malcolm Gladwell starts off by sharing the inception of Revisionist History and the idea behind his "Magic Wand Experiments" theory. Sami dives into The Triplicate System, its original purpose, and how it can either benefit or hinder todays healthcare system. Malcolm introduces his new series "I Hate The Ivy League". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Sami Topics: Reacting to the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the aftermath. Who decides what’s “appropriate” when a controversial public figure dies? What to expect from King Charles’ reign. Is he the royal climate activist the world needs? Why the speculation about why Trump is in D.C. might be overblown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda Topics: The Queen has passed away. What happens in the UK now? Breaking down “Operation London Bridge” Why the school year began with teacher’s strikes across the nation – and the future of education of teachers aren’t valued The racist uproar over the blockbuster Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones series What’s getting us through the week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Kaitlin Topics: Revealing the gems from Hillary Clinton’s press tour and why she’s the Barbie of politics (in a good way… stay with us…) A federal judge in New Mexico finally wields the 14th amendment to remove an insurrectionist from office! Does this change the game for participants in elected office? Reflecting on Serena Williams’ legacy and making the (easy) case for why she’s the greatest athlete of all time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Milly, Alise Topics: Alise debriefs on her midwestern summer vacation and the top three stories that broke through her news fast How Joe Biden reclaimed “Brandon” Breaking down public drama surrounding Olivia Wilde, Florence Pugh, Harry Styles, and Shia Labeouf Analyzing which elements of the story – and its popularity – are sexist and which have nothing to do with gender Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Rae Sanni Topics: We bring in September by debating whether JLo actually bans Virgos from her sets. Would she be justified in doing so? The big Trump Mar-a-Lago debrief you’ve been waiting for: breaking down the DOJ’s 36-page clap back and analyzing the mess of documents on the floor. Plus, Milly reveals her own Mar-a-Lago secret. New data shows single women have more wealth than single men, proving that having a wife is the ultimate key to career success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kate Smith, Senior Director of News Content, Planned Parenthood Topics: South Carolina’s late-night abortion vote takes a disappointing turn How the decline of local news has made it harder to communicate the impact of local government on reproductive access Why anti-abortion candidates are hiding from their extreme stances Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Camille, Bridget Topics: Debriefing on last week's visit from Senator Gilibrand and Milly Tamarez's night at the VMAs Why hasn't Taylor Swift made more forceful statements on reproductive rights? A broader conversation about approaching political progress via caution vs. confrontation - and why stan culture may soon meet its end How can we respect older generations in politics while recognizing it's time for transition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Amanda Litman Topics: Amanda Litman, co-founder of Run For Something, joins for our regular debrief on the elected positions progressives need now to avoid another Roe-level shock in the future Why it’s actually a pretty big problem that the US government is made up of mostly old people What election subversion attempts will look like in 2024 Why you and your friends should run for office even if you think you’ll lose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Danielle Moodie Topics: Biden’s modest student debt cancellation prompts whines about “fairness” from the party bankrolling tax cheats Why we should stop justifying student debt forgiveness and force conversations about corporate greed instead How opposition to student debt relief mirrors a coordinated, sinister effort to undermine and defund public education Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Kirsten Gillibrand Topics: New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (!) joins to reflect on the Senate’s hard-won victories throughout the Biden administration, from climate policy to health care prices to infrastructure. She shares the emotion behind her viral speech urging men to join women in the fight for reproductive rights and discusses how the Supreme Court’s Roe decision has motivated voters across the country. Senator Gillibrand also details her bipartisan efforts to finally make paid leave happen and gives a tease for what she and her colleagues could do with more reinforcements. Finally, the senator shares a perfect day off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise, Bridget Topics: Why these New York primaries have made national headlines – and how Trump tried to meddle in a Democratic face-off The entire planet has a take on the Finnish Prime Minister’s dance video controversy. How is (and isn’t) the scandal gendered? Adam Neumann gets record investment despite his failure at WeWork Mitch McConnell negs his entire party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Ali Vitali Topics: The author of “Electable: Why America Hasn’t Put A Woman In The White House… Yet” joins to unpack exactly that Reflecting on the chaotic end to women’s chances at the White House in March 2020 Ali details insider moments you didn’t see on TV How the electoral college and primary system converge with societal factors to keep women from reaching the presidency. Why it may be harder for a woman to earn the Democratic nomination than to become president as a Republican. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Bryan Topics: Roasting Mark Zuckerberg’s $10 billion reveal of the Metaverse A Kansas anti-abortion extremist exhibits girlboss behavior The infuriating system that will force a 16-year-old in Florida to give birth Should there be consequences for Ezra Miller? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: Rep. Liz Cheney lost her seat in Congress – but did she gain a path to the presidency? What it really means to be a “pro-democracy” candidate Lisa Murkowski is one step closer to surviving her impeachment vote against Trump Untangling the results from Alaska’s two congressional elections last night – both featuring Sarah Palin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Zak Williams Topics: Zak Williams joins to discuss his new podcast project “CALL FOR HELP” in which hosts unpack the development and impact of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline How the death of Zak’s dad, the late Robin Williams, set him on a path to understand and improve mental health resources in the U.S. How 988 differs from previous crisis lines in terms of law enforcement involvement Just *how little* the US spends on mental health care when compared to other countries – seriously, this shocked us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami Sage, Emily Amick Topics: A Florida Judge unsealed the FBI's search warrant for Mar A Lago and reveals that Trump is under investigation for violating the Espionage Act. Trump claims that these documents don't exist, some were planted, and he had a plan to declassify them all along. The House passed the Inflation Reduction Act, sending it to Biden’s desk to sign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Alise, Kaitlin, Sami, Amanda The group chat meets IRL for stand-up performances from Milly Tamarez and Alise Morales, a “Supples Therapy” standoff where we actually debate issues we disagree on, and a game called “Am I A Bad Feminist If,” where our audience was *very* honest about their feminist conundrums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Josie Totah, Alycia Pascual-Peña, Yasmine Hamady Topics: The hosts of the new Crooked Media podcast “Dare We Say” join to discuss Gen Z’s approach to politics and activism Why the younger generation is so comfortable being more confrontational towards “progressives” in office What politicians are missing about young voters ahead of the midterm elections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin, Alise Topics: The latest updates in the FBI search of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home When we might know what they found – and how Trump’s 2024 announcement might impact that timeline Why accountability feels so extreme to Republicans and the Trump base Rudy Giuliani’s road trip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda Later: An interview with Rochelle Garza, the first Latina woman nominated by a major party to run for Attorney General in Texas Sami and Amanda give emergency reactions to the FBI executing a search warrant at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago. Why the National Archives angle was a surprise and how we know for certain Trump is harboring documents related to national security Rochelle Garza, candidate for Texas Attorney General running to unseat Ken Paxton, joins to discuss the status of abortion rights in Texas and everything Ken Paxton isn’t doing to help Texans through economic hardship How attorneys general determine which cases go to the Supreme Court Why AGs are the “queen on the chessboard” when it comes to statewide politics Support Rochelle Garza’s campaign by visiting rochellegarzafortexas.com and following her at @rochellemgarza on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda, Sami Topics: Why Democrats were fast to let Kyrsten Sinema drop the carried interest provision from the big Senate bill Repubicans’ summer of self-induced reputational damage New Trump tell-alls reveal bathroom secrets and a shocking demand that his generals be more like Hitler’s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly, Rollie Williams Topics: Alex Jones gets his made-for-TV moment Who is worse for the planet, Taylor Swift or Kyrsten Sinema? Climate activist and comedian Rollie Williams joins to tell us why treehuggers are digging the Manchin-backed climate bill and how he creates humorous content around climate change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: What the resounding victory in Kansas signals for abortion rights on the ballot in November. How did the ballot initiative transcend partisan politics? Plus, the critical role of Kansas history. Debriefing on primary results from Michigan, Missouri, and Arizona. Is the Republican party about to break in half? Here’s hoping! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: The hosts bask in the delight that is Donald Trump deciding to endorse ERIC instead of choosing between two Missouri Senate candidates of the same name What’s in the bipartisan abortion rights bill and why it’s worth fighting for Beyonce removed an ableist lyric from her album not long after Lizzo was publicly educated about the same word. Should she have known better, and how do we balance that critique with the double-standards around accountability? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: Breaking down the Actually Very Good climate bill and what’s in it for Joe Manchin Why climate activists are generally satisfied with the historic climate provisions How Democrats need to message this massive win for optimal political benefit: $7,500 for electric cars! Why Democratic Senator Kyrsten Sinema has more to lose in opposing the bill than Joe Manchin ever did Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, MillyTopics: Who is the Merchant of Death and why might he go free over a little bit of weed? And other updates on Brittney Griner What the Democratic establishment could learn from the Gen Z activist who turned Matt Gaetz’s insults into a million dollars SUPport or SUPpress featuring pink sauce, the Zelenksys in Vogue, and why we hate the new Instagram Join us THIS SATURDAY July 30 at 7 pm in NYC for our live show! Buy your tickets asap at betches.co/suplive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: Merrick Garland has entered the chat. We break down his spicy interview and the chances Trump will be indicted – and when. Nerding out over the Senate and Governor race in Georgia. Did the GOP score a touchdown for the other team by nominating Herschel Walker? Why Stacey Abrams is trailing Brian Kemp – and whether the national party and media should do more to hype her up. Data shows Americans are tuning out of the news. We don’t blame them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics: Celebrating Milly's Birthday! The Republican who voted down same-sex marriage days before attending his son’s same-sex marriage Florida’s creative – and enraging – solution to the teacher shortage Buy tickets to our live show in New York City on Saturday, July 30 at betches.co/suplive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Marisa Kabas Topics: Why pro-life protesters showed up to Sami’s doctor’s office Formalizing romantic relationships for the health insurance Unpacking Ted Cruz and Matt Gaetz’s statement at the Troll Convention in Florida Analyzing the headline moments from this set of January 6th hearings – and the chilling details that should trump the memes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Bryan Russell Smith Topics: A global heatwave with dystopian energy The January 6th committee’s season finale The senators who oppose codifying marriage equality Support or suppress involving whether Jennifer Lopez should change her name to Affleck and whether we’d take a college course on Harry Styles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Kelsey Lindell, Dr. Akilah Cadet Topics: Kelsey Lindell and Dr. Cadet are both DEI educators and women with disabilities who join to speak candidly about ableism and disability justice Why they prefer “non-disabled” to “able-bodied” – plus other terms and phrases that have been debated within the disability community Working and socializing with a visible vs. invisible disability Answering your questions about ableism and inclusion, including the most common microaggressions, dating with a disability, and how to teach kids about disability. How to support a friend who recently became physically disabled Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Julia Salazar, Sofia Warren Topics: New York State Senator Julia Salazar and Cartoonist Sofia Warren join the Sup to talk about the new book, Radical: My Year With A Socialist Senator, which follows Senator Salazar’s first year in office. They discuss the responsibilities of State Senators, and why it’s important to follow and engage in local politics—because it feeds a healthy democracy. Why Sofia took on the challenge of writing, and what she hopes her audience will learn about the importance of active civic engagement Why the trusting relationship between Sofia and Julia has been so foundational to the writing and illustrating of the novel. What Julia has learned as a Latina in politics, and how she hopes to inspire the next generation to see government as within reach.  Be sure to check out “Radical: My Year With A Socialist Senator” in (local) bookstores or online today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics: A global heat wave to offset Biden’s frigid approval ratings The death of Ivana Trump Is Major Biden the dog aggressive, or just perceptive? Congress sets up big votes on birth control and assault weapons Joe Manchin and Joe Biden battle for Most Disappointing Man of the Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Katy Tur Topics: Katy Tur, journalist and Anchor of ‘Katy Tur Reports’ on MSNBC, joins The Sup to discuss growing up surrounded by breaking news, and the craziness that ensued. Her pivotal role in covering the original Trump Campaign for NBC, and how he attempted to both charm and scorn her along the trail. What she believes is the key to confidence and keeping your cool in the public eye How she has attempted to cover the January 6th hearings responsibly, and her predictions for the 2024 election. Check out Katy Tur’s new book “Rough Draft: A Memoir” in bookstores or online today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Alise  Topics: AOC gets harassed just walking into work More updates and highlights from the January 6th hearings Lea Michelle in Funny Girl proves the cancel culture does not exist Brett Kavanaugh left Morton’s Steakhouse due to protesters without even seeing a single one Buy tickets to our live show in New York City on Saturday, July 30 at betches.co/suplive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: The latest new Hollywood/politics couple and which celebrities we’d match with these single politicos Unpacking a mind-blowing January 6 hearing that blows up any claim that January 6th was a spontaneous protest How testimony from a former Oath Keeper and another Capitol rioter highlight two very different challenges to our democracy Buy tickets to our live show in New York City on Saturday, July 30 at betches.co/suplive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: Elon Musk pulls out of a Twitter deal and a pregnant Texas woman pulls into the HOV lane. New polling on men and feminism shows even liberals have negative views of the movement. We discuss if hostility to feminism actually represents a crisis of masculinity – and *gasp* – empathize with men while discussing the political utility of the feminist framing to regain abortion rights. The one platform that could get all the party factions to stop fighting and start winning elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda, Sami Topics: Elon Musk says he’s contributing to repopulation by having nine kids. Easy for the world’s richest man to say. The belated resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, and contrasting why his party turned against him while Trump kept conservatives’ loyalty How the Roe decision has activated a dormant set of activists – and revealed apathy among their male partners. Why young men are rushing to get vasectomies in record numbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Kaitlin Topics: A Mississippi judge allows the state’s total abortion ban to take effect A Democratic revival thought experiment, imagining how to end the filibuster, codify Roe, expand the Supreme Court, impeach Clarence Thomas, and abolish the electoral college. Could the Equal Rights Amendment solve… all of these problems? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Amanda Topics: Getting candid about managing our mental health during the slow descent into fascism How the social media response to the shooting in Highland Park reflects a broken media and empathy ecosystem The fatal police shooting of Jayland Walker What about the pregnant 10-year-old’s with nowhere to turn? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda is joined by Diane Stevens and Eileen Smith, two members of the Jane Collective, which worked to provide abortion care and support to women in Chicago when the procedure was illegal in the years preceding Roe vs. Wade. They discuss their reactions to Supreme Court draft opinion overturning abortion rights and how the world of "illegal" abortion will look similar in 2022 as it did in 1972 and how it will be very different. the directors of the documentary "The Janes," based on this period, also join to discuss sober parallels to our current moment. (Tia Lessin, Emma Pildes) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics The hosts share how they’ve comforted themselves during a rough week to be a uterus owner in America, featuring side hustles and gentle British dramas What it means that President Biden came out in support of removing the filibuster to pass protections for abortion rights – and what it *doesn’t* mean Unpacking the role that Vice President Kamala Harris has (or has not) played in a historic moment for women’s rights Two famous abusers are finally sentenced for their crimes: R. Kelly and Ghislaine Maxwell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Kaitlin, Amanda Topics Breaking down the most explosive moments from Cassidy Hutchinson’s congressional hearing, in which she detailed disturbing anecdotes from January 6 Why this particular testimony is getting so much attention Unpacking Liz Cheney and Cassidy Hutchinson’s real displays of patriotism without giving the staunchly conservative women too much credit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda, Alise Topics: Unpacking the Democratic party’s poorly timed fundraising texts. Exactly how abortion rights can be restored and protected at the federal level + the state offices that matter most when it comes to accessing abortion locally. The 1849 law currently in effect in Wisconsin How to heed the message to “keep voting” while expressing disappointment at the Democratic establishment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Boom! Lawyered’s Imani Gandy Topics: Reacting to disturbing headlines from a weekend without Roe Unpacking – and rejecting – the discourse around who’s to blame Imani Gandy, reproductive rights lawyer, editor at Rewire News Group and host of the Boom! Lawyered podcast, joins to break down the legal landscape of abortion today, what it could look like tomorrow, and why digital security should top your post-Roe to-do list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Kaitlin Topics: What Cancer season means for the political climate The Supreme Court decides state’s rights don’t apply to New York. Or Maine. Texas, on the other hand… Reacting to devastating testimony from election workers to the January 6 committee Unpacking the New York magazine piece titled “Canceled at 17” and why fawning over a teenager who violated a young woman is maybe… not the best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Jenn Stowe Topics: Jenn Stowe, the Executive Director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, joins to discuss the unique economic landscape for domestic workers. Why many of these workers haven’t benefit from workers’ leverage in the job market – and how the pandemic has worsened some issues.  How can domestic workers be paid enough to live and thrive while providing services parents and clients can afford? It is possible – if the nation prioritizes it. What policy changes could improve the workplace for nannies, house cleaners, and home care workers Learn more about the Federal Domestic Workers Bill Of Rights at domesticworkers.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Nimesh Patel Topics: Whether Mike Pence should testify before the January 6 committee. Helping 85-year-old men in Congress define “boyfriend.” Putting Nimesh through a rapid fire game of SUPport or SUPpress involving the World Cup, MDMA, and vegan meat substitutes. Watch Nimesh Patel’s latest special at findingnimesh.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Emily Amick Topics: Emily Amick, the brain behind @EmilyInYourPhone and former counsel to Senator Chuck Schumer, joins to unpack the progress on gun safety legislation Why this moment – and these Republicans – were able to break the inertia on legislation with a compromise bill worth fighting for Why Congress doesn’t need the NRA to fall prey to misogynistic tropes that could threaten closing the boyfriend loophole The reason Emily tells you to call your members of Congress every single day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Monique Melton Topics: Amanda and Sami are joined by Monique Melton (@moetivate), anti-racism educator, to discuss what Black liberation means in 2022 Unpacking corporate missteps when it comes to honoring Juneteenth Why Monique doesn’t use the word “allies” How to approach conversations about racial equality with those who balk at “politics” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, MillyTopics: A PAC is making controversial claims about conservative Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s personal life. Is this warranted or pure misogynistic ick? Unpacking new scoops about Ginni Thomas. A game of support or suppression involving Jennifer Aniston’s boomer energy and whether we should be dragging Kim Kardashian for ripping a dress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Kaitlin, Amanda Topics: The weirdest things we did during midterms in college Reacting to yet another set of primaries and why it’s too soon to decipher Trump’s impact on the Republican party Are Democrats betting our democracy that nominating unhinged Republicans will benefit them in November? NYC Councilmember Carlina Rivera joins to share why she’s running for Congress and how the federal government can implement repro-rights access victories from NYC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Dylan Topics: A critical Real Housewives analysis that extends to the problematic tendencies of slightly drunk white women. Why the January 6 hearings are kind of a banger? How Amy Coney Barrett and Kimberly Guilfoyle scored huge paychecks. Your dad’s favorite author laments the lack of opportunity for white men in the literary world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kellie Leeson, candidate for NY State Assembly-District 73 Topics: Another morning waiting for the fall of Roe Debriefing on the bipartisan framework for new gun safety measures (are we dreaming?!) and how to balance cynicism while taking the W Why closing the boyfriend loophole is actually a big f*cking deal Our criteria for whether the January 6th hearings have been effective Learn more about Kellie Leeson and the New York primary at kellieforassembly.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Sami Topics: Breaking down the “tough” gun regulations passed by the House. Why do we make people wait until 21 to drink but not to buy a deadly weapon? Trying to hype ourselves up for the January 6th hearings Support or Suppress featuring a bad feminist take on a gay rom-com, Biden on Jimmy Kimmel, and a charged update from the EU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Eliza Orlins Topics: Eliza Orlins, public defender and former candidate for Manhattan District attorney, helps us make sense of the recall election in San Francisco that toppled progressive DA Chesa Boudin What we can learn from this outcome and what is specifically an SF phenomenon Why you can’t solve crime without solving the affordable housing crisis How to balance peoples’ desire for safety with anti-carceral policies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics: A quick debrief on the week of news Amanda missed How Republican billionaire Rick Caruso paid his way to the top of LA’s mayoral race despite Rep. Karen Bass’ clear superiority. Why celebrities including Kim Kardashian and Gwyneth Paltrow (notably not LA residents) are endorsing Caruso and the power of a “tough on crime” message - and why we should care The chilling parallels between a Texas rep’s attempt to ban children from drag shows and Stonewall-era policing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Alise Topics: There were ten shootings in two days in the US. What is Congress doing about gun control? Ron DeSantis bullied the Special Olympics A special escape from America: Why we need to throw more Jubilees, unless you’re Boris Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise Morales, Milly Tamarez Topics: Why are the policies that can stop shootings (waiting periods, bans, etc...) only used to stop abortions? The bleak implications for the MeToo movement after the verdict in Depp v. Heard We play Support or Suppress where we talk student loans, caking the Mona Lisa, and Santa Claus running for Congress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts! Amanda is joined by Diane Stevens and Eileen Smith, two members of the Jane Collective, which worked to provide abortion care and support to women in Chicago when the procedure was illegal in the years preceding Roe vs. Wade. They discuss their reactions to Supreme Court draft opinion overturning abortion rights and how the world of "illegal" abortion will look similar in 2022 as it did in 1972 and how it will be very different. the directors of the documentary "The Janes," based on this period, also join to discuss sober parallels to our current moment. (Tia Lessin, Emma Pildes) "The Janes" premieres on HBO Max on June 8  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Milly Topics: Update on the shooting in Uvalde, TX and whether or not anything will be done to act on gun control What is being done about Alito’s leaked abortion opinion at SCOTUS Debriefing the long weekend surprise appearances made by Paul Pelosi and Johnny Depp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda Topics: What the conflicting timeline on the Uvalde shooting tells us about whether police could have done more to stop the massacre. How the shooting challenges the narrative that good guys with guns can stop bad guys with guns. Some relief with this week’s game of Support or Suppress, in which we unpack Beto’s necessary outburst, Bill De Blasio’s congressional run, and whether the world needs “burrito tape.” A discussion with Rep. Tom Malinowski (D-NJ) on how social media platforms can adjust their algorithms to prevent the spread of the type of hateful, incendiary content that may have motivated the shooter in Buffalo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: The impossibility of processing devastating events in quick succession The likelihood that this moment of national outrage over the murder of 19 kids and two teachers will lead to action in Congress The gun control debate since Sandy Hook Is it as simple as standing up to the gun lobby? Not quite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise, Natasha Murphy of Black Girls Vote Topics: Unpacking Senator Bill Cassidy’s comments on Black maternal mortality and what they tell us about how the Republican party views its electorate. The policies at stake in the 2022 election and non-negotiable positions for candidates that claim to support Black women. Why we need to make gerrymandering the new political buzzword. Finally, a conversation about why some businesses benefit from chiming in on politics, and why some suffer reputational damage. Learn more about Black Girls Vote by following @blackgirlsvote on Instagram or at blackgirlsvote.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Bridget Schwartz Topics: The CEO and President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America join to talk about how they’ve been preparing for a post-Roe world What about the end of legal abortion keeps her up at night The challenging logistics of helping women access a procedure that could be outlawed in many states Unpacking Senator Bill Cassidy’s shocking comments on Black maternal mortality The poem that keeps her motivated Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly Topics: Discussing which 2000s trends deserve to come back after George W. Bush seemingly admits to an unjust invasion Analyzing the disturbing internet reaction to the defamation trial involving Johnny Depp and Amber Heard The troubling signals the mockery and ridicule send to survivors who speak out Milly breaks down two stories in a new segment dedicated to Black Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: Analyzing the fascinating results from the Pennsylvania and North Carolina primaries Theorizing what line of work Madison Cawthorn will go into next Whether Democratic Senate nominee John Fetterman will have a better shot against Dr. Oz or Dave McCormick Why the race for Pennsylvania’s governor might be the most important in the country to prevent a constitutional crisis in 2024 Is John Fetterman hot? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Discussing the latest surge of COVID cases Previewing today’s primaries in Pennsylvania and North Carolina Why are Republicans working so hard to offend this group of anti-abortion voters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: More details about what led up to an 18-year-old self-described fascist, racist, and anti-Semite driving 200 miles to murder 10 people in a primarily Black neighborhood The roots of “replacement theory” and how the far-right has mainstreamed the idea Why 1 in 3 Americans believe in similar ideas How some Republicans are using the same tactics to misrepresent the formula shortage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Milly, Amanda Topics: Amanda’s week menacing New York City’s men Discussing the origins and state of the infant and toddler formula shortage in the US. How might this crisis play out of women held the majority of elected positions?! Which US cities are offering big $$$ to attract tech workers? Would you move to Tennessee for a free hot tub? Why traditional industries are walking back their return-to-office plans Our weekly round of SUPport or SUPpress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Kaitlin, Amanda Topics: Susan Collins called the police because protesters wrote a mild message in pastel chalk Reacting to a handful of the world’s most privileged men deciding it was “morally wrong” to ban Trump from Twitter A heated family discussion directed at the Democratic party leadership about the changes we need to see to know they’re fighting for us Unpacking the primaries and predictions for Pennsylvania’s primary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda Topics: Alise and Amanda have a timely discussion about the personal impact of abortion access and the deep invasion of privacy represented by bans on reproductive health care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda Topics Casual weekend debrief and how the Roe news intersected with Mother’s Day A deep dive on Louisiana’s unified assault on abortion rights and why “anti-abortion rights Democratic women” are still a thing Exactly how and why this could pave the way to outlaw IVF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Alise, Amanda Topics How anti-abortion groups could purchase data sets to harass and surveil women seeking abortion access, their doctors, and their partners Preparing for a future without Roe without fear-mongering or contributing to misinformation This week’s edition of support or supplant involves Kim K’s crash diet, Madison Cawthorn’s latest offense, and new laws requiring companies to disclose salary ranges in job listings  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics We start with a tangent on the sacred nature of baths during times of political turmoil Unpacking how minority rule got us to this upsetting and confusing moment for abortion rights, and how we can fix a fixed system Why Democrats should be racing to embrace the Equal Rights Amendment as a midterms strategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise, Alencia Johnson Topics: Initial reactions to the draft Supreme Court opinion poised to overturn Roe vs. Wade What elected leaders can do now to prepare for a chilling of abortion access Alencia Johnson joins to share insights from reproductive rights groups and interprets what the Court’s opinion signals about future attempts to revoke rights for other marginalized people A rumination on staying hopeful Follow Alencia Johnson on Twitter at @alenciajohnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, guest MSNBC’s Symone Sanders Topics Symone Sanders, previously the spokeswoman and senior advisor for the Vice President, joins to give some behind the scenes tea from the White House Correspondents Dinner (including how she seized on a Kim K-related opportunity) How her experience working for a presidential administration will inform her new show “Symone” on MSNBC premiering this week Getting brutally real about what to expect for the midterms, and how to cover them productively. Insight from her time working one on one with Vice President Kamala Harris – and what the media narratives around her tend to miss. Watch “Symone” on MSNBC at 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays beginning May 7. New episodes streaming on Peacock Mondays and Tuesdays.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda Topics: President Biden sure looks like he’s about to forgive $10,000 in federal loan debt. So how did this become a “left wing” issue? Is the White House Correspondents Dinner this weekend really necessary? We discuss, and share the jokes we’d use to roast Joe Biden if we were invited Introducing our new segment “SUPport or SUPplant,” in which we share overlooked headlines from the week and whether we endorse the outcome or wish it went a different way. This time it’s Hillary Clinton running for president, Gen Z pelting trucker convoys with eggs, and Russian dolphins fighting against Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda, Kaitlin; later, Axios reporter Sara Fischer Topics Which lawmaker just caught got with a loaded gun in TSA (for the second time) Ranking the latest drop of Coup Text, from most hapless to most treasonous The January 6th committee will hold big hearings on its findings in June, so we imagine how Kris Jenner would drive hype to big storylines Axios Media Trends reporter Sara Fischer joins to discuss the future of Elon Musk’s deal with Twitter and how the world’s richest man might approach the platform’s big moral questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise Topics: What it means that Elon Musk actually bought Twitter – what happens now, and how the platform could change How Musk’s purchase reflects broader trends in billionaires taking over the means of communication Which tweets we’d buy back from Elon Musk Why the state of New York is making Donald Trump pay $10,000 a day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami & Alise Topics: Madison Cawthorn is okay with wearing women’s lingerie, so long as he’s in a silly goofy mood Marjorie Taylor Greene could get kicked off the Georgia ballot for her role on Jan 6th The NYT released audio from a phone call between Kevin McCarthy and other Republican lawmakers about Trump’s role on January 6th Twitter is considering Elon Musk’s offer to buy the social media company for $43B in cash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Milly, Amanda Topics: Should Bernie Sanders run for president in 2024? What Ron DeSantis did to the congressional maps while hoping we were all paying attention to his feud with Disney Two huge Hollywood defamation trials: Johnny Depp suing Amber Heard, and Blac Chyna suing the Kardashian-Jenners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: We share our nightmare blunt rotations in honor of 420 Joe Biden just canceled $17 billion in student debt The latest senator with damning January 6 texts An interview with Stephen Post of Last Prisoner Project on why 40,000 people are still incarcerated for cannabis and what a bill legalizing weed at the federal level needs to include to repair the harm done by criminalization Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda Topics: Reactions to the end of the federal mask mandate and the MAGA Mistress judge who killed it Looking back on how “anti-masker” became a political identity that will outlast the pandemic Why the day we stopped wearing masks was always going to be politically charged Behind the “Libs Of TikTok” Twitter account providing content for Fox News and Ron DeSantis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda + interview with Rohini Kosoglu, Deputy Assistant to the President and Domestic Policy Advisor to the Vice President Topics: A Tax day reminder of how little billionaires actually pay in taxes compared to the rest of us Why the federal government can’t tell you exactly how much you owe, for free The latest in Elon Musk’s bid to take over Twitter, and why a confluence of societal and economic trends make it hard to stop him A conversation with Rohini Kosoglu, Deputy Assistant to the President and Domestic Policy Advisor to the Vice President, about what it will take to solve the maternal health crisis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Sami, MJ Corey of @KardashianKolloquium Topics: The Kardashians seem to touch every aspect of our society, from race to feminism to politics. How did they do that? Why can’t we resist talking about them? And *should* we resist talking about them? The darker ways the family appropriates Black women and culture Which politicians embody the same type of post-modern celebrity Predicting the strategic narratives they’ll pursue in their new show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Kaitlin More insight into how law enforcement reacted to yesterday’s attack in Brooklyn and how the suspect got away Why adding more police is not the answer (we give real reasons, not just hot takes) The relationship between police and the media Boris Johnson find for partying too hard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: What we know about the shooting in a Brooklyn train station Some context for NYPD in subways and the crime situation in New York President Biden’s promise to reign in “ghost guns” and the history of these DIY and 3D-printed weapons The Academy banning Will Smith from 10 years of Oscar ceremonies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda Topics: What Alise learned from watching MSNBC 24/7 on her cruise. Trump endorsing Dr. Oz in the Pennsylvania Senate race – and whether he was right about “women” supporting the quack doctor. The false arrest of a Texas woman who may have induced an abortion – and why the headlines will only get darker as we approach the potential end of Roe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, in honor of the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, Sami hosts genocide survivor Yvette Rugasaguhunga. Yvette gives us her personal account of how the events affected her and her family so deeply, and shaped the course of the country for generations to come. She also reflects on the state of Rwanda today and how it was able to reform its democracy following the atrocities of the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin Topics: Selena Gomez says she hasn’t used the internet in four and half years. How?! What Twitter appointing Elon Musk to its board reveals about our warped capitalist incentive structure Why so many publicly known founders are assholes How Ivanka Trump may be using her January 6 testimony to rehabilitate her reputation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda, Aimée Lutkin, author of “The Lonely Hunter: How Our Search For Love Is Broken" Topics: The wedding reception coming to the White House Why these Republicans are voting for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson What the pandemic revealed about how our society is built to reward married people The problem with the term “the loneliness epidemic” A proposed Alabama bill that would force women to take pregnancy tests before obtaining medical marijuana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Sami Topics: Looking at the gender breakdown of the recording academy to figure out why Louis CK took home a statue after admitting to sexual misconduct The incredible David and Goliath story behind the Staten Island Amazon union Discussing the devastation in Bucha, Ukraine and the apparent genocide of Ukrainian civilians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Alise, Milly, Kaitlin Topics: Our journey through Madison Cawthorn’s claims of cocaine-fueled orgies in the capital Brainstorming what Trump might have been doing in the seven-hour and 37-minute gap in his phone records What’s coming next in the January 6th committee’s investigation – where is Merrick Garland?! Our thoughts on the second season of “Bridgerton” and tips for overcoming our phone addictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Axios Markets Correspondent Emily Peck What the conventional wisdom around women, work, and the pandemic gets wrong New research from Harvard outlining which women actually left the workforce and why Why so many college educated women considered quitting – but actually didn't The ongoing importance of paid leave and child care to women’s professional mobility Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Milly’s very Sup-y vacation Unpacking the aftershocks from the Oscars slap – did Chris Rock know his joke was in poor taste? Does it matter? The history of the Academy expelling members and revoking Oscars Why aren’t we all talking about Clarence and Ginni Thomas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Bryan, Sami, Amanda Topics: Debriefing on an eventful Oscar ceremony and reacting to Chris Rock’s hurtful joke about Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith’s slap heard ’round the world. Discussing the context and dynamics at play and how that moment should have played out differently.  Bryan shares anecdotes related to bills suppressing discussion of sexual orientation in schools and why they totally miss the mark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Kaitlin, Alise Topics: Debriefing on confirmation hearings for Ketanji Brown Jackson – new lows from Republicans and not enough offense from Democrats Unpacking some of the most noteworthy exchanges this week — racist babies, etc. Senator Mike Braun’s backtracked claim that interracial marriage should never have been legalized on the federal level Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Sami, Amanda Topics: A new poll about what shows Americans think represent politics the most accurately Days 1 and 2 of the confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Ted Cruz’s airport meltdown The New York Times editorial board’s warning that “America Has A Free Speech Problem” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Amanda, attorney and TikTok creator Reb MaselTopics: Previewing attacks likely face Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson about being “soft on crime” and why they are out of context and in poor faith – specifically with regard to sentencing of child sex abuse images. The fate of Texas’s abortion ban after the latest court letdown. Kanye West’s public harassment of Kim Kardashian and how the scary dynamic plays out for women who aren’t in the spotlight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics: The fate of Daylight Savings Time and why long summer nights are actually bad for you (sorry) The Biden administration says we’ll run out of lifesaving COVID supplies by the end of the month and is publicly pleading with Congress to act. So… why is no one ready? Why major GOP donors are publicly opposing Russian sanctions, and what this will mean for 2024 prospects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: Reflecting on Equal Pay Day and how the “improving” gender pay gap disguises worsening inequities. An extra-spicy roast of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis – and his secret plan to tank the voting rights act. New insights about Clarence Thomas’s wife and the January 6 rally What percent of Joe Rogan listeners are vaccinated? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Val Voshchevska Topics: Ukrainian social media activist Val Voshchevska takes us through a day in her life collecting and sharing information about Putin’s invasion for western audiences. Why it’s important to use Ukrainian sources during this war. The pros and cons of war content going viral on social media. Why Russia banned Instagram and how Putin spreads disinformation Follow @marshzhinok to learn more about donating to the Women’s March in Ukraine, which is working to provide direct support to women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by Andrea Chalupa, co-host of the podcast Gaslit Nation and an expert on Russia and Ukraine. They discuss why Putin is so obsessed with Ukraine, his aspirations beyond the neighboring country, and what predictions we can make about his behavior moving forward. How serious is a nuclear threat? They also discuss Andrea’s film “Mr. Jones,” which tells the story of Stalin’s famine in Ukraine.Links referenced in the episode: Razom for Ukraine: https://razomforukraine.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Milly, Amanda, Kaitlin Topics: Kim Kardashian’s out-of-touch business advice for women. Exciting updates in the legal weed world NYC ends mask mandate and vaccine requirements in restaurants The anti-lynching bill was passed and VAWA reauthorized… so what’s the catch Reacting to the NY Times article “I Came to College Eager to Debate. I Found Self-Censorship Instead.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda are back for a jammed-packed episode. They share details about our fundraiser for the International Rescue Committee before sharing updates from Russia’s escalating brutality in Ukraine. They map out a few potential endgames and discuss Joe Biden’s plan to ban Russian oil imports and what that means for Americans. Finally they address some predictably absurd headlines out of Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda take a step back from daily news to discuss some timely themes related to women’s history month. Their conversation focuses on the stereotype that women are the more “emotional” actors and contrast this with… all the chaos men are inflicting upon the world. They share how being perceived as overly emotional has impacted their careers so far, and but also how it’s shaped them in ways they don’t regret.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Alise, and Milly are back to react to Joe Biden’s first State of the Union and share their highs and lows. They also share updates from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Sami, Milly, Amanda  Topics:  Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg stops by to talk about Biden’s State of the Union tonight and how infrastructure spending will impact women  What people mean when they say Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was a “miscalculation.” Mapping out Putin’s potential end games  The origin of Russia’s oligarchs and why Putin’s power over them may finally be at risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Alise, Amanda, Ginny Hogan  Topics:  Reacting to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, specifically how the world has rallied around President Volodymyr Zelensky.Analyzing the social media landscape during global conflict. How Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s college improv skills will come in handy on the Supreme Court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise  Topics:  What led to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, what specifically has been targeted, and what Americans should expect next. How Fox News is covering the war in Russia’s favor.  Governor Greg Abbott’s disgusting attempt to deputize Texans against trans kids and their parents. A programming note about the Betches Sup podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics:  The hypocrisy of Republican politicians dragging Joe Biden while celebrating Putin’s actual bestie, Donald Trump  Breaking down the misconceptions about Black history in America that have led to truthful information being banned The Black teenager who was arrested on a bus before Rosa Parks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Amanda, Milly, Alise Topics: -Prince Charles gave the Queen COVID -What Vladimir Putin’s Ukrainian invasion has in common with Kylie Jenner’s pregnancy announcement -A conversation with HBCU grad Camille Odom about experiencing bomb threats on campus and the financial challenges facing HBCUs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda are joined by Gabrielle Wyatt to discuss interesting job numbers related to Black women’s unemployment and steps her organization The Highland Project is taking to close the racial wealth gap. They also discuss how Black women are redefining wealth to inlcude rest. Finally, Gabrielle explains what she doesn’t like about the term The Great Resignation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Sami, and Amanda start by investigating whether Melania Trump bought an NFT of herself and why Kathy Hilton is a Trump supporter, indulging a pop culture craving for a brief aside on the Hilton family. Then, they discuss Kanye West’s disturbing social media posts and harassment of his ex-wife Kim Kardashian. They discuss the role celebrity culture plays in worsening this personal conflict and how to assess the circumstances in light of Kanye’s mental health. How has the media improved since Britney’s 2007 incident, and what lessons have they yet to learn? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to a series of lawsuits involving gun deaths and discuss whether financial settlements actually act as a deterrent to gun manufacturers or negligent movie producers. How broken is our system that the only justice for families is to dedicate their lives to getting accountability? They break down the $73 million settlement awarded to Sandy Hook families before discussing why Halyna Hutchins’ family is suing Alec Baldwin. Finally, they discuss how gun violence complicates attempts at criminal justice reform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda start with the breaking news that Prince Andrew has reached an out-of-court settlement with Virginia Giuffre in her lawsuit related to Jeff Epstein’s sex trafficking ring. They also put on their tinfoil hats to consider why a damning picture in the case mysteriously disappeared. Then, they discuss the reaction to Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva’s doping scandal and the double standards and unfair circumstances that allowed her to compete. They also hold a moment to make space for Christina Yuna Lee, who was murdered in her Chinatown apartment last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are joined by Sarah Hartshorne, a writer and comedian who competed on Cycle 9 of “America’s Next Top Model.” Sarah describes being selected for the show and being told she was the “plus-size” contestant at size 8. She tells us the moment she realized it would be an intense experience and pulls back the curtain on the show’s signature elements. Then, she looks back at the show’s most problematic elements and how its intersection between the fashion industry and reality TV made it especially toxic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Kaitlin kick things off with a conversation about the lifting of various mask mandates around the country, all in the name of maintaining public trust. Is this a policy decision made with health data in mind, or just political posturing for the sake of appeasing voters? They also dig into a new federal lawsuit against Harvard University from three female graduate students for various incidents of sexual harassment. How is it possible for this type of behavior to happen unchecked at the university for so long? Then they reflect on the state of academia throughout the country and how these traditional power structures enable systemic abusers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Milly, and Alise react, again, to Joe Rogan’s inability to follow the rules governing society. They discuss if his generous use of racial slurs warrants a stronger reaction from Spotify than COVID misinformation and wonder why a man paid $100 million is allowed to get away with both. They contrast this with NBC appearing not to hire Leslie Jones to provide Olympics commentary. What do both of these headlines tell us about whose voices are actually silenced? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda react to the police shooting of Amir Locke and the many failures that led to the 22-year-old’s death. Why do police deem Amir Locke more dangerous than Kyle Rittenhouse? Then they dive into the cultural impact of the @Dear_White_Staffers Instagram account, and how a few congressional office horror stories emboldened hundreds to share their own anonymous stories of low pay, verbal abuse, mistreatment, and poor health. From nursing to teaching to government work – why are America’s most vital workers subjected to so much misery? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Milly react to Rudy Giuliani making an appearance on “The Masked Singer” and discuss the cascade effect from Andrew Cuomo’s misconduct. Then, OB-GYN Dr. Heather Irobunda joins us to unpack how media platforms have failed to respond to COVID misinformation. Then they unpack the factors within the medical community that contribute to prejudiced and substandard care for Black women, and how this intersects with other societal biases. And of course, they fan girl over Rihanna being pregnant herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin react to bomb threats against more than a dozen HBCUs on the first day of Black History Month. They compare this to fights over history in the classroom and whose comfort at school we *actually* value. Then they break down new info about Trump’s role in the coup attempt long before January 6, and how a few random dudes convinced him to draft executive orders to seize voting machines. Finally, they discuss Donald’s paper shredding habit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami are joined by Face the Nation moderator Margaret Brennan. She pulls back the curtain on the number 1 rated Sunday show and explains how she prepares questions for politicians who don’t want to give answers, shares the most difficult interviews she’s done, and reflects on being a female anchor. They also discuss what balanced journalism looks like in 2021 and her approach to covering the election. Finally – what does a Sunday morning news anchor do on Saturday nights?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda unpack a flurry of headlines related to Spotify’s treatment of the Joe Rogan podcast. They detail which public figures have pulled their music and podcasts and react to Rogan’s 10-minute video addressing the controversy. The hosts explain how Spotify could make things right without deplatforming Rogan. Then, Sami breaks down Russia’s threat to invade Ukraine in the context of Vladimir Putin’s global ambitions. And what exactly do people mean by “World War 3?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, in honor of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Sami interviews Pinchas Gutter, a Holocaust survivor who is commited in educating people through telling his incredible story. Pinchas walks us through his whole life story and his memories from growing up in Poland before the occupation, and how his life changed forever once the Nazis invaded. They also discuss the state of the world today, and all the initiatives Pinchas has been a part of in order to ensure that his story as well as those of other survivors are forever preserved. To learn more about the USC Shoah Foundation and their valuable work, visit: https://sfi.usc.edu/. If you are interested in donating to the organization, you can do so by texting TESTIMONY to 41444.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin start the show moments after the news that liberal Justice Stephen Breyer will retire, paving the way for Biden to add a Black woman (or maybe, several?) to the Supreme Court. Then, they dive into news that the SAT will go digital and reflect on their own test-taking experiences while zooming out to look at how standardized testing contributes to inequality. Then, they look at two affirmative action cases in the Supreme Court that could prohibit schools from considering race as a factor in admissions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda react to breaking news that Jennie Nguyen has been fired from “Real Housewives.” Then, they make some space to discuss the psychological and emotional toll of the second pandemic winter and accept that “normal” times may never return. Then, they discuss Sarah Palin testing positive for COVID ahead of her trial against the New York Times for defamation and share details and potential outcomes of her libel suit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBC News Capitol Hill correspondent Ali Vitali joins Sami and Amanda to preview what to expect in Congress between now and the midterms. She shares her inside reporting on how Democrats might move forward with voting rights and Build Back Better, what’s *actually* going on in Joe Manchin’s head, if any Republican might surprise us, and prospect for paid leave. She also shares which senators are the hardest to chase and the best footwear for Capitol Hill before previewing how Democrats in Congress could pass legislation to protect abortion rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda react to a huge week in politics, from Joe Biden’s marathon press conference to a rough all-nighter for voting rights. Then they roast an absurd Florida bill that prohibits making white people uncomfortable about America’s racist past. For the pop culture segment, they break down racist, Islamaphobic, and anti-vax social media posts from “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” cast member Jennie Nguyen. They discuss why she should be fired from the show, but also acknowledge the common experience of finding out a person you admire or cherish has racist or dehumanizing views Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Amanda, and Kaitlin react to a viral fake news story claiming former Trump aide Hope Hicks was going on Big Brother. Then, they run through a few subpoenas hitting the Trump family. For the main discussion, they answer some big questions one year into the Biden administration on the anniversary of the inauguration. Who was the MVP? Who disappointed us? How has our relationship with the news changed, and what are we surprised hasn’t been solved yet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Alise ease in after a long weekend with a headline about billionaires getting richer during COVID. Then, they react to the hostage situation at a Texas synagogue and how a rabbi and his congregants freed themselves after a 10-hour standoff. They discuss why it’s important to label this as an antisemitic attack. Lastly, they cover the murder of Michelle Alyssa Go, who was fatally pushed in front of a subway train, and call it what it is: an anti-Asian attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are joined by Joselle Torres of DemocracyNC, who shares insights from the center of this year’s fight against newly gerrymandered maps. The 2020 Census and subsequent redistricting have prompted state legislatures across the country to rig electoral maps in their favor in ways that remove power and representation from marginalized communities. Joselle explains how North Carolina embodies the changing electorate and backlash and how the outcome of these map lawsuits could impact the balance of Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back for some culture headlines after a politics-heavy week. They start by mourning the breakup of earth’s hottest couple, Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet. Then they dive into a new study showing that some forms of cannabis prevent coronavirus from infecting human cells, but they uncover a disappointing detail. Then they unpack Jamie Lynn Spears’ first big interview about sister Britney since the end of the conservatorship. Why are Britney fans so angry at her, how can we make space for Jamie Lynn’s trauma while honoring Britney’s truth? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to this morning’s inflation news and break down why everything is so expensive even though the economy is technically good. Then, they analyze President Biden’s fiery speech on filibuster reform and why it impressed them. Finally, they answer your questions about the filibuster, including why Dems don’t need to worry about if Republicans would retaliate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda debrief on some buzzy politics-meet-pop culture headlines and discuss Bryan’s experience with COVID. Then, they preview the voting rights showdown in Congress coming this month. Is this the same dead-end story, or will Joe Manchin throw in some new plot lines? They share frustrations with both the Biden administration and those who criticize it when most of the blame lies with 50 Republicans and a single Democratic senator. Finally, they confront the reality that if things don’t change, Republicans could win without even cheating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda react to a set of headlines about pet parenthood involving the Pope and Spanish law. Then they unpack the factors currently surrounding in-person learning amid Omicron. Why are parents facing unpredictable and potentially unsafe circumstances two years into the pandemic? The hosts discuss details from the standoff in Chicago between the Mayor and teachers unions and explain how the pandemic has shown how public schools are substitutes for a robust social safety net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Sami share some final thoughts on the January 6 commemorations and brainstorm how to keep the attack present in Americans’ hearts and minds. Then they pivot to the political reshaping of Congresswoman Liz Cheney after her vote to impeach Donald Trump. Are Democrats underutilizing this anti-choice, pro-gun Republican who might be the only way to save democracy? Finally, they roast tennis player Novak Djokovic for trying to defy Australia’s rules for entry and his likely deportation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to Rep. Devin Nunes leaving Congress and how it benefits Nancy Pelosi. Then they reflect on the one-year anniversary of the January 6 siege on the Capitol. What can Democrats do in the next year to ensure accountability for the insurrection, including the members of Congress and Trump allies who incited it? What laws should be activated or changed to ensure appropriate penalties? Finally, what is the media’s role in covering the Republican party while protecting our democracy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back! They share updates amid the Omicron surge and how the virus impacted their holidays. Then they dive in to the biggest headlines of the last week, including a Twitter ban for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and guilty convictions for Elizabeth Holmes and Ghislaine Maxwell. Then they unpack the question: Are these women’s convictions as satisfying when the powerful men involved were spared? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts continue awarding the year’s top newsmakers while reflecting on the biggest moments of 2021. Finally, they guess who – or what – is most likely to get canceled in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this two-part, year-end Sup extravaganza, Amanda, Alise, Milly, Sami and Bryan award the 2021 SUPerlative awards to the cast of characters who defined the year, from the most likely insurrectionist to succeed in prison and most likely to get kicked off of Twitter in 2022 to the year’s most influential inanimate objects and biggest fall from grace.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Milly, Alise, and Sami react to the New Yorker profile of “Succession” actor Jeremy Strong and the bizarre reaction from celebrities coming to his defense. Strong is accused of being unusual and hard to work, yet people from Aaron Sorkin to Anne Hathaway have responded as if the gentle ribbing was a character assassination. Has the fact that so many public men have been exposed as awful monsters made people overly reactive to minor call-outs? We discuss. Then, they each share their hottest “Succession” takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda are back for a q&a episode that quickly becomes a group therapy session to process the chaos, toxicity, and moments of joy from the last year. They share their highlights and lowlights, biggest areas of growth, and what political issues they’re genuinely hopeful about in the new year. They also answer tons of personal questions about their medication regimens and dog mom lifestyles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda react to the White House’s announcements amid the Omicron surge and discuss how to productively critique the Biden administration while recognizing how dangerous the alternative. Then, they look forward to what’s next for the Build Back Better bill and options for getting Joe Manchin’s support and discuss the fallout from his announcement. Finally, they unpack Manchin’s concerns that people will use paid family leave to go deer hunting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Alise, and Sami do a necessary vibe check before diving into the current state of the pandemic and how to weigh personal risk ahead of the holidays. Then, they react to Joe Manchin blowing up the Biden agenda on Fox News announcing his opposition to Build Back Better. They explain what role the Biden administration played in this failure and what comes next. Finally, they discuss how *not* to spiral in frustration with Democrats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, Sami, and Amanda react to alarming headlines about the Omicron variant’s spread. Then, they unpack the case of Josh Duggar of “19 Kids And Counting Fame” and his conviction for child sex abuse images. They detail the Duggar’s family history and the accusations that pre-dated their reality show, and why greater intervention wasn’t taken at the time. Finally, they analyze how purity culture impacts adolescent girls and boys and how the criminal justice system is ill-prepared to handle incest and sexual assault among minors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin react to the Maryland Zebras’ triumphant return and share a timely followup to our Elon Musk conversation. Then they share updates on Build Back Better and where the urgency has gone. They hone in on the paid family and sick leave provision and break down how the program works, how much money people get, and how it compares to other countries. Finally, they ask: Why does the U.S. government treat children like adults?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Bryan, and Amanda react to Britney Spears’ recent comments on *that* Diane Sawyer interview. Then they discuss why TIME magazine named Elon Musk the person of the year and reflect on his overall societal impact on 2021 -- was it net negative, or net positive? They also pitch their own alternatives. Finally, they react to text messages showing Don Jr asked daddy to speak out during the insurrection and consider why all of Fox News had a direct line to the Trump White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami are back for a Monday debrief on the weekend’s headlines, from the aftermath of the tornadoes and the role of climate change to next steps for Texas’ extreme abortion ban. They discuss Governor Gavin Newsom’s promise to draft similar legislation related to certain types of guns and the usefulness of comparing gun rights to abortion rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda react to a delightful story involving Finland’s prime minister and explain why her late-night clubbing scandal is actually a feminist victory. They also share updates about the man who lit the Fox News Christmas tree on fire. Finally, they break down Travis Scott’s hour-long interview with Charlamagne the God about the Astroworld tragedy. Spoiler Alert: It’s not good! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda reflect on Angela Merkel’s legacy and what women in leadership can learn from her hits and misses. Then they unpack the Atlantic article everyone’s talking about titled “Trump’s Next Coup Has Already Begun.” They highlight the new information and detail why Republican theft of the presidency in 2024 is guaranteed without action from Democrats. They agonize over why Democrats haven’t taken the threat seriously enough and what demands a mass democracy protest could make to prevent a literal coup. What would democracy tell us with its dying breath? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda react to a series of minor scandals, from cocaine found all over UK parliament to Kamala Harris’s preferred headphones. Then, they break down the Chicago trial of Jussie Smollett who is charged with six felonies related to staging an attack in 2019. They walk through what Smollett claims happened and the likelihood a jury will find him guilty, plus the impact of the trial on conversations about racial violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda debrief on the latest COVID travel restrictions and how Sami’s experience freezing her eggs relates to abortion rights. Then they break down how Democrats have reacted to a series of insane outbursts from the right, from a Kentucky congressman posting a gun-heavy holiday card to whether punishing Lauren Boebert could backfire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CNN contributor and epidemiologist Dr. Abdul El-Sayed joins us to break down everything we’ve learned about the Omicron variant, what’s left to know, and whether it could change the course of the pandemic. Listen to Dr. El-Sayed on America, Dissected or subscribe to his newsletter at incision.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly and Amanda are joined by Imani Gandy, the Senior Editor Law & Policy at Rewire News Group to break down yesterday’s Supreme Court hearing over Mississippi’s 15-week abortion ban. She breaks down the justices most alarming statements and how an undue burden test became a case to overturn Roe. Finally, she answers your questions about abortion rights in blue states, how Congress could intervene, and what abortion bans mean for high-risk pregnancies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda react to yesterday’s school shooting in Michigan and preview the SCOTUS case that could get Roe overturned. Then they discuss the exoneration of Anthony Broadwater, who was wrongly convicted in the rape of author Alice Sebold, who later detailed the experience her book “Lucky” read by millions. They break down the flaws in the 1982 case and what finally led to Broadwater’s exoneration 23 years after he spent 16 years in prison. Finally, they discuss how the criminal justice system fails victims and marginalized communities and what needs to change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Bryan react to the trial against Ghislaine Maxwell, accused of sex trafficking and grooming young women for Jeffrey Epstein. They explain how the female-dominated trial plays into the gender dynamics of 2021 and the shocking tactics from the defense. They also try to discern Ghislaine Maxwell’s motivation for committing sex crimes for Jeffrey Epstein. Finally, they discuss the trial against Kim Potter for killing 20 year old Daunte Wright and share their Giving Tuesday recommendations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda catch up after a long holiday weekend before unpacking what we know about the Omicron variant. How much of the alarm is legitimate and how much is manufactured? They have a broader conversation about how the new variant highlights how far we are from a pre-pandemic norm. Then, they discuss Americans’ dissatisfaction with the economy despite data suggesting a healthy recovery. They explain how inflation and supply chain issues vary in impact, why everyone’s “economy” is different, and how President Biden can change the vibes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda chat for a special holiday episode dedicated to the recent surge of millennial nostalgia. They consider how this wave of reboots, revivals and retrospectives differs from normal trend cycles and why 30-somethings might be gripping onto these past comforts. Finally, they discuss which day in the early 2000s they’d choose to relive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Milly react to two pieces of news today ahead of Thanksgiving. They start off with the announcement that Target will no longer be open on Thanksgiving Day, after their CEO finally realized that workers would rather be at home with their families. They also discuss the resignations of a couple of Fox News correspondents over Tucker Carlson’s latest series on the insurrection, controversially titled ‘Patriot Purge.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda sit down with Rep. Adam Schiff for a therapeutic conversation about processing the Trump years in light of the congressman’s new book. Schiff shares the surreal experience of being the focus of Trump’s bullying, from getting recognized in the streets and during a literal insurrection to how his family had fun with Trump’s host of nicknames. Finally, he shares some choice words for former Vice President Mike Pence, details the House’s steps to ensure accountability for the insurrection thus far, and tells us who should play him in a movie about the Trump administration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda react to yesterday’s House censure of Rep. Paul Gosar and how it reflects the degradation of the national government. They pivot that into a broader conversation about why men in power repeatedly fail to acknowledge the consequences of their speech -- from Dave Chappelle’s transphobic special to Paul Gosar threatening AOC to Donald Trump’s incitement of the insurrection, and how this trickles down in all areas of society — but for men only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to two headlines related to the far-right and reflect on the judge’s insane behavior at the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. Then they pivot to this week’s flood of negative news articles about Vice President Kamala Harris and her working relationship with the White House. We discuss: Is this criticism fair? Is it still sexist? Who is responsible for the vice president’s success? Why isn’t Joe a better boss? And what does this all mean for 2024? We process it all Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Alise, and Bryan start the show with some huge retirement news out of the Senate, and what it means for 2022. Then they share updates from redistricting processes around the country that suggest Republicans have already flipped the House of Representatives. They unpack what can be done before imagining an alternate reality when we’ve already lost but have nothing to lose. Cancelled debt and legalized weed is involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, and Amanda start by reacting to Beto O’Rourke’s announcement that he’ll run for governor. Then they discuss how female icons of the 2000s went from tabloid punching bags to feminist heroes. From Taylor Swift owning her music to Britney Spears owning her life and Jessica Simpson owning her name, they unpack an intense week of headlines that restored justice to women previously scorned by our own patriarchal narratives. Also, is Jake Gyllenhaal ok? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Sami discuss the reaction to NFL player Aaron Rodgers and comparisons to how the league treated Colin Kaepernick. Is this a false equivalence that unnecessarily causes division, or an important contrast to highlight? They react to similar questions posed by the Kyle Rittenhouse trial, and consider how social justice activists can better frame our message for new audiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda break down some significant updates from the investigation into January 6 and what Trump’s been up to this year. They also react to members of Congress receiving death threats because of… each other. Finally, they give the “University of Austin” the very short segment it deserves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Alise start with a healthy appetizer naming their favorite parts of the freshly passed infrastructure bill. Then they get into the main course, a delicious roast of Josh Hawley’s misguided attacks of feminism, liberal politics, and critical race theory. Is he angling for a 2024 male grievance platform? They unpack his intentions and where he might have success before naming three personal issues they’d also like to blame on feminism, from traffic to nut butter shortages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami react to details from the tragedy at Astroworld. Then, they discuss updates from two high-profile trials related to racial justice: the men who killed Ahmaud Arbery as well as Kyle Rittenhouse, the teen who killed protesters in Kenosha last year. They explain odd events involving each set of juries and consider the likelihood of charges against Arbery’s killers. Finally, they discuss what needs to change after Engracia Figueroa, a disability activist, died as a result of an infection she sustained after an airline destroyed her wheelchair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Amanda, and Kaitlin are back with additional thoughts on the fallout from the 2021 off year elections and share some very simple action steps for the Democratic party. They spend more time unpacking white women’s swing to Republicans and get frank about how much we can actually influence this group. Finally, they react to a hilarious headline about Facebook and discuss how its metaverse will turn us all to goo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda debrief on Tuesday’s election results, including Democrats’ defeat in Virginia. They explain how Glenn Youngkin got white women to vote for him and what lessons we can and can’t learn from Virginia’s internal culture wars. What does an infrastructure bill in Congress have to do with parents mad about Toni Morrison? They discuss how Joe Biden and Democrats in Congress should react before ending with some positive news from election night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda discuss their voting plans and races to watch today. Then they react to the surprising number of cops and firefighters who did (and didn’t) get vaccinated. Finally, they break down yesterday’s spirited Supreme Court hearing on the Texas abortion ban and explain why Amy Coney Barrett and Brett Kavanaugh are mad about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Litman is back with Sami and Amanda to break down the elections you need to watch this week, from coroners (who can literally decide who died of COVID) to 100 seats in the Virginia House of Delegates. They explain what Tuesday’s results can and can’t tell us about Democrats’ 2022 chances, what actually matters and what’s meaningless, and warn against creating a defeatist self-fulfilling prophecy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Sami, and Amanda react to the reality that paid family leave likely isn’t happening. How did this historic opportunity fall through Congress’s fingers? Plus, reacting to the short-lived billionaire tax. Then they do some spooky segments including who they would put a light (non-lethal) hex on this Halloween season and which historical figure they’d let haunt them for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin analyze this week’s Facebook doc drop, summarizing the new takeaways from the biggest bombshells and how the developments might seriously jeopardize Facebook’s plans for world domination. They call out how new findings highlight Facebook’s hypocrisy and its particularly deadly apathy abroad. Finally, Amanda explains why Facebook is Erica Jayne and the algorithm is Tom Girardi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Alise chat with the host of Betches’ new podcast Money Please, Berna Anat. She shares why the advice to stop buying lattes ignores the structural barriers to financial success for most women and minorities, and how she balances giving financial advice with recognizing that some factors are out of people’s control. She explains how she’s worked to redefine typical benchmarks of financial success, unpacks financial trauma and shame, and details the specific ways that women are locked out of financial literacy. Then, Alise and Amanda react to Joe Manchin’s latest threat when it comes to Paid Leave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Sami hosts labor, criminal law and civil rights practitioner Lee Adler to talk all about the labor market and the recent uptick in union strikes and activity. To kick things off, Lee starts with some background to unions and the labor movement across the years. He also covers how unions can use their leverage to change the power dynamic that has put corporations on top and how we attempt to alleviate the power imbalance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly and Amanda break down the most shocking statistics related to Latina Equal Pay day, and why Latinas are the most poorly paid women in America. Milly details her own family and personal experience with pay discrimination and how the pay gap also impacts small businesses in Latine areas. Then they pivot to Netflix’s apology tour after permitting the dehumanization of trans people, and consider why older male comedians should have to take continuing education courses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda share a shocking update on the Zebras on the run in Maryland. Then they break down what you should know about the House’s investigation into the Capitol attacks and attempts to hold Trump allies in contempt. They connect this to other Democratic efforts in Congress and debate whether voting rights ought to get more attention. Is Joe Manchin getting closer to supporting the voter protections we need? Finally, they break down what it will take to get Steve Bannon in shackles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda start by detailing a weekend of NFL football in London. Then they react to Tucker Carlson’s homophobic and misogynistic comments about Pete Buttigieg taking maternity leave. They explain how the comments play into hateful stereotypes about same-sex couples while reinforcing the idea that men are not primary caretakers. They explain why Carlson’s comments -- while unusually offensive -- manifest in more subtle ways every day, and what needs to happen to permanently change how we view men, women, and caregiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Sami, and Amanda discuss how the increased activity around striking and labor rights has intersected with the white-collar “Great Resignation.” Why are workers across the country finally saying “no thanks” to the late stage capitalist hellscapes that have dominated our lives? How did the pandemic put a spotlight on these inequities? They also check in on the latest bullshit from Joe Manchin, this time related to needy children and the burning planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, and Amanda break down the upcoming governor’s election in Virginia and push back against calling it a “referendum” on Joe Biden and Democrats in Congress. How can we more constructively frame Biden’s challenging few months without being so dramatic? Then, Betches Podcast Director Sean Kilby is back to discuss “Squid Game,” the dark Korean series that’s become a global phenomenon. Why does the show resonate so strongly at this particular moment? Who were our favorite games and characters? Finally, they debate the show’s closing message and speculate about season 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator Tammy Duckworth joins us to discuss a topic hugely personal to many of our listeners: miscarriage and pregnancy loss. Sen. Duckworth describes the Support Through Loss Act, which would provide paid leave to those experiencing pregnancy loss, a failed adoption, or unsuccessful fertility treatments. She shares how her own experience with pregnancy loss makes the bill personal and why men need to be a bigger part of the conversation around miscarriage and mourning. Finally, she shares how the bill recognizes the many ways people become parents in 2021 while funding additional research into pregnancy loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are joined by Betches Podcast Director Sean Kilby to react to NFL head coach Jon Gruden resigning over racist, homophobic, and misogynistic emails. They detail the weekend of revelations that ultimately led to his resignation and why the specific makeup of the NFL -- 70% of players are Black -- makes them so problematic. They react to allegations of “cancel culture” and compare Gruden’s commitment to hateful language with Dave Chappelle’s doubling down on transphobia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NYC Councilmember Carlina Rivera joins Milly and Amanda to discuss access to abortion among Latina communities. While much has been made about the Texas ban on abortions, Latinas around the country -- even in New York City -- have struggled to access abortion services because of onerous government restrictions like Title 10 and the Hyde Amendment. She breaks down the abortion fund she helped create to help out-of-state women access abortion care in NYC. Then Milly joins to chat with the Coucilwoman about her upbringing in a Puerto Rican community in New York’s lower east side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by journalist, author, podcast host and MSNBC anchor, Alicia Menendez. To start, they begin with a conversation on Alicia's background, how she became a reporter, and finally making the jump as the anchor of her own show, "American Voices With Alicia Menendez." They chat about the key to being a great interviewer, the qualities of a good guest, and what it means for a guest to really show up. Next they discuss Alicia's book, The Likability Trap, and share their thoughts on society's obsession with perfection, how toxic it can really be, and how perfectionism holds women back. Alicia also shares the importance of finding new, diverse stories to cover and being the first in all of national TV news to bring light to the violence against the AAPI community. Finally, they close with a discussion on the Biden administration, the unique policy challenges they face, and what to expect from her upcoming MSNBC special "American Voices: Latinos Inside the White House," airing Sunday at 7 p.m. ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda start with a quick update on the debt ceiling agreement before discussing Instagram’s impact on teen girls. Then, Secretary Julian Castro joins us for a special interview tied to Hispanic Heritage Month. He shares the songs, stories, and sayings that defined his upbringing in Texas raised by a Chicano activist in San Antonio’s Mexican-American community. The hosts share common Latine experiences that often get lost in the monolithic narrative, how they relate to Selena, and the most unusual things they found in their childhood refrigerators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda debrief on Democrats’ path to raising the debt ceiling with no Republican help. Will this be the push they finally need to end the filibuster? Then they react to the Facebook whistleblower’s Senate testimony. What is different about these revelations? Finally, they run through the most absurd lines from Mark Zuckerberg’s response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda debrief on the Instagram outage and how they made use of the time. They discuss how the worldwide disruption highlights how deeply Facebook’s platforms are embedded in our lives -- and why that should scare us. They also detail a FB whistleblower’s allegation the company knowingly drives hostility and anger to help its bottom line. Finally, they settle into congressional corner to share updates from the Dems’ breakthrough and why it’s absolutely no problem that protesters followed Kyrsten Sinema into the bathroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami sit down with disability advocate Kelsey Lindell to discuss urgent issues for the disability community. Kelsey describes her experience as a child with a disability and later as a disabled woman in the workforce, and details the challenges she’s faced ensuring accomodations and equality. She gets candid about how workplaces think they’re supporting people with disabilities vs. their actual impact, and shares the harmful representations that perpetuate dehumanizing stereotypes about people with disabilities. Finally, Kelsey shares resources for Disability Employment Awareness Month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by critically acclaimed historian, educator, and influencer living at the intersections of Black, Muslim, and bisexual identity. They discuss her forthcoming book, Read This To Get Smarter, the stresses and rewards of being an educator on the internet, and how the past several years have been a time of learning and unlearning for all of us. Blair shares how she teaches complete concepts in an easy and condense way, dealing with hate comments on social media, and influencing in the most ethical way possible. She also takes us through the behind-the-scenes of her “Smarter in Seconds” series, and how her book is an extension of her viral micro learning series, and the process of writing her book. Finally, they close with a discuission on how unlearning is the new learning and practical tips including where to start when it comes to unlearning toxic behaviors.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda catch up on congressional negotiations and do their daily brainstorm of WTF Kyrsten Sinema could be thinking. Then they discuss the success of vaccine mandates for health care workers, looking at cases from North Carolina and New York. Finally, they react to YouTube’s decision to ban all anti-vaccine content, and how tech platforms failed to moderate the anti-vaxx movement long before the pandemic. What catastrophic oversight could tech companies be making as we speak? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda start off with some important local news stories, including zebras in Maryland and a topless menace in Brooklyn. They break down a high stakes week in Congress and get into their frustrations with Kyrsten Sinema, and discuss whether it’s sexist to critique her presentation. Finally, they unpack a long-awaited guilty verdict for R. Kelly and reflect on four years into the #MeToo movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda are joined by dream guest Alyssa Mastromonaco, former deputy chief of staff for Barack Obama and host of the “Hysteria” podcast on Crooked Media. They discuss their journeys with special needs pets before returning to the moment Alyssa learned she’d have to give up weed to work in the White House. She describes watching a Democratic White House from the outside and offers an insider analysis of the administration’s moves. Finally, they try to parse out what to expect from the next wild few weeks in Congress and answer the eternal question: Why is Joe Manchin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

USWNT player Kelley O’Hara joins Amanda and Bryan to talk Tokyo Olympics, pay equity, and “Bachelor In Paradise.” O’Hara discusses her podcast for the Just Women’s Sports network and an upcoming season of incredible interviews with women athletes. She describes the unusual vibe at the Tokyo Olympics and how she feels about the responsibility imposed on women athletes to take a stand. Finally, they play a Bachelor In Paradise-inspired game in which Kelley assigns reality tv personalities to positions on the soccer pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda are back with a quick rundown of the debt ceiling debate: what’s the debt ceiling, why do we have it, and how did it become a political bargaining tool? They detail the calamity that would take place should government funding lapse and explain how Republicans manipulate the debt ceiling to promote their anti-spending agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda discuss why this year’s Emmys felt especially performative on diversity and list their biggest letdowns. Then they debrief on the first set of challenges to Texas’ abortion law brought by one former felon on house arrest and another pro-choice man in Chicago. Finally, they reflect on the devastating images of Haitians at the border and how the Biden administration is fighting to maintain a Trump-era asylum rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami react to the avalanche of weekend news stories, from “The Activist” pivoting its approach to France’s fury over submarines. Then they look behind the curtain of the barriers to passing the $3.5 trillion Biden agenda, including Kyrsten Sinema’s pharmaceutical funding and Manchin’s connections to fossil fuels. Plus, why the University of Virginia forged his daughter’s business degree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Emily Amick, who you may know as the face behind the viral political instagram account @EmilyinYourPhone and the co-host of the We’ve Got Issues podcast. To start, Emily shares her background, including being a former Counsel to Senator Chuck Schumer, working as a lawyer representing victims of terrorism, and now being an internet personality. Next, they chat about the state of the Democratic Party, how she would grade them so far, and what we could possibly do about Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema. Then, Emily shares her thoughts on the filibuster, before closing with some her frustrations about the way politics is covered these days. You can subscribe to Emily’s podcast, We’ve Got Issues on Apple and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin are back to react to Governor Gavin Newsom’s victory and what lessons Democrats can take into 2022. Did anyone “beat back Trumpism” and is COVID still a winning strategy? Then they break down the new voting legislation Democrats are introducing in the Senate to convince Joe Manchin that there is truly no voting rights bill Republicans will vote for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back with an absurdity-filled show. First they react to the 2021 Met Gala, from Nicki Minaj’s vaccine admission to AOC’s pointed statement. Did wearing a “Tax The Rich” dress to one of the most exclusive displays of wealth miss the mark? Then they discuss the new reality show “The Activist,” which pits social causes against each other for a chance to ask rich people for money they don’t need. Is there any way to spotlight the activist world in a reality competition space? We have some ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda are back to reflect on the weekend’s September 11 events and how they each processed that tragic day, while discussing how the nation’s leaders honored the occasion. Then they break down new revelations from former Trump press secretary, who details how Melania Trump reacted to the storming of the Capitol. For the Dame Buzzworthy news segment, they reflect on the electric US open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda check in on Congress’s back-to-work plans and give the Democratic Senate a third-quarter report card. Then they react to two toxic girlbosses: South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem and scammer Elizabeth Holmes. They discuss Noem’s ban on telemedicine abortion in her attempt to lead the culture war into 2024. Finally, they break down the trial of Theranos’ Elizabeth Holmes, her strange standom, and why we need more women crimelords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Duberman is joined by Kaytlin Bailey, stand-up comic and sex worker advocate, to break down the landscape for sex workers and prostitution policy in the US. They discuss how old-school feminism tarnishes sex work as anti-woman when criminalizing it actually feeds the patriarchy. Kaytlin also runs through some huge legal fights that will change the future for sex workers, and why victories for them mean better privacy and labor rights for all of us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Chris are back for something a little different -- an entirely Beyonce-themed episode in honor of her 40th birthday. They react to criticism of the star’s appearance with the Tiffany Diamond, a blood diamond and symbol of colonialism. They unpack Beyonce’s overall cultural influence, and how her evolution has changed her relationship with the public. And because at the end of the day they are all proud members of the Beyhive, they share their all-time favorite Beyoncé performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda sit down for a special Labor Day-themed episode. They detail their own work history, the role jobs have played in their lives, and the big pivots they’ve made along the way. They describe separating your work and your sense of self when we give so much to our jobs, and share advice for those just starting their professional lives  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and our favorite friend-of Chris Burns (@fatcarriebradshaw) discuss the fallout from the Supreme Court’s decision to let the Texas abortion ban remain in place. How long will abortion be illegal in Texas? They explain how devastating this is even to women who can still access abortion out of state. They discuss all the consequences of parenthood that are never factored into the conservative calculus about abortion. They also share anecdotes from the flash flooding in New York City that left Milly stranded at an Azalea Banks concert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imani Gandy of Rewire News Group and the Boom! Lawyered podcast returns to break down Texas’s “diabolical” new abortion law. She describes how Texas obliterated its own legal norms to deputize citizens to enforce the law, and explains the damage that’s already been done even if SCOTUS blocks it. Finally, she shares the potential landscape for what comes next. Then, Kaitlin and Amanda play a round of the blame game and look back to the 2016 failures that got us here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Bryan reflect on the end of the war in Afghanistan. Then, they discuss how the Biden administration has entered the chat on mask mandates, unleashing the Education Department to investigate whether mask bans violate the rights of people with disabilities. Then, they share the latest in Ron DeSantis’ never-ending quest to keep fabric off kids’ faces. They end with an update on potential new EU travel restrictions on the US while we keep our borders shut to Europeans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda debrief after Alise’s wild-style wedding. Then they share updates on Hurricane Ida’s impact on Lousiana, and why some people can’t heed “mandatory evacuations.” For the main topic, they break down how a shocking Texas law that puts a bounty on abortion providers managed to survive multiple court challenges, likely to take effect Wednesday. How did this happen? Finally, they share updates on civilian casualties from the US drone strikes in Afghanistan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda reunite for a jam-packed show. First they react to the new COVID vaccine names and propose some punchier alternatives. Then, they discuss the rising death rates in Florida and the sense of identity that has overcome anti-vaxxers, even when it’s children who are paying the price. Then they discuss the soulless monsters attempting to profit off the Afghan evacuations before asking the very important question: Why did Kylie Jenner get Stormi a school bus? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Litman of Run For Something and The Recount’s “battleground” podcast join our hosts to look ahead to 2022. They explain why Democrats have historically ignored the state-level races that have created problems for national democracy, and the work Republicans have put in behind the scenes. They discuss the potential of “critical race theory” to swing white suburban voters and how 2020 funding could have been better spent. Finally, they discuss how Democrats can govern without constantly weighing how Republicans will react. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to ask the question on everyone’s minds: did Andrew Cuomo try to rehome his dog? Survey says: not likely. Then, they break down a truly wild night in the House of Representatives as a group of moderates test Speaker Pelosi’s patience. But who is this fight really for? Finally, they share a story from the Arizona audit absolutely dripping in irony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Irene Merrow joins us to react to the impact of OnlyFan’s decision to ban sexually explicit content on its site. What is the difference between “sexually explicit” content and “nudity”? Irene explains why the policy will be left intentionally vague in order to punish some creators (non-white with diverse body types) more than others. She explains how celebrities have appropriated stripper culture and what people like Bella Thorne could actually be doing to support sex workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Yellin (@jessicayellin) joins Amanda for a timely bonus episode reflecting on the week of reporting on Afghanistan and the evacuation efforts. Yellin, founder of News Not News and former White House Correspondent who’s reported on Afghanistan for 20 years, explains exactly what we need to do to sustain pressure on leaders to ensure Afghans’ safety, why this is our obligation as Americans. Then, Yellin shares an excerpt of her interview with a woman in Afghanistan whose life has been turned upside down, in which she shares her greatest fears and a message for the rest of the world. Listen to the full 25-minute interview on Jessica’s page at @jessicayellin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back with your weekly politics/pop culture round-up, starting with the mess that has surrounded new Jeopardy host Mike Richards. They discuss why Richards was chosen over other fan favorites and his history of lewd comments about women. Then, they react to the charges against R.Kelly and the first high-profile #MeToo trial with mostly Black victims. Finally, they praise Larry David for going off on Alan Derschowitz in Martha’s Vineyard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are back to react to news that Texas Governor Greg Abbott has COVID and take some time to unpack the social and political factors that prolonged this pandemic longer than we ever expected. What happened to our great hopes for social change? They also share updates from Afghanistan, specifically how projecting western ideals -- including about feminism -- contributed to hopelessness after the Taliban takeover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda reflect on the end of a 20-year war that began dramatically in their childhoods and they watched end abruptly as adults. They discuss what we owe to the nation of 38 million people, many of them at risk because of their role in helping us. Then, they break down the basics of the California recall election and why Mitch McConnell really doesn’t want voters to know about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist Mosheh Oinounou joins Bryan and Amanda to break down the chaos and devastation in Afghanistan. He explains how the Taliban managed to take over Kabul so quickly, the effort to evacuate Americans and the tens of thousands of Afghans who helped us over 20 years, and what the US government failed to anticipate in its withdrawal. Finally, they consider the fate of women and girls whose rights and lives hang in the balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami hosts former US Secretary of Education John B. King, who is currently running for governor of Maryland. To kick things off, John shares the trajectory of his life so far, from leaving school at an early age to being part of the Obama administration and beyond. After that, they discuss the recent controversy surrounding Critical Race Theory, and why the whole issue is clouded by misinformation and bad-faith arguments. They also discuss his thoughts on the current state of education in the US and his policy ideas on how to improve the education system to better serve the needs of the country. To round it all off, they end by discussing his vision for the state of Maryland as he campaigns to become its governor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin start with an unfortunate story involving Subway, Megan Rapinoe, and Alise’s first job. Then they discuss the fallout from Governor Cuomo’s resignation. Who is Kathy Hochul and what is she walking into? They react to Cuomo’s claim the lines have been “redrawn” and why disgraced Democrats are more likely to resign than Republicans. Then they preview the upcoming battle over the reconciliation bill and debt ceiling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda discuss the Senate’s newly passed infrastructure bill before learning mid-show that Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York has resigned. They react to the surprising move and what’s in store for future governor Kathy Hochul. Then, they discuss why Governors Greg Abbott and Ron DeSantis are willing to let children die before admitting they were wrong about the pandemic and the state of outbreaks in Louisiana and Arkansas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda reflect on their favorite moments from the Olympics as the bizarre 2020 games come to an end. They discuss updates on disgraced New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and react to Brittany Commisso’s dramatic interview accusing him of crimes. Finally, they break down the UN’s petrifying new report that promises a century of hell, unless…. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, the hosts start off with another round of COVID updates as NYC becomes the first city to announce vaccine requirements for indoor events. Then, they discuss the recent controversy around Hollywood’s lack of meritocracy, kicked off by casting announcement of the short film THE RIGHTWAY. They round off the show with the Buzzworthy News headline brought to you by Dame, this time about Rihanna becoming the coolest billionaire yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts start with a quick convo with U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy about what he’d tell the vaccine reluctant if he had a finsta, breakthrough infections, and why we already have the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel: vaccines. Then, Kaitlin and Sami join to react to the new eviction moratorium and the Attorney General investigation into Governor Andrew Cuomo for sexual harassment and assault. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to break down Congress’s mad dash to finish its to-do list before senators simply must leave for vacation. They share easter eggs from the bipartisan infrastructure bill and what $550 billion actually gets done, and try to place blame in the eviction moratorium meltdown. Finally, they react to Senator Lindsey Graham getting COVID on Joe Manchin’s houseboat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda are joined by comedian and guest host Lane Moore to indulge our collective rage about the pandemic and how they’re coping as Lane embarks on a 30-city tour. Then they react to Matt Damon letting go of his favorite gay slurs and why it took the 50-year-old actor so long to say goodbye. For the Dame Buzzworthy news segment, they discuss Scarlett Johansson suing Disney+ for lost earnings related to “Black Widow.” Buy tickets to Tinder Live show in your city at lanemoore.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda discuss the insufferable series of white men attacking Simone Biles for taking care of herself, rising COVID cases in Tokyo, and how these Olympic games could impact professional athletes long-term. Then, they break down the controversy surrounding DaBaby’s homophobic comments the same week a prominent Democratic donor was convicted for murdering gay Black men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda start the show by sharing what’s brought them some light and joy amid the worsening pandemic and the climate apocalypse. Then, they look at some areas with surprisingly low vaccination rates and what’s contributing to it. Then they recap yesterday’s hearing on January 6 and how it broke us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda react to Simone Biles withdrawing from today’s Olympic event. Then, they contrast a male fencer credibly accused of sexual misconduct flown the games with a “safety plan” with female athletes with disabilities or children who have been denied special accommodations. Finally, Dr. Natasha Kathuria joins to answer your questions about the Delta variant, breakthrough infections, and how to tell whether you should be masking indoors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami are back to process the new phase of the pandemic, with Delta cases surging and questions about masking and breakthrough infections. They react to Republican course correcting on the vaccine, and who is still reluctant to get jabbed and why. They compare reactions to vaccine mandates in Europe and the US. Could the current polarization lead to a resurgence of dormant viruses? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by Malcolm Gladwell, journalist, author, and host of Revisionist History. To start, Malcolm shares what we can expect in the newest season of his podcast, which leads to a conversation about COVID-sniffing dogs. Then Sami and Malcolm dive into his upcoming 3-part series on The Little Mermaid and why it’s actually problematic. They discuss the depiction of masculinity and male dominance, and even the film’s parallels with the #FreeBritney movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda discuss a spate of sexist incidents involving female athletes, from Norwegian handball players being fined for wearing shorts to a Paralympian runner chastised for not wearing shorts. They discuss the broader significance of banning swim caps made for Black athletes before pivoting to the Texas abortion law, which gives abusers a pass to harass and control women’s lives by bribing residents with $10,000 to sue providers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda react to Jeff Bezos’ 11 minutes in space. What would we spend $28 million to do for 11 minutes? Then they break down the reasons behind the rise in the Delta variant, our own experience with breakthrough infections, and why it’s important to distinguish between anti-vaxxers and the vaccine hesitant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Bryan are joined by special guest co-host Rep. Eric Swalwell to talk BTS of Trump’s second impeachment, processing trauma from the Capitol riot, and Democratic strategy for 2022. Pick up Rep. Swalwell’s updated version of Endgame: The Impeachments Of Donald J. Trump wherever you buy books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda catch up on their recent international travels, the privilege of vaccination, and how other countries are managing the pandemic for a second summer. They discuss the latest #FreeBritney news and stay in the nostalgia zone for today’s Dame Buzzworthy news segment, which overs the 20th anniversary of “Legally Blonde” and Reese Witherspoon’s pending application to the billionaire’s club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to Megyn Kelly and Donald Trumps gaslighting. Then they break down President Biden’s forceful speech against voter suppression and why it missed the mark. Michelle Buteau joins ahead of season 2 of “First Wives Club” on BET+ to talk friendships during a pandemic, raising humane children in a chaotic world, and which politician would absolutely win The Circle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda are back to break down why Texas Democrats have left their state for the next 27 days to prevent a vote on sweeping voting rights restrictions. They explain how the lawmakers can be arrested if they return and how they plan to troll Congress while in exile. They break down a story of a Texas man arrested for accidentally voting three months before his parole ends, and how it highlights a key provision of HR1 allowing formerly incarcerated people to vote more freely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back with an international smorgasbord of news headlines. First up, they cover the assassination of Hatian president Jovenel Moïse amidst historical unrest in the country. They breakdown the search for the culprits and the possible motives behind the murder. Then, they take a short hop over to Cuba, where protests have sprouted all over the country over food shortages, blackouts, and the government’s poor handling of the pandemic. Then it’s time for the Buzzworthy Story of the day brought to you by Dame, where they cover Richard Branson’s Space Adventure yesterday in which he became the first billionaire to visit space on his very own spacecraft. Be sure to visit dameproducts.com/sup to learn more about their amazing toys for sex and get 15% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Alise and Milly are joined by Fat Carrie Bradshaw (Chris Burns) to break down the biggest pop culture news of the week. They start with a roundup of news from the Tokyo Olympics, covering Sha’Carri Richardson’s ban after testing positive for THC, a pair of Namibian women being barred from competing for their natural testosterone levels, and Japan’s state of emergency from rising COVID-19 infections. Then they bring us a few updates on Britney’s conservatorship case, before rounding it all out with Beverly Hills Housewife Erika Jayne’s latest setback from the courts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Kaitlin are back to discuss the projected winner of the NY mayoral race and what Eric Adam’s victory could mean about the state of the national Democratic ideology. Then, they breakdown Nikole Hannah-Jones announcement that she is rejecting UNC’s offer after a months long stand-off over tenure, and how conservative opposition of race politics has affected the course of education not necessarily for the better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda break down headlines from the long weekend, including backlash to the Ukrainian military requiring women to march in heels. Then, they look at the fallout from the gas pipeline explosion in the Gulf of Mexico and how it relates to climate change. Finally, they reflect on the six months since the Capitol insurrection and what has and hasn’t changed since the attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Alise and Amanda bring you a special holiday episode based on your requests. First, they share how their lives and work have changed since Biden’s inauguration, from the mostly good to the surprisingly challenging. Then they play a July 4 edition of Would You Rather featuring all your faves plus the biggest threats to America since 1776. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, Amanda, and Kaitlin are back for our first weekly episode with a new pop culture/feminism focus -- just in time for Bill Cosby’s release. They discuss the complicated nature of Cosby’s newfound freedom and look at how the system was designed to fail the women who sacrificed so much to get justice. They react to Phylicia Rashad’s painful response and whether it’s Black women who should be punished for men’s actions. Finally, they discuss why Bill Cosby is free when Britney Spears isn’t.  CW: This episode does not contain descriptions of sexual assault, but does discuss how sexual assault cases move through the justice system in a manner that may be triggering for some listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda break down the drama with NYC’s mayoral count this week. Then they react to Nancy Pelosi deciding to name an additional Republican to the ⅙ committee and play our hardest game of would you rather yet. Then, as requested, Kaitlin explains the obscure 1929 law that capped the House at 435 members, and why this doesn’t serve Americans in states big or small. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda discuss the heat wave endangering lives across the country and why some areas were so ill-prepared for it while explaining specifically how climate change impacts the temperature. Then they react to Joe Biden’s fumbling of the infrastructure bill, explain why everyone threw a tantrum, and consider what this signals about Biden’s agenda moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Sami, and Amanda are back to recount their rides on the struggle bus this weekend. Then they share breaking news that the Supreme Court will leave trans students alone about what bathrooms they decide to use. Finally, they reflect on how the corporatization of Pride impacted celebrations this year, and why people are becoming more suspicious of who profits from social justice movements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Chicago-based entrepreneur, pop culture commentator and podcast host, Kate Kennedy. To start, they begin with a conversation on how Kate started her doormat venture following a 7 year career in corporate marketing and advertising. Next, they chat about how Kate grapples with being a solo female podcast host in the male-dominated world of podcasts and some of her favorite topics to discuss about on her podcast, Be There in Five. Then they share their love for pop culture, diving into some of the latest headlines including Erika Jayne’s financial scandal, before closing out with their takes on the Chrissy Teigen apology tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly and Amanda are joined by Betches resident pop culture expert Dylan Hafer to break down the state of Britney Spears’ conservatorship after the pop stars’ shocking statement that her handlers have abused and mistreated her, and track how everyone’s favorite 90s icon became a spokesperson for disability rights. Then, they react to accusations that “In The Heights” erases Afro-Latinos, and why a movie about Milly’s life story about being a Dominican Afro Latina in New York City would be just as entertaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to the Senate’s showdown over voting rights and what the future holds for the rest of the Democratic agenda if we don’t end the filibuster. Then, they check in on the NYC mayor’s race and make predictions about who will end up on top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Alise, and Amanda are back for a Pride/sports mashup. First they react to NFL player Carl Nassib coming out and what it means for young gay kids and the intersections of homophobia and masculinity. Then they break down the Supreme Court’s decision to open the door to college athletes earning money for their success, and how the NCAA’s policy against it hurts women and minorities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda react to news that the Olympics will welcome fans in Tokyo. Then they break down the American arm of the Roman Catholic Church’s move to deny Joe Biden from taking Holy Communion because of his support of abortion rights. What’s the endgame here? Finally, Imani Gandy of the Boom! Lawyered podcast and Rewire News Group joins to analyze recent decisions from the Supreme Court and what’s next in the abortion fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is back for this week’s Afternoon Tea to chat with Em Schultz, co-creator and co-host of the award-winning podcast, And That’s Why We Drink. They start off by talking about where Em’s passion for paranormal came from, which leads to a conversation about Em’s very first ghost encounter with their grandfather. Next Em shares how they met their co-host Christine, the moment they decided to start a podcast, and some of their favorite paranormal topics to talk about. Then, they dive into a discussion about the role gender identity played in Em’s life and the process of coming to understand their identity. To close out, Em reflects on their experience growing up in the South and some of the proudest moments of their career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda are back for a quick debrief on the SCOTUS cases that dropped this morning. Have Republicans finally become distracted enough by fake voter fraud to leave Obamacare alone? Then, they run through Joe Manchin’s list of demands when it comes to voting rights and what it has in common with When Harry Met Sally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda try to read between the lines of Kamala Harris’s Senate ladies night. What did Veep talk about with Lisa Murkowski and where was Kyrsten Sinema? Then they react to the Senate unanimously voting to establish Juneteenth as a federal holiday, but not without a tantrum from this Republican. Finally, they continue yesterday’s discussion on the mayor’s race and Kaitlin shares her perspective as a lifelong New Yorker, and why we hope to be surprised by the outcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Alise, and Amanda are back to recap Alise’s Bachelorette and react to a DC executive rejecting an oral sex scene. Then, they break down the upcoming New York City mayor’s race, the differences between candidates, the role of policing, and how this moment in the country’s national politics will impact who will become the next mayor of New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan, and Amanda discuss the pandemic habits they just can’t seem to shake. Then, they break down a series of headlines about the Trump administration’s investigation into the media, members of Congress, and its own lawyers. They explain why some have been disappointed in Merrick Garland’s handling of the Biden DOJ, and why it’s important, even if unpleasant, to keep constant tabs on our failed but ambitious would-be fascist leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by activist, speaker, model, and writer Corey Rae. To start off the conversation (and in spirit of Pride Month) Corey shares her favorite Pride memory of the time she met Laverne Cox, and considers what a post-pandemic Pride will look like this year. They chat about Corey’s experience growing up transgender, becoming the world’s first openly transgender prom queen, then living in stealth for next five years. They also discuss how the 2016 Orlando shooting led Corey to share her viral blog post “Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself.” They talk about navigating the world as a trans person and having a support system through the process. To finish off, Sami and Corey talk about Hollywood’s diversity problem and the need for more inclusive, positive transgender stories in media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda commemorate Sup’s 500th episode and share future plans for the show. Then they dive deep into a ProPublica report showing just how little billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk pay in taxes compared to the average American. They offer a rebuttal to those who insist Jeff Bezos is entitled to hoard billions and what Elizabeth Warren was right about all along. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rep. Mondaire Jones of New York joins Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda to discuss his first year in Congress. What would he tell the HR manager six months in? Then they discuss the parts of the For The People Act that haven’t received enough attention, especially when it comes to gerrymandering. Finally, they all commiserate over Joe Biden’s failure to forgive student loan debt and when we might see some relief.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda react to the day’s headlines, from a new Senate report telling us what we already knew about the Capitol riot to Vice President Kamala Harris’s stark warning to migrants from Central America. How can we have a productive conversation that acknowledges immigration is complicated without being callous? Finally, they play a Bachelorette-themed edition of Would You Rather in honor of Alise’s upcoming nuptials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Sami and Amanda start by recapping the government-building in Israel and what the end of Bibi Netanyahu’s term might mean for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Then they react to Joe Manchin’s stunning announcement that he will not save democracy by voting in favor of the For The People Act. They discuss what this means for upcoming elections and whether there’s any hope for the rest of President Biden’s agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Chasten Buttigieg, husband of Transportation Secretary and former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, and author of the book I Have Something To Tell You. They start off with a conversation about pandemic weight gain and how Chasten embraced being the best version of himself. Next, they shift the conversation to chat about what it was like for Chasten to grow up gay in the Midwest and how his life has changed since becoming a public spouse. Plus they talk about one of Chasten’s favorite Pride memories, which leads to a conversation about a visibility march he attended in his hometown. Lastly, they play a game of What Do You Do (D.C. Edition) where Sami asks Chasten questions including how he would react if he bumped into Bernie Sanders in a bathroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist Ari Berman of Mother Jones joins Amanda and Sami to discuss the five-alarm fire when it comes to voting rights and the safety of our democracy. He breaks down what the most egregious voting laws have in common, why the Texas bill feels especially dystopian, and the difference between the For The People Act and HR 1. We try desperately to inhabit Joe Manchin’s state of mind and map out what 2024 could look like without voter protections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Amanda, and Kaitlin discuss Florida’s anti-trans bill and address whether transgender girls (aka girls) playing in girls sports limits opportunities for those assigned female at birth, explaining why this is a false choice that lets Republicans spread a message of transphobia and fear. Then, they run through some of Dr. Fauci’s most endearing leaked emails. Finally, they explain what’s different about Texas’s voter suppression law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are joined by Dylan Hafer, host of Betches new daily pop culture podcast Pop Alarm. They start with some reactions to the “Mare Of Easttown” finale. Then, they discuss widespread criticism of Naomi Osaka’s decision not to do press at the French Open, prompting her to withdraw from the tournament. Why wasn’t this woman of color’s decision to prioritize her mental health respected? They share the racist and sexist elements to the reaction and how they’ve been punished for setting boundaries in their own lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are back for a special alien-themed episode as we await the Pentagon’s report on UFOs. They break down what to expect in the highly anticipated report and how unexplained sightings in recent years have launched the alien convo into mainstream politics. They discuss their own extraterrestrial theories and consider how our fave politicians would react to an alien invasion. Finally, they play an alien-themed version of Would You Rather Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by host of Confronting: Columbine and Director of Fundraising and Project Journey Coordinator, Amy Over. They start off with a conversation on Amy’s experience as a Columbine survivor and what it is like still living with its aftermath. Next, they chat about how the shooting impacted her response to trauma as well how it influenced the way she raised her kids. Plus, they have a discussion about reliving the burden of survivor’s guilt and coping with it. Lastly, they chat about how to build a support system and find help with healing from trauma. You can listen to Confronting: Columbine on Spotify of wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts discuss two notoriously dangerous Karens: Amy Cooper and Marjorie Taylor Greene. They react to Amy Cooper suing her company for firing her after the viral video showed her jeopardizing a Black man’s life by calling the cops to Central Park. Then, they break down how Republicans have exploited Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Holocaust appropriation, and what they should actually do to protect Jews in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts react to a break in the Trump investigation and imagine which Trump would be the best lifetime roommate. For the main topic, they break down reactions to the 1619 Project amid news that a prominent journalism school is denying Nicole Hannah-Jones tenure amid widepsread conservative backlash to the simple concept of acknowledging the country’s early commitment to enslaving people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda discuss the first anniversary of George Floyd’s murder. They reflect on culture shifts in the year since and look back on how the moment caused a movement. Then, they react to a viral story out of Florida, where a high school egregiously edited girls yearbook portraits, and revisit how similar experiences of shaming and objectification in high school continue to impact them as adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are back to discuss what they diidn’t miss about life before the pandemic and reveal which university will no longer use typical classnames. Then they describe the alarming increase in antisemitic attacks and how easily language about the Israeli-Hamas conflict can be exploited. They react to Liz Cheney’s sudden break from from reality and share details of the latest child sex offender to run for Congress. Then, they’re joined by Amani of Muslim Girl to discuss how to continue advocating for Palestinians human rights even when the conflict falls out of mainstream headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Marisa Kabas, writer, activist, and Co-Founder and Editorial Director of Crush2020. They start with a conversation about her experience with the healthcare system after receiving a hospital bill totaling over $475,000. Plus, Marisa shares some the most absurd costs she discovered in her invoice. Next, they shift the conversation to discuss their views towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, how it's been playing out on social media, and how religion fuels the conflict. Lastly, they talk about the face of American Jewry and their takes on what that is going to evolve into. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts open the show with a Shot Girl Summer thought exercise. Then, they roast the Republicans for deciding they don’t care to investigate the murderous mob that stormed their office six months ago, and share other updates about the Capitol riot that emerged since January. Finally, they look into how “pro-life” Texas Governor Greg Abbott really is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s two-part episode includes an interview with Palestinian academic and commentator Dr. Yara Hawari. She describes how periods of escalating violence and Israeli military attacks result in devastation in Gaza even beyond the death toll, causing widespread injuries and demolishing livelihoods. She also explains how the forced expulsions in Sheikh Jarrah signify longer-term attempts by the Israeli government to fragment where Palestinians can live and work. Then, the hosts react to news that a Trump investigation has gone criminal and the Supreme Court’s alarming abortion to-do list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are joined by Sup podcast director Sean Kilby to discuss revelations that Bill Gates may not have been the model citizen his pristine reputation suggests. They break down reports that he enjoyed spending time at Jeffrey Epstein’s mansion and made inappropriate advances towards women at Microsoft for years. Finally, they discuss how wealth is often -- and wrongly -- connected to morality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are back to recap the weekend of escalating violence after Israeli rockets killed dozens of Palestinians, including many children, bringing the death toll to 197, while Hamas missiles have killed 10 Israelis. They discuss conflicting reports about whether Hamas was operating in a building housing media outlets and how the Biden administration’s response has fallen short amid an international outcry about the humanitarian toll of the Israeli military response. Finally, they discuss the false choice between criticizing the inhumane and appalling actions of the Israeli government and believing in its right to exist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by writer and author of the newly released book, A Special Place For Women. They start off with a conversation about Laura’s background and how she got onto the path to becoming an author. They talk about Laura’s early career as a performer in New York City and how writing became a creative outlet for her before deciding to pursue it as a career. Next, Laura shares some insight behind how she landed her book deal and how aspiring writers can do the same. Plus, she also shares some of the ways she finds inspiration to write her books. Finally, they talk about the book Laura is currently working on and some of the elements that inspired her piece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are joined by Shaniqua Mcclendon, political director of Crooked Media, to discuss the voting rights battle coming to a head in the Senate. Shaniqua breaks down what the filibuster is, why it’s outdated, and how tying its reform to Voting Rights could save our democracy. Casual. Then, they brainstorm ways to get Joe Manchin on board with ending the filibuster and discuss the voting rights bill in the context of voter suppression bills across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts have a deeper discussion about the tensions in Israel and Palestine as violence escalates between the Israeli military and Hamas. They discuss why the violence can be difficult to discuss, and the bad political actors who take advantage of justified emotions. Then, they discuss Republican attempts to form a third party amid the ouster of Liz Cheney from leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts are back for a pop culture filled episode. First, we break down the controversy surrounding the Golden Globes and Hollywood Foreign Press Association after NBC announced it won’t air next year’s ceremony and explain how the HFPA’s repeated failure to reform will hurt artists this year. Then they explore the internet’s reaction to Gwyneth Paltrow saying she broke down to eat bread. Finally, they share an interview with the Kentucky Derby horse owner claiming his winning horse is a victim of “cancel culture.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, and Amanda break down two converging moments in the pandemic: the first-ever nationwide case decline, and a shocking job report signaling we’re not quite ready to return to pre-pandemic life. They discuss the factors that have prevented some from returning to the workforce, particularly women. Why are men re-entering the labor market while women keep leaving it? Then, they break down a spate of abortion bans across the U.S. Finally, Amanda chats with Alexis McGill Johnson, CEO of Planned Parenthood of America, to discuss National Health Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by former Communications Director for TIME’S UP, Emily Favreau. They chatted about what it was like growing up with a politically adjacent family, the moment Emily started to really think about politics, and the early stages of her career working as Deputy Press Secretary to Senator Sherrod Brown. Next, Emily shares how she met Crooked Media's Jon Favreau, some of her favorite memories at the White House (including one with Michelle Obama), and what pregnancy and motherhood have been like during the pandemic. Lastly, Sami and Emily face off in a special Taylor Swift trivia game, moderated by The Betches Sup Amanda Duberman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, and Amanda break down the turmoil among Republicans in Congress and how Donald Trump is orchestrating their every move, including replacing Liz Cheney with Elise Stefanik. They break down a Facebook oversight board’s decision to maintain a ban on Trump for another six months, and the rollout of his own new social media platform. Finally, they discuss the absolutely insane election audit in Maricopa County, Arizona, and wrap up with a Mother’s Day edition of Would You Rather. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda welcome back Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois. They discuss her new memoir Every Day Is A Gift, and how she balanced stories of tragedy and sacrifice with dirty jokes and well-placed swear words. She describes her own experiences with child poverty and how her father’s resistance to government support mirrors policy objections today. Finally, she explains why she stood up to the Biden administration’s delay in appointing Asian American nominees, and how she finally got them to move the needle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Amanda, and Alise give an update on Florida’s Least Finest, Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis. Why is a man letting his aging population remain in danger a top 2024 contender? Then, they react to the divorce of Bill and Melinda Gates, and what it means for which issues get funding and prioritization. Finally, they explain why some New Yorkers are so opposed to Andrew Yang as mayor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Bryan, and Sami are back to debrief on the dialogue about mask-wearing outdoors. Are we clinging to our masks, or to our pandemic superiority complexes? They break down new data suggesting that the United States won’t achieve herd immunity, and explore what might happen when the vaccine hesitant wellness influencers realize they can’t travel unvaccinated. Finally, they break down an Idaho anti-trans law that could determine the fate of trans women in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Gabrielle Bluestone, journalist, Emmy-nominated executive producer of Fyre on Netflix, and author of Hype: How Scammers, Grifters, and Con Artists Are Taking Over the Internet— and Why We’re Following. They start off with a conversation about her new book and the moment she realized the overhyped Fyre Festival was not what it claimed to be. Next, they discuss the rise of the scammer industry, why it seems like we live in an age where scams are the new normal, and how we as consumers can stop getting played. To end the episode, they play a round of The Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about what the world would look like without marketing and advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan, and Amanda react to President Biden’s address to Congress and the nation. They break down the strongest and most surprising moments, and check in on how Fox News is handling it. They reflect on the first 100 days of the Biden administration and consider the most meaningful moments, from symbolic to substantive. Finally, they check in on America’s favorite disgraced mayor Rudy Giuliani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda celebrate the completion of Sup’s inoculation program and discuss why it’s hard to tell the difference between vaccine symptoms and being in your 30s. Then, they break down the fake and retracted news story that the government handed out copies of Kamala Harris’s children’s book. How did a clearly inaccurate claim take off so quickly? And what does it tell us about how Republicans will approach 2024? Finally, they explain the ranked choice voting system that will determine New York City’s next mayor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Bryan, Amanda, and Alise break down the most influential numbers from this week’s Census data, and explain how they could change the landscape of electoral politics for decades. They explore the factors that have led to decreased birth rates and how Biden wants to tax the rich to make it easier to create more people. Finally, they unpack Caitlyn Jenner’s run for California governor and the factors that led to Gavin Newsom’s potential recall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Sami, and Amanda react to this year’s historic and unusual Oscar ceremony, and explain how the show’s past blind spots can derail it despite increased representation. They also discuss new numbers showing that many Americans aren’t returning for second vaccine doses, and why our broken culture of work is to blame. Then, they break down why SNL might have invited a controversial CEO to host, what it says about the state of entertainment, and the myth of the self made, aspirational male billionaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Holly Whitaker, Founder and CEO of Tempest and author of Quit Like A Woman. They start with a conversation about Holly’s experience and journey to sobriety. Next, they talk about the parallels between the cigarette and alcohol industries and how drinking patterns have shifted over the years. They also discuss the origin and history of Alcoholics Anonymous and its ties to patriarchal ideas. Then, Holly talks about the story behind Tempest and shares its approach to recovery that focuses on the root cause of addiction. Finally, it’s time for The Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about the importance and power of self healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Alise, and Amanda are back for a fun-filled Earth Day bonanza. First, they run through all the festive items at betches.co/supshop. Then they debrief on President Biden’s climate summit and what it means to reduce emissions by half by 2030. They give an update on the Green New Deal and why we need to regard the climate crisis the same way we have COVID. Finally, they play a hilarious game of Would You Rather: Earth Day edition and consider who should be damned to eternity to pick up dead birds from wind turbines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda are back to react to the guilty verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin. They reflect on the year it took to get here, how rare the conviction is, and why they fear it won’t impact future attempts to hold police accountable. Then, they discuss the police shooting of Ma’Khia Bryant, and Kaitlin shares her own experience with over-policing as a teenager. Finally, they discuss how both Darnella Frazier, who filmed George Floyd’s death, and Bryant have been deprived the privilege of youth. To learn more about the deaths of the Ferguson activists, visit: https://apnews.com/article/436251b8a58c470eb4f69099f43f2231 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda kick off 4/20 by sharing a few cannabis-related anecdotes. They also break down the chances for federal legalization and why Joe Biden is being a narc about it. Then, they discuss the continued fallout from Maxine Waters’ statement about the protests, and explain why it’s disingenuous to compare it to Trump’s incitement of violence on January 6. Finally, they share a story from New Jersey of police harassing and arresting Black teens for riding bikes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan start the week with the a few updates on the Indianapolis FedEx shooting last week including what we know about the shooter’s history and possible motives behind his actions. They also reflect on the current worrying rise of gun violence in America as the country begins to reopen and return to a degree of normalcy. Then, they discuss the trial of Derek Chauvin as we enter into the final stage of the trial, and how the city of Minneapolis is preparing for the potential unrest following the verdict. Finally, they talk about the GOP’s outrageous attempt to remove Maxine Water from Congress following her statements promoting social justice, led by none other than Marjorie Taylor Greene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Hallie Jackson, NBC News Senior Washington Correspondent and MSNBC anchor. They start with a conversation about Hallie’s career trajectory prior to her joining MSNBC in 2014. Next, Hallie shares some of the most challenging things she’s reported on, covering the biggest stories from our nation's capital, as well as what it was like co-moderating the 2020 Democratic debate in Las Vegas. They also chatted about Hallie’s recent exclusive reporting on American extremism, the recent mental health fallout from the Capitol insurrection, and her experience giving birth in the early days of the pandemic. Lastly, it’s time for the final segment, where Sami gets a chance to answer The Four Questions herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda are joined by Dr. Abdul El-Sayed to talk all about medicare for all: what is it, why is it good, and how can we make it happen? Dr. El-Sayed explains what moved him to write “Medicare For All: A Citizen’s Guide,” and how to explain to your conservative uncle why a single-payer system is clearly superior. Then, Dr. Natasha Kathuria calls in to provide context for this week’s announcement about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. She breaks down the exact reasons for the pause and how the transparency around the pause proves we’ve never been safer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda cover two news headlines with back-to-back interviews, starting with Rep. Andy Levin, who joins to contextualize the outcome of the Amazon union vote, explain why it’s not actually a failure, and detail what comes next for workers’ rights. Then, Chris Burns aka @fatcarriebradshaw, host of “The Betchelor,” joins to break down news that former Bachelor Colton Underwood is gay. How does this put his previous behavior into context, and will we finally see a gay bachelor? Finally, Chris tells you what tropes to avoid when reacting to public figures coming out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda start the episode with more details about the tragic killing of Daunte Wright, including the circumstances that lead to his death and the public response since. Next, they talk about the CDC calling a temporary halt to Johnson & Johnson vaccines after a rare blood clotting issue was discovered. How will this affect the public’s confidence in the J&J vaccine, and vaccines as a whole? Finally, they discuss the role of politics in the vaccine conversation and how we might actually convince people to buy into the idea of vaccine passports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Amanda, and Sami are back to react to two instances of police brutality brought to light over the weekend, beginning with the tragedy in Minneapolis. They break down what we know so far about the killing of 20-year-old Daunte Wright just miles away from the Derek Chauvin trial. They describe a video showing an Afro-Latino army lieutenant threatened and assaulted by Virginia police late last year, and explain how both men’s stories highlight the devastating calculations Black men must make simply driving to get from place to place. Finally, they do a Royal update and check in on Matt Gaetz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by Remy Kassimir, comedian, actor, and host of the podcast How Cum. They begin with a conversation about how Remy conceptualized the idea behind her podcast and her experience and journey to female orgasm. Next, they chat about why feeling pleasure in your own body is important with or without a partner, and how learning to see yourself outside male gaze makes sex better. They also discuss the stigma around the elusive female orgasm (and why it shouldn’t be so elusive) and how her relationship with herself evolved as she discovered her sexuality. Next, they talk about how to feel more comfortable talking to your partner about sex, asking for what you want in the bedroom, and some the of telltale signs that you’re not sexually compatible with your partner. Lastly, it’s time for The Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about a spontaneous pick me up going through through a car wash while blasting music (and other things). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Milly, and Amanda are back for an episode that contains multitudes. First, they react to this week’s Khloe Kardashian drama and how diet culture and beauty standards are inextricable from politics. Then, they give an update on the Derek Chauvin trial. Sami explains why she feels a responsibility to absorb it while Milly recalls a personal anecdote that makes it all the more traumatizing to relive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda are back with another Matt Gaetz update, this time related to his request to Trump for a pardon. For the main topics, they react to Mitch McConnell’s threat to corporations to “stay out of politics” after passionately arguing for decades to keep them in -- and why Georgia’s voting law has finally exposed the GOP’s long descent into extremism. Then, they discuss Arkansas’ new anti-trans bill becoming law even after the GOP governor tried to stop it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda are back to debrief on everything that’s happened with the Matt Gaetz investigation and its fallout, including claims he showed photos of nude women to congressional colleagues. They explain why Gaetz was emboldened to repeat his lewd behavior, and how it mirrors toxic workplaces for women across industries. Then, they explain how Joe Biden can pass his $2 trillion infrastructure bill and why it should be even bigger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to check on the Trump crime family, detailing a scam by the Trump campaign to steal millions from older and vulnerable supporters to pay off its debts and Ivanka’s failed women’s empowerment initiative. Then, they break down the fall out from Georgia’s voter restriction law and how Governor Brian Kemp is gaslighting the business community into blaming private citizens from out of state. Finally, they unpack a ridiculous story about banned yoga in an Alabama elementary school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami Sage is joined by writer, author, and cultural critic Anne Helen Petersen. They begin with a conversation about Anne’s background, including getting her PhD in celebrity studies, working for Buzzfeed as a culture writer, and turning her Substack into a full time job. Next, they dive into a conversation about how millennials became the burnout generation, what the digital life has become, and dealing with boredom. They also talk about post-pandemic work life, finding new ways of working that make people happier and more productive, and sustaining a work-life balance (why do we insist on traveling back to an office everyday?). Then, they touch on and the problematic beliefs of dieting and body image and how male diet culture has heightened during the pandemic. Finally, it’s time for The Four Questions, where Anne talks about what a post-capitalist society would look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda reunite to celebrate the legalization of adult-use cannabis in New York (not like that..) and outline three ways the state can work to repair the damage that criminalization has caused to minority communities. Then, they have a candid conversation about anxieties around returning to “normal” life as the pandemic’s next phase launches a large portion of Americans back into the real world. What practices has society developed that we should hold onto, and what was toxic? How will workplaces handle the transition? And how are we ever going to breathe on each other again?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda breakdown the first two days of the Derek Chauvin trial, and react to leading arguments from the defense that rely on dehumanizing stereotypes about Black people, and explain the trauma of reliving a case so clear cut. They share an update following the brutal anti-Asian hate crime in New York this week. Finally, a freshly vaxxed Alise Morales joins to react to an investigation into whether Matt Gaetz had an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl, and his bizarre explanation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back to celebrate universal vaccine eligibility in most states, and contrast that with the “impending doom” coming as CDC heads warn of more sickness and death. They reflect on how the pandemic has altered social media, and the collective growing pains we’ll experience as normal life resumes. Then, they break down Amazon workers’ efforts to unionize in Alabama, the appalling workplace conditions that led to it, and Jeff Bezos’s batshit response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Sami, and Amanda are back to break down the moral panic following Lil Nas X’s new video, and explain how the post-Trump news void has left some on both sides of the aisle clawing for relevance. Then, they cover the fallout from Georgia’s new voting legislation and how to undo it. Best route? Elect Stacey Abrams. Finally, they share details from Minneapolis as the city begins its case against Derek Chauvin, including details about jury selection and signals for what the rest of the trial might hold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by TV host, journalist, and correspondent for NBC4-LA and IMDB, Danielle Robay. They start with a conversation about Danielle’s career journey from growing up in Chicago, moving to LA to live in a garage and work for free until eventually landing her first paid event on the red carpet. Next, Danielle talks about the intersection between politics and pop culture, what it was like having Larry King as her mentor, and some of her experiences as a woman working in media. They also talk about what men can do to be active allies for women in the workplace, where she sees the news industry heading, and why diverse newsrooms matter. Finally, it’s time for the Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about Danielle’s wish to solve the global learning crisis (climate change too). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan catch up on the latest in vaccination news, including Bryan’s experience getting his second dose and that messy bitch AstraZeneca. Then, they detail yet ANOTHER scandal involving Andrew Cuomo, this time related to giving family and VIPs access to COVID testing at the height of the pandemic. Then, they introduce you to the Republican Senate candidates so bad they might hand two ruby red states to Democrats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda are back to address the real root of the gun reform debate: upholding white supremacist patriarchy. We explore how Democrats could pursue filibuster reform and break down the Republicans (and Democrat) who are trying to stop it. Seems like we need to background check the Senate, or at least, check to find the Democrat left in Joe Manchin. Finally, they address misguided reverence for the original Constitution, which even the founders knew would need some updates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise and Amanda react to yet another mass shooting in America, this time in Boulder, Colorado. They discuss the fact that shooters in Atlanta and Boulder are 21-year-old men, and how our society needs to get better at interrupting violent ideation before lives are lost. They run through the familiar gun safety refrains related to universal background checks and automatic weapons bans, and consider whether Congress will finally take action. Then, they discuss Spring Break crowds in Miami and why the Florida government is to blame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda are joined by journalist Emma Gray to discuss how the most recent season of “The Bachelor” botched yet another important conversation about race, this time at the emotional expense of its Black lead. We look back on the choices the franchise made for decades that led to the most recent implosion, analyze why Chris Harrison is such a big part of the problem, and explain why we’re unlikely to see meaningful change anytime soon. Then, they break down Andrew Cuomo’s positive poll numbers despite mounting sexual misconduct allegations and an FBI investigation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this bonus episode, Amanda is joined by two leaders in the Asian American community. First, NBC reporter Kimmy Yam explains how a direct line can be made from the historical marginalization of Asian women in America to Tuesday’s mass shooting in Georgia, and describes her own fears as an Asian woman in an urban area. Then, Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA) shares his family’s experience in Japanese internment camps, the legal origins of anti-Asian discrimination, and the intersection of racism and homophobia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by comedian and writer Blaire Erskine, who gained popularity making satirical Twitter videos in response to prominent right-wing political figures. They start with Blaire’s upbringing in a small town in South Georgia, how she became more politically involved once she moved to Atlanta, and her thoughts on the Georgia elections. Next, they talk about her early comedy career in improv and standup comedy before going viral overnight with her parody video of Dan Maples' wife, and how she comes up with these skits. They also talk about pandemic puppies and weddings, their TV binge list, and Blaire’s next career move in writing for TV. Finally, it’s time for the Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about Blaire winning an Audience Choice Award for her short film about forbidden love featuring sock puppets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda sit down with Eliza Orlins, a candidate for Manhattan District Attorney and a public defender in New York City for 12 years. Orlins details her experience representing the city’s most marginalized people, and how the cash bail system criminalizes poverty and has lifelong impacts on people jailed for minor crimes they might not have even committed. She explains what a DA can do on day 1 to dramatically change the lives of New Yorkers, and how the DA could have intervened sooner in Harvey Weinstein and Donald Trump’s crimes. Finally, the “Survivor” and “Amazing Race” alum tells us which New York politician she’d take with her on the “Amazing Race.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin, Alise, and Amanda react to the racially motivated murder of eight people in Atlanta, including six Asian women. They connect the tragedy to rising anti-Asian hate crimes in America that disproportionately impact women, and look at how American popular culture has systematically dehumanized East Asian women for centuries. They discuss how salon workers are often marginalized and victimized, and analyze why perpetrators of mass shootings almost always have a history of misogyny. Finally, they explain why you need to check your friends who are rude to salon staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Milly, and Amanda react to the Biden administration’s victory lap after ramping up vaccine production and sending cash to Americans. Is Joe Biden already angling for a 2024 run? Plus, they react to conservative tantrums that he isn’t doing enough press conferences. Then, they break down the documentary series “Allen vs. Farrow.” Why did it take so long for people to push Allen off a pedestal, and why has he had control of the narrative for all these years? Finally, they discuss what has shifted since the 1990s that cast Dylan Farrow’s story in a different light.  TW: This episode contains vague references to child sexual abuse and grooming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan, and Amanda discuss rising calls for Andrew Cuomo’s resignation and reconcile bad faith accusations that Democrats won’t hold themselves accountable with the reality of Cuomo’s misconduct. Then, they react to the murder of London resident Sarah Everard and subsequent protests. What steps can men take to make women in their cities safer, and how do media and entertainment normalize the brutalization of women? We reflect on whether it’s time to give up true crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for Afternoon Tea, and this week Sami is joined by author, motivational speaker, and Mindvalley founder Vishen Lakhiani. They start with a chat about Vishen’s transition from working at a thriving Silicon Valley startup to becoming a meditation teacher, and ultimately starting the company he runs today. He gives insights into meditation techniques that really work, shares the key lessons he’s learned for starting a business, and explains why it’s important to celebrate every small victory along the way. They discuss the current state of American culture, including how it’s connected to echo chambers and the primitive mind. Finally, Sami asks the Four Questions and they close the show with a conversation about how to save the planet (no big deal). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Sami, and Amanda reflect on the one year anniversary of the day the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic. They recount the early, terrifying days when Milly almost got stuck in Europe, and recall the national failures that led us to 529,000+ deaths. They discuss mixed feelings about their own vaccine eligibility and share how the last 12 months have changed them. Finally, they explain what’s happened in the Breonna Taylor case one year after her death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda do a biannual survey of the state of cancel culture, analyzing three recent events that highlight increased polarization that only one side seems to be complaining about. They look back at “Looney Tunes’” Pepe Le Pew amid news the sexually aggressive skunk will not be included in the “Space Jam” sequel. They analyze a controversial columnist’s warnings that nice white people are being silenced, and compare accusations of “cancel culture” to who has actually suffered as a result of a changing internet: good journalists laid off from their jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, and Amanda are back to elaborate on how race factored into the British press’s discrimination against Meghan Markle, and how her biracial status earned her support among the most dedicated advocates. Then, they react to Piers Morgan throwing a tantrum on behalf of the queen. Finally, they discuss how the COVID relief’s transformational child tax credit -- a $300 monthly benefit per child! -- will impact their friends and families, and discuss the role finances have played in delaying parenthood in their own lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan, and Amanda react to Oprah’s bombshell interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. They unpack the special’s most shocking revelations and how closely they mirror Princess Diana’s experience in the Royal Family, while discussing how racism compounded the vitriol Meghan experienced. They discuss allegations that Meghan and Harry “want it both ways” or seemed “disingenuous” by zooming out to the broader role the monarchy plays in British society. Finally, they react to the palace’s refusal to provide emergency mental health treatment during Meghan’s serious mental health episodes and which family member might have inquired after Archie’s skin tone.  TW: This episode contains references to suicide and suicidal ideation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami is joined by civil rights activist, MSNBC legal analyst, and New York City mayoral candidate Maya Wiley. They start with a chat about what inspired Maya to run for mayor and the exceptional challenges we face in a pandemic. Maya tells us what her top priorities would be in office, which leads to a conversation about rising housing prices and the need for programs to help marginalized communities recover. They discuss the prospect of being the city’s first female mayor, and why it’s so important to address job loss among women in the last year. They talk about the impact of women of color in civil rights activism (including how Maya’s parents inspired her success) with some stories about how to achieve genuine progress with policing. They also explain why ranked choice voting (which will be used in this year’s mayoral election) is a better way to select our leaders and preserve democracy. Finally, it’s time for the Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about a warm, sunny vacation in Saint Lucia with Beyonce and James Baldwin. Learn more about Maya at: mayawileyformayor.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, and Amanda are back to talk all about voting rights and recent attempts to suppress them. They break down the onerous voter restrictions passed in Georgia, and how they are retribution for a strong Democratic showing thanks to Black voters. They describe how H.R. 1, the sweeping voting rights and election reform bill, could pass without eliminating the filibuster entirely, and react to Republicans admitting in the Supreme Court that without voter suppression, they can’t win. Finally, they give Democrats a report card for their first two months in power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda are back to discuss some Democrats having a very bad week, most of their own making. They break down the good and bad reasons Neera Tanden won’t be confirmed to a Cabinet position and explain why Senators were less likely to overlook a woman of color’s flaws. Then, they discuss even more allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Are the quiet calls for his resignation a sign of hypocrisy among Democrats who have demanded accountability for GOP men with similar allegations? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda is back to break down the day’s headlines after a mishap stole our recording. Tune in for a quick rundown of the racist depictions that resulted in six Dr. Seuss books coming out of circulation and for why Donald and Melania Trump should have been vaccinated in public. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan, and Amanda are back to break down the ongoing sexual harassment allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo. What does it say about men and power, and is there any chance the three-term governor will resign? Then, they discuss the media’s misleading framing of COVID relief as a partisan push for Democrats. Why are we letting Republicans hold hostage a bill that 70% of Americans support? Finally, they explain how the Voting Rights Act can give Democrats the leverage they need to govern. Today’s Black History clip features Renee Montgomery, who just became the first former WNBA player to both be an executive and owner of a team after she bought out Kelly Loeffler’s share of the Atlanta Dream. She retired from play last year to focus on social justice, and explains that decision in a clip for this TED Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami Sage is joined by Molly Jong-Fast, author, podcaster, and editor-at-large for The Daily Beast. They start with a post-mortem on the Senate impeachment trial and how the Republican party has responded to (read: turned a blind eye to) the Capital riots. They talk about the political future of Mitch McConnell and what it’s like for a party to operate without a de facto leader. They discuss whether or not Trump could face a criminal (or civil) trial in the coming months and whether or not he could even get a competent lawyer to represent him. They also talk about Molly’s participation in a COVID vaccine trial, and what’s next for vaccine rollout in America. Finally, it’s time for the Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about creative ways to address child poverty (and why it shouldn’t be so hard to fix). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Amanda, and Bryan are back to discuss your responses to vaccine reluctance in your networks. Then, they break down shocking revelations from this week’s congressional hearing on the Capitol attack. They describe the breakdown in communication that led the FBI’s warning of violence to languish unread. How does a credible threat of an armed insurrection fall through the cracks? That the perpetrators were white probably had something to do with it. Finally, they check back on the state of the Equality Act and its no. 1 enemy Marjorie Taylor Greene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda is joined by Pooja Asnani, director of the Immigration Project at Sanctuary for Families. Pooja details the immigration stories that have gone unreported for years. She explains just how dramatically the previous administration altered immigration processes -- specifically in ways that made it harder for undocumented domestic violence survivors to ensure safety in the US. She outlines how the Violence Against Women Act has provided vital protections, and how sweeping immigration reform and a path to citizenship would change -- and likely save -- the lives of undocumented domestic violence survivors.  Today’s Black History clip is Amara La Negra on “The Real” answering, once again, what it means to be Afro-Latina  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda react to Joe Manchin’s refusal to confirm Joe Biden’s cabinet appointees, many of whom happen to be women of color. They detail Manchin’s previous votes for controversial picks and unpack why women, specifically women of color, are held to a higher standard. Then they unload on the moderates in Congress who need some reform themselves. Then, they summarize the immigration reform bill coming to Congress. What are the politics, and could this be the issue Dems use to blow up the filibuster?  Today’s Black History Month clip is the late Rep. John Lewis speaking at the March on Washington at age 23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda reflect on reaching the grim milestone of 500,000 COVID deaths, and what about American society let us even hit such an unthinkable number. They discuss anti-vaccination sentiments they’ve encountered in their own life, and share ways to promote vaccine confidence among friends and family. Then, they break down the Equality Act re-introduced in Congress last week. They explain how this legislation would change lives for LGBTQ people and how it differs from existing protections. Finally, the ask: Will Senate Democrats eliminate the filibuster to pass LGBTQ rights? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Content Warning: This episode contains references to rape and sexual assault. It’s time for Afternoon Tea, and this week Sami Sage is joined by Amanda Nguyen, civil rights activist, Nobel Peace Prize nominee, and founder of Rise. They start with the story of how Amanda founded Rise and began actually writing her rights into law. They explain the concept of “Hopeanomics,” the process of how agendas are set, and why it’s critical to understand how the lawmaking rules work in order to play the game yourself. They also discuss a recent viral video featuring Amanda, and what’s coming up next for her (it includes Paris Hilton, believe it or not). Finally, they round things out with the four questions, leading to a conversation about how empathy is the solution to all the world’s problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Alise, and Amanda reflect on men failing their at duties, specifically Senator Ted Cruz and Governor Chris Cuomo. First, they react to news Senator Ted Cruz flew to Cancun while his constituents were freezing to death, and give updates on the on the overall situation in Texas. Then, they react to inquiries into New York Governor Chris Cuomo, whose administration undercounted nursing home deaths in a possible attempt to cover up policies that might have resulted in more fatalities. How did the man who soothed America in the early days of the pandemic squander so much good will? We analyze. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda share details of the winter storm that has left millions in Texas without heat and electricity. They zoom out to analyze what the moment says about how Americans understand their relationship with government, and look at other northern cities where residents are regularly left without basic human needs. Finally, they explain the outsized role that climate change denial played in this particular outage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back from a long weekend to react to the end of Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial. They break down the good reasons and the bad reasons Democrats ultimately backed down on witnesses, and discuss paths for holding Trump accountable in the future. Finally, they analyze why Republican parties around the country have given into their greatest foe: cancel culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda is Joined by Samantha Miller of Black Girl Environmentalists for a conversation about how environmental activism intersects with racial justice. Miller explains how racism and discrimination have historically played out in the mainstream environmental movement, and how failing to include diverse voices and experiences results in bad ideas and policy implementation. Miller also discusses how the pandemic involving a deadly lung disease has exposed issues related to environmental justic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s Afternoon Tea, Sami Sage is joined by Samantha Power, former US Ambassador to the UN and bestselling author of The Education of an Idealist. They start with a conversation about the nature of courage, where it comes from, and how she took the leap to leave her job at Harvard and join Barack Obama’s team before he was president. They talk about working in a male dominated field (you know, like international diplomacy) and why it helps to compare notes with your female colleagues. They discuss the challenge of battling for human rights on an international stage, how people rationalize atrocities in the name of fear, and the role of human nature in our decisions (yeah we get deep here). Finally, they dive into the Four Questions, which leads to a conversation about why battling misinformation is the key to solving our climate crisis (and by extension most of our political problems). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly and Amanda open the episode with a history-making clip of Delegate Stacey Plaskett, who yesterday became the first non-voting member of the House to argue as an impeachment manager. Then, they briefly react to Day 2 of the impeachment trial and it might have actually changed some Republican votes. Then, they’re joined by Symone Sanders, the senior advisor and chief spokesperson for Vice President Kamala Harris to talk all about the American Rescue Plan. How will the White House’s relief plan get us out of our houses and back to the club? They discuss how the pandemic has disproportionately impacted women -- especially women of color -- and how the plan targets solutions towards working women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Kaitlin react to the first day of Trump’s second impeachment trial, from House Impeachment managers’ emotional case against the former president to the Trump team’s shocking display of ineptitude. They listen to Rep. Jamie Raskin’s opening argument and talk about the collective trauma we’re all feeling from reliving that terrifying day and roast Bruce Castor’s freshman drama class monologue. Finally, Kaitlin describes watching lawmakers she knew as a child run for their lives from an angry white mob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda kick off impeachment week 2.0. They summarize today’s proceedings before covering the recent spate of deadly violence against Asian Americans amid rising hate crimes during the pandemic. They discuss how the “model minority” stereotype has distorted the degree of racism against Asian Americans, and explore how Asian American activism should be better incorporated into the larger project of racial justice. Then, they dive all the way into #FreeBritney, analyzing the documentary “Framing Britney Spears” and considering which aspects of today’s celebrity culture we’ll collectively come to regret. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan, Sami, and Amanda are back to neg the Super Bowl and hype the vaccine. They run through the state of the inoculation rollout as 8 percent of Americans have been vaccinated. They share a stat that only half of Americans would take vaccine ASAP, and explore lingering reasons for reluctance, including the medical establishment’s lack of trustworthiness in minority communities. Finally, Amanda is joined by Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton to explain why DC statehood should be at the top of Congress’s agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the second installment of Afternoon Tea, Sami Sage is joined by Amanda Litman, author and co-founder of Run for Something, for another dose of political therapy. They begin with an explanation of how Amanda started helping normal people run for office and do a mini role-play to demonstrate how you might convince someone it’s worth taking a chance on themselves and run for elected office. They also talk about the biggest barriers to transitioning into a life in office (yeah, you still gotta pay your bills) and how someone might go about fundraising at a local level. Amanda tells us what makes a great candidate (hint: it doesn’t include a background in politics) and how to make up for a lack of experience in running a campaign. Then it’s time for the Four Questions, which leads to a shared daydream about going on a beach getaway with Michelle Obama. Can you imagine? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Milly, and Amanda check in on Jared and Ivanka’s personal financial fallout from the pandemic they failed to contain. Then, they break down Republican’s secret “family meeting” to determine the fate of two women who represent diverging wings of the party. They analyze what happened with Liz Cheney and Marjorie Taylor Greene and look forward to Democrats voting to remove the latter from her committee assignments. Finally, Amanda is joined by Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT) who shares his harrowing experience during the Capitol attack and what he expects for next week’s impeachment trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda start with the news that lauded Black women creators were snubbed at the Golden Globes. Then, they break down the respective arguments from Trump’s lawyers and the House impeachment team and what they foretell for next week’s trial. They acknowledge that Trump will likely be acquitted and remain eligible to hold federal office while extremism spreads unfettered. That’s unless Trump and his abetters are tried under the 14th Amendment, and how the Reconstruction era gives us a road map to use it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Alise, and Milly Tamarez are back to react to Rep. AOC’s account of what happened during the Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6. They lament the state of politics that forced a millennial woman to relive her trauma before millions to make accountability more likely, and why women on both sides of the aisle are becoming symbolic figureheads at a time when America is emotional and distraught. Then, Amanda is joined by Jessica Morak and Caroline Grosshans, attorneys who explain which Trump-era Title IX rule changes are here to say and how sexual assault survivors can find resources on campus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Sami and Bryan are back on a snowy Monday to ask where the fuck our $2,000 checks are?! They check in on the state of COVID relief negotiations and ask why winners are even negotiating at all. They debunk the idea that $2,000 couldn’t benefit every family or that certain income levels should be excluded from help. They weigh the political backlash if Biden doesn’t pass a bipartisan bill and discuss the problems posed by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Finally, they play an excerpt from Rep. Barbara Jordan’s 1974 speech opening impeachment proceedings for Richard Nixon that could have come right out of 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first ever episode of Afternoon Tea, Sami Sage sits down with author Liz Plank for an afternoon of political therapy. They start by talking about living in a post-Trump America (sigh of relief) and how hard it is to shift the way we think about politics. They also discuss the historic nature of Kamala Harris becoming VP and what it means for our country. Liz explains the best way to rectify the imbalance in gender equality (it involves men acknowledging they have a gender identity in the first place) and why it’s important to be open to supporting female leaders. Next they discuss why women are expected to overcome being women, and explore the hidden scourge of ableism in our society. Finally, Sami asks Liz the “Four Questions” which leads to a conversation about our happiest memories and why we all just wanna be held (wow, this really is a political therapy session after all). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to break down the GameStop short squeeze and COVID fatigue. How did a group of retail investors on Reddit pull off a maneuver that exposed how hedge funds manipulate the market every day? They explain the practical impacts of this extremely satisfying parable. Then, they have a candid and honest conversation about COVID fatigue and hitting a wall at this stage in the pandemic. Finally, they parse mixed public health messages about whether the pandemic is finally getting better, or about to be the worst it’s ever been. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda react to Senate Republicans voting overwhelmingly to put this whole deadly insurrection thing behind them. Then, they share disturbing polling that 56% of Republicans think Donald Trump should be president in 2024, and what Democrats need to do right now to stop it. Finally, Kaitlin explains how the filibuster has been used throughout US history to maintain white supremacy and asks why we’ve all gotten so comfortable with minority rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back to figure out why Mitch McConnell is controlling the Senate even after his demotion last week. They break down the history and practical uses of some procedural moves that could allow Democrats to pass legislation: budget reconciliation and removing the filibuster. What are the merits of each approach, and the consequences for taking them? Finally, we make the case for why Democrats should end the filibuster and do it fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Sami, and Bryan break down a surprisingly news-packed first weekend of the Biden administration. They peek inside the Senate’s bullet journal for the next few weeks and to see what will be prioritized amid impeachment hearings, COVID relief, and cabinet nominees. Then, they consider why Republicans are so eager to delay impeachment, and what the outcome bodes for Trump’s future impact on the party. Finally, they break down news that the New York Times fired an editor over a harmless tweet and how the media’s overcorrection to so-called “liberal bias” disproportionately hurts female journalists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan, and Milly are back to break down the first few days of the Biden administration. They start with a few updates in the Senate, including Mitch McConnell’s refusal to give up power and the status of the Articles of Impeachment against former President Trump. Is there any chance at all that Joe Manchin votes to get rid of the fillibuster? Then, they give a few updates on the Coronavirus, including rejuvenated Dr. Anthony Fauci’s vaccination targets for the summer and when we can expect to return to normalcy. Finally, they cover two new executive actions announced by Biden aimed at aiding families still struggling to afford food in the midst of the pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to break down the first full day of the Biden administration. They start by dissecting the significance of Biden’s tranche of executive orders, which remove some of Trump’s most callous policies from immigration to LGBTQ rights. Then, they look at the possibility for bipartisanship under a Biden administration. Should Democrats “share power” when Mitch McConnell would never? What about the filibuster? Will Republicans be more likely to compromise without Trump cyberbullying them? We analyze it all in today's ep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back under a new administration to react to today’s historic inauguration. They start by briefly recounting Trump’s unceremonious departure. Then, they run through the ceremony's most memorable moments, from Bernie Sanders’ adorable mittens to Kamala Harris’ historic swearing-in, and explain why the day felt so different without Trump there. They analyze President Biden’s inaugural address and his mandate to address racial injustice. Finally, they see what Boris Johnson has to say about all this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We made it. Alise, Milly, and Amanda are back to reflect on four years of covering the Trump administration and sum up their feelings in one word. They give a preview of Inauguration and break down the arrests made over the weekend, including a Gen Z rioter who tried to sell Nancy Pelosi’s laptop to Russia. They run through Trump’s final day of pardons and compare it to his race to execute more than a dozen people. Finally, they react to news that Melania will not be giving Dr. Jill Biden a tour of the White House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we are bringing you Sami's Morning Announcements instead of our usual episode because of the holiday. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts! We'll be back tomorrow with our usual episode. This Monday, we start with a few words from MLK that remain incredibly relevant to our current times. Next we cover reports about the last gasps of the Trump presidency, including their attempts to collect fees for pardons, install operatives in civil roles, and how the Trump’s ban from Twitter has affected disinformation on the site. Lastly, we cover Biden’s plans for executive actions for the first 10 days of his presidency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Milly, and Amanda are back to talk some shit -- starting in Ivanka and Jared’s bathroom. They break down the allegation that the Kushner’s don’t allow Secret Service to use their restroom, and consider what this says about Ivanka’s political future (hear us out). Then they discuss Joe Biden’s sweeping coronavirus relief plan how it will impact the beginning of his term. And where’s the canceled student debt?! Finally, they take a nice, warm bath in the splinter forming in the GOP, and consider how both parties can move forward from the Trump era. Here’s Milly’s piece on the burden of student debt  https://medium.com/the-road-to-financial-empowerment/client-beat-milly-on-how-a-student-loan-ruined-my-life-388d80c5caa7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda are back for the last Thursday pod of the Trump administration! They react to Republicans' clownish attempts to justify protecting the treasonous president, and explain why they’re so threatened by progressives like Cori Bush. Then, they look forward to Inauguration and bask in Joe Biden and Lady Gaga’s friendship. They run through the security precautions being taken for the outdoor event, and share chilling details of the insurrection that suggest the security threat is coming from inside the house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Alise, and Kaitlin are back to break down the FBI investigations following the deadly siege on the Capitol, and President Donald Trump’s impending impeachment. Does it feel like December 2019 already? To (kinda) quote Taylor Swift, we left the impeachment lights up until January and this time, do we have Mitch McConnell as Pelosi’s little helper? They discuss increasing Republican support for impeachment, and national reconstruction efforts moving forward. How has our country rid itself of violent seditionists in the past, and what lessons can we learn about how it fell short? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back to share how they’ve processed the events of the last week, and why the Capitol insurrection has become more and more disturbing as days pass. They share updates from lawmakers who likely contracted COVID during the attack and check in on a few of the arrested terrorists and how they’ve been treated by the criminal justice system. Finally, they describe Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s parting gift to Cuba: cravenly labeling it a state sponsor of terror and worsening circumstances for citizens in poverty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Bryan, and Sami are back to ask one very simple question: Why is this president still in power?! They share updates from the weekend as House Democrats introduce articles of impeachment today, and explain all the ways Congress can hold Trump accountable for the insurrection even after he leaves office on 1/20/2021. They explain how the Senate could prevent Trump from running again even if he stays in office until Inauguration, and speculate as to why Mike Pence has yet to invoke the 25th Amendment. Finally, they decide how much credit to give companies ending their contributions to treasonous lawmakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda start the show with a quick update about emerging explanations for how the Capitol was mobbed, which suggest that willful ignorance of the openly planned coup, paired with a misguided attempt to avoid the optics we saw during the summer’s peaceful protests, led to tragedy. Then, they welcome back their fave Constitution expert Ben Sheehan to discuss options for the president’s removal. Which is quicker, impeachment or invoking the 25th? And why are there two and half months between the election and inauguration?! Can we fix that like… now? Well, actually... Notes on the episode: There is actually one 1876 precedent for an official (not a president) being impeached after leaving office -- but it involved that official resigning. The matter still hasn't been settled for the president. The Senate has imposed disqualification on holding future federal office twice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to discuss the craziest shit that’s ever gone on in the news. They share updates from the Capitol on what was destroyed in the deadly invasion and consider how violent insurrectionists were allowed to breach the People’s House while legislators were in session. They discuss options for Trump’s removal and react to the administration officials resigning because this, apparently, was just too much. Finally, they consider how the insurrection will impact Biden’s first 100 days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda are back to celebrate signs that Democrats have won both Senate races in Georgia, taking back the chamber for the first time since 2014. They break down returns that show Black voters once again buoyed Democrats to victory, and look at the success of Trump’s GOP voter suppression efforts. They discuss how the Georgia strategy took root in the 2000s, and why it proves that turning out Democratic voters works better than appealing to the middle. Finally, they consider how the Senate will function with a 50/50 split and why Joe Manchin just became the most powerful person in the Senate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back on Georgia Runoff Day! They start with details of today’s matchups between Kelly Loeffler and Raphael Warnock and David Perdue and Jon Ossoff. For the main conversation, they discuss the country’s botched vaccine rollout. Is it everyone’s fault or no one’s fault? How can we vaccinate people in the right order without letting doses go to waste? We check in on some governors taking the wrong approaches for different reasons, from Andrew Cuomo bullying hospitals in New York to Ron DeSantis causing mayhem in Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Amanda, and Bryan are bringing in a new year with a new scandal, unpacking the biggest headlines of 2021. They start with Trump’s pathetic shakedown of Georgia’s top election official and how it will impact the imminent Georgia runoffs. Should Nancy initiate a rapid-fire impeachment? Then, they explain what to expect on January 6, the day VP Mike Pence will oversee Congress formalize the election results and why a dozen Republicans are willing to put it all on the line for a disgraced former federal employee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s almost New Year’s eve and Kaitlin, Bryan, Sami, Alise, and Amanda are back to empty out the rest of the listener-submitted holiday mailbag. This time around we’re answering political questions and diving even deeper into our personal lives. Plus, we share our most memorable political moments of 2020 and our dream presidential picks for 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise Morales, Milly Tamarez, and Amanda Duberman do a very quick check in on stimulus talks before unpacking the second most pressing issue of the day: Hilaria Baldwin’s cultural heritage. The hosts debrief on the most egregious aspects of Hilaria’s performance and consider the likelihood of her defenses -- offering expert linguistic analysis on the “cucumber” incident. Finally, they consider, on a scale from Rachel Dolezal to lying about your hair color, just how egregious Hilaria Baldwin’s false claims are. (Pretty, pretty, pretty bad.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Sami, and Bryan are back from the holiday weekend to recap COVID relief drama and Trump’s totally useless, wholly destructive attempt to sabotage the deal. They explain the rationale behind Trump’s complaints (there is none) and describe the makeup of the final deal and how it might impact you. But the stimulus package isn’t all that’s keeping Congress busy -- the hosts also run through Trump’s rejection of the defense spending bill that could lead to the first veto override of his presidency.  We’re thrilled to announce our new podcast, Morning Announcements! Betches Co-Founder Sami Sage has adapted her five-minute morning show into a podcast, where you can find super speedy rundowns of the headlines you need first thing in the morning.   Follow Morning Announcements on Spotify now to get Monday’s premiere in your feed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Christmas Eve-eve, Kaitlin, Bryan, Sami, Alise, and Amanda sit down for another holiday mailbag episode. In this installment, we answer all your personal questions, from how Kaitlin acquired an encyclopedic knowledge of US history to Sami’s favorite song on evermore. We also get into our quarantine habits and finding a work-life balance in 2020. Finally, we give you a BTS of the Sup group chat. Thanks to our sponsors: Ship: Update Ship today and let your friends take control of your dating life – because let’s be honest, we all could use a little help in that department. Download Ship in the app store to start getting matched today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Milly, Kaitlin, and Amanda all had to be here for today’s long-awaited Martin Shkreli debrief. The hosts run through an Elle magazine story detailing former Bloomberg reporter Christie Smythe’s unrequited infatuation with the country’s most hated man. Milly describes matching with Martin in 2015 and the hosts consider what led Smythe down such a wild path, and what the reaction to the story tells us about dating and power in 2020. Then, they take a broad lens to nine months of stimulus negotiations and consider how the final aid package hurt or helped the parties politically. Ship: Update Ship today and let your friends take control of your dating life – because let’s be honest, we all could use a little help in that department. Download Ship in the app store to start getting matched today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Alise, and Amanda are back to celebrate the Sup’s 400th episode! Alise and Sami react to their first episode from 2017 and reflect on everything that has (and hasn’t) changed since then. Then, the hosts break down the weekend’s COVID relief talks and how the final bill actually came together -- including which Republicans actually acknowledged that the pandemic is hurting the economy and why it’s based on income from 2019. Finally, they share updates from the COVID mutation spreading throughout England and theorize AOC’s work/life balance. Thanks to our sponsors: Ship: Update Ship today and let your friends take control of your dating life – because let’s be honest, we all could use a little help in that department. Download Ship in the app store to start getting matched today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda chat with Kate Bennett, CNN White House correspondent and author of FREE, MELANIA: An Unauthorized Biography. Bennett describes covering First Lady Melania Trump during a particularly eventful administration. She gives a behind-the-scenes look at Melania’s relationship with Donald -- apparently they talk on the phone all day! -- and which theories about their marriage are actually true. Bennett also explains how Melania has defied expectations for a First Lady and why she’s never embraced the attention it brought her. Finally, they discuss Melania’s legacy and how Donald manages the tension between his wife and daughter. Headspace: You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple.. Go to HEADSPACE.COM/SUP for a free one-month trial. Modern Fertility: Visit ModernFertility.com/SUP to get $20 off the test. That means your test will cost $139, instead of the hundreds or thousands it could cost at a doctor’s office! American Giant: American Giant makes clothing that’s durable, not disposable. Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code SUP at American-Giant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Bryan, and Amanda are back to run through some more amazing news about the vaccine, the only 2020 gift that keeps on giving. Then, they check in on the Trump Administration’s humiliating but hilarious final acts, from Betsy DeVos pleading with education officials to “be part of the resistance” and Pence leaving the country, to Mar-a-Lago banning Trump and Mike Pompeo’s string of poorly attended holiday parties. Why is it so satisfying to behold?! Thanks to our sponsors: Headspace: You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple.. Go to HEADSPACE.COM/SUP for a free one-month trial. Modern Fertility: Visit ModernFertility.com/SUP to get $20 off the test. That means your test will cost $139, instead of the hundreds or thousands it could cost at a doctor’s office! American Giant: American Giant makes clothing that’s durable, not disposable. Get 15% off your first order when you use promo code SUP at American-Giant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices