Not So Civil Fictional America and Mace | 04.25.25

Send a textIn this episode of 'The Civil Union,' hosts Alex and Ryan discuss their eventful Easter weekend and delve into various political issues. They start with a controversial Easter message from the President and share their insights on their local soccer team's struggles. The hosts talk about attending a Missouri Democratic fundraiser and discuss the need for new political candidates to challenge incumbents. They also review recent TV shows and highlight their political and social commentaries. The episode transitions into serious discussions about immigration, mass deportations, and how current policies impact both documented and undocumented immigrants. The hosts also play a 'Who Said It?' game featuring quotes from Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth, and address the behavior of certain political figures in public and on social media. The episode concludes with thoughts on the mishandling of sensitive information by government officials.00:00 Introduction to the Civil Union Podcast00:37 Easter Message from the President02:28 Easter Weekend Recap and Soccer Woes04:02 Missouri Democratic Fundraiser Experience05:16 TV Show Discussions: White Lotus and The Pit08:20 The Pit: Relatable Medical Dramas and Political Commentary13:42 Game Time: Trump or Pete Hegseth?15:44 Highlighting Mass Deportations and Legal Rights21:40 Controversial Actions by Republican Representatives25:46 Conclusion and Social Media PlugsMusic: What's The Angle? by Shane Ivers -https://www.silvermansound.com