Not So Civil Raids and a Housing Crisis | 11.24.25

Send a textIn this episode of 'The Civil Union' podcast, Midwest husbands Ryan and Alex explore a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes to in-depth political discussions. They open with a humorous recap of their weekend, tackling the everyday annoyances of parking woes at Starbucks and discussing favorite local eateries. The conversation transitions to more serious topics, including the housing crisis, the potential impact of 50-year mortgages, and the recent resignation of Marjorie Taylor Green from Congress. A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to analyzing a high-profile legal case in Marion County, Kansas, where a police raid on a local newspaper led to serious backlash and legal repercussions. The episode concludes with a creative exercise of casting actors for a potential film adaptation of the Marion County story. The hosts provide an engaging mix of humor, real-life context, and thoughtful political analysis.00:00 Introduction to the Civil Union Podcast00:32 Weekend Recap03:33 Thanksgiving Preparations and Grocery Shopping07:58 Political Commentary: Marjorie Taylor Green's Resignation14:03 New Car Troubles and Taxes19:41 The Housing Market Crisis27:31 Young Politicians and Real Issues30:42 Marion County Newspaper Raid41:30 Casting the Movie: Marion County Scandal47:34 Final Thoughts and FarewellMusic: What's The Angle? by Shane Ivers -https://www.silvermansound.com