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Capital G Podcast
by Greer McVay
On the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay shares insights and opinions about the news coming out of our nation's Capital. Greer will help you make sense of it all with a deeper dive, beyond the headlines. More importantly, you will understand how what goes on in politics impacts you and your family. In the lead-up to the election, through the anticipated aftermath, and into the next administration, Greer is your trusted source of news and information, and will guide you through the journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/capitalgpodcast/support
Episodes
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Episode 50 - Wake Up!
It’s Day 100 of a presidency in freefall. In this episode, Greer McVay unpacks the chaos—from reckless tariffs tanking the economy to immigrants being rounded up without due process, all while Congress looks the other way. If you’re feeling disoriented by the daily madness, this is your reality...
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Episode 49 - F*ck Your Feelings
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay offers reflections of the 2024 election and the reasons Trump won. Many might not like it, but in a nutshell, Fuck Your Feelings! We have an electorate guided by emotions which have been skewed by propaganda, that led to the votes that…
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Episode 48 - Turning the Page (Election 2024)
Election day is here! In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay gives her analysis of the 2024 election season and all its twists and turns. Americans have this last chance to elect the future they want, and in a few short hours…or days, we will have a new president. Which one…
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Episode 47 - Post-Debate or Post-Debacle?
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay, gives a summary of the September 10, presidential debate between Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Each candidate showed up with some specific goals to accomplish, but only one managed to achieve her...
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Episode 46 - Tim Walzing on In as Vice Presidential Candidate
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay, gives a quick overview of Kamala Harris’s selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her vice presidential running mate. After a whirlwind few weeks of political activity, following Joe Biden’s departure from the race, and an abbreviated...
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Episode 45 - Kamala Harris Definitely Earned It (DEI)
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay, offers and overview of the initiation political attacks on presumptive Democratic Party nominee, Kamala Harris. Opting to forgo policy debates, dozens of elected officials, conservative media, and the right-wing base, came out swing at…
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Episode 44 - Trump Can't Hide the Truth
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay does a deep dive on former president Donald Trump’s recent comments at a Conservative Christian event, that he just needs them to vote for him one time and they won’t need to vote again because everything will be taken care of. As the...
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Episode 43 - No Country for Old men
Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, provides an update on the most recent political news, from former President Trump being injured in a shooting at one of his campaign rallies, to President Biden suspending his bid for a second term in the White House, to the rise of Vice President Kamala…
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Episode 42 - The Beginning of the End
Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, summarizes the "Hush Money" trial of Donald Trump, and walks you through what the week ahead might look like when the jury delivers its verdict. As the jury considers the evidence in the first ever criminal trial of a former US President, America finds itself…
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Episode 41- Jack Smith to the Rescue
Following a busy week in politics where the former president was indicted on charges that include espionage, host Greer McVay offers a deep dive into what is included in the charges, why it’s splitting America and why it is (or should be) important to you and me. Along with opinions by some of…
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Episode 40 - Putting the United back into U.S.
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay provides an update on what you might expect just around the corner, as The Former Guy is experiencing the screws tightening. The Republican field is expanding but Trump’s world is shrinking as Jack Smith, Fani Willis and others are…
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Episode 39 - Defamed, Defeated and Detached...from $787.5 Million
In this special episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay discusses the recent legal settlement between Fox News and Dominion Voting Systems, with guest Whitnie Wiley, both an attorney and Greer’s co-host on the podcast, Life, Lemons & LemonDrops. In this 2-part conversation, you will...
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Episode 38 - Ticking Timebomb
With (at least) four cases pending in jurisdictions across the country, Donald Trump is working overtime to control the conversation...and raise money. In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay reviews Trump’s most immediate legal issues and considers which will be lead to his...
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Episode 37 - New Year. New Congress. Sort of.
As we kick off the new year, so too, do we kick off a new Congress. Well, at least we would begin the 118th Congress if the Republican House majority was able to select a Speaker. In this episode, host, Greer McVay walks you through the voting process for a House Speaker and some of the politics...
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Episode 36 - Saving Democracy One Election at a Time
In this episode, host Greer McVay recaps the 2022 Midterm election and looks ahead to the infighting over the House Speakership, Trump’s big November 15 announcement, Merrick Garland’s next moves and so much more. Learn more by visiting the Capital G Podcast website.
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Episode 35 - Resign To Do Better
In a week filled with big news events, Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay touches on he resignation of New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo's resignation, the rise in cases of COVID-19 and the unraveling story of corruption in Trump world. Listen, Like and Share!
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Episode 34 - Saving Our Republic
Capital G Podcast host Greer McVay dissects the biggest news stories of the day, including the first hearing of the U.S. House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol; the arrest of Trump ally, Tom Barrack; and the latest guidance for the coronavirus…
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Episode 33 - The Jetsons vs The Flintstones (The Future vs the Past)
When Richard Branson's Virgin Space Ship Unity 22 launched into space on Sunday, July 11, it was more than a passion project for one of the world's billionaires. It was emblematic of where we find ourselves, in America and around the globe: engaged in a fight for progress against people who would...
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Episode 32 - Critical American Theory (Extended Edition)
From House Bill 1 (For the People Act 2021) to CRT (Critical Race Theory), Capital G Podcast host Greer McVay gets you up to speed on some of today's hot political issues. Listen at once or break up this extended edition into bite size pieces so you know what's behind the stories driving the day....
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Episode 31 - So Long GOP and democracy
As Wyoming Republican Representative Liz Cheney is stripped of her leadership position, Americans of all political stripes should pay close attention as democracy (with a small "d") slipped further from our grip. In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay gives the play-by-play of...
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Episode 30 - Happy Mother's Day (to all you "Birthing People")
In an effort to be inclusive, Representative Cori Bush (D-MO), set off a firestorm when she referred to people who give birth as "birthing people," rather than mothers. in true GOP fashion, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) mocked her choice of words on Mother's Day, by tweeting "Happy Birthing People's...
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Episode 29 - Biden Time
With the two major political parties at odds, we are biding our time, get it "Biden Time," in hopes that President Biden's recent successes will take hold and change minds before the bottom falls out. Robert Mueller is back in the news, Rudy is pretending he doesn't know how a search warrant…
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Episode 28 - Good Cops and Very Bad Cops
Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, shares her thoughts on the guilty, guilty, guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial, and provides further commentary on other controversial cases, including one that recently took place in her own hometown. Listen to this episode and understand why...
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Episode 27 - The Good, the Bad, the Ugly and the Uglier
Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay returns from a brief hiatus to positive vaccine news, politicians behaving badly, week three of the Derek Chauvin murder trial (of George Floyd), along with multiple police-involved incidents receiving national attention (including Windsor, VA and Brooklyn...
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Episode 26- Politicians Behaving Badly
Washington DC is filled with patriots who devote their entire careers to improving the lives of millions from their home states and from around the entire country. But for a few self-serving politicians, the road to service is paved with bad intentions. In this episode of the Capital G Podcast,...
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Episode 25 - Moving On and Moving Forward
As President Biden moves a step closer to providing real relief to people struggling through the coronavirus pandemic and the fallout it caused, others are attempting to rewrite history and spin a narrative that doesn't quite align with the facts. Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, discusses…
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Episode 24 - The Prosecution Rests while The Defense Sleeps
While president Biden is busy working on behalf of the American people, Donald Trump is busy working on his own personal agenda and taking most of the Republican party along for the ride, triggering an all out civil war within the party. The Capital G Podcast host Greer McVay, walks you through…
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Episode 23 - Let The Trial Begin...Again
As the second impeachment trial of the former president of the United States gets underway, the Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, walks you through Day One and what to look for in the days ahead, in the lead up to a conviction or acquittal. Don't miss a minute of this historic event. Visit the...
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Episode 22 - No We Can't All Just Get Along
As President Biden moves forward with his agenda and filling his Cabinet with capable people (update: six now confirmed), the nation is still mired in the chaos and lies that were the hallmarks of the Trump Administration. The former president's second impeachment trial is set to begin in a just...
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Episode 21 - End of an Error
With mere minutes until the Inauguration of the nation's 46th President, Joseph Biden, and his Vice-President Kamala Harris, Capital G Podcast host Greer McVay, shares impromptu thoughts on the days and minutes leading up to the historic event. Listen to this episode of the Capital G Podcast, the...
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Episode 20 - Clear and Present Danger
With five days remaining until the Inauguration of Joe Biden, the current president has been impeached for the second time, is losing supporters and surrogates, and finds himself with very few options. With hints to the media that martial law might be imminent, America (and the world) sit and…
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Episode 19 - Shut It Down
It seems everyone is attempting to shut everyone else down this week. Trump and his supporters tried to shut down a joint session of Congress. Congress is trying to shut down Trump. Social Media outlets are attempting to shut down the "Extreme" Right Wing, and the president too. And the Extreme...
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Episode 18 - Lordy There Are Tapes
With a look back and a look ahead, Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, anticipates a bumpy start to the new year. While Breaking News may not become a mainstay of the Biden Administration, President Trump is making certain there's plenty of it on his way out of the White House. Listen and…
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Episode 17 - Can We Just Move On Already?
While the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage out of control and the UK announced the discovery of a mutated variant of the virus, President Trump rages out of control about the election he lost seven weeks ago. With no interest in governing or addressing the concerns of Americans like the...
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Episode 16. Light at the End of the Tunnel.
In less than six weeks, America will have new leadership and finally say goodbye to some of the most exhausting people, policies and performances the country has ever seen. From a president who refuses to concede an election he lost, to a virus that has claimed more lives that some of our most...
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Episode 15 – Everything But the Kitchen Sink
As the number of possible moves President Trump can make to effectuate the outcome of the November 3, presidential election continue to dwindle, the few actions he can make are taking a more desperate turn. In his December 12, rally in Georgia, ostensibly to promote the Republican candidates in…
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Episode 14 - Everything We Expected
In Episode 14, Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, catches you up on the status of the presidential race and the transition to the new Biden administration. With a current president who refuses to concede, and a president-elect who is moving full steam ahead, it’s easy to be confused about what…
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Episode 13- Where Do We Go From Here?
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay covers a variety of election related topics to help the audience understand why it has still not been "ascertained" that Joe Biden is the apparent winner of the election, due to the failure of the General Services Administrator, Emily...
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Episode 12. And the Winner Is?
As the nation inches toward a new presidential administration, only one person is setting up roadblocks to a peaceful transition of power. Nevertheless, President-Elect Joe Biden forges on, while more attention is shifted to Georgia. Support for the incumbent can be seen in the form of public...
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Episode 11. The Fat Lady is Humming.
Greer McVay, host of the Capital G Podcast, reviews several scenarios that might shed light on what lies ahead in the "ascertainment" of who will be sworn in as president on January 20, 2021. Listen to the latest episode (#11) and get caught up on where we are and what comes next. Visit the…
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Episode 10. The Presidency is Still Up in the Air.
In this episode of the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay, explains the delay and drama surrounding the counting of the ballots for president. Even when the counting is complete, there is still no assurance for a smooth or peaceful transition of power. Learn more: Capital G Podcast
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Episode 9. All is Not Fair in Love or Politics.
With one day remaining before we wrap up the voting phase of the 2020 election cycle, the presidential campaigns are in full swing doing what they do best...or worst. Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, walks through an overview of where we stand and forecasts the next few days as we begin to...
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Episode 8. Post-Debate Commentary.
With the three presidential debates in the rear-view mirror, Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, summarizes the October 22, debate between incumbent Donald Trump and former vice-president Joe Biden. This episode marks 10 days until election day and outlines two very different visions for the...
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Episode 7. Sheldon Says.
Capital G Podcast host, Greer McVay, outlines what may be lurking behind the selection of Amy Coney Barrett as a new Supreme Court Justice. The “Big Kahuna,” as Greer describes it, is not just about Republican Power, it’s really more about the power concentrated into the hands of fewer than 1% of...
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Episode 6. October Surprises.
In political campaigns, surprises are no surprise at all. As a matter of fact, surprises are expected, and even required. The first of the 2020 presidential campaign October Surprises from the Republican candidate, the report on the so-called "Obamagate" conspiracy, appears to have fizzled out,...
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Episode 5. Putting the Con in Conspiracy.
With the 2020 election barely three weeks away, the president's campaign team still does not appear to have settled on a single strategy to increase his standing in the polls. As a series of unfavorable news stories have emerged in recent days, including several about his financial and tax woes,...
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Episode 4. The Fly in the Ointment.
With so much on the line, the Vice-presidential debate between current VP, Mike Pence and Senator Kamala Harris, delivered high drama, political machinations, well-timed jabs and even a cameo by a show-stealing fly. What the debate did not deliver was anything likely to change the minds of…
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Episode 3. Trust Matters.
When the president was diagnosed with COVID-19, and later airlifted to Walter Reed Medical Center, thousands if not millions of American began openly debating whether or not the diagnosis was real or a hoax. The president’s Sunday evening departure from the hospital to drive around and wave to...
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Episode 2. No Debating How Bad It Was.
The first presidential debate was widely criticized as frustrating, confusing and a circus; but what was not said in the 90-minute interaction between President Donald Trump and the former Vice-President, Joe Biden, is just as important as what was said, and infinitely more illuminating. Greer…
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On the Capital G Podcast, host Greer McVay shares insights and opinions about the news coming out of our nation's Capital. Greer will help you make sense of it all with a deeper dive, beyond the headlines. More importantly, you will understand how what goes on in politics impacts you and your family. In the lead-up to the election, through the anticipated aftermath, and into the next administration, Greer is your trusted source of news and information, and will guide you through the journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/capitalgpodcast/support
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