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Hills and Josh are back! We'll aim for weekly shows with two short segments - 30 minutes or less. We'll debrief the latest in the 2024 election from LV vs. RV polling to why candidates are making specific decisions. Stay tuned!

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Episodes

  1. Episode 6: The Final Debrief

    Series Finale of this mini-podcast In this episode we: Discuss what happened in the 2024 election What comes next for the Democratic Party What the party needs to do to fight back and win again Thanks for listening, rating us, and enjoy the episode! - Hills and Josh

  2. Episode 5 - Brat Autumn with...The Cheneys???

    In this episode we: Discuss if the "vibes" are back...or not They Cheneys being unlikely allies Debate where the state of the race is for Kamala Thanks for listening, rating us, and enjoy the episode! - Hills and Josh

  3. Episode 4 - Hot Takes on the Pollercoaster

    Welcome to the pod! Now under a new name: Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics). In this episode we: Discuss post-debate polling for Kamala Analyze national polling vs. state polling What makes a "good pollster" We share our Hot Takes - the hottest of takes - for what will happen this...

  4. Episode 3 - Debriefing Da Debate

    Welcome to the pod! Now under a new name: Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics). In this episode we: Debrief Da Debate! Discuss the Kamala-Trump debate and give you our 3-2-1 analysis. Does the debate really matter? We discuss what to look for in the weeks ahead. Thanks for listening,...

  5. Episode 2 - Don't Panic About RFK

    Welcome to the pod! Now under a new name: Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics). In this episode we: Intro the new pod, limited run, and structure Discuss the DNC - what we liked, didn't like, and how it may impact the 2024 election. RFK dropping out and what it means - or more like…

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  6. Episode 1 - Dems Debrief

    Welcome back to the pod! Now under a new name: Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics). In this episode we: Intro the new pod, limited run, and structure Discuss recent polling for Kamala Harris and what it means for this moment. Preview our thoughts and expectations for the 2024 Democratic...

  7. Episode 40: "You can play hardball without playing dirty"

    Subscribe to the podcast here: linktr.ee/Threecoursepod Episode 40: Appetizer: Biden's cabinet is completed Entree: Covid vaccinations and politics - what's next? Side Dish: Biden's $6 trillion budget Dessert: UFOs exist...cool Links: Biden's Cabinet Biden's Cabinet Group Photo US Vaccination…

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  8. Episode 39: "He folds like origami"

    Subscribe to the podcast here: linktr.ee/Threecoursepod Episode 39: Appetizer: What bill should the House pass next? Entree: What should Democrats do about Trump? Side Dish: Vaccination Rates Dessert: Should the U.S. boycott the Beijing winter Olympics? Links: U.S. Debt US Vaccination Rates - The...

  9. Episode 38: "Aaron Burr did a lot of things by accident, none of them good"

    Subscribe to the podcast here: linktr.ee/Threecoursepod Episode 38: We have friend of the Three Course Pod, Brett join us for a special episode! Appetizer: H.R. 1 - The For the People Act Entree: The Filibuster - Pros, Cons, Changes Side Dish: Vaccination Rates Dessert: The Senate Passage of The...

  10. Episode 37: "Lou Dobbs got no jobs"

    Subscribe to the podcast here: linktr.ee/Threecoursepod Episode 37: Appetizer: What to do about Marjorie Taylor Greene Entree: The American Rescue plan - who, what, and why Side Dish: More Covid-19 vaccines Dessert: Lou Dobbs is out at Fox News! Links: The American Rescue Plan - USA Today The...

  11. Episode 36: "Walk and chew gum at the same time"

    Episode 36: We're joined by special friend of TCP, John! Appetizer: Trumpeachment Pt II Entree: The Capitol Riots - What happened, what does it mean, and what comes next. Dessert: The Biden Inauguration - Everything you needed to know. Links: The Capitol Riots - Wikipedia Trump encourages the…

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  12. Episode 35: Yang, Abrams, 2021?

    Episode 35: We reflect on six underrated positives of 2020, and bring you four big, bold political predictions for 2021. Links: Andrew Yang saying 'Can you dig itttt' Questions? Email us at [email protected]. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the...

  13. Episode 34: "Trump's body is not a temple, it's a McDonalds"

    Episode 34: Appetizer: Analysis on Biden's cabinet appointments Entree: Election Deep Dive - States, Counties, and People Life under lockdown: The vaccines arrive Dessert: What will Trump do after January 20th, 2021? Links: Sabato's Crystal Ball Analysis Biden Counties Equal 70% of America's...

  14. Episode 33: "I CONCEDE NOTHING"

    Episode 33: A special 2020 election pod where we take a first look at the results of what 2020 brought to us. Winners of the 2020 Election Losers of the 2020 Election Lawsuits of the 2020 Election Links: Winners and Losers of the 2020 Election - Vox 538 election forecast An overview of Trump's...

  15. Episode 32: Our Final 2020 Predictions

    Episode 32: We bring you through all of our big 2020 predictions about the House, Gubernatorial, Senate, and Presidential contests. Listen for hot takes and our guess of the final electoral spread of the 2020 election! Links: 538 election forecast IWillVote.com - Find your polling place The "Red...

  16. Episode 31: "Don't Sleep on Alaska"

    Episode 31. TCP's friend Jeff joins Hills as a special guest while Josh is away: Appetizer: Covid, POTUS, and what to look for Entree: The debates — the good, the bad, and why they matter Dessert: 2020 long-shot Senate races Links: 538 Election Forecast Sean Trende on polling - The New Yorker...

  17. Episode 30: "Beware of the Red Mirage"

    Episode 30: Appetizer: Battleground polling, and TCP's take on each state. Entree: The Woodward tapes, and why they matter. Life under lockdown pt 10 Dessert: Election Week > Election Night Links: 538 election forecast The Woodward Recordings - CNN Trump positives in polling - The New York Times...

  18. Episode 29: Text Money to 30330

    Episode 29: Appetizer: we talk about saving USPS and why it's important. Entree: We detail the winners and losers of the 2020 DNC. Life under quarantine pt 9 Dessert: The shitshow that is the RNC Links: USPS photos - CNN Vote by mail stats - CNN USPS says election mail might be slowed - The...

  19. Episode 28.5: All About Kamala

    Episode 28.5: In this short special, both Hills and Josh give their takes on Joe Biden's selection of Sen. Kamala Harris as his Vice Presidential running mate, and what to look for going forward. Questions? Email us at [email protected]....

  20. Episode 28: "No Onions, No Rice"

    Episode 28: For your Appetizer, we detail how Biden could lose the 2020 election. For your Entree: An in-depth look at TCP's recommendations on what Biden needs to do to win the 2020 election. Life under quarantine pt 8 For dessert, we cover the 2020 election ratings changes from top political...

  21. Episode 27: "Polls Don't Vote"

    Episode 27: Pollapalooza: We break down what the current (blowout) polling means for Biden and election day 2020. 2020 ad roundup: we take you through six popular ads, the good, the bad, and their messaging. Life under quarantine pt 7 For dessert, we cover the Tulsa rally that failed so...

  22. Episode 26: "Black Lives Matter"

    Episode 26: In this episode we cover: The status of the Biden campaign and what needs to happen next The Black Lives Matter protests, what you can do to help, and the potential impact on the 2020 election Life under quarantine pt 6 VP sweepstakes - who should Biden pick? Links: Joe Biden video...

  23. Episode 25: Election 2020 with Dr. Rachel Bitecofer

    Episode 25: In this episode we cover: Exactly what is 'Obamagate' and why it's all a lie TCP's interview with Dr. Rachel Bitecofer — her analysis on the 2020 Election and strategies Democrats need to win. (Minute 16) Life under quarantine pt 5 The HEROES Act and why we should root for it to pass...

  24. Episode 24: "4 Things Republicans Don't Really Believe In"

    Episode 24: In this episode we cover: Polling and demographic breakdowns of approval ratings for both Biden and Trump 4 Things that Republicans say they believe in but Covid-19 has shown they really don't Life under quarantine pt 4 Our pipe dream of Three Course Politics Media Links: Latest…

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  25. Episode 23: "Take A Look In The F**king Mirror"

    Episode 23: In this Easter episode we cover: Covid-19 update on testing and where we are Bernie dropping out and the Wisconsin primary Life under quarantine pt 3 & naming all 28 of the Democratic candidates Our top three VP picks for Biden Links: Covid-19 world numbers Covid-19 US numbers…

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  26. Episode 22: "INVOKE P"

    Episode 22: This episode we cover: Polling, Covid-19, Biden, and Trump Covid-19 in the United States Life under quarantine pt 2 The CARES Act and what it means Links: Trump Approval Rating Coronavirus polling Dave Wasserman tweet FL getting more supplies than other states Worldwide Covid-19…

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  27. Episode 21: "As Tulsi Goes, Hills Goes..."

    Episode 21: This episode we cover: Politics and Covid-19 The state of the Democratic Primary Life under quarantine Hopeful signs to beat Covid-19 Links: Covid-19 statistics March 17 primary results Exit Polling - FL Exit Polling - IL Exit Polling - AZ Exit Polling - CNN Questions? Email us at...

  28. Episode 20: "Live from Silver Spring: Biden is Back"

    Episode 20: This episode we recap everything about Super Tuesday 2020: What happened? What does it mean and where do the candidates stand? What comes next? Links: Decision Desk HQ Results Exit Polling - NBC Exit Polling - CNN Exit Polling by Race and Age Delegate math with MSNBC's Steve Kornacki...

  29. Episode 19.5: A Bloomberg and Warren Update!

    Episode 19.5: We'll bring you a full analysis on Super Tuesday soon, but first: The impact of Bloomberg dropping out. The theory behind Warren's strategy and plan forward. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the...

  30. Episode 19: "Bid-mentum"

    Episode 19: This episode we tackle: The path to 270 electoral votes The South Carolina Democratic primary results and state of the race Coronavirus and the 2020 election Which MLS team resembles each of the Democratic candidates? Links: Voting and the Whole Foods Bubble - New York Times South...

  31. Episode 18: "Maybe Amy"

    Episode 18: This episode we dive into: The dumpster-fire that was the Iowa Caucus The Feb 7th 2020 Democratic Primary Debate and NH What's a Caucus?! Our VP predictions Links: Emo Trump NYT Iowa Analysis Biden's attack ad on Pete Questions? Email us at [email protected]....

  32. Episode 17: "Cloudy With A Chance of Tom Steyer"

    Episode 17: This episode we dive into: Democratic primary forecasting Trumpeachment Bernie & Hillary SuperBowl Ads and Gritty Adam Schiff's closing remarks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBtcDQpENZw Questions? Email us at [email protected]....

  33. Episode 16: "It's Not Great Hills"

    Episode 16: This episode we dive into: The Battle for the Senate in 2020 What's coming up next with Iran A tasty side dish on Tom Steyer And a sweet dessert about the House Democrats Sen Mike Lee (R-UT) after the intelligence briefing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyDVVIO5OH0 Questions? Email…

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  34. Episode 15: "The Santa Claus Of Hope"

    Episode 15: On this Christmas Eve episode, we discuss: Impeachment and polling updates The impact and learnings from the recent UK election Side dish on Tulsi Gabbard And a very special dessert on which Star Wars movie most resembles the top 11 Democratic candidates. Link to impeachment polling:...

  35. Episode 14: "Failing To Rob A Bank Is Still A Crime"

    Episode 14: Hills and Josh talk Trumpeachment, a comprehensive Dem primary review, Hunter Biden, and who the VP choices could be. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. Devin Nunes "oh no" face: https://twitter.com/aravosis/status/1197184057249062915?s=20 Gordon Sondland Meme:...

  36. Episode 13: "Kentucky BLUEgrass"

    Episode 13: Josh and Hills are back with updates on Impeachment, analysis of Election day 2019, and a brand new short segment. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the podcast here:...

  37. Episode 12: One Debate, Two Takes

    Episode 12: Hills and Josh record a special episode about the October Democratic Presidential Debate. Since we couldn't record together, we each provide our own takes on who did well and what comes next. Questions? Email us at [email protected]....

  38. Episode 11: "Trumpeachment"

    Episode 11: Hills and Josh are back! We talk Democratic primary debate recap, Trumpeachment, and a hopeful dessert about Greta Thunberg. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the podcast here:...

  39. Episode 10.5: An Update and A Hot Take

    Episode 10.5: Hills has a short update and a very hot take about 2020. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-course-politics/id1453561370.

  40. Episode 10: "The NRA Gave How Much To Trump?"

    Episode 10: we talk about the importance of the August Recess, and all things about the solution to the gun epidemic. Plus, a sweet, sweet dessert on Greenland. Questions? Email us at [email protected]. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the podcast...

  41. Episode 9: "Polls Polls Polls"

    Episode 9: We talk about polling, more polling, and analyze the second Democratic debates. —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/three-course-politics/id1453561370....

  42. Episode 8: "Freedom Meetings"

    Episode 8: Post-debate performances and your 101 to gerrymandering. Buckle up! —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Subscribe to the podcast here: https://anchor.fm/threecoursepolitics —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Intro and outro music by Brett…

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  43. Episode 7: "Expect More From Your Government"

    Three Course Politics, Episode 7. We give a primer about the first 2020 Democratic primary debates and everything around impeachment. Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

  44. Episode 6: “Live From LIC"

    Hills and Josh are LIVE (well, recording together). Our short take on the horrendous abortion laws, infrastructure week, and new campaign tactics around healthcare.\ Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

  45. Episode 5: "MIKE GRAVEL!? Why is he running?"

    Three Course Politics, Episode 5. We talk about the divide in the Democratic Party and an update on the 2020 Democratic Candidates! Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

  46. Episode 4: "Trump 2020: A Four Part Strategy and Four Parts Stupid"

    Three Course Politics: Episode 4. We talk the redacted Mueller report and the Trump 2020 strategy (and how to beat it). Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

  47. Episode 3: "Poor Jay Inslee"

    Episode 3: Three Course Politics. We talk Mueller Report and more analysis of 2020 candidates. Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

  48. Episode 2: “Karma is a b*tch, and so is Paul Manafort”

    Episode 2: Three Course Politics. We talk about North Korea and #Muellertime! Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

  49. Episode 1: "Politics is a Contact Sport"

    Episode One - Welcome to Three Course Politics! Intro and outro music by Brett Hillsberg: https://soundcloud.com/brett-hillsberg

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Hills and Josh are back! We'll aim for weekly shows with two short segments - 30 minutes or less. We'll debrief the latest in the 2024 election from LV vs. RV polling to why candidates are making specific decisions. Stay tuned!

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How many episodes does Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics) have?

Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics) has 49 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 9, 2024.

What is Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics) about?

Hills and Josh are back! We'll aim for weekly shows with two short segments - 30 minutes or less. We'll debrief the latest in the 2024 election from LV vs. RV polling to why candidates are making specific decisions. Stay tuned!

How often does Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics) release new episodes?

Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics) publishes monthly, based on its 49 episodes since February 2019.

Who hosts Dems Debrief (formerly Three Course Politics)?

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