Political Playlist Happy Hour

On this episode of the happy hour, Michael and Anna discuss how to talk about Trump's upcoming visit to China, where he will hold a crucial summit with President Xi to discuss the ongoing war in Iran, Taiwan, Trade, and most importantly AI safety. This is a highly consequential meeting, though as we point out, it isn't likely that any major agreement comes from this. But we discuss what a "win" looks like and why you should be aware of these core agenda items. Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this happy hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Democratic Congressional candidate Jordan Wood. He's running for Maine's 2nd Congressional district, currently held by Playlister Jarred Golden, a Democrat in a very and we mean VERY purple district. Jordan talks a lot about how he's reaching across the aisle to speak to fellow Mainers about what matters most, and the challenges as well as the benefits of running in such a closely divided district. His primary is coming up, and we're really glad he stopped by to talk with us. He's super smart, and we think you'll like the conversation! Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this happy hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony tackle that age-old Jerry Seinfeld question "what's the deal with AI bipartisanship?" It's a good one, and one that we three tackle with equal parts fear and amazement, as the issue of AI and potential regulation is perhaps the only thing a profoundly divided Congress is finding common ground on. But the big questions remain, what will Congress actually do and more importantly, WHEN will they do it. Because while we love Claude, we do not want Claude to replace these three lovable podcast hosts! Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Democratic Congressional candidate Dr. Everton Blair, who's running for Georgia's 13th district. He is 13th district through and through, having grown up in the area, and spent much of his career in education, ranging from Teach For America, to working in the Obama administration on Education initiatives, to most recently being the youngest Chairman of the Gwinnett County School Board, the largest school district in the state. And further complicating this Democratic primary is the fact that longtime incumbent Rep. David Scott suddenly passed away last week, throwing a new wrinkle into this important race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss how to talk about the latest shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner, that was likely an assassination attempt on Trump, bringing the total number of attempts to four. This is an alarming and unprecedented number in recent time, and more troubling is the only discussion of conspiracy theories and people calling these staged. While the folks in the room that night--some were our friends--can certainly verify this wasn't staged, we thought it important to discuss WHY there are so many outrageous theories gaining online footings, and how we might look beyond that chatter to identify what the real issue is that we as a country need to solve. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Candidate George Hornedo, who's running for Congress in Indiana's 7th district, which is Indianapolis and the greater area. Surprisingly, it's a very un-gerrymandered district. Not surprisingly, the current guy has been in there for a while, and George is looking to shake things up. We had a great conversation with this lawyer turned Obama Administration worker turned Buttigieg 2020 campaign staffer turned...Congressman?! The primary is May 5th, so you bet we're tuning in! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss How To Talk About these crazy AI Lego pro-Iran propaganda videos that the Regime is making about the war, and how these diss-vids are definitely breaking through social media and no doubt getting under Trump's skin. But despite their silly dumbness, a larger, more serious question is raised: If Iran was losing so bad, why would they be making this videos mocking the US? And what does it mean that their latest "slopaganda" video goes after the FBI Director Kash Patel, following the bombshell reporting that he's drunk a lot of the time? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna tell you about Anna Paulina Luna, the Politician On Our Playlist this week. She's a Republican from Florida and one of the youngest members of Congress. And, despite being a firm supporter of the President and his agenda, she still carves her own lane when it comes to standing up for women, whether it be pushing for a bill to allow new mothers to vote in the House by proxy, or leading the charge to expel Congressional leaders who are accused of sexual misconduct...namely Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzalez. They beat her to the punch this week with their resignations, but maybe that's a tell that she had the juice to get them booted. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna discuss the latest bombshell news surrounding Congressman Eric Swalwell, and his announcement to resign from Congress, as well as Republican Congressman Tony Gonzalez' decision to resign an hour later! Then, the discussion shifts to how to talk about the impending deal with Iran as we look back and try to remember what was in the PREVIOUS nuclear deal with had with them under Obama. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the happy hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Jake Levine, the politician on our playlist this week! Why is he on the playlist this week? Well, it's because he's running to replace Democratic Congressman Brad Sherman, of California's 32nd Congressional district and it turns out Brad has been in that seat since...1997! (Which is when Michael and Anna were in 6th and 2nd grade, respectively). Jake is a 4th generation Angeleno who's coming in with some fresh new ideas and some lived experience, having lost his childhood home in the Palisades fire and having wasted no time in helping found The Department Of Angels, a non-profit providing critical resources to fire victims. Let's just say Jake is a go-getter, and we're so excited to talk with him because he's going places. And we're here for it! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss How To Talk About The California Governor's Race, which is, to put it mildly, a bit of a shit show. There are actually 61 names--for real--that are going to be on the primary ballot come June 2, but only 10 of them are serious contenders. And that's still a lot for this Jungle Primary, which will see the top two finishers, regardless of party affiliation, advance to the final ballot in November. So place your bets folks, because this race is anyone's to take! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Politician On Our Playlist this week is...Harry Jarin. This thirtysomething small business owner and volunteer fireman is running to fill Maryland's 5th Congressional district seat, long held by Congressional stalwart Steny Hoyer, who's retiring (finally!) at the age of 86. Harry is facing a very crowded field, but as you'll immediately tell from our interview, he is quite a formidable candidate, and has a lot of great things to say. Man, does our politics need folks like Harry right now! Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna break down How To Talk About Young Republicans, and the recent polling that suggests the young MAGA cohort that was critical to reelecting President Trump is now jumping shit on account of a growing unhappiness with the direction he's taking the country on four key issues: Healthcare, The Economy, Foreign Policy and Immigration. But the real questions is, what does this mean for the midterms and who will win the messaging war? Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How are young politicians doing things differently?? How about skillfully using clickbait-y Instagram posts to get your attention about an important campaign finance bill they're trying to pass? That's exactly what Rep. Summer Lee, a 38-year-old Democrat from Pennsylvania, did this week when bringing attention to her bill - The Abolish Super PACs Act. Do you think there's too much money in politics? Do you wish that rich people and corporations couldn't give endless amounts of funds to politicians? Well then you're going to want to tune in to hear more about Rep. Lee's proposal! Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make sure you're subscribed here and check out some other ways to engage with us: Grab your 'Elect Young People' shirt. Head to our website to dive deeper on members of Congress under 45-years-old. Watch the full episode here on YouTube. Connect with us on Instagram/Threads and TikTok.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Gallant has worn many hats. A Black Hawk helicopter pilot, an air traffic controller, a volunteer firefighter, a fiancé and now he hopes to add another one - Congressman from New York's 1st district. He's 36-years-old and running in the Democratic primary for NY-1 to hopefully unseat the current Republican. As part of our Primary Watch series, focusing on the next generation of political hopefuls around the country, we chat with Chris about how his military service informs his view on the current war in Iran, Pete Hegseth's new 'standards' for the enlisted, what 'affordability' really means, and how he's tackling campaigning in a purple district. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As gas prices reach a new high, Anna and Anthony dig into what's happening in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trading route controlled by Iran. Trump seems to be getting squeezed by his own foreign policies and the calling on countries like China and Japan to 'help out'. Are we at a tipping point in this war? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who's the Politician on our Playlist this week? It's Seth Magaziner, the Democrat from Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District and he's got a new bill to regulate these rapidly growing, and completely unregulated, betting apps like Kalshi and Polymarket. These sites are now aquiring massive amounts of election data and are, as of now, going to be taking bets on upcoming elections in this country! That means a politician running could...throw the election...and bet against himself...and make a pile of money--LEGALLY???? Yes, you heard all that correctly. But the question is, will Congress take up Seth's new bill? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Political Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss how to talk about the ongoing and escalating war in Iran, and specifically what people are not talking about...how this relates to China. With oil prices soaring right now, and the Trump Administration message pivoting more times than Anna finds Anthony annoying, the result has left the American people and the world asking, is this all about regime change? Or is there a larger combative chess move towards China at play here? Playlister, pour a glass, tune in and and decide for yourself! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Political Happy Hour, Hosts Michael, Anna and Anthony break down the latest in the seismic developments in the Middle East, which is to say, the war Trump just started with Iran. The gang then talk about Katie Britt, the Politician on their Playlist this week, and then discuss How To Talk About all these primary elections. Finally, a fun win of the week for those who are still With Her. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna discuss their take on the recent State of the Union speech, and the effectiveness of the theatrics of it all. We then discuss Dan Crenshaw, the Politician On Our Playlist this week, who's a Republican from Texas and has been very vocal about using the military to go after the drug cartels. This is relevant because the Mexican Military just killed one of the most feared cartel leaders, "El Mencho" this week. Later in the episode, we break down How To Talk About Kash Patel and his off-ice antics in Milan, and of course Anna has some thoughts on that locker room phone call from the President. In fact, I think we all do. Lastly, the Win Of The Week comes in the form of an unlikely "fan" from Vegas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Chinese New Years! Trump and the FCC have once again decided to take a page out of the People's Republic playbook and censor American comedians once again! On this happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss how to talk about the latest Colbert fiasco with Senate Candidate James Talarico, as well as Johnny O, the politician on our playlist, and lastly, the latest fascinating and admittedly excruciating corruption on the part of Trump's kids. It's a banger of an ep, just like a box of fireworks! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We'll confess something...we totally should have made that Pam Bondi Congressional hearing into a drinking game. Fortunately for our morning hangovers, we didn't...but we DID break down all the latest for you surrounding that unhinged academy-award performance-for-one. We also cover Kevin Kiley, the republican politician on our playlist who's not afraid to buck his own party, and then we discuss how to talk about the Save Act. P.S. do you know where your birth certificate is? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony break down the latest release of the Epstein files and debate whether or not anyone's actually being held accountable. Then we discuss Senator Jon Ossoff, the politician on our playlist who's making a lot of noise (rightfully) in his home state of Georgia, where Trump has sent in the FBI and Tulsi Gabbard? to seize ballots from the 2020 election...Huh? Yeah, we know. Oh, and also Trump is trying to get Iran to reenter the nuclear deal that...he tore up? Ughhhhh, 2026 amiright ? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Michael, Anthony & Anna dive into the tragic news of yet another fatal shooting in Minneapolis at the hands of ICE and CPB agents. Let's look at the political fallout, which young Republicans are now calling for a full investigation and Congressional testimony from administration officials, and how this all shapes up to an interesting look at the second amendment. But don't worry, we will leave you on a high note with a win from our girl Paris Hilton because... that's hot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this political happy hour, Michael and Anna are joined by Congressman Gabe Amo, a Democrat from Rhode Island's 1st Congressional district for a wide-ranging discussion on the latest news surrounding ICE and their potentially unconstitutional tactics, his experience working with local governments on gun violence during the Biden administration and his optimistic view of why more young people should run for office. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony dive head first into the exploding events happening in Minneapolis, and what this escalation of ICE violence really means and how to think about it...warning, this episode is EXPLICIT. We then segue to Venezuela and what Congressman Dan Crenshaw is saying about it, before tackling the evolving potential revolution happening in Iran right now. Finally, we bring you a little bit of a win of the week in the form of ACA subsidy extensions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Contrary to the words of America's Pop Star Sweetheart, The US is in fact gonna do regime change and it's underway in Venezuela. Michael, Anna and Anthony kick off the new year with some fresh takes on the recent US extraction of President Maduro, before shifting their gears towards Jake Auchincloss, the politician on their playlist and according to the WaPo, perhaps the future of centrist democrats. Then, the gang discusses how to talk about Jan 6, and highlight the story of a particularly commendable America Pamela Hemphill seeking redemption for her actions on that day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this final Happy Hour before the holiday break, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the latest in a tragic weekend filled with all sorts of senseless violence, and particularly how our leaders respond to such events. The gang then discusses Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington, and how to talk about this damning Vanity Fair article on the Trump Administration Cabinet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony breakdown the latest news surrounding the soon to be expiring ACA subsidies unless Congress gets their act together! We then talk about Haley Stevens, the politician on our Playlist, we discuss how to talk about the Texas Senate race and then we bring you the win of the week in the form of Anna Paulina Luna fighting to ban Congressional stock trading. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna break down all the latest turbulent news about Secretary of Bro Energy Pete Hegseth and the newly uncovered reporting about his boat strikes. Then, Anna and Anthony welcome back to the show William He, the young founder of Dream For America, a progressive organization he started at the age of 16. Update, he's only still in college. So he's pretty impressive to say the least. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Thanksgiving week we're truly GIVING with this re-release of our interview with Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL). He's 28 years old, has been in office for 3 years, is a badass drummer and leader of the progressive movement. We chat about his journey into politics via the gun control movement and how he messages so well as a young politician. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the latest breaking news surrounding the release of the Epstein Files, and particularly how a few of our young female lawmakers were quite instrumental in making that happen. Then we discuss Anna Paulina Luna and Kat Cammack, two politicians on our playlist this week and later in the show we break down how to talk about the issue of affordability. And finally, there is a BIG win this week and that is that 7 out of the 10 people running to replace Rep. Jerry Nadler in NYC are under the age of 45! We dig. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anna and Anthony deliver the relieving news that the shutdown has come to an end but discuss why it's not all great news. Plus... a win at the Supreme Court for equality and why we're keeping our eye on Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) as she launches her campaign for governor of New York. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Anna and Anthony kick Michael out to talk about the pending end of the longest government shutdown in history and specifically what it means for healthcare premiums. They also dive into Rep. Elise Stefanik's expected announcement to run for governor of New York and share some good news from the Supreme Court this week because lord knows we all need it! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anthony have an election night recap, and marvel at the Democrat's scorecard having run the tables and exceeded expectations. Then they discuss prop 50 in California and Republican Rep Kevin Kiley, the politician on our playlist. They wrap up breaking down how to talk about SNAP benefits and how the government shutdown is tragically effecting this program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, Michael and Anna are joined by author, historian, and Substack extraordinaire Lorissa Rinehard to discuss her new book Winning The Earthquake: How Jeanette Rankin Defied All Odds To Become The First Woman In Congress. It's a fantastic discussion filled with a bunch of issues that still resonate today. But before that, Michael and Anna dive into the recent news surrounding these military drone strikes on suspected drug cartel boats, and what the broader implications of that are. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, we commemorate our 200th episode! Anthony was off on assignment so Michael an Anna took the wheel to discuss the monumental events that unfolded in the middle east, the release of the remaining Israeli hostages, the tentative and fragile new peace agreement and what the future might look like. Then, they discuss the politician on our playlist, Rep Delia Ramirez and what's happening on the streets of Chicago, Tariffs and the chock hold they're putting our farmers in, and the surprise Democratic ally in Marjorie Taylor Greene ! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Congressional Candidate Patrick Roath, challenging incumbent Democrat Stephen Lynch for Massachusetts 8th Congressional district seat! The conversation is wide ranging, from his impressive campaign finance haul so far, to the issues he wants to solve in his home district of Boston. But first, the gang vent over this F$&! wrecking ball hitting the East Wing of the White House. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Congressional Candidate Patrick Roath, challenging incumbent Democrat Stephen Lynch for Massachusetts 8th Congressional district seat! The conversation is wide ranging, from his impressive campaign finance haul so far, to the issues he wants to solve in his home district of Boston. But first, the gang vent over this F$&! wrecking ball hitting the East Wing of the White House. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, we commemorate our 200th episode! Anthony was off on assignment so Michael an Anna took the wheel to discuss the monumental events that unfolded in the middle east, the release of the remaining Israeli hostages, the tentative and fragile new peace agreement and what the future might look like. Then, they discuss the politician on our playlist, Rep Delia Ramirez and what's happening on the streets of Chicago, Tariffs and the chock hold they're putting our farmers in, and the surprise Democratic ally in Marjorie Taylor Greene ! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Happy Hour, we commemorate our 200th episode! Anthony was off on assignment so Michael an Anna took the wheel to discuss the monumental events that unfolded in the middle east, the release of the remaining Israeli hostages, the tentative and fragile new peace agreement and what the future might look like. Then, they discuss the politician on our playlist, Rep Delia Ramirez and what's happening on the streets of Chicago, Tariffs and the chock hold they're putting our farmers in, and the surprise Democratic ally in Marjorie Taylor Greene ! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is the one you've been waiting for Playlisters! Michael and Anna sit down with Republican Congressman Mike Lawler of New York, to discuss how he so effectively governs in one of the purplest districts in the Country. They discuss immigration, the shutdown, how to apply pragmatic bipartisanship to getting sensible policy passed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back in the USA! Anna rejoins her gang for this action-packed, newsy Happy Hour where the Playlisters share their thoughts on Pete Hegseth's Pentagon TED talk, the latest in the government shutdown, highlighting Republican Congressman Mike Lawler, who's on our playlist this week. And later in the show, they discuss how to talk about Fascism, the buzzy world that has rankled some Republicans as of late. And lastly we dig deep to find the win of the week, which is unequivocally Spencer Cox, the Governor of Utah. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What up, Playlisters...Anna's still away so we're still bro-ing down in the studio, and Michael and Anthony have a real doozy of an ep for ya! We discuss the apparent nefarious telecomm attack that seems to have been foiled by the Secret Service surrounding the UN General Assembly as well as Trump's pivot on Ukraine there and how folks like Rep. Mike Lawler are very happy about this. We then discuss the looming shutdown and what this all means, particularly for Jared Golden, who's on our playlist this week. Finally, we breakdown how to talk about the latest Tiktok acquisition and what this means for us and U.S. And finally, we celebrate Kimmel's return. Spoiler, his monologue was outstanding and met the moment! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode the Happy Hour, Michael and Anthony discuss the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, the implications for political discourse, and the reactions from various leaders. They explore the complexities of free speech, the role of media in shaping narratives, and highlight the promising political figure of Andy Kim. The conversation also delves into the breaking news about ABC preemptively pulling Jimmy Kimmel off the air in response to threats by FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. Whoa. Yeah, it's a doozy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Michael, Anna and Anthony the recent Supreme Court ruling affecting ICE practices, the impact of tariffs on American companies like John Deere, and the political landscape surrounding Ashley Hinson's newly announced Senate campaign. They also analyze recent job numbers and the overall economic outlook, concluding with a discussion on notable political figures and their potential impact on upcoming elections. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the recent bogus climate report from the Trump Administration which fits into a broader scheme to completely control and manipulate all government data, to the detriment of...YOU. The gang cites the CDC's leadership debacle, the attempted takeover of the Fed, and other statistical interference as evidence for things becoming less trustworthy. Then the discussion segues to Josh Riley, the politician from upstate NY who's on our playlist this week with a new bipartisan bill with Mike Lawler. And the big topic to unpack how to talk about is none other than AI. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Lighthearted Banter02:10 Data Manipulation in Climate Reporting09:17 The Impact of Climate Denial on Public Perception12:22 Reframing Climate Change Narratives16:14 CDC and Public Health Concerns21:31 Bipartisan Efforts in Congress26:48 Streamlining Food Assistance Programs28:08 Navigating Senior Care Challenges32:26 The Impact of AI on Employment44:59 Legislative Responses to AI and Ethics in Congress Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Get your Outfit Of The Day ready Playlisters, because today's guest has found the Journalism hack of the year to getting exclusive access to our Nation's leaders. That's right! Capitol Hill reporter Lauren Green of the Washington Examiner stops by the happy hour to talk how this unique social media trend has created a whole new way to talk politics. They also discuss what it means to be fashion forward in congress today, what's going on in DC with the troops, and how this young Texan found her way to the Hill. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna discuss the latest news surrounding Ukraine and Russia, and the implications of a possible peace deal and cease fire, and whether or not Putin can be trusted...spoiler, he can't. Then they welcome Congresswoman Sharice Davids, a Democrat from Kansas to discuss the effects of the Big Beautiful Bill on rural America and specifically the Agriculture sector, a main industry in her district. They delve into the complexities of immigration policies, the importance of nutrition assistance, and the need for collaboration across party lines. Davids shares her insights on the struggles of rural hospitals and the chaos caused by tariff policies, emphasizing the importance of treating people humanely and the need for fair representation in Congress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.