Episodes
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Summer Sucks in the Worst of the Best States
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie catch up on a packed news week — from Trump's bizarre mid-air switcheroo in Turkey to Louisiana once again claiming the title of worst state in the nation. Plus: yard work rants, Ellie's 50th birthday, and the pathetic narcissism of Senator Cassidy. From the...
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Louisiana Gives Away the Farm (literally) to Meta
In this episode, Michelle is joined by special guest Jackson Voss (Alliance for Affordable Energy) to explain how Louisiana is handing the state to tech billionaires and calling it economic development. Meta's controversial data center in Richland Parish and Space X’s rocket launch in coastal...
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Warfighters, World Cup, and Jimothy...oh my!
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie catch up on the chaotic news, including military testosterone testing, the Tate brothers' criminal charges, and Trump’s embarrassing World Cup performance. Stay for the sweet things we found on social media though. If you're enjoying Seriously?!, subscribe...
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The Miseducation of State Representative Amedee
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle do a deep dive into Representative Beryl Amedee, a prominent anti-vaxxer and culture war legislator, exploring her motivations, legislative priorities, and the broader implications of her bills on public health and bodily autonomy. If you're enjoying…
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Can we Red Card Trump?
Ellie and Michelle are back from our totally necessary break to catch you up on everything that went wrong while we were gone. This week: the DOJ may be reviving the slush fund, and America's 250th birthday party on the National Mall goes about as well as you'd expect, but no one was there to see...
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Speaking Truth to Power (with Senator Royce Duplessis)
This week, Michelle and Ellie are joined by Louisiana State Senator Royce Duplessis for a candid conversation about one of the most consequential legislative sessions in recent Louisiana history. From attacks on voting rights and Black political representation to the targeting of New Orleans...
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Make America 1994 Again
In this episode Ellie and Michelle break down some of the most notable bills from the 2026 legislative session—from anti-abortion messaging bills, attacks on LGBTQ+ protections, parental rights legislation, and the latest entries in Louisiana's MAGA agenda. You can now watch us on YouTube Send us…
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Our Governor Went to Greenland and All We Got Was this Sh*ty Map
In this week’s episode, Michelle and Ellie unpack another chaotic week in Louisiana and national politics. Governor Jeff Landry is trying to lure the youth of Greenland to his house with promises of unlimited chocolate chip cookies. Trump’s stealing our money and giving it to criminals. The...
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They Cut the Feed
Louisiana's legislature held hearings until 4:30 IN THE MORNING to ram through redistricting maps that gut Black voting power — and Michelle was there for basically all of it. Ellie was not, because she's been on a journey of self-discovery and starting a new firm, which she hates talking about…
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Louisiana's Jim Crow Maps
We’re going to do something different this week. On May 8th, the Louisiana Senate Government Affairs committee held a hearing about proposed new maps that would redraw our 6 Congressional Districts. Hundreds of people came to the Capitol to testify. We are going to play some of that testimony...
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Don’t P*** on My Leg and Tell Me It’s Raining
Courts are doing things. Louisiana is doing things. The Fifth Circuit is doing things. None of it is good. Pour yourself something strong and join Ellie and Michelle as they try to make sense of the week that was. The SCOTUS opinion in Louisiana v. Callais dropped this week and Alito is…
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This F’g Guy
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk about the conservative freakout about the declining teen birth rate, the middle finger voters in Virginia gave to Trump, Jazzfest drivers messing up New Orleans, whether Charlie Kirk was a model of success that students should be forced to emulate, and...
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The Bible Doesn’t Say You Can Be An A-hole
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk about JD Vance’s warning to Pope Leo, the absurd outcome of the debate over pregnancy centers providing healthcare without being licensed, and, of course, another chapter in Representative Crew’s crusade against pronouns. To contact legislators about...
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Avocado Toast with Aubrey Allison
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle are joined by Aubrey Allison, a content creator in New Orleans who blends culture, news and politics with humor and sarcasm in a way that is delightful. Aubrey shares how she thinks about using social media to spread information people need but making sure...
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A Flashback to 1950
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle run through a laundry list of batshit stuff that happened nationally and in Louisiana. How did the Artemis II launch get overshadowed by the Supreme Court’s bizarre decision on conversion therapy, the spectacle of Kristi Noem, Lindsey Graham, and Pam Jo, and...
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They're Coming For the Ballot and Science Classes
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle discuss recent legislative developments in Louisiana, how the SAVE Act disenfranchises women, and why we need more secular traditions. Also, Louisiana is trying to sneak through a Baby Olivia Bill - but we’re on to them. VoteRiders is a national, non-partisan,...
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Signs of NOPE
Michelle and Ellie unpack recent legislative developments in Louisiana including the influence of religious and unlicensed pregnancy centers, their role in propagation of misinformation, and their lack of regulation. They also discuss Ohio Republicans proposing a pregnancy registry requiring…
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F* It, Let’s Do It Again...and Again
Michelle and Ellie are back in the legislative trenches after last week’s podcast episode suffered a catastrophic recording error. So they recorded it again, because there’s wild stuff this legislative session in Louisiana. Lawmakers are trying to do everything from changing the definition of...
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Ellie's Pregnancy House
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie analyze recent and proposed Louisiana bills, focusing on regulation of pregnancy centers and MAGA legislator’s absurd response to Minneapolis protests. They also discuss the broader implications for civil liberties and healthcare access in the state. From this...
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The March for Measles
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie discuss Trump’s meltdown over the Supreme Court decision in the tariff’s case, the March for Life spawning a measles outbreak, and the disturbing new campaign to ban sex-sex marriage. From this episode: March for Life attendees may have been exposed to measles...
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Abortion bans are actually about control and punishment (with Jessica Valenti)
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk to Jessica Valenti about the current state of abortion rights in the U.S., the importance of local advocacy, and the impact of misinformation. They dig into the BS coercion narrative surrounding abortion and how critical it is to understand the…
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What is the possible connection between Greenland and Louisiana?
and does Landry think Greenland in covered in "snow"?
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New Year, Same Lawless Sh*t
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle discuss the lawless and tumultuous start to 2026. They delve into the political climate under the Trump administration, focusing on the controversial actions in Venezuela and the implications of U.S. foreign policy. The conversation also touches on domestic...
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Best of Seriously?! in 2025
We hope you enjoy this little skip down memory lane. These are the best moments from the pod in 2025. We'll be back next year with new episodes. You can now watch us on YouTube Send us a message on Instagram or at [email protected] - tell us what your Seriously?! moment is. Follow us on...
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Privacy Violations at Unregulated Pregnancy Clinics with Debra Rosen
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk to Executive Director of Reproductive Health and Freedom Watch, Debra Rosen. They go deep on the sketchy fundraising practices of unregulated pregnancy clinics (UPCs) and their violations of patient privacy. They also discuss the Diddy documentary…
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Introducing rePROs Fight Back
This week, we want to introduce you to another awesome podcast, rePROs Fight Back. Every other Tuesday, Host Jennie Wetter does a deep-dive into reproductive health, rights, and justice issues like abortion, birth control, sex education, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more. Preying With...
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Lie Action
Ellie and Michelle continue the conversation delves into the controversial activities and beliefs of the anti-abortion organization. This week they focus on Live Action, led by Lila Rose. They have some hot takes on Rose's undercover investigations, her views on IVF, and the contentious topic of...
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Students for Lies
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle murder board Trump’s Epstein problem. Plus a deep dive into Students for Life social media misinformation campaign. From this episode: Former Louisiana House speaker indicted for theft of cypress artifact Leave us a comment or Review Us on Apple Podcast and you...
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Mustard? Don’t Let’s Be Silly
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding SNAP funding, recent election victories for women and progressives, and Mamdani's historic win as New York City's first Muslim mayor. They also critique the ADL's reaction to Mamdani’s win, the war on birth control…
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Planting a Seed Part 2 with AVOW Texas
In this episode, Eliie and Michelle catch up on some seriously stupid news, from SNAP benefits to Tradwife Classes. Then they talk to Amy Sustaita, the Relational Organizing Manager at AVOW Texas, about the importance of deep canvassing in the fight for abortion access. Amy shares personal…
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Planting a Seed with Grace Arkfeld
In this episode, Michelle talks to Grace Arkfeld, the lead canvasser and volunteer coordinator for Lift Louisiana's Deep Canvassing Program. They discuss the importance of deep canvassing in building empathy and shifting attitudes around reproductive rights, particularly in Louisiana. The...
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Planting a Seed Part 1 with Grace Arkfeld
In this episode, Michelle talks to Grace Arkfeld, the lead canvasser and volunteer coordinator for Lift Louisiana's Deep Canvassing Program. They discuss the importance of deep canvassing in building empathy and shifting attitudes around reproductive rights, particularly in Louisiana. The...
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RIP Voting Rights, You’ll Be Missed
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie discuss two significant Supreme Court cases: Louisiana vs. Callais, a voting rights case, and Chiles vs. Salazar, a case about conversation therapy. They also have a good chuckle at Pam Bondi’s burn book and the ignorance of this administration about anti-fa....
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I Beg You to Stop! With Monica Charlton
In this episode, hosts Michelle and Ellie talk with personal trainer and sports enthusiast Monica Charlton about the intersection of sports, reproductive rights, and the challenges faced by female and trans athletes. From the impact of pregnancy on athletic careers to the activism within women's...
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A Week of Seriously’s
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie discuss a week filled with outrageous news, from the dangerous (Tylenol/Autism claims) to the absurd (rapture preppers). We also have some fun talking about another embarrassing moment for Trump at the United Nations. Oh, and Ellie is super pissed about the…
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The Rapture, brought to you by Tylenol
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie discuss a week filled with outrageous news, from the dangerous (Tylenol/Autism claims) to the absurd (rapture preppers). We also have some fun talking about another embarrassing moment for Trump at the United Nations. Oh, and Ellie is super pissed about the…
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Thou Shall Not Violate the Constitution
In this episode, Michelle and Ellie talk with Nora Ahmed, the legal director at ACLU of Louisiana, the Louisiana law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools. ACLU of Louisiana is challenging this law in Court have gotten it blocked from taking effect so far…We talk about…
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Disturbing and Horrible
In this episode, hosts Michelle and Ellie discuss the recent assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, the implications of political violence in the U.S., and the dangers of escalating rhetoric. Also another shadow docket decision from SCOTUS regarding ICE raids and racial profiling....
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A Smorgasbord of Sh*t
In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk about a myriad of absurd (and kind of terrifying) crap happening in Louisiana, Texas, and the United States Capitol. From radioactive shrimp to a dangerous new strategy in the anti-abortion playbook, we walk through the failure of our leaders to meet the...
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The Before Times with Angela Adkins
In this episode, Michelle speaks with Angela Adkins, a prominent figure in the fight for abortion rights in Louisiana. Angela shares her experiences with nutjob protesters at the clinic that she ran and the importance of civic engagement in advocating for reproductive rights. We uncover the...
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Ken Paxton’s Abortion Pill Pool Party
On this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk to Jamila Johnson, Co-Director of Litigation at the Lawyering Project and Alex Moody, Staff Attorney at Lift Louisiana, about Act 246, a Louisiana law that adds mifepristone and misoprostol to the list of controlled substances, effectively restricting…
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Supremely Bad Decisions Part 2
In Part 2 of our SCROTUS Review, Michelle and Ellie dive into United States v. Skrmetti and Trump v. CASA Inc. The tl;dr is that the Court is making things up as they go along and Justice KBJ is having none of it. For more about what we talked about in this episode: The U.S. is destroying $9.7...
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Supremely Bad Decisions Part 1
After a much needed break, Ellie and Michelle are back for Season 2!!! This week, we break down two of the most insane Supreme Court decisions you may have missed — Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic and Mahmoud v. Taylor. These decisions upend decades of settled understanding about how...
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STARt by Believing? Not for some state Reps
In this bonus episode of Seriously?! we continue our conversation with Morgan Lamandre, the Executive Director of STAR—an organization that fights for the rights and well-being of sexual assault survivors. We'll also listen to the outrageous way some state Reps. think about discrimination against...
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STARt by Believing? Not for some state Reps.
In this bonus episode of Seriously?! we continue our conversation with Morgan Lamandre, the Executive Director of STAR—an organization that fights for the rights and well-being of sexual assault survivors. We'll also listen to the outrageous way some state Reps. think about discimination against...
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The Good Landry
Ellie and Michelle catch up with Representative Mandie Landry to hear how the legislative session wrapped up. Landry shares her insights about pushing back on efforts to end diversity, equity and inclusion and strategically working across the aisle. The political environment can be more toxic…
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Sine Die with Morgan Lamandre
Ellie and Michelle welcome the fabulous Morgan Lamandre, Executive Director of STAR, to help us process (or at least laugh-cry about) the end of the Louisiana legislative session. Spoiler: we actually had some wins! We break down the final battle on the “sue everyone ban” and Morgan schools us on...
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