American Fever Dream

Alise, Amanda, Kaitlin, and Bryan debrief on a rollercoaster election night and consider the state of the race as of midday Wednesday. They run through Joe Biden’s multiple paths to victory as key battleground states tally up Democratic-leaning mail-in votes and the race comes down to the states we always knew it would: Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. They consider why a much-promised “blue wave” failed to materialize in Texas or Florida and whether Democrats struggled with turnout or messaging. Finally, they share their advice for the rest of the day and reflect on what Biden’s showing tells us about Hillary Clinton’s candidacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, and Amanda are back with a stacked election day episode. They discuss their election night plans and reflect on November 8, 2016. They run through the down-ballot races they’ll be watching tonight, including which Senate seats are most likely to flip and how state legislature results could change electoral politics for a decade. Finally, Amanda is joined by Biden deputy communications director Kate Berner, who shares the one thing we should all be doing today (other than voting) and what to expect from Joe Biden on election night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Bryan are back just one day out from the election. They run through the candidates closing messages over the weekend as Obama flexed for Biden in Michigan and Trump endorsed his supporters blocking off highways and harassing Biden voters and staff. They also explain what to expect on election night and how to interpret early returns. Finally, Amanda is joined by Sen Kirsten Gillibrand who reflects on her college antics with Connie Britton and what she looks forward to most about ending the Trump administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s very special bonus episode, we sit down with Mayor Pete Buttigieg to discuss what every one of us can do in the next four days to leave it all on the floor before Nov. 3. He shares how he got to know Joe Biden and Kamala Harris during the primary and describes filling in for Mike Pence during Harris’s debate prep. He shares his election night plans -- both what he’ll be doing and what he’ll be drinking -- and guides us through how to promote calm during what could be an intense election week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the eighth and final installment of the limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. This week, we’ve finally arrived at the crown jewel of American nepotism: the Trump family (and by extension the Kushners). First, Alicia tells us where Donald Trump’s son-in-law got his start (under his father’s watch), and covers the various scandals and convictions the Kushner family has under its belt. Next, Bryan tries to explain how Donald Trump’s father helped create one of the most inept (and destructive) presidents in history, and tells us how his children carry on the family tradition of raking in money and opportunity despite their lack of any discernible merit. Finally, they close the show with a game of “Daddy Sent Me” all about famous figures who benefited from being legacy admissions to a prestigious university. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda are back to run down all the critical election news just FIVE DAYS from election day. They start by reflecting on the four year anniversary of the Comey letter, then address Georgia Senator Kelly Loeffler saying she’s “not familiar” with Trump’s Access Hollywood tapes. Then, they explain how another set of court decisions could impact election day and how results are determined, and reflect on the true origins of voter suppression: white supremacy. Finally, Amanda chats with Pat Timmons-Goodson, a candidate for North Carolina’s 8th congressional district, whose appointment to the federal bench was blocked by Mitch McConnell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda are back to recount how the Trump campaign narrowly avoided committing criminally negligent homicide (again) at a rally in Nebraska last night. They talk candidly about election night anxiety and what they’re doing to prepare as people and pundits. They run through what election night could look like and which swing states could break for Biden early to secure a victory on November 3rd. Then, they turn to Constitution expert Ben Sheehan to explain how the founders laid out a process for presidential elections, contested and otherwise. He explains what you should be watching closely in these final days to ensure your state legislature doesn’t try to steal the election. Casual. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Amanda are back to get in their feelings about Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation before exploring what Democrats need to do next to restore legitimacy to two entire branches of government. NBD! They run through election-related cases making their way to a Barrett court both before and after Nov. 3, and how you should adjust your voting plan accordingly. Then Amanda is joined by Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL Pro-Choice America. Hogue breaks down potential paths for reproductive rights in light of a Barrett confirmation, how a Biden-Harris administration could expand abortion access, and what makes her hopeful for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Today’s Sup, Sami and Bryan are back and start the show with a conversation about early voting. Sami tells us what it was like to vote early and finally get to fill in the oval that will get Trump out of office. They discuss today’s Senate confirmation vote on Amy Coney Barrett and react to Mitch McConnell basically admitting that the GOP is destined to lose big in this election. Next, they talk about yet another White House COVID outbreak as the US hit its highest seven-day case average since the pandemic began. Finally, they discuss the election with only eight days to go, including record turnout in early voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, Bryan, and Amanda are back to recap the 2020 election cycle’s final presidential debate. They start by getting in their feelings about the election just 11 days away. Then, they run through the debate’s most memorable moments, from the president claiming the pandemic is behind us to Biden’s stellar facial expressions and Trump’s contest with himself for who could be the most xenophobic. Did last night’s debate change any votes? Then, Amanda is joined by Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama to discuss voting rights in the south and what’s at stake for women this election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the seventh installment of the 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. This week, we’re talking all about the families responsible for producing two recent Republican presidential nominees, the McCains and the Romneys. First, Bryan tells us about the rise of John McCain, from his family’s military roots to his election to the Senate, and finally his ascendence to power and eventual campaign against Barack Obama in 2008. Next, Alicia explains the origins of Mitt Romney’s dynastic family, including his father’s time as Governor of Michigan, the source of their enormous wealth, and how he became a presidential nominee. Finally, they close things out with a game of “Do You Know Who Said It?” featuring real quotes from both John and Mitt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda are joined by Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action, the largest gun safety reform organization in the country. With more than 6 million supporters, Moms Demand is more popular than the NRA. So why don’t our laws actually reflect Americans’ values on gun safety? Watts shares how the NRA wields disproportionate impact over the gun safety debate and whether the pandemic has made school-age children more or less safe from guns. She describes how volunteers across the country have pressured state legislators to radically alter gun laws that keep communities safer. Finally, she shares the first thing she would urge President Biden to do to address gun violence in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Sup, Sami and Alise are back and with only two weeks to go before election day, they start with an update on some election news. They discuss Trump ranting about Dr. Fauci on a campaign call, referring to him and other health experts as “idiots” that nobody wants to listen to. Next, they talk about the news that the final debate will feature the ability to mute the candidates’ microphones, and react to Trump lashing out at Kristen Welker, an NBC News journalist who will moderate the event. Finally, they discuss how some Republicans are abandoning ship as Trump’s poll numbers continue to plummet and all signs point to a devastating White House loss that takes the Senate down with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda are back to recap the weekend’s news, from surging COVID cases across the midwest to record-breaking early voting numbers out of key battleground states. They run through rising COVID numbers across the country not seen since the height of the pandemic as experts warn the next few months could be the darkest thus far. So will Americans see any economic relief? We check on the state of stimulus talks and how the White House, Nancy Pelosi, and Mitch McConnell’s respective political motivations will impact negotiations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the sixth installment of the 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. This week, we’re talking all about two of the richest families in human history, the Waltons and the Kochs. First up, Alicia tells us how Sam Walton and his Walmart empire led his children and their descendants to become the wealthiest family in the world. Next, Bryan tells us all about the infamous Koch brothers and how their family fortune enabled them to become one of the most powerful influencers of political policy on the planet. Finally, they close the show with a game of Walton family trivia called “Retail or Tall Tale” featuring a few facts that just may surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Bryan and Alise are back to preview debate night. JK, no debates -- just two dueling Town Halls on separate networks at the same time. What was NBC thinking? Then, they share the news that Barron Trump had COVID with his parents and how Trump broke the news. They also run through highlights from day 3 of Judge Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearing. Is it NBD she couldn’t remember five freedoms on the spot, or is it disqualifying? Finally, Amanda hops on with Rep. Stephanie Murphy (D-FL 7) to chat about how women can move the needle in the final days of the election. Thanks to our sponsors: Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Betches Sup podcast, Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda catch up on Day 2 of confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett. They lament that having a law degree absolves justices from sharing their own views, even when Barrett’s are well documented. They run through the most alarming moments from the hearing, including Barrett’s refusal to recuse herself from election-related matters or comment on the constitutional right to an abortion. Finally, they compare what they wish Democrats would do with the hearings with the actual strategy. Thanks to our sponsors: Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Alise are back to run through early voting mayhem in Georgia and Texas, where long lines and voter suppression attempts haven’t stopped hundreds of thousands from flooding the ballot box. Then, they talk through the early days of Amy Coney Barrett’s Senate confirmation hearing. Is there anything of value to be gained if her appointment is a foregone conclusion? They discuss her disturbing answers to questions about abortion rights, racism, and IVF. Thanks to our sponsors: Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the fifth installment of the 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. On this week’s episode, we’re talking all about the families behind two of the biggest media empires in the world, Fox News (the Murdochs) and The New York Times (the Ochs Sulzbergers). First, Bryan walks us through the history of the Murdochs, starting with patriarch Rupert Murdoch’s rise to wealth and power. Plus, he shares the many scandals the family has endured and how Rupert’s children stand to inherit his vast empire. Next, Alicia outlines the lineage of the Ochs Sulzbergers and how the role of publisher has been passed from one (white male) family member to another for over a century. Finally, they finish this week’s episode with a game called “Get With the Times” all about some of the most interesting facts about these two media families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Bryan, and Sami are back for your VP debate recap. They run through some of the creative liberties candidates took with the questions and how Mike Pence gave Kamala Harris the meme of the election. They discuss each candidate’s strongest and weakest moments and why both sides seemed evasive on SCOTUS questions. Finally, they luxuriate in Fly Gate and catch up with the leader of the free world, who is calling his deadly disease a gift from god and blaming Gold Star families for infecting him. Thanks to our sponsors: Feals: Feals will have you feeling your best every day. Become a member today by going to Feals.com/sup and you’ll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin and Amanda are back to check in on the state of the White House outbreak and the president’s alleged recovery. They discuss why the White House has no credibility when it comes to their claims about negative tests, and react to news that Stephen Miller has tested positive and how this should have impacted tonight’s vice presidential debate. Finally, they cover new reporting that Jeff Sessions and others in the Justice Department demanded infants be separated from parents despite objections from prosecutors. After that, Amanda chats with Rep. Mikie Sherrill about parenting during a pandemic and why the national security community has come out for Biden in full force. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sami is joined by Samantha Cohen, daughter to former Trump confidant Michael Cohen, to discuss her experience growing up in the orbit of the Trump family. They start with a conversation about the revelations surrounding inappropriate comments the president made about her at age 15, as well as the reaction to a recent Vanity Fair article on the same topic. Next, she shares what it was like interacting with someone like Ivanka at a young age, and how it feels to see the Trump children operating in the White House. Plus, she explains her perspective on the psychological factors that lead the president to act the way he does. Finally, they close the show with her feelings on the way the public views her father today. NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the president's COVID-19 diagnosis Thanks to our sponsors: Feals: Feals will have you feeling your best every day. Become a member today by going to Feals.com/sup and you’ll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Sup, Sami and Bryan are back to talk about everything we know regarding the president’s COVID diagnosis and subsequent hospitalization. They discuss the timeline of his positive test and examine the conflicting statements about how early he knew he had the virus. Next, they talk about his public statements on Twitter and the joyride he took in a secret service vehicle to wave at supporters outside the hospital, putting lives at risk. They also discuss the many people from Trump’s inner circle that have contracted the virus. Finally, they close things out with a conversation about what this all means for the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett. Thanks to our sponsors: Feals: Feals will have you feeling your best every day. Become a member today by going to Feals.com/sup and you’ll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an emergency episode of the Betches Sup Podcast, our hosts react in real-time to the news that President Trump and the First Lady have COVID, as well as the new tapes of the First Lady sh*t talking Christmas. Thanks to our sponsors: Feals: Feals will have you feeling your best every day. Become a member today by going to Feals.com/sup and you’ll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the fourth installment of the 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. On this week’s episode, Alicia guides us through the lineage of another one of the most powerful dynasties in American history, the Kennedy family. First, they discuss the rise of JFK’s father Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. and how he groomed his sons for a life in politics. Next, they discuss the success of the Kennedy sons, including JFK’s time as president, and cover the many scandals the family endured. Finally, they close things out with a game of “Kennedy or It Can’t Be” all about some of the most surprising Kennedy family trivia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Bryan and Alise are back and start the show with some of the lingering after effects of this week’s presidential debate. They react to Donald Trump’s attempt to claim that he doesn’t know who the Proud Boys are, and discuss the response from several Republican lawmakers. Plus, they talk about the Commission on Presidential Debates stating that it would be making changes to the structure of future debates “to ensure a more orderly discussion.” Finally, they close the show with updates in the Breonna Taylor case. Thanks to our sponsors: Dipsea: Dipsea is an audio app full of short, sexy stories and guided sessions. Get a 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/SUP Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Betches Sup podcast, Sami, Kaitlin, and Amanda debrief on the first debate of the general election. They run through the night’s most memorable moments, from the name-calling to Trump’s shockingly frank embrace of white supremacy. They discuss what newly engaged voters told us about how they interpreted the debate and the impact it might have on turnout. Finally, they consider if the debate was a total waste of time and make predictions if the next one will even happen. Thanks to our sponsors: Dipsea: Dipsea is an audio app full of short, sexy stories and guided sessions. Get a 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/SUP Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Sup, Alise and Bryan start things off with a preview of tonight’s debate, including which topics will be covered, what’s at stake, and exactly what you should look out for. Then they dive into the details of the bombshell New York Times report featuring details about the president’s tax returns and what they reveal about his finances. Do voters even care that he doesn’t pay taxes? Finally, they close things out with Trump’s nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett, who starts meeting with senators this morning. Thanks to our sponsors: Dipsea: Dipsea is an audio app full of short, sexy stories and guided sessions. Get a 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/SUP Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda is joined by TJ Ducklo, national press secretary for former Vice President Joe Biden's presidential campaign, to discuss Joe Biden’s strategy for tomorrow’s debate in Ohio. How will the campaign use the debate to continue Biden’s swing state momentum? Ducklo also explains how the Supreme Court vacancy has -- and hasn’t -- changed the debate calculus, and speaks to Biden’s overall consistency as a candidate. Finally, we ask TJ if low expectations for Trump help or hurt Joe Biden. Thanks to our sponsors: Dipsea: Dipsea is an audio app full of short, sexy stories and guided sessions. Get a 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/SUP Curology: Get a powerful skincare treatment made for you today! Go to Curology.com/sup for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the third installment of the 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. On this week’s episode, Bryan leads us through the family history of one of the most powerful dynasties in American history, the Bush family. First, they talk about the origins of the family’s wealth and power. Next, they discuss the many scandals and highlights of President George H.W. Bush’s political career. Plus, they talk about how nepotism led George W. Bush to walk in his father’s footsteps (and copy his playbook along the way). Finally, they close things out with a game of “Bush or Bull” featuring a collection of surprising facts about the Bush family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Amanda do a quick catchup on yesterday’s headlines, including the announcement that no criminal charges will be filed related to Breonna Taylor’s death. How do you have a murder without a murderer? Then, they discuss Trump’s most recent threat to the election: refusing to commit to a peaceful transfer of power. What will the days, weeks, and months leading up to the election look like? Then, Amanda is joined by Jess Morales Rocketto, co-founder of Supermajority, to discuss the group’s epic weekend of action that’s basically a virtual Coachella for politically engaged women. Thanks to our sponsors: Modern Fertility: Visit ModernFertility.com/SUP to get $20 off the test. That means your test will cost $139, instead of the hundreds or thousands it could cost at a doctor’s office! Function of Beauty: Function of Beauty is hair care that is formulated specifically for you. Go to FunctionofBeauty.com/SUP to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda are back to talk about the next steps in the battle to replace Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. They run through the Republican senators vowing to confirm a Trump pick before election day. Is it naive to be disappointed in Mitt Romney? They discuss possible maneuvers at the Democrats’ disposal: is it even possible to block a vote before election today? Finally, they discuss why the concept of “court packing” isn’t a radical response, but the only ethical one we have. Thanks to our sponsors: Modern Fertility: Visit ModernFertility.com/SUP to get $20 off the test. That means your test will cost $139, instead of the hundreds or thousands it could cost at a doctor’s office! Function of Beauty: Function of Beauty is hair care that is formulated specifically for you. Go to FunctionofBeauty.com/SUP to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by election security advocate, attorney and writer Jenny Cohn, to talk about the biggest threats to our voting systems this year. They start with a list of the most concerning issues for election security in 2020. Next, they discuss some of the historical examples of troubling election moments in the recent past, and what those can teach us about this time around. Finally, they close things out with some tips for making sure your vote gets counted. Thanks to our sponsors: Modern Fertility: Visit ModernFertility.com/SUP to get $20 off the test. That means your test will cost $139, instead of the hundreds or thousands it could cost at a doctor’s office! Function of Beauty: Function of Beauty is hair care that is formulated specifically for you. Go to FunctionofBeauty.com/sup to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Sami discuss the expected yet unthinkable passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on Friday. They reflect on Ginsburg’s legacy and look ahead to confirming her replacement, which Mitch McConnell vowed to do within hours of her death. They discuss Republican hypocrisy, cover the most constructive ways to move forward, and share the potentially radical 2021 scenarios Democrats are finally giving serious consideration. Finally, they discuss the consequences the next Supreme Court Justice could have on matters of life and death. Thanks to our sponsors: Modern Fertility: Visit ModernFertility.com/SUP to get $20 off the test. That means your test will cost $139, instead of the hundreds or thousands it could cost at a doctor’s office! Function of Beauty: Function of Beauty is hair care that is formulated specifically for you. Go to FunctionofBeauty.com/SUP to take your four part hair profile quiz and save 20% on your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents the second installment of this 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. On this week’s episode, our hosts are talking about two of the most storied families in Hollywood history. First, Alicia examines the Barrymore family, from their roots as acting royalty in the late 19th century all the way to Drew Barrymore’s rise to stardom. Next, Bryan talks about the Disney family and how the descendants of Walt and Roy Disney continue to reap the benefits of their labor to this day. Finally, they close things out with another round of Do You Know Who My Dad Played, all about actors whose famous lineage might surprise you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Alise and Bryan are talking all about Trump’s repeated contradictions of the director of the CDC. They start with Dr. Redfield’s announcement that it will likely take about six to nine months for all Americans to be vaccinated and to achieve large-scale immunity. They react to a series of audio clips featuring the president’s outright denial of these remarks, and baffling criticism of mask use. Next, they talk about a top administration official who is taking a leave of absence after going on a wild Facebook Live rant accusing the CDC of sedition. Finally, they close the show with a conversation about the latest news in JK Rowling’s troubling remarks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda, Sami, Kaitlin and Alise are back for a conversation about sexism in the 2020 general election. What lessons have the media learned from 2016, and where have we fallen short? Where is the line between celebrating female empowerment and being sexist? Is it ever appropriate to compliment a female candidate's appearance? They also discuss whether we hold ourselves to a lower standard when it comes to discussing women whose views we don’t agree with and why maybe that’s okay. Finally, they consider why it’s sexist to expect more from women than men even though women often over perform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Amanda are back to run through the absentee ballot challenges threatening to undermine the election result -- and what you need to know to make sure yours is counted. Then they describe a shocking whistleblower complaint alleging horrific conditions in ICE Detention Centers where doctors are performing a suspiciously high rate of hysterectomies on women, with one doctor performing so many they earned the nickname “the uterus collector.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Bryan are back to mark six months since the pandemic posed a national emergency and 50 days out from election day. They reflect on the past six months as the U.S. passes 200,000 deaths while our Canadian neighbors celebrate their first day without death. They debrief Trump’s illegal Nevada rally in which he unlawfully assembled thousands of people for an indoor rally, and look ahead to his visit to California, which he has told to “sweep the floors” to avoid additional climate disaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Betches Sup presents an 8-episode limited series exposing the connections you never knew existed: Do You Know Who My Dad Is? explores dynastic nepotism and the effects it has on media, culture, and our current political system. Hosts Bryan Russell Smith and Alicia Angeles are talking all about the privilege that leads inexperienced and unaccomplished children of powerful people to get ahead. On this week’s episode, our hosts are talking about influencers. First, Bryan examines the rise of Cara Delevingne as a model, actress and influencer, sharing just how far back in history her powerful family can be traced. Next, Alicia talks about the ascension of the Hadid sisters, and how their wealthy and influential parents helped them get where they are today. Finally, they close things out with a game of Do You Know Who My Dad Played, all about actors whose parents gave them a leg up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sami is joined by Sam Vinograd, National Security Analyst for CNN and former Senior Analyst to the Obama administration, to talk about the threat Trump’s presidency poses to our national security. They start with a conversation about Bob Woodward’s new book and the bombshell news that the president admitted to downplaying the coronavirus threat. They discuss the impact of Trump’s repeated attacks on the intelligence community, as well as the whistleblower allegation that Homeland Security told him to stop a report on Russia’s attempts to interfere in the election. Next, they talk about the evidence that senior Russian officials were behind the poisoning of opposition figure Alexei Navalny. Finally, they close things out with a conversation about how Trump’s latest scandals will move the needle in the upcoming election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Alise are back and start the show with details about the Rochester Police officials who resigned yesterday after protests over the killing of Daniel Prude. Next, they talk about the unprecedented, norms-breaking move by the Department of Justice to assume responsibility for defending Trump in a defamation suit brought on by E. Jean Carroll. Finally, they close the show with Trump getting nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize by a Norwegian politician. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan start things off with details about the pro-Trump parade that caused five boats to sink this weekend. Then they discuss the Atlantic report claiming Trump called troops that died in war losers and suckers. Next, they talk about the House Oversight Committee launching an investigation on Postmaster General Louis DeJoy for violating federal election laws and lying to congress under oath. Plus, they discuss the release of Michael Cohen’s tell-all book, featuring some not-so-surprising claims about the president’s conduct. Finally, they close the show with details about the many wildfires that continue to rage across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have a stacked Labor Day episode in which Amanda interviews two incredible women trying to save us in November. First, she chats with Nevada Rep. Dina Titus about the unique impact of COVID 19 on her Las Vegas district, and how she’s worked with local leaders as Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell have refused to provide relief for hardworking Nevadans. Then, Amanda call up Donna Imam, who is running to unseat nine-term Republican incumbent John Carter in Texas’s 31st district. Imam shares the moment she knew she had to run and discusses Texas’s changing demographics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Amanda talks with Michigan Representative Debbie Dingell to discuss the state of the election in this critical swing state two months out from November 3. She describes the state of school re-openings in her district and reminds us that the choice between safety and schooling was never inevitable, but one Trump forced us to make. She laments the division and hatred stoked by the president and recounts when she was on the receiving end of his Twitter bullying. Finally, she explains how Trump’s failed leadership has impacted the economy and the simple questions Michigan voters should ask themselves before November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Alise start the show with reports that CDC has recommended that public health officials prepare to distribute a coronavirus vaccine as early as October or November. They also discuss Dr. Fauci clarifying that a vaccine may be available for certain groups before clinical trials end, but not as early as two months away. Next, they talk about Trump suggesting that voters in North Carolina vote twice to see if they can expose the weaknesses of mail voting, followed by Attorney General Bill Barr playing dumb about voter laws. They react to a viral quote Trump gave about protesters using bags of soup to attack police. Finally, they touch on some revelations from Sarah Sanders new book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda are back to debrief Trump’s Kenosha visit. Then, they discuss the president’s refusal to acknowledge the rising threat of white supremacist domestic terror. They share reports that Trump refuses to hear the term “white” in briefings about domestic extremism and how racial tensions in the United States compare to the rest of the world. Finally, they explain how the Centers for Disease Control has the authority to halt evictions and why even this has a big catch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are back and start the show with a conversation about the violence that has continued to roil American cities (and has been endlessly covered by the media). They discuss Trump’s refusal to say the name “Jacob Blake” and his unwillingness to condemn the actions of Kyle Rittenhouse. Next, they talk about Joe Biden delivering a speech in one of his first campaign appearances outside of Delaware since the pandemic began. Then they cover Trump’s plans to visit Kenosha, Wisconsin today despite pleas from local officials that it would just make things worse, and react to his astonishing comparison of police killing black people to making mistakes playing golf. Finally, they close the show with first-hand tips for helping support Biden’s campaign and updates on the contentious Massachusetts primary taking place today. For links to register to vote and request a mail ballot in every U.S. State visit: betches.co/deadlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin and Amanda speak with Yusef Salaam and Ibi Zoboi to discuss their new graphic novel “Punching The Air,” inspired by Salaam’s experience being wrongfully incarcerated as a teenager as part of the Exonerated 5. Salaam describes the sometimes traumatic experience of writing about an incarcerated teen, what he hopes readers absorb from the book in a time of racial reckoning, and how he hopes to share the power of art with a new generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise, Sami, Bryan, and Amanda are back for round two of our mailbag episode to answer some of your sillier questions, from which reality TV show we’d be on to our favorite Spice Girl. They also share some insight into what goes into creating the Sup every day and what they do to unwind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices