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Bryan is joined by Mathew Shurka, CoFounder and Chief Strategist for Born Perfect, to talk about ending conversion therapy in America. They start with the origin story of Born Perfect and Mathew tells us how they’ve been able to outlaw the practice in so many places across the country. He talks about his own experience in conversion therapy as a teenager and the trauma of being separated from his family. At 9:20 they discuss a study about the huge number of people who have been subjected to the practice. To close the show they tell us what the next steps are for outlawing conversion therapy across the country and the biggest obstacles to making it happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan is joined by the Sup’s newest team member Amanda Duberman to talk about all the crazy sh*t going on in the news. First, they celebrate the state-level pro-choice initiatives happening across the country to ensure abortion access in the event that Roe v. Wade gets overturned. Next, they discuss the Democratic candidate making a run for hungry hungry hypocrite Lindsey Graham’s SC Senate seat. For the main news they cover Mueller’s first IRL statement, what he said, why it matters, and what it means for impeachment. They roast Trump’s truly maniacal response in which he accidentally admits Russia helped him get elected. Finally, they close the show with a shockingly racist incident at a New York private school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by President and CEO of the Ms. Foundation, Teresa Younger. They begin with the foundation’s origin story and talk about the various gaps in women’s funding. Then they dive into the current wave of heartbeat bills and try to project what the long game will look like in the abortion battle. At 13:00 they discuss the pay gap and explore some potential solutions. Next, Teresa explains why Trump’s term in office is actually a great moment of opportunity for women’s rights. They talk about electoral strategy and why it’s important to pay attention to smaller government positions. Then they break down Teresa’s involvement in the marriage equality movement and close the show with tips for how you can get involved in women’s activism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Alise and Bryan are back for another live Sup, this time from Caroline’s on Broadway. They start by talking about Arnold Schwarzenegger's viral drop kick, Ben Carson’s Oreo flub and Justin Amash lending his support for impeachment as they recap what’s getting them through the week. At 13:40 they debut a new audience interactive game called “Family Separation Feud”. At 25:40 they play “Florida or Fiction”. At 34:20 they select the biggest asshole in Congress for women’s rights and call the winner to let them know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back to talk about all the crazy shit going on in the news, starting with a little bit of Game of Thrones and a report about the growing number of female Fortune 500 CEOs. For the main news, they discuss Trump’s baffling decision to pardon actual brutal murderers and war criminals. Next, they talk about Joe Biden officially launching his campaign, how we feel about it, and whether his current lead in the polls makes him the inevitable nominee. Finally, they break down Australia getting its own depressing MAGA moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan Russell Smith and Sup’s new content manager Amanda Duberman are joined by Jennifer Skene, environmental law fellow for the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) to talk about some of the biggest threats to our environment. They start off with an alarming new study about the planet’s biodiversity, and explain how toilet paper is killing our forests. Skene explains the impact of deforestation and the best legal strategies for combating this crisis. They close out the show with tips for how we can all take action to overcome the threat to our planet. Get your tickets to our live LA DragCon show here: betches.co/dragcontix The post-DragCon happy hour is available here: betches.co/suphappyhourla And don't forget to buy your tickets to the live NYC show at Caroline's: betches.co/carolines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by Marisa Kabas to talk about all the “heartbeat” abortion bills popping up lately. They start with details about the near-total abortion ban that passed in the Missouri senate yesterday. Next, they talk about the chances that this issue will make its way back to the Supreme Court. At 21:40 they’re joined by Amanda Reyes of The Yellowhammer Fund to talk about the Alabama abortion bill just signed into law. Amanda gives an inside look at what’s happening in Alabama and tells us how we can provide support to those fighting to keep abortions safe and legal. They discuss the limited number of clinics in Alabama, the extreme measures anti-abortion activists are willing to go to, and then close the show with their outlook on how this battle will play out. Support the ACLU in their efforts to sue states with unconstitutional bans: aclu.org/issues/reproductive-freedom/abortion Provide direct support to women in Alabama: yellowhammerfund.org/ Get your tickets to our live LA DragCon show here: betches.co/dragcontix The post-DragCon happy hour is available here: betches.co/suphappyhourla And don't forget to buy your tickets to the live NYC show at Caroline's: betches.co/carolines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are back to talk about everything going on in the news, starting with the crazy new MAGA merch available from Trump’s campaign. Next, they fill us in on the upcoming Sup Live shows and where to get your tickets. For the main news, they talk about the escalating trade war with China, including the latest Chinese clap back. Finally, they close out the show with an update on the Julian Assange rape charges. Get your tickets to our live LA DragCon show here: betches.co/dragcontix The post-DragCon happy hour is available here: betches.co/suphappyhourla And don't forget to buy your tickets to the live NYC show at Caroline's: betches.co/carolines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are joined by Comedy Central’s Jordan Klepper to talk about his new docu-series “Klepper.” They discuss how Jordan got arrested along with a group of activists featured on the show and what took place outside while everyone waited for his release. At 9:35 Jordan explains how he chose each of the subjects for his series and what it was like to spend so much time at Trump rallies. He tells us about getting shipwrecked while filming the Bayou Bridge Pipeline protests. They close out the show with a story about interviewing the Clintons, picking a charity, and an island full of goats. Get your tickets to our live LA DragCon show here: betches.co/dragcontix The post-DragCon happy hour is available here: http://betches.co/suphappyhourla And don't forget to buy your tickets to the live NYC show at Caroline's: betches.co/carolines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise return with great news. The Sup team is returning to the stage for a live show at Caroline’s in NYC on May 22nd at 7PM (ticket link below). They start by talking about Shill Barr being held in contempt of court. At 11:00 they talk about Donald Trump Jr’s subpoena by the Intelligence Committee. At 13:55 they talk about the NY Times report on how Donald Trump lost more money than any other American. At 26:30 they talk about the Georgia Heartbeat Bill. Come see us at Caroline's- https://betches.co/carolines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are back to talk about all the crazy shit in the news, starting with the Russian spy-whale recently discovered in Norway. Next, they talk about the AOC documentary that just dropped on Netflix. For the main news, they discuss the house setting a date for Mueller to testify (including Trump’s reaction), Bill Barr potentially being held in contempt, John Kelly’s latest involvement in the migrant-child crisis, and an update on the Brunei death penalty story. Finally, they break down the question of whether or not women are “electable” and share some evidence why this debate should be put to rest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are joined by Kris Brown of Brady, America’s oldest gun violence prevention group. They talk about the overwhelming support for responsible gun ownership measures, and how the NRA has been able to create a culture war around guns. They break down the NRA’s Russia ties and the latest scandal involving their shady PR firm. Kris talks about the response to the Parkland shooting and why it has been so difficult to address gun policy since. They close out the show with a conversation about assault weapons and how we can take action to make sure meaningful gun laws are passed in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are back to talk about all the crazy shit going on in the news, starting with representative Steve Cohen using a bucket of KFC to throw shade at the Attorney General for skipping his House Judiciary Committee hearing today. Next, they talk about the recent election in Spain and what it means for European politics. For the main news, they discuss Bill Barr’s Senate testimony, Kamala Harris’s savvy questioning, and Mazie Hirono calling him a liar. Finally, they break down James Comey’s scathing op-ed about Trump’s ability to influence and corrupt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back to break down all of the news out of this weekend, starting with Trump calling himself a "young, vibrant man," and his like counter officially hitting 10,000. Next, they break down a scandal that has rocked the NRA, leading to the resignation of their president Oliver North, and a new investigation into their nonprofit status by New York Attorney General Letitia James. Finally, they cover a very disturbing clip of Donald Trump talking (read: lying) about abortion to a crowd in Wisconsin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are joined by author Angelina Lombardo to talk about the current state of sex work in America. They start off with the story of how Angelina first became a stripper and overcame an abusive relationship. She walks us through the experience of losing her daughter in a custody battle and leaving the world of stripping. At 24:00 they talk about the movement to decriminalize sex work and highlight the disproportionate violence toward transgender people of color. They close out the show with a conversation about exploitation versus empowerment in sex work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Alise are back to talk about all the news of the week, starting with Hasan Minhaj calling out Jared Kushner to his face and Rep. Andy McKean's defection from the GOP. Then they talk about Joe Biden's official campaign announcement, and his strengths and weaknesses as a candidate. Next they break down their favorite policies from each of the 2020 presidential candidates, including Bernie's Medicare For All plan, Elizabeth Warren's student loan forgiveness plan, Kamala's plan for an executive order on gun reform, and Beto stanning for legal weed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are back to break down all the crazy shit that’s happening in the news, starting with Ukraine electing a comedian as their new president. Next, they talk about Charlize Theron revealing that her child does not identify as the gender assigned to her at birth. For the main news, they dive into the fallout from the Mueller report, including the recent push for impeachment. They also share details of the tragic bombings in Sri Lanka. Finally, they discuss Trump’s veto of the congressional resolution to end the war in Yemen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are joined by Kassandra Frederique of the Drug Policy Alliance to talk about legalizing marijuana. They start off with a conversation about the criminal justice system and access to drug treatment programs. They go through the history of our country’s war on drugs and how criminalization is tied to race. At 14:35 they discuss decriminalization and break down the stop and frisk policy that has resulted in so many unnecessary arrests in New York City. They close out the show with a conversation about legalization and the process for overturning prior convictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[REDACTED] and [REDACTED] are back to break down everything we know about the Mueller Report, Attorney General Barr's press conference, and the Democrats' options going forward. First they break down Barr's press conference and statements regarding President Trump's potential obstruction of justice. Next they highlight key quotes from the report, including Mueller's (almost) recommendations on impeachment, and his statements regarding Trump's motives. Finally, they talk about the potential implications for Trump, the way the administration has shaped the narrative around the report, and what Democrats should do going forward. They also talk about Britney Spears and Aaron Schock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Alise and Bryan grace the stage of The Pit Loft in New York City to bring you their first ever live show. They start with an ultra cute “what’s getting me through" featuring Pete Buttigieg, Julian Assange’s cat, and Lori Loughlin. At 17:10 they discuss what the hell has happened to the rule of law in this country. At 37:20 they play their new game “Florida or Fiction”. At 43:45 they compete to convince the audience who the biggest asshole in Congress is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are joined by Marisa Kabas of Purpose PBC to talk about the latest Georgia abortion bill. They start off with a conversation about Marisa’s Washington Post op-ed on Joe Biden’s presidential candidacy. At 6:40 they break down the details of the proposed heartbeat bill and what it would mean for women in the state. They discuss the most popular pro-life talking points and how they affect the conversation. At 25:00 they close out the show with some actionable steps you can take to resist the wave of “heartbeat” legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back breaking down all their favorite news this week, starting with Trump's thoughts on Mount Vernon, and Maxine Waters's smackdown of Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin. Next they talk about Bill Barr's testimony before the House and his allegation that the FBI engaged in "unlawful espionage" against the Trump campaign. Then they talk about the arrest of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, and an update on Brexit. Finally, they talk about a coup in Sudan and end by presenting arguments for and against Kim Kardashian's new desire to become a lawyer. Listener note: There will be no episode Monday, but a recording of our live show in NYC will be released Tuesday. And don't forget to check out our next "Let's Fucking Do It" episode with Marisa Kabas out this weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are back to break down everything that happened over the weekend, starting with the Sup team’s trip to see Harry Potter on Broadway. Next, they listen to audio of Pete Buttigieg’s public remarks admonishing Mike Pence. For the main news, Bryan and Alise dive into Kirstjen Nielsen’s resignation from the position of DHS Secretary, and discuss Trump’s dwindling cabinet. Finally, they talk about the weird Joe Biden video that Trump tweeted out this weekend, and then listen to his bizarre statements defending the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are joined by publishing icon Tina Brown of Women in the World to talk about the growing presence of women in leadership roles. They start out with a conversation about Tina’s recent NY Times op-ed and how she’d like to see the Democratic primary play out. At 12:50 Sami asks about the media’s coverage of Trump prior to the 2016 election and what we can do better in the future. How do you balance the allure of sensational news with doing right by your audience? At 22:20 they dive into the latest Brexit drama and predict how it will all play out. They close out the show with a conversation about Princess Diana’s passing and how she would view the world today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are back to break down all the bizarre Trump news this week, starting with the president trying to say the word "origin" and claiming his father was born in Germany. Next, they listen to a clip of Trump saying that windmills give you cancer. For the main news, Bryan and Alise dive into the latest report that Mueller’s team believe their report is far more damaging to Trump than Willam Barr’s letter indicated. They also share details of the White House security clearance scandal, including confirmation of Jared Kushner’s involvement. Finally, they discuss the impending congressional subpoena of Trump’s tax returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are back to break down all the crazy shit that’s happening in the news, starting with the announcement that House Democrats plan to subpoena the Mueller Report this week. Next, they talk about the embarrassing Fox News headline about Trump cutting aid to “3 Mexican Countries.” For the main news, Bryan and Sami dive into the accusations of inappropriate touching leveled against Joe Biden and discuss how this will affect his potential presidential run. They also share details of the boycott against Brunei-owned properties in response to their extreme anti-LGBT laws. Finally, they discuss the Saudi connection to Jeff Bezos’s hacked cell phone and talk about Pete Buttigieg’s huge campaign fundraising announcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Alise are back. They start by talking about all charges being dropped in the Jussie Smollet case. At 6:50 they talk about AOC’s viral clap back regarding the Green New Deal. At 14:30 they give you the latest info on the summary of the Mueller Report. At 25:30 they talk about Betsy Devos cutting funding to the Special Olympics. For one more thing, they give you an update on everything happening with Brexit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan start by talking about the ‘People’s Vote March’ in the UK and how it may influence the Brexit decision. At 5:20 they discuss the rise of Pete Buttigieg. At 9:50 they talk about Attorney General Bill Bar's summarization of the Mueller report and whether or not it closes the book on Russia’s meddling in the 2016 election and whether or not the president obstructed justice. For one more thing, they talk about Jared Kushner conducting foreign business on non secure public servers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are back with some big news! The Sup team will do it’s first ever live show at The PIT Loft on April 15th (ticket link below). They start by talking about Trump’s most recent attack on deceased Senator John McCain who he apparently never liked in the first place. Next, they give you a rundown of all the Democrats that have announced their candidacy for President. For one more thing, they talk about the US Women’s soccer team suing the US Soccer Federation for equality. Tickets For Sup Live!---> https://thepit-nyc.com/events/the-betches-sup-podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back to break down all the crazy shit that’s happening in the news, starting with out-of-control prescription drug prices. Next, Alise does a two minute rant on JK Rowling’s latest statements about Dumbledore’s sexuality. For the main news, Alise and Sami dive into the quick turnaround on gun policy reform following Friday’s tragic shooting in New Zealand. Finally, they discuss Trump’s bizarre tweets about SNL and a slip of the tongue by Joe Biden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan break down all the crazy shit that’s happened in the news, starting with Beto O’Rourke announcing his presidential candidacy. Next, they talk about Paul Manafort’s latest sentencing and the new charges filed against him in NY state. For the main news, Sami and Bryan dive into the college admissions scandal that landed Aunt Becky in jail. Finally, they talk about the grounding of all Boeing 737s in the United States and Trump’s bizarre commentary on how airplanes work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan is back from Costa Rica and he and Alise are breaking down all the crazy shit that’s happened in the news, starting with recent (unsurprising) controversies from Fox News hosts Jeanine Pirro and Tucker Carlson. Next, Alise talks about the resurgence of the #FakeMelania conspiracy theory and the new flat Earth documentary. For the main news, Bryan and Alise break down the sentencing of Paul Manafort and his “otherwise blameless life.” Finally, they talk about the recent Ethiopian airplane crash that is grounding Boeing 737s across 22 countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back in the studio breaking down all the news of the week, starting with R. Kelly's insane interview with Gayle King, and a very Canadian scandal rocking Justing Trudeau's tenure as Prime Minister. Then they talk about the latest from the Trump crime family and discuss why Ivanka is so "untouchable." Next they break down the controversy surrounding Ilhan Omar, Kirstjen Nielsen's defense of separating children at the border, and Sen. Martha McSally's shocking revelation that she was assaulted in the military. And we thought this was a slow news week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by Ashley Ford of BuzzFeed News to break down all the news from the weekend, starting with the Michael Jackson documentary that debuted on HBO. Could this finally be Michael Jackson’s reckoning? They talk about Rand Paul joining the Democrats to vote against Trump’s national security declaration, which will likely lead to the first veto of this administration. At 17:30 they discuss Trump going off the rails during his speech to CPAC over the weekend and highlight four of the craziest moments. Is the president really going to sign an executive order on free speech for college campuses? They close out the show with a pair of news stories about house Democrats finally getting to work investigating Trump’s crimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are joined by Marisa Kabas of Purpose PBC to talk about the upcoming presidential primary season. They offer an in-depth primer on how the Democratic primary works, including what to expect in the coming months and how the crowded debates will be organized. At 9:00 they break down the list of candidates who have already announced their campaigns and those that are likely to announce in the near future. They talk about how best to pick a candidate and ask: Is it better to support the candidate you truly believe in, or back the person you think is most electable? At 34:30 Marisa offers tips for how to get involved with the candidate or cause of your choice and outlines the best ways to contribute. They close out the show with a conversation about allowing yourself the flexibility to switch candidates at a later date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Bryan and Alise are all here for a special post-Michael Cohen testimony episode. They start with the news of Jacob Wohl getting himself kicked off Twitter for being a major troll. Then they dive into the Cohen hearing with a full breakdown of what he told congress. What comes next for the house investigations? We hear audio highlights from his marathon testimony, including a few contentious moments between the two parties. They close out the show with the latest news out of Trump’s summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, including his failure to make any progress on denuclearization and a weird twist in the Otto Warmbier story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Alise break down all the news of the week, starting with the Academy Awards last night, Lady Gaga’s chemistry onstage with Bradley Cooper and the backlash to Green Book winning best picture. We hear a clip of Spike Lee’s acceptance speech and read Donald Trump’s reaction tweet from this morning. They talk about historian Rutger Bregman criticizing billionaires at the World Economic Forum and then dunking on Tucker Carlson on his own show. At 14:50 they update us on the latest news out of Venezuela and clarify what’s happening with foreign aid to the country. At 25:45 they talk about Ilhan Omar calling out Venezuela envoy Elliot Abrams for his involvement in the Iran Contra affair. For one more thing they talk about a former Trump campaign staffer who is suing the president for allegedly trying to kiss her on the lips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For today's bonus episode, Alise and Brian are joined by author and TEDX presenter Steven Ing, to talk about the effects of toxic masculinity on our culture, and how we can connect to our own human need for intimacy. They also talk about incels, the need for men to have meaningful friendships, and how sex ed fails to teach the most important aspects of human sexuality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise break down all the news of the week, starting with the whole Jordyn/Khloé/Tristan situation and whether or not it's all just another one of Kris Jenner's scams. Then they talk about the leaked photos of Malia Obama drinking wine and whether or not anyone should care. Next, they break down all the updates on the Mueller investigation, and Donald Trump's criminal quilt, which is getting bigger by the day. Finally, they talk about the recent revelations by the Chicago PD that Jussie Smollett may have orchestrated the attack against him, their feelings on the attack, and how it affects the black and queer communities at large. Then for one more thing they talk about Bernie Sanders' 2020 campaign and pour one out for the Bramble Cay melomys, the first mammal to ever go extinct due to manmade climate change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami, Alise, and Bryan are all in the studio for a very special President's Day bonus episode on their favorite first ladies. They talk about the lives and legacies of iconic first ladies Abigail Adams, Edith Wilson, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jackie Kennedy, Betty Ford, and Hillary Clinton. First they give a rundown of each first lady's life, then they talk about her accomplishments and how they've impacted the office of first lady today. #BeBest! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan return to keep you company on Valentine’s Day. They start by talking about AOC exposing the lobbyist practice of paying homeless people to be placeholders on committee lines. At 5:00 they talk about the agreement to avoid a second government shutdown. At 10:40 they talk about Ryan Adams being toppled by the “Me Too” movement. At 20:25 they talk about the Ilhan Omar controversy and whether or not her comments were anti-semitic. At 28:45 they give an update on what new lies have caught up to Paul Manafort. At 31:30 they discuss Andrew McCabe's admission that he discussed a cabinet removal of Trump with the DOJ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Alise are back to talk all things Grammys, including the return of Joy Villa and her MAGA fashions, and the low-key political nature of the event. Then Bryan tells us the tale of a Fox News host who refuses to wash his hands (ew), and Alise gives us another update from her home state of Virginia. For the main news, Bryan and Alise discuss a measles outbreak in Washington state brought on by parents not vaccinating their children. Finally, and update on government shutdown round two and the newly candidacy of Senator Amy Klobuchar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan bring you a very special Sup/Everyone’s Gay crossover bonus episode. They start by talking about the lack of laws protecting the LGBTQ community from being fired from their job for their sexual preference. At 11:45 they talk about Trump’s vow to end AIDS and HIV by 2030. At 20:10 they talk about Mike Pompeo’s terrible record against the LGBT community. At 25:00 they talk about the current blood ban against LGBT people that want to donate blood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise break down all the news of the week, starting with Adam Schiff's investigation into Donald Trump's finances. Then Alise updates us on the chaos in Virginia (her home state) where all three of the top Democrats have been embroiled in scandal. Next they share their thoughts on President Trump's second State of the Union, breaking down their favorite moments, all the policies he proposed, and fact checking some of his claims on unemployment, immigration, and international relations. Finally, they discuss Elizabeth Warren's latest apology for listing herself as 'American Indian' on a Texas State Bar registration in 1986. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Bryan are shaking off their Super Bowl hangover to bring you all the crazy shit happening in Trump’s America. They start by talking about the report that Trump doesn’t do a whole lot of governing because of all of his “Executive Time”. At 7:00 they talk about the delayed State of the Union. At 10:00 they talk about Gov. Ralph Northam and his fumbling attempt to moonwalk around whether or not he did blackface in medical school. At 19:10 they talk about the US pulling out of the INF treaty provoking Russia to rebuild its missile program. For one more thing they talk about 21 Savage’s potential deportation to the United Kingdom and Liam Neeson’s surprising hate crime fantasy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise is back from her trip to Cuba and sits down with Bryan to talk about the situation on the island, and how it differs from American perceptions. She talks about some of the cool independently owned businesses she visited (Dador and Clandestina) as well as ways both U.S. policy and Cuban government policy have affected people's ability to earn a living. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alise and Bryan are braving the polar vortex to bring you the week in news, starting with an update on Kentucky clerk Kim Davis who may have to pay upwards of $200,000 to the same sex couples she refused marriage licenses. Next, Alise talks about Ariana Grande's tattoo debacle, and we hear from Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (sorry) on why Election Day shouldn't be a national holiday. Then they talk about dumb reactions from politicians about the polar vortex, and end with an update from our intelligence community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan and Alise are back talking about all the news since Thursday, which has actually been a lot. First, Alise discusses her opinions on last night's RENT Live, while Bryan gives us an update on the trials of Paul Manafort. Then they talk about the arrest of longtime Trump BFF Roger Stone and what that means for the Russia investigation. Next they talk about the three week pause to the government shutdown, and predict where they think things will go from here. Finally, they talk about the revelation that the CEO of Starbucks is considering running in 2020 as a third party candidate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami and Alise are back to break down a truly insane week in news. First, Alise gives us some highlights from her trip to Cuba and Sami tells us about a strange series of books from the 1800s that low-key predicted Trump's rise. Then they get into the news of the week, starting with Senator Kamala Harris' announcement that she'll be running in 2020, and the latest on the government shutdown which is into its 34th day. Next they talk about the cancelled State of the Union, and a Buzzfeed report with damning new info on the Trump Tower Moscow project. Finally, they talk about Rudy Giuliani's latest on-camera f*ckup, SCOTUS upholding the trans military ban, and a very, very scary climate update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the spirit of activism on this very special MLK day episode, Bryan is joined by Wyatt Harms of the Voices 4 organization and Lyosha Gorshkov, Co-President of RUSA LGBT. They begin by talking about the oppression and torture of queer people in Chechnya. At 7:55 they discuss why the UN hasn’t investigated the violence against the LGBTQ community in Russia. At 18:00 they talk about all the great work that Voices 4 is doing in countries where the LGBTQ community is being oppressed. At 20:00 Lyosha talks about his experience being harassed in Russia because of his sexual preference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices