Hysteria

Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro stops by to talk about family leave, the Child Tax Credit and Joe Manchin’s attempt to slash the program. Then in news: Erin Ryan and Dame Alyssa Mastromonaco break down the hypocrisy of the right’s attack on Pete Buttigieg’s paternity leave, and the growing unrest with the American labor force. Plus, Julissa Arce and Dana Schwartz join for a lively debate about calling women “badass”, how we value compliments, and the nuanced women of Succession. Finally, we breakdown plane etiquette in I Feel Petty.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about the latest whiplash with Texas’s abortion ban, Wisconsin breweries helping parents sue schools over anti-mask mandates, CA Assemblywoman Cristina Garcia pioneering women’s rights in the state and the chaos in Idaho politics. Then Kiran Deol and Megan Gailey join to talk about “main character syndrome”, the inauthenticity of trying to be the center of attention and the power of being real. Plus, in a shock to no one The View has a bad point of view and other petty things in In I Feel Petty.Show NotesBy Attacking Me, Justice Alito Proved My Point By Adam Serwerhttps://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/10/alito-supreme-court-texas-abortion/620339/Kiran Deol tour dates:10/27 at Laugh Bostonhttps://www.seetickets.us/event/Kiran-Deol-800pm/43866211/7 Dynasty Typewriter https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/events-calendar?loxi_pathname=%2Fkiran-deol-1346For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week, we’re joined by Elliott Stephanopoulos, Kiran Deol, and Errin Haines to tackle the following questions: How can Instagram make people feel less bad about themselves? What happens when too many people lose faith in institutions? What fuckery is the Supreme Court about to get up to now? And what would happen if your shit talking group chat was subpoenaed?Show Notes:Errin Haines (@emarvelous) is Editor at Large at The 19th, an independent, nonprofit newsroom reporting at the intersection of gender, politics and policy. Kiran Deol (@​​shitfromkiran) is a comedian, filmmaker (“I Would Never”) and actor seen on NBC’s Sunnyside. You can check out her comedy live at Laugh Boston, Wednesday, October 27th at 8pm.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about Democratic D-week, and the scramble to reconcile progressive and centrists and pass the infrastructure passage in tandem with Build Back Better. Then Julissa Arce and This Land host Rebecca Nagle join to discuss the Gabby Petito case, “missing white girl syndrome” and the true crime industrial complex. Finally, Fat Bear Week is afoot and we’re talking about it in Sanity Corner.Show Notes:National Domestic Violence Hotlinehttps://www.thehotline.org/ or call 1-800-799-SAFEFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Rep. Cori Bush joins to discuss the Keeping Renters Safe Act, the state of the Infrastructure bill and her very own Ben & Jerry’s flavor. Then Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Dr. Heather Irobunda about pervasive misinformation around the Covid vaccine, uteruses and fertility. Plus I Feel Petty!Show Notes:Follow Dr. Heather Irobunda!On Insta: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherirobundamd/?hl=enAnd Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drheatherirobundamd?For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss Gavin Newsom’s resounding recall win, the Larry Nassar hearing, Joe Manchin and the confusion over booster shots. Then Dana Schwartz and Akilah Hughes join to discuss princess culture and it’s lasting pervasiveness in our culture. Finally, is the Met Gala grotesque or fun!?For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco dive into the complexities of the Texas abortion law, the future of Roe, and Governor Abbott’s efforts to “eliminate rapists”. Ok. Plus Rebecca Nagle stops by to talk about season 2 of This Land and Texas’ attempt to strike down the Indian Child Welfare Act. Then Julissa Arce and Michaela Watkins join to discuss the sport of democracy, the importance of participating in the system, and why people are apathetic. Finally, some wholesome recs in this week’s Sanity Corner.Show Notes:Follow: Sean Black, who goes by @black_madness21 on TikTok. He created a bot that makes it easy to submit fake tips to a "whistleblower" website created by the anti-abortion Texas Right to Life group.Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/txfundsFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco break down the new Texas abortion ban, SCOTUS's deafening silence, and what this means for Roe v. Wade. Then in a special labor day episode, the panel gets real about reality TV. Erin and Alyssa are joined by Megan Gailey, Hysteria producer Caroline Reston and theoretical physicist Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein to break down why smart people love reality tv, how The Real World changed the world, and why 90 Day Fiance has more heart than any other show on television. Plus the gang shares who they think is the most iconic reality star of all time.Show Notes:Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein’s book is available now!The Disordered Cosmos: A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred https://cprescodweinstein.comFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Nancy Pelosi gets her caucus in line to advance a $3.5 trillion budget blueprint, opening the door to passing the infrastructure and John Lewis Voting Advancement Act. Then Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Kiran Deol and Dana Schwartz to discuss the traditions that COVID has spelled the beginning of the end for, and the traditions we want to hold onto. Plus, we meet Alyssa’s newest family member in Sanity Corner!Show Notes:Sanity Corner:Erin: Alyssa’s new catKiran: Making gamesDana: Leaving phones/computers in the other roomAlyssa: Never Have I Ever on NetflixFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Jen Statsky stops by to talk about her Emmy nominated HBO show Hacks and joins the panel along with Grace Parra Janney to discuss the line between lived experiences and art. Then Paid Leave for All Director Dawn Huckelbridge stops by to talk about the infrastructure bill and the urgent need for universal paid leave now. Then Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the surge in Afghanistan foreign policy experts in the media, Governor Greg Abbott’s colossal failure handling COVID in Texas and toast Pete and Chasten Buttigieg. And finally, unwind with a Cann of weed in Sanity Corner.Show Notes:Paid Leave For Allhttps://paidleaveforall.org/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Andrew Cuomo resigns, Governor Greg Abbott and Ron DeSantis are destroying their states, and schools are daring to follow the silence. Then Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Michaela Watkins and Emmy nominated writer Akilah Green to discuss the phenomenon of the “ladder puller”, the woman who doesn’t hold her hand out for others. Then finally, in true Jeopardy fashion we’re asking: who is Mike Richards?Show Notes:Lucille Ball’s podcast “Let’s Talk to Lucy”https://www.npr.org/2021/08/04/1024566837/sirius-xm-revives-lucille-ball-radio-tapes-for-podcast-let-s-talk-to-lucyFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Amanda Knox opens up about writing her Medium post in response to the movie Stillwater, reclaiming her narrative and the power of vulnerability. Plus, Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss Andrew Cuomo, predict his resignation to the date (news witches!), toast Cori Bush for her work in extending the eviction moratorium and roast Krysten Sinema for refusing to change her vacation plans for the infrastructure bill vote. Then, Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Kiran Deol join to discuss the Bennifer reunion and the Jenga game of fuckery that happens when you return to an ex. Finally, when a Ben rises a Matt must fall and other thoughts in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:Amanda Knox Medium post: “Who Owns My Name?”https://amandamarieknox.medium.com/who-owns-my-name-93561f83e502Listen to Amanda’s podcast Labyrinths: Getting Lost with Amanda Knoxhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/labyrinths-getting-lost-with-amanda-knox/id1494368441For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss Simone Biles' choice to sit out the rest of the Olympics and the clout chasers trying to use her to get attention, and break down the chaos and pain swirling around the January 6th commission. Plus, Erin sits down with Senator Tammy Duckworth to talk about her newest bill that would give parents paid leave following a pregnancy loss. Next: Megan Gailey and comedian Nori Reed join for a cathartic conversation about the pandemic and give those choosing to be unvaccinated a piece of their mind! Finally, what classic metal band are Alyssa and Erin listening to this week? Find out in Sanity Corner. Show Notes:Sanity Corner:Megan: Love Island UK (available on Hulu)Erin + Alyssa: Metallica and other 90’s hard rockNori: On the hunt for a mini bag!For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Astro and Theoretical Physicist Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein about how racism and sexism has set science back, answers our space questions and breaks down the gravitational dynamics happening on the Bachelorette. Plus in news: Erin and Alyssa discuss Bezos’ phallic shaped journey to space, the raging opioid epidemic, and the child tax credit. Next, Julissa Arce and Kim Kelly join to discuss the state of the service industry and the growing customer disrespect against restaurant workers. Finally, a win for Wisconsin in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:A scientist you should know:Elmer Imeshttps://physicstoday.scitation.org/doi/10.1063/PT.3.4042Link to Dr Prescod Weinstein’s book https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781541724709Link to Kim Kelly’s latest https://www.thenation.com/article/economy/alabama-warrior-met-coal/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the Texas abortion bill that pits neighbors against each other, Governor Abbott’s threat to arrest Texas Democrats who’ve fled the special session on voting rights and the Democrat budget reconciliation compromise. Joe Manchin, you’re doing great sweetie! Then, Megan Gailey and Dana Schwartz join to discuss the 20th anniversary of Legally Blonde, its cultural impact and when ‘playing dumb’ can be weaponized and when it can be harmful. Then, why hasn’t science mastered the arts of tags in shirts and pants and other pettiness in I feel petty.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the imminent doom of climate change and the frustrating burden put on consumers rather than the giant corporate polluters. Then Tien Tran and Julissa Arce stop by to talk about the controversy-riddled Olympics, the IOC’s outdated rules and how we can still support our favorite athletes despite it all. And finally, we’re obviously talking about Trump’s social media site getting hacked in I Feel Petty.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the Senate’s agonizing infrastructure negotiations process and the importance of maintaining the care economy portion of the bill intact and reflect on the tragedy in Surfside, Florida. Next, Michaela Watkins and Francesca Fiorentini join to discuss Britney Spears’ testimony in court, and the 2000’s era that perpetuated a culture of complicity. Finally, why don’t colonoscopy shakes taste like milkshakes and other gripes in I Feel Petty.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about the recent Supreme Court decisions and disappointing vaccination rate among the youth. Then, Erin talks to her hometown Senator Tammy Baldwin about the importance of the Equality Act and that Kamala Harris Senate dinner party. Next: the OG LA crew assemble to celebrate 150 episodes, reflect on the past three years and dispense advice to our listeners. Finally, who is the living embodiment of Paddington? Find out in Sanity Corner.Show Notes:Sanity Corner:Megan: Whistleblower podcastKiran: The beachErin: go to https://www.recreation.gov/ to learn about national parks near youAlyssa: Farm stands are open!For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Rep. Gwen Moore of Wisconsin to discuss the Senate’s recent establishment of Juneteenth as a National holiday, the best ways to celebrate, and what the fuck is up with Ron Johnson. In news: Erin and Alyssa discuss the Republicans' raging culture war against teaching critical race theory in schools, the Biden and Putin Summit and our impending climate disasters. Next: Tien Tran and Shaniqua McClendon stop by to discuss cause marketing and why pride is feeling more pink washed than year’s past. Finally, why Batman is actually the worst boyfriend...in Sanity Corner.Show Notes:Sanity Corner:Erin: Batman not giving Catwoman oral sexShaniqua: All About Love: New Visions by Bell HooksTien: A lot of soccer tournaments Alyssa: Biden’s foreign tripFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Texas State Representative Nicole Collier to discuss what’s going on in Texas, from new voting restrictions to a bill banning most abortions to how to hold out hope in a red state. In news, Erin and Alyssa break down all the legislation that could be passed if Joe Manchin wasn’t so horny for our old institutions. Then Megan Gailey and Kiran Deol stop by to talk about the rise and fall of the girlboss. And: who are the two weird old dudes you must follow on instagram? Find out in Sanity Corner!Show Notes:Learn more about State Representative Nicole Collier:http://www.votenicolecollier.com/Sanity Corner:Erin: Robert Reich’s tiktokAlyssa: WeedKiran: Anthony Hopkins’ instagramMegan: Simone Biles + Brian Moylan “The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives”For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss how to mentally prepare for a very frustrating month in the US Senate, and the GOP’s not-so-subtle attempt to rewrite history. Then Grace Parra and Tien Tran join to discuss Naomi Osaka’s decision to step back from the French Open and tennis and the importance of putting your mental health first. Finally, which Mare of Easttown resident deserves their own spinoff, find out in Fight Club.Show Notes:NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illnesshttps://www.nami.org/HomeFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Cora’s founder and Chief Branding Officer Molly Hayward about how to unfuck the feminine care industry, period poverty and why having your period is actually pretty metal. Plus, Erin and Alyssa discuss the dumb sword fight in the Senate over the Jan 6th commission and infrastructure, and the disturbing lack of education among Republicans. Then Megan Gailey and Julissa Arce stop by to talk about the Florida High School photoshopping girl's bodies in yearbooks and the discriminatory history of dress codes. Finally, what the hell are those accents in Mare of East Town in Sanity Corner!Show Notes:Learn more about Cora:https://cora.life/Sanity Corner:Alyssa: Mare of East Town on HBO MaxJulissa: Watermelon margaritas with tajín Erin: The Turning: The Sisters Who Left podcastMegan: Sports baby! NBA playoffs & WNBA, NHL playoffs, Indy 500For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Ilyse Hogue, President of NARAL Pro Choice America about the Supreme Court’s decision to hear an abortion case that threatens the future of Roe. Plus, Erin and Alyssa discuss the state of the House Republican caucus, Susan Collins’ concerning fundraising methods, and Letitia James’ criminal investigation into the Trump Organization. Then Grace Parra and Michaela Watkins join for a nostalgia filled conversation about high school prom, rites of passage in our youth, and the decisions we made in high school that still affect us today. Finally, Grace pitches a new technology to solve our mystery rashes in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:NARAL Pro Choice Americahttps://www.prochoiceamerica.org/Follow Ilyse Hogue on twitter:https://twitter.com/ilysehRead Ilyse Hogue’s book:The Lie that Bindshttps://www.indiebound.org/book/9781947492509For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Senator Mazie Hirono about her recent legislative victories, child care as infrastructure, and her new memoir Heart of Fire. Plus, Erin and Alyssa get into the Liz Cheney of it all, and the NRA is handed another blow. Then, Kiran Deol and Priyanka Aribindi join to break down their relationship to drama in relationships, politics and culture. Finally, Sanity Corner!Show Notes:Heart of Fire: An Immigrant Daughter’s Story by Mazie Hironohttps://www.indiebound.org/book/9781984881601?aff=msmagazineSanity Corner:Alyssa: Christmas music on SiriusXMErin: Great Circle by Maggie Shipstead & Flight by Olga TokaarcrukPriyanka: A Return to Love by Marianne WilliamsonKiran: Petty about questionsFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco celebrate Trump’s ban from Facebook, discuss Liz Cheney and what we’re calling anarchy in the GOP, share their reactions to that scary New York Times story saying we’ll never reach herd immunity, and honor the teachers in their lives. Plus, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joins to discuss sexual assault in the military and why opposition to her bill to improve the system is melting away. Then, writers and comedians Lindy West and Kara Klenk stop by to talk about Mother’s Day, what it means to be a mom, and what it means to choose not to. Finally Erin makes the case against McMansions and other petty thoughts in I Feel Petty. Show Notes:The Military Justice Improvement And Increasing Prevention Acthttps://www.gillibrand.senate.gov/news/press/release/senators-gillibrand-grassley-ernst-blumenthal-cruz-shaheen-kelly-and-military-sexual-assault-advocates-introduce-new-bipartisan-military-justice-improvement-and-increasing-prevention-actShrill by Lindy West https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780316348461 For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the upcoming Biden Joint Session address not to be confused with the State of the Union Address, breakdown the administration’s American Family Plan, get into the ratfuck NY Post story about Kamala Harris and casually wish Rudy Giuliani ill. Plus, Sophie Ackoff co-executive director of the National Young Farmers Coalition stops by to discuss the importance of the farming industry and how we can foster a new generation of young diverse farmers. Then, Tien Tran and Julissa Arce join to talk about the new CDC mask guidelines and the impending anxiety around returning to the office. Finally Erin debunks the conservative non-fiction industrial book complex and other petty thoughts in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:National Young Farmers Coalitionhttps://www.youngfarmers.org/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the three guilty verdicts in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the Green New Deal and DC statehood. Plus Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action, joins to discuss the uptick in gun violence headlines, the inner corruptions of the NRA and how to stay engaged with gun reform activism. Then, Megan Gailey and Tien Tran join to talk about the care economy as an essential part of American infrastructure, and what happens to a whole ass economy when care is no longer available. Finally we all relax with some casual nobility on nobility crime...and other recommendations in a much needed Sanity Corner.Show Notes:Moms Demand Action:Get involved:Text checks to 64433 -->connect to your senatorText ready to 6433 -->get involved with Moms Demand ActionMore info:https://momsdemandaction.org/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine halt, the increased health risks that anyone with uteruses face, the GOP’s missing empathy bone, and the brave men, women and children testifying in the Derek Chauvin trial. Plus, we follow up with labor journalist Kim Kelly about the Alabama Amazon union vote in a new segment called “Wait, What Happened?”. Then Rheeqrheeq Chainey and very special guest Michelle Buteau join to discuss what it means to be in the prime of your life, saying yes to yourself and no to self-nullifying choices you made to impress people you don’t even like. Then finally, dishwasher woes and other petty thoughts in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:The Duante Wright Memorial Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/dauntewrightBail Fund: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd@colorofchange’s petition to end violent policing against Black people: https://act.colorofchange.org/signup/state-emergency-black-people-are-dyingFor a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco sit down with Hillary Clinton to talk about living history, NCAA women getting their due, media criticism, and her newest title: podcast host. Plus: Erin and Alyssa talk about the state of abortion and the newest republican attacks on trans youth, Kiran Deol and Shaniqua McClendon join to talk about Matt Gaetz-gate and the cycle of frat boy culture in powerful circles, and one host has a lot of thoughts about the return of Elliot Stabler to Law and Order in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:Transgender people in crisis should contact the following resources:The Trevor Project's 24/7/365 Lifeline at 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386) or TrevorChat, their online instant messaging option, or TrevorText, a text-based support option. If you are looking for peer support, you can visit TrevorSpace from anywhere in the world.The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255)Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Executive Director of the New Georgia Project Nsé Ufot about her battle to preserve voting rights in her state and what motivates her to keep fighting. Then, we break down the flurry of Republican bills attacking trans youth and discuss the Washington Post temporarily barring journalist Felicia Somnez from reporting on sexual assault. Then Megan Gailey and Michaela Watkins join to discuss what summer is shaping up to look like and get petty about the NCAA and customer service in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:Transgender people in crisis should contact the following resources:The Trevor Project's 24/7/365 Lifeline at 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386) or TrevorChat, their online instant messaging option, or TrevorText, a text-based support option. If you are looking for peer support, you can visit TrevorSpace from anywhere in the world.The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255)Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Senator Amy Klobuchar about legislating in a time of obstructionism, what’s up with her and her friend Secretary Pete, and Minnesota sports. Congresswoman Lauren Underwood stops by to discuss the Health Care Affordability Act and Illinois’ hidden gems. Then Julissa Arce and MSNBC host and author Alicia Menendez join the panel to discuss the likability trap. And, after a tough two weeks, Sanity Corner.In word press please bold/underline!Show Notes: *boldDonate and learn more about common sense gun reform: *underlineMoms Demand Actionhttps://momsdemandaction.org/Everytown for Gun Safetyhttps://everytown.org/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco toast Deb Haaland, our new Secretary of the Interior, chat with Florida Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services Nikki Fried about Governor Ron DeSantis’ blatant corruption, and talk to Ambassador Samantha Power about serving in the Obama administration and the time she went into labor during an argument with the President. Then Tien Tran and Grace Parra join to discuss the rise of anti-Asian American hate crimes, global violence against women, and the excuses powerful men make for their violent acts of misogyny and hate. Plus, a strong argument to abolish jeans forever in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:SUPPORTCrisis Line: 1-800-273-TALKAsian Languages: 1-877-990-8585Crisis Text Line: Text “CONNECT” to 741741Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian American (APISAA) Therapist Directory: https://www.asianmhc.org/apisaaDONATEStop AAPI Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/Asian American Legal Defense & Education Fund: https://www.aaldef.org/Asian Pacific Environmental Network: http://apen4ej.org/Asian Americans Advancing Justice: https://secure.donationpay.org/aajc/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include which podcast you would like.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the newest COVID relief bill, plus a special guest roast of Senator Krysten Sinema from your friend Rheeqrheeq Chainey. Then Teen Vogue labor journalist Kim Kelly joins to discuss the Amazon unionization vote in Alabama and the history of women leading the labor movement. Then Kiran Deol and fellow podcaster Alison Rosen (Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend) join to break down Oprah’s interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. Then Erin begs Gen Z to follow this one simple piece of fashion advice (for their own good!) in I Feel Petty.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include which podcast you would like.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the recent accusations against Governor Cuomo, then kick off Women’s History Month by featuring two amazing women running for Governor of Virginia: State Senator Jennifer McClellan and Jennifer Carroll Foy. Then Priyanka Aribindi and Michaela Watkins join to discuss our money diaries and how the pandemic has impacted our relationship with money. Finally, Alyssa has a qualms with varying brightness on car headlights in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:Learn more and support the VA Governor candidates:Jennifer McClellanhttps://www.jennifermcclellan.com/Jennifer Carroll Foyhttps://jennifercarrollfoy.com/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include which podcast you would like.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco toast Deb Haaland’s strength as the presumptive next head of the Department of the Interior, and roast Ted Cruz’s performance as most clueless bitch in Texas. Then, Board Certified OB/GYN and Women’s Health Advocate Dr. Heather Irobunda stops by to discuss implicit bias and racism in the medical field and how she’s using Tik Tok to “empower vagina owners.” Next, Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Julissa Arce join to discuss the frustrations and trauma of navigating our healthcare system. Then a reminder to keep the Biden Administration accountable in I Feel Petty. Help reunify children separated from their families at the border by donating: Families Belong Togetherhttps://www.familiesbelongtogether.org/Raices Texashttps://www.raicestexas.org/Help Combat Racism against Asian-Americanshttps://www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria.For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected].

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about what needs to happen before schools can safely reopen. Then, Rep. Gwen Moore returns to discuss Black History Month and state legislatures’ aggressive attempts to make it harder to vote. Then, it’s a double Hysteria birthday, when Megan Gailey joins to discuss the importance of reaching out to our elderly neighbors during a time that’s been especially hard on them. Then: Kellyanne! Again!?!?Show Notes:Make friends with some elderly neighbors:https://www.glamourgals.org/For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please , click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected].

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the first day of the second impeachment of former social media influencer Donald Trump. Then Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro stops by with some legislative hope! We discuss her two news bills that tackle medical and family leave, and the expansion of child tax credit. Next, Akilah Hughes and Tien Tran join to discuss the new Britney Spears doc, media mistreatment of starlets in the Y2K era, and what Valentine’s day means in the pandemic. Plus, the crew shares work from black artists and creators in this week’s Sanity Corner.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected].

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco break down the newest COVID relief bill, Marjorie Taylor Green’s nonsense, and inaugurate a new segment: Storytime With Alyssa. Then, Kiran Deol and Dana Schwartz join to discuss AOC’s heartbreaking instagram live documenting her story and trauma from the Capitol attack. Plus, Emily in Paris and more bad award nominees in Fight Club.RAINN800-656-HOPEhttps://www.rainn.org/

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the frustrating news that the vaccine rollout may take longer than originally planned, and roast Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ bid to become Governor of Arkansas. Plus, Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman joins to discuss how the pandemic has impacted unhoused and housing insecure folks in LA. Then, Michaela Watkins and Tien Tran stop by to discuss the toxic and unproductive nature of “stanning” politicians. Plus, is a 2021 Hysteria recital in our future? Find out in Sanity CornerShow Notes:Follow LA City Councilmember Nithya Raman@cd4losageles@nithyaforthecitySelah: Neighborhood Homeless Coalitionhttps://www.selahnhc.org/

We are officially in a new era! This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Kiran Deol and Julissa Arce to rejoice in the moving and historical Inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris...feels good to type that! Then, of course, horny for revenge, the gang each roasts a Trump administration official who they hope will ‘Fuck Off Forever’. Finally, Representative Madeleine Dean stops by to talk about her role as Impeachment Manager, and what to expect from the upcoming Senate trial.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco sit down with Rep. Karen Bass to discuss Wednesdays impeachment vote, and what it means for Trump’s presidential future. Then Rep. Pramila Jayapal stops by to roast her Republican colleagues for turning last week’s insurrection into a superspreader event. Then, Rheeqrheeq Chainey joins in to discuss last week’s coup and the violent, racist morons who deserve no sympathy. Plus, a bonus conversation with SE Cupp about the future of the Republican party. Finally, we get to the most pressing news of the week, the Sex and the City reboot!

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco try to manage the overwhelming happiness as they take in the Georgia Senate runoff election results was the original show description...until we had to re-record after all hell broke loose. Then Megan Gailey and Grace Parra join to discuss how the pandemic has changed their relationship with alcohol and dry January. Then finally, is it ok to call your baby, baby? The gang fights it out in Fight Club.Show Notes:Alcoholics Anonymous (aa.org)Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). It’s free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco toast the glimmers of goodness and roast the rainbow of garbage to come out of this truly trash year. Plus, Nsé Ufot joins Erin to discuss The New Georgia Project and the upcoming Senate Runoff election. Then Dana Schwartz, Naomi Ekperigin and Tien Tran join for a reflection on the year that was, and the silver linings that have sort of emerged? Kind of? Then finally, the gang fights it out, can we actually love Love Actually?! And why are almost all holiday movies deeply weird?Show Notes:New Georgia Project Action Fund:https://www.ngpaf.org/

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are pleased to tell Bill Barr to fuck all the way off, then they discuss the latest cabinet picks and the delicious Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg rivalry. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joins to discuss the latest covid relief bill and her favorite holiday recipes. Then Michaela Watkins and Grace Parra stop by to discuss the Wall Street Journal’s attack on Dr. Jill Biden’s hard earned accomplishments. Finally, why are people whispering happy birthday to Michaela...find out in I feel petty!

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco breakdown President-Elect Joe Biden’s cabinet picks from the goodies to the duds, and Melania Trump crowning First Lady achievement, a White House tennis pavilion. Then, Harris County, Texas Judge Lina Hidalgo joins to discuss how she keeps a clear conscience presiding over her county, and what it’s like to have a Governor attack you. Next, Kiran Deol and guest Kara Klenk join to discuss what happens when lockdown fatigue turns into lockdown rage. Finally, Erin makes a strong argument for ponytail holes in cars in I Feel Petty.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco breakdown the clusterfuck happening in Congress as they scramble to pass a comprehensive covid relief bill. Then Crooked Media’s Political Director Shaniqua McClendon stops by to give us a post-mortem on the Democratic down ballot losses and what we can do to win the two Georgia Senate seats. Next Megan Gailey and Naomi Ekperigin join to discuss the surge in “pro life feminists” and what it all means for progress. And finally in I Feel Petty: how do you participate in a book swap during a pandemic? You don’t!Show Notes:Get involved in the Georgia Senate race:votesaveamerica.com/georgia

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined at the virtual Thanksgiving dinner table by Grace Parra, Michaela Watkins and Dana Schwartz to discuss the difficulty of not seeing family this holiday season, the upside of new traditions, and what they’re grateful for. Plus, is Thanksgiving food the worst food of all foods? The crew battle-it-out in Fight Club.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the Trump administration’s unwillingness to cooperate with a transition of power, and Ivanka Trump’s loose lipped ex-BFF. Then they are joined by President-Elect Biden’s COVID advisory board member Dr. Celine Gounder to discuss the unprecedented spike in COVID numbers, the promising new vaccine results and what this all means. Next, Tien Tran stops by to breakdown what it means to be a big ol’ loser. Finally, in the inaugural segment of Fight Club, the crew battle over wine tasting. Is it real?

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Congresswoman Katie Porter to discuss the house’s priorities now that we have a Democratic President-elect. Then Kiran Deol and Rheeqrheeq Chainey stop by to enjoy a sweet 45 minutes out of the Gloating Closet as they reflect on Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’ historical victory. Then, I feel petty!

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Naomi Ekperigin, Megan Gailey and Grace Parra to ask the following questions: What the fuck just happened? Are we happy, are we sad? Can we please stop sucking up to Republicans now? The crew parse out the facts of the election from their feelings as they navigate the latest nail biter election. Then, a much needed Sanity Corner.