Hysteria

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.

This week on Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Professor Melissa Murray to break down Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation to the Supreme Court and how it will affect upcoming abortion cases. Plus Peggy Noonan is up to no good, but Fake Melania is back, and thank goodness! Then, Michaela Watkins and special guest, Michigan State Rep. Mari Manoogian joins to discuss the art of the clapback and why it’s so satisfying to watch women shut down men who are being assholes. Finally, what’s kept Michaela away from that cult life? Find out in I Feel Petty!Show Notes:Learn more about Michigan State Rep. Mari ManoogianWebsite: https://www.mariformi.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MariManoogianCandidates highlighted:1. Desiree Tims, running for Ohio’s 10th Congressional district, support her campaign at https://timsforcongress.com2. Abby Finkenauer, running to reelection for IA-1, support her campaign at https://www.abbyfinkenauer.com3. Marquita Bradshaw, running for US Senate in Tennessee, support her campaign at https://www.marquitabradshaw.comPet Issue Resource:Unchained at Last https://www.unchainedatlast.org/

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by an all-star lineup of guests. First, Senator Elizabeth Warren joins to discuss her education plans in a fingers crossed post-Trump world and lets us in on Bailey’s Halloween plans. Then, Candace Valenzuela stops by to discuss her race in Texas’ 24th district, and why we need more mothers in Congress. And then, Kiran Deol joins to break down Jeffery Toobin’s zoom faux pas. Finally, Caroline Rose Giuliani guests in I Feel Petty to discuss speaking out against her father and why something can be petty and consequential. Whew! Show Notes:Support Candace Valenzuela’s for Texas 24!https://candacefor24.com/Pet Issues Resources:Student Debt -->call your state and local reps 202-224-3121Events Industry-->National Independent Talent Association (https://nitolive.org/) and National Independent Venue Association (https://www.nivassoc.org/)More info on Caroline Rose Giuliani:www.carolinerosegiuliani.com“Rudy Giuliani Is My Father. Please, Everyone, Vote for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.”https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2020/10/rudy-giulianis-daughter-on-voting-for-biden

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco, decked in sequins, are joined by Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton of Washington DC to discuss DC statehood, and her surprising connection to Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Plus Erin and Alyssa dive into the Day 2 of the SCOTUS confirmation hearing, and break down the good Amy (Klobuchar) v. bad Amy (Coney Barrett). Then, Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Dana Schwartz stop by to discuss what it means to be a “guy’s girl”. Finally, what the fuck is a business beret?!...in I Feel Petty.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Stacey Abrams to discuss her work combating voter suppression and her stint as a romance novelist. Then Grace Parra joins to discuss the COVID-19 infiltration of the White House and, relatedly, if shitty people deserve sympathy when bad things happen to them. Plus, Melania Trump fucking hates Christmas, and we hate that...in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:More on Stacey Abrams and Fair Fight: https://fairfight.com/

We’re still reeling! This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco react to Tuesday night’s debates and break down Amy Coney Barrett’s extremely un-Ginsburg-y judicial record. Next, Congresswoman Gwen Moore joins to discuss the GOP’s continued efforts to suppress the vote in the midwest. Then, actress and activist America Ferrera and Julissa Arce stop by to discuss She Se Puede and the why politicians should invest in the latinx community all year round. And finally we get petty, because it’s been a week!Show Notes:Julissa’s series “La Historia Uncovered”https://weallgrowlatina.com/lahistoriauncoveredShe Se Puedehttp://shesepuede.org/

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are fired up! First they chat with BFF of the pod Sen. Mazie Hirono about the Senate fight over Ruth Bader Ginburg’s Supreme Court seat. Then, they’re joined by Alyssa’s ride or die Ambassador Susan Rice to break down how we prioritize and keep fighting when confronted with non-stop chaos. Next, Megan Gailey and Tien Tran join to discuss what RBG’s loss means. Finally, get high and watch an octopus, and other recommendations in Sanity Corner.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Senator Tammy Duckworth about the military’s sexual harassment response program and Trump’s non-stop shit talk of our troops. Then, Erin and Alyssa unpack the disturbing news from ICE detention camps, and check-in on the state of the suburbs. Next, Michaela Watkins and Naomi Ekperigin join to work out our complicated feelings as we approach the apocalypse. Are we ok? Should we be? Finally, who’s got a plan to haunt Trump alumni like a living ghost? Find out in this week’s I Feel Petty.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco tackle the latest GOP attack on abortion rights (cc Ted Cruz). Then Jane Fonda and Executive Director of Greenpeace Annie Leonard join to discuss their Fire Drill Fridays initiative and why climate change is a feminist issue. Plus, how to avoid “jam hand” and other fruit related advice in Sanity Corner.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Rep. Ayanna Pressley about how joy can propel us to November 3rd and beyond. Plus Erin and Alyssa check in with students, teachers and parents who are grappling with back to school season. Then, Kiran Deol joins to reflect on our favorite teachers and what British slang is wholly unnecessary.Show Notes:Do we have an Alopecia resource?Support Donors Choose teacher projects.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss Democratic Kansas legislature candidate Aaron Coleman and his history of abusing women. Plus: Don Jr’s oily eyes, and other unsettling sights of the RNC. Then, Rheeqrheeq Chainey and special guest Sherenté Mishitashin Harris (@sherente) join to ask the following question: what’s more powerful--hope or fear? Then, we explain what happens when facial injections go wrong in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:Donate to the Milwaukee Freedom Fund, which is assisting protestors in Kenosha. hyperlink website https://supportwomenshealth.salsalabs.org/mkefreedomfund/index.htmlSupport Jacob Blake and his family.https://www.gofundme.com/f/justiceforjacobblakeAAS Weekend of Action: There are only a few weekends left between now and the election, so make them count. This weekend Crooked’s Adopt A State program is hosting a special weekend of action to help Democrats take back the Senate. Sign up to adopt a state at votesaveamerica.com/adopt and they’ll send you details about what you can do to help from home.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco break down Night 1 and 2 of the Democratic National Convention, from the unexpectedly good, and frustratingly bad. Then, Crooked Media’s Political Director Shaniqua McClendon joins to discuss the centennial anniversary of the 19th Amendment and what we can do right now to ensure all women—and all citizens!—the right to vote. Plus, Alyssa shares a little string theory in I Feel Petty.The vote. It’s important. It’s powerful. Michelle Obama keeps telling you to do it. But the vote is facing a lot of problems this year — big structural ones. Here’s how to help make sure every last vote is counted, including yours. https://votesaveamerica.com/everylastvote/

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco react to Kamala Harris’ nomination for Vice President, from the historic nature of the ticket to the surprising news that she’s 5’2. Then, Grace Parra and Dana Schwartz join to discuss conspiracy theories, and why believers are such a crucial part to the Republican voting block. Then, why Joan of Arc isn’t a badass in I Feel Petty.

This week Erin Ryan is joined by Congresswoman Abby Finkenauer to discuss her successful push for endometriosis funding and her personal story attached to the cause. In news, Megan Gailey and Naomi Ekperigin talk low standards for the highest office in the land and why colleges opening to students just isn’t very smart. Then, fresh off the Ellen Degeneres news, the crew breaks down why we let some bosses off the hook, but demand accountability from others. Plus, is Baba Yaga the best monster in folklore? We unpack in I Feel Petty.Show Notes:Take action and spread awareness for Endometriosis:Endometriosis Foundation of AmericaEndowhatUse and search hashtag #upendo

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco breakdown Joe Biden’s VP candidates and the ensuing sexist media coverage of said contenders. Plus, they examine why there’s such an effort to protect extremely non-essential athletes and so little effort to protect extremely essential school and nursing home workers. Then Michaela Watkins joins to answer the question: are we bitches? Lastly, Erin dares question the deliciousness of a Dodger Dog in I Feel Petty.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Congresswoman Ilhan Omar to breakdown why men think it’s okay to call a colleague a “fucking bitch”. Then Grace Parra stops by to debate the difference between being special and exceptional. Then what you definitely shouldn’t be telling someone on their period in I Feel Petty.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco chat with Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal to get some tips on how to gracefully handle being right all the time. Then USWNT player Kelley O’Hara and Just Women’s Sports founder Haley Rosen stop by to discuss why supporting women’s sports is the next step in total world domination. Then, a check-in on the jam scandal of our time in I Feel Petty.Check out and subscribe to Just Women’s Sports.

This week, Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco bemoan the two most recent disappointments out of SCOTUS, discuss the tragedy of Vanessa Guillen, and give an update on Ghislane Maxwell’s ongoing journey to hell. Then, Dana Schwartz joins the suss out the song of the summer and the difficulty of standing up for yourself--asking for what you want, and when to speak up about not getting it. Also: the agony of berry picking, the ecstasy of Eurovision, and Alyssa needs a bland show to fall asleep to that doesn’t suck.

Hysteria is celebrating 100 episodes! This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Congresswoman Karen Bass to discuss Congress’s fight for police reform, and the on-going fight to ensure the right to vote for all. Plus, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Alexis McGill Johnson stops by to breakdown the Supreme Court’s ruling on abortion. Next, Rheeqrheeq Chainey and Megan Gailey join to ask the important question: why can’t dudes wear their dang mask!? Then, I Feel Petty!

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are joined by Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin to discuss the state’s nasty political landscape and how to rise above and stay positive. Then Michaela Watkins and Kiran Deol stop by to explore and debate the responsibilities bystanders have to stand up to bad behavior at work and in life. Then, I Feel Petty!Show Notes:If you can please donate to our crooked.com/pridefund. All donations to this fund will be split evenly among the following groups:

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss how our government has seemingly given up on the fight against COVID-19 and Ted Cruz’s relentless search for a guy to fight actor Ron Perlman. Then Tien Tran joins to discuss how to process positive changes in light of continued setbacks.Then, Sanity Corner.Transgender Law Center offers legal resources to advance the rights of transgender and gender nonconforming people.Trans Justice Funding Project is a community-led funding initiative that support grassroots trans justice groups run by-and-for trans people.National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color NetworkBlack Trans Travel FundG.L.I.T.S Gays and Lesbians living a Transgender Society

This week Erin Ryan is joined by the Executive Director of the African American Policy Forum Kimberlé Crenshaw to discuss how we keep Black women’s names in the headlines, Black feminism and why intersectionality matters. Then Alyssa Mastromonaco, Kiran Deol, and Grace Parra stop by to talk about fighting racism in the workforce. Plus: Sanity Corner.Show Notes:To support Kimberlé Crenshaw’s work with the African American Policy Forum:https://aapf.org/support

This week Erin Ryan, Alyssa Mastromonaco, Rheeqrheeq Chainey, Julissa Arce, and Shaniqua McClendon discuss the emotional impact of nationwide protests against police brutality and systemic racism. How do we advocate for police reform in a way that actually helps? What’s the difference between being a real activist and just playing one on instagram? And how can Kpop fans show us the way? And finally: Sanity Corner.If you’re able to donate, here’s how to support people and groups protesting police violence and working to combat racism and injustice: Go to crooked.com/bailfunds to support community bail funds around the country, and go to crooked.com/changefunds to support 11 groups fighting racism and police brutality.Also, https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bail_funds_george_floyd

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco reveal their pandemic crush. Hint: she’s the Prime Minister of New Zealand and her name is Jacinda Ardern. Wait is that how a hint works? Plus Twitter is now (sort of) fact checking the President, so Mark Zuckerberg can f*ck all the way off. Then Tien Tran joins to discuss our weirdest quarantine quirks. Finally, a new segment: I feel petty!

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to former Congresswoman Katie Hill to do a postmortem on a lost congressional seat, and how to get it back. Then, Erin and Alyssa take in the shocking Jane Roe death-bed confession news. And Kiran Deol stops by to talk about planning for the future and why the uncertainty might take a bigger toll on us than we think. Then, Sanity Corner.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the surprising ways COVID-19 could reshape the electoral map, plus TIME correspondent Molly Ball joins to talk about her new book “Pelosi” and the speaker’s unexpected penchant for chocolate ice cream. Then Megan Gailey stops by to breakdown the good advice from the bad advice. Hot tip: don’t wear a bikini to a wake! Then, Sanity Corner.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco comb through Biden’s women fantasy league of VP contenders. Plus, CA-25 Congressional candidate Christy Smith stops by to discuss her campaign, and her priorities if she wins the seat. Then Naomi Ekperigin joins to breakdown the “Karen”. Who is she? And why is she always calling the cops? And as always, Sanity Corner.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the Tara Reade allegations against Joe Biden, and try to reconcile handling sexual assault claims when they’re against somebody who is suppsoed to be your guy. Then, Michaela Watkins and Grace Parra join to discuss their new quarantine routines, and challenge America to not give a shit about their roots. Plus, sanity corner!

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss the string of “reopen America” protests and their shameless ties to the Koch Brothers. Then Ziwe Fumudoh joins to discuss the rule followers, breakers and quarantine shamers. Plus, very special guest, writer Samantha Irby joins us for Sanity Corner and to thank God for Fiona Apple’s sanity-saving new album.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk to Emergency Physician Esther Choo about the stark reality of working inside a hospital and how she manages watching the daily Trump briefings. Then Dana Schwartz joins to discuss loneliness: how do deal, stay connected and even date! Plus a much needed Sanity Corner.

This week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco bid a sad adieu to Bernie Sanders’ campaign for president, then speak with Wisconsin Congressional candidate Tricia Zunker on the democratic fight to reclaim the badger state. Then Rheeqrheeq Chainey joins the group to reflect on their own internalized and maybe not so internalized misogyny. Do we judge women because we have high standards or because we’re the real sexists? Then special guest Alex Wagner (Six Feet Apart) joins us for a Sanity Corner you won’t want to miss.