3 Martini Lunch – Political Humor & Commentary
Jim Geraghty & Greg Corombos – Political Humor Commentary
Three Martini Lunch delivers sharp political humor and insightful political commentary with a quick, entertaining format. Hosts Greg Corombos and Jim Geraghty combine humor and political commentary to provide the day’s news in three quick “martinis”: the Good, the Bad, and the Crazy. Perfect for busy listeners seeking engaging political humor and commentary during commutes or lunch breaks.For more information, visit: https://www.radioamerica.com/three-martini-lunch/https://heliosmedia.us/three-martini-lunch/
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Sep 21, 2026 • 27min
1619 Project Creator’s School Experiment For Her Daughter Backfired
A political deep dive examines Nikole Hannah-Jones’s regret over sending her daughter to failing schools for ideological reasons. It explores Venezuela’s massive gold transfer to New York, Massachusetts’s proposed newborn home assessments and privacy concerns, and JB Pritzker’s dramatic weight loss as a possible preview of a 2028 presidential bid.
Sep 19, 2026 • 27min
Virginia Paroles Soar, NYT's Israel Blunder, Dems Target Gunmakers | Last Call
Scot Bertram, a Hillsdale College political commentator and broadcaster, joins a lively rundown of Virginia’s soaring parole releases, a New York Times correction on Israel and October 7, and Illinois Democrats’ push to hold gunmakers liable for violence. The discussion also questions Mitch McConnell’s fitness for office and the transparency surrounding his Senate career.
Sep 18, 2026 • 36min
ActBlue’s Alleged Foreign Donations Exposed
The discussion examines allegations that ActBlue accepted foreign donations with weak verification, plus Hasan Piker’s controversial comparison of America and Al Qaeda. It also covers a visit to Cuba’s embassy, possible market reforms under an authoritarian regime, and suspicious polling methods in Idaho that may skew political results.
Sep 17, 2026 • 28min
James Talarico’s Pastor Makes Shocking Admission
The discussion takes aim at a New York Times correction about Israelis and October 7, then examines James Talarico’s carefully packaged moderation and his pastor’s revealing comments. It celebrates record-low poverty and higher median income while weighing economic pressures. Finally, Mitch McConnell’s visible decline sparks questions about leadership, transparency, and Kentucky’s political future.
Sep 16, 2026 • 31min
Dems Take Aim at Gunmakers Over the Cost of Gun Violence
Scot Bertram, general manager of Radio Free Hillsdale and a journalism lecturer, joins a lively discussion on whether Americans would trade press freedom for someone else’s definition of accuracy. Other hot topics include Illinois targeting gunmakers over firearm-related violence, Michele Tafoya’s surprisingly competitive Minnesota Senate bid, and Memphis crime’s dramatic decline after intensified law enforcement.
Sep 15, 2026 • 23min
Paroles for Virginia Felons Soar Under New Dem Governor
Gavin Newsom’s curious promise to step aside for Kamala Harris sparks skepticism. Maine Democrat Troy Jackson’s embrace of government property takeovers draws fierce criticism. Virginia’s dramatic surge in parole grants raises alarm, while Mitch McConnell returns to the Senate amid health questions and an approaching retirement.
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Sep 14, 2026 • 27min
Media Intensifies Efforts to Demonize Holdout Clancy Juror
A Wisconsin politician survives a dramatic plane crash, while critics accuse the media of downplaying it. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces scrutiny for avoiding congressional testimony on devastating wildfires. The discussion turns to coverage targeting a holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy trial, including race, anonymity, and the risks of public intimidation. Plus, football optimism follows opening-week wins for the Jets and Bears.
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Sep 12, 2026 • 34min
Will AI Kill Us? Your Kids or 'Our Kids?' Talarico's Tall Tales | Last Call
AI whistleblowers warn that runaway technology could threaten humanity, prompting debate over safeguards and extinction predictions. The discussion turns to rhetoric about children belonging to society, parental authority, and government power. James Talarico faces scrutiny over shifting claims on Biden’s border policies, while John Fetterman’s appearance at a Republican convention raises questions about his political future.
Sep 11, 2026 • 46min
Twenty-Five Years Later: 9/11, Afghanistan, and What We Tell Our Kids
Jim and Greg revisit their firsthand memories of 9/11 in Washington and explore how the attacks reshaped America, from airport security and national unity to polarization and the internet. They discuss Afghanistan’s unfinished war and the Taliban’s return, then consider how families can teach younger generations about the tragedy. Stories of Flight 93, first responders, and post-9/11 resilience close the reflection.
Sep 10, 2026 • 32min
One Year Without Charlie Kirk: How His Absence Changed the Right
A year after Charlie Kirk’s assassination, the discussion examines a more fractured conservative movement, conspiracy theories, and the challenge of finding a new unifying figure. AI researchers’ warnings about catastrophic risks lead to concerns over cybersecurity, weapons, and autonomous tools. The conversation also tackles Trump’s proposed $5,000 election checks and John Fetterman’s surprising appearance at a Republican convention.
