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Dec 21, 2023 • 55min

PSA Presents: The 2023 Pundies

Halle Kiefer joins Jon, Jon, Tommy, and Dan to decide the worst takes of 2023 and react to their new year's resolutions. They discuss missteps in the Beltway Media, controversy of a black Santa in a wheelchair, and perceptions of Republicans. The chapter concludes with their humorous and lighthearted New Year's resolutions and encouraging listeners to hold each other accountable.
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Dec 19, 2023 • 45min

2023 Holiday Mail Bag!

In this holiday mailbag episode, the hosts discuss the 2024 election, the future of Democracy, the best album of the year, the Philadelphia 'Tush Push,' concerns about Biden's position on Gaza, voter priorities, changing landscape of accessing political news, TV shows, books, experimental medicine, weight loss medication and changing perspectives on food, and options for Christmas dinner and the salty and sweet experience of ham.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 1h 21min

No Evidence, No Problem: GOP Votes To Impeach (Live from San Jose!)

House Republicans vote for impeachment inquiry without evidence or official charges against President Biden. California's youngest assembly member, Alex Lee, battles tax evasion and unaffordable housing. Elon Musk allows Alex Jones back on Twitter, Silicon Valley gives up on content moderation. Silicon Valley trivia and questions from the audience. Tech, politics, and free speech, addressing inequality and housing affordability. Epic Games lawsuit against Google and the need for aggressive antitrust regulations in the tech industry.
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Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 6min

Can Trump Be Stopped in Iowa?

In this podcast, they discuss Trump's growing lead in Iowa and the challenges faced by other candidates. They touch on ongoing negotiations in Congress over funding for Ukraine and the border issue. They also talk about concerns surrounding Ukraine aid and the manipulation of college presidents. They explore the struggles of a woman seeking an abortion in Texas. The podcast also covers the recent Texas abortion ban and the United Auto Workers' leadership reforms.
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Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 20min

Chris Christie's Last Stand (Live from San Diego!)

Chris Christie, current last place candidate (and future Pod Save America co-host), throws punches at Donald Trump. Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy target Nikki Haley. Trump plans to use presidential powers against enemies. Joe Biden suggests another candidate can beat Trump. San Diego mayor discusses housing affordability and public safety. Gays vs. Straights holiday edition game played.
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Dec 5, 2023 • 54min

Is a Trump Dictatorship Inevitable?

Legal expert Melissa Murray discusses Trump's flurry of bad legal news, including recent court rulings against him and the possibility of indicting former presidents. The hosts also analyze the increasing threats of a Trump dictatorship and delve into controversies within the House of Representatives.
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Nov 30, 2023 • 1h 24min

Why This Democrat Thinks He Can Beat Joe Biden

Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips, running against Biden in the Democratic primary, discusses why he's running, what Democrats should do differently, and the difference between ice cream and gelato.
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Nov 28, 2023 • 57min

Biden Secures Temporary Ceasefire, Trump Threatens Obamacare

Podcast explores Biden's success in securing ceasefire in Gaza and Congress's attempt to pass aid package. Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis battle with super PAC money in Iowa and New Hampshire. Trump vows to repeal Obamacare. George Santos faces possible expulsion from Congress.
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Nov 23, 2023 • 17min

Inside 2024 - Preview | Favreau + Tommy Talk Election Night

Former White House staffers share election day stories and insights, discussing the stress and anticipation. They talk about writing and editing election night speeches, including Obama's superstitious nature. The chapter also delves into Obama's edits and a story about Ann Nixon Cooper. The podcast explores the relationship between the campaign and the press, highlighting the role of the press secretary and information exchange.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 15min

More Democrats Call for a Ceasefire

The podcast discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the growing calls among Democrats for a ceasefire or conditions on military aid to Israel. It also covers President Biden's birthday and polling, Trump's campaign stops, Fox News' meltdown over 'woke' Christmas, and a new Supreme Court ethics code. Reporter Andrea Bernstein joins to talk about right-wing judicial activist Leonard Leo. The podcast ends with a lighthearted game of pardoning political turkeys and discussions on protesters, pardons, and relationships.

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