Hysteria

The hosts tackle Candace Owens' rise and her controversial background, shedding light on her use of conspiracies. They critique Trump's alarming claims linking Tylenol and vaccines to autism, revealing the chaotic consequences of Kentucky's 50/50 custody law on families. Discussion also covers ICE raids enabling civilian assaults against immigrant women, and they share insights on Evie Magazine's subtle influence towards conservative ideologies. Light-hearted segments on tech fails and viral pranks round out the conversation, blending serious topics with humor.

The hosts dive into the chaotic media and political fallout following Charlie Kirk's death, dissecting misleading narratives and Kash Patel's handling of the investigation. They grapple with the implications of newly uncovered Epstein files and celebrate New Mexico's pioneering initiative for universal free childcare. The conversation also turns to the complexities of commercial surrogacy and a controversial memoir by Elizabeth Gilbert. Finally, there's a sweet nod to the passionate fanbase celebrating the finale of "The Summer I Turned Pretty."

Editor at large of The 19th* News, Errin Haines, joins to discuss the unexpected candor of Kamala Harris’ upcoming book, the latest consequences of RFK Jr.'s quackery, and the upcoming WNBA playoffs. They wrap up in the Sanity corner with a celebration of pumpkin spice latte season, the Stud Budz, and E. Jean Carroll’s latest win in court. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.Note: This episode was recorded before Charlie Kirk was shot. Meme coins and misogyny: What the dildo-throwing trend at WNBA games can teach us (The 19th* 8/18)Sky's Angel Reese trade rumors gain steam with stunning quote from WNBA exec (Sporting News 9/9)HHS responds to report about autism and acetaminophen (NPR 9/6)The new COVID vaccine rules leave parents with more questions than answers (The 19th* 9/2)Kamala Harris opens up on the 'recklessness' of Biden's re-election bid (NBC 9/10) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Introducing our hit YouTube series This F*cking Guy to our podcast feed!  Each episode, Erin and Alyssa pick one of America's worst people and catch you up to speed on the messes they've made, dig into their horrible pasts and expose what losers and clowns they really are. Think of it as half history, less than half roast, with a hearty sprinkling of 'why are you like this' on top. This week's episode dives into the past of the chaos muppet herself, US Congresswoman Nancy Mace. From her freaky obsession with trans people to her desperate attempts to kiss Trump's a**, is Nancy our most attention-seeking guy yet?   Episode sources Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Megan Gailey, a comedian and host of Sports Bitches, teams up with chef and author Evan Kleiman for a lively chat. They delve into Taylor Swift's surprise engagement, reflecting on public reactions and societal norms. The duo explores the complexity of child-free spaces, laughing about parenting expectations in public. Evan shares insights on the challenges facing local media and tips for summer recipes. Finally, they tackle the upcoming football season and the K-Pop phenomenon, blending humor with thoughtful commentary.

Katie Lowes, known for her role in Scandal, shares juicy insights about her character Jilly Bean in Netflix's The Hunting Wives. She recounts her hilarious journey learning to shoot a gun on set and the camaraderie fostered among cast members. The conversation also dives into political satire, with discussions on Melania Trump’s clumsy diplomacy and Gavin Newsom's social media antics. Additionally, the hosts tackle the troubling trend of women leaving the workforce and critique the culture war surrounding male NFL cheerleaders.

Samantha Irby, a New York Times bestselling author and comedian known for her work on "And Just Like That," joins the conversation to unpack the final season's challenges and the internet's reaction, particularly her thoughts on Aidan. The hosts also dive into serious issues like school choice's impact in Arizona and Trump’s controversial federalization of D.C. police. They wrap up with a humorous critique of a cringe-worthy conservative mom podcast, blending sharp insights with Irby's signature humor throughout.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul, the first woman to lead the state, joins the conversation. She shares her strategy for tackling Republican gerrymandering alongside Texas Democrats. Hochul also discusses her ambitious redistricting plans and how New York is responding to the challenges posed by Trump 2.0. Meanwhile, the hosts touch on Trump’s extravagant White House ballroom renovation proposal, the ongoing threat to reproductive rights, and the diminishing number of OBGYNs in states with strict abortion laws, illuminating the urgent need for reform.

America’s got a long and shameful history with eugenics, and, while history doesn’t repeat itself, it rhymes. As white supremacist ideology permeates everything from Silicon Valley startups to domestic policy in 2025, is it really that far-fetched to notice it in that American Eagle “good jeans” ad featuring Sydney Sweeney? This week, Akilah Hughes joins Erin to break it all down. They also discuss Candace Owens’ low-key hilarious legal battle with the Macrons, MAGA politicians getting their karma, and The Nelk Boys' Netanyahu interview– the children that were left behind are now 30-year-old male podcasters. They wrap up with a petty rant about modern attention spans and how South Park is maybe the only TV show doing it right.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.Get tickets to CROOKED CON November 6-7 in Washington, D.C at http://crookedcon.comListen to Akilah’s New podcast, How Is This Better?Netanyahu’s appearance on popular Nelk Boys podcast draws criticism from right and left online (NBC NEWS 7/22)The Macrons v Candace Owens: lawsuit marks new phase in battle against conspiracy theories (The Guardian 7/26)Oklahoma’s Trump-Loving, Bible-Thumping Superintendent Faces Porn Probe (Rolling Stone 7/26)Texas GOP Rep. Giovanni Capriglione admits affair, denies abortion allegations (Texas Tribune 7/25)Project 2025’s Paul Dans will challenge Lindsey Graham in South Carolina Republican primary (The Guardian 7/28)American Eagle sparks backlash for touting Sydney Sweeney's 'great jeans' (NBC News 6/28) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JD Vance meets with Rupert Murdoch shortly before the bombshell Wall Street Journal piece on Trump’s letter to Epstein, Trump’s swollen ankles raise new questions about his health, Andrew Tate is accused, yet again, of assault, and Coldplay concerts are ground zero for cheating. Then Erin and Alyssa find some sanity in Indigo Girls concerts and podcasts about the history of Mongols. Plus, author Bridget Read stops by to discuss her new book Little Bosses Everywhere: How the Pyramid Scheme Shaped America.For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.Trump Was Diagnosed With Chronic Venous Insufficiency. What Is It? (NYT 7/17)White House Tries to Shake Off Trump’s Bizarre Hand Make-Up (Daily Beast 7/16)JD Vance Visited the Murdochs Right Before the WSJ Dropped Trump’s Letter to Epstein (Esquire 7/21)Trump and Epstein Photo Is Placed Near U.S. Embassy in London as Protesters Rally Against President’s U.K. Visits (Time 7/21)JD Vance to spend summer vacation in UK countryside spot beloved by A-listers after Disney disaster: report (The Independent 7/21)Lauren Southern, Former Right-Wing Commentator, Says Andrew Tate Assaulted Her (NYT 7/17)Unpacking the Fallout From Coldplay Exposing Astronomer CEO's Alleged Affair (E! News 7/21) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.