Getting Hammered
Laissez-Faire Media
A sharp, funny politics podcast for people who want the news without the freakout.
Each week, Getting Hammered takes a hammer to the headlines, breaking down politics, media spin, and cultural meltdowns with skepticism and fun. Overcaffeinated and underprepared, moderately right and moderately reliable, we never take ourselves too seriously. But keep you informed on serious topics with no panic and no partisan loyalty tests. Just laughs, well-earned side-eye, and occasional libations.
Each week, Getting Hammered takes a hammer to the headlines, breaking down politics, media spin, and cultural meltdowns with skepticism and fun. Overcaffeinated and underprepared, moderately right and moderately reliable, we never take ourselves too seriously. But keep you informed on serious topics with no panic and no partisan loyalty tests. Just laughs, well-earned side-eye, and occasional libations.
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May 1, 2024 • 1h 1min
Vocal Fry and Ignorance
Listen to this episode on YouTube. Today, we're breaking down the latest college campus protests, the frivolity of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, and reviewing what Americans find sexiest in men's style. Tune in!Time Stamps:12:16 - Campus Protests36:38 - White House Correspondents' Dinner49:20 - What's Sexy for Men59:33 - Shout Outs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 26, 2024 • 1h
Gas Station News
Watch this episode on YouTube. Today, we're taste-testing a variety of gas station meat sticks while discussing the latest silly news, from Trump's trial to Elizabeth Warren's problem with green texts. You're not going to want to miss this episode!Time Stamps:9:20 Trump Trial18:49 Elizabeth Warren32:25 Alcohol50:10 Bridge Express Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 3min
No Whammies
Topics discussed include Columbia University protests, Israel's strike on Iran, Biden's update to Title IX, and Meghan Markle's new lifestyle brand launch. Insights on escalating conflicts on college campuses, Republican party dynamics, and gender identity under the new Title IX rule. Also, exploring Megan Markle's brand launch and celebrity relationships in British royalty.
Apr 19, 2024 • 1h 6min
A Slim Jim in a Haystack
Watch this episode on YouTube. Today we are discussing the Supreme Court's arguments over the law used in January 6th prosecutions, the Cass review of gender transition, and Donald Trump visits a bodega.Time Stamps:9:17 SCOTUS20:57 Cass Review32:04 The Hill40:28 Trump51:58 Valedictorian Speech55:55 Caitlin Clark59:57 ChurchWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 3min
Caves and Lumps
Watch this episode on YouTube. Today we are talking about the crisis in the Middle East, Trump's hush money trial, and an NPR editor is suspended. Tune in!Time Stamps:15:41 | Middle East44:20 | Trump Hush Money Trial51:32 | NPRWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 12, 2024 • 55min
Newsish
Watch this episode on YouTube. Today, we are celebrating the end of tax season with a fun cocktail and sharing our favorite stories from the news. Tune in to hear about Kamala's understanding of basketball brackets and The View hosts' attempt to make sense of the earthquake and the eclipse.Time Stamps:20:50 Basketball Brackets 41:40 You Love to Hear It48:56 Classic SalonWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 10, 2024 • 53min
Eclipse News
Tune in for discussions on Monday's eclipse, Gaza conflict updates, Biden's student loan forgiveness push, and college campus protests. The hosts share experiences during the eclipse and cover disciplinary actions in student protests, generational perspectives, and political issues in the House of Representatives. Dive into the complex discussion on Israel's situation and criticism, alongside intense student activism and government intervention in student loans.
Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 1min
Wackadoodle Time
In today's episode, we're unpacking the latest polling data, diving into J.K. Rowling's Twitter saga, and exploring the intriguing concept of sleep divorce. Tune in!Watch this episode on YouTubeTime Stamps:13:51 | Latest Polls26:46 | Love to Hear It!36:38 | J.K. Rowling44:26 | Israel Strike51:14 | Sleep DivorceWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 3, 2024 • 57min
F.A.F.O
Today we're talking about Biden's acknowledgment of Trans Visibility day, the Israeli strike in Syria, Vanderbilt students protest, and the New York Times finally tells the truth about the pandemic and absenteeism.Watch this on YouTubeTime Stamps:14:49 Easter News27:00 Israel49:58 Learning LossWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 29, 2024 • 41min
Parenting with Tim Carney
On this special episode, Mary Katharine Ham sits down with columnist Tim Carney to discuss his latest book, Family Unfriendly.Want more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
