American Fever Dream

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American Fever Dream: Our Official 2024 Diagnosis Feb 13, 2024

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In the first episode of American Fever Dream, V. Spehar of Under The Desk News fame officially joins the Betches News family in our premiere episode of our signature news and politics podcast dedicated to keeping you responsibly informed, sufficiently amused, and ready to stay engaged for the long haul.This week’s topics include:

What’s going on with politics on social media?
The Super Bowl political intersections you didn’t see and Nancy Pelosi’s Vegas field trip
The race to replace George Santos in Long Island and why we’re in our downballot era this year
A shooting at Joel Osteen’s Texas megachurch raises questions about the prosperity gospel
Would you let ChatGPT write your performance review?

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American Fever Dream (TRAILER) Feb 06, 2024

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Betches News (formerly The Betches Sup) is excited to announce the newest podcast from Betches Media: American Fever Dream!

From under the desk to in your ears, V. Spehar joins Betches Media in a new podcast dedicated to curing the collective malaise brought on by our chaotic political environment. Every week, Spehar and co-host Amanda Duberman (news director, Betches) will tenderly guide you through the biggest moments in politics and pop culture with a healing dose of perspective and humor. Rather than spiral over the latest unprecedented event, the hosts dig for the 2024 political tea you *really* want to hear while offering all the information you need to be an empowered citizen, without the side of despair to keep you up at night.

Tune in every Tuesday, starting February 13th, 2024 and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode!

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Soft Black Woman: Trump’s Fraud Case, Strike Updates, & Swifties Love Football Sep 29, 2023

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On this the final episode of Soft Black Woman for 2023, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes your favorite financial hype woman, Berna Anat, to help break down the news. Be sure to subscribe to our new podcast feed so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman in 2024.

Co-host: @heyberna, Berna Anat

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Topics:

A judge found Trump committed fraud in building his real-estate empire.
The WGA Strike is over
Taylor Swift’s star power sends Travis Kelce’s jersey sales soaring
Drake Fans react to controversial lyrics on Slime You Out
*NSYNC returns
Colin Kaepernick wants to get back on the field with the New York Jets
Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott vowed to end to birthright citizenship
Megan Thee Stallion wants you to check on your friends, including the ‘strong’ ones

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#897 The Last Sup-per (For Now) Sep 28, 2023

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Topics:

GOP primary candidates assemble once again to compete for the smallest L
Reflecting on chaotic moments, favorite guests, and lessons learned
What’s next for the Betches Sup podcast

The Betches Sup podcast will be on hiatus until early 2024

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#896 It’s Not Good, Bob (Writers’ Strike, Bob Menendez) Sep 25, 2023

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Topics:

What’s in the “tentative deal” struck by writers and studios? Our writers debrief on the imminent end of one strike while another heats up.
What does Kevin McCarthy want more, his job or a functioning government?
Did Senator Bob Menendez engage in sweeping corruption, or just leave a little extra cash lying around?
Are Men Ok? We deliberate over this cringey comment from the Greek Prime Minister

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Soft Black Woman: Halle Berry & Drake, Suspension For Locs, And Rihanna’s Baby Sep 22, 2023

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On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes comedian and content creator TaTa Sherise. Be sure to subscribe to our new podcast feed so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman.

Co-host: @tatasherise, TaTa Sherise

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Halle Berry calls out Drake for using a picture of her to promote his new single
Maren Morris says she’s quitting country music because of Trump era culture wars
A Black Texas student was suspended for his loc hairstyle
Jann Wenner (Rolling Stone magazine) made racist and sexist comments while promoting his new book “The Masters”
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky introduced their newborn son, Riot Rose

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#895 Do Sweat Shorts Belong In In The Senate? (Shutdown, Murdoch) Sep 21, 2023

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Topics:

What we’ve been binge-watching lately
How Rupert Murdoch should spend his retirement
Why the government spending negotiations are like a disorganized Bachelorette party
The Senate changes its dress code. But are some clothes simply too casual for the gravity of governing?
Angelica Ross details Emma Roberts’ transphobia on the “American Horror Story” set
Milly and Alise share heart-warming and hilarious anecdotes in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

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#894 A Multigenerational Threat (Lauren Boebert, UAW strike) Sep 18, 2023

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Topics:

Did Lauren Boebert give a handy at the theater?
What’s unique about the auto workers’ strike.
The Republican governor and VP hopeful accused of having an affair with a Trump aide.
Why young voters are putting pressure on Biden to take more radical action on climate change.
Drew Barrymore finally changes course and pauses her talk show.
A Rolling Stone co-founder makes controversial and ill-informed statements about “inarticulate” women and Black performers.

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Soft Black Woman: We’re Moving, The Highest Standard, & Box Braids Sep 15, 2023

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On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes documentary filmmaker and producer, Isara Krieger to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday.

Co-host: @isara.krieger, Isara Krieger

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Topics:

Soft Black Woman will be taking a break starting September 29th and returning in its own feed in 2024.
Isara’s documentary, The Highest Standard follows three students as they make a leap across the education gap.
Recapping the MTV Video Music Awards.
Dictionary.com adds box braids to its lexicon.
Lauren Boebert was escorted out of Beetlejuice after causing a disturbance.

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#893 Do Americans Want A Single President? (+ An Important Announcement) Sep 14, 2023

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Topics:

An announcement from Milly and Alise + info about the podcast schedule this year
Jen Shah and Elizabeth Holmes are jailhouse besties
We’re all confused about why Republicans want to impeach Joe Biden
Republicans tried to shame a Virginia candidate for a spicy livestream, but might have committed a crime
Lauren Boebert’s eventful evening at the theater
Unpacking Drew Barrymore’s decision to resume her talk show and the current status of the WGA/SAG strikes
The nation solves an enduring mystery: does Tim Scott have a real girlfriend?

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