American Fever Dream

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#626 Bravo And Congress Need New Casting Directors Jan 20, 2022

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Alise, Milly, and Amanda react to a huge week in politics, from Joe Biden’s marathon press conference to a rough all-nighter for voting rights. Then they roast an absurd Florida bill that prohibits making white people uncomfortable about America’s racist past. For the pop culture segment, they break down racist, Islamaphobic, and anti-vax social media posts from “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” cast member Jennie Nguyen. They discuss why she should be fired from the show, but also acknowledge the common experience of finding out a person you admire or cherish has racist or dehumanizing views

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#625 We’re Doing It, Joe!: Inauguration Anniversary Jan 19, 2022

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Sami, Amanda, and Kaitlin react to a viral fake news story claiming former Trump aide Hope Hicks was going on Big Brother. Then, they run through a few subpoenas hitting the Trump family. For the main discussion, they answer some big questions one year into the Biden administration on the anniversary of the inauguration. Who was the MVP? Who disappointed us? How has our relationship with the news changed, and what are we surprised hasn’t been solved yet?

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#624 Crimes Of Hate Jan 18, 2022

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Milly, Amanda, and Alise ease in after a long weekend with a headline about billionaires getting richer during COVID. Then, they react to the hostage situation at a Texas synagogue and how a rabbi and his congregants freed themselves after a 10-hour standoff. They discuss why it’s important to label this as an antisemitic attack. Lastly, they cover the murder of Michelle Alyssa Go, who was fatally pushed in front of a subway train, and call it what it is: an anti-Asian attack.

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#623 The Gerrymandering Fight Is Here Jan 17, 2022

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The hosts are joined by Joselle Torres of DemocracyNC, who shares insights from the center of this year’s fight against newly gerrymandered maps. The 2020 Census and subsequent redistricting have prompted state legislatures across the country to rig electoral maps in their favor in ways that remove power and representation from marginalized communities. Joselle explains how North Carolina embodies the changing electorate and backlash and how the outcome of these map lawsuits could impact the balance of Congress.

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#622 Does Weed Cure Covid? Jan 13, 2022

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Milly, Alise, and Amanda are back for some culture headlines after a politics-heavy week. They start by mourning the breakup of earth’s hottest couple, Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet. Then they dive into a new study showing that some forms of cannabis prevent coronavirus from infecting human cells, but they uncover a disappointing detail. Then they unpack Jamie Lynn Spears’ first big interview about sister Britney since the end of the conservatorship. Why are Britney fans so angry at her, how can we make space for Jamie Lynn’s trauma while honoring Britney’s truth?

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#621 Answering Your Filibuster Questions Jan 12, 2022

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Milly, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to this morning’s inflation news and break down why everything is so expensive even though the economy is technically good. Then, they analyze President Biden’s fiery speech on filibuster reform and why it impressed them. Finally, they answer your questions about the filibuster, including why Dems don’t need to worry about if Republicans would retaliate.

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#620 Don’t Be A Djokovic Jan 11, 2022

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Alise, Bryan, and Amanda debrief on some buzzy politics-meet-pop culture headlines and discuss Bryan’s experience with COVID. Then, they preview the voting rights showdown in Congress coming this month. Is this the same dead-end story, or will Joe Manchin throw in some new plot lines? They share frustrations with both the Biden administration and those who criticize it when most of the blame lies with 50 Republicans and a single Democratic senator. Finally, they confront the reality that if things don’t change, Republicans could win without even cheating.

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#619 Dog Moms React To The Pope Jan 10, 2022

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Alise and Amanda react to a set of headlines about pet parenthood involving the Pope and Spanish law. Then they unpack the factors currently surrounding in-person learning amid Omicron. Why are parents facing unpredictable and potentially unsafe circumstances two years into the pandemic? The hosts discuss details from the standoff in Chicago between the Mayor and teachers unions and explain how the pandemic has shown how public schools are substitutes for a robust social safety net.

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#618 To All The Girls Who Outed Their Exes To The FBI Jan 06, 2022

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Milly, Amanda, and Sami share some final thoughts on the January 6 commemorations and brainstorm how to keep the attack present in Americans’ hearts and minds. Then they pivot to the political reshaping of Congresswoman Liz Cheney after her vote to impeach Donald Trump. Are Democrats underutilizing this anti-choice, pro-gun Republican who might be the only way to save democracy? Finally, they roast tennis player Novak Djokovic for trying to defy Australia’s rules for entry and his likely deportation.

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#617 Where There’s A Will There’s A Way (To Prosecute Insurrectionists) Jan 05, 2022

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Alise, Kaitlin, and Amanda react to Rep. Devin Nunes leaving Congress and how it benefits Nancy Pelosi. Then they reflect on the one-year anniversary of the January 6 siege on the Capitol. What can Democrats do in the next year to ensure accountability for the insurrection, including the members of Congress and Trump allies who incited it? What laws should be activated or changed to ensure appropriate penalties? Finally, what is the media’s role in covering the Republican party while protecting our democracy?

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