Ballot with Patrick Gutfield - Where Politics Meets Pop Culture

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Biden's Trolling, Trump's Fed Takeover, and the RFK Jr. Rollercoaster May 01, 2024

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We navigate the twisted and hilarious world of American politics. We begin with Joe Biden's new role as Donald Trump's chief troll, then move on to Trump's secret plan to take control of the Federal Reserve if he wins the 2024 election. We also explore Trump's whiplash-inducing change of heart regarding RFK Jr., who has gone from MAGA darling to "Democrat Plant" in record time. J
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Puppy-gate, Salad-gate, and the Hush Money Hullabaloo Apr 30, 2024

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We dive into the latest political scandals and comedic gold mines. We start with the late-night hosts' roasting of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's puppy-killing confessions, then move on to the ongoing drama of Donald Trump's hush money trial and the Miami Grand Prix's swift shutdown of a planned Trump fundraiser. Plus, we can't help but chuckle at the conservative media's bizarre fixation on President Biden's salad-eating skills.
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Kristi Noem defends killing the puppy Apr 29, 2024

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We delve into the controversy surrounding South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's puppy-killing anecdote from her upcoming memoir and how it might impact her chances of becoming Trump's running mate.
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Correspondents Dinner Roasts, Puppy-gate, and a Courthouse Birthday Wish for Melania Apr 28, 2024

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We cover the highs and lows of the White House Correspondents Dinner, where Colin Jost and President Biden traded barbs and poked fun at Trump's legal woes and business ventures. We also dive into the strange tale of Governor Kristi Noem's dog-shooting past, which has sparked a social media trend among Democratic governors and earned her the ire of the "Dogmocratic Party." Plus, we'll discuss Trump's awkward birthday message to his wife Melania, delivered in the midst of his hush money trial
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Biden goes on Howard Stern and they discuss salacious photos Apr 27, 2024

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Eevryone else's hedline is that Biden says he's willing to debate Trump. Yeah, we knew that.
But Biden recieving salacious photos? Late Night will have a field day. Except they don't work Fridays.
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Biden mentions the June 6th riots. Wait, what? Apr 26, 2024

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we tackle President Biden's latest blunders and White House walk woes. We'll dive into his D-Day mixup at a glitzy Hollywood fundraiser and explore the reasoning behind his new helicopter routine, which has him surrounded by a pack of aides. Join us as we navigate the hilarious waters of presidential gaffes and political theater, one punchline at a time.
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Four More Years! Pause. Biden is on a run of gaffes Apr 25, 2024

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In this episode of Ballot, we explore the latest political gaffes and legal challenges facing President Biden and former President Trump. We'll break down Biden's awkward teleprompter moment, where he accidentally read the words "four more years, pause" during a speech, sparking a wave of online reactions. We'll also dive into Trump's legal woes as he faces potential fines for violating a gag order and touts his past work with the Teamsters union. Plus, we'll discuss Trump's praise for key witness David Pecker and the former president's case for presidential immunity. Join us for a humorous look at the never-ending circus of American politics.
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Trump's Courtroom Siestas, Biden's Cannibal Conundrum, and New Guinea's Sky-Meal StandardsBallot April 24-auphonic Apr 24, 2024

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We dive into the wild world of Trump's courtroom antics, where his slumbering visage is drawing comparisons to Andy Warhol's "Sleep." We'll also explore the fallout from Biden's bizarre cannibal comments, which have the White House scolding reporters for making jokes and Papua New Guinea residents setting the record straight on their sky-meal vetting process. Plus, we'll touch on the National Enquirer's role in burying Trump scandals and the former president's struggle to stay awake during his own trial. Tune in for a healthy dose of political satire that will leave you both amused and bewildered.
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Trump's All-Caps Rants, Porn Star Problems, and a Pecker Named Witness Apr 23, 2024

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We explore the wild world of Donald Trump's legal troubles and online obsession. We start with a deep dive into a Washington Post analysis that reveals just how much Trump loves to post on Truth Social, with a staggering 29 posts per day and 760 all-caps rants in just a few months. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. We also delve into Trump's court case involving a porn star and a witness with the unfortunate name of Pecker. Join us as we try to make sense of this bizarre political landscape, one laugh at a time.
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Criminal Trials, Cannibal Accusations, and the Age-Old Debate Apr 22, 2024

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In this episode of Ballot, we tackle some of the most bizarre stories in American politics. We start with the historic criminal trial of Donald Trump, where jurors promise to put aside their opinions and focus on the facts. Then, we explore President Biden's latest gaffe, where he apparently confused Papua New Guinea with a cannibal haven, much to the dismay of the island nation's prime minister. Finally, we hear from Michael Douglas, who weighs in on the age debate between Biden and Trump, and shares some choice words about the former president's business acumen. Join us for a rollercoaster ride through the absurd world of politics, and remember: if you can't laugh, you might just cry.
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