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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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In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Vic Matus discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal updates and holiday preparations to the competitive landscape of fried chicken chains. They delve into the political implications of Jasmine Crockett's Senate run, the Minnesota fraud case, and the cultural issues surrounding it. The conversation also touches on college football playoff controversies and reflections on the Kennedy Center Honors.
10:35 - Jasmine Crockett
22:40 - Minnesota Fraud
31:00 - Kennedy Center Honors
39:43 - College Football Playoffs
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In the inaugural independent episode of "Getting Hammered," Vic and MK decide to bring back the show at least once a week this holiday season, with thanks to all you listeners who have stuck around during hiatus season. In the near future, we'll concoct some ways for you to support the show as we head toward the new year, whether it's premium content, subscriptions, or contributing to our holiday cocktail fund. In the meantime, you can help by subscribing, listening, reviewing, and spreading the word. Today, Vic and MK do a review of Thanksgiving health damage, Christmas traffic, and MK's kids destroying decor before diving into U.S. military attacks on alleged drug-trafficking boats near Venezuela, the law of the sea, Franklin memes, Aftyn Behn, midterm forecasts, special elections, and people who should not sing on stage, the Minnesota massive fraud story, and the drama, drama, drama of Lane Kiffin.
10:10 Narco Terrorist
21:45 Minnesota
31:25 2026 Prospects
44:39 Lane Kiffin
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We’re back again to discuss on the recent election outcomes in New Jersey and Virginia, Mamdani in NYC, and a few updates while we have been away. Tune in!
8:06 - Elections
27:19 - Mamdani
35:58 - Heritage Foundation
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We're back to discuss Charlie Kirk and the reaction to his assassination, Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, and a few other things we missed while we were away. Tune in!
timestamps:
14:49 - Charlie Kirk
44:07 Jimmy Kimmel
58:43 - Lightning Round
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On this episode: We break down the many uses of the autopen, the backlash over the DOJ's handling of the Epstein list, and Chris Cuomo’s eyebrow-raising bid for NYC mayor. Plus: potential new cuts to the Department of Education, Trump’s NATO weapons deal, and the All-Star Game makes its return to Atlanta. Let’s get into it!
Time stamps:
13:59 - The Autopen
27:52 - Epstein
40:25 - Cuomo
46:00 - Department of Education
50:48 - NATO
59:35 - MLB All-Star Game
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On this episode: Trump orders strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and what happens next. Plus, a look at New York’s Democratic mayoral race, and a celebratory toast as the government prepares to drop its two-drink-a-day buzzkill. Cheers to that!
Time stamps:
12:13 - Special Report / Iran
44:39 - NYC Mayoral Race
51:48 - 2-drink recs
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Remember us? (Of course you do.) We’re back—and we’re covering everything. Trump’s response to Iran, Tucker and Ted Cruz tag-teaming headlines, the Army's 250th birthday bash, and the "No Kings" protests. Oh, and yes, the Democrats are still in disarray. Plus: a major SCOTUS ruling on trans rights and Trump 100-foot pole. Buckle up.
Timestamps:
12:10 - Trump and Iran
38:15 - Carlson v Cruz
46:45 - The Army's 250th Celebration
50:24 - "No Kings" protests
55:35 - Dems in disarray
1:03:59 - SCOTUS / Skrmetti decision
1:09:38 - flag poles
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On this episode: Trump’s tariffs get blocked, Elon exits the White House, and Harvard, NPR, and PBS scramble to keep their funding. Plus, the U.S. and Israel work to get aid into Gaza, and San Francisco unveils a radical new grading scale. Until we meet again!
time stamps:
13:28 - Trump's tariff's blocked
27:10 - Elon leaves the White House
37:10 - Harvard, PBS, NPR funding
48:25 - Aid into Gaza
53:13 - Grading for equity
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On this episode: The terror attack at the Capital Jewish Museum, Trump weighs in on Putin and floats (then delays) EU tariffs, and Democrats scramble to reconnect with the voters they’ve long ignored—so, basically everyone. Tune in!
Time stamps:
14:48 - Capital Jewish Museum
30:52 - Trump news
49:55 - Dems in disarray
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As we get ready for summer 2025, we thought we'd give canned summer cocktails another go! Join us as we responsibly taste-test our way through a variety of delicious (and not-so-delicious) beverages. We also discuss some news. Cheers!
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