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Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan
Deep in a red state, progressive podcasters, Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan share how they *really feel* about political news. Their comedic, feel-good takes will drop twice weekly, possibly more, if sh*t really hits the fan.
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Feb 21, 2026 • 16min
Elon Musk Online Meltdown Over 'Jesus' and Katie Miller Takes Stab At Stephen in Clip
They dissect Elon Musk's flirtation with Christian Nationalist rhetoric and mock MAGA's version of faith. They call out evangelical hypocrisy and mega-church performative family-values politics. They react to Katie Miller blaming Stephen Miller's genes for her pregnancy issues. They expose Islamophobia in politics and warn about Christian nationalism's threat to rights.

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Feb 21, 2026 • 22min
RFK Jr. Strips Down in Bizarre Video with Shirtless Kid Rock
They react to a bizarre shirtless video involving RFK Jr. and Kid Rock. Conversation turns to vaccine misinformation and fears about measles outbreaks. They examine RFK Jr.'s lack of medical credentials and the dangers of anti-vaccine influence. Discussion covers the SAVE Act, new voter ID hurdles, threats to early and absentee voting, and political hypocrisy on bodily autonomy.

Feb 20, 2026 • 16min
As Trump Faces Major Losses Dem Voters Revolt Against 'Spineless' Dem Leadership!
A fiery critique of Democratic leadership and questions about party transparency. Debate over whether progressives or moderates are better at beating Trump. Discussion of NYT focus group findings favoring younger, middle-class progressives. Calls to rebuild a pro-worker party inspired by FDR principles. Spotlight on bold progressive messaging and figures pushing taxing billionaires.

Feb 20, 2026 • 14min
Iran's Leader Threatens to Leak Epstein Evidence on Trump As War Looms
Conversation links Epstein file revelations to fears of a manufactured Iran conflict. They debate concerns about presidential fitness and risky decision making. Discussion covers alleged foreign influence on US policy and calls for stronger congressional war oversight. They also tackle billionaire tax avoidance, tech giants, AI job loss, and corporate political power.

Feb 20, 2026 • 16min
Trump Panics at Board of Peace As Epstein Arrests and Investigations Close In On Him
They dissect a farcical political board meeting and lampoon the spectacle around it. Arrests in the UK spark a wider look at accountability for powerful figures. Conversations probe systemic failures that let wealthy accused abusers evade consequences. The hosts also ridicule media obsession with personal scandals and warn about possible financial misdirection tied to political insiders.

Feb 19, 2026 • 12min
Trump Drowning As Other Countries Zero In On His Epstein Cover-Up
Investigates new international criminal probes tied to the Epstein files and who is being arrested abroad. Questions political absences at key depositions and long DOJ failures over multiple administrations. Examines Les Wexner's denials and alleged ties to Epstein and Victoria's Secret. Calls for global accountability and continued public pressure for survivors.

Feb 19, 2026 • 12min
Trump's Inner Circle of Psychotic Billionaire Oligarchs Want Democracy Destroyed
A fiery critique of Palantir and its surveillance origins, linking tech companies to powerful political influence. Discussion of alarming corporate rhetoric about violence and weakening democratic norms. Examination of billionaire strategies to win contracts, avoid taxes, and shape policy for personal gain. Calls for greater accountability and progressive policy priorities.

Feb 19, 2026 • 13min
Is Governor Hochul Going to Play Trumponomics or Execute the Will of Voters?
Conversation about rising progressive energy and why a new mayoral figure is connecting with voters. Discussion of a billion-dollar city budget shortfall and bold choices to fix it. Debate over taxing the wealthy versus raising property taxes and using reserves. A call for state-city cooperation to demonstrate effective Democratic leadership.

Feb 19, 2026 • 15min
Gut Wrenching Letters from Kids in ICE Concentration Camps Leak to the Press
Leaked letters from children in ICE detention reveal fear, sadness, and lost schooling. Reports of confiscated mail and rising deaths raise questions about medical neglect and custody for infants. Discussion links detention warehouses to historical concentration camp comparisons and calls for political accountability. International condemnation and public indifference are also explored.

Feb 18, 2026 • 13min
Kristi Noem Demands Private Data of Anyone Anti-ICE, Americans Are Under Surveillance
They discuss government requests for platforms to hand over identifying data on people critical of ICE. They dig into widening surveillance and threats to privacy and free speech. They cover political pressure driving aggressive immigration enforcement and allegations of officials using resources for deportation displays.


