

IHIP News
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 16, 2026 • 16min
Hakeem Jeffries Faceplants When Grilled On ICE and AIPAC New Leadership Now
Sharp scrutiny of Democratic leadership and their ties to donors. Heated clip of a lawmaker dodging questions on abolishing ICE and AIPAC funding. Local stories about ICE enforcement and calls for actions, not words. Debate over fundraising priorities and whether corporate influence undermines democracy.

Feb 16, 2026 • 13min
Trump's White Nationalist Nominee Torched in Senate over His 'White Erasure' Views
Hosts unpack a tense Senate grilling over a nominee's 'white identity' claims and awkward cultural examples. They probe accusations of racial superiority and unpack elite hypocrisy. Conversation shifts to MAGA's contradictory anti-Semitic strains alongside strong pro-Israel policy. They debate AIPAC's influence, lobbying power, and bipartisan fundraising ties.

Feb 16, 2026 • 12min
AOC is Dominating the Dem Party as Schumer Drowns Under Trump Regime
Sharp critiques of ICE and Democratic leadership dominate the conversation. They examine court findings on illegal detentions and debate Schumer’s strategy to tether ICE funding reforms. Tension between popular progressive figures and struggling Senate leadership gets spotlighted. Calls rise for bolder, populist Democrats rather than centrist appeasement.

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Feb 15, 2026 • 15min
More Disaster For Trump as Airport Catastrophe Caused By Hegseth & Jan 6ers Arrested
They dig into arrests and convictions tied to MAGA-aligned figures and examine the psychology behind extreme supporter behavior. They unpack misinformation and conspiracies weaponized for political gain. They analyze the El Paso airspace shutdown and a prominent media figure’s misidentification. They also cover cuts to public health research and the threat to fair elections.

Feb 15, 2026 • 22min
Trad Wife Scandal Rocks MAGA As Bigoted Influencers Exposed in Sex Scandal
Will Sommer, senior reporter at The Bulwark who covers right-wing media and conspiracy, breaks down a trad wife sex scandal. He traces the rise and fall of the central figure and contrasts public persona with private behavior. They probe leaked audio, affairs, rumors, and how moralizing influencers implode. The conversation maps broader patterns in hard-right influencer culture.

Feb 14, 2026 • 21min
The Epstein Elite Are Fighting to Keep Power and Pam Bondi Botching Cover-Up for Trump
Tara McGowan, founder of Courier News and independent political reporter. She digs into the Epstein files and alleges a wide cover-up protecting powerful figures. They explore Epstein’s international ties and media conflicts shaping coverage. Discussion also covers federal inaction versus state-level accountability and Courier’s tools for independent research.

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Feb 14, 2026 • 18min
Trump Strokes Out and JD Vance Throws Tantrum Over Olympic Athletes Speaking Out
They dissect a startling on-air health lapse and the spectacle around it. They analyze an angry politician’s grandstanding at the Olympics and reactions to athletes speaking out. They trace propaganda tactics, hypocrisy, and troubling political alliances. They stress the importance of local politics and accountability in the face of moral collapse.

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Feb 13, 2026 • 25min
Kristi Noem Scandal Erupts as She Plans to Run For President
They dive into RFK Jr.'s open confession about drug use and whether blunt honesty equals fitness for high office. They unpack reports of a scandal involving Kristi Noem and Cory Lewandowski and allegations of abusive workplace behavior. They debate a pattern of unqualified Republican leaders and warn about the dangers of a smarter, more dangerous successor. Culture wars and hypocrisy also get sharp attention.

Feb 13, 2026 • 27min
Dem Slams Failed Party Leadership, Demands Chuck Schumer Resign Immediately
Ro Khanna, U.S. Congressman known for tech, workers' rights, and human rights advocacy, pushes for bold progressive policies. He demands clear moral language on Gaza and ICE, calls for Schumer to step down, and champions a billionaire tax and nationwide economic vision. Khanna emphasizes street pressure, principled risk-taking, and organizing across all states.

Feb 13, 2026 • 32min
Rep. Drops Bomb on Trump After Seeing Unredacted Files, "The Famous Names are Horrific"
Ro Khanna, U.S. Congressman known for progressive oversight, recounts reviewing unredacted Epstein files and pushing for accountability. He highlights survivors' stories and how powerful people were protected. He calls for investigations into named figures, questions failures across administrations, and warns about billionaire influence on democracy.


