Getting Hammered®
Laissez-Faire Media
Overcaffeinated and underprepared™
A sharp, funny politics podcast for people who want the news without the freakout.
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.
A sharp, funny politics podcast for people who want the news without the freakout.
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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Mar 4, 2026 • 1h 9min
Boom: Iran Strikes Deconstructed
Explores the military strikes on Iran, covering the intelligence, weapons and targeting choices. Discusses command-and-control failures, jet shootdowns and dramatic rescues. Considers regional reactions, shifting Arab alliances and possible impacts on US-Iran relations. Critiques media coverage and political divisions at home.
Mar 3, 2026 • 6min
#Todayin1776: Abigail Hears the Battle for Dorchester Heights From Her Home
A woman in 1776 writes amid nearby bombardment and interruptions as military action unfolds. Rumors swirl that a prominent leader and Congress fled, damaging reputations. Loyalist plots and anger toward secret undermineers come up. Reflections on a radical pamphlet and calls for independence are discussed.
Feb 26, 2026 • 50min
Bonus: The SOTU Goes from Policy to Pageantry
They break down showy State of the Union moments, from military awards to surprise reunions. Cameos like athletes and honored civilian heroes get close attention. They also debate heckling, camera choices, and the political optics around vocal lawmakers. Policy flashes include CDL rules, transgender policy disputes, and how these scenes might play in upcoming midterms.
Feb 26, 2026 • 7min
#Todayin1776: The Plan to Attack Boston If Hell Breaks Loose
A rejected mid-February plan for an amphibious assault on Boston is unpacked. The arrival of Knox’s 59 cannons and their 300-mile journey gets attention. A contingency plan to respond if the British attacked Dorchester Heights is described. Detailed landing zones, signal systems from Roxbury, troop composition, and proposed command arrangements are outlined.
Feb 25, 2026 • 1h 11min
Olympic Golds & Golden Crashouts
They unpack dramatic Olympic moments, including women's and men's hockey overtime winners and on-ice toughness. They talk media backlash over players' postgame reactions and the politics around White House invites. A major Supreme Court tariff ruling and its political implications get attention. They also touch on politicians' public performances and new developments in the Epstein files.
Feb 24, 2026 • 6min
#Todayin1776: Adams Says Everyone Needs To Be Making Gunpowder
A 1776 saltpeter shortage sparks discussion about boosting domestic gunpowder production. The origins and chemistry of saltpeter are explained. Practical instructions for making saltpeter at home are recounted. A push for civic duty and a committee to coordinate supplies is described.
Feb 20, 2026 • 6min
#Todayin1776: Poor Landon Carter's Mom Embarrasses Him in Front of George Washingon
A dive into Landon Carter's candid diary reactions to Thomas Paine's Common Sense and debates about its authorship. A funny military matchmaking attempt for Carter's grandson turns awkward when the young man's mother breaks down. Period politics, personal pride, and an embarrassing family moment in Revolutionary-era Washington social life.
Feb 19, 2026 • 5min
#Todayin1776: Ben Franklin Talking About "Common Sense"
A lively look at how a fiery pamphlet spread through the colonies and stirred public opinion. A historic letter links two key Revolutionary figures and reveals early networks of influence. Brief notes touch on international troop concerns and elite praise for the pamphlet's impact.
Feb 18, 2026 • 7min
#Todayin1776: John Adams Writes To Abigail About "Common Sense"
A reading of John Adams’ 1776 letter to Abigail about a sensitive diplomatic mission to Canada. Commentary touches on reactions to Paine’s Common Sense and worries about Catholic leadership in Canada. There is discussion of the strategic value of French language skills and a few sharp remarks about regional politics.
Feb 18, 2026 • 1h 12min
AOC Takes the Stage and Curlers Cheat!
They poke fun at mandatory sexual-harassment training and share awkward reporting tales. They recap the Munich Security Conference, spotlighting key speeches and political reactions. They examine Virginia's controversial redistricting plan and ballot implications. They also discuss Olympic highlights, a curling cheating scandal, and the rising prices of cocktails.
