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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Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 4min
It's a Small World
Today, we are providing you with an update on the ongoing hostage situation in Israel, discussing the issue of biased media coverage, and informing you about some tax changes! Tune in!Time Stamps:11:54 Israel Hamas Update28:49 Bias News37:22 Newsom vs. Desantis48:57 Bidenomics56:00 Tax Returns1:03:31Want more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com]It's not easy keeping up with the news—especially when you're a parent. Mary Katharine Ham and Vic Matus know that well. And while they can't get your kids to school on time (and without ketchup in their hair—ask Mary Katharine about that one), they can break down the news you need to know. Put the kids to bed, pour yourself a drink, and join us twice a week for Getting Hammered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 24, 2023 • 49min
A Hammered Holiday Special
On this special episode, Vic and Mary Katharine taste test winter speciality beers while discussing their holiday traditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 14min
A Smokeless Episode
Today we are discussing the latest out of Israel, Argentina's new PM, an update on the polls, and Snoop Dog's new declaration. Tune in!Time Stamps:16:50 Foreign Affairs35:20 Polls42:45 Argentina56:55 Now it can be told1:06:40 Snoop Dog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 3min
Take it Outside
Happy Friday! Today we are discussing the latest out of Israel, a few fights on Capitol Hill, Nikki Haley's ideal social media policy, and the end of a couple strikes.Time Stamps:9:52 Israel Rally21:56 Gov't Resolution27:43 Capitol Hill Fight Club34:45 Nikki Haley41:41 Strikes45:00 SCOTUS53:30 MCU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 15, 2023 • 1h 3min
Tit For Tat
In this episode, we're unpacking the most recent news from Israel, discussing the changing crime dynamics in Washington D.C. and San Francisco, and serving up a mix of intriguing topics. Let's get started!Watch this episode on YouTubeTime Stamps:14:17 Israel Update35:20 202445:17 Crime57:48 Randi WeingartenWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023 • 44min
Giant Red Blinking Light
Happy Friday, Hammer Heads! Today we're breaking down protests at Gal Gadot's Israel documentary screening, what happened on election night, Abortion at the GOP Debate, and much more. Tune in!9:26 - Israel and Hamas updates19:33 - Election Night 202326:34 - GOP Debate in Miami35:42 - 2024 UpdatesWant more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 8, 2023 • 59min
Be Careful What You Wish For
Today we are discussing the latest regarding Israel, 2024, Donald Trump's civil fraud trial and Mr. Beast's latest video.Watch this episode on YouTubeTime Stamps:6:52 Israel Update21:59 Swing States32:41 Iowa35:27 Donald Trump41:12 Congress48:01 SBF49:42 Nashville Update54:03 Mr. Beast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 3, 2023 • 1h 9min
We Are Very Trustworthy
Today's podcast covers a range of topics, including Israel, the Iowa poll, the upcoming Virginia election, a new Beatles song created with AI, and tips for choosing a low-key location for a first date. They also share personal stories about Halloween costumes, college beer preferences, reasoning behind wartime atrocities, a hospital bombing and media accuracy, financial struggles of DeSantis, surviving a fire, and their own first date stories. Overall, it's an entertaining and informative discussion.
Nov 1, 2023 • 1h 4min
News You Can Use
Today we are discussing the latest out of Israel, Speaker Mike Johnson, the 2024 presidential race and a viral 9-to-5 video. Tune in!Time Stamps:15:22 Israel31:31 Speaker of the House35:06 202445:32 9-to-5Want more Getting Hammered? Follow us on Instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast Questions? Comments? Email us at [Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023 • 56min
Anti-Breaking News
In today's episode, we provide updates on the ongoing conflict in Israel, the speaker race, and discuss former President Donald Trump's gag order.Time Stamps:07:11 Trump/Speaker Update19:30 Israel25:20 Campus Activism44:05 JeansIf you have a feel-good news story you want to share with us, DM us on instagram @gettinghammeredpodcast or send us an email at Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
