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Political Playlist Happy Hour

Political Playlist

A nonpartisan take on the youngest members of Congress and where they stand on the issues that matter most. Grab a drink, an app, or a friend, and join us.

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00:49:26

Happy Hour with Rep. Sarah McBride

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/07/16

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Congresswoman Sarah McBride, the only representative for the State of Delaware, to discuss the implications and repercussions facing Medicaid recipients caused by the recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Before that, the Pol Pla gang discuss the Epstein Files controversy, and a recent supreme court decision that essentially clears the path for the Trump Administration to continue its wrecking ball to Government Departments like Education

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00:45:20

A Moment For Texas

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/07/10

As the devastating tragedy continues to unfold in Texas, the gang try to make sense of this gut wrenching situation without getting too far in the political weeds. But one thing is clear...something needs to change. Michael, Anna and Anthony then discuss Congresswoman Sarah McBride, of Delaware, whom they'll be having on the show next week, they discuss the Big Beautiful Bill and how this might effect the midterms and lastly they discuss Elon's new proposed party. Will it work?

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00:51:24

Happy Hour with Ben Sheehan

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/07/01

On this pre-fourth of July happy hour, Anna and Michael discuss some political party strategy they think the Democrats should be doing in order to create a central party leader. Then she orchestrates a mid-show trade, dropping Michael for Anthony kick things into gear with a little civics lesson with none other than the millennial guru himself--Ben Sheehan. They discus various aspects of civic engagement, the importance of understanding the Constitution, and the dynamics of political parties. Ben

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00:40:16

They Don't Know What The **BLEEEEEEEP** They're Doing !

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/06/25

On this Happy Hour episode, the gang’s back together to dicuss the recent bombins in Iran, the complexities and all too soon forgotten sequence of events that got us here, and what our young politicians are saying about it all. Then, we dive into a case study on Kat Cammack and the complexities of strict abortions laws in red states, followed by discussing the continued conversation around immigration. [00:00] Introduction and Context Setting[02:17] Political Landscape and Recent Events[05:06] The

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00:45:11

Happy Hour with Rep. Maxwell Frost

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/06/18

What's it like to be the youngest person in Congress? Michael and Anna sit down with 28-year-old Florida Democrat, Maxwell Frost, to find out. Rep. Frost is a master of messaging, but that's because (unlike some of his colleagues) he doesn't force it. So what does the future of the Democratic party look like? With people like Frost, who began his public service as a teenager fighting gun violence, the future looks bright and very, very cool.

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00:49:15

Happy Hour with Rep. Haley Stevens

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/06/11

Okay Playlisters, get ready for Michigan-palooza, or as we call it, everything you wanted to know about manufacturing thanks to Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens of Michigan's 11th district! Michael and Anna sit down with the three term Rep now running for the Michigan Senate to discuss the latest in the tariff chaos, the auto industry, and how Michigan Manufacturing (did we just coin that?) could be the slogan of many a nationwide campaign. But first, Anna and Michael discuss the protests

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00:49:13

Happy Hour with Rep. Yassamin Ansari

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/06/04

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit down with Democratic Congresswoman Yassamine Ansari (AZ-3), the youngest women in the House of Representatives! They discuss her tireless work championing climate change policy, her new bill tackling Extreme Heat in her Phoenix area district, and discuss how, given her age, she still pinches herself when she walks the halls of Congress to remind her this is all real. But first on the episode, the gang discuss the latest spate of videos depicting immigration

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00:40:43

Happy Hour with The New Dems Coalition

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/05/28

In this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael and Anna sit downEmma Weir and Annie Sokolov from the New Democratic Coalition! They discuss thecoalition's role in Congress, its focus on economic messaging, and the importance of engaging with voters through new media, highlighting the challenges and strategies of the Democratic Party as they navigate a dividedpolitical landscape, emphasizing the need for proactive messaging and local engagement to resonate with constituents.[00:00] Introduction to

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00:24:23

Happy Hour With Rep. Maxine Dexter

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/05/21

In this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael sits down with Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, a Democrat from Oregon, who comes armed with facts and a can of Deschutes IPA from her home district to discuss her journey from doctor to a member of Congress. And who better qualified to discuss the proposed cuts to Medicaid, the challenges faced by rural healthcare, and the implications of work requirements for Medicaid eligibility. Dexter emphasizes the importance ofbipartisanship, listening to constituents,

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00:40:18

Happy Hour with Rep. Emily Randall

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/05/14

In this episode of Political Playlist, co-host and Hollywood mogal Michael K is off on assignment so Anna M-G and Anthony B go it alone with Freshman Democrat Emily Randall, of Washington State. They discuss her personal connection to Medicaid, the importance of healthcare for rural communities, and the potential cuts to federal programs. And it wouldn't be a Happy Hour with Emily if we didn't touch on her unique fashion choices in Congress![00:00] Introduction to Political Playlist and Rep

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00:48:39

Hands Off My Movies!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/05/08

On this Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Recreational Film Enthusiast Anthony, unpack the latest hollywood blockbuster bombshell from the White House regarding possible tariffs on...Movies!?!?! Then the gang discuss Jake Auchincloss, a politician you might not know, before discussing more on tariffs, the economy and the "Trump Slump" seen in foreign elections around the world.

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00:36:37

Happy Hour with Rep. Seth Magaziner

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/05/01

On this Happy Hour, Michael and Anna reconnect with their east coast roots by welcoming Congressman Seth Magaziner of Rhode Island onto the show and make Dark N Stormys in his honor...at 10 in the morning! He joins with his hometown 'Gansett Lager (Narragansett Brewery) to discuss his new bipartisan bill to limit Congressional Stock Trading (duh, no brainer!) as well as discussing his background as State Treasurer, his education and climate initiatives he's working on and of course, Block

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00:51:05

Sede Vacante, Roma e US Congress

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/04/24

Said after the passing of a Pope, "Sede Vacante," means "the see is vacant" and indeed, the same could be said about the US Congress. On this episode, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the recent passing of Pope Francis, reflecting on his progressive legacy and the implications for the future of the Catholic Church. Next, the gang covers Rep. AOC through the lens of the resurging Bernie movement sweeping the nation, and then talk DNC's new strategy to fund Dem primary

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00:57:51

You Blink, You Lose

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/04/16

Welp, Donny blinked, and the US economy is, well, losing. Michael, Anna and Anthony unpack the latest in the escalating tariff war with the US and China, and then discuss the growing popularity in legislation from Jon Ossoff that would ban Congressional stock trading. Then the gang discuss what's going on with Harvard and higher education before finally celebrating a win of the week--if we could call it that. It's a long episode, we grant you, but it's a good one nonetheless!

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00:31:43

The One With Rep. Brittany Pettersen

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/04/10

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael sits down with Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen AND her newborn Sam to discuss her story, her journey to Congress, and most importantly, the Vote By Proxy bill for new parents she's been fighting tooth and nail for. The fight continues, but for now, we take stock in how much progess and headway has been made. And in an effort to get out in front of any perceived "mansplaining," absentee host Anna gives Michael a prepared statement to read. He

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00:46:34

Everyone Just Go Home

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/04/02

On this Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss a whole host of topics ranging from the seemingly unlawful deportation of an innocent father to El Salvador, to Speaker Mike Johnson canceling the week of work and sending everyone home because he...didn't like a bill? The gang then discuss Ritchie Torres, Victoria Spartz, and Kat Cammack.

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00:50:23

Fist Bump+Flag+Fire

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/03/26

Fire up the "War Signal" boys, we got ourselves a bombin' to plan! That's right, the group chat heard round the world is the news-du-jour of todays happy hour, and Michael, Anna and Anthony got some hot takes. Afterwards, they tell you about Jared Moskowitz, a politician you might not know, plus they discuss how to talk about spending cuts and how these seemingly innocuous slashes are actually very personal and wide-reaching. It's a jam packed episode you won't want to

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00:50:05

Show Me Your Papers!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/03/20

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the dizzying array of chaotic headlines before discussing tariffs and a politician from PA you don't know (Chris Deluzio). They then discuss the apparent unlawful detainment of a pro Palestinian activist who appears to actually be in this country legally, and has not been charged with any crime, and finally they discuss a win of the week in the form of a bill from Rep Dan Crenshaw.

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00:24:29

Happy Hour with Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/03/12

Oh this episode, Anna and Anthony are joined by Democrat Representative Sarah Elfreth of Maryland's 3rd Congressional District. Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation about the current state of politics, what strategies Democrats should consider, and what awaits us with the upcoming Government shutdown bill.

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00:53:30

Egos and Alliances and Unions, Oh My!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/03/06

On this happy hour, Michael, Anna, and Anthony tackle the latest crumbling of the US alliance with Ukraine, an interesting pro-union bill from Josh Hawley, and we discuss how to talk about free speech, which seems to be under attack by the very same people who devoutly proclaim to protect it.

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