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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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00:46:34

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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00:56:31

You've Got Mail!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/02/26

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss the latest email heard 'round the Government Inboxes. Then Anna cuts in with some breaking news on the government shutdown bill that passed the House, before we discuss a Politician You Don't Know--yet--spoiler, it's Elise Stefanik and then we discuss How To Talk About: Ukraine. It's a jam-packed episode you won't want to miss.

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00:50:21

Political Nips and Tucks

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/02/19

Like many a lady of Mar-A-Lago, we too are undergoing a light touch of cosmetic surgery on the show, as Michael, Anna and Anthony debut a new look and structure to the Happy Hour. But fear not, while there might be some new sections, it's still the same great content focusing on young leaders in Congress. And of course, Martinis included.

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00:49:47

Extortion! Extortion! Hear All About It...!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/02/12

On this happy hour, the gang is going downtown in the Big Apple to discuss the latest in the NYC Mayor scandal involving charges being suddenly dropped in exchange for...immigration purges? Yikes. Then the gang discuss a Treasury bill, a Fentanyl bill and the CFPB. It's a newsy, boozy episode you won't want to miss.

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00:44:04

Sex, Drugs and Elon Musk

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/02/05

On this spicy happy hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony unpack the latest tech-bro treasury takeover at the direction of "Elon-ia". Then the gang discuss the latest in Tariffs, USAID and a particular young politician from Florida we think you're all going to want to keep your eyes on. His name is Jared, and he's not related to the Trumps.

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00:50:02

There Is Crying In Politics

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/01/29

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony give their assessment of the Selena Gomez video taking the internet by storm and the vicious backlash it is receiving from all corners of the web. Then, the gang discuss the new Trump immigration policy affecting our Afghan military partners, we talk DeepSeek AI and of course, the pause on federal grant money.

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00:52:12

Billionaires Before Cabinet Bros

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/01/23

Welcome to America! Or should we say, it's time to leave? On this episode, Michael, Anna and Anthony break down all the fascinating, bizarre, and frankly unnerving things about the inauguration. Then we segue to immigration and look at a few different elements of this flashpoint issue that has so galvanized our country.

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00:53:09

When Humanity Is Good

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/01/15

As the devastating fires wreak havoc on Los Angeles for the 8th straight day, Michael, Anna and Anthony reflect on all of the inspiring GOOD they're seeing from humanity during this crisis, as well as call out some politicians and media figures taking cheap shots for quick political wins. The gang also discusses out of state wildfire aid, proxy voting in Congress for new parents, and a follow up on Meta's new free speech policy. Spoiler, that one isn't so good for humanity.

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00:52:08

'25 Starting With A Blaze

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2025/01/09

Tragically, the year is not beginning how anyone in Los Angeles would like, as Michael, Anna, and Anthony process the still ongoing fires ravaging their own backyards in the Palisades at an unprecedented level. The gang then turn their attention to all the other things making everyone else's start to the year a bit prickly, like Meta announcing they're no longer fact checking, or how funding for 9/11 first responders and victims has lapsed thanks to Donald and Elon. Or how US Steel may be going

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00:44:22

Invasion of the Drones

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/12/18

Yes, we talk about the drones over Jersey...we just couldn't help ourselves. But we also talk about the quiet but steady work of one GOP Congresswoman to combat China's bad trade practices, the annual year end pardon petitioning to the President, and the future of AOC in Democratic leadership. And finally, to conclude the Year's End Happy Hour, we bid adieu to the departing members on account of age--and spoiler, some of our favs are growing up!

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00:51:16

Middle East, Things Are A Changin'

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/12/12

On this episode of the Happy Hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony break down all the things happening in Syria with the fall of the Assad Regime and discuss what this means for the US and the broader region. The gang then discuss what the young Congress is saying about this, as well as other important issues like maternal death rates in the US and some new tiktok trends a few Congresswomen are getting involved in.

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00:45:15

Mike Bought Mitch A Drink!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/12/04

On this Happy Hour, Michael regales the gang with his recent golf hole in one which lead to none other than Mitch McConnell receiving a free drink! We also discuss a number of relevant news items this week like the Pete Hegseth nomination, new democratic leadership contests, immigration and the economy, and of course, the Hunter Biden pardon.

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00:51:04

Gaetz Ain't The Only Cameo In Town

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/11/28

On this Happy Hour, Michael arranges for a surprise holiday cameo that is just the sort of pumpkin espresso martini Anna and Anthony were looking for. Then they discuss the new cease-fire in Lebanon, as well as Trump's nominee for DNI, Tulsi Gabbard, a proposed housing solution for low and middle income families and finally an interesting prisoner swap between the US and China.

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00:42:50

Is The Mandate In The Details

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/11/20

On this Happy Hour, the gang tackle what has become a resounding talking point on the Right: Did Trump really win by an overwhelming mandate? And what does this mean for all those swing states that voted for him but then voted for Democratic Senators like Ruben Gallego or Elissa Slotkin. And later in the episode, we talk about combating homelessness and the divisive return of trans-rights in the actually Capitol Building following the election of Congresswoman Sarah McBride.

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00:49:31

System Reboot

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/11/13

And boy does it feel like our country has just undergone one of those! On this happy hour, Michael, Anna and Anthony discuss some of the new playlist "graduates" now looking at shiny new Cabinet roles, as well as who of our young leaders might fill those new House leadership vacancies and who the Dems aught to have as their "dream team" council as Anna puts it. It's an episode that hits the reset as we dive into the upcoming administration.

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00:31:10

FEELINGS! FEELINGS! Hear All About It!

Political Playlist Happy Hour ·

2024/11/06

Feelings? We have a few. Thoughts? We have even more. On this morning after episode, the gang unpacks this wild rollercoaster election ride we've been on as a nation and what we think it all means, and where we think we head to next.

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