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Sane(ish) with Jo Carducci

The Siren Network

Introducing "Sane(ish)" with JoJoFromJerz, where social media sensation and political firebrand Jo Carducci brings her signature sass, snark, and incisive analysis to a new series. Sane(ish) has all the righteous indignation that made her a Twitter phenomenon while adding more personality to politics. With an unmistakable Jersey directness and zero tolerance for artificial balance, Jo dissects everything from constitutional crises to cultural flashpoints, alongside thoughtful guests who provide

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16:44

Democracy on the Clearance Rack: Jamie Raskin on...

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2025/07/22

Congressman Jamie Raskin joins Jo in the middle of a week when American democracy feels like it’s on the clearance rack. From Congress giving away its power with the Recessions Act, to lawmakers cosplaying as fiscal hawks while slashing PBS and NPR before even considering a billionaire tax cut, Jo and Raskin unpack what’s happening beneath the circus.They go deep on the Epstein files detonating what’s left of MAGA credibility, and the staggering hypocrisy of Republicans demanding “transparency”

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39:39

Let THEM Lie and Fight Each Other with Congressman...

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2025/07/18

Congressman Jared Moskowitz joins Jo for a no-holds-barred breakdown of a week so stupid you can’t make it up: Congress duck-walks away from the Epstein files, Republicans lock arms to shield the secrets their own base is demanding, and suddenly the MAGA mob is eating itself while Trump twirls behind the curtain. Moskowitz drags the whole charade from Russian nesting dolls of lies, binder theatrics, Bondi’s “desk,” and a GOP so tangled they can’t remember which version they’re selling.But it’s not

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23:50

Handing Over the Keys: Angus King on Power Grabs, PBS...

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2025/07/17

Jo sits down with Senator Angus King—Maine’s straight-shooting Independent and connoisseur of constitutional reality checks—for a conversation that blows the lid off Washington’s latest “power of the purse” giveaway. From Congress rolling over on the Rescissions Act (“one more building block in the edifice of authoritarianism”) to the boneheaded crusade against PBS, NPR, and USAID, Senator King calls out the dangerous shift: lawmakers too scared to do their jobs, too eager to hand the President a

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47:39

Trump’s NATO Circus, Tariffs, and that really bad...

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2025/07/15

Jo sits down with Tom Malinowski—former Congressman, Assistant Secretary of State, and expert on foreign policy and democracy. From Trump’s super awkward NATO deals and unpredictable tariff threats to the devastating impact of the big bad “Billionaire Boner Bill,” they unpack the real consequences for working families, small businesses, and America’s global standing. Later, Tom shares insider insights on the complex dance between Trump and Putin, the challenges facing Ukraine’s defense, and the

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42:47

Not Giving a Sh*t: Brian Karem on the Fight for Press...

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2025/07/10

Journalist, author, and “Just Ask the Question” podcast host Brian Karem joins Jo for a raw, unfiltered conversation about journalism in the age of chaos.Brian shares what it’s like to be marginalized in the White House briefing room, the evolution of propaganda from the podium, and why the current administration’s contempt for truth is unlike anything he’s seen in four decades of reporting. Together, they dig into the real human cost of policy—families grieving lost children, communities left

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32:42

Frustrated but Not Powerless with David Pakman

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2025/07/08

David Pakman - host of The David Pakman Show- joins Jo for a raw, honest, and unexpectedly hopeful conversation about life in America after "The Billionaire Boner Bill." David and Jo revisit their first meeting at The White House- before "the shit show came in for season two" - and reflect on just how quickly things have unraveled. Together, they break down what the new bill really means for working class families, the dangers of finger-pointing on the Left, and the urgent need for more voices - big

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47:59

Exhausted by Hypocrisy: John Fugelsang on Faith,...

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2025/07/03

Jo welcomes comedian, SiriusXM host, and author John Fugelsang for a brutally honest—and frequently hilarious—conversation about America’s relentless cruelty, the billionaire boner bill, and why the GOP’s Bible-thumping is pure performance. With his new book coming out August 19th (preorder it now), Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person’s Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds, Fugelsang digs into the white supremacy at the core of U.S

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16:20

Don’t Come for Our Health Care: Senator Tina Smith’s...

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2025/07/01

This rapid-response episode of Sane(ish) couldn’t be more urgent. Jo is joined by Senator Tina Smith just as the Senate moves to vote on the “billionaire boner bill” which would gut health care, slash benefits for working families, and hand out tax breaks to billionaires. Senator Smith lays out what’s really at stake, why this fight matters for moms, kids, and everyday Americans, and exactly how you can help stop the bill before it’s too late.If you care about protecting Medicaid, SNAP, and basic

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13:11

The Billionaire Boner Bill with Senator Chris Murphy

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2025/06/26

In this urgent episode of Sane(ish), Jo is joined by sits Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut following a powerful Capitol Hill hearing on the Republican “Big Beautiful Betrayal” bill—or as Jo calls it, the “Billionaire Boner Bill.” Together, they break down the real-world consequences of this catastrophic legislation, which threatens to kick millions off Medicaid and slash SNAP benefits, all to fund massive tax cuts for billionaires and corporations.Senator Murphy and Jojo share heartbreaking

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51:49

No Rulebook, No Adults: So What Happens Now (with...

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2025/06/24

Jojo from Jerz brings together legal heavyweight George Conway and historian Heather Cox Richardson for a candid, unscripted conversation about the chaos of June 2025. With Trump launching strikes on Iran, Congress sidelined, and the world on edge, Jo, George, and Heather cut through the noise to ask: How did we get here—and what happens next?George & Heather swap stories from their Harvard days and dig into the psychology of Trump’s power: Why do smart people keep caving to him? Why does the

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36:36

Trump, Iran, and the Brink: Joel Rubin Breaks Down...

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2025/06/20

With the world on edge over the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, Jo sits down with national security expert and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Joel Rubin for a deeply human conversation about what’s really happening behind the headlines. As Trump’s stance on U.S. involvement in the region shifts by the hour, swinging from “no new wars” to openly hinting at strikes alongside Israel, Joel explains the risks, the ripple effects, and the consequences for American families.Together, they

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58:31

Tanks, Tweets, & Truth Bombs: Rachel Vindman on...

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2025/06/17

Rachel and Jo discuss the disconnect between political theater and the lived realities of veterans, including the impact of recent VA policy changes on healthcare access. They explore the professionalism of service members, the importance of lawful orders—even when they’re “awful”—and why storytelling is essential for advocacy and driving change.They also tackle the pitfalls of measuring political success by social media impressions, the need for authenticity in political communication, and why

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43:24

It Takes a Village to Roast Stephen Miller—Community,...

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2025/06/12

Majid Padellan, better known as Brooklyn Dad Defiant joins for a spirited conversation about the state of America in 2025. They take aim at Stephen Miller’s legacy of cruelty, the ongoing ICE raids and National Guard deployments, and the propaganda fueling chaos in Los Angeles. Majid shares how he uses humor and activism to push back against despair, and why calling out villains by name is more important than ever.Subscribe, rate, and share Sane(ish)—and follow Jojo from Jerz and Brooklyn Dad

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26:12

Trump’s Manufactured Chaos: ICE Raids, LA Protests...

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2025/06/10

We welcome independent journalist and The Jim Acosta Show host, Jim Acosta, to break down the crisis in Los Angeles—one fueled directly by Donald Trump’s political gamesmanship. As ICE raids spark mass protests and Trump deploys the National Guard over the objections of Governor Newsom, LA has become the latest stage for Trump’s manufactured chaos.Jojo and Jim dig into how Trump is deliberately escalating tensions in LA to distract from his own scandals—including his public fallout with Elon

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44:39

Trump, Veterans, and the GOP’s “Billionaire Bailout...

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2025/06/05

Today we catch up with Allison Gill, Navy veteran, former VA executive, and host of The Daily Beans, to talk about how the Trump administration and the GOP’s latest “Billionaire Bailout Bill” are impacting America’s military, veterans, and working families.Allison breaks down the real-world consequences of proposed Republican cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, including plans to fire tens of thousands of VA workers and privatize veterans’ healthcare. She shares

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36:14

Joni Ernst, Medicaid Cuts, and Taking on Lindsey...

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2025/06/03

Is Joni Ernst f’ing kidding me? We’re breaking down the viral Joni Ernst “we’re all going to die” Medicaid response and what it reveals about the GOP’s approach to healthcare. Then, special guest Dr. Annie Andrews—a pediatrician, public health advocate, and Democratic Senate candidate taking on Lindsey Graham in South Carolina—joins for aconversation about the real consequences of Republican Medicaid cuts, the fallout from RFK Jr.’s controversial tenure as HHS Secretary, and the party’s escalating

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1:06:15

West Point, Wild Rants, and Independent Media with...

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2025/05/29

Jo is joined by former Marine, prosecutor, and MeidasTouch editor-in-chief Ron Filipkowski for a no-holds-barred look at a political news cycle that feels like a fever dream. Jo kicks things off with a blistering takedown of Trump’s West Point commencement speech—calling out the partisanship, culture war rants, and “trophy wife” nonsense that turned a solemn military tradition into a MAGA spectacle. Then, Ron joins to make sense of the headlines: Trump dangling pardons like party favors, cozying up

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26:24

Congressman Jason Crow on Real Leadership, Walmart...

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2025/05/27

Jo welcomes Congressman Jason Crow—a former Army Ranger, veteran, and fierce advocate for Colorado’s working families—for a candid conversation about what’s really at stake in America right now. Together, they break down the latest “billionaire bill” in Congress, how political decisions in Washington ripple through everyday lives (from Medicaid and SNAP cuts to rising prices at Walmart), and why real leadership means showing up, listening, and fighting for the truth even when it’s hard. Crow shares

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40:24

Michael Cohen on MAGA Grifts, Golden Domes, and the...

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2025/05/22

It’s part 2 of our launch week! This time, Jo is joined by Michael Cohen—former Trump attorney and bestselling author—for a deep dive into the chaos of American politics in 2025. They break down the explosive news of the $5 million government settlement with Ashli Babbitt’s family, the right’s relentless attempts to rewrite January 6th, and the jaw-dropping grift machine that’s fueling Trump’s comeback—from meme coins and crypto schemes to the Qatar luxury jet and the so-called “Golden Dome” defense

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31:51

Grief, Grit, and Gaslighting with Harry Dunn

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2025/05/20

Welcome to the very first episode of Sane(ish) with Jojo from Jerz! Jo is joined by her inaugural guest, Harry Dunn, former Capitol Police officer & January 6th truth-teller, for a raw, honest conversation about resilience, leadership, and the fight for our democracy.Jo and Harry unpack the media’s obsession with Biden’s legacy, the cruelty and hypocrisy swirling around the news cycle, and the importance of holding onto our humanity when the world feels upside down. And because sanity requires

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