• Bleach Blonde Bad-Built Butch Body™️
    May 23 2024

    Trump doesn’t know what to do about birth control, we love Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Clapback Collection, Kansas City Chiefs’ Harrison Butker gives a sexist commencement speech — and Eddie Vedder is having none of it — and more in news. Then, former Teen Mom producer Kenda Greenwood Moran joins for a retrospective interview on the MTV show. Finally, Sani-Petty.

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    Show Notes

    Trump says he will ‘never advocate’ for contraception restrictions after earlier saying he’s ‘looking at’ them (Politico 5/21)

    Among Gov. Youngkin's record vetoes: A bill that would have protected contraception in Virginia (WUSA9 5/20)

    We’ll Protect Both Life and IVF: A Senate bill to clear up confusion after an Alabama Supreme Court ruling. By Ted Cruz and Katie Boyd Britt (WSJ Op-Ed 5/19)

    The GOP's IVF Lie (Jess Valenti)

    Nevada abortion rights group says it has enough signatures on petition for ballot measure (ABC NEWS 5/20)

    At Justice Alito’s House, a ‘Stop the Steal’ Symbol on Display (NYT 5/16)

    “Bad-Built Butch Body” Is Trademarked—and MTG Is Not Handling It Well (The New Republic 5/21)

    Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder joins chorus railing against Harrison Butker: ‘Such a f***ing p***y’ (Awful Announcing 5/20)

    Teen Mom on Paramount+

    Study: MTV’s ‘16 and Pregnant’ led to fewer teen births (CNN 2014)

    Why Are People Mad About Ms. Rachel’s Save the Children Campaign? (The Cut 5/17)

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Nikki Glaser on Tom Brady’s Roast, Being Childfree and Taylor Swift
    May 16 2024

    Melania Trump might have coined “locker room talk,” Missouri Republicans want to keep child marriage legal, Bumble introduces AI, and more in news. Then, Nikki Glaser joins to talk about her new comedy special Someday You’ll Die, roasting Tom Brady, and, well, death.

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    Show Notes
    Nikki Glaser: Someday You'll Die (HBO)
    CW: Death and Suicide. Call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Michael Cohen: Melania Trump came up with idea to spin "Access Hollywood" tape as "locker room talk" (Salon 5/13)
    Republicans Are Really Into This Whole Child Marriage Thing (Jezebel 5/9)
    Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd says the app could embrace AI: ‘Your dating concierge could go and date for you’ (CNBC 5/10)
    Katie Britt proposes federal database to collect data on pregnant people (The Guardian 5/11)
    A “Tradwife” Discovers the Anti-Feminist Lifestyle Is Miserable and Oppressive (Current Affairs 5/9)

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    59 mins
  • Eye of the Stormy w. Lauren Simmons
    May 9 2024

    Happy 300th episode! Lauren Simmons (Texas State House candidate for District 146) joins to talk about what inspired her to run, her fight for a world-class public education for every Texas child and fighting anti-trans legislation in her state. Then, Michaela Watkins, Kiran Deol and Megan Gailey stop by to reflect on 300 episodes of Hysteria. Plus Shaniqua Mcclendon (Vote Save America) drops in to share VSA’s new initiative Organize of Else votesaveamerica.com/2024.

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    Show Notes

    https://www.laurenashleysimmons.com/

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Kristi Noem Is In The Doghouse w. Rep. Lorena Austin
    May 2 2024

    Gov. Kristi Noem shot her dog — and might have shot her chance of being Trump’s running mate; Florida’s six-week abortion ban is now in effect; gender-affirming care is ruled constitutional; and more in news. Then, Rep. Lorena Austin joins to talk about abortion and how Arizonans can protect reproductive healthcare in November. Finally, Sani-Petty (how do you feel about polygamy?).

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    Show Notes

    votesaveamerican.com/fuckbans

    Donald Trump on What His Second Term Would Look Like [TIME]

    Kristi Noem Doubles Down on Decision to Kill Family Dog, Adds That She Killed 3 Horses “a Few Weeks Ago” [Vanity Fair 4/29]

    As Florida's strict abortion ban takes effect, look to November and vote to overturn it [The Palm Beach Post 4/30]

    Trump says it's up to individual states whether they want to prosecute women for abortions [ABC 4/30]

    4th Circuit: Gender Identity Is A Protected Characteristic, Blocks State Coverage Bans [Erin in the Morning 4/29]

    In Reversal, Expert Panel Recommends Breast Cancer Screening at 40 [NYT 4/30]

    A former Democratic Georgia congressman hopes abortion can power his state Supreme Court bid [AP News 4/26]

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • SCOTUS To Decide Whether States Can Force Women To Suffer w. Rep. Jasmine Crockett
    Apr 25 2024

    California helps Arizonans seeking abortion and local trans kids; SCOTUS hears arguments on emergency abortions; and The Biden administration makes some healthcare moves (patients’ right to privacy, nursing home staffing) in news. Then, Rep. Jasmine Crockett talks Texas B.S. and her cheeky on-the-record comment about Viagra. Next, Kara Klenk joins to discuss how people often don’t understand when a woman is joking. Finally, a very passionate Sani-Petty (boy moms, please…).

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    Show Notes

    Rep. Jasmine Crockett—

    Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett

    Twitter, Instagram

    US Rep. Jasmine Crockett warns anti-abortion advocates that Viagra could be next (theGrio 4/16)

    Kara Klenk—
    That's Messed Up: An SUV Podcast

    Better Half Comedy (LA)

    News, etc.—

    Biden administration issues new rule to protect privacy of those seeking reproductive health care: ‘No one should have to live in fear’ (CNN 4/22)

    Biden administration imposes first-ever staff minimum for nursing homes (WaPo 4/22)

    California proposes law to allow Arizona doctors to perform abortions as ban proceeds (NPR 4/22)

    California judge sides with AG Rob Bonta over proposed trans youth ballot measure’s title (The Sacramento Bee 4/22)

    SCOTUS Has a Chance to Right the Wrong Its EMTALA Ruling Forced (Slate 4/22)

    Tavi Gevinson Has More to Say About Taylor Swift (Vulture 4/18)

    Is it just me or can men just not tell when a woman is joking ? (relevant Reddit thread from r/TwoXChromosomes, three months ago)

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Lie To Your Anti-Abortion Boss
    Apr 18 2024

    A misogynistic tragedy in Australia, “abortion trafficking” and “coercion” bills in Republican-dominated states, North Carolina’s importance in 2024, and more in news. Plus, Sani-Petty (Nike Olympics uniforms make no sense, and Meghan Markle, leave the fruit jams to the experts!).

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    Show Notes

    votesaveamerica.com

    Reeling From Mass Stabbing, Australians Ask: Was It About Hatred of Women? (NYT 4/15)

    Bills related to ‘abortion coercion’ and ‘trafficking’ advance in Republican-led legislatures (NC Newsline 4/15)

    It’s official: Your boss has to give you time off to recover from childbirth or get an abortion (The 19th 4/16)

    North Carolina May Be Biden 2024’s Best Bet in the South (Intelligencer 3/12)

    North Carolina candidate for governor built his brand through online vitriol — particularly toward Black women (The 19th 4/9)

    Nike revealed its new Olympic kit collection for Paris 2024. (IG)

    Beloved Australian Cartoon Bluey Introduces a Queer Family for the First Time (them)

    Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, debuts its first product

    (Page Six)

    Fabrics retailer Joann files for bankruptcy (CNN 3/18)

    Federal pregnancy resources:

    The PUMP Act

    Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Arizona Steals Trump’s Abortion Thunder
    Apr 11 2024

    Arizona’s Supreme Court bans abortion, and Trump wants to leave reproductive healthcare up to the states, in news. Then, Tien Tran joins to talk about the NCAA women’s basketball championships and the rise in popularity of women’s sports. Finally, Sani-Petty (Jason Sudeikis, get out of here!).

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    Show Notes

    Donate used eclipse glasses, or you can drop off undamaged eclipse glasses at any Warby Parker store until April 30 to donate to Astronomers Without Borders.

    Tien Tran, Jockular Podcast

    News Sources—

    Arizona Upholds 160 Year Old Abortion Ban [NYT 4/9 + 19th News 4/9 + NBC News 4/9]

    Trump's Truth abortion announcement: WaPo Analysis, The Hill, Politico, Politico Playbook

    Parents of Michigan School Shooter Sentenced to 10 to 15 Years in Prison (NYT 4/9)

    Swiss women win landmark climate case at Europe top human rights court (Reuters 4/9)

    “Sunday’s National Championship between South Carolina and Iowa was the most-watched women’s basketball game on record.” (Katie Couric on IG)

    NAIA, small colleges association, bans transgender athletes from women's sports competitions (CBS Sports)

    Fox Corp’s OutKick spent March Madness attacking the NCAA women’s tournament and athletes (MM4A 4/5)

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Florida Abortion Rights in Retrograde w. Rep. Barbara Lee
    Apr 4 2024
    Florida’s Supreme Court enacted a six-week abortion ban — but there’s a chance to protect reproductive rights in the Sunshine State in November; the NCAA women’s basketball championships are RIVETING; and, Dr. Heather Irobunda joins to discuss an announcement from the Department of Health and Human Services regarding consent for “sensitive” procedures like pelvis and prostate exams. Then, Rep. Barbara Lee comes on to talk about her history of fighting for progressive policy, 2024 voter turnout, and being portrayed on TV in Netflix’s “Shirley.” Finally, Sani-Petty (Mercury is in retrograde again). For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Show NotesRep. Barbara LeeInstagram, Twitter, Congress detailsCongresswoman Barbara LeeBarbara Lee: Speaking Truth to PowerRep. Barbara Lee Pays Tribute to Her 'Mentor and Friend' Shirley Chisholm (Elle) Column: California isn’t sending a Black woman to the Senate. But Barbara Lee won anyway (LATimes) Florida Abortionvotesaveamerica.com/fuckbans“Shut Up, Bill Ackman” w. Rep. Anna EskamaniFlorida Supreme Court allows one of nation’s strictest abortion bans to take effect (WaPo 4/1)Florida Supreme Court Allows Abortion & Marijuana Initiatives To Remain On The Ballot (Meidas Touch) BasketballIowa-LSU was most-watched women’s college basketball game on record, ESPN says (WaPo 4/2)The 10 most-watched NCAA women’s basketball games (Sports Media Watch) Iowa-LSU women’s NCAA basketball game sets ratings record (CNN)FanDuel says Iowa-LSU game was its biggest betting event of all time for women’s sports (CNBC)Commentary: UCLA-LSU is America’s sweethearts vs. its basketball villains (LATimes 3/29, before the correction) (after the correction)L.A. Times columnist apologizes for piece characterizing LSU players as 'dirty debutantes' (Fox Sports 4/2)LSU coach Kim Mulkey criticized the columnLSU's Angel Reese opens up about dealing with hateful speech, death threats: 'I've been through so much' (Yahoo! Sports) Dr. HeatherHospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, H.H.S. Says (NYT 4/1)The 2020 NYT Investigation
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    1 hr and 8 mins