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Run For Something’s latest research revealed that 61% of young democrats say they are most likely to turn out to vote if there is a young progressive candidate running.
NBC hires Ronna McDaniel as an on-air commentator and faces major backlash.
Truth Social has made a surprise IPO on the NASDAQ and its biggest investor is the company founded by TikTok’s savior Jeff Yass, Susquehanna International Group.
A deep dive into RFK Jr. and his independent campaign
In Our Down Ballot Era: Democratic State Senator Eva Burch reveals in a speech on the Senate floor that she is planning to get an abortion due to her pregnancy being no longer viable.
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An overview of Emily Amick’s Substack piece: Kate Middleton & the Conspiratization of Modern Mass Communications
Identifying how conspiracies become discredited to cover up truth.
Is it malevolence or is it just messiness?
Pre-order Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives
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Discussing the rising issue of “Moral Narcissism”.
A primer on what’s happening in Haiti
Shouting out Democratic candidates that voted against the TikTok ban.
The gap in our court system that allows hypothetical court cases to make it to the Supreme Court without consequence.
Come back on Thursday for a minisode where V, Sami, and @emilyinyourphone chat about missing Kate Middleton.
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After predicting some possible options for TikTok saviors, Kellyanne Conway is beginning to lobby on behalf of TikTok in Congress.
Trump posted a $91.6 Million dollar bond on Friday to cover the financial penalty that he owes Jean Carroll.
Texas down ballot results for Greg Casar, Jasmine Crockett, and Jessica Cisneros.
Florida Representative Anna Paulina Luna has proposed bipartisan legislation in congress that would allow members of congress to vote remotely for six weeks after they give birth.
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Sami and V share their takes on Trump and Biden’s respective popularity following Super Tuesday.
The TikTok ban is back on the legislative table and Congress is getting serious about heavy regulatory fines to ban it from app stores.
Will TikTok be saved by a buyer? Sami throws out some potential candidates.
You can watch the bills consideration and debate LIVE Thursday, March 7, 2024 2:00 P.M. at https://energycommerce.house.gov/.
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Caitlin Clark is changing sports for a generation
The Supremes fall in line to help Donald Trump win the election
Unpacking Vice President Kamala Harris’s call for a ceasefire + reactions
A Hunter Biden hearing without full frontal nudity
An extra thicc and juicy downballot era segment in honor of Super Tuesday, featuring Brian Derrick of Oath, who breaks down why North Carolina really, really, *really* needs to elect a Democratic governor this November
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In today’s mini-sode V chats with author and journalist, Taylor Lorenz. They detail Taylor’s interview with Chaya Raichik during which she revealed herself as the creator of LibsofTikTok.
FULL INTERVIEW
Taylor’s Book: Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet
Topics:
How Taylor came to discover LibsofTikTok creator, Chaya Raichik.
The severity of Raichik’s content and the concern of copy cats.
The timeliness of Taylor’s book Extremely Online.
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Today’s episode includes an exclusive interview with Vice President Kamala Harris, where she reacts to the Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos and the death of Nex Benedict. To jump to the interview, listen at 49:24.
Other topics in this show include:
Symptom management of late-stage capitalism: why is the internet hiding news from us and why do CEOs want us eating cereal for dinner?
Why don’t we know exactly what happened to Nex Benedict? We guide you through the confusing coverage.
For the first time *ever* in the United States, someone was convicted for a hate crime for murdering a transgender woman.
The Kochs pull their money from Nikki Haley as she enters her delulu era
Veepstakes is in full swing – here’s who we *don’t* think Trump will pick
A Missouri law prevents pregnany women from divorcing their spouse – which is why MO Rep. Ashley Aune is our downballot girlie of the week
V interviews Vice President Kamala Harris about wide-ranging threats to reproductive rights: from how anti-abortion legislation impacts members of the military to fears around IVF accessibility. V and the Vice President also offer words of support to the LGBTQ community following the death of Nex Benedict.
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Another week of nightmare fuel to unpack in today's episode of American Fever Dream, including:
Alabama’s Supreme Court rules that frozen embryos should be considered people. Here are the implications for IVF.
Where is Ivanka Trump lately?
The hottest new wedding venue is decommissioned prisons
What we know about the killing of Nex Benedict
Why a California conservative is making decisions about Oklahoma school libraries
Alexei Navalny’s “sudden death syndrome”
Who’s in their downballot era this week? It’s New York State Senator Samra Brouk, whose legislation ensures more women have access to life-saving doula services
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In the first episode of American Fever Dream, V. Spehar of Under The Desk News fame officially joins the Betches News family in our premiere episode of our signature news and politics podcast dedicated to keeping you responsibly informed, sufficiently amused, and ready to stay engaged for the long haul.This week’s topics include:
What’s going on with politics on social media?
The Super Bowl political intersections you didn’t see and Nancy Pelosi’s Vegas field trip
The race to replace George Santos in Long Island and why we’re in our downballot era this year
A shooting at Joel Osteen’s Texas megachurch raises questions about the prosperity gospel
Would you let ChatGPT write your performance review?
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Betches News (formerly The Betches Sup) is excited to announce the newest podcast from Betches Media: American Fever Dream!
From under the desk to in your ears, V. Spehar joins Betches Media in a new podcast dedicated to curing the collective malaise brought on by our chaotic political environment. Every week, Spehar and co-host Amanda Duberman (news director, Betches) will tenderly guide you through the biggest moments in politics and pop culture with a healing dose of perspective and humor. Rather than spiral over the latest unprecedented event, the hosts dig for the 2024 political tea you *really* want to hear while offering all the information you need to be an empowered citizen, without the side of despair to keep you up at night.
Tune in every Tuesday, starting February 13th, 2024 and subscribe now so you don't miss an episode!
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On this the final episode of Soft Black Woman for 2023, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes your favorite financial hype woman, Berna Anat, to help break down the news. Be sure to subscribe to our new podcast feed so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman in 2024.
Co-host: @heyberna, Berna Anat
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Topics:
A judge found Trump committed fraud in building his real-estate empire.
The WGA Strike is over
Taylor Swift’s star power sends Travis Kelce’s jersey sales soaring
Drake Fans react to controversial lyrics on Slime You Out
*NSYNC returns
Colin Kaepernick wants to get back on the field with the New York Jets
Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott vowed to end to birthright citizenship
Megan Thee Stallion wants you to check on your friends, including the ‘strong’ ones
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GOP primary candidates assemble once again to compete for the smallest L
Reflecting on chaotic moments, favorite guests, and lessons learned
What’s next for the Betches Sup podcast
The Betches Sup podcast will be on hiatus until early 2024
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What’s in the “tentative deal” struck by writers and studios? Our writers debrief on the imminent end of one strike while another heats up.
What does Kevin McCarthy want more, his job or a functioning government?
Did Senator Bob Menendez engage in sweeping corruption, or just leave a little extra cash lying around?
Are Men Ok? We deliberate over this cringey comment from the Greek Prime Minister
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On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes comedian and content creator TaTa Sherise. Be sure to subscribe to our new podcast feed so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman.
Co-host: @tatasherise, TaTa Sherise
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Topics:
Halle Berry calls out Drake for using a picture of her to promote his new single
Maren Morris says she’s quitting country music because of Trump era culture wars
A Black Texas student was suspended for his loc hairstyle
Jann Wenner (Rolling Stone magazine) made racist and sexist comments while promoting his new book “The Masters”
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky introduced their newborn son, Riot Rose
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Topics:
What we’ve been binge-watching lately
How Rupert Murdoch should spend his retirement
Why the government spending negotiations are like a disorganized Bachelorette party
The Senate changes its dress code. But are some clothes simply too casual for the gravity of governing?
Angelica Ross details Emma Roberts’ transphobia on the “American Horror Story” set
Milly and Alise share heart-warming and hilarious anecdotes in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month
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Topics:
Did Lauren Boebert give a handy at the theater?
What’s unique about the auto workers’ strike.
The Republican governor and VP hopeful accused of having an affair with a Trump aide.
Why young voters are putting pressure on Biden to take more radical action on climate change.
Drew Barrymore finally changes course and pauses her talk show.
A Rolling Stone co-founder makes controversial and ill-informed statements about “inarticulate” women and Black performers.
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On this episode of Soft Black Woman, host Dr. Akilah Cadet welcomes documentary filmmaker and producer, Isara Krieger to talk about the latest trending pop culture and news headlines of the week. Plus, they tell us how they’re prioritizing softness in their own lives. Be sure to subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode of Soft Black Woman, out every Friday.
Co-host: @isara.krieger, Isara Krieger
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Topics:
Soft Black Woman will be taking a break starting September 29th and returning in its own feed in 2024.
Isara’s documentary, The Highest Standard follows three students as they make a leap across the education gap.
Recapping the MTV Video Music Awards.
Dictionary.com adds box braids to its lexicon.
Lauren Boebert was escorted out of Beetlejuice after causing a disturbance.
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An announcement from Milly and Alise + info about the podcast schedule this year
Jen Shah and Elizabeth Holmes are jailhouse besties
We’re all confused about why Republicans want to impeach Joe Biden
Republicans tried to shame a Virginia candidate for a spicy livestream, but might have committed a crime
Lauren Boebert’s eventful evening at the theater
Unpacking Drew Barrymore’s decision to resume her talk show and the current status of the WGA/SAG strikes
The nation solves an enduring mystery: does Tim Scott have a real girlfriend?
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Trump hosts a teeny tiny fundraiser to help pay Rudy Giuliani’s legal bills
The ongoing effort to identify more than 1,000 9/11 victims
Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher’s awful character statements for Danny Masterson, and their even worst response
Bryan calls in from Spain to unpack the country’s reaction to Luis Rubialis defiance, and ultimate resignation, after kissing a female player during the World Cup victory
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