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Now that George Santos has been expelled from Congress, we know three things for sure: 1) this is the rule, not the exception, when it comes to Republican insanity, 2) this was not about Republicans doing the right thing, but about something else, 3) Trump had better watch his back. Matt Robison and Cliff Schecter run down what this means in this fast-turnaround "emergency" pod.

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The economy is really good by most of the big measures that economists use and that political analysts typically pay attention to -- jobs, unemployment, and economic growth -- and inflation has mostly evaporated. Yet Americans are still downright sullen about not just the economy, but the state of the country overall, and wide open to conspiracy theories in a way they've never been before. Matt and Dr. Debra Osgood explore the intersection of human psychology and politics and discuss the impact of fear and perceived threats on our behavior.

The panel debates whether recent revelations -- scooped by ABC News -- about former Vice President Mike Pence actually deciding to let Donald Trump have his way on counting the 2020 electoral votes on January 6 are an understandable moment of human doubt that only a partisan would criticize, or a major sliding doors moment in American history that changes our understanding of Mike Pence and that day. Also:

00:25 Discussion on Journalists Held Hostage

01:08 Analysis of Israel-Hamas Conflict

03:34 Critique of Media Coverage on Israel-Hamas War

06:21 Discussion on Mike Pence's Role in Election Certification

19:37 Debate on Trump's Mental State and Presidential Prospects

23:45 Speculation on Republican Nomination Process

30:38 Hunter Biden to testify, Santos to be sent packing

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Tune in to this weeks podcast about Sparketypes and how they can impact your life!

Part Two of our conversation with Justin Higgins and John Gunnison of the hit podcast Politics+ Media 101 (find Part One in their feed). We dive into the divisions inside the parties, the rise of young educated voters in driving the Dems, and what's up with Republicans' fascination with D-List celebrities?

00:09 How Dems Dealt with Rashida Tlaib's Controversial Statements

03:47 The Role of Young Elites in Shaping the Democratic Party

07:05 President Biden's Legislative Successes and Challenges

09:08 The Influence of Media Ecosystem on Political Success

21:35 The Impact of Abortion and Dobbs

27:27 Republicans and Celebrities

Will a federal appeals court keep a gag order on Donald Trump for the rest of his trial? Also, what's happening with young voters' attitude towards Joe Biden?

01:01 Discussing the Gag Order on Trump

05:27 Trump's Mental and Physical Health

10:35 Young Voters' Attitude Towards Biden and Trump

11:41 The Role of Polls in Politics

28:19 The Influence of Social Media on Politics

Let’s start with a simple question: How many services do you subscribe to? Not sure? You’re not alone! Many people experience difficulty keeping track of multiple subscriptions. As the number of available services grows, managing various accounts and remembering which shows or channels each one offers becomes increasingly overwhelming. 

Adam Kovacevich, the founder and CEO of the Chamber of Progress gives a center-left perspective on the future of social media, false information on platforms like Facebook/Meta, and the influence of artificial intelligence.

02:12 Is there a Progressive Future of Technology

03:13 Impact of Social Media on Elections

12:01 Concerns about AI and Creativity

18:44 Discussion on President Biden's Executive Order on AI

Donald Trump isn't just calling his opponents "vermin," his allies have crafted a detailed plan hundreds of pages long about how they plan a full authoritarian takeover if he ever regains power. The panel runs down the frightening scheme. Also, Biden-Axelrod fight! And can Biden turn around voter perceptions on the economy by the election?

Matt Robison joins Howard Monroe's radio program to explore Joe Biden's current position in the polls and whether it means he should drop out of the race. Matt argues that the answer is no, and because of the significance of the number 10. Also, are any of the judges in Trump's trials going to hold him accountable for breaking their courtroom rules, or even jail him?

00:17 Discussion on Joe Biden's Political State

02:04 Biden's Potential Replacement?

06:05 Why 10 is the Most Important Number in Politics

17:04 Will Trump Be Jailed for His Behavior in Court?