This week we're at Half Acre Brewing, enjoying delicious beers on a beautiful summer day. We announce our upcoming pub crawl on September 6th starting at Hop Butcher. We dive into the military occupation of DC, Texas gerrymandering drama, and what would an episode be without a bribe in a potato chip bag? Be sure to stick around through the end to hear Steve's 14% stout take it's toll!

This week we're at Lake Effect Brewing, enjoying a watermelon saison while dodging raindrops under their patio umbrellas. We discuss the latest Epstein revelations, including Trump's creepy letter and Maxwell's prison interview. Plus, we explore how Trump's DOJ is dismantling government institutions, the Paramount/Skydance merger drama, and what Democrats can learn from wrestling.

This week we're sipping on delicious lagers at Dovetail Brewing after Steve's dental appointment. We dive into the big bullshit bill (officially HR1), discussing everything from ICE's bloated budget to Lisa Murkowski's whale hunting tax breaks. We explore Trump's tariff chaos, Supreme Court power grabs, and the Epstein files disappointment that has MAGA supporters burning their hats. At least we're not at war with Iran!

This week we're back at Alarmist Brewery, discussing the tense political climate. We dive into ICE raids in LA, troops on American streets, and the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. While sipping on Crispy Boy pilsner and 13.3% barrel-aged stout, we break down how the US bombing of Iran could spiral into something much worse. Tune in for our alarming analysis!

This week we're at Crust Tap Room in Albany Park, sipping on their Peachy Keen sour ale and other delights. We tackle the 'Disgusting Abomination Bill' cutting Medicaid by $600 billion, and how it turns out that there's a Hurricane season. Plus, Ukraine's impressive drone strike deep into Russia and why it's officially the Summer of the Corvid.

Note: sadly, we recorded before the big Trump/Musk breakup. It's still probably worth listening to though.

This week we're at Maplewood Brewery, having survived yesterday's dust storm. We dive into Pope Leo XIV's labor-focused agenda, Trump's sketchy new Qatari 747, and the administration's budget chaos. The DHS is running out of money in July while Republicans argue over how badly to cut Medicaid. Be sure to stick around to hear about the state fair lineup. Seems like we'll have an extra special butter cow this year!

We check out the rebranded Ravinia Brewing, now called Diversey House, a collaboration between Moore's Brewing and Steep Ravine. While enjoying their beers, we discuss Trump's first 100 days, cabinet chaos, and the ongoing Abrego Garcia case. Plus, we dive into the impacts of China tariffs and major retirements in Illinois politics.

This week we're at Spiteful Brewing discussing authoritarian moves by Trump and his allies, from rendition to El Salvador to attacks on universities. We dive into the courts pushing back, while enjoying some crisp IPAs and excellent Hefeweizen. The Pope even makes an appearance, delivering some divine shade to JD Vance.

This week we hit up Hop Butcher to discuss some wild politics over high ABV beers. We chat about travel stories from Hawaii and Australia, dissect the NSA's Signal chat debacle, and dive into Trump's revenge tour against universities and law firms. Good thing these beers are strong - it's been a heavy week!

This week we're at Revolution Brewing discussing Trump's mounting legal challenges and the rise of fascism. We sample their Repo Man rye stout while covering CPAC's Nazi salutes, governors standing up to Trump's threats, and whether the Pope's health crisis matters. Between sips of barrel-aged beers, we ponder resistance strategies and the importance of long-term vision in politics.