In this episode, we cover the full spectrum of existential dread, from laughing about how no one warns you that aging might mean peeing your pants, to screaming about billionaires buying the world like it's a yard sale, to reminding everyone that yes, the government is still casually disappearing people like it's totally normal.

It's late stage capitalism meets late stage bladder control. Nothing is safe. No one is dry.

Welcome to America. Bring a change of clothes.

This week on Pausing Democracy, we tackle the absolute absurdity of immigration raids targeting green card holders and permanent residents-holders and permanent residents-because apparently "legal" isn't legal enough in the land of freedom fries. We also dive beak-first into the cold, hard truth about the new tariffs on penguins (yes penguins), and wonder aloud if this is all just a Mad Libs presidency at this point!

In this episode of Pausing Democracy, we navigate the chaos of menopause and politics with our usual mix of exasperation and laughter. Jen recounts her estrogen patch mishaps and we are reminded of Prohibition when Trump slaps tariffs on our beloved European wine.  Can't wait to see America's attempt at making "champagne". Meanwhile, we wonder if a handmaid's tale colony on Mars would be better than on Earth and we try to make sense of the White House's latest spectacle- a car show. Oh, and RFK Jr. was interviewed at Steak n' Shake. We have some thoughts. Tune in for the usual absurdity, rage, and reluctant hope!

In this episode of Pausing Democracy, we dive into the chaos of hormonal brain fog- Jessica lost her keys and forgot that she had another car, and menopause is to blame. Meanwhile, Katie breaks down the unfortunate relationship between body odor and hormonal imbalances, while Missy wonders if we all secretly miss the Weekend at Bernie's energy of Joe Biden.  We go back to the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act and how bad economic policy helped tank the economy and sent us into the Great Depression- spoiler: tariffs are not a tax break.  We also unpack the absurdity of Republican make up vs. Woke make up and the latest corruption spree as government agencies conveniently start shredding documents. Democracy might be crumbling, but at least we're going through it together! Tune in!

In this episode, we delve into a series of unexpected events.  Jess shares a humorous yet cautionary tale about losing her balance and taking a tumble. Jen opens up about forgetting an appointment.  Getting old is no joke. We muse about Trump having to get a new desk after Elon's 4 year old picks his nose and wipes a booger on it.  We also express our own personal dismay at the way Trump and Vance bullied Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. There's not a lot to laugh about but we do our very best.

Missy has her first hot flash. Jessica's insomnia is now endangering her pets.  Katie is now a chicken farmer...because, you know, the price of eggs! And Jen is indoctrinating the children.  

Buckle up, because Jessica, Missy, Katie and Jen- friends from childhood, are here to laugh and rant about the absurdities of perimenopause while surviving the current political climate.  Think of this trailer/mini episode as a quick meet and greet!  We are tackling our most annoying perimenopause symptoms, menopause meltdowns and with plenty of detours about how crazy the news is lately!

Expect brutal honesty, questionable wisdom, and at least one story we'll probably regret sharing.  Grab a glass of wine, hit play and join the chaos!

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