Politics and Brose

2026 is off with a bang, literally. Pete and Howell huddle to discuss the shocking raid in Venezuela and whether it was wise and/or legal. Happy New Year to all!

What are our listeners into? Why is Trump incapable of consolation? Will Susie Wiles remain his Chief of Staff? After a brutal news weekend in America (and Sydney), these are all questions we tackle in our last episode of 2025. Enjoy!

Feast on episode 103, where Pete and Howell regroup to share their political thankfuls, discuss the shocking resignation of Marjorie Taylor Greene, and the Trump admins recent agenda struggles and if it means he's a lame duck. Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Pete and Howell get together on election night to discuss the results of state elections as they are unfolding, and then pivot to shutdown purgatory talk, the freakout over Trump's East Wing demo, and concerns over drugboat strikes in the Carribbean and beyond.

Pete and Howell regroup to not discuss ALL OF THE things, but briefly discuss the state of the federal government shutdown, the feds in Chicago, and political prosecutions. Then they try and look ahead to what they see as some of the most important things to watch in the coming year(s). Happy Friday!

Peter and Howell regroup for their milestone 100th episode and talk about the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk murder and the lessons it shares with Politics & Brose. They also reflect on some favorite episodes from the past and as always, they share what they are into.

A late summer episode sees Pete and Howell talk the wisdom and consequences of the recent firing of the BLS Director, as well as the current partisan redistricting escalations. Stick around for what they're into!

Over the 4th week, Congress managed to get the One Big Beautiful Bill Act over the goal and Pete and Howell are here to discuss its provisions and what is says about the legislative process. Also briefly discuss the aftermath of the US attack on Iran and the admin finally admitting there's nothing to see regarding the Epstein files. Dive in!

After the events of the past weekend, Pete and Howell reconvene to discuss what appears to be a turning point in the Middle East, Israel's direct attack on Iran and its nuclear program. How did we get here and what happens next? Howell will share some personal insights from his time working in Israel on WMD issues and how the US might play into the unfolding drama.

Pete and Howell regroup after some platform technical difficulties to discuss the LA ICE protests, the wisdom (or folly) of using the National Guard as a tactic, and Trump's Big Beautiful Bill's Senate fate and possible deficit implications. Dive in!