This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett & Mallory Hagan sit down with Dr. Candice Duvieilh to discuss the Trump administration’s negative impact on education, Project 2025’s influence on sex ed, and why without education, nothing else works.

Dr. Candice Duvieilh is a proud North Alabamian, a devoted toddler mom, and the wife of a disabled veteran. She is a government accounting expert and former public school teacher. She has a BA in Public Policy, a Master’s in Public Administration, and a Doctorate in Education… and now she’s running to represent North Alabama in the 5th Congressional District.

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Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction and Initial Outrage

06:19 Epstein Update

12:19 Welcome Dr. Candice Duvieilh

14:36 The Role of Education in Society

17:35 Dismantling Public Education and School Choice

20:32 Impact of Rural Communities on Education

23:41 The Dangers of Limited Sex Education

26:27 Personal Motivations and Political Engagement

35:35 The Need for Holistic Sex Education

37:02 Teen Pregnancy and Societal Implications

38:29 Cultural Pressures and Reproductive Rights

40:52 The Reality of Sexuality and Pleasure

42:44 Women’s Autonomy and Societal Control

43:34 Running for Office: A Personal Journey

47:08 Flipping the District: A Political Strategy

51:33 Engaging with the Community and Future Plans

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Mallory and Maggie of Pretty Furious joined The Siren Network recently and thought, ‘Do people here really know who we are?!’

This week on the show, get to know the co-hosts through a series of funny and insightful questions about growing up, their greatest icks, and maybe even a game of FMK!

The duo also discusses the incredibly concerning reports of a group of MAGA activists pitching Trump on a plan to suspend the midterm elections by declaring a national emergency. The activists are working with the White House on the plan, a move they say would allow Trump to flat-out ban mail-in ballots and voting machines.

When asked about this recently, Trump said “who told you that?”

All this and more, right here on The Siren Network.

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On our very first paywalled episode, Mallory Hagan and I do a deep dive into what brought us together in the first place: Miss America.

Is the revered American tradition all it’s cracked up to be? Are the pageantry tropes and stereotypes true? What is the future of this long-standing American tradition? And, what about MAGA’s role? We discuss all of this and then som…

On a special edition minisode, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett sits down with Senator Tammy Baldwin for a post-State of the Union recap, discussing affordability, younger voters, and how everyday Americans can feel in control amidst chaos.

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On a special edition minisode ahead of tonight’s State of the Union address, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett sits down with Representative Sara Jacobs of California (CA-51) to discuss the inevitable lies and false promises that will be made by President Trump, the affordability crisis facing Americans, and women’s reproductive care.

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On this week’s episode of Pretty Furious, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan sit down with Suraj Patel to discuss the history of ICE, what people misunderstand about immigration, and his hopes for the America we all deserve. Suraj Patel is an attorney, business leader, and business ethics lecturer at NYU. He formerly served under the Obama Administration.

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Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction and Current Events

12:47 The History of Immigration Enforcement

18:39 The Evolution of Immigration Policy

26:31 Redefining American Patriotism and Immigration

29:54 Understanding the Divide on Immigration Views

35:27 Reforming Immigration: A Call for Change

42:47 Engaging Locally: Actions for Immigration Reform

48:26 The Economic Argument for Immigration Reform

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On this week’s episode of Pretty Furious, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan sit down with Elizabeth Dempsey Beggs, a progressive, grassroots candidate running for Congress in VA-01. They discuss Elizabeth’s experiences as a mother, veteran, and foster parent, navigating redistricting in Virginia, and how social media plays a pivotal role in modern politics and reaching voters.

You can learn more about Elizabeth and support her campaign here.

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Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions to Current Events

21:18 The State of Political Decency and Accountability

24:13 The Impact of Leadership on Society

26:31 Creating a Hopeful Future for the Next Generation

28:21 Fostering Change: Personal Experiences and Advocacy

30:10 Navigating the Challenges of Running for Office

32:16 The Complexities of Redistricting and Campaigning

39:23 Grassroots Campaigning and Community Engagement

40:42 Navigating Political Dynamics in a Red District

42:08 The Impact of Campaign Financing on Grassroots Candidates

44:33 The Importance of Accessibility and Communication in Politics

46:42 Challenging Ageism and Gender Bias in Politics

55:04 Building a Transparent and Engaged Political Presence

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This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan sit down with Shawn Harris, Democratic candidate for GA-14. They discuss decency among political leaders, Shawn’s military service, what this election means for veterans, and how Harris intends to fight for everyday people in northern Georgia.

You can learn more about Shawn’s campaign and support him here.

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Chapters List

00:00 Furious Headlines and Political Decency

03:09 Divided Nation: The State of American Politics

05:49 The Role of Farmers in Politics

08:48 Veterans and Military Leadership

12:07 ICE, DHS, and the Militarization of America

27:24 The Impact of Military Service on Politics

30:22 The Need for Term Limits in Congress

32:51 Fighting for Every District

33:10 Campaigning and Community Engagement

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The news of Don Lemon’s arrest is dominating headlines and few people know Don like Tara Setmayer. This week, Mallory Hagan and Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett sit down with Tara to talk Don’s arrest, and sound the alarm on Trump and the DOJ’s many First Amendment attacks.

Plus, as a former Republican, Tara speaks plainly about what this moment in history demands of us, the way we reach folks we think are “too far gone,” and how storytelling might be what saves us in 2026.

Tara Setmayer is the Co-founder and CEO of The Seneca Project a women-led movement to sway voters with impactful messaging and content. Subscribe to Tara’s Substack HERE.

All this and more, right here on The Siren Network.

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In this week’s episode, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett + Mallory Hagan sit down with Representative Katherine Clark to discuss the pressing issues facing the American people, including the impact of ICE raids, the challenges of healthcare access, and the importance of women's voices in politics. She emphasizes the need for government reform to better serve families and highlights the Democratic strategy for the 2026 midterms. They also touch on the personal motivations behind her political career and the significance of empowering women to engage in political action.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Current Headlines

05:23 Understanding the Role of a Whip in Congress

07:21 Impact of the Trump Administration’s Policies

11:43 Democratic Strategy for the 2026 Midterms

15:24 The Human Impact of Immigration Policies

20:22 Encouraging Women in Politics

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