It's Christmas at Political Persuasions and there's joy in the air. Mike and Frates talk stock market blame, unsettled pessimism, a possible third party candidate, and the chance of a government shutdown. Oh, and yelling. Lots and lots of yelling.

#49: What Aboutism

Join talk show host Mike O'Meara and top Washington journalist and former CNN on-air investigative correspondent Chris Frates as they talk news, analyze politics, and have a little fun.

News & Politics

This week features an announcement: It's not goodbye, it's just so long. Plus, a whistle is blown, Trump speaks "wall", and the danger of the erosion of truth.

#74: Con Te Partirò

#74: Con The Patrio

This week, Mike and Frates talk about Bolton boltin'. Also, vaping is not wonderful and a debate of ten. Will Mike get his moment? We shall see.

#73: Not Good Sauce

This week, Mike and Frates break down the peculiarities of Parliament. Plus, our President takes a stab at arts and crafts and we ask, "Where is the counter culture"?

#72: SHARPIE-GATE

This week, Mike and Frates discuss some odd theories held by our president and his possible "strong man" fetish. Also, turning the G7 into the G8 and a very interesting take on the presidential polls.

#49: What Aboutism

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