Getting Hammered - Questions of Complicity

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In this episode, we break down Biden’s cancer diagnosis and the backlash over its timing. Plus, a new election report spells big trouble for Democrats — and we make an important announcement about the future of the program. Don't miss this one.

Time stamps:

13:40 - Biden's cancer diagnosis

48:01 - Why Harris lost

55:52 - Announcement

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Getting Hammered - Equally Italian

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On this episode: Trump’s judicial picks and his meeting with Mark Carney, the U.S. / UK trade deal. Plus: tensions between India and Pakistan, Biden's on tour, more protests at Columbia, and what’s happening at the Conclave? Watch this one 'til the end!

Time stamps:

8:51 - Trump's judicial picks

12:39 - UK trade deal

18:51 - Trump and Carney

28:37 - India and Pakistan

33:46 - The Conclave

43:44 - Biden Tour

54:45 - Columbia

1:00:15 - We have a pope!

Getting Hammered - All the President’s Pencils

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In this episode, we cover a flurry of headlines—from the latest economic numbers and the President’s plan to slap tariffs on movies, to the Pulitzer Prizes and Dave Portnoy. Plus, Mike Waltz has a new gig, and Tim Walz thinks the most qualified person to run for president is... who? Also: The New Yorker takes us inside the living rooms of notable New Yorkers. Don’t miss this loaded episode!

Time stamps:

10:29 - Economy

36:28 - Pulitzer Prizes

43:50 - Mike Waltz/Tim Walz

52:28 - Dave Portnoy

55:34 - The New Yorker

Getting Hammered - Here Those Elephants Were

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Today, we discuss the departure of Mike Waltz, new details surrounding a potential Ukraine deal, the internal struggle within the Democratic party, the economy, Canada, and the devastating report coming out of Harvard. This episode is jam-packed!

Time stamps:

10:59 - Mike Waltz

15:29 - Ukraine

17:30 - Hogg + Dems

46:33 - Economy + Tariffs

57:08 - Canada

59:56 - Harvard report

Getting Hammered - The Southern Surge: The Untold Hopeful Story on Literacy, with Karen Vaites

Karen Vaites, a curriculum expert and open-schools advocate from Covid days highlights the bright spots in the NAEP national report card in literacy in perhaps surprising places— Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama. We talk how they did it, with LA and MS going from absolute bottom of the pack to 1 and 2 in results for underprivileged kids. It’s inspiring! Why isn’t it being covered more by national media? Listen and pass it on!


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School Yourself on Substack