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“Piss and Vinegar (mostly Piss)” or ‘Steve-Bob Crankypants” Despite a DNC convention widely acclaimed as positive, polished and professional, Steve does his best impression of the angry not-so-young man, spewing a non-stop stream of invective and displaying why our humble little podcast so richly deserves the red “E” rating. Mostly, Steve is angry that regardless the Donald’s flaws and a successful convention, Dave and other moderate Republicans are still unwilling to accept Hillary as a viable alternative. The fellas discuss whether “shrill” is a code word for sexist and break down the convention including Barry’s oral mastery (we did that one for the hashtag) and the most famous Khan since William Shatner chewed scenery in the Genesis cave. Also, we frame the debate going forward on the philosophical question of whether America is going to prefer a candidate whose character they don’t trust, or a candidate whose judgment hey don’t trust.
“Piss and Vinegar (mostly Piss)” or ‘Steve-Bob Crankypants” Despite a DNC convention widely acclaimed as positive, polished and professional, Steve does his best impression of the angry not-so-young man, spewing a non-stop stream of invective and displaying why our humble little podcast so richly deserves the red “E” rating. Mostly, Steve is angry that regardless the Donald’s flaws and a successful convention, Dave and other moderate Republicans are still unwilling to accept Hillary as a viable alternative. The fellas discuss whether “shrill” is a code word for sexist and break down the convention including Barry’s oral mastery (we did that one for the hashtag) and the most famous Khan since William Shatner chewed scenery in the Genesis cave. Also, we frame the debate going forward on the philosophical question of whether America is going to prefer a candidate whose character they don’t trust, or a candidate whose judgment hey don’t trust.
Bedford and LaMisha shout out #PodsinColor & #Podernfamily, and talk about “What’s Going On?” with the #DNCinPHL; focusing on “Wishing you would boo Michelle Obama,” anticipating how they will miss the 1st Couple, Black Respectability, and #BlackWomenDidThat. They do some #RealTalk about recognizing and addressing #Microagressions. There’s also a bonus #BedfordRant on how it sucks that it is easier it is to play #PokemonGo in San Francisco than in Oakland. They close out the episode with a Self-Care Tip to help you take a moment to center yourself. Follow us on Twitter: @NamingItPodcast | @DrBFPalmer | @LaMishaHill. Music pr [...] --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/namingit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/namingit/support
The Two Sams come to terms with the General Election. Better the devil you know than the slightly more fascist devil you don’t. We discuss.And, despite support for the TPP waning in Congress and on the campaign trail, the Obama administration is still pushing for the sweeping trade deal. We’ll break down the US Trade Representative's latest appeals.And later cops are also using Pokemon Go to catch them all...criminals that is. Find out more on the latest honey trap by police to catch people with outstanding warrants.
The Two Sams come to terms with the General Election. Better the devil you know than the slightly more fascist devil you don’t. We discuss.And, despite support for the TPP waning in Congress and on the campaign trail, the Obama administration is still pushing for the sweeping trade deal. We’ll break down the US Trade Representative's latest appeals.And later cops are also using Pokemon Go to catch them all...criminals that is. Find out more on the latest honey trap by police to catch people with outstanding warrants.
This week on Curmudgeon's Corner, Sam and Ivan of course spend most of the show on the Democratic National Convention, with commentary on all the major speeches, and the inevitable comparisons to the RNC the week before. In addition to the DNC itself, they do cover this week's terrorist attacks in Europe, the DNC email hack, where polling stands today, and Trump's invitation to Russian hackers.
The Democrats wrapped up their convention in Philadelphia, and they ended things by making a naked appeal to the center. We discuss the wretched cast of characters that the DNC featured for this play.Also, Sam Knight chats with journalist Abby Martin, who was in Philly and arrested trying to cover a protest. And later, we give a shout out to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for cracking down on debt collectors. And since it’s Friday, we throw someone in the dang garbage can--a special DNC tweets-themed edition.
Chairman Langworthy recaps the RNC and breaks down the DNC. Also, what's with the rumors of him running for state chair?
The Democrats wrapped up their convention in Philadelphia, and they ended things by making a naked appeal to the center. We discuss the wretched cast of characters that the DNC featured for this play.Also, Sam Knight chats with journalist Abby Martin, who was in Philly and arrested trying to cover a protest. And later, we give a shout out to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for cracking down on debt collectors. And since it’s Friday, we throw someone in the dang garbage can--a special DNC tweets-themed edition.
While the #DNCleak is still being investigated, Trump gave the pundits a gift on a silver platter, when he asked Russia to hack Hillary Clinton. We sift through the mess.And picking up on our coverage of the DNC in Philadelphia, we hear from journalist Emmett Rensin about just how divided the convention hall is, and demonstrations from Bernie Sanders supporters outside. Also later, a federal court rules that it’s cool with the FBI placing bugs outside courthouses, but could that implicate attorney-client privileges in the US. Also, Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe said something stupid, and the Clinton campaign is trying to put out the flames.
The #DNCleak continues to raise questions about improper behavior at the DNC. The latest focus is on how DNC staffers stonewalled reporters who were trying to uncover if the committee and the Clinton campaign were flouting campaign finance laws.Also, the Democratic Convention in Philly has been described as a logistical nightmare. We talk to Felix Biederman from Chapo Trap House about what it’s like on the ground in the city of Brotherly Love. He also discusses the “birth” of his child, Carl Diggler--”Love that boy.”Then, the Two Sams discuss how Brexit has impacted President Obama’s trade agenda, and an impending fine for Goldman Sachs. Plus, the EPA finally decides that airplane emissions count, too.
For the third DNC in a row, our MOMocrats bloggers will be on the scene iin Philadelphia at #DNCinPHL #DNC2016 to tell us what they're seeing and hearing. We'll be talking to Anoosh Jorjorian, Christina Gleason, Michael Flanagan, and Jennifer Miller-Smith, with possibly a guest appearance from our usual host, Donna Schwartz Mills from post-#Brexit UK! Join us as we hear from them in a live podcast! See bios of our bloggers here!
While the #DNCleak is still being investigated, Trump gave the pundits a gift on a silver platter, when he asked Russia to hack Hillary Clinton. We sift through the mess.And picking up on our coverage of the DNC in Philadelphia, we hear from journalist Emmett Rensin about just how divided the convention hall is, and demonstrations from Bernie Sanders supporters outside. Also later, a federal court rules that it’s cool with the FBI placing bugs outside courthouses, but could that implicate attorney-client privileges in the US. Also, Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe said something stupid, and the Clinton campaign is trying to put out the flames.
DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz is run out of the Democratic Convention in Philadelphia following more revelations from the Wikileaks email dump. Meanwhile, Clinton supporters want to focus less on the emails, and more on potential foreign influence in US elections.And, The DCist’s Rachel Kurzius is back to talk talk about Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.), who was chosen to be Hillary Clinton’s running mate. His spotty record on reproductive rights could leave some women worried. And finally, the Two Sams take a wider look at Wikileaks. The organization isn’t without fault, by any means, but the US government’s rough treatment of Wikileaks is awful. And it colors the reaction to DNCLeaks.
The #DNCleak continues to raise questions about improper behavior at the DNC. The latest focus is on how DNC staffers stonewalled reporters who were trying to uncover if the committee and the Clinton campaign were flouting campaign finance laws.Also, the Democratic Convention in Philly has been described as a logistical nightmare. We talk to Felix Biederman from Chapo Trap House about what it’s like on the ground in the city of Brotherly Love. He also discusses the “birth” of his child, Carl Diggler--”Love that boy.”Then, the Two Sams discuss how Brexit has impacted President Obama’s trade agenda, and an impending fine for Goldman Sachs. Plus, the EPA finally decides that airplane emissions count, too.
Today's show is all about the happenings in Philly with the Democratic National Convention... Stephen Perkins and Kaytee Moyer guest. Enjoy!
DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz is run out of the Democratic Convention in Philadelphia following more revelations from the Wikileaks email dump. Meanwhile, Clinton supporters want to focus less on the emails, and more on potential foreign influence in US elections.And, The DCist’s Rachel Kurzius is back to talk talk about Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.), who was chosen to be Hillary Clinton’s running mate. His spotty record on reproductive rights could leave some women worried. And finally, the Two Sams take a wider look at Wikileaks. The organization isn’t without fault, by any means, but the US government’s rough treatment of Wikileaks is awful. And it colors the reaction to DNCLeaks.