Send us a text In this episode, Jen & Carolyn dive into the phenomenon of leaders who surround themselves not with the best and brightest, but with the most loyal and the most sycophantic. Yes-men. Lapdogs. Toadies. Whatever you call them, they have shaped history — and often brought down the very leaders who empowered them. Our jumping-off point is a recent column by Robert Reich, former U.S. Secretary of Labor, titled Why Trump Built a Staff of Incompetent Sycophants. Reich’s argument i...

Send us a text So there we were, at the Anne Rice Vampire Ball in New Orleans, surrounded by people in Victorian goth attire, fangs, and elaborate costumes...and thinking, "Yeah, we're definitely the weirdos." We fit right in! But you know what? That's exactly the energy we need for today's episode. Because Jen & Carolyn are talking about an organization that's been called everything from "trolls" to "heroes of religious freedom"—and they're doing it all while waving the banner of S...

Send us a text Today, Jen & Carolyn are diving into something that's going to make you rethink everything you thought you knew about political violence in America. We're going to connect three stories that on the surface seem completely unrelated: a Netflix series about a 13-year-old murderer, the assassination of a conservative activist, and a teenager who used ChatGPT to plan his own suicide. But here's the thing - they're not unrelated at all. They're all symptoms of the sa...

Send us a text What do Emperor Norton, Steve Silver, Wyatt Earp, and William Randolph Hearst have in common? They’re all buried in Colma, CA — the city of souls! 💀 Join Jen & Carolyn as we take you on a video journey through the resting places of San Francisco’s most iconic figures. Happy Halloween, y'all! 🎥✨ Watch now 👉 https://youtu.be/ebYqZM1fQLM?si=XM-tEIImb_mdtnqx

Send us a text On this week’s episode, Jen and Carolyn explore the Trump administration’s ongoing attacks on immigrants, both documented and undocumented. We'll examine not only the fear and disruption these enforcement efforts are causing in communities, but also the broader economic consequences of dramatically reducing immigrant labor. Office of Justice Programs Tax Payments by Undocumented Immigrants – ITEP ACLU Announces Major Settlement in Family Separation Lawsuit | American Civil Lib...

Send us a text Join Jen & Carolyn as we dive into the intriguing world of public figures who have recently veered toward conservative, MAGA politics. From Hollywood stars embracing Republican identity, to Gen Z influencers mobilizing youth conservatism, we'll unpack why these shifts matter and what they reveal about politics, fame, and identity. The TimesEW.com The TimesThe GuardianEW.com The Guardian FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthNew York Post New York Post Vanity Fair. Wikipedia Wikipedia...

Send us a text He was a financier, a socialite, a convicted sex offender. He had a private jet, a private island, and friends in the highest places — presidents (including our current one), princes, and billionaires. But behind the wealth and glamour, Jeffrey Epstein ran something darker. A system of abuse. A network of silence. And a web of power that shielded him for decades. Join Jen and Carolyn as they unpack the crimes of Jeffrey Epstein and examine the deep-rooted systems of privilege a...

Send us a text In this episode, Jen & Carolyn tackle a question that more and more Americans are asking as Donald Trump begins his second term: “What can I do to defend democracy?” It’s a ridiculously difficult moment, no doubt. But history—and real change—reminds us: the power doesn’t start at the top. It starts with us. Join us as we take you on what we hope will be a hopeful and illuminating journey of resistance and resilience. How Americans can defend our democracy against Trum...

Send us a text In this episode, Jen & Carolyn tackle one of the most persistent and damaging myths in modern medicine: that vaccines cause autism. Despite being thoroughly debunked by decades of research, this false claim continues to drive vaccine hesitancy across communities. This has only been made worse by RFK, one of the loudest voices in the world of vaccine skepticism, being appointed to oversee the Health and Human Services department. So today, we’re going to explore where this m...

Send us a text In this episode, Jen & Carolyn explore a force that’s shaped revolutions, shaken regimes, and spoken louder than speeches: art and media. From protest murals in Chile, to Kendrick Lamar’s Pulitzer-winning rap about Black America, to viral TikToks calling out injustice—art is activism. And media? It’s the megaphone. MoMA: Emory Douglas – Museum of Modern Art retrospective EmoryDouglas.com – Official website Black Panther: The Revolutionary Art of Emory Douglas (2007, Rizzoli...

Send us a text In honor of pride month, Jen & Carolyn are amplifying the achievements of transgender people — individuals who have broken barriers, shattered stereotypes, and made history in ways that inspire us all. Jen & Carolyn recognize that transgender people have always been part of the human story — and today, we’re lifting up some of their most notable contributions across activism, science, arts, politics, and sports. Trans Activists You Need to Know Trans Women in Sports: Fa...

Send us a text Today, we’re tackling a question that’s come up repeatedly since 2016: Which parts of the Constitution has Donald Trump violated—or is alleged to have violated? Now, let’s be clear: There’s no official, court-verified list of constitutional provisions Trump has been found guilty of violating. But over the years, a range of legal scholars, watchdog groups, and even Congress have raised serious concerns about whether his actions have conflicted with the Constitution’s letter—or i...

Send us a text In this episode, Jen and Carolyn are tackling one of the most urgent and controversial topics in American politics: Taxing the Rich. From record-breaking billionaire wealth to working families living paycheck to paycheck, America’s wealth gap has never been wider. But what can we actually do about it? And what does it mean to 'tax the rich' in policy terms—not just as a rallying cry, but as a real solution? Institute for Policy Studies (2023). “Billionaire Wealth Surges Amid Cr...

Send us a text Because Jen and Carolyn are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we decided to focus this episode exclusively on the “colorful” cornucopia that comprises the ladies of the MAGA movement. While some are loud and proud, willing to flagrantly vape and engage in sex acts in public, others, like Ginni Thomas, make moves more insidiously. While they all differ slightly, there’s one thing they’re united on-they want the US to be a pilar of Christian Nationalism. So, get read...

Send us a text Today, we’re diving into a conversation that feels more urgent than ever: censorship. Across the country — in classrooms, libraries, boardrooms, and online spaces — powerful forces are working overtime to erase the voices of women, LGBTQ folks, and Black, Indigenous, and people of color. Books are being banned. Websites are being scrubbed. Histories are being rewritten. And the dangerous truth is: when we lose these ystories, we lose part of ourselves. On this show, we believe ...

Send us a text WTF is a tariff and will the imposition of tariffs on foreign imports help or hinder the US economy? Join Jen and Carolyn as we attempt to break down complex economic policies into real-world impacts. Today, we’re diving into tariffs—what they are, how they've shaped U.S. history, and why Trump's aggressive tariff strategy could put the U.S. economy at risk of a recession. U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Impact of Tariffs on the Economy (2023)Moody’s Analytics – Economic Cost of Tru...

Send us a text The U.S. government has a documented history of conducting unethical experiments on people, often without their consent. These experiments, spanning from the 19th century through the late 20th century, were sometimes justified under the guise of medical research, national security, or public health. Join Jen and Carolyn as they take you on a disturbing historical journey highlighting the most egregious experiments conducted by our government-mostly on American citizens. Prepare...

Send us a text Can Jen & Carolyn pronounce "oligarchy?" Apparently not. But do we know that the US is being controlled by one? Hell yeah, we do! Oligarchy is a word that has been popping up a lot lately to describe the Trump administration and we think it fits! Simply put, an oligarchy is a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution.We think this shoe fits, so we’re going to break down the elements of an oligarchy as well as try to answer the question ...

Send us a text Who the hell is Elon Musk? No, he isn’t technically our president, but he may as well be. I think a lot of us, especially those of us who live in California are a bit confused about Elon’s descent into MAGA madness. Wasn’t he the guy who helped design the most popular electric car in an effort to save the environment from climate change? Or, was all of his rhetoric about saving the planet tied to his need to “save” humanity while amassing billions of dollars? Join Jen and Carol...

Send us a text Ever wonder why so many migrants from Central America, South America, and Mexico come to the U.S. in search of a better life? Hint: it’s not because America is the greatest country on earth. It has more to do with the lingering effects of American colonial interventionist policies and coups orchestrated and perpetrated by the CIA. Join Jen and Carolyn as they discuss the dirty deeds of the CIA and how the overthrowing of democratically elected governments results in long-term d...