Antispiral

This week on Antispiral, we’re keeping it short and sweet! I’m breaking down one of Trump's worst legal weeks in months. From major Supreme Court losses on birthright citizenship and mail-in ballots to the final rejection of his appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case, I’m diving deeper into the impact each one has had and why they are major losses for Trump. Plus, quick hits on the TikTok Communit...

This week on Antispiral, Trump had a rough one. We’re breaking down his growing list of losses. Court defeats, congressional pushback, failed endorsements, and the slow erosion of power. Plus, quick hits on the housing bill debacle and the negotiations with Iran that Trump continues to disrupt with his lack of self control. As always, I’m calling out the chaos, highlighting the wins, and keeping y...

This week on Antispiral, we’re breaking down the alleged White House mole and what they revealed about the Situation Room meeting where the Trump administration plotted their cover-up of the Epstein files. I dive into why this is about so much more than just a leak - it’s about how the moment exposed cracks in Trump’s control, his grip on his own movement, and the beginning of the decline of the p...

The Big Lie is back, but we’ve seen this film before. This week on Antispiral, we’re breaking down why Trump’s 2020 election challenges failed, why the same tactics won’t magically work this time, and why the people actually in charge of elections (not the president) are the ones who decide what happens, and STILL can’t do anything about it. Plus, quick hits on Trump’s Iran chaos, a shocking Talar...

This week on AntiSpiral, I break down why Trump's power has always depended on the perception of his power, and why we're starting to see that illusion crack. From Republicans rebuking his agenda and the House passing the War Powers Resolution to courts blocking some of his biggest moves, the systems designed to check presidential power are actually working, even if they don't always m...

This week on Antispiral, I break down the very real opportunity Texas has to elect a blue senator this November. I dive into the latest party data within the state, as well as the corruption of the scandal-infested and soon-to-be former Attorney Weenie Hut General of Texas, Ken Paxton. Plus, quick hits on the gerrymandering war, the rise of a growing group of "Rogue Republicans" willing...

This week on Antispiral, I break down the biggest political stories from the past week and why so much of the chaos surrounding Trump and Republicans actually points to growing panic ahead of midterms. We get into the latest updates in the gerrymandering war, the rise of lame duck Republicans going rogue, and the corrupt IRS settlement situation. As always, we’re calling out the chaos, highlightin...

This week on Antispiral, I break down why Republicans have somehow convinced millions of people that they’re better for the economy when the actual data says the complete opposite. We’re talking deficits, recessions, inflation, tariffs, stock market performance (all in a fun and entertaining way), and why “fiscal conservatism” is more branding than reality. Plus quick hits on South Carolina’s newe...

On this episode of Antispiral, I talk about the insane differences I’ve noticed since moving from Texas to California and why living in a blue state has completely changed my life. From abortion access and voting laws to taxes and quality of life, I break down why red states are falling behind, why Republicans are still screwed in the midterms, and why I’m so grateful to call California home. As a...

On this episode of Antispiral, I take a deep dive into the pro-Trump bot networks flooding social media. How they work, how they’ve evolved with AI, and why they’re not as effective as they used to be. I break down real reports on these campaigns, how they’ve actually backfired, and the role they’re playing in shaping and distorting political discourse online. I also walk through how to spot these...

In this episode of Antispiral, I break down why today’s headlines are actually having real consequences, from record-breaking low approval ratings to all of the fractures within Trump’s base. The chaos isn’t just noise, it’s costing support (especially the liquor cabinet). I also get into how all of this will impact the midterms. Bottom line: the headlines matter, and they’re already influencing w...

Everyone keeps asking what Trump is trying to do to the midterms, but almost no one is talking about why it’s not working. In this episode of Antispiral, I break down every major attempt to interfere with the elections, from executive orders to the SAVE Act to redistricting, and the legal, political, and logistical walls stopping them. If you’ve been spiraling, consider this your reminder: the sys...

In this Episode of Antispiral: The fallout from Pam Bondi’s firing and what it actually means, from the mishandling of the Epstein files to the political strategy behind her removal. This isn’t just about one person, it's about how power works, who takes the fall, and who doesn’t. As always, I'm calling out the chaos, highlighting the wins, and keeping you informed without sending you into...

What’s actually happening with DHS funding, TSA, and why Republicans are to blame. Cutting through the noise, calling out the hypocrisy, and keeping things grounded in reality. Here to help you avoid spiraling! This podcast does have a video version, you can watch it here . Read the full Substack article mentioned: His Power Comes from the Perception of His Power Check your voter registration (ser...