American Fever Dream

On this episode of the Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a conversation about the nation’s top health experts testifying before the Senate Health Committee on how to safely re-open the nation’s economy. Next, they talk about Trump storming out of yesterday’s press conference after two female reporters challenged him with a simple question about coronavirus testing. Then they discuss three Sup...

On today’s Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts are back and inspired after watching the Michelle Obama documentary “Becoming” over the weekend, and share the moments that made them nostalgic for better times. Then, they run through alarming outbreaks in countries where coronavirus seems under control, including a South Korean cluster that started at a night club. They also cover a coronavirus outbreak...

On this Daily Coronacast, Alise is joined by friend and comedian Bryan Yang to share what it’s really like to spend weeks in the hospital with a severe case of COVID-19. They start with a conversation about how he might have gotten sick, when things took a turn for the worse, and what it took to get admitted to the hospital. He describes the day-to-day experience for people who have been hospitali...

Today on the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts begin the show with new details of the president’s refusal to wear a mask and the lack of proper mask protocol around the White House. Then they talk about Jared Kushner potentially being named the coronavirus vaccine czar and what that would mean for the recovery effort. Next, they explain why the country is in a state of rage and mourning over the mur...

On this episode of the Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a conversation about Trump disbanding his coronavirus task force just as the death total surpasses 70,000 people. Next, they talk about why federal and state governments are eager to move on from coronavirus as mounting evidence shows this disease is killing primarily people of color. They discuss the ways in which this disproportionate...

On today’s Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with updated COVID numbers and headline news that the White House’s model has changed its projections to reflect “premature relaxation of social distancing” in many states. This leads to a conversation about states like New York and California outlining possible plans for reopening in the not-too-distant future. Are we even ready to be talking about reo...

On today’s Sup Coronacast, our hosts welcome the week with some rage over how many people ignored social distancing protocols over the weekend. Why do viral images show large (and mostly white) groups of people congregating in parks without consequence while police violently enforce social distancing in communities of color? They also cover Mitch McConnell forcing the elderly Senate into session w...

On this Friday edition of the Sup podcast, our hosts take a break from all the COVID news to talk about the allegations of sexual assault leveled at presidential nominee Joe Biden. They share some background on the accusations and Biden's statement, in which he denies the allegations but urges a thorough review. They also discuss the fallout and numerous difficult questions posed by the allegation...

On this episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts tell us about their IG Live last night, viral TikTok videos, and making the front page of Reddit. Then they share the updated COVID death toll, and discuss the White House’s decision to allow federal social distancing guidelines to expire. Next, they talk about states that are already reopening establishments, including Governor Brian Kemp’s d...

On this Daily Coronacast, Sami is joined by Sarah Kendzior, writer, scholar, and co-host of the podcast Gaslit Nation, to talk about her new book Hiding in Plain Sight. They start with background on the network of people who have been supporting Donald Trump’s pursuit of the White House for decades, and discuss the failures of the Mueller investigation. They talk about the ways in which this admin...

On today’s Daily Coronacast, our hosts start by talking about experiencing a birthday and postponing a wedding during a pandemic. Then they discuss research into why America’s overall death rate increased dramatically in March and April, well beyond the increases from known COVID deaths. Next, they discuss New York’s controversial decision to cancel the presidential primary and what that could mea...

On this edition of the Daily Coronacast, our hosts discuss the first wave of states relaxing their social distancing guidelines, and talk about Andrew Cuomo’s outline for how New York state could start to re-open. Plus, our hosts tell us whether or not they’d go back into public right away and what they’d do first. Next, they discuss Trump’s latest excuse for why he told Americans they should cons...

On this episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, Sami is joined by writer and Daily Beast editor at large Molly Jong-Fast to talk about the handing of the pandemic in New York and across the country. They start with a reaction to Trump’s mind boggling inquiry into the injection of light and disinfectant to stop coronavirus. Did he really just imply that bleach is the answer to curing COVID-19? Next, t...

On this episode of the Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a conversation about cats getting coronavirus and the terror that instills in cat lovers everywhere. Then they discuss new evidence that, once again, suggests the virus was spreading in the U.S. even earlier than we originally thought. Next, they talk about a doctor who led the federal effort to develop a vaccine, but was reassigned aft...

On today’s Sup podcast, our hosts run through another grim milestone in COVID-19 deaths, update you on Trump’s vague promise of an “immigration” ban and share some studies that show Trump’s “miracle” cure actually shows no signs of promise. Then, they discuss what leadership means in this time of crisis. How has this pandemic exposed the weaknesses in how we view leadership and power? Is this what...

On this episode of the Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a conversation about cancelled events, including weddings that could be postponed for years, and how to figure out when to reschedule. Then they discuss the Georgia governor announcing that he plans to relax social distancing starting this Friday. Next, they talk about Trump’s tweet last night announcing that he would use an executive o...

On today’s Sup podcast, our hosts preview the next round of economic relief expected to pass the Senate this week and why Shake Shack returned its $10 million government loan. Then, we break down a weekend of tension between Trump and the nation’s governors, as the president urges residents to break their state’s laws while refusing to help them get testing supplies. And in honor of 4/20, we look...

On today’s Sup Coronacast, our hosts run through new death tolls out of China and how its government continues to be shady AF about the scope of the outbreak, what it knew, and when. Does it matter at this point? We also monitor congressional negotiations after the $350 billion fund for small business loans dried up, leaving many applicants high and dry while some exploited loopholes. Finally, we...

On today’s Daily Coronacast, our hosts run through the staggering unemployment numbers and growing alarms that the government’s economic response is just a band aid on a bullet wound. Then, they roast the thousands of conservative protesters who gathered in Michigan yesterday to protest the state’s stay at home order, putting millions of other residents at risk. In the Election Section, they consi...

On today’s episode, our hosts break down the latest way Trump is making the pandemic worse, not just in America, but for the whole entire world. Next, they explain why Trump’s vanity could be to blame if you haven’t received your stimulus check in the mail yet. They also look at some historical context for state vs. federal responsibilities during a national crisis and how the coronavirus response...

The Constitution is the terms and conditions we all live by. But how many of us have taken the time to digest its dense sentences and outdated language? On today’s episode, we spoke with Ben Sheehan, whose book “OMG, WTF Does The Constitution Actually Say?” takes a funny, accessible look at our nation’s founding document and how its 300-year-old rules apply to us today. Ben answers all your questi...

Today on the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts share the latest headlines, including Boris Johnson getting released from the hospital. Next, they talk about Dr. Fauci acknowledging that social distancing should have started earlier, and Trump retweeting a call to fire Fauci from his post. Next, they detail all the red flags Trump ignored while the coronavirus was spreading across the U.S. and tell u...

On this exclusive edition of the Sup Daily Coronacast, Amanda is joined by an actual New York City critical care nurse working on the frontlines with COVID-19 patients in the ICU. They discuss the massive influx of patients, what a typical shift is like, and whether or not there is enough PPE for our healthcare workers. She tells us how this crisis has affected her personal life, and shares firsth...

On this Thursday episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a recap of the Betches Instathon earlier this week. Then they share the biggest headlines of the day, including urban areas reporting high death rates but lower hospitalization rates, suggesting social distancing is working to minimize new cases. Next, they discuss new reports that show the coronavirus was circulating in Ne...

On a special episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, Amanda is joined by Amber McReynolds, CEO of the National Vote at Home Coalition. They start with a conversation about the ways in which this pandemic has exposed the weaknesses of our voting system, and discuss the dangerous decision in Wisconsin to go forward with an election this week. Amber explains the difference between mail-in ballots and ab...