Ballot with Patrick Gutfield - Where Politics Meets Pop Culture

In his latest interview, Biden says he'd consider dropping out if a doctor told him he had a medical condition. I guess he's waiting for Dr. Fauci to give him a note excusing him from the presidency?  Lay groundwork much?  Is there a doctor in the house? But wait, there's more! This is just the latest in Biden's ever-evolving list of reasons to potentially bow out. First, it was if the "Lord almig...

On Day 2 of teh Republican National Convention, a bulldog stole the show.   Nikki Haley got boed. Chris Christie wrote an op-ed Joe Biden explains what black jobs are. Joe Scarborough is mad. The pool at the motel is green. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts ap...

We're live from the Republican National Convemtion where an emotional Donald Trump, sporting a large bandage, seemed to fall asleep at his own party. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins nee...

The Republicans have chosen their VP Candidate and he's JD Vance, a Senator from Ohio.  We're live from the convention floor with the latest. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Sub...

Join us from the convention center for a snark-filled dive into the latest political drama, including Melania Trump's poetic remarks on America's "tattered fabric," J.D. Vance's rapid transformation from Trump critic to VP hopeful, and the Pod Save America bros clashing with Team Biden. We also cover the Daily Show's decision to skip Milwaukee, a bizarre lineup of convention speakers, and the ever...

We're on our way to Milwaukee for the convention, but pulled over to report on the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Celebrities from the Situation to 50 Cent weigh in, and we feel bad for Anderson Cooper. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotif...

Man, it's a good thiing that Joe is out of it, because if he knew he'd lost the guys from Pod Save America he'd be pretty upset   Today, we finally get around to telling you which candidate supposely ate a dog.  Take a guess. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts...

Seems Joe's press conference went OK (check out our bonus episode last night for a recqp) So let's answer some questions.  What is Prokect 2025?  And is Obama on cahoots with George Clooney? Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players,...

Joe Biden was steady enough I guess in a press conference on Thursday night, but there was some weird shouting, some wierder low talking, and he seems to think that woman who stands next to him is Vice President Trimp. This is a bonus epsiode. We will be back mid-morning on Friday. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free...

Another crazy one: Trump challenges Biden to golf, Joe's losing all of Hollywood starting with George Clooney, and I'm having flashbacks about my ex-girlfriend and with all that there's still not time to tell you which candidate allegedly ate a dog! Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner...

Kamala Harris actually defeat Donald Trump?? Is this where we're heading?? Are we actually talking about HILARY again?  Oh My! Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for...

In this scorching episode of Ballot, we dive into the political inferno of Washington, DC, where President Biden is sweating out critics and defending his reelection bid amidst rising concerns about his mental fitness. We'll roast the week’s top moments, from Biden's heated letter to Democrats, his fiery MSNBC interview, to Trump’s surprising silence on the sidelines. Senior strategist David Axelr...

Trump's VP could be the next next President, so let's get to know Doug Burgum in case he gets the call. Get all our shows ad-free.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! We now have Merch!  ...

A Gen X governor from a swing state to be the first woman preisdent? That's not the worst idea. Get all our shows ad-free.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! Come for the sass, stay for...

We break down President Joe Biden's recent interview with George Stephanopoulos where he blames his poor debate performance on a "bad episode" and insists he’s fit for another term. As Biden faces mounting pressure from his party to step down, we explore his defense, the reactions from Democratic lawmakers, and what this means for his reelection campaign. Tune in to hear the latest on Biden's figh...

Joe decides he won't schedule any events after 8pm.  That sucks for him beause his big TV interview airs at 8pm tonight! Meanwhile, Trump said mean things about Kamala Harris in a leaked video. Get all our shows ad-free.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20...

Joe Biden told staffers he is not ulling out.  That said, the sharks a circlin lke it's July 4th in Amity. Get all our shows ad-free.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! We now have Merch...

Joe Biden, who doesn't have dementia accordng to the White House, will give a TV interview to air over the weekend. Trump's sentencing was delayed until September. Get all our shows ad-free.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99...

Joe Biden, who doesn't have dementia accordng to the White House, will give a TV interview to air over the weekend. Trump's sentencing was delayed until September. Get all our shows ad-free.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99...

In a dazzling display of judicial acrobatics, the Supreme Court has granted former presidents a golden shield, ensuring they can wield their official powers with impunity. Yes, folks, it's true: if you ever find yourself in the Oval Office, go ahead and do whatever you want—future prosecutors will need to play an epic game of legal Twister to hold you accountable. Get all our shows ad-free.  For A...

The Biden family met on Sunday, ostensibly to take a family photo. Democrati ladeers are said to be in a panic! Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exclusive shows...

A look at some possible candidates if Joe Biden decides not to run. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus conte...

Donors aren't happy.  Joe says he doesn't debate as well as he used to. I had to work on the weekend because of all this.   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exc...

A omplete disaster for Biden has the Democrats wondering what to do next.  Trump wasn't great but all he really needed to do was stand there.  Yikes. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins nee...

It's Biden vs. Trump! A look at tonight's debate and what each side needs to accomplish.  Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue...