Ballot with Patrick Gutfield - Where Politics Meets Pop Culture

As we head for closing arguments, a less snarky than usual episode as we look at what happens if Trump is found guilty. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love. For Apple users, hit the banner on your app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.supportingcast.fm . Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' 'Daily...

The Libertarians booed Trump, and RFK supporters handed out rubber chickens. Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get 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...

Barrett Blade reveals that Stormy Daniels might leave the U.S. if Trump is acquitted in his hush money trial. With the legal saga taking its toll, Daniels faces relentless harassment from Trump supporters. Blade's comments highlight the polarized state of American politics, as Daniels contemplates a drastic move to escape the vitriol. Discover the full story behind the desperate decisions and Blad...

Joe Biden's numbers are in the tank, but soon he will have cheaper gasoline to put in yours!  See what we did there? Trump doesn't like this Apprentice movie. Trump embraces bitcoin. Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple use...

The Trump campaign did something with the bad guys from World War II movies. And Marjorie Taylor Greene floated an oddball consporacy. Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. F...

Uncle Joe forgets when he was VP RFK's address seems fishy and Donald isn't going to like this new movie.  Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get 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,...

In this episode of Ballot, we dive into Donald Trump's latest demand for Joe Biden to take a drug test ahead of their agreed-upon presidential debates. Trump claims Biden was "high as a kite" during his State of the Union address, adding fuel to the fire of an already contentious election season. We'll also discuss Trump's acceptance of a Fox News invitation for his future running mate to debate K...

We dissect Senator Mitt Romney's latest comments on the Trump legal saga. Romney's surprising suggestion that Biden should have preemptively pardoned Trump and pressured New York prosecutors to drop the hush money case sparks a lively discussion. We analyze Romney’s contradictory stance on respecting democratic norms while endorsing political strong-arming, and what it reveals about today's polari...

Yay, we're getting two debates!  There are a bunch of rules, and one of the rules is no Robert F, Kennedy Jr. Also the rules want things to be civilized.  No talking after your mic is turned off.  Good luck with that! Get all these episodes plus hundreds more commercial free here!  See the full list of shows and sign up for our newsletter for more great news from Caloroga Shark Media. Come for the...

t was billed as the trial that could finally see a former U.S. president incarcerated. But in true Trump fashion, the hush money proceedings in Manhattan have turned into a carnival of loyal Republican sycophants and potential VP candidates treating the courtroom like a backstage meet-and-greet. We'll break down the parade of MAGA luminaries who showed up for cameo appearances, from Senators like...

Trump praised Haiibal Lecter, you know, the guy that ATE PEOPLE He's also facing teh wrath of Springsteen fans. We take a look at the   new polls showing Donald Trump leading Joe Biden in several crucial battleground states like Pennsylvania, Arizona and Michigan. Despite Biden's campaign dismissing it as an outlier, the data reveals some troubling trends like increased Trump support among young a...

No not like that! Biden has Julia Roberts and Barack Obama doing fundraisers. Students walked out on Jerry Seinfeld Trump hit Wildwood Beach! Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts...

In today's episode, we dive headfirst into the bizarre world of brain worms and political parodies, because why not? First up, the jaw-dropping revelation that RFK Jr. claims to have once battled brain worms, sparking a whirlwind of speculation and eyebrow-raising. We explore the surreal saga of how a literal parasite allegedly invaded his gray matter, leaving us all wondering about the sanity of...

In the latest episode of "Ballot," the courtroom drama unfolds as Stormy Daniels takes the stand once again, sending shockwaves through the political arena with her saucy testimony. Meanwhile, Trump's legal team tries unsuccessfully to discredit her, leading to some hilariously shady remarks from late-night hosts. As Stormy throws down the gauntlet, questioning Trump's courage to take the stand hi...

On today's episode, we'll dive into Donald Trump's latest comments casting doubt on the integrity of the 2024 presidential election. In a recent interview, the former president refused to unconditionally accept the potential results, setting the stage for more "rigged election" claims. We'll also break down Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s desperate "No Spoiler Pledge" proposal, where he audaciously called...

So there's our gal Stormy on the stand, not holding a single salacious detail back about her alleged romp with the future president. She's out here claiming Trump greeted her in his luxury hotel suite wearing satin pajamas like some kind of Hugh Hefner wannabe. Can't you just picture it? Arrogant mogul Donald, slinking around in fancy sleepwear, probably sipping on a glass of the finest Ovaltine?...

On this episode, we'll dive into the latest zingers about President Biden and Donald Trump's advanced ages from comedian Jon Stewart. The former Daily Show host didn't hold back on calling the two elderly statesmen too dang old for the Oval Office. We'll also recap Trump's bizarre donor retreat in Florida, where he lobbed unhinged attacks at Biden while shamelessly trotting out potential VP picks...

On today's episode, we're diving into the late night monologue material provided by the always outrageous Governor Kristi Noem. The comedians couldn't resist poking fun at her proud tales of shooting her dog Cricket and menacing President Biden's German shepherd Commander. We'll also break down the bizarre scene at Donald Trump's Florida donor retreat, where he trotted out potential VP picks like...

Well, Trump has a hilairous nickname.  Nothing funner than this one. The Don also dropped off some pizzas to a firehouse. Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or...

We explore the latest CNN poll showing Donald Trump's steady lead over President Joe Biden, despite the former president's ongoing legal challenges. We also delve into the world of Allan Lichtman, the professor who has correctly predicted the outcome of nine out of the last 10 presidential elections using his famous 13 keys to the White House. Plus, we can't help but chuckle at Nick Offerman's hil...

We navigate the twisted and hilarious world of American politics. We begin with Joe Biden's new role as Donald Trump's chief troll, then move on to Trump's secret plan to take control of the Federal Reserve if he wins the 2024 election. We also explore Trump's whiplash-inducing change of heart regarding RFK Jr., who has gone from MAGA darling to "Democrat Plant" in record time. J Come for the sass...

We dive into the latest political scandals and comedic gold mines. We start with the late-night hosts' roasting of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's puppy-killing confessions, then move on to the ongoing drama of Donald Trump's hush money trial and the Miami Grand Prix's swift shutdown of a planned Trump fundraiser. Plus, we can't help but chuckle at the conservative media's bizarre fixation on...

We delve into the controversy surrounding South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's puppy-killing anecdote from her upcoming memoir and how it might impact her chances of becoming Trump's running mate. Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get our shows on any player you love, hassle free!...

We cover the highs and lows of the White House Correspondents Dinner, where Colin Jost and President Biden traded barbs and poked fun at Trump's legal woes and business ventures. We also dive into the strange tale of Governor Kristi Noem's dog-shooting past, which has sparked a social media trend among Democratic governors and earned her the ire of the "Dogmocratic Party." Plus, we'll discuss Trum...

Eevryone else's hedline is that Biden says he's willing to debate Trump.  Yeah, we knew that. But Biden recieving salacious photos?  Late Night will have a field day.  Except they don't work Fridays. Come for the sass, stay for the sanity—and blame the A.I. for the jokes that don’t land. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get our shows on any player you love, hassle fr...