Crayon Box Weekly

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, Carl and Avery delve into the current state of free speech in the U.S., discussing its importance as a core right enshrined in the Constitution. Recorded on April 14, 2025, the podcast critiques the policies of the Trump administration concerning free speech, specifically focusing on new legislation like HR 2634 (Free Speech on Campus Act), HR 2501 (F...

In this week’s episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, Carl and Avery break down the recent tariffs announced by President Trump on April 2nd, referred to as 'Liberation Day'. The discussion delves into the economic and global impact of these tariffs on various countries, including China, Vietnam, and the EU. The hosts critique the Trump administration's approach to economic policy, comparing it to...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, recorded on March 31, 2025, hosts Carl and Avery, discuss the critical issue of 'Signal Gate.' Stepping away from their usual format of analyzing congressional and presidential activities, they delve into the mishandling of classified information via the messaging app Signal by high-ranking officials. The discussion covers various past incidents invol...

This episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly covers the latest updates on state and federal legislation affecting healthcare and government funding. Hosts Carl and Avery discuss the passage of the continuing resolution bill to fund the federal government and a wide range of healthcare-related bills, both federally and at the state level. They analyze the Veteran's Choice Accountability Act, Healthca...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, recorded on Monday, March 10th, 2025, hosts Carl and Avery discuss the latest state and federal legislation related to marijuana. The discussion includes a detailed look at congressional bills such as the Veterans Cannabis Use for Safe Healing Act (H.R. 966 and H.R. 1384) addressing veterans' access to medical cannabis. They also cover state-specific...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, hosts Carl and Avery delve into the latest developments in voting rights and election legislation at both federal and state levels. They break down Congressional activities, executive actions by President Trump, and state-level bills in Alabama, Nebraska, and Washington. Carl and Avery discuss the implications of these legislative moves, their impact...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, hosts Carl and Avery dive into various state and federal legislations affecting housing policies. They start by exploring two significant bills passed in the House of Representatives: HR 965 and HR 224, aimed at providing rental assistance to disabled veterans and the complexities involved. The conversation extends to various state-level housing initi...

In this week's episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, Carl and Avery discuss the latest developments in state and federal legislation. The episode breaks down various topics ranging from the introduction of legislation in the House and Senate to a heated debate in the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. Key topics include the passage of HR.27 on fentanyl classification, contentious co...

Join Carl and Avery in this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly as they explore the critical issues shaping America's education system. Recorded on February 3rd, 2025, this episode dives into federal and state legislation affecting everything from diversity programs in federal employment to parental rights in schools. They analyze controversial bills, like Tennessee's Education Freedom Act and V...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, hosts Carl, a retired Marine turned political enthusiast, and Avery, dive deep into the chaotic week in politics following Martin Luther King Day and Presidential Inauguration Day. They cover the swift pace at which the House of Representatives introduced and passed numerous pieces of legislation, including the divisive Born Alive Abortion Survivors P...

The episode covers an extremely busy week in the House of Representatives, highlighting the introduction of 257 pieces of legislation, including 226 bills. Carl and Avery delve into the specifics of two controversial bills, H.R. 28 (Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025) and H.R. 30 (Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act). The discussions reveal the anti-trans and a...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, hosts Carl and Avery dive into the latest updates on state and federal legislation. The show kicks off with Carl and Avery introducing themselves and their mission to decode complicated political policies for listeners. They discuss recent developments in Congress, including the election of the new Speaker of the House and the passing of various bills...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, hosts Carl and Avery delve into the major political events and challenges of 2024, providing in-depth analysis and personal reflections. They discuss the implications of federal employee vacations, the impact of a debate performance by Joe Biden, the influence of Elon Musk and wealthy oligarchs on election outcomes, and the turbulent political landsca...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, Avery and special guest Vanessa engage in a comprehensive discussion about the transgender community. The episode delves into the personal journey of discovering one's transgender identity, the challenges faced by transgender individuals in the United States, and the potential implications under political changes such as a second Trump term. Avery sha...

In this week’s episode of  Crayon Box Politics Weekly , Carl and Avery kick things off with a lighthearted chat about their Thanksgiving experiences. They then dive into the headlines shaping the nation, starting with a deep dive into President Biden and Hunter Biden’s legal challenges and a spirited debate on presidential pardons. The conversation expands to the ongoing divisions within the GOP a...

In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, hosts Carl and Avery analyze significant stories shaping the political landscape. Topics include the U.S. ranking as the top AI ecosystem, mental health impacts from abortion bans, and the foreshadowing of political unrest. They also discuss the immigration policy challenges on the U.S. southern border, potential future deportation plans under a Trump...

In this episode of  Crayon Box Politics Weekly , Carl and Avery break down the past week’s biggest headlines and take a closer look at the stories shaping the political landscape. From the fast-moving nature of recent events to Donald Trump’s controversial picks for his anticipated second term, we cover it all. We’ll dive into the potential political and social impacts of appointees like Elise Ste...

In this episode, Carl and Avery discuss the implications of Donald Trump’s election on diverse aspects of American life. They delve into the reasons behind the recent Democratic Party loss, emphasizing the party’s struggle to connect effectively with average Americans and working-class communities. They also explore the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and highlight the importance of open...

In the 2024 election, the presidential race isn’t the only critical decision facing voters. Down-ballot issues like reproductive rights and election security are also in the spotlight. In this episode, we explore these crucial topics and delve into the potential impacts of a Trump or Harris presidency as Election Day approaches. if you’d like to support the show, you can do so by visiting  https:/...

A new format! This week, Carl is joined by co-host Avery to discuss Israel, FEMA, Election Integrity and why a second Trump term poses a very real threat to the dream that is American self governance. Interested in the podcast mentioned by Carl? Follow the link below: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-dictators/id1516194847 If you’d like to support the show, you can do so by visiting cray...

Rumors, mis-information and conspiracy theories have always been part of the fabric of our nation, but when false narratives are pushed by our political leadership, they can be harmful to the American people. That is exactly what is happening now following the destruction wrought by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Links to blog posts on Republican efforts to suppress the Democrat vote: https://www.c...