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Getting Hammered®

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Overcaffeinated and underprepared ™ A sharp, funny politics podcast for people who want the news without the freakout. Each week,  Getting Hammered ® takes a hammer to the headlines, breaking down politics, media spin, and cultural meltdowns with skepticism and fun. Overcaffeinated and underprepared ™, moderately right and moderately reliable, we never take ourselves too seriously. But keep you informed on serious topics with no panic and no partisan loyalty tests. Just laughs, well-earned side-eye, and occasional libations. 

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Libertarian and Lazy 12.10.2022

On today’s episode we discuss Mary Katharine's quiet suspension from CNN, her interview with activist Masih Alinejad, Pay Pal’s recent overstep, Ye’s controversial tweets, and candy corn. Time Stamps: 19:55 Bari Weiss & Iran 31:00 Pay Pal Police 38:16 Ye or Nay? 45:11 Candy Corn Questions? Comments? Contact us at Hammered@NebulousPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Disaster Heels 07.10.2022

Happy Friday! Today we discuss the latest out of Florida regarding Hurricane Ian, recent polling regarding the mental health crisis, Elon’s latest Twitter scandal, political violence that does not matter, and McDonald’s new adult happy meals. Time Stamps: 7:56 Hurricane Update 23:44 Mental Health Crisis 29:54 Elon Flip Flops 38:48 Politcal Violence that Doesn’t Matter 44:03 Adult Happy Meals Quest...

October Surprise 05.10.2022

Happy October! Today we are discussing all things Georgia with Hershel Walker and Stacey Abrams, A NYU professor is fired for being good at his job, we review recent poll updates, and a new comedy is flopping at the box office. Time Stamps: 8:36 Georgia On Our Mind 22:53 New York Education Beat 34:21 Poll News 42:20 Bros Movie Questions? Comments? Ideas? Contact us at Hammered@NebulousPodcasts.com...

Tennessee Orange 30.09.2022

On today’s show we are discussing the latest with Hurricane Ian, Biden’s recent gaffe, a love song that encourages SEC treason, and Lizzo’s library performance. Time Stamps: 11:22 Hurricane Ian Update 22:06 Biden Gaffe 30:31 Treason Song 36:46 Lizzo Performs Locally Questions? Comments? Ideas? Contact us at Hammered@Nebulouspodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

We Get Things Done 28.09.2022

On today’s episode we are discussing Italy’s new Prime Minister, Politifact, a NYT article on transgender surgeries, and the student loan bailout. Time Stamps: 15:15 Italy’s New PM 25:15 Politifact 27:42 NYT Surgery Study 38:49 Student loan bailout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Audible Saliva 23.09.2022

Happy Friday! Today we are discussing the electoral bill that passed the house, the recent unrest in Iran, a murder in North Dakota, a Wisconsin house for sale, and a gourmet chicken meal.  Time Stamps: 10:40 Electoral Bill 15:23 Unrest in Iran 23:12 Political Argument leads to Killing 33:46 Hot Real Estate 41:40 NyQuil Chicken Comments? Questions? Ideas? Send us an email at Hammered@NebulousPodca...

Monkee Business 21.09.2022

On Today’s episode, we are discussing President Biden’s recent 60-minutes interview, the latest from the migrants sent to Martha’s Vineyard, a FBI whistleblower case, and Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.  Time Stamps: 9:05 Biden’s interview blunders 25:27 Marthas vineyard Migrants 32:17 FBI Whistle Blower 39:45 The Queen is laid to rest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a No From Us 16.09.2022

On Today’s episode, we are chatting about the latest covid booster recommendations, President Biden’s inflation celebration, Vice President Kamala Harris’s ability to prioritize, and a unique nautical networking event.  Time Stamps: 16:36 Covid Juice 28:15 Party in the USA 38:02 KAMALA HARRIS Appreciation 43:04 Yachts for Kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And Another Thing 14.09.2022

On today’s show, we discuss the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Ukraine’s advancement in the war, and a college volleyball controversy. Time Stamps: 00:11 Introduction 16:03 The Queen has passed 29:44 Ukraine Update 34:30 Volleyball Heckling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Give Me My Petrol 09.09.2022

On today’s show we discuss Britain’s new Prime Minister, Karine Jean-Pierre’s recent hypocrisy, the California energy crisis, Ron DeSantis’s new ad, and a book review. Time Stamps: 00:11 Introduction 10:53 A New PM in town 22:10 Election Deniers 27:17 DeSantis Vs. Newsom 41:12 Bull Durham Book is a Home Run Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Season of Mary Katharine 07.09.2022

Today we are discussing Biden’s recent ominous speech in Philadelphia, learning loss as a result of pandemic school closures, Sylvester Stallone’s doghouse divorce, and the return of college football. Time Stamps: 0:11 Introduction 11:07 Biden’s Dark Speech 20:18 Learning Loss 41:55 Dog Divorce 48:09 College Football is Back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar-a-lago Souvenirs 02.09.2022

Happy Friday! Today we have a full agenda with updates from Alaska to Mar-a-Lago, Joe Biden talks fighter jets, John Fetterman rejects his first debate, and we discuss the passing of Mikhail Gorbachev. Time Stamps: 00:12 Introduction 13:23 Sarah Palin? 19:00 Civil War Check-List 28:46 Mar-a-Lago update 40:40 John Fetterman debate controversy 46:43 Mikhail Gorbachev update Learn more about your ad...

Inflation Spice Latte 31.08.2022

Today we are chatting about all things vaccination, from back-to-school mandates to Joe Rogan. Inflation hits the coffee shop with the price increase of the PSL, and one lucky man sells his baseball card for a record amount.  Time Stamps: 00:15 Introduction 16:54 Vax Crazy 39:09 Inflation hits the basic girls 44:05 Honus Wagner card breaks record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Elf Tossing 26.08.2022

On Today’s episode, we are discussing the Biden administration's student debt cancellation announcement, the latest update from Ukraine six months after the Russia invasion, the tossing of a particular elf, and McDonald’s new British menu item. Time Stamps: 00:12 Introduction 12:47 Student Loan Forgiveness 30:51 Ukraine Update 37:43 Mythical Creature of the NIAID 45:51 Chicken Big Mac Remix Learn...

Pumpkin Spice Booster 24.08.2022

Today we are discussing the Fauci effect, masking for monkeypox, the sanctuary cities begging for help, and one man’s genius ballpark invention.  Time Stamps: 00:13 Introduction 14:08 Fauci Retires 37:07 Sanctuary Cities 40:35 Hot Dog Straw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Their Failure, Your Wallet. 19.08.2022

On this episode, we discuss Liz Cheney’s concession speech, the US’s withdraw from Afghanistan, the CDC, and Decoldest football player. 10:45 Afganistan Anniversary 21:08 Liz Cheney loses election 31:05 CDC update 38:55 Decoldest football player and HVAC 42:37 Drug Dash 46:29 Fan Mail GoFundMe for “Mikey” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FBI’s Fishing Expedition 17.08.2022

Today we are chatting the Inflation Reduction Act, the Mar-a-Lago raid, Salman Rushdie, and University of Alabama Greek Life’s stance on gender identity. Time Stamps: 00:11 Introduction 12:21 Inflation Reduction Act 18:41 Solomon Rushdie Update 27:38 Mar-A-Lago raid 36:24 Gender Identity in Greek Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Too Many Phonies 12.08.2022

Happy Friday! We have a full agenda today with updates from Mar-a-Lago, midterms churning out phonies, and an update from our friend Anthony Fauci. Time Stamps 0:12 - Introduction 12:27 - FBI Raid on Mar-a-Lago 25:57 - Too Many Embarrassments in the Midterms 36:40 - Anthony Fauci makes history (but first a quick update on Rachel Maddow) 44:29 - Workout clothes get a second chance Learn more about...

Skepticism is Your Friend 10.08.2022

On today’s episode, we talk about the Mar-a-Lago raid, the transformation of the Inflation Reduction Act, and a brisket bandit in Texas. Time Stamps: 0:11 Introduction 13:57 Mar-a-Lago Raid 25:36 Glorious Legislation 40:21 Missing Meat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Get Through It 05.08.2022

On today’s episode, Mary Katharine sits down with Janice Dean to discuss how to survive tough times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Resilient Parenting 03.08.2022

On today's episode, Mary Katharine sits down with Irwin Sandler to talk about how to parent through a crisis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Snowflake Weepies 29.07.2022

On today’s episode we talk about Joe Manchin’s surprise, the new definition of a recession and ever changing mask mandates. Time Stamps: 00:12 Introduction 08:24 Recession? 16:42 The Joe Manchin Suprise 25:15 No Mask, No Problem 31:05 Sydney McLaughlin does it again Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Soft Launching a Recession 27.07.2022

Today we are talking about what defines a recession, the latest mask recommendations, and the sad loss of the Chaco Taco.  Time Stamps: 0:11 Introduction 14:27 Is this a recession? 22:47 Covid-2022 39:03 RIP Chaco Taco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One Velveeta Martini, please! 22.07.2022

We are pleased to have Matt Continetti join Vic on this episode as Mary Katherine is unfortunately still voiceless. From Biden’s health update(s) to Kamala’s ever-so-moving speech to Chris Cuomo looking for a career change— Vic and Matt are talking about it all. Time Stamps: 00:12 Introduction 7:48 President Biden health update 19:02 Fist Bumpin’ Biden 25:02 Kamala Harris on Abortion 31:56 Mask M...

A Very Hammered Special 20.07.2022

On this special episode of Getting Hammered, we take a trip down memory lane highlighting some of our favorite clips of the show thus far.  Time Stamps: 00:15 Introduction 00:55 One too many Bloody Marys for Michigan’s Democratic Attorney General 05:06 Democrats fall flat on “Latinx” language, via Politico 09:09 Spotify vs. Neil Young vs. Joe Rogan 13:28 California judge stalls regulations on pork...

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