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Overwhelmed by the political news cycle every week? We get it — that’s why we’re ‘keeping the fun but losing all the drama’ of politics! Party Politics podcast is hosted by Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina, two smart and sassy University of Houston political science professors, who deliver a friendly, funny, and casually informative recap of the week's biggest political news stories. Join the conversation on Twitter @HPMPolitics ; use #PartyPoliticsPod to ask Brandon and Jeronimo questions; or email us at Party Politics .

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Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 8: The Troubles Of Trump 19.05.2017 15:00

President Trump's recent woes defined and explained.

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 7: You’re Fired! 12.05.2017 16:43

President Trump invoked the "You're fired!" in now former FBI Director James Comey's direction. You won't believe what happens next! Or you probably will. But hosts Jay and Brandon talk it out anyway.

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 7: Special Guest, Congressman Gene Green 11.05.2017 12:13

Brandon and Jay interview Congressman Gene Green (D-Texas District 29th). Listen in to learn how Washington has changed over the years and whether he likes corn or flour tortillas. Party Politics is always asking the important questions! Tweet us questions using #PartyPoliticsPod or email us at partypoliticspod@houstonpublicmedia.org

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 6: “Sanctuary!” 05.05.2017 14:38

The 'Sanctuary Cities' bill passed the House. Is this the spark that will unleash the Hispanic voter bomb?

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 6: Foreign Policy Hokey Pokey 05.05.2017 16:22

What's behind Trump's bromance with Philippine strongman, Duterte, and with his thoughts on meeting with Kim Jong Un? Is this flexibility an asset or a hindrance?

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 5: 100 Days Of Trump 28.04.2017 16:02

100 Days of Trump: It's not a political story. It's a story about politics.

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 5: Losing Control 28.04.2017 15:23

Are Texas cities standing in the way of state control?

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 4: Abbott Reopens Door To Bathroom (Bill) 21.04.2017 14:54

What did Abbott have to say about the so-called "bathroom bill," and what does the business community have to say about House hearings on the bill?

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 4: Taxes And Asteroids 21.04.2017 16:05

"... in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” And asteroids. - Benjamin Franklin (mostly)

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 3: What The US Bombing In Syria Means 14.04.2017 14:38

The profs talk about the US bombing in Syria and what it means, and a whole lot more.

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 3: Texas Voter Redistricting 14.04.2017 12:50

Texas voter redistricting was tossed out. What's it mean for Texans and for 2018?

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep 2: Mid-Session Legislature Woes 06.04.2017 14:05

Budget debates, zombie bills, bathroom ordinances, and musings about the relevance of Texas democrats. You know - just the Texas Legislature at mid-session.

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 2: The Nuclear Option 06.04.2017 13:30

What exactly is the "nuclear option"? What's a filibuster? And how does Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch figure into all of this?

Party Politics, Texas Edition Ep. 1: Beto O’ Rourke Throwing Hat In The Ring 31.03.2017 11:46

On this inaugural episode of 'Party Politics' co-hosts Jay Aiyer and Brandon Rottinghaus bring you three hot topics in Texas political news this week: (1) Democrat Beto O' Rourke throwing his hat in the political ring against incumbent Ted Cruz (2) The House and Senate not able to agree on budgetary issues and (3) Governor Greg Abbott and his "United States of Municipalities." Then they drill down...

Party Politics, National Edition Ep. 1: Trump V. Congress 31.03.2017 10:23

Jay Aiyer and Brandon Rottinghaus bring you three hot topics in political news this week: (1) Repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) not working out, what are the repercussions? (2) Supreme Court nomination Neil Gorsuch, will he/won't he, make it and (3) President Trump is not throwing out the first pitch for the opening of baseball season. Then they drill down on the fight be...

New Podcast Gives You Politics To Bring To Your Party 29.03.2017 0:36

Feeling buried under this week’s political headlines? We’ve got you! Starting this Friday, Houston Public Media launches Party Politics — the podcast that keeps the fun and drops the drama from your weekly dose of political news. Hosted by Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina, two sharp and witty political science professors from the University of Houston, Party Politics offers a smart, entert...