The Muck Podcast

Tina and Hillary cover Joel-Lehi Organista and Phyllis Schlafly. Tina’s Story Joel-Lehi Organista was a rising star in the world of local politics after winning a school board seat. BUT when allegations arise involving minors, he falls from grace. Hillary’s Story Phyllis Schlafly made a name for herself in Republican politics. BUT it’s her attack of the Equal Rights Amendment that has had lasting...

Hillary and Tina cover the Cherry Sisters and GOP fundraiser Greg Peterson. Hillary’s Story The Cherry Sisters were known as the worst act in vaudeville. BUT when they take a newspaper to court, their case sets precedent for freedom of the press. Tina’s Story Gregory Nathan Peterson made a name for himself as a prominent Utah GOP fundraiser. BUT when he’s accused of sexual assault he takes matters...

Tina and Hillary cover former mayor Dale Massad and Virginia Lamp "Ginni" Thomas Tina’s Story Jimmy Dimora served for decades as a County Commissioner and Chairman of the Democratic Party in Ohio. BUT when his pay for play schemes are revealed he is sentenced to federal prison in one of the largest corruption cases in Ohio history. Hillary’s Story SCOTUS judge Clarence Thomas’s wife, Virginia,aka,...

We hope you enjoy this rerelease of one of our favorite episode: Episode 31. Originally released on June 29, 2020, you will hear us discuss one of our favorite elected officials ever, Buddy Cianci. He was quite a character and reminded us of Tina's favorite show, The Sopranos. Hillary and Tina cover the illegal occupation of Hawaii and former Providence, Rhode Island Mayor Vincent “Buddy” Cianci....

Hillary and Tina cover the great molasses flood and former commissioner Jimmy Dimora. Hillary’s Story The Purity Distilling Company facility stored a considerable amount of molasses at the North End of Boston in 1919. BUT faulty storage vats lead to one of the greatest disasters in Boston history. Tina’s Story Jimmy Dimora served for decades as a County Commissioner and Chairman of the Democratic...

Hillary and Tina interview Lauren Book, Florida Senate Minority Leader. Elected in 2016, Lauren Book is a rising star among Florida Democrats. After being unanimously selected Senate Democratic Leader, Lauren has led Democrats in the fight against the growing far- right in Tallahassee. Leader Book has dedicated her career to fighting childhood sexual abuse both in and out of the Legislature. As Ch...

Tina and Hillary cover Senator James Turner and Alice Roosevelt Longworth. Tina’s Story James Turner began his political career as a county commissioner before moving into a New Jersey house and then senate member in 1972. BUT, when he sets out to destroy a political rival, he destroys his career instead. Hillary’s Story President Teddy Roosevelt had a reputation for being a cowboy and a man of ac...

Hillary and Tina cover Boulder County Clerk Clela Rorex and the Army of God. Hillary’s Story Clela Rorex served as the first female Boulder County Clerk beginning in 1975, BUT she made history as being the first clerk to ever issue a same sex marriage license in the US. Tina’s Story The Army of God is an underground American anti-abortion group BUT after claiming involvement in several anti-aborti...

Hillary and Tina interview Jennifer Driver, senior director of reproductive rights at the State Innovation Exchange. Jennifer Driver is an award-winning reproductive health, rights, and justice policy and advocacy leader with nearly 15 years in the field. Her work centers on addressing systems that add burdens or barriers to accessing full reproductive health information and services— paying parti...

Tina and Hillary discuss the overturn of Roe vs. Wade and life in a post Roe America. Sources: National Network of Abortion Funds Photos: SCOTUS judges who overturned Roe --screenshot via EWTN States where abortion access would be banned --via The New York Times States where abortion access would be prohibited/restricted --via The New York Times States where abotion access is uncertain --via The N...

Hillary and Tina cover AIDS activist Larry Kramer and anti-gay activist George Rekers. Hillary’s Story Larry Kramer started his career as a writer. BUT when the government failed to act, he sounded the alarm on the AIDS crisis. Tina’s Story George Rekers made a name for himself through his controversial theories and studies on homosexuality. BUT when he returns from vacation in 2010 with a young m...

Hillary and Tina interview Wesley Davis, Equality Florida Field Director. Wesley Davis is Equality Florida’s Field Director, responsible for helping to lead Equality Florida’s Pride and outreach programs and supporting Equality Florida’s member mobilization and voter engagement programs in priority legislative and electoral campaigns. Wesley brings a diverse perspective to the Equality Florida tea...

Tina and Hillary cover former Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane and the murder of Matthew Shepard. Tina’s Story In 2012, Kathleen Kane became the first democrat and woman to win as attorney general in Pennsylvania. BUT an email scandal jeopardizes her career. Hillary’s Story Matthew Shepard’s horrific murder shocked America. BUT the gay-hate that fueled the attack led to the passing of t...

Hillary and Tina cover US Senator Jesse Helms and Oregon Department of Corrections Director Michael Franke. Hillary’s Story Jesse Helms was known for his racism and bigotry. BUT despite that, he maintained his seat for over 30 years allowing him to pass harmful legislation impacting marginalized communities in the US. Tina’s Story Michael Francke had a solid legal career in the criminal justice sy...

Tina and Hillary cover former Dixon treasurer Rita Crundwell and The Boys of Boise scandal. Tina’s Story Rita Crundwell served as Dixon comptroller and treasurer for almost 30 years beginning in 1983. BUT Curndwell bankrupts her career when a city clerk discovers suspicious account activity. Hillary’s Story In the 1950s Boise Idaho officials started an intensive investigation to supposedly protect...

Hillary and Tina cover the Secretary of Agriculture Earl Butz and former Coast Guard Lieutenant Christopher Hasson. Hillary’s Story Earl Butz served as Secretary of Agriculture throughout various administrations. BUT, when a joke he makes goes public, his career is under fire. Tina’s Story Christopher Hasson began his military career in 1988 and later served in the US Coast Guard for over 20 years...

Tina and Hillary cover the murder of Alderman Ben Lewis and US House Rep. Henry Cuellar. Tina’s Story Alderman Ben Lewis was a rising star in Chicago political circles. BUT when he’s found dead in his office, it begins a decades long mystery that remains unsolved today. Hillary’s Story Democratic congressman Henry Cuellar has voted alongside conservatives on issues like abortion. BUT an FBI raid a...

Hillary and Tina cover Roe vs. Wade and the history of abortion in America. Hillary’s Story Throughout the early history of America, abortion was permitted. BUT when women began to seek more rights, more restriction on abortion gets enacted. Tina’s Story Roe vs. Wade made a woman’s right to choose a private issue and ensured safe access to abortion. BUT despite that republican law makers have foug...

Tina and Hillary cover the Crystal City, Texas scandal and climate activist Wynn Bruce. Tina’s Story Crystal City Texas is a quaint little Texas town with a population of under 7000. BUT when the FBI gets wind of a gambling operation, all bets are off for the town officials. Hillary’s Story Climate activist Wynn Bruce sought to raise awareness to the climate crisis via his social media accounts. B...

Hillary and Tina cover former US House Congressman for Illinois Mel Reynolds and US Diplomat John Patterson. Hillary’s Story US House Congressman for Illinois, Mel Reynolds, gained notoriety for his work on the Ways and Means committee, NAFTA, and gun control. BUT when he faced not one but two scandals, he tarnished his once polished political reputation. Tina’s Story US diplomat John Patterson se...

Tina and Hillary cover former Detroit police chief William Hart and US House Congressman John Rose. Tina’s Story William Hart made history as Detroit’s first black police chief. BUT when suspicions of embezzlement, Hart’s career and reputation are under fire. Hillary’s Story US House Congressman for Tennessee, John Rose, is known for staunch conservative views about marriage and morality. BUT when...

Hillary and Tina cover the Alien Property Custodian and the State of Texas vs. Melissa Lucio. Hillary’s Story The Office of Alien Property Custodian began with the purpose of holding property belonging to enemies of the United States. BUT things go too far when bribes are exchanged for patents and other goods. Tina’s Story Melissa Lucio lost her daughter in 2007 after a tragic accident. BUT despit...

Tina and Hillary cover Superintendent Marcus Foster and perennial candidate Stan Jones. Tina’s Story Marcus Foster made history as the first black superintendent of Oakland County, California. BUT, when he’s suspected of being a fascist, a radical terrorist group targets him Hillary’s Story Perennial candidate Stan Jones ran for and lost several campaigns over the years in Montana and was known fo...

Hillary and Tina cover Martha Mitchell and governor turned senator James Henry Hammond. Hillary’s Story Martha Mitchell made a name for herself in Washington, DC by spilling political secrets. BUT when she discovers a Watergate connection to her husband, he tries to silence her. Tina’s Story James Henry Hammond was an awful pro-slavery politician steeped in controversy. BUT when his diary is publi...

Tina and Hillary cover violence against female politicians and fragging during the Vietnam War. Tina’s Story Women have been making strides in the political arena. BUT once elected, they often face threats and violence often as an attempt to silence their voices. Hillary’s Story The Vietnam War saw a massive amount of casualties. BUT things take a darker turn when soldiers attack and kill one anot...