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Getting Hammered®

Getting Hammered®

Written by: Laissez-Faire Media
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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.058aa280-da17-11f0-bed3-45da93568846 Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Keep Calm and Eat Protein: Jenna Lee Joins to Help Us

    Keep Calm and Eat Protein: Jenna Lee Joins to Help Us
    Jan 14 2026
    In this episode of Getting Hammered, Mary Katharine Ham and Jenna Lee make plans for their husband's birthdays next year before diving into the Supreme Court case regarding transgender athletes in women's sports, the investigation into Jerome Powell and the Federal Reserve, the recent ICE shooting incident in Minneapolis, and how it's hard to take a few moments in the New Media to evaluate news stories, but that's what's really needed. They also touch on the redesign of the food pyramid and the inspiring story of resilience from a young athlete who lost his parents in a tragic accident. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding complex issues, the role of media in shaping public opinion, and the need for patience in forming opinions on controversial topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Bonus: Venezuela Native Daniel Di Martino on His Childhood, Socialism, and Hope for the Future

    Bonus: Venezuela Native Daniel Di Martino on His Childhood, Socialism, and Hope for the Future
    Jan 9 2026
    Mary Katharine Ham interviews Daniel Di Martino, a Venezuelan-born economist and Manhattan Institute fellow, about the recent political changes in Venezuela and the implications of socialism versus capitalism. DiMartino shares his personal experiences growing up in Venezuela, the impact of the regime on the economy, and the importance of educating young people about the dangers of socialism. He emphasizes the need for charismatic leaders in politics and discusses the future of Venezuela and the hope for a free society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Fraudsters, OnlyFans, and Venezuelan Dictators, Oh My!

    Fraudsters, OnlyFans, and Venezuelan Dictators, Oh My!
    Jan 7 2026
    In this episode of "Getting Hammered," hosts Mary Katharine Ham and Vic Matus discuss the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela, the political landscape in Minnesota with Tim Walz's withdrawal from the governor's race, and the implications of OnlyFans models receiving work visas in the U.S. Plus, robot surgery, January birthdays, and disco! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
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