On this week’s episode, Mallory Hagan and Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett bring on their first male guest, Chad DuBois of the He's Not Wrong Podcast. This episode dives into the work Chad has been doing to uncover the injustices of Alabama Power, the state's largest power company. They also discuss what’s next for Democrats in America, how this moment in history is a pivotal turning point for our elected officials, and how your public service commission may impact your wallet. They also briefly touch on Chad’s distaste for the ongoing “return to 2016” trend making its way across your FYP.

Before we get into it, we have some pretty exciting news to share this morning: Pretty Furious has officially joined The Siren! We are delighted to be joining a creator-led, female-founded network dedicated to fighting fascism and preserving democracy, and believe this work is crucial, now more than ever. Be sure to subscribe to their Substack and follow along with their other shows and creators!

Chapter List

00:00 Introduction to Power Bills

05:29 Current Events and Political Headlines

11:59 Guest Introduction: Chad Dubois

12:53 Introduction and Welcome to Chad DuBois

13:40 Political Commentary on the White House

16:36 The Alabama Power Monopoly and Personal Experiences

27:15 The Importance of Political Accountability

29:38 Understanding the Public Service Commission

34:37 Introduction to Alabama Power’s CEO Salary

36:21 The Impact of Education on Utility Awareness

39:20 Georgia’s Public Service Commission Election

40:31 Ideal Candidates for the Public Service Commission

42:33 The Alleged Influence of Alabama Power

45:11 The Challenge of Changing Alabama’s Political Landscape

46:45 Community Reactions to Alabama Power’s Tactics

50:17 Chad’s Personal Experience with Alabama Power

52:24 The Importance of Continued Advocacy

54:42 Introduction and Political Insights

55:54 The Role of the Public Service Commission

56:35 Excitement for Upcoming Candidates

57:04 Skincare Tips and Product Recommendations

59:06 Fury or Fun Game Begins

01:02:24 Reflections on 2016 and Personal Growth

01:06:40 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagements

This week’s product recs:

SuperGoop Glow Screen

Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil

This week on Pretty Furious, Mallory and Maggie talk with the one and only, @jojofromjerz!

In this hilarious and cathartic conversation, they all share headline-induced anxiety to the joys (and existential dread) of parenting in a nonstop political news cycle. In addition, they discuss why community matters more than ever, how social media can both connect and corrode us, and why AI is quickly becoming the loudest voice in the room.

Jo Jo shares candid experiences with online hate, calling out the urgent need for a media ecosystem that actually reflects the country it serves, and—despite everything—shows she dares to imagine a better future for America.

The discussion closes with Kintsugi, the art of repairing what’s broken with gold, as both a metaphor and a mission: we may be cracked, but we’re still worth rebuilding.

Chapters:

03:08 Pretty Furious Product Recommendations

06:49 This Week's Headlines

17:08 Welcome Joanne Carducci

20:18 Fury Over Recent Headlines

23:21 Parenting in a Turbulent World

25:50 Finding Hope Amidst Chaos

28:53 Going Viral: The Power of Social Media

31:40 Navigating Teenagers in Today's Society

34:39 The Impact of Online Hate

40:36 Building a New Media Landscape

59:28 Navigating the New Normal

01:02:19 Rebuilding from Fractures

01:10:53 Dating in Your 50s: The End Cap Dilemma

01:14:17 Jo's Product Rec

Products:

Water Drench Cooling Mist

Josie Maran Body Butter

This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett & Mallory Hagan bring you a special Christmas episode ft. Debatable, and shockingly, Maggie has strong feelings about most things related to Christmas. Thank you for your support of Pretty Furious; see you in 2026!

Chapters

00:00 Holiday Cheer and Family Traditions

02:55 Debating Holiday Favorites

05:45 Hot Chocolate Showdown

08:47 Christmas Dinner vs. Brunch

11:51 Nonsensical Holiday Sounds

14:38 Drive-Through Light Displays

17:34 Rudolph: Overrated or Underrated?

20:21 The Scent of Christmas

22:18 Santa’s Workshop: Efficiency vs. Labor Laws

23:46 Creating Christmas Magic for Kids

26:58 The Secret Santa Dilemma

29:34 Christmas Cards: A Tradition or a Guilt Trip?

34:35 New Year’s Resolutions: Setting Goals or Low Bars?

36:35 Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Change

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