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The Civil Union

The Civil Union

Written by: Ryan Granger & Alex Galindo
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2 Midwest husbands breaking down politics with humor, receipts, and real-life context you won’t hear on the coasts.

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  • Venezuela Raid, Jack Smith Testimony, Premiums Skyrocket, Georgia Fraud
    Jan 8 2026

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    In this episode of 'The Civil Union,' the host dives into a wide range of pressing issues, from recent political actions to personal grievances. The discussion covers Trump's recent raid in Venezuela, the implications for taxpayers, and questions the motives behind U.S. military interventions. The host also critiques high healthcare costs in the U.S., blaming GOP policies for premiums skyrocket and proposing universal healthcare as a solution. Further political commentary includes critiques of Missouri politicians and the scandal involving Pam Bondi's brother.

    00:00 Introduction and Today's Topics

    01:36 Missouri Politics and Criticisms

    02:34 Venezuela Raid and Political Commentary

    06:31 Greenland and National Security Concerns

    08:07 Georgia Election Interference and Jack Smith's Testimony

    13:12 Healthcare System and GOP Critique

    15:00 Pam Bondi's Brother and Legal Controversies

    16:16 Final Thoughts

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    17 mins
  • Bourbon, Bondi Praises Biden, Bessent spits in his food.
    Jan 5 2026

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    In this episode of 'The Civil Union,' the hosts discuss various political and social topics moving into 2026. Kamala Harris opens the episode with a call to unity and the importance of voting. The host reflect on what life could have been like with different leadership, contrasting the current political climate. They share a humorous yet critical commentary on Pam Bondi’s accidental praise of the Biden administration, critique Trump’s immigration and tariff policies, and highlight the absurdity of Trump's updates to the Presidential Walk of Fame. A significant segment discusses the economic impact of tariffs on bourbon production, critiques the anti-manufacturing stance, and emphasizes the need for advancements in AI and scientific research. The episode also covers a public confrontation of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent by anti-war protestors. In lighter news, they introduce the new laundromat-coffee shop by Emily Strayer and read off hilarious rejected license plate requests from Illinois.

    00:00 Introduction and Call to Action

    03:22 Pam Bondi's Twitter Blunder

    04:13 Trump's Racist Remarks and Scandinavian Welfare

    06:10 Trump's Presidential Walk of Fame

    07:16 Scott Bessent's Restaurant Confrontation

    09:34 Jim Beam and Trump's Tariffs

    11:58 The Future of American Manufacturing

    14:36 Emily Strayer's New Venture

    15:14 Rejected License Plate Requests

    16:41 Closing Remarks and Motivation

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    18 mins
  • ICE Voodoo Dolls, Dory’s Vote, and Grifters | 12.21.25
    Dec 22 2025

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    In this episode of the Civil Union Podcast, the hosts cover a range of topics from the peculiar behavior of retail workers to political discussions and a playful analysis of Dory from 'Finding Nemo.' They share behind-the-scenes details of their hectic content creation week and discuss political figures like Rob Reiner. Debates on Trump’s actions, ICE detentions, and voodoo dolls are interspersed with humor and personal anecdotes. The show concludes with a thoughtful reflection on holiday stress using a Mel Robbins quote, emphasizing the importance of self-focus and letting go of others' opinions.

    00:00 Welcome to the Civil Union Podcast

    00:48 Personal Updates

    01:26 Customer Service Experiences

    03:22 Rob Reiner's Legacy and Recent Reads

    06:09 Game Time: Dory's Political Affiliation

    11:10 Charlotte Jones and Political Class

    16:55 Trump's Obsession with Biden

    18:11 Jim Brown's Heartbreaking Story

    21:05 ICE Agent Voodoo Dolls and Gay Bars

    22:40 LGBTQ+ History Month Controversy

    23:41 Closing Remarks and Holiday Stress Tips

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    25 mins
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