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American Fever Dream

Betches Media
From under the desk to in your ears, V. Spehar joins Betches Media in a new podcast dedicated to curing the collective malaise brought on by our chaotic political environment. Every week, Spehar and co-host Sami Sage will tenderly guide you through the biggest moments in politics and pop culture with a healing dose of perspective and humor. Rather than spiral over the latest unprecedented event, the hosts dig for the 2024 political tea you *really* want to hear while offering all the information you need to be an empowered citizen, without the side of despair to keep you up at night. For constant news updates, sign up for the Sup email newsletter at betches.com/newsletters and follow us on Instagram at @betches_news. And follow V on TikTok and Instagram @underthedesknews. Watch American Fever Dream On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebetchesnews
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Episodes

#16 Iran Deal or No Deal

Alise and Bryan talk about Melania's new "Be Best" initiative. After they talk about Giuliani's nonstop TV appearances (a longstanding Giuliani move). They talk about Trump's controversial nomination for CIA Director, Gina Haspel, and the use of enhanced interrogation tactics. The Iran deal is also discussed (note: it's since been dropped). One more thing, isn't Putin's 18-year tenure really more like that of a tsar or an emperor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

May 08, 201853 min

#15 Rudy Giuliani Is At It Again

Sami and Alise cover this week’s news and events. They start off with Kanye's latest rant, plus Kim K's new role at The White House. Alise talks about how James Comey invoked Beyoncé this week, and the two agree that Donald Trump’s pee tape definitely exists. For today's big discussion, Sami and Alise break down Giuliani's explosive Sean Hannity interview and relive some of their favorite Trump-Giuliani moments. They then discuss the newest new edition to Trump's legal team, and the latest revel...

May 03, 201847 min

#14 Is Trump An "Idiot"?

Bryan and Alise get us through the week talking about the latest news and events. Needless to say, they start things off discussing the White House Correspondents' Dinner and the media backlash. After they move on to the evolving Mueller case, North and South Korea's new friendship, and John Kelly calling Trump an idiot multiple times. Fortunately, he's not the only one with people like Rex Tillerson and Gary Cohn offering similar opinions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

May 01, 201843 min

#13 Trump Has The Memory Of A Goldfish

Alise and Sami talk about Trump’s recent Adderall-fueled appearance on Fox and Friends where he shit talked James Comey, made some contradictory statements about Michael Cohen, and summarily displayed “the memory of a goldfish.” Then, they discuss controversial doctor Ronny Jackson, and have their first ever #BreakingNews alert on the pod. Finally, Kanye’s Twitter spree was brought to a new height of ridiculousness when he tweeted out a picture of himself wearing a MAGA hat, and now John Legend ...

Apr 26, 201836 min

#12 Who Wants to Join a Sex Cult?

After realizing that simply too much news was happening, the Sup decided to start a second weekly podcast. Tuesday's rendition will star Bryan Russell Smith and Alise Morales (who also appears on the Thursday Sup too). They talk about a sex cult that's nested in an MLM, Kanye's latest tweet storm, and Mike Pompeo's nomination for Secretary of state. They also discuss Barbara Bush' funeral, and a picture of Obama and Melania smiling. Don't miss the portion on what Bry and Alise would do in a Nort...

Apr 24, 201846 min

#11 How Do We Feel About James Comey?

Alise and Sami talk about Joe Biden (Sami just saw him), the golden days of Sarah Palin, and Cuba's new president. After they move on to Syria, where we have entered into yet another "constant, undeclared war," and have their first disagreement over how to feel about James Comey. Don't miss "One more thing" to learn more about The Sup's awesome new sticker giveaway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 19, 201844 min

#10 Congress Doesn't Know How to Use a Computer

Alise is joined by the Sup's head video producer, Bryan Russell Smith, who is hot off his viewing Mean Girls: Live on Broadway where he spotted Tina Fey and could reportedly, "See her flesh." After they cover a variety of subjects including the FBI raiding Michael Cohen's office and hotel, some Russia updates, and of course, Mark Zucks' robot testimony to Congress. After Sami and Alise are joined by Barrett Wilbert Weed who plays Janis Ian in the Broadway rendition of Mean Girls. Needless to say...

Apr 12, 20181 hr 16 min

#9 Trump's Life is a Manic Fever Dream Ft. Carole Radziwill

Sami and Alise discuss the biggest news and political events of the week. Naturally, they dish on Trump with a great new theory that his only real goal is to be the most famous person alive. They talk about his feud with Amazon (and WaPo), his plummeting approval rating, and his ex-wife, Marla Maples, After, they talk about the Sinclair Broadcast Group, the national corporation that's controlling local news. Finally, they are joined by Carole Radziwill of Real Housewives of New York City who dis...

Apr 05, 20181 hr 20 min

#8 Do We Even Care Who Bit Beyonce?

Sami and Alise discuss this weeks' news and events including attending the anti-gun march, Beyonce being bitten, and Trump's deteriorating legal sitch. Then they interview Marcia Belsky, a New York comedian who has been individually targeted by Facebook. In a world where everyone is looking at FB, she tells an unreal story of how FB seems to be looking at her in particular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 29, 20181 hr 27 min

#7 Who Would Win In A Fight - Trump Or Biden?

Sami and Alise discuss the Facebook/Cambridge Analytica situation, Zuckerberg's non-apology, and debut their new blackout campaign. They also break down Putin's election "win" and do a roundup of Trump's legal troubles (both Russian and non-Russian). Finally, Alise debuts her new beret and the girls interview Real Housewife and personal friend of Hillary Clinton, Dorinda Medley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Mar 22, 20181 hr 6 min

#6 The International Women’s Day Edition

Alise and Sami riff about this week’s events including Frances McDormand’s stolen Oscar, billboards disparaging The Bachelor’s Arie, and the shocking illiteracy of NASA scientists toward the female body. Needless to say, the chaotic (and rapidly emptying) White House and Stormy Daniels are also highlighted. It’s a great episode fit for International Women’s Day, and bookended by a great interview with Beauty & Fashion Features Editor at Bustle, Amanda Richards. Learn more about your ad choic...

Mar 08, 201852 min

#5 The White House is Hopeless

Alise and Sami talk about a potential gay Elsa in the upcoming Frozen sequel, problematic gender roles in old movies, and how Donald Trump calls Jeff Sessions, "Mr. Magoo." Jared Kushner is in real trouble, but not as much as Hope Hicks (probably). They wrap up talking about gun control, Dick's, and a 'Would You Rather" question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 01, 201831 min

#4 Please 'Like' This Russian Propaganda (Ft. Lala Kent)

Sami and Alise start off talking about the latest update regarding the Russia investigation (which Sami lives for). There's a new indictment against a hot Dutch guy who lied to investigators- oh and his father-in-law is a Russian oligarch. After, in light of the Parkland shooting and the 2016 election results, they call Facebook out as an irresponsible distributor of fake news, Russian propaganda memes, and a general source of unhappiness. Lastly, they interview the feminist voice of Vanderpump ...

Feb 22, 201837 min

#3 Guns Don’t Kill People, Oh Wait

Alise and Sami talk about the recent tragedy in Parkland, Florida. Seventeen children were murdered at school in the USA's 18th school shooting in 2018. A vocal minority is adamant that gun reform is not necessary, but it's time we hold our leaders responsible for this American crisis. 94% of Americans support common sense gun laws, and 74% sense of NRA members support background checks. Keep your guns, but can we please make it harder for mentally ill people to obtain AR-15s? Learn more about y...

Feb 15, 201820 min

#2 We'd Rather Have a Military Parade for Kylie's New Baby

Sami and Alise sit down for an all new episode of the Sup Live. They talk about Kylie’s new baby, Lady Doritos, and give us the latest update on Trump vs. Mueller. Ugh, can you believe Trump wants to throw a parade for himself? They also mention Quentin’s reported treatment of Uma Thurman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 08, 201834 min

#1 The State of The Union

Betches co-founder Sami Fishbein and News & Politics Editor Alise Morales talk the State of the Union, releasing the memo, and all the other crazy shit that's happened in the news this week. Don't miss rants on Trump's failing casinos, discussions around Stormy Daniels on Kimmel, and some Kim K drama on Insta. Also, when is Trump going to wake up and realize, if you have to fire everyone around you, the problem is you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 01, 201831 min
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