On this episode of the Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a conversation about cancelled events, including weddings that could be postponed for years, and how to figure out when to reschedule. Then they discuss the Georgia governor announcing that he plans to relax social distancing starting this Friday. Next, they talk about Trump’s tweet last night announcing that he would use an executive order to stop all immigration into the US. They update us on the lack of COVID-19 tests and explain h...
Apr 21, 2020•32 min
On today’s Sup podcast, our hosts preview the next round of economic relief expected to pass the Senate this week and why Shake Shack returned its $10 million government loan. Then, we break down a weekend of tension between Trump and the nation’s governors, as the president urges residents to break their state’s laws while refusing to help them get testing supplies. And in honor of 4/20, we look at how cannabis professionals went from criminals to essential workers and how the pandemic is impac...
Apr 20, 2020•25 min
On today’s Sup Coronacast, our hosts run through new death tolls out of China and how its government continues to be shady AF about the scope of the outbreak, what it knew, and when. Does it matter at this point? We also monitor congressional negotiations after the $350 billion fund for small business loans dried up, leaving many applicants high and dry while some exploited loopholes. Finally, we run through the White House’s guidelines for re-opening America and get pumped before realizing ther...
Apr 17, 2020•26 min
On today’s Daily Coronacast, our hosts run through the staggering unemployment numbers and growing alarms that the government’s economic response is just a band aid on a bullet wound. Then, they roast the thousands of conservative protesters who gathered in Michigan yesterday to protest the state’s stay at home order, putting millions of other residents at risk. In the Election Section, they consider a whirlwind week of endorsements and chatter about a potential VP pick. Who will it be and when ...
Apr 16, 2020•33 min
On today’s episode, our hosts break down the latest way Trump is making the pandemic worse, not just in America, but for the whole entire world. Next, they explain why Trump’s vanity could be to blame if you haven’t received your stimulus check in the mail yet. They also look at some historical context for state vs. federal responsibilities during a national crisis and how the coronavirus response devolved into a deadly d*ck-swinging contest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Apr 15, 2020•24 min
The Constitution is the terms and conditions we all live by. But how many of us have taken the time to digest its dense sentences and outdated language? On today’s episode, we spoke with Ben Sheehan, whose book “OMG, WTF Does The Constitution Actually Say?” takes a funny, accessible look at our nation’s founding document and how its 300-year-old rules apply to us today. Ben answers all your questions about the Constitution, including why we never change it anymore, whether it gives guidance for ...
Apr 14, 2020•28 min
Today on the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts share the latest headlines, including Boris Johnson getting released from the hospital. Next, they talk about Dr. Fauci acknowledging that social distancing should have started earlier, and Trump retweeting a call to fire Fauci from his post. Next, they detail all the red flags Trump ignored while the coronavirus was spreading across the U.S. and tell us just how early he should have taken drastic measures. Finally, they discuss his desire to reopen t...
Apr 13, 2020•32 min
On this exclusive edition of the Sup Daily Coronacast, Amanda is joined by an actual New York City critical care nurse working on the frontlines with COVID-19 patients in the ICU. They discuss the massive influx of patients, what a typical shift is like, and whether or not there is enough PPE for our healthcare workers. She tells us how this crisis has affected her personal life, and shares firsthand experience of what it’s like to go in to work each day. Plus, she tells us why the response to t...
Apr 10, 2020•28 min
On this Thursday episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a recap of the Betches Instathon earlier this week. Then they share the biggest headlines of the day, including urban areas reporting high death rates but lower hospitalization rates, suggesting social distancing is working to minimize new cases. Next, they discuss new reports that show the coronavirus was circulating in New York much earlier than originally thought, which leads Alise to speculate that she may have gotten...
Apr 09, 2020•34 min
On a special episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, Amanda is joined by Amber McReynolds, CEO of the National Vote at Home Coalition. They start with a conversation about the ways in which this pandemic has exposed the weaknesses of our voting system, and discuss the dangerous decision in Wisconsin to go forward with an election this week. Amber explains the difference between mail-in ballots and absentee ballots. They discuss the reasons why voting at home has faced resistance, both for partisan ...
Apr 08, 2020•19 min
On today’s episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts begin the show with a conversation about cats getting COVID-19 and making your own mask at home. Then they dive into the top headlines for the day and preview tonight’s Betches Instathon. Next, they discuss a report published by the inspector general for health and human services, and Trump’s embarrassing response to learning she even exists. They update us on today’s election in Wisconsin and the legal battle to move the vote to June. Th...
Apr 07, 2020•33 min
On this edition of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start the week with an update on COVID-19 numbers in the US and a sobering statement from the Surgeon General. They discuss the eight (Republican led) states that refuse to enact a stay at home order. Then they talk about the captain who was fired after the leak of an email to Navy leaders detailing failures in dealing with a coronavirus outbreak. Next, they discuss Wisconsin’s decision to hold a primary tomorrow despite the public health cr...
Apr 06, 2020•25 min
On this Friday episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts begin the show with updated COVID-19 numbers and a conversation about Dr. Deborah Birx’s latest statements regarding Americans failing to social distance and the need for masks in public. Next, they discuss the president continuing to lash out at state leaders -- including in an insane letter to New York Senator Chuck Schumer -- for not preparing for the pandemic and begging to use the national stockpile. What is a federal stockpile f...
Apr 03, 2020•26 min
On this Thursday episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a conversation about people who refuse to social distance. Next, they discuss the latest headlines, including record unemployment numbers and the Trump administration announcing it won’t send any more personal protective equipment overseas. Then they talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis finally ordering all state residents to stay at home beginning at midnight tonight. Plus, they share a story out of New York about a ...
Apr 02, 2020•33 min
On this Wednesday episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts kick things off with updated death total projections from the White House and an explanation of what Census Day is all about. Next, they discuss the struggle many Americans are experiencing today with rent due at the first of the month. Plus, they talk about the federal assistance our government plans to send to Americans in the coming weeks, and the millions of undocumented immigrants who will be locked out of receiving those fund...
Apr 01, 2020•28 min
On this Tuesday episode of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with some updated COVID-19 numbers. They talk about the USNS Comfort officially docking in New York Harbor, and discuss the swarm of foolish people there to greet it. Plus, they talk about workers for Instacart, Amazon, and Whole Foods who are striking on various days this week to fight for hazard pay, better sick leave, and better conditions. They also share breaking news that CNN anchor Chris Cuomo has tested positive for cor...
Mar 31, 2020•26 min
On this Monday edition of the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start the show with Dr. Fauci’s grim prediction from the weekend, and the president backtracking on his wish to see the churches full on Easter. Next, they talk about Trump walking back his threat to institute a quarantine in the New York tri-state area. Plus, they react to the president lashing out at Democratic governors for daring to request assistance from the federal government to fight a pandemic. Finally, they close the show wi...
Mar 30, 2020•24 min
Today on the Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts talk about the value of reading fiction during this anxiety-filled time. Next, they dive into the biggest headlines of the day, including news that America now has the most confirmed coronavirus cases of any country in the world. Then they talk about British Prime Minister Boris Johnson testing positive for the virus and why the UK’s response to the pandemic has come under criticism. Next, they discuss Trump threatening to sue the PAC Priorities USA f...
Mar 27, 2020•29 min
On today’s Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts begin with an update on Lady Gaga’s album release and how they’re keeping busy. Next, they share updated infection numbers for the virus and tell us just how many people filed for unemployment last week. Then they revisit the Senate’s coronavirus economic relief package now that they've actually voted on the bill, with updates on where the money is going and how it will affect people who are struggling. Finally, they close things out with a conversation...
Mar 26, 2020•28 min
On this Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a reaction to Prince Charles testing positive for the virus and give an update on the number of known cases in the US. Next, they share details about the giant stimulus bill making its way through congress. Where is all this money going, is there a chance that Trump will veto the bill, and what’s the deal with direct cash payments to most Americans? Finally, they close things out with a summary of what the Democrats would have liked to see inclu...
Mar 25, 2020•28 min
On today’s Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts start with a roundup of the day’s headlines, including updated infection counts and a lockdown in the UK. Next, they talk about Trump’s latest irresponsible public statements, including one that led to a man poisoning himself to death. They also share a not-so-shocking report that the president ignored early warnings from experts to take measures to prevent an uncontrollable crisis within our borders. Finally, they close out the show with some positive ...
Mar 24, 2020•30 min
On today’s Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts update us on the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the US and react to Rand Paul testing positive for the virus. Next, they talk about how the federal government has activated the National Guard in three of the states hardest hit by the coronavirus outbreak, and speculate as to why the president isn't using all of his powers to respond to the crisis. They also talk about the Senate’s effort to pass a massive stimulus plan, and why the current iterat...
Mar 23, 2020•26 min
On today’s Sup Daily Coronacast, our hosts walk through the latest numbers on COVID-19 in the US and the increasingly drastic actions governments are taking to flatten the curve, including ordering all New Yorkers and Californians to stay at home indefinitely and invoking emergency war powers to urge industry to manufacture medical supplies. They also look at a CDC study showing young people are more likely to be hospitalized for COVID-19 than we thought. Lastly, they discuss the senators who du...
Mar 20, 2020•24 min
We’re back for our inaugural Sup Daily Coronacast to cover all the crazy sh*t going on in the news, aka, COVID-19. We check in on the number of cases and fatalities in the United States (and globally) while exploring why cities and states have yet to meaningfully expand testing. Why don’t we have enough swabs?! We run through the emergency relief package signed by the president just as two members of Congress tested positive for coronavirus. We try to answer the infuriating question of why the r...
Mar 19, 2020•53 min
Alise, Amanda, and Sami are back to talk about all the crazy sh*t happening in the news, starting with the ways in which they are social distancing themselves to help keep everyone safe. For the main news, they dive deeper into the current status of coronavirus and the lack of a comprehensive public response to curb the impact. They tell us about the latest closing of schools, theaters, bars and restaurants in cities across the country, and discuss the House’s plan to mitigate the economic impac...
Mar 16, 2020•56 min
Amanda and Kaitlin are back to talk about all the crazy sh*t happening in the news, starting with the US Women’s National Soccer Team turning their jerseys inside out and the state of virus containment in the state of Washington. For the main news, they talk about the escalation of coronavirus measures in recent days, Trump’s incompetent handling of the situation, and what the government could be doing to mitigate the impact on people’s lives. Plus, they discuss the role paid leave and GOP Senat...
Mar 12, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Amanda, Bryan and Alise are back to talk about all the crazy sh*t happening in the news, starting with Ted Cruz placing himself in quarantine after being exposed to coronavirus at CPAC. Plus, they talk about the amazing story of the second person to be cured from HIV. For the main news, they update us on the spread of coronavirus and talk about the political response so far. For the Election Section, they react to Elizabeth Warren suspending her campaign, discuss the latest endorsements for Bide...
Mar 09, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Sami and Amanda are joined by Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UN Women, for a very special announcement about our 2020 voting initiative. This year marks the 100th anniversary of (some!) women’s right to vote. It’s never been more important to use it. Mlambo-Ngcuka joins us to launch #keepit100, our campaign to urge women to vote any chance they get and work to remove the barriers that still restrict access to the ballot. Phumzile Mlambo-N...
Mar 05, 2020•41 min
Sami, Amanda and Kaitlin are back for a special post-Super Tuesday episode of The Sup, and some crazy sh*t is going down. They start with a conversation about long wait times in predominantly-minority areas, and how this voter suppression strategy may affect the general election. Plus, they talk about Andrew Yang potentially running for mayor of New York City. Then they dive into the results from Super Tuesday, including the updated delegate count and what the latest endorsements mean for Biden’...
Mar 04, 2020•55 min
Amanda, Alise, and our new host Kaitlin Byrd are back to talk about all the crazy sh*t happening in the news, starting with a totally real fairytale about what can happen if you actually pay employees a living wage. The Main News is all about the election this week, starting with South Carolina’s primary results and ensuing changes to the race. Should Biden be happy with his landslide, or nervous he didn’t win by more? What does the South Carolina primary tell us about these candidates’ ability ...
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 7 min
