American Fever Dream

By: Betches Media
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  • 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.
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Episodes
  • The Nine Documents - Legal Must-Haves for LGBT Couples, ft. Angela Giampolo

    The Nine Documents - Legal Must-Haves for LGBT Couples, ft. Angela Giampolo
    Jan 23 2025
    Today V speaks with Angela Giampolo, aka Your Gay Lawyer, about the nine key documents every couple needs to protect their rights and assets. From healthcare power of attorney to trusts (and even planning for your pets), they cover how to safeguard your future, navigate family dynamics, and avoid probate headaches. Whether you’re LGBT or not, Giampolo's nine documents were created to help bind partners together, regardless of marital status. Visit www.prideplans.com to learn more Follow Angela on social media: www.instagram.com/yourgaylawyer www.tiktok.com/@gaylawyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • 12 Hours Without TikTok, Trump's Inauguration & What Comes Next

    12 Hours Without TikTok, Trump's Inauguration & What Comes Next
    Jan 20 2025
    From the latest on what happened to TikTok over the weekend to the inauguration, we're pushing our Tuesday episode to you Monday night. 00:00 - TikTok was gone for 12 hours over the weekend, and V reacts to creators who left a tear-filled goodbye, and why Trump is getting credit for bringing it back. 07:30 - Sami & V reflect on Biden's presidency, what was most disappointing about his term, and what Trump will take credit for. 14:00 - The status of the ERA, and why Biden's statement calling it the "law of the land" doesn't mean anything. 20:00 - Theories behind what everyone wore to the inauguration, including the unconventional choices by Lauren Sanchez and Senator Fetterman. 28:00 - Vivek Ramaswamy has been kicked out of DOGE, and is now looking to run for governor of Ohio. 32:20 - Sami tells V all about the inauguration, including the "off the record" speech he gave to the millionaires in attendance. V & Sami also discuss the hurdles Trump may face trying to end birthright citizenship. 43:00 - V shares some news on how Trump's cabinet is taking shape & Melania Trump's new meme coin. 46:30 - We have to address the rumors swirling around the Obama's Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • TikTok's Final Days and Rogan & Zuckerberg Awkwardly Bro Out

    TikTok's Final Days and Rogan & Zuckerberg Awkwardly Bro Out
    Jan 14 2025
    We're days away from the TikTok ban being decided and Trump's inauguration --- Sami & V share how they're trying to take care of themselves, even if it just means lots of sugar and caffeine. Mourning the final days, V talks about what the future of TikTok could look like if it continues to exist, but no matter what, it'll probably never be the same. Then, last week Mark Zuckerberg went on the Joe Rogan show, and it's giving Sandra Dee at the sleepover vibes. From replacing fact checking with "community notes," to saying he wants to bring masculinity back to Facebook, the exchange between the two just felt...awkward. How much longer will millionaires like Zuckerberg hang out with the MAGA group, when they don't have to pretend anymore? Read Emily Amick's Substack - Why are we all feeling broken? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins

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