In this episode of The Civil Union, hosts Alex and Ryan navigate their lives and debates in a conservative state, sharing sharp insights and opinions on political issues, including a detailed discussion on same-sex marriage in Missouri and a personal account of their encounter with State Senator Karla May. Asking her to resign and the idea of holding values over party. They also do their weekly ‘Who Said It?’ game featuring quotes from Doechii and Pelosi. Next, they delve into the controversies surrounding abortion statistics in red states post-Roe v. Wade, and the broader impacts of misinformation in politics and health. Ending on a fun note, they explore innovative energy solutions like airline turbine wind pods and fog harvesting technology.

00:00 Introduction to the Civil Union Podcast

00:38 Weather Talk and Personal Updates

02:30 Missouri's Outdated Same-Sex Marriage Ban

04:40 Disappointment with Senator Karla May

12:07 Trump's Air Force One Delays and Boeing's Struggles

19:36 Who Said It: Doechii or Pelosi?

24:33 Alarming Abortion Statistics in Red States

30:28 The Spread of Misinformation

33:38 Innovative Environmental Technologies

37:00 Conclusion and Contact Information

Misinformation Resource Links:

https://www.factcheck.org/

https://www.politifact.com/

https://www.snopes.com/

https://ground.news/

Music: What's The Angle? by Shane Ivers -

https://www.silvermansound.com

In this episode of 'The Civil Union,' Alex and Ryan, a married couple, delve into various topics while navigating the chilly winter in a conservative state. They discuss the ongoing layoffs affecting crucial U.S. departments, including the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Federal Aviation Administration, and the implications for national security and public safety. They touch on the controversial DEI lawsuit against Starbucks by Missouri's AG Andrew Bailey and express worries about potential changes to press freedom through a Supreme Court case involving Steve Wynn. The hosts also highlight rising misinformation and its impact on public perception, particularly regarding vaccines and recent measles outbreaks. Lighter topics include personal stories about Valentine's Day, upcoming sporting events, a humorous whale encounter, and the unusual rise in 'egg heists' amid soaring egg prices. They also play a fun game comparing quotes between Bill Clinton and George W. Bush.

00:00 Introduction to the Civil Union Podcast

00:39 Winter Weather Woes

04:22 Mass Firings and National Security Concerns

09:36 FAA Understaffing Issues

14:05 Comparing Federal Job Cuts: Clinton vs. Trump

17:53 Missouri Attorney General vs. Starbucks DEI Practices

23:28 Mid-Show Game: Bill Clinton vs. George W. Bush

26:49 Steve Wynn's Supreme Court Appeal

31:11 AP Reporter Barred from White House Briefings

35:54 Texas Measles Outbreak and Vaccine Misinformation

38:55 Real-Life Geppetto: Swallowed by a Whale

40:48 Egg Heists Amidst Rising Prices

42:28 Conclusion and Farewell

Music: What's The Angle? by Shane Ivers -

https://www.silvermansound.com

In this episode of 'Civil Union,' hosts Alex and Ryan, kick off with a discussion on Alex's recent bout with the flu and their activities, including painting a soccer Tifo and binge-watching the Twilight movies. The conversation then pivots to a detailed examination of various political and social issues such as AI technology, its impacts, and public fear around it. A thorough critique is given on USAID's recent funding cuts and its global implications. The hosts also discuss other recent political developments including Trump's reversal of Biden's classified information access, FCC investigations into media freedom, Missouri's state income tax debate, and a growing measles outbreak in Texas. The episode rounds off with news about an ongoing environmental report and the upcoming RFK Jr. confirmation and its potential impact on the NIH.

00:00 Introduction to the Civil Union Podcast

00:38 Weekly Catch-Up: Sickness and Soccer

01:39 Twilight and Political Analogies

03:26 AI Technology: Fear and Future

07:22 USAID Job Cuts and Global Impact

14:07 Immigration and Local Protests

15:51 FCC Investigations and Media Freedom

23:17 Who Said It? Edward or Jacob?

25:35 Constitutional Crisis and Executive Power

29:52 Missouri's Tax Debate and Government Efficiency

32:43 Environmental Report and Future Prospects

34:23 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Music: What's The Angle? by Shane Ivers -

https://www.silvermansound.com