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In this episode of Jackass Politics, host Adam speaks with Elijah Manley, a congressional candidate from Florida's 20th district. Elijah shares his personal journey from homelessness to politics, emphasizing the importance of lived experiences in shaping policy. He discusses the healthcare crisis in his district, advocating for a Medicare for All system, and highlights the need for more community engagement, especially among younger voters. Elijah also addresses the challenges of campaigning as a working-class candidate and outlines his vision for a more engaged and responsive representation in Congress. 

Takeaways 

-Elijah's personal experiences with homelessness drive his political motivations. -The lack of government support for working-class individuals is a significant issue. 

-Medicare for All is essential for ensuring healthcare access for all. Engaging younger voters requires year-round outreach and not just during elections. 

-The Democratic Party needs to address young men's concerns to regain their trust. 

-Housing affordability is a pressing issue that requires innovative solutions. Infrastructure investment is crucial for community development and connectivity. 

-Voter trust can be regained through populist messaging and genuine engagement. 

-Campaigning as a working-class candidate presents unique challenges but also opportunities. -Elijah envisions a Florida 20 that is engaged and informed about their representation. Titles From Homelessness to Congress: Elijah Manley's Journey Healthcare for All: Elijah Manley's Vision 

Sound Bites "I experienced childhood homelessness." "I'm not a millionaire healthcare CEO." "We need to build more housing units." 

Chapters 

00:00 Introduction to Elijah Manley

01:24 Personal Journey and Motivation for Congress

03:05 Healthcare Crisis and Medicaid Expansion

07:10 Understanding Medicare for All vs. Single Payer

13:31 Engaging Younger Constituents

16:11 Addressing Young Men's Concerns

19:36 Differentiating from Opponent

21:35 Housing Affordability Solutions

26:29 Infrastructure Challenges

34:04 Regaining Voter Trust

35:53 Campaign Obstacles and Community Engagement

Ian and Adam discuss potential 2028 Democratic Primary candidates, including some dark horses (AND THE DARKEST HORSE) you won't want to miss!

• Kamala Harris 
• Gavin Newsom 
• JB Pritzker 
• Pete Buttigieg 
• Gretchen Whitmer 
• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez 
• Jon Ossof 
• Mark Cuban 
• Tim Walz 
• Josh Shapiro 
• DARK HORSES 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

In this conversation, Adam and Ian discuss the recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and their implications for the American economy. They explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of tariffs, the impact on American workers, and the historical context of trade policies. 

The discussion highlights the complexities of economic policy and the potential for a trade war, emphasizing the need for a more strategic approach to manufacturing and trade. Tariffs are intended to protect American workers but may have adverse effects. The stock market's decline reflects broader economic concerns. Many sectors of manufacturing have moved overseas, complicating the return of jobs. Raising tariffs can lead to increased consumer prices and economic stagnation. Historical precedents show that high tariffs can lead to economic downturns. 

The current administration's approach lacks a clear strategy for trade negotiations. Consumer debt levels are already high, making price increases problematic for Americans. The impact of tariffs extends beyond targeted goods to the overall economy. Engaging with representatives can influence economic policy decisions. The conversation underscores the importance of understanding the complexities of trade and tariffs. 

Sound Bites "The stock market tanked 1600 points." "This could lead to a recession." "We need to take Trump's power away." 

Chapters 

00:00 Tariffs and the Global Economy 

05:47 The Impact of Tariffs on American Workers 

12:30 Historical Context and Economic Consequences 

18:20 Geopolitical Ramifications of Tariffs 

23:01 The Broader Economic Impact of Price Increases

On today's short episode, Ian and Adam discuss if Donald Trump's actions make him a fascist. From wanting to invade Greenland to refusing due process to immigrants (illegal or otherwise) in the United States, Trump walks that line at all times. 

What do you think? Is Donald Trump a fascist? 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, the Jackass Bros are joined by Jack Cocchiarella to chat about democratic leadership failings and what a new democratic leadership should look like, whether or not a democratic tea party is feasibly, the new abundance trend, and whether or not billionaires should exist. 

The democratic party is in desperate need of a rebrand, remessaging, and new leadership. Adam, Ian, and Jack discuss how we can make this happen. From new, younger candidates, to existing politicians in the party not being afraid of fighting it out in public to show that dems are trying to be the best party they can be.

0:00 Introduction with Jack Cocchiarella

0:57 The failings of Chuck Schumer

4:00 Does Chris Murphy have the rizz to be leader?

10:40 Bad Democratic messaging

15:38 Bernie Sanders advocating for running as independent 19:30 A progressive tea party?

34:54 YIMBY and NIMBY

39:20 Billionaires: Should they exist? Should unrealized capital gains be taxed?

49:40 What is Jack promoting this week? 

Links: Jack Cocchiarella:    / @jackcocchiarellashow   

Jon Ossoff Speech:    • “Georgia will bow to no king.” Full s...   

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Ian and Adam are joined by Sunjay and Sohali from College Democrats of America to discuss the democrat party as it stands today and how we can help improve it heading into the 2026 election and beyond. 

This episode's discussion revolves around the current failures of the democratic leadership, including Chuck Schumer's caving on the continuing resolution, allowing republicans to keep the government open and paving the way for cuts to medicare, medicaid, and social security. 

They also discuss how democrats can fix their messaging and the way they talk to prospective voters, including younger voters that the College Democrats of America are desperately trying to bring back from the fringe of the party to the mainstream. 

Other topics of discussion include how democrats can be tough on crime, while also investing in social programs to help mitigate crime on the front end. Democrats need to fix their immigration messaging and that starts with cohesive policy from top-to-bottom. Common sense immigration reform similar to the ideals of the 2007-2008 Barack Obama campaign is exactly where democrats need to be. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On this week's episode, Ian and Adam discuss myriad topics, because the political circus every week just gets more and more insane! Donald Trump is planning to launch a FIFA crypto coin to coincide with the 2026 World Cup. Oh, you know, just two corrupt organizations coming together to launch an unregulated currency. What could go wrong? 

Reports also suggest that Trump's actions with Ukraine are indirectly (or directly) benefiting Russia. And whether or not you agree with Trump's stance, it's hard to argue that Russia now has an additional leg-up since Joe Biden left office. 

Al Green disrupted Trump's address last week and some democrats voted in favor of censuring him. Ian and Adam discuss whether or not those democrats should have done so and whether or not any republicans would have done the same had it been one of their representatives. 

National Parks generate $15 in economic for every $1 spent by taxpayers. So why is DOGE set on cutting these parks to the bone? Ian and Adam discuss the reasons and the impacts of slashing National Park budgets. And stick around for a fun "Would You Rather" game at the end! 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Ian and Adam are joined by government meteorologist Adam Webb to discuss the Trump administration's gutting of NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) and NWS (National Weather Service).

 Eric discusses what NOAA does, what this will mean on a day-to-day basis, what this will mean for the private sector, and just how big of an impact this could truly have on the economy. 

Later, Ian and Adam discuss the impending government shutdown, advances in quantum computing and artificial intelligence, advances into prostate cancer vaccinations, the anti-vaccination mentality surrounding politics, and Donald Trump's disastrous meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Check it out! 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Ian and Adam are joined by Dylan and Beleh from the Brogressive Podcast. 

They talk sports, a possible democratic tea party, and some fundamental differences between North Carolina and California. 

Could the democratic party a build something like a Tea Party? And where would that come from? Adam and Dylan agree that a democratic tea party could rise from the middle class with an economic message, while Beleh and Ian are skeptical that anyone other than members of the democratic base could create a lasting movement. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Adam and Ian discuss this era's most authentic politicians. They also discuss what a democratic tea party might look like and what the messaging structure might consist of. 

Between AOC, Pete Buttigieg, and Bernie Sanders, who do you think is the most themselves when they speak, both in personal situations and in their political careers? 

Do you agree the Barack Obama was a master of both his authentic voice and his political voice?

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode of Jackass Politics, Ian and Adam discuss random hilarious questions. This low-stakes episode is meant to be lighthearted and bring some levity to the ongoing disaster in Washington.

1) Which is worse: The US Healthcare System or The DMV?
2) If you had to be stuck in an elevator for 24 hours with one politician, who would it be?
3) Question 2 Part 2, dead or alive...
4) Most petty political revenge story?
5) Funniest campaign fail ever?
6) Rapper or Politician?


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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On this episode of F.I.G.H.T. Adam and Ian discuss how democrats need to stop the think-tank talk and the consultant speak and learn how to talk to regular people. Democrats have a tendency to try to dazzle voters with how knowledgeable they are, often making up terms to replace existing terms that people already know and are familiar with. Communication should be about quickly and efficiently articulating your point to whoever is listening and you can't do that with overly complicated consultant speak. /// 🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

Donald Trump and Elon Musk seem hellbent on destroying the country from the inside out. From slashing government services to the bone, to stripping away access to healthcare, to removing consumer protections, to implementing widespread tariffs, Trump & co. seem to have no interest in lowering prices. 

Top Tweets: 

1) @AmoneyResists: "Elon Musk did not shut down USAID because it was 'a ball of worms with no apple.' He shut it down because USAID was investigating Starlink for shutting off satellites in Ukraine to assist Russia in its war. Everything Musk ever does is to serve one person: himself."

 2) "NEW: The government is being strangled. Sources tell me: PEPFAR programs are faltering, Head Start says 63 grant recipients are having issues w/ funds, refugee aid groups in the US say they can't get $, NIH applicants have grants in limbo, climate and infrastructure grants frozen." 

3) Washington Post: "Breaking news: The Trump administration cut billions in biomedical funding. Researchers say it imperils work on cancer and other illnesses." 

4) BrIan Tyler Cohen: "The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau literally exists to protect consumers from predatory financial institutions. It's returned over $21 billion to 205 million consumers so far. The sole result of this move is that Americans will have no recourse when they get screwed over by a bank. Good work Elon." 

5) "HOUSE REPUBLICANS EYE $4.7 TRILLION TAX CUT IN SPENDING PACKAGE: PUNCHBOWL." 

Jackass of the Week: The Musk Rats 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

Welcome to F.I.G.H.T.—Fixing Ineffective Government & Helping Turnout—where we break down why Democrats keep losing winnable fights and how they can start hitting back. 

1. Drop the Consultant-Speak and Talk Like Normal People 

2. Reclaim Populism (But the Real Kind, Not the Phony Billionaire Kind) 

3. Show Up Where People Actually Are 

4. Stop Running from Culture Wars—Own Them 

5. Be the Party That Actually Fights 

6. Reviving a Movement

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

Welcome to our newest series: The Call-Out, where we call out what’s really wrong, who’s responsible, and what the hell we can actually do about it. Today, we’re looking at voter disengagement. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, WRAL and Politifact's Paul Specht joins Ian and Adam to discuss fact-checking, fake news, misinformation, and everything that makes a journalist's job difficult. 

Paul is here to explain why fact-checking is still so vital, despite many organizations moving away from it. Fact-checking is a dying art, but it's important that we find ways to wade through the misinformation and disinformation. Paul also explains the best ways to find news sources who are reliable, trustworthy, and transparent. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Ian and Adam discuss the absolute craziness that happened this week, including funding freezes, tariffs, Trump's DEI obsession, and much more! 

Ian and Adam also discuss the NFL Draft, the Super Bowl, and more NFL chatter about Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes. 

This was a big week for Dems who could have shown they were ready to fight the republican bullshit, but the efforts often seemed half baked and leadership wasn't really ready for the moment. AOC, Andy Kim, Brian Schatz, and Chris Murphy did a lot of heavy lifting for the party. 

And Donald Trump manages to beat out his OWN nominees for this week's Jackass of the Week award. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode Tahra Jirari joins Adam from Jackass Politics to discuss Donald Trump's tariffs and where we currently stand. 

Over the weekend, Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, only to back down a day later when Canada and Mexico promised to do the things they were already committed to doing. The tariffs have now been paused for 30 days while we await anymore potential requirements from Trump. 

Are these tariffs economically based? Are they fentanyl based? Does Trump just go any way the wind blows? Adam and Tahra discuss! 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Ian and Adam are joined by none other than Rotimi Adeoye. They discuss the TikTok ban, Trump's tariff proposal, democratic messaging, Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing, the NFL playoffs, and much more! 

You won't want to miss this great discussion, which is rooted in the idea that dems need to get much better with their policies, messaging, and strategy for winning elections. 

Rotimi breaks down some great observations on how the democratic party views voters of color and why the party needs wholesale changes in its approach to bring them back.

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode of Jackass Politics, Tahra Jirari, Director of Economic Analysis at Chamber of Progress. Tahra brings amazing insight to the episode, so you'll definitely want to stick around for the whole thing! 

Ian, Adam, and Tahra discuss the TikTok ban (?), the LA Wildfires, Democratic Party post-2024, and some general tech industry policy! 

At the end, Ian and Adam chat about the NFL playoffs and college football national championship game. 

They also nominate this week's Jackass of the Week: Jefferson Griffin. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together.

On today's episode, Memes and Emma from Organizer Memes join Ian and Adam to tell how Organizer Memes came to be and how they continue to make their mark online. 

Organizer Memes touches on where democrats failed in 2024 and how they can improve their chances in future elections. They also discuss the ever-changing media landscape and how memes and humor can be used to drive home salient points. 

Memes and Emma also discuss the democratic big tent party being divided among leftists and liberals and how we can try to build one big coalition together. This is a great episode, so you don't want to miss it!

/// 🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode of Jackass Politics, Ian and Adam welcome Charles DeLoach, Regional Vice Chair of the Mecklenburg Democrats. Charles discusses his new initiative, Charlotte Engage (cltengage.org). 

Charles and the Jackass crew also discuss how democrats can improve their election chances in the future and ways to fix North Carolina's heavily gerrymandered districts. 

Ian and Adam also discuss the week's top tweets, including Biden's economic data that he is handing over to Donald Trump, Mark Cuban's views on healthcare in the United States, David Hogg as DNC Vice Chair, how streaming is ruining sports, and Elon Musk's DOGE not being able to find $2 trillion in the budget. 

This week's Fix it in Five is about home insurance, particularly topical as the LA wildfires continue to rage. 

The Jackass of the Week is a heavyweight showdown between LA Mayor Karen Bass and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Find out who wins! 

Ian and Adam also discuss more college football, including the College Football Playoff and the transfer portal. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

On today's episode, Ian and Adam are joined by current Director of Communications for College Democrats of America, Sohali Vaddula. Sohali is also currently running for Vice President of College Democrats of America and joined Jackass Politics to discuss her vision for the organization and how Democrats can do more to win back the youth vote in America. 

Sohali also joins this week's Fix it in Five, which is about the current issues with student loans and ways we can fix the crisis. 

Ian and Adam also discuss this week's top tweets, including Trump's upcoming sentencing in New York, return to work mandates, tariffs (still), and placebo nasal sprays. 

And our Jackass of the Week is none other than.....ELON MUSK! 

/// 🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏 

On today's episode, Ian and Adam discuss single-payer healthcare, the ongoing MAGA civil war, and some college football playoff news. 

The DNC Chair campaign has begun. Historically, it hasn't been as important as some pundits might suggest, but is this year different? Ian and Adam break down how this could signal a new direction for the Democratic party and why this year is more important than years past. 

Ian and Adam also celebrate Rep. Annie Kuster for stepping down at the age of 68, realizing that she is just not the best person for the job any longer and wanting to hand it off to a younger generation. 

And 82% of Obamacare applicants come from states that voted for Donald Trump. Ian and Adam discuss why that is and how there are some voters who did not know the Affordable Care Act and Obamacare were the same thing. 

Single-payer healthcare is the best form of health insurance for the United States. It's a sane and humane option that ensures no one in this country goes bankrupt because they get sick. So why hasn't it taken off yet? 

We have a lively debate on the Jackass of the Week, featuring the likes of Nancy Mace and Matt Gaetz. 

A MAGA civil war has broken out between Donald Trump's anti-immigration base and their tech billionaire overlord Elon Musk regarding H-1B visas. Who will win? 

Ian and Adam discuss the college football playoff and the need for a fixed seeding format, as well as Bill Belichick's introduction as the new head coach of the University of North Carolina Tar Heels football team. 

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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏

In Episode 1 of Jackass Politics, Ian and Adam cover several topics, including: 

1) Why they started Jackass Politics. 
2) Who they are. 
3) What went wrong for democrats in the 2024 election? 
4) How can dems improve? 
5) Kamala Harris for President in 2028? 
6) Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez losing to 74 year-old cancer patient 
7) Release of Matt Gaetz house ethics report 
8) Jerome Powell differentiating inflation and high prices 
9) Joe Biden's cognitive decline 
10) Affordable housing 
11) Jackass of the Week - Cecil Brockman 
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🫏 Welcome to Jackass Politics – the no-BS, left-leaning podcast that calls it like it is. We’re here to dissect the chaos of American politics with sharp humor, relatable insights, and unapologetic pragmatism. Whether it’s Democrats, Republicans, or the whole system acting up, no one’s safe from our spotlight. Perfect for working-class voters tired of political theater and ready for real talk. Pull up a seat – let’s cut through the noise together. 🫏