Best Wittybanter PGet Podcasts (2025)

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Wins, Warnings, Wisdom 1:23:00

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17h ago1:23:00

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Democrats crushed Election Night, and Emily and the Sams break down the biggest wins, from Mamdani’s historic New York victory to major flips in Virginia, New Jersey, and beyond. They delve into why margins were so large, how national politics influenced local races, and what the data nerds were tracking in real-time. The crew also tackles the cont…

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Guns, Grass, and the Gutting of Democracy 1:16:28

8d ago1:16:28

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This week on The Um, Sir Podcast, Emily and Samie welcome their first-ever guest, Sam from Curmudgeon’s Corner, for a dive into the week’s chaos: GOP youth leaders caught sharing racist “jokes,” millions losing food benefits thanks to Trump’s shutdown, and DoorDash stepping in as America’s new hunger relief program (yikes). They rant about medical …

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Um, Civics: Election Day Special! 1:02:49

16d ago1:02:49

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Emily and Samie celebrate Election Day with their trademark mix of humor and real-talk civics. From ballot tracking and signature checks to how votes are counted and why write-ins cost money, they break down Washington’s election process in plain language. The episode also touches on local races, the “No Kings” rally, and how to turn protest energy…

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Performative Patriotism & Other American Traditions 48:41

22d ago48:41

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Emily and Samie tackle the week’s chaos. From Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show and Turning Point USA’s (TPUSA!) cringey “All-American Halftime” response to Epstein file drama, RFK Jr.’s latest circum-science, and the Pentagon’s new press restrictions. They roast Kid Rock’s creepy lyrics, mock performative patriotism, and expose Trump’s failing …

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Um, Civics: Witch Hunts 1:23:55

29d ago1:23:55

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In this Um, Civics episode, Emily and Samie take a haunting journey through the history (and modern echoes) of witch hunts, from 1600s Sweden to 1990s Wenatchee, Washington. They unpack Mona Chollet’s “In Defense of Witches”, dive into the Torsåker Witch Trials, and draw uncomfortable parallels between centuries-old misogyny and how society still p…

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Acetawhat? The math ain't mathin' 58:11

1M ago58:11

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Samie (with Emily’s help) roasts RFK Jr.’s promise to “cure autism” by banning Tylenol (🙄), breaks down what’s actually true about acetaminophen and pregnancy, and reminds everyone that correlation ≠ causation. They dive into the wild history of autism diagnoses, drag the government for threatening WIC funding and the shutdown, and give side-eye to…

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Um, Civics: Be a Great American B**** 52:35

1M ago52:35

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In this, Um, Civics lesson, Emily and Samie deliver a crash course in democracy, local gossip, and feminist rage, starting with a troll who accidentally inspired a civics lesson on misogyny and city budgets. From Bob Ferguson’s cat influencer to suffragist ghosts and Pete Buttigieg, the episode reminds us that politics is everywhere, whether we lik…

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Rapture Pending, Bills Ascending. 1:10:00

2M ago1:10:00

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The Rapture didn’t come, but the jokes did. Samie and Emily cover haunted Snohomish fries at the Oxford Saloon, Epstein bathrobe emails, Trump’s creepy birthday card, Alex Jones’ cursed star chart, MAGA’s purge of comedians, and ACA premiums scarier than any ghost tour. ✨ Release the files. For your further reading and viewing pleasure... Watch Emi…

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Um, Civics: Gold or Crypto? 43:59

2M ago43:59

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In this week’s Um Civics, Um, Sir Episode, Emily and Samie take a wild ride and turn a bro-y “crypto or gold?” question into a sassy civics crash course. From Hamilton’s first national bank to Nixon ending the gold standard, they trace America’s messy money history—then dive into Bitcoin, scams, Trump’s flop coin, and why money is basically just tr…

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Subterfuge, Sociopath & Silver Linings 1:11:39

2M ago1:11:39

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This week, Emily and Samie take on the chaos: Epstein Files: Survivors demand transparency, Trump calls it a “hoax,” and MTG surprisingly shows up on the right side (for once). Washington Wildfires: Border Patrol arrests firefighters mid-response—because apparently saving lives isn’t enough. Minneapolis Shooting: A tragic school attack turns into t…

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Boycotts. Big Betas. Bad Decisions. 1:02:27

2M ago1:02:27

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Samie and Emily are back to drag it all out. From Costco’s controversial decision on abortion pills and why boycotts aren’t so simple, to Pete Hegseth’s latest Christian nationalist nonsense and Oklahoma’s scary new PragerU-backed teacher test. They also dive into good news from Florida tribes stopping detention center expansion, updates on Kilmar …

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Um, Civics? Campaign Mailers, Petty Politics & The PDC 47:28

3M ago47:28

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In this episode, Emily and Samie tear into the week’s wild headlines before diving deep into an Um Civics lesson on campaign mailers, PAC money, and dirty local politics. They unpack the shady Everett School Board mailers funded by Mill Creek parents, who poured half a million dollars into negative ads across multiple races, including attacks on a …

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Gerrymanders, Pedophiles, and Salmon—Oh My! 1:25:59

3M ago1:25:59

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This week, Samie and Emily drag Trump’s sex-offender youth fitness pick, Gates’ Epstein baggage, and Idaho’s OBGYN exodus. Emily breaks down Texas Republicans’ mid-decade gerrymander while Newsom hints at a redistricting war. Veterans lose abortion rights, trans service members lose retirement pay, and salmon lose their last allies. Plus: South Par…

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Release the Files and Pass the Swag Bag: Part Two 36:12

3M ago36:12

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Last time, Samie and Emily peeled back the velvet curtain on the Epstein saga — the predator residue, the political cover-ups, and the billionaires who’d rather you ‘forget’ about it. But they're not done. In Part Two, they dig deeper into the case, the co-conspirators, and the conveniently timed recess that keeps those files locked away. They name…

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Release the Files and Pass the Swag Bag: Part 1 49:22

4M ago49:22

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Early Election Release Episode! In part one of this week's Um, Sir Podcast, Emily and Samie dive into the boiling cauldron of American politics, true crime horror, and good old-fashioned rage-scrolling. From the unholy mess that is the Epstein case to the GOP’s ongoing war against democracy, prenatal care, LGBTQ+ youth, and your toilet, nothing is …

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Cut to Control, Fund to Distract 1:19:04

4M ago1:19:04

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Emily and Samie break down the flaming garbage heap 🔥🗑️ that is the “Big Beautiful Bill,” where Medicaid’s getting axed ✂️, rural hospitals are on life support 🏥💀, and your grandma better start logging work hours 🧓⏳. ICE protestors are getting arrested in Spokane 🚓✊. Migrant camps are turning into dystopian nightmares 😱—complete with bugs 🐜 and Clo…

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Shitstorm Survival Guide 50:39

4M ago50:39

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This week, Emily and Samie wade through a full-blown legislative disaster and emotional meltdown, because 2025 really said, “Let’s reboot the Bush era, but make it messier.” 👀 Trump launched airstrikes without Congress, declared a “12-Day War” on Truth Social, and apparently solved global conflict from his iPhone. Meanwhile, Marjorie Taylor Greene …

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No Kings, Just Chaos 59:48

5M ago59:48

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This week on Um, Sir, Emily and Samie unpack a modest lineup of American absurdity: a Satanic abortion clinic in Maine, ICE raids straight out of a dystopian fever dream, and a $45 million military parade starring robot dogs and empty bleachers. Meanwhile, Trump tried to cosplay dictator by sending the National Guard to LA without permission and th…

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Deserve Has Nothing To Do With It 54:49

5M ago54:49

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This week on The Um, Sir Podcast, Samie and Emily ask: “Is the government actively trying to make our lives worse or just stunningly incompetent?” Spoiler: Yes. NOTE: Emily's Medicare/Medicaid overview is a shitshow. All you need to come away with is that to qualify, a family of four must earn less than $45k a year. Anyway...Emily and Samie unpack …

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Tax Me Outside 45:20

5M ago45:20

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This week, Emily and Samie are coming for your austerity politics and your dumb billionaire worship. They unpack the newest House Republican budget bill—a hot mess of Medicaid cuts, tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy, and a big ol’ screw-you to judicial accountability. ✨ Key Topics: Medicaid work requirements and paperwork hellscapes Susan DelBene’s …

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Redheads, Rapture & Reproductive Rage 49:10

6M ago49:10

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In this week’s episode of the Um, Sir Podcast, Emily and Samie are bitter and not in the mood for institutional bullshit. They are talking about a lot this week, like the brain-dead pregnant woman in Georgia being kept alive against her family’s wishes. They get into the medical ethics, the political theater, and the horrifying reality of what that…

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Push Presents and Pro-Natalist Propaganda 53:27

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They're back—exhausted, angry, and wrapping up Mother’s Day weekend with a fresh round of attacks on reproductive rights, kids’ safety, and reality itself. Trump cut the Safe to Sleep campaign (because who needs SIDS prevention?) while pushing pro-natalist policies like a $5,000 baby bonus. Emily’s just waiting on her presidential push present. In …

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White Claw Wednesday, Washington Edition 50:52

7M ago50:52

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Emily and Samie are back—hydrated and furious, and here to provide a breakdown of the good, bad, and ugly from the 2025 Washington State legislative session. 💥 THE GOOD: Washington lawmakers did pass six Planned Parenthood priority bills! 💸 THE BAD: The final state budget increased capital gains and business taxes (cool), but also jacked up the gas…

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Steak Sauce Intelligence, Farts, Fines and Fascism 57:06

7M ago57:06

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Emily and Samie are serving up political despair with sarcasm and puppy kisses. 💸 D.C.’s Budget Strategy: Cut Medicaid, gut the CDC, and then act surprised when everything catches fire. Also, they think hospital funding is a “kickback.” Cute. Maternal Mortality Up, Help Down: Pregnancy-related deaths are skyrocketing. Meanwhile, government official…

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Gilead, Joe Rogan & Good Ol’ GOP Grift 44:40

7M ago44:40

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Ya' girls are in peak petty form this week as they dive into a whirlwind of politics, immigration injustice, economic chaos, and pop culture pettiness—with our usual sass. 🎙️ This week on The Um, Sir Podcast… Trump’s treating the national economy like it’s his Monopoly board—except we’re the ones landing on luxury tax. Again. A Maryland man was wro…

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Farmers, Filibusters & Firing Big Bird 46:48

7M ago46:48

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🎙️ This week on The Um, Sir Podcast… Samie and Emily are trying to look on the bright side, but clearly the Republicans on the House DOGE Committee skipped their lessons from Mr. Rogers and forgot how to get to Sesame Street. 🙃 🧀 There’s actual good news out of Wisconsin (miracles happen), Cory Booker brings a glimmer of hope from New Jersey, and T…

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Policy Pruning, Legal Loopholes, and a Hint of 1954 43:45

8M ago43:45

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Because what’s a week without gutting DEI, a Texas lawsuit, and casual segregation vibes? 🔥 IN THIS EPISODE: 🌈 Tree Planting as DEI?? Is this feel-good greenwashing or a real move toward equity? We dig in. 🌳 ⚖️ Texas + Reproductive Rights = 🚨A legal case that could shift the landscape—again. We explain why it matters (and rant a little, obviously).…

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When men plan parties 39:47

8M ago39:47

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"Imagine if your dad was in charge of planning your birthday party." - Amy Schumer Samie and Emily discuss the Mean Girls improv event of the year (which happened to occur at the White House), President Zelensky's manifest destiny, the insane Ukraine turnabout, and whether the suit makes the man or if it's simply not being an ass clown. Emily is pr…

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RFK Impersonations, Property Tax Bills, and Smut 1:14:25

9M ago1:14:25

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Emily & Samie go all in this week—dragging Bill Maher, praising John Oliver, and unpacking the media that’s giving them life (and the one that definitely missed the mark—looking at you, Gabby Petito doc). Emily spills the tea on property taxes & term limits, while Samie exposes which members of Congress are stocking the capital ($$$). Oh, and while…

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⁠Join or Die, Grammy’s, Governor’s Ball and Bianca⁠ 1:16:57

9M ago1:16:57

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Breaking News: Samie and Emily consider whether we’re all switching to LinkedIn and what Bob Ferguson thinks he’s doing. Emily reviews the Governor’s Ball, and Samie recaps her trip to Palm Springs. Samie recommends great books and movies, and Emily sings through her pain. They also take their cues from President George Bush and First Lady Michelle…

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YUCK. The Eyeroll Episode. 1:03:23

10M ago1:03:23

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The Um, Sir Podcast is fashionably late—but like that one friend who always shows up last, the topics are still “hot.” It’s Black History Month, so hopefully, your MLK Day was a “day on” and not just a day off. From Greenland to the Gulf of Mexico, their One Line A Day journals are bursting at the seams with daily nonsense. A Belgian comedian tells…

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The answer is bear, no-commitment resolutions and tattoos. 1:02:12

11M ago1:02:12

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Join Samie and Emily as they welcome the new and problematic year. Don't worry; they pooped before midnight so as not to bring certain s*** into 2025. They discuss the coming avocado shortage, Denmark's response to Trump's plan to purchase Greenland, a 70,000-member group of men talking about how to assault women, and how the promise of mass deport…

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The Death of TikTok, Repro Rights Rundown, and Outlander's William is a Little B**** 1:28:00

11M ago1:28:00

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Samie and Emily are back with the last Power P’s of 2024, and let’s say—it’s all a hot mess. The you-know-what has already hit the fan, and it’s splattering everywhere. From the latest federal spending plan to our new President Fugly-Truck, to the heartbreaking reality that women are dying and losing limbs for the sake of fetuses, those same anti-a…

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Buy Now! Matt Gaetz Pep Talks, Skywalkers, and Future Gun Owners 1:15:33

12M ago1:15:33

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Emily and Samie took a brief hiatus for Thanksgiving (and the National Day of Mourning), but not before serving up a chaotic podcast platter featuring: - The dilemma of buying a firearm. - Pro tips on what to do when someone honks at you—hint: it’s not wave politely. They dive into the wild world of reproductive rights, from the State of Georgia fi…

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Serrano's Broken Face, Gay Frogs, and Idiocracy at it's Finest 1:15:28

12M ago1:15:28

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As self-proclaimed promoters, philanthropists, and actual faces of boxing, Samie and Emily know America needs a fight and are “Hot to Go” for the Weird Al version of the song. This week, they break down the ultimate fights: a Puerto Rican woman who holds the Guinness World Record for the most boxing world championships won in different weight class…

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Your Morning(s) After Pill! 1:19:34

1y ago1:19:34

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Samie and Emily joined a clear minority of women the morning after the election day-drinking and shouting, "I told you so!"—a cathartic reaction to the results. It’s almost as if they experienced an entire emotional rollercoaster in an hour like Love Is Blind condenses 42 days of drama into eight bite-sized episodes. Hold onto those birth control p…

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Welcome to Downerville! 2:16:23

1y ago2:16:23

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Samie and Emily are here to help lower your expectations on November 5. And even though they had two weeks of stuff to cover, they still managed to have a shorter podcast than Joe Rogan. Samie guilts Emily into watching depressing documentaries and weird, scary shows and movies because they might just be masochists, and Emily shares her real-life h…

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Menendez Monsters, Miracles Happen, and Mark Cuban 1:10:56

1y ago1:10:56

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They're at it again! Samie dives into the second Washington State Governor's Debate, where Reichert decided to channel his inner JD Vance. Emily wails over the suggestion that she applies for political jobs since she would rather focus on her Reproductive Rights NFL Fantasy Football bracket. They also conclude that Marshawn Lynch might be worse at …

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Nobody Wants This, VP Debate, Jezabels, Fact Checks, and Stupid Laws in Idaho 1:40:20

1y ago1:40:20

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Are Democrats summoning hurricanes in the South? Are Republicans out there lighting fires in California? Is Melania secretly Team Pro-Choice? And, most importantly, are we the assholes? Spoiler alert: Nope. Samie and Emily are back at it with another podcast episode featuring the Vice Presidential Debate, a deep dive into witchy competence, and a c…

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Perfect Couple, Roosevelts, Scooter Crashes, and Dave Grohl 1:22:32

1y ago1:22:32

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Samie and Emily are back with another episode of the Power P’s! They talk about two serious debate fails, young life, and why the Roosevelts should remind us that the world was always crazy. They bemoan the co-opting of the Chicks and Taylor Swift and how Dave Grohl let us all down. Emily finally admits she is over cats and details her last travel …

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Home Economics. Death Penalty. Diddy. 1:06:55

1y ago1:06:55

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Emily was a little slow on the edit two weeks ago, but this chat from September 20 still holds up in our ever-changing pop culture and political landscape. Trump buys his seven-year-old niece underwear and demonstrates his failure as a gangster. Washington state officially closed its death penalty chamber, while four other states carried out five d…

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Vasectomies, Everett’s Worst Ex Ever, Russian Bots, Keaton and Covfefe 1:26:14

1y ago1:26:14

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads @emilyineverett and @samie_blood. School is back in session. Hope is making a comeback. And apparently, 1770s fashion is back. Samie and Emily talk Taylor Swift, living with high cholesterol AND anxiety, the high cost of goods, and why we should vote No on I-2109. They relive their …

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Thank you, Next. Couch Change and Crime 1:57:58

1+ y ago1:57:58

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads ⁠@emilyineverett⁠ and ⁠@samie_blood⁠. The glasses are half full on this Power P’s Podcast! In episode 12, Samie and Emily learn the unique differences between the Republican Party, the Calm Rational GOP Party, the Trump Republican Party, the MAGA Republican Party, the Stand-Up Ameri…

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It's-the-first-of-the-month! 2:16:04

1+ y ago2:16:04

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads ⁠@emilyineverett⁠ and ⁠@samie_blood⁠. July 2024 is over, and boy, oh boy, it was a doozy! Samie and Emily spent their free time sitting on couches, disassociating, watching people worry about the elderly, and having flashbacks to 2016. They share their community service removing cru…

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Shitty Pants, Patrol Live, Project 2025, Satanists with Credentials, and Golf Misogyny. 1:10:40

1+ y ago1:10:40

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads ⁠@emilyineverett⁠ and ⁠@samie_blood⁠. We're back, and surprise, you're on Patrol Live! Join Power P’s Emily in Everett and her neighbor Samie for a discussion on actual porn versus good television, sharks vs. guinea pigs, and what it means to be an A member or a B member at the Ever…

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Bad Built, Gender Data Bias, WA Parental Rights, Orange Slurpees for 34 cents! 1:39:49

1+ y ago1:39:49

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads ⁠@emilyineverett⁠ and ⁠@samie_blood⁠. We did it! Another episode of Power P’s is up! In this episode, Emily and Samie dive into ACOTAR dream casting, share some thrilling Outlander news, and discuss the downfall of Kevin Spacey and other notoriously creepy stars. Emily reveals her l…

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RFK Jr.'s Brain Worm, Met Gala Guillotine, Latest Rom Coms, Control 2:11:14

1+ y ago2:11:14

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads ⁠@emilyineverett⁠ and ⁠@samie_blood⁠. In this episode of the Power P’s, Emily and Samie dive into Macklemore’s latest song and its potential impact on the 2024 Election. They’ll also dissect the Met Gala, critiquing participants with the digital guillotine, and talk about the slew o…

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The Power P’s has a new episode! 2:25:21

1+ y ago2:25:21

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Find your hosts, Emily Wicks and Samie Blood, on Instagram/Threads ⁠@emilyineverett⁠ and ⁠@samie_blood⁠. Included: Britney Spears update !!! 🌷💩 !!! Someone, please get her a 2015 iPhone Pro Max. Emily notes that Cricut machines are for personal crafts, not for starting a business. Samie learns that Larry Bird is not running for Everett Mayor, and w…

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How to hire marketing professionals 42:33

2y ago42:33

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Morgan Cummins from TalentHub gives his top tips to hire marketing professionals. We discuss the job spec and how to make it more inclusive. How long it takes to hire marketing professionals. What to do if you don't have marketing expertise in-house. Thanks for tuning in. For more information, visit the site witty-banter.com Or reach out to me on L…

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The outlook for social media 2024 37:28

2y ago37:28

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Are you ready for social media 2024? In this episode, Mo Shehu shares his predictions for social media and marketing this year. We discuss: The outlook for social media in 2024 Is video worth it? Why you should be vulnerable online How AI will affect content creation How to get testimonials (The quick and easy way). Connect with Mo on LinkedIn Conn…