Best Tom Sage Podcasts (2025)

1
Will You Accept This Rosary? w. Parker Molloy 1:21:08

3d ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Erin and Alyssa are together IN PERSON to discuss the latest news from the Texas bill that would mandate wastewater testing for mifepristone, to how Janet Mills’ resistance to funding cuts paid off, to a preview of the papal conclave. Then Parker Molloy, author of The Present Age newsletter, joins for a conversation about the problems with the main…

1
1,054 - Al Stewart, Livingston Taylor, Sweet Honey In The Rock, The Nighthawks, and Cristina Vane 2:29:27

15h ago2:29:27

2:29:27

This episode was recorded on April 6th, 2025 at Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, VA. The lineup includes Al Stewart, Livingston Taylor, Sweet Honey In The Rock, The Nighthawks, and Cristina Vane. https://bit.ly/4lWtFIyBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
A Very Domestic B*tch w. Katherine LaNasa 1:26:03

10d ago1:26:03

1:26:03

Erin and Alyssa unpack how the suspension of the de minimis exemption will affect our shopping habits, Trump’s exploitation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, and conservative women’s media desire to “make America hot again.” Then the Pitt’s Katherine LaNasa, aka Nurse Dana, joins to talk about the making of America’s favorite TV s…

1
Next 2 The Lamp - Ep. 183 Sage Greisen (Musician) 45:56

8d ago45:56

45:56

We have the great and powerful Sage Greisen on the show this time to discuss his life and how he got into music. Check it out ande don't forget to go to our youtube channel and sign up!

1
1,053 - Loudon Wainwright III, Janiva Magness, John Ellison & Joe Beard, Dan Navarro, and Ali McGuirk 2:22:04

9d ago2:22:04

2:22:04

This episode was recorded on March 21st, 2025 at Kodak Hall in Rochester, NY. The lineup includes Loudon Wainwright III, Janiva Magness, John Ellison & Joe Beard, Dan Navarro, and Ali McGuirk. https://bit.ly/4jxGpUBBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Trump’s War on Moms w. Reshma Saujani 1:25:08

17d ago1:25:08

1:25:08

Donald Trump has waged a war on children, and activist and founder of Moms First, Reshma Saujani, joins to discuss how the administration's policies harm mothers. Erin and Alyssa also cover Pete Hegseth’s leaky group chats, RFK Jr.’s plans to create a registry of autistic Americans, and the future of the Take It Down Act. They wrap it up in the san…

1
1,052 - MC Taylor Goldsmith Show, Kat Edmonson, Ken Pomeroy, Jonny Fritz, and Scott Mulvahill 2:12:07

15d ago2:12:07

2:12:07

This episode was recorded on March 9, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes The MC Taylor Goldsmith Show (featuring Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes and MC Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger), Kat Edmonson, Ken Pomeroy, Jonny Fritz, and Scott Mulvahill. https://bit.ly/4iftS6O…

1
Next 2 The Lamp - Ep. 182 Pat Golden (Musician) 1:16:10

23d ago1:16:10

1:16:10

On this episode we have the one and only Pat Golden! Pat is an amazing muscician in town that plays acoustic outlaw country. We discuss his upbringing, how he got into music and life in general. Check it out and show him some love!

1
Fashion Police in the Trade War 1:26:35

24d ago1:26:35

1:26:35

RFK Jr. is gutting the CDC, Elon Musk has a breeding fetish, Speaker Mike Johnson does not want new mothers to vote in Congress, and Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco are here to break it down. They also dive into how Trump’s tariffs are impacting the luxury goods economy and whether anyone wants to buy a Louis Vuitton bag made in Texas. They wrap …

1
1,051- Larkin Poe, Victoria Canal, Raye Zaragoza, Ron Pope, and Christian Lopez 2:19:19

22d ago2:19:19

2:19:19

This episode was recorded on February 16th, 2025 at the Canady Creative Arts Centerat West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Larkin Poe, Victoria Canal, Raye Zaragoza, Ron Pope, and Christian Lopez. https://bit.ly/3RWmKBeBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
The New Tariff in Town w. Samantha Bee & Jasmine Crockett 1:28:13

1M ago1:28:13

1:28:13

Samantha Bee joins Alyssa Mastromonaco to discuss the latest on Trump’s tariffs, I.C.E. 's partnership with the I.R.S., and Laura Loomer in the Oval Office. They also have an honest conversation about their journey through menopause, which is a struggle for everybody, even Oprah. Then Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett joins for some real talk about D.…

1
1,050- The Headhunters, Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters, David Berkeley, Buffalo Rose, and Crys Matthews 2:14:14

30d ago2:14:14

2:14:14

This episode was recorded on February 2nd, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes The Headhunters, Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters, David Berkeley, Buffalo Rose, and Crys Matthews. https://bit.ly/42AWjHvBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Next 2 The Lamp - Ep. 181 Dr. Tom (Musician, Scientist) 1:09:09

1M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

On this episode we have the wonderful Dr. Tom. Dr. Tom is a local musician and scientist who keeps killing it in his field. We discuss music, his life, and his field of science! check it out and don't forget to show him some love!

1
Reproductive Health & Unserious Cabinet Members w. Samantha Bee & Kiran Deol 1:22:18

1M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

Samantha Bee joins Hysteria to talk reproductive health funding, special elections, and the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. They don’t feel bad for criticizing Kristi Noem’s outfits, and they do feel a little bad that Elise Stefanik lost her cabinet position. Sam also gets in touch with her Canadian roots and gives the inside perspective on how…

1
1,049 - Oliver Wood, Stephen Wilson Jr., Dar Williams, TopHouse, and Cloud Cult 2:23:54

1M ago2:23:54

2:23:54

This episode was recorded on January 26th, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Oliver Wood, Stephen Wilson Jr., Dar Williams, TopHouse, and Cloud Cult. https://bit.ly/4hTzT8LBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Monica Lewinsky & Mallory McMorrow on Reclaiming, Education, and Group Chats 1:16:11

2M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Monica Lewinsky and Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow join for a very special episode of Hysteria. Mallory and Alyssa discuss Trump’s systematic dismantling of the Department of Education, Lisa Murkowski’s scathing read of the Republican Party, and their media diets. Then Monica shares behind-the-scenes stories from her new podcast and what r…

1
1,048 - Kip Moore, Joy Clark, Brad Tursi, Andrew Marlin Stringband, and Matt Mullins & The Bringdowns with guest host David Mayfield 2:22:08

1M ago2:22:08

2:22:08

This episode was recorded on December 8, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes SKip Moore, Joy Clark, Brad Tursi, Andrew Marlin Stringband, and Matt Mullins & The Bringdowns with guest host David Mayfield. bit.ly/4iwypCoBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
March Madness w. Errin Haines & Megan Gailey 1:14:47

2M ago1:14:47

1:14:47

Alyssa Mastromonaco and guest host Errin Haines (The 19* News) dive into federal budget cuts, criminal abortion charges in Texas, and egg trafficking at the border. Then, Megan Gailey joins for a March Madness panel to discuss Juju Watkins, Paige Bueckers, and their predictions for the NCAA Basketball tournament. They also chat about The White Lotu…

1
1,047 - Stephen Kellogg, Jill Sobule, Mindy Smith, Caleb Caudle & The Sweet Critters, and The David Mayfield Parade 2:30:05

2M ago2:30:05

2:30:05

This episode was recorded on December 1st, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Stephen Kellogg, Jill Sobule, Mindy Smith, Caleb Caudle & The Sweet Critters, and The David Mayfield Parade, with guest host Conor Knighton. http://bit.ly/3FLIixDBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
America in Retrograde w. Errin Haines & Dr. Karen Tang 1:30:50

2M ago1:30:50

1:30:50

America is in retrograde, and Errin Haines of The 19th* News and Alyssa Mastromonaco are here to talk about it. They discuss the latest on the dismantling of the Department of Education, Kamala Harris’s next political move, and the consequences of resistance under Trump. Then, internationally recognized leader in reproductive health and board-certi…

1
Toxic Silver Lining w. Sami Sage 1:19:03

2M ago1:19:03

1:19:03

Betches co-founder Sami Sage joins Alyssa Mastromonaco to dig into Trump’s Joint Address to Congress. They discuss his speech’s glaring hypocrisy, the exploitation of his guests’ trauma, and the democratic response. They also chat about the Resistance Rangers standing up for national parks, the wrath J.D. Vance faced on his ski trip to Vermont, and…

1
I’ll See You In Court! w. Akilah Hughes 1:12:38

2M ago1:12:38

1:12:38

The House passed a GOP budget framework, Elon Musk attended the first White House Cabinet meeting, and Alyssa Mastromonaco and guest host Akilah Hughes have a LOT of opinions. They also discuss the trickle-down effect of Trump’s executive orders on a state level, the Republican obsession with transgender athletes in the NCAA, and the modern resista…

1
Doge Eat Doge World w. Sami Sage & Suzanne Lambert 1:27:18

3M ago1:27:18

1:27:18

Betches co-founder Sami Sage joins Alyssa Mastromonaco to discuss the MAGA madness from RFK Jr.’s anti-SSRI crusade to the DOGE-fueled staffing purges. Then they have a sani-petty extravaganza with Suzanne Lambert, aka liberal Regina George, and senior producer Caroline Reston. They feel petty about the Elon Musk Ashley St. Clair baby drama and Whi…

1
Trump Protects Nobody w. Errin Haines 1:11:38

3M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

Alyssa Mastromonaco is joined by Errin Haines from The 19th to discuss Trump’s (obvious) failed promise to protect women, Nancy Mace’s insanity on the house floor, DOGE’s attacks on the Department of Education, and the gutting of The Kennedy Center’s board. They also are feeling petty af about Bridget Jones's Diary, but at least Martha Stewart’s re…

1
Elon Musk Has Run Amok w. Errin Haines 1:14:33

3M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

Errin Haines from the 19th News joins Hysteria to analyze the latest news from Washington, including Trump’s DEI panic, the status of Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr.’s senate confirmations, and Elon Musk’s sticky fingerprints. They also give a reproductive healthcare update discussing anti-abortion advocates' attempt to use environmental policy to their …

1
Look Alive Democrats! w. Julissa Arce 1:27:33

3M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Trump has been in office for less than two weeks, and he has already frozen (and unfrozen) essential federal funds, packed his executive orders with anti-abortion B.S., tried to push government employees out of their jobs with “buyouts,” and Erin and Alyssa are here to talk about it. They also talk about RFK Jr.’s hot mess Senate confirmation heari…

1
Can the ERA Survive Trump? w. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand 59:37

4M ago59:37

59:37

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joins Hysteria to talk about the future of the Equal Rights Amendment under Trump, her goals for her role as chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, and honor the memory of Cecile Richards. Erin and Alyssa also review Trump’s executive orders from his first days in office and question if any of them will ac…

1
Los Angeles Remains Untriggered w. Michaela Watkins 1:28:35

4M ago1:28:35

1:28:35

Comedian Michaela Watkins joins Hysteria to discuss the impacts of the LA fires one week after they began and how the community has shown up to provide relief. Erin and Alyssa also recap the insanity of the Pete Hegseth confirmation hearings and Zuckerberg sucking up to Joe Rogan. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a tr…

1
It Ends With Us Legal Fight Begins 1:10:16

4M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Erin and Alyssa break down the legal saga unfolding between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over the misconduct that happened on the set of It Ends With Us and the smear campaign that followed. They also discuss a historic breakthrough in the fight against medical debt, Meta’s twisted new hate speech policies, and how Democrats should deal with con…

1
Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams: How to Stand Up to Project 2025 and Save Public Education 52:29

4M ago52:29

52:29

The Hysteria team is off this week, but we're excited to bring you an episode of Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams. In this episode, Stacey talks to Kate Nazemi, a local education activist and parent, and Jon Valant, director of the Brown Center on Education Policy at the Brookings Institution, about the future of public education during a secon…

1
2024: Great Music, Terrible Vibes 1:05:23

5M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco say goodbye and good riddance to 2024 with help from guest panelists Akilah Hughes and Kara Klenk. They reflect on the parts of the year that kept them sane, from the Paris Olympics to the Kendrick-Drake beef. Then, they talk about holiday traditions and read out listener submissions about odd and wholesome ways to…

1
Next 2 The Lamp - Ep. 179 J-Misty (Musician/Geologist) 1:49:18

5M ago1:49:18

1:49:18

This episode is wild. We talk to an amzing person who is a Geologist as well as a great musician from my town. He plays the guitar, mandolin, and who knows what else. He is also pretty good with rocks. Check this out and don't forget to show him some love!

1
1,046 - Blitzen Trapper, Low Cut Connie, Town Mountain, and Humbird 2:18:31

5M ago2:18:31

2:18:31

This episode was recorded on November 10th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Blitzen Trapper, Low Cut Connie, Town Mountain, and Humbird. https://bit.ly/4gv55LGBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
On The Gaetz Day of Christmas 1:01:04

5M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast. Supreme Court to hear challenge to banning TikTok in U.S. (Washington Post 12/18) In reversal, key House panel votes to release Matt Gaetz ethics report (CNN 12/18) The House has its…

1
1,045 - Brother Elsey, Jenny Owen Youngs, Matt Pond PA, Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, and Jeremy Short 2:24:11

5M ago2:24:11

2:24:11

This episode was recorded on November 3rd, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Brother Elsey, Jenny Owen Youngs, Matt Pond PA, Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, and Jeremy Short. http://bit.ly/3Pl761nBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
The System Won’t Dismantle Itself 55:28

5M ago55:28

55:28

After the media storm (and internet thirsting) surrounding the UHC CEO shooting suspect, Erin and Alyssa make sense of the cultural response online and what this says about the rage Americans feel toward the for-profit healthcare industry, and whether we’re entering a new era of class solidarity… or of fame-hungry copycats. Then they discuss the ri…

1
Of Course It Was About Race and Sex w. Errin Haines 1:08:46

5M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

It’s no secret that we are angry about Trump’s win, but who and what are we angry at? Editor at Large of the 19th News, Errin Haines, joins Erin and Alyssa to discuss how racism and misogyny led to Trump’s win. They also check in on how democratic governors are bracing for Trump’s impact, and the latest news on disgraced Secretary of Defense pick P…

1
Thanksgiving Happy Hour 39:38

5M ago39:38

39:38

Erin and Alyssa are joined by producer Caroline Reston to answer your questions from the Thanksgiving mailbag. They dish on holiday recipes, strategies for navigating politics at the dinner table, and who they would cast in a hypothetical Hysteria movie. To have your questions answered in a future Hysteria Mailbag, join us on Discord: https://crook…

1
So, Are We Buying Guns Now? 59:18

6M ago59:18

59:18

While Trump is busy casting his cabinet and staff picks with former reality stars, Fox News hosts, sex pests, and even some of America’s Worst Women, Alyssa and Erin are here to keep you posted. They discuss the rights and wrongs of the women Trump picked and question who will even make it to the inauguration. Then they ponder the question on a lot…

1
1,044 - Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore with the Guilty Ones, Will Hoge, Alex Cuba, MALINDA, and Sarah Siskind 2:24:25

6M ago2:24:25

2:24:25

This episode was recorded on October 27th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore with the Guilty Ones, Will Hoge, Alex Cuba, MALINDA, and Sarah Siskind. https://bit.ly/3ZcDA3oBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Should We Unfriend Trump Voters? 1:12:08

6M ago1:12:08

1:12:08

This week, Erin and Alyssa assembled a super-panel with award-winning journalist Errin Haines, activist and author Julissa Arce, and comedian Megan Gailey. They chat about how things are settling post-election, from what it would really take for a woman to become president to the misguided logic of people who split their vote on abortion. Then, the…

1
1,043 - JD Simo & Luther Dickinson, Paul Kelly, Kyle Tuttle Band, John Craigie, and Wayne Graham 2:31:57

6M ago2:31:57

2:31:57

This episode was recorded on October 20th, 2024 at Joan C. Edwards PAC in Huntington, WV. The lineup includes JD Simo & Luther Dickinson, Paul Kelly, Kyle Tuttle Band, John Craigie, and Wayne Graham. http://bit.ly/3AIaZcSBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Trump Won. Now What? 53:14

6M ago53:14

53:14

After a night of very little sleep and a heartbreaking Harris loss, Erin and Alyssa come together to talk it through. They give down-ballot updates for Congress, state-level races, education, and abortion measures. Then they get into their feelings and try to navigate where this leaves us and a path forward. For a closed-captioned version of this e…

1
1,042 - Kyshona, American Patchwork Quartet, The Brother Brothers, and Stephanie Lambring 2:17:43

6M ago2:17:43

2:17:43

This episode was recorded on October 6th, 2024 at Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg, WV. The lineup includes Kyshona, American Patchwork Quartet, The Brother Brothers, and Stephanie Lambring. https://bit.ly/4fjALTNBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
5 Days To Save Democracy w. Stacey Abrams 1:25:36

6M ago1:25:36

1:25:36

Stacey Abrams joins Hysteria to talk about Georgia voters, the final days of the Harris Campaign, and what she’ll be watching for on election day. Then Erin and Alyssa dish on Harris’ final remarks, Trump on Joe Rogan, and where the hell Usha Vance has been during the campaign. Stick around to the end to hear a clip of Alyssa’s interview with Speak…

1
1,041 - Todd Snider, Amy Helm, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and Randall Bramblett 2:21:46

6M ago2:21:46

2:21:46

This episode was recorded on September 21st, 2024 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Todd Snider, Amy Helm, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and Randall Bramblett. https://bit.ly/48tV4vlBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Joy Reid on Giuliani's Karma and The Exonerated 5 1:04:51

7M ago1:04:51

1:04:51

MSNBC’s Joy Reid joins Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco for the pre-election final stretch. They break down Ron DeSantis’ latest voter intimidation schemes, new data illustrating the consequences of Dobb’s decisions, and Trump’s never-ending mission to antagonize the Exonerated Central Park 5. The ladies are feeling petty about WNBA referees and J…

1
1,040 - Madi Diaz, Judith Owen, The Dead Tongues, Swamp Dogg, and Tim Heidecker 2:26:45

7M ago2:26:45

2:26:45

This episode was recorded on September 20th, 2024 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Madi Diaz, Judith Owen, The Dead Tongues, Swamp Dogg, and Tim Heidecker. https://bit.ly/3YvWUs7By West Virginia Public Broadcasting

1
Disco Donald Trump Puzzles in Pennsylvania w. Chani Nicholas 1:09:52

7M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Are the 2024 election results written in the stars? Not quite, but Chani Nicholas joins to share what we have in store for the rest of the year from an astrological perspective. Then, a round of applause for Kamala Harris, who is nailing her media strategy and leaving no stone unturned. Meanwhile, Trump is barely functioning and abandoning his base…

1
1,039 - Joe Pug, Jobi Riccio, Carrie Newcomer, Curtis McMurtry, and The Local Honeys 2:22:56

7M ago2:22:56

2:22:56

This episode was recorded on August 25th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Joe Pug, Jobi Riccio, Carrie Newcomer, Curtis McMurtry, and The Local Honeys. https://bit.ly/4dJSWAqBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Tom Sage Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen