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30 JAN · BONUS

The Wrestling-ification of Politics (Unedited Bonus with Josie Riesman)

This is our last unedited bonus before we're back with a brand new episode next week! This week, we bring you the entirety of my conversation with Josephine Riesman who authored Ringmaster: Vince McMahon and the Unmaking of America. We talked about the parallels between wrestling and modern politics and had a blast doing it. Please enjoy and stay tuned for a new episode next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Jan · Bonus

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55 min
19 FEB

This Is How The States Can Save Us From Trump

This week on Gloves Off, host Tara McGowan is joined by Chris Armitage: journalist, prolific writer, researcher, and former veteran.From working within the military and carceral systems to reporting on the Trump administration, Chris has spent plenty of time trying to fix our systems from within. Now as he continues to research state's rights, soft succession, and opposition federalism, Chris is helping to pave a way forward for the people to push back against a lawless Federal branch, and retake control of how their government serves them.You can find Chris at @chrisarmitage1 on Substack and @carmitage.bsky.social on Bluesky. For more like this, follow Tara McGowan at @taramcgowanri on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Feb

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57 min
24 FEB

How To Stand Up Against Tyranny When No One Else Will with Miles Taylor

This week, host Tara McGowan sits down with author, security expert, and infamous Trump whistleblower Miles Taylor. Taylor has first hand experience fighting gloves-off with Donald Trump: after serving as a specialty security advisor during his first administration, Taylor learned first-hand just how far over the line Trump was willing to cross – and how many people were willing to let him get away with it. Now as a news commentator, Taylor joins Gloves Off to discuss what it was like to go public with what he knew back in 2018, what it’s like in Trump’s world, and how to defy corruption when we look it in the face. For more like this, follow @taramcgowanri on Instagram. You can find Miles at @MilesTaylorUSA on X or at defiance.news And check out COURIER's rebuttal to the State of the Union with https://www.defiance.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Feb

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59 min
10 MAR

The Epstein War: Trump’s Latest Distraction

The Democrats have been letting the Trump Administration walk all over them, playing a game with outdated rules that no longer apply. But are the actions of the White House symbolic of a “last gasp” of capitalism and the patriarchy as we know it? And is there a way for Dems to stand up and take advantage of it? Today’s guest is Leigh McGowan, AKA PoliticsGirl, a writer, journalist, and online opinion maker dedicated to helping people reconnect to politics and realize how what is happening on a national and global scale affects them. All too familiar with going viral for a rant on CNN and the nightmare that is the online state of political discussion, McGowan joins host Tara McGowan (no relation) to discuss the reality of modern-day politics, how Democrats are failing to adapt, and what the worst case scenarios under the Trump administration might look like. Listen and follow wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Mar

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48 min
BONUS

New Show from COURIER: How Is This Better?

Introducing a new show from COURIER, How Is This Better? with Akilah Hughes – who challenges all the grifters and demagogues who demand our money, time, allegiance, and attention. This show is for anyone who's looked around lately and said, "wait...how is this supposed to be better?" Subscribe/follow wherever you listen or watch to podcasts: YouTube Apple Spotify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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3 min
20 FEB

Is ICE More Like the Gestapo or Slave Patrols? Yes.

People keep comparing ICE to the Gestapo. But is that the right historical analogy? We we talk with public historian Ashley Baron aka @ashleytheebarroness who went viral making the argument that the comparison overlooks a home-grown analogy. We also speak with Claire Aubin who is a Nazi-era historian and host of the podcast, This Guy Sucked, to break down what the Gestapo actually was — and why the ideology behind it matters more than any one-to-one comparison people point to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Feb

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35 min
05/12/2025

Can Boycotts Fight Fascism?

You may have heard a lot about boycotting this year, especially when talking about Target or Amazon. Organized actions like these have been happening year-round, but are reaching peak intensity now that we’re well within the holiday season. One such boycott, called We Ain’t Buying It, aimed to draw attention to how giant retailers are using our money against our own interests: funding candidates like Trump and policies that endanger our communities, civil rights and economic interests. LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter who helped organize the campaign, joined the podcast this week to talk about what the campaign hoped to achieve, the history of boycotting as a political tool in the US, and why where you spend this holiday season actually matters. You can find Latosha at @mslatoshabrown on IG, and learn more about the boycott at weaintbuyingit.com. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:13 We Ain’t Buying It 09:27 How corporations are funding Trump 14:17 Why are boycotts effective? 17:54 Where should people redirect their money? 19:37 Your money talks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05/12/2025

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24 min
18/07/2025

The Manosphere and the Alpha Male Content Trap

Akila Hughes explores the dangerous online pipelines that lure men seeking advice into radical ideologies. Joined by guests Denny Carter, Adam Mockler, and EJ Dickson, the episode delves into the manipulative tactics used by figures like Andrew Tate and Joe Rogan to push hyper-masculine agendas. The discussion highlights the detrimental effects of these ideologies on mental health, relationships, and societal norms. Guests: Adam Mockler, YouTube Creator Denny Carter, author at Bad Faith Times EJ Dickson, senior writer at The Cut CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction to "Male Dominance" and Alpha "Ideals" 00:33 - The Manosphere's Influence on Men 01:56 - Social Media's Role in Shaping Masculinity 03:46 - The Alpha Male Archetype: Rogan vs. Tate 05:16 - The Pipeline 07:14 - The Impact of Algorithms on Content Consumption 08:46 - The Rise of Male Optimization Culture11:11 Critique of Modern Masculinity Ideals 18:14 -The Left's Struggle in Online Spaces 20:58 - Conclusion: The State of Modern Manhood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18/07/2025

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27 min
22 JAN

Jasmine Crockett Tells Dems to Catch Up or Move On

For the inaugural episode of Gloves Off, Tara is joined by none other than Representative Jasmine Crockett.A passionate leader and fighter for the causes she believes in, Crockett is known for being as authentic as she is impactful on the floor. This episode, she sits down with Tara to discuss her legislative "power moves", what it means to represent her home state of Texas, and what the Democratic party could look like under different, more effective leadership. You can find Tara on Instagram @taramcgowanri for more analysis like this, and you can stream Gloves Off on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you get your pods. This episode is sponsored by Americans United for Separation of Church and State. To learn more and get involved, visit ⁠⁠au.org/courier⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Jan

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38 min
6 FEB

Bad Bunny, The Super Bowl, and the American Denial of Puerto Rico

Your conservative uncle is wrong about Bad Bunny. So are Trump, all of MAGA, and the angry drunk guys who watch the NFL. They're mad because Bad Bunny will be performing the half time show at the Superbowl this Sunday, and he'll be singing in Spanish - you know, the language the songs are written in - and believe that that makes him fundamentally un-american. Unfortunately, this is not a unique experience. Puerto Rico, where Bad Bunny is from, has faced this same rejection and discrimination for years. But why? What did Puerto Rico ever do to them? Becca Ramos and I are going to find out. SUBSCRIBE to How Is This Better wherever you get your podcasts including YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Feb

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17 min

We're constantly bombarded by grifters who claim to have all the solutions. From Donald Trump promising to "make America great" to tech bros who say they're making the world a "better place." Akilah Hughes has had enough. She's finally asking...How Is This Better?

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The Wrestling-ification of Politics (Unedited Bonus with Josie Riesman)

This Is How The States Can Save Us From Trump

How To Stand Up Against Tyranny When No One Else Will with Miles Taylor

The Epstein War: Trump’s Latest Distraction

New Show from COURIER: How Is This Better?

Is ICE More Like the Gestapo or Slave Patrols? Yes.

Can Boycotts Fight Fascism?

The Manosphere and the Alpha Male Content Trap

Jasmine Crockett Tells Dems to Catch Up or Move On

Bad Bunny, The Super Bowl, and the American Denial of Puerto Rico

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