Getting Hammered

Laissez-Faire Media
  • 4.7 (786)
  • NEWS COMMENTARY
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

A sharp, funny politics podcast for people who want the news without the freakout. Each week, Getting Hammered takes a hammer to the headlines, breaking down politics, media spin, and cultural meltdowns with skepticism and fun. Overcaffeinated and underprepared, moderately right and moderately reliable, we never take ourselves too seriously. But keep you informed on serious topics with no panic and no partisan loyalty tests. Just laughs, well-earned side-eye, and occasional libations. 

  1. 5D AGO

    A Conservative Crash Out For Christmas

    Mary Katharine Ham and special guest-host Kelly Maher discuss the surprising amount of political news being made in the right-of-center coalition during the week of Christmas. It's like a Friday-night news dump for the whole year! We are on Widow Defense and Commendation for Erika Kirk for running AmFest, we get into Ben Shapiro's speech, Tucker Carlson's reaction, Megyn Kelly's anger at Shapiro and behind-the-scenes work for the Erika-Candace summit, and of course, the Candace Owens of it all. Also, the Heritage Foundation continues its come-apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 6m

  2. DEC 19

    Bonus Getting Hammered Gets a Lil Hammered: Christmas Cocktails!

    Mary Katharine Ham makes cocktails for spirits expert Vic Matus. It's nerve-wracking. Did she succeed?! We mixed a LOT of liquors, with a garnish of news, plus favorite and hated Christmas carols and movies! On the drink menu: A Cranberry Snow Globe Spritzer, a Gingerbread Martini, a Cranberry Margarita, a Peppermint White Russian, and a Cider with Bourbon. We even had fresh-roasted chestnuts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m

  3. DEC 17

    A Few Good Podcast Hosts

    In this episode of Getting Hammered, hosts Mary Katharine Ham and Vic Matus talk holiday preparations and Nashville hot chicken followed by more serious topics, addressing tragic news events in Bondi Beach and Brown University. The conversation shifts to political insights regarding the current administration feature in Vanity Fair, followed by a discussion on Rob Reiner's passing and Trump's controversial response. Ending on a lighter note with a discussion on font changes at the State Department and concludes with a highlight of "Trashed Panda" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 6m

  4. DEC 12

    Bonus: Karen Vaites and MKH on School Closings, Literacy, and Why Them Kids Ain't Learnin' Good

    We're excited to offer some interviews as bonus content on Getting Hammered with friends of the show on topics we care about. Today, Karen Vaites, an expert on literacy and curriculum, who really knows the nitty-gritty about how students learn, what works, and what we can replicate. We rant a bit about school closings and Randi Weingarten, then get on to the business of moving forward— the Mississippi Miracle, the Southern Surge, and whether skepticism is warranted. We are optimists. There is good news! We're trying to spread the word and help spread the strategy. That's where you come in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min

  5. DEC 10

    Chicken Tenders & Kennedy Center

    In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Vic Matus discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal updates and holiday preparations to the competitive landscape of fried chicken chains. They delve into the political implications of Jasmine Crockett's Senate run, the Minnesota fraud case, and the cultural issues surrounding it. The conversation also touches on college football playoff controversies and reflections on the Kennedy Center Honors. 10:35 - Jasmine Crockett 22:40 - Minnesota Fraud 31:00 - Kennedy Center Honors 39:43 - College Football Playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    58 min

  6. DEC 5

    A Near-Christmas Miracle: We're Back!

    In the inaugural independent episode of "Getting Hammered," Vic and MK decide to bring back the show at least once a week this holiday season, with thanks to all you listeners who have stuck around during hiatus season. In the near future, we'll concoct some ways for you to support the show as we head toward the new year, whether it's premium content, subscriptions, or contributing to our holiday cocktail fund. In the meantime, you can help by subscribing, listening, reviewing, and spreading the word. Today, Vic and MK do a review of Thanksgiving health damage, Christmas traffic, and MK's kids destroying decor before diving into U.S. military attacks on alleged drug-trafficking boats near Venezuela, the law of the sea, Franklin memes, Aftyn Behn, midterm forecasts, special elections, and people who should not sing on stage, the Minnesota massive fraud story, and the drama, drama, drama of Lane Kiffin.  10:10 Narco Terrorist 21:45 Minnesota 31:25 2026 Prospects 44:39 Lane Kiffin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m

  7. NOV 7

    Post-Election

    We’re back again to discuss on the recent election outcomes in New Jersey and Virginia, Mamdani in NYC, and a few updates while we have been away. Tune in! 8:06 - Elections 27:19 - Mamdani 35:58 - Heritage Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min

  8. SEP 19

    Life After Charlie

    Watch this episode on Youtube! We're back to discuss Charlie Kirk and the reaction to his assassination, Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, and a few other things we missed while we were away. Tune in! timestamps: 14:49 - Charlie Kirk 44:07 Jimmy Kimmel 58:43 - Lightning Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 18m
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A sharp, funny politics podcast for people who want the news without the freakout. Each week, Getting Hammered takes a hammer to the headlines, breaking down politics, media spin, and cultural meltdowns with skepticism and fun. Overcaffeinated and underprepared, moderately right and moderately reliable, we never take ourselves too seriously. But keep you informed on serious topics with no panic and no partisan loyalty tests. Just laughs, well-earned side-eye, and occasional libations. 

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  • Creator
    Laissez-Faire Media
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    388
  • Copyright
    © 058aa280-da17-11f0-bed3-45da93568846

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