Political Malpractice

Political Malpractice

America is in the ICU, and the doctors in charge have no idea what they’re doing. Welcome to Political Malpractice. Will you just continue to watch the demise or will you actually do something?

  1. Trump’s Bible Marathon: A Divine Warning or Performative B******t?

    Apr 22

    Trump’s Bible Marathon: A Divine Warning or Performative B******t?

    Is it a display of divine inspiration or just the ultimate political grift? This week on Political Malpractice, Sasha and Chris hold nothing back as they tear into the Trump administration’s performative "Bible Marathon" and the terrifying weaponization of faith in modern politics. From the Oval Office to the Museum of the Bible, we break down why the exact verses being used to push Christian Nationalism might actually be God’s ultimate wake-up call to the MAGA base. We also dive into the real-world consequences of the right-wing obsession with policing bodies, bathrooms, and families. Plus, Chris takes a moment for some raw, personal accountability, reflecting on his past conservative leanings and issuing a heartfelt apology to the trans community. It’s a heavy-hitting, fiercely honest episode about waking up, taking a stand, and calling out the hypocrisy. In This Episode, We Discuss: ·       The Serena Joy Effect: How sincere faith is being manipulated by false prophets and power-hungry leaders, and why the "Handmaid's Tale" comparisons are no longer just fiction. ·       The Irony of 2 Chronicles 7:14: Why the verse Trump stumbled through is actually a direct warning against his own administration's "wicked ways." ·       The West Hollywood Altercation: Unpacking the viral moment where a gay dad defended his family from a right-wing grifter—and why straight men are so fundamentally threatened by the success of gay parents. ·       Missouri’s Bathroom Bill Absurdity: The logistical nightmare and sheer danger of forcing trans men like Buck Angel into the ladies' room, and how these bills actively prevent people from protecting their friends. ·       The Great Tariff Scam: Where is your $1,000 rebate? We explain how the GOP’s economic policies successfully robbed the working class to pad corporate pockets. Listen, Rate, and Subscribe! If you’re tired of the political malpractice and ready for the unfiltered truth, hit subscribe. Don't forget to leave us a 5-star review and share this episode with a friend—or your favorite conservative relative. Stay rebellious, and we'll see you on Sunday. *** Host: Sasha Co-Host: Chris Barrett Production: Political Malpractice Podcast

    1h 21m
  2. Vibes, Villains and Billionaires: The Tarantino Bible and The Billionaire Trap

    Apr 18

    Vibes, Villains and Billionaires: The Tarantino Bible and The Billionaire Trap

    Leftists don't vote for billionaires. In this episode, Sasha and Lela step away from the law books to vent about the state of the 2026 California Gubernatorial race. They pull back the curtain on Tom Steyer’s campaign promises, dissecting why his "plan" to arrest ICE agents isn't just ambitious—it’s legally impossible under the Supremacy Clause and the Nagel case. As a 3L and an experienced law student, the duo discusses the dangers of "vibes-based" voting and why Democrats must resist becoming "the new MAGA" when it comes to gullibility. The conversation also covers: ·       The Billionaire Problem: From fossil fuel histories to offshore accounts, why Lela insists that "leftists don't vote for billionaires." ·       Environmental Reality Checks: Sasha reflects on the "brown blanket" of smog from her childhood and why high gas taxes in California are a price worth paying for a clear sky for the next generation. ·       The Ethics of the Bar: Celebrating the disbarment of John Eastman and the ongoing legal drama surrounding Pam Bondi and the Epstein Transparency Act. ·       A Dark Reality for Women: A raw and necessary discussion on the "Rape Academy" reports, the "Choose the Bear" movement, and the systemic lack of safety for women in a culture that still rewards toxic masculinity. ·       The Tarantino Bible: A hilarious (yet terrifying) look at Pete Hegseth quoting Pulp Fiction as if it were the Book of Ezekiel. Whether you're a tired law student needing a study break or a Californian trying to make sense of the attack ads on your TV, this episode is a deep dive into what happens when political malpractice meets the hard truth of the law.

    1h 11m
  3. The Swalwell Scandal & Accountability Focus

    Apr 12

    The Swalwell Scandal & Accountability Focus

    This week on Political Malpractice, the international agenda gets tossed out the window because the California Governor's race is officially on fire. Sasha and Sunday co-host Lela dig into the absolute chaos of the state's jungle primary and why having 10+ Democratic candidates is setting the stage for a MAGA takeover in the Golden State. We break down the frontrunners, the billionaires in sheep's clothing, and the "tough on crime" hypocrites. Plus, Sasha brings the legal receipts to break down the federal rules of evidence regarding the disturbing Eric Swalwell sexual assault allegations. It’s time for Democrats to stop playing party politics and hold their own accountable. Period. Drop your thoughts in the comments: Should Swalwell drop out immediately? Who are you backing for CA Governor? Timestamps / Chapters: 0:00 - Welcome back to Political Malpractice! 0:50 - Tossing the Script: The California Drama 2:24 - What the Hell is a Jungle Primary? 14:29 - The MAGA Republicans: Chad Bianco & Steve Hilton 21:04 - Sheriff Bianco's Shady Warrants & Oathkeeper Ties 26:07 - Steve Hilton's "Family First" Dog Whistles 32:37 - The Democrats: Katie Porter's Vulnerabilities 38:40 - Tom Steyer: Why We Don't Trust Billionaires 41:40 - The Case for Xavier Becerra: The Most Qualified Candidate 55:11 - Ballot Lawsuits & The Fringe Candidates 1:01:26 - Stop Splitting the Vote! (Drop Out, Betty Yee) 1:06:50 - The Eric Swalwell Scandal: Breaking Down the Allegations 1:08:48 - Calling Out Democratic Hypocrisy & "Pretty Privilege" 1:15:48 - The Law: Propensity, Evidence, & Why the Texts Matter 1:29:23 - Final Thoughts: Swalwell Needs to Go Follow Us: Sasha: @thatliblawstudent (Everywhere but Twitter) Lela: @lela_alice (Threads & IG) Podcast: @politicalmalpractice (Twitter/X)

    1h 31m
  4. Apr 8

    Testing the Fences: Global Treason, Marriage Rights (STILL) and Surviving the Cult

    What do velociraptors systematically testing a fence for weaknesses have in common with the current political landscape? Everything. This week on Political Malpractice, Sasha (@ThatLibLawStudent) and a fresh-faced, no-longer-gray Chris (@midwesthomo77) are breaking down how American rights are being dismantled from the fringes to the center. First, we dive into South Carolina's chilling new petition to the Supreme Court to revisit Obergefell. We pull no punches discussing why the right's aggressive legislation against the trans community is just the preamble to coming after marriage equality, and why the LGBTQ+ community cannot afford to be fractured. (Spoiler alert to the conservative gays who thought they were safe: they're coming for us next). Then, we zoom out to the global stage. We’re cutting through the "13-D chess" rhetoric to look at the reality of the Iran ceasefire, the projection vs. physical oil markets, the decline of the American empire, and why the US might just be due for a trip to The Hague. Finally, we drop the armor. Chris opens up about the crushing social isolation of leaving the MAGA cult, and Sasha wrestles with the anger of having her family's rights threatened versus the absolute necessity of giving "reformed" MAGA members a path to redemption. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s what we all need to be talking about. 🎙️ In This Episode: ·       [00:00] Shedding the campaign gray & opening thoughts. ·       [02:00] South Carolina’s move against Obergefell & the reality of "trigger laws." ·       [14:00] Why the LGB needs to stand with the TQ+ (Testing the fences). ·       [35:00] Geopolitics: Blood oil, the Iran ceasefire, and US "treason." ·       [56:00] Sasha’s ideal political world: Sweeping impeachments and international courts. ·       [1:05:00] Surviving the cult: The reality of leaving the right and why the left must leave the door open for forgiveness. Connect with Political Malpractice: If you like our content, don't forget to hit like, subscribe, and leave a review so you get weekly notifications! We make zero money from this—it's just a hobby—but we want to see those numbers climb. ·       Sasha: @ThatLibLawStudent ·       Chris: @midwesthomo77 Follow the show: Find us on X, Blue Sky, Substack, Threads, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and (coming soon) Neptune!

    1h 24m
  5. Apr 6

    Bye-Bye Presidential Immunity, The SAVE Act & Navigating Political Dissonance

    Welcome back to a special mid-week episode! This week, we are diving deep into the legal and social complexities currently shaping the American political landscape. From the nuances of voter fraud myths to the legal ramifications of presidential immunity, we’re breaking down the headlines with a law-student lens. We also explore the psychological side of politics—specifically why it’s so difficult for supporters to walk away from controversial figures, and how to maintain your own resilience in an era of constant legislative flux. In This Episode:Legal Deep Dives: An analysis of the SAVE Act, birthright citizenship, and the procedural challenges facing new voting legislation.Political Accountability: Discussing the Epstein files, nepotism in the executive branch, and the reality of Supreme Court oversight.The Human Element: Exploring cognitive dissonance and the sunk cost fallacy within political movements.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Political Beliefs 02:58 Immigration and Human Rights 05:58 Religious Hypocrisy and Politics 09:04 Cognitive Dissonance in MAGA Supporters 12:02 Presidential Immunity and Accountability 15:00 Trump's Financial Gains and Nepotism 18:03 Supreme Court and Birthright Citizenship 21:09 Executive Orders and State Control 24:08 Conclusion and Future Implications 38:09 Understanding Legislative Processes and the SAVE Act 40:00 The Flaws in the SAVE Program 43:59 The SAVE Act's Procedural Challenges 45:52 Voter Fraud: Myths vs. Reality 47:49 Florida's Version of the SAVE Act 49:58 The Epstein Files and Political Accountability 56:07 The Sunk Cost Fallacy in Political Support 01:00:58 Staying Resilient in Challenging Times Join the ConversationWhat are your thoughts on the procedural hurdles of the SAVE Act? Let us know in the comments below. Subscribe for more legal analysis and mid-week updates! #LawStudents #Politics #SAVEAct #LegalAnalysis #PresidentialImmunity #Podcast

    1h 12m
  6. Mar 31

    Pedophiles, Propaganda, and the Pentagon

    Welcome back to Political Malpractice! First things first: we are officially moving our release days to Wednesdays to better accommodate the chaos of real life. Make sure you adjust your listening schedules! In this episode, Sasha and Chris hold nothing back as they tackle the escalating drumbeat of war with Iran, arguing that the push for international conflict is a calculated smokescreen to bury the unredacted Epstein files. We also take a hard look at the rampant hypocrisy within Christian Nationalism, breaking down how the right weaponizes religion to justify bigotry while actively working against the social programs that help families. Later, we dismantle the institutional failures at our airports—from unpaid TSA agents to the completely pointless presence of ICE—and discuss the chilling reality of Florida's SAVE Act dropping its ban on cousin marriages. We wrap up with a conversation on accountability, the massive effort required to deprogram MAGA, and why we need to hold onto compassion for those who are finally waking up. In This Episode: ·       [00:20] Housekeeping: Why Political Malpractice is moving to Wednesdays! ·       [01:00] The Iran Distraction: Reacting to propaganda and the staggering cost of a war nobody wants. ·       [11:50] Holy Wars & Hypocrisy: Calling out violent right-wing pastors and the GOP’s selective reading of the Bible. ·       [27:14] Christian Nationalism: The push for "more babies" while simultaneously slashing healthcare and social programs. ·       [33:11] The Epstein Cover-Up: Why the files are being buried and the need for zero redactions. ·       [44:57] Airport Chaos & ICE: The absurdity of unpaid TSA agents, ignored security reports, and why ICE needs to be completely dismantled. ·       [1:01:20] Accountability: Comparing the left's handling of the Cesar Chavez legacy to the GOP’s protection of predators. ·       [1:13:15] Florida's SAVE Act: DeSantis, cousin marriages, and the blind eye turned to child marriage. ·       [1:24:28] Deprogramming MAGA: The path forward, the progressive movement, and finding compassion for those exiting the right. Connect with Us: ·       Sasha: @ThatLibLawStudent on X/Twitter ·       Chris: @MidwestHomo77 on X/Twitter

    1h 29m
  7. Mar 23

    Cuckold Congress, ICE Profits, & Why Evangelicals Need to Learn from Mormons

    Welcome to Hell (But At Least We Have Microphones). This week on Political Malpractice, Sasha (the lunatic liberal) and Chris (the independent libertarian) are diagnosing a massive system failure across the American political landscape. From the staggering, per-second cost of the Iran War to the dark reality of private prison profits, we are breaking down exactly who is cashing in on the chaos. Sasha brings her signature democratic socialist fire and sharp legal edge to cut through the MAGA hypocrisy, while Chris navigates the complex history of the Middle East and the wild miscalculations of the current administration. We’re naming names, calling out the absurdities of right-wing media, and explaining why taking a page out of the Mormon proselytizing playbook might just do everyone some good. In this episode, we tackle: The Big Grift: How ICE detention centers are turning a 700% profit and why treating human beings with basic dignity is apparently too expensive.Project 2025 & The Tradwife Trap: The mind-bending irony of millionaire female conservative anchors telling everyday women to scrub baseboards and give up their voting rights.The $200 Billion Distraction: Breaking down the astronomical cost of the Iran War, Trump's contradictory Truth Social meltdowns, and what that money could be doing for the American housing and healthcare crises.Religion vs. Politics: Chris shares his experience dealing with right-wing anti-Semitism, while Sasha shares a wholesome story about Mormon missionaries, Subaru eyelashes, and the right way to talk to your neighbors.The Epstein Files: Why true accountability starts with unredacting the files and holding feet to the fire.Grab a drink and settle in, folks. It’s time for some political triage. Connect with us: Make sure to follow the podcast and hit the bell so you never miss a midweek update or guest co-host drop. Find Sasha on X: @ThatLibLawStudent Find Chris on X: @chrisbarrett77

    1h 34m

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America is in the ICU, and the doctors in charge have no idea what they’re doing. Welcome to Political Malpractice. Will you just continue to watch the demise or will you actually do something?