Crayon Box Weekly is hitting pause—but not for long. In this special update episode, hosts Carl and Avery announce a temporary hiatus to focus on personal matters and major updates to the Crayon Box Politics platform. The podcast will return in September with brand-new political content, including an exclusive interview with Alexander Moss, author of The De Federalized Democrat.

Carl and Avery reflect on the state of American politics, identity politics, and the critical role voters play in shaping democracy. They also share thoughts on Pride Month and offer support for the LGBTQ+ community during this important time.

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This episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly is all about the tangled web of religion and politics in the U.S. From the commercialization of faith by high-profile figures to the latest state and federal legislation on religious freedoms, Carl and co-host Avery dive deep into the complexities and absurdities shaping our lives one bill at a time.

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This week, hosts Carl and Avery discuss recent federal and state legislation affecting protest rights, including resolutions from Rep. Lauren Boebert and Marjorie Taylor Greene, executive orders, and key Supreme Court rulings. The episode also touches on the international context, comparing U.S. policies to those in other countries. They round off with an update on recent political issues including classified information leaks by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the impacts of President Trump's trade wars. The discussion concludes with a passionate soapbox segment on the non-partisan but biased nature of Crayon Box Politics against regressive policies.

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In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, Carl and Avery delve into the current state of free speech in the U.S., discussing its importance as a core right enshrined in the Constitution. Recorded on April 14, 2025, the podcast critiques the policies of the Trump administration concerning free speech, specifically focusing on new legislation like HR 2634 (Free Speech on Campus Act), HR 2501 (Free Speech Fairness Act), and controversial state bills. The discussion expands to the potential dangers of these bills under an administration accused of authoritarian tendencies, and the episode also highlights executive orders signed by Trump that could impact the interpretation and application of free speech. Both hosts emphasize the need for awareness and active engagement to safeguard democratic rights.

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In this week’s episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, Carl and Avery break down the recent tariffs announced by President Trump on April 2nd, referred to as 'Liberation Day'. The discussion delves into the economic and global impact of these tariffs on various countries, including China, Vietnam, and the EU. The hosts critique the Trump administration's approach to economic policy, comparing it to historical tariffs and exploring the subsequent market reactions. They highlight the contradictions in Trump’s statements about tariffs and the rising economic turmoil, examining the political and social ramifications. The episode concludes with a reflective analysis of the current political landscape and hints at topics for the next episode, including freedom of speech laws.

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In this episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly, recorded on March 31, 2025, hosts Carl and Avery, discuss the critical issue of 'Signal Gate.' Stepping away from their usual format of analyzing congressional and presidential activities, they delve into the mishandling of classified information via the messaging app Signal by high-ranking officials. The discussion covers various past incidents involving classified information, highlighting inconsistencies in accountability between political appointees and lower-level personnel. They also critique the officials' use of Signal for sharing sensitive data, with a focus on specific examples, such as detailed operational plans leaked prior to military actions. The episode also addresses the broader implications for national security and accountability within the intelligence community.

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This episode of Crayon Box Politics Weekly covers the latest updates on state and federal legislation affecting healthcare and government funding. Hosts Carl and Avery discuss the passage of the continuing resolution bill to fund the federal government and a wide range of healthcare-related bills, both federally and at the state level. They analyze the Veteran's Choice Accountability Act, Healthcare Freedom and Choice Act, Defense of Conscience in Healthcare Act, and the Healthcare Price Transparency Act. At the state level, they dive into Missouri's bills on psychiatric hospitals, New York's combat veterans' healthcare choice programs, Tennessee's gun-related healthcare inquiry bill, and Indiana’s controversial anti-transgender healthcare legislation.

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