This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan are joined by Arielle Fodor (aka Frazz) to discuss the education system in America, the great resignation of teachers, and her catalytic content leading to the resignation of former Congressman Eric Swalwell. We also discuss what this means for the future of journalism, content creators, and our broader media ecosystem.

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Most women in America face an overwhelming barrage of decisions, from pregnancy choices to postpartum care, that are rooted solely in the fact that — you guessed it — she’s a woman.

In this candid deep dive, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan cut through the propaganda and societal pressure to reveal the harsh truth: these decisions are often rooted in systemic inequality designed to exhaust and guilt women into submission.

You’ll discover how American healthcare system priorities, misinformation, and cultural norms create a mental load so heavy that many new mothers feel like they’re fighting a losing battle just to care for their own bodies and babies.

We break down the bizarre disparity in birth interventions across countries, why pregnancy is flooded with targeted ads, and how social media influencers are weaponized in the postpartum decision-making maze. Plus, a sobering look at the trillion-dollar industry of maternal healthcare, vaccine misinformation, and the motherhood penalty that keeps women financially and emotionally trapped.

This episode also explores the unspoken pressure to perform perfection, like choosing sleep training or co-sleeping, based on morality rather than evidence, all while systemic failures leave women with little support, especially moms of color and working-class women.

If you’ve ever wondered why motherhood feels like an impossible maze, or you’re tired of feeling guilty for simply doing what’s best for your family, this conversation is your wake-up call. It’s time to ask: who truly benefits from the relentless hustle of American motherhood?

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Remember that little piece of legislation we’ve been discussing for over a calendar year? The SAVE Act, authored by the Election Integrity Network, threatens to disenfranchise millions of American voters in the name of “protecting elections.” Another demographic facing voter suppression? College voters, a voting bloc that has historically voted for Democratic candidates more so than Republicans.

This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett & Mallory Hagan sit down with Max Flugrath, Communications Director at Fair Fight, a non-profit advocating for voting rights, to discuss MAGA’s attacks on our elections and voting systems. You can follow Max and his work with Fair Fight here.

Mallory’s headline of the week can be found here.

Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction to Election Integrity Network and SAVE Act

05:34 Discussion on Voter Suppression and College Vote

06:08 Interview with Max Fluegraf on Voter Access

06:21 The Suppression of the College Vote

11:25 Understanding the SAVE Act and Its Implications

16:14 The Burden of Voter ID Laws

21:31 The Importance of Every Vote

26:21 Mobilizing Young Voters for Change

Who is Amy Griffin, what is The Tell, and what’s the big deal about one of the biggest memoirs of last year? This week’s deep dive discusses the concept of repressed memory, a brief overview of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, the billionaire of it all, and how a high society New Yorker has landed herself in the middle of a lawsuit concerning ‘invasion of p…

At one point, Gen-Z was considered the generation that would save the country from right-wing extremism, block a second Trump term, and usher in a new progressive era. Poll after poll showed Gen-Z favoring a Harris/Walz ticket over Trump/Vance. But then came election day 2024, where Gen-Z significantly shifted to the right, driven in large part by the Trump campaign’s adoption of a flourishing right-wing media ecosystem, and Turning Point USA’s domination of political college campus events.

Now that Donald Trump has been in office again for over a year, Gen-Z is going through some strong buyer’s remorse, with polls showing a staggering 76% disapproval rating and a net approval of -53 among 18-29 year olds.

This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett & Mallory Hagan sit down with James Crocker, President of Fight4America and Gen Z extraordinaire. They discuss what it’ll take to win the Gen Z vote in 2028, how Democrats can work against the machine that is Turning Point USA, and James’ upcoming Gen-Z bus tour. You can follow James here.

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Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction and Current Events

10:57 Impact of Political Environment on Gen Z

18:31 Grassroots Organizing and Youth Engagement

24:07 Challenges Facing the Democratic Party

29:57 The Role of Gen Z in Politics

33:50 Reshaping Democratic Strategies

36:06 The Quest for a Progressive Candidate

38:59 Authenticity in Political Leadership

41:37 Engaging Gen Z in Politics

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This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett & Mallory Hagan sit down with Representative Sara Jacobs of California (CA-51) to discuss data privacy and the impact on women’s healthcare, America as a surveillance state, IVF and the right, and the rights of the trans community.

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Chapters List:

00:00 The Impact of ICE Detention on Children

14:57 Data Privacy and Women’s Health

24:29 The Role of Young Voices in Congress

27:53 IVF and Reproductive Rights

33:47 Trans Rights and Personal Narratives

34:14 Humanizing Trans Issues

39:04 Understanding Gender Identity and Choice

42:40 Empathy and Hope in Challenging Times

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What is pronatalism, and who is behind it? In this episode, we dive deep into the pronatalist movement. It’s been fueled by the Trump regime and conservative think tanks like the Heritage Foundation, and we explore their goals of reversing declining birth rates and “restoring the American family” ( which really means promoting a very specific vision of…

This week, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan sit down with Amy McGrath, candidate for U.S. Senate in Kentucky. If you’ve ever been curious about the war in Iran, how we got here, and what this means for everyday Americans, this is the episode for you.

Amy McGrath is a wife, a mom of three, a dog-owner, and a proud Kentuckian. Over 20 years of service in the military, Amy flew 89 combat missions, led Marines in some of the toughest places on earth, and served at the Pentagon and on Capitol Hill, working to shape America’s national security. Everywhere Amy has served, one principle has guided her: mission first, people always.

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Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction to the Conflict with Iran

02:11 Headlines and Current Events

05:18 Gas Prices and Economic Impact

07:48 Introducing Amy McGrath and Her Background

08:44 Introduction and Current Events

11:46 Understanding the Iran Conflict

14:44 The Consequences of Military Actions

17:38 The Role of Leadership in National Security

20:44 Public Perception and Media Influence

23:44 The Future of U.S.-Iran Relations

26:53 Amy McGrath’s Senate Campaign

29:40 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

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