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Extreme Mortman

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George W. Bush
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Richard Nixon
Joe Biden
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Original political stories inspired by current events. A weekly fix for political junkies combining compelling clips from the C-SPAN archives (iconic and obscure), history, trivia – and often a healthy helping of comedy.

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Quick comedy question:

Can you name a time when, during an oral argument, a Supreme Court Justice made everyone laugh?

How about December 11th, 2000:

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Happy Fourth of July!

250 years ago, America declared independence from the British.

And 212 years ago … the British burned down the White House.

And now … it's become one big joke …

And if I may say so, it is a particular pleasure to be back in ... more

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Quick comedy question:

Can you name a time when, during an oral argument, a Supreme Court Justice made everyone laugh?

How about December 11th, 2000:

KLOCK: I think what the Florida Supreme Court should do in that instance is note the very tight r... more

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Quick question: Name something former presidents have in common.

How about: Begging for money!

"I would say parenthetically that one of the things that brings former presidents closest together is the extremely onerous and burdensome task of beggin... more

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Recent Guests

James Rosen
Chief Washington Correspondent for Newsmax
Newsmax
Episode: Supreme Court Comedy Festival: Justice Scalia's Funniest Moments – with James Rosen (Part 1)
Tevi Troy
Presidential historian and author
Author of seven books on the American presidency
Episode: Presidential Libraries: Top Moments from 10 Dedication Ceremonies — with Tevi Troy (part 2)
Dan Glickman
Former congressman, former Agriculture Secretary, former MPAA executive, author of Laughing at Myself
Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture; MPAA; Bipartisan Policy Center
Episode: When DC Laughed at Itself: Dan Glickman and the Golden Age of Political Comedy
Steve Sussman
Jim Wright's lawyer
Episode: For C-SPAN's 47th Anniversary, Something Rare: Top Moments from the House Ethics Committee
Bob Cusack
Executive Editor of The Washington Examiner; longtime political journalist
Washington Examiner
Episode: The First-Ever ExMo Prize for Best Movie Reference by a Politician — Awarded by Bob Cusack!
Marco Rubio
Florida Republican Senator and future Secretary of State
U.S. Senate
Episode: When Super Bowl Sunday Collided with Senate Session Sunday
Chuck Schumer
Majority Leader of the Senate
U.S. Senate
Episode: When Super Bowl Sunday Collided with Senate Session Sunday
Lindsey Graham
South Carolina Republican Senator
U.S. Senate
Episode: When Super Bowl Sunday Collided with Senate Session Sunday
Bill Cassidy
Louisiana Republican Senator
U.S. Senate
Episode: When Super Bowl Sunday Collided with Senate Session Sunday

Host

Howard Mortman
Host of Extreme Mortman podcast, appears across multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • Annual Baseball Episode

    Back when they wanted suggestions for the name of the “new” Washington baseball team - I wanted them to be the Washington (Beltway) Bandits.

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    another RJF
    United Statesa year ago
  • Went woke

    Had to unfollow

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    The reviewer
    United Statesa year ago
  • This should be required listening for students

    C-SPAN has been doing the rare work of unfiltered access to the people who run our country. I’ve never watched it on TV but a podcast is a terrific way to dip into the vast trove of content.

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    5
    sophieyale
    United Statesa year ago
  • Funny, enlightening, and captivating

    Hands down one of the best podcasts out there. Wildly underrated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grincon55
    United States3 years ago
  • Gutless

    I’m tired of reporters and interviewers not calling out lies when they hear them. We’ll never get the truth if they don’t have the knowledge and the guts to question and require background information.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Lexie'smom2
    United States6 years ago

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Episodes are informative and entertaining, blending history with current events.
Some critics wish for more rigorous fact-checking and challenging questions.
Listeners praise access to unfiltered archival material and insightful context.

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Supreme Court Comedy Festival: Justice Scalia's Funniest Moments – with James Rosen (Part 1)
Q: You've written about Scalia's humor and you've spoken about your lunches with him. How did those experiences shape your understanding of his approach to the law?
They showed that his humor was not mere flashy wit but a tool to test ideas, challenge assumptions, and connect with people, all while staying fiercely principled and intellectually rigorous.
Presidential Libraries: Top Moments from 10 Dedication Ceremonies — with Tevi Troy (part I)
Q: Okay, Dr. Tevi Troy, thoughts on what we just heard?
Tevi Troy responds with analysis of the presidents' approaches to their libraries, noting contrasts in tone, the role of digitization, and how architecture and public messaging shape legacies, especially around Obama and Clinton-era projects.
Lou Cannon — Reagan biographer - Remembered by Carl Cannon
Q: Did Lou Cannon cover presidents other than Ronald Reagan?
Yes, he covered several presidents, including Nixon, and had a passionate history of reporting on many influential political figures throughout his career.
Lou Cannon — Reagan biographer - Remembered by Carl Cannon
Q: What were some of the insights Lou Cannon had on journalism today?
My dad had a keen perspective on modern journalism's focus on clicks rather than quality writing, and he was gathering materials to write about Robert Redford at the end of his life.
Lou Cannon — Reagan biographer - Remembered by Carl Cannon
Q: Carl, how did the passing of Lou Cannon impact your professional life?
I received an outpouring of condolences and tributes from my dad's colleagues, reflecting his reputation for supporting reporters across the political spectrum.

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A politics-focused show that blends archival C-SPAN clips with contemporary narration to unpack moments in American governance, media, and public life. Episodes span historical anecdotes, presidential humor, Congress oversight, ethics investigations, and the intersection of culture and politics, often featuring guests who bring inside perspectives or legal/administrative expertise. The format tends toward clip-driven storytelling, with authoritatively framed context and occasional sponsorship breaks. This combination is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy deep dives into political history, media dynamics, and the storytelling of public life, delivered with accessible humor and sharp observations.

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1. James Rosen
2. Tevi Troy
3. Dan Glickman
4. Steve Sussman
5. Bob Cusack
6. Marco Rubio
7. Chuck Schumer
8. Lindsey Graham

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