
In communities across the U.S., from small towns to big cities, there used to be a lot more places like the ol’ neighborhood bar. It was a place you could come after work, to talk with your friends & neighbors about the news of the day, to have a few laughs, and maybe a few drinks.
In those days, you could even talk about politics a little bit without causing a bar brawl. These days, the people in... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 474 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsComedyImprovNews | |||

It's a hot primary election day, & today's 'News On Tap' should quench your thirst for news. We’ve got election news, an Iran War update, and, news about Donald Trump hiding like a coward in a food truck = perfect fodder for a comedian - which is per... more
It's the dog days of summer, but there's a lot of political news - & unfortunately, the MSM is failing to cover it accurately. Thankfully, we've got journalist Laura Bassett & Brooklyn Dad Defiant to help call 'em out! Grab today’s Drink Of the Day &... more
Today's 'News On Tap' tastes like Democratic voters unifying as Republicans are falling apart - and that’s a flavor of drink we love to serve here. We're celebrating & also recapping this weeks' other less great political news with Karen & Anita from... more
There was an election today as we note in today’s ‘News On Tap.’ It’s hard to keep track of the whole U.S., so we sometimes ask regular folks to join us on the mics here at the bar. Tonight, political activist Kurt Hurner joins us from Ohio to updat... more
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Without Jody, it’s just the Shawn Show. He needs to learn how to let other people have a turn to talk. He acts like he’s the only one with an opinion.
Man! Does Shawn ever shut up? This guy loves to hear himself talk. Jodi and the guests have the patience of saints as Shawn continually interrupts and talks over them. Shawn could use a case of laryngitis and the show would instantly improve.
There also appears to be a lack of respect for women, can tell you that much. If a man isn’t willing to hold space for others to talk, and champion women by letting their voices be heard, that sure sounds like another dud we all know. Honestly just as sel... more
I started listening to this podcast because of Jodi. I’m sorry to say this but the guy talks too much. He talks over Jodi and the women. They have to fight just to get a sentence in. And then when he talks he just goes on and on and expects everyone to listen to him and give him more time than anyone. Maybe if he could pull back some and give others more room to contribute.
Future people (person?) here! I love and look forward to listening to the show every day! Would love to hear Shawn let the guests talk a bit more and hear Jody take on more of the hosting duties once in a while like Jared did when he was filling in. Keep up the great work making sense of what’s happening and providing some levity to this upside down timeline!
I love listening when doing chores around the house. It feels like Shawn and Jody are in my living room with me!
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A bar-style political talk show that blends sharp political analysis with pop culture, current events, and civics education. Episodes feature a rotating panel of political commentators, journalists, and activists who unpack elections, media coverage, and governance with humor and friction—often anchored by a recurring “drink of the day” bit and audience engagement. The format prioritizes civically engaged discussion, accountability, and practical calls to action at local levels, while weaving in entertainment and cultural references to keep complex topics approachable. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on democratic processes, media literacy, and grassroots outreach, plus a willingness to explore controversial or underreported angles wi... more
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Recent guests on The Politics Bar include:
1. Karen from TruBlu Politics
2. Anita from TruBlu Politics
3. Carolyn Fiddler
4. Karen Byrne
5. Karen (from TruBlu Politics)
6. Anita (from TruBlu Politics)
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