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The show where comedians and experts debate the news of the week from the safety of a zoom screen. Host Tom Brennan and token Never Trump Republican Robert George talk to folks from the Daily Show, The Onion, NPR, and EVEN a mayor who ended up getting indicted (Guess which one!) in this bi-weekly talk show about the strange times we live in.
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Culture is Canceled

Culture is Canceled

2025-09-2301:12:35

Just in time for Jimmy Kimmel's return, we talk the FCC's assault on Trump critics and the dangers of political violence. Plus, after getting shut out for 50 seasons, Tom Brennan finally makes the SNL cast - just not OUR Tom Brennan. Featuring Robert George & Ned Thorne
THE 100th EPISODE!

THE 100th EPISODE!

2025-09-0101:03:39

Electoral Dysfunction celebrates 100 episodes (that we've released to the public) by talking about RFK Jr. gutting the CDC and Trump's power grab at the fed. Plus, the Ghost of Richard Nixon stops by to congratulate Robert George & Tom Brennan on 100 shows. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
Vax On, Vax Off

Vax On, Vax Off

2025-08-1101:16:57

Texas Democrats take a stand by running away, RFK cuts vaccine funding, and Donald Trump gets our hopes up by going up to the White House Roof. Kendall Davis, Dena Driscoll and Robert George talk about it, and Indie Film Critic Chamomile Hershberg-Hershborg stops by to gush about Superman. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne See Tom Brennan at the Burbank Comedy Festival on 8/13 & 8/15 and the Philadelphia Comedy Festival on 8/22 Check out Amy Weisneck at UCB's Sketchcram
Robert George breaks down the latest on the Epstein case, then argues with Tom over why Colbert was cancelled. Finally, the guys talk Hulk Hogan and how society handles the deaths of people whose public personas were celebrated but private ones were not-so-great. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. Music by JoAnne Harris See Tom at Camp Virgo and the Burbank Comedy Festival!
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill is law, turns out Epstein's list was the friends we made along the way and FEMA won't mess with Texas. Benari Poulten joins Robert & Tom to talk about all that and the politics of Superman. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne See Robert George at the Grisly Pear Check out Tom's summer show schedule
Conclave 2: Into Darkness

Conclave 2: Into Darkness

2025-05-0501:08:05

The Pope is dead, long live the Pope, whoever he, she or they may be. Jim McDermott and Robert George join Tom to talk about the impact Pope Francis had on the church & world, the looming conclave and Donald Trump trolling for likes. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Pop Culture Spirit Wow by Jim McDermott Robert George's Punstack See Tom at the West Side Comedy Club on 5/17
We Is Risen!

We Is Risen!

2025-04-2001:04:47

Robert George & Tom Brennan return from a brief hiatus to talk Kilmar Ábrego García, the risk his "accidental" deportation places on all immigrants, and how the 1996-1997 Chicago Bulls are secretly a terrorist gang.  See Electoral Dysfunction in Philadelphia 4/25! Join Electoral Dysfunction & Comedy Leopard on 4/27!
Panic in the Group Chat

Panic in the Group Chat

2025-04-0101:09:29

We're back from a brief hiatus to talk the group chat that nearly destroyed our national security, Donald Trump's move to dominate the culture, and more. Plus, Uncle Judd stops by to talk about dating apps. Featuring Keane Cobb, Robert George, Meghan O'Malley and Meg Chizek. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne See Electoral Dysfunction at Crossroads Comedy on 4/25 See Electoral Dysfunction at the Grisly Pear on 4/28 Go see Meg Chizek's "How to give up on your dreams" at NYC Fringe
President Elon Musk kicks Donald Trump to the curb and takes charge. Karen Bergeen and Andrew Heaton join Robert George to talk about the week that was as DOGE doled out the pain, while Tom skips out on the chaos by going on vacation. GO BIRDS! Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne. PHILLY! Go see Electoral Dysfunction on Saturday, February 15!
We ARE going back!

We ARE going back!

2025-01-2701:13:33

Go Birds! Donald Trump is back and the Panel is ready for pain! We talk the January 6 pardons, Trump's cabinet, FEMA funding and a...gulp...THIRD Trump Term. Plus, the World's Youngest Stand Up Comedian stops by to talk about his rivalry with his dad. Featuring Robert George, Rachel Semigan, Joe Killian and Rachel Niswander. Produced by Tom Brennan and Ned Thorne Electoral Dysfunction returns to Philadelphia on February 15!
Happy January 6!

Happy January 6!

2025-01-0601:09:32

The Panel talks H1-B visas, declare Stephen Miller the Urkel of the Trump Administration and review the best day of Mike Johnson's Speaker career. Plus, the Department of Comedy Efficiency stops by to keep the show up to code. Featuring Robert George, Paula Leon, Lou Perez, Shannon DeVido and James Hesky. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne See Comedy Leopard & Electoral Dysfunction at Grisly Pear on January 16
Crisis of Infinite Mirth!

Crisis of Infinite Mirth!

2025-01-0101:03:47

Happy New Year from Electoral Dysfunction! Friendly Neighborhood Astrologer Ellie Pyle joins Robert and Tom to talk about the future history of America! Get creeped out, people! The end is nigh...but the beginning may be even nigh-er! Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne Read Ellie Pyle's Article on the Future History of America Here! Come see Electoral Dysfunction & Comedy Leopard at the Grisly Pear on January 16!
The Panel talks the (almost) government shutdown, revenge porn and congressional pay raises. Plus, the magical Momma Ricotta stops by with tips on how to talk politics at the holiday dinner table. Featuring Darryl Charles, Robert George, Meghan O'Malley, Timaree Schmit, Amanda Nicastro and musical guest Megan Sass. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Sketch written by Louis Gaudio Tickets for Electoral Dysfunction live at the Grisly Pear Check out Darryl Charles' live performance schedule Hear more from Dr. Timaree Schmit Watch Meghan O'Malley's Special Finding the Positive Follow our pals at Our Bar NYC!
Damascus has fallen, Hunter Biden is pardoned and Matt Gaetz is leaving DC to spend more time with someone else’s kids. Featuring Kemly Derby, Shannon DeVido and Robert George. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne. Theme music by JoAnne Harris See Shannon DeVido on Prime Video's Alex Cross Catch Kemly Derby at the Situation Comedy Showcase at Flop House Comedy Robert George's hosting Comedy Leopard at the Grisley Pear
Trump. Again.

Trump. Again.

2024-11-1054:35

The 2024 Presidential election is in the books and Donald Trump will return to power. Then, Electoral Dysfunction's new court jester Martin Soonsebury Nesterton Ballyhoose Courtington stops by to talk about where the DNC goes from here — in limerick form! Featuring Robert George, Kim Moscaritolo, Megan Sass and Rich Templeton Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne.
Eight Days Out!

Eight Days Out!

2024-10-2801:02:13

8 days before election day, the Panel talks the state of the race in Wisconsin, abortion on the ballot and the Washington Post and LA Times wimping out on endorsements. Featuring Meg Chizek, Katherine Duffy, Robert George and Meghan O'Malley. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne   Come see Electoral Dysfunction in Philly on 11/1! Check out Comedy Leopard & Electoral Dysfunction's Premature Election special on 11/2!
Nearly 3 weeks to Election Day, the Panel talks Pennsylvania voters, Kamala Harris' media strategy and Democrats wetting the bed. Plus, local monster Candace stops by to talk about her love for Pumpkin Spice Capitalism. Featuring Robert George, Jamee Lind and Lauren Vidas. Theme music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
With less than 40 days to go before Election Day, we talk the razor sharp race between Trump and Harris, Mark Robinson's epic meltdown and Robert George talks about an historic week in New York City. Plus, Concerned Werewolf Warren Talbot talks by to ask humans to stay off the moors. Featuring Phil Casale, Robert George, Ann Herberger and James Hesky. Music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne
TRUMP HATES TAYLOR SWIFT!

TRUMP HATES TAYLOR SWIFT!

2024-09-1601:01:00

The Panel talks the fallout from the Presidential debate, Trump and Vance's outrageous attacks on Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, and the Swift Vote. Plus undecided voter Cynthia Jijune stops by to ask for help with her Tinder profile. Featuring Robert George, Alex Love, Laura Michelle and Amy Wieseneck. Music by JoAnne Harris. Produced by Tom Brennan & Ned Thorne.
Moments after what will probably be the only debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Living Joke Donald Trump, Robert and Tom break it down for the public, celebrate the Swifty Vote and really go after Al Gore for some reason.
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