Getting Hammered

In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Vic Matus discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal updates and holiday preparations to the competitive landscape of fried chicken chains. They delve into the political implications of Jasmine Crockett's Senate run, the Minnesota fraud case, and the cultural issues surrounding it. The conversation also touches on college football playoff controversies and reflections on the Kennedy Center Honors. 10:35 - Jasmine Crockett 22:40 - Minnesota Fraud 31:00 - Kennedy Center Honors 39:43 - College Football Playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the inaugural independent episode of "Getting Hammered," Vic and MK decide to bring back the show at least once a week this holiday season, with thanks to all you listeners who have stuck around during hiatus season. In the near future, we'll concoct some ways for you to support the show as we head toward the new year, whether it's premium content, subscriptions, or contributing to our holiday cocktail fund. In the meantime, you can help by subscribing, listening, reviewing, and spreading the word. Today, Vic and MK do a review of Thanksgiving health damage, Christmas traffic, and MK's kids destroying decor before diving into U.S. military attacks on alleged drug-trafficking boats near Venezuela, the law of the sea, Franklin memes, Aftyn Behn, midterm forecasts, special elections, and people who should not sing on stage, the Minnesota massive fraud story, and the drama, drama, drama of Lane Kiffin.  10:10 Narco Terrorist 21:45 Minnesota 31:25 2026 Prospects 44:39 Lane Kiffin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back again to discuss on the recent election outcomes in New Jersey and Virginia, Mamdani in NYC, and a few updates while we have been away. Tune in! 8:06 - Elections 27:19 - Mamdani 35:58 - Heritage Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! We're back to discuss Charlie Kirk and the reaction to his assassination, Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, and a few other things we missed while we were away. Tune in! timestamps: 14:49 - Charlie Kirk 44:07 Jimmy Kimmel 58:43 - Lightning Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On this episode: We break down the many uses of the autopen, the backlash over the DOJ's handling of the Epstein list, and Chris Cuomo’s eyebrow-raising bid for NYC mayor. Plus: potential new cuts to the Department of Education, Trump’s NATO weapons deal, and the All-Star Game makes its return to Atlanta. Let’s get into it! Time stamps: 13:59 - The Autopen 27:52 - Epstein 40:25 - Cuomo 46:00 - Department of Education 50:48 - NATO 59:35 - MLB All-Star Game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On this episode: Trump orders strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and what happens next. Plus, a look at New York’s Democratic mayoral race, and a celebratory toast as the government prepares to drop its two-drink-a-day buzzkill. Cheers to that! Time stamps: 12:13 - Special Report / Iran 44:39 - NYC Mayoral Race 51:48 - 2-drink recs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! Remember us? (Of course you do.) We’re back—and we’re covering everything. Trump’s response to Iran, Tucker and Ted Cruz tag-teaming headlines, the Army's 250th birthday bash, and the "No Kings" protests. Oh, and yes, the Democrats are still in disarray. Plus: a major SCOTUS ruling on trans rights and Trump 100-foot pole. Buckle up. Timestamps: 12:10 - Trump and Iran 38:15 - Carlson v Cruz 46:45 - The Army's 250th Celebration 50:24 - "No Kings" protests 55:35 - Dems in disarray 1:03:59 - SCOTUS / Skrmetti decision 1:09:38 - flag poles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On this episode: Trump’s tariffs get blocked, Elon exits the White House, and Harvard, NPR, and PBS scramble to keep their funding. Plus, the U.S. and Israel work to get aid into Gaza, and San Francisco unveils a radical new grading scale. Until we meet again! time stamps: 13:28 - Trump's tariff's blocked 27:10 - Elon leaves the White House 37:10 - Harvard, PBS, NPR funding 48:25 - Aid into Gaza 53:13 - Grading for equity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On this episode: The terror attack at the Capital Jewish Museum, Trump weighs in on Putin and floats (then delays) EU tariffs, and Democrats scramble to reconnect with the voters they’ve long ignored—so, basically everyone. Tune in! Time stamps: 14:48 - Capital Jewish Museum 30:52 - Trump news 49:55 - Dems in disarray Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this video on Youtube! As we get ready for summer 2025, we thought we'd give canned summer cocktails another go! Join us as we responsibly taste-test our way through a variety of delicious (and not-so-delicious) beverages. We also discuss some news. Cheers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! In this episode, we break down Biden’s cancer diagnosis and the backlash over its timing. Plus, a new election report spells big trouble for Democrats — and we make an important announcement about the future of the program. Don't miss this one. Time stamps: 13:40 - Biden's cancer diagnosis 48:01 - Why Harris lost 55:52 - Announcement Go to mkhammer.substack.com for a free subscription! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On today’s episode, we’re tracking Trump’s trip to the Middle East and his push for price controls. Plus, covid data tracker Kelley Krohnert, start-stop engines, and girls trip side chats. Tune in! Time stamp: 13:37 - Trump in the Middle East 31:48 - Price controls 42:38 - Kelley Krohnert 49:55 - Start/stop engines 54:18 - Girls group chat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this epsiode on Youtube! On this episode: The Biden Book dropped, the India-Pakistan ceasefire, and Trump's new air palace. Plus: a new executive order, David Hogg, and a little bit about the Pope. Let's get to it! Time Stamps: 12:11 - Biden cover-up 39:03 - David Hogg 42:18 - India & Pakistan 49:20 - the Qatari plane 56:54 - New executive order 58:53 - the Pope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On this episode: Trump’s judicial picks and his meeting with Mark Carney, the U.S. / UK trade deal. Plus: tensions between India and Pakistan, Biden's on tour, more protests at Columbia, and what’s happening at the Conclave? Watch this one 'til the end! Time stamps: 8:51 - Trump's judicial picks 12:39 - UK trade deal 18:51 - Trump and Carney 28:37 - India and Pakistan 33:46 - The Conclave 43:44 - Biden Tour 54:45 - Columbia 1:00:15 - We have a pope! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on YouTube! In this episode, we cover a flurry of headlines—from the latest economic numbers and the President’s plan to slap tariffs on movies, to the Pulitzer Prizes and Dave Portnoy. Plus, Mike Waltz has a new gig, and Tim Walz thinks the most qualified person to run for president is... who? Also: The New Yorker takes us inside the living rooms of notable New Yorkers. Don’t miss this loaded episode! Time stamps: 10:29 - Economy 36:28 - Pulitzer Prizes 43:50 - Mike Waltz/Tim Walz 52:28 - Dave Portnoy 55:34 - The New Yorker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! Today, we discuss the departure of Mike Waltz, new details surrounding a potential Ukraine deal, the internal struggle within the Democratic party, the economy, Canada, and the devastating report coming out of Harvard. This episode is jam-packed! Time stamps: 10:59 - Mike Waltz 15:29 - Ukraine 17:30 - Hogg + Dems 46:33 - Economy + Tariffs 57:08 - Canada 59:56 - Harvard report Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! Today, we're talking about the first 100 days of Trump's second term, the White House Correspondents Dinner, Pierre Poilievre's loss in Canada, and the fall of Shedeur Sanders in the NFL draft. Don't miss this episode! Time stamps: 14:21 - First 100 Days 35:20 - WHCD 56:32 - Pierre Poilievre 59:43 - Shedeur Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on Youtube! On this episode, we breakdown the media's take on the Pope, Trump's $5k baby bonus incentive, a SCOTUS case on religious freedom, and when will we see a trade deal? Tune in! Time stamps: 13:57 - The Pope 27:14 - Baby Bonuses 40:40 - SCOTUS 54:06 - Trade deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Vaites, a curriculum expert and open-schools advocate from Covid days highlights the bright spots in the NAEP national report card in literacy in perhaps surprising places— Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Alabama. We talk how they did it, with LA and MS going from absolute bottom of the pack to 1 and 2 in results for underprivileged kids. It’s inspiring! Why isn’t it being covered more by national media? Listen and pass it on! Follow Karen on her platforms: @karenvaites on X School Yourself on Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch this episode on YouTube! For this Easter episode, we’re doing the journalism few dare attempt: taste-testing every bizarre Peeps flavor we could find. From classic yellow to Dr. Pepper (why?), we rank them all so you don’t ruin your holiday. Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices