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Chronicles From The Upper DeckChapter LII- Chase Your Happiness with Brian PedroChapter 52 is about choosing happiness even when times are tough. We welcome special guest Brian Pedro to the program. Brian works for a workers compensation law firm in Monterey County, CA. He also is a co-host of the NonStop Baseball Podcast. Derrick and Brian have known each other for 20 plus years including competing against each other in junior golf, baseball and fantasy football. Brian talks about growing up in Salinas playing every sport under the sun plus he shares how he got the golf bug full-time. Derrick and Brian also share their experience playing...
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Vibes OnlySupreme Court Campaign Finance Ruling | Melat Kiros and Colorado's Progressive SweepMelat Kiros toppled a longtime incumbent and Phil Weiser beat a sitting senator: Colorado's progressive wave is real and we brought the receipts.This week Colorado handed progressives a statement night. Attorney General Phil Weiser defeated sitting US Senator Michael Bennet for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, 29-year-old democratic socialist Melat Kiros unseated 15-term Denver incumbent Diana DeGette in the 1st District, and state Rep. Manny Rutinel won the Democratic primary in the battleground 8th. Brian and Glennis dig into what's actually driving these wins: not a DSA litmus test, but voters hungry for candidates...
2026-07-0242 minVibes OnlyIs Mamdani a Kingmaker? How DSA Swept New York's PrimariesZohran Mamdani is being called a kingmaker, and after this week's New York primaries it's easy to see why. Is the Democratic Party fundamentally shifting left, or are voters simply desperate for an alternative to the 70-year-old status quo?This week on Vibes Only, we break down the massive shockwaves from the New York primary elections. From Mayor Mamdani’s new proported kingmaker status to the DSA's historic triple-crown victories upending powerful establishment machines, we look at how young, energetic hustlers are changing the face of campaigning in 2026.Pl...
2026-06-2533 minVibes OnlyThe Behind-The-Scenes Story DC Tried to Kill (Mrs. Frazzled Full Interview)Mrs. Frazzled (Arielle Fodor) did not set out to end a congressman's career. In this full bonus interview, the TikTok creator sits down with Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher to walk through exactly how she and a coalition of independent creators surfaced the sexual misconduct allegations that ended Eric Swalwell's run for California governor and his time in Congress.In this bonus episode of Vibes Only, Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher chat with Arielle about the parts of the scandal nobody posts, like… buying an umbrella insurance policy on her house as protection for her...
2026-06-1924 minVibes OnlyCan Creators Take Down Politicians? (feat. Mrs. Frazzled)A powerhouse coalition of independent creators just bypassed traditional newsrooms to end a sitting congressman's career. This week, Arielle Fodor (TikTok Star - Mrs. Frazzled) joins Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher to get into the takedown of sex pest, Eric Swalwell - from taking out umbrella insurance to testing the waters on Threads. Plus, the team breaks down Elon Musk hitting trillionaire status and Trump’s trashy UFC match on the White House lawn.This week on Vibes Only, Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher chat from across the pond to break down the sheer scale of...
2026-06-1834 minVibes OnlyTrump's 75% Inflation Spike & Bernie Sanders' Radical AI PlanHunter Biden went viral, Graham Platner won Maine, and the AI bubble started to wobble, all in one week. Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher break down the new inflation numbers and what they actually mean for your rent and your retirement, why Hunter Biden's chaotic run on X and his Candace Owens interview might be the best thing to happen to the Biden family in years, and how Graham Platner survived a brutal week of headlines to win Maine's Democratic Senate primary and line up a fight with Susan Collins.Then it's billionaire season. Bernie Sanders...
2026-06-1143 minVibes OnlyPattie Gonia vs Patagonia and Gerrymandering (Keith Edwards Full Interview)Keith Edwards joins Vibes Only for the full interview on the Pattie Gonia vs Patagonia trademark fight, Trump's health, and the gerrymandering battle splitting the left.Our most frequent guest is back! Political strategist, commentator, and one of the fastest growing voices in the space, Keith Edwards sat down with Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher for the complete, unedited conversation. A slice of this aired in yesterday's episode. This is the whole thing.Keith opens on the question hanging over everything: is authoritarianism actually happening, or is the Democratic position quietly the strongest it has...
2026-06-0524 minVibes OnlyWhat's Up with Trump's Health? (feat. Keith Edwards)It is Pride Month, it is primary season, and the Democratic Party is having a moment. Brian and Glennis are back with our third-time guest, political strategist and one of the fastest growing podcasters in the game right now, Keith Edwards, for a wide-ranging conversation about Trump's health, the gerrymandering debate splitting the left, and the Patagonia versus Pattie Gonia trademark war that took over every progressive's Threads feed this week.But first, we have to talk about Maine. Graham Platner, the oyster farmer and Marine veteran running to unseat Susan Collins, is now facing reports...
2026-06-0440 min
Human Rights: Conversations Across GenerationsBrian Derrick: Political Strategist and Founder of OathWe are so lucky to welcome Brian Derrick, Founder of Oath, to the show. Oath is a data-driven political giving platform designed to help donors make more strategic decisions about where to direct their contributions. By analyzing thousands of races across the country, Oath helps donors identify candidates and campaigns to support.
Brian is one of Meredith's favorite go-to political strategists, helping people navigate complex political issues and election cycles through his trusted whiteboard breakdowns. Our conversation begins with shared Ohio roots, from the University of Cincinnati to Ohio State University, before turning to some of the...
2026-05-301h 24Vibes OnlyHow CBS Torched Its Own Reputation (Eliza Orlins Full Interview)This is the one we promised. Our full, unedited conversation with our first guest of Season 3; with public defender, creator, and iconic Survivor player Eliza Orlins. A slice of it ran in Thursday's episode. Here's the whole thing.Eliza anchored "Cover to Cover-Up," 24 straight hours live streaming a reading of the Epstein files, Cory Booker filibuster style, after Steve Schmidt and the Save America movement connected her with the redacted reading room in Tribeca. She takes us inside how it actually came together, the overnight scramble to fill the midnight to 7:30 AM hours, and what it...
2026-05-2921 minVibes OnlyWhat’s Actually Hidden in the Epstein Files? (feat. Eliza Orlins)Brian and Glennis are back with their first guest of Season 3, and it is a big one. Public defender, creator, and iconic Survivor player Eliza Orlins joins to talk about the 24 hours she spent live streaming a reading of the Epstein files, Cory Booker filibuster style, after Steve Schmidt and the Save America movement connected her with the redacted reading room in Tribeca.Eliza has been on the Epstein beat since 2018, when she watched the Manhattan DA's office quietly request a downward departure on his sex offender registration level, something she says she had...
2026-05-2833 minVibes OnlyInside Trump's $2 Billion J6 Slush FundBrian and Glennis are back, this time remote (Glennis is sick, not with hantavirus or Ebola, thanks for asking). And the corruption story of the season just dropped. Trump sued the IRS for $10 billion claiming emotional damages over a leaked piece of his 2019 tax return. A federal judge called it bullshit, brought in legal experts who agreed it was bullshit, then settled by creating a $1.7 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" controlled by five allies of AG Todd Blanche, with no transparency requirements and the explicit purpose of paying out January 6 defendants. Glennis just paid her taxes. Brian explains why this is...
2026-05-2143 minVibes OnlyGerrymandering Just Cost Dems 5 House SeatsBrian and Glennis are back in studio for week two and a lot just happened. Trump's economic disapproval hit 70%, the highest of his political career. Inflation jumped to 3.8%. Gas hit $4.50 a gallon. The Supreme Court greenlit racial gerrymandering as long as you call it partisan. Five states moved to redraw their maps in seven days. And the President of the United States looked into a camera, on his way to Marine One, and said "I don't think about Americans' financial situation. I don't think about anybody."In this episode, Brian Derrick (Political Strategist and Founder of Oath...
2026-05-1441 minVibes OnlyTrump’s $72B War Sparked a Gas CrisisWe were gone for ten weeks and Trump started a war, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act, the government had its longest shutdown in history, two cabinet secretaries got pushed out over Epstein, and Republicans quietly added $70 billion more for ICE to a reconciliation bill nobody could stop. Season 3 of Vibes Only is here and Brian Derrick (Political Strategist and Founder of @oath.vote) and Glennis Meagher (Political and New Media Strategist and Co-founder of @generatorcollective) have a lot to catch you up on.In the Season 3 premiere, Brian and Glennis break down Trump's war...
2026-05-0736 minVibes OnlyYou’re in the Files? Straight to Jail.The newest batch of Epstein files was just released by the DOJ, with some 3 million documents. Today, Brian and Glennis talk about what this new batch means for Trump and how everyone involved in the files should be prosecuted.Plus, Brian and Glennis discuss the Democrats' demands to approve DHS funding and the big reveal about where the Trump family has been getting their money.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG ...
2026-02-0536 minVibes OnlyWhat You Can Do to Stop ICEThis past Saturday, Alex Pretti was gunned down by ICE agents in Minnesota as he tried to help a woman who had been pepper-sprayed. It feels like a turning point, and now is the time to demand action from your representatives. Today, Glennis and Brian talk about what you can do to help stop ICE and why “defunding ICE” is not as simple as it sounds.Plus, Glennis and Brian discuss how Trump has brought us even further into economic collapse, and why the 2028 presidential election will be a doozy for both parties. Send us a tex...
2026-01-2931 minVibes OnlyCan We Actually Abolish ICE?In the wake of Renee Good’s murder, there have been a lot of calls from politicians and the public to abolish ICE. Today, Brian and Glennis talk about why that’s a much taller ask than you’d think.Plus, Brian and Glennis get into the whole Greenland conversation, and how billionaire MAGAnites are more out of touch than ever. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2026-01-2227 minVibes OnlyA No Good Week in Trump’s AmericaLast week, an ICE officer shot and killed a woman named Renee Good in Minneapolis. Today, Brian and Glennis talk about the aftermath that has followed and why Renee Good’s death has ignited discourse from both sides of the aisle. Plus, Brian and Glennis talk about Jerome Powell’s surprising hero moment and weigh in on the online discourses around the Texas Senate race.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follo...
2026-01-1532 minVibes OnlyTrump’s Reckless Invasion of VenezuelaThe first week of 2026 has already proven to be chaotic, because on January 3rd, 2026, the United States captured Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro. Brian and Glennis talk about why Trump ordered Mauro’s capture and what it means for Trump’s presidency.Plus, Brian and Glennis get into the news they missed over the break, and the conservative amplification of a scandal in Minnesota that forced Governor Tim Walz not to seek reelection.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok too
2026-01-0832 minVibes OnlyLast Year's Good Vibes and What's Next for the Dems2025 was… tough. To say the least. But today, Glennis and Brian look back and celebrate the good vibes for the Dems this year. Plus, Glennis and Brian look forward to the elections down the line in 2026. Here’s to a blue wave in the new year…? Take a listen to find out.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2026-01-0134 minVibes OnlySusan Wiles SPILLEDWhite House Chief of Staff Susan Wiles told all in the Vanity Fair article. In today's episode, Brian and Glennis unpack what that *all* was about.Plus, Brian and Glennis discuss the ever-present issue of gun violence in the United States, and how Republicans are spinning the ACA cuts and insurance hikes in their favor. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-12-1831 minVibes OnlyLone Star Shake-Up: Who Can Win the Senate for Dems?Things are heating up in the Texas Senate primary! Brian and Glennis get into Colin Allred dropping out, and Jasmine Crockett announcing she will run against James Talarico for the Democratic Senate seat. Listen to find out who Brian and Glennis think will make a better general election candidate.Plus, Brian and Glenns get into Trump’s recent farmer bailout, and the looming Netflix/Warner Bro’s/potentially Paramount merger…? Where is Lina Kahn when you need her!Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, w...
2025-12-1133 minVibes OnlyPete Hegseth Is For Real a War CriminalThis week, Brian and Glennis talk about the literal war crimes Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is committing in Venezuela.Plus, they take a look at the redistricting efforts in both red and blue states and at how Trump’s approval rating has completely tanked. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-12-0431 minVibes OnlyYour Thanksgiving Cheat SheetBrian and Glennis bring you a special episode for Turkey Day to help you navigate your dinner table conversations with your relatives. Plus, friend of the pod Keith Edwards drops in for a visit!Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-11-2733 minVibes OnlyQuiet Piggy! We're Reading the Epstein FilesIt’s been one week since the first Epstein email was released, and since then, over 20,000 emails have been made available to the public. And yeah… it’s juicy. Today, Glennis and Brian get on the mic to give you a recap.Plus, Glennis and Brian talk tariffs and the future of MAGA after another terrible week for Trump.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-11-2035 minVibes OnlyThe Democrats’ Spineless End to the ShutdownAfter last week's amazing election vibes, we couldn’t even go seven days without establishment Dems ruining the moment. Luckily, Brian and Glennis break it all down in today’s episode. Brian and Glennis also get into the new Epstein files tea, and the big divide between boomers and Gen-Z on capitalism and socialism.PLUS: Good morning, Chuck Schumer, we're talking about you... Stay tuned until the end of the episode for YOUR messages to our favorite senator! Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instag...
2025-11-1334 minVibes OnlyThe Haters Have Become Our WaitersWinner Winner Chicken Dinner! Dems had historic wins in New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and Georgia this past Tuesday, and Brian and Glennis hop on the mic to celebrate and break it down.Plus, Brian and Glennis talk about the future for older Democratic leadership and give their weekly government shutdown update.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-11-0638 minVibes OnlyDidn’t Trump Say He Was Going to Fix the Economy?In the words of Nicki Minaj: you lazy b*tches is f*ckin up the econ’my. That’s what Glennis and Brian are saying about the Trump administration this week, after several huge corporations issued large scale layoffs. Plus, Glennis and Brian talk about the crucial elections happening next week, the threats to SNAP and ACA, and the Nick Fuentes Gay Allegations.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glenni...
2025-10-3034 minVibes OnlyStart Spreading the News, ICE Has Arrived In New YorkOn Tuesday night, ICE descended on the street vendors on Canal Street. Glennis and Brian discuss what this means for New York City, and how Trump is hurtling us towards a police state.Plus, Glennis and Brian discuss Trump’s new East Wing, or lack thereof, and the Graham Platner receipts.Here's that JD Vance video in case you need it.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glen...
2025-10-2333 minVibes OnlyYou Can Get Indicted For Doing Your Job NowWith the recent indictment of New York Attorney General Tish James, Brian and Glennis look at Donald Trump’s ever-expanding hit list of people who have tried to hold him accountable and what he and his cronies have done to try to punish them.Plus, Brian and Glennis discuss Trump getting credit for the ceasefire in Gaza, and the Republican youth leaders who just got exposed for racist chat messages.If you want to watch the video about the woman standing up to masked ICE agents, click here.Send us a text!...
2025-10-1630 minVibes OnlyGuarding the Power, Not the PeopleTrump’s threats to send the National Guard to cities like Portland would be funny if they weren’t terrifying. This week, Glennis and Brian discuss what this means for the future of the Democratic movement and why we can’t back down.Plus, Glennis and Brian keep their eye on the government shutdown, SCOTUS, and Argentinian President Javier Milei’s… corruption rock band career?Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Gle...
2025-10-0934 minVibes OnlyIt’s the Final Shutdown!Did Glennis and Brian not say that there was going to be a government shut down? In any case, they get into why it’s happening and what it actually means for the foreseeable future.Plus, they talk about the fire and brimstone message from Hegseth and Trump to a silent room of U.S. military leaders, and Bad Bunny’s Superbowl.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-10-0225 minVibes OnlyKimmel is Resurrected! Rejoice!Turns out the power of the people is scarier than the power of Brendan Carr… at least that’s what Brian and Glennis think after Kimmel got put back on the air this Tuesday. Brian and Glennis also think the government shutdown is looking pretty likely, and will tell you what exactly that means.Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-09-2524 minVibes OnlyGetting Into the Killing of Charlie KirkGlennis and Brian discuss the killing of Charlie Kirk and how big tech companies should be held accountable.Plus, another government shutdown discussion, and the return of an old segment, back by popular demand!Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2025-09-1829 minVibes OnlyIs Trump In His Reputation Era?Brian and Glennis hop on the mic this week to talk about the things that are ACTUALLY tanking Trump's reputation: job market, grocery prices, and abandoning first responders on the 24th anniversary of 9/11 to name a few.Brian and Glennis also check the vibes on the meeting of the oligarchs at the White House last week and, of course, that birthday note to a special someone...Note: This episode was recorded on the morning of Wednesday, September 10th, before the death of Charlie Kirk. Vibes Only does not condone political violence of any kind.
2025-09-1121 minVibes OnlyWere We Supposed To Let These Vibes Go Unchecked?Welcome back to Season 2 of Vibes Only! Glennis and Brian are back on the mic, catching you up on what they’ve been up to since Season 1 and giving you a sneak peek at what’s ahead this season. With new segments and deeper conversations, Season 2 will bring back the vibes you know and love – and then some!Follow us on Instagram @VibesOnlyThePodcast!Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG
2025-09-0425 min
Ask MikeMoving On Up - The Job Transition Up In ClassificationsSend us Fan MailIn this episode, Mike and Derrick are joined by Brian Hecimovich from Fredericksburg, Texas. Brian talks us through some of the differences moving from a program in a smaller classification to a program in a larger classification. It's a great conversation for those considering moving up in the size of the program they are teaching. Mike and Brian talk about differences in population, in teaching styles, learning delegation, etc.
2025-05-091h 11Vibes OnlyReflecting on the Consequential Moments from the 2024 CycleIn the final episode of Vibes Only, Brian and Glennis look back at some of the most consequential moments of the 2024 election cycle. In a truly unprecedented year, so much happened in a short time - so it's easy to forget the many many things that would've been unusual in any other election year. They also respond to the many many messages of support you shared last week and reflect on what it's meant to share these episodes with you each week throughout the year. Make sure you follow Brian @brianderrick and Glennis @glennismeagher and CO...
2024-11-2731 minVibes OnlyBreaking Down Trump's Disastrous Cabinet PicksAfter an important announcement about the future of Vibes Only from COURIER, Brian and Glennis give you the TL;DR on some of Trump's most high profile cabinet selections (so far). Then they discuss the massive divide in the American media ecosystem in it's giving and pull up their group chats.Please send us a note at our text link, or an email (bonus points for voice memos) to vibes@couriernewsroom.com Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on Tik...
2024-11-2044 minVibes OnlyA Post-Election Check-InTuesday was obviously not the good vibe so many of us were hoping for. We're here now just to talk a little bit about it... Not to get to ahead of ourselves and examine what went wrong - just to check in and talk briefly about what's next. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG Follow Glennis on IG
2024-11-0724 min
Gays ReadingLester Fabian Brathwaite (Rage) feat. Brian Derrick, Guest Gay ReaderHost Jason Blitman talks to author Lester Fabian Brathwaite (Rage: On Being Black, Queer, Brilliant, and Completely Over It) about musicals and masculinity, drag queens, their introductions to Rosalind Russell, and seeing humanity in villains. Jason is then joined by Guest Gay Reader Brian Derrick to talk about what he's reading as well as a timely discussion on the importance of political engagement and how to harness your rage constructively. Lester Fabian Brathwaite is a staff writer at Entertainment Weekly and, for some sadistic reason known only to him...
2024-11-051h 00Vibes OnlyDonald Trump is Closing DARKDonald Trump is closing with the message that he knows best. His campaign crescendoed this week with a dark, racist, hate-filled rally at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris continues to barnstorm battleground states, and on Tuesday night, she drew a sharp contrast by giving an inspiring speech in Washington DC - at the same location Trump gave his infamous January 6th speech. We dive into the messages and strategies of the two campaigns in these final DAYS. We also discuss the decisions by the billionaire owners of the Washington Post and the...
2024-10-3040 minVibes OnlyWe All Fam (w/ Ilana Glazer)This week we are pleased to be joined by the amazing actor, comedian, and activist, Ilana Glazer. As a co-founder of Generator Collective (alongside our very own co-host, Glennis Meagher), Ilana talks about making politics fun and accessible through entertaining videos, civic engagement opportunities, and even dance parties. We talk about Generator's work, viral audio from Glazer's hit series Broad City making a resurgence, and the 2024 election (which is officially less than 2 weeks away). Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we...
2024-10-2339 minVibes OnlyFox News, Joe Rogan, Charlamagne tha God... Oh My!Whether it's Harris barely up, or so-called movement that suggests Trump gaining ground, the polls have consistently said the same thing... This election is going to be close. Still, the media will follow the horse race closely and look for any signs that point to "trouble" for Harris. That's why we're here to keep you grounded in what matters: turnout and persuading the undecided voters in swing states that will determine who wins this election. Those are the same reasons that the Vice President is continuing her media blitz in unfamiliar territory... On Tuesday, she did an e...
2024-10-1639 minVibes OnlyIs the Media Meeting This Moment?Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate, Governor Tim Walz, are on a serious media blitz right now - hitting popular podcasts like Call Her Daddy and Smartless as well as mainstream programs like 60 Minutes and The View. Which of these are giving the campaign the most bang for their buck? And which outlets are giving its audience the most information about who these candidates are? With so much at stake in this election where a qualified candidate is facing a convicted felon who incited an insurrection after losing the 2020 election, is the traditional media adequately meeting t...
2024-10-0934 minVibes OnlyJD Vance Only Has Snake Oil to SellWe check in on the vibes of the Vice Presidential debate between Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance. Rachel Maddow may have said it best when she said, "one was smooth, the other won." That's because, while to some, JD Vance came off as smooth - he lied about a number of issues including on immigration, healthcare, climate and energy. He also failed to definitively say that he'd honor the results of a free and fair election. Meanwhile, Tim Walz was strong on gun safety, reproductive rights, healthcare, democracy and more. Sta...
2024-10-0233 minVibes OnlyThe Real Vibes in Critical Swing StatesIf you're feeling a disconnect between the vibes and the polls, this episode is for you. Brian and Glennis share stories from their door-knocking experience in a Pennsylvania swing district, and give some important updates from the key battleground states that will ultimately decide this election.And yes, that means we get into the whackiest political story (ever?) and discuss how gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson has done his part to help Dems potentially flip North Carolina. All that before we play an it's giving, pull up our group chat and leave you with a good vi...
2024-09-2534 minVibes OnlyHarris Rakes, Trump Cozies Up to Laura LoomerThis episode of Vibes Only is brought to you by Oath. Visit oath.vote to learn about maximizing the impact of political donations. The vibes this week: Of course - there was another failed assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump.Also on Sunday, Trump seemed to have an out-of-nowhere delayed reaction to Taylor Swift's endorsement of Harris, taking to Truth Social to type “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!” Early polls indicate a post-debate bump for Harris, and her campaign reported a $47 million fundraising haul int he 24 hours after the debate (her biggest day since she launched her cam...
2024-09-1836 min
The Connected Way™ PodcastEpisode 11: Donating - Impact, Transparency & Connection with Brian DerrickEvery time I get a request for a donation, I wonder “where is it going?” and “why do you need money?” which I have specifically wondered about presidential races. I finally found someone who could answer my questions AND give me ways to give more strategically and have more impact with my donations. In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Brian Derrick, founder of Oath, a platform that is using tech and real-time data science to revolutionize political donations and civic engagement. It feels like such a win to even have him join us - he answers...
2024-09-1847 minThe Connected Way™ PodcastEpisode 11: Donating - Impact, Transparency & Connection with Brian DerrickEvery time I get a request for a donation, I wonder “where is it going?” and “why do you need money?” which I have specifically wondered about presidential races. I finally found someone who could answer my questions AND give me ways to give more strategically and have more impact with my donations. In this episode of The Connected Way, I connect with Brian Derrick, founder of Oath, a platform that is using tech and real-time data science to revolutionize political donations and civic engagement. It feels like such a win to even have him join us - he answers...
2024-09-1847 minVibes OnlyKamala CRUSHED ItThe vibes are high after an epic debate performance from VP Kamala Harris. We break down the highlights, lowlights (Trump's many lies), and the stark contrast between the candidates on stage on Tuesday night. And... America's favorite "childless cat lady" broke her silence and weighed in on the race. Listen in for a live reaction to Taylor Swift's official endorsement of the vice president in this episode. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok tooFollow Brian on IG ...
2024-09-1128 minVibes OnlyTrump Spiraling, Leaning Into Disgusting AttacksDonald Trump has been going way off his advisors' scripts - going all in on personal attacks and promoting content one would expect to find only in the darkest corners of the internet. And on reproductive rights, he's struggling to even find the right script. This week, we discuss Trump's recent unhinged behavior both on and offline as well as how Harris handled her much-hyped CNN interview. All that before we play an it's giving, pull up our group chat and leave you with a good vibe. Send us a text!Wat...
2024-09-0434 minVibes OnlyVance Gaslighting on Trump's Record. We Have the Receipts (w/ Deja Foxx)This week, we are pleased to be joined by Deja Foxx. Deja is an activist, political strategist, and founder of GenZ Girl Gang. At age 19, she became the youngest staffer and first Influencer and Surrogate Strategist on U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris' 2020 presidential campaign. Last week at the DNC, she became the very first content creator to speak at the convention. The vibes this week: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suspended his fire sale of a campaign and endorsed the highest bidder - Donald Trump. The Harris campaign and Trump campaign have sparred over muted or...
2024-08-2839 minVibes OnlyInside the DNC: Joyous and Exuberant VibesThis week, Vibes Only is pleased to bring you a special episode from inside the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, IL. We discuss the policies and the bold vision for the future of America laid out in the speeches from both legacy Democratic Party leaders and the up-and-comers. And because this convention didn't just fall out of a coconut tree, we dig into some of the context behind some of the speeches and the state of the 2024 presidential race. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on I...
2024-08-2135 minVibes OnlyTrump Campaign in Free FallWhile Kamala Harris and Tim Walz have stolen the spotlight in recent weeks, Trump is trying to recapture attention by any means necessary. So he finally re-agreed to the September 10 debate on ABC, and he broke his silence on X (the platform formerly known as Twitter) which included a bizarre, rambling conversation between he and billionaire Elon Musk. Project 2025 is also back in the news this week as ProPublica found and published the training videos they produced to advise future Trump administration appointees on how to implement its radical agenda. We play out some must-hear clips from t...
2024-08-1439 minVibes OnlyHarris Leans Into Vibes with Tim WalzVice President Kamala Harris has gone all vibes in selecting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate in her 2024 presidential bid. We discuss what went into that decision and everything we know about the straight-shooting, cable tv messaging mastermind veteran-turned-teacher-turned-public official. We also discuss Trump's train wreck appearance at the NABJ conference, some news out of his alliance with the richest man in the world, and some more unreported private jet trips gifted to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. All that before playing an it's giving, opening up our group chat, and leaving you w...
2024-08-0735 minVibes OnlyDemocracy Moonshot (w/ Sami Sage)The stakes are unprecedented, and according to our guest, Democracy is in Retrograde. Here to help us check the vibes this week is Sami Sage, co-founder of Betches and co-author of the new book, Democracy in Retrograde. We discuss the high vibes surrounding VP and presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, the new (accurate) attack line calling Trump/Vance and Republicans "weird," Biden's proposed SCOTUS reforms, and more! NOTE: This is your last chance to vote for Vibes Only in the "Politics & News" and "People's choice" categories at https://www.podcastawards.com/Send us a te...
2024-07-3147 minVibes OnlyKamala IS BratThe vibes have taken quite a turn. We discuss the seismic vibe shift since Biden dropped out of the race on Sunday and Kamala Harris became the presumptive nominee. The K-hive, congressional Dems, party leaders, donors and delegates have all rallied behind Vice President Harris in the hours since Biden's announcement creating a buzz of optimism not seen in... well, quite some time. We'll address the FAQs on what exactly happens next, get into the Veepstakes speculation, and more. NOTE: Don't forget to vote for Vibes Only in the "Politics & News" and "People's cho...
2024-07-2441 minVibes OnlyTrump & Vance Can't Hide from Project 2025 TiesThe vibes this week... Days after former President Donald Trump was struck in a mass shooting at a rally in Pennsylvania, he named Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. Brian and Glennis discuss the political reactions to the Trump rally shooting and the VP pick representing, perhaps, the most radical ticket in U.S. history. To top it all off, on Monday Judge Aileen Cannon went out on a limb to throw out Trump's classified documents case - saying special prosecutor Jack Smith was unconstitutionally appointed.Send us a text!W...
2024-07-1730 minVibes OnlyGOP Fully Embraces MAGA with Extremist PlatformThis week, Brian and Glennis check the vibes of American politics as Joe Biden emphatically insists "I'm not going anywhere," while folks in DC and across the country continue to murmur. Meanwhile, the GOP announced its extremist agenda with a full embrace of MAGA, and Trump is likely on the verge of a VP selection. They take on Project 2025's president who publicly fantasized about civil war in this week's IT'S GIVING segment, and they leave you with a good vibe. Reminder that you can vote for Vibes Only at podcastawards.com in the Politics...
2024-07-1040 minVibes OnlyWith Fear For Our Democracy, We DissentThe vibes this week are... oof. SCOTUS has both granted Trump broad immunity and overturned the Chevron deference. Both decisions make the prospect of another Trump term (who now has a roadmap to dismantle the federal government with Project 2025) that much more dire. We catch up on last week's debate: from Biden's performance and the reactions of pundits, strategists, donors, and voters who will decide this election to the much less discussed topic of Trump's endless unchecked lies.Stick around for an it's giving, group chat, and a much needed good vibe goodbye. La...
2024-07-0331 minVibes OnlyDebate Week VibesJoining Vibes Only to preview the first presidential debate of 2024 and to do an audit of the the race for the White House, as it stands today, is Democratic strategist and friend of the pod, Keith Edwards. You'll hear a couple of friendly debates in THIS pod episode, a Trumpy round of It's Giving, some tea from the friends of the Vibes Only group chat, and a good vibe to say goodbye on. Send us a text!Watch us on YoutubeFollow us on Instagram Oh, we're on TikTok too...
2024-06-2635 minVibes OnlyRepublicans Play Chess with People as PawnsThe polls are still (hopefully?) broken. The stakes are more unprecedented than ever. Last week, the Supreme Court unanimously protected the abortion pill, mifepristone (for now), but didn’t close the door to hear new cases involving plaintiffs “with standing.” They also protected bump stocks, a tool that effectively turns a semi-automatic rifle into a machine gun. Now Senate Republicans are playing games and blocking Senate Democrats’ attempts to write the TRUMP ban into law. We get into the games the NRA and Republicans have played since that ban was put into effect in 2017. Continuing with SCOTU...
2024-06-2138 minVibes OnlyIt's SCOTUS Decision Season. Here's the Need-to-KnowThis week we are pleased to be joined by Lisa Graves. Lisa is a legal expert and researcher who has exposed dark money and corruption. She is also the host of COURIER's podcast, Grave Injustice. In this episode, we take a look at some of the issues at the heart of Supreme Court cases that we'll be getting decisions on this month. Those include cases involving abortion, guns, Trump's so-called immunity, and an existential threat experts to our expert-led federal agencies that keep us safe: from the food we eat to the air we breathe and the wa...
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