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Travis Makes Money
Make Money Podcasting About Congress | Jennifer Briney
Jen Briney is the host of the Congressional Dish podcast, which delves into the actions of the U.S. Congress. What sets Jen apart is her dedication to providing unbiased, thoroughly researched information on government proceedings, avoiding the sensationalism and political commentary often found in similar shows. Her commitment to the "value for value" model, where listeners directly support her work, has allowed her to maintain editorial independence and build a dedicated audience, generating over $200,000 annually through Patreon and other creator monetization methods.]On this episode we talk about:– How...
2025-03-01
50 min
Travis Makes Money
Make Money Podcasting About Congress | Jennifer Briney
Jen Briney is the host of the Congressional Dish podcast, which delves into the actions of the U.S. Congress. What sets Jen apart is her dedication to providing unbiased, thoroughly researched information on government proceedings, avoiding the sensationalism and political commentary often found in similar shows. Her commitment to the "value for value" model, where listeners directly support her work, has allowed her to maintain editorial independence and build a dedicated audience, generating over $200,000 annually through Patreon and other creator monetization methods.]On this episode we talk about:– How...
2025-03-01
44 min
Politics Politics Politics
Will Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr. Survive Their Hearings? (with Jen Briney)
The wolves are out for two of the Trump administration’s most unconventional cabinet picks. Can Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. survive their hearings this week?Let’s start with Bobby.Caroline Kennedy has publicly stated her opposition to RFK Jr.‘s appointment. Caroline is deeply embedded in the power structure of the modern Democratic Party—she has served multiple times as an ambassador and was one of the first major endorsers of Barack Obama back in 2008. So, make of that what you will. RFK Jr., the black sheep of the family...
2025-01-29
1h 27
Food Heals
493: What Really Happened During California’s Devastating Wildfires: A Deep Dive into the Causes, Consequences, and Critical Failures with Jeremy Ryan Slate and Jen Briney
What would you do if you stumbled upon an act of arson in progress? How do you process the devastation of wildfires destroying communities, homes, and lives? On this episode of The Food Heals Podcast, we ponder these questions and more as we dive into the devastation of the recent California wildfires. Host Allison Melody is joined by two powerhouse guests: Jen Briney, host of Congressional Dish and We’re Not Wrong, and Jeremy Ryan Slate, CEO of Command Your Brand and host of the Jeremy Ryan Slate Show. Together, they share personal stories and insightful perspectives on...
2025-01-23
45 min
Politics Politics Politics
Donald Trump Inaugurated. Biden Passes Out Nixon Pardons. (with Jen Briney)
Donald Trump is the president of these United States again. And with it comes a flurry of executive orders that could reshape America.It’s officially Joe-ver for Biden. But before it was over he reshaped the concept of American presidential pardon power. We discuss all of it LIVE from Washington DC with Jen Briney.Politics Politics Politics relies entirely on your donations to travel the country and cover national politics. Join us, won’t you? This is a public epis...
2025-01-21
41 min
Politics Politics Politics
Dems Bumble Hegseth Hearing. Kamala Harris 24 is STILL Fundraising? (with Jen Briney and Dave Levinthal)
Pete Hegseth is your next Secretary of Defense. Nothing from Tuesday’s contentious hearing will likely pluck GOP votes away from him. If anything the histrionics of the Democrats on the panel will make it harder for skeptical Republicans to stray. The way you collapse a nominee when you are in the minority is you give them enough rope to hang themselves. Ask cordial questions that elevate in complexity and hope they screw something up. That is the most likely possibility with Trump’s slate who are being painted as unready and unprepared.They...
2025-01-15
1h 23
Congressional Dish
303: Interviewing the Insiders
During the RNC and DNC, Jen interviewed nine members of Congress about Congress itself. What is it like to work there? Do they think Congress is dysfunctional? If so, how do they think it could be fixed? In this episode, listen to the most interesting responses from all of the interviews. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank’s online bill pay func...
2024-10-30
1h 17
Congressional Dish
301: 2024 Election Study Guide
We’re making it easy for you to judge the job performances of your members of Congress! In this episode, Jen tells you about a list of single issue votes that were taken in the House and Senate during the 118th Congress. Most importantly, we gave you all the information you need to find your members’ voting records in this episode’s show notes. You can find your 2024 Congressional Election Study guide in the episode 301 show notes on www.congressionaldish.com. Happy voting! Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donation...
2024-09-29
1h 13
Politics Politics Politics
Democrats HUGE money advantage. The DNC was "manufactured joy" (with Jen Briney)
In this episode, Justin Robert Young and Jennifer Briney discuss their experiences at the Republican and Democratic conventions. Justin also cover topics such as the money spent on political ads, the importance of swing states like Pennsylvania and Georgia, and the Kamala Harris campaign's efforts to redefine her image. Chapters00:00 Introduction03:35 Polling Data and Key States07:08 Ad Spending and the Money Gap14:22 Concerns for House and Senate Republicans18:58 Arrest of Linda Sun and Chris Hu20:39 JD Vance's Media Strategy22:37 RFK J...
2024-09-04
1h 07
Congressional Dish
BONUS: 2024 Republican National Convention
Ever wonder what it’s like to attend a Republican National Convention? How about an RNC that took place two days after their candidate was almost assassinated? In this bonus episode, Jen dishes on her experience at the RNC 2024 in Milwaukee Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank’s online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Please make checks payable to Congre...
2024-07-21
1h 14
We're Not Wrong
About Taxes and Mayorkas' Nonexistent Impeachment Trial
Justin Robert Young, Jen Briney and Andrew Heaton discuss various topics, including Justin's announcement of his wife's pregnancy, the decline in tax refunds, and the impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. 00:00 Introduction and Announcement of Pregnancy09:22 The Decline in Tax Refunds and Changes in the Tax System38:19 The Impeachment Proceedings Against Alejandro Mayorkas45:36 The Role of Congress in Immigration54:09 The Need for Term Limits01:06:07 Running for Office Hosted on Acast. See acast...
2024-04-18
1h 22
Big Sexy Digital Nomad
BONUS Apartment In A Box with Jen Briney feat. Dolly Wolly
This week the host of Congressional Dish, Jen Briney (IG:@JenBriney) returns to BSDN (with her Dolly Wolly) and chats with the guys about her newfound love of Austin, TX, taking a brief hiatus from Congressional Dish because that world is so toxic and overwhelming, the public transportation system both domestic and abroad, and the power of U-Box. She also gets personal about her desire and success at quitting drinking. U can hear all about it on her podcast’s Patreon*. *If you think someone you know would benefit from hearing my story, you have my blessing to...
2024-02-10
1h 09
We're Not Wrong
About Biden's Pork Pitch for Ukraine and Prince Harry's Security
In this episode, Jen discusses her experience at the Mother Ship and the growth of the comedy scene in Austin. They then delve into the topic of funding for Ukraine and the Biden administration's pitch for it, highlighting the economic benefits. Finally, they explore Prince Harry's legal challenge against the UK Interior Ministry regarding his security arrangements. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the casting of Prince Charles in The Crown and express their disappointment with the portrayal of his character. They also talk about the creative license taken in portraying Diana and Dodie's relationship and...
2023-12-07
1h 35
Congressional Dish
Bonus! December Preview with Justin Robert Young
December is busy season in a Congress that has done nothing all year. In this bonus episode - which features Congressional Dish host Jen Briney as a guest on the December 1st episode of Politics, Politics, Politics with Justin Robert Young - we take a look at what we expect in Congress during the final month of a Congressionally chaotic year. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donatio...
2023-12-05
45 min
Politics Politics Politics
DeSantis vs. Newsom Full Recap, Congressional Calendar Chaos (with Jen Briney)
All the best moments from a frisky debate between Ron DeSantis and Gavin Newsom. Jen Briney joins the show to talk congress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe
2023-12-01
1h 19
Congressional Dish
282: Chaos Fires McCarthy
For the first time in U.S. history, the Speaker of the House of Representatives has been fired from the job mid-term. This episode is a play by play of the drama that lead up to this historic event, including the passing of a temporary government funding law which triggered agents of chaos to give Kevin McCarthy the boot. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.co...
2023-10-09
1h 30
Congressional Dish
275: Debt Ceiling 2023: Crisis Normalized
Another unnecessary crisis averted. In this episode, Jen examines the debt ceiling crisis events of the past to show that the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 - which raised the debt ceiling - is not likely to reduce our government’s debt but will likely ensure that our environment will be trashed for profit. She also examines the best path forward to ensure that the debt ceiling is never used for political leverage again. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send...
2023-06-12
2h 02
Congressional Dish
273: Inside Congressional Committees with Dr. Maya Kornberg
For this episode, Jen sat down for an interview with fellow Congress nerd Dr. Maya Kornberg. Dr. Kornberg is a Research Fellow for the Brennan Center for Justice's Elections and Government Program and author of Inside Congressional Committees: Function and Dysfunction in the Legislative Process. They talk about how and why the power of committees has shifted over time, how witnesses are selected for hearings, why the hearing archives disappeared, resources for information that Congress has that we don’t have access to, and where we can find hope for improvements in terms of how Congress functions. Please Support Congressional Di...
2023-05-14
1h 14
Service To Service
Episode 23: Jennifer Briney
Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish joins Sam to talk about how she got into academic analyses of congressional matters. Together, they examine at lawmaker approaches to veterans’ issues and break them down in a way common listeners can understand. Learn more about the PACT act as well as phenomena impacting veterans and their families. Her podcast: https://congressionaldish.com/ Episodes on Veterans Issues Jen Recommends: The Pact act: https://congressionaldish.com/cd257-pact-act-health-care-for-poisoned-veterans/ The Choice program: https://congressionaldish.com/cd161-veterans-choice-program/ Want to find the other episodes go to...
2023-04-03
31 min
We're Not Wrong
About the East Palestine Derailment and Chinese Spying UFOs
In this episode a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio caused an explosion and the release of hazardous chemicals into the air. Emergency crews conducted a controlled burn of the chemicals, resulting in the evacuation of residents within a 1 mi radius. Calls of a government and media blackout abound. Also: on Sunday, a U.S. fighter jet shot down an unidentified object over Lake Huron on orders from President Joe Biden, the fourth such downing in eight days. This is part of a heightened alert following a spy balloon from China that emerged over U.S. airspace...
2023-02-16
1h 37
We're Not Wrong
About Gas Stoves And Noncompete Clauses
It’s a new episode of We’re Not Wrong, hosted by the dynamic trio of Justin Robert Young, Jennifer Briney and Andrew Heaton. In this episode, we’ll be discussing the hot-button issue of the gas stove controversy, as well as a proposal from the Federal Trade Commission to ban non-compete clauses. We’re determined to dive into the core of this debate and bring you the facts you need to make an informed decision. If you have any questions or comments, you can shoot us an email at WereNotWrongPod@gmail.com and we’ll be sure to respond. So don’t m...
2023-01-19
1h 17
We're Not Wrong
About The New House Of Representatives
In this week's episode of We're Not Wrong, Justin Robert Young, Jennifer Briney, and Andrew Heaton discuss the compelling and important topic of televising the House of Representatives and the potential ramifications of the recently passed rules package for Congress. What could the implications be? How would it affect the day-to-day operations of the legislature? Tune in to find out! With years of experience in the fields of politics, journalism, and podcasting, the team is sure to deliver an entertaining and informative conversation about this important topic. Email the show at WereNotWrongPod@gmail.com with any feedback, comments, or questions...
2023-01-12
1h 28
We're Not Wrong
About Kyrsten Sinema and Quality Candidates
Heaton, Young and Briney discuss the Desert Defector Kyrsten Sinema leaving the Democratic Party to go independent. Is she and ideological standard bearer or just very angry at her Mean Girl coworkers?The GOP fell on their face in the midterms and now the question of Quality Candidates is raging. So... what is a Quality Candidate? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-15
1h 18
Congressional Dish
263: Republicans Take the House
The results are in: The Democrats will keep the Senate, the Republican will take the House. In this episode, in preparation for the 118th Congress, Jen analyzes the detailed policy documents released by the House Republicans to see what they could reasonably accomplish, who their policies would help or hurt, and how they will likely wield their power in a politically divided Congress. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $Co...
2022-11-28
1h 33
Big Sexy Digital Nomad
Episode 8: Digital Nomad, Earth. With Jen Briney.
Big Sexy and the Almost Psychic are joined by a true digital nomad Jen Briney who is also the mastermind behind https://congressionaldish.com/ a podcast that takes you behind the scenes in Congress and know what's actually going on with legislation that is passed in the US. In fact, she probably reads more of the actual text of bills before they're passed than your local elected official. We discuss the digital nomad life, cities and countries she's lived in short term and long term, as well as some really great travel hacks with some of the best loyalty...
2022-11-23
1h 03
Congressional Dish
262: Inside C-SPAN with Howard Mortman
As we wait for the final results of the midterm elections to determine which party will control the House, enjoy Jen's interview with C-SPAN Communications Director, Howard Mortman. Jen and Howard discuss all things C-SPAN, including what C-SPAN crews are and are not allowed to film and the network's funding sources and distribution, as well has Howard's podcast, the Weekly, and his book, When Rabbis Bless Congress. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Ca...
2022-11-12
1h 30
Congressional Dish
261: Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act is a new law designed to hasten the United States’ energy transition (and do nothing about inflation). In the last episode before the midterm election, learn about the energy path the Democratic Party has plotted for us and learn how this new law can possibly save you tens of thousands of dollars. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank...
2022-10-30
1h 44
Congressional Dish
260: Failure to Fund with Graham Elwood
Congress has failed to fund the government on time again. In this episode, Graham Elwood joins Jen as she geeks out on all the dingleberries attached to the new law extending Congress’s funding deadline until December 16th. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use your bank’s online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you fo...
2022-10-10
1h 33
We're Not Wrong
About The Trump Raid, Alex Jones and Iowa
Jen Briney, Andrew Heaton and Justin Robert Young discuss the ramifications of the FBI raid on Mar-A-Lago. Dissect our fascination with Alex Jones. Openly threaten Iowa's supremacy in the nomination process.Get more! Patreon.com/WereNotWrong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-11
1h 29
Congressional Dish
256: Poisonous Pet Collars
Seresto Flea and Tick Collars for dogs and cats have been sold to Americans since 2013. During that time, the EPA has received approximately 100,000 reports of illnesses and 2,500 reports of deaths of animals that wore a Seresto Flea and Tick collar, by far the most reports received about any flea and tick treatment on the market. In this episode, hear testimony from scientists about the Environmental Protection Agency’s disturbingly lax review processes for pesticides in pet products and learn why your vote in November is likely to determine if these popular but dangerous products will stay on American shelves. Please Su...
2022-07-30
1h 21
Congressional Dish
255: Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
The recently signed gun law, S. 2938: Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, contained a surprise dingleberry postponing a regulation designed to save seniors money on their pharmaceutical drugs by prohibiting kickbacks to an industry few have heard of: Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). This little-known but extremely powerful industry deserves much of the blame for ever rising prescription drugs costs in the United States. In this episode, Jen gives you the scoop on PBMs and how they make their money at the expense of Americans who are most dependent on medications. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum vi...
2022-07-17
1h 26
Congressional Dish
254: Baby Formula Shortage
After multiple formula-related infant deaths were reported to the FDA in February, samples from Abbott Laboratories' Sturgis, Michigan baby formula production facility tested positive for cronobacter, triggering a recall and a subsequent formula shortage. In this episode, Jen uncovers monopoly and neglect in the baby formula production industry, lack of oversight by the FDA, and the United States' refusal to adopt the World Health Organization's International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Ve...
2022-06-26
1h 25
Beat A Dead Source
When It Ukraines It Pours w/ JEN BRINEY! | Ep 66
We wanted to talk about Ukraine, Putin, Sunflower seeds and the rest but, as it turns out, it's incredibly complicated so we brought on a ringer. We welcome back the Congressional Dish's own Jen Briney to the podcast to share her significant knowledge about what exactly is happening. Enjoy!~ ~ ~ ~ ~Tell us what you think:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beatadeadsourceTwitter: https://twitter.com/dead_sourceInstagram: https://instagram.com/beatadeadsourcepodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/beatadeadsource~ ~ ~ ~ ~Congressional Dish 244: Keeping Ukraine - Dec 19, 2021
2022-03-22
1h 51
The West Wing Thing
Drought Conditions w/Special Guest Jennifer Briney
Jen Briney from Congressional Dish joins us to witness a truly massive return to Sorkinian misogyny on this week's episode. Plus, Josh cries while reading his acceptance speech.
2021-12-13
2h 30
Congressional Dish
240: BIF The Infrastructure BILL
Jen has been all over the internet lately telling the world that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework is a dumpster fire of a bill. In this episode, she backs that up by comparing the levels of investment for different kinds of infrastructure and examining the society changing effects the bill would have if it were to become law. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links Contribute monthly or a lump sum via Support Congressional Dish via (donations per episode) Send Zelle payments to: Donation@congressionaldish.com Send Venmo payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send Cash App payments to: $CongressionalDish or Donation@congressionaldish.com Use yo...
2021-10-11
1h 04
Podcast Junkies - Storytelling Interviews & Conversations with Podcasters Podcasting Passionately
275 Jen Briney - Talking Government, Not Politics
Harry welcomes to the show, executive producer and podcast host, Jen Briney. Jen is the host of the Congressional Dish Podcast, a twice-monthly show that aims to draw attention to where the American people truly have power: Congress. From the perspective of a fed up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party, Jen fills her listeners in on the must-know information about what our representatives do AFTER the elections and how their actions can and will affect our day to day lives.In this episode, Harry and Jen talk about the genesis of Jen’s Congressional Di...
2021-09-17
1h 20
Beat A Dead Source
Briney Happy People! w/ Jen Briney from the Congressional Dish podcast! | Episode 57
What a wonderful conversation. Jen Briney from the Congressional Dish and Talking Fat podcasts is incredibly knowledgeable, funny, and down to earth. We had a fantastic conversation where Andy was fan-humaning out at first and where we all were by the end.Enjoy!~ ~ ~ ~ ~Tell us what you think:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beatadeadsourceTwitter: https://twitter.com/dead_sourceInstagram: https://instagram.com/beatadeadsourcepodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/beatadeadsource~ ~ ~ ~ ~Senate Changes rules on Cloturehttps://www.govinfo...
2021-08-03
2h 00
Hangin' With Langan
Jen Briney, host of Congressional Dish podcast
Jen Briney is the host of the podcast Congressional Dish. She says what happened on Jan 6th was a riot, not an insurrection, and she does not believe there is a need for a Jan 6 Commission. Find out why. Jen says she's a fed up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party who has dedicated her career to picking apart what’s happening (or not) in Congress. She’s informed and fun.
2021-07-23
58 min
Talking Fat
Jen Doesn't Want to Hear It
Jonathan has a date this coming weekend and Jen prevents him from talking about it. All those juicy details were ready to come out, but instead ya'll get to listen to a restaurant menu discussion instead. Oh Well!
2021-02-18
23 min
Vroom Vroom Veer with Jeff Smith
Jen Briney (2) – Congressional Dish
Jennifer Briney analyzes the actions of Congress that are generally ignored by the corporate media, delivering the information from the perspective of a snarky, fed-up taxpayer who bears no allegiance to any political party or ideology.Congressional Dish exposes the stories drowned out by the partisan noise in the US Congress. Link to Episode 83: Jen's 1st Episode from the Way Back Jen Briney Vroom Vroom Veer Stories The outgoing Congress passed 10,000 pages of laws as they were walking out the door; Jen has to read that!Jen and I meet at a Podcast movement in 2014 in Dallas TX, we stayed...
2021-02-01
1h 18
Congressional Dish
225: Targets of the Free Marketeers
While the focus of the world has been on the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress has been busy preparing a war authorization for the incoming Joe Biden administration. In this episode, we examine the advice given to Congress in nine recent hearings to learn which countries are on the World Trade System naughty list, as Jen prepares to read the NDAA that's soon to become law. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to support Congressional Dish via Patreon (donations per episode) Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send payments to: $CongressionalDish or Use yo...
2020-12-21
1h 57
The Political Orphanage
Jen Briney Thinks Congress is Tricking You
Jen Briney is host of "Congressional Dish," a podcast that deep dives Congress, its legislation, and its shenanigans. She comes on to discuss what the election means for the next few months, and the gambits lawmakers employ to push their agendas through without actually having to publicly debate them.
2020-11-11
1h 03
justinrobertyoung
VP Debate preview. A genuine sex scandal! Trump COVID timeline! Deciphering congress with Jen Briney
- What to expect from Pence vs. Harris - North Carolina Senate race has a sex scandal with saucy text messages to prove it. - What do we know about Trump's health and how does it play into his desire to debate next week? - The Congressional Dish Podcast's Jennifer Briney joins us to break down the COVID relief debacle, Pelosi's missed opportunity and how COVID will affect the ACB confirmation.
2020-10-08
1h 11
Talking Fat
Jen is SO LATE
Jen is Late and Jonathan is low key after a migraine. We talk about dehydration, favorite water brands, healthy snacking and getting off our butts!
2020-04-29
28 min
Congressional Dish
212: The COVID-19 Response Laws
Since COVID-19 began ravaging the human race, Congress has passed three bills into law that are meant to respond to both the health care crisis and the financial crisis. In this episode, Jen highlights the first two laws in their entirety and the provisions from the third law that are most likely to help the most Americans - the cash payments and unemployment provisions. She also documents the process used to pass all three bills into law, because this is NOT the way Congress is supposed to function. We have some firing to do. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to...
2020-04-06
1h 38
The Grimerica Show 2.0
#411 – Jen Briney
The interview starts at 39:25 Jen Briney – Host of Congressional Dish podcast joins us to chat about her value for value podcast. Jen mainly researches […]
2020-04-05
1h 58
The Grimerica Show 2.0
#411 – Jen Briney
The interview starts at 39:25 Jen Briney – Host of Congressional Dish podcast joins us to chat about her value for value podcast. Jen mainly researches […]
2020-04-05
1h 58
The Grimerica Show
Jen Briney
The interview starts at 39:25 Jen Briney - Host of Congressional Dish podcast joins us to chat about her value for value podcast. Jen mainly researches and talks about Congress, the government and will read thousands of pages of Congressional bills to summarize and deconstruct for you. We chat about conflict of interests, oversight, foundations, funding, corruption, and the deep state war machine. We chat about some of her specific episodes, like Afghanistan, the EU, and what she will be doing with these massive stimulus packages during this pandemic. https://congressionaldish.com/about/ In the intro we chat about the recent studio...
2020-04-05
1h 58
Congressional Dish
209: USMCA with Lori Wallach
The Trump administration renegotiated NAFTA and the 116th Congress passed those changes in order to make the USMCA into law. In this episode, international trade expert Lori Wallach, the Director of Public Citizen's Global Trade Watch, joins Jen to explain the differences between NAFTA and the USMCA. What you hear may surprise you. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send payments to: $CongressionalDish or Use your bank’s online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Plea...
2020-02-23
1h 09
Talking Fat
Talking Fat Origin Story
This is the pilot episode for Talking Fat, the new podcast by Jen Briney and Jonathan Oakes. What started as a drunken conversation at Karaoke will end with increased health and happiness for hundreds, if not thousands of listeners. This won't be much like other shows that talk about health and weight loss. We're not experts trying to teach you what to do. Instead, we're people on different parts of the same spectrum who will tell you what we're doing and what we're thinking. Welcome to Talking Fat. Get ready for a hell of a...
2019-11-05
27 min
RoadMAP to Politics
Jen Briney: Host of Congressional Dish
This week, Liam, Alex, and JH interview Jennifer Briney, host of Congressional Dish and C-SPAN enthusiast, where she dives into bills passed in Congress. Topics talked about include: Podcasting, The Federal Reserve, Medical Billings, Congress, and other issues concerning today’s America. Links: Check Out the Congressional Dish Podcast! https://open.spotify.com/show/26TmC1C9gP9LpEUZ8HzbR6?si=cf2G3n6jQC-s8WSGHTwymg The Daily Digest: https://www.congress.gov/congressional-record The Council on Foreign Relations Member List: http://cfr.org/membership/roster...
2019-10-07
59 min
Congressional Dish
202: Impeachment?
Donald Trump. Ukraine. Joe Biden. A phone call. Election Interference. Impeachment! What the hell is going on? In this episode, an irritated Jen gives you the backstory that you need to know about the impeachment drama, including what the steps to impeachment are. Prepare yourself: Everyone devoted to the Republican or Democratic parties will be pissed off by this episode. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send payments to: $CongressionalDish or Use your bank's online bill pa...
2019-10-06
1h 12
Pro Podcaster Stories
Using the Value for Value Model to Earn a Living, Travel, and Do Good in the World with Jen Briney
Jen Briney is the host of the Congressional Dish podcast where she breaks down what is happening in Congress that most Americans don’t know about. Jen’s perspective for the show is a fed-up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party. Jen has designed Congressional Dish so that it will fill you in on the must know information about what our Representatives do after the elections and how their actions can and will affect our day-to-day lives. Jen shares her varied work journey and how she started paying attention to world events while living in Germa...
2019-09-10
56 min
Congressional Dish
200: How to End Legal Bribes
The currently legal ability of obscenely rich people to bribe lawmakers and law enforcers is the source of many - if not all - of our political problems. In this episode, get an update on the few democracy-enhancing bills that have moved in this Congress and Jen speaks to Sam Fieldman - the National Counsel at Wolf-PAC - who explains how we can constitutionally end the role of money in politics by going around Congress. Joe Briney joins Jen for the thank you's. Executive Producer: Randall Dibble Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum vi...
2019-07-14
2h 47
Congressional Dish
198: Rationing the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund
The 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund is being rationed due to a lack of funding and an approaching end date for the program. In this episode, learn about the shocking, growing number of 9/11 victims, understand why these victims are in danger of having to bear the financial consequences of their injuries on their own, and examine the details and status of H.R. 1327, the bill that would solve this problem for good. Jamie Kilstein joins Jen for the thank you's. _________________________________________________ Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Pat...
2019-06-17
2h 41
Congressional Dish
197: Constitutional Crisis
The United States system of government depends on the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches keeping each other accountable, but what happens when two of the branches refuse to police the third? We might soon find out. In this episode, by examining the Attorney General William Barr's response to the release of the Mueller report, learn about recent events which foreshadow our system of government being tested in ways it hasn't been tested before. _________________________________________________ Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send pay...
2019-05-31
2h 12
Congressional Dish
196: The Mueller Report
We finally have the facts. The two year long investigation, lead by Robert Mueller, into whether or not the 2016 Donald Trump for President campaign worked with members of the Russian government to steal and release Democratic Party emails is now complete. In this episode, after reading every word of the 448 page report, Jen breaks what the facts indicate Donald Trump did and did not do so that we can all be "in the know" for the Congressional battles with the President that are sure to come. Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to...
2019-05-19
2h 28
Congressional Dish
195: Yemen
Yemen: Most of us don't know where that is but we Americans have been participating in a war there since 2015. In a surprise move, the 116th Congress recently put a resolution on President Trump's desk that would LIMIT our participation in that war. In this episode, learn about our recent history in Yemen: Why are we involved? When did our involvement start? What do we want from Yemen? And why is Congress suddenly pursuing a change in policy? In the second half of the episode, Jen admits defeat in a project she's been working on and Husband Joe joins Jen...
2019-04-29
2h 32
Congressional Dish
192: Democracy Upgrade Stalled
Things often don’t go according to plan. In this episode, featuring a feverish and frustrated Jen Briney, learn about the shamefully rushed process employed by the Democrats to pass their top priority bill, H.R. 1, through the House of Representatives. Executive Producer: Anonymous from Washington Please Support Congressional Dish – Quick Links to contribute monthly or a lump sum via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Send payments to: $CongressionalDish or Use your bank's online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Please make checks payable to Congressional Dish Thank you...
2019-03-15
1h 26
Congressional Dish
185: Global Energy Outlook
It’s impossible to analyze the political calculations of world leaders without factoring in global energy. In this episode, listen along with Jen and Joe Briney as they listen to a U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources hearing examining the Global Energy Outlook, which has served to determine the foreign policy decisions of U.S. leaders throughout 2018. Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump sum or set up a monthly contribution via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Use your bank’s online bill...
2018-11-26
2h 26
Congressional Dish
183: Tax Cuts... For Some of US
Taxes: We all hate them but we all have to pay them. In December 2017, the Republicans in Congress rushed major changes to our tax policy into law. In this episode, host Jen Briney and her accountant friend, Alexis Claypool, explain the most significant changes to how our tax payments are going to be calculated and how these changes are likely to affect us. You will also learn about a major dingleberry that hitchhiked its way into law attached to this bill. Joe Briney joins Jen for the Thank Yous. Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump...
2018-10-29
2h 10
Congressional Dish
181: Midterm Election Study Guide
Our duty as voters is to judge the job performance of our members of Congress and decide whether or not they deserve to be re-hired or fired from their positions as lawmakers. In this episode, Jen summarizes 20 controversial bills and laws that passed during the 115th Congress which you can use to judge whether your Representative and two Senators have voted in your best interest. Links to all of the votes are listed in this episode's show notes on www.congressionaldish.com Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump sum or set up a monthly contribution...
2018-09-29
2h 21
Congressional Dish
179: Hearing: Who's Tracking the Immigrant Kids?
In an experimental follow-up episode, listen along with Jen and Joe to the highlights of a Senate hearing examining the progress that has been made towards caring for the immigrant children who have been either taken from their immigrant parents or who arrived in the U.S. alone. Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump sum or set up a monthly contribution via to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Send payments to: Send payments to: @Jennifer-Briney Use your bank’s online bill pay function to mail contributions to: Please make checks payable to Co...
2018-08-27
3h 03
Vroom Vroom Veer with Jeff Smith
Best of VVV Jen Briney – Congressional Dish Podcast
Hey! Yes another re-run! Look, we all need time off, so while I'm basking in summer glory in Michigan and Wisconsin hanging out with family and friends you can check out this re-run (best of). This is one of my favorite shows, so in case you missed it the first time...enjoy :D. Jen Briney says... Hi. I’m Jen Briney. I’m the host of Congressional Dish. My husband and I currently live in Walnut Creek, CA but I was raised and went to school in Southern California. I have a degree in Communications from Loyola Marymount University. Congressional Dish...
2018-07-30
59 min
Because of My Podcast
JEN BRINEY is Appearing on CSPAN
If you are an American YOU NEED to listen to Congressional Dish. Jen Briney started off reading every bill that went through congress. She has been doing great work on her show (and I know I voted differently last time due to her podcast). She recently announced she will be interviewed on Washington Journal on CSPAN on August 9th, 2019. Check out her show at www.congressionaldish.com Watch her appearance at https://www.c-span.org/video/?463306-5/washington-journal-jennifer-briney-discusses-congressional-dish-podcast-news-day
2018-06-29
02 min
Congressional Dish
176: Target Venezuela: Regime Change in Progress
Venezuela, home to the world’s largest oil reserves, is a country that has been experimenting with a new so-called “socialist” economic model for twenty years. For this sin, two consecutive Venezuelan Presidents have been targeted for regime change by the architects of the “free market” World Trade System, an economic system they intend to be global. In this episode, learn the recent history of Venezuela and hear the highlights of a March 2017 Congressional hearing (which was not aired on television in the United States) during which strategies for a Venezuelan regime change were discussed, and then learn about the regime cha...
2018-06-25
2h 37
Congressional Dish
175: State of War
The State Department is known as the agency that solves conflicts with words but a closer look reveals that it’s much more connected to war than most of us think. By examining the State Department’s funding for 2018, discover the State Department’s role in regime changes past, current, and future. In this episode, you’ll also get an introduction to the National Endowment for Democracy, a scandalous organization with a noble sounding name. Mike Glaser joins Jen for the Thank You’s. Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump sum or set up a monthly co...
2018-06-11
2h 57
Congressional Dish
174: Bank Lobbyist Act
The Bank Lobbyist Act was just signed into law and as the nickname suggests, it is a banker’s wet dream. In this episode, learn the details of this new law including the many favors to banks big and small - which undoubtedly make our entire financial system riskier - along with a few good provisions that can help you protect your identity and maybe even increase your credit score. Joe Briney joins Jen for the thank you’s. Please Support Congressional Dish - Quick Links to contribute a lump sum or set up a monthly contribution via to support Congr...
2018-05-28
2h 10
The Dork Forest
Congress w/ podcaster Jen Briney- Ep. 438
CSPAN3. Did you know there was a THREE? Jen Briney (@jenbriney) follows the House and the Senate. There’s drama in these people that run our country. They are all, very HUMAN, very bought, people. Enjoy. DONATE TO YOUR LOCAL FOODBANK THIS MONTH INSTEAD OF DONATING TO THE DORK FOREST. Google “your town” and “food bank.” DO IT> New Album available on Amazon and iTunes now and later. “I Am Not the Hero of This Story.” Real CD on the website. Premium eps are taped live and available here: https://thedorkforest.bandcamp.com/ Merch! CD, DVD, links to watch my comedy. You ca...
2017-11-21
1h 04
The Dork Forest
Congress w/ podcaster Jen Briney
CSPAN3. Did you know there was a THREE? Jen Briney (@jenbriney) follows the House and the Senate. There’s drama in these people that run our country. They are all, very HUMAN, very bought, people. Enjoy. DONATE TO YOUR LOCAL FOODBANK THIS MONTH INSTEAD OF DONATING TO THE DORK FOREST. Google “your town” and “food bank.” DO IT> New Album available on and now and later. “I Am Not the Hero of This Story.” Real CD on the website. Premium eps are taped live and available here: Merch! CD, DVD, links to watch my comedy. You can also get a dork forest tshi...
2017-11-21
1h 04
Going Deep with Aaron Watson
219 Jennifer Briney, Dropping Knowledge Bombs About Congress
Jen Briney hosts Congressional Dish, a podcast covering the legislation that passes through Congress. If you are an American, you are your Representative’s boss and Jen’s show will help you judge their job performance. Using the information from Congressional Dish, you can decide if their actions represent you and choose whether to re-hire or fire them. Jen does this by explaining complicated legislation in a way anyone can understand and exposing Representatives who accept legal bribes (“campaign contributions”) from industries that benefit from their bills. Her tenacity and intellect are surpas...
2017-06-12
30 min
The Creative Impostor
Give yourself a real shot at your crazy dream, Jen Briney of Congressional Dish
“Give yourself a real shot at the dream, go for it, and if you fail, fine, but at least you gave it a shot and you’re definitely going to learn something that will help.” ~Jennifer Briney Create the thing YOU want to exist… We’re switching gears just a bit on this episode — we are talking politics — I KNOW TABOO!!! But don’t roll your eyes in disgust, frustration and overwhelm. You are going to LOVE this conversation with Jennifer Briney of Congressional Dish podcast. I discovered Jennifer and her show earlier this y...
2017-06-07
52 min
The Twisted Ten - Unique Top Ten Lists
Top Ten Congressional Scandals w/ Jen Briney
The Twisted Ten Show Notes: - We were honored to have Jen Briney from the Congressional Dish podcast guest host this episode. She brings us her top ten congressional scandals. Likewise with her show, Congressional Dish, she certainly brings the comedy to a politically motivated Twisted Ten. Jen Briney with Congressional Dish Website http://www.congressionaldish.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CongressionalDish/ Twitter @JenBriney @CongressDish Congressional Dish Patreon https://www.patreon.com/CongressionalDish You're listening to The Twisted Ten Bringing you original and unique , Host created Top Ten Lists Recorded live in World Famous Cocoa Beach Florida With hosts Tach V...
2017-05-18
1h 30
My Worst Interview Ever
MWIE 036: Jen Briney (Holds A Grudge)
Some people notice things. Other people do things. Some people talk. Other people act. Some people complain. Other people create. Our guest today is other people. After noticing discrepancies between what's true in Washington and what's reported about Washington--and a severe lack of transparency within Congress--Jen Briney decided to do something about it. She created the Congressional Dish podcast, which ultimately became hugely successful, and it's truly making a difference. Not only will you learn how to do interviews and podcasts from Jen...you'll learn about how to do life. Jen Briney is the host of...
2017-04-17
16 min
The More You Nerd Podcast
Episode 248: Getting Congressional With Jen Briney
We enter a realm we rarely delve into this week as we have Jen Briney, host of the Congressional Dish podcast, on the show to discuss her nerdy passions of researching and understanding Congress and the exact nature of the bills being passed! While we don't delve into the political realm often, we had a blast talking to Jen about the nature of the political beast!
2017-04-10
1h 11
The Dear Mattie Show
Dear Mattie 89 Jen Briney from Congressional Dish and How to Actually Make a Difference in Your Government
Jen Briney is a superhero to me. Truly. She is a person who cares about facts over emotion and lives to decipher what laws can truly give people comfort and happiness in their lives. She's one of the good ones--but she's kinda a ball buster. It's not tough love-it's real love she has for her listeners. She loves the Truth. And during this time in politics, the truth doesn't seem to be anywhere. I loved this conversation with her and I even had a few of my own "Ah-has". If you're sick of politics--listen. If yo...
2017-03-16
1h 21
Live To Grind
EP 191 Shady Congress and Making Money Podcasting with Jen Briney
Sneaky backdoor tactics from Congress. How to earn money podcasting. What I learned from Donald Trump about Facebook ads and crowdfunding from his successful election run. This is a potentially controversial and assuredly fascinating interview with Jen Briney! A few highlights from this interview include: - What Jen did before getting into politics and podcasting. - How Jen ended up in Germany and the stark differences she found there versus the United States. - The incident on C-SPAN that was the catalyst for her. - The last minute tactic that allows scandalous bills to become laws. - How companies got...
2016-12-15
32 min
Inside The Mind of Brandon T. Adams
EP 191 Shady Congress and Making Money Podcasting with Jen Briney
Send us a textSneaky backdoor tactics from Congress. How to earn money podcasting. What I learned from Donald Trump about Facebook ads and crowdfunding from his successful election run.This is a potentially controversial and assuredly fascinating interview with Jen Briney!A few highlights from this interview include:- What Jen did before getting into politics and podcasting.- How Jen ended up in Germany and the stark differences she found there versus the United States.- The incident on C-SPAN that was the catalyst for her.- The...
2016-12-15
32 min
Starve the Doubts
Congressional Dish with Jen Briney
The conversation occurred before the US election. You can learn more about Jen Briney here: http://www.congressionaldish.com/Support the show
2016-12-05
14 min
Sea Hawkers Podcast: for Seattle Seahawks fans
The Dark Knight Returns, Wilson vs Brady separated by one big stat, Jen Briney of Congressional Dish
Most Seahawks fans knew that it would be touch to expect a victory going on the road to take on Genghis Tom and the Patriots, but our Seahawks got it done. The 31-24 win came down to the final seconds of the game, something that is now becoming a weekly tradition. The offensive line did well to protect Russell Wilson, who threw for nearly 350 yards. By all accounts Wilson showed that he could outduel Brady, but there was one stat that really separated these two quarterbacks. A ton of credit for the win goes to the defense...
2016-11-16
1h 51
Election College | Presidential Election History
Jen Briney of Congressional Dish Podcast | Election College
In this supplemental episode, we’re talking to Jen Briney, host of Congressional Dish! Jen has a degree from Loyola Marymount University and is the host of Congressional Dish. In December of 2010, Jen was watching C-SPAN when she realized that a congressman had attached an amendment to a government funding bill that had nothing to do with the bill itself! After that, she started researching and then podcasting - and the rest is history. Check out Congressional Dish by visiting http://www.congressionaldish.com and be sure to follow Jen on Twitter @JenBriney and @CongressDish. _______________ We recorded an audiobook! It’s...
2016-10-26
39 min
Ambitious Radio | Inspiring Conversations with Ambitious Entrepreneurs & Thought Leaders
Jen Briney, Guest on Ambitious Radio with host Doug Parker – Episode 55
Brought to you by www.Road2Black.com - Credit Reports, Scores and Monitoring In this episode of Ambitious Radio, host Doug Parker discusses the difference between information provided by the media in the United States and other countries and Reading primary documents instead of following media trends with host of Congressional Dish Jen Briney Other sponsors: www.RepairMyCreditNOW.com - Credit Repair www.AutoFlex.com - Automobile Leasing http://grasshopper.com/ambitiousradio - The Entrepreneur's Phone System www.FreeElectricityDFW.com - Residential Electricity Subscribe by texting the word Ambitious to 69922 *text rates apply see website for more details. ...
2016-10-19
52 min
Interview Connections | The Leading Podcast Booking Agency
Listener Supported Political Podcasting with Jen Briney
Jen Briney is a trailblazer in crowdfunding podcast journalism. During this episode, we talk about what actually goes into producing an episode of Congressional Dish, and discuss downloads, listener-based financial models, what it’s like to get bad reviews, and how you can grow a big audience by focusing on creating solid content. Main Questions Asked: When did you introduce the Listener Contribution Model? Talk about the behind the scenes production work on Congressional Dish. Do you mingle with the other podcasters in your category on iTunes, or just focus on your own thing? ...
2016-09-28
1h 10
School of Podcasting - Podcast Tips to Plan, Launch, Grow Your Podcast
Content You Can't Get Any Place Else with Jennifer Briney
Today I am excited to have Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast on my show. Jen reads legislation that is going through the house of representatives. She then reports back to you with no slant on democratic or republican slant but more of a intelligence vs moron slant. Her passion to help people understand what is happening right under our noses oozes out of her. Any conversation about politics will make it obvious. Congressional Dish is so good that at times I have to turn it off. It makes me upset and I need to punch...
2016-09-05
56 min
The School of Podcasting
Content You Can't Get Any Place Else with Jennifer Briney of The Congressional Dish Podcast
Today I am excited to have Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast on my show. Jen reads legislature that is going through the house of representatives. She then reports back to you with no slant on democratic or republican slant but more of a intelligence vs moron slant. Her passion to help people understand what is happening right under our noses oozes out of her. Any conversation about politics will make it obvious. Congressional Dish is so good that at times I have to turn it off. It makes me upset and I need to punch something. Yes, it's t...
2016-09-05
55 min
Lions of Liberty
235. Free Trade, or Rigged Trade? Jen Briney on the TPP
In today’s episode of Lions of Liberty, host Marc Clair welcomes back Jen Briney, host of the Congressional Dish podcast, back to the show to break down the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The TPP has been a subject of a lot of conversation surrounding the Presidential race, and nobody that we’ve found has done more research on this subject than Ms. Briney.
2016-08-10
40 min
Congressional Dish
119: Angel Watch Center
Good news! A new law was signed that creates the Angel Watch Center within the Department of Homeland Security, which will coordinate travel monitoring of convicted sex offenders. In this episode, Jen discusses the new law with Tim Ballard, the Founder and CEO of , which is an organization dedicated to saving children from international sex slavery. Please support Congressional Dish: to contribute with PayPal or Bitcoin; click the PayPal "Make it Monthly" checkbox to create a monthly subscription to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Mail Contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North #4576 Crestview, FL 32536 Thank you for supporting truly independent...
2016-02-14
54 min
The Ripple Effect Podcast
The Ripple Effect Podcast # 89 (Jen Briney)
Episode 89 with Jen Briney, creator & host of the Congressional Dish podcast. For two years Jen read every bill that past 'The House of Representatives' hoping to better understand where our money is being spent. She breaks down bills in a way the average listener can digest & have an better idea of where our hard earned tax money is going. Jen returns to the show to talk about some of her recent episode topics, how Congressional Dish has evolved, the importance of voting, how we can all make a difference and much more.
2016-02-10
1h 46
Lions of Liberty
LoLP 164: Jen Briney of Congressional Dish!
In today’s episode, host Marc Clair is joined by the host of the “Congressional Dish” podcast, Jen Briney! Jen tells us how she went from being relatively apolitical to starting to question things while living in Germany during the Iraq War, and years later sprung into action after viewing a shocking admission from a Congressman [...]
2015-12-07
47 min
Congressional Dish
109: Know Your GMO with Cara Santa Maria
joins Jen to discuss a House of Representatives passed bill which creates a national system for labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and prohibits states from enacting their own GMO labeling laws. Follow Cara on Twitter: Like Cara on Facebook: Please support Congressional Dish: to contribute with PayPal or Bitcoin; click the PayPal "Make it Monthly" checkbox to create a monthly subscription to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Mail Contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North #4576 Crestview, FL 32536 Thank you for supporting truly independent media! The Bill : Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015 the Federal government to require labels for g...
2015-11-29
1h 40
Congressional Dish
100: Intro to Lobbying with Jack Abramoff
In this special 100th episode of Congressional Dish, Jen interviews , the most famous lobbyist in the world. After spending 3.5 years in prison, Jack has been speaking out against the systemic corruption he participated in during his time in Washington D.C. and in this episode, he tells us Washington's secrets. Jack Abramoff's book: Please support Congressional Dish: to contribute with PayPal or Bitcoin; click the PayPal "Make it Monthly" checkbox to create a monthly subscription to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Mail Contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North #4576 Crestview, FL 32536 Thank you for supporting truly independent media! Information Presented...
2015-07-18
1h 49
Podcast Junkies - Storytelling Interviews & Conversations with Podcasters Podcasting Passionately
042 Jennifer Briney | I Actually Enjoy Reading the Bills, Which Means I’m a Giant Nerd
I first met Jen Briney at New Media Expo and really loved what she’s doing with her podcast. She reviews the bills coming out of the House of Representative and Congress on her podcast. Be warned that this is not a 30 minute show! Jen and I talk about her podcast, how she got started, how she’s monetizing her show, and much, much more. Please feel free to contact either me or Jen if you guys have any ideas on how she can spread the word and increase her listenership. Show Highlights 03:25 – I really think what J...
2015-06-15
1h 20
Profitcast - Helping businesses start a podcast that is profitable
Effective NON-Marketing Ways to Grow Your Podcast | Jen Briney of Congressional Dish
Please join me in wishing Brian a very Happy Birthday! He looks pretty good for pushing 50, doesn’t he? (Don’t tell him I said that.) Every superhero has an origin story, don’t they? (They do.) Profitcast has the unique privilege of presenting the origin stories of the superheroes of podcasting, while simultaneously providing us with the resources to turn around and become a superhero ourselves. We don’t need a cape or a mask, or super strength, or lightning fast reflexes to succeed in podcasting. We need a passion, we need resilience, and we need a strong...
2015-05-19
58 min
Profitcast: Monetize Your Podcast | Grow a Large and Loyal Audience
PC 48 | Effective NON-Marketing Ways to Grow Your Podcast | Interview with Jen Briney
Please join me in wishing Brian a very Happy Birthday! He looks pretty good for pushing 50, doesn't he? (Don't tell him I said that.) Every superhero has an origin story, don't they? (They do.) Profitcast has the unique privilege of presenting the origin stories of the superheroes of podcasting, while simultaneously providing us with the resources to turn around and become a superhero ourselves. We don't need a cape or a mask, super strength or lightning fast reflexes to succeed in podcasting. You need a passion, you need resilience, and you need a strong backbone. Read more...
2015-05-19
04 min
Congressional Dish
94: A Damage-Free February
A summary of all the bills that passed at least one branch of Congress in February, including six bills destined for a veto and one new law. Please support Congressional Dish: to contribute with PayPal or Bitcoin; click the PayPal "Make it Monthly" checkbox to create a monthly subscription to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Mail Contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North #4576 Crestview, FL 32536 Thank you for supporting truly independent media! Information Discussed in this Episode Read Jennifer Briney's . Check out , written by Paul and David DiGiovanni. [caption id="attachment_1731" align="aligncenter" width="266"] This is the tool I used...
2015-03-28
51 min
The Ripple Effect Podcast
The Ripple Effect Podcast # 69 (Jennifer Briney)
Episode 69 with Jen Briney, creator & host of the Congressional Dish podcast. For two years Jen read every bill that past 'The House of Representatives' hoping to better understand where our money is being spent. She breaks down bills in a way the average listener can digest & have an better idea of where our hard earned tax money is going.
2015-03-27
2h 06
Congressional Dish
91: DHS Shutdown Averted… For a Week
In this special episode, catch up on all the drama that surrounded the near shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. First, sit on the couch with Jen and Matt as they watch the first plan to avert a shutdown go down in flames, then sit in on a conversation between Jen and her step-brother Mike, a member of the Coast Guard who may have to work for free if the DHS is shut down next week. Please support Congressional Dish: to contribute with PayPal or Bitcoin; click the PayPal "Make it Monthly" checkbox to create a monthly subscription to...
2015-02-28
50 min
Congressional Dish
66: A Hunter’s Point of View
In early February, the House passed a package of eight bills that are supposed to appeal to hunters and fisherman. For this episode, Jen is joined by Cody Herman, host of and owner of , who helps Jen understand the bills and discusses whether or not the changes are good. Passed the House of Representatives on February 5, 2014 by 268-154. H.R. 3590 is a collection of eight bills, two of which never went through the committee process. The bill in its entirely also never went through committee. TITLE I: Prevents the EPA from regulating the chemicals in bullets, shot, projectiles, propellents, and...
2014-03-22
1h 06
Congressional Dish
56: Fired
Jen's husband loses his job; in this episode, the political situation that doomed his solar power company. Then we make a rough plan for the future, for ourselves and Congressional Dish. Joe Briney co-hosts. Links to Information in This Episode A solar farm seen from an airplane[/caption] *Correction: Jen said that the sun shines in Western Oregon; it does not. She meant Eastern Oregon. Representatives Discussed in This Episode - Oregon, Greg Walden's Legal Bribes Campaign Contributions [caption id="attachment_1151" align="aligncenter" width="946"] OpenSecrets.org, Dec. 6, 2013.[/caption] Music Intro and Exit Music: by (found on )
2013-12-07
1h 10
Congressional Dish
49: Crisis… Postponed
The shutdown is over & the debt ceiling postponed; we take a close look at the new law that finally ended the unnecessary crisis. Links to Information in This Episode Intro and Exit Music: by (found on ) Music: Now It's Over by (found on ) Music: by (found on ) , the law that ended the shutdown and suspends the debt ceiling 144 House Republicans - a majority - the new law The is officially dead! Standard & Poors estimates the government shutdown Senator Frank Lautenberg of pneumonia at age 89. Frank Lautenberg's widow was given $174,000 in the new law despite the fact that her late husband's...
2013-10-19
36 min