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The Politics Bar

by From The Bunker

In communities across the U.S., from small towns to big cities, there used to be a lot more places like the ol’ neighborhood bar. It was a place you could come after work, to talk with your friends & neighbors about the news of the day, to have a few laughs, and maybe a few drinks. In those days, you could even talk about politics a little bit without causing a bar brawl. These days, the people in our personal communities are often spread from coast to coast and around the world. And while it’s great to see ‘em on social media, it would be better to have a place where the bartenders knew your name, and you could trust the folks in your community would be there with the latest news and drink or two. So we’ve created a place like that here – and you’re invited. Come on in, pull up a chair, grab something to drink, and we’ll get up to speed with the news of the day, at The Politics Bar.

Latest episodes

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Blue Tsunami Coming September 24, 2026

Shawn and Jody got tot talk with the amazing best selling author-who is getting an award this weekend- John Fugelsang. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brand

Sep 24
1 h 27 min

Let's Vote For A Different World September 23, 2026

As you can read in today’s News On Tap, the world grumbled at the U.N., & Trump pal’d around with Xi - but meanwhile, the blue tsunami keeps building. We’ll talk about th

Sep 23
1 h 28 min

Politics is Not a Game September 22, 2026

It was another full batch of news in today’s News On Tap. While Trump tries to go to war with everyone from the media to Iran, he looks like a chump in front of the world

Sep 22
1 h 27 min

Decade Of Dumb September 21, 2026

In a weekend that started with the public standing up to Trump & ended with the press (finally) standing up to Trump, there was a lot of news. We’ve got it all in today’s

Sep 21
1 h 27 min

Run Through The Tape September 18, 2026

There’s some amazing election news for folks across the broad Democratic-voting coalition in today’s News On Tap. We’ll cover today’s and recap all the big stories from t

Sep 18
1 h 27 min

Jody Is Correct! September 17, 2026

Today’s “News On Tap” has a clear theme: Democrats are united & on the rise, while Republicans are in disarray - & some of those rats are fleeing their sinking ship. We’l

Sep 17
1 h 27 min

Aiming Your Fire September 16,2026

Shawn and Jody chatted with THE Goth Ninja! David Ferguson. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 16
1 h 27 min

Friends and Operatives September 15, 2026

It’s a Two-Fer Tuesday evening at The Politics Bar! Sure, it may seem like it’s a double-helping of news in today’s News On Tap, with wars at home & abroad. But we’ve als

Sep 15
1 h 27 min

The News Is A Blender September 14, 2026

It was a busy news weekend & busy Monday, as you can see in today’s News On Tap. From Trump's forever war vs Iran, to his failing economy, to A.I. terror, attacks on voti

Sep 14
1 h 27 min

Remembering & Hoping September 11, 2026

As the U.S. & world commemorate today, our “News On Tap” has a full mix of flavors, including news from 9/11 events, the Iran war, Trumpapalooza, the failing economy, & m

Sep 11
1 h 27 min

Trump-A-Pa-Loser September 10,2026

Aren't you glad you're joining us t the bar tonight, instead of hanging out at Trump-A-Pah-Loser? Still - you should check today’s ‘News On Tap’ to get caught up on all t

Sep 10
1 h 27 min

Decency and Sanity September 9, 2026

On busy political news days like this, today’s “News On Tap” is best the place to keep track of all the news. From elections, to wars (Iran & Canada), to Trump’s 9/11 lie

Sep 9
1 h 27 min

No Speed Bumps, Only Gas September 8, 2026

Today’s “News On Tap” is almost overflowing with news from the long weekend! It might feel like a Monday evening (Even though it's TUESDAY), because Brooklyn Dad Defiant

Sep 8
1 h 27 min

Best Of and More for Labor Day September 7, 2026

It’s a Labor Day Monday evening Best of PLUS New, with a NEW Drink Of The Day, & fresh conversation, PLUS some great recent conversations with our friends, Dr. Annie Andr

Sep 7
1 h 27 min

More Perspectives In The Room Sept 4 2026

As we head into Labor Day weekend, the election is happening NOW, as you can see in today’s News On Tap. Plus, it’s been a heavy week of political news. We’ll recap the w

Sep 4
1 h 27 min

Put Women In Charge September 3, 2026

As you can see in today’s ‘News On Tap,’ election season is here. For Republicans though, it may as well be Halloween, as their worst fears are all coming true. Tonight,

Sep 3
1 h 27 min

The People Are Coming September 2, 2026

Shawn and Jody chatted with the amazing Joan Walsh! And the lovely (aka Jody's boyfriend) Charlie Pierce. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy &

Sep 2
1 h 27 min

Impromptu Family Show September 1,2026

Today’s “News On Tap” is filled with wars, chaos, halfascism, & stupidity. it helps to have friends with experience steady your mind. Conveniently, in the midst of today’

Sep 1
1 h 27 min

Organic Conversations August 31, 2026

Shawn and Jody chatted with the wonderful Brooklyn Dad Defiant! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aug 31
1 h 27 min

What's Wrong With Natalie August 28 2026

From marches in the streets, to battles at the courts & the ballot box, it was a full week of news, including today’s ‘News On Tap.’ But we’ve got some great friends to t

Aug 28
1 h 27 min

Chart trend

Position in the Politics chart (US), last 90 days.

#18
all-time peak
6
days in the top 50 since May 2025

Chart positions

Where The Politics Bar ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 25, 2026).

#194 ▼ 3 Politics US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

I very much appreciate Jody bringing facts and a ‘this is how it is’ attitude each week. She is truly calming amidst the political hellscape we all find ourselves in.

candrim77 · Nov 2020

This is a podcast by a group of friends who have crazy good chemistry and an ability to discuss and debate politics and current events in a most entertaining way. Don't subscribe if you are not a fan of fast-paced discourse by left-leaning but very fair wonks. Do subscribe if you like hearing other opinions and love to laugh. Jody, Nic and Rick (with other regulars) will treat you like friends and family.

germunster · Apr 2016

Enjoyable podcast as always. Only one complaint: No more food/beverages while on mic please. The crunching, chewing, swallowing, gulping etc is easily picked up by your recording equipment. I have sometimes come across this in other casual conversation & interview podcasts. It's even more annoying & pronounced when one wears ear buds while listening.

Marlowinc · Mar 2016

Love Jody and the guests but think replacing Sean or making him not the primary would make the show better. He seems privileged and out of touch plus every single episode has multiple basic grammatical errors. He needs to learn when to use “me” vs “I” as he gets this wrong frequently each episode. Also his voice is the only one out of many podcasts I listen to that just grates on me. Sean also pushes the “Bar” of the show to gimmicky. Jody should have the lead on this show. Plus her laugh is adorable.

GrumpyGramms · Jun 2025

Jody Hamilton is a delight as she discusses topics of interest of the week. Rick and Dave "Shocket for the Win" are also great contributors to the show. However, they are counterbalanced by a smug, pretentious know-it-all Englishman, Nic Sadler, who makes you want to throw the device on which you are listening through a glass window. It's especially frustrating as he pulls typical conservative talking maneuvers like talking over people to proves he's right even when he's wrong about something.

NMBioguy · Nov 2016

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