Political Zoo
75 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -Political Zoo is a deep dive into the stories behind elections and political news through the lens of a staunchly progressive duo. With their no bs approach, they offer an in depth analysis of the Democratic and Republican parties while providing a good dose of humor along the way.
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Episodes
State of The Race: Biden vs Trump 2020
September 16, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWith less than 2 months until election day, Robert and Ross discuss the current state of the 2020 presidential race; in particular, the battleground/toss-up states where the election will be decided.
State of The Race: Biden vs Trump 2020
September 16, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWith less than 2 months until election day, Robert and Ross discuss the current state of the 2020 presidential race; in particular, the battleground/toss-up states where the election will be decided.
Bluemap: Winning State Legislatures
September 11, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBRobert and Ross discuss why state legislatures are so important to the everyday American and why they are key to preventing gerrymandering. Which ones can Democrats win back in 2020?
Trump is a Sexist Pig
September 06, 2020 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBDonald Trump has a long history of sexism and misogyny. Robert and Ross review his grossest comments and discuss the implications on the woman vote in the 2020 presidential election.
2020 Senate Spotlight Series: Alaska
September 01, 2020 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBRobert and Ross discuss one of the most unexpected Senate races of 2020, Alaska. The "last frontier" state is home to the most unique political environment of any state in America. Can the Democrats win here?
2020 Presidential Battleground Series: Arizona and Texas
August 27, 2020 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBArizona and Texas are two surprising sunbelt swing states this 2020 presidential cycle. Can Joe Biden win in these traditionally red states? Polling indicates he has a good chance. Robert and Ross discuss.
Voter Suppression: Save the Post Office!
August 22, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBTrump and the Republican Party have systematically attacked the foundations of American democracy via voter suppression tactics. Robert and Ross discuss as well as put forth solutions to guarantee that all Americans can exercise the right to vote.
Gerrymandering: Political Corruption
August 17, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBRobert and Ross discuss the unique phenomenon of American politics - politicians choosing the voters instead of the voters choosing the politicians. Gerrymandering has lead to a gross misrepresentation in Congress and has broken our democracy. Can it be fixed?
Gerrymandering: Political Corruption
August 17, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBRobert and Ross discuss the unique phenomenon of American politics - politicians choosing the voters instead of the voters choosing the politicians. Gerrymandering has lead to a gross misrepresentation in Congress and has broken our democracy. Can it be fixed?
2020 Presidential Battleground Series: Florida
August 12, 2020 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBFlorida, Florida, Florida. The Sunshine State is one of the most important swing states in US presidential elections. Robert and Ross examine why Florida has remained a quintessential battleground state for over 20 years and discuss the latest polls and predictions.
Veepstakes!
August 08, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBWith speculation mounting that Joe Biden is close to choosing his running mate, Robert and Ross discuss the potential vice-presidential candidates and give their predictions.
2020 Presidential Battleground Series: The Blue Wall
August 02, 2020 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBJoe Biden’s chance for the presidency runs right through the rustbelt, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Trump won these states by less than one percentage point in 2016. Robert and Ross discuss whether Biden can rebuild the blue wall.
Senate Spotlight Series: Montana
July 28, 2020 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBWill Montana be Big Blue Sky Country this November 3rd? Robert and Ross discuss the possibility of the Democrats winning a Senate seat in Montana - the surprise toss-up state of the 2020 Senate cycle.
Fake News
July 23, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBTrump's assault on the credibility of the free press has dangerously undermined truth and consensus. Robert and Ross discuss the ramifications of undermining the free press, who play a critical role in democracy by holding those in power accountable.
Fake News
July 23, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBTrump's assault on the credibility of the free press has dangerously undermined truth and consensus. Robert and Ross discuss the ramifications of undermining the free press, who play a critical role in democracy by holding those in power accountable.
Trump’s 8 Worst Swamp Cabinet Creatures
July 18, 2020 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBHas Trump drained the swamp? Robert and Ross discuss Trump’s “best people” as they countdown Trump’s 8 worst cabinet secretaries with their searing criticism and trademark humor.
2020 Senate Spotlight Series: Kansas
July 13, 2020 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBWe're not in Kansas anymore! Are the ruby red slippers of Kansas turning blue? Robert and Ross discuss the stunning real possibility of the Democrats flipping a Senate seat in deep red Kansas.
Divided Democrats: 4 Wings of the Democratic Party
July 08, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBAre the Democrats really divided? Robert and Ross describe and analyze the four wings of the Democratic party and how each faction plays a role in the overall success and failure of the party.
Divided Democrats: 4 Wings of the Democratic Party
July 08, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBAre the Democrats really divided? Robert and Ross describe and analyze the four wings of the Democratic party and how each faction plays a role in the overall success and failure of the party.
Trump’s Environmental Policy: A National Disaster
July 02, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBIs Trump the worst environmental president in US history? Robert and Ross break-down how Trump has rolled back environmental laws, destroyed the EPA, and gutted the US Department of Interior at the expense of human health and mother nature.
2020 Senate Spotlight Series: Maine
June 30, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWill Susan Collins, a senator who has taken a fall from grace with her constituents, be able to squeak out a victory in a blue state? Robert and Ross discuss the ability to pick up a seat for Democrats, believing that this is their chance to take the Senate majority. But can they take down the moderate lioness of the senate?
A Very Stable Genius: Trump's 7 Dumbest Quotes
June 25, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this hilarious and witty episode, Robert and Ross rank and discuss Trump’s seven most ignorant statements of his presidency with their trademark humorous takes and discuss the ramifications of the dumbing down of politics.
An Insurgence: The Never Trumpers
June 22, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBWhat has happened to the core principles of the Republican party under Trump? Robert and Ross discuss the de-evolution of the Republican party under the Trump era, Never-Trumpers, the Lincoln Project and their efforts to damage Trump's 2020 campaign and reclaim their party.
An Insurgence: The Never Trumpers
June 22, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBWhat has happened to the core principles of the Republican party under Trump? Robert and Ross discuss the de-evolution of the Republican party under the Trump era, Never-Trumpers, the Lincoln Project and their efforts to damage Trump's 2020 campaign and reclaim their party.
2020 Senate Spotlight Series: Arizona
June 19, 2020 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBCan the Democrats really turn Arizona blue? Robert and Ross discuss the Arizona Senate race, the candidates, poll numbers, and the overall state of the race with a good laugh or two along the way.