This week features an announcement: It's not goodbye, it's just so long. Plus, a whistle is blown, Trump speaks "wall", and the danger of the erosion of truth.

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#74: Con Te Partirò

This week, Mike and Frates talk about Bolton boltin'. Also, vaping is not wonderful and a debate of ten. Will Mike get his moment? We shall see.

#73: Not Good Sauce

This week, Mike and Frates break down the peculiarities of Parliament. Plus, our President takes a stab at arts and crafts and we ask, "Where is the counter culture"?

#72: SHARPIE-GATE

This week, Mike and Frates discuss some odd theories held by our president and his possible "strong man" fetish. Also, turning the G7 into the G8 and a very interesting take on the presidential polls.

#71: Nuclear Weather

This week, Donald Trump declares himself the "chosen one". Mike and Chris discuss the possible recession and Trump's reluctance to admit to it. Trump and Denmark have beef. The Fox News Trump administration revolving door and Mike's Democratic candidate flavor of the week.

#70: Feeding The Monster That Eats You

This week Mike and Frates unpack the Mueller testimony and offer a critique of the goings-on in the chamber.  Mike is a bit upset, but Chris sees a silver lining and points out a fact that is definitely “not OK”.

#69: Above The Law

Today, MIke and Frates discuss how to deal with a racist president. Plus, they track the evolution of the GOP and taking pride in the USA.

#68: Cult Of Personality

This week, Mike and Frates break down debate 1.0 (AKA: the kids table). They discuss the winners, the losers, the audio, and the challenges of live TV. Plus, pinions on Mr Mueller's show and Mike's "issue numero uno".

#67: Done-zo

This week, Mike and Chris discuss the ramifications of Iran shooting our drone and how much bluster this will merit. Plus, Mike's huge flip flop and how do we fix Joe?

#66: Chyrons & Bottom Thirds

It's Trump international as the president visits London and France. Plus, Frates explains why Mike should be nervous, diminishing relationships, and how tariff-ic things are in the USA.

#65: Biden And Co.

Mueller speaks... (much to Mike's chagrin)! Plus: Trump VS. BOAT. The side effects of impeachment, and Joe Biden (Oh grandpa!).

#64: Chief Petty Officer

This week Mike and Frates discuss presidential kabuki theater and why Trump and Pelosi make a great duo. Plus, should we still worry about Iran? Enjoy your stained glass window.

#63: Premeditated Tantrum

This week, all eyes are on Alabama as they legislate women's rights. Plus, rising tensions with Iran Biden leads the pack of one million hopeful candidates. Tune in.

#62: Like A Frates Train

This week, Mike and Frates discuss the revelations and takeaways from the Mueller report. Also, what "fake news" was real and a bad day for Sarah Sanders.

#61: It's Mueller Time

Today, we recap the eviction of the world's lousiest house guest: Julian Assange. Plus, Trump administration casualties and survivors, immigration policies, and the biggest bumper sticker ever.

#60: Layabout

Join talk show host Mike O'Meara and top Washington journalist and former CNN on-air investigative correspondent Chris Frates as they talk news, analyze politics, and have a little fun.

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