Happy New Year Everyone! Season 3 starts out with a bang as the PC Lounge celebrates one full year in business. The gang dives into their views on MLK's legacy and if government is capable of transforming society like they did during the civil rights movement during Bar Side Banter.  After the break, FDR kicks off Policy with Character as the lounge analyzes political eras and  whether we're in the midst of a change in eras in a post-Reagan world. Plus this week's tasty cocktail is a Tequila Marking Jay. DRINK RECIPE (Tequila + Aperol Drink)  2 ounces of Reposado tequila ..read more

The PC Lounge opens for the last time in 2021! It's been an incredible journey for us at the Political Curiosity podcast and during this episode we take some time to review the pod and politics, particularly the Biden administration. We had big expectations for Biden as he took office; thus, we discuss his successes as well as his disappointments. In addition, we take a moment to reflect on the first year of the podcast, our favorite episodes and moments! Finally, Marky J puts together a quick game of "facts and stats" for us. We hope you enjoy this last episode, we thank you for your support ..read more

As we approach the holidays, we decided to take things a bit lighter at the Lounge this week! With two hosts being Michigan alumni, during the Barside Banter we could not pass the opportunity to discuss UM's victory over OSU! Marky J mixed up some Apple Cider Margarita's as he attempted to disrupt our joy talking about his Tar Heels. During Policy with Character , we kept the sports theme giving our perspective on Name, Image and Likeness, and how college sports would change if athletes' received some sort of monetary compensation. Finally, during the Last Call, we took a few minutes ..read more

This week we took on some complex issues @ the PC Lounge, so to make the conversations a little lighter Marky J mixed up some Aperol Spritz for us! During the Barside Banter, we discussed why voters are more attracted to the GOP's cultural values while at the same time preferring the DNC's policies? In Policy with Character, we were briefly joined by venture capitalist Alec who gave us his impressions of a global minimum corporate tax. This recent initiative embraced by more than 130 countries around the world appears promising but also idealistic.  We run through the basics behind this p ..read more

Things get a little bit spicy at the PC Lounge this episode. The lounge's lawyer provides a disclaimer before we start sipping on the cocktail of the week: "The Spicy Watermelon Margarita". Once Luis joins us, we dive into the Bar Side Banter topic this week: The Labor Shortage. Luis and Pete discuss the complexities and realism of trying to rebound the labor market as the pandemic moves into this new phase. In Policy with Character, Tony's son 'Pep' introduces the topic of the Child Tax Credit through how it's benefited him with back to school supplies. Luis guides the Lounge through policy ..read more

We are back at the PC Lounge this week! During our bar-side banter, we take some time to discuss what's behind the history of October 12th, until recently known as Columbus Day. How do we make sense of this part of history in the 21st Century? Next, in our policy with character segment, we dive into the clean energy policy as part of Biden's Build Back Better bill. What's included? What are the benefits? Who is negatively impacted? How do we make sense of the politics around this important issue? Join us as we try to answer these and more questions while we sip on Marky J's drink for the ..read more

This week we are back at the PC Lounge for another great episode! We discuss what may be behind the crime surge in the U.S. and what that says about our society. We also dive into housing policy: should housing be a right? what is the role of government in providing housing? As always, Marky J surprises us with a new drink "the Sazerac" and we have a interesting chat with a new guest! The recipe for The Sazzie is simple: Chill a rocks glass (very cold), Add rye whiskey (preferably Sazerac Rye) and Peychaud’s bitters to a mixing glass full of ice, a bar spoon of simple syrup, stir for 15-20 se ..read more

Settle in as this week we are excited to welcome you to the PC Lounge for season 2 of Political Curiosity! Our captivating conversations will now continue at the Lounge where we will be joined by the famous bartender Marky J! We never know who we might encounter at the Lounge, this week it was Tony, who shared with us some of his concerns regarding childcare. We dive into that topic and we also hit on vaccine mandates during the first pod at the Lounge! And also, here's a look at Marky J's first recipe to try out as you listen: Old Fashion Cocktail, the old fashion way: 1-2 teaspoons simple ..read more

We are back for another great episode of Political Curiosity this week! We discuss the flaws of the education system in the US, particularly in rural areas around the country. What impact does this have on our society and politics? We also talk a little bit about political fatigue, why does this occur? What are the causes behind this issue that many of us seem to be experiencing? This week we have a mystery caller, look out for what words he has for us and the pod! Resources: Rural Education ..read more

In this week's episode, our conversation is centered around recent polls that show Biden losing ground in his approval rating. We discuss to what extent we should trust polls and how public opinion may be influenced by mainstream media narratives. Can Biden bounce back from the recent developments at home and abroad? To talk about this and more, our favorite permanent guest Mark joins us to give us his valuable takes ..read more