Podcasts by The Nu Deal

Will The West Let Ukraine Fall? from 2022-03-03T15:11:25

With Russia's invasion into Ukraine, we have seen The West - US, NATO, and other allies - condemn the act and impose harsh sanctions. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian people fight for their freedom. In...

Why Everyone, Even Republicans, Should be Supporting the 3.5T Biden Budget Plan from 2021-10-07T00:39:01

We all like to complain that nothing ever gets done in Washington, but I promise you that this budget bill is not one of those situations. Yes, even Republicans should be supportive of this bill...

The Biden Agenda and How Manchin and Sinema are Risking a Trump Presidency in 2024 from 2021-10-02T10:16:33

The key piece of the Biden agenda is a $3.5T dollar spending bill, being called a social safety net. But Senators Manchin and Sinema don't like the price tag. I analyze the bill and what America...

Your Rights, COVID Mandates and Why Americans are Still Dying from 2021-09-15T10:17:28

The COVID pandemic continues to dominate news even as we have withdrawn from Afghanistan, seen restrictive abortion laws passed, and have major infrastructure and budget bills moving forward.  W...

Afghanistan - 9/11 to Evacuation, Everything You Didn't Know from 2021-08-23T18:24:36

The situation in Afghanistan is a chaotic one, and while the evacuation from Kabul has been at the forefront, conversations about where to place blame have also prevailed. It is easy with Afghan...

Passing Lots of Bills Y'All - Budget Plan, Jeopardy and Afghanistan from 2021-08-13T17:45:50

The Senate passes the Infrastructure Bill and moves forward with the Budget Plan. There's a new Jeopardy host! Rand Paul was naughty with stocks, the situation worsens in Afghanistan and of cour...

Cuomo, Kavanaugh, January 6th and COVID from 2021-08-07T00:41:38

Andrew Cuomo's days are numbered. The secret is out - or not - on the Kavanaugh investigation, the January 6th commission is a brief beacon of hope while the delta variant spreads across America...

The Infrastructure Bill and Why it Might Be Dangerous from 2021-08-02T00:37:41

This episode focuses exclusively on the infrastructure bill, aka, The American Jobs Plan, that was approved for debate in the Senate last week. I discuss what is in this version of the bill, wha...

Is Bipartisanship a Myth? from 2021-07-23T13:35:45

This week, I focus on bipartisanship and try to determine whether or not it's a myth. Is there a lack of bipartisanship, or just overwhelming obstructionism? Does current proposed legislation ha...

Pelosi Flexes Muscle on Commission Integrity from 2021-07-21T23:11:46

In an unprecedented move, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi denied the Minority Leader two of his committee picks for the House January 6th Commission. Citing their previous statements on the issue, sh...

The Attack on Voting Rights from 2021-07-16T12:32:15

Voting Rights are a hot subject right now. Two major bills look to expand access to voting for eligible Americans, while many states try to limit the ability of voters to get to the polls - even...

Getting Real on Critical Race Theory - Part 2 from 2021-07-07T14:18:06

The term Critical Race Theory (CRT) has entered the public conversation in recent months due in large part to conservative outrage about the theory being taught in schools or the workplace. This...

Getting Real on Critical Race Theory - Part 1 from 2021-06-30T13:00:17

The term Critical Race Theory (CRT) has entered the public conversation in recent months due in large part to conservative outrage about the theory being taught in schools or the workplace. This...

Nu Minute: Liz Cheney and the Republican Party from 2021-05-06T17:51:43

Republican House Rep Liz Cheney released an Op-Ed in the New York Times on May 5th, challenging Republicans to get back to fundamentals and to stop supporting lies told by Donald Trump. What doe...

Student Loan Crisis Episode 3 (Part 2) Predatory Lending from 2021-03-05T16:19:33

The most critical episode in this series, Predatory Lending is at the heart of the Student Loan Crisis. When it comes to understanding this economic crisis, I believe this is the least understoo...

Student Loan Crisis Episode 3 (Part 1) Economic Factors from 2021-02-26T13:36:18

The third part of the Student Loan Crisis series examines the economic factors that catalyzed the Loan Crisis and also looks at the impacts of those factors as the crisis evolves. From rising tu...

Student Loan Crisis #2 - Dispelling Stigmas from 2021-02-25T10:20:11

There are many stigmas around student loan debt. Episode 2 of this 6 part series will explore them and, hopefully, dispel some of them. We've heard them before. "Students knew what they were doi...

The Student Loan Crisis: Episode 1 - The Basics from 2021-02-24T00:48:42

The Student Loan Crisis has rapidly grown over the last decade. Student debt is at an all-time high, and loan forgiveness is back in the news. This is the first in a six-part series that aims to...

Nu Minute: Money from 2021-02-18T00:59:29

Money. We all use it. We all need it. But what is it? How much is there? Why do we choose to use the monetary systems we do, and should we continue to do so? In this episode, I take a look at a ...

On the Eve of Democracy's Future - Election 2020 from 2020-11-02T19:00:55

Election Day 2020 is upon us. Americans are nervous, scared, and excited. I give a brief overview of the path to 270, when I think we will get results and the fallout that may befall us if resul...

Election Preview: Polling, Outcomes and the Fallout from 2020-10-29T17:51:51

With one of the most consequential elections in US history approach, I do my best to preview what is ahead.  First, an analysis of current polling, and what I think the expected outcome will be....

Nu Minute: Dear Trump Supporters and Undecided Voters | Final Thoughts Before the Election from 2020-10-27T18:06:46

Dear Trump Supporters and undecided voters. It has been a long four years for everyone, and we are now engaged in a highly consequential election. In this video, I walk through my thoughts on Tr...

Five Reasons to Abandon Your Trump Vote from 2020-10-22T19:05:28

In today's episode, me and my very first guest cohost, Kyle Andree of the podcast Dragon Ball Super Dope, talk COVID-19, the Election, Trump's Chinese Bank Account, and more. We wrap up with Kyl...

SCOTUS, Pandemic, Election, and Suppression from 2020-10-15T02:00

What a crazy few weeks. I take a look at the rising COVID cases, and our President's encounter with the virus.

Amy Coney Barrett just wrapped up her portion of her Supreme Court nominatio...

George Floyd was Obvious, but Rayshard Brooks is the Norm from 2020-06-22T16:21:24

In this week's episode, I take a look at the Rayshard Brooks shooting. While George Floyd's death was an obvious abuse of power by law enforcement, I believe Rayshard Brooks' death more accurate...

Systemic Racism in America from 2020-06-15T17:04:56

After touching on some of the events of the past week, including some protests I attending and Philonise Floyd's testimony at the House Judiciary community, I take a look at some tragic history ...

Systemic Racism in America from 2020-06-15T17:04:56

After touching on some of the events of the past week, including some protests I attending and Philonise Floyd's testimony at the House Judiciary community, I take a look at some tragic history ...

George Floyd - Work to be Done from 2020-06-05T07:45

On May 25th, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police officers. Since, nationwide protests have been held across all 50 states. But the nation is not unified. Many have made attempt...

Impeachment, Volume 1 from 2019-12-11T07:15

This episode is dedicated entirely to the ongoing impeachment inquiry and related hearings. No, stick with me. We will walk through this together, go over the details, discuss what's at stake, a...

Episode One! Compassionate Politics from 2019-10-03T14:50:08

Welcome to The Nu Deal! My name is Gerry, it's nice to meet you! Listen in to hear my political perspective and explain what I mean by compassionate politics. What influences our politics? What ...