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The Civil Union

The Civil Union

By: Ryan Granger & Alex Galindo
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2 Midwest husbands breaking down politics with humor, receipts, and real-life context you won’t hear on the coasts.

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  • ICE Voodoo Dolls, Dory’s Vote, and Grifters | 12.23.25
    Dec 22 2025

    In this episode of the Civil Union Podcast, the hosts cover a range of topics from the peculiar behavior of retail workers to political discussions and a playful analysis of Dory from 'Finding Nemo.' They share behind-the-scenes details of their hectic content creation week and discuss political figures like Rob Reiner. Debates on Trump’s actions, ICE detentions, and voodoo dolls are interspersed with humor and personal anecdotes. The show concludes with a thoughtful reflection on holiday stress using a Mel Robbins quote, emphasizing the importance of self-focus and letting go of others' opinions.

    00:00 Welcome to the Civil Union Podcast

    00:48 Personal Updates

    01:26 Customer Service Experiences

    03:22 Rob Reiner's Legacy and Recent Reads

    06:09 Game Time: Dory's Political Affiliation

    11:10 Charlotte Jones and Political Class

    16:55 Trump's Obsession with Biden

    18:11 Jim Brown's Heartbreaking Story

    21:05 ICE Agent Voodoo Dolls and Gay Bars

    22:40 LGBTQ+ History Month Controversy

    23:41 Closing Remarks and Holiday Stress Tips

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    25 mins
  • Bananas, Mar-A-Lago Face, and Tuscany | 12.12.25
    Dec 12 2025

    In this episode of the Civil Union Podcast, the hosts introduce a new, spirited intro and discuss topics like Mar-a-Lago face affordability, Katie Miller's meltdown, and try out a new game that involves assessing movie characters' political affiliations. Additionally, they talk about a controversial decision by the US National Park Service and the Pantone color of the year.

    00:00 Welcome to the Civil Union Podcast

    02:15 Funny Headlines and T-Shirt Ideas

    08:01 New Game: How Would Movie Characters Vote?

    13:25 Katie Miller's Meltdown and GOP Critique

    18:12 Trump's Economic Policies and Public Perception

    23:25 Mar-a-Lago Face and Plastic Surgery Trends

    25:09 Pantone's Controversial Color of the Year

    26:33 Podcast Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    27 mins
  • Double Tap Strikes & Unqualified People | 12.05.25
    Dec 5 2025

    In this episode of The Civil Union, the hosts tackle a series of diverse topics, blending humor and serious discourse. They discuss local quirky news, like a drunken raccoon found in a Virginia liquor store, and dive deep into political controversies, including the legality of U.S. military operations in the Caribbean and the Trump administration's appointments of unqualified individuals. They also touch on topics like lab-grown meat, Trump’s Thanksgiving outbursts, and current pop culture mentions. The episode is fueled by a mix of personal anecdotes and strong opinions on pressing political issues.

    00:00 Introduction to The Civil Union Podcast

    00:37 Weekly Updates and Personal Anecdotes

    05:33 Hockey, Romance, and Pop Culture

    09:20 Controversial Military Operations in the Caribbean

    11:52 Congressional Reactions and Legal Implications

    16:40 Senator Mark Kelly's Response

    17:51 Venezuela and US Military Involvement

    18:45 Trump's Controversial Pardons

    20:41 Unqualified Administration Appointments

    26:45 Trump's Thanksgiving Week Behavior

    31:23 Lab-Grown Meat: The Future of Food?

    35:04 Conclusion

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    36 mins
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