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  • Special: Homelessness in SE Michigan w/ Kimber Yanke
    Mar 9 2025

    Continuing our special conversations with those doing positive work in our community, we welcome Kimber Yanke. Kimber is the founder of Kids Empowered, a non-profit helping to assist women and children that are experiencing homelessness. During this special episode we discuss some of the challenges, victories and stories of Kimber's work as she strives to house those in need in Southeast Michigan.

    If you want to learn more about Kids Empowered head over to their website: www.kidsempoweredonthemove.org

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    30 min
  • Episode 51: Trump’s Joint Address & Dems’ (Non) Response
    Mar 6 2025

    Trump’s Joint Address was a dystopian spectacle, and the Democratic response? Let’s just say... yawn. We break down the speech, why his tariffs will crush us, not foreign nations.Plus, the latest healthcare and insurance fights, Gina gets raw about her own struggles and her call for reform, and yes—some Luigi discourse.

    Listen now—because pretending things are normal won’t save us.

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    39 min
  • SPECIAL: "State of the State Breakdown with Rep. Dylan Wegela"
    Feb 28 2025

    In this episode of Point of Disorder, we’re joined by Michigan State Representative Dylan Wegela to break down Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s State of the State address. Wegela, a democratic socialist, shares his unfiltered reaction to the speech—what worked, what didn’t, and what Democrats need to do to step up to meet the moment. We discuss the policies that should have championed for, where more pushback against the current right-wing agenda is needed and explore the bold action necessary to deliver real progress for Michiganders.

    Don’t miss this deep dive into Michigan politics, the battles ahead, and what it’s going to take for Democrats to rise to the challenge and deliver for the people.

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    22 min
  • Episode 50: Big Balls, Big Cuts, and Big Lies – The Week in Chaos
    Feb 27 2025

    In this episode of Point of Disorder, we break down the absurdity of the week, starting with the chaos surrounding DOGE and and why Michigan MAGAs are hellbent on bringing it to the state. Then, we dive into the Republican budget, which slashes Medicaid and leaves vulnerable children and seniors at risk.
    Meanwhile, Trump’s latest unhinged AI video erases Palestinians from Gaza and transforms it into a golden Trump real estate fantasy—because of course he did.
    On a lighter note, we’re talking dating in the political hellscape of 2025—how to spot red (or blue) flags before you waste time on someone who thinks “both sides are the same.. Plus, we wrap up with our 5 bullet point accomplishments of the week in the fight for democracy.
    🔥 Don’t miss this one—it's got balls, budgets, and bad decisions.

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    45 min
  • Episode 49: We got doxxed by a Dem for advocating for fair wages & BTW its Still Black History Month
    Feb 20 2025

    February is almost over and you'd be shocked to hear that it is indeed Black History Month. So on Point of Disorder the crew brings on Detroit political organizer, Chantel Watkins to discuss why this month has felt so...empty. The Trump Administrations efforts to gut DEI nationwide is being felt from the schools to the big box stores, but what can we do to uplift Black stories.

    Also, the latest executive orders from the White House plunge the country firmly into the Constitutional Crisis zone as Trump seeks to take over virtually all Federal oversight organizations. That plus loads more on this lates episode of Point of Disorder!

    Jamon Jordan: https://www.instagram.com/jamonblackscrollhistorian/

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    35 min
  • SPECIAL: A Chat With MI's Stephanie Chang
    Feb 16 2025

    The Point of Disorder crew have a chat with Michigan State Senator Stephanie Chang about a myriad of issues. We touch on frustration during the Lame Duck session. How to move forward with an split legislature and what is the future of Progressives in battleground states like Michigan. That and more in this engaging conversation.

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    27 min
  • Episode 48: The AI Endgame & Republikinks
    Feb 13 2025

    The team discuss what could possibly be the purpose of all of Elon Musk's meddling. If the Federal government is dismantled will AI replace it? JD Vance flew to France to tell the world that the US will not be regulating AI, has this been the plan all along?

    Also, the SAVE Act sounds like something out of a comic book, but it's actually hell bent on restricting voting access for millions of Americans. But why aren't you hearing more about it?

    And lastly, Valentine's Day is coming up, so with everyone letting their freak flag fly, what are some of the things that get Republicans off? That and more on this episode of Point of Disorder!

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    37 min
  • Episode 47: Is This a Coup? Billionaires, Betrayal, and Love or the Super Bowl?
    Feb 6 2025

    In this episode of Point of Disorder, we’re asking the big question: Is this a coup? From billionaire nepo babies being handed the keys to our government to Trump’s latest genocidal real estate scheme in Gaza, we break down how democracy is being auctioned off to the highest bidder. We’ll also dive into Elon Musk’s unprecedented access our most sensitive government systems—why does he get carte blanche, and who the hell is holding him accountable?
    And finally, in a true test of priorities, we tackle a hypothetical rocking Detroit: If it meant finally seeing the Lions in the Super Bowl, would fans give up on love?

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    20 min