Draught Politics

Draught Politics


Latest Episodes

Episode 115 - Debatable Disaster
June 28, 2024

This week, we found ourselves at an unusual spot - Almost Home Tavern and Grill - to catch the debate. We discuss SCOTUS' busy term, stumbling on lazy judges, Clarence Thomas taking millions, and the perennial Trump saga. Then the debate started. Truly

Episode 114 - Convicted Felon DJT
June 08, 2024

This week, we braved the beautiful weather to record at Dovetail, despite some tech hiccups. We discussed the big news: Trump's 34-count felony conviction. We also chatted about misinformation, disinformation, and everything in between. Cheers!

Episode 113 - Lucky Episode 113
May 29, 2024

We crash-land at Spiteful Brewing for episode 113! Last episode we forgot to talk about our beer at Ravinia because we were so focused on tacos. Oops! Today, we're diving into the complicated mess of Trump trials, Rudy's surprise birthday guest, and even

Episode 112 - Tacos and Trials
April 27, 2024

This week at Ravinia, we're swapping political rants for taco rants because it's Taco Tuesday, baby! We've got our eyes on the Trump trial circus, marveling at the legal shenanigans. Also, we're plotting to pay for silence in beer since it's apparently le

Episode 111 - New Nano Brews!
April 14, 2024

We dive into Draught Politics at Demo Brewing Company, nano-brewing our way through recent chaos from political figures to AI targeting systems. It's been a bit, so grab a brew and let's catch up!

Episode 110 - Green Chaos & Sports Trades
March 17, 2024

We're at Begyle, on St. Paddy's, and diving deep into Chicago's all-out green chaos and the Steeler's quarterback room. Don't worry though, we've got what you need to prep you for the primary this Tuesday. Grab a pint, and listen in!

Episode 109 - Sunburns and Seriousness
March 03, 2024

Wow, another sunny day in Chicago has us soaking up rays (and possibly a sunburn) at Half Acre, where the beer is as delightful as ever. Too bad our spirits aren't as light after diving into the latest Supreme Court shenanigans, state politics, and the on

Episode 108 - Satellites & Shopping Carts
February 18, 2024

We're at Illuminated Brewworks, diving into everything from Russians buying Starlink in Ukraine to local Chicago politics. Also, is Tucker Carlson secretly trying to get a grocery gig with his awe at Russian shopping carts?

Episode 107 - The Year of the F**K
February 03, 2024

We're trading political punches over beers at Hop Butcher, talking about Nikki Haleys bold move against Trump, the 2024 election rollercoaster, and Arizona's wild Senate race. Plus, some serious legal drama for Trump and a brief on the Israeli situation.

Episode 106 - Frigid Caucus Forecast
January 15, 2024

Today's hilariously chilling episode comes from Double Clutch Brewing in Evanston, the furthest we've braved for beer. We dove into the frothy currents of political and legal chaos, joked about Trump's mounting legal fees and his unusual courtroom confess