As the shadows of the January 6th insurrection still stretch across our nation's landscape, we sit down to reflect on that tumultuous day and its enduring impact on the heart of American democracy. We delve into our personal experiences of the event, the chilling 'what-ifs' that could have rewritten history, and the collective trauma that lingers. As the next election cycle inches closer, the conversation turns introspective, examining the very real fears of a recurring threat to our democratic process. The political scandal map is as intricate as it is scandalous, and we navigate its complex byways, from iniquitous brothels to the perplexing contradictions in the GOP. We dissect the influence of figures like Nikki Haley, Lauren Boebert, and Marjorie Taylor Greene on the fabric of Republican identity politics and the broader narrative on trust in public service. This episode peels back layers of political intrigue, revealing the murky depths of outrage addiction and the manipulative force of propaganda that shapes our national dialogue. Yet, even amidst the intensity of domestic political dissection, we're reminded of the broader picture as we discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its potential shadows over upcoming U.S. elections. We grapple with the role of Hamas, the quest for peace, and the challenge of maintaining focus on international human rights issues amidst a sea of political storms. Our casual yet earnest examination highlights the importance of staying informed, involved, and ready to contribute to the democratic process in meaningful ways. Join us for a candid discussion that underscores the complexities of our time and the ongoing dance of democracy and discourse. Support the showSupport the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2003879/support Follow our show's hosts on Twitter: twitter.com/@CoolTXchick twitter.com/@Caroldedwine twitter.com/taradublinrocks twitter.com/blackknight10k twitter.com/@pardonpod Find Tara's book here: Taradublinrocks.com Find Ty's book here: Consequence of Choice Subscribe to Tara's substack: taradublin.substack.com Subscribe to Ty's substack: https://theworldasiseeit.substack.com/ Support Our Sponsor: Sheets & Giggles Eucalyptus Sheets (Recommended): Sleep Mask (I use this every night) Eucalyptus Comfortor ...