Debates with Dad: Epstein Files

Debates with Dad: Epstein Files

In this episode my dad and I debate the Epstein files, and more specifically President Trump's alleged involvement. To listen to this episode ad free subscribe to the podcast Patreon here! [https://patreon.com/ThatsPoliticsPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink] If you would like to give feedback or to add to the conversation you can email me at mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com [mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com] or you can dm me on our Facebook and Instagram. To view source or reference material visit the podcast blog post here. [https://thatspoliticspodcast.com/2026/05/18/debates-with-dad-epstein-files/]

The Epstein Files

This epsiode contains details of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. This episode is a long time coming... In this epsiode you'll hear me tell you who Jeffrey Epstein was, the attrocities he committed and the handling of the Epstein files. To listen to this episode ad free you can subscribe to the podcast Patreon here [https://patreon.com/ThatsPoliticsPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink]! To give feedback on this episode or to recommend an episode topic you can email me at mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com [mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com].

The Nuclear Dilemma

With the war in Iran paused currently (April 20), we need to take a look at their nuclear capabilities and the nuclear capabilities of the world. In this episode I define the nuclear dilemma, nuclear proliferation and non-proliferation, the science of nuclear weapon development and I wrap up talking about Iran's nuclear program. To view source material used in this episode visit the blog post on the official podcast website! [https://thatspoliticspodcast.com/2026/04/20/the-nuclear-dilemma/] To listen to this episode ad free you can subscribe to the podcast Patreon here [https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThatsPoliticsPodcast]. To give feedback on this episode or recommend an episode topic you an email me at mackenzieatkinson@that'spoliticspodcast.com [http://spoliticspodcast.com]. Make sure to follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576136982141] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatspoliticspodcast/]!

Talking Politics: Appalachia's shift right

In this episode I bring my best friend and fellow WCU political science alum Ryder Newell on to the show to talk about the shift of Appalachia's political alignment from blue to red. To view source material used or referenced in this episode you can visit the blog post here [https://thatspoliticspodcast.com/2026/04/06/talking-politics-appalachias-shift-right/]. If you want to avoid the ads, you can subscribe to the official podcast Patreon here [https://patreon.com/ThatsPoliticsPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink]. Make sure to follow the podcast on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576136982141] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thatspoliticspodcast/]. To recommend an episode topic or to give feedback on today's episode email me at mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com.

Voter Suppression

As we prepare for the 2026 midterms we need to talk about the power of the vote. Voter suppression is nothing new, we talked about gerrymandering in a previous episode and this episode dives into polling locations, voter ID laws and voting machines. If you experience voter suppression use this resource [https://www.usa.gov/voter-fraud] for reporting: To find your representatives and for contact information use these links below. * U.S. House of Representatives [https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative] * U.S. Senate [https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm] To listen to this episode ad free you can subscribe to the Patreon here [https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThatsPoliticsPodcast]. If you would like to give feedback on this episode or if you would like to recommend an episode topic you can email me at mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com [mackenzieatkinson@thatspoliticspodcast.com].