BASED Politics

Hannah Cox

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How do you know what to think unless you are told? Sadly, most people don’t and are left to rely on biased news sources, political parties, and their social media peers. Libertarian-Conservative Commentator Hannah Cox has had enough. Join her as she works through major issues facing our society and walks listeners back through the root causes of problems. Along the way you’ll learn economics, history, public policy, sociology, and other foundational principles.

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171 episodes

Did Ron DeSantis just BETRAY his "parents' rights" promises?

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has built his political career around being a champion of "parental rights." But he just signed into law a new landmark bill that critics say tramples all over parents' rights. Who's right? Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they discuss the Biden administration's new war on the iPhone and a Yellowstone actor's viral moment that got him thrown off a plane. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Watch Hannah explains it all: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqrg7mLksxg&pp=ygUKaGFubmFoIGNveA%3D%3D  

49m
Mar 27
Supreme Court hears HUGE 1st Amendment case & Elon Musk goes OFF!

The Supreme Court just heard a massive case, Murthy v. Missouri, that could radically shape the future of the First Amendment in this country. Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they react to a SPICY interview Elon Musk just did with ex-CNN journalist Don Lemon about censorship, free speech, DEI & more. Finally, they recount how progressive policies backfired in Minneapolis so bad that Uber and Lyft are abandoning the city. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes!   00:00 Intro 01:09 Supreme Court hears HUGE First Amendment case: Murthy v. Missouri 26:15 Elon Musk goes OFF on Don Lemon in wild interview 54:25 Minneapolis (accidentally?) gets rid of Uber! 01:05:40 The response to this viral tweet is unhinged! 01:10:56 Hot Takes 01:12:55 Outro

1h 13m
Mar 20
Congress is (actually) banning TikTok!

Holy crap: Congress is ACTUALLY advancing legislation that would potentially BAN TikTok. Is this a valid response to a national security threat—or a trojan horse bill that infringes on free speech? Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they analyze newly released details documenting President Biden's mental decline and a scandal in the Colorado criminal justice system.   Check out Hannah Explains it All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XHhbifwOj4&pp=ygUKaGFubmFoIGNveA%3D%3D    

54m
Mar 13
Ron DeSantis gets BLOCKED by the First Amendment! 🛑

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just ran into a huge First Amendment roadblock after a federal court blocked his "Stop Woke" Act. Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they discuss a new "Bidenomics" website that embarrasses the president and a new viral video that exposes AOC's hypocrisy. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Check out the latest episode of Hannah Explains it All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klefOcstP5Q  

36m
Mar 06
Dr. Phil DESTROYS The View hosts on COVID Mania!

Is Dr. Phil BASED now? He just went on The View and absolutely destroyed the liberal TV hosts on their bizarre, continued defense of COVID mania.   Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. Then, they break down some huge First Amendment cases that the Supreme Court is currently hearing and react to a hilarious story showing just how insanely woke the New York Times has become.    

59m
Feb 28
Media pushes woke academics' INSANE anti-Trump smear!

You can't make this stuff up. Woke academics and mainstream media outlets are now claiming, with a straight face, that Donald Trump was the WORST president in ALL of American history.   Brad Polumbo breaks it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, he reacts to a Democratic congresswoman's insane new economic proposal & debunks a viral anti-capitalist TikTok.    Check out Hannah Explains It All: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJGfICxEVYY&pp=ygUKaGFubmFoIGNveA%3D%3D

30m
Feb 21
Conservative outrage over the Black National Anthem erupts

Why are conservatives so mad the Black National Anthem was performed at the Super Bowl? Plus, did Travis Kelce cross the line at the big game, was the whole thing rigged, and the odd commercial that got everyone talking. Plus Biden demands companies cease the "shrinkflation" trend his policies caused. Join Hannah with special guests Maj Toure and Pastor Darrell Scott this week to discuss all that and more!

1h 0m
Feb 14
“Woke Kindergarten” is actually a thing (and you’re funding it!)

It sounds like a parody, but "Woke Kindergarten" is a real thing—and your tax dollars are funding it. Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this new episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they break down new revelations that the Biden administration may have tried to CENSOR Amazon's book catalog and discuss Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's latest policy crusade. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Check out the latest "Hannah Explains It All": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYStiJtt3-I&pp=ygUKaGFubmFoIGNveA%3D%3D  

49m
Feb 07
America (still) has a SPEECH CODE problem 😳

America has a serious problem with "speech codes," if a bombshell report from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) is anything to by. Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they analyze Biden's new anti-fossil-fuel policies and how he's being influenced by... TikTokers? They round out the show by discussing a viral TikTok about what exactly counts as "middle class" these days.   Check out Hannah's new series "Hannah Explains It All": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAen6fl0Pgk

1h 6m
Jan 31
Nikki Haley sparks RACISM debate on the Right!

GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley is getting DRAGGED right now for claims she recently made about her experience with racism and race in America. Is she right or is she a wannabe victim?   Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. Then, they analyze Donald Trump's recent position on a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and explore whether Gen Z is... aging rapidly?!! As always, they round out the show with some hot takes!   Check out Hannah's new series "Hannah Explains It All": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_C5nSJJ-Qc   Subscribe to the BASED Politics Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/based-politics/id1535704082   Subscribe to the BASED Politics Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UgGGp9G5WupDgfccWTuKZ  

49m
Jan 24
Extremists are openly anti-MLK now 😳

Everybody agrees on the importance of Martin Luther King Jr.'s message. Or, at least, we used to. Extremists on both sides are now turning against MLK's message of colorblind equality, Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox explain in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. Then, they discuss a new lawsuit against Utah's latest attempt to restrict access to social media and a viral TikTok about Gen Z's economic frustrations.   Check out Hannah's new series "Hannah Explains It All": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_C5nSJJ-Qc  

47m
Jan 17
The mainstream media's race baiting gets exposed 👀

GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy just had a viral CLASH with reporters that perfectly exposed the bias of woke media. Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they discuss a viral clip of AOC discussing immigration that Republicans are freaking out over... but does she actually have a point? Plus, Brad & Hannah round out the show by reacting to a viral Gen Z TikTok and with some hot takes.

1h 2m
Jan 10
Right-wing civil war breaks out over 'sexy' conservative calendar?!

In the first episode of 2024, Hannah Cox is joined by special guest host Jack Hunter as they discuss a raging war between “trad” conservatives and… ”trad” conservatives where it seems the objective is to determine who hates women’s bodies more.   Hannah and Jack examine the impact this kind of rhetoric has on the Right’s ability to attract new supporters, as well as the problems with letting social conservatives dictate right-wing public policy. Then, they turn their attention to a string of (attempted) protests at airports across the nation over the holidays as pro-Palestine protestors attempted to make like the Grinch and steal Christmas.   Lastly, they discuss Green Day’s anti-MAGA New Year's Eve performance and the history of political protests via music.    

53m
Jan 03
Hannah DEBATED communists (it got spicy!) 😳

Hannah was just featured in a viral "Capitalists vs Communists" debate on Jubilee's Middle Ground series. She and Brad break down the experience and some highlights from it in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they analyze Tucker Carlson's recent comments attacking capitalism and... the Dollar Store? They round out the show with a George Santos update and, as always, some hot takes.

57m
Dec 20, 2023
Elon Musk brings most hated man on internet BACK to Twitter 😮

Elon Musk just brought the most HATED man on the internet BACK to Twitter. Is this a win for free speech or a huge mistake? Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they discuss a disturbing new move in Congress to infringe on our privacy rights with Orwellian new spying powers. Plus, they discuss a viral TikTok that reveals the prevalence of loneliness among young men.   Subscribe to the BASED Politics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w   * Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/

56m
Dec 13, 2023
Congressman George Santos's hilarious (but disturbing?) downfall 😂

Firebrand Congressman, serial liar, and gay icon George Santos has been EXPELLED from Congress. Is this karma or an injustice?   Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on the latest BASED Politics podcast. Then, they discuss a new Senate debate over whether illegal immigrants should be allowed to serve in the military. Plus, are "woke" high schools now segregating classes by race?   Subscribe to the new BASED Politics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w  

57m
Dec 06, 2023
Cancel Culture INFECTS Israel-Palestine debate 😳

Is Cancel Culture consuming the Israel-Palestine debate? And are both sides being hypocrites when it comes to the cancellation of people on their side? Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on the latest episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they analyze the TikTok outrage over streaming price hikes and ask whether TikTokers now regret their ardent support for the writers' strike. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Subscribe to the new BASED Politics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w  

53m
Nov 29, 2023
Woke activists try to cancel Thanksgiving 😂

Is Thanksgiving "problematic" now? That's the narrative some far-left activists are trying to spin. Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Plus, they analyze the election of libertarian economist Javier Milei as Argentina's new president. Are people finally waking up?   Subscribe to the new BASED Politics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/  

46m
Nov 22, 2023
What the heck is going on in New York?

What the heck is going on in New York? The city finds itself drowning in controversy after arresting a vigilante hero who saved a woman who was being mugged by a homeless man. Plus, the governor of New York, Kathy Hochul, just announced a creepy new Big Brother social media surveillance scheme.   Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox break it all down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. Next, they analyze a dramatic saga where the Washington Post just retracted a supposedly “racist” cartoon criticizing Hamas and laugh at California’s government, which just FINALLY cleaned up San Francisco… in advance of a visit from foreign leaders. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Subscribe to the new BASED Politics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/  

1h 6m
Nov 15, 2023
Biden declares WAR on Artificial Intelligence 😳

President Biden just declared WAR on the development of artificial intelligence technology, aka AI, with a sweeping new executive order that would seize control of its development. Why is he doing this and is it actually necessary? The answers might surprise you.   Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASEDPOLITICS podcast. Then, they react to a viral video where a comedian vents his frustration at the internet expecting EVERYONE to suddenly be Middle East experts. Finally, Michael Knowles points out just how far tipping culture has gone—is this officially too much?   SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BASED POLITICS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/        

1h 6m
Nov 08, 2023
Did the War on Drugs cause Matthew Perry's death?

This week, Jack Hunter subs in for Brad Polumbo with Hannah Cox to discuss Matthew Perry’s untimely death and the role the War on Drugs plays in addiction.   Then, a “prestigious” high school debate team refuses to debate until everyone feels safe, numerous COVID “experts” write off their wrongs, and these GOP congressional members stay consistent on their America First message.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BASED POLITICS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/    

1h 23m
Nov 01, 2023
Republicans TURN on free speech amid Israel war! 😳

It's times like this when free speech and civil liberties are most in danger. The war between Israel and Hamas continues to rage after the tragic October 7 terrorist attacks, and some American politicians like Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley are responding in ways that aren't consistent with the First Amendment.   Plus, Gen Z is freaking out about a potential draft and also... supports Hamas? Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it all down on the latest BASED Politics podcast.   SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW BASED POLITICS YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJt1C04snw6VdtNBFfE_9w        

56m
Oct 25, 2023
The INSANE fallout in the US after the Israel-Hamas war ERUPTS! 😳

America is deeply divided in the aftermath of the Israel-Hamas war and those divisions are starting to get UGLY! In this episode of the BASED Politics podcast, Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break down everything from whether the US can afford to fund another war to woke professors CELEBRATING Hamas's attacks to horrible hate crimes targeting the Muslim community and the question of whether the US should accept refugees from Gaza.   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/   Check out the SHE THINKS podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-thinks/id989972759  

1h 4m
Oct 18, 2023
A nuanced conversation about the Israel-Palestine war 🇮🇱🇵🇸

A horrifying attack by Hamas terrorists on Israeli civilians has left the world reeling and prompted a declaration of war from Israel. Why are some people CELEBRATING the violence? And, in the broader historical conflict, is there one clear "good guy" and "bad guy," or is it more complicated than that?   Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. Then, they discuss a crazy clip of Hillary Clinton calling for MAGA supporters to be "formally reprogrammed" and an insane new woke ESPN ad. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/   Check out the SHE THINKS podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-thinks/id989972759  

1h 6m
Oct 11, 2023
Biden's bringing back one of Obama's (WORST) policies 😳

President Biden is BRINGING BACK one of Obama's WORST policies. Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they react to Cardi B's latest insane political take and some more progressive infighting in California. Plus, remembering the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's greatest moment and did President Trump just get caught lying to his supporters? As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/   Check out the SHE THINKS podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-thinks/id989972759

1h 5m
Oct 04, 2023
America's first freedom is in trouble 😳

* Americans' most basic freedoms are in jeopardy, if a new poll from RealClearPolitics is anything to go by. Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox break down the disturbing new results in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. *   *   *   * Then, they analyze a disturbing story where a Florida aquarium is allegedly abusing a dolphin and trying to silence critics calling out this abuse with a SLAPP lawsuit. Next, Brad & Hannah roast White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre's latest lie about "Bidenomics" and react to a teacher's viral TikTok venting his frustrations about the systemic failings no one is noticing. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes. *   *   *   * * Support the BASED Politics podcast by signing up to support us for $5 a month: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/ *   *   *   * Check out the SHE THINKS podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-thinks/id989972759 *  

1h 8m
Sep 27, 2023
Are conservatives HYPOCRITES for defending Rep. Lauren Boebert's sex scandal?

Controversial Congresswoman Lauren Boebert is finding herself in hot water after she was caught on film getting handsy with a date in public. Some conservatives are defending her... are they hypocrites or are they right that it's really no big deal?   Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox discuss on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast. Then, they discuss a recent viral clip of where streamer Sneako meets young fans of his "red pill" "alpha male" content and it... doesn't go well. Finally, they discuss a fascinating controversy where a capitalist TikToker is getting dogpiled for proudly announcing he pays his workers $4 an hour.   * Like the podcast? Support us on Locals to show your support and connect with us directly: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/  

1h 10m
Sep 20, 2023
A Democratic governor goes full dictator 😳

Well, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham just went FULL DICTATOR on guns. She's invoking an "emergency" to enact an anti-gun policy that's wildly unconstitutional. Brad Polumbo and Hannah Cox break it down in this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they react to President Biden's blatant lie he just told about 9/11. Plus, they discuss a crazy clip from the Tim Pool show and a reporter's wild time at the Democratic Socialists of America convention. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Like the podcast? Support us on Locals to show your support and connect with us directly: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/

1h 9m
Sep 13, 2023
CNN TURNS on Dr. Fauci 👀 (reaction)

Well, that was unexpected. CNN host Michael Smerconish just CONFRONTED Dr. Fauci with data that contradicts Fauci's narrative. Brad Polumbo & Hannah Cox break it down on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they analyze a disturbing new attack on "dark money" that really imperils free speech and a sad saga where conservatives like Matt Walsh and Tim Pool bullied a random TikTok girl. As always, they round out the show with some hot takes.   Like the podcast? Support us on Locals to show your support and connect with us directly: https://basedpolitics.locals.com/  

1h 3m
Sep 06, 2023
Here's how NOT to react to the racist Jacksonville shooting

A horrifying racism-inspired shooting in Jacksonville left 3 black people dead and has prompted a national conversation—and, in some corners, a partisan blame game and more tribalism. Guest hosts Jack Hunter and Kiyah Willis dive deep into this tragedy on this episode of the BASED Politics podcast.   Then, they discuss the 60th anniversary of MLK's March on Washington and the overlooked racial progress we've made in America. Plus, President Biden is pushing COVID policies and mask mandates are coming back in some places.

45m
Aug 30, 2023