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We're Just Here to Help

We're Just Here to Help

By Dog Lawyer Productions

Former PAC propagandist Karina Sahlin and former Obama field organizer Matt Abedi are the children of immigrants from the most feared countries in the world (Russia & Iran). They break down the biggest stories in the news in the way only two people scared of totalitarianism can.
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House Plant 2020

We're Just Here to HelpApr 30, 2019

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Prospectus 2020

Prospectus 2020

A reunion podcast! With meandering conversation that lacks structure! Bold statements! Karina & Matt are back. 

Jan 13, 202045:11
Is, Uh, Jimmy Carter Still Available?

Is, Uh, Jimmy Carter Still Available?

Matt and Karina discuss Barr's testimony, his non-testimony and Mueller's potential upcoming testimony. They they add a new quadrant to the Heironymous Bosch Hellscape and do some "Irresponsible 2020 Speculation".

May 07, 201901:01:14
House Plant 2020

House Plant 2020

Matt and Karina discuss SCOTUS taking up the citizenship question on the Census, discuss Biden joining the 2020 race , the get into a big argument that includes a bunch of "Irresponsible Speculation".

Apr 30, 201901:07:60
The Party of Moral Clarity

The Party of Moral Clarity

Matt and Karina discuss the revelations of the heavily redacted Mueller report, the path forward for the Democratic party. billionaires rebuilding Notre Dame and nothing else and how Liz Warren is the Hermione of the Democratic Party

Apr 22, 201958:07
Take Care of Your Cat Assponge!

Take Care of Your Cat Assponge!

Matt and Karina discuss the fire at Notre Dame, the arrest of Julian Assange, President Trump's harassment of Ilhan Omar, and everyone's favorite segment "Irresponsible Speculation".

Apr 16, 201947:13
The Nielsen Ratings...Are Bad

The Nielsen Ratings...Are Bad

Matt and Karina discuss Kirstjen Nielsen's firing, the DHS defunding their domestic terrorism unit, Michael Cohen finds more documents, and a new segment called "This Week's F*ck Up".

Apr 08, 201947:35
Space Wizard Mike Pence Defunds the Special Olympics

Space Wizard Mike Pence Defunds the Special Olympics

Matt and Karina discuss Barr's letter to his original letter, would Matt save America?, more stupidity from the Trump White House, add a new quadrant to the Hieronymus Bosch Hellscape, give you a heads up on the upcoming budget battle and discuss 2020 and Biden's bosom bumping.

Apr 03, 201953:05
Where in the World is Matt Abedi?

Where in the World is Matt Abedi?

Karina and Corey discuss how Matt was probably poisoned by Popeyes, the continued reaction to Barr's letter, Trump's monkey paw on Obamacare, grim news from the border and "Irresponsible Speculation".

Apr 01, 201940:59
Cirrhosis of the SCROTUS

Cirrhosis of the SCROTUS

Matt and Karina unpack Barr's Mueller report summary, talk about the Trump administration's move on the Golan Heights, shake our heads at Michael Avenatti and decide how we as a country need to move forward. .

Mar 26, 201957:19
Grab the Bleach and Holy Water

Grab the Bleach and Holy Water

Matt and Karina take bets on the Mueller report, talk about the good work Andrew Gillum and Stacey Abrams are doing, add several quadrants to the Hieronymus Bosch hellscape and then get into a 20 minute argument about 2020 and polling.

Mar 22, 201901:14:37
We're Baaaaaaacck - Firing Squad Edition

We're Baaaaaaacck - Firing Squad Edition

Matt and Karina return from vacation and talk about Paul Manafort's sentencing, add a new quadrant to the Hieronymus Bosch Hellscape, ask "Is the Government Still Shut Down?", and discuss the entrance of Bernie and Beto into the 2020 race.

Mar 18, 201947:30
Send THE Check!!

Send THE Check!!

Matt and Karina discuss the Cohen hearings, Republicans distancing themselves from Trump about the State of Emergency, reparations in 2020, and a new offshoot of "Irresponsible Speculation" called "Just Like Ole Karini Said"

Mar 03, 201901:14:16
The Cub Foods of Executive Overreach

The Cub Foods of Executive Overreach

Matt and Karina talk state of emergency, the hijinks in North Carolina, and everyone's favorite segment "Irresponsible Speculation"!

Feb 25, 201949:07
Throw Rancid Steaks to the Crowd

Throw Rancid Steaks to the Crowd

Matt and Karina discuss SCOTUS's latest abortion ruling, Ilhan Omar's tweets on Israel, dueling rallies on the Border, everyone's favorite segment "Is the Government Gone Be Closed Again" and a quick dip into the 2020 Presidential Pool.

Feb 14, 201948:30
We Could Have Watched Mike Tyson's One Man Show

We Could Have Watched Mike Tyson's One Man Show

Karina and Matt discuss Ralph Northam's (Gov of Virginia) potential resignation, General's turning on Trump, our reaction to the State of the Union (not good) and quick news on the Trump Inauguration Committee's legal trouble. 

Feb 06, 201945:38
Expiration Date 2019

Expiration Date 2019

Matt and Karina discuss the Rodger Stone indictment, check if the government is still shut down and why not, then speculate on some 2020 candidates. 

Feb 01, 201901:01:22
Don't Fill Up On Bread

Don't Fill Up On Bread

Matt and Karina discuss the Trump Administrations Transgender Ban, "Is the Government Still Shut Down?", they speculate on Democratic candidates in 2020, and everyone's favorite segment "Irresponsible Speculation".

Jan 24, 201946:33
Pour One Out For Laika (and Democracy)

Pour One Out For Laika (and Democracy)

Matt and Karina go through all the very obvious evidence that Donald Trump is a Russian agent, then serve up a tasting menu of segments: "Is the Government Still Open?",  Mitch McConnell's master plan, we add "A New Quadrant of the Heironymous Bosch Hellscape" in the form of $2000 worth of fast food, and finish up our trash meal with everyone's favorite segment "Irresponsible Speculation".

Jan 16, 201954:01
Conclusion Collusion/Racist Uncle Bedtime Story

Conclusion Collusion/Racist Uncle Bedtime Story

Matt and Karina do a recap and analysis of Trump's address to the nation and the Dem rebuttal, discuss the latest Manafart bombshell, check in on everyone's favorite segment "Is the Government Shutdown?", add a new quadrant to "New Quadrant of  Heironymous Bosch Hellscape" and follow it all up with a surprise "Irresponsible Speculation". 

Jan 09, 201942:55
Hindsight 2020

Hindsight 2020

Matt and Karina discuss John Kelly's exit interview, Sarah Huckabee Sanders inability to find another job, and do a whole bunch of segments: Is the Government Shut Down?, Irresponsible Speculation and Best Moment of 2018.

Jan 03, 201939:06
Rocket Fuel in a Honda

Rocket Fuel in a Honda

Matt and Karina discuss the erratic stock market, high level resignations in the Trump Administration and introduce a new segment: "Is the Government Shut Down Right Now?"

Dec 27, 201838:37
Mueller's Coming Down the Chimney

Mueller's Coming Down the Chimney

Matt and Karina break down the Trump, Nancy, Schumer meeting, the ACA ruling in Texas, developments in Trump-Russia and a now consistent segment "Irresponsible Speculation"
Dec 19, 201801:02:04
Cheating on Democracy

Cheating on Democracy

Matt and Karina discuss the explosion of information from the Mueller Team, and the plea agreements of Flynn and Cohen. They talk about the erosion of democracy in Wisconsin, Michigan and North Carolina and then wrap things up with a bout of "Irresponsible Speculation".
Dec 10, 201846:08
A Pumice Stone for the Soul

A Pumice Stone for the Soul

Matt and Karina discuss the latest developments in the Trump-Russia investigation, Manafort, and Michael Cohen. They also talk about the passing of George H. W. Bush Sr. and everyone's favorite segment "Irresponsible Speculation".
Dec 03, 201846:01
A New Quadrant of a Hieronymus Bosch Hells-cape

A New Quadrant of a Hieronymus Bosch Hells-cape

Matt and Karina talk about new developments in the murder of Jamal Kashoggi, the Senate Runoff in Mississippi, and the new Climate Doom report out of the Trump Administration.
Nov 26, 201847:52
A Very Intelligent Troll

A Very Intelligent Troll

Matt and Karina re-evaluate the midterms nearly 2 weeks later, talk about the recounts in Florida and Georgia, the CIA's report on the murder of Jamal Kashoggi, and everyone's favorite segment "Irresponsible Speculation".
Nov 19, 201837:01
An Obese Cornered Tiger

An Obese Cornered Tiger

Matt and Karina talk midterm results (blue wave baby!), the firing of Jeff Sessions and the implication for the Mueller investigation, recounts in several states and our favorite segment “Irresponsible Speculation”.
Nov 13, 201854:52
Wake Up From Your Coffins and Vote!

Wake Up From Your Coffins and Vote!

SPECIAL: MIDTERM EPISODE Matt and Karina give updates on the emoluments clause lawsuit working its way through the courts. Do a rundown of the House, the Senate, and Governor's races up for grabs on Tuesday and finish up with the resurgence of anti-semitism in America, and what it means for 2020.
Nov 05, 201801:22:33
Willing to Sacrifice Minor Discomfort for Democracy

Willing to Sacrifice Minor Discomfort for Democracy

Matt and Karina discuss the Trump Administrations Trans Memo, the assassination attempts on Democratic leadership, and voting discrepancies in Texas.
Oct 29, 201839:02
Grim Reaper 2020

Grim Reaper 2020

Matt and Karina discuss the cycle of tax cuts to the rich and welfare cuts to the poor, the brutal assassination of Jamal Kashoggi, and the impact it has on the west, and the Trump Administrations use of immigration going into the midterms. Plus a new segment called 'Bone to Pick".
Oct 21, 201852:40
"If You Think That's Crazy"

"If You Think That's Crazy"

Matt and Karina break break down new GOP tactics for voter suppressions in North Dakota, Texas, Georgia and Florida They discuss the crossover of politics and celebrity, and dispense a much needed "Reality Check".
Oct 14, 201857:30
Last Gasp for Democracy

Last Gasp for Democracy

Matt and Karina discuss the consequences of Kavanaugh, reproach the New York Times for their complete lack of editorial judgement, and explain how your vote can save the planet.
Oct 14, 201839:54
Geriatric Beavis & Butthead

Geriatric Beavis & Butthead

Matt and Karina digest the Kavanaugh hearings, the "FBI" investigation, engage in some "Wild Speculation", and discuss some good news for once!
Oct 01, 201801:14:18
A Letter from 65 Bears

A Letter from 65 Bears

Matt and Karina discuss the accusations against Brett Kavanaugh leveled by Christine Blasey Ford, and the GOP strategy going forward. They break down the revelations about Rod Rosenstein published by the "definitely" failing New York Times and if it was a Trump Administration plant. Plus why you should know the story of Sergei Magnitsky and how our democracy is very much at stake from the perspective of a Russian woman and Iranian man.
Sep 23, 201855:35
America vs. GOPredator

America vs. GOPredator

Matt and Karina discuss the fantastic flip of Mr. Manafort and what a cooperation agreement with Mueller means for democracy, the new “Active Measures” documentary, and why there is no future where Brett Kavanaugh should ever be sitting on the Supreme Court.
Sep 17, 201850:12
Antibiotic Resistant Republicans

Antibiotic Resistant Republicans

Matt and Karina discuss the Kavanaugh hearings, and why not all hope is lost, why the "okay" sign isn't okay anymore, the super secret op-ed author and how PRIMARY DAY IN NEW YORK IS THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 13th and who you should vote for. Also free hot pot.
Sep 10, 201854:00
Shut Up Get a Lawyer

Shut Up Get a Lawyer

Karina and Matt dig their way through the avalanche of pleas, convictions, and immunity agreements burying the Trump administration. They also discuss the passing of John McCain. This is a good one.
Aug 29, 201839:32
Take the L Manafart

Take the L Manafart

Matt and Karina discuss Omarosa, the unbelievable legal stupidity of POTUS, security clearances, and a look forward to the midterms and the polls about them.
Aug 20, 201826:31
The Monet of Obstruction of Justice

The Monet of Obstruction of Justice

Matt and Karina discuss the latest on the International Trump Crime Syndicate including Paul Manafort's trial. Break down the special election results from Ohio's 12th District. And briefly* feel bad for Don Jr. as his dad throws him under a big ole bus.

*very briefly
Aug 10, 201840:09
Flipping Like a McGriddle

Flipping Like a McGriddle

Matt and Karina talk about Cohen flipping, problems with the Democratic Party (is perfect the enemy of good?) and protests in Russia (6,000 people)!
Jul 31, 201817:35
Rapid Response - Treason Edition

Rapid Response - Treason Edition

Matt and Karina figure out WTF happened in Helsinki and speculate on Papa PooPoo (Putin's) long term plan.
Jul 19, 201829:22
The Sartorial Choices of Robert Mueller the Third

The Sartorial Choices of Robert Mueller the Third

This week we talk about Diane Feinstein getting the finger from the Democrats, the Mueller investigation, why Elon Musk sucks and why being a billionaire is unethical. We also discuss if it's a good idea to meet with Papa Poopoo (Putin) in Helsinki (hint: it's not).
Jul 17, 201828:33
Ruining a Primary Color

Ruining a Primary Color

We guessed right! Brett Kavanaugh is the orange one's SCOTUS pick. We talk SCOTUS, Scott Pruit resigning and whether thats even a good thing. Then we share some of that good news ya'll have been jonesing for (Paul Manafort is in solitary) and more!
Jul 10, 201826:17
Radicalized by the Republican Party

Radicalized by the Republican Party

Heatwave Episode! Trapped in a room with no air conditioning with rapidly rising temperatures we talk about the resignation of Anthony Kennedy, a bunch of other bad shit that happened and why if you vote right Maxine Waters will be the head of the House Finance Committee.
Jul 07, 201818:48
$1,500 Tactical Pants

$1,500 Tactical Pants

Karina and Matt discuss Trump's executive order, the various magnitudes and multitudes of corruption in the Trump Administration (guess who bought a bulletproof car?), consequences of the GOP Tax bill and exchange some tin-foil hat theories.
Jun 26, 201849:37
Totalitarian Drift

Totalitarian Drift

Matt and Karina discuss the Trump administration's policy of kidnapping children at the border, North Korea, recent Supreme Court decisions (not the one you think), and Paul Manafort's recent move to the clink!
Jun 18, 201801:06:55
The Attention Span of a Single Cell Amoeba

The Attention Span of a Single Cell Amoeba

Matt and Karina discuss new legal threats to the ACA, Trump trying to get Russia back into the G7, how the Cold War never ended, and a thank you to Anthony Bourdain.
Jun 12, 201853:34
Throw Poop at the President

Throw Poop at the President

Matt and Karina discuss tariffs on our allies, the tragedy in Puerto Rico, California's jungle primary and where the F is Melania?
Jun 06, 201850:23
Ayatollah Mike Pence & Government Vodka

Ayatollah Mike Pence & Government Vodka

Karina, a Russian-American former PAC propagandist, and Matt, an Iranian-American former field organizer talk about ICE "misplacing" children, Ireland repealing the 8th, Stacey Abrams, messaging for the Democratic Party and why standing in front a gas station isn't the best way to reach voters.
May 29, 201853:41