Not So Civil Gerrymandering and Stripper Index | 09.09.25

Welcome back to the Civil Union Podcast with Ryan and Alex! In the season 2 premiere episode, the duo returns after a summer hiatus, highlighting their trip to Las Vegas and discussing the unforgettable Backstreet Boys concert at the Sphere. They dive into current political issues, including concerns over gerrymandering and Governor Mike Kehoe's actions in Missouri. The conversation gets heated as they critique the Missouri Republicans' stance on redistricting and gun control, especially in the context of a recent school shooting perpetrated by a transgender individual. They also talk about the economic conditions, as evidenced by the declining 'stripper index,' and discuss tipping culture's evolution in America.

00:00 Welcome Back to the Civil Union Podcast

01:35 Summer Recap: Vegas Adventures and More

06:53 Political Landscape: Gerrymandering and Controversies

15:07 Economic Insights: The Stripper Index and Recession

25:45 Game Time: Trump or Movie Villain?

33:47 Missouri's Third US House District

34:34 Gun Violence and Transgender Issues

41:31 Viral Clips

48:03 End of Episode 1

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