In this episode of 'Civil Union,' hosts Alex and Ryan dive into a variety of topical discussions, combining personal anecdotes with political analysis. They kick off with lighter banter about their week and humorous commentary on public figures like Trump's new press secretary and The Grammys, then move onto serious issues such as Elon Musk's controversial role in the U.S. government, the dismantling of pivotal agencies like the EPA and USAID, and the dire state of public education in Oklahoma under Ryan Walters. The hosts also engage in a trenchant critique of ICE's recent actions and the alarming rise of vigilantism. Balancing the heavy political discourse, they share fascinating new research on sea turtles and dolphins. They wrap up the episode with what to keep an eye on including emerging issues like the federal worker buyout.

00:00 Introduction to the Civil Union Podcast

00:39 Weekly Catch-Up

01:06 Discussing Trump's New Press Secretary

07:05 Elon Musk's Influence on Politics

13:08 EPA and Government Shutdown Concerns

19:01 Game Time: Who Said It? Trump or Lucille

21:46 The Controversial Ryan Walters

33:28 ICE Arrests and Collateral Damage

39:55 Dolphins Getting High on Pufferfish

41:27 Things to Look Out For This Week

43:26 Wrapping Up

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