Politically Charged Mischief

About Politically Charged Mischief

This an unserious podcast that covers serious topics. We do this for a variety of reasons. First, we’re friends and we nerd out on this stuff. And it’s easier to laugh about it that let the state of the world drain your energy. Second, we feel like more serious defense news sources aren’t accessible to the broader population, so we try to keep it at a level for anyone. If there are major current events we will likely cover them, but we also dive into history, movies, books, shows, video games, or pop culture. Views and opinions are personal and do not reflect an official policy of the US gov't

Publisher

Maverick and Hitman

Category

government

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

19 May 2023

Latest episode

15 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

92 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Nov 2025

   Venezuela and stuff

   Didn't your dad always tell you not to say "and stuff"? Well, we just did. Anyways, fun ep with the boys talking some stuff about Venezuela and other problem areas. Nothing astronomical, just listen while you work your mindless 9-5 if that's your thing. Keywords Venezuela, Maduro, California, US Military, Cartels, Nigeria, Sudan, Political Crisis, International Relations, Military Technology, Ukraine, Poland, military collaboration, artillery, Anduril, drones, UGVs, AI, robotics, House of Dynamite, CIA torture, whistleblower

2. 

   16 Oct 2025

   Bad Haircuts

   Have you ever had a bad haircut experience? Then this episode is for you. We also talk some geopolitics stuff

3. 

   12 Oct 2025

   Is Poland Rich?

   In this episode, we kick things off with some lighthearted banter before diving into heavier topics like the Israel-Palestine conflict, how media covers war, and the role of combat journalists. We reflect on historical events like the Vietnam War and the Battle of Mogadishu, while also breaking down Poland's military readiness in today's tense geopolitical landscape. The discussion unpacks the messy realities of war, media narratives, and the human stories behind them. From there, we pivot to the aftermath of Mogadishu, the evolution of military aviation, and the role of microwave technology in modern warfare. We also touch on cultural myths, how movie trailers shape expectations, Austin's growing comedy scene, and the wild world of reality TV and celebrity culture. Packed with humor, insights, and a few personal stories, this episode is a lively mix for anyone curious about these topics.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100

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Quality

63

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32