In this episode, Sari Beth Rosenberg and Vanessa Branda take aim at the chaos agents trying to derail democracy, from the orchestrated attacks on Kamala Harris to the so-called “Purple Movement” pretending to stand for unity. With humor and clarity, they trace who’s funding the outrage, unpack how culture fuels politics, and remind us why sometimes the best response to bad actors is to mock them, loudly.
Mock the Chaos: Calling Out the Bad Actors Undermining Democracy
Oct 14, 2025

Politoxic
The Politoxic Podcast is a sharp, unapologetic show hosted by Sari Beth Rosenberg and Vanessa Branda, offering a progressive lens on the week’s most controversial political and cultural flashpoints. With a tone that’s equal parts irreverent and incisive, the duo dives into the headlines that define—and often distort—American life today, from authoritarian creep and attacks on education to viral culture wars and feminist reckonings. With smart analysis, fiery commentary, and moments of cathartic laughter, Politoxic invites listeners to confront the underlying toxicity in our politics and culture—and refuse to look away.
The Politoxic Podcast is a sharp, unapologetic show hosted by Sari Beth Rosenberg and Vanessa Branda, offering a progressive lens on the week’s most controversial political and cultural flashpoints. With a tone that’s equal parts irreverent and incisive, the duo dives into the headlines that define—and often distort—American life today, from authoritarian creep and attacks on education to viral culture wars and feminist reckonings. With smart analysis, fiery commentary, and moments of cathartic laughter, Politoxic invites listeners to confront the underlying toxicity in our politics and culture—and refuse to look away.Recent Posts