The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast http://hawkeanddove.com Each week, the Hawke and Dove podcast brings you hilarious punditry from beyond the ends of the political spectrum. Dove is left of Lenin; Hawke is right of Mussolini. And issues in the middle get torn up in a hilarious frenzy of ideological mayhem. Love \"Left, Right and Center\" on NPR? Hate \"Hannity and Colmes\" on Fox News? Make love to the \"McLaughlin Group?\" Then Hawke and Dove are for you. Nothing is sacred - Democrats, Republicans, Progressives, Conservatives, all are skewered. Respectively, Hawke and Dove are a hawk and dove. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:01:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.1 en ©Hawke and Dove 2003-2006 mfpod@sbcglobal.net (Hawke and Dove) mfpod@sbcglobal.net Political Comedy - putting the pun back in punditry 1440 Political, politics, humor, comedy, satire, opinion, liberal, conservative Love Left, Right and Center on NPR? Hate Hannity and Colmes on Fox News? Make love to The McLaughlin Group? Then Hawke and Dove is for you. Nothing is sacred - Democrats, Republicans, Progressives, Conservatives, all are skewered. Each week, the Hawke and Dove podcast brings you hilarious punditry from beyond the ends of the political spectrum. Dove is left of Lenin; Hawke is right of Mussolini. And issues in the middle get torn up in a hilarious frenzy of ideological mayhem. Hawke and Dove Hawke and Dove mfpod@sbcglobal.net No no http://hawkeanddove.com/wp-content/wpimages/HDpodpressSM.jpg The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast http://hawkeanddove.com 144 144 HD234 - Obama vs. McCain; The Feline Debate http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/81 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/81#comments Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:58:14 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/81 Hawke and Dove are away this week, but not to fear, Myron Bunkerling is here! And as the general election kicks into high gear, Bunkerling has an exclusive: the first head to head debate between the major candidates (as played by two of Myron’s cats: Mr. Tinkerfluff and Jenny-Fur Aniston.) As we rocket toward November, find out which candidate has the will to claw his way to the White House and maintain all-important meow-mentum.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/81/feed/ 6:57 Hawke and Dove are away this week, but not to fear, Myron Bunkerling is here! And as the general election kicks into high gear, Bunkerling ... Hawke and Dove are away this week, but not to fear, Myron Bunkerling is here! And as the general election kicks into high gear, Bunkerling has an exclusive: the first head to head debate between the major candidates (as played by two of Myron's cats: Mr. Tinkerfluff and Jenny-Fur Aniston.) As we rocket toward November, find out which candidate has the will to claw his way to the White House and maintain all-important meow-mentum. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD233 - Democratic Convention Hysterics with Attacus Dove http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/80 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/80#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:32:40 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/80 The 2008 Democratic National Convention opened Monday night with a cavalcade of speakers both from and far away from the national spotlight, leading up to the headliner of the night… Attacus Dove? Unfortunately not, as Attacus Dove appears to have been bumped from his convention slot in favor of possible future first lady Michelle Obama. Michelle gave a speech highlighting her middle class values, her family, faith, sharing her roots, and also contained a shout-out to Hillary Clinton that brought the standing-room-only crowd to their feet. In this episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program, however, Dove misses all the convention action while getting kicked-out for failing his background check when some low-level Obama staffer googled a “dove song” he wrote in grad school. Unfortunately for Dove and many in the media, this outrage does not result in a riot.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/80/feed/ 10:37 The 2008 Democratic National Convention opened Monday night with a cavalcade of speakers both from and far away from the national spotlight, leading up to ... The 2008 Democratic National Convention opened Monday night with a cavalcade of speakers both from and far away from the national spotlight, leading up to the headliner of the night… Attacus Dove? Unfortunately not, as Attacus Dove appears to have been bumped from his convention slot in favor of possible future first lady Michelle Obama. Michelle gave a speech highlighting her middle class values, her family, faith, sharing her roots, and also contained a shout-out to Hillary Clinton that brought the standing-room-only crowd to their feet. In this episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program, however, Dove misses all the convention action while getting kicked-out for failing his background check when some low-level Obama staffer googled a "dove song" he wrote in grad school. Unfortunately for Dove and many in the media, this outrage does not result in a riot. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD231 - Advice for the Presidential Candidates http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/79 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/79#comments Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:20:21 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/79 With Labor Day and the conventions just around the corner, the election season proper now begins. With the end goal of inauguration day and 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in sight, Brick Hawke and Attacus Dove give their campaign advice to candidates Barack Obama and John McCain. But if the goal is to energize their bases, win over moderates and independents, and close the deal with the American people, the candidates might want to think twice before they take either Hawke or Dove’s advice.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/79/feed/ 13:18 With Labor Day and the conventions just around the corner, the election season proper now begins. With the end goal of inauguration day and 1600 ... With Labor Day and the conventions just around the corner, the election season proper now begins. With the end goal of inauguration day and 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in sight, Brick Hawke and Attacus Dove give their campaign advice to candidates Barack Obama and John McCain. But if the goal is to energize their bases, win over moderates and independents, and close the deal with the American people, the candidates might want to think twice before they take either Hawke or Dove's advice. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD231 - The Chinese and the Olympics http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/78 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/78#comments Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:09:16 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/78 Dateline: Beijing, 2008. The twenty-ninth Olympiad. Hear what happens when Brick Hawke and Attacus Dove travel to Beijing, China to interview a representative from the Chinese Ministry of Information. Issues confronted in this hard-hitting piece of journalism include: the Chinese record on human rights, preparations for the Olympic games, labor concerns, oppression in Tibet, international romance, kung fu, and the popularity of The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program. 享用!

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/78/feed/ 8:53 Dateline: Beijing, 2008. The twenty-ninth Olympiad. Hear what happens when Brick Hawke and Attacus Dove travel to Beijing, China to interview a representative from the ... Dateline: Beijing, 2008. The twenty-ninth Olympiad. Hear what happens when Brick Hawke and Attacus Dove travel to Beijing, China to interview a representative from the Chinese Ministry of Information. Issues confronted in this hard-hitting piece of journalism include: the Chinese record on human rights, preparations for the Olympic games, labor concerns, oppression in Tibet, international romance, kung fu, and the popularity of The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program. 享用! Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD230 - The Tell-All Book (with Bo-D) http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/77 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/77#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:34:37 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/77 Want to know more about the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program? You’re in luck. Brick and Attacus have been collaborating with a ghost writer named Bo-D on a behind the scenes “tell-all” book. It takes a lot of work to secure a book deal. Listen as our hosts talk to Bo-D about the writer’s creative process. You’ll get a sneak peek at what is sure to be the hottest-selling release since George Takei’s (Takin’ it) “To The Stars.”

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/77/feed/ 10:18 Want to know more about the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program? You're in luck. Brick and Attacus have been collaborating with a ghost writer ... Want to know more about the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program? You're in luck. Brick and Attacus have been collaborating with a ghost writer named Bo-D on a behind the scenes "tell-all" book. It takes a lot of work to secure a book deal. Listen as our hosts talk to Bo-D about the writer's creative process. You'll get a sneak peek at what is sure to be the hottest-selling release since George Takei's (Takin' it) "To The Stars." Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD229 - Teens in America (with Raven Hawke) http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/76 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/76#comments Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:46:53 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/76 Government studies show teen pregnancy rates edging upward in the U.S, as well as teen drug use and compulsive use of digital devices like cell phones and iPods. This week, Brick Hawke, Attacus Dove and Myron Bunkerling wade into these issues with the help of an actual teenager: Raven Hawke, Brick’s angsty teenage niece. Will Brick be able to instill traditional values in her? Can Dove connect to her with a more progressive approach? Will she eat Myron alive? Listen to find out as we explore these hot topics of concern to American teens.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/76/feed/ 10:57 Government studies show teen pregnancy rates edging upward in the U.S, as well as teen drug use and compulsive use of digital devices like cell ... Government studies show teen pregnancy rates edging upward in the U.S, as well as teen drug use and compulsive use of digital devices like cell phones and iPods. This week, Brick Hawke, Attacus Dove and Myron Bunkerling wade into these issues with the help of an actual teenager: Raven Hawke, Brick's angsty teenage niece. Will Brick be able to instill traditional values in her? Can Dove connect to her with a more progressive approach? Will she eat Myron alive? Listen to find out as we explore these hot topics of concern to American teens. Jamie Lynn Spears, teen, pregnancy, U.S, drug use, compulsive use, digital devices, cell phones Hawke and Dove no No HD228 - PAAC Founder Cornelius Cumisaka and the Fall of the Neoconservative Agenda http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/75 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/75#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:13:44 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/75 The last week has seen the Bush Administration send a high-level State Department Official to begin diplomatic negotiations with Iran, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates admit that the US army is over-committed in Iraq and that the front in the War on Terror needs to be moved back to the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, and the Bush Administration commit to a “Time Horizon” (definitely not a “timeline”) for American troops to leave Iraq. All of these ideas seem to have originated with the Obama campaign, rather than with the think tanks and other non-governmental organizations that have been shaping US Foreign Policy for years. Are we seeing an actual dismantling of the neoconservative agenda put forth by such institutions as the American Enterprise Institute or the RAND Corporation?

Brick Hawke joins his long-time workout partner Cornelius Cumisaka (founder, CEO, CFO, and Grand Poobah of the Project for an All American Century - “PAAC”) for a wide-ranging discussion covering Mr. Cumisaka’s influence on over 30 years of American Foreign Policy. Mr. Cumisaka, who is a regular social butterfly in the Washington social scene that includes games of Othello with Donald Rumsfeld, games of Go with Richard Perle, and Snakes and Ladders with Dick Cheney (all members of the PAAC) offers up numerous mea culpas with regards to his policies towards Iraq, North Korea, support of the Shah in Iran and the unintended consequences of those policies, all of which were enacted by conservative administrations.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/75/feed/ 11:44 The last week has seen the Bush Administration send a high-level State Department Official to begin diplomatic negotiations with Iran, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates ... The last week has seen the Bush Administration send a high-level State Department Official to begin diplomatic negotiations with Iran, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates admit that the US army is over-committed in Iraq and that the front in the War on Terror needs to be moved back to the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, and the Bush Administration commit to a "Time Horizon" (definitely not a "timeline") for American troops to leave Iraq. All of these ideas seem to have originated with the Obama campaign, rather than with the think tanks and other non-governmental organizations that have been shaping US Foreign Policy for years. Are we seeing an actual dismantling of the neoconservative agenda put forth by such institutions as the American Enterprise Institute or the RAND Corporation? Brick Hawke joins his long-time workout partner Cornelius Cumisaka (founder, CEO, CFO, and Grand Poobah of the Project for an All American Century - "PAAC") for a wide-ranging discussion covering Mr. Cumisaka's influence on over 30 years of American Foreign Policy. Mr. Cumisaka, who is a regular social butterfly in the Washington social scene that includes games of Othello with Donald Rumsfeld, games of Go with Richard Perle, and Snakes and Ladders with Dick Cheney (all members of the PAAC) offers up numerous mea culpas with regards to his policies towards Iraq, North Korea, support of the Shah in Iran and the unintended consequences of those policies, all of which were enacted by conservative administrations. Francis Fukuyama, RAND Corporation, Project for a New American Century, Dick Cheney, George Bush, neoconservative, agenda, FUBAR Hawke and Dove no No HD227 - Soaring Gas Prices (with Al Gore) http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/74 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/74#comments Wed, 16 Jul 2008 21:51:47 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/74 With gas prices soaring, the energy crisis has turned into a budget crisis for the American people. Who better to ponder the nation’s alternatives than liberal commentator Attacus Dove and former Vice President Al Gore. Thinking outside the box, Dove and Gore present the new possibilities on the energy horizon. In fact, T. Boone Pickens is just slim pickin’s compared to the idea buffet served up by Gore and Dove.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/74/feed/ 11:39 With gas prices soaring, the energy crisis has turned into a budget crisis for the American people. Who better to ponder the nation's alternatives than ... With gas prices soaring, the energy crisis has turned into a budget crisis for the American people. Who better to ponder the nation's alternatives than liberal commentator Attacus Dove and former Vice President Al Gore. Thinking outside the box, Dove and Gore present the new possibilities on the energy horizon. In fact, T. Boone Pickens is just slim pickin's compared to the idea buffet served up by Gore and Dove. economy, alternatives, fuel, gas, diesel, fossil, carbon footprint, oil Hawke and Dove no No HD226 - The Next First Lady (with Aunt Edie) http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/73 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/73#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:22:45 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/73 Americans face a stark choice in November: between Cindy McCain and Michelle Obama as First Lady. This week, Hawke and Dove explore the impact these two ladies might have on their husbands campaigns. Joining them is moderator Myron Bunkerling and his eccentric Aunt Edie. Listen as Brick and Attacus do their best to survive Edie’s bizarre stories from the East Coast… of Lake Crazy.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/73/feed/ 8:26 Americans face a stark choice in November: between Cindy McCain and Michelle Obama as First Lady. This week, Hawke and Dove explore the impact these ... Americans face a stark choice in November: between Cindy McCain and Michelle Obama as First Lady. This week, Hawke and Dove explore the impact these two ladies might have on their husbands campaigns. Joining them is moderator Myron Bunkerling and his eccentric Aunt Edie. Listen as Brick and Attacus do their best to survive Edie's bizarre stories from the East Coast... of Lake Crazy. Campaign, 2008, Women, Feminism, Elite, Michelle Obama, Cindy McCain, Hillary Clinton Hawke and Dove no No HD225 - The Play’s The Thing http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/72 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/72#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:48:59 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/72 All the world’s a stage. And this week’s episode of The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program is no exception. Hear what happens when our esteemed panelists try their hand at radical thespianism. In an effort to win a National Public Internet Shakespeare competition, Attacus Dove nobly directs a wooden Brick Hawke and the ever-sheepish Myron Bunkerling in a simple scene from the Bard’s canon. Shall I compare thee to a terrible actor?

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/72/feed/ 14:05 All the world's a stage. And this week's episode of The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program is no exception. Hear what happens when our ... All the world's a stage. And this week's episode of The Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program is no exception. Hear what happens when our esteemed panelists try their hand at radical thespianism. In an effort to win a National Public Internet Shakespeare competition, Attacus Dove nobly directs a wooden Brick Hawke and the ever-sheepish Myron Bunkerling in a simple scene from the Bard's canon. Shall I compare thee to a terrible actor? Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD224 - An Interview with Jimmy Carter http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/71 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/71#comments Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:50:13 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/71 Former President Jimmy Carter is never one to keep his opinion to himself. Since he lost his re-election campaign in 1980, Mr. Carter has established himself as a progressive voice of dissent during the predominantly conservative era of the last few decades. Today, the former President sits down with our own Attacus Dove to discuss foreign policy, analyze domestic politics, and share personal anecdotes.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/71/feed/ 9:49 Former President Jimmy Carter is never one to keep his opinion to himself. Since he lost his re-election campaign in 1980, Mr. Carter has established ... Former President Jimmy Carter is never one to keep his opinion to himself. Since he lost his re-election campaign in 1980, Mr. Carter has established himself as a progressive voice of dissent during the predominantly conservative era of the last few decades. Today, the former President sits down with our own Attacus Dove to discuss foreign policy, analyze domestic politics, and share personal anecdotes. Jimmy Carter, Former President, opinion, re-election campaign, 1980, Mr. Carter, progressive voice, dissent Hawke and Dove no No HD223 - The Politics of Star Trek http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/70 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/70#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:20:37 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/70 Science fiction stories often explore relevant sociopolitical issues. And the world of Star Trek is no exception. This week, Hawke and Dove indulge Myron by engaging in a lively debate about the politics of Gene Roddenberry’s beloved utopian creation. While Dove prefers the more genteel world of Next Generation, Hawke gravitates toward the tougher style of Kirk and the original series. But will Myron’s obsession for the subject get in the way of logical discussion? Lay in a course for trouble, Mr. Sulu – warp factor hilarious.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/70/feed/ 8:49 Science fiction stories often explore relevant sociopolitical issues. And the world of Star Trek is no exception. This week, Hawke and Dove indulge Myron by ... Science fiction stories often explore relevant sociopolitical issues. And the world of Star Trek is no exception. This week, Hawke and Dove indulge Myron by engaging in a lively debate about the politics of Gene Roddenberry's beloved utopian creation. While Dove prefers the more genteel world of Next Generation, Hawke gravitates toward the tougher style of Kirk and the original series. But will Myron's obsession for the subject get in the way of logical discussion? Lay in a course for trouble, Mr. Sulu – warp factor hilarious. Science fiction, stories, sociopolitical issues, Star Trek, Hawke, Dove, Myron, politics Hawke and Dove no No HD222 - Terry McAuliffe Opines on Hillary Clinton’s Future http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/69 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/69#comments Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:25:45 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/69 Former Chair of the Democratic National Committee and current Hillary Clinton Campaign Manager Terry McAuliffe joins the illustrious Hawke and Dove to delve into the ups and downs of Senator Clinton’s fight for the nomination, now that Illinois Senator Barack Obama has clinched the required number of delegates to claim the nomination.

Recognizing Hillary’s truly historic gift to America, Terry paints a picture of a campaign with fiercely loyal supporters that carried the campaign on their shoulders these last few months. It is thanks to these loyal Clintonites that Terry McAuliffe remains positive in the face of what must ultimately be a devastating defeat.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/69/feed/ 8:34 Former Chair of the Democratic National Committee and current Hillary Clinton Campaign Manager Terry McAuliffe joins the illustrious Hawke and Dove to delve into the ... Former Chair of the Democratic National Committee and current Hillary Clinton Campaign Manager Terry McAuliffe joins the illustrious Hawke and Dove to delve into the ups and downs of Senator Clinton's fight for the nomination, now that Illinois Senator Barack Obama has clinched the required number of delegates to claim the nomination. Recognizing Hillary's truly historic gift to America, Terry paints a picture of a campaign with fiercely loyal supporters that carried the campaign on their shoulders these last few months. It is thanks to these loyal Clintonites that Terry McAuliffe remains positive in the face of what must ultimately be a devastating defeat. Hillary, Clinton, Loss, 44, Keep, Fighting, Denver, Denver, Convention Hawke and Dove no No HD221 - Hawke, Dove and Myron Go Fishing http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/68 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/68#comments Tue, 27 May 2008 20:14:27 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/68 In observance of Memorial Day, Hawke, Dove and Myron decide to take a little fishing getaway. But that won’t stop the podcast, as Myron has brought along his recording equipment. So as Hawke sets out to conquer a legendary Muskie known as Fat Bastard, Dove takes in the local flora. And poor Myron, who is not known as an outdoors type, tries his best to enjoy himself. It all makes for a memorable Memorial Day, to be sure.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/68/feed/ 9:59 In observance of Memorial Day, Hawke, Dove and Myron decide to take a little fishing getaway. But that won't stop the podcast, as Myron has ... In observance of Memorial Day, Hawke, Dove and Myron decide to take a little fishing getaway. But that won't stop the podcast, as Myron has brought along his recording equipment. So as Hawke sets out to conquer a legendary Muskie known as Fat Bastard, Dove takes in the local flora. And poor Myron, who is not known as an outdoors type, tries his best to enjoy himself. It all makes for a memorable Memorial Day, to be sure. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD220 - Barack Obama Rules for Board Games (Interview Part 2) http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/67 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/67#comments Tue, 20 May 2008 21:21:56 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/67 Continuing last week’s interview with Barack Obama which ended in an ideological firestorm of confrontation between our conservative commentator Brick Hawke and our liberal elocutionist Attacus Dove, this week’s episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program sees probable Democratic nominee for President Illinois Senator Barack Obama leading our pundits in a little exercise of bipartisanship. Namely, a game of Trivial Pursuit.

Some would say that Trivial Pursuit is a game best left to elitists, but our grey-collar, National Public Internet salaried hosts go at it with all the gusto of a rabid sports fan.

Can that infamous Obama charm overcome the animosity of left vs. right? What brand Obama strategies and skills will he bring to bear in this epic doctrinal discussion? Could there be a clue within this simple board game that will show how Obama intends to unite the country during the general election fall campaign? Listen to find out.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/67/feed/ 10:14 Continuing last week's interview with Barack Obama which ended in an ideological firestorm of confrontation between our conservative commentator Brick Hawke and our liberal elocutionist ... Continuing last week's interview with Barack Obama which ended in an ideological firestorm of confrontation between our conservative commentator Brick Hawke and our liberal elocutionist Attacus Dove, this week's episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Program sees probable Democratic nominee for President Illinois Senator Barack Obama leading our pundits in a little exercise of bipartisanship. Namely, a game of Trivial Pursuit. Some would say that Trivial Pursuit is a game best left to elitists, but our grey-collar, National Public Internet salaried hosts go at it with all the gusto of a rabid sports fan. Can that infamous Obama charm overcome the animosity of left vs. right? What brand Obama strategies and skills will he bring to bear in this epic doctrinal discussion? Could there be a clue within this simple board game that will show how Obama intends to unite the country during the general election fall campaign? Listen to find out. Senator, barack, obama, trivia, pursuit, interview, commentary, opinion Hawke and Dove no No HD219 - Barack Obama Interview Part One http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/66 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/66#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 01:25:27 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/66 No less strong a Clinton Supporter and Senior Advisor than James Carville recently admitted that Barack Obama likely has the Democratic Presidential nomination in the bag. Tonight, as West Virginia votes to keep the contest between Senator Obama and Hillary Clinton going, probable Democratic nominee Obama sits down with Hawke and Dove to explain how he plans to bring Republicans and Democrats together in a spirit of bipartisanship.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/66/feed/ 00:01:01 No less strong a Clinton Supporter and Senior Advisor than James Carville recently admitted that Barack Obama likely has the Democratic Presidential nomination in the ... No less strong a Clinton Supporter and Senior Advisor than James Carville recently admitted that Barack Obama likely has the Democratic Presidential nomination in the bag. Tonight, as West Virginia votes to keep the contest between Senator Obama and Hillary Clinton going, probable Democratic nominee Obama sits down with Hawke and Dove to explain how he plans to bring Republicans and Democrats together in a spirit of bipartisanship. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD218 - Minimum Wage - Good or Bad? http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/65 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/65#comments Wed, 07 May 2008 01:27:32 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/65 On the eve that the Connecticut State Senate has passed an increase of the minimum wage from $7.00 to over $8.00 while the federal minimum wage remains a stagnant $5.85 per hour, Hawke and Dove pick up their battle-axes and prepare to jostle over this contemptuous issue. While many different presidents have touted their own minimum wage standards, the issue of a raise in the minimum wage has been significantly absent in this year’s Presidential primary elections, despite a failing economy, record oil and rice prices, and unprecedented home foreclosures. Many other countries are indeed giving their minimum-wage earners tax breaks to help with the slowdown in the global economy.

Perhaps the candidates aren’t making minimum wage a campaign issue because of this summer’s increase in the federal minimum wage after more than 10 years. This belated action by Congress unfortunately does little to help a citizenry reeling from the effect of high gas prices, and does nothing to help those who live in the dozens of states that have already surpassed the federal standard, and did so long ago.

In the end, no matter what the minimum wage is, it will never be good enough to satisfy everyone.

Note: This show topic was suggested by Heather in our topic suggestion forum. Why don’t you head over and register to participate in the forum? We’ll see you there.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/65/feed/ 7:13 On the eve that the Connecticut State Senate has passed an increase of the minimum wage from $7.00 to over $8.00 while the federal minimum ... On the eve that the Connecticut State Senate has passed an increase of the minimum wage from $7.00 to over $8.00 while the federal minimum wage remains a stagnant $5.85 per hour, Hawke and Dove pick up their battle-axes and prepare to jostle over this contemptuous issue. While many different presidents have touted their own minimum wage standards, the issue of a raise in the minimum wage has been significantly absent in this year's Presidential primary elections, despite a failing economy, record oil and rice prices, and unprecedented home foreclosures. Many other countries are indeed giving their minimum-wage earners tax breaks to help with the slowdown in the global economy. Perhaps the candidates aren't making minimum wage a campaign issue because of this summer's increase in the federal minimum wage after more than 10 years. This belated action by Congress unfortunately does little to help a citizenry reeling from the effect of high gas prices, and does nothing to help those who live in the dozens of states that have already surpassed the federal standard, and did so long ago. In the end, no matter what the minimum wage is, it will never be good enough to satisfy everyone. Note: This show topic was suggested by Heather in our topic suggestion forum. Why don't you head over and register to participate in the forum? We'll see you there. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD217 - Potential Running Mates http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/64 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/64#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:59:35 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/64 With the Democratic Primary becoming this season’s longest-running television sitcom, speculation has turned towards who might offer the most traction to either a Clinton or an Obama ticket. At the most recent debate, both candidates appeared to back away from the suggestion that they be willing to run together as a dream team. Speculation is not limited to the Democratic side, of course… with McCain’s nomination secured, he appears to be biding his time and won’t send out signals regarding his potential pick one way or another. Of course, this hasn’t prevented Florida Governor Charlie Crist from auditioning for the role, or Mitt Romney from begging for a VP nod.

Into this fracas wade Brick Hawke, Attacus Dove and Myron Bunkerling. Knowing that no Veep has added much to the ticket since Dan Quayle, each of our speculators have their own agenda, of course, and wise listeners will discern immediately which elements of the electorate each panders to with their suggestions. Don’t forget to join the discussion forum at http://hawkeanddove.com/bb/

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/64/feed/ 8:35 With the Democratic Primary becoming this season's longest-running television sitcom, speculation has turned towards who might offer the most traction to either a Clinton or ... With the Democratic Primary becoming this season's longest-running television sitcom, speculation has turned towards who might offer the most traction to either a Clinton or an Obama ticket. At the most recent debate, both candidates appeared to back away from the suggestion that they be willing to run together as a dream team. Speculation is not limited to the Democratic side, of course... with McCain's nomination secured, he appears to be biding his time and won't send out signals regarding his potential pick one way or another. Of course, this hasn't prevented Florida Governor Charlie Crist from auditioning for the role, or Mitt Romney from begging for a VP nod. Into this fracas wade Brick Hawke, Attacus Dove and Myron Bunkerling. Knowing that no Veep has added much to the ticket since Dan Quayle, each of our speculators have their own agenda, of course, and wise listeners will discern immediately which elements of the electorate each panders to with their suggestions. Don't forget to join the discussion forum at http://hawkeanddove.com/bb/ Veep, VP, Vice, President, Second, Dick, Cheney, Nimoy Hawke and Dove no No HD216 - Hawke and Dove Fight Over FISA http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/63 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/63#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:17:31 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/63 National Public Internet apologizes for this week’s Hawke and Dove Program being two days late.

Hardly any partisan skirmish in Congress this term has been as drawn-out and protracted as the fight to fix FISA, the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. With GOP congressmen lining up behind the Telecom companies in support of immunity for their apparent illegal wire-tapping and snooping, Democrats appear to be the new libertarians, fighting for privacy rights after unprecedented citizen involvement. Judiciary Committee Chairmen in both houses are adamant that the Bush Administration be disallowed from hiding their actions in the closet any longer.

Hawke, Dove, and Myron explore the slippery slope of public surveillance, snooping, and spying in this episode, which reveals more than it intends.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/63/feed/ 11:51 National Public Internet apologizes for this week's Hawke and Dove Program being two days late. Hardly any partisan skirmish in Congress this term has been as ... National Public Internet apologizes for this week's Hawke and Dove Program being two days late. Hardly any partisan skirmish in Congress this term has been as drawn-out and protracted as the fight to fix FISA, the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. With GOP congressmen lining up behind the Telecom companies in support of immunity for their apparent illegal wire-tapping and snooping, Democrats appear to be the new libertarians, fighting for privacy rights after unprecedented citizen involvement. Judiciary Committee Chairmen in both houses are adamant that the Bush Administration be disallowed from hiding their actions in the closet any longer. Hawke, Dove, and Myron explore the slippery slope of public surveillance, snooping, and spying in this episode, which reveals more than it intends. tranny, sex, chicks with dicks, TS, Conservative, Republican, outing Hawke and Dove no No HD215 - Don’t Matter If You’re Jeremiah Wright? http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/62 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/62#comments Mon, 14 Apr 2008 05:48:33 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/62 Barack Obama has taken much criticism for his continued support of his personal Pastor Jeremiah Wright, who has made controversial comments on race. In this episode, Bricke Hawke tries to hoist Mr. Obama on his own petard by playing some of these quotes, including “God damn America,” and other comments regarding the government’s involvement in spreading HIV/AIDS, and America’s “chickens” coming “home to roost.” Attacus Dove does his best to defend Mr. Wright and, by extension, Mr. Obama. But in today’s sensitive racial environment, can an honest dialogue on race take place? Myron Bunkerling seems to think so, and he has the force of history on his side.

Includes actual audio clips from Reverend Wright’s Sermons and Barack Obama’s speech on race from Philadelphia.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/62/feed/ 11:31 Barack Obama has taken much criticism for his continued support of his personal Pastor Jeremiah Wright, who has made controversial comments on race. In this ... Barack Obama has taken much criticism for his continued support of his personal Pastor Jeremiah Wright, who has made controversial comments on race. In this episode, Bricke Hawke tries to hoist Mr. Obama on his own petard by playing some of these quotes, including "God damn America," and other comments regarding the government's involvement in spreading HIV/AIDS, and America's "chickens" coming "home to roost." Attacus Dove does his best to defend Mr. Wright and, by extension, Mr. Obama. But in today's sensitive racial environment, can an honest dialogue on race take place? Myron Bunkerling seems to think so, and he has the force of history on his side. Includes actual audio clips from Reverend Wright's Sermons and Barack Obama's speech on race from Philadelphia. Barack Obama, Jeremiah Wright, racist, race, christianity, God, damn, america Hawke and Dove no No HD214 - The Role of the Super Delegates in the Democratic Primary Process http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/60 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/60#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2008 04:51:13 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/60 Given all the attention given the role of the Super-Delegates in the Democratic Primary Process thus far this election season, it’s easy to see why so many are frothing over just who Wisconsin Senator Herb Kohl will choose to support. Indeed the speculation over what these super-delegates will do has the entire leftist blogosphere in a blather. And wouldn’t you know it, any discussion of a small elite making decisions for a larger portion of the population must somehow involve the jews.

Just how does the average citizen understand this opaque process, when even Wolf Blitzer’s org charts and John King’s best pointing and clicking don’t make the situation any clearer? Easy. Let Hawke and Dove explain it in today’s podcast. Topics discussed include:

In the end, perhaps it is just and right to leave everything up to the super delegates, given these voters’ reasoning:

 ]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/60/feed/ 11:25 Given all the attention given the role of the Super-Delegates in the Democratic Primary Process thus far this election season, it's easy to see why ... Given all the attention given the role of the Super-Delegates in the Democratic Primary Process thus far this election season, it's easy to see why so many are frothing over just who Wisconsin Senator Herb Kohl will choose to support. Indeed the speculation over what these super-delegates will do has the entire leftist blogosphere in a blather. And wouldn't you know it, any discussion of a small elite making decisions for a larger portion of the population must somehow involve the jews. Just how does the average citizen understand this opaque process, when even Wolf Blitzer's org charts and John King's best pointing and clicking don't make the situation any clearer? Easy. Let Hawke and Dove explain it in today's podcast. Topics discussed include: What exactly are super-delegates? What color was the bad acid at Woodstock? The Power of Persuasion in Political Commercials What are super-delegates, again? Republican Dirty Tricks Just How Super are Super Delegates? The Powers of Super Delegates Who's better, DC or Marvel? WTF is a GD Super Delegate? In the end, perhaps it is just and right to leave everything up to the super delegates, given these voters' reasoning: Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD213 - Myron Tries His Hand At Punditing http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/59 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/59#comments Mon, 31 Mar 2008 23:44:05 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/59 Since Attacus Dove is out of the studio this week, Brick Hawke, in an enormous display of generosity, indulges our hirsute moderator, Myron Bunkerling, by letting him try his hand as a pundit. Although there are many amateur pundits out there, Myron Bunkerling takes the phrase pundit to new heights.

While Hawke tries to keep the conversation on point, Myron discusses such hot-button issues as:

  • The Bunkerling Matriarch
  • Proper Grammar in Notes
  • hummels
  • The Social Aspect of Social Security
  • Action Figures
  • Star Wars
  • Kenner Toys
  • The Art of the Zing
  • The Ownership Society
  • Tennis as an Anti-Narcoleptic Device
  • The Layout of a Clue Boardgame
  • The Soul
  • Popping and Locking
  • Hawke Misses Dove
  • Hypnotizing with the Force
]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/59/feed/ 10:52 Since Attacus Dove is out of the studio this week, Brick Hawke, in an enormous display of generosity, indulges our hirsute moderator, Myron Bunkerling, by ... Since Attacus Dove is out of the studio this week, Brick Hawke, in an enormous display of generosity, indulges our hirsute moderator, Myron Bunkerling, by letting him try his hand as a pundit. Although there are many amateur pundits out there, Myron Bunkerling takes the phrase pundit to new heights. While Hawke tries to keep the conversation on point, Myron discusses such hot-button issues as: The Bunkerling Matriarch Proper Grammar in Notes hummels The Social Aspect of Social Security Action Figures Star Wars Kenner Toys The Art of the Zing The Ownership Society Tennis as an Anti-Narcoleptic Device The Layout of a Clue Boardgame The Soul Popping and Locking Hawke Misses Dove Hypnotizing with the Force Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD212 - Hawke, Dove and Myron Make A Movie for YouTube http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/58 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/58#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2008 06:01:28 +0000 mjradmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/58 Nothing has democratized the political process so much this season as the YouTube Phenomenon. Everyday citizens can now create and distribute their own political ads, and many of them are doing a better job of it than the candidates themselves. Brick Hawke, Attacus Dove and Myron Bunkerling, committed to staying as current as possible, have undertaken the YouTube challenge. In this podcast, listen to the behind the scenes commentary as they produce their own YouTube style film. Will creative differences tear the project apart? Not since Hearts of Darkness has a film set had has much creative friction.

In this episode…
YouTube videos
Documentary Filmmaking
Jesus
Cowboys
The Bombing of Hiroshima
Michael Moore
Kitty Cats
C-clamps

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/58/feed/ 9:22 Nothing has democratized the political process so much this season as the YouTube Phenomenon. Everyday citizens can now create and distribute their own political ads, ... Nothing has democratized the political process so much this season as the YouTube Phenomenon. Everyday citizens can now create and distribute their own political ads, and many of them are doing a better job of it than the candidates themselves. Brick Hawke, Attacus Dove and Myron Bunkerling, committed to staying as current as possible, have undertaken the YouTube challenge. In this podcast, listen to the behind the scenes commentary as they produce their own YouTube style film. Will creative differences tear the project apart? Not since Hearts of Darkness has a film set had has much creative friction. In this episode... YouTube videos Documentary Filmmaking Jesus Cowboys The Bombing of Hiroshima Michael Moore Kitty Cats C-clamps Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD211 - The Mortgage Meltdown and Ensuing Financial Crisis http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/57 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/57#comments Mon, 17 Mar 2008 18:40:30 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/57 Experts agree that the housing crisis is on the verge of becoming a full-blown pandemic. Greedy lenders extended bad loans to under-qualified borrowers, and now those unfortunate souls with adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) are seeing their mortgage payments rise through the roof. Into this mess wander Hawke and Dove, each with unique experiences to help shed light on the matter. Attacus Dove has recently made a bad real estate purchase of his own, and he seeks listener help to get him out of it. Brick Hawke, with his vast network of conservative financial advisors, has managed to profit throughout, with investments that some might find less than scrupulous. Myron Bunkerling, whose living situation involves unknown numbers of cats, does his best to keep the conversation on a relevant level.

Topics covered include:
The mortgage crisis
Lenders
Borrowers
Adjustable Rate ARM Mortgages
Geodesic Dome Homes
Gold
Third World Water Rights
Land Mine Placement and Removal
Dennis Kucinich
Nancy Pelosi
Henry Waxman
Joanie
Chachi

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/57/feed/ 7:35 Experts agree that the housing crisis is on the verge of becoming a full-blown pandemic. Greedy lenders extended bad loans to under-qualified borrowers, and now ... Experts agree that the housing crisis is on the verge of becoming a full-blown pandemic. Greedy lenders extended bad loans to under-qualified borrowers, and now those unfortunate souls with adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) are seeing their mortgage payments rise through the roof. Into this mess wander Hawke and Dove, each with unique experiences to help shed light on the matter. Attacus Dove has recently made a bad real estate purchase of his own, and he seeks listener help to get him out of it. Brick Hawke, with his vast network of conservative financial advisors, has managed to profit throughout, with investments that some might find less than scrupulous. Myron Bunkerling, whose living situation involves unknown numbers of cats, does his best to keep the conversation on a relevant level. Topics covered include: The mortgage crisis Lenders Borrowers Adjustable Rate ARM Mortgages Geodesic Dome Homes Gold Third World Water Rights Land Mine Placement and Removal Dennis Kucinich Nancy Pelosi Henry Waxman Joanie Chachi sub-prime mortgage, meltdown, credit crisis, manage your debt, wise investment, satire, snark, funny Hawke and Dove no No HD210 - Hillary Clinton vs. Barack Obama http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/56 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/56#comments Mon, 10 Mar 2008 19:37:54 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/56 Conservatives have been trying to spin the apparent indecisiveness on the part of the Democratic party with respect to it’s two presidential candidates as evidence of a split Democratic party, papering over their own very real split between fiscal, social, and talk-radio conservatives. It’s a hard canard to swallow, since Democratic turnout has dwarfed Republican turnout even in Ohio and Texas this last mini-super-Tuesday.

Interestingly enough, the only states where Democratic turnout was less then overwhelming were Michigan and Florida. Indeed:

Across the rest of the country, when Republicans and Democrats have had primaries on the same day, Democratic turnout has usual dwarfed Republican turnout. Not so in Michigan and Florida - in Michigan, about 594,000 people voted in the Democratic primary. About 867,000 people voted in the Republican primary. The story in Florida is much the same - about 1.68 million Democratic voters to 1.92 Republicans. (in NH for example, 284,000 voted in the Dem race, only 231,000 in the Rep race).

All I want to demonstrate with these turnout numbers is this: fewer people voted in FL and MI in the Democratic primaries than would have if they’d counted.

Yet the fight over what to do with Michigan and Florida delegates goes on, and the only benefit appears to be Florida Governor Charlie Crist and his vice-presidential aspirations. Crist is known primarily for enjoying the same gay sweaters McCain disdains.

Against this backdrop, Hawke and Dove take two very different views of the Clinton/Obama contest. Enjoy.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/56/feed/ 9:23 Conservatives have been trying to spin the apparent indecisiveness on the part of the Democratic party with respect to it's two presidential candidates as evidence ... Conservatives have been trying to spin the apparent indecisiveness on the part of the Democratic party with respect to it's two presidential candidates as evidence of a split Democratic party, papering over their own very real split between fiscal, social, and talk-radio conservatives. It's a hard canard to swallow, since Democratic turnout has dwarfed Republican turnout even in Ohio and Texas this last mini-super-Tuesday. Interestingly enough, the only states where Democratic turnout was less then overwhelming were Michigan and Florida. Indeed: Across the rest of the country, when Republicans and Democrats have had primaries on the same day, Democratic turnout has usual dwarfed Republican turnout. Not so in Michigan and Florida - in Michigan, about 594,000 people voted in the Democratic primary. About 867,000 people voted in the Republican primary. The story in Florida is much the same - about 1.68 million Democratic voters to 1.92 Republicans. (in NH for example, 284,000 voted in the Dem race, only 231,000 in the Rep race). All I want to demonstrate with these turnout numbers is this: fewer people voted in FL and MI in the Democratic primaries than would have if they’d counted. Yet the fight over what to do with Michigan and Florida delegates goes on, and the only benefit appears to be Florida Governor Charlie Crist and his vice-presidential aspirations. Crist is known primarily for enjoying the same gay sweaters McCain disdains. Against this backdrop, Hawke and Dove take two very different views of the Clinton/Obama contest. Enjoy. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD209 - Hawke Interviews McCain http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/55 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/55#comments Tue, 04 Mar 2008 06:07:27 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/55 Brick Hawke is nothing if not a true conservative. His credentials bear no scrutiny. As such, he is the perfect person to extend a conservative olive branch towards the formerly fiercely independent, maverick politician who is now the standard-bearer presumptive-conservative-Republican-presidential-nominee John McCain.

McCain, who clearly believes himself to be everybody’s friend, deftly tackles each issue conservatives have long held against him in the typical dulcet tones that reflect his soft-spoken straight-talk.

McCain appears to have had a love affair, if not with Vicki Iseman, than with the mainstream media, but that love has not extended to the ranks of right-wing talk show hosts like Brick Hawke and Rush Limbaugh. This interview may go a long way to repair that relationship, and demonstrate ways that the fledgling McCain campaign appears to be prepared to mend those bridges. Take a listen.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/55/feed/ 12:29 Brick Hawke is nothing if not a true conservative. His credentials bear no scrutiny. As such, he is the perfect person to extend ... Brick Hawke is nothing if not a true conservative. His credentials bear no scrutiny. As such, he is the perfect person to extend a conservative olive branch towards the formerly fiercely independent, maverick politician who is now the standard-bearer presumptive-conservative-Republican-presidential-nominee John McCain. McCain, who clearly believes himself to be everybody's friend, deftly tackles each issue conservatives have long held against him in the typical dulcet tones that reflect his soft-spoken straight-talk. The McCain-Feingold Campaign Finance Reform Bill (for which, coincidentally, many Democrats have not forgiven Senator Russ Feingold) Amnesty for Illegal Immigrants Sanitary Concerns and Bathing Options The Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD208 - Economic Stimulus http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/54 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/54#comments Tue, 26 Feb 2008 05:19:56 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/54 Hawke and Dove discuss the economic stimulus package that Congress and George W. Bush recently collaborated on, in a rare showing of bipartisan spirit. It seems that both sides of the aisle are eager to hand out money to individual Americans, especially in an election year. However, just how does this kind of public policy actually play with the respective bases, as represented by our stalwart defenders of partisan bitterness?

As always, Myron Bunkerling moderates a debate that has the spittle and phlegm flying at sub-light speeds.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/54/feed/ 8:47 Hawke and Dove discuss the economic stimulus package that Congress and George W. Bush recently collaborated on, in a rare showing of bipartisan spirit. ... Hawke and Dove discuss the economic stimulus package that Congress and George W. Bush recently collaborated on, in a rare showing of bipartisan spirit. It seems that both sides of the aisle are eager to hand out money to individual Americans, especially in an election year. However, just how does this kind of public policy actually play with the respective bases, as represented by our stalwart defenders of partisan bitterness? As always, Myron Bunkerling moderates a debate that has the spittle and phlegm flying at sub-light speeds. influenza, common cold, phlegm, economic stimulus package, George W. Bush, Congress Hawke and Dove no No HD207 - The Academy Awards http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/53 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/53#comments Mon, 18 Feb 2008 19:32:23 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/53 National Public Internet asks each show each year to fill out an Oscar ballot, and Hawke and Dove are no exception. Myron is off-site this week, so recording was done over the tubes via Skype.

Incidentally, the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast now has a phone number you can call and ask a question on any topic that Brick, Attacus or Myron may choose to answer in future episodes. If you would like to call and ask a question or leave a comment, please call area code two-one-three, 985-1946.

How do your oscar choices match up with the political wits of Hawke and Dove?

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/53/feed/ 10:33 National Public Internet asks each show each year to fill out an Oscar ballot, and Hawke and Dove are no exception. Myron is off-site ... National Public Internet asks each show each year to fill out an Oscar ballot, and Hawke and Dove are no exception. Myron is off-site this week, so recording was done over the tubes via Skype. Incidentally, the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast now has a phone number you can call and ask a question on any topic that Brick, Attacus or Myron may choose to answer in future episodes. If you would like to call and ask a question or leave a comment, please call area code two-one-three, 985-1946. How do your oscar choices match up with the political wits of Hawke and Dove? Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD206 - Super Duper Über Tuesday Results & Analysis http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/52 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/52#comments Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:29:49 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/52 Nearly a week has passed, and the leading campaigns are still reeling from the results of Super Tuesday. On the Republican side, the split between establishment Republicans and their evangelical base seems not to have deterred John McCain’s quest to secure the nomination. Meanwhile, the real story on the Democratic side is not the tightness of the race between Senators Obama and Clinton, but rather the Democratic voter turnout.

Super Tuesday became more significant than ever this year, because of the closeness of the races and the lack of a clear front-runner on either side (though McCain appears to have clinched front-runner status for now, despite a surging Mike Huckabee in the absence of Mitt Romney), and was the first time so many states held their primaries on the same day, creating a nearly national primary, representing votes from all major areas of the country, North, South, East, and West. Interestingly, Google searches seem to have predicted the results, and the day itself sparked huge ratings increases in both the traditional and internet media. Hawke and Dove provide the kind of analysis you cannot find anywhere else. Hawke and Dove - the best political team on National Public Internet.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/52/feed/ 11:43 Nearly a week has passed, and the leading campaigns are still reeling from the results of Super Tuesday. On the Republican side, the split ... Nearly a week has passed, and the leading campaigns are still reeling from the results of Super Tuesday. On the Republican side, the split between establishment Republicans and their evangelical base seems not to have deterred John McCain's quest to secure the nomination. Meanwhile, the real story on the Democratic side is not the tightness of the race between Senators Obama and Clinton, but rather the Democratic voter turnout. Super Tuesday became more significant than ever this year, because of the closeness of the races and the lack of a clear front-runner on either side (though McCain appears to have clinched front-runner status for now, despite a surging Mike Huckabee in the absence of Mitt Romney), and was the first time so many states held their primaries on the same day, creating a nearly national primary, representing votes from all major areas of the country, North, South, East, and West. Interestingly, Google searches seem to have predicted the results, and the day itself sparked huge ratings increases in both the traditional and internet media. Hawke and Dove provide the kind of analysis you cannot find anywhere else. Hawke and Dove - the best political team on National Public Internet. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD205 - Campaign and Debate Clips, Bleeps, and Blunders http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/51 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/51#comments Tue, 05 Feb 2008 04:26:21 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/51 The winnowing of the Presidential Candidate field on both sides of the aisle (what - Huckabee and Paul are still in the race?) leads our fearless commentators to reflect upon their favorite bloopers of the campaign primary season. Candidate gaffes and goofs abounded this year, and Hawke and Dove are on hand with their favorites for you to listen to. Historically, gaffes have put an end to aspirations, whether you look at Howard Dean’s scream or Bob Dole falling off a stage (but somehow still managing to hold on to his pencil), but this year, moment’s like Hillary Clinton appearing emotional in response to a (planted?) question at a rally in New Hampshire just may have propelled her to win that primary.

As this episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast shows, this year’s crop of candidates all have said things that they may now regret. Join us as we take a tour down memory lane and hear the unscripted, unguarded moments from all of the following:

  • Hillary Clinton
  • Rudy Giuliani
  • Barack Obama
  • John McCain
  • John Edwards
  • Mitt Romney
  • Bill Richardson
  • Fred Thompson
  • Joe Biden
  • Ron Paul
  • Chris Dodd
  • Tom Tancredo
  • Mike Gravel
  • Mike Huckabee
  • Dennis Kucinich
  • Leonard Nimoy
]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/51/feed/ 10:31 The winnowing of the Presidential Candidate field on both sides of the aisle (what - Huckabee and Paul are still in the race?) leads our ... The winnowing of the Presidential Candidate field on both sides of the aisle (what - Huckabee and Paul are still in the race?) leads our fearless commentators to reflect upon their favorite bloopers of the campaign primary season. Candidate gaffes and goofs abounded this year, and Hawke and Dove are on hand with their favorites for you to listen to. Historically, gaffes have put an end to aspirations, whether you look at Howard Dean's scream or Bob Dole falling off a stage (but somehow still managing to hold on to his pencil), but this year, moment's like Hillary Clinton appearing emotional in response to a (planted?) question at a rally in New Hampshire just may have propelled her to win that primary. As this episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast shows, this year's crop of candidates all have said things that they may now regret. Join us as we take a tour down memory lane and hear the unscripted, unguarded moments from all of the following: Hillary Clinton Rudy Giuliani Barack Obama John McCain John Edwards Mitt Romney Bill Richardson Fred Thompson Joe Biden Ron Paul Chris Dodd Tom Tancredo Mike Gravel Mike Huckabee Dennis Kucinich Leonard Nimoy Fred Thompson, Joe Biden, Ron Paul, Chris Dodd, Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, John McCain, Mitt Romney Hawke and Dove no No HD204 - The Undecided Voters http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/50 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/50#comments Tue, 29 Jan 2008 01:18:39 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/50 There’s nothing the punditocracy class (including the likes of Hawke and Dove) hate more than undecided voters. When the choices seem so clear to the media, who are constantly pushing a frontrunner narrative onto a race that is still plainly up for grabs in both parties, those fewer and fewer undecided voters seem willing to be swayed by just about any interaction with a candidate. Indeed, an individual’s pick for President sometimes seems to matter exclusively to whom such a voter is talking to. If they are guesting on a left-wing talk show, they will support whomever the host seems to favor, and vice versa on the Limbaugh show (which means that most callers in to Rush are fed up with the entire Republican field, yet can’t bear to support Ron Paul). Some are straight-out asking for advice on how to vote via the web.

Perhaps most thought-provoking is the idea that these undecided voters are just civic-minded enough to vote, but not enough to actually care.

Hawke and Dove bring two undecided voters into the studio to delve into their minds and find out their reactions to each of the candidates for President on both sides of the aisle. Can either man sway them to his or her side?

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/50/feed/ 11:15 There's nothing the punditocracy class (including the likes of Hawke and Dove) hate more than undecided voters. When the choices seem so clear to ... There's nothing the punditocracy class (including the likes of Hawke and Dove) hate more than undecided voters. When the choices seem so clear to the media, who are constantly pushing a frontrunner narrative onto a race that is still plainly up for grabs in both parties, those fewer and fewer undecided voters seem willing to be swayed by just about any interaction with a candidate. Indeed, an individual's pick for President sometimes seems to matter exclusively to whom such a voter is talking to. If they are guesting on a left-wing talk show, they will support whomever the host seems to favor, and vice versa on the Limbaugh show (which means that most callers in to Rush are fed up with the entire Republican field, yet can't bear to support Ron Paul). Some are straight-out asking for advice on how to vote via the web. Perhaps most thought-provoking is the idea that these undecided voters are just civic-minded enough to vote, but not enough to actually care. Hawke and Dove bring two undecided voters into the studio to delve into their minds and find out their reactions to each of the candidates for President on both sides of the aisle. Can either man sway them to his or her side? Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD203 - The Rise of the Independent Voter http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/49 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/49#comments Mon, 21 Jan 2008 14:35:29 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/49 Given the ruckuses in the caucuses and the pendulum swing of popularity between front-running candidates in both parties, this primary season has come to be called the season of the Independents. While the Republican machine appears to be running out of steam and Democrats are on the rise this cycle (turnout for Democrats has increased while Republican turnout has fallen in all primary states thus far), registration numbers for both parties have gone down, while the numbers of “Decline to State” Voters have gone up.

Just what drives these independent voters? Why, despite the mainstream media’s best attempts, do they refuse to be pigeonholed into one of two camps? In this episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast, Hawke and Dove interview just such an independent voter. Will either be able to sway her to their side? Will she share vast insights that illuminate the reasoning of the independent voter? Is anyone even taking the “other” New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg seriously?

This is not a new phenomenon. John Anderson ran a somewhat successful independent Presidential campaign in 1980, though today he has endorsed Barack Obama. And who can forget the charts, graphs, and Yoda-like appearance of perhaps the most famous independent candidate, Ross Perot? But neither of these gentlemen had truly strong showings in the final polls.

If the blogosphere is any indication, independence is on the rise. Which party will be able to claim these independents as supporters come November is anybody’s guess, though dissatisfaction with the Bush Administration appears to have pushed many towards the left at this point in time. Truly, though, when the November election comes, it may come to be remembered not as a boon for either party, but rather as Independents’ Day.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/49/feed/ 13:39 Given the ruckuses in the caucuses and the pendulum swing of popularity between front-running candidates in both parties, this primary season has come to be ... Given the ruckuses in the caucuses and the pendulum swing of popularity between front-running candidates in both parties, this primary season has come to be called the season of the Independents. While the Republican machine appears to be running out of steam and Democrats are on the rise this cycle (turnout for Democrats has increased while Republican turnout has fallen in all primary states thus far), registration numbers for both parties have gone down, while the numbers of “Decline to State” Voters have gone up. Just what drives these independent voters? Why, despite the mainstream media’s best attempts, do they refuse to be pigeonholed into one of two camps? In this episode of the Hawke and Dove Political Punditry Podcast, Hawke and Dove interview just such an independent voter. Will either be able to sway her to their side? Will she share vast insights that illuminate the reasoning of the independent voter? Is anyone even taking the “other” New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg seriously? This is not a new phenomenon. John Anderson ran a somewhat successful independent Presidential campaign in 1980, though today he has endorsed Barack Obama. And who can forget the charts, graphs, and Yoda-like appearance of perhaps the most famous independent candidate, Ross Perot? But neither of these gentlemen had truly strong showings in the final polls. If the blogosphere is any indication, independence is on the rise. Which party will be able to claim these independents as supporters come November is anybody’s guess, though dissatisfaction with the Bush Administration appears to have pushed many towards the left at this point in time. Truly, though, when the November election comes, it may come to be remembered not as a boon for either party, but rather as Independents’ Day. Episodes Hawke and Dove no No HD202 - The Shock Jock http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/47 http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/47#comments Mon, 14 Jan 2008 20:56:44 +0000 hdadmin http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/47 National Public Internet Host Myron Bunkerling is out this week, and has supplied his cousin as a replacement. His cousin normally hosts a radio show in the vein of Mancow, Howard Stern, or Don Imus, on a small network based out of Poughkeepsie, NY.

Hawke and Dove discuss the many revelations involving the Iowa Caucuses, the New Hampshire primaries, and the upcoming Michigan and Nevada contests, and how frontrunner status still appears to be up for grabs in both parties.

]]> http://hawkeanddove.com/archives/47/feed/ 9:03 National Public Internet Host Myron Bunkerling is out this week, and has supplied his cousin as