Oct 30, 202627 min
Could Texas be a surprise battleground in the 2026 midterm elections? On this episode of Party Politics Co-hosts Jeronimo Cortina and Brandon Rottinghaus break down the national political landscape and the races that...
About this Podcast:
Overwhelmed by the political news cycle every week? We get it — that’s why we’re ‘keeping the fun but losing all the drama’ of politics! Party Politics podcast is hosted by Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina, two smart and sassy University of Houston political science professors, who deliver a friendly, funny, and casually informative recap of the week's biggest political news stories. Join the conversation on Twitter @HPMPolitics ; use #PartyPoliticsPod to ask Brandon and Jeronimo questions; or email us at Party Politics .
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What is Party Politics about?
Overwhelmed by the political news cycle every week? We get it, that’s why we’re ‘keeping the fun but losing all the drama’ of politics!
What has Party Politics covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Could Texas Turn Blue? What to Watch in the 2026 Midterms" (30 October 2026, 27 minutes), "Texas Midterms: Who’s Winning the Battle for Voters?" (23 October 2026, 27 minutes), and "Scandal, ICE Raids and Paxton’s Problems" (16 October 2026, 27 minutes).
How often does Party Politics publish?
Party Politics publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 374 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Party Politics?
Booking probability for Party Politics is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Party Politics requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Party Politics's contact route on record: verified email.
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Texas Midterms: Who’s Winning the Battle for Voters?
Oct 23, 202627 minIn this week’s episode of Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina take a break from the daily political headlines to examine the candidates, races and voting trends that could shape the next...
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Scandal, ICE Raids and Paxton’s Problems
Oct 16, 202627 minIn this week’s episode of Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina examine a series of national controversies, including an ICE raid at Representative Ilhan Omar’s home, the scandal surrounding...
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The Road to the Texas Midterms
Oct 2, 202627 minOn this week’s Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina examine President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Texas and the Republican effort to appeal to Latino voters. The...
Sep 18, 202627 minIn this week's episode of Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rotinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina explore whether Congress is ready to regulate artificial intelligence and what growing concerns over AI could mean for...
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Could Texas Turn Blue? The GOP Faces a New Test
Sep 11, 202627 minOn this week’s Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina examine whether Texas could be moving toward a political shift—and what it could mean for Republicans heading into the midterms. The...
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The Battle for Texas: GOP, Paxton and Talarico
Sep 4, 202627 minOn this week's episode of Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina examine the continuing resolution and whether Republicans can claim credit for recent political wins. The hosts also look at...
May 22, 20264 minAfter a season packed with political drama, legal battles, campaign chaos, and some truly surreal headlines, Party Politics wrapped up Season 4 with a look back at the moments viewers talked about most. Hosts Brandon...
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Gas Prices, Gerrymandering and Obama's Return to Texas
May 15, 202627 minForeign policy tensions, rising gas prices, redistricting wars, and major Texas political maneuvering all collide in this week’s episode of Party Politics . Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina break down...
May 8, 202627 minThis week, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss how the United States is more polarized than ever, why polarization is at an all-time high, the connection between partisan behaviors and social...
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Democrats Eye 2028 as Battle for Identity Begins
May 4, 202627 minThe 2028 presidential election may feel far away, but the race to define it is already underway. On this week’s Party Politics , Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina break down how Democrats are quietly...
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Scandals, Resignations, and Trump’s Iran Gamble
Apr 24, 202627 minA fragile ceasefire with Iran. Gas prices climbing past $4. A redistricting gamble backfiring. And a wave of resignations shaking Washington. This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo...
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Trump vs. The Pope: A Political and Spiritual Showdown
Apr 17, 202627 minThis week on Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss a political fight between Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV quickly became the most unexpected — and politically risky.The tension began...
Apr 13, 202627 minIt was another whirlwind week in politics, and this episode of Party Politics co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina tackled everything from rising tensions with Iran to a major Supreme Court battle and...
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Partial Shutdown Chaos Hits Home
Mar 27, 202627 minThis week on Party Politics, Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina discuss how national and Texas political tensions collide as lawmakers brace for a turbulent stretch ahead of the midterms.At the national...
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Why Texans Don’t Vote — And What Could Change That
Mar 20, 202627 minWhy do so many Texans sit out elections—even when local decisions shape daily life? On this episode of Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina, break down the real reasons behind Texas’...
Mar 13, 202627 minOn this episode of Party Politics, co-hosts Jeronimo Cortina and Brandon Rottinghaus go into overtime after one of the most active Texas primaries in recent memory.What was expected to be a sleepy election instead...
Mar 6, 202627 minA turbulent week in politics delivered both international tension and major shakeups in Texas elections. On this week’s episode of Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina unpack how conflict...
Feb 27, 202627 minThis week on Party Politics, hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina unpack a fast-moving political landscape that spans international security, presidential power, and the high-stakes road to the midterms.The...
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Texas Primary Election Turmoil: Jesse Jackson’s Legacy, GOP Divisions, and Media Controversies
Feb 20, 202627 minIf you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, contact the 988 National & Suicide Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. This week on Party Politics , co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo...
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James Talarico
Democratic nominee for U.S. Senator in Texas, relevant organization not specified
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Gina Hinojosa
Texas state representative and Democratic candidate for governor, Texas State Legislature
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Barack Obama
Speaker at 2008 Democratic National Convention, United States government
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Jesse Jackson
civil rights icon, pastor, activist, presidential candidate, founder of Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Lake Wales Charter Schools
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