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Patreon Newsletter #76: February 2026 (Patreon)

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2026-02-06 19:24:22
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HRR Updates/News:

The February Review Crew, covering Taco Bell, will be dropping on Monday 2/9 with special guest Casey Toney

The February Review Crew tier live stream will be on Wednesday 2/11 at 7pm central. A YouTube link will go out from Patreon when we go live. You can use that link to view later if you can't catch us live. 

Gumshoes & Dragons episodes #12 and #13 are out now! You can listen wherever you get podcasts or at www.gumshoesanddragons.com. We also have a Patreon where we’re doing bi-weekly behind the scenes as well as various bonus episodes: patreon.com/gumshoesanddragons. 

FROM JPC: 

Hi Riddiots - 

Over the last few weeks, we've had multiple listeners from Minnesota reach out to tell us how much they have appreciated our show being some escapism in some pretty bleak times. We don't always talk about all the horrible shit going on in the world on our podcast, because we appreciate that so many people use our show as a way to have a temporary reprieve. And while I love that our show can provide an escape, I also don't want to squander the opportunity to use our platform to talk about what is currently happening in our world. So I'd like to get into it briefly now: 

I don't think it'll come as a surprise to any of you that I'm pretty fucking disgusted with our federal government and the jack-booted nazi thugs that they sent to terrorize the Twin Cities. I guess that if that is a surprise, then this show definitely isn't for you and I do not want you here. Over the 8 years we've been doing this show, I think I've only ever banned like 4 people from the Patreon. While my heart breaks for the people murdered by ICE and DHS, I'm also incredibly moved by the overwhelming response of solidarity in the communities being targeted. If there is any silver lining to this, it definitely isn't the response of 99% of our lawmakers, it's in the rapid-response networks that have popped up to tell ICE to get the fuck out of Minnesota. The people in the streets resisting and refusing to have their rights be trampled over are pushing a lot of people to face the absolutely reprehensible behavior of our government. And the people in the streets are winning. And despite the efforts of the freaks and cowards in power, the people resisting ICE are becoming more and more popular. 

Dr. King said the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice. But that doesn't just happen. It takes brave people putting their bodies on the line and forcing it to bend. So I stand in solidarity with the people of Minnesota resisting the creeping rise of authoritarian state-sanctioned violence in their communities. And I hope that their example gives us all the courage to stand up for what is moral and right in our communities as well. 

If you're in Chicago and want to catch me performing Whirled News at iO in February, I should be there on 2/7 and 2/14. 

Comments

Pumpkin Soup

Thank you JPC for your encouragement and honesty! Fuck ICE!!!

Kelso of the Sea

Fuck ICE, Free Palestine, and hail Little Monkey Bones

Chris Pearce

The resistance is here and it says "you betcha"

Alex Concilus

Thank you for the acknowledgment and for keeping the show as an escape. Best of both worlds. Fuck ICE. Fuck Nazis. Fuck Trump. And I don’t see it enough, but absolutely fuck Vance.

Chubz

Fuck ICE. Well said, JPC

Adam Kronfeld

Amen, Japes. Agreed on the escape and respite. Anyone who is critical of the lack of in-ep activism can be commended for their beliefs but doesn't really understand that ALL art doesn't need to be conscripted for that purpose, and it doesn't mean that creators don't care. I'm beyond thrilled to know that my favorite funny people in my favorite funny place share a part of my philosophy, but I dont' demand that they do, and I certainly don't need to be coddled in another echo chamber.

Matthew Cook

This is exactly why I listen to this show. Hilarious people with impeccable values that aren’t afraid to say what needs to be said. Thank you for the laughs and for using your platform in whatever way you can to stand up for what’s right. I’m proud to be a Riddiot.

Megan

Well said, JPC!

Julian Johnson

Love to see this. Makes me feel less crazy about the world when people speak out. Couldn't be prouder to be a patron member. Fuck ICE.

dinghy

Content wise HRR is already my favorite podcast, then the three of you being the people you are just solidifies it. I love this podcast, I love these hosts. Very well said JPC

Chris Horgan

Love this, thank you JPC! As an add-on: be sure to check if your local area has any rapid-response groups before ICE shows up in your neighborhood. There are ICE Out training sessions to get people organized and know their rights, usually with flyers or business cards that have your city's contact info and best practices that you can share with less active friends.

Lizzie Tredinnick

As a Minneapolis resident, thank you, and fuck ice

Chuck Metcalf

Amen JPC. My best friend lives in the Cities and shit is bleak. Thanks for being on the side of decency. Love you guys and thanks for providing relief.

Burke

Thanks for talking about Mpls! It really makes a world of difference to hear from people outside the state. And thank you so much for being something to look forward to at the end of the day.

Haleigh2

Unsurprised but still grateful to see this post - really appreciate how you all use your platform and for the community created here!

Shit stirrer

Holy fuck JPC. You are incredible. That was beautifully written. Thank you.

Shit stirrer

Holy fuck JPC. That was beautifully written. Thank you.

Emily

Anyone who has listened to this show long enough will not be surprised by these views, and (at least for me) it’s part of why we love it. But it also means a lot to see it stated out so clearly at this moment. Thank you, JPC

Peabody bb

Amen and thank you and your back catalog for providing me the comfort and laughter through this heavy moment. It really, truly matters and makes a difference, even if it’s the dumbest most infuriating riddle. Thank you three so much.

Peabody bb

And fuck ICE to hell

Logan Richards

Thank yall for the amazing work. Fuck ICE

TheodoraTheExplorer

Solidarity from Europe, where awful things are also happening. For what it's worth, our media continue to cover developments regarding ICE - and small, independent/crowdfunded media do this very well and tirelessly - so at the very least, we are here to witness the stories of those affected by the rise of authoritarianism.

AusTin

Fuck ICE and anyone who stands with them. They’re literally masked federal agents actively gunning down innocent civilians, and then whining that they were “scared” and demanding we thank and salute them for their “service” and “courage”.

Tessa H.

FUCK ICE 👏 Even if not explicitly discussed on the show, it clearly comes through that these are the kinds of views held. The feeling of safety that provides is one reason I love and listen to the show so much.

Rose Elle

Thank you JPC! I started listening to the podcast for the lols (and for more Erin) but I've stuck around all these years because of the impeccable moral fibre y'all regularly display. The compassion and care coupled with comedy is a balm for the soul in troubled times. Y'all are awesome. Fuck ICE and fuck fascists everywhere

resnet

Fuck ICE. Solidarity with the people of Minnesota and all the oppressed around the world

RecsBecs

A friend of mine told me that his kid asked when he could start cussing, because he really wanted to say Fuck ICE. My friend was like, "If you want to say Fuck ICE, go ahead!" (And he also explained the nuances of cussing, blah blah blah. But still. Fuck ICE!)

Alex Concilus

I already commented once on this post, but just wanted to say, I just saw that Adal is on the newest episode of Holy Smokes with Scoochie Boochie and I really hope that means he is going to come do an episode of HRR. Also, FUCK ICE, still. Obviously.