Elvira: The Spectacular Rise and Shocking Fall of the Singing Senators
Summary
This episode of Extreme Mortman explores the "Singing Senators," a quartet of politicians including Trent Lott, John Ashcroft, Larry Craig, and Jim Jeffords who performed together in the 1990s. The hosts discuss their various group names, their signature song "Elvira," and how their musical hobby served as political fundraising and public relations. The segment concludes with archival audio of their performance at the 1996 Republican National Convention.
Topics discussed
Intro: The Singing Senators and Elvira
Ad: Pepsi Zero Sugar
Origins: Vocal Majority vs. Singing Senators
The Hit Song: Elvira from Oakwood
Ads: Hartford, Blinds.com, Mint Mobile
Larry Craig on the Group's Purpose
Self-Mockery and Fundraising Jokes
The End: Jeffords Leaves the Party
Bonus Clip: Dancing at the 1996 Dinner
Performance: Elvira at the 1996 Convention
Ads: Blinds.com and Mint Mobile
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