The JAAM New Year, SAME U.S. BULL S*** | The JAAM Ep. 44
Jan 9, 2026
The hosts kick off the New Year with a lively recap of their celebrations and critique the ongoing controversies surrounding red-pill culture. They take aim at Aiden Ross's unwarranted attack on Doechii and unpack the absurdity of figures like Fresh and Fit. The conversation shifts to Hollywood politics, poking fun at the Critics Choice Awards and questionable industry choices. They also delve into Venezuela's oil situation, linking it to U.S. geopolitical interests while demanding accountability for domestic issues like the ICE shooting.
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Local Politics Versus Media Narratives
- The hosts explain the Chicago budget fight exposed media smears and local political pressure.
- They argue taxing the wealthy was blocked while regressive measures like debt collection stayed in place.
Running Into Brandon Johnson
- JJ and the crew describe meeting Mayor Brandon Johnson and Mike Epps at a New Year's event.
- They emphasize the mayor showed genuine support and mingled with attendees.
Mayoral Moves That Matter
- New York's new mayor Zoran Kwame Mamdani rescinded post-indictment executive orders and targeted slumlords and junk fees.
- Hosts see this as a model for mass engagement and reclaiming public money.