The Daily Beans

E. Jean Wins Again

Sep 9, 2025
House Oversight reveals bombshell documents, including the Epstein birthday book, shedding light on political scandals. A January 6th rioter faces new charges, sparking outrage. Meanwhile, whistleblowers from Meta come forward, raising alarms about child safety. Legal battles heat up as E. Jean Carroll's $83M verdict stands strong. Amid the chaos, uplifting community activism shines through with residents in Chicago protesting against ICE. The hosts share laughs, personal stories, and encourage listeners to find joy in the chaos.
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INSIGHT

New Epstein Documents Enter Oversight

  • The House Oversight Committee obtained Epstein estate materials including the Trump letter and birthday book.
  • Those documents may reveal new evidence linking wealthy associates to Epstein's trafficking network.
ADVICE

Take Breaks From the News Cycle

  • Protect your mental health by taking deliberate breaks from nonstop news exposure.
  • Allison Gill and Dana Goldberg urge listeners to step away and return when they're ready.
INSIGHT

Shadow Docket Reshapes Major Precedent

  • The Supreme Court used the emergency shadow docket to lift limits on ICE raids and to allow the president to fire an FTC commissioner.
  • These orders reshape longstanding legal norms with little public explanation and major civil-rights implications.
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