The Daily Zeitgeist
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There’s more news and less comprehension today than any historical period that didn’t involve literal witch trials, and trying to stay on top of it all can feel like playing a game of telephone with 30 people, except everyone’s speaking at the same time and like a third of them are openly racist for some reason. From Cracked co-founder Jack O’Brien, THE DAILY ZEITGEIST is stepping into that fray with some of the funniest and smartest comedic and journalistic minds around. Jack and co-host Miles Gray spend up to an hour every weekday sorting through the events and stories driving the headlines, to help you find the signal in the noise, with a few laughs thrown in for free.
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Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 3min
Trump Team Mugshots! Vivek = GOP Star (& Biotech Grifter) 08.25.23
In episode 1538, Jack and special guest host Jacquis Neal are joined by comedian Mort Burke to discuss... The first round of Trumpdictment mugshots, the Republican debates, Vivek Ramaswamy NOT being a scientist, and rumors that Tom Cruise might be stepping away from Scientology! 1. Trump Mug Shot and Photos of All His Alleged Co-Conspirators (nymag.com) 2. Vivek Ramaswamy made waves in the debate, much as in biotech (statnews.com) 3. Tom Cruise Stepping Away From Scientology??? LISTEN: Burfict! - JPEGMAFIA & Danny BrownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 24, 2023 • 23min
Vivek RamaTrendy 8/24: Republican Debates, DeSantis, Trump X Tucker
In this edition of Vivek RamaTrendy, Jack and super producer Bryan discuss the republican debates, another off-putting smile from DeSantis, and Trump's Twitter interview with Tucker!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 24, 2023 • 50min
MJGMB #75: Team USA and Central Division Preview with Justin Rowan
Miles and Jack were pleased to have Cavs Media Family podcaster Justin Rowan on the latest episode. The trio discussed Anthony Edwards and Team USA before breaking down the Central Division and predicting over/under team wins!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 24, 2023 • 47min
Bentonville So Chill? FyreFest 2.0! 08.24.23
In episode 1537, Jack and special guest host Nick Turner are joined by writer/showrunners Alyson Levy & Alissa Nutting to discuss… The new capital of cool: Bentonville, AR?, FyreFest giving it another go, and so much more! Bentonville: The new capital of cool FYRE FESTIVAL 2.0 LISTEN: Noname - RainforestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 23, 2023 • 21min
RIP PrigozTrend 8/23: Yevgeny Prigozhin, Chandrayaan, Rudy Giuliani, Pumpkin Spice
In this edition of RIP PrigozTrend, Jack and Super Producer Bryan discuss the completely unexpected passing of Yevgeny Prigozhin, India joining the 238,000 mile high club, Rudy Giuliani turning himself in (and threatening everyone's children), and Pumpkin Spice season starting real early this year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 23, 2023 • 1h
Elon Muskiavelli? Just Plane Dangerous! 08.23.23
In episode 1536, Jack and Miles are joined by actor/writer/host J. Keith van Straaten to discuss… Ronan Farrow's article on Elon, the first republican presidential debates, holes in the FAA's 'Swiss Cheese' safety model, and much more! Elon Musk's Shadow Rule First Republican Debate: How to Watch and What Time Does It Start - The New York Times (nytimes.com) Airline Safety Close Calls LISTEN: Petty - Melanie Charles See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 22, 2023 • 20min
A-News Bouche 8/22: Joe Biden, Trump, AI Copyright, Scooter Braun
In this edition of A-news Bouche, Jack and Miles discuss Joe Biden being a complete and utter embarrassment, Trump's disappearing mugshot and the Vegas odds on his stats, and AI artwork not being copyrightable, and all of Scooter Braun's clients jumping ship!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 22, 2023 • 1h 5min
Movie Sex And Pop Culture Horniness With Chelsea Devantez 08.22.2023
In episode 1535, Jack and Miles are joined by filmmaker, director, TV Writer, and host of Celebrity Book Club, Chelsea Devantez, to discuss… The Evolution of Movie Sex Scenes, Pop Culture Horniness and more! EVERYONE IS BEAUTIFUL AND NO ONE IS HORNY Sontag on fascist art (from 1975) Marvel Movies: This Esteemed Director Says They’re Not Sexy Enough What is the Physical Culture Movement? BODYBUILDING AND NATION-BUILDING Gen Z's Distaste for Sex Scenes Sparks Hollywood Censorship Debate Here's Why Movie And TV Sex Scenes Are Necessary LISTEN: Domingas by Jorge Ben JorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 21, 2023 • 44min
The WeekTrend Report 8/21: Hurricane Hilary, Ron DeSantis, Kid Rock, Space Race
In this edition of The WeekTrend Report, Jack and Miles discuss the double dose of disaster in SoCal, Ron DeSantis' soul leaving his body, Kid Rock back on Bud Light?, and the new space race to the Moon! WATCH: 1.Devil Can't Write No Love Song 2. Ron Filipkowski on X: "OMG!!! He’s broken. Crushed. It’s over. Wow. I almost feel sorry for him. Not quite, but almost. https://t.co/kZuQYQBlmL" / X (twitter.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 20, 2023 • 51min
Weekly Zeitgeist 287 (Best of 8/14/23-8/18/23)
The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 300 (8/14/23-8/18/23)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
