

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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Feb 4, 2025 • 25min
PunxaTrendy Phil 2/4: Trump's "Trade War", RFK Jr., Joe Biden/CAA, Fantastic Four, David Lynch, Grammy's
In this edition of PunxaTrendy Phil, Jack and Miles discuss Trump "winning" his "trade war", RFK Jr. getting backing from doctors (but only the disgraced ones), Joe Biden signing with CAA, the new Fantastic Four trailer, David Lynch inspiring people to quit smoking, a belated Grammy update (feat. Kendrick, Beyonce, Kanye, etc) and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 2025 • 58min
Who Gon’ Check Me vs Boo, Magic Weather Rat 02.04.25
In episode 1807, Jack and Miles are joined by co-host of Popular Cradle and 5-4 Pod, Rhiannon Hamam, to discuss… Can He Do That? What Are Those Pubic Wigs Up To This Week? Love Canada’s Fighting Spirit, Groundhog Day Sucked In New Jersey This Year and more! Can He Do That? Raptors fans latest to boo American national anthem as trade war looms Groundhog Day Sucked In New Jersey This Year New Jersey hedgehog Elsa dies days before Groundhog Day What it's like to party in the native habitat of Groundhog Day star Punxsutawney Phil Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow, predicting longer winter LISTEN: Sometimes - Remix Instrumental by J Dilla L.A. Wildfire Relief: DONATE: Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 2025 • 59min
Guess Who's Back, Back ATrend 2/3: Lakers, Trump Tariffs, Mexico/Canada
In this edition of Guess Who's Back, Back ATrend, Jack and the one and only Miles Gray discuss their respective weekends, that Luka/Lakers trade, Trump's very dumb trade war and much more! https://x.com/TheMavsQueen/status/1885936773429108875 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Feb 2, 2025 • 1h 9min
Weekly Zeitgeist 356 (Best of 1/27/25-1/31/24)
Dive into a week of witty banter as hosts recap comedic highlights and engage with a quirky exploration of bathing rituals and the nostalgic value of sliced bread. They emphasize the charm of local news while dissecting the evolving landscape of political strategies and public fund allocation debates. The conversation turns playful with a critique of Netflix’s rising costs, and they tackle upcoming film nostalgia with a fun jab about celebrity ventures. It's a delightful mix of humor, insight, and cultural commentary!

Jan 31, 2025 • 58min
RFK JR. Is An L, Pete Hegseth’s War On “Wokeness” 01.31.25
In episode 1806, Jack and guest co-host Blake Wexler are joined by stand-up comedian, Marcella Arguello, to discuss… RFK Jr. Confirmation Hearing, The Pentagon Has Decided That Black History Month Isn’t A Thing Anymore, Netflix Makes Its Pitch For Not Canceling Netflix and more! The Pentagon Has Decided That Black History Month Isn’t A Thing Anymore Trump Administration's Response to Celebrating Black History Month (Video) Netflix Makes Its Pitch For Not Canceling Netflix Ben Affleck Makes Surprise Appearance to Tease Netflix Thriller RIP Costarring Matt Damon: 'Keeps You Guessing' LISTEN: MiNt cHoCoLaTe (feat. Conway the Machine, Westside Gunn, BADBADNOTGOOD) by 1999 Write The Future L.A. Wildfire Relief: DONATE: Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2025 • 25min
Carmen ElecTrend 1/30: American Airlines Crash, OpenAI, DeepSeek, White Lotus, Quentin Tarantino
In this edition of Carmen ElecTrend, Jack and special guest co-host Blake Wexler discuss the American Airlines mid-air collision in Washington DC, OpenAI being furious DeepSeek might have stolen all the data OpenAI stole from us, the trailer for the new season of 'White Lotus', Tarantino declaring movies are dead and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 8min
The Skeeting Rainbow (with Miles Gray) from My Momma Told Me
Did “rainbow parties” really exist? Langston and David sit down with Miles Gray (The Daily Zeitgeist) to talk about this sex-based conspiracy theory. How many lipsticks were involved? Was this another moral panic in America? Who attended these parties? Also, who made boomers in charge of oral sex culture? Of course, Oprah and Shaunie O'Neal are involved. CALL US & LEAVE A MESSAGE! 844-LIL-MOMS aka 844-545-6667 SEND US YOUR BLACK CONSPIRACY THEORIES AND DROPS TO: mymommapod@gmail.com LANGSTON KERMAN'S STAND-UP SPECIAL "BAD POETRY" IS OUT NOW ON NETFLIX DAVID GBORIE'S STAND-UP SPECIAL "GBIRTH OF A NATION" OUT NOW ON PATREON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mymommatoldmepod/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm1wMf8iYG-imuTwqje2PNg TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@mymommatoldmepod?lang=en MY MOMMA TOLD ME MERCH IS NOW AVAILABLE! Visit https://mymommatoldme.merchtable.com/ FOLLOW LANGSTON KERMAN ON ALL PLATFORMS: @langstonkerman FOLLOW DAVID GBORIE ON INSTAGRAM: @coolguyjokes87See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 2025 • 49min
MJGMB #150: All Star Starters and EC Talk with Jacquis Neal
Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by actor, comedian and podcaster Jacquis Neal for today's episode as the three of them discussed the All-Star starters, EC playoff race and potential player movement ahead of the deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 2025 • 52min
Private Equity Ruined Fire Trucks, Shark Jesus? 01.29.25
In episode 1805, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by creator and writer of The RedDot Comic, Kim Winder, to discuss… Of Course Private Equity Was Responsible For Making The Wildfires Worse, Not Now, Doomsday Clock! Aquarium Sharks Prove Jeff Goldlum’s Jurassic Park Character Right, Roseanne Threatens To Make Another Sitcom and more! Of Course Private Equity Was Responsible For Making The Wildfires Worse Staggering image of 100 essential fire trucks idling in a parking lot waiting for repair while Los Angeles apocalyptic fires ravage city killing 24 A month before fires, L.A. fire chief warned budget cuts were hampering emergency response 75 Los Angeles fire trucks wait for repairs as wildfires rage — while city spends $1.3B on the homeless As equipment costs rise, fire departments turn to towns for help The Firefighting Apparatus Industry: A Year in Review Waiting Lists and Higher Prices Add Up to Long Delays for New Fire Trucks Sunday blog: Why did that fire truck cost $1.9 million? Because it just does Not Now, Doomsday Clock! What The Doomsday Clock Doesn’t Tell Us Doomsday Clock moved to just two minutes to 'apocalypse' Aquarium Sharks Prove Jeff Goldlum’s Jurassic Park Character Right VIDEO: Female Shark Who Never Shared Tank with a Male Gives Birth to 'Miracle' Baby First Virgin Births Reported in Endangered Sharks Roseanne Threatens To Make Another Sitcom LISTEN: MOSHQUITO by ZEP L.A. Wildfire Relief: DONATE: Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 2025 • 31min
…I'm The Zeit Man! 1/28: Trump, Las Vegas Ice Cream Patrol, Kroger, Microsoft, Surge Pricing, Pete Hegseth, Christopher Walken
In this edition of Ski-bi-dibby-dib, yo-da-dub-dub… I'm The Zeit Man!, Jack and special guest co-host Bryan The Editor discuss Trump freezing federal aid programs, the Las Vegas ICE Cream Patrol, Microsoft and Kroger trying to bring "surge pricing" (AKA price gouging) to a grocery store near you, Pete Hegseth's confirmation, Christopher Walken's shocking secret and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


