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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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Mar 21, 2024 • 25min
Shohei OTrendy 3/21: Gaza Ceasefire, Subway, Apple vs. DoJ, Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Rittenhouse
In this edition of Shohei OTrendy, Jack and Miles discuss the US "finally" "demanding" a "ceasefire", Subway switching to Pepsi, the DoJ suing Apple (again) over alleged iPhone monopoly, the Dodgers firing Shohei Ohtani's interpreter amid allegation of 'massive theft', and an update on America's Sweetheart, Kyle RittenhousSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 2024 • 1h 1min
Billionaire Misses Point of ‘Titanic,’ American Youth NOT Happy??? 03.21.24
In episode 1645, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian behind the stand-up special My Brain Is Blowing Me Crazy and co-host of The Worst Idea of All Time, Guy Montgomery, to discuss… Biden’s Car Pollution Crackdown Is Still Disappointing, New Happiness Numbers Just Dropped, “Australia’s Trump” Wants To Rebuild The Titanic and more! Biden announces new rule for gas car emissions that could boost EV sector New Happiness Numbers Just Dropped “Australia’s Trump” Wants To Rebuild The Titanic Experience: I own nearly 3,000 VHS tapes of Titanic Clive Palmer unveils Titanic II design | 9 News Australia Clive Palmer’s Palmersaurus Might Just Be The Saddest Place On Earth Replica dinosaur making Australian PGA extinct at Coolum in 2013 Clive Palmer opens Palmersaurus dinosaur park at Coolum resort Clive Palmer, mining billionaire dubbed ‘Australia’s Trump,’ stirs up election Clive Palmer ad for coronavirus 'cure' cleared by Australian drug regulator One tonne of Clive Palmer hydroxychloroquine sent for destruction after dispute with TGA Clive Palmer's challenge against Western Australia's border ban rejected by high court Clive Palmer named as funder of failed lawsuit against COVID vaccine Clive Palmer claims ‘great victory’ in funding challenge to Queensland’s Covid vaccine mandate Clive Palmer Covid battle: ‘I don’t regret it’ LISTEN: Deep In It by berlioz & Ted JasperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2024 • 23min
Peak TrendMoji 3/20: Emojis, Trump, Biden, Willy Wonka Experience Doc
In this edition of Peak TrendMoji, Jack and Miles discuss the new emoji drop, an update on the primaries and Trump's finances, Biden's continued inaction in Gaza, the Willy Wonka Experience getting a documentary already, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2024 • 49min
MJGMB #105: Are the Nuggets Inevitable? with Tony Jones
The guys were pleased to be joined by The Athletic's NBA writer Tony Jones for today's episode. The trio discussed the state of the Denver Nuggets, the Knicks and the postseason, the future 'face of the league' and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2024 • 55min
That Ain’t Kate! Recessions Are Healthy! 03.20.24
Recessions may be good for health in the U.S., asbestos ban progress, inflation concerns, Kate Middleton conspiracy theories, and hilarious discussions about National Proposal Day, transforming muscle cars into strollers, J.Lo's influence, and clothing choices in 'The Departed'. Chipotle's intellectual attempt, health benefits of recessions, and promo codes for betting offers are also covered.

Mar 19, 2024 • 22min
BarTrend Fink 3/19: Trump, Private Equity, Irish Wish, The Snowman
In this edition of BarTrend Fink, Jack and Miles discuss what happens if Trump can't pay, private equity buying up everything (this time your favorite musicartists catalogs), the new Lindsay Lohan film 'Irish Wish', the return of Harry Hole and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 2024 • 60min
Upending Our Understanding Of Human History 03.19.24
Exploring the ignored prehistoric civilizations and societal structures, challenging conventional views on history with Professor David Wengrow. Discussing the fluidity of ancient societies and sophistication in civilization, questioning traditional narratives and societal categorizations. Examining three forms of human freedom and promoting critical thinking for imagining alternative societal structures for a better future.

Mar 18, 2024 • 48min
Kate MiddleTrend's Photo Editor 3/18: Tucker Carlson, Boeing, McDonalds, Trump, Fruit of the Loom
In this edition of Kate MiddleTrend's Photo Editor, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, Tucker Carlson getting pranked by "Kate Middleton's Photo Editor", airline tickets probably getting more expensive… thanks to Boeing's fuck ups and capitalism, federal regulators being sick of McDonalds' ice cream machines being broken, Trump's latest word-salad-jazz-solo in Ohio, a veritable cornucopia of Mandela Effect (feat. Fruit of the Loom), and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 17, 2024 • 1h 11min
Weekly Zeitgeist 313 (Best of 3/11/24-3/15/24)
The weekly round-up of the best moments from season 329 (3/11/24-3/15/24)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 8min
A.I. Discourages Voting! Justin Timberlake = Washed? 03.15.24
Discussing Google's AI chatbot restrictions on election questions, Bernie proposing 4-day work weeks, and Justin Timberlake's relevancy. Also, exploring AI limitations, conspiracy theories, and the impact of AI on elections.


