The Daily Zeitgeist Chris Pratt OSCAR Incoming! The PEOPLE Are Doing More Than The Dems 01.23.26
Jan 23, 2026
Alan Strickland Williams, a stand-up comedian known for his Comedy Central special, joins the discussion with a mix of humor and insight. He shares his hilarious take on revealing Google searches and jokingly critiques the disappointing second season of The Leftovers. The hosts dive into the chaos of Candace Owens' outlandish claims about Charlie Kirk attending an X-Men school, while also dissecting Chris Pratt's AI courtroom thriller, Mercy, which they label as a cinematic disaster. Expect laughs and sharp commentary throughout!
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Kiwi In The Car
- Alan Strickland Williams shares a mundane moment: he googled how to cut a kiwi after a friend left one in his car.
- The hosts riff on childhood memories of peeled kiwi and scooping it with a spoon.
Angeles National Forest Is Underrated
- Alan recommends the Angeles National Forest as an underrated local escape for Southern Californians.
- He notes an annual adventure pass is inexpensive and maps to accessible hikes and waterfalls.
Leftovers Season Two Lost Him
- Alan says he loved The Leftovers' first season but found season two so slow he stopped watching.
- The hosts and guests discuss shifting showrunners and audience patience with mystery-driven prestige TV.