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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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Nov 15, 2023 • 1h 11min
FaceTiming While Driving = LEGAL!? Working For Elon = DEADLY? 11.15.23
In episode 1582, Miles and guest co-host Blake Wexler are joined by comedian and author of Foolish: Tales of Assimilation, Determination, and Humiliation, Sarah Cooper, to discuss… Republicans Cope With Being Wrong By Being…Wrongest? Our Laws Can’t Keep Up With Our Driving Habits, Truth Social Lost $73 Million Since It Launched, Working At SpaceX Is A G*ddamn Deathtrap, Andre 3000 To Release First Solo Album (Of All-Flute Music) and more! Republicans Cope With Being Wrong By Being…Wrongest? Our Laws Can’t Keep Up With Our Driving Habits Truth Social Lost $73 Million Since It Launched Donald Trump’s Media Company Wants Pro-Gun Programming, Cancelled Shows and ‘Non-Woke’ Content for Streaming Service Working At SpaceX Is A G*ddamn Deathtrap At SpaceX, worker injuries soar in Elon Musk’s rush to Mars Elon Musk says SpaceX should receive clearance to attempt second Starship launch this week Andre 3000 To Release First Solo Album (Of All-Flute Music) LISTEN: Almost by RugawdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 14, 2023 • 24min
All The Things You Trend 11/14: Chuck-E-Cheese, The Sphere, Markwayne Mullins, RFK Jr., Andre 3000
In this edition of All The Things You Trend, Miles and Bryan the Editor discuss Chuck-E-Cheese removing their animatronics, a "Sphere" coming to L.A., Markwayne Mullins being a real tough guy, RFK Jr. flying with his feet out, and Andre 3000 FINALLY releasing a new album (but no bars)!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 20min
But Do You Condemn Hamas!?! Media Bias On Israel 11.14.23
Award-winning journalist Aymann Ismail joins the hosts to discuss media bias in reporting the Israel-Palestine conflict. They critique the lack of curiosity in journalists and emphasize the importance of unbiased sources. They also touch on the tension between the people and leaders in Gaza and recommend the Harris newspaper for reliable coverage. The hosts express appreciation for the guest and talk about mental health and finding joy. They mention an NBA in-season tournament and various advertisements.

Nov 13, 2023 • 49min
The Weekend Update 11/13: The Simpsons, Dior, RFK Jr., Tim Scott, Coyote Vs. Acme
In this edition of The WeekTrend Report, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, the Simpsons creators setting the record straight, Christian Dior's baby perfume, RFK Jr. getting a polling bump, Tim Scott dropping out of the GOP race, and 'Coyote Vs. Acme' getting shelved!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 12, 2023 • 58min
Weekly Zeitgeist 299 (Best of 11/6/23-11/10/23)
The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 312 (11/6/23-11/10/23)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 2023 • 1h
Propaganda Night In Hollywood! GOP So Bloodthirsty 11.10.23
In episode 1580, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian, Pallavi Gunalan, to discuss… GOP Debate = WHO IS AMERICA’S BIGGEST BLOODTHIRSTY FREAK, So Gal Gadot’s IDF Screening Didn’t Go Well and more! DeSantis' Shoot People 'Stone Cold Dead' Policy DeSantis' Unhinged "Common Cause with Hamas" Student Policy Tim Scott's Awkward Landing Nikki Haley's Mortal Kombat Policy Vivek Ramaswamy Wants To "Smoke 'Em!" So Gal Gadot’s IDF Screening Didn’t Go Well Gal Gadot’s newest movie screening — featuring Hamas atrocities — is drawing criticism Gal Gadot's Absence From Hamas Movie Screening Raises Questions Gal Gadot’s ‘Bearing Witness’ Screening of Hamas Massacre Brings Sobs, Protests to L.A. Fights erupt outside Museum of Tolerance after screening of film on Hamas LISTEN: Iskhathi by NongomaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 9, 2023 • 25min
People Magazine's Trendiest Podcast Alive 11/9: Dr. Pepper, WSJ, Taco Bell, Grok, Jared Leto, NYT
In this edition of People Magazine's Trendiest Podcast Alive, Jack and Miles discuss Dr. Pepper's new spicy soda, "The New Headache for Bosses" according to WSJ, Taco Bell still providing maximum value, Elon Musk's based af AI, Jared Leto climbing the Empire State Building, and the NYT's weird "Gen Alpha" article!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 11min
GOP: Putting L In EL-ection, People’s Sexist-est Man Alive? 11.09.23
In episode 1579, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian, Brian Bahe, to discuss… Christo-Fascist Indoctrination of Children NOT Popular You Say? Way To Go Ohio, Cocaine Bear < Taco Bell Bear, People Magazine’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ Continues To Be Garbage and more! Christo-Fascist Indoctrination of Children NOT Popular You Say? Way To Go Ohio Ohio voters approve amendment to establish right to abortion in state constitution, CBS News projects Kentucky's incumbent Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear reelected, CBS News projects If Trump wins, more voters foresee better finances, staying out of war — CBS News poll Election 2023 results: Democrats pick up wins on Ohio abortion ballot measure, Kentucky governor's race and Virginia Legislature Anti-abortion misinformation mounting ahead of key Ohio vote, experts warn Ohio votes to legalize marijuana for adult recreational use, becoming 24th state to do so Who is campaigning against recreational marijuana in Ohio, and how? Ohio voters to decide on recreational marijuana with Issue 2; Gov. DeWine opposes passage Cocaine Bear < Taco Bell Bear Bear in Florida steals $45 Taco Bell delivery off someone's porch moments after it was dropped off People Magazine’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ Continues To Be Garbage People magazine roasted for making ‘irrelevant’ Patrick Dempsey ‘Sexiest Man Alive’: ‘It’s not 2005’ Inside the ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ selection ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Book Details “HR Issues” Behind Patrick Dempsey’s Exit Ellen Pompeo Reportedly Accepted Hush Money to Stay Quiet About Patrick Dempsey’s “Tyrant” Behavior On ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Set All the Sexiest Man Alive Covers The Root's Black Choices for the Sexiest Man Alive 2023 Gwen Stefani Is Set to Marry a Trump Supporter. The ’90s Are Dead. In Trump’s America, Homophobe Blake Shelton Is the ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ Here are all of the men who have been crowned as People's Sexiest Man Alive Barbara Walters grills Sean Connery about his defense of hitting women: ‘Depends … on the circumstances’ LISTEN: Like A Tattoo (Skep's Jungle Edit) by SadeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8, 2023 • 22min
ElecTrend Recap 11/8: Election Day, 007: Road To A Million, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
In this edition of ElecTrend Recap, Jack and Miles discuss Election Day 2023, Brian Cox's Murrayesque '007: Road To A Million' revelation, and the new Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire trailer!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8, 2023 • 55min
MJGMB #86: Keeping Up with the Pacers with Chris Barnett
Miles and Jack were pleased to be joined by Hoopspaces.com and Playback TV's Chris Barnett on today's episode. The trio discussed all of the fast starts around the league and several marquee matchups before breaking down the state of the Indiana Pacers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


