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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Dec 10, 2021 • 18min
Hey Hey Hey Hey, 6 Trends Everyday 12/9: Josh Duggar, 'Birds Aren't Real', Travis Scott, 'Biden Boom, Sackler Family, Downing Street Rave
In this edition of Hey Hey Hey Hey, 6 Trends Everyday, Jack and Miles discuss the Josh Duggar trial, the 'Birds Aren't Real' meme, Travis Scott's first post-Astroworld appearance, the 'Biden Boom', the Met removing the Sackler name from its galleries, and party monster Boris Johnson. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 9, 2021 • 1h 4min
Xmas Shortage Stories Are BS, Hell Is Bossware 12.09.21
In episode 1046, Jack and Miles are joined by podcaster and comedian Jackie Kashian to discuss Mouse Movers: How workers are fighting back against BOSSWARE, Patriot Front? Huh? What? Never heard of them!, News of Christmas Shortages Continues to be Bullshit and more! Mouse Movers: How workers are fighting back against BOSSWARE Patriot Front? Huh? What? Never heard of them! Trumpsters blame Biden for Santa shortage in latest GOP 'Forever War on Christmas' News of Christmas Shortages Continues to be Bullshit Biden says 'America is back' as multiple crises intensify and Christmas tree shortage looms: Bruce BLAME THE SUPPLY CHAIN FOR LACK OF CHRISTMAS TREES The Dork Forest with Jackie KashianThe Jackie and Laurie ShowListen: Stay Kashianjackiekashian.comLISTEN: Oil Slick by Puma Blue Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 8, 2021 • 18min
Rhode Zeitland: The OcTrend State 12/8: Earthquakes, Pfizer, Meta, Niagra Falls, Xmas, Sanna Marin, Arianna Grande
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Dec 8, 2021 • 1h 16min
Introducing Critical Energy Theory! Late Capitalism Induced Delirium 12.08.21
In episode 1045, Jack and Miles are joined by musician, author, and comedian Chris Crofton to discuss We’re fucked: Introducing Critical Energy Theory!, Speaking of regressing…, Justin Bieber-Branded Donuts are Taking Canada by Storm, For Some Reason and more! We’re fucked: Introducing Critical Energy Theory! Speaking of regressing… Justin Bieber-Branded Donuts are Taking Canada by Storm, For Some Reason I Tried Justin Bieber's New 'Timbiebs' & As Far As Snacks Go, I'm A Belieber Would you wear the new ‘Timbiebs’ merch? Justin Bieber and Tim Hortons unveil collection McDonald's Launches a Line of Mariah Carey Merch to Celebrate Holiday Collab — and It's All Free Follow: @thecroftonshowListen: Cold Brew Got Me Like PodcastPre-order: The Advice King Anthology by Chris CroftonListen: If I Take I Need by Sideshow Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 8, 2021 • 19min
Virginia's For Trenders 12/7: Devin Nunes, Ukraine, Mark Meadows, Dan Crenshaw, Elon Musk, 20,000mg
In this edition of Virginia's For Trenders, Jack and Miles discuss Devin Nunes resigning from Congress, Russia getting ready to invade Ukraine, Mark Meadows halting cooperation with Jan. 6th commitee, Dan Crenshaw's views on the Freedon Caucus, Elon Musk's Neuralink timeline, and the 20,000mg weed edible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 7, 2021 • 1h 5min
Omicron Optimism? Santa Loves Selling Guns 12.07.21
In episode 1044, Jack and Miles are joined by voice artist and musician Shahjehan Khan to discuss Omicron Update: Initial Numbers Show Less Severe, Dems not sure what to do about Islamophobia…, MSM Headline Tells You Everything You Need to Know About Democrats Right Now, San Fran Suspends Tax on Cannabis to Help Dispensaries Compete With Drug Dealers, The Right Has Been Using Santa Claus to Promote Guns For Decades and more! Omicron Update: Initial Numbers Show Less Severe Dems not sure what to do about Islamophobia... MSM Headline Tells You Everything You Need to Know About Democrats Right Now San Fran Suspends Tax on Cannabis to Help Dispensaries Compete With Drug Dealers The Right Has Been Using Santa Claus to Promote Guns For Decades Sheriff's Office Slammed for Post of Santa Getting Concealed Handgun Permit: 'What is your message to children?' 10 More Deranged Depictions of Santa Claus Santa was seen with firearms even when he wasn't in a gun ad. While there isn't anything scandalous about Santa shilling button-down shirts, it is shocking to see St. Nick threatening suicide if he doesn't get said shirts. When Santa Claus Was Deployed in Wartime Lobbyist Portrays Armed Santa Listen: The KominasKing of the World PodcastMushroom Music Instagram @taruntspoonListen: Rollin Stone by Red Astaire Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 6, 2021 • 18min
Illinois: The Land of LincTrend 12/6: Chris Cuomo, 'Matrix', Bob Dole, NYC, DOJ, Alec Baldwin
In this edition of Illinois: The Land of LincTrend, Jack and Miles discuss Chris Cuomo getting fired, the new 'Matrix; Resurrection' trailer, Bob Dole passing away, NYC's vaccine mandate, DOJ suing Texas over redistricting maps, and Alec Baldwin's GMA interview. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 6, 2021 • 58min
Top Drunkest Countries, Oz: Real Doctor, Real PoS 12.06.21
In episode 1043, Jack and Miles are joined by writer and comedian Sam Morril to discuss Missouri GOP hates science so much they had to hide it from everyone, Who the Fuck is Dr. Oz?, The Annual Get Fucked Up Awards are here… and more! Missouri GOP hates science so much they had to hide it from everyone Who the Fuck is Dr. Oz? Dr. Oz Gave Dr. Oz Show Staff 15 Minutes’ Notice That He’s Quitting to Run for Senate in State Where He May Not Live The making of Dr. Oz Dr. Oz Hosts Joe Mercola On His Show. Does Oz Endorse Mercola's Anti-Vaccine Views? Dr. Oz touted Trump's Operation Warp Speed vaccine program in his US Senate campaign announcement The Annual Get Fucked Up Awards are here… LISTEN: Evermore by Dirty Art ClubVISIT: sammorril.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 5, 2021 • 1h 14min
Weekly Zeitgeist 204 (Best of 11/29/21-12/3/21)
The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 213 (11/29/21-12/3/21) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 3, 2021 • 16min
Minnesota: Land of Trend Thousand Lakes 12/3: Ron DeSantis, Joel Osteen, Red Notice, Salt Bae, John Eastman, Ethan Crumbley
In this edition of Minnesota: Land of Trend Thousand Lakes, Jack and Miles discuss Ron DeSantis suggesting Florida get its own military, Joel Osteen's toilets overflowing with money, the complete lack of buzz around 'Red Notice', the 'Salt Bae' restaurant manager justifying their high prices, John Eastman pleading the 5th, and Ethan Crumbley's parents being charged with manslaughter Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
