

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 11, 2021 • 1h 3min
We Messed Up Britney, (Slave) Life On Mars? 2.11.21
In episode 810, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and Who's Your God podcast co-host Amy Miller to discuss Framing Britney Spears, Democrats presenting their case at the impeachment trial, the 2k stimulus checks, Elon Musk's new internet service, and more!FOOTNOTES: Britney Spears Conservatorship Case Heads Back to Court The Long Fight to ‘Free Britney’ Watch the 14-minute video of the MAGA riot Democrats say proves that Donald Trump should be convicted at his impeachment trial Mainstream Media Really Doesn’t Want You to Get a $2,000 Check Elon Musk's Starlink offers fast internet connections to rural Canadians. But it's not cheap SpaceX Starlink Satellite Internet Update 2021 SpaceX Starlink opens preorders, but slots are limited in each region How SpaceX Starlink broadband will envelop Earth and transform the sky Elon Musk says SpaceX Starlink internet satellites are key to funding his Mars vision SPACEX STARLINK: USER TERMS OF SERVICE DECLARE MARS AS ‘FREE PLANET’ Op-ed | No, Mars is not a free planet, no matter what SpaceX says Elon Musk: A New Life Awaits You in the Off-World Colonies—for a Price Yes to Space Exploration. No to Space Capitalism. This elementary school band playing “Stakes is High” is the feel-good content I needed today Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2021 • 16min
It's Zeitney Bitch 2/10: Joss Whedon, Chris Harrison, Pearl Milling Company, Hi-C Orange, Mark Cuban
On this edition of It's Zeitney Bitch Jack and Miles discuss Joss Whedon's behavior on many sets he's worked on, Chris Harrison's interview responses talking to Rachel Lindsay, the Aunt Jemima rebrand is just as problematic tbh, Hi-C Orange is coming back to McDonalds, and the Dallas Mavericks have stopped playing the National Anthem at games. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2021 • 1h 11min
Scary Rise in Anti-Asian Racism, Diet Coke Addiction 2.10.21
In episode 809, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Lydia Popovich to discuss Trump's impeachment trial, the anti-Asian racism, Dems trying to lower the stimulus check threshold, Diet Coke addiction, the Dog Shampoo Guy, and more!FOOTNOTES: Trump's lawyers say he was immediately 'horrified' by the Capitol attack. Here's what his allies and aides said really happened that day. Democrats say they have 'devastating' NEW evidence against Trump for his impeachment trial just before it begins - as ex-President 'forgoes golf to watch every minute on TV at Mar-a-Lago' Rise in attacks on elderly Asian Americans in Bay Area prompts new special response unit 'You have Chinese virus!': 1 in 4 Asian American youths experience racist bullying, report says Progressives Score Victory In Push Against Lowering Stimulus Check Eligibility The real thing: my battle to beat a 27-year Diet Coke addiction Jonathan Kay: The main victims of progressive ‘cancel culture’ are progressives themselves Jonathan Kay: I'll miss Taste of the Danforth, but not the woke lectures on cultural appropriation Twitter LOLs at Quillette Editor for Washing His Hair With Dog Shampoo Quillette Editor Appears on Fox News to Respond to Mockery from Seth Rogen and More Over Dog Shampoo Tweet WATCH: Journalist's tweet sparks attack from 'left-wing' celebrities The Voice of the ‘Intellectual Dark Web’ WATCH: DILLA GHOST DOOM - Sniper Elite feat. MF DOOM Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 9, 2021 • 17min
Zeit House Down 2/9: Mary Wilson, Chewbacca Defense, Britney Spears, Chris Hemsworth, Streaker, Armie Hammer
On this edition of Zeit House Down Jack and Miles discuss the passing of Motown legend Mary Wilson, a reference to South Park and how it relates to the Impeachment trial today, Miles reflects briefly on the Britney Spears documentary, Chris Hemsworth's body double is stressing, supposedly a streaker bet that a streaker would appear during the Super Bowl, and the two briefly discuss the rumors around Armie Hammer (but more coming soon). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 9, 2021 • 1h 17min
Death Of Super Bowl Ads? Impeachment XLV 2.9.21
In episode 808, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Billy Wayne Davis to discuss the Super Bowl, Trump's impeachment trial, and more.FOOTNOTES: Super Bowl 2021: TV coverage highlights and lowlights from a big game in a strange year Trump’s new lawyer didn’t just decline to prosecute Bill Cosby; he also fought his later prosecution Trump impeachment lawyer says he'll use video of Dems' own remarks at trial WATCH: Exit Music (For a Film) Radiodread Easy Star All-Stars Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 8, 2021 • 23min
Trend Reznor 2/8: M Night Shymalan, Hannah Montana, Bitcoin, Kevin Garnett, Gorilla Glue
On this edition of Trend Reznor Jack and Miles discuss a new M Night Shymalan movie coming out called "Old", Miley Cyrus' Super Bowl performance, Tesla buying $1.5B in Bitcoin skyrocketing the value, Kevin Garnett saying Basketball has changed and is more "saucy" now, and updates from Gorilla Glue Hair Girl. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 8, 2021 • 1h 7min
New Cardi, Same Old Trump 2.8.21
In episode 807, Jack and guest host Joelle Smith are joined by writer and performer Tess Lynch to discuss the NBA wanting to do the All-Star game again, the increase of drug overdoses during the pandemic, anti-quarantine protests, the House asking Trump to testify at his impeachment trial, Cardi's B's new music video, the woman who used Gorilla Glue in her hair, and more!FOOTNOTES: LeBron James says having All-Star Game is 'a slap in face' to players CDC warns of a 'substantial increase' in fatal drug overdoses coinciding with the Covid-19 pandemic Drug Overdoses Are Spiking, But The Pandemic Can’t Be Our Scapegoat Radical anti-vaccine faction that shut down Dodger Stadium says it is not finished The anti-quarantine protests seem spontaneous. But behind the scenes, a powerful network is helping. READ: Letter from House impeachment managers asking Trump to testify Trump rejects request to testify at his impeachment trial WATCH: Cardi B - Up [Official Music Video] Woman Goes Viral After Using Gorilla Glue Spray on Her Hair: 'It. Don't. Move' WATCH: Anderson Rocio - KING Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 2021 • 1h 14min
Weekly Zeitgeist 161 (Best of 2/1/21-2/5/21)
The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 170 (2/1/21-2/5/21.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, 2021 • 15min
The Zeitly Trendezvous 2/5: Christopher Plummer, Olivia Wilde, Halftime Shows, Phoebe Bridgers, Trayvon Martin
On this edition of The Zeitly Trendezvous Jack and DJ Danl discuss the passing of legendary actor Christopher Plummer, Olivia Wilde's "No Assholes" policy on sets, a Thrillist of the Best Halftime Shows, Phoebe Bridgers shares details of a trip to Marilyn Manson's house, and today would be Trayvon Martin's 26th birthday. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2021 • 1h 20min
COVID Cases Past Their Peak? Bowl Ad Leaks 2.5.21
In episode 806, Jack and guest host Joelle Monique are joined by comedian and Pod Yourself A Gun co-host Matt Lieb to discuss the impact of weather on covid cases, the long term effects of covid, the SAG award nominees, Brandy's Cinderella coming to Disney+, Kroger choosing to close some stores, JoJo Siwa coming out, Super Bowl ads, and more!FOOTNOTES: Nationwide Covid Metrics The weather has a bigger impact on COVID spread than social distancing, study concludes Impact of the wind conditions on COVID-19 pandemic: A new insight for direction of the spread of the virus Effects of temperature and humidity on the spread of COVID-19: A systematic review What to Watch Tuesday: ‘Real Sports’ season premiere looks at COVID-19 ‘long haulers’ 2021 SAG Awards: The Complete Nominations List Brandy’s ‘Cinderella,’ With Fairy Godmother Whitney Houston, Coming to Disney Plus Ruby Bridges discusses lifelong fight against racism during MLK celebration Kroger to close a Ralphs and Food 4 Less in Long Beach after city’s ‘hero pay’ mandate JoJo Siwa says her 'perfect' girlfriend encouraged her to come out Super Bowl 2021 ads: Here are the leaked commercials Elmo and his dad Louie talk about racism and protesting WATCH: Anthony B - Chill Out | Cali Roots Riddim 2020 (Produced by Collie Buddz) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


