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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Jan 22, 2021 • 17min
Trend Of July 1/22: Hank Aaron, DJT, Marco Rubio, Dave Chappelle, Jane Krakowski
On this edition of Trend Of July Jack and Miles discuss the passing of Baseball legend Hank Aaron, "Donald John Trump" is trending after Chuck Schumer accidentally said "erection" on the Senate floor, Marco Rubio and other Republicans are threatening to bring impeachment proceedings against Biden, Dave Chappelle has tested positive for COVID-19, and Jane Krakowski was once in a 9-month relationship with the MyPillow guy! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 22, 2021 • 1h 10min
Biden’s Work Begins, tRuMp wAs a LeFtIst pLaNt 1.22.21
In episode 796, Jack and Miles are joined by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend's Alison Rosen to discuss Joe Biden having to reverse a lot of Trump's bullshit, a quick look at the history of Republican presidents, Trump regret, the future of Trump, Youtuber Blippi's viral poop past, and more!FOOTNOTES: Biden signs executive actions on COVID, climate change, immigration and more Ted Cruz clashes with Seth Rogen over Biden rejoining Paris climate deal Parler turns on Trump Ok, where did we go wrong? Kids YouTube Star Blippi “Regrets” The Viral Video In Which He Poops All Over His Friend WATCH: Madison McFerrin: Learn Your Lesson Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2021 • 15min
Ziet Coke 1/21: Diet Coke, Bernie Sanders, #BidenErasedWomen, InstaCart, Wardell
On this edition of Ziet Coke Jack and Miles discuss Joe Biden getting rid of the Diet Coke button in the Oval Office, the Bernie Sanders memes are still flying, TERFs are saying Biden's Progressive ideas regarding Trans rights and the rights of Trans Women are "erasing women", InstaCart is firing every employee that wanted to unionize, and apparently Steph Curry's real first name is Wardell. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2021 • 1h 24min
Inauguration Gets Loud, Trump’s S#!@ty New Life 1.21.21
In episode 795, Jack and Miles are joined by the Bechdel Cast's Jamie Loftus to discuss Joe Biden's inauguration, conservative networks continuing to support Trump, Trump's legal troubles, racists crawling back into their holes, and more. Plus super producer Anna Hossnieh joins to talk about why we need to be taking the Armie Hammer abuse allegations more seriously.FOOTNOTES: The inauguration of Joe Biden Fox News, OANN, and Newsmax Pretend Trump’s Not Leaving in Disgrace The Walls Are Closing In on Donald Trump Commentary: Fox News helped create the Big Lie. Now, as ratings slide, it can’t escape it Poll: Republican support for convicting Trump in Senate growing QAnon believers struggle with inauguration. We Need To Talk About Armie Armie Hammer’s ex Courtney Vucekovich: He wanted to ‘barbecue and eat’ me WATCH: Benny Sings - Rolled Up feat. Mac DeMarco Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2021 • 20min
Welcome To The Zeit House 1/20: Presidential Inauguration, Lady Gaga, J Lo, Pardons, Wardrobes, Wonka, DAP
On this edition of Welcome To The Zeit House Jack and Miles discuss the Inauguration, Lady Gaga's performance, Jennifer Lopez getting loud, the various Pardon's being handed out as Trump exits, the many outfits and kicks on display at the Inauguration, there's an origin story for Willy Wonka coming, and we're still talking about the Disneyland Annual Pass. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2021 • 1h 9min
Baby’s Last Day As President, White Supremacists In National Guard? 1.20.21
In episode 794, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Teresa Lee to discuss the National Guard, in what dramatic fashion Trump plans to leave in, McConnell coming for Trump, Biden's cabinet members, Tiffany Trump's engagement, MyPillow, and more!FOOTNOTES: FBI Vets All National Guard Troops in D.C. for Inauguration Amid Fears of Insider Attack Trump plans to leave in dramatic fashion yet continues to stay out of sight ‘Fox & Friends’ Host Gushes Over Trump’s Work Ethic: ‘He Watches Every Show’ McConnell: Trump "provoked" Capitol mob Who is Dr. Rachel Levine? Get to know Biden’s pick for assistant health secretary Get Ready For More Legislation Targeting Trans Youth Four Myths About Trans Athletes, Debunked TIFFANY TRUMP… I’M ENGAGED!!! MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Says Bed Bath And Beyond, Kohl’s To Drop His Products; Dominion Voting Systems Threatens To Sue WATCH: El Michels Affair - Murkit Gem Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 19, 2021 • 15min
PresiTrendial Inauguration 1/19: QAnon, Dodger Stadium, Kyrie Irving, Presidential Pardons
On this edition of PresiTrendial Inauguration Jack and Miles discuss what QAnon thinks is going to happen tomorrow, Dodger Stadium being converted to a COVID vaccine site, Kyrie Irving doing good work with his money during the pandemic, and the many pardons the president is about to hand out on his last day in office. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 19, 2021 • 1h 6min
$1400 = $2000? Tom Cruise Has COVID Robots? 1.19.21
In episode 793, Miles and guest host Jamie Loftus are joined by White Homework's Tori Williams Douglass to discuss Biden's plan stimulus to help Americans, Senator James Lankford trying to save face poorly, Trump's border wall, Tom Cruise and covid robots, and more!FOOTNOTES: Inside Biden’s $1.9 Trillion Plan to Help Struggling Americans Sen. James Lankford apologizes to Black Tulsans for questioning presidential election results UNITED AIRLINES THANKS PASSENGERS WHO AIDED MAN WITH COVID ... $200 Voucher for the CPR Is Donald Trump Going To The Alamo Total Landscaping? In South Texas, Trump says his border wall saves lives and jobs, and warns of danger from Biden’s looser policies Tom Cruise reportedly buys robots to enforce COVID-19 safety on film set No, Tom Cruise Did Not Bring Scary COVID-19 Robots to the Set of ‘Mission: Impossible 7’ WATCH: ooh la la (feat. Mexican Institute Of Sound & Santa Fe Klan) (Mexican Institute Of Sound Remix) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 17, 2021 • 56min
Weekly Zeitgeist 158 (Best of 1/11/21-1/15/21)
The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 167 (1/11/21-1/15/21.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 15, 2021 • 19min
Zeitranosaurus Rex 1/15: Openly Black, 29%, $200, Mortal Kombat
On this edition of Zeitranosaurus Rex Jack and Miles discuss the incredibly racist phrase "openly black" trending in reference to Don Lemon, Trump's approval rating is 29%, United is offering flyers $200 and a "sorry for the inconvenience" for exposing them to COVID-19 on a flight, and Mortal Kombat is getting a reboot. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
