

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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Aug 18, 2020 • 9min
The Zeitness of the Whale 8/18: Anderson Cooper, RIP Eminem, Kanye West and Steve Harvey, Bubonic Plague
On this edition of Zeitness of the Whale Miles and Laci discuss Anderson Cooper having the MyPillow guy on to look like an idiot, the hosts are confused by the RIPEminem hashtag, Kanye and Steve showed up at Chick Fil A, and California just saw its first Bubonic Plague case in 5 years but it's no biggie, trust. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 2020 • 1h 15min
Postmaster Disaster, Ellen’s Ex Elaborates? 8.18.20
In episode 696, Miles and guest host Jamie Loftus are joined by Creature Feature host Katie Goldin to discuss more of the USPS being screwed over, Trump promoting the OAN network, Lara Trump's dumb thoughts on Joe Biden picking Kamala Harris as a running mate, The Office's Leslie David Baker sharing the racist messages he received, Anne Heche's thoughts on the Ellen saga, and more!FOOTNOTES: Two Democrats call for criminal inquiry of postmaster general Warren calls on McConnell to bring Senate back to address Postal Service Meet OAN, the little-watched right-wing news channel that Trump keeps promoting Lara Trump says Joe Biden is 'pandering for votes' and 'playing identity politics' by selecting a female running mate in Kamala Harris The Office's Leslie David Baker Victim of Racist Trolling After Launching 'Uncle Stan' Campaign ‘The Office’ Star Leslie David Baker Has Revealed Why He Shared The Racist Messages He Receives Anne Heche Speaks Out About Ex Ellen DeGeneres’s Alleged Staff Abuse WATCH: Aaliyah - Rock The Boat (Unreleased Kaytranada Edition) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 17, 2020 • 11min
Zeit as a Feather, Stiff as a Board 8/17: Jam Master Jay, Robert Trump, LA Fitness, Messi
On this edition of Zeit as a Feather, Stiff as a Board Miles and DJ Danl discuss two long-time suspects arrested for the murder of Jam Master Jay, Trump had some words about his brother after his passing, the commentators for the Nuggets v Jazz game had a little fun, and Lionel Messi is considering leaving Barcelona. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 17, 2020 • 1h 9min
Senatorial Saviors, Dance Movies All The Same? 8.17.20
In episode 695, Jack and Miles are joined by There Are No Girls On The Internet's Bridget Todd to discuss the Trump administrations war on the USPS, The Chamber of Commerce defending the GOP, Desperados, Work It, and more!FOOTNOTES: USPS MAILBOXES REMOVED IN NYC ... As Trump's War Rages On Tester demands answers from Postmaster General on reports of mailbox removals Chamber to launch ads defending embattled GOP senators WATCH: Louis Prince - The Number Thirteen (Official Visualizer) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 2020 • 41min
Weekly Zeitgeist 138 (Best of 8/10/20-8/14/20)
The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 146 (8/10/20-8/14/20.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 15, 2020 • 29min
Forecasting The 2020s Using The Roaring 1920s
In a special Saturday episode brought to you by Mazda, Jack and Miles try to predict what the 2020s will look like using cues from history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 14, 2020 • 12min
The Charge of the Zeit Brigade 8/14: The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Robert Trump, NBA, Michael Cohen, Ryan Reynolds
On this edition of Charge of the Zeit Brigade Jack and Miles discuss The Fresh Prince of Bel Air being remade as a drama, the President's brother is sick, the NBA playoffs are upon us, the early-released Forward to Michael Cohen's new book suggests some spicy content, and Ryan Reynolds started his own streaming service where he's streaming JUST his 2003 film 'Full Proof'. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 14, 2020 • 1h 7min
My Dark Twisted Election, Big Fence Energy 8.14.20
In episode 694, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and 420 Day Fiance co-host and Private Parts Unknown co-host Sofiya Alexandra to discuss Kanye West being used by the Trump administration, Trump trying to ruin the USPS, Uber continuing to screw over their drivers, Cheetos Mac-n-cheese, what we're watching, and more!FOOTNOTES: Group working to get Kanye West on state ballot to 'help Trump' Inside Kanye West’s “Almost Daily” Chats With Jared Kushner Trump admits he's refusing to fund the US Postal Service to sabotage mail-in voting Uber Announces Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2019 How much it would cost Uber and Lyft if drivers were employees Uber CEO threatens to halt service in California until November election Cheetos Mac 'n Cheese, a union that was meant to be WATCH: Ego Ella May - How Far Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 2020 • 13min
Trendpic Games Fortzeit 8/13: Fortnite, Herman Cain, Left Handers, AMC, Ice Cream Truck Song
On this edition of Fortzeit Jack and Miles discuss Apple kicking Fortnite off the iOS app store, Herman Cain is posthumously tweeting, left handers make up 10% of the population - the guys discuss, AMC posts an ominous message suggesting their re-opening, and Good Humor has hired the RZA to re-write the old, minstrel-based Ice Cream truck song. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 2020 • 1h 17min
Ilhan to DNC: That It? Kamala Is The Pick (Deep Breath) 8.13.20
In episode 693, Jack and Miles are joined by Vanguard Army podcast co-host and Rezistans Nwa member Aaron Thorpe to discuss Joe Biden's VP pick Kamala Harris, Ilhan Omar winning in Minnesota, the Planters baby marketing, and more!FOOTNOTES: Trump Calls Biden VP Pick Kamala Harris ‘A Dangerous Choice’ Tucker Carlson responds to guest correcting pronunciation of Kamala Harris's name: 'So what?' Trump, a Total Non-Phony, Gave Money to Kamala Harris’ Past Campaigns Minnesota Primary Election Results: Fifth Congressional District Planters Baby Nut is turning 21 and is now named Peanut Jr. Planters brings Mr. Peanut back to life in Super Bowl commercial WATCH: Lianne La Havas - Weird Fishes (Official Music Video) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


