The Daily Zeitgeist

The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 72 (3/4/19-3/8/19.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 344, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and Culture Kings co-host Jacquis Neal to discuss people cutting their cable service, the decline of the mall, Kristjen Nielsen being questioned by the Oversight Committee, Elijah Cummings coming for Brian Kemp, the crisis between Democrats over Ilhan Omar's comments about Israel, Jane Meyer's revealing article about Fox News, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge coming to Disneyland and Disney World, and more! FOOTNOTES:1. Nearly 3M Pay-TV Subscribers Cut Service In 2018, Double 2017 Total – Study2. Store Closures Ramping Back Up3. Under questioning from @RepUnderwood, Nielsen admits she was broadly unfamiliar with research indicating kids are traumatized by being separated from their parents before DHS implemented its "zero tolerance" policy4. During heated exchange w/@RepKathleenRice, Nielsen justifies family separations: "The consequence of any adult going to jail is being separated from their child"5. Elijah Cummings COMING For Election Brian Kemp Stole From Stacey Abrams6. Omar uproar swamps Pelosi7. The Making of the Fox News White House8. Disney announces opening dates for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge9. WATCH: Arima Ederra - Free Again Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 343, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Matt Lieb to discuss an update on the Papa John scandal, R. Kelly's interview with Gayle King, the Mueller investigation, Trump paying off Stormy Daniels cause he loves his family, Facebook screwing up AGAIN, Roger Stone screwing up AGAIN, new mayo mash-up flavors, dogs eating pot, and more!FOOTNOTES:1. A timeline of the Papa John's scandal, from the slur to the settlement2. ‘This is a Renaissance painting’: A photo sums up Gayle King’s explosive R. Kelly interview3. Brennan says he 'wouldn't be surprised' if more Mueller indictments come on Friday4. Sen. Mike Rounds: Trump paid hush money to Stormy Daniels because "he loves his family and I don't think he wanted his family to go through this." 5. U.S. users are leaving Facebook by the millions, Edison Research says6. Judge Doubles Down on Scrutiny of Roger Stone’s Book7. These New Mayo Mash-Up Flavors Are Either a Miracle or a Sign of the End Times8. ‘Pot dogs’ a growing concern for pet owners9. WATCH: Andy Shauf - "Wendell Walker" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 342, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Jamie Loftus to discuss the new Game Of Thrones trailer, the QAnon book climbing the charts, science proving anti-vaxxers wrong, the House Judiciary committee announcing investigation, the Islamophobic rhetoric in our government, Kanye West's contract with EMI, Pete Davidson and Kate Beckinsale's kiss, NBA players being unhappy, and more! FOOTNOTES: 1. HBO Drops ‘Game of Thrones’ Final Season Trailer2. ‘QAnon’ book claiming Democrats eat children is climbing the Amazon charts3. Measles vaccine doesn't cause autism, says a new, decade-long study of half a million people4. WH: Nadler, Dems ‘Harassing’ Trump To ‘Distract’ From ‘Socialist’ Agenda, ‘Killing Babies’5. House Dems will take floor action to confront Omar’s latest Israel comments6. Jerry Falwell, Jr. at CPAC: I will shoot AOC if she tries To “take my cows"7. Kanye West's EMI Contract States He's Not Allowed to Retire8. Kate Beckinsale and Pete Davidson’s Relationship: A Complete Timeline9. At Sloan, NBA commissioner Adam Silver talks candidly about players’ mental health10. WATCH: STANDING ON THE CORNER - Vomets Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 341, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and Bechdel Cast co-host Caitlin Durante to discuss The Wandering Earth, Taco Bell being the healthy fast food option, the deaths of Luke Perry and Keith Flint, the wreckage from the tornado in Alabama, Trump's CPAC speech, the new HBO Michael Jackson documentary 'Leaving Neverland,' Fox News shutting down the Stormy Daniels story before Trump's election, Steven Spielberg shading Netflix, and more! FOOTNOTES: 1. China’s blockbuster The Wandering Earth is coming to Netflix2. Taco Bell is now one of America's healthiest fast-food chains3. TACO BELL NUTRITION4. Hollywood Pays Tribute To Luke Perry: “Truly One Of A Kind”5. Keith Flint: Prodigy vocalist dies aged 496. Alabama reels in aftermath of deadly tornadoes7. Trump goads the crowd into booing "the fake news," then suggests he was just being sarcastic when he called for Russian hackers to go after Hillary Clinton's emails during a 2016 news conference.8. Trump says "bullshit."9. The 4 most striking moments from Part 1 of ‘Leaving Neverland,’ HBO’s Michael Jackson documentary10. Fox News Got Stormy Daniels Story Before Trump’s Election, Spiked It: Report11. Steven Spielberg Takes Veiled Shot at Streamers, Urges Filmmakers to Make Movies for Theaters12. The Spielberg vs. Netflix Battle Could Mean Collateral Damage for Indies at the Oscars13. Netflix Alters Model; Gives Awards Films ‘Roma’, ‘Buster Scruggs’ & ‘Bird Box’ Theatrical Runs Before Streaming14. Netflix Impact On Movie Theaters Is Negligible, Concludes A Study Commissioned By Movie Theaters15. WATCH: Negative Gemini - You Weren't There Anymore Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 340, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Hana Michels to discuss Instagram flexer Lil Tay breaking her silence, CPAC being a conservative open mic, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry choosing to raise their child with fluid approach, the man Trump hired to bid on his portrait, Sean Hannity denying any working relationship with Michael Cohen, Amazon selling many conspiracy theory literature, fake Amazon reviews, fast food being as unhealthy as ever, and more! FOOTNOTES: 1. Lil Tay Breaks Her Silence: ‘I’m in a Bad Situation’2. WATCH: LIL TAY's Brother telling her what to say (EXSPOSED) behind the scenes3. Who Was Lil Tay? The making, and marketing, of a 9-year-old meme machine.4. At CPAC, Don Jr makes a "me too" joke while discussing guns and transgender people5. Meghan Markle has revealed to friends that she and Prince Harry 'plan to raise their child with a fluid approach to gender' and won't impose stereotypes on their royal baby, magazine claims6. Meet The No. 1 King Of All Fun, AKA The Fake Bidder On A Trump Painting7. Hannity insists Cohen "was never my attorney" - Cohen said in court Hannity was 1 of his 3 clients - then says Cohen told him he decided to make hush payments on his own8. Robert De Niro pulls anti-vaccine film from Tribeca after controversy9. Anti-vaccination conspiracy theories thrive on Amazon10. A Global Government Is Waiting in the Wings11. Amazon and Hulu's algorithms are recommending conspiracy theory films, and the consequences could be more serious than you might think12. Is It Really Five Stars? How to Spot Fake Amazon Reviews13. Thirty years of fast food: Greater variety, but more salt, larger portions, and added calories14. WATCH: Part Time - I Can Treat You Better (feat. Ariel Pink) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 71 (2/25/19-3/1/19.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 339, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Atsuko Okatsuka to discuss a mobsters thoughts on if Michael Cohen will survive prison, possible presidential run announcements from Beto and Biden, what is going on between India and Pakistan, Trump's summit with Kim Jong Un, a check in with Mr. Mark 'I Am Not Racist!' Meadows, Pam Northam pulling a Ralph, a weak gun control bill passing, Vulture's list of best picture winners, and more! Plus super producer Anna Hossnieh joins to talk about the Benjamin Netanyahu's indictment. FOOTNOTES:1. EXCLUSIVE: Gambino mob heir predicts Michael Cohen will get WHACKED in prison because 'inmates love Trump and hate rats'2. Joe Biden is getting advice from social media executives on how best to appeal to young voters3. Sources: Beto O'Rourke won't challenge John Cornyn for Senate, paving way for presidential bid4. Why the War for Kashmir Burns On5. Trump’s Talks With Kim Jong-un Collapse, and Both Sides Point Fingers6. Prosecutor Moves to Indict Netanyahu on Corruption Charges7. Netanyahu’s new rival is surging in Israel’s polls8. IDF Peace Cartoon9. Sara Netanyahu, Wife of Israeli Prime Minister, to Face Fraud Charges10. Mark Meadows: “How dare you call me a racist!” 11. CPAC is completely beyond parody folks12. Pam Northam, Wife of Blackface Enthusiast Virginia Governor, Hands Cotton to Black Students During Tour of Governor’s Mansion13. 26 Democrats join Republicans in support of gun control measure that jeopardizes immigrants14. Every Oscar Best Picture Winner, Ranked15. WATCH: SALES - Off and On Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 338, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Jason Burke and our local counsel Lauren Manso to discuss a man tea bagging some salsa, Representative Matt Gaetz's thoughts on Michael Cohen, Cohen's testimony, Trump's banning some journalists from his meeting with Kim Jong Un, a directors cut of A Star Is Born coming to theaters, beer becoming less popular, and more! FOOTNOTES:1. Area man teabags salsa2. Question: "Congressman, does your tweet amount to witness tampering?:"3. Rep. Matt Gaetz Repeats Cohen Threat on House Floor: ‘Does He Lie to His Own Family?’4. Michael Cohen's most fiery accusations against Trump5. White House Bars 4 U.S. Journalists From Trump’s Dinner With Kim in Hanoi6. A Star Is Born Extended Cut Coming to Theaters So We Can All Take Another Look7. "Drink more beer" campaign from big brewers probably not happening8. WATCH: Anika - I Go To Sleep Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 337, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Billy Wayne Davis to discuss R. Kelly posting bail, McDonald's Spicy McChicken sandwich, Colorado attempting to change the electoral college system, Michael Cohen testifying against Trump, an update on the state of emergency situation, Trump's meeting with Kim Jong Un, Ivanka Trump's ideas on minimum wage, Fox and Friends misinterpreting AOC's words, the new UN ambassador believing in the 'both sides of science,' and more! FOOTNOTES: 1. R. Kelly Posts Bail for Sex Charges, Immediately Hits McDonald’s2. Spicy McChicken3. Colorado governor will sign bill aimed at bypassing Electoral College4. Cohen will tell Congress of alleged Trump criminal conduct, source says5. Murkowski 'likely' to support resolution to block Trump's emergency declaration6. I support Trump’s vision on border security. But I would vote against the emergency.7. Trump on brink of defeat on border emergency8. Seeking North Korea Deal, Trump Seems Willing to Ease U.S. Demands9. Ivanka Slams Minimum Wage Provision In AOC's Green New Deal10. Fox's Pete Hegseth, talking about @AOC: "If you don't believe in kids, and families, and the flag, you're effectively admitting to civilizational suicide."11. JFC, he found someone less qualified than the Fox nitwit to be UN ambassador12. WATCH: Thundercat (feat. BADBADNOTGOOD & Flying Lotus) - 'King of the Hill' Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.