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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 10, 2026 • 31min
I Was Trending Boo-urns 2/10: Kid Rock, Epstein Files, Chappell Roan, Gordie Howe Bridge
In this edition of I Was Trending Boo-urns, Jack and Miles discuss Kid Rock's apology tour, the media's coverage of the Epstein files, Chappell Roan ditching her management, Trump threatening to block Canada's Gordie Howe bridge and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 24min
Be A Bad Father
This week the fellers lament Liverpool’s capitulation at Anfield, wonder what Liam Rosenior was like as a kid and discuss the potential downfall of their most cherished rival!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 11min
Kamala 67 Harris! Sen. Sunken Place Has HAD IT! 02.10.26
In episode 2004, Jack and Miles are joined by poet, former public defender, co-founder and Executive Director of Partners for Justice, and author of The Price of Mercy: Unfair Trials, a Violent System, and a Public Defender's Search for Justice in America, Emily Galvin-Almanza, to discuss… MAGA Thinks Disney Deep Cuts Justify Trump’s Racist AI Post, That’s Weird... There Was A DOJ Press Release Announcing Epstein’s Death Drafted The Day Before He Was Actually Killed? Epstein Isn’t Secretly Alive, According To Fortnite, Kamala Harris Is Back – This Time With More Cringey Memes! Department Of Defense Deploys Military To Theaters Playing “Melania” and more! Trump takes down racist AI video of Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys Republicans rarely criticize Trump in his second term. A racist post briefly changed that Troll Who Created Trump’s Racist Obama Video Was Behind Another Viral Outrage Trump’s Dangerous Diversionary Device: Using Race to Erase Discourse 'I Didn’t Make a Mistake’: Trump Declines to Apologize for Racist Video of Obamas Trump accused of role in Epstein’s death in explosive email sent to FBI, documents reveal Epstein Files Reveal Prosecutors’ Announcement Dated Before His Death Jeffrey Epstein is not actually alive and playing 'Fortnite,' Epic Games says 'Jeffrey Epstein still alive?': Truth behind viral photo amid Epstein files release Epstein confirmation of death dated one day before he was found discovered in files Harris relaunches her old ‘Kamala HQ’ account as an online organizing project Kamala Harris Reboots KamalaHQ as Headquarters, a ‘Progressive’ Media Hub Aimed at Gen Z Voters Kamala Harris' first post since election day sparks 2028 presidential bid speculation CNN just described the Kamala headquarters_67 account as cringe. Chillingly Vain’ ‘Melania’ Documentary Absolutely Savaged by Critics Military Pressured to See ‘Melania’ Against Their Will Amazon MGM Goes on Offense as ‘Melania’ Gets Sacked at Super Bowl Box Office LISTEN: Vamonos by Elkin & NelsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 9, 2026 • 56min
Zeitley Trendbert 2/9: Super Bowl LX, Bad Bunny, TPUSA, Winter Olympics, JD Vance
They break down Super Bowl halftime performances, contrasting Bad Bunny’s culturally rich set with a low-budget TPUSA/Kid Rock spectacle. They roast unsettling AI-driven commercials and discuss AI creeping into HR and corporate tools. They also cover Winter Olympics controversies, including protests and an over-the-top motorcade incident involving JD Vance.

Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 21min
Icon #9 Tony Hawk: Pro Seller
Mort Burke, comedian, actor and podcaster, brings witty skate commentary and personal vibes about Tony Hawk. They discuss Hawk’s rise and falls. They chat skate culture, the Bones Brigade and the 900. They cover video games, brand deals, injuries, and the family legacy.

Feb 8, 2026 • 1h 12min
Weekly Zeitgeist 417 (Best of 2/2/26-2/6/26)
The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 424 (2/2/26-2/6/26)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 6, 2026 • 1h 8min
Joe Rogan <3 Epstein, Big League Boos 02.06.26
In episode 2003, Jack and Miles are joined by actor, writer, improvisor, and co-host of Drag Her and We Love Trash, Mano Agapian, to discuss… Rogan Now An Epstein Defender, No Sh*t Trump Is Afraid Of Being Booed At The Super Bowl, Minute Maid Puts An End To OJ Concentrate and more! Rogan Now An Epstein Defender Trump tells The Post he’s skipping the Super Bowl, slams halftime performers Bad Bunny and Green Day: ‘I’m anti-them’ Trump was told to skip the Super Bowl so he wasn’t booed mercilessly: report Trump gets boos, cheers as 1st president at NFL regular season game in 46 years Donald Trump’s New York Times Interview: Full Transcript After 80 Years, Minute Maid's Frozen Canned Juices Are Getting Put on Ice The Surprising Link Between World War II and Frozen Orange Juice Nostalgic shoppers react as Minute Maid discontinues iconic drink after 80 years Buy Some Stuff, Enslave Somebody 'Slave Labor' truly shocking The Reason Orange Juice Concentrate Fell Off The Face Of The Earth The Last Days of American Orange Juice LISTEN: Change (In the House of Flies) by The DeftonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2026 • 30min
Jurassic Park's Trendnis Nedry 2/5: JK Rowling, ICE Forums, 'Breaking Bad' House, Polymarket
In this edition of Jurassic Park's Trendis Nedry, Jack and Miles discuss JK Rowling being in the Epstein files, ICE/DHS agents having a hard time, a deep discount on the 'Breaking Bad' house, Polymarket's new… market? and much more! WATCH: Kindergarten teacher wants kindergartener deportedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 5, 2026 • 1h 9min
Piracy Pretty Chill? White Women LOVE Melania! 02.05.26
In episode 2002, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and co-host of The Worst Idea of All Time, Tim Batt, to discuss… Everyone Is Stealing TV, Everything Else Soon To Follow? MELANIAAAAAAA and more! Gadgets For People Who Don't Trust The Government Everyone is stealing TV LISTEN: Mideval Times (feat. Curtisy & Ahmed, With Love.) by Rory SweenySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 4, 2026 • 30min
Trending 9 To 5 2/4: Antifa, ICE/Minneapolis, Savannah Guthrie, Tulsi Gabbard
They debate the claim that an Antifa "leader" was identified and poke at social-media-driven federal responses. They unpack DHS pulling ICE agents from Minneapolis and whether it is real change or theater. They follow the developing story about Savannah Guthrie's missing mother and questions about the investigation. They touch on a whistleblower complaint tied to Tulsi Gabbard and national security concerns.


