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House Republicans potentially uniting behind a speaker nominee, ongoing talks to secure the release of Hamas hostages, disputes between Israel and UN officials, recent developments involving former president Donald Trump, mental health crisis among health workers, and the announcement of the World Series match between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers.

Hurricane Otis, a category 5 storm, hit Mexico. 'Shaft' actor Richard Roundtree's death reported. Topics include Gaza violence, queen's criticism, speaker nominee, Trump's legal troubles, and Sleep Number beds.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of an upcoming ground offensive in Gaza as the humanitarian crisis worsens. House Republicans struggle to find a Speaker while Mark Meadows receives immunity in a federal election subversion probe. The podcast also mentions the disturbing incident of a man trying to turn off a plane's engines mid-flight.

Topics discussed: Israel's war on Hamas and the humanitarian situation in Gaza, Republican Rep. Tom Emmer dropping out of the House speaker race, Michael Cohen's accusations against Donald Trump, Georgia's six-week abortion ban being upheld by the Supreme Court, and dozens of states suing Meta over harm to children's mental health.

Hostage negotiations in Gaza and secret speaker nominee process among House Republicans. Former President Trump in New York court. UAW announces surprise strike against General Motors. Pilot accused of trying to shut down a plane mid-flight due in court.

An 85 year old woman shares her harrowing experience as a hostage held by Hamas. House Republicans vote for a speaker nominee. Donald Trump faces his former lawyer in court. Winter storm causes trouble in the Northwest. Women in Iceland go on strike.

Israeli forces prepare to attack Hamas by air, ground and sea; Aid agencies call for a ceasefire in Gaza; House Republicans vote for next speaker candidate; CDC warns of RSV vaccine shortages; Washington state senator arrested in Hong Kong

President Biden calls for hostage release in Gaza before ceasefire, US intelligence on Iran-backed militias, House Republicans vying for Speaker, Senator Menendez pleads not guilty, super fog causes deadly accidents in Louisiana.

Hamas releases Israeli hostages, potential for wider regional conflict. Nine Republicans vying for House Speaker. Surprise auto strike by union workers. Man charged with 80+ felonies for airplane incident.

Israeli forces intensify raids and airstrikes in Gaza, raising concerns of a ground invasion. Gaza desperately needs more aid. House Republicans search for a new speaker. Flu, RSV, and Covid expected to strain hospitals again. Housing market goes from tough to terrible.