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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.

Episodes

MJGMB #150: All Star Starters and EC Talk with Jacquis Neal

Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by actor, comedian and podcaster Jacquis Neal for today's episode as the three of them discussed the All-Star starters, EC playoff race and potential player movement ahead of the deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202549 minSeason 4Ep. 15

Private Equity Ruined Fire Trucks, Shark Jesus? 01.29.25

In episode 1805, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by creator and writer of The RedDot Comic , Kim Winder , to discuss… Of Course Private Equity Was Responsible For Making The Wildfires Worse, Not Now, Doomsday Clock! Aquarium Sharks Prove Jeff Goldlum’s Jurassic Park Character Right, Roseanne Threatens To Make Another Sitcom and more! Of Course Private Equity Was Responsible For Making The Wildfires Worse Staggering image of 100 essential fire trucks idling in a par...

Jan 29, 202552 minSeason 373Ep. 3

…I'm The Zeit Man! 1/28: Trump, Las Vegas Ice Cream Patrol, Kroger, Microsoft, Surge Pricing, Pete Hegseth, Christopher Walken

In this edition of Ski-bi-dibby-dib, yo-da-dub-dub… I'm The Zeit Man!, Jack and special guest co-host Bryan The Editor discuss Trump freezing federal aid programs, the Las Vegas ICE Cream Patrol, Microsoft and Kroger trying to bring "surge pricing" (AKA price gouging) to a grocery store near you, Pete Hegseth's confirmation, Christopher Walken's shocking secret and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202531 min

Executive Orders 101, If Movie Times Were Honest 01.28.25

In episode 1804, Jack and guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by poet, lawyer, and co-founder and Executive Director of  Partners for Justice ,  Emily Galvin-Almanza , to discuss… Executive Orders: Now That They Seem to Run the US… How Do Those Work? NYTimes Trying to Manufacture Consent for Trump Policies? Kroger X Microsoft Collab To Make Surge Pricing Groceries A Thing, A Connecticut Bill Would Force Movie Theaters To Admit When The Movie Actually Starts and more! NYTim...

Jan 28, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 373Ep. 2

Zeit Risk 1/27: Deep Seek AI, Dr. Phil, 'Flight Risk', New Jersey Drones

In this edition of Zeit Risk, Jack and special guest co-host Andrew Ti discuss their respective weekends, China's new ChatGPT competitor 'Deep Seek AI', Dr. Phil livestreaming ICE raids, Mel Gibson's new film 'Flight Risk', the return of the New Jersey drones and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202553 minSeason 373Ep. 1

Tech Oligarch Erection Contest, Biden Futility Fetish 01.24.25

In episode 1803, Jack and guest co-host Jacquis Neal are joined by musician, comedian, author of The Advice King Anthology and host of Cold Brew Got Me Like , Chris Crofton , to discuss… Biden’s Last Minute ERA Statement Was His Whole Presidency In A Nutshell, Maybe It Would Have Been Smart to Stick with the “These Guys Are Weird” Thing? And more! Biden’s Last Minute ERA Statement Was His Whole Presidency In A Nutshell Biden declares the ERA the law of the land &md...

Jan 24, 20251 hr 13 minSeason 372Ep. 4

Amelia PerTrendz 1/23: Trump, DEI, Daniel Charles Ball, 'FBI: CIA', Academy Awards Nominations

In this edition of Amelia PerTrendz, Jack and special guest co-host Jacquis Neal discuss Trump's anti-DEI order, Europe's response to Elon's nazi salute, a man who got a Jan. 6 pardon getting arrested immediately on gun charges, the new absurdly named TV show 'FBI: CIA',  the Academy Award nominations and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 202526 min

Movies That Kill, Fire Influencers? 01.23.25

In episode 1802, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by podcaster and writer of Double Acts in Pop: An Incomplete Survey , Molly Lambert , to discuss...  The New Mission: Impossible Movie Is So Good It Might Kill You, According To The Director and more! The New Mission: Impossible Movie Is So Good It Might Kill You, According To The Director Passion of Christ shocks audiences LISTEN: Breakfast In Monaco by Larry June See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 23, 20251 hrSeason 372Ep. 3

High At The InauguraTrends 1/22: Elon Musk, Crypto Bros, 'Opus', Netflix Price Hike

In this edition of High At The InauguraTrends, Jack and special guest co-host Bryan The Editor discuss Elon geeking at the inauguration, CryptoBros feeling a bit of regret for putting Trump on, the trailer for Ayo Edebiri's new cult movie 'Opus', "Netflix and Chill" getting a little more expensive and much more! WATCH: Scott Cheggs on X: "I think Elon may have a glitch in his software. https://t.co/X7z2KdWFS4" / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 22, 202524 min

MJGMB #149: Breaking News from the Valley of the Sun with Gerald Bourguet

Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by lead NBA writer and podcaster for GoP-H-N-X.com Gerald Bourguet for today's episode. The trio discussed which Western Conference teams need to consider making a big move ahead of the deadline and were happy to be interrupted by breaking news regarding a Phoenix Suns deal with the Utah Jazz that netted them additional draft picks to work with in any potential deals! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 22, 202546 minSeason 4Ep. 14

Full Nazi, Scary Executive Order Fantasy Draft 01.22.25

In episode 1802, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by co-host of This Day In Esoteric Political History and lead producer on The Puzzler , Jody Avirgan , to discuss… Trump Executive Orders, Elon Musk Fully a Nazi Now? Everyone Is Finally Realizing That The ADL Is Trash, New Research Sheds Light On Why People (And Primates) Pee In Groups and more! Trump Executive Orders Elon Musk Fully a Nazi Now? Right-Wing Extremists Are Abuzz Over Musk’s Straight-Arm Salute Everyon...

Jan 22, 20251 hr 2 minSeason 372Ep. 2

Tell 'Em Trendrick Did It 1/21: Trump, TikTok, Biden, US Blizzard

In this edition of Tell 'Em Trendrick Did It, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss their respective weekends, Trump's inauguration, the TikTok "ban"/publicity stunt, the Biden administration's Gaza apathy, an incipient southern US blizzard and much more! WATCH: Mitchell and Webb: "Are we the baddies?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 202552 minSeason 372Ep. 1

China Loves Luigi, David Lynch's Pocket Full of M&M's 01.17.25

In episode 1801, Jack and guest co-host Caitlin Durante are joined by musician, comedian, author of The Advice King Anthology and host of Cold Brew Got Me Like , Chris Crofton , to discuss… R.I.P. David Lynch and more! David Lynch, Auteur Drawn to the Dark and the Dreamlike, Dies at 78 L.A. Wildfire Relief: DONATE: Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory LISTEN: The Sun by Secret Night Gang See omnys...

Jan 17, 202557 minSeason 371Ep. 5

RIP DavTrend Lynch 1/16: Trump's Inauguration, Carrie Underwood, The Village People, PornHub, Drake/UMG

In this edition of RIP DavTrend Lynch, Jack and special guest co-host Caitlin Durante discuss Trump's Inauguration entertainment (feat. Carrie Underwood, Kid Rock and The Village People), the PornHub 'ban', Drake AKA Lawsuit Papi suing UMG for defamation and much more! DONATE:  Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory - Google Drive FUNDRAISER: Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 16, 202523 min

Ham Baby Traffic Jam, Jesus = New Robinhood 01.16.25

In episode 1800, Jack and co-host Caitlin Durante are joined by comedian behind the stand-up special Spiritually Filthy , Mort Burke , to discuss… New Yorker Article On Ultra Processed Foods Suggests It’s Not the Processing... It’s The Calorie Density, Get Ready For A Whole Lot Of Unhinged Jesus Movies and more! New Yorker Article on Ultra Processed Foods Suggests It’s Not the Processing... It’s The Calorie Density “Residual Ham Material,” And Even More...

Jan 16, 20251 hr 5 minSeason 371Ep. 4

MJGMB #148: For the Lakers, Harrison Faigen Inherits the Beef

Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by SB Nation’s Harrison Faigen for today’s episode. The trio discussed the state of affairs with the Lakers and whether they should still be active ahead of the trade deadline. They also looked around the league and speculated on which teams may take a swing at Jimmy, Zach LaVine and others. DONATE: Fundraiser by Britt Zahren : Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory - Google Drive FUNDR...

Jan 15, 202544 minSeason 4Ep. 13

Celebrity Fire Idiots, The RedNote Takeover 01.15.25

In episode 1799, Jack and guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by comedian, Pallavi Gunalan , to discuss… The Racist Politicization of the Wildfires Continues, RedNote Taking Over, Matt Gaetz Is Now An Ivermectin Pitchman, Other Impressive Acts of Buzz Marketing for Ivermectin: Mel Gibson Absolutely Flying on the Joe Rogan Podcast and more! These Are The Prisoners California Uses to Fight Wildfires Misinformation About the LA Fires Spreads Fast. Here’s How To Spot It 29 arrested in Lo...

Jan 15, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 371Ep. 3

NosferaTrends 1/14: Jack Smith, Neil Gaiman, CES

In this edition of NosferaTrends, Jack and special guest co-host Andrew Ti discuss The Jack Smith Report Part 1 , Neil Gaiman: Sex Crim, the Consumer Electronics Show (and how it's basically a scam) and much more! DONATE: Fundraiser by Britt Zahren : Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery FUNDRAISER: Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 14, 202529 min

Banished Words, Spring Equinox > New Years Day 01.14.25

In episode 1798, Jack and guest co-host Blake Wexler are joined by host of White Homework and Go Home Bible, You're Drunk , Tori Williams Douglass , to discuss… Pete Hegseth Confirmation Hearing, Bad Weekend To Be In The Trump Prosecuting Business, Lake Superior State University releases Words to Retire and more! Pete Hegseth Confirmation Hearing Trump avoids prison sentence, fines in felony hush-money case Trump says he would fire ‘mean’ special counsel Jack Smith ‘with...

Jan 14, 20251 hr 5 minSeason 371Ep. 2

Male PaTrend Baldness 1.13.25: L.A. Wildfires, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Dunkin Donuts, Robbie Williams

In this edition of Male PaTrend Baldness, Jack and special guest co-host Blake Wexler discuss the L.A. wildfires, Loser Of The Week: Marjorie Taylor Greene, Dunkin Donuts running out of donuts, Robbie Williams' "Better Man" doc flopping hard at the box office and much more! DONATE: Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 13, 202557 minSeason 371Ep. 1

An Update From Miles, STFU Fonzie & Andrew Huberman 01.10.25

In this edition, Jack and Bryan The Editor relay an important message from Miles and address Henry Winkler and Andrew Huberman's arson rumors. DONATE: Fundraiser by Britt Zahren : Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 202524 min

LAFD vs. LAPD, Girl Scout Cookies Cancelled?! 01.10.25

In this episode, Jack and special guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by writer/actor/comedian Blake Wexler to discuss… the L.A. wildfires, that one press conference that perfectly illustrated the juxtaposition between the LAPD and the LAFD (and who should get a bigger budget), New York introduces congestion pricing in Manhattan, Girl Scout cookies getting cancelled?!, and much more! The Future Of Fire Cannot Look Like Its Present | Defector Congestion pricing in New York City starts after...

Jan 10, 20251 hr 3 minSeason 370Ep. 5

CongesTrend Pricing 1/9: L.A. Wildfires, 'The Working Man', Jimmy Carter's Funeral (Feat. Trump, Obama, Bush and more)

In this edition of CongesTrend Pricing, Jack and special guest co-host Andrew Ti discuss the L.A. wildfires, the subtly Q-coded Jason Statham film 'The Working Man', Jimmy Carter's funeral and much more! 'A Working Man' Trailer: Jason Statham Hunts for Missing Teen in Movie Obama and Trump have a long chat at Jimmy Carter’s funeral. What to know | The Independent See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jan 09, 202533 min

MJGMB #147: Could the Spurs Pursue Jimmy? with Chris Barnett

Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by NBA analyst and writer Chris Barnett for today's episode. The trio discussed the continued domination of the Cavs and Thunder before transitioning to the Jimmy trade rumors and where he might land in the event Miami wants to truly move on! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 09, 202546 minSeason 4Ep. 12

Steve Trendenberg: Local Hero 01/08: L.A. Wildfires, Steve Guttenberg, Trump

In this edition of Steve Trendenberg: Local Hero, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss the firestorm in Los Angeles and all the chaos surrounding it (feat. Steve Guttenberg), Donald Trump doing/saying dumb stuff and much more! Actor Steve Guttenberg jumps into action as brush fire burns Pacific Palisades | KTLA (1) Acyn on X: "Trump: They want very, very little water to go into your dishwasher, almost none. And you know what people do? They just keep pressing, pressing, pressin...

Jan 08, 202530 minSeason 370Ep. 4

'Madame Web' Oscar Snub?, How To Dispose Of A Sex-Bot Discretely 01.08.25

In this episode, Jack and special guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by writer/comedian Joey Clift to discuss… that article we missed about Joe Biden being soooooo old, Madame Web being ineligible for best picture at the Oscars, 2025 was supposed to be the year of sex bots and much more! Biden Was Having 'Good and Bad Days' As Far Back as 2021: Report - Newsweek Multiple movies, including Sonic 3 and Madame Web, are ineligible for Best Picture at the Oscars this year | GamesRadar+ More Th...

Jan 08, 20251 hr 12 minSeason 370Ep. 3