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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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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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Episodes

AsTrend City 3/28: Asteroid City, Adnan Syed, Emojis, Disney, Mike Pence, Luka Fersko

3/28/2023
In this edition of AsTrend City, Miles and super producer Becca discuss Wes Anderson's new film 'Asteroid City', Adnan's conviction getting reinstated, the new emojis, Disney laying off 7000 employees, Mike Pence being "forced" to testify, and Luka Fersko's search for a mute carpenter/engineer/butler/assistant who'll work for peanuts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:23:49

AI Drip, Hooked On Screens 03.28.23

3/28/2023
In episode 1450, Miles and guest co-host, Pallavi Gunalan, are joined by author of Unwired: Gaining Control Over Addictive Technologies, Professor Gaia Bernstein, to discuss… The Pope’s Puffy Jacket Was An AI Fake Sadly, Apple Also Ignoring The Total Lack of Enthusiasm for VIRTUAL REALITY, UNWIRED and more! The Pope’s Puffy Jacket Was An AI Fake SadlyThe swagged-out pope is an AI fake — and an early glimpse of a new realityApple Also Ignoring The Total Lack of Enthusiasm for VIRTUAL REALITY...

Duration:01:10:16

First Time Partrendt 3/27: Jonathan Majors, Spotify, Tennessee, Waco, Twitter, Dolly Parton, David

3/27/2023
In this edition of , Miles and Becca discuss Jonathan Majors' getting arrested on assault charges, Spotify's bullshit diversity initiative, the school shooting in Tennessee, Trump's Waco,TX rally, Twitter's source code getting leaked, and Dolly Parton's song "Rainbowland" and Michelangelo's David corrupting the youth! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:26

Potent Paris Protest, Barron Trump = NBA Rookie Of The Year 03.27.23

3/27/2023
In episode 1449, Jack and Miles are joined by musician, poet, author, comedian, and host of Cold Brew Got Me Like, Chris Crofton, to discuss… So… France Is On Fire Now, I’ve finally found common ground with Melania… and more! So… France Is On Fire NowWhy are there protests in France?Why So Many People in France Are Protesting Over PensionsKing Charles’s visit to France postponed amid protestsI’ve finally found common ground with Melania…Trump warns of ‘potential death and destruction’ if...

Duration:01:03:18

Weekly Zeitgeist 267 (Best of 3/20/23-3/24/23)

3/26/2023
The weekly round-up of the best moment from DZ's season 267 (3/20/23-3/24/23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:01:21

Guess Who's Back… Back On Trends 3/24: Package, Trump, March Madness, Beethoven, NFTs, Disney World, Will Robinson Jr.

3/24/2023
In this edition of Guess Who's Back…, Jack and Miles discuss the suspicious package sent to Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg, Trump holding a rally in Waco, March Madness, Beethoven's DNA, celebrities handed a Crypto L by the SEC, Disney World employees getting a raise, and Will Robinson Jr. looking for Amanda Huginkiss! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:15

Miles Re-Entry Briefing, The TikTok Trials 03.24.23

3/24/2023
In episode 1448, Jack and Miles (aka DADDY!) are joined by super producer at Big Money Players, Olivia Aguilar, to discuss… Miles Re-entry Briefing, Trump Is Making Sh*tloads Of Money Off Of His Impending Arrest--He Just can’t Get Another Insurrection Going…, The Grandparents In Congress Prove They Don’t Know How Anything Works, People Are Getting Fed Up With Mysterious “Phantom” Uber Eats Orders, Google’s Bard Is Great… At Spreading Dangerous Conspiracy Theories and more! Trump Is Making...

Duration:01:07:12

TDZ: The Daddy Zone 3/23: Trump, Afroman, $1 Slice, Gwyneth Paltrow, The WeeKnd, Quentin Tarantino

3/23/2023
In this edition of TDZ: The Daddy Zone, Jack and Miles(!!!) discuss Trump posting AI images of himself?, the police suing Afroman, the death of the $1 NY slice, details from the Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit, the Weeknd becoming the most popular artist… whatever that means, and Quentin Tarantino announcing his 10th film! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:00

Scam Nation, The Helicopter Fiasca 03.23.23

3/23/2023
In episode 1447, Jack and guest co-host Matt Lieb are joined by author and illustrator of the book Finance for the People and the host of Weird Finance, Paco de Leon, to discuss… The Guy Behind The Don’t Say Gay Bill Pleaded Guilty To Covid Relief Fraud, Sofia Coppola’s Daughter Went Viral For Her “Chaotic” TikTok, Dick Van Dyke Crashed His Car – But He’s NOT DEAD, Cameron Diaz’s Comeback Movie is a Dumpster Fire Behind The Scenes and more! The Guy Behind The Don’t Say Gay Bill Pleaded...

Duration:00:57:44

MJGMB #52: Giannis the Destroyer and Old School Hoops with Marques Johnson

3/23/2023
Jack and Producer Jabari were joined by the legend, 11-year NBA vet and color analyst for the Milwaukee Bucks Marques Johnson on today's anniversary episode. The trio discussed Giannis, the current crop of Big Men, generational comparisons and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:45:59

I Came Here To Chew Bubblegum And Read Trends… 3/22: Trump, Bard, Zodiac Academy, Gwyneth Paltrow, Panera, Mother Mary

3/22/2023
In this edition of I Came Here To Chew Bubblegum And Read Trends…, Jack and writer JM McNab discuss Trump essentially begging to get arrested, Google's new BARD AI criticizing Google's monopoly on digital advertising, Zodiac Academy's viral copyright page, Gwyneth Paltrow's ski accident trial, Panera scanning your palm for a sandwich, and the new film 'Mother Mary' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:19:23

Fox's New Suit, The Yeast Of Us 03.22.23

3/22/2023
In episode 1446, Jack and guest co-host Jody Avirgan are joined by hosts of the Blocked Party podcast, Stefan Heck & John Cullen to discuss...The new Fox News lawsuit, Ben Affleck's new film 'Air', the deadly fungus among us, and much more! 1. Abby Grossberg: Fox News producer files lawsuits against the network, alleging she was coerced into providing misleading Dominion testimony | CNN Business 2. Ben Affleck Screens ‘Air’ for First Time at SXSW – The Hollywood Reporter 3. Candida Auris,...

Duration:01:01:52

HBD LaurTrend Passell 3/21: Trump, Peanut Butter, I Survived…, Alex Jones, Winnie the Pooh

3/21/2023
In this edition of HBD LaurTrend Passell, Jack and writer JM McNab discus Trump NOT getting arrested (yet), AI Trump getting arrested (in AI created photos), the eternal debate: is peanut butter a liquid?, the "I Survived…" book series, Alex Jones trying to hoard his money, and 'Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey' getting banned in China! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:35

Name Dropping With Style, Tent City Brentwood 03.21.23

3/21/2023
In episode 1445, Jack and guest co-host Jody Avirgan are joined by journalist and host of City of Tents: Veterans Row, Anna Scott, to discuss... Questions for Anna On City of Tents: Veterans Row, The Cut New Rules For Social Etiquette and more! The Cut New Rules For Social Etiquette LISTEN: Gravity by River Tiber See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:57:52

JC Trendy 3/20: Trump, Shazam 2, Ted Lasso, Rupert Murdoch, Frozen Strawberries

3/20/2023
In this edition of JC Trendy, Jack and super producer Becca discuss Trump possibly getting arrested this week?, Shazam 2's terrible reviews, Ted Lasso's baffling White House address, Rupert Murdoch constantly getting married, and the frozen strawberry recall! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:05

Pitching The Next Brand Movie, Paying With Your Face 03.20.23

3/20/2023
In episode 1444, Jack and and guest co-host super producer Justin Connor are joined by writer, actor, and comedian, Ify Nwadiwe, to discuss… Amazon is Being Sued For Not Warning Customers About Facial Recognition, People Love The Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Movie and more! Amazon is Being Sued For Not Warning Customers About Facial RecognitionAmazon Go Store Accused of Violating NYC's Biometric Surveillance LawKnow Before You Amazon Go That Your Privacy Will Be LowI'm being watched at Amazon Go —...

Duration:01:02:20

Weekly Zeitgeist 266 (Best of 3/13/23-3/17/23)

3/19/2023
The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 266 (3/13/23-3/17/23) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:12:04

Better Late Than Trender 3/17: Lance Reddick, Gwyneth Paltrow, Alex Murdaugh, Shazam 2, John Wick 4, St. Patrick's Day, March Madness

3/17/2023
In this edition of Better Late Than Trender, Jack and super producer Justin discuss the tragic passing of Lance Reddick, Gwyneth Paltrow's intermittent fasting fiasco, more murder investigation for Murdaugh, the reviews for 'Shazam 2' & 'John Wick 4', St. Patrick's Day horror stories, and March Madness kicking off! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:16:17

Dumbest Timeline: Taco Bell Metaverse Wedding, NTFs, etc. 03.17.23

3/17/2023
In episode 1443, Jack and guest co-host Ben Bowlin are joined by host of There Are No Girls on the Internet, Bridget Todd, to discuss… Shockingly, The Taco Bell Metaverse Wedding Sucked, The Tiger King is Running For President From Jail, Hate Sesame Street NFTs? Blame The GOP and more! Shockingly, The Taco Bell Metaverse Wedding SuckedThe Tiger King is Running For President From JailJoe Exotic Wants to be the Next Criminal PresidentJoe Exotic wants Liz Cheney as his 2024 running mate, urges...

Duration:01:02:04

Never Gonna Trend You Up, Never Gonna Zeit You Down 3/16: Girls, Chupa, Peeps, Christina Ricci, Meg White

3/16/2023
In this edition of Never Gonna Trend You Up, Jack and writer JM McNab discuss the youth rewatching 'Girls', the trailer for the new Netflix movie 'Chupa', new Peeps flavors, Christina Ricci's 'The View' appearance, and whether or not Meg White was a good drummer! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:05

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