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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

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

Rom-Com Economics, Evil Bank Fail 03.16.23

3/16/2023
In episode 1442, Jack and guest co-host Alex Schmidt are joined by host of How To Citizen, Baratunde Thruston, to discuss... Credit Suisse Shares Plunge (Because They’re Evil), Netflix’s $150 Million Rom-Com Is Canceled and more! Credit Suisse Shares Plunge (Because They’re Evil)Swiss Regulators to Provide Liquidity to Credit SuisseSwiss central bank ready for Credit Suisse supportTroubles at Credit Suisse prompt broader market selloffCredit Suisse axes top bosses’ bonuses after biggest...

Duration:01:04:07

MJGMB #51: State of the Sixers and more with Blake Wexler

3/16/2023
Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by podcaster and comedian extraordinaire Blake Wexler for the latest episode. Beyond discussing the potential for this to be Philly's year, the trio also dove into Giannis being the best player in the world regardless of the eventual MVP voting and the Kings making postseason noise See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:52:09

Trend Lasso: SeasTrend Three 3/15: Hailey Bieber, Nike, Blackberry, Aaron Rodgers, Safe Room, Tom Cruise

3/15/2023
In this edition of Trend Lasso SeasTrend Three, Jack, super producer Becca and writer JM McNab discuss the Hailey Bieber/Selena Gomez drama, Nike's 'Ted Lasso' merch, the trailer for the 'Blackberry' movie, Aaron Rodgers preparing to move to the Jets, mass shooting safe rooms... in schools, and the REAL reason Tom Cruise skipped the Oscars! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:32

Shoplifting Wave Still B.S., Lunchables Replacing Lunch Ladies? 03.15.23

3/15/2023
In episode 1441, Jack and guest co-host Alex Schmidt, are joined by writer and interdisciplinary artist, Denise "The Vamp Deville" Zubizarreta, to discuss… Shoplifting Panic Update: Still Bullsh*t, Lunchables To Be A Part of School Lunches? And more! Artists Discuss How Psychedelics Influence Their WorkShoplifting Panic Update: Still Bullsh*tBS Shoplifting Theory (A Thread)Lunchables To Be A Part of School Lunches? Find more work from Denise here! LISTEN: Fuzz Jam by The Lazy Eyes See...

Duration:01:00:24

Trends! How Many Of Them Are There? 6! 3/14: Law Roach, Scream VI, Ranch Ice Cream, The Little Mermaid, Google

3/14/2023
In this edition of Trends! How Many Of Them Are There? 6!, Jack and super producer Becca discuss the retirement of Law Roach, Scream VI, Ranch Ice Cream, the newer, darker 'The Little Mermaid' trailer, and Google's (rushed) Bard integrations, and Jack finally trying ChatGPT! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:03

In Memoriam Controversy, Biden Backtracks 03.14.23

3/14/2023
In episode 1440, Jack and guest co-host Jacquis Neal are joined by actor, comedian, and host of Live To Tape, Johnny Pemberton, to discuss… Biden Might Bring Back “Inhumane” Policy Of Detaining Migrant Families, Biden Approves Massive Alaskan Oil Drilling Project, The Oscars’ In Memoriam Segment F**ked Up Yet Again, Joe Rogan Opened His Anti-Woke Comedy Club, The Mandalorian Returns... This Time With No Gina Carano and more! Biden Might Bring Back “Inhumane” Policy Of Detaining Migrant...

Duration:01:02:36

Saturday Zeit Fever 3/13: Oscars, Silicon Valley Bank, Buffalo Wild Wings

3/13/2023
In this edition of Saturday Zeit Fever, Jack and writer JM McNab discuss notable moments from the 2023 Oscars, the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, and the Buffalo Wild Wings lawsuit! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:20:52

No Car Sundays, Girl Scout Cookie SNAFU 03.13.23

3/13/2023
In episode 1439, Jack and guest co-host Chris Crofton are joined by stand-up comedian, Blair Socci, to discuss… How to Unf**k Your City and Country - Design For People Not Cars, Girl Scout Cookies Are in Short Supply... And Also Evil and more! How to Unf**k Your City and Country - Design For People Not Cars (Twitter Thread)Girl Scout Cookies Are in Short Supply... And Also EvilChild Labor in Palm Oil Industry Tied to Girl Scout CookiesThere’s a big Girl Scout cookie shortage, and the group...

Duration:01:09:18

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