HILARITY ENSUES

Everybody on social media is making $10,000 a month, but millions of Americans are unemployed and struggling to make ends meet. From OnlyFans millionaires and selling feet pics to ghost jobs and subscription based job searches, has making money become the biggest hustle of all? Donna follows the money, questions the hype, and brings the humor to an economy that just isn't adding up! Become a suppo...

On this episode of Hilarity Ensues, Donna takes a humorous and thought-provoking look at the rise of self-proclaimed experts, including the relationship discussions on Tonight's Conversation. Are we getting sound advice, or just entertaining opinions? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hilarity-ensues--6243018/support .

Big Tech is offering farmers millions to turn generations of farmland into AI data centers, but some farmers are saying, "KICK ROCKS!" Today on Hilarity Ensues, Donna is flying solo while Jeff is on sabbatical, discussing two farmers who refused to sell, the hidden water demands of AI, conservation easements, and the power of eminent domain. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR DONNA - TOP HOST This week on Hilarity Ensues, Donna is flying solo while Jeff takes some time off! We're talking about San Francisco's Guerrilla Grafters, who are turning ordinary trees into fruit-producing food sources, and Amazon delivery drivers wearing devices that monitor their movements. Is it safety, surveillance, or just another example of common sense taking a vaca...

How do you allegedly plan a murder in 2026 while leaving behind a digital trail of 107,000 text messages? Donna and Jeff unpack the Caleb Flynn murder trial, the affair, the jaw-dropping messages, and the courtroom testimony that turned a secret relationship into 34 books of evidence. We’re talking smartphones, bad decisions, and one very important question: What the hell were you thinking? Become...

Last week, we talked economic indicators. This week, we're talking about the indicators hitting us where it hurts, the grocery cart. From $7 sardines and skyrocketing diesel prices to questionable oxtails and fears about the food supply, Donna and Jeff ask: Are we facing a food shortage, or is food simply becoming too expensive to afford? We're separating fact from fear and, of course, finding som...

Forget Wall Street, we’re checking the strip club! 😂 This week on Hilarity Ensues, Donna and Jeff take a hilarious look at the unconventional signs that people may be feeling the economic squeeze. From a viral story about a woman secretly living in a 24-hour gym, to a fake but totally believable cruise ship hair salon, to a Las Vegas strip club shutting its doors, we’re asking: What really tells...

The dating pool has officially been contaminated! 😂 Donna unpacks the wild case of a man accused of posing as a wealthy NFL player and allegedly scamming more than two dozen women out of $1.3 million. Fake wealth, a fake financial adviser, bogus investments, and very real money. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hilarity-ensues--6243018/support .

This week on Hilarity Ensues, Donna and Jeff talk about why “exposure” doesn’t pay the bills, after an NBA athlete reportedly asked a Vancouver bakery for a free cake. Then they dive into Hollywood’s child-star business, from Coogan Accounts and long workdays to parents managing their kids’ money. It’s funny, eye-opening, and raises one big question: Who’s really benefiting when the child is the s...

Ray J and Orlando Brown stepped into the ring and we're still trying to figure out who thought this was a good idea! Donna and Jeff break down the bizarre celebrity boxing match, the controversy surrounding both men, and Claressa Shields reminding everyone what REAL boxing looks like. Expect plenty of laughs, sarcasm, and a few questions nobody thought to ask before fight night. Become a supporter...

From “groovy” and “talk to the hand” to “rizz,” “aura farming,” and “AI slop,” Donna and Jeff take a hilarious trip through slang across the decades. We’ll dive into the 2026 additions to Urban Dictionary, decode the newest phrases, revisit slang from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and early 2000s, and decide which words deserve to survive and which need to be retired. Become a supporter of this podcast: ht...

Forget the political talking points. This week, Donna and Jeff dive into Hunter Biden's honest discussion about addiction, recovery, his infamous laptop, the White House cocaine controversy, and growing up as Joe Biden's son. It's a conversation about accountability, family, and the power of owning your past. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hilarity-ensues--624...

A viral video claimed a man went to jail simply for collecting rainwater and millions of people believed it without asking a single question. Donna and Jeff dive into how one misleading video snowballed into internet outrage, why social media rewards misinformation, and how AI-generated content is making it even harder to separate facts from fiction. Somewhere along the way, common sense packed it...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked debate by advocating for testosterone testing among military men over 30. Is this simply another way to improve military readiness, or is it government stepping into deeply personal medical decisions? Donna and Jeff discuss the science behind testosterone, the constitutional questions surrounding bodily autonomy, recruiting challenges facing today's milit...

How many real friends do you actually have? This week on Hilarity Ensues, Donna and Jeff dive into the friendships that last a lifetime, and the ones that quietly fade away. It's honest, funny, a little sarcastic, and a reminder that quality will always beat quantity when it comes to your circle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hilarity-ensues--6243018/support...

A viral mall interview asking simple geography questions leads Donna and Jeff down a hilarious rabbit hole about literacy in America. Is literacy just reading and writing, or have we forgotten how to think critically? From adults struggling to read aloud to schools ditching grammar lessons, this episode mixes comedy, common sense, and conversation about what we're really teaching the next generati...

Florida has earned a reputation for producing headlines that leave the rest of the country asking, "What were they thinking?" Today's episode dives into the latest installment of WTF: What The Florida?!—the story of a Texas couple who left their six-month-old baby sleeping under a beach umbrella while they took a nearly one-hour stroll. We'll unpack the bizarre decisions and consequences.   Become...

The FIFA World Cup has arrived, and while the games are exciting, the headlines off the field may be just as entertaining. From fans chanting about President Trump, to teams flying in their own food because they don't trust ours, the world is giving America a report card—and some of the comments aren't exactly glowing.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hilarity-...

After more than 50 years of waiting, hoping, crying, and arguing with referees, the New York Knicks are finally champions! Donna and Jeff break down the wild championship run, the passionate fans, the unforgettable comeback, and why New York may have used every available good-luck charm to bring home a title.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hilarity-ensues--62...

What happens when someone moves into your house and refuses to leave? Today, Donna and Jeff dive into the Hulu series Squatters: Get the F...K Out of My House!, a shocking six-episode look at real homeowners battling squatters who claim everything from common-law marriage and ancestral rights to outright ownership of properties that aren't theirs. From vacant homes and nightmare tenants to bizarre...

Reality dating shows promise romance, soulmates, and happily-ever-afters—but what happens when the cameras stop rolling and the lawsuits start? Donna examines the growing number of allegations and legal battles surrounding shows like Married at First Sight and Love Is Blind. Exploring whether pairing complete strangers together and encouraging rapid intimacy creates unnecessary risks, especially f...

Artificial Intelligence is becoming everybody’s new best friend, therapist, lawyer, relationship coach, and personal hype squad. But what happens when AI agrees with you a little too much? Donna dives into a fascinating study from Myra Cheng and her advisor Dan Jurafsky that tested whether AI models tell people the truth… or just tell people what they want to hear. Become a supporter of this podca...

Donna dives into America’s growing literacy and math crisis after a simple trip to the neighborhood store turned into an unexpected math intervention. From basic arithmetic to people refusing to read contracts, disclosures, or even captions longer than an Instagram post, this episode hilariously explores what happens when critical thinking disappears. T Become a supporter of this podcast: https://...

Donna and Jeff dive into the wild world of online reviews and ask the question everyone’s thinking: can we actually trust any of them anymore? From fake Amazon reviews and Yelp Elite perks to revenge posts, sponsored opinions, and emotional one star meltdowns, this episode explores how online ratings shape where we eat, shop, work, and spend our money. Donna shares her experience as a Yelp Elite r...

This week on Hilarity Ensues, Donna and Jeff unpack the shocking disappearance of Spirit Airlines. Yes, they shut down so fast they didn’t even leave a forwarding address. With rising fuel costs hitting both your gas tank and the skies, budget airlines are changing the game… and not in your favor. From Southwest ditching open seating to Frontier selling “travel dreams” that may strand you in Jamai...