Nation of Jake

Producer Rivera was stunned to learn Scott Bessent is gay, which sparked a whole can of worms conversation. In more important news, the UofM revealed they will be increasing tuition prices again, further pushing future students towards a future in the trades and not overpriced diplomas.  Also on the show, Jake lists the only 4 correct ingredients for chicken salad, Trump hints they may keep a...

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that the war against Iran is "over", stating that the U.S. combat operation—previously known as Operation Epic Fury—has concluded. "There is no Iranian navy. It lies at the bottom of the ocean. And we'll assume, within a number of years, be prime fishing spots because they'll turn into reefs." What a quote. Also on the show: the most talented bir...

County Clerk Wanda Halbert is suing the Election Commission to contest the results of a May 5 primary election that showed her losing the Criminal Court Clerk's race by 126 votes. Could this be the beginning of the end of Wanda Halbert, and how would she fare in the corporate world? Little different than the political world.  Also on the show: the Memphis Safe Task Force revealed their gang-b...

Giants QB Jaxson Dart introduced President Trump at a rally, and now he is getting blasted for his outward support of 45. Sports media has already been on a tear on if Trump will go to a Knicks Finals game, and now they are swarming Dart and his teammates on being MAGA.  We break it all down. Also on the show: Jake plays Stone Temple Pilots on the drums, Brett Michaels drops off the America 2...

Former first lady Jill Biden raised eyebrows for comments she made about then-President Joe Biden's infamous debate against Trump in 2024. "I had never, ever seen Joe like that before or since... As I watched it, I said, ‘Oh my God, he’s having a stroke.’ It scared me to death." Reaaaally Jill? Also on the show: The Trump administration is pushing for a $250 bill with Trump's fac...

Guess what MLGW is asking customers to set their thermostats to for energy efficiency?  78 DEGREES! In Memphis heat! Does MLGW genuinely believe customers will consider keeping their place at 78 degrees and why?  What do YOU keep your A/C at during the Summer? Communism! Also on the show: James Talerico is getting flamed as they gay Beto O'Rourke after saying he was trolling Christians,...

Several politicians were in hot water after attending George Floyd memorial events and paying homage on social media instead of Memorial Day events like Tim Walz and Jacob Frey. Then, on The Breakfast Club, Kevin Hart was asked about the George Floyd jokes made during his Netflix roast and his answer might surprise you! Also on the show: several clips went viral of reporters reacting in real-time...

School's out for the Summer! As kids finish classes today, it's kind of the unofficial first day of Summer break, right? WVNN's Dale Jackson joins the program to talk about the UFO files and if it's been worth all the hype. Speaking of UFO, the first Star Wars movie in 7 years hasn't been getting raving reviews. Also on the show: Hooters & Pizza Hut are vowing to go back to their OG ways, we r...

The most unfunny late-night host (probably ever?), Stephen Colbert, will be hosting his last show tonight and instead of blaming the network, or himself for not making them money, it's of course Trump's fault! Seems fitting, seeing as 100% of his content centered around the 45th and 47th. Also on the show: Novel employees vote to unionize and the cast of characters look exactly how you would expec...

UNIONIZE! Novel bookstore employees are voting to unionize because they don't earn enough. Why is the first option to demand more and form a union instead of finding a way to hustle for extra income OR increase your own value? We bet their favorite book is the Communist Manifesto. Also on the show: Kevin O'Leary is getting RIPPED online for giving sound advice on not wasting money, Fabio makes a s...

From Steve Mulroy, Steve Cohen, and Steve Kerr to Steve Martin, Steve Perry, and Steve Irwin, we sort through ALL the good and bad Steve's on account of L's taken in the last several days by Steve Cohen. We promise we're almost done milking Cohen, but he just keeps giving us easy ammunition to make fun of him. Also on the show: A DC Councilwoman running for mayor says curfews for teens are dangero...

After accusing Republicans for "Jim Crow 2.0" after the Congressional Redistricting, claiming that the GOP is ending black representation, Rep. Cohen ENDORSED A WHITE DEMOCRAT FOR THE 5th DISTRICT. Is it just irony, or another case of a politician saying anything to get their way? Also on the show: NYC Mayor Zohran claps back at a famous Ronald Reagan quote about the government's obligations, Stev...

CHICKEN MAN OUT! After 19 years, Rep. Steve Cohen has announced he is stepping down and retiring from Congress ENTIRELY! Cohen blamed the General Assembly’s redrawing of his, mostly black district, into the 3 districts that will favor Republicans. And we pull out the violins.  Also on the show: Black Lives Matter held a press conference denouncing Netflix's Kevin Hart Roast where a Geor...

The Fired Losers Club is comprised of Don Lemon and Joy Reid and Reid had a crazy take about JD Vance. Reid argued that Vice President JD Vance benefited from "affirmative action and DEI" to enter Yale Law School, claiming he was admitted as an "Appalachian white" to diversify elite institutions. Also on the show: TWO INTERVIEWS. We talk to famed-comic Henry Cho, as he is set to perform in Memphis...

Who knew some risky birdwatching could turn into the "next COVID-19"? Details from 'Patient Zero' In the Hantavirus cruise ship outbreak have been released and it's interesting to say the least. From everything SOME politicians are saying, we should be fearful for our lives. Should we? Also on the show: LA Mayor Karen Bass says the problem with the unhoused population isn't drug abuse...it's their...

How about some Yolanda Cooper-Sutton in DC? Or what about Charlotte Bergmann finally getting over the hump and winning the 9th District? We discuss the possibilities and candidates now that the Congressional maps have been changed, booting out ol' fried chicken Steve Cohen.  Also on the show: MPD released the body camera footage of the shooting of Officer Oscar Torres-Molina, Memphis Grizzlie...

"He's had 20 years..." Rep. Steve Cohen is still suing instead of just running no matter what the district looked like and some democrats are NOW saying that the margins COULD result in some being flipped, right after calling it all racist. And now the Memphis City Council is stepping in, despite the changes having nothing to do with them. Also on the show: we hear a new proposition from LA Mayora...

The Pentagon started making public "never-before-seen" details on unexplained phenomena that the government has been holding for decades. These phenomena were formerly known as... unidentified flying objects. Is this as disappointing as the Epstein files release? We break it all down.  Also on the show: Ronald McDonald does a pretty good job singing the National Anthem, Jake attempts to play...

Memphis will be split into three congressional districts under the new U.S. House map that Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed into law on Thursday. What followed is absolute chaos at the House, as characters like Justin J. Pearson, Justin Jones, and Steve Cohen wasted no time with theatrics and race-baiting. Also on the show: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claims that nobody should be earning billi...

You miss 100% of the shots you DON'T take. That applies best to CNN's founder Ted Turner, who took every risk to elevate the brand of the world's first 24-hour cable news channel. We are joined by longtime Atlanta TV/Radio personality John Fricke who shared stories about Turner's legacy.  Also on the show: Katie Porter continues to embarrass herself on the California Gov. Debate stage, W...

Arriba! Besides naming what our favorite Mexican dishes and guilty pleasures are, the big story is Rep. Steve Cohen making his case as the most important politician to represent TN's 9th Congressional District, a position that may not exist anymore.  Also on the show: the polls are open in Shelby County, we discuss the legitimacy of Kamikaze Dolphins, Trump tells reporters Iran could have nuk...

It's the day of lightsabers, x-wings, Jar-Jar, and jawas! Happy Star Wars Day, we celebrate by giving you our rankings of all-time Star Wars movies, moments, and putting Producer Rivera to the test as we play Star Wars trivia. Does Rivera know Star Wars ball, or is he a fake nerd like the rest of 'em? Also on the show: Joy Reid is starting the "JD Vance is worse than Trump" campaign already, forme...

Iran, in the absence of its navy, is using WHAT wildlife in its unconventional arsenal?! What is your go-to creature to weaponize? Dale Jackson joins the Nation to recap redistricting and the third Trump assassination attempt.  The Kentucky Derby is nigh, who are some of the most promising horses on the ticket, and what exactly are the rules for "jockey-ing?"  See omnystudio.com/listener...

What constitutes a "fair fight" when it comes to the redistricting battle in Tennessee? Jasmine "Crockpot" thinks she's "one of the most powerful people in America?!" JP Morgan exec in hot water in wake of steamy sexual harassment charges lobbed against her!  Max the Producer is in for Josh Rivera to round out Apes in April with his own primate contributions.  Ron Hart joins the program...

The leader of a nonprofit in Memphis that collaborates with law enforcement to fight child abuse and human trafficking was discovered restrained on an island connected to Jeffrey Epstein. We Fight Monsters founder Benjamin Owen faces charges of trespassing but was he actually hogtied by a pregnant lady? Also on the show: Is Steve Cohen done in District 9? Trump also teases releasing the UFO Files,...