NEWSGIRLS

In this episode, the Newsgirls dive into the inner working of encrypted apps and why they’re not approved for government use. They speak to an encrypted app founder to learn if it was Signal or human error to blame for The Atlantic leak.  Then, would you pay $200,000 to cheat death? Wren & Mabel speak to the founder of a tech startup that cryo preserves dead bodies and claims his company can o...

In this episode, the Newsgirls interview CNN’s award-winning Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward! They talk to her about her dangerous assignments in Ukraine and Gaza, what she’s learned about war and the human experience, and how to stay sane during these crazy news cycles.  Then Wren & Mabel watch Disney’s controversial Snow White that just hit theatres. They give you their hones...

In this episode, a look into all the new ways states are carrying out the death penalty. Hear from the head of the Death Penalty Information Center on why some call these methods unconstitutional, the high botched rates of lethal injection, and what to expect from the Trump administration.  Then Wren & Mabel expose the unintended consequences of Trump’s mass firings– like slower shipping times...

In this episode, investigate the mysterious death of OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji. The police ruled it a suicide, but the Newsgirls speak to his parents who insist he was murdered in cold blood. They unpack all the evidence and OpenAI’s possible motive…  It’s the eggpocalypse!! From waiting in hour-long lines to smuggling eggs across the border, Americans are getting desperate. Wren & Ma...

In this episode, the Newsgirls ask WTF is going on with the Trump administration?! From immigration gold cards to 150 year-olds getting Social Security payments to shutting down Pride clubs at schools, is it all rage bait or serious policy?  Then, Wren & Mabel take you behind the scenes of the Vatican as the pope fights for his life. They speak to an expert about Pope Francis’s legacy, top can...

In this episode, investigate the drastic actions countries around the world are taking to incentivize having kids–including the US’s controversial Natal Con! Should we buy into all this concern about falling birthrates?  Then Wren & Mabel take a look at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s latest endeavor, With Love, Meghan coming out on Netflix next week! They speak to TikTok’s #1 royal commentat...

In this episode, meet one of the nation’s top space lawyers! He takes us behind the scenes at Space Force and their classified projects- Moon mining? Nukes in space? Alien encounters?  Then Wren & Mabel continue examining all the ways President Trump is overstepping executive power. From asking Ukraine for 50% of their mineral reserve to taking down medical research to sending migrants to Guan...

In this episode, all the ways President Trump is overstepping executive power and the ramifications. From deporting protesters to sharing your bank account information, a lot of what Trump’s doing is *gavel sound* illegal.  Then Wren & Mabel get to know a girl’s new best friend, lab-grown diamonds! They’re cheaper, more sustainable, and perfect quality--are they too good to be true? Finally, t...

In this episode, hear from a New York Times media reporter about all the disruptions in the journalism industry and how President Trump is changing the media landscape. His lawsuit against 60 Minutes? Major overhaul at the Washington Post? Post election ratings? Then Wren & Mabel unveil a brand new segment- The Not Awful News Roundup! From QR codes on bees and addiction-free pain medication to...

In this episode, let's get into President Trump’s (weak) new ethics pledge. From new international development to his own crypto and merch, how is he going to avoid conflicts of interest for the next 4 years?  Then Wren & Mabel expose which of your favorite influencers are actually AI! Hear from one of the biggest AI modeling agencies in the business.  Finally, the Newsgirls watch Emilia Pérez...

In this episode, kick off President Trump’s second term! We’re giving you a rundown of everything he’s done so far- from starting ICE deportation raids to renaming the Gulf of America to firing all DEI employees. And what’s going on with TikTok hiding anti-Trump content?  Then Wren & Mabel dive into the shadowy world of Hollywood’s crisis PR teams, allegedly orchestrating smear campaigns. A cr...

In this episode, go behind the scenes of a groundbreaking criminal trial: the first time virtual reality has been used in a US court. The defense attorney walks us through the animation that was put in front of the judge and how this technology will change the legal system.  Then Wren & Mabel explore why interest in the radical feminist, South Korean 4B movement spiked in the US after Trump’s...

In this episode, catch up on all the political updates you might have missed over the holidays! From accusations of election inference to a MAGA civil war to Trump proposing U.S. expansion, Washington is in chaos. Then Wren & Mabel explore whether Apple is actually the privacy champion they claim to be, or if it’s a cop out on user safety. Does Siri secretly record your conversations? Why is A...

In this episode, a NEWSGIRLS original investigation into Mexican cartels hiding drugs on unsuspecting Americans crossing the border. These victims are called blind mules and cases have been increasing, even reaching the Supreme Court.  Then, Wren & Mabel tell you the story of a battle over the most valuable shipwreck in history and why several different countries and groups think they have cla...

In this revisited episode of NEWSGIRLS, Wren & Mabel attempt the impossible- make healthcare interesting. But when you hear the details of Trump’s “concepts of a plan” test in Georgia and how they’re likely a preview of healthcare under a second Trump presidency, you’ll be hooked. Then the newsgirls take a break from politics to explore a plan to build a vault for animal DNA on the moon in cas...

In this episode, the Newsgirls get you in the holiday spirit! First, the inside scoop on the Color of the Year from the heads of the Pantone Color Institute. Then, everything you need to know about the luxury market before buying designer gifts this year- are they still worth the investment? Finally, fly into 2025 avoiding the airport meltdown. The Points Guy gives us their can’t miss travel tips!...

In this episode, the Newsgirls climb the world’s tallest mountain to join a team of mountaineering experts as they retrieve dead bodies and trash that litter Mount Everest. Hear from a major in the Nepali military who oversaw the dangerous clean-up efforts. Then Wren & Mabel investigate why vaccine rates are dropping around the country and if there’s cause for concern. How will HHS Secretary n...

In this episode, the Newsgirls get to the bottom of the far right surge in Europe and why GenZ is surprisingly a driving force. Are the extremist narratives about immigrants true or just fear-mongering?  Then Wren & Mabel shrink down to particle size and trace the trajectory of microplastics to clouds, the human brain, and dolphin breath. You’ll want to throw away your plastic forks after this...

In this episode, a NEWSGIRLS original investigation into Mexican cartels hiding drugs on unsuspecting Americans crossing the border (00:49). These victims are called blind mules and cases have been increasing, even reaching the Supreme Court.  Then Wren & Mabel explore why millions of users are deactivating their X accounts and soaring into BlueSky (13:18). Is Elon Musk the “free speech absolu...

In this episode of NEWSGIRLS, the world primes itself for Donald Trump’s second term as president (00:44). From global leaders to activist groups, everyone is holding urgent meetings to prepare for what’s sure to be an unpredictable four years.  Then Wren & Mabel investigate the NFL’s most advanced and controversial helmets (14:09). It’s a timely discussion because of Tua Tagovailoa’s latest c...

In this episode of NEWSGIRLS, Wren & Mabel share their key takeaways from the outcome of the 2024 Presidential Election. How did we get here? And where are we going? CORRECTIONS- 2:01 "*HARRIS won new New Jersey by 4 points" 7:37 "Everyone thought the Latino/Hispanic vote would go to *HARRIS" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...

In this episode of NEWSGIRLS, Wren & Mabel step into the dark, chaotic world of political AI (00:37). They investigate how election deniers and disruptors use unregulated technology to challenge the democratic process.  Then the newsgirls take a break from politics to explore a plan to build a vault for animal DNA on the moon (12:35) in case they go extinct on Earth! They speak to the lead res...

In this episode of NEWSGIRLS, Wren & Mabel attempt the impossible- make healthcare interesting (00:42). But when you hear the details of Trump’s “concepts of a plan” test in Georgia, and how they’re likely a preview of healthcare under a second Trump presidency, you’ll be hooked.  Then the newsgirls share their story of getting banned for talking about politics (10:16) and dive into Meta’s rec...

In the inaugural episode of NEWSGIRLS, Wren & Mabel dive into the Tenet Media scandal (00:38), a DOJ indictment of Russian-government actors who allegedly funded an American influencer network. The newsgirls bring you every salacious detail of the scheme, from the comically fake foreign backer to the disturbing content put out in the wake of a terrorist attack.  Then Wren & Mabel give you...