The Ann & Phelim Scoop

The New York Times has a new article that is raising questions about the accuracy and effectiveness of COVID testing.  Many are wondering if tests might be too sensitive and are leading to positive test results for people who have insignificant amounts of the virus and are likely not even contagious.  We go over what that might mean and how the New York Times is (as always) burying the l...

On Friday Governor Gavin Newsom announced that California won't be fully reopening until there is a vaccine for the coronavirus.  He rolled out his new plan to reopen some sectors of the economy and has announced that in an effort to create a 'new normal' - many sectors of the economy will not be fully reopening for quite some time.  Restaurants, bars, and gyms (among others) will not be...

A new article is linking "sociopathic traits" to non-mask wearers and others who refuse to comply with COVID rules.  On today's episode - we explore some notable politicians who might better fall into that category . . .  We also bring you some sad news from San Francisco where only 46% of businesses are estimated to reopen or continue operating.  And what does the media blame it on...

Let us begin by saying, we are not leaving California (for now), but we know so many folks who are.  We used to think the "exodus" from blue states to red states was a media myth - but not anymore.    We've lived in Los Angeles for years and are now watching our friends leave in droves.  We spent last weekend in Idaho with friends who are looking to relocate to the state and to...

New York has some of the most stringent quarantine laws in the country - but they're not for celebrities!  Ahead of MTV's Video Music Awards (VMAs) the state has decided to exempt all performers traveling to the event.  This includes major celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, Machine Gun Kelly and more.  But if you want to visit a relative in New York and neglect to quarantine -...

On today's episode we examine some data from our friend Justin Hart who illustrates just how much Americans overestimate their risk of the coronavirus.  You'll be shocked (but not surprised) by how dangerous Americans believe the virus to be!  We take a look at the fear versus the reality.  Also on today's episode we bring you another story of the hypocrisy of the elites.  This...

It seems like Gavin Newsom is determined to destroy every business in California.  After a massive data debacle and the abrupt departure of one of his top health officials - Gavin Newsom has managed to fumble the coronavirus mess again!  Now counties are starting to move off the "state watch list" and are eligible to reopen.  The only problem is - Newsom hasn't released new guidelin...

Everyone is talking about Joe Biden’s new VP candidate, Kamala Harris.  The media has painted her as a revolutionary moderate - but did you know that Kamala actually supports a ban on fracking?  Not only would this hurt hundreds of thousands of hard working Americans, it’s also not backed by science.  We explain Kamala’s anti-fracking position and how some in the media are trying to...

We hope you didn't have to watch the DNC Convention last night which was full of pandering from politicians who believed that they had the "secret sauce" of lockdowns and restrictions that stopped the coronavirus.  Most ridiculous by far was Governor "Hot Spot" Cuomo who continues to double down on his lie that he beat the coronarvirus despite over 32,000 New Yorkers dying from the virus. &nb...

The mainstream media is grasping at straws as their "lockdown forever" narrative continues to fall apart.  Today we bring you the latest story in a mainstream media giant that should have never been published.  It's another case of speculation driven journalism that is furthering the COVID fear and panic! Also on today's episode we bring you the latest on Governor Hot Spot Cuomo and the...

New York City was once the most magical and powerful city in the world.  Now it's an example of how restrictive and ultra-radical policies can destroy a vibrant city.  On today's episode we share some shocking stories from New York.  Whether it's the rapid collapse of luxury retail or the erosion of some of New York's most classic neighborhoods - it's no surprise that those who can...

Have you heard about the TikTok craze that has Generation Z hooked on the short video app?  Should TikTok be banned in the United States?  Should you let your own children and grandchildren use it? Joshua Philipp of the Epoch Times is a renowned China expert and he has the inside scoop on the controversial app.  You’ll love this informative episode! Many of you enjoyed last week’s t...

Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse in California, Gavin Newsom and his band of merry lockdowners have done it again.  After a massive mismanagement of COVID data, one of the state's leading experts on COVID-19 has resigned.  Newsom has also announced that the state will be unable to pay out full unemployment benefits that were decided by the Trump administration over the wee...

We are so happy to welcome our friend and COVID-19 data expert Justin Hart back on the show!  On today's episode we discuss the race to herd immunity and how the United States must work to achieve herd immunity instead of implementing new stringent lockdown measures.  Even Governor Andrew "Hot Spot" Cuomo is opening schools in New York because he believes the virus has run its course in...

The New York Times is absolutely out of control -- and no one is fact checking their lies.  Today we dissect one of the most outrageous claims from "The Paper Of Record."  Is America really the worst modern country in the world in terms of containing COVID-19?  Is the virus overtaking our daily lives?  If you've been a loyal listener to the show -- you'll know the resounding an...

The Obama's never cease to amaze us!  After a massive deal with Spotify to create podcast content for their platform, the Obama's have released their first podcast.  A podcast all about Michelle!  And who did Michelle interview for her first big show?  Her husband, former President Barack Obama!     We listened to the show and we've pulled out the most hypocritic...

Just when you thought the pandemic and the lockdowns were almost over, countries throughout the world who were praised for taking stringent action against the coronavirus are now seeing new virus spikes.  In Victoria, the second most populous state in Australia, a stringent new lockdown has been implemented that nearly prohibits leaving one's home for nonessential activities.  Additional...

You can't go to church and you can't have a funeral for your loved one . . . but politicians can!  The late Representative John Lewis' funeral was a shocking display of how the left will break their own rules and edicts when it is convenient for them.  Packed pictures of the funeral showed little to no social distancing and D.C.'s Mayor Muriel Bowser even made quarantine exceptions for f...

Jake Tapper is one of CNN's most praised anchors and a very vocal liberal activist on Twitter.  On today's episode we take a look at one of his early COVID tweets from back in February where he promotes some OUTRAGEOUS COVID statistics that show he and Dr. Fauci are not the most credible pandemic experts.  We also bring you a heartbreaking story from our friends over at Lockdown Skeptics...

You’re probably familiar with sex trafficking which has been publicized in the mainstream media as a widespread horror that traffics thousands of women and young girls into sex slavery.  It’s an issue that the right and left have “joined forces” to combat and have raised millions of dollars to combat.    Well.  We are skeptical.     And upon further examination o...

Forced quarantine.  Mandatory testing.  Changed locks.  One California apartment complex has recently lifted their China-Style lockdown that imprisoned nearly 80 residents.  You won't believe this story coming out of Ventura County, California that sounds like it should be taking place in Wuhan! Governor "Hot Spot" Cuomo is at it again.  After praising the thousands of Bla...

Our good friend John Waters made a splash last week with his viral video exposing the lunacy behind the cult-like mask wearing that has taken over the world.  The video was retweeted by James Woods and many others and has created quite the splash!  We speak with John about the video and why he believes that there's much more to the cultural push behind mask wearing than you might think....

Never let a crisis go to waste!  Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has a new list of demands for the federal government to account of LA's massive budget shortfall due to the pandemic.  Los Angeles, like most of California, is still in lockdown.  Garcetti's city also is now considered one of the biggest hot spots in the country for coronavirus.  The Mayor's wish list is long and...

It’s week 18 of the “two week” pandemic lockdown and it’s nearly August!  Kids should be thinking about going back to school but in a lot of the country they won’t be.  In California, Governor Gavin Newsom has made it nearly impossible for students to return to in person classes and in Los Angeles nearly 33% (one THIRD) of all students never logged on to an online class.    Wat...

Are you tired of the Cuomo's yet?  We are!  But their hypocrisy just keeps getting more and more outlandish by the day.  In the latest Cuomo scandal, Chris Cuomo's wife, Cristina, was caught exercising indoors at a Jimmy Choo store, in close quarters with no masks!  These people who make the rules and shame others for not following them, don't follow the rules themselves. ...