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The Daily Zeitgeist

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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,...

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The Last Trendation of Geist 4/22: CHCA, Dustin Milligan, Earth Day, OJ, Joel Embiid 22.04.2021 14:25

On this edition of The Last Trendation of Geist Jack and Miles discuss the Covid-19 Hate Crimes Act, Dustin Milligan being sweaty, today being Earth Day, OJ's Chauvin Trial Twitter take, and Joel Embiid's buzzer beater attempt. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oldster Fashion Takeover, The Oscars Gonna Be WEIRD 4.22.21 22.04.2021 1:05:47

In episode 893, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and Roy's Job Fair host Roy Wood Jr. to discuss reactions to the Derek Chauvin verdict, states criminalizing protest, Quibi's possible return, Natty Light's new ice pop, senior citizen style, the Oscar's 'contagion' theme, and more! FOOTNOTES: How Minneapolis police initially described George Floyd's murder G.O.P. Anti-Protester Bills Include I...

Evertrending Stories 4/21: California, Prince, Pete & Bas, Cruel Summer, Rusten Shesky, Vaccine Tax Incentives 21.04.2021 12:57

On this Evertrending Stories Jack and Miles discuss California's low COVID rates, Prince's death day, Pete & Bas taking over UK hip hop, the teen drama "Cruel Summer", Rusten Shesky returning to work with no disciplinary action, and Biden's tax incentives for Covid vaccines. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Trump 2024? Aliens Are Our Babysitter? 4.21.21 21.04.2021 1:14:33

In episode 892, Jack and Miles are joined by Me and Paranormal You host and CrystalEyes app co-founder Ryan Singer to discuss Trump very seriously considering a run in 2024, a study on how to get Trump voters to get vaccinated, the police figuring out how to deal with the Derek Chauvin verdict, Britney Spears' BLM instagram post, GOP's outrage over Maxine Waters words, UFOs, and more! FOOTNOTES: C...

GuilTDZ 4/20: Derek Chauvin 20.04.2021 15:21

On this edition of GuilTDZ Jack and Miles discuss the Guilty verdict on all 3 counts for Derek Chauvin. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How To Ruin The World’s Favorite Sport, 420 Buuuuuddy 4.20.21 20.04.2021 1:09:54

In episode 891, Jack and Miles are joined by writer Molly Lambert to discuss the six mass shootings over the weekend, the Chauvin trial, Florida's 'anti-riot' bill, the ESL destroying football, the new Roe v. Wade film, and more! FOOTNOTES: Deckheads: Chief Stews! on Twitch! Man arrested in connection with Wisconsin shooting that killed 3 people, injured 3 others, authorities say Shootings never s...

Trendan Frasier 4/19: The Bachelor, BTS, Super League, Morrisey, Skydiving 19.04.2021 21:52

On this edition of Trendan Frasier Jack and Miles are joined by super producer Anna Hossnieh to discuss "the Bachelor" news, McDonalds' "BTS" meal, the breakaway European Super League, Morrisey being butthurt with the Simpsons, and skydiving being dangerous? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Cops” Keep Us “Safe”, Guns = Poison 4.19.21 19.04.2021 1:01:55

In episode 890, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Caitlin Gill to discuss the police defending the shooting of Adam Toledo, thinking of guns like lead poisoning, how Netflix created binge watching, using junk food to promote vaccinations, and more! FOOTNOTES: Caitlin Gill's Guarantee Shirts! Chicago Police Union head calls Adam Toledo shooting 'justified,' says 'officer's actions actually hero...

Weekly Zeitgeist 171 (Best of 4/12/21-4/16/21) 18.04.2021 1:11:59

The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 180 (4/12/21-4/16/21.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

...And Treeeends 4/16: National Horny Day, MTG, Helen McCrory, FedEx, Kyle Rittenhouse, T-Rex, Grimes 16.04.2021 13:55

On this edition of ...And Treeeends Jack and Miles discuss National Horny Day, Marjorie Taylor Greene's "Anglo-Saxon" caucus, Helen McCrory passing away, the FedEx mass shooting, police donations to Kyle Rittenhouse, how many T-Rex there might have been, and Grimes' new tattoo. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Chauvin’s Offensive Defense, “reparations” 4.16.21 16.04.2021 1:13:39

In episode 859, Jack and Miles are joined by Bald Talk's Brian Huskey to discuss the Chauvin defense, the house pushing through legislation for reparations, the Republicans reaction to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, and more! FOOTNOTES: Derek Chauvin’s Legal Defense Is Flimsy Courtroom Whataboutism In Historic Move, House Panel Advances Reparations Legislation to Study Impact of Slavery and Ra...

Trendia Arie 4/15: Disneyland, Supreme Court, NBA, Adam Toledo, A-Rod/J-Lo 15.04.2021 23:53

On this edition of Trendia Arie Jack and Miles discuss Disneyland reopening, the Supreme Court expansion bill, NBA news, the Adam Toledo video, and A-Rod/J-Lo have broken up. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anti-Trans Evil, Fast 9 AKA Wild Speed Jet Break 4.15.21 15.04.2021 1:12:07

In episode 858, Jack and Miles are joined by Sparkleside Chats with Magical Girl Ayu 's Ayumi Shinozaki to discuss forging vaccine passports, anti-trans bills in Texas and more, Colton Underwood, the new Fast 9 trailer, the scam that is White Claw, and more! FOOTNOTES: Ayumi's Print Shop I Forged New York’s Digital Vaccine Passport in 11 Minutes Flat Introducing bills like this serves a purpose ev...

Geist & Dolls 4/14: Bernie Madoff, Nomadland, Kim Potter, A-Rod, Texas, Eric Adams 14.04.2021 21:37

On this edition of Geist & Dolls Jack and Miles discuss Bernie Madoff passing away, Nomadland's Amazon controversy, Kim Potter's manslaughter charges, Anthony Edwards not knowing who A-Rod is, Texas' rolling blackouts, and Eric Adams' absurd video. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

cOrPoRaTe oVeRrEaCh, Tasers = Always Racist 4.14.21 14.04.2021 1:13:46

In episode 857, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and Couples Therapy co-host Andy Beckerman to discuss the GOP flip-flopping on corporations, the history of the taser in the context of racial oppression, Biden's unnecessary thoughts on looting, Usher bucks, and more! FOOTNOTES: Conservatives: When We Said Corporations Are People, We Didn’t Mean They Could Disagree With Us Black people 'three...

Zeity Tighty, Trendy Loosey 4/13: J&J, Jaleel White, NBA, Arclight 13.04.2021 17:54

On this edition of Zeity Tighty, Trendy Loosey Jack and Miles discuss the Johnson & Johnson vaccine being paused, Jaleel White starting his own weed brand "Purple Urkle", NBA news, and the Arclight / Pacific Theater chains are closing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cops Don’t Need RIGHTS, Cycling Saves 4.13.21 13.04.2021 1:12:27

In episode 856, Jack and Miles are joined by American Hysteria's Chelsey Weber-Smith to discuss the killing of Daunte Wright by Minneapolis police, Maryland's sweeping police reform, the police bill of rights, Michigan's covid numbers, France banning short flights, and more! FOOTNOES: Police Chief Claims Cop Who Killed Minnesota Black Man Accidentally Fired Gun Instead of Taser Maryland Passes Swe...

Ay, Don't I Got Zeits? 4/12: Stallone, Ted Nugent, Minnesota, Macaulay Culkin x Brenda Song, NBA, Hideki Matsuyama, Kid Cudi 12.04.2021 20:12

On this edition of Ay, Don't I Got Zeits? Jack and Miles discuss Stallone joining Mar-a-Lago, and not joining Creed III cast, Ted Nugent's Facebook Live video, the latest Minnesota Police shooting, Macaulay Culkin/Brenda Song's first child, NBA news, Hideki Matsuyama winning the Masters, and Kid Cudi's SNL performance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See om...

Venmo Money Venmo Problems, Prime Union Busting 4.12.21 12.04.2021 1:11:18

In episode 855, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Fizaa Dosani to discuss how to convince Republicans to get vaccinated, more Matt Gaetz updates, the capital police investigation, Amazon workers voting on unions, and more! FOOTNOTES: America may be close to hitting a vaccine wall Gaetz Paid Accused Sex Trafficker, Who Then Venmo’d Teen Nameless Mass Of Women From Gaetz’s Office Vouch For His P...

Weekly Zeitgeist 170 (Best of 4/5/21-4/9/21) 11.04.2021 56:47

The weekly round up of the best moments from DZ's Season 179 (4/5/21-4/9/21.) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Twizeit Saga starring Kristrend Stewart 4/9: DMX, Prince Philip, Volcano, Tiger Woods 09.04.2021 15:19

On this edition of The Twizeit Saga starring Kristrend Stewart Jack and Miles discuss DMX and Prince Philip passing away, the Carribean volcanic eruption, and the Tiger Woods car accident. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President The Rock, G(rift)OP 4.9.21 09.04.2021 1:12:08

In episode 854, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Pallavi Gunalan to discuss ending qualified immunity, a round up of GOP denials, Trump's fundraising scams, what celebrities Americans want as their president, the fifth force, the number of billionaires spiking along with extreme income inequality, toxic positivity, and more! FOOTNOTES: Ending Qualified Immunity Once and For All is the Next St...

Zeity Zeity Boss Trends 4/8: Derek Chauvin, South Carolina, Outkast v Beatles, Sony x Netflix 08.04.2021 14:52

On this edition of Zeity Zeity Boss Trends Jack and Miles discuss the Derek Chauvin trial, the South Carolina mass shooting, Outkast > Beatles, and Sony signing with Netflix. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hygiene Theater, The Next Pandemic? 4.8.21 08.04.2021 1:10:53

In episode 853, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Steven Wilber to discuss hygiene theater, Canada's vaccine roll out, Matt Gaetz asking Trump for a pardon, the ketchup shortage, tips for getting vaccinated, how movies are doing in theaters versus on streaming, and more! FOOTNOTES: End the hygiene theater, CDC says Canada surpasses 1 million confirmed COVID-19 cases since start of pandemic Can...

Trenderbolts of Zeitning, Very, Very Frightening Me! 4/7: Scott Rudin, Shaq, Jordan Peterson, Amy Poehler, DoorDash 07.04.2021 13:00

On this edition of Trenderbolts of Zeitning, Very, Very Frightening Me Jack and Miles discuss Scott Rudin being a 'monster', Shaq doing a good deed, Jordan Peterson being butthurt, Amy Poehler’s false fluids, and DoorDash workers gaming the algorithm. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.