The TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan

On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today: Manila returns! Four gold miners trapped deep inside a flooded cave in Laos pull off an incredible self-rescue after nearly two weeks underground. We'll have the latest on the dramatic escape and the ongoing search for the two miners still missing. Then, is JD Vance really Donald Trump's heir apparent? A new report suggests Trump may not be read...

What do a California escort manslaughter case, an aggressive New Jersey beaver, and collapsing birth rates around the world have in common? Absolutely nothing—which is exactly why this episode of The TMI Show is so much fun. Ted Rall and Robby West break down a bizarre California court case involving an OnlyFans creator and the death of a client, a shocking beaver attack in New Jersey, and a serio...

• Woman ticketed for phone in missing hand
A Florida deputy issues a citation to a driver for holding a phone in her right hand—despite the woman having no right hand. • Thai police dress in drag for dramatic drug bust
A squad of Thai officers, including five men in sequined dresses, pose as a female dance troupe at a Lopburi street festival to apprehend a suspected methamphetamine smuggler. • Eld...

In this urgent episode of The TMI Show, hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan confront the stark reality of New Orleans sinking into the Gulf of Mexico. A new expert analysis warns that coastal Louisiana has crossed the point of no return, with sea levels potentially rising 10 to 23 feet and surrounding the city by ocean as early as this century. Plus: • Arts Engagement Slows Biological Aging: Regular pa...

Men Prioritizing Balanced Lives: Husbands cut work time and expand housework, viewing parenting as intensive teamwork rather than sole financial burden. Billy Joel Rejects Unauthorized Biopic: The Piano Man star condemns “Billy & Me,” denying life rights and music usage while producers claim an origin story focused on early manager Irwin Mazur and bandmate Jon Small. T. Rex Tiny Arms Explained...

The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis of today’s most pressing stories with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan. A groundbreaking study highlights rapid relief from suicidal thoughts through a ketamine infusion followed by low-dose buprenorphine, offering new hope for patients with major depressive disorder who cannot wait weeks for traditional treatments. Florida Highway Patrol troopers pursue a Lexus...

• Biblical Eating Trend Explodes
Kayla Bundy leads the movement with TikTok tips and an eight-year commitment to scripture-based foods. Other promoters like dietitian Abbie Stasior and mom Annalies Xaviera emphasize unprocessed, local ingredients paired with prayer and Bible verses. • Japanese Maid Cafes Go Mainstream
Maid cafes evolve from Akihabara niche spots into family-friendly theme parks at...

Harris Brainstorms for 2026: Former Vice President Kamala Harris calls for bold Democratic reforms including Supreme Court expansion and ethics rules during a Win with Black Women podcast. She pushes conversations on Electoral College reform and statehood for D.C. and Puerto Rico. Troy Camera Controversy: Residents and officials battle over Flock Safety AI license plate readers installed without f...

Ted Rall and Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) tackle outrageous and serious stories on The TMI Show. A quirky British strongman claims world-first status by towing a two-ton French police car 40 meters with his penis while set on fire. Plus: • Punk Ghost Busted: Detroit fugitive Richard Werstine is arrested in Panama after 31 years on the run for the 1993 murder of punk rock singer Rodney “...

South Florida police officers are suing Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s production company over the action thriller “The Rip,” alleging the film incorporates excessive real-life details from a 2016 drug-money seizure case that damage their reputations. • Drunk Wildlife on French Roads
: French police are warning drivers about inebriated deer and other animals consuming fermented fruits and behaving u...

Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan dive deep into pressing tech controversies reshaping childhood, accountability, and regulation. • AI Toys Targeting Kids
Manufacturers market unregulated AI plush toys and robots to children as young as three, with over 1,500 companies in China by late 2025. Consumer advocates demand stricter rules after tests show devices suggesting dangerous ac...

Thickness matters! Researchers demonstrate how the Universe’s fundamental physical constants occupy an extraordinarily narrow window that permits liquids to maintain viscosities essential for life. Their study, building on prior viscosity research, reveals that even small shifts in constants like the Planck constant or electron charge would render water, blood, and cellular fluids too thick or too...

Central California peach farmers prepare to destroy 420,000 trees after Del Monte Foods closes its canneries following Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s exit leaves multigenerational family farms without buyers for their crops, threatening $550 million in lost revenue and hundreds of jobs. Plus: • Rectal Exam Halts Heart Palpitations: A 29-year-old Queens man experiencing 140 bpm atrial fibrill...

• California Escort Manslaughter Case: Michaela Rylaarsdam admits responsibility in the death of client Michael Dale during an extreme bondage session at his Escondido home. • New Jersey Beaver Mauls Child: An 8-year-old boy fishing in New Jersey suffers bites to his upper thigh after a beaver charges from the water. A bystander intervenes by hitting and kicking the animal, which showed signs of i...

Join “The TMI Show” as hosts Ted Rall and producer Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) dive into today’s most compelling stories, blending sharp analysis with urgent public interest. • Boston Bakery Mascot Hunt
: Flour Bakery rallies the community to locate “Swirly” after possible sightings suggest the oversized cone sits confused in a local dorm. The owners promise pastries and gratitude to a...

The Education Department’s civil rights office launches a formal investigation into Smith College for violating Title IX by admitting transgender women and granting them access to women’s bathrooms, locker rooms, dormitories, and sports. Officials argue that allowing biological males into single-sex women’s spaces undermines the college’s mission and raises serious concerns about privacy and fairn...

India wants to deploy crocodiles and venomous snakes along its Bangladesh border where fencing proves impossible. Human rights activists and wildlife experts condemn the proposal as cruel, dehumanizing, and ecologically reckless, warning that released predators cannot distinguish between migrants and locals while risking ecosystem disruption and community safety through flooding. Plus: In Wisconsi...

A Texas court rules in favor of Ben Gawiser, awarding him $10,600 after he sues Tesla for failing to deliver on autonomous driving claims made since 2016. Plus: High-Deductible Health Plans Surge: Republicans reduce Obamacare subsidies, prompting hundreds of thousands to choose cheaper plans with thousands in out-of-pocket costs before coverage kicks in. Pharos Lighthouse Artifacts Rise: Archaeolo...

Tensions escalate as authorities confront antisemitic violence, environmental catastrophe, and high-stakes tech battles. London Antisemitic Stabbing Attack: Police charge 45-year-old Essa Suleiman with two counts of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article. The Somalia-born British citizen, previously jailed for stabbing a police officer and his dog in 2008, faces questions over his 202...

LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime: The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis as James B. Comey faces fresh federal charges. A North Carolina grand jury indicts the former FBI director for allegedly threatening President Trump through a 2024 Instagram post of seashells arranged to spell “86 47.” Prosecutors interpret the slang “86” as a call to remove or kill the 47th president, while Comey mai...

Tune in as The TMI Show delivers hard-hitting analysis of the explosive new allegations emerging from Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. Investigators and victims continue uncovering harrowing details of systemic abuse at the remote New Mexico property. Lawmakers push for full probes while survivors recount drugging, assaults, and cover-ups that shock the conscience. Fresh reports highlight patterns o...

LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime: The Supreme Court hears arguments on geofencing, a controversial law enforcement tool enabling police to draw virtual boundaries around crime scenes and compel tech companies to reveal smartphone location data from thousands of users. The case centers on Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches, pitting privacy advocates against law enf...

The TMI Show delivers sharp, unfiltered coverage of major breaking stories shaping politics, environment, and public health. Hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan cut through the spin with serious analysis on accountability, crises, and societal shifts. They examine high-stakes military operations, ecological emergencies, and alarming health trends affecting Americans today. Robby West fills in for Manil...

Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan tackle today’s most pressing stories with sharp analysis and unfiltered insight. Robby West fills in for Manila. The episode dives deep into breaking developments shaking families, climate patterns, and global alliances. • IVF Embryo Mix-Up Resolution A Florida couple suing over an IVF embryo mix-up confirms the biological parents of their baby t...

Japan scraps restrictions on lethal weapons exports, marking its biggest shift from postwar pacifism in decades. The government now allows sales of missiles, warships, fighter jets, and other military systems to partner nations. This change responds to rising tensions with China and North Korea, aiming to bolster Japan's defense industry. US, Philippines, and Germany welcome the move, but China cr...