The Daily Zeitgeist podcast

The Daily Zeitgeist

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, to help you find the signal in the noise, with a few laughs thrown in for free.

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, to help you find the signal in the noise, with a few laughs thrown in for free.

 

#3433

MJGMB #149: Breaking News from the Valley of the Sun with Gerald Bourguet

Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by lead NBA writer and podcaster for GoP-H-N-X.com [Gerald Bourguet] (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgophnx.com%2Fjimmy-butler-trades-phoenix-suns-trades-nick-richards%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C90ba45d91b724c260ef808dd3a8c6d67%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638731096976254308%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UChEIV70dpdQK1SvocAOt79QpI8yVQx4hda4TzC2RA8%3D&reserved=0) for today's episode. The trio discussed which Western Conference teams need to consider making a big move ahead of the deadline and were happy to be interrupted by breaking news regarding a Phoenix Suns deal with the Utah Jazz that netted them additional draft picks to work with in any potential deals! See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

4 hrs Ago

45 MINS

45:43

4 hrs Ago


#3432

Full Nazi, Scary Executive Order Fantasy Draft 01.22.25

In episode 1802, Jack and guest co-host [Pallavi Gunalan] (https://bsky.app/profile/pallavi.bsky.social) are joined by co-host of [This Day In Esoteric Political History] (https://www.radiotopia.fm/podcasts/thisday) and lead producer on [The Puzzler] (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-puzzler-with-aj-jacob-114688861/) , [Jody Avirgan] (https://www.jodyavirgan.com/) , to discuss… Trump Executive Orders, Elon Musk Fully a Nazi Now? Everyone Is Finally Realizing That The ADL Is Trash, New Research Sheds Light On Why People (And Primates) Pee In Groups and more! 1-- [Trump Executive Orders] (https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/01/21/us/trump-executive-orders-news) 2-- [Elon Musk Fully a Nazi Now?] (https://newrepublic.com/post/190464/did-elon-musk-nazi-salute-trump-inauguration) 3-- [Right-Wing Extremists Are Abuzz Over Musk’s Straight-Arm Salute] (https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/elon-musk-salute-reaction-right-wing-extremists-1235241866/) 4-- [Everyone Is Finally Realizing That The ADL Is Trash] (https://www.rawstory.com/elon-musk-salute/) 5-- [ADL's Statement on Elon's "Awkward Gesture"] (https://x.com/ADL/status/1881474892022919403) 6-- [The ADL Goes Full Bully] (https://www.thenation.com/article/activism/adl-greenblatt-extremist/) 7-- [Israel Security Forces Are Training American Cops Despite History of Rights Abuses] (https://theintercept.com/2017/09/15/police-israel-cops-training-adl-human-rights-abuses-dc-washington/) 8-- [Jonathan Greenblatt’s racist keffiyeh smear is another chapter in the ADL’s war on Palestinians] (https://mondoweiss.net/2024/04/jonathan-greenblatts-racist-keffiyeh-smear-is-another-chapter-in-the-adls-war-on-palestinians/) 9-- [Let’s Call the ADL What It Is: an Ally of Fascists] (https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/adl-trump-rally-fascism/) 10- [New Research Sheds Light On Why People (And Primates) Pee In Groups] (https://gizmodo.com/peeing-can-be-contagious-for-both-people-and-chimps-2000551981) 11- [Is peeing contagious, like yawning? Scientists studying chimps may have the answer] (https://nypost.com/2025/01/21/science/is-peeing-contagious-like-yawning-scientists-studying-chimps-may-have-the-answer/) L.A. Wildfire Relief: 1--DONATE: [Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) 2-- [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ) 3-- [Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview) LISTEN: [It's Not Easy by Ofege] (https://open.spotify.com/track/2pm72A1aBHKwqr05xaDW8h?autoplay=true) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

8 hrs Ago

1 HR 01 MINS

1:01:45

8 hrs Ago


#3431

Tell 'Em Trendrick Did It 1/21: Trump, TikTok, Biden, US Blizzard

In this edition of Tell 'Em Trendrick Did It, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss their respective weekends, Trump's inauguration, the TikTok "ban"/publicity stunt, the Biden administration's Gaza apathy, an incipient southern US blizzard and much more! WATCH: [Mitchell and Webb: "Are we the baddies?"] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToKcmnrE5oY) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

22 hrs Ago

51 MINS

51:43

22 hrs Ago


#3430

Weekly Zeitgeist 354 (Best of 1/13/24-1/17/24)

The weeky round-up of the best moments fron DZ's season 371 (1/13/24-1/17/24) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

19 Jan 2025

49 MINS

49:12

19 Jan 2025


#3429

China Loves Luigi, David Lynch's Pocket Full of M&M's 01.17.25

In episode 1801, Jack and guest co-host [Caitlin Durante] (https://caitlindurante.com/) are joined by musician, comedian, author of [The Advice King Anthology] (https://www.vanderbiltuniversitypress.com/9780826504630/the-advice-king-anthology/) and host of [Cold Brew Got Me Like] (https://open.spotify.com/show/1yZO7dFZNfW6OYz97mldBb?si=dF9JnFSRRhGVKHFBWUIt9Q) , [Chris Crofton] (https://www.instagram.com/thecroftonshow/) , to discuss… R.I.P. David Lynch and more! 1-- [David Lynch, Auteur Drawn to the Dark and the Dreamlike, Dies at 78] (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/david-lynch-blue-velvet-mulholland-drive-1236110711/) L.A. Wildfire Relief: 1--DONATE: [Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) 2-- [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ) 3-- [Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview) LISTEN: [The Sun by Secret Night Gang] (https://open.spotify.com/track/22CuNnxkbwiTBgStVdsJfg) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

17 Jan 2025

56 MINS

56:46

17 Jan 2025


#3428

RIP DavTrend Lynch 1/16: Trump's Inauguration, Carrie Underwood, The Village People, PornHub, Drake/...

In this edition of RIP DavTrend Lynch, Jack and special guest co-host Caitlin Durante discuss Trump's Inauguration entertainment (feat. Carrie Underwood, Kid Rock and The Village People), the PornHub 'ban', Drake AKA Lawsuit Papi suing UMG for defamation and much more! DONATE: [Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory - Google Drive] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview) FUNDRAISER: [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ/auction/items/750066) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

22 MINS

22:52

16 Jan 2025


#3427

Ham Baby Traffic Jam, Jesus = New Robinhood 01.16.25

In episode 1800, Jack and co-host [Caitlin Durante] (https://caitlindurante.com/) are joined by comedian behind the stand-up special [Spiritually Filthy] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAP46Jsb5d0) , [Mort Burke] (https://www.instagram.com/mortburke/?hl=en) , to discuss… New Yorker Article On Ultra Processed Foods Suggests It’s Not the Processing... It’s The Calorie Density, Get Ready For A Whole Lot Of Unhinged Jesus Movies and more! 1-- [New Yorker Article on Ultra Processed Foods Suggests It’s Not the Processing... It’s The Calorie Density] (https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2024/01/13/why-is-the-american-diet-so-deadly) 2-- [“Residual Ham Material,” And Even More Evocative Phrases From USDA Inspections Of Boar’s Head Plants] (https://defector.com/residual-ham-material-usda-inspection-boars-head-plants) 3-- ['Star Wars' and MCU Stars Lead Charles Dickens' Time-Traveling Jesus Christ Movie Trailer] (https://movieweb.com/king-of-kings-oscar-isaac-movie-trailer/) 4-- [Angel Studios Acquires Animated Pic ‘The King Of Kings’ And Sets Pre-Easter Release; Watch The Teaser Trailer] (https://deadline.com/video/angel-studios-the-king-of-kings/) 5-- [Utah-based VidAngel settles $62 million copyright lawsuit with Hollywood studios] (https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/utah-based-vidangel-settles-62-million-copyright-lawsuit-with-hollywood-studios) 6-- [Light of the World] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33235979/) 7-- [“JESUS” film set to take on new animated format in 2025] (https://www.mnnonline.org/news/jesus-film-set-to-take-on-new-animated-format-in-2025/) 8-- [Exclusive: Terrence Malick’s Biblical Epic The Way of the Wind Aims for 2025 Premiere as First Story Details Arrive] (https://thefilmstage.com/exclusive-terrence-malicks-three-hour-biblical-epic-the-way-of-the-wind-aims-for-2025-premiere-as-first-story-details-arrive/) 9-- [Mark Rylance to play four versions of Satan for Terrence Malick] (https://www.theguardian.com/film/2019/sep/09/mark-rylance-satan-terrence-malick-geza-rohrig-matthias-schoenaerts-the-last-planet) 10- [Martin Scorsese’s Frank Sinatra Biopic and ‘Life of Jesus’ Postponed; New Filming Dates Unclear (EXCLUSIVE)] (https://variety.com/2024/film/news/martin-scorsese-jesus-christ-frank-sinatra-postponed-films-1236107109/) 11- [Mel Gibson Says ‘Passion of the Christ’ Sequel Will Journey to Hell: “It’s an Acid Trip”] (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/mel-gibson-passion-of-the-christ-sequel-update-1236106284/) 12- [Why is the latest Jesus movie about, uh, mixed martial arts?] (https://forward.com/culture/675139/jesus-mma-movie-muscular-christianity/) 13- [The Chosen, the Christian megahit about Jesus, explained] (https://www.vox.com/culture/23807450/what-is-the-chosen-series-why-so-popular-controversy) LISTEN: [CREEP feat. Mick Jenkins by ICECOLDBISHOP] (https://open.spotify.com/track/1fDDsWRqgM1UrNhwQhdTJy?autoplay=true) L.A. Wildfire Relief: 1--DONATE: [Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) 2-- [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ) 3-- [Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:48

16 Jan 2025


#3426

Newsferatu 1/15: NY's Congestion Pricing, Israel Ceasefire, 'Severance', Trump's Deportation Bill

In this edition of Newsferatu, Jack and special guest co-host Caitlin Durante discuss NY's congestion pricing working?, the Israel/Hamas ceasefire deal, the return of 'Severance', Trump's deportation bill and much more! See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

22 MINS

22:11

15 Jan 2025


#3425

MJGMB #148: For the Lakers, Harrison Faigen Inherits the Beef

Jack and Producer Jabari were pleased to be joined by SB Nation’s Harrison Faigen for today’s episode. The trio discussed the state of affairs with the Lakers and whether they should still be active ahead of the trade deadline. They also looked around the league and speculated on which teams may take a swing at Jimmy, Zach LaVine and others. DONATE: [Fundraiser by Britt Zahren : Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) [Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory - Google Drive] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview) FUNDRAISER: [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

43 MINS

43:38

15 Jan 2025


#3424

Celebrity Fire Idiots, The RedNote Takeover 01.15.25

In episode 1799, Jack and guest co-host [Andrew Ti] (https://bsky.app/profile/andrewti.bsky.social) are joined by comedian, [Pallavi Gunalan] (https://bsky.app/profile/pallavi.bsky.social) , to discuss… The Racist Politicization of the Wildfires Continues, RedNote Taking Over, Matt Gaetz Is Now An Ivermectin Pitchman, Other Impressive Acts of Buzz Marketing for Ivermectin: Mel Gibson Absolutely Flying on the Joe Rogan Podcast and more! 1-- [These Are The Prisoners California Uses to Fight Wildfires] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LzipRhzK1c) 2-- [Misinformation About the LA Fires Spreads Fast. Here’s How To Spot It] (https://www.kqed.org/news/12021954/misinformation-about-the-la-fires-spreads-fast-heres-how-to-spot-it) 3-- [29 arrested in Los Angeles-area fire zones, including burglary suspect "dressed like a fireman," sheriff says] (https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/more-than-20-arrested-palisades-eaton-fire-zones-looting-concerns-sheriff/) 4-- [Matt Gaetz’s Real Fate Is Somehow Worse Than I Could Have Imagined] (https://www.yahoo.com/news/knew-matt-gaetz-talk-show-104500198.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMTS4EbcgsZ9IeTAcp52ZluJ7aaN-24jiRMDcNpZRfuFzvMVswlAB8fYMCddbFel5O6Frsy1_ghdG_uTgGUwFvRgdogw1Eape1cO1qewmy3HusXJeJWyem3Uh1ROoId9pfqqZdm53kxMCzTEgI5sATBlj5ot3qi3IQUS97q7vKG5) 5-- ['Beyond parody': Internet ridicules 'grifter' Matt Gaetz as he hawks 'wonder drug'] (https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/celebrities/beyond-parody-internet-ridicules-grifter-matt-gaetz-as-he-hawks-wonder-drug/ar-BB1rhAoc) 6-- [Ivermectin advocate dies from horrifying side effects — and followers report 'severe' symptoms] (https://www.rawstory.com/ivermectin-2659588780/?utm_source=msn) 7-- [Other Impressive Acts of Buzz Marketing for Ivermectin: Mel Gibson Absolutely Flying on the Joe Rogan Podcast] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3z-41-50qc) LISTEN: [No Gimmicks by Suspect OTB] (https://open.spotify.com/track/4o6XUd8hj7QVPuSX5aTLd5) L.A. Wildfire Relief: 1--DONATE: [Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) 2-- [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ) 3-- [Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pK5omSsD4KGhjEHCVgcVw-rd4FZP9haoijEx1mSAm5c/htmlview) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:58

15 Jan 2025


#3423

NosferaTrends 1/14: Jack Smith, Neil Gaiman, CES

In this edition of NosferaTrends, Jack and special guest co-host Andrew Ti discuss The Jack Smith Report Part 1 , Neil Gaiman: Sex Crim, the Consumer Electronics Show (and how it's basically a scam) and much more! DONATE: [Fundraiser by Britt Zahren : Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) FUNDRAISER: [Zeitgang Lightsaber Auction and Fundraiser] (https://givebutter.com/c/5xPJhJ) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

14 Jan 2025

28 MINS

28:42

14 Jan 2025


#3422

Banished Words, Spring Equinox > New Years Day 01.14.25

In episode 1798, Jack and guest co-host [Blake Wexler] (https://www.blakewexler.com/) are joined by host of [White Homework] (https://www.irreverent.fm/show/white-homework/) and [Go Home Bible, You're Drunk] (https://www.irreverent.fm/show/go-home-bible-youre-drunk/) , [Tori Williams Douglass] (https://www.instagram.com/toriglass/?hl=en) , to discuss… Pete Hegseth Confirmation Hearing, Bad Weekend To Be In The Trump Prosecuting Business, Lake Superior State University releases Words to Retire and more! 1-- [Pete Hegseth Confirmation Hearing] (https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/01/13/pete-hegseth-confirmation-secretary-defense-allegations/) 2-- [Trump avoids prison sentence, fines in felony hush-money case] (https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/donald-trump-criminal-sentence-hush-money-new-york-1.7427445) 3-- [Trump says he would fire ‘mean’ special counsel Jack Smith ‘within seconds’ of taking office] (https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-fire-jack-smith-charges-b2635037.html) 4-- [Jack Smith resigns from Justice Department] (https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgy0360nd6o) 5-- [DOJ continues to press for release of Jack Smith's report on Trump investigations] (https://abcnews.go.com/US/judge-orders-doj-respond-trump-defendants-allegations-smith/story?id=117585664) 6-- [Merrick Garland offered easy path to release Jack Smith's Mar-a-Lago report immediately] (https://www.rawstory.com/garland-mar-a-lago-report/) 7-- [Lake Superior State University releases Words to Retire] (https://www.lssu.edu/resources/about-lssu/traditions/banishedwords/) DONATE: [Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) LISTEN: [Three Eyes Open by Greentea Peng] (https://open.spotify.com/track/2AluGsCPJIMvrDkeAkNsea?autoplay=true) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

14 Jan 2025

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:02

14 Jan 2025


#3421

Male PaTrend Baldness 1.13.25: L.A. Wildfires, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Dunkin Donuts, Robbie William...

In this edition of Male PaTrend Baldness, Jack and special guest co-host Blake Wexler discuss the L.A. wildfires, Loser Of The Week: Marjorie Taylor Greene, Dunkin Donuts running out of donuts, Robbie Williams' "Better Man" doc flopping hard at the box office and much more! DONATE: [Support the Kaller/Gray Family's Recovery] (https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-kaller-grey-familys-recovery) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

57 MINS

57:02

13 Jan 2025