The Daily Zeitgeist podcast artwork

PODCAST · news

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.

  1. 1000

    Dead On Mt. Trendverest 5/14: Todd Gray

    In this very special edition of the show, Jack and Miles are joined by Miles' dad/artist Todd Gray to discuss his work and influences! TODD GRAY LACMA Opens With New Commission by Todd Gray — TODD GRAY See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 999

    True Crime Whoopsee, KKK Popout Continued 05.14.26

    In episode 2058, Jack and Miles are joined by actor, comedian, writer, pop culture expert, and host of TV, I Say with Ashley Ray, Ashley Ray, to discuss… The KKK Pop Out Continues…, ALEX MURDERAAAUGH, Ivermectin Sales Are Booming, Thanks To Mel Gibson And The GOP and more! GOP Rep. Jen Kiggans says she agrees that Hakeem Jeffries has “cotton-picking hands” Reporter: "Do you have any more to say after agreeing with racist comments made by a radio host?" Kiggans: "..." Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions Amid Hantavirus Panic, the Ivermectin Super Fans Are Back 'Should work': Texas doc sells horse dewormer for hantavirus despite COVID-19 reprimand Can ivermectin cure hantavirus? Controversial Covid treatment touted for rat disease outbreak More Cancer Patients Are Taking Ivermectin. Mel Gibson and Joe Rogan Might Be Why. Mel Gibson Drops Two Medical Bombshells on the Joe Rogan Podcast Ivermectin is making a post-pandemic comeback, among cancer patients Under Florida bill, controversial drug ivermectin could be sold over the counter Utah bill would allow pharmacies to dispense ivermectin Over-the-counter ivermectin sales proposed in Georgia Oklahoma lawmakers want to make dewormer drug ivermectin available over the counter 11 calls made to Oklahoma Center for Poison and Drug Information regarding Ivermectin Bill making ivermectin an over-the-counter drug signed by Gov. Greg Abbott Ivermectin could become available over the counter in Georgia despite concerns about potential harms River blindness treatment receives Nobel Prize Ivermectin was touted as a cure for COVID, now it’s being tested for cancer. But what can it actually treat? LISTEN: Crash Landing by Mary In The JunkyardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 998

    Trenderstellar 5/13: Trump, Mamdani Budget, 'Rush Hour 4', ICE, Nebraska Senate Race, Cruise Ships

    Trump not giving af about US financial woes, Iran regaining control of most of their arsenal, Mamdani balancing NY's budget, Trump's "historic Rush Hour 4 location scouting", 90% of ICE's arrests being illegal, an update on that Nebraska Senate race, cruise ships having a rough time rn and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 997

    Teenage Spermland, President Baby’s Toxic Sandbox 05.13.26

    In episode 2057, Jack and Miles are joined by co-host of Pod Yourself A Gun & Mad Yourself A Man, Vince Mancini, to discuss… RFK Jr. Is Concerned About Teenagers’ Sperm, Stephen Miller In Tactical Retreat, Do We Really Need More Westworld? The White House Is Literally Toxic New Report Finds and more! RFK Jr: "In 1970, men had twice the sperm count as our teenagers do today" RFK Jr. Says Men in the '70s Had Twice as Much Sperm as Teenage Boys Today: 'Existential Crisis' Do teens today really have half as much sperm as men in the ‘70s? What docs say about RFK Jr.’s claims Trump has a proposal to expand fertility benefits. Here's how that would work White House Uses Absurd New Excuse for Trump, 79, Sleeping Trump touts accomplishment of protecting IVF, calls himself 'father of fertility' Stephen Miller’s Secret Plot to Cling on to Power David Koepp Redraws Michael Crichton’s ‘Westworld’ For Warner Bros Film Steven Spielberg Issues Timothée Chalamet Dig, Teases Western In Development & Upcoming ‘Disclosure Day,’ Gives His Take On Existence Of Alien Life At SXSW How Dare They Reboot Westworld Without Finishing the TV Series 8 Hilariously WTF Backstories Behind Your Favorite Shows The making of Jurassic Park Westworld (1973) 4K UHD Review Rubble from Trump ballroom dumped at DC golf course has toxic metals, data shows Republicans propose $1 billion in taxpayer dollars to secure Trump ballroom Trump Says His Ballroom Only Costs More Because It’s More Awesome White House project dumps dirt on local golf course Soil at D.C. Golf Course Where East Wing Debris Was Dumped Contains Toxic Metals Why is the White House carting dirt to a golf course? It’s a D.C. mystery My Quest to Find the East Wing Rubble Trump fundraiser shares plans for ‘Garden of Heroes,’ golf course as takeover looms Top Trump fundraiser enlisted in new nonprofit for president’s sculpture garden and golf course as legal challenges abound Lawsuit aims to halt Trump administration’s takeover of D.C. golf course Uncertainty Over D.C. Public Golf Courses After Lease Termination LISTEN: THESE DEEDS, FOR MY PLACE IN HELL by Camo ManeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 996

    Winner Winner Roast Dinner

    This week it’s VAR, the hardest Arsenal players and Real beef. Nothing else except tangents. That’s it. Listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 995

    Trendie Nights Babies 5/12: Trump Phone, Inflation, Nebraska Senate Race, Sean Duffy, Cole Allen

    In this edition of Boogie Nights Babies, Jack and Miles discuss the purely theoretical Trump phone, inflation continuing to go up, the sketchy Nebraska Senate race, Sean Duffy's 'Great American Road Trip', Cole Allen pleading not guilty and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 994

    Muffin But Net, James Cameron: Face Stealer 05.12.26

    In episode 2056, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and co-host of Ain't It Footy, Chris Martin, to discuss… World Cupdate, Face-Stealer James Cameron Hit With Lawsuit, Dua Lipa Sues Samsung Over TV Box and more! Southern Baptists of Texas offer tips for churches on how to evangelize World Cup fans. U.S. hotels say World Cup is ‘non-event’ so far Soaring World Cup ticket prices for players’ families and guests leave several FAs stunned James Cameron and Walt Disney Company Sued Over Unauthorized Use of Actress’ Likeness in ‘Avatar’ D’Avatar à Titanic : le grand James Cameron est dans le Art Club Q’ORIANKA KILCHER Lawsuit against James Cameron's Avatar Avatar Concept Designer Reveals the Secrets of the Na’Vi James Cameron and Walt Disney Company Sued Over Unauthorized Use of Actress’ Likeness in ‘Avatar’ All I See Is You and Q’orianka Kilcher: The Transcript ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ and the question of Indigenous representationby Avatar director James Cameron joins Amazon tribe's fight to halt giant dam Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes Did Nicolas Cage and Holly Hunter Appear on the Cover of a Serbian Biology Textbook? LISTEN: Sciallà by Nu GeneaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 993

    Boogie Nights Babies 5/11: Voting Rights Act, UFO Files, Trump's Golden Calf, Iran

    In this edition of Boogie Nights Babies, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, the south celebrating the death of the Voting Rights Act, Trump releasing the files… the UFO files, Trump's *not* golden calf statue, an update on Iran's latest peace proposal and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  9. 992

    Icon #22 - Anna Wintour: The Ice Queen of Fashion

    In this edition of The Iconograph, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Mano Agapion to talk about the fashion icon who, paradoxically, has not altered her look in decades:Anna Wintour! They'll explore her nepo-baby beginnings, mono-maniacal focus on becoming the editor of Vogue, and that truly iconic haircut!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  10. 991

    Weekly Zeitgeist 430 (Best of 5/4/26-5/8/26)

    The weekly round-up of the best moments from season 437 (5/4/26-5/8/26)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  11. 990

    Whisky D***khead, Travolta’s Hot Mom 05.08.26

    In episode 2055, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and host of Everybody Knows But Me, Holly Brown, to discuss… Atlantic Claps Back At Kash Patel With ANOTHER Sad Story..., Better Not Call Kim, New Cursed Travolta Movie Is Coming To Cannes and more! Kash Patel’s Personalized Bourbon Stash Sounds Like Kim Kardashian Is Putting Her Law Career on Ice Kim Kardashian Says ChatGPT Made Her Fail Law Exams: “They’re Always Wrong" ‘Propeller One-Way Night Coach’ Trailer: John Travolta Directs a Feel-Good Family Film About a Cross Country Flight to Hollywood Propeller One-Way Night Coach — Official Trailer Films Produced by JTP Films LISTEN: 42 PARANOID by Judgement GSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  12. 989

    Vick's Vape-o-Trend 5/7: Hantavirus, "Manic" Markets, Epstein, Detective Stranglione

    In this edition of Vick's Vape-o-Trend, Jack and Miles discuss the Hantavirus outbreak (feat. CIA time-travelers & Benny Johnson), the "manic" stock market rally, Epstein's "suicide note" (as found by former cellmate, Detective Stranglione) and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  13. 988

    Kash = Minority Report, Hard R Billionaire?! 05.07.26

    In episode 2054, Jack and Miles are joined by TV writer, comedian, essayist, host of Private Parts Unknown, and author of Girl Gone Wild, Courtney Kocak, to discuss… Kash Patel - I USE AI TO STOP MASS SHOOTINGS!!!, Totally unrelated- FBI may be going after the journalist that reported on Patel's drinking, Oligarch sweat check…, The Bear Stealing Ideas From The Bean and more! Kash Patel credits AI with stopping attacks: ‘I’m using it everywhere’ A Dangerous New Attack on Press Freedom LISTEN: 9-2-5 by Boko YoutSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  14. 987

    Tredi!Trendy!Trende! 5/6: Elon's "Mom", Iran War, Ted Turner, Rudy Giuliani, Trump vs. Pope

    In this edition of Tredi!Trendy!Trende!, Jack and Miles discuss Elon's "mom's" weird tweet, an update on the war in Iran, the passing of Ted Turner, Rudy receiving his last rites, Trump's never-ending battle with the Pope and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  15. 986

    wAr iS wOn! Miles’ Romulus & Remus Joke Too Good For Jack? 05.06.26

    In episode 2053, Jack and Miles are joined by host of That Sounds Like A Lot, Matt Buechele, to discuss… Iran War Is Like Won, Kind Of, But Also Like People Are Trippin For No Reason…, Trump Claims War Is Over Before Announcing “Project Freedom”, Thermoses Are F**king Blinding People?? McDonald’s Is Scrapping Their Self-Serve Soda Machines (But Not Because Of Poop) and more! Lindsey Graham is asked how he defines victory in the conflict with Iran. White House Adviser: “I don’t know what the definition of war is when we’re not shooting, and we’re negotiating, and they’re under a lot of pressure,” Greg Kelly exposes the ‘hysteria’ over rising gas prices Trump claims hostilities have ended in Iran in letter to congressional leaders Trump says he doesn't need congressional authorization for Iran operations, citing ceasefire Trump says operation will start Monday to help stranded ships leave Strait of Hormuz Iran threatens retaliation after Trump says U.S. will guide ships in Strait of Hormuz Iran war updates: UAE intercepts missiles, drone sparks fire at oil site Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Stainless King Food Jars and Bottles Due to Serious Impact Injury and Laceration Hazards Thermos jars recalled after exploding lids blind users Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Jars and Bottles After Customers Are Injured McDonald’s Is Quietly Ditching Its Self-Serve Soda Fountains McDonald’s Is Phasing Out Self-Serve Soda Fountains Across the U.S. McDonald’s moves to phase out self-serve drink stations McDonald’s to scrap self-serve soda fountains over theft, hygiene concerns: report McDonald's fans are mourning the loss of self-serve soft drinks, saying it's the 'end of an era' and a 'tremendous loss' Want a refill? McDonald's is changing how you get soda at restaurants Why You Should Avoid Ordering A Fast Food Soft Drink (It's Pretty Gross) E. coli found in soda fountains McDonald’s to end public soda fountains due to coronavirus pandemic McDonald’s Franchisees Face Uproar Over Ending Free Soda Refills Where Fast Food Restaurants Really Make Their Money ‘That robot thing in the lobby’: McDonald’s expert reveals the real reason free drink refills are going away LISTEN: All You Zombies by The HootersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  16. 985

    Is This Boston Market?

    The boys are hella greasy, spiced up like a Fremen warrior, and looking for the nearest Boston Market...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  17. 984

    I Like My Pasta Al Trende 5/5: Met Gala, Secret Service, Anthony Bordain Biopic, Rudy Giuliani

    In this edition of I Like My Pasta Al Trende, Jack and Miles discuss the Met gala fits, the Secret Service being real horny & trigger happy, the new Anthony Bordain biopic, the new trailer for Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey', Rudy Giuliani being in critical condition and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  18. 983

    2024 Election = Nothing To Learn, Bible Grift Goes Poorly 05.05.26

    In episode 2052, Miles and guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by Associate Professor of Journalism at NYU and host of Unruly Subjects and Empire City, Chenjerai Kumanyika, to discuss… The Onion Debuts InfoWars Spoof--Despite Legal Setback, Democrats’ Best Friend Is The Overton Window…, The Thing About Being A Christian Grifter Is You Gotta At Least Know Like…Bible Verses? And more! The Onion and Tim Heidecker’s InfoWars Takeover Delayed by Texas Court Texas appeals court pauses The Onion's purchase of Infowars Watch as Alex Jones signs off from Infowars after 27 years on air The Onion’s Plan to Take Over Infowars Is Once Again in Jeopardy INFOWARS CHIEF (Tim Heidecker) ISSUES EMERGENCY STATEMENT LISTEN: DOGGOD by L.A. WitchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  19. 982

    May The 4th Be With You 5/4: Spirit Airlines, Elon vs. OpenAI, Jeff Bezos, Mamdani vs. Met Gala

    In this edition of May The 4th Be With You, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, the implosion of Spirit Airlines, Elon suing OpenAI, Jeff Bezos selling his mega-yacht, Mamdani skipping the Met Gala, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  20. 981

    Icon #21 - Mr Bean: Angel or Alien?

    In this episode, Jack and special guest co-host Tamara Yajia are joined by comedian Amy Miller to talk about our first (nearly) silent icon: Mr. Bean! They'll explore his debut, his insanely popular YT channel, and his inimitable sex appeal!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  21. 980

    Weekly Zeitgeist 429 (Best of 4/27/26-5/1/26)

    The weekly round-up of the best moments from season 436 (4/27/26-5/1/26)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  22. 979

    Sand Blastin’

    It’s all about, hope, Jamón and the sacred art of the SAND BLAST.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  23. 978

    Introducing: Look Back At It

    Each week, Sam and Alex will hop in their time machine and spend time in the past in hopes of understanding the chaos that is sure to be our future. From pop culture to political news to scientific markers and medical breakthroughs, they and a guest will hold up a mirror to society and ask ourselves, “Did we really learn anything, or did we just become dumber?” Listen here and subscribe to Look Back At It on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  24. 977

    The Purge But Horny, Donald Trump Jr: Charisma Void 05.01.26

    In episode 2051, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by the hosts of Soccer Moms, Holly Laurent & Katie Rich, to discuss… We Don’t Have To Imagine What A Terrible TV Host Donald Trump Jr. Would Be, “The Purge, But Horny” Is The Premise Of A New Rom-Com? Scientology Calls TikTok Speed Runs “Hate Crimes” and more! Michael Wolff Suggests Trump Team Floated a Don Jr. Outdoors Show as a Way for Warners to Curry Favor With White House Donald Trump Jr. guests hosts on 21st Century TV Donald Trump Jr. Once Hosted an Entire Season of His Own Unbelievably Dull TV Show Donald Trump Jr. hosting TechnoTutor The Purge but for sex? One Night Only might be the year’s strangest romcom ‘One Night Only’ Trailer: Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro Charm Their Way Through a Rom-Com Twist on ‘The Purge’ One Night Only | Official Trailer The world is a horny, repressed nightmare in One Night Only trailer Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro have One Night Only to get it on in a world where premarital sex is illegal Scientology speedrunning The Guy Who Started the ‘Scientology Run’ TikTok Trend Says It’s Time to Stop Jesus is taking over Scientology building Three Scientology buildings on Hollywood blvd have removed their door handles. 'Speed running’ Scientology: TikTok trend causes havoc, church alleges ‘hate crimes’ Scientology Spied on Leader’s Father, Police Report Says CHURCH IN CYBERSPACE LISTEN: Awoken by Arlo & Sirius by The Allen Parsons ProjectSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  25. 976

    Big Momma's Trend 4/30: 'The Apprentice' Reboot, SCOTUS, The Loveland Frogman, Iran/FIFA, OpenAI 'Goblins'

    In this edition of Big Momma's Trend, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss Amazon bringing back 'The Apprentice' (feat. DoJu), the Supreme Court ruining voting, the Loveland Frogman, Irans' soccer team being blocked by FIFA, OpenAI and goblins, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  26. 975

    Ghosts = Plumbing? President Fake Lawyer Esq. 04.30.26

    In episode 2050, Jack and guest co-host Sofiya Alexandra are joined by host of Go Home Bible, You're Drunk and White Homework, Tori Williams Douglass, to discuss… DOJ Weaponized Against National Trust for Historic Preservation and James Comey... With Embarrassingly Written Court Filings, Ghosts = Plumbing? And More! Exclusive: Former FBI Director James Comey indicted over alleged ‘threat’ against Trump Justice department indicts ex-FBI director James Comey over Instagram post showing seashells Comey interviewed by the Secret Service over ’86 47' social media post Definition of 86'd What does 'eighty-six' mean? The Department of Justice is now a joke. This is an official filing signed by its top leadership. This woman is at the center of the legal claim against Trump's ballroom project Group says it won't drop its White House ballroom lawsuit, despite DOJ pressure No, your house isn’t haunted by ghosts — spooky experts reveal simple explanation for things that go bump in the night Haunted by Ghosts? New Study Provides a Surprising Explanation Hidden Phenomenon Could Explain Why Old Buildings Feel Haunted, Study Finds Scientists Say: Infrasound The Science of Silence: Disquieting Uses of Infrasound in Movies The mystery of the ‘ghost frequency’, the most terrifying sound known to man Scientists Investigated a Frequency Linked to ‘Paranormal’ That ghostly presence may just be bad plumbing 'Paranormal feelings': Edmonton researchers study frightful sounds at haunted house The fear frequency Organ music 'instils religious feelings' LISTEN: Pop Out (feat. ScHoolboy Q) by Larry JuneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  27. 974

    Trends of the Jungle 4/29: Taylor Swift, Bees, Trump, CBS

    In this edition of Trends of the Jungle, Jack and special guest co-host Sofiya Alexandra discuss Taylor Swift trademarking some marketing copy, the Bee-nado in TN, a quick Trumpdate, CBS getting in trouble for their Trump interview edit and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  28. 973

    Jackie Chan Unpaid Intern? Peak War Profiteering 04.29.26

    In episode 2049, Jack and guest co-host Jacquis Neal are joined by comedian and host of Pod Yourself A Gun and Bad Hasbara, Matt Lieb, to discuss… BP’s Profits More Than Doubled During Iran War, Why Gavin Newsom Is Definitely Not The Answer, Rush Hour 4 Hasn’t Locked Down Jackie Chan And Chris Tucker and more! U.S. Gas Prices Hit Highest Level Since Beginning of War in Iran BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher BP slammed over ‘astronomical’ profits amid oil price spike caused by Iran war Why Gavin Newsom Is Definitely Not The Answer 'Rush Hour 4' Suffers Disappointing Setback Due to Reported Pay Disputes Chris & Jackie's Salary Demands Will Be Sorted Out Jack's Piece of Media: https://x.com/VanLathan/status/2048475310216343874 LISTEN: Keeping You Close by HalogenixSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  29. 972

    Tyler Perry's Trendea 4/28: Lanmaoa Asiatica, NICE > ICE, WH Correspondents Dinner Shooting, Peter Thiel

    In this edition of Tyler Perry's Trendea, Jack and special guest co-host Jacquis Neal discuss some very interesting mushrooms in China, Trump changing ICE to NICE?, an update on the "assassination attempt", Peter Thiel still being weird and bad and much more! 'They saw them on their dishes when eating': The mushroom making people hallucinate dozens of tiny humans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  30. 971

    Curse of Mamdani, Time Travel Conspiracy Theories 04.28.26

    In episode 2048, Jack and guest co-host Jacquis Neal are joined by comedian and author of Gay Science, Rob Anderson, to discuss… White House Correspondents Dinner Conspiracy Theories Now Include Time Travel, Trump Believes Iranian Oil Pipelines Will Simply “Explode From Within” If The Oil Stops Flowing? New Yorkers Blame Mamdani And/Or The Ghost Of Brian Wilson For Mets Curse, Michael Was Even Bigger Than Oppenheimer At The Box Office and more! Shots rang out, pandemonium erupted: how the White House press dinner shooting unfolded ‘STAGED’: Conspiracy Theories Are Everywhere Following White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Trump says he 'wasn't worried' during Washington press dinner shooting RFK jr's brain worm forgot he had a wife and initially left her behind Right before Trump is rushed off stage… a man holds up a card Oz Pearlman reveals what was on that notepad at White House press event Fact-checking falsehoods after shooting at White House correspondents' dinner Karoline Leavitt to Fox before the WHCD event: There will be some shots fired tonight Fox News mysteriously cuts off anchor as she shares Leavitt's husband's eerie warning HOLY SH*T: Fox News just cut one of their reporters off as they seemed to indicate the shooting was a pre-planned false flag. Fox News reporter responds to dropped call during WHCD shooting interview President Trump: This is why we need the ballroom Justice Department urges group to drop Trump ballroom lawsuit after WHCA dinner shooting Does image show White House correspondents' dinner shooting suspect wearing IDF sweatshirt? What we know Who Is Henry Martinez? A Resurfaced 2023 'Cole Allen' Post On X Sparks Online Uproar After the WHCD Shooting Cole Allen: 'Time machine' claims about correspondents' dinner shooter rise after Henry Martinez's post resurfaces Trump Says Iran Has Around Three Days Before Oil Pipelines Could Explode Trump: "What happens is that line explodes from within." President Trump has issued a new ultimatum on Iran, telling Fox News Iran has just 3 days before its oil pipelines naturally “explode from within.” Mets' misery continues as historic losing streak extends to 12 with loss to Twins Mets hit rock bottom after getting swept by hapless Rockies as offense, Kodai Senga flop FRONT page of the New York Post poking fun at the alleged Mets / Mamdani curse… Mets fans beg Mamdani to stay away from team after snapping 12-game losing streak Is a ‘Curse of the Mambino’ Plaguing the Mets? Mamdani, Say It Ain’t So. Michael Jackson Estate Faces Sexual Abuse Allegations From Four Siblings Who Claim They Were ‘Groomed and Brainwashed’ by Pop Superstar They Were Michael Jackson’s ‘Second Family.’ Now They Say He Abused Them. Michael Jackson biopic smashes box office record ‘Michael’ Biopic Ignites Theater Frenzy as Fans Turn Screenings Into Live Celebrations Rumor: Antoine Fuqua Quit ‘Michael' Ahead of $50M Reshoots — Crew Dubbed Him “Vantoine” for Working From a Van LISTEN: So Good by C.JusticeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  31. 970

    Icon #18 - Whitney Houston: The Voice

    In this episode, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian Pallavi Gunalan to talk about the only person to turn 'The Star-Spangled Banner' into a star-spangled banger: Whitney Houston! They'll explore her musical upbringing, meteoric rise to fame, similarly meteoric fall and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  32. 969

    Weekly Zeitgeist 426 (Best of 4/6/26-4/10/26)

    The weekly round-up of the best moments from season 433 (4/6/26-4/10/26)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  33. 968

    RFK Jr Trying To Kill Podcasts Too? Scientology Parkour Challenge 04.10.26

    In episode 2039, Jack and guest co-host Andrew Ti are joined by comedian, Blake Wexler, to discuss… CNBC Is Trying to Figure Out How To Approach Genocide... As An Investor, “Scientology Run” Trend Is Funny... But Could End Up Helping Scientology, This Woman’s Husband Is a Huge NASCAR Fan, Here Comes The RFK Jr. Podcast No One Wants and more! CNBC Is Trying to Figure Out How To Approach Genocide... As An Investor Obsessed with this trend of people seeing how far they run inside the LA Scientology HQ Scientology Runs Are Going Viral On TikTok TikTokers are “speedrunning” Scientology buildings in bizarre new trend Two kids run into Scientology 16-Year-Old Infiltrates Scientology: A Skateboarding Adventure Explained: What’s a ‘Scientology run’ and why people are dashing into them for TikTok Scientology Locks Another Person Inside New Documents Show Scientologists Plotted To Have Writer Jailed How TikTok Accidentally Created a Scientology Heartthrob This woman’s husband is a huge "NASCAR" fan, obviously. RFK Jr. Using Your Taxpayer Money to Become a Podcast Bro RFK Jr. launches health podcast as his vaccine push stalls Secrets from RFK Jr.’s Private Diaries: Women, Drugs and His Insatiable Need for 'More’ LISTEN: TELL ME WHAT I DID by Tiffany DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  34. 967

    Trend & Stimpy 4/9: Michael J. Fox, Amazon, ICE, RIP Forestry Service

    In this edition of Trend & Stimpy, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss Michael J. Fox NOT being dead, Amazon bricking old Kindles, who's really getting arrested by ICE, RIP Forestry Service and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  35. 966

    Even Megyn Kelly Sick Of This S#@$, Greedflation Is Real! 04.09.26

    In episode 2038, Jack and Miles are joined (in person!!!) by actor, comedian, and co-host of The Last Podcast on the Left, Henry Zebrowski, to discuss… The Right Is Unhappy, Doritos Went Too Hard On Greedflation? Oh Look At That Greedflation Was A Thing! And more! Fox & Friends Admits Trump’s Ceasefire Leaves ‘Objectives’ Unmet — Praise Him Anyway Mark Levin is losing it. Laura Loomer criticizes ceasefire deal with Iran: “Iran practically got everything that they wanted” Megyn Kelly: I don't know about you, but I am sick of this shit. Can't Trump just behave like a normal human? Megyn Kelly: "Trump could drop a nuke and I'd still vote Republican” Doritos prices jumped 50% in four years and PepsiCo waited until it lost billions to do anything about it LISTEN: No Censor (feat. Unruly Bad, Karma, Trizzac, BGody, LR, & Kwengface) by Zone 2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  36. 965

    The Boys Are Back In Trends 4/8: TACO Tuesday, ICE Shooting, Artemis 2 vs. Trump

    In this edition of The Boys Are Back In Trends, Jack and Miles discuss a TACO Tuesday to remember, another ICE shooting, the Artemis 2 astronauts being tormented in space by DJT and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  37. 964

    Worst People In Charge Of Everything, Sam Altman Gets Ronan Farrow-ed 04.08.26

    In episode 2037, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and actor who you can see in the new film Mermaid, Johnny Pemberton, to discuss… More Mixed Reactions From The Right, Are Vance/Rubio Leaking To The Press? Sam Altman Just Got Ronan Farrow-ed and more! Mixed Reactions From The Right Even MORE Mixed Reactions From The Right All about OpenAI's dramatic firing and rehiring of CEO and why it could mean greater scrutiny Sam Altman May Control Our Future—Can He Be Trusted? Johnny Pemberton's Piece of Media: Philly Street Art: Is This What They Call A Social Circle? LISTEN: Slow Tonight by Tom MischSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  38. 963

    PUB DUST

    This week, Italy stays woke, Arsenal kisses the treble goodbye, pub dust and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  39. 962

    Lemme Trend Bro 4/7: Trump vs. Iran, Twitter, Ye/Wireless Festival

    In this edition of Lemme Trend Bro, Jack and Miles discuss TACO Trump's genocidal threats, Nate Silver's list of top Twitter follows, Ye headlining Wireless Festival (until it got cancelled), and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  40. 961

    Leave President Grindset Alone! Artemis II Flat Earth Fallout 04.06.26

    In episode 2036, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian, Lydia Popovich, to discuss… What Phase of the Trump Administration Is This? This Last Week Has Felt Different…, Past Microplastics Research May Have Been Contaminated By Latex Gloves, Gov Greg Abbott’s Media Illiteracy Strikes Again! Artemis II Photo Becomes Fuel For Flat-Earth Mockery and more! In a stunning moment, Alex Jones notices Trump's brain is "not doing too hot," questioning his health, saying he “looks sick” and “babbles.” An Embarrassing Mistake May Have Skewed Microplastics Research All Along 'Spectacular' new Artemis II images shut down Flat Earth theory for good Artemis II crew saw a life-changing view. The story of a viral photo. Artemis's stunning Moon pictures - science or holiday photos? LISTEN: Tequila Shots by RikasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  41. 960

    Super Mario GalaxZeit 4/6: Trump NOT Dead, Rick Scott, Artemis 2, Super Mario Galaxy

    In this edition of Super Mario GalaxZeit, Jack and Miles discuss their respective weekends, Trump NOT dying over Easter weekend, Rick Scott's Disney adventure, Artemis 2's trip to the dark side of the moon, 'Super Mario Galaxy'… worse than AI? and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  42. 959

    Icon #17 - Lisa Frank: Trapper Keeper Trap God

    In this edition of the Iconograph, Jack and Miles are joined by writer/director Chelsea Devantez to talk about the woman who exposed millions of children to their first little taste of what a ketamine-tinged LSD trip might look like: Lisa Frank! They'll explore her not-so-humble beginnings, her relationship with James Green AKA Jaime Verde, and why Lisa Frank Inc. was also known as 'The Rainbow Gulag'! WATCH: 11/28/98 CNN: Lisa Frank Company Marketing to Young GirlsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  43. 958

    Weekly Zeitgeist 425 (Best of 3/30/26-4/3/26)

    The weekly round-up of the best moments from DZ's season 432 (3/30/26-4/3/26)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  44. 957

    Journey’s MAGA Journey, ALIEN BREEDING > Epstein Files 04.03.26

    In episode 2035, Miles and guest co-host Sofiya Alexandra are joined by comedian, Greta Titelman, to discuss… Thank God For Jen Shah, GOP Now Claiming We Have Alien Breeding Programs To Distract From Trump…, Journey’s Music < Journey’s Messy MAGA Drama and more! 'I'm not suicidal': Burchett can't find words to describe alien revelations, discusses UFO files Journey Is Rocking On The Charts — And Not Just With ‘Don’t Stop Believin’’ Journey Announce Final Frontier North American Farewell Tour Journey’s Jonathan Cain Accuses Neal Schon of ‘Malicious Lies’ and ‘Extravagant Spending’ After Guitarist Files Lawsuit Over Credit Card Access Power Ballads, Bad Blood, and Sold-Out Shows: Inside Journey’s Massive Farewell Tour Journey keyboardist addresses MAGA controversy: 'We have pleased the Lord' Jonathan Cain - No One Else (Official Lyric Video) A Tribute To Charlie Kirk Jonathan Cain Releases Charlie Kirk Tribute Song “No One Else” LISTEN: I Wantchu by Ray LaurélSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  45. 956

    Trendal Bag 4/2: Pam Bondi, Trump, Artemis 2, Microslop, Jonathan the Tortoise

    In this edition of Trendal Bag, Miles and special guest co-host Sofiya Alexandra discuss Pam Bondi getting fired?, Trump saying/doing stuff, the Artemis 2 launch (and their toilet troubles), Microslop breaking Outlook…. In space, the passing of the worlds oldest tortoise (was a hoax) and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  46. 955

    MTV’s White House Cabinet, Presidential BRIBE-rary 04.02.26

    In episode 2034, Miles and guest co-host Blake Wexler are joined by comedian with the new special Alter-Kashian and host of The Dork Forest, Jackie Kashian, to discuss… Birthright Citizenship, Laura Ingraham On How To Stay Chill When Sh*t’s f**ked, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy Reuniting With the Real World Crew, Pope-Killer JD Vance Wrote A Book About Catholicism, Trump’s Library Is A Hideous Scam– But So Is Every Other Presidential Library and more! GORSUCH: Do you think Native Americans are birthright citizens under your test? SAUER: Ah, I think ... so. I have to think that through. Trump officials cite white supremacists in bid to end birthright citizenship Laura Ingraham tried to steady the ship on her show on Tuesday but she just sounded like someone that is trying to BS their way out of a very obviously bad situation. Vance announces new book about finding his ‘way back to faith’ Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith JD Vance on UFOs: You know me, I don't think they're aliens. I think they're demons JD Vance warns that extraterrestrials are demons: 'I'm going to get to the bottom of this' JD Vance appears at secretive conservative donor summit as 2028 presidential speculation grows Usha Vance on disagreements with JD Vance, 2028 and shopping at Costco Trump Unveils Vision for Presidential Library, Complete With Golden Escalator Trump’s presidential library will include a re-creation of his White House ballroom Trump says he ‘doesn’t believe in libraries’ two days after unveiling presidential library plans Presidential Libraries Are a Scam. Could Obama Change That? One of Trump’s library funds has mysteriously dissolved, but a lack of transparency keeps the public in the dark Trump’s presidential library could be a scam Democrats ask what happened to millions earmarked for Trump’s library Shining a light on presidential libraries — the unrenowned pay-to-play scandal Corruption in the Presidential Library? All Information (Except Text) for H.R.36 - Presidential Library Donation Reform Act of 2009 S. Rept. 113-245 - PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY DONATION REFORM ACT OF 2014 The Presidential Libraries Act and the Establishment of Presidential Libraries House Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Make Presidential Library Funding Transparent H.R.1063 - Presidential Library Donation Reform Act of 2019 LISTEN: Taking It There by KwengfaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  47. 954

    I Need 6 Trends 4/1: April Fool's Day, Artemis 2 Launch, Dear Leader Update, PBS, Charlie Kirkspiracy

    In this edition of I Need 6 Trends, Miles and special guest co-host Blake Wexler discuss the nightmare hellscape that is April Fool's Day, the incipient launch of Artemis 2, an update on Dear Leader who keeps doing bad stuff and we're all somehow powerless to stop him… ffs, the latest Charlie Kirkspiracy and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  48. 953

    No Allies Is Good! Big Tech Wins Even When They Lose 04.01.26

    In episode 2033, Miles and guest co-host Jamie Loftus are joined by co-host of The Future of Our Former Democracy, Colin Cole, to discuss… Ruh Roh - Aint Nobody F**kin With The US-Israel War? Those Social Media Verdicts Are Bad, Actually... and more! VOTE IN THE WEBBY AWARDS for 'WE THE UNHOUSED' for Public Service & Activism Hegseth: "The president was clear this morning in his Truth that there are countries around the world who ought to be prepared to step up on this critical waterway as well." Trump Hits Out at France for Closing Airspace During Iran War Spain closes airspace to US military over Iran war, widening rift with US Trump Tells Aides He’s Willing to End War Without Reopening Hormuz The Big Tech Verdict Everyone Got Wrong: Social Media Addiction Trial Everyone Cheering The Social Media Addiction Verdicts Against Meta Should Understand What They’re Actually Cheering For Section 230 is the best protection we have from Trump’s censorship What is Section 230 and why does Donald Trump want to change it? Social Media Addiction Lawsuits (2026): KGM Trial, MDL 3047, and TikTok & Snapchat Settlements Explained Reddit User Uncovers Who Is Behind Meta’s $2B Lobbying for Invasive Age Verification Tech Age Verification Is A Windfall for Big Tech—And A Death Sentence For Smaller Platforms What's next in social media legal battles after a New Mexico jury finds Meta platforms harm children Hackers Expose Age-Verification Software Powering Surveillance Web Blackburn’s TRUMP AMERICA AI Act Repeals Section 230, Expands AI Liability, and Mandates Age Verification New Documents Show First Trump DOJ Worked With Congress to Amend Section 230 Meta, Google lose US case over social media harm to kids Landmark lawsuit finds that social media addiction is a feature, not a bug Meta ordered to pay $375m after being found liable in child exploitation case Jury finds Meta liable in case over child sexual exploitation on its platforms AI & Tech Brief: Forecasting an AI deal Walmart Pulls Cosmo From Checkout. Plus! Guess Who’s Claiming Victory. Revealed: how a US far-right group is influencing anti-gay policies in Africa Here’s Why Not Everyone Is Celebrating Meta’s Landmark Losses: ‘The Legal Precedent Being Set Is Terrifying’ This Bill Purports to Protect Kids from Big Tech. For LGBTQ+ Youth, It’s a Grave Danger Addictive potential of social media, explained Trump Administration Takes Major Steps Toward Comprehensive Federal AI Regulation LISTEN: Vapour by MildlifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  49. 952

    Trend Piece FC 3/31: Supreme Court/Conversion Therapy, Bryon Noem, Secret Service Butt Shot, Lindsay Graham

    In this edition of Trend Piece FC, Miles and special guest co-host Jamie Loftus discuss the Supreme Court ruling 8-1 against Colorado's conversion therapy ban, Kristi Noem's husband being caught in his own scandal, Joe Biden's SS agent shooting himself in the butt, an update on Lindsay Grahams' Disney adventure and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  50. 951

    French Drip Sandwiches

    This week we talk fashion, the trash World Cup song and a moment in history with Cristiano Ronaldo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

No topics indexed yet for this podcast.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

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.

HOSTED BY

iHeartPodcasts

CATEGORIES

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Daily Zeitgeist have?

The Daily Zeitgeist currently has 50 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Daily Zeitgeist about?

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...

How often does The Daily Zeitgeist release new episodes?

The Daily Zeitgeist has 50 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to The Daily Zeitgeist?

You can listen to The Daily Zeitgeist on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts The Daily Zeitgeist?

The Daily Zeitgeist is created and hosted by iHeartPodcasts.
URL copied to clipboard!