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Today, Jay and Suzanne revisit the deep messaging and allegory in 1990s media with The Matrix and… Jock Jams. Plus - It’s May Day! Jay reminisces about the adorable May Day Baskets of our youth and Suzanne marks the anniversary of when George Mallory’s body was found on Everest 75 years after his fateful climb. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Suzanne continues her push to turn this into a Nirvana podcast by sharing the 35th anniversary of the live debut of Smells Like Teen Spirit, and it sounds a little… different. Jay also recalls an anniversary, but this one is darker - the 31st anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing. Then, Jay helps us remember Jessie Spano of Saved By The Bell’s ‘caffeine pill’ addiction, and Suzanne updates us on the sentencing of The Ketamine Queen in the death of Matthew Perry. Plus - Jay and Suzanne share grade school assignments their mom found in the attic, the etymology of ‘riding shotgun’, the behind-the-scenes drama that Marcel the Monkey caused on Friends, and Friends character rankings. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Jay got a haircut and reminisces about the terrible haircuts he received at the 90s mall staple Cost Cutters. Suzanne takes us back to the heart warming quaint days of the Nintendo Counselor Hotline. Then, Jay shares how the date error in Sublime’s song about LA’s Rodney King riots ‘April 29, 1992’ came to be; and Suzanne introduces Jay to the music of Selena for the very first time in his life, thirty-one years after Selena's death. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Jay re-learns that Will Smith had a music career. Suzanne revisits Jay’s first love - Daria, Jay reminisces about the one-of-a-kind 90s band CAKE and Suzanne continues to mourn the loss of Chris Farley Plus - Should Jay get a haircut? Is Suzanne the Spare to Jay’s Heir? And what else are they working on behind the scenes?? Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today Jay and Suzanne take you back to landmark 90s performances by Nirvana and Soul Asylum. Then, Jay helps us reminisce about the early internet (with the help of Tim & Eric), and Suzanne takes us back to the birth of reality TV with MTV’s The Real World. Plus - Which rocker had the best singing voice of the 90s? Why is Gen X such a forgotten generation? And how has Jay had Lyme Disease three times? Follow us on Instagram at @brandnewinformationpodFollow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Jay takes us back to the first botched attempt at destroying the World Trade Center in 1993 and explores how 9/11 felt like the true end to the 90s. Suzanne reminisces about Third Eye Blind’s Semi-Charmed Life and how it felt like an anthem written just for her (despite the fact it was an anthem written for crystal meth). Jay shares his yearning to go back to a pre-smartphone life, and Suzanne shares her yearning to return to a time of special sick day TV. Plus - that time Suzanne swallowed a drill bit, all the whitewashing of drug use in rock docudramas, and the song that kept playing as Suzanne rolled her car when she was sixteen. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today on Brand New Information Jay clues us in on how Billy Idol’s motorcycle accident in 1990 changed the course of cinema history. Suzanne celebrates the anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s 1990 release from prison. Jay takes us back to the Gen X highlight of Woodstock 99. And Suzanne questions the blindspots that we had in the 90s in regards to mental health language (does anybody remember running ‘suicides’ in school?) Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

We're changing up the pod (again)! Brand New Information is now your podcast all about the 90s. A podcast for Gen X and by Gen X. Elder millennials are invited too. Today we’ll take you back to the Windows 95 release, where Weezer was hiding in the ‘fun stuff’ folder. Then, we’ll share our adventures in introducing our children to the Jackass franchise. Plus - Your Mom, Monica Lewinsky, and the triumph over the AIDS epidemic. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Past, present and future, Suzanne is all about the Packers today. Jay and Suzanne reminisce about the classic 90s Packers team with Magic Man Don Majkowski and Brett Favre. Then they’ll make their predictions for what will happen during and after Saturday’s game against the Bears. Plus, Jay gives us his thoughts on The Counting Crows documentary and shares how EMDR has been affecting his life lately. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Your favorite Gen X siblings are back! Jay and Suzanne have returned to the mic for season 2 of Brand New Information, and things around here have changed. Gone are the days of Jay and Suzanne making each other suffer through the latest developments in politics and pop culture. Now, Jay and Suzanne will bring you weekly past, current and future events. Get ready for Fibronostalgia, the affliction both Jay and Suzanne have that makes them compulsively relive the 90s, current events, and predictions of the future. Today - So I Married an Ax Murderer, snow days, the etiquette of seasons greetings, and new years resolutions. Plus, hear about Suzanne’s book tour and Jay’s jealousy, the time the family dog almost killed Suzanne, and Jay’s past as a salesy drunk. Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

It’s three days after the general election in America and the Democrats got trounced. Suzanne and Jay are here with a special episode to share their ideas about how the Dems have lost their way, the important changes that need to occur to realign the party, and the silver lining of it all. Plus: Joe Rogan, Bari Weiss, and Suzanne falls down the Diddy rabbit hole.  Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Where the Bleep is Kate Middleton? This burning question has brought Jay and Suzanne back to the mic for a special episode of Brand New Information! Suzanne catches Jay up to speed on the theories and developments surrounding the whereabouts of Kate Middleton, The Princess of Wales, while Jay shares his in depth knowledge of the royal family (exclusively gleaned from The Crown). If you want to dive deeper into #KateGate, Suzanne recommends listening to another sibling pop culture duo - Pop Apologists! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Jay and Suzanne are breaking their hiatus in light of the breaking news that beloved actor Matthew Perry has passed away at 54. They share what his life and work meant to them, chat about the outpouring of love that has occurred since his passing, and talk about their favorite Friends moments. Links: NBC: Matthew Perry, ‘Friends’ actor, dies of apparent drowning at 54 - https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/matthew-perry-friends-actor-dies-apparent-drowning-54-rcna122643The Independent: The One With… Every Friends episode ranked worst to best - https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/features/friends-episodes-ranked-best-worst-cast-b2252435.htmlRolling Stone: The 100 Greatest TV Shows of All Time: https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-lists/best-tv-shows-of-all-time-1234598313/ Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

We’re going on a summer break! When will we be back? We can’t say exactly, but subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform to make sure that we show up in your feed when we return. And don’t forget to drop us a rating and a review in the meantime telling how much you want us to come back! Plus: Benedict Cumberbatch can’t say Penguin, Tommy Boy, meteors crashing through roofs, desecrated banana art, and Biden’s poor polling numbers. Links: Fibronostalgia:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114694/Wait What: https://apnews.com/article/meteorite-hits-home-hopewell-new-jersey-fd8391f8c5daea1e596ed85ed3ae5a68https://www.npr.org/2023/05/01/1173039011/the-guy-who-ate-a-120-000-banana-in-an-art-museum-says-he-was-just-hungryPolitics: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/05/07/president-biden-post-abc-poll/ Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

It’s a big news week! Jay and Suzanne are here to break it down for you. First, Jay tells us about the sackings of Tucker Carlson at Fox News and Don Lemon at CNN. Then, Jay and Suzanne try to figure out how old Biden really is as he announces his re-election campaign. Finally, Suzanne gives us an update on Alec Baldwin as his manslaughter charges get dropped and his film ‘Rust’ shockingly goes back into production. Plus: The Wonder Years, Dennis Rodman, 22 Things I Learned in 2022, and dead cats. Fibronostalgia:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094582/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_RodmanWait what:https://medium.com/illumination/22-point-listicle-of-the-22-things-i-learned-in-2022-90769d5fcc91https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/kelseyweekman/emma-claiir-simply-chaotic-podcast-cat-killedPolitics:https://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/tucker-carlson-leaves-fox-don-lemon-fired-from-cnn-171208261660https://www.npr.org/2023/04/25/1145679856/biden-president-announcement-2024-running-reelectionPop Culture:https://www.insider.com/filming-resumes-alec-baldwin-rust-montana-halyna-hutchins-family-sue-2023-4?ampWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

A massive leak of classified military documents came to light this week, and the revelations included shocking information about covert Western forces that are secretly on the ground in Ukraine. Yet, finding the details has become increasingly difficult as the days go by. Jay asks - is the media noise that’s obscuring the story being caused by people who don’t want us to learn what’s come to light in the leak? Then, Suzanne drops news that has shocked the pop culture sphere - Taylor Swift has broken up with Joe Alwyn after 6 years of dating. Suzanne is here to assure you that Taylor has left a subtle Easter Egg for fans, reassuring everyone that ‘she is okay’.  Plus - Wayne’s World, Clueless, celebrities that look like discarded mattresses, and 500 days in a cave. Fibronostalgia:https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/waynes_worldhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CluelessWait what:https://www.thepoke.co.uk/2014/04/04/15-celebrities-that-look-like-abadoned-matresses/https://apnews.com/article/spain-cave-500-days-record-isolation-e1d7e782425096df075d79093ca91eacPolitics: https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/11/politics/pentagon-documents-ukraine-war-assessment/index.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Ellsberghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqh_2kPyfAcPop Culture: https://pagesix.com/2023/04/17/taylor-swift-subtly-reveals-how-she-is-after-joe-alwyn-breakup/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced his candidacy for President, running as a Democrat. Jay and Suzanne chat about how the Democratic primary race is shaping up, why Biden is running for a second term, and why the Democratic Presidential bench seems so weak. Then, Suzanne updates us on where Johnny Depp and Amber Heard are now, one year after their civil trial. Plus - The Pepsi Jet lawsuit, Beverly Hills 90210, common misconceptions, cliche tattoos, John Cougar Mellancamp, and the confusing end to the Covid emergency.  Fibronostalgia: https://www.salon.com/2022/11/19/pepsi-wheres-my-jet-netflix-pepsi-point-scandal/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beverly_Hills,_90210Wait what: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/weird-news/list-of-common-misconceptions-b1822842.htmlhttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/tattoo-artist-shares-three-fashionable-29682510Pop culture: https://people.com/movies/johnny-depp-amber-heard-trial-one-year-later-sources-exclusive/Politics: https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/10/politics/covid-19-national-emergency-end-biden/index.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2023/04/10/rfk-jr-s-family-likely-wont-support-his-2024-presidential-run/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Trials abound in both the political and pop culture arenas. First, Jay explains the charges against Trump as he is finally indicted. Then, Suzanne shares why she loves how smug Gwyneth Paltrow was during her ski trial last week. Plus - November Rain, So I Married an Ax Murderer, Tai Bo, water bottle hygiene, wooly mammoth meatballs, and the result of the Wisconsin Supreme Court election. Fibronostaliga:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/November_Rainhttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_BlanksWait What:https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/woman-shows-troubling-aftermath-not-29634347https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/giant-meatball-extinct-mammoth-unveiled-netherlands-2023-03-28/Politics: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/wisconsin-supreme-court-election-liberals-win-majority-rcna77190https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/al-caponePop culture: https://apnews.com/article/gwyneth-paltrow-ski-trial-lawsuit-jury-f42bf61e97af2fd182017614fe6d8efdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@connor.clary/video/7205084966533811499Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Suzanne is out today, so Jay and Suzanne’s mom Susan is here to take her spot, which means we’ve got a double helping of politics this week! First, Susan spells out why the upcoming Supreme Court election in Wisconsin is of vital importance to the entire nation. Then, Jay shares the truth about how cobalt, an increasingly important material, is mined; raising the question of how we as everyday people can ethically consume. Plus - The 90s Packers era, interfamily car accidents, fox hunting, UFOs, and the Gwenyth Paltrow skiing trial. Links: Wait what: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fmr-manager-of-dod-aerospace-threat-program-ufos_b_59de2f4be4b0b992a8214874https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/02/17/deer-menace-guns-hunting/Politics: https://www.amazon.com/Cobalt-Red-Blood-Congo-Powers-ebook/dp/B09Y462D6Zhttps://www.jsonline.com/story/news/politics/elections/2023/03/23/daniel-kelly-campaigns-with-jan-6-participant-scott-presler/70042067007/?link_id=8&can_id=447e34f28b3f5cb1f58f17a4c792797b&source=email-message-monday-march-27&email_referrer=email_1860248&email_subject=message-monday-march-27https://captimes.com/36e6d88f-f860-5840-a137-206cc07fb1c1.html?link_id=5&can_id=447e34f28b3f5cb1f58f17a4c792797b&source=email-message-monday-march-27&email_referrer=email_1860248&email_subject=message-monday-march-27Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week Suzanne tells us the tale of how nepo baby Romy Mars (daughter of Sophia Coppola and Thomas Mars, lead singer of Phoenix) went hilariously viral in a rogue TikTok after being grounded for attempting to charter a helicopter. Then, Jay chats with Chat GPT to see if it really is the world changing innovation that everyone thinks it is, only for Suzanne to stump it on her very first try. Also - Rattails, Saved by the Bell, (even more) lost radioactive matter, mountain lions, and Bobcat Goldthwaite. Links: Fibronostalgia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saved_by_the_BellWait what: https://apnews.com/article/radioactive-cylinder-plant-public-health-thailand-5deb6ba12950c4c39d87211d19e994f8https://apnews.com/article/mountain-lion-attack-colorado-hot-tub-871b4f114422ba0fb02ec6c290c77802Pop culture: https://pagesix.com/2023/03/21/sofia-coppolas-daughter-romy-was-grounded-for-trying-to-charter-a-helicopter/Politics: https://chat.openai.com/chatWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week, Jay recaps the congressional hearing about recent releases from The Twittter Files and Jay and Suzanne debate where the line should be drawn regarding free speech. Then, Suzanne regails us with major drama going down in Bravoland as Tom Sandoval and Raquel Leviss of Vanderpump Rules have been exposed for having an affair. Plus - The Challenger explosion, the Walkman, Naughty license plates, and the value of a stay at home wife. Links: Fibronostalgia:  https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2020/sep/16/challenger-netflix-docuseries-jj-abramsWait What:https://apnews.com/article/maine-vanity-license-plates-profanities-1149eb44063bb3608574b2f017e6cc99https://apple.news/ARtCdMgMaSXmFLwqsnTu-GAPolitics: https://twitter.com/mtaibbi/status/1633830002742657027https://reason.com/2023/03/10/twitter-files-hearing-weaponization-matt-taibbi-democrats-elon/https://judiciary.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/republicans-judiciary.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/taibbi-testimony.pdfhttps://www.thefire.org/news/hate-speech-protected-first-amendmentPop culture:https://betches.com/how-did-katie-maloney-fall-through-a-skylight-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-her-accident/https://www.thecut.com/2023/03/vanderpump-tom-ariana-raquel-scandoval.htmlWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week, Jay brings two stories that demonstrate the pitfalls of public health overreach during COVID.  Then, Suzanne gives her take on Chris Rock’s Netflix comedy special, and details the facts behind his jokes aimed at Will and Jada Smith. Plus - The War Room, Bob Wehadababyitsaboy, deer home invaders, and Peeps flavored Pepsi. Links: Fibronostalgia:The War Room: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108515/Bob Wehadababyitsaboy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JxhTnWrKYsWait what: UPI - Suspected burglar inside New Brunswick home was a panicked deer: https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2023/03/03/canada-deer-crashes-through-New-Brunswick-home/8001677878270/Food Network - Peeps-flavored Pepsi makes its adorable return: https://www.foodnetwork.com/fn-dish/news/peeps-pepsi-returns-nationwidePolitics:https://davidzweig.substack.com/p/when-a-renegade-church-and-a-zealoushttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-64848106https://www.npr.org/2023/02/28/1160009021/mask-wearing-attractiveness-studyPop Culture: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-reviews/chris-rock-selective-outrage-review-netflix-live-will-smith-1235341301/https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2023-03-05/chris-rock-will-smith-jada-pinkett-smith-entanglementWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week Jay is awash in a fresh batch of COVID headlines; including a meta analysis of mask mandate studies, and the FBI’s new claim backing up the ‘lab leak’ origination theory. Then, Suzanne summarizes details that Aaron Rodgers shared after his highly publicized four-day darkness retreat. Plus - Swingers, candy cigarettes, feces apologies, and Jakie Robinson. Links:Fibronostalgia: An oral history of Swingers: https://grantland.com/features/an-oral-history-swingers/Candy cigarettes:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candy_cigaretteWait what:Huffpost - German Ballet Director Formally Apologizes For Smearing Feces In Critic’s Face:https://www.huffpost.com/entry/martin-goecke-smeared-feces_n_63ec06ebe4b0063ccb291466The AP  - That’s an error: NYC road sign is spelled ‘Jakie’ Robinson:https://apnews.com/article/mlb-sports-baseball-new-york-city-ba622678a71c42f21e1f23968d8f0bfbPolitics: NYTimes: Do mask mandates work?https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/21/opinion/do-mask-mandates-work.htmlWall Street Journal - FBI director says COVID pandemic likely caused by Chinese lab leak:https://www.wsj.com/articles/fbi-director-says-covid-pandemic-likely-caused-by-chinese-lab-leak-13a5e69bSNL - Woody Harrelson monologue:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8LX8MQMragPop culture:The Aubrey Marcus Podcast with Aaron Rodgers: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aubrey-marcus-podcast/id521945322?i=1000602294353Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

The Presidential race is heating up and Jay is bringing us the latest developments. Learn why Jay is excited for New Hampshire’s Republican Gov. Sununu to announce a run, and why the Ohio rail disaster might turn out to be politically damaging for Pete Buttigieg on the Democratic side. Then, Suzanne shares the details behind Don Lemon’s bizarrely sexist rant that got him booted off of CNN for a few days. Plus - Bell Biv Devoe, Jerry Springer, The Mandela Effect, McPlant Nuggets, and Paul Rudd’s dog doppelgänger.If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Wait what - People - Paul Rudd Look-alike Dog Finds 'Happy Ending' After Shelter Calls on Actor to Adopt the Pet: https://apple.news/A4xVcXrsiTQirQHBnAx9RsAAP News - Fowl-free: McDonald’s debuts plant-based McNuggets: https://apnews.com/article/mcdonalds-corp-production-facilities-germany-business-d486d85f57e78294f5c01fedca74150bFibronostalgia  - Bell Biv Devoe: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell_Biv_DeVoeJerry Springer:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerry_Springer_(talk_show)The Mandela Effect:https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/entertainment/g28438966/mandela-effect-examples/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=arb_ga_ghk_md_pmx_us_urlx_19597983321&gclid=CjwKCAiAl9efBhAkEiwA4TorishcZnV3UkJMesTjiVKuTce4djxs4yYBpvWQItx2duIpOe2ISHShahoCxVQQAvD_BwEPolitics: DYNUZ - Chris Sununu eyes the GOPs normal lane in 2024. Does it exist? https://dnyuz.com/2023/02/20/chris-sununu-eyes-the-g-o-p-s-normal-lane-in-2024-does-it-exist/Pop culture: NYPost - Don Lemon returns to CNN after sexist comments: https://nypost.com/2023/02/22/im-sorry-don-lemon-returns-to-cnn-after-sexist-comments/amp/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Jay is gone for the week, so Jay and Suzanne’s mom, Susan, has stepped in to take his place on the pod! Hear Suzanne and Susan’s thoughts about how the Republican primary field is shaping up. Then, learn from Suzanne why Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime show was a groundbreaking artistic feat. Plus - Super Bowl ticket prices, stoned dogs, Tanya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan, and shoulder pads. If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Wait, What? The Sunday Times - New York Dogs are Getring High After Scoffing Discarded Joints: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/new-york-dogs-getting-high-after-scoffing-discarded-joints-vwnz3nh98Fibronostalgia: Biography - Tanya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan: https://www.biography.com/crime/tonya-harding-nancy-kerrigan-attack-photosPolitics: Axios - The big money effort in the GOP to stop Trump: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.axios.com/2023/02/11/republicans-trump-2024-fundraising&source=gmail&ust=1676588910147000&usg=AOvVaw2N_v5BoW_UmT1Dcz5ne28W&rct=iThe Hill: Trump rips Club for Growth after he wasn’t invited to donor retreat: https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/3847759-trump-rips-club-for-growth-after-he-wasnt-invited-to-donor-retreat/Hacks on Tap: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medicare-medicare-medicare-with-steve-israel/id1467297559?i=1000599632781Pop culture: The Atlantic - The sleek truth in Rihanna’s halftime show: https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2023/02/rihanna-super-bowl-halftime-show/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today on the pod, Jay explains how well-meaning progressive policies might be exacerbating the housing shortage in cities. Then, Suzanne recaps all of the drama that went down at The Grammys this week. Plus: Party lines, Marques Bovre and the Evil Twins, the coldest place on Earth, and FART scores. If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Fibronostalgia: Marques Bovre and the Evil Twins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7RfyXXQPaDcWait what: CNN - Extreme cold on Mt Washington: https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/06/weather/extreme-cold-mount-washington-wxn/index.htmlNPR - Six doctors swallowed LEGO heads for science. Here’s what came out: https://www.npr.org/2023/01/23/1150888553/6-doctors-swallowed-lego-heads-for-science-heres-what-came-outPolitics: The Atlantic - The US Housing Supply Shortage Crisis: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/11/us-housing-supply-shortage-crisis-2022/672240/Pop culture: Buzzfeed - Harry Styles sparks backlash over Grammys Album of the Year acceptance speech; https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ellendurney/harry-styles-backlash-over-grammys-album-of-the-year-speechHollywood Reporter - Armie Hammer breaks silence on misconduct allegations: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/armie-hammer-interview-actor-sexual-misconduct-allegations-cannibal-fetish-bdsm-1235317346/Entertainment Tonight - Ben Affleck goes viral with his serious facial expressions at 2023 Grammys: https://www.etonline.com/ben-affleck-goes-viral-with-his-serious-facial-expressions-at-2023-grammys-198613?ampWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Suzanne breaks down the facts about why the Ozempic weight loss craze is so problematic. Then, Jay and Suzanne plan a party for the official end of the pandemic in the US, which Biden has randomly scheduled for May 11th.Plus - “Sit, Ubu, Sit”, Lilith Fair, Doppelgänger murders, and misplaced radioactive capsules. If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Fibronostalgia: Ubu Productions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubu_ProductionsLilith Fair: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilith_FairWait What:Washington Post - Woman suspected of killing Doppelgänger to fake her own death: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/01/31/germany-doppelganger-murder-ingolstadt/AP News - Australia mining company sorry for losing radioactive device: https://apnews.com/article/science-oddities-australia-government-perth-western-d44bde9c94e68ff4e22820474b67e832Pop Culture: NYPost - What is Ozempic and Why stars are risking aging faces for weight loss drug:https://nypost.com/article/what-is-ozempic-why-stars-risk-aging-faces-for-weight-loss-drug/The Unladylike Podcast - The Ozempic Weightloss Craze: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ozempic-weight-loss-craze/id1333193523?i=1000590720739Politics: Washington Post - Biden to end Covid health emergencies May 11th: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/01/30/biden-end-covid-health-emergencies-may-11/Newsweek - It’s time the scientific community admits we were wrong about Covid: https://www.newsweek.com/its-time-scientific-community-admit-we-were-wrong-about-coivd-it-cost-lives-opinion-1776630Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today panic boils over as Jay alerts Suzanne that the Democrats are coming for her gas stove. Then, Suzanne lays out the facts surrounding the new involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin. Plus - PJ Harvey, “Chief”, Seven, potential proof of Santa Claus, and a very interesting to explore the divides between political parties. If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Fibronostalgia: Björk w/ PJ Harvey - I Can't Get No Satisfaction 1994 BRIT Award: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8RFignlzaMSeven: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_(1995_film)Wait What: YouGov - Religion Survey: https://twitter.com/ProfDBernstein/status/1617885543756615683APNews - Results released in girl’s request for DNA evidence of Santa: https://apnews.com/article/oddities-new-york-city-rhode-island-29141aa980ff0c56665ef016594cf506Politics: NPR - Gas stoves became part of the culture war in less than a week - here’s why: https://www.npr.org/2023/01/21/1150397853/gas-stoves-became-part-of-the-culture-war-in-less-than-a-week-heres-whyPop Culture: Vox - Alec Baldwin’s criminal charges and Rust’s chaotic production, explained: https://www.vox.com/culture/23562397/rust-shooting-alec-baldwin-involuntary-manslaughter-chargeWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Jay shares a hopeful sign that inflation might be slowing down. Then, Suzanne recounts details of the tragic death of Lisa Marie Presley. Plus - The Freshmaker, Luck Wisconsin Lotto winnings, Sausage roll world records, Biden’s documents, Adventures in Babysitting, and a whole new segment: Can We Say That?! If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Can We Say That?  -  Rule of Thumb: https://freakonomics.com/2011/07/rule-of-thumb/Fibronostaliga: Mentos, The Freshmaker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpp3ycMvQd0“It’s 10 o’clock, do you know where your children are?”https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Do_you_know_where_your_children_are%3FWait what: AP - Store in Luck, Wisonsin sells $15 million dollar lottery ticket: https://apnews.com/article/business-wisconsin-madison-05091a8945f647c482acf809fb1a79dahttps://thesoutherneronline.com/89623/news/georgia-lottery-funds-hope-scholarship-supports-students/UPI - Man catches sausage roll in his mouth for Guinness World Record: https://www.upi.com/amp/Odd_News/2023/01/10/Guinness-World-Records-David-Rush-throw-and-catch-sausage-roll-mouth/8371673367699/Politics: Wall Street Journal - Shopper Rebellion Against Higher Prices Helps Slow Inflation: https://www.wsj.com/articles/shopper-rebellion-against-higher-prices-helps-slow-inflation-11673902808?mod=economy_lead_pos4Pop Culture: People - Lisa Marie Presley had a family history of heart disease, what to know: https://people.com/health/lisa-marie-presley-had-a-family-history-of-heart-disease-what-to-know/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Jay details the intense mess that Kevin McCarthy had on his hands as he attempted to lock in votes for Speaker of the House. Then, Suzanne updates us on Jen Shah, the Real Housewife of Salt Lake City who was just sentenced to 6 ½ years in prison for defrauding the elderly. Plus: Prince Harry’s new book, Melancholy and the Infinite Sadness, Dinosaurs, meatpacking magnate statue beheadings, and the banished words of 2023. If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168LinksWait What: Sky News - 10 Words Banished For 2023: https://news.sky.com/story/these-10-words-have-been-banished-for-2023-and-there-are-some-you-use-12778801https://www.dictionary.com/e/slang/shitshow/https://s.wsj.net/public/resources/documents/stanfordlanguage.pdfKTLA - A Northern California Statue of a Meat Packing Magnate Beheaded: https://ktla.com/strange-news/ap-strange-news/ap-northern-california-statue-of-meat-packing-magnate-beheaded/Fibronostalgia: Dinosaurs: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dinosaurs_(TV_series)https://www.vulture.com/2011/07/dinosaurs_fact_check.htmlMelon Collie and the Infinite Sadness: https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/17389-mellon-collie-and-the-infinite-sadness/Politics: CNN - McCarthy Speaker Fight Updates: https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/06/politics/mccarthy-speaker-fight-friday/index.htmlPop Culture: Vox - Jen Shah Sentenced to 6 ½ Years in Prison: https://www.vox.com/platform/amp/culture/2023/1/6/23542202/jen-shah-real-housewife-sentencing-78-monthsThe Bravo Docket Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bravo-docket/id1549568903Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week, Jay clues us in on the developments of Trump’s presidential campaign. …Or rather, the lack of developments. Then, Jay and Suzanne ask how Damar Hamlin’s horrific injury on Monday Night Football this week will affect the future of football, as it lays bare the dangerous nature of the game. Plus: New Wisconsin health codes, aggressive lung cancer greetings, The Badger Special, Runaway Train, and the meaning of Aaron Rodgers’ haircut.If you love the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon, where you’ll get access to exclusive content each week for as low as $5/week! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Fibronostaligia:The BOOK IT! Program: https://www.bookitprogram.com/ ‘Runaway Train’ by Soul Asylum:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Runaway_Train_(Soul_Asylum_song)  Waitwhat: AP News - “Judge: People can sell candy, cakes, cookies without license”: https://apnews.com/article/wisconsin-state-government-lawsuits-3b2e7f1d6ac827d3e196aa991faf7ee1 Huffington Post - “Medical Group’s Holiday Text Message Turns Into Stuff of Nightmares”: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/christmas-lung-cancer-message_n_63afe91ee4b0d6f0b9f3e837 Politics: AP News - “Trump rings in 2023 facing headwinds in his White House run”: https://apnews.com/article/2022-midterm-elections-politics-donald-trump-florida-united-states-government-fc01fb27748c815d2c6457ed31e69849 Palm Beach Post - “Trump’s New Year’s Eve Party at Mar-a-Lago”: https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/trump/2023/01/01/donald-trump-held-his-annual-new-years-eve-party-at-mar-a-lago/69765198007/ Daily Kos - “Trump starts 2023 with a New Year’s Eve press conference at Mar-a-Lago but nobody came”:https://m.dailykos.com/stories/2023/1/1/2144824/-HAHAHA-Trump-Starts-2023-with-a-New-Year-s-Eve-Press-Conference-at-Mar-a-Lago-but-Nobody-Came Pop Culture: CNN - Damar Hamlin News updates: https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/us/live-news/damar-hamlin-collapse-bills-bengals-game-intl-hnk/index.htmlWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Happy Holidays! Thanks for joining us for a great first year of Brand New Information. To celebrate the end of the year, we compiled some of our favorite behind the scenes outtakes! If you love unedited content like this, be sure to join us on our Patreon where you’ll get access to the unedited video version of each episode, among other great perks! Learn more about how to become a Patreon Patron here: http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Jay tells us about Elon Musk’s release of internal communications at Twitter, and the free speech implications they might reveal. Then, Suzanne begins awards season by sharing the 2023 Golden Globe nominations. Most importantly, learn all about our new Patreon, where you can support the show and gain access to exclusive content! Plus: Beautiful Girls, Payphone booths, Skiing Santas, and South Koreans’ automatic age change.  Get exclusive content by joining our Patreon - Tiers start at only $5/month! http://patreon.com/user?u=84038168Links: Wikipedia - Beautiful Girls (film): https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beautiful_Girls_(film)AP News - It’s all downhill for 300 skiing Santa’s, a Grinch, and a tree: https://apnews.com/article/maine-246a5203278ae4c78d00577c4c04b819NPR - South Koreans are getting a year younger, parliament rules: https://www.npr.org/2022/12/08/1141524578/south-korea-age-counting-koreans-youngerPirate Wires - The Fifth Estate: https://www.piratewires.com/p/the-fifth-estateVariety - Golden Globes 2023 Complete Nominations List: https://variety.com/2022/awards/awards/golden-globes-nominations-list-nominees-2-1235455667/amp/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Jay rounds up this week’s political headlines of the week, including the Senate election in Georgia, China’s easing of Covid restrictions and the guilty verdict that was just handed down in the Trump Org trial. Then, Suzanne gets us ready for the debut of “Harry & Meghan”, their new doc on Netflix. Plus: The White Lotus, Butterfinger + The Simpsons, Crystal Pepsi, and The Rat Czar.Fibronostalgia:https://www.casestudyinc.com/pepsi-crystal-fiasco/https://www.mashed.com/207062/the-real-reason-butterfingers-dont-taste-the-same-anymore/Wait What:https://apnews.com/article/new-york-city-rats-rodents-climate-and-environment-2391acc1f42b5da272ecba59903a3aa3Politics:https://www.politico.com/news/2022/12/06/trump-loses-again-georgia-runoff-results-00072685https://www.politico.com/news/2022/12/07/herschel-walker-georgia-senate-campaign-flaws-00072692https://www.wsj.com/articles/china-scraps-most-testing-quarantine-requirements-in-covid-19-policy-pivot-11670398522?mod=hp_lead_pos1Pop Culture: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/royal-family/harry-meghan-markle-netflix-ripple-of-hope-award-2022-b2240372.htmlWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Mom’s back on the pod for our latest mental health check in, and this week it’s all about the holidays. One of the best ways we’ve found to stay positive this season is to give! Here are some of our favorite charities to support during this time of year: Our Favorite Charities: https://shareourspare.org/ https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/givingfactorydirect/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA7bucBhCeARIsAIOwr-9G-dnPro_kNqQo8z95pqT_Kz_GSVBgfJv_AwKh1tnq80wNf9_Up0IaAl5MEALw_wcB https://www.wemarchfourth.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA7bucBhCeARIsAIOwr-8nvYdDNXnQRwSv7JJA2Y41HuxjWbmbTBdfBxd9sklFGr9HESvDfgEaAoePEALw_wcB https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank https://www.unitedway.org  Book Recommendation: “Authentic Happiness” - (affiliated link) https://amzn.to/3HcZQlfWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week, Suzanne walks us through the sordid tale of how designer fashion brand Balenciaga found themselves in hot water for seemingly promoting child pornography. Then, Jay tells us about the huge protests erupting around China against the country’s ‘Zero Covid’ draconian style lockdowns. Plus: feline stowaways, monks on meth, Must See TV, Shampoo Planet, and more. Links:Top Christmas Movies of All Time:https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/g38414559/top-christmas-movies-of-all-time/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=arb_ga_toc_m_bm_prog_lft_us_g38414559&gclid=Cj0KCQiAm5ycBhCXARIsAPldzoXnDvtpRp49vIfagV1R7ugSF1kHtwNmQjs5mchErB89Y-B0ILQjU48aAp01EALw_wcBFibronostalgia: NBC Must See TV: https://www.latimes.com/business/hollywood/la-et-st-nbc-must-see-tv-to-peak-tv-20190504-story.htmlhttps://www.tvinsider.com/gallery/nbc-thursday-night-comedies/#10 Shampoo Planet: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22312.Shampoo_Planet  Wait what: TSA Finds Cat in Checked Bag:https://apnews.com/article/oddities-new-york-cats-transportation-security-administration-0e982b74ccca14064960a4793e96e5fc Monks Test Positive for Meth in Thailand: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/monks-meth-temple-thailand/ News:What to Know About the Balenciaga Ad Scandal: https://www.thecut.com/2022/11/what-to-know-about-the-balenciaga-ad-scandal.html China’s Covid Lockdown Protests: https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/28/china/china-lockdown-protests-covid-explainer-intl-hnkWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Mom joins us for our Black Friday edition of the pod right in time to talk about Jack Smith, Merrick Garland’s appointment for Special Counsel to oversee the Trump investigations. Then, Suzanne catches us up on the sentencing of Theranos fraudster, Elizabeth Holmes. Plus: Thanksgiving cancellations, mystic mammals, our Mike Pence book review, Boebert watch, and the kitchen sink.Metro UK - Psychic ferret predicts how England will do in first World Cup match: https://metro.co.uk/2022/11/18/psychic-ferret-predicts-how-england-will-do-in-first-world-cup-match-17785457/CNN - Democrat concedes to GOP rep Lauren Boebert in tight Colorado house race:https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2022/11/18/politics/lauren-boebert-recount-colorado-adam-frisch/index.htmlNew York Times - Trump faces a new Special Counsel; https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/21/podcasts/the-daily/special-counsel-trump-garland.amp.htmlCBS News - Theranos’ Elizabeth Holmes sentenced to 11 years for fraud: https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/elizabeth-holmes-sentenced-theranos-fraud-11-years/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Things are dark in Trumpland, so much so that Kimberly Guilfoyle dressed like she was going to a goth funeral at Tiffany Trump’s wedding! This week, Jay and Suzanne talk about how the elections are panning out, how Trump’s presidential announcement didn’t exactly excite the nation, and how miserable he looked at his daughter’s wedding. Plus - The Year of Jay, Clerks, Nirvana, Mark Wahlberg’s deep thoughts, and Harry Styles’ Skittle injury. Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

As promised, today Suzanne and Jay share their thoughts on Matthew Perry’s new memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing”. Fair warning: spoilers abound as they discuss the main takeaways from the book, which include addiction, stories from the set of ‘Friends’, and oddly enough… Keanu Reeves. Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Today, Jay walks us through what we can learn from the results of the election, which surprisingly wasn’t a blood bath for Democrats. Learn why it was a great night for Democrats and DeSantis, a terrible night for Trump, and whether or not we can still trust polling. AP - 2022 Midterm Election Results: https://apnews.com/article/2022-midterm-election-live-updates-results-nov-9-23288e9f402c0e2c9896c9b37023449e USA Today - Election Obituaries: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2022/11/07/midterm-elections-obituaries-voting-push/10660070002/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! We’re now on YouTube! Check out the full unedited episode here!

The 2022 US Midterm Election is just days away, and Jay and Suzanne are here to brief you on what’s happening in the polls on the final days before we vote. Learn what to expect, what’s at stake, and why it is so important for you to vote! Plus - First impression of Matthew Perry’s new book, Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover, home decor shaming, Miss Cleo, and Toad the Wet Sprocket Tune in next week for an emergency pod once the returns come in! https://www.yourtango.com/entertainment/why-do-people-hate-elon-musk?amp https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miss_Cleo Wait What: Your Tango - Why do people hate Elon Musk? https://www.yourtango.com/entertainment/why-do-people-hate-elon-musk?amp Wall Street Journal - How to Avoid the 5 Worst Living Room Design Mistakes:https://www.wsj.com/articles/living-room-interior-design-mistakes-how-to-avoid-11666892680?mod=Searchresults_pos1&page=1 Fibronostalgia:  Miss Cleo: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miss_Cleo Toad the Wet Sprocket: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toad_the_Wet_Sprocket PoliticsFiveThirtyEight - 2022 Election Forecast: Senate https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2022-election-forecast/senate/?cid=rrpromo Politico - The Biden Gap and The Partisan Poll Flood: https://www.politico.com/news/2022/11/01/biden-gap-senate-surveys-00064362

Today, Jay continues our tour of Senate races with a stop in Ohio, where Dem. nominee Tim Ryan is being left to fend for himself against J.D. Vance as the national party opts not to invest in the race. Jay questions why. Then, Suzanne tells us about how German athletic wear company Adidas has finally dropped their Yeezy partnership in light of Kanye West’s incessant antisemitic remarks. Jay and Suzanne ask: is Ye being ‘canceled’? Or is he being ‘fired’? And what’s the difference? Plus: Sinead O’Connor, Contact lens horror stories, TYME Machines, and a ranked list of the best (and worst) Friends characters. Fibronostalgia: “Nothing Compares” on Showtime: https://www.sho.com/titles/3516714/nothing-comparesSky News: Doctor removes 23 contact lenses from eye of patient who forgot to take them out for almost a month: https://news.sky.com/story/doctor-removes-23-contact-lenses-from-eye-of-patient-who-forgot-to-take-them-out-for-almost-a-month-12720149 Wait What: Washington Post - Liberal lawmakers urge Biden to rethink Ukraine strategy: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/10/24/biden-ukraine-liberals/  Politics:  Business Insider - Ohio Democratic Senate Nominee Tim Ryan questions why national party hasn’t invested in his race: https://www.businessinsider.com/tim-ryan-jd-vance-ohio-senate-race-national-democrats-money-2022-10 FiveThirtyEight - Ohio Senate Election Forecast:https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2022-election-forecast/senate/ohio/Pop culture: Forbes - Adidas Stands To Lose $650 Million After Dropping Kanye’s Yeezy Line—‘Right Decision,’ Analyst Sayshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/dereksaul/2022/10/25/adidas-stock-drops-6-as-company-takes-247-million-loss-on-kanye/amp/USA Today - Ye loses billionaire status, Adidas ends partnership over 'dangerous' antisemitic remarkshttps://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2022/10/25/adidas-drops-ye-kanye-west-partnership-antisemitic/10594763002/

Dr. Oz is going after John Fetterman’s recent stroke in the Pennsylvania senate race. Today, Jay poses the question: Should a candidate's health be fair game in a campaign? Then, Suzanne educates Jay on the long and dramatic history between Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber, and how a single photo this week might finally put it all to rest. Wait, What? The Guardian: Coffins left hanging in air after second Naples cemetery collapse this yearhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/oct/18/coffins-left-hanging-in-air-after-second-naples-cemetery-collapse-this-yearNPR: California bakers create a life sized Han Solo out of breadhttps://www.npr.org/2022/10/17/1129434696/2-california-bakers-create-a-life-sized-han-solo-out-of-breadFibronostalgiaBusiness Insider: The origins of stuffed crust pizza: https://www.businessinsider.com/stuffed-crust-pizza-origins-2013-2Singled Out:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPzrkORZ58kPoliticsWashington Post- John Fetterman’s health sparks contentious debate in final stretch: https://www.washingtonpost.com/elections/2022/10/16/fetterman-health-pennsylvania-senate/Pop culture Buzzfeed - Hailey Bieber And Selena Gomez Posed For A Photo Together One Month After Hailey Insisted There’s “No Drama” Between Them: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniesoteriou/selena-gomez-hailey-bieber-history-drama-photoWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! We’re now on YouTube! Check out the full unedited episode here! 

Today Jay shares insights from yet another midterm race: this time the senate race from Wisconsin. Hear how the Republicans have hardened their attacks on crime once again, and how, unfortunately, it might be working. Then, Suzanne lists Kanye West’s increasingly troubling actions, from White Lives Matter t-shirts to making direct threats against Jews and praising Hitler. New York Times - Democrats Worry as GOP Attack Ads Take Toll in Wisconsin: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/06/us/politics/mandela-barnes-wisconsin-senate.htmlPolitico - Down in polls, Mandela Barnes looks for big name reinforcements in Wisconsin: https://www.politico.com/news/2022/10/13/mandela-calls-democrats-before-midterms-00061603Daily Mail - The Worst Emojis of 2022: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/real-life/article-11301843/The-worst-emojis-use-2022-Passive-aggressive-thumbs-used-old-people.htmlForbes - Kanye’s Troubles Deepens as Ex TMZ Staffer Says Star Praised Hitler: https://www.forbes.com/sites/marisadellatto/2022/10/12/kanyes-troubles-deepen-ex-tmz-staffer-says-star-praised-hitler-podcast-kills-interview/amp/Pair of Levi’s sold at auction for $76,000: https://www.instagram.com/p/CjoZ6-mLks2/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! We’re now on YouTube! Check out the full unedited episode here! 

Today, Jay brings us details about the bombshell news story that revealed that Pro-life Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker had paid for a past girlfriend’s abortion. Then, Suzanne digs into the weird world of crypto while telling us about Kim Kardashian’s $1.26 million SEC fine for advertising EthereumMax. The Daily Beast - Pro Life Herschel Walker Paid for Girlfriend’s Abortion: https://www.thedailybeast.com/pro-life-herschel-walker-paid-for-girlfriends-abortion-georgia-senateFiveThirtyEight -  Senate Election Forecast: https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2022-election-forecast/senate/New York Magazine - Kim Kardashian Paid a Huge Fine for Being a Crypto Grifter: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2022/10/kim-kardashian-paid-a-huge-fine-for-being-a-crypto-grifter.htmlWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! We’re now on YouTube! Check out the full unedited episode here! 

Today Jay tackles the polls, which show that the Republicans are in big trouble after June’s wildly unpopular Dobb’s decision. Suzanne helps us understand the online backlash against the new Netflix release, ‘Dahmer’. Then, Suzanne and Jay detail their entirely too close for comfort connections with Wisconsin serial killers. Especially their schoolmate: The Bone Breaker Killer. Medium - Joe Clark - The Bone Breaker Killer: https://medium.com/@crimewaffles/joe-clark-the-bone-breaker-killer-25f24c24306cMashable - Why Netflix’s ‘Dahmer’ series has sparked a backlash online: https://mashable.com/article/jeffery-dahmer-netflix-backlash-criticism-whyFiveThirtyEight  - Latest Polls: https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/polls/Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

Mom joins us this week for our first monthly mental health momcast! In these special episodes we will chat about the state of mental health, both in our personal lives and in society at large. Today we veer into the world of generational divides. Suzanne shares why Gen X is considered a lost generation, Jay expands on his disdain for Boomers, and mom points out the ways that these generations are similar (though both generations loathe to admit it!) Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! 

This week Suzanne tells us all about the sketchy Mississippi welfare scam that Brett Favre has been caught up in. Then, Jay shares some heartbreaking takeaways from The Lancet Medical Journal’s commission on lessons from the pandemic response surrounding school closures. Mississippi Today - Former Gov. Phil Bryant helped Brett Favre secure welfare funding for USM volleyball stadium, texts reveal: https://mississippitoday.org/2022/09/13/phil-bryant-brett-favre-welfare/J.G. Allen’s Twitter thread about The Lancet’s commission results: https://twitter.com/j_g_allen/status/1571091841990402050Want more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram! We’re now on YouTube! Check out the full unedited episode here! 

This week, Jay clues us in on a sketchy tactic that the Democrats are using in this year’s primary elections. While they may finally be playing to win, they are definitely playing with fire. Then, Suzanne walks us through the latest happenings within the British Royal Family as Queen Elizabeth is laid to rest; with lead caskets, the new king’s sausage fingers, Nostradamus prophecies and more. Washington Post - Democrats spend tens of millions amplifying far right candidates in nine states: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/09/12/democrats-interfere-republican-primaries/Marca - Nostradamus predicted King Charles III might abdicate the throne and who takes his place: https://www.marca.com/en/lifestyle/uk-news/2022/09/13/6320d7be46163f6d888b45fa.htmlNewsweek - Prince William handed 1.2 billion dollar property portfolio as next in line to throne: https://www.newsweek.com/prince-william-inherits-1-2bn-property-portfolio-next-line-throne-king-charles-queen-death-1741971NYPost - Butcher trolls King Charles by selling his sausage fingers: https://nypost.com/2022/09/14/butcher-trolls-king-charles-by-selling-his-sausage-fingers/amp/

In another gain for Democrats, Alaska’s lone representative seat was flipped in a special election last week, and ranked choice voting was a big element in that result. Today, Jay explains how ranked choice voting works and why the voting format holds a lot of promise for use in future elections. Then, Suzanne breaks down the bizarrely tangled web of drama coming from the cast and director “Don’t Worry, Darling”, a film which premiered this week at the Venice Film Festival. Let us know on Instagram - Do you think Harry Styles spit on Chris Pine?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpevmmSyNk8Washington Post - “Don’t Worry, Darling” We’ll Brrak Down All the Drama For You: https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2022/09/06/dont-worry-darling-press-tour/NPR - Democrat May Peltola tops Sarah Palin to win U.S. House special election in Alaska: https://www.npr.org/2022/08/31/1120327126/palin-peltola-begich-alaska-special-house-election-resultsFairvote.org - All About Ranked Choice Voting: https://www.fairvote.org/ranked_choice_votingWant more Brand New Information? Connect with us on Instagram @brandnewinformationpod + on Twitter @brandnewinfopodPlus! Follow Jay on Instagram & Twitter, and Suzanne on Instagram!