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There’s more news and less comprehension today than any historical period that didn’t involve literal witch trials, and trying to stay on top of it all can feel like playing a game of telephone with 30 people, except everyone’s speaking at the same time and like a third of them are openly racist for some reason. From Cracked co-founder Jack O’Brien, THE DAILY ZEITGEIST is stepping into that fray w... more

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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, Thi... more

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!

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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 Th... more

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!

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Recent Guests

Greta Titelman
Stand-up comedian, writer, performer
Various/Comedy circuits
Episode: Journey’s MAGA Journey, ALIEN BREEDING > Epstein Files 04.03.26
Jackie Kashian
Stand-up comedian and podcast guest
The Dork Forest (guest on the show)
Episode: MTV’s White House Cabinet, Presidential BRIBE-rary 04.02.26
Chris Renfro
Comedian, actor, and podcaster
Various (as introduced on the show)
Episode: Cigar Bro Hacked!? Ninja Goebbels Wobbling? 03.31.26
Mort Burr
Comedian, improviser, skateboarder
Guest on the episode
Episode: Trendsay Grahams' Disney Adventure 3/30: No Kings Day, TSA, Lindsay Graham @ Disney World, Trump vs CPAC?, Tiger Woods, Formula 1 KitKat Heist
Brandie Posey
Comedian, writer, producer, known for Lady to Lady; guest on the episode
Episode: Icon #16 - The Easter Bunny: Our Forgotten May Queen
Polonium Polavigunale
Hilarious stand-up comedian, writer, actor, improviser
Episode: Weekly Zeitgeist 424 (Best of 3/23/26-3/27/26)
Josh Dean
Journalist, true crime podcaster
Campside Media
Episode: Jesus vs Climate Change, Worst Legal Improv Ever? 03.27.26
Rory Scovel
Comedian, writer
Crimeless Podcast
Episode: Jesus vs Climate Change, Worst Legal Improv Ever? 03.27.26
Ben Palmer
Comedian known for prank-based online stunts
Palmer Trolls (YouTube)
Episode: Weekly Zeitgeist 423 (Best of 3/16/26-3/20/26)

Hosts

Jack O'Brien
Host and co-founder of the show, with a background as a media writer and comedian, frequently guiding discussions with sharp political analysis and humor.
Miles Gray
Co-host, known for political insight delivered with comedic framing and quick-witted banter.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 7.8k ratings
  • Come Back, Jack

    This show goes off the rails whenever Jack is out

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    which was the style @ the time
    United States11 days ago
  • I

    Love this show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sasa-99
    United Kingdom13 days ago
  • PvG just can’t stop

    PvG just needs to stop talking and learn to listen. There seems to be a complete block that keeps her from just shutting up and letting others speak. She over talked Caitlin constantly. Just STOP!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Me number 10
    United States15 days ago
  • Veitgang

    I found Jack’s Cracked podcast just as it was ending. Followed him here. Lot of people contribute to making this a great podcast, and they really have created a community around it, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mjayd2
    United States17 days ago
  • My favourite habit

    I have a deeply worrying and strange parasocial relationship with Jack and Miles - I love this show, the heart and soul they put into it is clear every day. Shout out to JM too, the man behind the scenes. Came for the cracked, stayed for the…I dunno…the screaming?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jakethepeg29!
    United Kingdom17 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' chemistry and humor, and many cite learning new things while being entertained.
A subset of listeners feels coverage can be biased or over-satirized at times, with critiques aimed at the hosts' tone or decision to foreground certain topics over others.
The show is praised for balancing news accuracy with accessible, entertaining banter and strong guest selections.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#128
United States/News
Apple Podcasts
#99
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#243
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#138
Finland/News
Apple Podcasts
#184
Saudi Arabia/News
Apple Podcasts
#186
New Zealand/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Dead-a-Verse, Afroman WINS! 03.20.26
Q: Ramzi, what is something you think is underrated in our current discourse?
Real productive conflict is underrated; the ability to argue, disagree, and still maintain relationships is essential for progress and understanding, especially in academic and cultural discussions where complexity is abundant.
R.I.P. Bigfoot? Zero Introspection = Lambo 03.18.26
Q: Where can people find you online?
Amy provides her Instagram and website handles for fans to follow her dates and work.
R.I.P. Bigfoot? Zero Introspection = Lambo 03.18.26
Q: What is something you think is overrated?
The panel pokes fun at making green beer with food coloring as overrated and suggest more traditional, subtler approaches to celebrating cultural holidays.
R.I.P. Bigfoot? Zero Introspection = Lambo 03.18.26
Q: What is something you think is underrated?
Amy argues that corned beef and cabbage is underrated as a year-round comfort food, not just a holiday dish, reflecting a practical, culinary side to her tastes.
R.I.P. Bigfoot? Zero Introspection = Lambo 03.18.26
Q: Amy, what is something from your search history that is revealing about who you are?
Amy shares that she studied St. Patrick's Day themes from Irish folklore and explored the leprechaun myth extensively, revealing an interest in myth, culture, and how historical narratives influence modern media.

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2. Jackie Kashian
3. Chris Renfro
4. Mort Burr
5. Brandie Posey
6. Polonium Polavigunale
7. Josh Dean
8. Rory Scovel

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