Each week, Eddie and Jason research current events, each from different sources and angles, to present well-researched facts and offer their unique commentary. Sometimes they’ll sit with panelists and guests, from musicians to politicians. This show doesn’t take itself too seriously but strives to be informative. With humor and delivery similar to The Daily Show, It’s News to Us is a dissection of the biggest headlines, American politics, and pop-culture.
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Bullets and Ballots: Navigating Gun Violence in America
We delve into recent American mass shootings and examine possible solutions to the epidemic. Like the controversial Texas bill proposing to train third graders in the use of battlefield tourniquets. Plus, we examine studies that reveal a correlation between decreased violent crime rates and various gun control measures.
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AI-Apocalypse, Disney VS DeSantis, and The Offspring’s Todd…
A pioneering researcher and the so-called “Godfather of AI,” Geoffrey Hinton, quit his role at Google so he could more freely speak about the dangers of AI. Then, the latest in Disney VS. DeSantis. Also, punk rock legend Todd Morse, the bassist for The Offspring, debuts new music.
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Bribes, Badges, and Boot Scootin’ Bans
From Gavels to Gucci….. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ decades-long luxury gift-gate, sponsored by your friendly GOP mega donor! Then, buckle up for a buddy-cop adventure gone wrong, with two men who dared to open a secret NYPD branch in the Big Apple, all for the Chinese government! And finally, we’ll take a trip to Montana, where TikTok dances have been outlawed, and residents are mourning the loss of their 15 seconds of fame.
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The Donald’s in the Doghouse
Will the Stormy seas subside, or is this just the first of many legal tsunamis on the horizon? We’re navigating the Trump legal monsoon, from Stormy Daniels to Georgia’s investigation into Trump’s 2020 election interference and his 11,780-vote treasure hunt, to Special Counsel Jack Smith’s probe into Trump’s classified material handling and potential FBI obstruction.
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TikTok Takedown, Idaho’s Itchy Trigger Fingers, and Grand…
Imagine a world without viral dance challenges (a tragedy or a blessing?): the unprecedented potential ban on TikTok. And… In Idaho the governor has signed a bill allowing execution by firing squad – a step back in time or an Old West reenactment gone wrong? Then, we sit down for an exclusive interview with a former grand juror in the Southern District of New York, the same district that charged Michael Cohen.
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Stormy Days, French Frays, and Anti-Woke Woes
First up, we dive into the Trump Tower of turmoil as The Don faces possible criminal charges in New York for a hush-hush payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. Is this a hailstorm DJT can weather? Next, we take a trip across the pond to France, where civil unrest is as common as baguettes and berets. Will the French find a way to say “c’est la vie” to the situation? Finally, we zoom back to the States for a legal showdown in the Sunshine State. A court has rejected Governor Ron DeSantis’ Anti-Woke law. Will this ruling stir up… Read more »
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From Silicon Valley to Silicon Alley-oops
With tech startups being one of their main sources of business, the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has sent shockwaves through the industry. Looks like tech brows now have to sell their ping pong tables to make rent. Also, time to trade in the backpack for a briefcase! Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders approved a bill eliminating a requirement for children under 16 to obtain state documentation in order to work. Plus, a couple of airplane hacks: how to get an entire row to yourself while also getting the people in front of you to shut the hell up
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Fascists, Funnies, and Four-Day Work Weeks
Bernie Sanders wants a four-day work week, meanwhile republicans want to make drag shows a felony. Controversial topics making headlines this week, including Tennessee Republicans voting to make drag shows felonies, the cancellation of the iconic comic strip Dilbert, accusations that Florida Governor DeSantis is a dangerous fascist, and Bernie Sanders’ advocacy for a four-day work week.
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When Fox News Fair and Balanced becomes Fibs…
Dominion Voting Machines is suing Fox News for defamation. Fox News says they’re not worried though – they’re pretty sure they can find a way to blame it all on Hillary Clinton. Joe Biden visited Ukraine and pledged $500 million in military aid to the country. In response, President Zelensky said, “Wow, that’s a lot of money! Do you take Venmo?”
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Week of February 6th, 2023
Republicans are blaming Biden for letting a suspected Chinese spy balloon cross into the US. It happened 3 times during the Trump administration. An earthquake rocks Turkey, and more.
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Week of January 30th, 2023
The murder of Tyre Nichols, Trump is apparently on legal notice, why conservatives are accusing the Xbox of being woke and more.
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Week of January 23rd, 2023
A look at Biden and Trump’s classified document scandals, how they’re similar and how they’re different. The 50th anniversary of Roe V. Wade and more.
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