Episodes

  • BONUS: Trump draws GOP ire by refusing so sign bipartisan housing bill, then scuffles with Republican senator - plus travel tips for Europe and the Midwest

    BONUS: Trump draws GOP ire by refusing so sign bipartisan housing bill, then scuffles with Republican senator - plus travel tips for Europe and the Midwest
    Jun 25 2026
    President Donald Trump is suddenly sparring with members of his own party over Iran and a bipartisan housing bill. We break that down, plus the latest rules on airline travel to Europe and the best foodie destinations in the Midwest.
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    20 mins
  • BONUS: Mamdani as kingmaker: Is there a Seismic shift in American politics?

    BONUS: Mamdani as kingmaker: Is there a Seismic shift in American politics?
    Jun 24 2026
    The "Mamdani Effect" was in full force during this week's primaries -- Does it mean a larger shift in American politics? We dive into that and into how American politics have gotten so polarizing.
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    27 mins
  • BONUS: 'It'll take a lot to recover from higher prices:' false promises and confusion over end of war in Iran

    BONUS: 'It'll take a lot to recover from higher prices:' false promises and confusion over end of war in Iran
    Jun 23 2026
    As the rhetoric keeps changing about what we were trying to do in Iran and whether it succeeded, some are at their breaking point, including farmers. WWL's Newell Normand asks why a clear truth seems to be such a challenge. We also dive into the truth about frozen yogurt and whether it's actually healthier than ice cream.
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    22 mins
  • BONUS: Student loan rules about to change: here's what you need to know, plus Trump releases a gold phone, and a review of the Iran deal

    BONUS: Student loan rules about to change: here's what you need to know, plus Trump releases a gold phone, and a review of the Iran deal
    Jun 18 2026
    We get the finer points of the Memo of Understanding signed between the U.S. and Iran, plus we discuss the massive lottery payout awaiting the next winner, review the new golden Trump phone and find out what it's like to move an entire mastodon skeleton from one school to another.
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    17 mins
  • BONUS: Report: Shocking number of teens 'dating' an AI chatbot - is a social media ban for kids the answer?

    BONUS: Report: Shocking number of teens 'dating' an AI chatbot - is a social media ban for kids the answer?
    Jun 17 2026
    A new report that outlines exactly how many teens say they're dating at AI chatbot underscores the isolation today's youth experience in a digital world. We dive into that, plus the remarkable story of an eagled on the road to recovery after his nest collapsed and a debate around 'competency' based high school diplomas.
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    25 mins
  • BONUS: 'Could've been catastrophic:' How a parent and joint task force stopped a White House attack

    BONUS: 'Could've been catastrophic:' How a parent and joint task force stopped a White House attack
    Jun 16 2026
    Get the latest on how an alleged terror plot tied to the UFC fight on the White House lawn was discovered and stopped. Plus, the president of MIT argues that federal cuts to funding could affect generations of breakthroughs and a new law that bans suing oil and gas companies for climate change is discussed.
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    24 mins
  • BONUS: Oil moves in minutes, gas moves in weeks:' what to expect after the Iran deal - plus is it really a ceasefire or just a pause?

    BONUS: Oil moves in minutes, gas moves in weeks:' what to expect after the Iran deal - plus is it really a ceasefire or just a pause?
    Jun 15 2026
    President Donald Trump announced a deal with Iran and while some are jumping for joy, others are tempered and wondering if it's actually a ceasefire or just a pause. Experts weigh in on that, plus when to expect oil and gas prices to come down. We also explore the Space X IPO.
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    22 mins
  • BONUS: Something has to give! Teen takeovers explode across the US - plus scrambling to fill World Cup stadiums

    BONUS: Something has to give! Teen takeovers explode across the US - plus scrambling to fill World Cup stadiums
    Jun 11 2026
    Teen takeovers are already the bane of summer for law enforcement. But what's the answer. We dive in. And then there's a lesson in soccer for the World Cup and an exploration of why so many tickets are still available.
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    19 mins