Episode 18 opens with the release of American detainees from China, highlighting diplomatic efforts and the implications for U.S.-China relations. The episode transitions to Black Friday shopping trends, providing insights and predictions for the holiday season. Environmental issues are covered next, focusing on the recent oil spill in Puerto Rico and forecasts of solar storms, examining their potential impacts. Political headlines include Trump's recent conversations, Thanksgiving tensions, and new appointments that are shaping the political landscape. The episode concludes with a look into Pete Hegseth's police report and Howard Lutnick's new role, shedding light on their significance.

(0:00) Welcome and introduction

(0:28) Release of American detainees from China

(3:03) Black Friday shopping trends and predictions

(6:28) Environmental issues: Oil spill in Puerto Rico and Solar storms forecast

(11:01) Political headlines: Trump's conversations, Thanksgiving tensions, and new appointments

(14:41) Pete Hegseth police report and Howard Lutnick's new role