Is The Mic Still On

This week, the crew unpacks a heavy run of news and viral moments. Newly released Epstein files spark fresh questions, federal agents raid a voting center in Georgia, and Don Lemon is arrested. The episode also dives into Tracy Morgan’s viral confrontation and wraps with Pass the Mic questions from the community.

Timestamps
05:33 – Fun Facts
28:55 – Best Thing Seen
28:05 – The Epstein Files Unveiled
70:33 – Don Lemon Arrested
80:00 – Tracy Morgan’s Confrontation
94:30 – Pass the Mic Questions

Stories Discussed

• Voting center raided by federal agents in Georgia
  https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fbi-raid-in-georgia-highlights-trumps-preoccupation-with-the-2020-election

• Don Lemon arrested during Minnesota protest
  https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/30/don-lemon-minnesota-protest-charges

• Tracy Morgan’s viral confrontation with an unhoused man
  https://www.bet.com/article/bkamzd/tracy-morgans-viral-confrontation-with-an-unhoused-man-sparks-debate

• New Epstein files released
  https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/30/politics/takeaways-epstein-files-release

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In this episode, we dive into some wild stories and topics. We start with a fun fact about the classic TV show Gilligan's Island, where the creators based the characters on the Seven Deadly Sins. Then, we discuss a supposed news story about Lil Wayne opening a free medical clinic in Atlanta, which turns out to be a viral hoax. We also talk about the Breakfast Club's move to Netflix and the potential reasons behind it. Additionally, we discuss the recent incident in Minneapolis where a man was killed by ICE agents, and the broader implications of their actions.

Timestamps
00:11 – Intro
06:03 – Fun Facts
10:15 – Best Thing Seen
44:24 – RIP Alex Pretti
1:14:02 – Don Lemon
1:24:40 – Olympic Snowboarder Turned Cartel Member
1:27:50 – Meta’s AI Restrictions for Teens
1:37:35 – The “No Contact with Parents” Generation
1:51:40 – Pass the Mic

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This episode is a wild ride. We're talkin' about everything from a dude gettin' arrested for yellin' at the Social Security office to a white supremacist gettin' his ass kicked by a crowd in Minneapolis. We also dive into the world of Tyler Perry, where he's buildin' a studio to train young black creators, but some folks are callin' him out for some shady allegations. And, of course, we're talkin' about the importance of community and how it can affect our worldview. It's a real conversation, folks.

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This week’s episode kicks off the new year with explosive headlines and culture moments. Join the crew as they react, debate, and break it all down.

Timestamps
• 21:08 | Fun Facts
• 25:10 | Best Thing Seen
• 34:35 | ICE Kills Renee Goo
• 1:36:05 | Maduro Captured and Jailed
• 1:43:45 | Adin Ross vs. Glasses Malone (Doechii beef)
• 1:58:56 | Pass the Mic Returns

This Week’s Topics

1. ICE kills Renee Good: A federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis resulted in the fatal shooting of Renée Nicole Good, sparking nationwide protests and unrest.

2. Maduro captured and jailed: Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was seized during a U.S. military strike and flown to New York to face federal criminal charges, including narco-terrorism and drug trafficking.

3. Adin Ross vs. Doechii beef: The online entertainment clash between streamer Adin Ross and artist Doechii escalates, prompting hot takes from influencers and fans. (source provided)

4. Pass the Mic Returns: The crew re-launches Pass the Mic with fresh takes and new energy.

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This week, the crew reacts to newly discussed Epstein files, Jake Paul’s latest fall, and Kai Cenat opening up about his mental health. The episode wraps with a broader conversation about music today, expectations, and what’s changed in how we listen.

Timestamps
• 03:10 | Fun Facts
• 11:20 | Best Thing Seen
• 18:01 | Epstein Files
• 44:27 | Jake Paul Falls
• 65:48 | Kai Cenat & Mental Health
• 81:57 | Music Today & Expectations

This Week’s Topics

• Epstein files and the ongoing fallout

• Jake Paul’s latest loss and what it means

• Kai Cenat opens up about his mental health — are we finally turning a corner?
  https://x.com/KaiCenat/status/2001002072918167561?s=20

• Is sampling R. Kelly now completely off limits?
  https://www.theroot.com/21-savage-r-kelly-sample-sparks-hip-hop-debate-2000079843

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This week, the crew digs into the fallout surrounding Sherrone Moore, before ending on a more reflective note about the first time music really hit us.

Timestamps
• 02:40 | Fun Facts
• 02:38 | Best Thing Seen
• 35:36 | Sherrone Moore
• 86:58 | Epstein Photos Released
• 88:37 | Teens Shot While Stealing Packages
• 101:32 | First Time We Fell in Love With Music

This Week’s Topics

1. University of Michigan fires head coach Sherrone Moore, then arrests him — and the debate around whether he “let Black people down” →
   https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/11/sport/college-football-ncaa-sherrone-moore-dismissal-arrest

2. Teens shot while stealing packages during the holiday season →
   https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/2-men-shot-1-critically-221953798.html

3. Trump administration says sign language interpreters hurt Trump’s image →
   https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-administration-says-sign-language-165203170.html

4. Epstein photos released and what they reveal

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This week, the crew breaks down one of the biggest entertainment stories of the year, Netflix acquiring Warner Bros., plus Pete Hegseth’s “double tap” controversy, Sydney Sweeney’s response to critics, and Pharrell addressing backlash to his political comments.

Timestamps
• 01:34 | Fun Facts
• 09:23 | Best Thing Seen
• 38:27 | Netflix Buys Warner Bros.
• 78:53 | Pete Hegseth “Double Tap”
• 95:12 | Pharrell Responds to Critics
• 118:05 | Sydney Sweeney

This Week’s Topics

1. Netflix buys Warner Bros. in $82.7B deal (Trending) →
   https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-82-7-billion-deal-1236601034/

2. “Who’s the first person you’d talk to in heaven?” — Crew discussion

3. Is Trump restarting the war on drugs? →
   https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/06/politics/war-on-drugs-trump-boat-strikes-venezuela

4. Sydney Sweeney addresses American Eagle backlash →
   https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle-campaign-rcna247738

5. Pharrell responds to political criticism →
   https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/soundbite-pharrell-williams-responds-backlash-102000162.html

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This week, the crew tackles a heavy mix of headlines — including a tragic National Guard shooting, Pharrell’s viral take on politics, Trump using the R-word toward a senator, and Juelz Santana’s controversial claim that kids don’t need to learn how to read.

Timestamps
• 04:03 | Fun Facts • 19:38 | Best Thing Seen • 29:01 | National Guard Shooting • 43:01 | Pharrell’s Comments on Politics • 86:44 | Trump Uses R-Word Toward Indiana Senator

This Week’s Topics

1. National Guard shooting at migrant shelter →
   https://apnews.com/article/asylum-decisions-paused-national-guard-shooting-3459a0a773cfa40c90751b43e38f5db6

2. Pharrell says he hates politics, calls it a “magic trick” →
   https://nypost.com/2025/11/19/media/pharrell-williams-says-he-hates-politics-calls-it-a-magic-trick/

3. Trump uses the R-word toward an Indiana senator →
   https://news.yahoo.com/articles/indiana-state-senator-says-hes-010745846.html

4. Juelz Santana claims kids don’t need to learn how →
   https://nypost.com/2025/11/19/media/pharrell-williams-says-he-hates-politics-calls-it-a-magic-trick/

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Timestamps
• 01:38 | Fun Facts
• 11:46 | Best Thing Seen
• 41:13 | Trump Calling For Execution
• 55:25 | Pras Sentenced to 14 Years
• 60:28 | Mamdani Visits Trump
• 77:38 | Mom Delivers Baby on Highway
• 88:19 | DoorDash Fake Sexual Assault Claim
• 101:11 | NJ Staffer Fakes MAGA Attack

This Week’s Topics

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This week, the crew delves into the latest political chaos, online controversy, and one of the most bizarre crime stories of the year.

Timestamps
• 01:17 | Fun Facts
• 20:35 | Best Thing Seen
• 32:10 | Trump News
• 77:21 | Rory
• 99:54 | 12-Year-Old Robbery Case
• 104:20 | TikTok Influencer Lawsuit

This Week’s Topics

1. Government shutdown nearly over as Democrats cave →
   https://apnews.com/article/shutdown-republicans-schumer-health-insurance-tax-credits-a57733892f05a8893f5781203238e889

2. New Epstein emails released naming Donald Trump →
   https://www.cnn.com/2025/11/12/politics/takeaways-epstein-emails-trump

3. Trump’s H1B visa comments spark backlash →
   https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/president-maga-supporters-uproar-trumps-1b-visa-comments/story?id=127458610

4. Is Rory racist? His apology goes viral →
   https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/rory-rory-mal-apologizes-offensive-192359666.html

5. 12-year-old girl accused of multiple armed robberies in DC →
   https://wjla.com/news/local/12-year-old-girl-charged-for-multiple-robberies-in-northeast-dc-washington-dc-juvenile-crime-youth-department-of-rehabilitation-services-dyrs-children-teens-theft-scooter-electric-bike-groceries

6. TikTok influencer ordered to pay her manager’s ex-wife $1.75 million →
   https://blacknews.com/news/brenay-kennard-tiktok-star-ordered-pay-1-75-million-affair-married-manager/

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