Mindless Meanderings

Mindless Meanderings

By Jesse Fries & Jamon FriesComedyNews
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Mindless Meanderings episodes

  • Killing Us With Clean Air

    Two brothers just talking about what they find fascinating in the world.  Ceasefires, trade deals, Olympics, and a few other things.

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:20) Introduction

    (03:54) The Gender Pay Gap Discussion

    (08:07) Retirement and Outdated Knowledge

    (11:08) Trump's Trade Deals and Global Politics

    (14:13) Democratic Party's Popularity Issues

    (23:29) Late Night Shows and Political Comedy

    (33:19) Elon Musk and Tesla's Chip Deal

    (34:39) COVID Vaccine Efficacy Study

    (39:25) Climate Change and Hurricane Study



    43 min
  • AI Gets Less than a One Out of Ten

    A live recoded roaming conversation between brothers.

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:20) Introduction

    (01:11) Flash Floods and Weather Woes

    (02:23) Kayak Trailer Adventures

    (03:41) HOA Hassles and Homeownership

    (10:04) Political Updates: Trump's Legal Moves

    (13:33) Executive Orders and Homelessness

    (21:22) Trade Deals and Tariffs

    (28:31) Meat Markets and International Trade

    (35:48) Celebrity Deaths: Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osbourne

    (39:39) International News: Climate Change Rulings

    (42:38) Heat Waves and Weather Reports

    (47:11) Technology and AI Developments

    (51:04) Fusion Energy and Future Innovations



    55 min
  • The Three Deaths

    A live recoded roaming conversation between brothers covering the Epstein v. Obama Stories, a stolen 727, some business news, and discussing three different deaths.

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:00:19) Introduction

    (00:00:38) Jesse's Curiosity: The Stolen Boeing 727

    (00:01:09) Kansas City Chiefs Relocation Rumors

    (00:03:04) NFL Stadium Contracts and Holographic Projections

    (00:03:24) Malcolm-Jamal Warner's Tragic Passing

    (00:05:40) Obama and the Russia Hoax Discussion

    (00:11:31) Epstein Conspiracy Theories and DOJ Actions

    (00:18:05) Media Narratives and Food Aid Cuts

    (00:22:19) Trump's Foreign Policy: Iran and Iraq

    (00:26:33) Kurdish Militants Transition to Diplomacy

    (00:29:34) Denmark's Burqa Ban and Cultural Integration

    (00:35:00) UK Voting Age Debate

    (00:45:44) DOJ and FBI Employee Identification

    (00:48:34) Pete Buttigieg's Transportation Spending

    (00:54:54) EEOC vs. Meathead Movers

    (01:00:00) Microsoft's DOD Contract and China

    (01:08:02) Coldplay Cheating Scandal

    (01:14:59) DoorDash vs. Seattle Regulations

    (01:23:45) Climate Tech Investment Decline

    (01:27:01) Gen Z Staring and Phone Etiquette

    (01:34:41) Diabetes Prevention and Meal Timing

    (01:37:03) Alcohol Consumption and IQ

    (01:38:32) What a Crappy Way to Go

    1 hr 41 min
  • Suspended License

    A live recoded roaming conversation between brothers covering the Epstein File Debacle, ICE, some science news, and Emma Watson losing her license for going 8 MPH over the limit.

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:00:20) Introduction

    (00:03:40) Flooding Across the US

    (00:04:50) A Story from Michigan

    (00:08:18) Epstein Files and Political Theories

    (00:14:10) Government Spending and Budget Cuts

    (00:18:12) Weather Modification and Conspiracy Theories

    (00:25:51) Immigration Issues and Policies

    (00:51:09) Green Energy and Power Rationing

    (00:54:06) Teachers Unions and Political Influence

    (01:08:10) Coca-Cola and Cane Sugar

    (01:14:14) Space Exploration and Multi-Planetary Species

    (01:16:34) End of The Late Show

    (01:18:01) Quantum Computing Breakthrough

    (01:20:06) Speeding Fines in the UK

    1 hr 28 min
  • Vacation Brain

    Join us for a conversation that covers a meandering list of topics, including tariffs, gene therapy, flying cabs, and so much more.

    Check out my Roadtrip podcast with my kids, Know It All Dad

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-it-all-dad/id1736614039

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:00:19) Introduction

    (00:00:47) Jesse's Beachside Broadcast

    (00:01:03) California's Fireworks Fiasco

    (00:02:11) Electric VTOL Cabs: The Future of Travel?

    (00:09:04) Political Discussions: Minimum Wage and Mayoral Races

    (00:16:28) Philadelphia's Sanitation Strike

    (00:20:12) The Big Beautiful Bill and AI Regulations

    (00:28:00) Senate Rules and Filibuster Frustrations

    (00:35:01) Socialism in New York City Politics

    (00:39:40) Trade Tensions with Canada and Vietnam

    (00:46:59) Gun Laws and Drinking Age Debates

    (00:55:52) Tariffs and Free Trade Realities

    (01:03:31) Tennessee's Anti-Bullying Driving Ban

    (01:07:42) Tech Updates: Windows, Robotaxis, and Fusion Power

    (01:16:45) Gene Therapy Breakthroughs

    (01:22:04) Texas Woman's Dramatic Protest

    1 hr 24 min
  • Live From Montreal

    Join us for a conversation that covers a meandering list of topics.

    Check out my Roadtrip podcast with my kids, Know It All Dad

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-it-all-dad/id1736614039

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    1 hr 11 min
  • Bird Snowing

    Join us for a conversation that covers a meandering list of topics from Iran to Rocket Explosions.

    Check out my Roadtrip podcast with my kids, Know It All Dad

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-it-all-dad/id1736614039

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:00:19) Introduction

    (00:00:38) More

    (00:06:02) Discussion on Iran and Middle East Politics

    (00:18:39) Pakistan and India Relations

    (00:21:02) Protests and Political Unrest

    (00:28:28) Climate Change Concerns

    (00:31:16) Space Exploration Updates

    (00:39:05) Nuclear Waste Storage Controversy

    (00:49:01) Parenting Practices and Teen Independence

    (00:56:17) Media Influence on Public Perception

    (01:00:29) Scientific Studies and Unusual Competitions

    (01:02:22) Health Warnings and Climate Impact on Lifestyle

    1 hr 5 min
  • Dead Air in the Pool

    Join us for a conversation that covers a meandering list of topics, from the so called riots to penguin poop.

    Check out my Roadtrip podcast with my kids, Know It All Dad

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-it-all-dad/id1736614039

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:20) Introduction

    (00:41) No Kings Rally Discussion

    (04:10) Protests and Public Opinion

    (10:23) Military Parade and Public Perception

    (19:04) National Guard and Marines Deployment

    (26:13) Supreme Court Decisions

    (31:06) International Affairs and Ukraine

    (39:01) Southern Baptists and Legislation

    (44:35) Science and Health Discoveries

    (50:03) AI and Technology Discussion

    (53:22) Penguins and Climate Change

    (54:48) Conclusion and Farewell

    56 min
  • Interdimensional Roadtrip

    Join us for a conversation that covers a meandering list of topics.

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:00:21) Introduction and Personal Stories

    (00:05:00) Current Events and News Discussion

    (00:18:50) Social Issues and Parenting

    (00:31:02) Legal and Political Updates

    (00:47:02) Transgender Athletes and Sports

    (01:06:07) International Affairs and Conflicts

    (01:11:00) AI Developments and Concerns

    (01:13:19) Science and Technology Innovations

    (01:15:19) Conspiracy Theories and Unusual Claims

    1 hr 19 min
  • Rant of the Day: Amazon's Wheel of Time

    Join us for a conversation that covers everything from Amazon's Wheel of Time to the French Slap heard around the world.

    Hosted by: 

    - Jesse Fries

    - Jamon Fries


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    (00:00:20) Introduction

    (00:00:46) Political Commentary and Time Travel

    (00:02:53) FBI Investigations and Political Scandals

    (00:04:38) Cocaine in the White House

    (00:06:32) Supreme Court Leaks

    (00:08:48) Harvard and International Students

    (00:12:44) Automotive Recalls and Industry Issues

    (00:18:09) Golden Dome and Missile Defense

    (00:22:05) Media Trust and Clickbait Headlines

    (00:28:48) Social Security and Retirement Funds

    (00:38:02) Trump and South African President

    (00:45:11) Nuclear Reactors and Renewable Energy

    (00:47:45) UK Free Speech and Legal Issues

    (00:51:04) COVID Vaccines and Health Policies

    (00:53:51) Trump's Tariffs and Economic Policies

    (00:56:12) Harvard's Government Contracts

    (01:00:45) Value of Trade Schools

    (01:04:48) Wheel of Time TV Series Rant

    (01:14:52) Education and Harvard's Tuition Policies

    (01:18:28) Funny Stories and Gen Z Adulting

    (01:23:52) French News and Cultural Issues

    (01:27:12) Microplastics and Environmental Concerns

    (01:30:42) Tech Innovations from China

    (01:33:33) COVID Masks and Human Light Emission

    (01:35:45) Asteroid Size Comparisons

    1 hr 38 min

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Come join us for a lighthearted debate and conversation about our world, current events, and our understanding of it. We talk about anything that interests us, whether it is politics, science,…