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Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements is your daily news rundown from Betches News--because the world’s a mess, and someone’s gotta explain it. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage cuts through the chaos to break down what actually matters, one unhinged headline at a time. All in under 10 minutes, so you can stay informed without spiraling.

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6:02

Friday, January 21st. 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/21

Let’s start with a returning segment, “Democracy Watch.” Then, we spend the rest of the episode covering Britney Spears’ dad allegedly spying on her, the return of USC frat parties (under certain conditions), and Pope Emeritus Benedict’s failure to act against abusive priests. Finally, we discuss the coordinated effort on Twitter to spread hate about Meghan Markle. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: CNN: “Senate Democrats suffer defeat on voting rights after vote to change rules

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5:02

Thursday, January 20th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/20

Today marks one year since President Joe Biden’s inauguration, so let’s unpack what happened during his anniversary conference. The administration also announced that they will begin making 400 million N95 masks available for free starting next week. Then, we discuss the anti-critical race theory bill that was just passed in Florida, before moving to the Supreme Court’s ruling against Trump’s request to block the release of White House records. To close the show, we cover Puerto Rico's bankruptcy

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6:04

Wednesday, January 19th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/19

Yesterday, the House January 6th committee dropped some new subpoenas. Also, you can now officially order free COVID test kits online via USPS. We share some concerning data from epidemiological models, before unpacking why AT&T is delaying launching their 5G towers. For the rest of the episode, let’s cover some international headlines, including Indonesia’s new capital, updates from Tonga, and why lawmakers are issuing warnings over risky Chinese tech. Resources/Articles mentioned this

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6:22

Tuesday, January 18th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/18

We begin today with what’s happening between OANN and DirecTV. Next, we have an update in the hostage situation in Colleyville, Texas. Then, we discuss Tonga’s volcanic eruption, a concerning discovery from Microsoft, and the Senate’s debate on voting rights legislation. To close the show, let's finish off with some Omnicron headlines. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: Axios: “DirecTV to remove conservative news network OANN” CNN: “The FBI is investigating the Texas hostage standoff as a

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6:52

Monday, January 17th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/17

We start this week with some concerning news out of Texas. Next we move to a decision right out of the Supreme Court regarding the status of vaccine mandates. Then, we share a January 6th update, before revisiting the deal with Trump wanting to buy Greenland. We discuss a problematic story out of a Mississippi middle school and why they were planning to offer shapewear to girls dealing with “body image” issues. Lastly, we cover why Kim Kardashian is getting sued and an update on Novak

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6:37

Friday, January 14th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/14

Let’s start with some better news (for once) about Omnicron. Yesterday, Biden announced that the government will double the number of rapid tests available to Americans. Also, the House of Representatives passed the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. Let’s also talk about the RNC feud with the Commission on Presidential Debates. Meanwhile, the House January 6th committee asked House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy to testify voluntarily. Plus, we share some recent data on the declining number of

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5:28

Thursday, January 13th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/13

U.S. inflation has hit 7%, so let’s talk about it. Next, we cover the drama between Dr. Anthony Fauci and Sen. Rand Paul during a congressional hearing Tuesday. Of course, we can’t forget about the election scandal story involving pro-Trump groups (but are we really surprised?). Then, we discuss Kanye West’s planned visit to Russia and what he’s got planned there. We share an update on Prince Andrew, before moving to why Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been called to resign. Finally, Maya Angelou

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4:48

Wednesday, January 12th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/12

Let’s start today’s news day with a major investigation into the Ivy League and other top colleges in the U.S. Next, we cover several Covid news stories, before moving over to the latest updates involving Biden and the filibuster. Meanwhile, the Justice Department is establishing a specialized unit focused on domestic terrorism. And finally, former American Idol runner up Clay Aiken is running for Congress again in North Carolina. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: Washington Post: “Former

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4:42

Tuesday, January 11th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/11

We begin today’s news day with the passing of Bob Saget. Next, we have a quick update on Kazakhstan, and then move onto the Russia-US security talks in Geneva. Then, we share some unfortunate news about the increase in US carbon emissions as a result of the pandemic recovery. To close, we share a hopeful resolution about the Novak Djokovic vs. Australia drama. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: NY Times: “Bob Saget, Comic Who Portrayed Danny Tanner on ‘Full House,’ Dies at 65” AP News:

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4:48

Monday, January 10th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/10

We start off this week with, you guessed it, more Omnicron news. We cover the trial verdict of the the three men convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery, before moving to constitutionality of the Biden administration’s vaccine mandates. For the rest of the episode, let's pivot to some international news. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: CNN: "Child hospitalization rates hit record highs as Omicron variant becomes prevalent" Axios: "Ahmaud Arbery killers sentenced to life" New Yorker:

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4:56

Friday, January 7th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/07

Let's start today with Biden's entire January 6th speech and the vigils held to commemorate those who took part in the insurrection. Next, we cover the historic posthumous pardon of civil rights leader Homer Plessy, before unpacking some of the drama that's been happening with Novak Djokovic and how he ended up in Australian immigration detention. Meanwhile in New York, to-go cocktails are making a permanent comeback. Finally, we unpack why Netflix's 'Emily in Paris' is under

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4:41

Thursday, January 6th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/06

It’s been an entire year since the insurrection, so let's start with some January 6th headlines. Next, the CDC has officially updated its isolation guidance (and yet it's still not as clear as the last guidance). Then, we check in on Ghislaine Maxwell and how she's doing in jail. Finally, we talk about the postponed Grammy awards ceremony. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: CNN: "Attorney general speaks ahead of Jan. 6 anniversary" NY Times: "House Panel Asks Sean Hannity of Fox News to

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4:29

Wednesday, January 5th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/05

The U.S. has hit a staggering milestone for Covid cases over the recent holiday weekend. Next, we discuss WTF 'flurona' is, before getting into a scary weather report out of Virginia. Then, we cover the dropped charges against former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo, and who was endorsed by Trump ahead of his election in Hungary. Lastly, we talk about California Representative Devin Nunes' resignation to become CEO of the Trump Media & Technology Group. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: NPR:

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5:47

Tuesday, January 4th, 2022

Morning Announcements ·

2022/01/04

Let’s start 2022 with the Elizabeth Holmes verdict. Next we have some Omnicron of course. Plus, with the 1 year anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection approaching, let’s cover some Trump news from the weekend. Lastly, let’s finish off with our favorite segment, Headlines That Speak For Themselves. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: CNN: “Elizabeth Holmes trial: The jury has reached a verdict” NY Times: “Covid Live Updates: Staff Shortages Force the Shutdowns That Leaders Vowed to

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4:43

Friday, December 24th, 2021

Morning Announcements ·

2021/12/24

It's the last one of the year, so let's run you through a breakdown of the 10 wildest news stories of 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4:12

Thursday, December 23rd, 2021

Morning Announcements ·

2021/12/23

It’s another quick news day, but fortunately we have more good news than bad. Up first, we share President Biden’s latest announcement on the pause on federal student loans, before covering two Omnicron related stories, and the potential delay in 5G wireless service over safety concerns. Lastly, we close with why Mitch McConnnell is trying to get Joe Manchin to switch to the Republican Party. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: Washington Post: “Biden administration extends federal student

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4:15

Wednesday, December 22nd, 2021

Morning Announcements ·

2021/12/22

On this short news day, we cover Biden’s Omnicron plan, who is pushing for Joe Manchin to support the Build Back Better Bill, and an update on the Kelloggs strike. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: NY Times: “Covid Live Updates: Biden Details New Measures to Fight Omicron” Business Insider: “The United Mine Workers of America is urging Sen. Manchin to rethink his opposition to Build Back Better” Washington Post: “Kellogg’s cereal workers approve contract, ending 11-week strike and

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4:49

Tuesday, December 21st, 2021

Morning Announcements ·

2021/12/21

We start this today with more Omnicron news and its rising Covid cases. Let's also circle back to Biden’s $2 trillion dollar Build Back Better bill. Speaking of the bill. we share reportings on where the monthly child tax credit payments have been used towards and why Senator Joe Manchin said he would vote against it. Finally, we close with updates from Ghislaine Maxwell’s trial and Steve Bannon's pledge to take over the entire United States election apparatus. Resources/Articles mentioned this

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5:40

Monday, December 20th, 2021

Morning Announcements ·

2021/12/20

Well... it looks like the Build Back Better bill won't be passed until 2022. Next, let's share another Omnicron update, before getting to Governor Ron Desantis' new legislation that will allow parents to sue schools for teaching critical race theory. Then, we throwback to Kanye’s attempt at a presidential campaign, before closing with two court stories. Resources/Articles mentioned this episode: NY Times: "Manchin Pulls Support From Biden’s Social Policy Bill, Imperiling Its Passage" Washington

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6:35

Friday, December 17th, 2021

Morning Announcements ·

2021/12/17

Yesterday the FDA lifted a major restriction that will permanently allow people to access abortion pills by mail. Next, let's talk Omnicron and the rising surge. BTW, it turns out that the drug Regeneron is not as effective against the Omicron variant as against previous ones. Meanwhile, the Republican Party has agreed to pay up to $1.6 million in legal bills for former president Donald Trump to help him fight investigations. This week, Biden signed an executive order that will allow you to renew

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