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121:35

"Lose Downtown, Lose The City"

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/14

Shots fired in broad daylight in Tom Lee Park turned a beautiful spring evening into the scene of chaos and one teenager dead. Mayor Paul Young's response was "Enough is enough", as the once touristy part of Memphis continues to spiral down. Also on the show, we break down the details of Tennesseans getting a November extension to file their taxes. The real ID for Americans was also a buzzing topic today, with some thinking it's a good idea, and some thinking it's dumb.See omnystudio.com/listener

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121:56

"Don't Mess Up A Good Time!"

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/11

Pretty crazy day in the local news. A club caught on fire overnight which led to an incredible sound bite of one party-goer that we couldn't resist reacting to. The Memphis Zoo also announced they are installing a zipline for guests to enjoy for only $10, but are they bringing back the Mold-A-Rama machine anytime soon? Also on the show, we tell you about the first radio sports broadcast that aired on this day in 1921, and we play a little Maxterpiece Theater with Producer Max and a cameo role with

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120:23

Addicted To Chinese Garbage

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/10

With cheap Chinese products that dominate the U.S. market today, we reminisce on the times when products like shoes, clocks, and even home appliances lasted decades and not just thrown away when it got some wear and tear. Maybe those days can return to a degree if we stop messing with our guilty Chinese pleasures. Also on the show, Jake speaks to syndicated columnist Ron Hart on the soaring stock market and what items he still has that has lasted many years. It's also the first day of The Masters,

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123:50

Facebook Clapbacks & Empty Deportation Threats

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/09

MSCS board member, Towanna Murphy, issued an apology for threatening to deport a Hispanic woman who called her the 'b-word" and attacked her work on the school board. We break down everything revealed in the messages, and why this makes her and the MSCS look even worse. Also on the show, the stock market boomed after President Trump delayed tariffs on everyone except China. Now, China is playing tough and we react to what Mr. Wonderful's move would be if he were in charge. We also listen to today's

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122:51

Building Jasmine Crockett's Highlight Reel

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/08

The pride of Rhodes College continues to forget that her crazy statements are recorded on camera and will come back to bite her eventually. The latest on Rep. Crockett: she suggested that the United States needs illegal immigrants because "we done picking cotton". Also on the show, we give you the latest on the Memphis City Council's budget meeting, and we play two rounds of Impossible Memphis Trivia with Producer Rivera.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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118:14

How Generational Was The Flooding?

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/07

Memphis was told last week that the rainfall throughout the weekend would cause "generational flooding" in the Mid-South. We are now on the other side and we assess the damage and aftermath, how our listeners experienced it, and why many Memphians are upset at one local meteorologist. Also on the show, we break down the national "Hands Off" protests against President Trump, we react to a once-extinct species being brought back after thousands of years, and Rivera gives us his Gen Z movie review of

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109:07

Guess Jake's Hospital Bill!

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/04

A few week's out of Jake's surgery, we play The Price Is Right with his totally-reasonable hospital bill. Whatever your guess is, it's probably higher than that. We break down the bill to the dollar, and read our listener's interesting guesses. Also on the show, more tariff talk as the stock markets continue to plunge, and we have a double feature of Maxterpiece Theater with Producer Max (and Rivera).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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126:13

Memphis Needs Noah's Ark

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/03

Flash flooding, stalled vehicles, and even drainage ditches blocked by litter is the biggest story in the city today. We go through each text and image sent to us by our listeners and report the damages from the last 24 hours. Also on the show, we give our thoughts on the Naked Gun reboot, break down some tariff talk with syndicated columnist Ron Hart, and react to an embarrassing clip of Bill Burr pulling a Jon Stewart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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122:07

"Liberation Day"

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/02

Declaring today to be "Liberation Day," President Donald Trump unveiled trade policies that prioritize his "America First" mission. We react to his message in which he promised the new policies will bring jobs and factories back to the U.S. Also on the show, we celebrate a real genius. Val Kilmer passed away and we reminisce on his life with some of his best performances, characters, and lasting legacy as a artistic icon. Severe weather will be the biggest local story for the rest of the week, and

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119:55

The Wrong Kind Of (April Fools) Joke

Nation of Jake ·

2025/04/01

The job to have these days is the interim superintendent role for MSCS, where Dr. Roderick Richmond could end up earning nearly half a million dollars for 18 months. The MSCS board will meet tomorrow to vote on it, but is that much money really necessary for a role that has no incentives to perform well? Also on the show, we react to Cory Booker nearly 24-hour ramble on the Senate floor, and we play two epic rounds of Impossible Memphis Trivia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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117:41

Four MORE Years?

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/31

The media is in a frenzy after President Trump suggested ways he could have a third term in the White House. Trump predicted the media would run with that narrative months before but the question does have to be asked: Would you vote for a third Trump term? Also on the show, we break down why Shelby County is leading the country in the population loss (not a shock), and the New York Yankees might be up to something with these new "torpedo bats".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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128:34

Livin' In A Drive-In

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/28

The Malco Summer Drive-In is on the chopping block, which for some was once an apartment AND a home! It's opening week for MLB. What's your go-to walkup song? The UK's put a ban out on "Ninja Swords," so Max the Producer is here to clarify what constitutes such a weapon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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118:01

The MLB Opening Day Not-So-Spectacular

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/27

Opening Day for MLB is NOT so spectacular for the Atlanta Braves! Ron Hart is back to give his take on Tesla fires and the Signal scandal. Max the Producer is in for Josh Rivera, who helps Jake understand why iconic photos are being "Ghibli-fied."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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116:39

Hey NPR, Old Tweets Don't Lie

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/26

The top dog of NPR faced an intense grilling from lawmakers on Capitol Hill over their outlets’ funding and editorial objectivity. CEO Katherine Maher was called out for her old tweets calling Trump a fascist (among other tweets), and when she couldn't recall, she got a little reminder. Also on the show, we react to a viral clip of TN Rep. Justin Pearson confronting another representative during a gun control hearing and getting held back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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116:10

"Signalgate" Seems Too Convenient

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/25

The classified plans for a military assault on Yemen's Houthis this month were texted to a group chat that unknowingly included a journalist. Something's off though and Jake breaks down why this is not the major MAGA scandal some are making it out to be. Also on the show, it's hard to ignore what new headlines Rep. Jasmine Crockett is finding herself in. This time, she stoops to a new low, calling TX Gov. Greg Abbott, "Governor Hot Wheels." We also play Impossible Trivia Tuesday.See

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117:03

Hollywood Killed Snow White, Not The Queen

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/24

The least fair of them all in the box office this weekend was Snow White. Disney's "updated" live-action version of a classic tale has resulted in one of Disney’s lowest grossing live action movies during opening weekend. Maybe don't hire a lead who believes the original story was creepy and patriarchal. Also on the show, we break down the Tesla dealership protests in Memphis, that even had TN Sen. Brent Taylor making an appearance and getting insulted. We also have an update on the death of

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97:41

An APB For The JFK Files

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/18

We were promised the JFK files today, and we went a whole show and afternoon with no results to show for it. 80,000 pages worth of files were expected to be released, and much like the Epstein files, it's a dud. Also on the show, we witness, in real-time, the return of the astronauts trapped in space for 9 months thanks to the SpaceX Dragon capsule. We also react to Chuck Schumer mocking Americans that want smaller government and less taxes during his visit on The View.See omnystudio.com/listener

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119:25

St. Patrick's Day Not-So Spectacular

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/17

From corned beef and cabbage to Van Morrison, we celebrate the Irish by talking about our favorite drinks and bands. Rivera also gives us his movie review for Leprechaun (1993) and we even listen to Conor McGregor's address at the White House. Also on the show, a French politician made headlines after claiming the US should return the Statue of Liberty back to France and we react to Memphis making the #5 seed in the NCAA tournament and how people are already predicting our downfall.See

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82:56

Government Funding.... Showdown?

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/14

It's a shortened episode on account of the Memphis Tigers playing in the American Athletic Conference tournament. On today's show, we react to a hilarious clip of Hakeem Jeffries on a government shutdown, or as he put it a showdown, and then changing subjects when asked about his comments. Also on the show, we play former judge Bill Anderson's comments on state senator Brent Taylor, calling him a liar, and we go over dead tv shows of the 90s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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121:26

Musk Amphitheater On Mud xAI-sland

Nation of Jake ·

2025/03/13

The resurrection of the Mud Island Amphitheater is no more! The City of Memphis ended the plans of the Comeback Concert Series, saying it is a venue with many safety and logistical issues. What if Elon Musk stepped in and revived the once grand concert venue? Also on the show, Jake talks to Rep. David Kustoff and syndicated columnist Ron Hart on the latest political headlines, DOGE protests, and an update on the Zeleskyy ceasefire talks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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