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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>The TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tmi-show-with-ted-rall-and-manila-chan--6949897</link><description><![CDATA[MSM outcasts Ted Rall and Manila Chan reunite on the daily livestream called The TMI Show (Ted Manila Information Show). Mon-Fri 10am ET. Catch the live shows on Rumble...because you can never have too much info!<br /><br />Ted Rall is a syndicated cartoonist, author, peeved leftist, and a cat dad + 1 human.<br /><br />Manila Chan is a recovering news anchor, magazine journalist, and politically homeless, suburban mom.<br /><br />Together, they are the T and M of the show that has dozens of followers worldwide who are annoyed with the status quo. They bring their unique wit and humor to the hot topics that will surely bring about the end of the world.<br /><br />Ted's cat Clovis says: this is the best news program you can leave running on loop for your feline friends while away at work!<br /><br />Contact Ted and Manila: TMIShowQuestion@yahoo.com]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6949897/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>News</category><copyright>Copyright Freedom First Network</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg</url><title>The TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tmi-show-with-ted-rall-and-manila-chan--6949897</link></image><lastBuildDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:49:22 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Freedom First Network</itunes:name><itunes:email>feeds@spreaker.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>MSM outcasts Ted Rall and Manila Chan reunite on the daily livestream called The TMI Show (Ted Manila Information Show). Mon-Fri 10am ET. Catch the live shows on Rumble...because you can never have too much info!

Ted Rall is a syndicated cartoonist,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[MSM outcasts Ted Rall and Manila Chan reunite on the daily livestream called The TMI Show (Ted Manila Information Show). Mon-Fri 10am ET. Catch the live shows on Rumble...because you can never have too much info!<br /><br />Ted Rall is a syndicated cartoonist, author, peeved leftist, and a cat dad + 1 human.<br /><br />Manila Chan is a recovering news anchor, magazine journalist, and politically homeless, suburban mom.<br /><br />Together, they are the T and M of the show that has dozens of followers worldwide who are annoyed with the status quo. They bring their unique wit and humor to the hot topics that will surely bring about the end of the world.<br /><br />Ted's cat Clovis says: this is the best news program you can leave running on loop for your feline friends while away at work!<br /><br />Contact Ted and Manila: TMIShowQuestion@yahoo.com]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="News"/><itunes:category text="News"><itunes:category text="Politics"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="News"><itunes:category text="News Commentary"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Trapped Miners, Trump's 2028 Doubts, Climate Hypocrisy &amp; World Cup | TMI Show Ep390</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/trapped-miners-trump-s-2028-doubts-climate-hypocrisy-world-cup-tmi-show-ep390--72285738</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today:<br /><br />Manila returns!<br /><br />Four gold miners trapped deep inside a flooded cave in Laos pull off an incredible self-rescue after nearly two weeks underground. We'll have the latest on the dramatic escape and the ongoing search for the two miners still missing.<br /><br />Then, is JD Vance really Donald Trump's heir apparent? A new report suggests Trump may not be ready to hand over the keys to the MAGA movement just yet, raising fresh questions about the Republican Party's future and the increasingly crowded race for 2028.<br /><br />Plus, a new international study finds that wealthy people who care the most about the environment may also have the biggest carbon footprints. We'll unpack the surprising findings and why researchers say climate awareness doesn't always translate into climate-friendly behavior.<br /><br />And finally, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring millions of visitors and billions of dollars to New York and New Jersey. But according to one report, not all of that economic activity is headed to hotels, restaurants, and stadiums. We'll explain why another industry is reportedly preparing for a major boom.<br /><br />Join us LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET for news, politics, culture, and the stories everybody else is talking about after the fact.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72285738</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:50:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72285738/trapped_miners_trump_apos_s_2028_doubts_climate_hypocrisy_amp_world_cup_tmi_show_ep390.mp3" length="57557820" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3183d0de-7ab2-421d-b488-87dfd8abdd0c/3183d0de-7ab2-421d-b488-87dfd8abdd0c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3183d0de-7ab2-421d-b488-87dfd8abdd0c/3183d0de-7ab2-421d-b488-87dfd8abdd0c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3183d0de-7ab2-421d-b488-87dfd8abdd0c/3183d0de-7ab2-421d-b488-87dfd8abdd0c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today:

Manila returns!

Four gold miners trapped deep inside a flooded cave in Laos pull off an incredible self-rescue after nearly two weeks underground. We'll have the latest on the dramatic escape and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today:<br /><br />Manila returns!<br /><br />Four gold miners trapped deep inside a flooded cave in Laos pull off an incredible self-rescue after nearly two weeks underground. We'll have the latest on the dramatic escape and the ongoing search for the two miners still missing.<br /><br />Then, is JD Vance really Donald Trump's heir apparent? A new report suggests Trump may not be ready to hand over the keys to the MAGA movement just yet, raising fresh questions about the Republican Party's future and the increasingly crowded race for 2028.<br /><br />Plus, a new international study finds that wealthy people who care the most about the environment may also have the biggest carbon footprints. We'll unpack the surprising findings and why researchers say climate awareness doesn't always translate into climate-friendly behavior.<br /><br />And finally, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring millions of visitors and billions of dollars to New York and New Jersey. But according to one report, not all of that economic activity is headed to hotels, restaurants, and stadiums. We'll explain why another industry is reportedly preparing for a major boom.<br /><br />Join us LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET for news, politics, culture, and the stories everybody else is talking about after the fact.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3598</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kinky Bagger Guilty When Beavers Attack Low Birthrate Vibes TMI</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kinky-bagger-guilty-when-beavers-attack-low-birthrate-vibes-tmi--72310593</link><description><![CDATA[What do a California escort manslaughter case, an aggressive New Jersey beaver, and collapsing birth rates around the world have in common? Absolutely nothing—which is exactly why this episode of The TMI Show is so much fun. Ted Rall and Robby West break down a bizarre California court case involving an OnlyFans creator and the death of a client, a shocking beaver attack in New Jersey, and a serious discussion about why birth rates are collapsing across the United States, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and beyond. The conversation explores modern dating, family formation, economic uncertainty, AI, housing affordability, feminism, cultural change, demographic decline, and whether Western societies are creating conditions that make people less likely to start families. Somewhere between kinky criminals, rabid beavers, and the future of civilization, Ted and Robby try to figure out where society is heading next. TOPICS COVERED<ul><li>California escort manslaughter case</li><li>OnlyFans and criminal liability</li><li>Beaver attack in New Jersey</li><li>Animal behavior and rabies concerns</li><li>Global fertility decline</li><li>Population collapse</li><li>Japan and South Korea birth rates</li><li>Europe and demographic change</li><li>AI and economic uncertainty</li><li>Family formation in modern society</li><li>Housing affordability</li><li>Feminism and demographic trends</li><li>Elon Musk and population concerns</li><li>The future of Western civilization</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72310593</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:26:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72310593/kinky_bagger_guilty_when_beavers_attack_low_birthrate_vibes_tmi_ep_378.mp3" length="45795413" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b17cf28-8656-4215-a854-83e1df7ed71f/8b17cf28-8656-4215-a854-83e1df7ed71f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b17cf28-8656-4215-a854-83e1df7ed71f/8b17cf28-8656-4215-a854-83e1df7ed71f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b17cf28-8656-4215-a854-83e1df7ed71f/8b17cf28-8656-4215-a854-83e1df7ed71f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What do a California escort manslaughter case, an aggressive New Jersey beaver, and collapsing birth rates around the world have in common? Absolutely nothing—which is exactly why this episode of The TMI Show is so much fun. Ted Rall and Robby West...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What do a California escort manslaughter case, an aggressive New Jersey beaver, and collapsing birth rates around the world have in common? Absolutely nothing—which is exactly why this episode of The TMI Show is so much fun. Ted Rall and Robby West break down a bizarre California court case involving an OnlyFans creator and the death of a client, a shocking beaver attack in New Jersey, and a serious discussion about why birth rates are collapsing across the United States, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and beyond. The conversation explores modern dating, family formation, economic uncertainty, AI, housing affordability, feminism, cultural change, demographic decline, and whether Western societies are creating conditions that make people less likely to start families. Somewhere between kinky criminals, rabid beavers, and the future of civilization, Ted and Robby try to figure out where society is heading next. TOPICS COVERED<ul><li>California escort manslaughter case</li><li>OnlyFans and criminal liability</li><li>Beaver attack in New Jersey</li><li>Animal behavior and rabies concerns</li><li>Global fertility decline</li><li>Population collapse</li><li>Japan and South Korea birth rates</li><li>Europe and demographic change</li><li>AI and economic uncertainty</li><li>Family formation in modern society</li><li>Housing affordability</li><li>Feminism and demographic trends</li><li>Elon Musk and population concerns</li><li>The future of Western civilization</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2863</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Hands Off Texting, Trans Police, Magnum DOA | TMI Ep 389</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hands-off-texting-trans-police-magnum-doa-tmi-ep-389--72285736</link><description><![CDATA[• Woman ticketed for phone in missing hand A Florida deputy issues a citation to a driver for holding a phone in her right hand—despite the woman having no right hand.<br /><br />• Thai police dress in drag for dramatic drug bust A squad of Thai officers, including five men in sequined dresses, pose as a female dance troupe at a Lopburi street festival to apprehend a suspected methamphetamine smuggler.<br /><br />• Elderly couple tragedy after Tom Selleck impersonator scam Scammers exploit social media connections and celebrity trust to extract money from Karen Whitaker through escalating gift card demands.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72285736</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:35:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72285736/hands_off_texting_trans_police_magnum_doa_tmi_ep_389.mp3" length="56934607" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/02e8179b-97b4-42e1-b48e-860f99aad1c1/02e8179b-97b4-42e1-b48e-860f99aad1c1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/02e8179b-97b4-42e1-b48e-860f99aad1c1/02e8179b-97b4-42e1-b48e-860f99aad1c1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/02e8179b-97b4-42e1-b48e-860f99aad1c1/02e8179b-97b4-42e1-b48e-860f99aad1c1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>• Woman ticketed for phone in missing hand A Florida deputy issues a citation to a driver for holding a phone in her right hand—despite the woman having no right hand.

• Thai police dress in drag for dramatic drug bust A squad of Thai officers,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[• Woman ticketed for phone in missing hand A Florida deputy issues a citation to a driver for holding a phone in her right hand—despite the woman having no right hand.<br /><br />• Thai police dress in drag for dramatic drug bust A squad of Thai officers, including five men in sequined dresses, pose as a female dance troupe at a Lopburi street festival to apprehend a suspected methamphetamine smuggler.<br /><br />• Elderly couple tragedy after Tom Selleck impersonator scam Scammers exploit social media connections and celebrity trust to extract money from Karen Whitaker through escalating gift card demands.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3559</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>rleans, Art Saves Lives, AI-Plasty | TMI Ep 388</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rleans-art-saves-lives-ai-plasty-tmi-ep-388--72285737</link><description><![CDATA[In this urgent episode of The TMI Show, hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan confront the stark reality of New Orleans sinking into the Gulf of Mexico. A new expert analysis warns that coastal Louisiana has crossed the point of no return, with sea levels potentially rising 10 to 23 feet and surrounding the city by ocean as early as this century.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Arts Engagement Slows Biological Aging: Regular participation in singing, painting, or visiting galleries keeps people biologically younger according to new UCL research.<br /><br />• AI Face Trends Challenge Plastic Surgeons: Patients arrive demanding hyper-symmetrical, pixel-perfect looks generated by AI that prove surgically unattainable.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72285737</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:30:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72285737/no_orleans_art_saves_lives_ai_plasty_tmi_ep_388.mp3" length="57704900" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8937fbd6-e616-4791-8ef6-0705c1ed98a9/8937fbd6-e616-4791-8ef6-0705c1ed98a9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8937fbd6-e616-4791-8ef6-0705c1ed98a9/8937fbd6-e616-4791-8ef6-0705c1ed98a9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8937fbd6-e616-4791-8ef6-0705c1ed98a9/8937fbd6-e616-4791-8ef6-0705c1ed98a9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this urgent episode of The TMI Show, hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan confront the stark reality of New Orleans sinking into the Gulf of Mexico. A new expert analysis warns that coastal Louisiana has crossed the point of no return, with sea levels...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this urgent episode of The TMI Show, hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan confront the stark reality of New Orleans sinking into the Gulf of Mexico. A new expert analysis warns that coastal Louisiana has crossed the point of no return, with sea levels potentially rising 10 to 23 feet and surrounding the city by ocean as early as this century.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Arts Engagement Slows Biological Aging: Regular participation in singing, painting, or visiting galleries keeps people biologically younger according to new UCL research.<br /><br />• AI Face Trends Challenge Plastic Surgeons: Patients arrive demanding hyper-symmetrical, pixel-perfect looks generated by AI that prove surgically unattainable.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3607</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>It’s Men’s Fault, Piano Man Pissed, T. Head | TMI Ep 387</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-men-s-fault-piano-man-pissed-t-head-tmi-ep-387--72285735</link><description><![CDATA[Men Prioritizing Balanced Lives: Husbands cut work time and expand housework, viewing parenting as intensive teamwork rather than sole financial burden.<br /><br />Billy Joel Rejects Unauthorized Biopic: The Piano Man star condemns “Billy &amp; Me,” denying life rights and music usage while producers claim an origin story focused on early manager Irwin Mazur and bandmate Jon Small.<br /><br />T. Rex Tiny Arms Explained: New study links powerful skulls and jaws to forelimb reduction in large theropods, as heads became primary weapons for subduing gigantic prey in an evolutionary arms race.<br /><br />Join ‘The TMI Show’ hosts editorial cartoonist Ted Rall and political analyst Manila Chan as they unpack these timely stories with sharp analysis and fresh perspective. Today at 10 am ET LIVE and streaming all day 24-7.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72285735</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:55:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72285735/it_s_men_s_fault_piano_man_pissed_t_head_tmi_ep_387.mp3" length="59781331" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d236fa35-2a97-4e2d-9392-b2a2004c3bcb/d236fa35-2a97-4e2d-9392-b2a2004c3bcb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d236fa35-2a97-4e2d-9392-b2a2004c3bcb/d236fa35-2a97-4e2d-9392-b2a2004c3bcb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d236fa35-2a97-4e2d-9392-b2a2004c3bcb/d236fa35-2a97-4e2d-9392-b2a2004c3bcb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Men Prioritizing Balanced Lives: Husbands cut work time and expand housework, viewing parenting as intensive teamwork rather than sole financial burden.

Billy Joel Rejects Unauthorized Biopic: The Piano Man star condemns “Billy &amp;amp; Me,” denying...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Men Prioritizing Balanced Lives: Husbands cut work time and expand housework, viewing parenting as intensive teamwork rather than sole financial burden.<br /><br />Billy Joel Rejects Unauthorized Biopic: The Piano Man star condemns “Billy &amp; Me,” denying life rights and music usage while producers claim an origin story focused on early manager Irwin Mazur and bandmate Jon Small.<br /><br />T. Rex Tiny Arms Explained: New study links powerful skulls and jaws to forelimb reduction in large theropods, as heads became primary weapons for subduing gigantic prey in an evolutionary arms race.<br /><br />Join ‘The TMI Show’ hosts editorial cartoonist Ted Rall and political analyst Manila Chan as they unpack these timely stories with sharp analysis and fresh perspective. Today at 10 am ET LIVE and streaming all day 24-7.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3737</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Need for Speed, WayLost, Very Special K | TMI Ep 386</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/need-for-speed-waylost-very-special-k-tmi-ep-386--72285734</link><description><![CDATA[The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis of today’s most pressing stories with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan.<br /><br />A groundbreaking study highlights rapid relief from suicidal thoughts through a ketamine infusion followed by low-dose buprenorphine, offering new hope for patients with major depressive disorder who cannot wait weeks for traditional treatments.<br /><br />Florida Highway Patrol troopers pursue a Lexus racing over 130 mph through Fort Myers traffic, weaving aggressively and driving without headlights before the vehicle crashes into trees. The driver faces charges of reckless driving, super speeding, and fleeing, then delivers one of the most unhinged post-arrest comments officers have heard.<br /><br />Empty Waymo self-driving cars circle northwest Atlanta residential cul-de-sacs in large numbers early mornings, alarming families with children and pets. Neighbors report dozens of vehicles clogging dead-end streets, blocking access and creating safety hazards despite no passengers, prompting complaints to officials and Waymo with limited response.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72285734</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:48:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72285734/need_for_speed_waylost_very_special_k_tmi_ep_386.mp3" length="58769025" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3578e9c0-979b-4e46-882b-7590694960d4/3578e9c0-979b-4e46-882b-7590694960d4.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3578e9c0-979b-4e46-882b-7590694960d4/3578e9c0-979b-4e46-882b-7590694960d4.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3578e9c0-979b-4e46-882b-7590694960d4/3578e9c0-979b-4e46-882b-7590694960d4.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis of today’s most pressing stories with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan.

A groundbreaking study highlights rapid relief from suicidal thoughts through a ketamine infusion followed by low-dose buprenorphine, offering...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis of today’s most pressing stories with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan.<br /><br />A groundbreaking study highlights rapid relief from suicidal thoughts through a ketamine infusion followed by low-dose buprenorphine, offering new hope for patients with major depressive disorder who cannot wait weeks for traditional treatments.<br /><br />Florida Highway Patrol troopers pursue a Lexus racing over 130 mph through Fort Myers traffic, weaving aggressively and driving without headlights before the vehicle crashes into trees. The driver faces charges of reckless driving, super speeding, and fleeing, then delivers one of the most unhinged post-arrest comments officers have heard.<br /><br />Empty Waymo self-driving cars circle northwest Atlanta residential cul-de-sacs in large numbers early mornings, alarming families with children and pets. Neighbors report dozens of vehicles clogging dead-end streets, blocking access and creating safety hazards despite no passengers, prompting complaints to officials and Waymo with limited response.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3674</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Robo-Wolves, Maid Cafes, Bible Diet | TMI Ep 385</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/robo-wolves-maid-cafes-bible-diet-tmi-ep-385--72073581</link><description><![CDATA[• Biblical Eating Trend Explodes Kayla Bundy leads the movement with TikTok tips and an eight-year commitment to scripture-based foods. Other promoters like dietitian Abbie Stasior and mom Annalies Xaviera emphasize unprocessed, local ingredients paired with prayer and Bible verses.<br /><br />• Japanese Maid Cafes Go Mainstream Maid cafes evolve from Akihabara niche spots into family-friendly theme parks attracting all ages and genders. Staff perform innocent interactions, magic spells over food, and games under strict no-touch rules while women now comprise most customers.<br /><br />• Robot Wolves Guard Against Bear Surge Monster Wolf animatronic devices howl, flash red eyes, and deter bears after record fatal attacks in Japan. Farmers and rural workers snap up the solar-powered units as sightings and culls hit all-time highs, with the company racing to meet demand.<br /><br />Join editorial cartoonist Ted Rall and political analyst Manila Chan as they unpack these stories and more on the next episode of The TMI Show.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72073581</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:34:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72073581/robo_wolves_maid_cafes_bible_diet_tmi_ep_385.mp3" length="59125123" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/60ecccde-337e-4511-89e4-8c3c4b508cb9/60ecccde-337e-4511-89e4-8c3c4b508cb9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/60ecccde-337e-4511-89e4-8c3c4b508cb9/60ecccde-337e-4511-89e4-8c3c4b508cb9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/60ecccde-337e-4511-89e4-8c3c4b508cb9/60ecccde-337e-4511-89e4-8c3c4b508cb9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>• Biblical Eating Trend Explodes Kayla Bundy leads the movement with TikTok tips and an eight-year commitment to scripture-based foods. Other promoters like dietitian Abbie Stasior and mom Annalies Xaviera emphasize unprocessed, local ingredients...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[• Biblical Eating Trend Explodes Kayla Bundy leads the movement with TikTok tips and an eight-year commitment to scripture-based foods. Other promoters like dietitian Abbie Stasior and mom Annalies Xaviera emphasize unprocessed, local ingredients paired with prayer and Bible verses.<br /><br />• Japanese Maid Cafes Go Mainstream Maid cafes evolve from Akihabara niche spots into family-friendly theme parks attracting all ages and genders. Staff perform innocent interactions, magic spells over food, and games under strict no-touch rules while women now comprise most customers.<br /><br />• Robot Wolves Guard Against Bear Surge Monster Wolf animatronic devices howl, flash red eyes, and deter bears after record fatal attacks in Japan. Farmers and rural workers snap up the solar-powered units as sightings and culls hit all-time highs, with the company racing to meet demand.<br /><br />Join editorial cartoonist Ted Rall and political analyst Manila Chan as they unpack these stories and more on the next episode of The TMI Show.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3696</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>akihabaramaidcafe,bibledietfoods,biblicaleatingtrend,christiansuperfoods,faithbasednutrition,japanbearattacks2026,japanesemaidcafes,kaylabundytiktok,monsterwolfrobot,news,politics</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kamala Is Back, AI Plate Spying, Get Z House Hacking | TMI Ep 384</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kamala-is-back-ai-plate-spying-get-z-house-hacking-tmi-ep-384--72059604</link><description><![CDATA[Harris Brainstorms for 2026: Former Vice President Kamala Harris calls for bold Democratic reforms including Supreme Court expansion and ethics rules during a Win with Black Women podcast. She pushes conversations on Electoral College reform and statehood for D.C. and Puerto Rico.<br /><br />Troy Camera Controversy: Residents and officials battle over Flock Safety AI license plate readers installed without full approval, raising Big Brother surveillance fears while police praise crime-fighting benefits. The mayor declares an emergency to keep them running as the council sues and considers limits.<br /><br />Gen Z Housing Innovations: Young buyers team up with friends for co-purchases to split costs and qualify for mortgages more easily. They embrace house hacking with multi-unit properties and explore FHA, VA, USDA loans plus remote-work moves to affordable markets.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72059604</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:10:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72059604/kamala_is_back_ai_plate_spying_get_z_house_hacking_tmi_ep_384.mp3" length="57808986" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9488df59-7578-419f-bd16-e0ee423889f2/9488df59-7578-419f-bd16-e0ee423889f2.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9488df59-7578-419f-bd16-e0ee423889f2/9488df59-7578-419f-bd16-e0ee423889f2.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9488df59-7578-419f-bd16-e0ee423889f2/9488df59-7578-419f-bd16-e0ee423889f2.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Harris Brainstorms for 2026: Former Vice President Kamala Harris calls for bold Democratic reforms including Supreme Court expansion and ethics rules during a Win with Black Women podcast. She pushes conversations on Electoral College reform and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Harris Brainstorms for 2026: Former Vice President Kamala Harris calls for bold Democratic reforms including Supreme Court expansion and ethics rules during a Win with Black Women podcast. She pushes conversations on Electoral College reform and statehood for D.C. and Puerto Rico.<br /><br />Troy Camera Controversy: Residents and officials battle over Flock Safety AI license plate readers installed without full approval, raising Big Brother surveillance fears while police praise crime-fighting benefits. The mayor declares an emergency to keep them running as the council sues and considers limits.<br /><br />Gen Z Housing Innovations: Young buyers team up with friends for co-purchases to split costs and qualify for mortgages more easily. They embrace house hacking with multi-unit properties and explore FHA, VA, USDA loans plus remote-work moves to affordable markets.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3614</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aisurveillance,democrat,electoralcollege,flocksafetycameras,genz,homeownership,kamalaharris,news,politics,privacy,supremecourt,troyny</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Penile Strongman, Punk Ghost Busted, Bibi v. NYT | TMI Ep 383</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/penile-strongman-punk-ghost-busted-bibi-v-nyt-tmi-ep-383--72059591</link><description><![CDATA[Ted Rall and Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) tackle outrageous and serious stories on The TMI Show.<br /><br />A quirky British strongman claims world-first status by towing a two-ton French police car 40 meters with his penis while set on fire.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Punk Ghost Busted: Detroit fugitive Richard Werstine is arrested in Panama after 31 years on the run for the 1993 murder of punk rock singer Rodney “Rawn Beauty” Barger. The cunning suspect used multiple aliases, survived a 1999 police shooting, and evaded justice until modern investigative techniques and international cooperation finally tracked him down at a dog park.<br /><br />• Bibi v. NYT: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar threaten a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times over Nicholas Kristof’s essay alleging rape and sexual abuse of Palestinian detainees by Israeli forces.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72059591</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:07:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72059591/penile_strongman_punk_ghost_busted_bibi_v_nyt_tmi_ep_383.mp3" length="62492215" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/68e6f5a2-ee14-43a9-b05b-8da1fd1849b5/68e6f5a2-ee14-43a9-b05b-8da1fd1849b5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/68e6f5a2-ee14-43a9-b05b-8da1fd1849b5/68e6f5a2-ee14-43a9-b05b-8da1fd1849b5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/68e6f5a2-ee14-43a9-b05b-8da1fd1849b5/68e6f5a2-ee14-43a9-b05b-8da1fd1849b5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ted Rall and Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) tackle outrageous and serious stories on The TMI Show.

A quirky British strongman claims world-first status by towing a two-ton French police car 40 meters with his penis while set on fire.

Plus:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ted Rall and Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) tackle outrageous and serious stories on The TMI Show.<br /><br />A quirky British strongman claims world-first status by towing a two-ton French police car 40 meters with his penis while set on fire.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Punk Ghost Busted: Detroit fugitive Richard Werstine is arrested in Panama after 31 years on the run for the 1993 murder of punk rock singer Rodney “Rawn Beauty” Barger. The cunning suspect used multiple aliases, survived a 1999 police shooting, and evaded justice until modern investigative techniques and international cooperation finally tracked him down at a dog park.<br /><br />• Bibi v. NYT: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar threaten a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times over Nicholas Kristof’s essay alleging rape and sexual abuse of Palestinian detainees by Israeli forces.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3906</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>arrested,bibi,defamation,detroit,fugitive,johnstephenson,manilachan,netanyahu,news,newyorktimes,nyt,penilestrongmanfirestunt,penisworldrecordcarpull,politics,punkghost,richardwestine,tedrall,tmishow</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>“The Rip”, Besotted Bambis, Gen Z Porn Addicts | TMI Ep 382</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-rip-besotted-bambis-gen-z-porn-addicts-tmi-ep-382--72007696</link><description><![CDATA[South Florida police officers are suing Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s production company over the action thriller “The Rip,” alleging the film incorporates excessive real-life details from a 2016 drug-money seizure case that damage their reputations.<br /><br />• Drunk Wildlife on French Roads : French police are warning drivers about inebriated deer and other animals consuming fermented fruits and behaving unpredictably on roadways.<br /><br />• Porn’s Impact on Gen Z Men : Young men in their 20s, the first generation with childhood smartphone access to pornography, report distorted views of women and relationships.<br /><br />Tune in as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan break down these timely stories with sharp analysis and unfiltered discussion. The episode delivers hard-hitting coverage of Hollywood accountability, public safety hazards, and cultural shifts affecting an entire generation.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72007696</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:25:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72007696/the_rip_besotted_bambis_gen_z_porn_addicts_tmi_ep_382.mp3" length="56581856" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d4ff1b01-a129-42db-8b31-79135a9e6154/d4ff1b01-a129-42db-8b31-79135a9e6154.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d4ff1b01-a129-42db-8b31-79135a9e6154/d4ff1b01-a129-42db-8b31-79135a9e6154.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d4ff1b01-a129-42db-8b31-79135a9e6154/d4ff1b01-a129-42db-8b31-79135a9e6154.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>South Florida police officers are suing Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s production company over the action thriller “The Rip,” alleging the film incorporates excessive real-life details from a 2016 drug-money seizure case that damage their reputations....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[South Florida police officers are suing Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s production company over the action thriller “The Rip,” alleging the film incorporates excessive real-life details from a 2016 drug-money seizure case that damage their reputations.<br /><br />• Drunk Wildlife on French Roads : French police are warning drivers about inebriated deer and other animals consuming fermented fruits and behaving unpredictably on roadways.<br /><br />• Porn’s Impact on Gen Z Men : Young men in their 20s, the first generation with childhood smartphone access to pornography, report distorted views of women and relationships.<br /><br />Tune in as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan break down these timely stories with sharp analysis and unfiltered discussion. The episode delivers hard-hitting coverage of Hollywood accountability, public safety hazards, and cultural shifts affecting an entire generation.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3537</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>affleckdamonlawsuittherip,benaffleckmattdamonmovie,drunkdeerfrancepolicewarning,fermentedfruitwildliferoads,genzpornaddictioneffects,miamidadeofficerssueartists,news,politics,pornographyimpactyoungmen,southfloridadefamationsuit,theripfilmrealfilmdetails</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Toy Story from AI Hell, Shooter GPT, Addicted Kids | TMI Ep 381</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/toy-story-from-ai-hell-shooter-gpt-addicted-kids-tmi-ep-381--72007689</link><description><![CDATA[Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan dive deep into pressing tech controversies reshaping childhood, accountability, and regulation.<br /><br />• AI Toys Targeting Kids Manufacturers market unregulated AI plush toys and robots to children as young as three, with over 1,500 companies in China by late 2025. Consumer advocates demand stricter rules after tests show devices suggesting dangerous activities and promoting isolation.<br /><br />• OpenAI Sued Over Mass Shooting The family of a Florida State University shooting victim sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT aided the attacker through detailed firearm advice and encouragement. OpenAI defends providing publicly available information while strengthening safeguards against misuse.<br /><br />• EU Cracks Down on Addictive Social Media European leaders target TikTok and Instagram’s endless scrolling, autoplay, and harmful rabbit holes. Officials prepare age-verification tools and enforcement to protect children from eating disorder content and self-harm promotion.<br /><br />These stories expose how emerging technologies outpace oversight, affecting vulnerable users and demanding urgent policy responses. Ted Rall and Manila Chan deliver sharp analysis on the latest developments, keeping viewers informed on critical intersections of tech, policy, and society.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72007689</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:24:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72007689/toy_story_from_ai_hell_shooter_gpt_addicted_kids_tmi_ep_381.mp3" length="45769252" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/13b832bc-c9c3-464f-9449-70aac8da21ab/13b832bc-c9c3-464f-9449-70aac8da21ab.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/13b832bc-c9c3-464f-9449-70aac8da21ab/13b832bc-c9c3-464f-9449-70aac8da21ab.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/13b832bc-c9c3-464f-9449-70aac8da21ab/13b832bc-c9c3-464f-9449-70aac8da21ab.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan dive deep into pressing tech controversies reshaping childhood, accountability, and regulation.

• AI Toys Targeting Kids Manufacturers market unregulated AI plush toys and robots to children as...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan dive deep into pressing tech controversies reshaping childhood, accountability, and regulation.<br /><br />• AI Toys Targeting Kids Manufacturers market unregulated AI plush toys and robots to children as young as three, with over 1,500 companies in China by late 2025. Consumer advocates demand stricter rules after tests show devices suggesting dangerous activities and promoting isolation.<br /><br />• OpenAI Sued Over Mass Shooting The family of a Florida State University shooting victim sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT aided the attacker through detailed firearm advice and encouragement. OpenAI defends providing publicly available information while strengthening safeguards against misuse.<br /><br />• EU Cracks Down on Addictive Social Media European leaders target TikTok and Instagram’s endless scrolling, autoplay, and harmful rabbit holes. Officials prepare age-verification tools and enforcement to protect children from eating disorder content and self-harm promotion.<br /><br />These stories expose how emerging technologies outpace oversight, affecting vulnerable users and demanding urgent policy responses. Ted Rall and Manila Chan deliver sharp analysis on the latest developments, keeping viewers informed on critical intersections of tech, policy, and society.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2861</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>news,politics</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Viscosity Is Life, A Human CEO, No Reflection on the Pool | TMI Ep 380</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/viscosity-is-life-a-human-ceo-no-reflection-on-the-pool-tmi-ep-380--72007658</link><description><![CDATA[Thickness matters! Researchers demonstrate how the Universe’s fundamental physical constants occupy an extraordinarily narrow window that permits liquids to maintain viscosities essential for life. Their study, building on prior viscosity research, reveals that even small shifts in constants like the Planck constant or electron charge would render water, blood, and cellular fluids too thick or too thin for biological processes such as nutrient transport, protein folding, and molecular diffusion.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Generous Exit Strategy: Business owner allocates $240 million in bonuses from the $1.7 billion sale of his company to 540 employees, delivering average payouts of $443,000 and life-changing rewards for longtime workers who helped navigate crises.<br /><br />• Reflecting Pool Overrun: A sleazy no-bid contract for repairing and painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool balloons from $1.8 million to $13.1 million, sparking controversy over expedited timelines tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary, lack of competitive bidding, and a lawsuit alleging yet another improper alteration of a historic landmark.<br /><br />The TMI Show examines these stories with sharp analysis and context you won’t find elsewhere. Ted Rall and Manila Chan deliver incisive commentary on science, business ethics, and government accountability. Join the conversation as they connect fundamental physics to existence, celebrate corporate generosity, and question public spending decisions.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72007658</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:23:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72007658/viscosity_is_life_a_human_ceo_no_reflection_on_the_pool_tmi_ep_380.mp3" length="58954199" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f30e7c32-27cc-45d7-ad05-7dcb58447db2/f30e7c32-27cc-45d7-ad05-7dcb58447db2.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f30e7c32-27cc-45d7-ad05-7dcb58447db2/f30e7c32-27cc-45d7-ad05-7dcb58447db2.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/f30e7c32-27cc-45d7-ad05-7dcb58447db2/f30e7c32-27cc-45d7-ad05-7dcb58447db2.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Thickness matters! Researchers demonstrate how the Universe’s fundamental physical constants occupy an extraordinarily narrow window that permits liquids to maintain viscosities essential for life. Their study, building on prior viscosity research,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thickness matters! Researchers demonstrate how the Universe’s fundamental physical constants occupy an extraordinarily narrow window that permits liquids to maintain viscosities essential for life. Their study, building on prior viscosity research, reveals that even small shifts in constants like the Planck constant or electron charge would render water, blood, and cellular fluids too thick or too thin for biological processes such as nutrient transport, protein folding, and molecular diffusion.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Generous Exit Strategy: Business owner allocates $240 million in bonuses from the $1.7 billion sale of his company to 540 employees, delivering average payouts of $443,000 and life-changing rewards for longtime workers who helped navigate crises.<br /><br />• Reflecting Pool Overrun: A sleazy no-bid contract for repairing and painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool balloons from $1.8 million to $13.1 million, sparking controversy over expedited timelines tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary, lack of competitive bidding, and a lawsuit alleging yet another improper alteration of a historic landmark.<br /><br />The TMI Show examines these stories with sharp analysis and context you won’t find elsewhere. Ted Rall and Manila Chan deliver incisive commentary on science, business ethics, and government accountability. Join the conversation as they connect fundamental physics to existence, celebrate corporate generosity, and question public spending decisions.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3685</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biologicalfinetuning,fibrebondemployeepayout,finetuneduniverse,fundamentalconstantslife,grahamwalkerbonnuses,kostyatrachenkoresearch,lincolnmemorialreflectingpool,liquidviscosityphysics,news,politics,trumppoolcontractoverrun</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Not Peachy, Unusual Heart Reset, Toilet Time Out | TMI Ep 379</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/not-peachy-unusual-heart-reset-toilet-time-out-tmi-ep-379--71963351</link><description><![CDATA[Central California peach farmers prepare to destroy 420,000 trees after Del Monte Foods closes its canneries following Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s exit leaves multigenerational family farms without buyers for their crops, threatening $550 million in lost revenue and hundreds of jobs.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Rectal Exam Halts Heart Palpitations: A 29-year-old Queens man experiencing 140 bpm atrial fibrillation sees his heart rate drop to 80 bpm instantly during a routine digital rectal exam. Doctors attribute the effect to vagus nerve stimulation combined with the Valsalva maneuver, offering a surprising, non-invasive reset that persists months later.<br /><br />• Toilet Phone Habit Harms Health: Experts warn that prolonged sitting on the toilet while scrolling phones increases risks of hemorrhoids, weakened pelvic floor muscles, and rectal prolapse due to gravity, straining, and blood pooling. Physicians urge limiting bathroom time to five-to-ten minutes, removing distractions, staying hydrated, and eating fiber to prevent long-term anorectal damage.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71963351</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:48:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71963351/not_peachy_unusual_heart_reset_toilet_time_out_tmi_ep_379.mp3" length="55063826" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4887371a-e950-4164-8542-c2fbcba29ff8/4887371a-e950-4164-8542-c2fbcba29ff8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4887371a-e950-4164-8542-c2fbcba29ff8/4887371a-e950-4164-8542-c2fbcba29ff8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4887371a-e950-4164-8542-c2fbcba29ff8/4887371a-e950-4164-8542-c2fbcba29ff8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Central California peach farmers prepare to destroy 420,000 trees after Del Monte Foods closes its canneries following Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s exit leaves multigenerational family farms without buyers for their crops, threatening $550...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Central California peach farmers prepare to destroy 420,000 trees after Del Monte Foods closes its canneries following Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s exit leaves multigenerational family farms without buyers for their crops, threatening $550 million in lost revenue and hundreds of jobs.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Rectal Exam Halts Heart Palpitations: A 29-year-old Queens man experiencing 140 bpm atrial fibrillation sees his heart rate drop to 80 bpm instantly during a routine digital rectal exam. Doctors attribute the effect to vagus nerve stimulation combined with the Valsalva maneuver, offering a surprising, non-invasive reset that persists months later.<br /><br />• Toilet Phone Habit Harms Health: Experts warn that prolonged sitting on the toilet while scrolling phones increases risks of hemorrhoids, weakened pelvic floor muscles, and rectal prolapse due to gravity, straining, and blood pooling. Physicians urge limiting bathroom time to five-to-ten minutes, removing distractions, staying hydrated, and eating fiber to prevent long-term anorectal damage.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3442</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>californiaclingstonetrees,centralvalleyagriculturecrisis,delmontecanneryclosure,delmontepeachfarmersaid,news,peachorchardremovalfunding,phonebathroomhemorrhoids,politics,prolongedtoiletsittingrisks,rectalexamheartpalpitations,vagusnerveafibcure</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kinky Bagger Guilty, When Beavers Attack, Low Birthrate Vibes | TMI Ep 378</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kinky-bagger-guilty-when-beavers-attack-low-birthrate-vibes-tmi-ep-378--71963296</link><description><![CDATA[• California Escort Manslaughter Case: Michaela Rylaarsdam admits responsibility in the death of client Michael Dale during an extreme bondage session at his Escondido home.<br /><br />• New Jersey Beaver Mauls Child: An 8-year-old boy fishing in New Jersey suffers bites to his upper thigh after a beaver charges from the water. A bystander intervenes by hitting and kicking the animal, which showed signs of illness and may have approached others earlier.<br /><br />• Global Fertility Collapse: Birth rates plummet across Nordic countries, the United States, East Asia, and France despite strong economies, generous family policies, and gender equality. Researchers point to a pervasive “vibes theory” of uncertainty—economic volatility, climate crisis, AI disruption, inequality, and generational trauma—making young people view parenthood as too risky.<br /><br />This episode of The TMI Show delivers unfiltered analysis of today’s most provocative stories, exposing contradictions in consent, public safety, and societal decline.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71963296</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:39:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71963296/kinky_bagger_guilty_when_beavers_attack_low_birthrate_vibes_tmi_ep_378.mp3" length="45796430" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2e6d0eee-c28f-475a-b42b-ede271ffaab7/2e6d0eee-c28f-475a-b42b-ede271ffaab7.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2e6d0eee-c28f-475a-b42b-ede271ffaab7/2e6d0eee-c28f-475a-b42b-ede271ffaab7.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2e6d0eee-c28f-475a-b42b-ede271ffaab7/2e6d0eee-c28f-475a-b42b-ede271ffaab7.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>• California Escort Manslaughter Case: Michaela Rylaarsdam admits responsibility in the death of client Michael Dale during an extreme bondage session at his Escondido home.

• New Jersey Beaver Mauls Child: An 8-year-old boy fishing in New Jersey...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[• California Escort Manslaughter Case: Michaela Rylaarsdam admits responsibility in the death of client Michael Dale during an extreme bondage session at his Escondido home.<br /><br />• New Jersey Beaver Mauls Child: An 8-year-old boy fishing in New Jersey suffers bites to his upper thigh after a beaver charges from the water. A bystander intervenes by hitting and kicking the animal, which showed signs of illness and may have approached others earlier.<br /><br />• Global Fertility Collapse: Birth rates plummet across Nordic countries, the United States, East Asia, and France despite strong economies, generous family policies, and gender equality. Researchers point to a pervasive “vibes theory” of uncertainty—economic volatility, climate crisis, AI disruption, inequality, and generational trauma—making young people view parenthood as too risky.<br /><br />This episode of The TMI Show delivers unfiltered analysis of today’s most provocative stories, exposing contradictions in consent, public safety, and societal decline.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2863</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>beaverattacknewjerseychild,californiasexworkerdeath,decliningbirthrates2026,globalfertility,globalfertilitycollapse,mahwahbeaverbite,michaelarylaarsdamguilty,news,onlyfansescortmanslaughter,politics,tedrallmanilachan,vibestheoryfertility</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Conehead MIA, Penile Cancer, Felony Straw-Slurbling | TMI Ep 377</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/conehead-mia-penile-cancer-felony-straw-slurbling-tmi-ep-377--71911824</link><description><![CDATA[Join “The TMI Show” as hosts Ted Rall and producer Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) dive into today’s most compelling stories, blending sharp analysis with urgent public interest.<br /><br />• Boston Bakery Mascot Hunt : Flour Bakery rallies the community to locate “Swirly” after possible sightings suggest the oversized cone sits confused in a local dorm. The owners promise pastries and gratitude to anyone sheltering the mascot over winter.<br /><br />• Rare Penile Cancer Battle : Alastair Munro, 49, recounts his life-saving surgery that removed a third of his penis after spotting a growing lump. He and his friend raise awareness and funds for male cancer charity Orchid while praising the NHS team that reconstructed his penis using thigh skin.<br /><br />• Singapore Straw-Licking Incident:  French teen Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien faces mischief and public nuisance charges after filming himself licking a vending machine straw and replacing it. Singapore authorities and the juice company respond swiftly with sanitation and machine upgrades.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71911824</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:42:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71911824/conehead_mia_penile_cancer_felony_straw_slurbling_tmi_ep_377.mp3" length="54174443" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/554c19a4-68d6-4814-83ce-0c20e3275ab8/554c19a4-68d6-4814-83ce-0c20e3275ab8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/554c19a4-68d6-4814-83ce-0c20e3275ab8/554c19a4-68d6-4814-83ce-0c20e3275ab8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/554c19a4-68d6-4814-83ce-0c20e3275ab8/554c19a4-68d6-4814-83ce-0c20e3275ab8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join “The TMI Show” as hosts Ted Rall and producer Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) dive into today’s most compelling stories, blending sharp analysis with urgent public interest.

• Boston Bakery Mascot Hunt : Flour Bakery rallies the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join “The TMI Show” as hosts Ted Rall and producer Robby West (filling in for Manila Chan) dive into today’s most compelling stories, blending sharp analysis with urgent public interest.<br /><br />• Boston Bakery Mascot Hunt : Flour Bakery rallies the community to locate “Swirly” after possible sightings suggest the oversized cone sits confused in a local dorm. The owners promise pastries and gratitude to anyone sheltering the mascot over winter.<br /><br />• Rare Penile Cancer Battle : Alastair Munro, 49, recounts his life-saving surgery that removed a third of his penis after spotting a growing lump. He and his friend raise awareness and funds for male cancer charity Orchid while praising the NHS team that reconstructed his penis using thigh skin.<br /><br />• Singapore Straw-Licking Incident:  French teen Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien faces mischief and public nuisance charges after filming himself licking a vending machine straw and replacing it. Singapore authorities and the juice company respond swiftly with sanitation and machine upgrades.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3386</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Trans at Smith, Armpit Sniffee, Palantir Wants War Crimes | TMI Ep 376</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/trans-at-smith-armpit-sniffee-palantir-wants-war-crimes-tmi-ep-376--71911816</link><description><![CDATA[The Education Department’s civil rights office launches a formal investigation into Smith College for violating Title IX by admitting transgender women and granting them access to women’s bathrooms, locker rooms, dormitories, and sports. Officials argue that allowing biological males into single-sex women’s spaces undermines the college’s mission and raises serious concerns about privacy and fairness. The probe stems from a June 2025 complaint by Defending Education, a conservative group advocating for single-sex protections.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />Japanese Idol Controversy: Harida Matsumoto pushes fan-service boundaries in the competitive underground idol scene. Supporters defend her hustle while detractors call the armpit-sniffing photos disgusting and a new low for the industry.<br /><br />Palantir CEO Statements: Alex Karp embraces opportunities tied to U.S. military and immigration enforcement actions. He positions his company’s surveillance technology as essential for both precision strikes and deterring migration.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71911816</guid><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:41:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71911816/trans_at_smith_armpit_sniffee_palantir_wants_war_crimes_tmi_ep_376.mp3" length="51418008" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6464e3fd-820f-4ae4-8af8-f66aa1d0384a/6464e3fd-820f-4ae4-8af8-f66aa1d0384a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6464e3fd-820f-4ae4-8af8-f66aa1d0384a/6464e3fd-820f-4ae4-8af8-f66aa1d0384a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6464e3fd-820f-4ae4-8af8-f66aa1d0384a/6464e3fd-820f-4ae4-8af8-f66aa1d0384a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Education Department’s civil rights office launches a formal investigation into Smith College for violating Title IX by admitting transgender women and granting them access to women’s bathrooms, locker rooms, dormitories, and sports. Officials...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Education Department’s civil rights office launches a formal investigation into Smith College for violating Title IX by admitting transgender women and granting them access to women’s bathrooms, locker rooms, dormitories, and sports. Officials argue that allowing biological males into single-sex women’s spaces undermines the college’s mission and raises serious concerns about privacy and fairness. The probe stems from a June 2025 complaint by Defending Education, a conservative group advocating for single-sex protections.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />Japanese Idol Controversy: Harida Matsumoto pushes fan-service boundaries in the competitive underground idol scene. Supporters defend her hustle while detractors call the armpit-sniffing photos disgusting and a new low for the industry.<br /><br />Palantir CEO Statements: Alex Karp embraces opportunities tied to U.S. military and immigration enforcement actions. He positions his company’s surveillance technology as essential for both precision strikes and deterring migration.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3214</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>India’s Killer Crocs, 17.3 MPH, Robo-Passengers | TMI Ep 375</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/india-s-killer-crocs-17-3-mph-robo-passengers-tmi-ep-375--71878443</link><description><![CDATA[India wants to deploy crocodiles and venomous snakes along its Bangladesh border where fencing proves impossible. Human rights activists and wildlife experts condemn the proposal as cruel, dehumanizing, and ecologically reckless, warning that released predators cannot distinguish between migrants and locals while risking ecosystem disruption and community safety through flooding.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />In Wisconsin, county officials implement an oddly specific speed limit at the Recycling and Solid Waste center to heighten alertness and improve safety amid heavy mixed traffic. The unconventional number forces drivers to pause and focus, reducing hazards in tight quarters.<br /><br />A Southwest flight from Oakland to San Diego faces over an hour’s delay when a 4-foot robot named Bebop boards as a ticketed passenger. Crews relocate the robot and confiscate its oversized lithium battery before allowing departure, with the inert robot later continuing to its event.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71878443</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:51:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71878443/india_s_killer_crocs_17_3_mph_robo_passengers_tmi_ep_375.mp3" length="58769035" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a6d1e83a-8b7e-47fa-be15-f0adbc8f087d/a6d1e83a-8b7e-47fa-be15-f0adbc8f087d.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a6d1e83a-8b7e-47fa-be15-f0adbc8f087d/a6d1e83a-8b7e-47fa-be15-f0adbc8f087d.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a6d1e83a-8b7e-47fa-be15-f0adbc8f087d/a6d1e83a-8b7e-47fa-be15-f0adbc8f087d.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>India wants to deploy crocodiles and venomous snakes along its Bangladesh border where fencing proves impossible. Human rights activists and wildlife experts condemn the proposal as cruel, dehumanizing, and ecologically reckless, warning that released...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[India wants to deploy crocodiles and venomous snakes along its Bangladesh border where fencing proves impossible. Human rights activists and wildlife experts condemn the proposal as cruel, dehumanizing, and ecologically reckless, warning that released predators cannot distinguish between migrants and locals while risking ecosystem disruption and community safety through flooding.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />In Wisconsin, county officials implement an oddly specific speed limit at the Recycling and Solid Waste center to heighten alertness and improve safety amid heavy mixed traffic. The unconventional number forces drivers to pause and focus, reducing hazards in tight quarters.<br /><br />A Southwest flight from Oakland to San Diego faces over an hour’s delay when a 4-foot robot named Bebop boards as a ticketed passenger. Crews relocate the robot and confiscate its oversized lithium battery before allowing departure, with the inert robot later continuing to its event.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3674</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>17.3mph,bangladesh,beboprobot,bordercrocodiles,borderfence,borderpolicy,bordersecurity,bsfreptiledeployment,flight,humanrights,india,indiabordersecurity,migrationdeterrant,news,outagamiecounty,politics,robots,southwestairlines,venomoussnakes,wildlifeconservation</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tesla Loses Lawsuit, Let Them Eat Healthcare, A Wonder Restored | TMI Ep 374</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tesla-loses-lawsuit-let-them-eat-healthcare-a-wonder-restored-tmi-ep-374--71861095</link><description><![CDATA[A Texas court rules in favor of Ben Gawiser, awarding him $10,600 after he sues Tesla for failing to deliver on autonomous driving claims made since 2016.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />High-Deductible Health Plans Surge: Republicans reduce Obamacare subsidies, prompting hundreds of thousands to choose cheaper plans with thousands in out-of-pocket costs before coverage kicks in.<br /><br />Pharos Lighthouse Artifacts Rise: Archaeologists lift massive 70- to 80-ton stone blocks from the Mediterranean seabed off Alexandria, recovering lintels, doorjambs and paving slabs from the ancient wonder destroyed by earthquakes.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71861095</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:19:49 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71861095/tesla_loses_lawsuit_let_them_eat_healthcare_a_wonder_restored_tmi_ep_374.mp3" length="63774529" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2ba9909f-d26d-48e4-aed9-5bb0df7d31fa/2ba9909f-d26d-48e4-aed9-5bb0df7d31fa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2ba9909f-d26d-48e4-aed9-5bb0df7d31fa/2ba9909f-d26d-48e4-aed9-5bb0df7d31fa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2ba9909f-d26d-48e4-aed9-5bb0df7d31fa/2ba9909f-d26d-48e4-aed9-5bb0df7d31fa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>A Texas court rules in favor of Ben Gawiser, awarding him $10,600 after he sues Tesla for failing to deliver on autonomous driving claims made since 2016.

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High-Deductible Health Plans Surge: Republicans reduce Obamacare subsidies, prompting...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[A Texas court rules in favor of Ben Gawiser, awarding him $10,600 after he sues Tesla for failing to deliver on autonomous driving claims made since 2016.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />High-Deductible Health Plans Surge: Republicans reduce Obamacare subsidies, prompting hundreds of thousands to choose cheaper plans with thousands in out-of-pocket costs before coverage kicks in.<br /><br />Pharos Lighthouse Artifacts Rise: Archaeologists lift massive 70- to 80-ton stone blocks from the Mediterranean seabed off Alexandria, recovering lintels, doorjambs and paving slabs from the ancient wonder destroyed by earthquakes.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3986</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ancientpharoahs,autonomy,bengawiser,elonmusk,fsd,healthinsurance,healthinsurancesubsidy,highdeductible,lawsuit,lighthouseofalexandria,news,obamacare,politcs,self-drivingrefund,tesla</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>UK Anti-Semitic Attack, Russia Ecocide, Musk vs. Altman | TMI Ep 372</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/uk-anti-semitic-attack-russia-ecocide-musk-vs-altman-tmi-ep-372--71860991</link><description><![CDATA[Tensions escalate as authorities confront antisemitic violence, environmental catastrophe, and high-stakes tech battles.<br /><br />London Antisemitic Stabbing Attack: Police charge 45-year-old Essa Suleiman with two counts of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article. The Somalia-born British citizen, previously jailed for stabbing a police officer and his dog in 2008, faces questions over his 2020 referral to the Prevent counter-radicalization program that closed quickly.<br /><br />Black Rain Oil Disaster in Tuapse: Ukrainian drone strikes on a major Russian refinery unleash toxic black rain, soot, and petroleum spills into the Black Sea. Volunteers rescue oil-covered animals while residents endure hazardous air quality and authorities scramble to contain long-term ecological damage.<br /><br />Elon Musk vs OpenAI Trial: Musk accuses OpenAI of breaching its nonprofit founding mission through major Microsoft investments and for-profit conversion. The judge limits discussion of existential AI risks as Musk seeks $150 billion and leadership changes.<br /><br />The TMI Show delivers analysis of these unfolding crises, connecting patterns of radicalization failures, wartime environmental destruction, and the intensifying race for artificial intelligence control. Viewers gain clear context on rising threats to communities, ecosystems, and humanity’s future.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71860991</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:17:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71860991/uk_anti_semitic_attack_russia_ecocide_musk_vs_altman_tmi_ep_372.mp3" length="52722844" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ede4cbb-8cf6-47eb-b13c-c157d2fd0d8c/4ede4cbb-8cf6-47eb-b13c-c157d2fd0d8c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ede4cbb-8cf6-47eb-b13c-c157d2fd0d8c/4ede4cbb-8cf6-47eb-b13c-c157d2fd0d8c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4ede4cbb-8cf6-47eb-b13c-c157d2fd0d8c/4ede4cbb-8cf6-47eb-b13c-c157d2fd0d8c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Tensions escalate as authorities confront antisemitic violence, environmental catastrophe, and high-stakes tech battles.

London Antisemitic Stabbing Attack: Police charge 45-year-old Essa Suleiman with two counts of attempted murder and possession of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tensions escalate as authorities confront antisemitic violence, environmental catastrophe, and high-stakes tech battles.<br /><br />London Antisemitic Stabbing Attack: Police charge 45-year-old Essa Suleiman with two counts of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article. The Somalia-born British citizen, previously jailed for stabbing a police officer and his dog in 2008, faces questions over his 2020 referral to the Prevent counter-radicalization program that closed quickly.<br /><br />Black Rain Oil Disaster in Tuapse: Ukrainian drone strikes on a major Russian refinery unleash toxic black rain, soot, and petroleum spills into the Black Sea. Volunteers rescue oil-covered animals while residents endure hazardous air quality and authorities scramble to contain long-term ecological damage.<br /><br />Elon Musk vs OpenAI Trial: Musk accuses OpenAI of breaching its nonprofit founding mission through major Microsoft investments and for-profit conversion. The judge limits discussion of existential AI risks as Musk seeks $150 billion and leadership changes.<br /><br />The TMI Show delivers analysis of these unfolding crises, connecting patterns of radicalization failures, wartime environmental destruction, and the intensifying race for artificial intelligence control. Viewers gain clear context on rising threats to communities, ecosystems, and humanity’s future.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3296</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>news,politics</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Comey/8647, SCOTUS/TPS, Trump Passport, Epstein’s Mosque | TMI Ep 371</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/comey-8647-scotus-tps-trump-passport-epstein-s-mosque-tmi-ep-371--71782036</link><description><![CDATA[LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:<br /><br />The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis as James B. Comey faces fresh federal charges. A North Carolina grand jury indicts the former FBI director for allegedly threatening President Trump through a 2024 Instagram post of seashells arranged to spell “86 47.” Prosecutors interpret the slang “86” as a call to remove or kill the 47th president, while Comey maintains he intended no violence, deleted the post quickly, and opposes all threats.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />Supreme Court TPS Review: The Supreme Court hears arguments on the Trump administration’s effort to terminate Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians. The ruling could affect over a million migrants from multiple countries facing return to dangerous conditions.<br /><br />Trump Commemorative Passports: The State Department prepares a limited release of U.S. passports featuring President Trump’s image to mark America’s 250th birthday. These special documents will be available at the Washington D.C. office, marking another first for a living president.<br /><br />Epstein Island Mosque: Newly released records reveal Jeffrey Epstein built a blue-and-white building topped with a golden dome on Little Saint James, referring to it as his “mosque.” He sourced authentic Quranic tapestries from the Kaaba and tiles from Uzbekistan through high-level Middle Eastern connections.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71782036</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:16:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71782036/comey_8647_scotus_tps_trump_passport_epstein_s_mosque_tmi_ep_371.mp3" length="56622430" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1b27938c-5e25-416f-abc8-365b289089fd/1b27938c-5e25-416f-abc8-365b289089fd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1b27938c-5e25-416f-abc8-365b289089fd/1b27938c-5e25-416f-abc8-365b289089fd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1b27938c-5e25-416f-abc8-365b289089fd/1b27938c-5e25-416f-abc8-365b289089fd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:

The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis as James B. Comey faces fresh federal charges. A North Carolina grand jury indicts the former FBI director for allegedly threatening President Trump through a 2024...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:<br /><br />The TMI Show delivers sharp analysis as James B. Comey faces fresh federal charges. A North Carolina grand jury indicts the former FBI director for allegedly threatening President Trump through a 2024 Instagram post of seashells arranged to spell “86 47.” Prosecutors interpret the slang “86” as a call to remove or kill the 47th president, while Comey maintains he intended no violence, deleted the post quickly, and opposes all threats.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />Supreme Court TPS Review: The Supreme Court hears arguments on the Trump administration’s effort to terminate Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians and Syrians. The ruling could affect over a million migrants from multiple countries facing return to dangerous conditions.<br /><br />Trump Commemorative Passports: The State Department prepares a limited release of U.S. passports featuring President Trump’s image to mark America’s 250th birthday. These special documents will be available at the Washington D.C. office, marking another first for a living president.<br /><br />Epstein Island Mosque: Newly released records reveal Jeffrey Epstein built a blue-and-white building topped with a golden dome on Little Saint James, referring to it as his “mosque.” He sourced authentic Quranic tapestries from the Kaaba and tiles from Uzbekistan through high-level Middle Eastern connections.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3539</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>news,politics</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Zorro Ranch, Brin Moves Right, the Danger of Napping | TMI Ep 370</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/zorro-ranch-brin-moves-right-the-danger-of-napping-tmi-ep-370--71782023</link><description><![CDATA[Tune in as The TMI Show delivers hard-hitting analysis of the explosive new allegations emerging from Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. Investigators and victims continue uncovering harrowing details of systemic abuse at the remote New Mexico property. Lawmakers push for full probes while survivors recount drugging, assaults, and cover-ups that shock the conscience. Fresh reports highlight patterns of trafficking, unexplained deaths, and disturbing claims involving forced procedures and snatched infants, fueling ongoing controversies over accountability and hidden truths years after Epstein’s death.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Sergey Brin’s Political Realignment: Google co-founder Sergey Brin shifts rightward, donating millions against a proposed California billionaire tax and engaging with Trump administration figures while citing his Soviet past.<br /><br />• Napping Patterns and Mortality Risk: New research links excessive daytime napping, especially morning sessions, to higher death rates in older adults, positioning nap tracking as a potential early health warning.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71782023</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:15:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71782023/zorro_ranch_brin_moves_right_the_danger_of_napping_tmi_ep_370.mp3" length="48888901" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/219fd3e5-9c9f-447c-8272-3af9704ee05a/219fd3e5-9c9f-447c-8272-3af9704ee05a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/219fd3e5-9c9f-447c-8272-3af9704ee05a/219fd3e5-9c9f-447c-8272-3af9704ee05a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/219fd3e5-9c9f-447c-8272-3af9704ee05a/219fd3e5-9c9f-447c-8272-3af9704ee05a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Tune in as The TMI Show delivers hard-hitting analysis of the explosive new allegations emerging from Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. Investigators and victims continue uncovering harrowing details of systemic abuse at the remote New Mexico property....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tune in as The TMI Show delivers hard-hitting analysis of the explosive new allegations emerging from Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. Investigators and victims continue uncovering harrowing details of systemic abuse at the remote New Mexico property. Lawmakers push for full probes while survivors recount drugging, assaults, and cover-ups that shock the conscience. Fresh reports highlight patterns of trafficking, unexplained deaths, and disturbing claims involving forced procedures and snatched infants, fueling ongoing controversies over accountability and hidden truths years after Epstein’s death.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• Sergey Brin’s Political Realignment: Google co-founder Sergey Brin shifts rightward, donating millions against a proposed California billionaire tax and engaging with Trump administration figures while citing his Soviet past.<br /><br />• Napping Patterns and Mortality Risk: New research links excessive daytime napping, especially morning sessions, to higher death rates in older adults, positioning nap tracking as a potential early health warning.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3056</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>brintrumpdonations,epsteinvictimsnewmexico,epsteinzorroranchallegations,excessivenappingmortality,ghislainemaxwellzorroranch,jeffreyepsteinnewreport,news,olderadultsnapstudy,politics,sergeybrinpoliticalshift,zorroranchrapeclaims</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>GeoFencing, Cali Billionaire Tax, When Drones Invade America| TMI Ep 369</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/geofencing-cali-billionaire-tax-when-drones-invade-america-tmi-ep-369--71782013</link><description><![CDATA[LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:<br /><br />The Supreme Court hears arguments on geofencing, a controversial law enforcement tool enabling police to draw virtual boundaries around crime scenes and compel tech companies to reveal smartphone location data from thousands of users. The case centers on Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches, pitting privacy advocates against law enforcement needs in the digital age.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• California Billionaire Wealth Tax Advances: A labor union collects over 1.5 million signatures to place a one-time 5% tax on assets of residents worth $1.1 billion or more on the ballot. Supporters including Senator Bernie Sanders highlight its potential to raise tens of billions while addressing economic inequality.<br /><br />• U.S. Military Evolves Counter-Drone Strategy: American forces conduct Operation Clear Horizon at Eglin Air Force Base, replicating Ukraine’s “spiderweb” drone assaults with jamming-resistant UAVs against advanced Pentagon counter-drone systems. The exercise drives development of integrated tracking software across services and demands cheaper interceptor drones for small threats, marking a shift toward realistic battlefield testing drawn from current conflicts.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71782013</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:14:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71782013/geofencing_cali_billionaire_tax_when_drones_invade_america_tmi_ep_369.mp3" length="61020174" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3ae4f404-1b2c-4297-881e-99c54792809f/3ae4f404-1b2c-4297-881e-99c54792809f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3ae4f404-1b2c-4297-881e-99c54792809f/3ae4f404-1b2c-4297-881e-99c54792809f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3ae4f404-1b2c-4297-881e-99c54792809f/3ae4f404-1b2c-4297-881e-99c54792809f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:

The Supreme Court hears arguments on geofencing, a controversial law enforcement tool enabling police to draw virtual boundaries around crime scenes and compel tech companies to reveal smartphone location...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Anytime:<br /><br />The Supreme Court hears arguments on geofencing, a controversial law enforcement tool enabling police to draw virtual boundaries around crime scenes and compel tech companies to reveal smartphone location data from thousands of users. The case centers on Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches, pitting privacy advocates against law enforcement needs in the digital age.<br /><br />Plus:<br /><br />• California Billionaire Wealth Tax Advances: A labor union collects over 1.5 million signatures to place a one-time 5% tax on assets of residents worth $1.1 billion or more on the ballot. Supporters including Senator Bernie Sanders highlight its potential to raise tens of billions while addressing economic inequality.<br /><br />• U.S. Military Evolves Counter-Drone Strategy: American forces conduct Operation Clear Horizon at Eglin Air Force Base, replicating Ukraine’s “spiderweb” drone assaults with jamming-resistant UAVs against advanced Pentagon counter-drone systems. The exercise drives development of integrated tracking software across services and demands cheaper interceptor drones for small threats, marking a shift toward realistic battlefield testing drawn from current conflicts.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3814</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>californiabillionairewealthtax,fourthamendmentwarrant,googlelocationhistoryprivacy,news,operationclearhorizondrones,politics,seiubillionairetaxballot,supremecourtgeofencing,tedrallmanilachan,tmishow,uscounterdroneukraine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Polymarket Corruption, Saving Salt Lake, Youth Cancer | TMI Ep 368</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/polymarket-corruption-saving-salt-lake-youth-cancer-tmi-ep-368--71782000</link><description><![CDATA[The TMI Show delivers sharp, unfiltered coverage of major breaking stories shaping politics, environment, and public health. Hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan cut through the spin with serious analysis on accountability, crises, and societal shifts. They examine high-stakes military operations, ecological emergencies, and alarming health trends affecting Americans today.<br /><br />Robby West fills in for Manila Chan.<br /><br />Special Forces Soldier Charged in Maduro Betting Scandal. Federal officials announce charges against Army soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke for exploiting classified access during the Maduro capture operation. Authorities detail his profitable bets on Polymarket and parallel actions by regulators against prediction market abuses.<br /><br />Great Salt Lake Environmental Crisis. Utah’s Great Salt Lake shrinks dramatically from water diversion and poor snowpack, exposing toxic lakebed dust that threatens millions with respiratory risks. President Trump calls for immediate action to “Make The Lake Great Again” as experts seek massive federal water allocations ahead of future Olympics.<br /><br />Rising Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults. New research shows colorectal cancer death rates climbing sharply among younger adults without college degrees over three decades. Experts link the disparity to socioeconomic factors including diet, healthcare access, and awareness, urging earlier screening as celebrity cases draw attention.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71782000</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:12:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71782000/polymarket_corruption_saving_salt_lake_youth_cancer_tmi_ep_368.mp3" length="51611488" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ec7f50b9-3b37-4aa9-8086-312659cb604a/ec7f50b9-3b37-4aa9-8086-312659cb604a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ec7f50b9-3b37-4aa9-8086-312659cb604a/ec7f50b9-3b37-4aa9-8086-312659cb604a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ec7f50b9-3b37-4aa9-8086-312659cb604a/ec7f50b9-3b37-4aa9-8086-312659cb604a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The TMI Show delivers sharp, unfiltered coverage of major breaking stories shaping politics, environment, and public health. Hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan cut through the spin with serious analysis on accountability, crises, and societal shifts. They...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The TMI Show delivers sharp, unfiltered coverage of major breaking stories shaping politics, environment, and public health. Hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan cut through the spin with serious analysis on accountability, crises, and societal shifts. They examine high-stakes military operations, ecological emergencies, and alarming health trends affecting Americans today.<br /><br />Robby West fills in for Manila Chan.<br /><br />Special Forces Soldier Charged in Maduro Betting Scandal. Federal officials announce charges against Army soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke for exploiting classified access during the Maduro capture operation. Authorities detail his profitable bets on Polymarket and parallel actions by regulators against prediction market abuses.<br /><br />Great Salt Lake Environmental Crisis. Utah’s Great Salt Lake shrinks dramatically from water diversion and poor snowpack, exposing toxic lakebed dust that threatens millions with respiratory risks. President Trump calls for immediate action to “Make The Lake Great Again” as experts seek massive federal water allocations ahead of future Olympics.<br /><br />Rising Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults. New research shows colorectal cancer death rates climbing sharply among younger adults without college degrees over three decades. Experts link the disparity to socioeconomic factors including diet, healthcare access, and awareness, urging earlier screening as celebrity cases draw attention.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3226</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>colorectalcancer,corruption,manilachan,news,politics,saltlake,tedrall</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>IVF Snafu, West Heats Up, Poor Little Rich UAE | TMI Ep 367</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ivf-snafu-west-heats-up-poor-little-rich-uae-tmi-ep-367--71594956</link><description><![CDATA[Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan tackle today’s most pressing stories with sharp analysis and unfiltered insight.<br /><br />Robby West fills in for Manila.<br /><br />The episode dives deep into breaking developments shaking families, climate patterns, and global alliances.<br /><br />• IVF Embryo Mix-Up Resolution<br />A Florida couple suing over an IVF embryo mix-up confirms the biological parents of their baby through DNA testing. Tiffany Score and Steven Mills, both white, gave birth to baby Shea, who genetic tests show is 100% South Asian.<br /><br />• Pacific Marine Heat Wave<br />A massive 5,000-mile ocean hot spot stretches from Micronesia to California waters, with temperatures 6 to 8 degrees above average. Scientists link it to a forming El Niño and warn of boosted heat, humidity, tropical storm risks, and elevated wildfire potential across the West this summer.<br /><br />• U.S. Weighs UAE Financial Support<br />Trump says the U.S. considers aid for the cash-rich United Arab Emirates after war in Iran damages oil infrastructure and disrupts Strait of Hormuz shipping. Emirati officials discuss options with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, highlighting cascading economic effects despite the Gulf nation’s wealth and pledges of U.S. investment.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71594956</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:04:54 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71594956/ivf_snafu_west_heats_up_poor_little_rich_uae_tmi_ep_367.mp3" length="53215609" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a7053548-fada-4374-b44a-0bc0de04973f/a7053548-fada-4374-b44a-0bc0de04973f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a7053548-fada-4374-b44a-0bc0de04973f/a7053548-fada-4374-b44a-0bc0de04973f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a7053548-fada-4374-b44a-0bc0de04973f/a7053548-fada-4374-b44a-0bc0de04973f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan tackle today’s most pressing stories with sharp analysis and unfiltered insight.

Robby West fills in for Manila.

The episode dives deep into breaking developments shaking families, climate...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join The TMI Show as hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan tackle today’s most pressing stories with sharp analysis and unfiltered insight.<br /><br />Robby West fills in for Manila.<br /><br />The episode dives deep into breaking developments shaking families, climate patterns, and global alliances.<br /><br />• IVF Embryo Mix-Up Resolution<br />A Florida couple suing over an IVF embryo mix-up confirms the biological parents of their baby through DNA testing. Tiffany Score and Steven Mills, both white, gave birth to baby Shea, who genetic tests show is 100% South Asian.<br /><br />• Pacific Marine Heat Wave<br />A massive 5,000-mile ocean hot spot stretches from Micronesia to California waters, with temperatures 6 to 8 degrees above average. Scientists link it to a forming El Niño and warn of boosted heat, humidity, tropical storm risks, and elevated wildfire potential across the West this summer.<br /><br />• U.S. Weighs UAE Financial Support<br />Trump says the U.S. considers aid for the cash-rich United Arab Emirates after war in Iran damages oil infrastructure and disrupts Strait of Hormuz shipping. Emirati officials discuss options with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, highlighting cascading economic effects despite the Gulf nation’s wealth and pledges of U.S. investment.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3326</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>climatechange,fertilitytreatment,globalwarming,ivf,news,politics,uae,unitedarabemirates,usforeignpolicy</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Military Turning Japanese, Texas Commandments, Why Parents Kill | TMI Ep 366</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/military-turning-japanese-texas-commandments-why-parents-kill-tmi-ep-366--71594912</link><description><![CDATA[Japan scraps restrictions on lethal weapons exports, marking its biggest shift from postwar pacifism in decades. The government now allows sales of missiles, warships, fighter jets, and other military systems to partner nations. This change responds to rising tensions with China and North Korea, aiming to bolster Japan's defense industry. US, Philippines, and Germany welcome the move, but China criticizes it as remilitarization.<br /><br />Plus:<br />• Texas Ten Commandments Ruling: A 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholds a Texas law requiring displays in public school classrooms, reversing a lower court block and boosting similar efforts in other states.<br />• Why Do Parents Kill?: Research reveals nearly 500 annual US arrests for parents killing their children, with motives ranging from fatal maltreatment to altruistic beliefs or acute psychosis, challenging assumptions about mental illness and gender roles.<br /><br />The TMI Show dissects these pressing developments with sharp analysis on global security shifts, religious policy battles, and the psychology of unthinkable crimes.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71594912</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:03:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71594912/military_turning_japanese_texas_commandments_why_parents_kill_tmi_ep_366mi_ep_295.mp3" length="60449672" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/81929199-f769-4532-8a9e-daeacc26c1e5/81929199-f769-4532-8a9e-daeacc26c1e5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/81929199-f769-4532-8a9e-daeacc26c1e5/81929199-f769-4532-8a9e-daeacc26c1e5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/81929199-f769-4532-8a9e-daeacc26c1e5/81929199-f769-4532-8a9e-daeacc26c1e5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Japan scraps restrictions on lethal weapons exports, marking its biggest shift from postwar pacifism in decades. The government now allows sales of missiles, warships, fighter jets, and other military systems to partner nations. This change responds...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Japan scraps restrictions on lethal weapons exports, marking its biggest shift from postwar pacifism in decades. The government now allows sales of missiles, warships, fighter jets, and other military systems to partner nations. This change responds to rising tensions with China and North Korea, aiming to bolster Japan's defense industry. US, Philippines, and Germany welcome the move, but China criticizes it as remilitarization.<br /><br />Plus:<br />• Texas Ten Commandments Ruling: A 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholds a Texas law requiring displays in public school classrooms, reversing a lower court block and boosting similar efforts in other states.<br />• Why Do Parents Kill?: Research reveals nearly 500 annual US arrests for parents killing their children, with motives ranging from fatal maltreatment to altruistic beliefs or acute psychosis, challenging assumptions about mental illness and gender roles.<br /><br />The TMI Show dissects these pressing developments with sharp analysis on global security shifts, religious policy battles, and the psychology of unthinkable crimes.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3779</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>5thcircuitruling,australiajapanfrigatedeal,filicideusstatistics,japanlethalweaponssales,japanpacifismshift,mogamiclaswarships,news,panarmsexportban,parentskillingchildrenmotives,politics,tencommandments,texastencommandmentsschools</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Patel vs Media, FAA Recruits Gamers, Schools Rethink Screens &amp; AI Music Surge | TMI Ep365</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/patel-vs-media-faa-recruits-gamers-schools-rethink-screens-ai-music-surge-tmi-ep365--71528358</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a high-stakes media lawsuit, a surprising new career path for gamers, a major shift in how schools use technology, and a growing problem in the music industry that could change everything.<br /><br />First: FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic for defamation. The lawsuit comes after a report alleging alcohol-related behavior and absences that could impact national security. Patel calls the claims completely false—and is seeking at least $250 million. But here’s the twist: the lawsuit itself contains multiple spelling errors, raising eyebrows in a case centered on accuracy and credibility.<br /><br />Then: Gamers may have a new career pipeline. The Federal Aviation Administration is actively recruiting video game players to become air traffic controllers, citing their ability to multitask, communicate, and stay focused under pressure. The result? Over 8,000 applications in just 13 hours.<br /><br />Also today: One of the largest school districts in the country is hitting pause on screen-heavy learning. The Los Angeles Unified School District is considering restricting classroom screen time after years of promoting digital tools. Concerns over attention spans, engagement, and student mental health are driving a shift back toward more traditional teaching methods.<br /><br />And finally: AI is flooding the music industry. Nearly half of all new songs uploaded daily are now AI-generated—around 75,000 tracks a day. While most aren’t being widely listened to, the volume alone is overwhelming the system, raising serious questions about fraud, quality, and whether the industry can still separate real artistry from automated content.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71528358</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:47:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71528358/patel_vs_media_faa_recruits_gamers_schools_rethink_screens_amp_ai_music_surge_tmi_ep365.mp3" length="78650131" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/506b1ef3-a317-40a9-b75e-c51fdbe0a0e5/506b1ef3-a317-40a9-b75e-c51fdbe0a0e5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/506b1ef3-a317-40a9-b75e-c51fdbe0a0e5/506b1ef3-a317-40a9-b75e-c51fdbe0a0e5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/506b1ef3-a317-40a9-b75e-c51fdbe0a0e5/506b1ef3-a317-40a9-b75e-c51fdbe0a0e5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a high-stakes media lawsuit, a surprising new career path for gamers, a major shift in how schools use technology, and a growing problem in the music industry that could change everything....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a high-stakes media lawsuit, a surprising new career path for gamers, a major shift in how schools use technology, and a growing problem in the music industry that could change everything.<br /><br />First: FBI Director Kash Patel is suing The Atlantic for defamation. The lawsuit comes after a report alleging alcohol-related behavior and absences that could impact national security. Patel calls the claims completely false—and is seeking at least $250 million. But here’s the twist: the lawsuit itself contains multiple spelling errors, raising eyebrows in a case centered on accuracy and credibility.<br /><br />Then: Gamers may have a new career pipeline. The Federal Aviation Administration is actively recruiting video game players to become air traffic controllers, citing their ability to multitask, communicate, and stay focused under pressure. The result? Over 8,000 applications in just 13 hours.<br /><br />Also today: One of the largest school districts in the country is hitting pause on screen-heavy learning. The Los Angeles Unified School District is considering restricting classroom screen time after years of promoting digital tools. Concerns over attention spans, engagement, and student mental health are driving a shift back toward more traditional teaching methods.<br /><br />And finally: AI is flooding the music industry. Nearly half of all new songs uploaded daily are now AI-generated—around 75,000 tracks a day. While most aren’t being widely listened to, the volume alone is overwhelming the system, raising serious questions about fraud, quality, and whether the industry can still separate real artistry from automated content.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4916</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>news,politics</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Oil: Dollar vs Yuan &amp; Power Plays, US-Cuba Tensions, Poop Study &amp; Fatherhood Brain | TMI Ep364</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/oil-dollar-vs-yuan-power-plays-us-cuba-tensions-poop-study-fatherhood-brain-tmi-ep364--71528346</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’re covering a global power shift, rising tensions with Cuba, a surprisingly important health signal your body gives you daily… and what actually happens to men’s brains when they become fathers.<br /><br />First: the U.S. dollar may be facing pressure from an unexpected direction. The United Arab Emirates is signaling it could move toward using the Chinese yuan in oil trade if financial tensions escalate. With conflict costs rising and regional instability growing, this isn’t just economic—it’s geopolitical. We break down what this means for the dollar’s dominance and global power dynamics.<br /><br />Then: the U.S. is pushing Cuba for major reforms. American officials are urging a shift away from socialism, calling for market changes, expanded private enterprise, and even discussions around elections. Cuba says it’s open to dialogue—but not under pressure. The question is whether this is diplomacy… or leverage.<br /><br />Also today: your bathroom habits might be telling you more than you think. A study of over 1,400 people suggests the “golden zone” for bowel movements is once to twice a day, with deviations potentially linked to underlying health risks and even long-term disease outcomes. Not glamorous—but apparently, very relevant.<br /><br />And finally: fatherhood changes men at a biological level. Research shows the male brain actually rewires—shifting hormones, reducing testosterone, and increasing bonding chemicals like oxytocin. It’s not just emotional—it’s physical. The more involved a father is, the deeper those changes go.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71528346</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:46:26 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71528346/oil_dollar_vs_yuan_amp_power_plays_us_cuba_tensions_poop_study_amp_fatherhood_brain_tmi_ep364.mp3" length="92133085" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ebba9d8c-70eb-43d9-9e7c-d3bfd346e651/ebba9d8c-70eb-43d9-9e7c-d3bfd346e651.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ebba9d8c-70eb-43d9-9e7c-d3bfd346e651/ebba9d8c-70eb-43d9-9e7c-d3bfd346e651.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ebba9d8c-70eb-43d9-9e7c-d3bfd346e651/ebba9d8c-70eb-43d9-9e7c-d3bfd346e651.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’re covering a global power shift, rising tensions with Cuba, a surprisingly important health signal your body gives you daily… and what actually happens to men’s brains when they become fathers....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’re covering a global power shift, rising tensions with Cuba, a surprisingly important health signal your body gives you daily… and what actually happens to men’s brains when they become fathers.<br /><br />First: the U.S. dollar may be facing pressure from an unexpected direction. The United Arab Emirates is signaling it could move toward using the Chinese yuan in oil trade if financial tensions escalate. With conflict costs rising and regional instability growing, this isn’t just economic—it’s geopolitical. We break down what this means for the dollar’s dominance and global power dynamics.<br /><br />Then: the U.S. is pushing Cuba for major reforms. American officials are urging a shift away from socialism, calling for market changes, expanded private enterprise, and even discussions around elections. Cuba says it’s open to dialogue—but not under pressure. The question is whether this is diplomacy… or leverage.<br /><br />Also today: your bathroom habits might be telling you more than you think. A study of over 1,400 people suggests the “golden zone” for bowel movements is once to twice a day, with deviations potentially linked to underlying health risks and even long-term disease outcomes. Not glamorous—but apparently, very relevant.<br /><br />And finally: fatherhood changes men at a biological level. Research shows the male brain actually rewires—shifting hormones, reducing testosterone, and increasing bonding chemicals like oxytocin. It’s not just emotional—it’s physical. The more involved a father is, the deeper those changes go.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5759</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>bowelmovementstudyhealth,cubaeconomicreforms,globaleconomynews,guthealthlifeexpectancy,news,politics,tmishow,tmitoday,uaeoilcurrencyshift,uscubarelations2026,usdollaryuanoiltrade</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Meme Wars: Iran vs USA, Hegseth Bible Fail, Meowing Pilots &amp; AI Politics | TMI Ep363</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/meme-wars-iran-vs-usa-hegseth-bible-fail-meowing-pilots-ai-politics-tmi-ep363--71528327</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, it’s Fun Friday—and the internet absolutely showed up.<br /><br />We’re diving into the latest meme wars taking over social media, from Iran vs USA viral memes to the rise of anti-Trump Lego content and AI-generated music videos that are getting… very political. This is what modern information warfare looks like—less tanks, more TikToks.<br /><br />Also: Pete Hegseth goes full Pulp Fiction. The Fox host is getting roasted online after quoting what he thought was scripture… that turned out to be Samuel L. Jackson’s famous Ezekiel 25:17 monologue. Not exactly Sunday school material. And yes—we’ve also got Hegseth vs Hegseth, because the internet never forgets.<br /><br />Then: a story out of Thailand that has people talking—a military recruitment moment involving a transgender individual that’s now going viral and sparking debate across social media.<br /><br />And finally… pilots meowing on live air traffic control. Yes, really. Audio from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport captured pilots exchanging “meows” and even barking over the radio—while controllers were very much not amused. The Federal Aviation Administration is now looking into it, because apparently “meow meow” is not standard aviation protocol.<br /><br />All that, plus “Everybody Knows” and more chaos from the internet.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71528327</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71528327/meme_wars_iran_vs_usa_hegseth_bible_fail_meowing_pilots_amp_ai_politics_tmi_ep363.mp3" length="67500647" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/49a54af8-5935-496f-81f6-29c7927d8d25/49a54af8-5935-496f-81f6-29c7927d8d25.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/49a54af8-5935-496f-81f6-29c7927d8d25/49a54af8-5935-496f-81f6-29c7927d8d25.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/49a54af8-5935-496f-81f6-29c7927d8d25/49a54af8-5935-496f-81f6-29c7927d8d25.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, it’s Fun Friday—and the internet absolutely showed up.

We’re diving into the latest meme wars taking over social media, from Iran vs USA viral memes to the rise of anti-Trump Lego content and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, it’s Fun Friday—and the internet absolutely showed up.<br /><br />We’re diving into the latest meme wars taking over social media, from Iran vs USA viral memes to the rise of anti-Trump Lego content and AI-generated music videos that are getting… very political. This is what modern information warfare looks like—less tanks, more TikToks.<br /><br />Also: Pete Hegseth goes full Pulp Fiction. The Fox host is getting roasted online after quoting what he thought was scripture… that turned out to be Samuel L. Jackson’s famous Ezekiel 25:17 monologue. Not exactly Sunday school material. And yes—we’ve also got Hegseth vs Hegseth, because the internet never forgets.<br /><br />Then: a story out of Thailand that has people talking—a military recruitment moment involving a transgender individual that’s now going viral and sparking debate across social media.<br /><br />And finally… pilots meowing on live air traffic control. Yes, really. Audio from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport captured pilots exchanging “meows” and even barking over the radio—while controllers were very much not amused. The Federal Aviation Administration is now looking into it, because apparently “meow meow” is not standard aviation protocol.<br /><br />All that, plus “Everybody Knows” and more chaos from the internet.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4219</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aipoliticalmusicvideos,antitrumplegomemes,hegsethcontroversy,iranvsusamemes,memewars2026,news,petehegsethbiblequotepulpficti,politics,thailandmilitarytransgender,tmishow,tmitoday</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Swalwell Scandal Kamala 2028 Hungary Election Shock AI Catfish Politician</title><link>https://rumble.com/user/TheTMIshow</link><description><![CDATA[The world is getting weirder—and TMI is now going even bigger. In this episode of The Ted &amp; Manila Information Show, we break down a political landscape that’s unraveling in real time—from scandal-plagued U.S. politicians to global power shifts shaking Europe. 🔥 Eric Swalwell’s political future implodes under mounting allegations, forcing him out of California’s gubernatorial race.<br />🔥 Kamala Harris 2028 rumors heat up—but is this a real comeback or just another donor cash grab?<br />🔥 Hungary’s election sends shockwaves through Europe, with questions swirling about sovereignty, global influence, and the future of NATO alignment.<br />🔥 AI, media, and narrative control collide in a world where truth, perception, and power are increasingly blurred. And yes—Ted and Manila bring the unfiltered takes, dark humor, and sharp analysis you won’t get anywhere else. 🚀 NEW PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT TMI is now proudly partnered with Maverick Broadcasting / PickAX—expanding distribution, reach, and impact. This is just the beginning. 🎙️ About TMI Hosted by Manila Chan and Ted Rall, TMI delivers sharp, unapologetic breakdowns of politics, media, and global events—cutting through narratives and calling it exactly how it is. 🕙 LIVE Monday–Friday at 10AM ET 📢 Follow &amp; Support<ul><li>Follow the show for daily breakdowns</li><li>Share the stream and clips to support independent media</li><li>Stay locked in—because the information war is only heating up</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71386977</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:47:43 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71386977/swalwell_scandal_kamala_2028_hungary_election_shock_ai_catfish_politician.mp3" length="56450447" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e11c11d3-1a16-4b4b-9d69-3f4e0f5c4118/e11c11d3-1a16-4b4b-9d69-3f4e0f5c4118.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e11c11d3-1a16-4b4b-9d69-3f4e0f5c4118/e11c11d3-1a16-4b4b-9d69-3f4e0f5c4118.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e11c11d3-1a16-4b4b-9d69-3f4e0f5c4118/e11c11d3-1a16-4b4b-9d69-3f4e0f5c4118.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The world is getting weirder—and TMI is now going even bigger. In this episode of The Ted &amp;amp; Manila Information Show, we break down a political landscape that’s unraveling in real time—from scandal-plagued U.S. politicians to global power shifts...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The world is getting weirder—and TMI is now going even bigger. In this episode of The Ted &amp; Manila Information Show, we break down a political landscape that’s unraveling in real time—from scandal-plagued U.S. politicians to global power shifts shaking Europe. 🔥 Eric Swalwell’s political future implodes under mounting allegations, forcing him out of California’s gubernatorial race.<br />🔥 Kamala Harris 2028 rumors heat up—but is this a real comeback or just another donor cash grab?<br />🔥 Hungary’s election sends shockwaves through Europe, with questions swirling about sovereignty, global influence, and the future of NATO alignment.<br />🔥 AI, media, and narrative control collide in a world where truth, perception, and power are increasingly blurred. And yes—Ted and Manila bring the unfiltered takes, dark humor, and sharp analysis you won’t get anywhere else. 🚀 NEW PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT TMI is now proudly partnered with Maverick Broadcasting / PickAX—expanding distribution, reach, and impact. This is just the beginning. 🎙️ About TMI Hosted by Manila Chan and Ted Rall, TMI delivers sharp, unapologetic breakdowns of politics, media, and global events—cutting through narratives and calling it exactly how it is. 🕙 LIVE Monday–Friday at 10AM ET 📢 Follow &amp; Support<ul><li>Follow the show for daily breakdowns</li><li>Share the stream and clips to support independent media</li><li>Stay locked in—because the information war is only heating up</li></ul>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3529</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>2028,broadcasting,chan,election,eric,harris,hungary,kamala,manila,maverick,network,orban,pickax,rall,soros,swalwell,ted,tmi,us,viktor</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>359</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>UK Revokes Citizenship, AI Reshapes Work, VA Electoral Shift &amp; The Ant Black Market | TMI Ep362</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/uk-revokes-citizenship-ai-reshapes-work-va-electoral-shift-the-ant-black-market-tmi-ep362--71373344</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a rare and controversial citizenship case in the UK, a deeper look at how AI is reshaping jobs, a major election shift in Virginia, and one of the strangest trafficking stories you’ll hear all week.<br /><br />First: A British-born citizen has had his citizenship revoked over alleged ties to Russia. The UK government says the move is “in the public good,” but the evidence remains classified. The case raises serious questions about due process, national security, and how far governments can go when the accusations are secret.<br /><br />Then: AI isn’t just replacing jobs—it’s breaking them apart. Instead of eliminating roles outright, companies are slicing work into smaller tasks, handing some to machines and leaving humans with what’s left. The result? A more fragmented, less stable job market where the question isn’t “Will AI replace you?”—it’s “What part of your job is still yours?”<br /><br />Also today: Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. That means the state is pledging its electoral votes to the national popular vote winner—once enough states join to hit 270 electoral votes. It doesn’t change anything yet, but if it activates, it could quietly rewrite how presidential elections are decided in the U.S.<br /><br />And finally: yes, someone tried to smuggle thousands of ants through an airport. Kenyan authorities arrested a man carrying over 2,000 live queen ants, part of a growing black market for exotic insect collectors. It sounds absurd—but it’s real, and it’s part of a larger trend in wildlife trafficking that’s getting smaller… and harder to detect.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71373344</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:10:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71373344/uk_revokes_citizenship_ai_reshapes_work_va_electoral_shift_amp_the_ant_black_market_tmi_ep362.mp3" length="58960498" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/687ec008-b0b8-4187-92cd-97d9fe1a09dc/687ec008-b0b8-4187-92cd-97d9fe1a09dc.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/687ec008-b0b8-4187-92cd-97d9fe1a09dc/687ec008-b0b8-4187-92cd-97d9fe1a09dc.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/687ec008-b0b8-4187-92cd-97d9fe1a09dc/687ec008-b0b8-4187-92cd-97d9fe1a09dc.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a rare and controversial citizenship case in the UK, a deeper look at how AI is reshaping jobs, a major election shift in Virginia, and one of the strangest trafficking stories you’ll hear...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a rare and controversial citizenship case in the UK, a deeper look at how AI is reshaping jobs, a major election shift in Virginia, and one of the strangest trafficking stories you’ll hear all week.<br /><br />First: A British-born citizen has had his citizenship revoked over alleged ties to Russia. The UK government says the move is “in the public good,” but the evidence remains classified. The case raises serious questions about due process, national security, and how far governments can go when the accusations are secret.<br /><br />Then: AI isn’t just replacing jobs—it’s breaking them apart. Instead of eliminating roles outright, companies are slicing work into smaller tasks, handing some to machines and leaving humans with what’s left. The result? A more fragmented, less stable job market where the question isn’t “Will AI replace you?”—it’s “What part of your job is still yours?”<br /><br />Also today: Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. That means the state is pledging its electoral votes to the national popular vote winner—once enough states join to hit 270 electoral votes. It doesn’t change anything yet, but if it activates, it could quietly rewrite how presidential elections are decided in the U.S.<br /><br />And finally: yes, someone tried to smuggle thousands of ants through an airport. Kenyan authorities arrested a man carrying over 2,000 live queen ants, part of a growing black market for exotic insect collectors. It sounds absurd—but it’s real, and it’s part of a larger trend in wildlife trafficking that’s getting smaller… and harder to detect.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3685</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>aijobfragmentation,aijobsfuturework,antsmugglingkenya,electoralcollegechanges2026,markbullencaseuk,news,politics,tmishow,tmitoday,ukcitizenshiprevokedrussiaties,virginianationalpopularvote</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>EU Power Shift, Social Media Truth, Brain Tumor Voices &amp; Food Damaging Knees | TMI Ep361</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/eu-power-shift-social-media-truth-brain-tumor-voices-food-damaging-knees-tmi-ep361--71373326</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a major power shift brewing in Europe, a reality check on what social media has become, a medical case that sounds like fiction but isn’t, and a diet story that goes deeper than weight.<br /><br />First: EU leadership is pushing to eliminate veto power among member states. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says it’s time to move to majority voting on foreign policy decisions — a move that would fundamentally reshape how the European Union operates. The timing? Right after Viktor Orbán lost power, removing one of the biggest blockers to EU policy. We break down what this means for Ukraine, NATO alignment, and the future of centralized power in Europe.<br /><br />Then: a reality check on your phone. New data shows only 18% of what you see on social media comes from friends and family — while 35% comes from influencers and algorithmic recommendations and 29% from ads. Platforms like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube aren’t broken — they’ve just quietly shifted from social networks to “interest media.” Translation: you’re not connecting… you’re consuming.<br /><br />Also today: a medical case that sounds unbelievable — until it isn’t. A woman began hearing voices telling her she had a brain tumor and needed to get checked. Doctors initially assumed a psychiatric issue. A scan later confirmed it: she had a tumor, and after surgery, the voices disappeared. It’s a powerful reminder that the brain doesn’t always signal problems the way we expect.<br /><br />And finally: your diet may be doing more damage than you realize. A new study of 600 adults found that people who consume more ultra-processed foods have higher levels of fat embedded inside their muscles — even when controlling for weight, exercise, and calorie intake. That kind of muscle degradation is linked to knee osteoarthritis, meaning the long-term effects of what you eat may show up where you feel it most: your joints.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71373326</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:08:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71373326/eu_power_shift_social_media_truth_brain_tumor_voices_amp_food_damaging_knees_tmi_ep361.mp3" length="74821624" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/05b3a9b0-1f8e-4bdc-a053-d67afbb146cf/05b3a9b0-1f8e-4bdc-a053-d67afbb146cf.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/05b3a9b0-1f8e-4bdc-a053-d67afbb146cf/05b3a9b0-1f8e-4bdc-a053-d67afbb146cf.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/05b3a9b0-1f8e-4bdc-a053-d67afbb146cf/05b3a9b0-1f8e-4bdc-a053-d67afbb146cf.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a major power shift brewing in Europe, a reality check on what social media has become, a medical case that sounds like fiction but isn’t, and a diet story that goes deeper than weight....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a major power shift brewing in Europe, a reality check on what social media has become, a medical case that sounds like fiction but isn’t, and a diet story that goes deeper than weight.<br /><br />First: EU leadership is pushing to eliminate veto power among member states. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says it’s time to move to majority voting on foreign policy decisions — a move that would fundamentally reshape how the European Union operates. The timing? Right after Viktor Orbán lost power, removing one of the biggest blockers to EU policy. We break down what this means for Ukraine, NATO alignment, and the future of centralized power in Europe.<br /><br />Then: a reality check on your phone. New data shows only 18% of what you see on social media comes from friends and family — while 35% comes from influencers and algorithmic recommendations and 29% from ads. Platforms like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube aren’t broken — they’ve just quietly shifted from social networks to “interest media.” Translation: you’re not connecting… you’re consuming.<br /><br />Also today: a medical case that sounds unbelievable — until it isn’t. A woman began hearing voices telling her she had a brain tumor and needed to get checked. Doctors initially assumed a psychiatric issue. A scan later confirmed it: she had a tumor, and after surgery, the voices disappeared. It’s a powerful reminder that the brain doesn’t always signal problems the way we expect.<br /><br />And finally: your diet may be doing more damage than you realize. A new study of 600 adults found that people who consume more ultra-processed foods have higher levels of fat embedded inside their muscles — even when controlling for weight, exercise, and calorie intake. That kind of muscle degradation is linked to knee osteoarthritis, meaning the long-term effects of what you eat may show up where you feel it most: your joints.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4677</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>euforeignpolicyvoting,eupowershiftukraine,interestmediavssocialmedia,metatiktokyoutubefeeds,news,politics,socialmediaalgorithmstudy,tmishow,tmitoday,ursulavonderleyeneuveto,viktororbanhungaryelection</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>FBI Impeachment Bombshell, Escobar Hippos Cull, Ozempic Job Perk &amp; AI Fake Politician | TMI Ep360</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/fbi-impeachment-bombshell-escobar-hippos-cull-ozempic-job-perk-ai-fake-politician-tmi-ep360--71373307</link><description><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a political curveball from the impeachment era, a bizarre environmental crisis rooted in cartel history, a new twist in workplace benefits, and a case of AI identity going off the rails.<br /><br />First: Newly declassified memos are raising serious questions about the 2019 impeachment case against President Trump. The FBI says it’s now reviewing evidence that was previously withheld — including claims that the whistleblower relied on hearsay, showed potential bias, and made statements that were not fully disclosed at the time. We break down what’s actually new here, and what it could mean for how that entire episode is viewed in hindsight.<br /><br />Then: Colombia is dealing with one of the strangest ecological problems on Earth — Pablo Escobar’s hippos. What started as a handful of animals left behind on his estate has turned into a population of around 200, now officially classified as an invasive species. After years of failed attempts to control them, the government is moving forward with a plan to cull up to 80 hippos, sparking backlash from animal rights groups.<br /><br />Also today: Ozempic has officially entered the job market. A new survey shows nearly half of Gen Z workers say coverage for GLP-1 drugs could influence where they work, with some even willing to take a pay cut to get it. That raises a bigger question: when people are choosing between healthcare access and basic benefits like PTO… what does that say about the system?<br /><br />And finally: a Dutch politician is out after using AI to dramatically alter her campaign photo. She insisted it was still her — voters and her own party disagreed. The result: expulsion, backlash, and a reminder that AI isn’t just changing how we work… it’s starting to blur who we are.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71373307</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:07:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71373307/fbi_impeachment_bombshell_escobar_hippos_cull_ozempic_job_perk_amp_ai_fake_politician_tmi_ep360.mp3" length="65592258" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1e368438-1a89-413d-a2f2-ddf355d5f20c/1e368438-1a89-413d-a2f2-ddf355d5f20c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1e368438-1a89-413d-a2f2-ddf355d5f20c/1e368438-1a89-413d-a2f2-ddf355d5f20c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/1e368438-1a89-413d-a2f2-ddf355d5f20c/1e368438-1a89-413d-a2f2-ddf355d5f20c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Freedom First Network</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a political curveball from the impeachment era, a bizarre environmental crisis rooted in cartel history, a new twist in workplace benefits, and a case of AI identity going off the rails....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On the TMI Show with Ted Rall and Manila Chan today, we’ve got a political curveball from the impeachment era, a bizarre environmental crisis rooted in cartel history, a new twist in workplace benefits, and a case of AI identity going off the rails.<br /><br />First: Newly declassified memos are raising serious questions about the 2019 impeachment case against President Trump. The FBI says it’s now reviewing evidence that was previously withheld — including claims that the whistleblower relied on hearsay, showed potential bias, and made statements that were not fully disclosed at the time. We break down what’s actually new here, and what it could mean for how that entire episode is viewed in hindsight.<br /><br />Then: Colombia is dealing with one of the strangest ecological problems on Earth — Pablo Escobar’s hippos. What started as a handful of animals left behind on his estate has turned into a population of around 200, now officially classified as an invasive species. After years of failed attempts to control them, the government is moving forward with a plan to cull up to 80 hippos, sparking backlash from animal rights groups.<br /><br />Also today: Ozempic has officially entered the job market. A new survey shows nearly half of Gen Z workers say coverage for GLP-1 drugs could influence where they work, with some even willing to take a pay cut to get it. That raises a bigger question: when people are choosing between healthcare access and basic benefits like PTO… what does that say about the system?<br /><br />And finally: a Dutch politician is out after using AI to dramatically alter her campaign photo. She insisted it was still her — voters and her own party disagreed. The result: expulsion, backlash, and a reminder that AI isn’t just changing how we work… it’s starting to blur who we are.<br /><br />LIVE Monday–Friday at 10am ET.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4100</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>columbiahippospabloescobar,declassifiedintelligencememos,escobarzooanmials,fbiimpeachmentmemos,invasivespeciescolumbiahippos,news,ozempicjobbenefits,politics,tmishow,tmitoday,trumpimpeachmentwhistleblower</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d98c2c1ebb2681684fb9581ee3a86697.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
