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What’s the Robert Menendez gold bars controversy? Why did Menendez accept bribes? An episode of The Daily podcast opens with a discussion on corruption allegations enveloping New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez. The essence of the case is that Menendez accepted bribes, including gold bars, as a politician. Let’s dive deeper into the allegations Menendez is facing.
What is Kevin Hart like behind closed doors? What’s his exercise routine like? On an episode of Smartless, Kevin Hart talks to hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett about his personal life. Some of the topics he hits are about his family, fitness, and gaining a sense of normalcy as a celebrity. Let’s dive into Kevin Hart’s Smartless appearance where he talks about his family and philosophies.
How did Netflix help Jo Koy make it big in the comedy industry? How popular is Koy among famous comedians? As a comedian, Koy has sold out arenas in multiple cities consistently. He talks about how he got to the point of performing in large arenas on the Fly on the Wall podcast with David Spade and Dana Carvey. Keep reading to learn more about how Jo Koy’s stand-up career blew up.
Who is Kenny Loggins? How did Loggins become big in the music industry? Kenny Loggins joins Dana Carvey and David Spade on the Fly on the Wall podcast for an episode. Both Carvey and Spade praised Loggins for his long-standing success as a musician. Continue reading for insight into Loggins’s early career that made him a household name.
Why are Republicans calling for the impeachment of Joe Biden? Is there a chance President Biden could be impeached? During a recent podcast episode of The Daily, Michael Barbaro focuses on Kevin McCarthy’s unexpected call for an impeachment investigation against President Joe Biden. McCarthy presented allegations at a press conference, largely directing them at Biden’s son’s questionable foreign activities, hinting at Biden’s potential involvement. Let’s see if McCarthy has a valid reason for Biden’s impeachment.
How did Kenny Loggins write his greatest hits? What are Loggins’ favorite collaborations he’s done over the years? In the 1970s, Kenny Loggins collaborated with many famous musicians that he fondly looks back on. He discusses these duets and his songwriting techniques on an episode of the Fly on the Wall podcast with Dana Carvey and David Spade. Read below for more on Kenny Loggins’ career in the 1970s, which was when his career started to take off.
Who was Sergeant Lee Ye-ram? What difference is her short life—and awful death—making? The tragic case of South Korean Air Force Sergeant Lee Ye-ram exposed deep flaws in the military’s treatment of women and handling of sexual assault allegations. Her story highlights the urgent need for systemic reform to protect servicewomen and uphold accountability. Continue reading for a summary of Stephanie Soo’s discussion of Lee Ye-ram in an episode of her podcast Rotten Mango.
Why is it important to take care of your mental health? Do you use defense mechanisms to avoid feeling sad? On the Huberman Lab, Paul Conti and Andrew Huberman share critical insights on mental health. They focus on psychological defense mechanisms and the manipulation of aggression to create a less volatile environment. Read below to see why you need to pay attention to your mental well-being.
How did Pierce Simpson get into news broadcasting? How can you become a journalist? Journalist Pierce Simpson talks about his career journey on the You Should Know Podcast. He surprisingly reveals that he was rejected from Complex News at first, but used the rejection to motivate himself more. Discover more about Pierce Simpson’s Complex career, all the way from the beginning.
What’s it like to be a woman in the South Korean armed forces? What can we learn from the shocking case of Lee Ye-ram? The tragic death of South Korean Air Force Sergeant Lee Ye-ram has drawn attention to the way South Korean military women are treated. Sergeant Lee’s story exposes severe systemic issues that demand reform to better protect female service members in South Korea’s male-dominated military culture. Read more to learn more about the case, as discussed on an episode of Stephanie Soo’s podcast Rotten Mango.