In this episode hosts Kelsey and Johnny catch up on their lives and discuss a variety of topics, including recent news, personal stories, and book reviews.

In the News

We dive into a mix of news stories, sharing their strong opinions and reactions. Topics include:

• The recent controversy surrounding Cracker Barrel's logo redesign, which the hosts find silly. They also touch on the blandness of Cracker Barrel's food and Midwestern cooking in general. A Pennsylvania bus crash involving a junior high football team, which sent over 20 people to the hospital. Trump's proposed reclassification of marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug. The hosts argue that it's a political stunt, and they discuss the hypocrisy of legalizing alcohol while restricting marijuana. We also discuss Trump's threat to send the military to Baltimore to "clean up crime". They argue that crime rates in Baltimore are already down and that his proposal is a form of "militarized police force". A federal judge's decision to strike down a Minnesota law that aimed to protect LGBTQ+ students from discrimination by Christian colleges. The hosts express frustration with the ruling, arguing that these private institutions should not receive government funding or tax breaks. The denial of parole for the Menendez brothers, leading to a discussion on abuse and the justice system, comparing their case to "battered wife syndrome". A British Airways flight from Italy that had to remove 20 passengers due to extreme heat affecting the plane's ability to take off. Other news items include great white sharks moving north due to warming oceans , new discoveries by the James Webb Space Telescope , and a hoax stabbing by a Colorado park ranger.

Book and TV Reviews

Kelsey and Johnny share their latest media consumption:

• Johnny continues to enjoy the Warriors Cat book series and recommends it to listeners. Kelsey also received an advanced copy of a new book, On a Sundown Sea, which they plan to review together. Kelsey is reading the Iron Druid Chronicles and talks about the characters and plot. Kelsey also watched Fit for TV. A documentary on the dark side of The Biggest Loser, noting the unhealthy practices and lasting harm done to contestants. Johnny watched the first season of Channel Zero, an anthology series based on creepypastas, and recommends it.

Tarot Cards:

The Moon

8 of Wands/Temporance

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order). Please be patient with Kelsey, she never reads a series start to finish without reading things inbetween!

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On this episode, we're diving into the week's biggest headlines. We'll break down court decisions, from federal judges striking down parts of Florida's book removal law and a Trump-era diversity program, to the Supreme Court's decision on a new social media age-check law in Mississippi. Plus, we'll cover the latest in pop culture with a new Taylor Swift album and new food news from Mars. We'll also take a look at some of the weirdest stories making the rounds, including a new toothpaste made from hair and the mysterious horned rabbits of Colorado. Finally, we'll share our current recommendations, including the book Spook Show #10 and the movie K-pop Demon Hunter.

Tarot Cards:

Ace of pentacles

8 of swords

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order). Please be patient with Kelsey, she never reads a series start to finish without reading things in-between!

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If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at thewaywarddragons@gmail.com

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News:

• Politics and Policy: The hosts discuss a number of major political developments, including a recent judge's order against the Trump administration's cancellation of humanity's grants and the controversy surrounding his demand that the Washington NFL team revert to its previous name. They also cover debates over the renaming of military bases with Confederate ties, and the potential impact of immigration raids on the U.S. food supply. The hosts also touch on a bill being considered to prevent the loss of foreign-born clergy serving in U.S. communities.
• Media and Culture: The cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the South Park episode that followed are topics of discussion, along with a significant data breach affecting the app "Tea." A lighter note is struck with the mention of a new Magic: The Gathering space set and a convention that raised money for a girl with a birthmark to meet the voice actor of her favorite anime character.
• Controversies and Conspiracy: The episode dives into several controversies, including the re-emergence of the Epstein files and a tweet from MLK's daughter after the release of MLK's assassination files. The hosts also bring up a video that surfaced appearing to show Trump cheating at golf and the news of NASA losing funding.
• International and Election News: The podcast touches on how U.S. politics could complicate Canada's co-hosting of the 2026 World Cup and the speculation surrounding who the Democrats might be considering for their next presidential candidate.
• Losses: The death of legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne is discussed, along with other recent celebrity deaths.

Books:

• The Perfect Marriage by Jenena Rose
• How To Sell A Haunted House by Grady Hendrix

Movies/Shows:

• The Fantastic 4 Movie
• Shinedown Concert

Tarot Cards:

10 of cups

Prince/knight of swords

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order).

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Join us for an exciting episode packed with the latest headlines and our top entertainment picks! In the news, we're dissecting the "One Big Beautiful Bill" and the EU's decision to delay retaliatory tariffs on US goods. We'll also cover some truly unique stories, from Donald Trump's plans to host a UFC fight at the White House to celebrate 250 years of independence, to Barbie's new Type 1 Diabetic doll, and even Chinese scientists creating the first cyborg bee with the world's lightest brain controller!

Prepare to be amazed as we discuss the incredible discovery of a 70-million-year-old dinosaur fossil unearthed beneath the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. We'll also dive into the latest in celebrity news with Kelly Osbourne's response to rumors about Ozzy Osbourne, and a significant update from the DOJ and FBI regarding Jeffrey Epstein's alleged "client list." Plus, we'll examine the concerning impact of US aid cuts on HIV vaccine research in South Africa, Donald Trump's controversial suggestion to strip Rosie O'Donnell of her US citizenship, and the tragic news of a plague-related death in Arizona.

For our book lovers, we'll be highlighting "He Who Fights with Monsters" by Shitaloon, and diving into two thrilling reads by Simone St. James: "Murder Road" and "The Other Side Of Midnight." Finally, in our shows segment, get ready for our thoughts on Part 1 of Season 2 of "Sandman." Tune in for all this and more!

Tarot Cards:

8 of cups

10 of wands

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order).

Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!

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If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at thewaywarddragons@gmail.com

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Hello and welcome everyone! In this episode, we've got a lot to unpack.

In the news: We'll dive into the details of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' recently signed by Trump, discussing its major implications for taxes, Medicaid, food stamps, and immigration. We'll also cover the controversial return of US visas for foreign students, now with the requirement of social media access, and the concerning shutdown of the LGBT+ suicide hotline by the Trump administration. Further in legal news, a federal court has blocked Louisiana's law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in schools, and a federal judge has intervened to prevent Trump's efforts to keep Harvard from hosting foreign students. On a consumer note, Kraft Heinz has committed to removing artificial dyes from all its US products by the end of 2027. We'll also discuss the NHS's ambitious plan to sequence the genome of every newborn in England, and a tech industry group's lawsuit against Arkansas over new social media laws.

For our book segment: We'll be exploring two fascinating titles. First up is "Liar, Dreamer, Thief" by Maria Dong, a speculative fantasy that delves into a young woman's struggle with mental health and the blurring lines between reality and her elaborate fantasy world. Then, we'll shift gears to "Written in Dead Wax" by Andrew Cartmel, the first in "The Vinyl Detective" series, where a record collector finds himself embroiled in a mystery involving a priceless lost recording and a string of suspicious deaths.

Tarot Cards:

5 of Pentacles

The Star

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order).

Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!

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If you have a topic/book recommendation or if you need someone to talk too, you can email us at thewaywarddragons@gmail.com

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Hello and welcome, everyone! Get ready for a jam-packed episode as we tackle the week's most compelling stories. We're talking 'No King' protests from coast to coast, the highly anticipated (and debated) Trump military parade, and the tragic news out of Minnesota regarding lawmaker assassinations. We'll also explore California's Governor taking on Trump, the NYC judge blocking ICE agents in jails, and the unsettling arrest of a South Carolina lawmaker. Plus, we'll unpack 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' shine a light on the Women Scotland Protests of the Equality Act 2010, and celebrate Gary Oldman's knighthood. Stick around for our book discussions on Dan Wells' 'I Am Not a Serial Killer' and Maria Dong's 'Liar, Dreamer, Thief,' a shout-out to the 'Magic the Gathering Unofficial Audiobooks Podcast,' and some great tunes from Ryan Casada.

Tarot Cards:

3 of pentacles

Page of pentacles

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order).

Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!

You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!

If you have a topic/book recommendation or if we messed up in any way you can email us at thewaywarddragons@gmail.com

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Hello and welcome, everyone! Get ready for an episode that tackles some of the most pressing and intriguing topics of the moment. In our news segment, we'll break down major developments like Elon Musk's exit from the Trump administration, the tragic terror attacks in Boulder, Colorado, and the unsettling reports of US citizens being kidnapped in Mexico, linked to dating apps. We'll also explore the legal battle over gender-affirming care for federal inmates, the internet-buzzing commencement speech from Kermit the Frog, and the continued impact of the Canadian wildfires. Further, we'll discuss the Trump administration's recent move on emergency abortion guidance and the concerning charges against two Chinese nationals regarding a biological pathogen. For our bookworms, we've got 'I Am Not a Serial Killer' by Dan Wells and 'Vitalerium' by Nicholas Casbarro on our reading list. And finally, we'll take a deep dive into the world of 'Doctor Who' in our shows and movies discussion. Tune in!

Tarot Cards:

The sun

4 of swords

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order).

Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!

You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!

If you have a topic/book recommendation or if we messed up in any way you can email us at thewaywarddragons@gmail.com

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Buckle up, because this episode is a roller coaster of news, personal insights, and entertainment! We're talking about everything from the shocking Nottoway Plantation fire to Elon Musk's Grok chatbot controversy, and even a wild tale about a Mexican tall ship crashing into the Brooklyn Bridge. You won't believe some of the headlines, including a potential genuine Magna Carta copy at Harvard, Trump's interesting choice of gift-givers, and his truly baffling belief that Mattel is a country. We also hit on the serious issue of library funding cuts.

Personally, we're revealing the secrets of Scooby's DNA and giving you our honest opinion on the Manabox app.

In our segment on what we're consuming, we break down Terry Pratchett's Equal Rites and Nick Medina's Indian Burial Ground. And if you're looking for something to watch, we've got reviews of Hemlock Grove and the iconic To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar. Don't miss it!

We are also happy to announce that we will be beginning our book club! We will be starting The DiscWorld Series by Terry Pratchett! We are moving to book 4, Mort (we are reading in publication order).

Please rate, review and subscribe! Don’t forget to tell a friend!

You can join us on Facebook and Instagram!

If you have a topic/book recommendation or if we messed up in any way you can email us at thewaywarddragons@gmail.com

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