Franklin and Douglas | Current Events and Bad Advice
Two friends, zero qualifications. Join Franklin and Douglas as they navigate current events and offer unsolicited (and probably terrible) advice. From world-shaking news to the latest pop culture fiasco, we've got it covered. So buckle up, grab a drink, and prepare to be both informed and misled. Disclaimer: We take no responsibility for any life decisions made based on our non-expert opinions.
Episodes
Two shocking stories are dominating headlines right now, and in this episode of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, we break down both in detail.
First, we cover the tragic death of Jason Hughes, a Georgia high school teacher who was killed during what was meant to be a harmless senior prank gone wrong. What actually happened that night? How did a routine high school tradition turn into a fatal accident? And why did the victim’s fam...
In Episode 84 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice, we dive into one of the biggest topics dominating headlines today—artificial intelligence. Is AI technology about to replace millions of jobs? Are we heading toward a future run by algorithms, automation, and robots? Or are people just getting a little too nervous after watching movies like The Terminator? In this episode, we break down the growing in...
In Episode 83 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice, we break down the latest viral headlines surrounding pop icon Britney Spears and reports that she was recently pulled over for a suspected DUI. What actually happened during the traffic stop? What details are circulating online, and how much of the story is confirmed versus internet speculation? We dive into the timeline of events, the media coverage,...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, your weekly dose of current events commentary, political news breakdowns, pop culture analysis, and the kind of bad advice you absolutely should not follow. In this episode, we dive into the viral C-SPAN call from “John Barron” and explore the long, bizarre history of Donald Trump allegedly using the alias John Barron to speak with reporters and shape media narratives. Was this rece...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast — your go-to current events podcast for trending news, viral stories, pop culture chaos, and a little bit of bad advice you definitely shouldn’t follow. In this episode, we break down the latest headlines surrounding Shia LaBeouf at Mardi Gras, including his reported arrest in New Orleans, the Bourbon Street aftermath. We also dive into the viral story of Punch, the Japanese macaque ...
In Episode 80 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice, we dive into the latest conversation surrounding the Epstein Files and the ongoing public interest in the Jeffrey Epstein case. From court documents and unsealed records to powerful names, media coverage, and conspiracy theories, we break down what the Epstein Files actually are, why they continue to trend, and what they mean in today’s political and ...
In this episode of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice, we dive into the shocking and mysterious kidnapping case involving Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie. From the timeline of her disappearance to the disturbing evidence, ransom messages, and ongoing investigation, we break down what happened, what authorities know so far, and the unanswered questions that have captured nat...
In this episode of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice (Episode 78), we dive into the buzz surrounding the Melania Trump documentary and break down what it really says about power, politics, image, and public perception. Franklin watched the film so you don’t have to, delivering an entertaining, honest, and hilarious review packed with commentary, context, and cultural insight. From political symbolism t...
In Episode 77 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice, we break down the new TikTok U.S. agreement and what it really means for American users, creators, and the future of the app. After years of debate, political pressure, and threats of a nationwide ban, TikTok has finalized a deal to create an American version of TikTok, backed by U.S. investors and designed to address data privacy, national security, ...
In Episode 76 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice, we dive into one of the most disturbing and bizarre true crime stories out of Pennsylvania — the arrest of Jonathan Gerlock. Authorities allege Gerlock was involved in grave desecration, stolen human remains, and other shocking activities that sound like something straight out of a horror movie. We break down why Jonathan Gerlock was arrested, what ev...
Welcome to Franklin and Douglas Podcast – Episode 75, your go-to source for current events analysis, true crime breakdowns, and entertainment with a twist of bad advice. In this triple-topic episode, we dive into three wild headlines dominating news feeds and social media. First, we discuss the mysterious murder of Spencer and Monique Tepe, a Columbus, Ohio couple found shot dead in their home.
Next, we explore the unsettling disa...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, where current events, bizarre headlines, and wildly questionable advice come together for maximum entertainment. In Episode 74, we break down one of the most disturbing and unbelievable news stories in recent memory: Cedric Lodge, the former Harvard Medical School morgue chief, being indicted for allegedly stealing and selling donated cadaver body parts. We discuss what’s been repor...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, where current events, wild headlines, and completely irresponsible advice collide for your entertainment. In Episode 73, we cover two stories that sent the internet into full debate mode, and then immediately made it weird.
First, we break down the headline-grabbing news that Nicki Minaj appears to be turning MAGA, and how fans, critics, and social media reacted in real time. From v...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, where current events, media chaos, and questionable advice collide. In Episode 72, we break down the viral Vanity Fair interview and photo shoot featuring Donald Trump’s White House inner circle, and why it completely took over social media. From the striking close-up portraits to the behind-the-scenes quotes, this feature sparked outrage, memes, think pieces, and nonstop online deb...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, your go-to destination for current events, trending controversies, uncomfortable conversations, and wildly questionable advice. In Episode 71, we break down the latest Sherrone Moore controversy, exploring who he is, why his name is dominating sports news and social media, and how public perception, college football culture, and internet outrage collide. We discuss the allegations, ...
Franklin and Douglas Ep 70 | Is 2wai Creepy or Genius? & Bad Advice on Posting Your Grandma’s AI Pic
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, your home for current events, viral news updates, tech controversies, and hilariously terrible advice. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the shocking and emotional world of 2wai, the AI app going viral for its ability to create real-time hologram avatars — including digital recreations of deceased loved ones.
We break down what 2wai is, how its “HoloAvatar” technology works, the...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast — the blend of current events, sports headlines, comedy, and bad advice no one should follow… yet somehow everyone listens to. In Episode 69, we dive into one of the hottest conversations in football right now: Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns, and what the future may hold for the rising quarterback. We discuss his journey, his talent, his critics, and whether the hype is warran...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast! In today’s slightly unhinged Episode 68, we dive into the wild world of Thanksgiving survival. From avoiding heated political arguments at Thanksgiving dinner to navigating your mother-in-law’s questionable turkey-adjacent food experiments, this episode is packed with current events, humor, relatable chaos, and terrible life advice — just the way you like it.
If you love comedy podc...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, where current events meet comedy, curiosity, and questionable judgment. In Episode 67, we break down one of the most shocking and bizarre news stories making headlines: a USPS employee found dead inside a mail-handling machine. We talk about what happened, why this tragic event has sparked concern and investigation, and what it says about automation, workplace safety, and the strang...
Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, your home for current events, chaos, and questionable advice! In Episode 66, we dive deep into one of the wildest news stories of the year — the escaped monkeys in Mississippi after a truck crash on Interstate 59 near Heidelberg. That’s right — real monkeys, real chaos, and some seriously strange headlines.
We break down what actually happened, how it all went down, and the unbeliev...
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