Two Scoops
Two Scoops with Jim Kirk serves up your weekday fix of what matters—one scoop of real U.S. news, one scoop of entertainment, sports, and absurd trivia. All in under 10 minutes. It’s like Raisin Bran: two scoops, but instead of raisins, it’s facts, headlines, and the occasional side-eye. Smart, fast, and snarky—serious when it needs to be, sarcastic when it can be. Perfect for your commute, coffee break, or pretending to be informed. Grab a spoon. Let’s get into it.
Episodes
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
📰 Top News:
The Senate passes Trump’s sweeping $3.3 trillion “One Big Beautiful Bill,” DHS raises security alerts ahead of July 4, and Illinois laws take effect. Meanwhile, a federal judge rules on legal protections for Haitian immigrants, and climate transparency takes a hit.
🎬 Entertainment:
Streaming premieres hit hard with The Old Guard 2 and Strange New Worlds S3. Jurassic World ...
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
🇺🇸 Top U.S. News:
Iowa backpedals on civil rights for gender identity, the Senate hits speed bumps on Trump’s mega bill, and global travel warnings make the U.S. look like a "do not disturb" zone. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s health ministry gets cyber-smacked, and USCIS switches its text alert number.
🎬 Entertainment:
Paramount+ and Max flood July with must-stream shows, Happy...
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
🇺🇸 Top U.S. News:
Canada ditches its digital tax just in time, Swiss health data gets hacked, and U.S.–U.K. slash tariffs. Meanwhile, the dollar dips and hedge funds dump oil stocks like expired milk. (Sources: Reuters, CNN, NBC News, ABC)
🎬 Entertainment:
Rihanna gets Smurfy in Brussels, Oprah steals Bezos’ wedding dance floor, and Dick Van Dyke takes a well-earned rest. Jensen Ackl...
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
🇺🇸 Top U.S. News:
More than 50 cities sue the Trump administration over funding cuts, the Senate stalls on Trump’s tax bill, and Zohran Mamdani’s win sparks a wave of online hate speech. Plus, Eleanor Holmes Norton may run again, and U.S. intel weighs the true damage of Iran strikes.
🎬 Entertainment:
The Kardashians land in Venice for Bezos' wedding, George Clooney hits Broadway,...
Meet Two Scoops—your weekday podcast with just the right blend of top headlines, pop culture, sports, and the strange side of the news. Hosted by Jim Kirk, it’s smart, fast, and never soggy. Under 10 minutes. Overachieving with every scoop.
📝 Show Notes:
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
🇺🇸 Top U.S. News:
The new “Trump Doctrine” signals a shift toward military aggression, senators demand answers on Iran, the dollar dips amid Fed concerns, and North Carolina faces rising child hunger during summer break.
🎬 Entertainment:
Taylor Swift makes a surprise stage cameo with Travis Kelce, Hulu drops a new Alex Cooper doc, and Atsuko Okatsuka’s comedy specia...
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
🇺🇸 Top U.S. News:
U.S. intelligence says strikes on Iran may have done less damage than claimed, while Trump invokes Hiroshima and Iran threatens major retaliation.🎬 Entertainment:
Soap actor Joe Marinelli passes away, Cardi B causes buzz in Paris, and Hollywood crew unions push back on AI and streaming contracts.⚾ Sports Recap:
The Marlins topple the Giants, Caitlin Clark hits a cold st...
This morning on Two Scoops with Jim Kirk:
🇺🇸 Top U.S. News:
U.S. airstrikes target Iran’s nuclear facilities. We break down the operation, the global fallout, and Iran’s chilling response.🎬 Entertainment:
Brad Pitt hits the track in F1, M3GAN 2.0 gets spooky, and streaming favorites return.⚾ Sports Recap:
Brewers dominate the Twins, Mercury light up the WNBA, and the Club World Cup struggles to fill seats.🧠 Word of the Day: Ser...
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