What do meth smugglers, charcuterie boards, and fake news have in common? Somehow, it all comes together in this episode of The Night Shift. Shane and Ryan kick things off with lighthearted holiday chat—spinning meat flowers, spinach dip diplomacy, and the return of gelatin molds—before shifting into absurd real-world headlines that sound like satire… because sometimes they are.
From Time Magazine accidentally quoting The Beaverton as fact, to Oxford’s new “word” of the year (spoiler: it’s two words), this episode is a ride through media mess-ups, culture trends, and yes, smuggled meth hidden under blackberries.
RUNDOWN:
Shane and Ryan mix holiday nostalgia with sharp takes on satire mistakes, rage bait headlines, and one record-setting blackberry drug bust.
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Are You A Charlotte?
In 1997, actress Kristin Davis’ life was forever changed when she took on the role of Charlotte York in Sex and the City. As we watched Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte navigate relationships in NYC, the show helped push once unacceptable conversation topics out of the shadows and altered the narrative around women and sex. We all saw ourselves in them as they searched for fulfillment in life, sex and friendships. Now, Kristin Davis wants to connect with you, the fans, and share untold stories and all the behind the scenes. Together, with Kristin and special guests, what will begin with Sex and the City will evolve into talks about themes that are still so relevant today. "Are you a Charlotte?" is much more than just rewatching this beloved show, it brings the past and the present together as we talk with heart, humor and of course some optimism.
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