Is The Mic Still On

This week, the crew reacts to newly discussed Epstein files, Jake Paul’s latest fall, and Kai Cenat opening up about his mental health. The episode wraps with a broader conversation about music today, expectations, and what’s changed in how we listen.

Timestamps
• 03:10 | Fun Facts
• 11:20 | Best Thing Seen
• 18:01 | Epstein Files
• 44:27 | Jake Paul Falls
• 65:48 | Kai Cenat & Mental Health
• 81:57 | Mu...

This week, the crew digs into the fallout surrounding Sherrone Moore, before ending on a more reflective note about the first time music really hit us.

Timestamps
• 02:40 | Fun Facts
• 02:38 | Best Thing Seen
• 35:36 | Sherrone Moore
• 86:58 | Epstein Photos Released
• 88:37 | Teens Shot While Stealing Packages
• 101:32 | First Time We Fell in Love With Music

This Week’s Topics

1. University of Michigan f...

This week, the crew breaks down one of the biggest entertainment stories of the year, Netflix acquiring Warner Bros., plus Pete Hegseth’s “double tap” controversy, Sydney Sweeney’s response to critics, and Pharrell addressing backlash to his political comments.

Timestamps
• 01:34 | Fun Facts
• 09:23 | Best Thing Seen
• 38:27 | Netflix Buys Warner Bros.
• 78:53 | Pete Hegseth “Double Tap”
• 95:12 | Pharrell Respo...

This week, the crew tackles a heavy mix of headlines — including a tragic National Guard shooting, Pharrell’s viral take on politics, Trump using the R-word toward a senator, and Juelz Santana’s controversial claim that kids don’t need to learn how to read.

Timestamps
• 04:03 | Fun Facts • 19:38 | Best Thing Seen • 29:01 | National Guard Shooting • 43:01 | Pharrell’s Comments on Politics • 86:44 | Trump Uses R-Word Toward India...

Timestamps
• 01:38 | Fun Facts
• 11:46 | Best Thing Seen
• 41:13 | Trump Calling For Execution
• 55:25 | Pras Sentenced to 14 Years
• 60:28 | Mamdani Visits Trump
• 77:38 | Mom Delivers Baby on Highway
• 88:19 | DoorDash Fake Sexual Assault Claim
• 101:11 | NJ Staffer Fakes MAGA Attack

This Week’s Topics

This week, the crew delves into the latest political chaos, online controversy, and one of the most bizarre crime stories of the year.

Timestamps
• 01:17 | Fun Facts
• 20:35 | Best Thing Seen
• 32:10 | Trump News
• 77:21 | Rory
• 99:54 | 12-Year-Old Robbery Case
• 104:20 | TikTok Influencer Lawsuit

This Week’s Topics

1. Government shutdown nearly over as Democrats cave →
   https://apnews.com/article/shut...

Timestamps
• 02:34 | Fun Fact
• 29:18 | Best Thing Seen
• 38:19 | Thanksgiving Dinner Debate
• 65:36 | Airports Reduce Flights During Shutdown
• 77:07 | Detroit Elects First Black Female Mayor
• 95:23 | Target’s “Smile More” Policy
• 98:19 | MacKenzie Scott’s $387M HBCU Donation
• 109:21 | Growing Up – Childhood Dream Jobs

This Week’s Topics

1. Trump claims Thanksgiving dinner will cost 25% less t...

This week, the crew dives into another wild mix of headlines — from the government pausing SNAP benefits to massive AI-driven layoffs, influencer degrees in China, and a cop stopping for pizza before responding to a shooting.

Timestamps
• 03:19 | Fun Facts
• 18:27 | SNAP Benefits On Hold
• 37:09 | AI Job Layoffs
• 69:41 | China Wants Influencers to Have Degrees
• 84:33 | “67” Named Word of the Year
• 90:48 |...

This week, the crew covers everything from the NBA’s gambling scandal to a tragic shooting over a door argument, plus a few heated cultural conversations — including Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones’ wild comments and Tyler, The Creator’s old tweets resurfacing.

Timestamps
• 00:04:09 | Fun Facts
• 00:16:41 | Best Thing Seen
• 00:59:29 | NBA Gambling Scandal
• 01:12:35 | Woman Killed Over Door Argument
• 01:25:13 | Texas...

This week, the crew breaks down another wild mix of stories — from the Pentagon trying to control the press to a racist Chick-fil-A moment, heated celebrity clashes, and a few unfiltered Hot Mic Takes.

Timestamps
• 00:47 | Fun Facts
• 13:14 | Best Thing Seen
• 25:05 | Pentagon
• 49:15 | Chick-fil-A Racist Incident
• 66:25 | Stephen A. Smith vs. Serena Williams’ Husband
• 67:54 | Marc Lamont Hill vs. QueenzFl...

Is The Mic Still On — Episode Rundown

00:00 – Intro 01:38 – Fun Facts 08:24 – Best Thing Seen 17:44 – Government Shutdown 44:10 – Israel/Gaza Ceasefire 58:13 – Drake’s UMG Case Tossed 1:16:11 – Too Old for This Sh*t 1:37:07 – Quick Hits 1:54:27 – Reddit Wanna Know

This Week’s Topics:

1. Things You’re Too Old For Now – ⁠Apple News⁠

2. Federal Workers Could Lose Jobs Due to Government Shutdowns – ⁠AP News⁠

3. Escaped Inmate from New...

This week on Is The Mic Still On, the crew dives into another wild mix of stories — from music to madness.
We kick things off with Fun Facts and the Best Thing Seen before jumping into the biggest headlines and hot takes of the week.

Timestamps:
• 00:45 | Fun Facts
• 15:52 | Best Thing Seen

Topics This Week:
• 25:17 | Chicago
• 50:15 | Bad Bunny
• 59:36 | Diddy (Return From Suspension)
• 85:09 | Houston ...

This week we cover Jimmy Kimmel’s return, a major indictment, messy celebrity support letters, campus pushback, and a new wave of racist commentary in politics.

TIMESTAMPS

• 1:43 – Fun Facts

• 31:27 – Best Thing Seen

• 38:32 – Jimmy Kimmel Returns: Back on air after suspension + Disney raises prices

• 68:13 – James Comey Indicted (AP News)

• 80:28 – Yung Miami & Carl Thomas Letters: Facing backlash for writing support for D...

This week, we cover everything from viral celebrity moments to canceled talk shows, plus a round of thought-provoking listener questions.

TIMESTAMPS

• 09:20 – Fun Facts: Random knowledge that’ll surprise you.

• 25:54 – Best Thing Seen: What caught our eye this week.

• 35:57 – Jimmy Kimmel: Show suspended after Charlie Kirk joke (AP News).

• 65:27 – Dame Dash Updates: His latest Breakfast Club viral moment.

• 83:25 – Questions:...

This week’s episode covers everything from shocking headlines to weird tech and animal stories.

TIMESTAMPS

• 01:32 – Fun Facts: Random gems you didn’t see coming.

• 16:28 – Best Thing Seen: What caught our attention this week.

• 20:23 – Charlie Kirk: 'Nuff said

• 87:50 – A.I. Companionship: Chatbots filling human roles.

• 92:50 – Trump: Why diplomats are afraid to give him bad news.

• 96:07 – Pet Companionship: From emotional...

This Week’s Topics:

• Fun Facts — 00:01:38
Kicking things off with some wild trivia and laughs.

• Best Thing Seen — 00:19:45
We share the standout TV, film, or viral moment of the week.

• Drake — 00:33:13
New music moves, headlines, and what’s next for Drizzy.

• Young Thug Audio Leaks — 00:37:25
Leaked audio of Young Thug from jail stirs up debate.

• Druski Nascar Skit — 01:06:02
Druski’s parody gets NASCAR heat...

From Trump taking over DC to the first-ever Robot Olympics, we’ve got politics, sports, tech, and even food news topics on deck today.

Chapters:
02:39 – Fun Facts
19:51 – Trump Takes Over DC
41:24 – Cardi B’s “Imaginary Player” Moment
1:00:14 – Roblox in Trouble (Louisiana sues over child safety) Story
1:10:32 – Food Dye is Done (Kellogg ditching dyes by 2027) Story
1:13:31 – Baby at the Tennis Match (Cincin...