Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Adam Levy of the BBC analyze the impact of tariffs, immigration and President Donald Trump’s economic agenda in local economies in key states including Ohio and Florida ahead of the midterm elections and discuss how U.S. election coverage has changed over the years and how it’s different to domestic and foreign…

Actor Paul Wuthrich has played a variety of roles, many of them real people from Church history, some well-known and others with virtually unrecognizable names but from each of these roles, he’s learned about what it means to live on a consecrated life. On this week’s episode, he shares what he has learned through a part-time career in acting about…

Survivor Australia, The Morning Show and the girl boss astronauts, Hacks, The Pitt, The Studio, Good Hang, Gilmore Girls, Rick Stein, Big Dreams Little Spaces, and The White Lotus ending and aftermath.

This time in Strangerville, we're getting passports for our children, we are married to problem solvers and thank god for that, plus a story about the time Eli had to play the piano at his great aunt's funeral. Story La Donna, by Eli McCann (music by Katy Kirby) Production by Eli McCann & Meg Walter Join our Patreon! If you would like to sponsor an…

At just 15 years old, Cassidy Stay endured the unimaginable—the tragic loss of her entire family in a horrific act of violence. Left for dead, she survived by pretending to be lifeless, and with remarkable courage, alerted police to the killer’s next target, potentially saving many more lives. Now, a decade later, Cassidy reflects on her journey th…

Plus: Lady Gaga at Coachella, Jason Isaacs is being messy, an argument over "Pride and Prejudice" casting, the Paul brothers, chickens at Minecraft screenings, and Meghan's new podcast. Check out our recap of The Baldwins on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/The-Baldwins-Episode-5-e31ipr1…

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Laura Weiss of Punchbowl News analyze how President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the uncertainty of the economy and stock market affect his relationship with Republicans on Capitol Hill and how it could threaten Republicans’ majority in the House and the Senate in next year’s midterm elections. Also, Jacob brings…

Monte Deere and his brother Michael were born just 14 months apart—the kind of brothers who shared a bedroom—and a paper route—even when they didn’t have to. So, when Michael took his own life while Monte and his wife were serving as mission leaders in the Spain Malaga Mission, Monte found himself grieving in a foreign country far away from his fam…

Plus: A beautiful Survivor moment, Hitler and the Nazis, Hairspray, Severance, White Lotus, Black Bag not directed by David Soderbergh, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The 3 Amigos, and Adolescence. Check out our Baldwins recaps on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/The-Baldwins-Episode-4-e317krc…

This time in Strangerville, people are giving Eli very annoying baby toys, gallows humor is our brand, and a story about an attempted swim in The Great Salt Lake. Story The Great Salt Lake, by Eli McCann (music by SalmonLikeTheFish) Production by Eli McCann & Meg Walter Join us on Patreon! For sponsorship inquiries, please email us at sponsors@itju…

Sarah Sun Kanell began attending a Salt Lake City residential ward as a high schooler. In that ward, she experienced what she describes as true belonging. This was only the beginning of Sarah’s conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ but the people she met exemplified the person and disciple of Jesus Christ she wanted to be. On this week’s episode…

Jacob Rubashkin and Erin Covey talk through the potential for a Democratic upset in the special election for Florida's 6th District, as well as what we'll learn from the outcome there and in Florida's 1st District. The episode also touches on upcoming special elections in Texas' 18th District and Arizona's 7th District. Twitter profiles: @jacobruba…

Plus: Feeling weird about Gwyneth and Timmy, Shailene Woodley goes French, and Teresa Giudice needs help picking better husbands.

Prior to her son’s birth in 2020, Caitlin Bekker didn’t have experience with congenital heart disease. Five years later, being a “heart mom” has become a core part of her identity. On this week’s episode, Caitlin shares how watching her little boy go through multiple open heart surgeries has refined her and have taught her to trust in the Lord, liv…

Some RHOSLC chatter, Sisterwives trailer, Emily's hot Instagram takes, Nikki Blonsky, Willy Wonka reality show coming soon, Tina on Amy's podcast, and Conan's coming back and burning Adrien Brody on the way.

Taysom Hill has been called a “Swiss Army knife” because of his ability to play many positions on the football field. And, while he has taken each of these positions seriously, when injuries have kept him from being able to suit up, Hill knows that his identity does not begin and end with playing football. On this week’s episode, Hill shares with u…

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This time in Strangerville, Meg and Eli have very different taste in men who are too young for us, Eli bought a car and thinks it should be national news, and Skylar gets a birthday surprise. Story Birthday Surprise, by Eli McCann Production by Eli McCann & Meg Walter Join our Patreon! For sponsorship inquiries, please email us at sponsors@itjustge…

How many flower sprinkles is too many flower sprinkles?

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and James Downs of National Journal’s Hotline analyze the fight for the House majority, the 10 key Toss-up races, and some potential surprise races in places that haven’t been competitive for years. The episode also includes Jacob’s recent purchase of a political plate, James’s journey to find a political button an…

In August 2024, Meg Walter, the writer of a humorous Deseret News column, unexpectedly lost her 62-year-old father to a heart attack. Suddenly, her columns, although still funny at times, took on a more somber tone. The humorous journalist was forced to work through something that faces each of us at some point: Grief. On this week’s episode, she s…

Plus: Irene's school lunch adventures

Sweeps are kind of boring, but not as boring as Adrien Brody. Also, sorry about some of the audio issues in the first half. Our internet connection had issues but we're very brave and forged ahead (started a different zoom recording).

For five years now, Katie Wade-Neser has been sharing suggestions and ideas for helping parents teach Come, Follow Me to even the tiniest children. She does not feel the idea for the Instagram account or even many of the ideas she has shared have come from her, but instead from a loving Heavenly Father who loves His children. She is simply grateful…

We need to ban French sing-alongs Check out our Baldoni v. Lively updates on the bonus feed: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hivemindhq/episodes/Lively-v--Baldoni-feud-updates-e2vmlv9

This time in Strangerville, we talk about the Oscars, Disneyland, and the time Eli accidentally met Ellen. Story Ellen, by Eli McCann (music by Gillicuddy) Production by Eli McCann & Meg Walter Join our Patreon! For sponsorship inquiries, please reach out to us at [email protected] Eli McCann and Meg Walter

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Briana Bierschbach of the Minnesota Star-Tribune analyze the fight for the Minnesota Senate seat left behind by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith, talk about whether DFL Gov. Tim Walz will seek a historic third term and look ahead to who might run for Rep. Angie Craig’s competitive seat if she decides to run …

Meg is a Disney adult this week so Eli joins Emily to discuss the latest. Also, Eli has been texting Emily and Meg nonstop about RHOSLC and they refuse to respond. Other topics include Timotheeeeee, nepo baby blunders, Ryan Reynolds's SNL 50 appearance, and Emily's addiction to AI-generated TikTok videos.…

And Eli is still watching RHOSLC

This time in Strangerville, we are addicted to our phones and trashy reality tv and we aren't sorry about it. Also, a woman accidentally goes on a five hour jog in Alaska. AND, this episode of Strangerville is sponsored by Crew, a banking app designed specifically for families. Open a bank account for yourself or your kids using the code "STRANGER"…

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Jessica Taylor of The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter analyze the top three biggest races for governor in the 2026 cycle, the three most difficult races to rate at this early stage, and what’s ahead for the 2025 races for governor in Virginia and New Jersey. Jacob and Jessica also admit their latest favor…

Anne Hathaway secret nepo baby?

Had to re-record. Sorry.

What a mess and what a party!

This time in Strangerville, Eli is not sure he should be allowed to have a baby, we discuss open concept kitchens, and whether we've done too much therapy. Also, a story about cleaning out a garage. It's more interesting than it sounds. We insist. Story The Curb, by Eli McCann Production by Eli McCann & Meg Walter Join our Patreon! For sponsorship …

"Those bangs were a little bit a type of suffering"

Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Melissa Nann Burke of The Detroit News analyze Democratic Sen. Gary Peters’ decision not to run for re-election in the battleground state of Michigan, discuss the candidates who might run for the open seat, and talk about the impact of the Senate race on the race for governor and key House races. Nathan and Jac…

In this episode of Hive Mind, Meg, Eli, and special guest Nick Morley discuss their recent media consumption, including Eli finally watching "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," everyone watching "A Real Pain," and Nick taking the lead on "Severance." They dive into the Oscar nominations, and once again ask, "Emilia Perez?! Why?!"…

Carol from Buffalo did not come to play! Check out our Sold On SLC recaps on the bonus feed

Hello--Interrupting your day with a gift episode from our Patreon. This episode is from last year and gives you a little teaser of what kind of content you hear on our monthly bonus episodes. We sometimes say things on Patreon we don't dare to say on the main channel and I did not screen this one today so I don't know if this is one of those episod…

Plus: Eli's tragic attempt at watching Anora, A Complete Unknown, RHOSLC, Conclave, Deadloch, Traitors, and celebrity sightings in Planet Fitness

This time in Strangerville, Meg's life will end when they take TikTok away from her, all the other social media apps are hot garbage, and a story from Eli about his stinky house. Listen on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.StoryStench, by Eli McCann (Music by Gillicuddy)Production by Eli McCann & Meg WalterJoin our Patreon!For sponsorship …