The mission of Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast is to provide an entertaining podcast based around “Weird Al” Yankovic and his fandom through fun interviews and engaging discussions. Hosted by Dave "Elvis" Rossi and Ethan Ullman. It's pretty stinking majestic.
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Senate Passes Trump Tax Cut, Spending Bill
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Vice President JD Vance had to break a 50-50 tie in the Senate in order for the bill to pass, after three Republicans joined with Democrats to vote against it. We look at what's in the bill, and what still has to happen for it to become law. This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and senio…
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Exclusive: The Trump Administration Is Building A National Citizenship Data System
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For decades, voting officials have noted that there was no national citizenship list to compare their state lists to, so to verify citizenship for their voters, they either needed to ask people to provide a birth certificate or a passport — something that could disenfranchise millions — or use a complex patchwork of disparate data sources. Now, the…
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Bigger & Weirder (& Longer?!) Bonus Episode 3 cm – Las Vegas, NV #2 (June 14, 2025)
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Dave and Ethan welcome special guest Jackie Rossi for a fun-filled breakdown of the second night of Weird Al's Las Vegas residency! Tune in as they dive into the June 14, 2025 show at The Venetian Theatre from Weird Al’s 2025 Bigger & Weirder tour. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, a…
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Weekly Roundup: Supreme Court Limits Nationwide Injunctions
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The Supreme Court ruled Friday that federal courts exceeded their authority by issuing a nationwide injunction on President Trump's birthright citizenship order. We look at what that means for the future of birthright citizenship and other Trump policies that have been challenged by the courts. And of course, Can't Let It Go. This episode: senior W…
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How Trump Makes His Money, From Golf Courses To Crypto
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From Trump Tower to Trump Steaks, President Trump's business ventures have always been about the Trump brand. What does that mean when the man behind the brand is back in the White House? Trump's recent financial disclosures offer some clues. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior …
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Under Pressure? Trump Faces Key Deadlines on Hill, Tariffs and More
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President Trump is nearing a critical juncture for several of his top priorities. He wants Congress to pass his sweeping legislative agenda by July 4th. His tariff pause expires on July 8th. And a leaked preliminary intelligence report has cast doubt on his claims that Iran's nuclear facilities were totally obliterated by last weekend's strikes. Th…
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Mission Accomplished? What We Know About The State of Iran's Nuclear Program.
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President Trump and his Cabinet say Iran's nuclear program was "devastated," "obliterated," and "destroyed" by U.S. strikes this weekend. But the reality is it's much more complicated. As Iran and Israel enter a fragile ceasefire, we discuss just how effective this military action was. Plus, how is Congress responding. This episode: senior White Ho…
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Iran Retaliates After U.S. Military Strikes. Now What?
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Iran launched missile attacks on a U.S. Air Force base in Qatar following this weekend's U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. We break down what we know, and what risks this might pose for President Trump — militarily and politically — going forward. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national security correspondnet …
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The U.S. Strikes Nuclear Sites In Iran. Now What?
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The U.S. launched a military strike against nuclear sites in Iran, further involving itself in Israel's conflict with Iran. We look at what happened, and the lasting implications of the action. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico…
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Will The U.S. Get Involved In Military Action With Iran?
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As Israel and Iran continue to launch aerial assaults against each other, there are growing questions as to whether the U.S. will get involved in the offensive, too. President Trump said he'd make a decision within the next two weeks. Then, a look at the spending package currently working its way through Congress. This episode: senior White House c…
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A Summer Treat: 'Weird Al' Yankovic On His Life & Career In Show Business
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And now, a diversion from the news. When Weird Al's debut single, "My Bologna," came out, there wasn't really a model for how a parody artist could have any longevity in their career. Yet Al's figured out how to stay popular for over four decades. Ahead of his summer "Bigger and Weirder" tour, he talks with Wild Card with Rachel Martin about stayin…
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As tensions continue to escalate between Israel and Iran, President Trump is now signaling an openness for more U.S. military involvement. We discuss what that might look like and how it is dividing the MAGA faithful. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior national political corresponde…
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Bigger & Weirder (& Longer?!) Bonus Episode 2 cm - Las Vegas, NV #1 (June 13, 2025)
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Dave and Ethan welcome special guests Jackie Rossi and Alison Parsons as they break down opening night of Weird Al’s 2025 Bigger & Weirder tour! Join them for a lively recap of the June 13, 2025 show at The Venetian Theatre in Las Vegas, NV. ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has covered all facets of the life, career, and fand…
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How The Farm Industry Is Complicating Trump's Immigration Crackdown
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Last week, President Trump suggested the agriculture industry might be spared from his immigration crackdown. But Tuesday, Homeland Security officials confirmed there would be no change to enforcement policy — and no workplace safe from potential raids. We look at what this means economically and politically. This episode: voting correspondent Mile…
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After the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers over the weekend, we look at what is motivating people to carry out acts of political violence, and what could cause the tone & tenor of associated rhetoric to become calmer. This episode: political reporter Elena Moore, domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef, and senior political editor & corr…
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Weekly Roundup: Israel vs. Iran, Immigration News, and A Mascot Love Triangle
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Israel launched strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, killing at least three of Iran's top military leaders. We look at why Israel took these actions now, what Iran might do next, and how the conflict complicates President Trump's efforts to be a dealmaker and a peacekeeper. Also, the dramatic removal of a U.S. Senator from a Homeland Security pres…
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Roses are red, Violets are blue, Their politics are opposites — Could their love be true? New polling from NPR/PBS News/Marist suggests, for young people, probably not. They're more likely than other generations to consider differences in political opinions deal breakers when dating. This episode: political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political r…
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MAHA Cheers and Public Health Fears as RFK Ousts Vaccine Panel
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Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ousted all 17 members of a vaccine advisory board this week. It's a move that's been roundly condemned by the public health community and cheered by Kennedy's "Make America Healthy Again" base. This episode: political correspondent Sarah McCammon, senior national political correspondent Mara Lias…
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Episode 257" - Tonight Show w/ Fallon Recap & Tour Preview
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Dave and Ethan recap their visit to the live taping of Weird Al's appearance on the June 9, 2025 episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon! Dave and Ethan also discuss and speculate what's known and what's to come for Weird Al’s Bigger & Weirder Tour that starts later this week! ABOUT Since 2019, Dave & Ethan’s 2000″ Weird Al Podcast has co…
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Trump vs. Newsom: Breaking Down the Politics of the L.A. Protests
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As protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles stretch into their fifth day, President Trump is doubling down on his decision to send national guard troops and U.S. marines to the city. That is setting up a clash between Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who's often seen as a 2028 Democratic presidential hopeful. This episode: political…
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Protests In L.A. Over Trump's Immigration Policies
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After a series of immigration raids in and around Los Angeles, protestors demonstrated against the actions & the broader immigration policies of the Trump administration. In response, the president federalized the California National Guard without asking state and local officials. The rare move has drawn strong criticism from California lawmakers. …
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Budget Battles & Conversations With China
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Negotiations over President Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" continue on Capitol Hill — but now, his former ally, Elon Musk, is criticizing both the legislation and the president himself. How will Republicans respond? Then, we look at ongoing trade negotiations between the U.S. and China. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional c…
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President Trump issued a presidential proclamation Wednesday that bans citizens of 12 countries, and severely restricts citizens from seven others, from entering the United States. We explain the ban and how it compares to similar attempts made in Trump's first term to limit entry to the country. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, Whit…
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Data Difficulty: How DOGE Could Hurt The Census And More
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The Trump administration team that calls itself the Department of Government Efficiency has gathered a ton of data on people in the U.S. — often without providing answers on exactly how it will be used. Data experts fear that will many people wary of answering the census and crucial government surveys that produce monthly jobs numbers and other key…
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How President Trump's Pardons Are Challenging Political Norms
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The federal pardon power is one area where presidents have unchecked authority. President Trump is using that authority in ways that challenge long-standing political norms. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson. This podcast was produced by Bri…
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Explaining Trump's Fight With Big Law Firms
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President Trump has issued executive orders targeting certain law firms, seeking to restrict their business endeavors. While some firms have settled, others have fought back. We look at why firms have chosen different paths, and whether Trump's orders — some of which have been struck down in court — present legal questions themselves. This podcast:…
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Tariff Twists; Diplomatic Deals; Mango Mania
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President Trump's trade policies were dealt a blow this week as a court said he could use a 1977 emergency law to justify levying tariffs. What comes next? Plus, a look at how the traditional rules of diplomacy have been upended by the Trump administration. And, much ado about mangoes. This podcast: White House correspondents Deepa Shivaram, Franco…
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