The News Room with Drew and Spencer Sat, 30 May 2026 15:30:20 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2431291 en-us © 2026 The News Room with Drew and Spencer yes 637c6854-f633-510a-8d71-9bb9d5257e7a Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell episodic false This is a weekly podcast where we talk about the news and what's happening around the world!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell https://storage.buzzsprout.com/3bp1zf4ps0hyetz1l4s00ou1tb54?.jpg The News Room with Drew and Spencer Florida Man Strikes Again! The News Room - EP:10 Florida Man Strikes Again! The News Room - EP:10 In this episode of the newsroom, Drew Lang and Spencer discuss a variety of humorous and bizarre news stories, including a father jailed for leaving his kids at McDonald's while job hunting, a Florida man who attempted to eat stolen jewelry, and a miscommunication during a sports tribute. The conversation also touches on the absurdities of life in Tennessee and ends with a light-hearted game of GeoGuessr, showcasing their geographical knowledge (or lack thereof).

]]> In this episode of the newsroom, Drew Lang and Spencer discuss a variety of humorous and bizarre news stories, including a father jailed for leaving his kids at McDonald's while job hunting, a Florida man who attempted to eat stolen jewelry, and a miscommunication during a sports tribute. The conversation also touches on the absurdities of life in Tennessee and ends with a light-hearted game of GeoGuessr, showcasing their geographical knowledge (or lack thereof).

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16997072 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2767 full false Guess Who's Back???? Not Zelensky!!! The News Room - EP9 Guess Who's Back???? Not Zelensky!!! The News Room - EP9 In this episode, Drew and Spencer reconnect after a month-long break, discussing various topics including Zelensky's recent visit to the White House and Trump's controversial remarks. They delve into the significant financial aid the US has provided to Ukraine compared to Afghanistan, exploring the implications of such aid being classified as loans. The conversation shifts to absurd government spending, highlighted by a list from Doge, and wraps up with a light-hearted discussion on tipping culture and personal anecdotes.

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Chapters

00:00 Reconnecting After a Break
01:25 Zelensky's Visit and Trump's Response
04:29 US Aid to Ukraine vs. Afghanistan
06:52 The Nature of US Aid: Loans or Gifts?
12:59 Government Spending: The Doge Perspective
18:43 Conspiracy Theories and Government Spending
24:53 Tipping Culture and Personal Experiences
26:27 The Art of Tipping
30:34 Navigating Awkward Service Situations
34:51 Understanding Service Dynamics
43:21 Creating a News Story Game

]]> In this episode, Drew and Spencer reconnect after a month-long break, discussing various topics including Zelensky's recent visit to the White House and Trump's controversial remarks. They delve into the significant financial aid the US has provided to Ukraine compared to Afghanistan, exploring the implications of such aid being classified as loans. The conversation shifts to absurd government spending, highlighted by a list from Doge, and wraps up with a light-hearted discussion on tipping culture and personal anecdotes.

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Chapters

00:00 Reconnecting After a Break
01:25 Zelensky's Visit and Trump's Response
04:29 US Aid to Ukraine vs. Afghanistan
06:52 The Nature of US Aid: Loans or Gifts?
12:59 Government Spending: The Doge Perspective
18:43 Conspiracy Theories and Government Spending
24:53 Tipping Culture and Personal Experiences
26:27 The Art of Tipping
30:34 Navigating Awkward Service Situations
34:51 Understanding Service Dynamics
43:21 Creating a News Story Game

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16966700 Sat, 12 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2929 1 9 full false First it was planes, then it was USAIDS? EP: 8 - The News Room First it was planes, then it was USAIDS? EP: 8 - The News Room In this lively conversation, Drew and Spencer delve into the recent Super Bowl matchup between the Chiefs and Eagles, analyzing the game's dynamics, key players, and coaching decisions. They also discuss the cultural impact of the halftime show featuring Kendrick Lamar, share their experiences with Warhammer 40K games, and touch on the humorous side of video game characters like Mario and Luigi. The discussion is filled with banter, insights, and personal anecdotes, making it an engaging listen for sports and gaming enthusiasts alike.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Game Recap
03:02 Chiefs vs Eagles: A Super Bowl Analysis
05:58 Mahomes and Coaching Decisions
09:00 Halftime Show Highlights
11:58 Warhammer 40K Experience
21:01 Video Game Discussion: Mario and Luigi
22:25 The Documentary Controversy
23:09 Public Perception and Vigilante Justice
24:24 The Free Luigi Subreddit Phenomenon
25:54 Murder and Public Opinion
27:32 Justice and the Court of Public Opinion
29:30 The Complexity of Moral Judgments
31:51 Historical Context of Justice
33:05 The Relativity of Justice
34:53 Execution Without Trial
36:18 The Role of the Court System
38:20 Jury Nullification and Its Implications
40:52 USAID and Global Responsibility
47:43 The CIA: A Complex Perspective
49:01 Government Buyouts and National Security
51:09 Evaluating Trump's Decisions
54:41 Defunding the Department of Education
56:19 The Role of Parental Involvement in Education
01:01:22 Rethinking the Education System
01:04:33 Finding the Right Balance in Education Funding
01:10:01 Concluding Thoughts on Education and Future Paths

]]> In this lively conversation, Drew and Spencer delve into the recent Super Bowl matchup between the Chiefs and Eagles, analyzing the game's dynamics, key players, and coaching decisions. They also discuss the cultural impact of the halftime show featuring Kendrick Lamar, share their experiences with Warhammer 40K games, and touch on the humorous side of video game characters like Mario and Luigi. The discussion is filled with banter, insights, and personal anecdotes, making it an engaging listen for sports and gaming enthusiasts alike.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Game Recap
03:02 Chiefs vs Eagles: A Super Bowl Analysis
05:58 Mahomes and Coaching Decisions
09:00 Halftime Show Highlights
11:58 Warhammer 40K Experience
21:01 Video Game Discussion: Mario and Luigi
22:25 The Documentary Controversy
23:09 Public Perception and Vigilante Justice
24:24 The Free Luigi Subreddit Phenomenon
25:54 Murder and Public Opinion
27:32 Justice and the Court of Public Opinion
29:30 The Complexity of Moral Judgments
31:51 Historical Context of Justice
33:05 The Relativity of Justice
34:53 Execution Without Trial
36:18 The Role of the Court System
38:20 Jury Nullification and Its Implications
40:52 USAID and Global Responsibility
47:43 The CIA: A Complex Perspective
49:01 Government Buyouts and National Security
51:09 Evaluating Trump's Decisions
54:41 Defunding the Department of Education
56:19 The Role of Parental Involvement in Education
01:01:22 Rethinking the Education System
01:04:33 Finding the Right Balance in Education Funding
01:10:01 Concluding Thoughts on Education and Future Paths

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16612823 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0500 4485 1 8 full false Planes are just falling out of the sky!?!?! The News Room, Ep: 7 Planes are just falling out of the sky!?!?! The News Room, Ep: 7 In this episode of The Newsroom, Drew and Spencer explore the humorous side of politics, particularly focusing on Trump's presidency and its chaotic nature. They discuss recent aviation incidents, the absurdity of a plane colliding with a helicopter, and the implications of social media on public accusations, particularly in the context of Brett Cooper's bold commentary on cancel culture. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Humor in Politics
03:01 Trump's Presidency and Its Impact
06:00 Air Travel Concerns and Recent Incidents
09:03 The Absurdity of Aviation Accidents
12:07 Brett Cooper's Bold Moves
15:00 Analyzing the Impact of Social Media on Accusations
20:34 The Fabian Strategy in Modern Contexts
22:44 Celebrity Accountability and Public Perception
24:39 Navigating Accusations and Public Image
26:54 The Role of PR in Crisis Management
28:48 The Future of the Fantastic Four Franchise
39:19 Real Life Drama and Political Commentary
40:38 The Daily Wire's Talent Exodus
42:02 Contractual Controversies in Conservative Media
44:22 Leadership and Accountability in Media
46:53 Christian Values in Business Practices
48:48 Cultural Christianity vs. Genuine Faith
51:26 The Impact of Wealth on Character
54:03 The Future of Conservative Media
58:01 Recommendations and Closing Thoughts

]]> In this episode of The Newsroom, Drew and Spencer explore the humorous side of politics, particularly focusing on Trump's presidency and its chaotic nature. They discuss recent aviation incidents, the absurdity of a plane colliding with a helicopter, and the implications of social media on public accusations, particularly in the context of Brett Cooper's bold commentary on cancel culture. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Humor in Politics
03:01 Trump's Presidency and Its Impact
06:00 Air Travel Concerns and Recent Incidents
09:03 The Absurdity of Aviation Accidents
12:07 Brett Cooper's Bold Moves
15:00 Analyzing the Impact of Social Media on Accusations
20:34 The Fabian Strategy in Modern Contexts
22:44 Celebrity Accountability and Public Perception
24:39 Navigating Accusations and Public Image
26:54 The Role of PR in Crisis Management
28:48 The Future of the Fantastic Four Franchise
39:19 Real Life Drama and Political Commentary
40:38 The Daily Wire's Talent Exodus
42:02 Contractual Controversies in Conservative Media
44:22 Leadership and Accountability in Media
46:53 Christian Values in Business Practices
48:48 Cultural Christianity vs. Genuine Faith
51:26 The Impact of Wealth on Character
54:03 The Future of Conservative Media
58:01 Recommendations and Closing Thoughts

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16594973 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 3666 1 7 full false Greenland and Canada trolled by Trump!?! The News Room - Ep: 6 Greenland and Canada trolled by Trump!?! The News Room - Ep: 6 In this episode, Drew and Spencer dive into a variety of current events, including Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland, the historical context of such attempts, and the implications of executive orders during his presidency. They also discuss Biden's recent pardon of his son, the economic implications of tariffs, and the responses from Canadian politicians regarding U.S. policies. The conversation is filled with humor and insightful commentary on political dynamics and international relations. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Current Events
03:07 Trump's Interest in Greenland
05:54 Historical Context of Greenland's Purchase Attempts
09:00 Trump's Executive Orders and TikTok Ban
11:57 Biden's Pardon of His Son
15:00 Economic Implications of Tariffs
18:00 Pierre's Response to Tariffs
21:04 NATO Spending and Global Relations
29:43 California Conspiracy Theories and Wildfires
30:45 Brett Cooper's YouTube Channel Launch
31:43 The Rise of VTubers
34:26 Analyzing Brett Cooper's Trailer
37:41 Comment Section Drama
40:37 NFL Predictions and Team Performances
50:20 Pyramid Schemes and Personal Stories

]]> In this episode, Drew and Spencer dive into a variety of current events, including Trump's interest in purchasing Greenland, the historical context of such attempts, and the implications of executive orders during his presidency. They also discuss Biden's recent pardon of his son, the economic implications of tariffs, and the responses from Canadian politicians regarding U.S. policies. The conversation is filled with humor and insightful commentary on political dynamics and international relations. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Current Events
03:07 Trump's Interest in Greenland
05:54 Historical Context of Greenland's Purchase Attempts
09:00 Trump's Executive Orders and TikTok Ban
11:57 Biden's Pardon of His Son
15:00 Economic Implications of Tariffs
18:00 Pierre's Response to Tariffs
21:04 NATO Spending and Global Relations
29:43 California Conspiracy Theories and Wildfires
30:45 Brett Cooper's YouTube Channel Launch
31:43 The Rise of VTubers
34:26 Analyzing Brett Cooper's Trailer
37:41 Comment Section Drama
40:37 NFL Predictions and Team Performances
50:20 Pyramid Schemes and Personal Stories

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16544157 Sat, 01 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3200 1 6 full false Fox Sports doing crazy stuff??? The News Room, EP: 5 Fox Sports doing crazy stuff??? The News Room, EP: 5 In episode 5 of the news room, we talk about the fox sports craziness going on, Brett Cooper leaving the Daily Wire, the NFL, and South Korea trying to be cute and overthrow the government in one of the worst coup attempts ever. Strap yourselves in, this is going to be one crazy episode!

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]]> In episode 5 of the news room, we talk about the fox sports craziness going on, Brett Cooper leaving the Daily Wire, the NFL, and South Korea trying to be cute and overthrow the government in one of the worst coup attempts ever. Strap yourselves in, this is going to be one crazy episode!

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]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16402435 Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 3580 1 5 full false Years in Review, Guess the News: EP4 The News Room Years in Review, Guess the News: EP4 The News Room In this episode of The News Room, we have a review of last year, try to guess what the news is about based on a headline, and give predictions on what will happen this coming year!
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]]> In this episode of The News Room, we have a review of last year, try to guess what the news is about based on a headline, and give predictions on what will happen this coming year!
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Like what we do? Follow us on patron.com/drewlang

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16370586 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2795 1 4 full false When in Russia.....The News Room Ep: 3 When in Russia.....The News Room Ep: 3 This week we cover the UnitedHealth CEO Killing, people dying in the country of Georgia due to carbon monoxide poisoning, and the 2024 game awards.
Follow us on instagram or donate on Patreon to help us continue to make content!
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Show Notes:
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/17/mangione-charged-with-act-of-terrorism-in-unitedhealthcare-ceo-killing

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/home-invasion-sparks-2-pursuits-in-southern-california-multiple-arrests-made/

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cx2nxx2l37lo

https://www.kptv.com/2024/12/17/12-people-found-dead-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-popular-ski-resort-reports-say/

https://www.ign.com/articles/the-game-awards-2024-winners-the-full-list

]]> This week we cover the UnitedHealth CEO Killing, people dying in the country of Georgia due to carbon monoxide poisoning, and the 2024 game awards.
Follow us on instagram or donate on Patreon to help us continue to make content!
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Show Notes:
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/17/mangione-charged-with-act-of-terrorism-in-unitedhealthcare-ceo-killing

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/home-invasion-sparks-2-pursuits-in-southern-california-multiple-arrests-made/

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cx2nxx2l37lo

https://www.kptv.com/2024/12/17/12-people-found-dead-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-popular-ski-resort-reports-say/

https://www.ign.com/articles/the-game-awards-2024-winners-the-full-list

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16304368 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:00:00 -0500 3907 1 3 full false The CEO was Assassinated!?! - The News Room Ep: 2 The CEO was Assassinated!?! - The News Room Ep: 2 Hey everyone! This week on the news room we talk about the assassination of the UnitedHealthCEO, the fall of the Syrian government, and the 2024 box office movie successes! Join us today in the news room!

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Show Notes: 
https://youtu.be/Ht7QYBLSpJY

https://youtu.be/uKN_egABmWo

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/05/us/school-shooting-california-kindergarteners.html

https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/box-office-top-10-movies-of-the-year/

https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/brian-thompson-luigi-mangione-unitedhealthcare-shooting-12-10-24/index.html

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/brother-unabomber-ted-kaczynski-terrible-mistake-luigi-mangione-was-in-rcna183612

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-incursion-into-syria-reaches-25-km-southwest-damascus-security-sources-2024-12-10/

]]> Hey everyone! This week on the news room we talk about the assassination of the UnitedHealthCEO, the fall of the Syrian government, and the 2024 box office movie successes! Join us today in the news room!

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Show Notes: 
https://youtu.be/Ht7QYBLSpJY

https://youtu.be/uKN_egABmWo

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/05/us/school-shooting-california-kindergarteners.html

https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/box-office-top-10-movies-of-the-year/

https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/brian-thompson-luigi-mangione-unitedhealthcare-shooting-12-10-24/index.html

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/brother-unabomber-ted-kaczynski-terrible-mistake-luigi-mangione-was-in-rcna183612

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-incursion-into-syria-reaches-25-km-southwest-damascus-security-sources-2024-12-10/

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16270673 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0500 3801 1 2 full false Ep 1 - Canada, Concerts, The Election, and Biden - The News Room with Drew and Spencer Ep 1 - Canada, Concerts, The Election, and Biden - The News Room with Drew and Spencer Hello and welcome to the first episode of The News Room, a podcast where we talk about the current climate in the world, ranging from politics, economics, church news, and everything in between! This week we touch on the election, some of the crazy things said about Canada, and what is happening in churches around the country. Hope you enjoy! Leave a comment and tell us what you think!
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Drew Lang: https://www.instagram.com/the_lang_named_drew/
Spencer Fennell: https://www.instagram.com/therealspencerfennell/
Check out the Successful Failures Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2383119?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY7_W61sm7GAs9o2BYr8YZwvc3DVYeY78doEjXgv7ojlo1Rej8wb6qYaRg_aem__qPZ04dXcbGIwr3RVJ7RBw

]]> Hello and welcome to the first episode of The News Room, a podcast where we talk about the current climate in the world, ranging from politics, economics, church news, and everything in between! This week we touch on the election, some of the crazy things said about Canada, and what is happening in churches around the country. Hope you enjoy! Leave a comment and tell us what you think!
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Drew Lang: https://www.instagram.com/the_lang_named_drew/
Spencer Fennell: https://www.instagram.com/therealspencerfennell/
Check out the Successful Failures Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2383119?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY7_W61sm7GAs9o2BYr8YZwvc3DVYeY78doEjXgv7ojlo1Rej8wb6qYaRg_aem__qPZ04dXcbGIwr3RVJ7RBw

]]> Drew Lang, Spencer Fennell Buzzsprout-16234238 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3617 1 1 full false