Podcast
The Daily Sarcast
Hosted by Lindsey Vernick · EN
A comedy news podcast released every weekday morning.
48episodes
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July 15th, 2026: The New Workout Trend, New UFO Files And Running Into An Ex In PJs
Jul 1500:07:50Tap to summarizeHost Lindsey Vernick gives the Daily Sarcast rundown: a sunscreen PSA and sponsor spot, California leading a 12-state suit to block Paramount’s proposed $110B merger with Warner, the new trend of working out while watching sports, and the Pentagon releasing UFO files — including a slow-moving object over a Texas nuclear facility. She also shares a personal anecdote about running into an ex, offers a cooking tip about using expiring food, and signs off with contact info. Short, topical, and lighthearted — news, weird sightings, and everyday life in one quick episode.
Transcribe →July 14th, 2026: An 87 Year Old White Castle Closes, Pitbull Sets World Record And Casting Videos
Jul 1400:05:18Tap to summarizeOn July 14, 2026, Lindsey Vernick delivers quick, witty news: a historic White Castle closes after 87 years because the land became more valuable than the restaurant; thousands in London broke a Guinness World Record by dressing as rapper Pitbull; and a bear in British Columbia grabbed a golfer's clubs. Lindsey mixes personal stories about casting a dating show with practical life tips and signs off asking for listener feedback.
Transcribe →July 13th, 2026: A Slurpee Marathon In Philly, Strippers At A Funeral In Amsterdam And Practicing Not Losing Things With A Buffalo Exchange Card
Jul 1300:07:10Tap to summarizeOn today’s Daily Sarcast Lindsay Vernick delivers a fast, funny roundup of the week’s wildest stories: scientists using sea sponges to redate the 1.5°F warming threshold, a Philly runner who sprinted to every 7‑Eleven for Slurpees and charity, and a viral video of a pole dancer tribute at a Red Light District funeral — plus the surprising death of Senator Lindsey Graham. Between personal anecdotes, a cooking tip, and listener notes, this episode mixes serious climate news with quirky human interest stories and sharp reactions from around the country.
Transcribe →July 10th, 2026: The Increased Price Of Stamps, Flying Ants Are Not A Hurricane And Getting Lost In A Foreign Land AKA Queens
Jul 1000:07:53Tap to summarizeOn July 10, 2026 Lindsey Vernick delivers a comedic news roundup covering the USPS stamp price hike, a UK driver pulled over for speeding to watch Love Island, a radar-blipping swarm of flying ants, Wimbledon ball-kids' MVP performance, and a personal subway/Uber misadventure. Plus quick takes on a sponsor, a cooking tip, and a mention of Trump's Independence Day misquote. Short, snappy, and funny — this episode mixes headlines, personal stories, and pop-culture moments for a light Friday listen.
Transcribe →July 9th, 2026: Bank Chili, Only Fans Saving The Day And A Date
Jul 900:06:12Tap to summarizeHost Lindsay Vernick unpacks a bizarre corporate feud over chili at a major bank merger, Netflix shows losing viewers between seasons, and how OnlyFans creators’ takedown requests are exposing hacked government and university sites. She also shares personal updates about binge-watching Love Island, a reality-TV–style date, a truffle aioli cooking tip, and invites listener feedback.
Transcribe →July 8th, 2026: Dove Isn't Soap, The Declaration Of Independence Is Found And Love Island
Jul 800:07:56Tap to summarizeHost Lindsey Vernick (The Daily Sarcast) covers the week’s biggest bites: the surprising internet debate over Dove not technically being soap, T‑Mobile’s upcoming 2G shutdown that spells the end for many legacy devices, and the discovery of a rare 1776 printing of the Declaration of Independence in a UK archive. She also shares personal updates — working on a new dating show, loving FarmVille over social media, a quick cooking tip for single dinners, and how to reach her with feedback.
Transcribe →July 7th, 2026: Trump + The Bell, California's New Parking Rules And Lazy Days
Jul 700:06:53Tap to summarizeOn the July 7, 2026 episode of The Daily Sarcast, Lindsay Vernick runs through celebrity drama — including the rumored fallout between Blake Lively and Taylor Swift and Lionel Messi addressing romance gossip — alongside lighter personal anecdotes and tips from the host. The show also covers bigger headlines: President Trump’s Oval Office NYSE bell moment and the launch of government-seeded "Trump Accounts" for newborns, plus California's new daylighting parking rule with fines. Contact and closing notes wrap up the episode.
Transcribe →July 6th, 2026: A New Gay Dating App, Trump's FIFA Fix And Guest Starring
Jul 600:05:17Tap to summarizeOn July 6, 2026, Lindsey Vernick breaks down the week’s wild and witty headlines: a gay dating app called Goose accused of using AI-generated influencers, an FDA recall of potato chips over potential salmonella contamination, and the TSA finding a live smoke grenade hidden in a jar of peanut butter. She also covers the FIFA controversy after a red-card suspension was overturned following a phone call from Donald Trump, shares a lighthearted July 4th weekend anecdote about guest-starring in friend groups, and offers a quick cooking tip. Tune in for news with a wink, laughs, and Lindsey’s signature sign-off.
Transcribe →July 3rd, 2026: Trump's Big Celebration, $25K To See The Fireworks And Hanging With 90s Celebs
Jul 300:05:47Tap to summarizeOn the July 3, 2026 episode, Lindsey Vernick opens with a tired but determined sign‑off and covers President Trump’s massive Independence Day rally plans — seven hours of military flyovers, a 9:45 p.m. keynote, and an 850,000‑shell fireworks show sparking cost, pollution, and safety concerns. She reports on local fireworks bans in drought‑hit California, scaled‑down drone displays, and the Kennedy Center’s pricey fireworks tickets (general admission and $25,000 VIP packages) that are raising eyebrows. Between the headlines Lindsey shares a chaotic behind‑the‑scenes day with 90s celebrities, a feel‑good story about a barista’s smile reconnecting old friends, a simple hot dog cooking tip, and a warm holiday sign‑off urging listeners to stay safe and hydrated.
Transcribe →July 2nd, 2026: The Empire State Building Proposal, No More Physical Discs And Being Back In South Philly
Jul 200:04:53Tap to summarizeLindsey Vernick hosts the July 2, 2026 Daily Sarcast, mixing news and personal anecdotes with a comedic tone. The episode covers a dramatic Empire State Building stunt where two climbers unfurled a banner and proposed before being arrested, Sony's plan to stop producing recordable Blu-ray discs signaling the decline of physical media, and Netflix announcing a new JonBenet Ramsey limited series starring Melissa McCarthy. Lindsey also shares short personal stories from South Philly, a list of quirky week highlights, a quick cooking tip, and contact information for listener feedback.
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