Episode 110: The Omicron…Omarion Variant
Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
In this episode, we discuss the Omicron variant and the Black Twitter memes connecting it to singer Omarion. We also discuss the repetitive nature of the debt ceiling crisis, the feud between Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Ilhan Omar, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo’s involvement in his brother former NY Governor Andrew Cuomo’s scandal, the Ahmaud Arbery verdict, Porsha Williams’ involvement with R. Kelly, and more.
Resources:
Bauder, David. CNN suspends Chris Cuomo for helping brother in scandal. CNN. December 1, 2021.
Caygle, Heather; Ferris, Sarah; and Beavers, Olivia. Islamophobia controversy worsens after Boebert calls Omar. Politico. November 29, 2021.
Chappell, Bill. The omicron variant was in Europe a week before South Africa reported it. NPR. November 30, 2021.
Cowen, Trace William. News About Omicron COVID-19 Variant Has People Coping by Making Omarion Jokes. Complex. November 30, 2021.
Green, Bruce A. Ahmaud Arbery trial shines a light on prosecutorial misconduct. NBC News. November 30, 2021.
Ioanes, Ellen. Congress is facing a December time crunch. Here’s what to expect. Vox. November 30, 2021.
