Today we’re breaking down some top stories in the news, the shocking (but amazing) trends that are resurfacing for spring/summer 2025, OG social media, and more!

Did you have a Tumblr back in the day? We’re sharing our blog themes, the vibes, and all the good stuff over on IG stories for a new series! Share yours in the DMs here: @livlaughwhatpod

STORIES FROM TODAY’S EPISODE:

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From the DRAMA surrounding the (very) long-awaited Epstein Files drop, to English being declared as the OFFICIAL language of the United States, Zelenskyy's showdown with President Trump and VP Vance at the White House, and my thoughts on the Sway reunion / the Josh and Jaden chat/apology, we're breaking down all the hot topics in politics and social media, all in under 25 minutes.

Follow along on Instagram and X for updates: @heyitslivjames

LINKS TO STORIES COVERED IN TODAY'S EPISODE:

Epstein Files Comprehensive Overview, Maxwell trial IG Highlights: @houseinhabit on Instagram

https://jessicareedkraus.substack.com/p/hih-epstein-files-a-comprehensive

ENGLISH Declared as Official Language of the United States:

https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/03/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-designates-english-as-the-official-language-of-the-united-states/

https://www.politico.com/news/2025/02/28/english-official-language-trump-00002727

SWAY Reunion + Josh Richards and Jaden Hossler Chat/Apology:

Start at: 01:01:47:49 to hear the conversation: https://kick.com/brycehall/videos/3c89ca57-e680-4601-a70a-ac98c37511ae

It's the first episode of 2025 and we're covering it ALL, from updates on the Kash Patel confirmation, to resurrecting my love for the BFFs Podcast, recounting the level of shook I was when I saw Bryce Hall speaking at a Trump rally all over my X timeline last year, the Sway boys reuniting, and my thoughts on Cynthia Erivo playing Jesus in the new "Jesus Christ Superstar!"

Xaviaer's podcast episode I mentioned that covers the Elon Musk and Ashley St. Clair baby drama, Cynthia Erivo playing Jesus, updates on Wendy Williams, and more: https://www.prageru.com/video/elon-musks-13th-baby-or-free-wendy-williams-or-where-did-the-usd4-7-trillion

SOCIAL MEDIA: @heyitslivjames / @livlaughwhat