News & What We Choose

Danielle and Dami

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On each episode, we discuss the latest in the news, pop culture, what we're watching, and more. Grab a seat, get the news, and come hang with us! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@NewsWhatWeChoose Instagram: @news.wwc Danielle IG: @danielledene Dami IG: @damiana.pierce

May 30

Getting Chatty with… The Boys, Love Thy Nader, and Guy Fieri

Grab a seat, get the news, and come hang with us as we catch up on everything since we last cheers’d. This week, Danielle shares her ultimate reset and her first experience with cupping therapy, while Dami fills us in on his new life as a suburban farmer. We’re diving deep into the headlines with some "What The F**k Trump News," covering the years-long timeline needed to replenish US weapon stockpiles and Newsom’s move to tax 100% any money taken from the J6 slush fund. In "What We Choose," we discuss the three-year prison sentence for Matthew Perry’s assistant (seems light), followed by a trip to "Conspiracy Corner" to investigate the viral theory that Guy Fieri never actually swallows the food he tastes. For a bit of good news, we’re sippin’ on the recent cloning of wild yaks in China, which sparks a debate on whether we should finally bring back the dinosaurs. To wrap things up, we break down everything we’ve been watching lately. Danielle takes us to the Bravo Corner to vent about Amanda’s lack of an apology in the Summer House reunion part one, the Southern Hospitality finale, and In the City, Love Thy Nader, and why she couldn’t even finish the first episode of the "overproduced garbage" that was Calabasas Confidential. They both discuss Your Friends & Neighbors before recapping everything Dami watched: Eat Pray Love, Love Death + Robots, the season two premiere of Four Seasons, and the intense series finale of The Boys. She also shares why she couldn't get into The Crash. LINKS REFERENCED: https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-weapons-air-defense-csis-analysis-593f866ad4eae4ddbbcfdafa22267329 https://apnews.com/article/matthew-perry-assistant-sentencing-d58a608daa1eca55e20fed284763e5aa https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYaFqcMIP3N/ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/first-of-its-kind-effort-sees-china-clone-wild-yaks-to-save-subspecies-numbering-fewer-than-300/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DY7nvUpu7DN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Instagram: @news.wwc Danielle IG: @danielledene Dami IG: @damiana.pierce

59 min
May 23

Getting Chatty with… Mackenzie Shirilla, Anime, and Sydney Sweeney

After we catch up on all the latest goings on in our lives, we dive into the deep end with What The F**k Trump News, discussing the J6er payouts, the shocking DOJ and IRS agreement regarding family audits, and the erasure of government data. In What We Choose, we’re questioning the sudden MahJong craze, warning you to delete those peace sign photos for your own security, and unpacking the heavy, conflicting rumors surrounding Hayden Panettiere’s book release. We even take a trip to the Conspiracy Corner to discuss those eerie bathroom purgatory dreams we apparently all share and the mysterious mask wearer spotted on Fox News, before cleansing the palate with some Good News about a heroic search and rescue otter. Finally, we wrap up with a massive What We Watched breakdown. Danielle watched A LOT: RHORI, Summer House finale, Southern Hospitality, In The City, Your Friends & Neighbors, the Margo’s Got Money Troubles finale, Veronica Mars rewatch, Off Campus again (with a side of reaction videos), Midnight in Paris, Vicky Christina Barcelona, Match Point, Rumor Has It, Girl Next Door, and both Legally Blondes. She also went down the rabbit hole of Mackenzie Shirilla with The Crash documentary, and her Mean Girl Murders, and Killer Cases episodes. Dami is still at it with Euphoria Season 3 (and she shares her thoughts on Sydney Sweeney), the emotional Margo’s Got Money Troubles finale, and Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen. Plus, we talk Love, Death & Robots, which sparked a full-on anime recommendation session. Which anime should Danielle and Dami be watching?! LINKS REFERENCED: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYiDMV5jRuQ/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYife0ykao_/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYZjmwWnA_A/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYhcMF5S907/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://ew.com/diana-jenkins-denies-she-put-hayden-panettiere-into-bed-with-very-famous-man-11974504 https://www.reddit.com/r/RHOBH/comments/1tew0h9/can_someone_give_me_a_detailed_explanation_of_the/ https://www.threads.com/@the_strongwilledchild/post/DYoHCPYlFYT?xmt=AQG0-VObBuHv2ibcf8wkPP7P70Rzc0CX2_feTpASQbB4wSytRe-Iyzb_8BhiH-rP-MGhZHxh&slof=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DYnNRhIFcG4/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Instagram: @news.wwc Danielle IG: @danielledene Dami IG: @damiana.pierce

1h 10m
May 16

Getting Chatty with... Off Campus, Spencer Pratt, and South Korea

In this week’s episode of News & What We Choose, we dissect the unsurprising mystery of the $59 million MAGA phone that never arrived (hello BBB), the President’s commentary regarding the American financial situation, and the controversial mothers.gov site. We also discuss the major update in the Alex Murdaugh case as his conviction is overturned (I'm sorry, WHAT NOW?!) and questioning the Spencer Pratt L.A. Mayoral race (keep reality stars out of the political office). For "Good News We’re Sippin’," we dive into the wild story of the $4 billion female fugitive (good for her), as well as the innovative eco-friendly ferries in South Korea designed to clean the water mid-commute. Finally, we wrap up with a massive TV rundown of everything we're currently watching: RHORI, Summer House, Southern Hospitality, Euphoria Season 3 (begrudgingly), Your Friends & Neighbors, Veronica Mars, The Mandalorian, Off Campus, The Paper, Daredevil, and The Punisher Special (shout out Punisher: War Zone). Grab a seat, get the news, and come hang with us! LINKS REFERENCED: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYMrpjqug3x/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQETfgkqWv/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYYIM5AgHgT/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQF8t9iceE/?img_index=1&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYSMh4xjhRp/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYCKobLkZba/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DYU37ieFdJk/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

51 min
May 9

Getting Tipsy with... Fourth Wing, Bravo Corner, and Hantavirus

We’re diving straight into our personal updates, from Danielle’s busy week of regattas, swim lessons, and early Mother’s Day surprises, to Dami’s emotional week involving the loss of her grandmother, a night at a comedy show, a trip to the zoo, and fifteen ingredient tacos. In our "What The F**k Trump News" segment, we’re looking at the irony of Trump supporting the direct shipment of guns to homes just a week after his alleged assassination attempt. We also dig into Trump and RFK Jr. wanting to put a ban on antidepressants, specifically RFK Jr.’s push to "de-prescribe" psychiatric medications for children. In "What We Choose," we wrap up the Baldoni vs. Lively two-year feud. Plus, we’re talking about the mentally abusive Alpine Divorce increase happening. We then take a visit to Conspiracy Corner to discuss the rumor about a limited amount of oil left in America then shift to the recent buzz surrounding the Hantavirus. To balance out the heavy stuff, our "Good News We’re Sippin’" features Gavin Newsom’s launch of a free diaper program in California! Finally, we’re recapping everything we've been watching and reading. Danielle hits the Bravo Corner with RHORI, Summer House, the Ladies of London finale, and Southern Hospitality. We also discuss Imperfect Women, the latest disturbing episode of Euphoria, Your Friends & Neighbors, Margo’s Got Money Troubles, The Paper, a Veronica Mars rewatch, The Mandalorian, Beef Season 2, and Lords of Dogtown. Lastly, Dami finished A Court of Silver Flames and jumped into Fourth Wing. We then give our two cents on who should be casted in the Fourth Wing series, manifesting Sofia Carson and Lucien Laviscount for the leads! LINKS REFERENCED: www.instagram.com/reel/DYDILHbAu-W/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== www.instagram.com/reel/DYGApd-gkl0/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5863973-kennedy-deprescribing-psychiatric-meds/ www.instagram.com/reel/DX7mWZ6SwG8/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== www.instagram.com/p/DYDZDQSGtOv/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== www.instagram.com/p/DX6uwYwjrtU/?img_index=3&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== www.instagram.com/p/DYA0nKxFVmP/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== www.instagram.com/p/DYCWJ4iEvwH/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== www.instagram.com/p/DYGQH0zmY6s/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== thecinemaholic.com/beef-season2-ending/

1h 42m
May 2

Getting Tipsy with... Margo’s Got Money Troubles, Area 51 Earthquakes, and Beef Season 2

This week’s episode of the podcast is a wild ride through political scandals and the most unhinged moments on television. We break down the alleged shooting attempt at the correspondents' dinner and how the National Trust rejected Trump's demand for the White House ballroom. We also dive into why the MAGA community is currently feuding with Ben Stiller over a poorly timed tweet. In “What We Choose”, we get into the messy drama of the star of the McBee Dynasty and his abusive text leaks then discuss the heavy news of the Supreme Court gutting voting rights. We also make time for a little "Conspiracy Corner," questioning the 17 earthquakes that hit Area 51 this week. We share some "Good News We’re Sippin’" featuring a 6-year-old’s heartwarming shirt design and a wife living a secret double life—strictly for the sake of her own peace. Finally, we wrap things up with a massive breakdown of what we’ve been watching and reading. We are losing our minds over Beef Season 2—specifically that orange juice scene—and questioning the director’s "sick fantasies" in the new season of Euphoria, including that saran wrap scene. Danielle catches us up on the Bravo-verse with RHORI, Summer House, Ladies of London, and Southern Hospitality, plus Your Friends & Neighbors Season 2, Running Point Season 2, and the both talk about Margo’s Got Money Troubles which leads to the discussion of OnlyFans and s*x workers. We finish it up with Dami's recap of A Court of Silver Flames and Danielle gets down to business with The Trusted Advisor. We also discuss a future rebrand?! What are you waiting for? Grab a drink, get the news, and come hang with us. LINKS REFERENCED: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXlDd2SDAPx/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ= https://www.instagram.com/p/DXrWnhgjeSP/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DXp4naojyxE/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DXpfULulC6Q/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DXpxccVFPwx/?img_index=4&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DXuf9DGj8m7/?img_index=1&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXwsaccxhi1/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DXumyc4Dw_e/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.msn.com/en-in/science/earth-science/unusual-earthquake-activity-near-area-51-raises-eyebrows/ar-AA227LV1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DXpBy1hD8xB/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== https://www.instagram.com/p/DXgWBctmmXb/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

1h 9m
Apr 25

Getting Tipsy with… Tree Gate, Dating Tips (from 1938), and Euphoria S3

Buckle up for a wild ride because we're tackling the potential demotion of Karoline Leavitt then diving into the Justice Department bringing back the firing squad. From there, we shift gears and break down the Senate’s move on the SAVE Act, cringing through dating advice from 1938, and dissecting the drama behind the Summer House leaked audio and Helena Bonham Carter’s exit from White Lotus. We also take a detour into Conspiracy Corner to investigate the mystery of "Tree Gate" before pivoting to some "Good News We’re Sippin’" and a heartwarming silent standing ovation that will absolutely restore your faith in the new generation of kids. Dami is heating things up in the reading department with the incredibly spicy A Court of Silver Flames after we review our full watch list this week: Real Housewives of Rhode Island, Summer House, Ladies of London, Southern Hospitality, Imperfect Women, Euphoria, Your Friends & Neighbors, Vanderpump Villa, Temptation Island, Stranger Things: Tales of 85, and Beef. What are you waiting for? Grab a drink (or some milk and cookies), get the news, and come hang with us. LINKS REFERENCED: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXcyRUMAKiy/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/24/politics/trump-justice-department-firing-squads-federal-executionshttps://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/fact-check-prosecutors-sought-death-100000394.html?fr=sycsrp_catchallhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DXYLRPrDSuR/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==https://www.instagram.com/p/DXaHVcsmLEK/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXZ4u_HEUMd/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==https://www.instagram.com/p/DXPLc5vCHxs/?img_index=1&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Instagram: @newsbooze.wwc Danielle IG: @danielledene Dami IG: @damiana.pierce

50 min
Apr 18

Getting Tipsy with... Trump's "Doctored" Jesus, Your Friends & Neighbors, and the War on Women

On this episode, after we catch up on Danielle's trip to Paso Robles and Dami's jam-packed week of fun with her fam, we take a moment to "Pour One Out" for the planet with a special nod to ThredUp and Trashie, who are helping combat fast-fashion. We then jump into the latest "What The F**k" Trump news. We chat about THE AI-generated photo depicting him as Jesus to his confusing "doctored vs. doctor" response and his claim that Diet Coke is a cancer-killer. We also jump into a rapid-fire round of "What We Choose" the Alix Earle vs. Alex Cooper beef and reacting to the wild reports that Kash Patel requires a battering ram to wake up due to his alleged frequent intoxication. Trigger Warning: We take a serious turn to the "Online Rape Academy" and the horrifying reality that the site is still active, its traffic has surged by 20 million visits from February to March, and how current US laws are effectively protecting the platform over the safety of women. We also look into the 11 scientists who have vanished without a trace since the end of 2024, questioning if this is a government cover-up or something more extraterrestrial. On a lighter note, we’re "sippin’" on some good news, including a firefighter who adopted an abandoned baby and a high school student who invented a way to remove microplastics from drinking water. We wrap things up with a massive "What We Watched" segment covering Danielle's Bravo Corner: Real Housewives of Rhode Island, Southern Hospitality, Ladies of London, and Summer House. We also talk about Something Very Bad is Going To Happen, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Palm Royale, Friends and Neighbors, Priscilla, Temptation Island, Age of Attraction, Euphoria Season 3, Shrinking Finale, The Pitt finale, Season 5 of The Boys, Imperfect Women and Priscilla. Also, don't worry, Dami gives us a blush inducing update on her progress with A Court of Silver Flames... spicy! What are you waiting for? Grab a drink, get the news, and come hang with us! LINKS REFERENCED: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Balance-Grow-Honey-Citron-and-Ginger-Teahttps://www.tobinjames.com/https://www.oxfordcollection.com/hotels/suites-paso-robleshttps://moppstoys.com/

1h 45m
Apr 9

Getting Tipsy with... War Crimes, The Moon, and ACOTAR

On this episode, we recap our Easter festivities and Dami shares a few health updates (one of which is gag-inducing haha). This week we're sipping on Josh Sauvignon Blanc and a Kirkland Pinot Grigio while we dive into the latest "What The F**k Trump News." We dissect his wild social media posts, the growing chatter around the 25th Amendment, and the urgent questions surrounding international policy and ceasefires. We also cover the disturbing reports involving Haley Beck (TikTok's very own Noah Beck's sister) and the latest updates on the Gilgo Beach serial killer case before taking a detour into Conspiracy Corner to debate the Artemis II moon landing mission. Do you think the footage we've seen from inside the rocket is real? For our "Good News We’re Sippin’" segment, we celebrate the $80,000 raised for an elderly Domino's driver before diving into what we watched: Real Housewives of Rhode Island, Summer House, Ladies of London, The Pitt, Imperfect Women, Company Retreat. Dami finally started Something Very Bad is Going to Happen and we have to discuss THE TRUNK. We wrap things up as Dami continues to share her ACOTAR journey with A Court of Silver Flames and also fills us in on Strangers by Belle Burden. What are you waiting for? Grab a drink, get the news, and come hang with us.

1h 33m

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On each episode, we discuss the latest in the news, pop culture, what we're watching, and more. Grab a seat, get the news, and come hang with us! Watch our episodes on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@NewsWhatWeChoose Instagram: @news.wwc Danielle IG: @danielledene Dami IG: @damiana.pierce

Creator

Danielle and Dami
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

65
Rating

Explicit
Show Website

News & What We Choose