Franklin and Douglas | Current Events and Bad Advice

Franklin and Douglas

Two friends, zero qualifications. Join Franklin and Douglas as they navigate current events and offer unsolicited (and probably terrible) advice. From world-shaking news to the latest pop culture fiasco, we've got it covered. So buckle up, grab a drink, and prepare to be both informed and misled. Disclaimer: We take no responsibility for any life decisions made based on our non-expert opinions.

  1. 3d ago

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 101 | What Really Happened on Horn Island?

    Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, where we break down the biggest current events, trending news stories, and internet discussions with humor, thoughtful commentary, and a little bit of bad advice. In Episode 101, we examine the tragic disappearance and death of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old Mississippi college football player whose case has sparked national attention and widespread online debate.   We walk through the timeline of Nolan Wells' disappearance during a Fourth of July boating trip to Horn Island, the search efforts that followed, and the discovery of his body. We also discuss the questions surrounding the accounts given by members of the friend group, why the investigation has generated intense public interest, and how social media has fueled speculation about the circumstances of his death.    If you enjoy current events podcasts, true crime discussions, breaking news analysis, internet culture, and entertaining conversations that dive into the stories everyone is talking about, be sure to like, subscribe, and join us for another episode of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast. #NolanWells #TrueCrime #CurrentEvents #BreakingNews #Podcast #MissingPerson #Mississippi #HornIsland #CrimeNews #NewsCommentary #CurrentEventsPodcast #InternetCulture #TrendingNews #FranklinAndDouglas #Episode101  #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  2. Jul 7

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 100 | 100 Episodes Later! Our Favorite Moments

    Welcome to Episode 100 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice! We can't believe we've made it to 100 episodes, and it's all thanks to our incredible listeners. In this special milestone episode, we're taking a trip down memory lane as we revisit some of our favorite current events, funniest moments, unforgettable stories, and the outrageous bad advice that helped make this podcast what it is today.   We also take time to thank everyone who has listened, subscribed, commented, and shared the podcast over the past 100 episodes. Your support has allowed us to keep bringing you entertaining discussions on trending news, pop culture, viral stories, strange headlines, world events, and the internet's most bizarre topics, all with our unique sense of humor.   Of course, we couldn't celebrate Episode 100 without another edition of our signature Bad Advice segment! This week's listener asks: "Is it okay to bring Tupperware to a restaurant?" As always, our answers are hilarious, completely unqualified, and absolutely not legal, financial, or relationship advice.   If you love current events podcasts, comedy podcasts, entertaining conversations, trending topics, funny commentary, and bad advice, be sure to like, subscribe, and join us as we celebrate 100 incredible episodes. Here's to the next 100! #FranklinAndDouglasPodcast #Episode100 #100Episodes #Podcast #CurrentEvents #CurrentEventsPodcast #ComedyPodcast #FunnyPodcast #EntertainmentPodcast #PodcastMilestone #PodcastLife #TrendingTopics #PopCulture #WorldNews #CurrentEventsDiscussion #BadAdvice #Comedy #FunnyConversations #YouTubePodcast #ThankYou #PodcastCommunity #Celebration #Milestone #PodcastFans #NewEpisode  #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  3. Jun 30

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 99 | The Freezer Murder Mystery & The Cold Case That Ended Without a Trial

    Welcome to Episode 99 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice! This week we're diving into two shocking true crime stories that have been making headlines around the world. First, we discuss the bizarre case out of Japan involving the discovery of a man's remains inside a freezer and the investigation surrounding his ex-wife. Then we break down the decades-old cold case involving David Vander Meer, whose arrest in connection with his wife's 2006 death at Zion National Park took an unexpected turn after he died while in custody before standing trial.   We examine the facts behind these cases, the questions they raise, and the public reaction surrounding both investigations. As always, we bring our own blend of humor, commentary, and completely unqualified opinions to some of the week's biggest news stories.   Then it's time for our signature Bad Advice segment! This week's listener question asks: "Is it wrong to throw out my roommate's emotional support freezer?" You can probably guess that the advice gets increasingly worse from there.   If you enjoy current events podcasts, true crime discussions, cold cases, strange news, comedy podcasts, viral headlines, and entertaining conversations, you've found your new favorite show. Be sure to like, subscribe, and join the conversation every week for more current events and bad advice! #FranklinAndDouglasPodcast #CurrentEvents #CurrentEventsPodcast #Podcast #TrueCrime #ColdCase #CrimeNews #BreakingNews #JapanNews #TrueCrimePodcast #DavidVanderMeer #ZionNationalPark #ColdCaseFiles #Mystery #Investigation #CrimeCommentary #StrangeNews #WorldNews #ComedyPodcast #BadAdvice #FunnyPodcast #EntertainmentPodcast #TrendingTopics #PodcastLife #YouTubePodcast #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  4. Jun 23

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 98 | Ashlyn Harris Redemption Tour

    Welcome to Episode 98 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice! In this episode, we're discussing the buzz surrounding the new documentary Gamechangers: The Ashlyn Harris Story and sharing our thoughts on the highly publicized split between Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger. From the documentary's biggest revelations to the public reaction across social media, sports media, and entertainment news, we break down the headlines and give our completely unqualified opinions on one of the most talked-about stories in women's soccer.   We also dive into relationship drama during our signature Bad Advice segment, tackling the question: "What should I do about my controlling boyfriend?" As always, expect hilarious takes, questionable solutions, and the kind of advice you absolutely should not follow.   If you enjoy current events podcasts, celebrity news, relationship stories, sports commentary, women's soccer discussions, entertainment podcasts, trending topics, pop culture news, documentary reviews, and comedy podcasts, this episode is for you. Join Franklin and Douglas for laughs, opinions, current events, and bad advice as we cover the stories everyone is talking about. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share the podcast with your friends! #FranklinAndDouglasPodcast #CurrentEvents #Podcast #CurrentEventsPodcast #AshlynHarris #AliKrieger #Gamechangers #WomensSoccer #USWNT #SoccerNews #SportsPodcast #DocumentaryReview #CelebrityNews #EntertainmentNews #PopCulture #TrendingTopics #RelationshipAdvice #BadAdvice #ComedyPodcast #FunnyPodcast #LGBTQ #SportsCommentary #PodcastLife #YouTubePodcast #CurrentEventsDiscussion #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  5. Jun 16

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 97 | Alien Mothership at the FIFA World Cup?

    Welcome to Episode 97 of the Franklin and Douglas Podcast: Current Events and Bad Advice! In this episode, we dive into one of the strangest stories making headlines and social media rounds: the prediction by a Brazilian psychic that a massive alien mothership could appear during a future FIFA World Cup event. Could extraterrestrials really choose one of the world's biggest sporting events for first contact, or is this just another wild conspiracy theory? We explore the history of alien predictions, UFO sightings, psychic forecasts, World Cup prophecies, and why major global events often become the center of extraordinary claims.   As always, we mix current events, pop culture discussions, strange news stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. Then it's time for our signature Bad Advice segment, where we tackle the question: "My husband messed up my birthday again. What should I do?" Expect terrible solutions, questionable life choices, and the kind of advice you definitely shouldn't follow.   If you enjoy current events podcasts, funny commentary, UFO mysteries, conspiracy theories, alien news, sports headlines, comedy podcasts, and entertaining discussions about the weirdest stories on the internet, this episode is for you. Subscribe, like, and join the conversation! #FranklinAndDouglasPodcast #CurrentEvents #Podcast #CurrentEventsPodcast #AlienMothership #UFO #UAP #AlienInvasion #FIFA #WorldCup #ConspiracyTheory #Paranormal #PsychicPredictions #BrazilianPsychic #AthosSalome #AlienNews #StrangeNews #WeirdNews #ComedyPodcast #BadAdvice #EntertainmentPodcast #TrendingTopics #PopCulture #FunnyPodcast #PodcastLife  #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  6. Jun 9

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 96 | Gas, Groceries & Bills: How Are We Supposed to Afford This?

    Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, your destination for current events, trending news, real-life struggles, and terrible advice that absolutely should not be followed. In Episode 96, we tackle a topic that affects nearly everyone: the rising cost of living. From skyrocketing grocery prices and expensive gas to increasing utility bills, rent, insurance, and everyday expenses, we discuss how inflation and economic pressures continue to impact families, workers, and consumers across America.   Join us as we break down why it feels like everything costs more than ever, share our experiences trying to survive in today's economy, and discuss practical and not-so-practical ways people are adapting to higher prices. Whether you're feeling the pain at the gas pump, the grocery store checkout line, or when paying monthly bills, this episode explores the financial challenges many Americans are facing right now.   Of course, this wouldn't be the Franklin and Douglas Podcast without some bad advice. This week, we tackle a listener dilemma involving a friend who suddenly needs gas money despite already owing you money. What could possibly go wrong?   If you enjoy current events podcasts, economic news, funny commentary, relatable discussions, and entertaining conversations, this episode is for you. #CurrentEvents #Podcast #Inflation #GasPrices #GroceryPrices #CostOfLiving #Economy #PersonalFinance #MoneyProblems #FinancialStress #ComedyPodcast #TrendingNews #BadAdvice #WorkingClass #FranklinAndDouglas #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  7. Jun 2

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 95 | Are Flock Cameras About Safety… or Surveillance?

    Follow Frankie's adventures: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithfrankieboyy/   Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, the podcast where current events, internet chaos, questionable decisions, and bad advice all collide. In Episode 95, we dive into the growing controversy surrounding Flock cameras and automated license plate reader systems being installed across cities and neighborhoods throughout the United States. We break down the origins of Flock Safety cameras, why police departments support them, and why privacy advocates and residents are fighting back against what some call a growing mass surveillance network.   We also discuss the cities and towns voting to remove Flock cameras, concerns over government tracking, public safety debates, data privacy issues, surveillance technology, crime prevention, and the ongoing national conversation around digital monitoring in America. From neighborhood watch programs to law enforcement databases, we explain why this topic has become one of the most talked-about current events stories online.   And because this is still the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, we also hand out some truly terrible bad advice on what to do when your husband is more focused on his video games than helping take care of the baby.   If you enjoy current events podcasts, breaking news commentary, internet culture, technology debates, comedy podcasts, and entertaining discussions, this episode is for you. #FlockCamera #Surveillance #Privacy #CurrentEvents #Podcast #BreakingNews #Technology #Police #FlockSafety #MassSurveillance #CrimeNews #InternetCulture #ComedyPodcast #BadAdvice #FranklinAndDouglas #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

  8. May 26

    Franklin and Douglas Ep 94 | Franklin Finally Talks About Her Tom Cruise Obsession

    Welcome back to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, the podcast where current events, bad advice, and completely unhinged conversations somehow all end up in the same episode. For Episode 94, we’re taking a break from the heavy news cycle and diving into one of Hollywood’s biggest stars: Tom Cruise.   Franklin shares her longtime admiration for Tom Cruise while we recap his legendary acting career, iconic movie roles, insane stunt work, and massive contributions to the film industry. From Top Gun and Mission: Impossible to action movies, blockbuster films, celebrity culture, and the evolution of Hollywood over the decades, we break down why Tom Cruise remains one of the most talked-about actors in entertainment history.   We also discuss internet reactions, celebrity fandoms, and how one actor managed to become both a movie icon and a nonstop source of online discussion. And because this is still the Franklin and Douglas Podcast, we wrap things up with some truly questionable bad advice on drinking straight out of the wine bottle at the company party and somehow surviving the embarrassment afterward.   If you love comedy podcasts, entertainment news, celebrity discussions, movie podcasts, Hollywood stories, and entertaining conversations, this episode is for you. #TomCruise #MissionImpossible #TopGun #Hollywood #Movies #Podcast #EntertainmentNews #ComedyPodcast #CelebrityNews #FilmIndustry #MoviePodcast #CurrentEvents #BadAdvice #PopCulture #FranklinAndDouglas #redditstories #aitah Subscribe and Listen to the Franklin and Douglas Podcast Here:  ▶YT: @FranklinandDouglasPod ▶Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franklin-and-douglas-|-current-events-and-bad-advice/id1762544121 ▶Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TfbhzggvyLJedvwcJ0Zdv?si=b17befa4fd294a9b  Connect With Us: 🌐Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2394567 🎬TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@franklinanddouglaspod 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/franklindouglaspod/ Need Advice? - Ask us a question in the comments and we may choose your question to respond on a future episode! Music: Catchy - Uplifting Inspiring Indie Pop by MagpieMusic on pixabay. https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-catchy-uplifting-inspiring-indie-pop-182349/

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Two friends, zero qualifications. Join Franklin and Douglas as they navigate current events and offer unsolicited (and probably terrible) advice. From world-shaking news to the latest pop culture fiasco, we've got it covered. So buckle up, grab a drink, and prepare to be both informed and misled. Disclaimer: We take no responsibility for any life decisions made based on our non-expert opinions.

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