Nation of Jake

The story of Prince Mongo shouldn't end with his passing; it should be continued with a Mongo movie. Now that we have celebrated his life yesterday, today we brainstorm, alongside our listeners, what the movie should be about, who should be casted, who should direct it, and what kind of music works for it. Zambodia Forever! Also on the show: Argo from Kix106 joined the show to talk about the Mongo movie and Elvis on Elvis Week, Karoline Leavett will be stepping down as the press secretary, a WNBA coach tells haters to GO TO HELL, and more Mongo movie brainstorming. 

Following the passing of Robert "Prince Mongo" Hodges, we honor the eccentric life, enduring legacy, and vast cultural impact of Memphis’s favorite self-proclaimed alien ambassador. We dive deep into his legendary, shoe-free exploits roaming the Bluff City, his iconic "Mongo for Mayor" political campaigns, and the famous, controversial nightclubs like Ashlar Hall. Also on the show: Tipping culture has gone out of control, Francesca Hong is unbearable and her voters only care about her looks and not policy, Max the Producer shares his stories growing up in Prince Mongo's house, and the ultimate profile on Mongo himself. 

A weekend celebration in North Memphis shattered into chaos when a shooting left one woman dead and four others injured. In the immediate aftermath, community voices like State Representative-Elect Dr. Telisa Franklin and Police Chief C.J. Davis took to the microphone to demand accountability, and their statements were very similar to statements we''ve been saying for many years now. Also on the show: AOC downplays her "woke era" by laughing it off and calling it "woke 1.0", WNBA drama continues after Sophia Cunningham was borderline assaulted over the weekend by a player who is now claiming "white privilege", and the National Anthem performed by Martha Reeves is BACK!

TN primary results are in. While local Democrats secured a dominant blue wave across Shelby County, the statewide Republican landscape was completely reshaped. U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn clinched the GOP gubernatorial primary to set up a November showdown against Memphis Democrat Jerri Green. Meanwhile, the night’s biggest shockwave came from the newly redrawn congressional districts, where Trump-backed incumbent Andy Ogles was upset by Charlie Hatcher. Also on the show: WVNN host Dale Jackson joined the show to talk about the election and poor voter turnout, Enes Kanter Freedom revealed he wants to become the first trans-woman to dominate the WNBA, and the Liberty Bowl is set to be showcased for the weekend Tiger Fan Fest. 

Marsha. Rose. Fritts. DeBerry. Probate Court Clerk. The POLLS ARE OPEN in Tennessee and we break down all the candidates: which ones are good, which ones we're hesitant on, and even Producer Rivera with some write-in votes. Syndicated columnist Ron Hart joined the show to talk Election Day and who he thinks should and could win. Also on the show: NBA players claim they would have dominated the WNBA in 8th grade, Zohran Mamdani unlocks a new African accent, the first trailer for the Chris Hanson Dateline NBC movie, and an absolute AMATEUR nails his opportunity behind mic calling the Philadelphia Phillies. 

Election Day in Memphis launches on Thursday and nothing is more important than voter turnout for Republicans. "The smart people aren't going out to vote!" Memphians are moving out to Texas, and as a result, inept mutant cretons are going out to vote for inept mutant cretons that want to spend tax-payer money on Grub Hub. Also on the show: FedEx St. Jude Championship will lose their PGA Tour status after 2027, a Memphis anchor went viral for napping on the job while on air, Trump wants LeBron to play for his trans-WNBA team, and Shri Thanedar is a goofy guy with goofy hair.

In a now-deleted post from 2020, Wisconsin Gov. Candidate Francesca Hong called for the "cancellation of Thanksgiving" because she said it celebrated colonialism. She compared the COVID-19 epidemic to illnesses that were brought to Indigenous people by colonizers. When asked about it on CNN today, she served a major word salad. Also on the show: a Hawaii Democrat candidate gets his clocked clean for challenging a fight, ANOTHER Democrat candidate in Massachusetts apologizes to the trans community for now wanting his daughters to get hurt playing boys, and we play Impossible Trivia. 

The WNBA finds itself at the center of a fierce culture war as coaches overwhelmingly rally behind the inclusion of transgender athletes. This controversial stance has ignited a firestorm of explosive protests from traditionalists and flooded social media with ruthless, polarizing commentary. The fatties are back and with a vengeance. Also on the show: Memphis schools are back and supplies are cheap, MSCS is still a mess, more on Iran/Trump, the worst National Anthem ever perhaps, Mamdani is requiring IDs for his government-run grocery stores, and Jake gives his non-spoiler review on Spider-Man Brand New Day. 

Spain is being INVADED! Spain is facing an absolute border collapse as thousands of Moroccan migrants, mainly men, breach the frontiers of its North African enclaves, triggering an emergency deployment of the Spanish military. Who deserves the blame for this? Also on the show: Everyone, including a Philadelphia Eagles coach, is making fun of Dr. Fauci's "Plead the 5th", Roomba vacuums are set to be banned in the United States, Rivera reviews Spiderman Brand New Day, and Ron Hart joins the show to talk Fauci's hearing. 

In a fiery Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights over 100 times while clashing with Senator Rand Paul. The intense session included the forced removal of Fauci's defense attorney by Capitol Police, a threat of a contempt vote, and an F-Bomb by Sen. Bernie Moreno. Also on the show: The Chickening of Memphis continues with Dave's Hot Chicken, Tony Romo's arrest on bodycam was released today, George Lopez explains why politics ruined his support for the Lakers and Dodgers, and the Wheel of Weird: White Chicks. 

The late FedEx entrepreneur Fred Smith's wife, Diane Smith, donated $50 million to the Memphis Zoo in order to draw in an additional $50 million, making it the greatest contribution in zoo history. The zoo said that the funds would be used to start the first phase of the overall campus plan, which will start with a redesigned Africa exhibit. Also on the show: an update on Nolan Wells, Memphis is in another survey about being the least safe major city, we try to find a superhero for Rivera to become, Impossible Trivia Tuesday, and more on the Dr. Fauci diaries EXPOSED  (part 2). 

Dr. Fauci writes in a diary like a girl! Senator Rand Paul released over 1000 pages of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s private pandemic-era diary entries and it comes just days before Dr. Fauci is scheduled to testify on Wednesday before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee regarding the federal response to COVID-19. Also on the show:  County Commissioners propose a partial AC fix for 201 Poplar, Trump makes a bad joke about Caitlyn Collins,  NYC Mayor Mamdani unveils government-run grocery stores, and the coolest things manufactured in the United States. 

Southaven is getting serious about neighborhood aesthetics. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen just officially added damaged window blinds, shutters, and shades to the city’s property blight list.Mayor Darren Musselwhite previously teased the change, pointing out that messy windows drag down property values and ruin a neighborhood’s uniform look. Also on the show: WVNN host Dale Jackson joined the show to talk about Southaven overreach and the TN Governor race, Obama backs Caitlyn Clark amid WNBA drama, Elon Musk says he's just a normal guy with common sense, and what foods you should NOT order at restaurants. 

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has sparked intense controversy after publicly arguing that women’s sports leagues should be strictly reserved for biological women. Her outspoken stance on protecting young girls' divisions from transgender inclusion has triggered immense backlash and debate across the WNBA. "The most self-sabotaging company of all time."  Also on the show: syndicated columnist Ron Hart joined the show to talk about why the WNBA is shooting themselves in the foot with their marketing, Megan Rapinoe and Karoline Leavitt weigh in, Ryan Silverfield thinks he is hip and cool in cringey soundbite, and we analyze the TN sex offender map. 

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani officially conceded that his administration lacks the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Mamdani pivotally shifted his stance, calling on the federal government to enforce the ICC warrant instead, and John Fetterman's reaction is priceless. Also on the show: we analyze the security footage from the fatal MSTF shooting in Burger King that was revealed, Ben Crump's horrible track record as a lawyer, and the worst sequels ever after the announcement of a Days of Thunder sequel. 

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett just claimed the entire world was rooting for Spain over Argentina because of geopolitical bad vibes and systemic racism. Now, Washington is officially analyzing soccer fandom, and politicians are treating a FIFA final like a high-stakes intelligence briefing. Why can't soccer just be soccer? Also on the show: Independent autopsy results for Nolan Wells are set to be released tomorrow, Paul Newman pasta sauce, a trans woman goes viral for losing their mind after being misgendered on a bodycam, and Tuesday Trivia x2 rounds. 

Following AOC code-switching while visiting Memphis and shouting out "Sista Presley", it's only reinforced the fact that we need to vote these bums out. From constant court-cases, waste and abuse, incompetency, and audit reveals, let early voting in Tennessee be the moment these career politicians are out of a job. Also on the show: Joey Chestnut destroyed everyone in the Memphis BBQ Nacho eating competition, Rivera reviews The Odyssey, Sonny Hostin suddenly doesn't believe in "nobody above the law" in a crazy police body cam, and we break down the worst Southern accents in film. 

A significant epidemic of the parasite cyclospora, which causes explosive diarrhea, has been linked by federal health officials to lettuce from Mexico that is sold at Taco Bell stores in five states in the United States. AOC also makes a trip to Memphis to back Justin Pearson against Elon Musk's xAI.  Also on the show: Early voting has begun in Tennessee, we reveal how the story of the man stuck inside a Kansas City port-a-potty, we break down what you need to know before seeing The Odyssey, Maine's Democrat Senate candidates' debate was wild, and Dale Jackson joins to talk politics. 

We explore the legal aftermath of the world’s most intense "take your kid to work day" after a mother saw her neglect charges officially dismissed. It turns out that letting your little one join the family business for some high-stakes hair removal is legally considered a lapse in judgment rather than a crime. Move over lemonade stands—there's a new, far more professional hustle in town. Also on the show: Zohran Mamdani is seen watching the World Cup with Rikers island prisoners, the Blue Angels are under fire for flying too close to civilians, William Shatner has a metal record coming out, and we talk to syndicated columnist Ron Hart. 

It's almost ELDER ABUSE. Joe Biden released a documentary-style trailer for his memoir, "Promise Me, America". He was bumbling so bad, they even had to include subtitles. Did autopen write it, and why are they making it seem like he was more important than he actually was? Also on the show: a man got trapped inside a port-a-potty, JB Smiley says he isn't being investigated despite reports, Charlotte Bergmann is accusing Brent Taylor of being a homosexual, and the World Cup Final REVEALED. 

Explosive diarrhea is spreading! Think your salad is a healthy choice? We dig into America’s worst-ever outbreak of a sticky, explosive parasite that is turning bagged lettuce into a bioweapon. Cyclospora is a microscopic, sticky parasite that hitches a ride on fresh produce to cause weeks of severe, explosive food poisoning. Also on the show: the worst last names that correspond with a specific job, Chuck Schumer might have the parasite after farting a Senate floor speech; daylight savings time might be coming to an end, and we play Impossible Trivia. 

Despite being a top 10 fastest growing state, CNBC has revealed Tennessee as the WORST state to live in. CNBC's specific study gave the state an "F" grade for livability after measuring factors like public safety, healthcare, and state laws. Are they way off the mark, or do you actually agree when it comes to quality of life? Also on the show: Steve Mulroy caught a lot of heat regarding his op-ed on "police being trained to kill", Lindsey Graham and Sam Neill passed away over the weekend, Tunica's Sam's Town was demolished, and Jake explains how he almost kind of killed his dog, sorta. 

An act of God. After a tree fell and destroyed everything inside, a family has nowhere else to live, and it's become dicey after the landlord has refused to set them up somewhere and help them out. Is it his responsibility or not? Jake gives his take as a fellow landlorder himself and we discuss how much our first rent costed. Also on the show: WVNN's Dale Jackson joined the show to talk about the latest silly and political headlines, hoes be stealin' fake hair, it's tax-free weekend in Mississippi as the school season approaches soon, and we listen to today's Maxterpiece Theater. 

Following an array of controversies, including a woman accusing him of sexual assault, Democrat Graham Platner has suspended his campaign for US Senate in Maine. In a video, Platner claimed that Democrats' threats to stop funding his campaign were the reason behind his decision rather than an admission of guilt. Also on the show: a San Francisco restaurant owner is fining parents that have wild kids, Mitch McConnell is still alive, an attempted post office thief targeted Germantown, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joined the show to chime in on Graham Platner's dead campaign.

According to State Comptroller Jason Mumpower, the MSCS audit details over $119 million in fraud, waste, and abuse. “The findings in this report represent some of the worst organizational management we have ever seen anywhere in government." Will there be any actual repercussions, or will this be swept under the rug? Also on the show: Iran (SHOCKINGLY) broke their ceasefire and people are calling for total annihilation, John Rose is campaigning for Governor like his life depends on it, and a Chattanooga train conductor got fired for what some say are xenophobic statements.

Maybe talk radio isn't the path for Jake, maybe it's been a Spanish soccer announcer this entire time. We break down Argentina coming back 0-2 against Egypt, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announcing one of her upcoming stops: The Bluff City. Early POTUS campaign in Memphis? Also on the show: Graham Platner is the most unsurprising bad dude probably ever and one woman has come forth with a serious accusation, a kid in California is super chill after just losing his right hand in a firework accident, and Impossible Trivia Tuesday. 

The Nation of Jake has been on Newstalk 98.9 for 5 YEARS! We celebrate by going back in time and reminiscing on the good times with Bud the Producer and Rivera. But what's a good NOJ show without some big Trump news? Trump reversed a red card call from FIFA heading into USA v Belgium and now it's not a sports story, it's political. Also on the show: Graham Platner is done and Jake explains why, a man was shot and killed on Beale Street after two National Guard troops chased him down after he fired shots, and we talk to Mike Conti from Atlanta to break down the Trump red card drama. 

Why is Country Road by John Denver the go-to patriotic song after Team USA wins in the World Cup? Surely there are better songs, and what is the best way to celebrate July 4? This is the Independence Day Not-So Spectacular! Also on show: people are destroying Stephen A. Smith for racism after going after white NBA players, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins the show to talk about the latest political headlines.  

The world's most famous German (not the World War 2 one), Freddie, has deactivated his account after Germany was eliminated from the World Cup and there are some conspiracies and facts revealed about his tenure in the United States. Was this all a misunderstanding, or was he misleading us on purpose the whole time? Also on the show: Ben Crump reveals the independent autopsy results of one-year-old Kohen Wiley, a couple climbed the Empire State Building undetected, a MSCS takeover restraining order halting the oversight board, and Stephen A. Smith is anti-white NBA players apparently. 

Citizenship Birth is the big story today, The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold birthright citizenship, officially striking down an executive order by President Donald Trump that tried to end it. Was his idea a bad one or a logical one? Also on the show: we make fun of Rivera for wearing a hoodie in the summer, the American 250 Limited Edition Quarters, Ja Morant is still making headlines after his trade, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia on Tuesday. 

Unlike Brits that are discovering how incredible air conditioning is in the US, many Brits overseas are still advocating for the A/C to be illegal. Stateside, an insane NBC article declares the American flag is a red flag. "The American flag: To some, it’s Old Glory. To others, it’s a MAGA hat on a stick." Also on the show: JA MORANT WAS TRADED MID-SHOW TO PORTLAND, should Cam Boozer take his number? We also come up with ideas for the IKEA lot space, and Bill Mahr says if the left becomes even more socialist, he might reconsider his vote. 

Yes, we have plenty of news to cover BUT - Stallone has caught some heat from Seth Rogan about only having less than 5 good movies in his belt buckle. Jake believes Seth Rogan doesn't come close to Stallone's level, and Josh doesn't have Stallone in the Mount Rushmore of all-time action stars. Also on the show: Time blindness is blamed on white people and racism, Egypt and Iran are ironically playing in the "Pride Match" of the World Cup, WVNN host Dale Jackson joins the show to talk the biggest headlines, and today's Maxterpiece Theater. 

A federal court document disclosed an alleged vandalism event at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool including the use of a "sharp knife or razor" to cut caulk. Even though the reflecting pool was constructed more than a century ago, why is it so significant now? We reveal why it's dealing with all the issues, Trump included. Also on the show:  Otis Sanford has a confusing piece on Tami Sawyer's corruption case, Caitlyn Clark continues to be beaten on WNBA courts for being a white savior, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins the show to talk about Iran and why kids want socialism. 

Southaven could be the best option for the Redbirds' migration OUT of Autozone Park. Despite the approved $5 million for upgrades at the stadium, the Redbirds could be in a better situation across the Mississippi border that doesn't involve the headaches of the Memphis City Council.  Also on the show: Rivera gives us a recap of the Grizzlies' picks from the NBA Draft and tonight's second round, James Talerico says he is a "Christian that hates Christians", and John Fetterman rips Larry David for saying he was ashamed to be an American over UFC event at the White House. 

Since new A.I. monitoring systems and fencing were recently placed at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, it appears that President Trump is attempting to apprehend those bothersome pool vandals with some fancy new technology. Catch those pool poopers! Also on the show: Joy Reid speaks on behalf of all black people against Independence Day, we reveal the best Amazon Prime Day deals, Josh gives us an NBA Draft breakdown for the Grizzlies, and we play two round of Impossible Trivia!

What if we told you a year ago that being pro-Algae would be a political statement in 2026? The famous Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool recently turned green due to enormous algae blooms after a contentious $14.6 million "American flag blue" resurfacing project and The View's Whoopi Goldberg is saying Trump STAGED IT! Also on the show: a victim's family is OUTRAGED as man charged with fatal stabbing of Memphis chef receives 6-Year prison sentence, we reveal the TN county with the most perverts, and Jake actually agrees with attorney Ben Crump on a second autopsy for 1-year-old Kohen Wiley. 

No show on Friday on account of Juneteenth, which means today we celebrate with Tami Sawyer's salary reveal, receipts, and Sawyer apologists! How can you make way over six figures and still (allegedly) spend tens of thousands on food, alcohol, and entertainment? Spend your OWN. Also on the show: Two guest appearances! Syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins to talk about the Iran deal, WVNN host Dale Jackson joins to talk about the latest Memphis news, and we play the 6 Degrees of Kevin Bacon since this is the ThursFriDay show. 

JUST IN: The Memphis Restaurant Association is calling for federal charges to be dropped against General Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer to be dropped. They cannot afford to lose the business! We got RECEIPTS showing how ridiculous Sawyer's REGULAR expenses really were. How far does this corruption go? Also on the show: people hate the Iran deal cause Trump, a Mississippi officer who shot & killed one-year-old Kohen Wiley is now on administrative leave after protests at Walmart, Rep. David Kustoff joined the show to talk about redistricting, and we reveal Rivera's preferred way to eat steak and it's controversial. 

Unsurprisingly, Vice President JD Vance was in hostile territory during his appearance on The View today. Whoopi Goldberg and Ana Navarro didn't hold back but Vance stood his ground and made for a pretty textbook example on how to carry yourself in the hot seat. We react to all the clips. Also on the show: Europeans and Japanese people experiencing the USA for the first on social media have been the best thing this month, MLB takes a stance against players taking a stand against Pride Month, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia Tuesday. 

Shelby Co. General Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer allegedly embezzled and deliberately transferred $44,607.35 in public funds to her personal use, according to a bombshell indictment. According to the indictment, Sawyer used procurement cards to pay for a variety of personal expenses for herself and others, such as food, drink, ETC. We break down and react to this insane story. Also on the show: People are calling the UFC event at the White House a disgrace to the founding fathers, the UK has banned social media for kids under 16,and the New York Knicks win their first championship in 53 years making Rivera a multi-trillionaire. 

HISTORY MADE. Elon Musk is the world's first trillionaire and the usual suspects have come out to demonize. According to Forbes, Musk's total net worth surged to roughly $1.1 to $1.26 trillion on paper after SpaceX went public, completing the largest initial public offering (IPO) in stock market history. Is he evil for it? Elizabeth Warren thinks so.  Also on the show: we brainstorm better Minor League nicknames instead of the Redbirds, Jake and Josh come up with a trillion-dollar bet for Game 5 of the NBA Finals, WVNN host Dale Jackson joins to talk about minor league baseball in Memphis, and Ron Hart joins to talk Elon's trillions. 

The Memphis Redbirds sent out a press release addressing the recent statements made by Councilman Chase Carlisle about Memphis moving on from the Redbirds. “The world has changed…people are playing pickleball. They’re not going to baseball games. They are sure as heck not going to minor league games.” Are the Redbirds in the right? Also on the show: New York might be gone if the Knicks win the Finals after the legendary Game 4,  Jake almost agrees with Jemelle Hill on Karmelo Anthony, and Mexico wins the first World Cup game against South Africa. 

Jasmine Crockett seriously questioned whether the small size of the knife used in the Austin Metcalf murder should be considered a "deadly weapon" in a legal sense. She suggested that the small size of the knife might have led Karmelo Anthony to underestimate its lethal potential... a blade mind you. Also on the show: LeBron James has moved on from targeting Memphis and now dissing San Antonio,  Tracy Morgan says he doesn't like teachers because they are forever limited by their careers, and the Memphis City Council debates future of Redbirds and AutoZone Park

Karmelo Anthony was found GUILTY and it once again feels like there are two versions of America from the divide. People are inciting fights, and there is rumors of a potential race war from one verdict that could mean a life sentence. And that's just the chaos in Texas, not the bedlam in New York City from the Knicks loss. Also on the show: Stephen A. Smith calls out Trump as the reason the Knicks lost, Trump calls SAS dumb basically, multiple clips are surfacing of upset Karmelo Anthony supporters, and we play two rounds of Impossible Trivia Tuesday. 

Politics is taking over the sports world, and Stephen A. Smith isn't having it. Many are outraged that Trump will be at Game 3 of the NBA Finals in Madison Square Garden, who knew Whoopi Goldberg would be the voice of reason? Trump is notorious for going to games, how is this the biggest story from the Finals? Also on the show: The Blue Monkey is the latest of a long list of closed/closing Memphis restaurants and Jake is heartbroken, Scott Pelley cries during an interview after being fired from 60 Minutes, and Trump has a fiery moment during an interview with Kristen Welker. 

Ever hear of "dead bread?" Probably best you didn't know its secret ingredient!  Trump's renovations of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool are SO good even Libs can't find anything to argue about? Could lawsuits spell RIP for Ardent Studios on Madison?  Also, sharing is in fact NOT caring, why? Just ask Jake's kids! 

Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate, was described by three women who dated him as emotionally and physically violent. Platner often threatened to "rape" anybody who broke into his apartment to demonstrate his dominance, according to what his ex-girlfriend told the New York Times. Not sexual, not homosexual, just a show a force. Also on the show: Three Memphis City Council members have crafted a funding resolution to repair the Mud Island Amphitheater, Producer Rivera breaks down the 2026 NBA Finals, Trump plans on making it to Game 3 in NYC, and syndicated columnist Ron Hart joins to talk about Spencer Pratt. 

Producer Rivera was stunned to learn Scott Bessent is gay, which sparked a whole can of worms conversation. In more important news, the UofM revealed they will be increasing tuition prices again, further pushing future students towards a future in the trades and not overpriced diplomas.  Also on the show, Jake lists the only 4 correct ingredients for chicken salad, Trump hints they may keep around the UFC arena in DC like the Eiffel Tower, Joe Biden has another Biden moment, and Commissioner Mick Wright joins to talk about Wanda Halbert. 

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that the war against Iran is "over", stating that the U.S. combat operation—previously known as Operation Epic Fury—has concluded. "There is no Iranian navy. It lies at the bottom of the ocean. And we'll assume, within a number of years, be prime fishing spots because they'll turn into reefs." What a quote. Also on the show: the most talented bird-caller kid this side of the Mississippi, Dr. Jill Biden goes back and forth on The View on if she is indeed a doctor or not, the battle of LA is underway as the mayoral candidates hope to advance past the primaries, and Impossible Trivia Tuesday!

County Clerk Wanda Halbert is suing the Election Commission to contest the results of a May 5 primary election that showed her losing the Criminal Court Clerk's race by 126 votes. Could this be the beginning of the end of Wanda Halbert, and how would she fare in the corporate world? Little different than the political world.  Also on the show: the Memphis Safe Task Force revealed their gang-banger arrest results, James Talerico's girlfriend is not only real but also a vegan, Joy Reid denounces her NY Giants fan card,  and Trump's America 250 Celebration is not going planned and he is looking to pivot for the worst.