Why Kids Are Spiraling, Markets Are Crashing & Adults Won’t Step Up | The Karel Show 26-7 Something is breaking — socially, politically, and economically — and today’s episode connects the dots. In Las Vegas, a man is suing the families of seven teens after a violent park attack. It’s not an isolated incident. I’ve been attacked twice by kids on e-bikes myself. Across the country, young people are acting out with little consequence, little guidance, and little accountability — often raised by overwhelmed adults who were never prepared to raise anyone at all. We also look at Brooklyn Beckham going public in a way that reflects a much larger generational unraveling — and ask what happens when kids are raised by kids in a culture with no guardrails. Meanwhile, Donald Trump tanked the markets, threatened Greenland (yes, again), and sparked renewed calls — including from a sitting Senator — to invoke the 25th Amendment. Congress, as usual, does nothing. As conditions escalate rapidly, the question isn’t if this gets worse — it’s who will finally act. We also break down: • Peet’s Coffee closing Bay Area locations • Starbucks downsizing nationwide • Whether the era of $10 coffee is finally ending • And yes — a determined coyote trying to reach Alcatraz 🐺 (so naturally, we bake him treats) The Karel Show is live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST, streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Spreaker, and more — and simulcast on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. If you value independent commentary, support the show at patreon.com/reallykarel — and please like, subscribe, and share. Broadcasting from Las Vegas with my service dog Ember 🐾 #TheKarelShow, #CurrentEvents, #YouthViolence, #ParentingCrisis, #SocialBreakdown, #TrumpNews, #StockMarketCrash, #PoliticsToday, #CongressFailure, #GenZ, #MillennialParents, #EconomicShift, #CoffeeIndustry, #LasVegasNews, #CultureCommentary, #IndependentMedia, #PoliticalPodcast, #NewsAnalysis, #CoyoteStory, #Ember https://youtube.com/live/SlpjELft27o

The Unraveling of a Presidency | The Karel Show 26-05 The signs are no longer subtle — the Trump presidency is coming apart, fast. Across the globe, Europe prepares economic countermeasures as it becomes clear that intimidation no longer works. NATO moves to defend Greenland, responding to unprecedented threats and destabilization. At home, Minneapolis refuses to back down in the face of aggressive ICE tactics, while approval ratings sink to historic lows. The bluster is fading. The consequences are real. What’s emerging is a dangerous truth: a would-be authoritarian pushing boundaries — and a world that is finally pushing back. So where is Congress? When does the legislative branch step up and prove it is not afraid to do its job? In the second half of the show, Karel looks inward — at a country that increasingly rejects education, culture, art, reading, and empathy, and instead celebrates ignorance and cruelty. How did America lose its sense of class, curiosity, and shared values — and can it be reclaimed? The Karel Show delivers unfiltered, thoughtful commentary on politics, culture, and modern life — without the shouting. 💙 Support the show: patreon.com/reallykarel ▶️ Watch, like & subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarel 🎙️ Streaming on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Spreaker 📅 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PT 📱 Also on TikTok & Instagram Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, broadcasting from Las Vegas — always with his service girl Ember by his side. #TheKarelShow, #TrumpPresidency, #GlobalPolitics, #NATO, #EuropeNews, #TradeWars, #ICE, #AmericanDemocracy, #Authoritarianism, #Congress, #PoliticalCommentary, #CurrentEvents, #USPolitics, #CulturalDecline, #MediaCriticism, #ProgressiveVoices, #PodcastYouTube, #LasVegasMedia, #RealTalk, #NoOutrageBait https://youtube.com/live/3jHHmT4rO5o

What Do We Still Love? A Needed Reset in a Chaotic America | Karel Cast 26-02 Every day seems to begin with another headline designed to exhaust us. As Donald Trump’s ongoing assault on American norms continues to dominate the news cycle, it’s easy to wake up angry, anxious, or defeated. But today’s episode asks a different — and necessary — question: What do we still love? What moments in your day bring warmth, comfort, or joy? Is it your dog? Cooking a favorite meal? Sharing food? Small rituals that remind you who you are? In this episode, Karel explores why remembering what we love is an act of resistance — and why grounding ourselves in simple joys may be essential for surviving this political moment. Plus: What do Germany, Turkey, Italy, Brazil, and Mexico all have in common? The answer may surprise you — and reveal something important about culture, food, and national identity. The Karel Cast delivers smart, unfiltered conversation on current events, culture, and modern life — without the shouting. 💙 Support the show: patreon.com/reallykarel ▶️ Watch, like & subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarel The Karel Cast streams on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Spreaker. 📅 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PT 📱 Also on TikTok & Instagram Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, broadcasting from Las Vegas — always with his service girl Ember nearby. #KarelCast, #CurrentEvents, #PoliticalCommentary, #TrumpAmerica, #FindingJoy, #MentalHealth, #EverydayJoy, #DogsOfYouTube, #VeganLife, #FoodCulture, #GlobalCulture, #NewsPodcast, #ProgressiveVoices, #LGBTQVoices, #MediaCommentary, #PodcastYouTube, #LasVegasMedia, #Resilience, #CultureTalk, #DailyPodcast https://youtube.com/live/oXggQdlmK9g

2026: The Year to Reset — Taking Back Our Lives, Not Just Our Politics | The Karel Show They say insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. For many Americans, the past several years have felt exactly like that. Donald Trump has made daily life exhausting for anyone who isn’t MAGA. Every day brings a new outrage. Every day he takes up more space in our heads. Every day the dark cloud he creates seeps into our lives, our relationships, and our sense of self. But here’s the truth: you can fly above those clouds. And above them, there is still sunlight. I’ve lived under that cloud for nearly a decade — watching a country spin out of control — and I’ve become someone I no longer want to be. Angry. Reactive. Consumed. Like Peter Finch’s character in Network, mad as hell and not willing to take it anymore. But rage alone doesn’t win. Purpose does. It’s time to be more like Stephen Colbert or Jimmy Kimmel — fully aware of what’s happening, but refusing to let anger hollow us out. It’s time for America to hit the hard reset. We can still take our country back — through elections, protests, Congress, and the courts. And if that fight fails, we face that reality when it comes. But we don’t live every day in fury while we wait. Yes, the economy is hurting people. Food prices are soaring. Violence fills the headlines. None of that is imaginary. But if we let Trump take our joy, our compassion, our humanity — then he wins something far bigger than an election. That ends now. For me. And maybe for you, too. The Karel Show is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel The show streams on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, and more — Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PT, and on TikTok and Instagram. Broadcasting from Las Vegas with my service girl Ember — this is The Karel Show. #2026, #ResetAmerica, #TheKarelShow, #USPolitics, #Trump, #MAGA, #PoliticalCommentary, #Democracy, #MentalHealth, #CultureShift, #CurrentEvents, #Election2026, #PoliticalReflection, #America, #MediaCriticism, #LiveYourBestLife, #PurposeOverRage, #NewsCommentary, #LasVegas, #Podcast https://youtube.com/live/c1OtZlTskB8

ICE Kills an American—Will Anyone Be Held Accountable? | The Karel Cast The headline no one wanted to read: an American woman is shot and killed by ICE while driving away. Authorities immediately claimed she was attacking agents. She wasn’t. She was fleeing. That’s not enforcement—that’s murder. The lies came fast. The accountability? Nowhere to be found. Will the United States do anything about it—or has the bar fallen so low that state violence against civilians is just another news cycle? And Donald Trump’s response says everything about who he is, what he stands for, and how little human life seems to matter to him now. Also on today’s show: • SAG Awards nominations are out—are these really the best films of the year, or just the same insiders rewarding each other again? • I reveal who I voted for—and why the so-called front-runner doesn’t deserve to be in the race at all • A brawl breaks out at Disney over line cutting—why are people so angry, so tense, and so ready to explode over something so small? This isn’t outrage for clicks. It’s a reckoning—with power, culture, and a country losing its moral compass. The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel The show streams on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, and more—Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PT, and on TikTok and Instagram. Broadcasting from Las Vegas with my service girl Ember—this is The Karel Cast. #ICE, #Immigration, #PoliceViolence, #GovernmentAccountability, #CivilRights, #Trump, #USPolitics, #BreakingNews, #TheKarelCast, #PoliticalCommentary, #Justice, #HumanRights, #SAGAwards, #Hollywood, #FilmAwards, #Disney, #SocialBreakdown, #AmericanPolitics, #CurrentEvents, #NewsAnalysis https://youtube.com/live/MSqyaqi61BA

What Is Left to Say About America? Politics, Pizza, Prices & a Country at a Breaking Point | The Karel Cast Every day, I—and countless other hosts—go on air to talk about the state of America. And lately, it feels like the same grim message on repeat: Trump must go. Democracy is strained. The country is slipping. So the real question becomes: what is left to say? Has the era of a and warnings passed? If there’s no action—no accountability—are we just talking into the void? Is it time to stop pretending commentary alone can save a nation? Impeachment talk is growing again, but will leaders ever do what’s best for the country instead of protecting their party and their power? Also in today’s show: • Americans are falling out of love with pizza—sales are down, prices are up • A San Francisco pizza parlor battles DoorDash as a $30 order becomes $50—who can even afford convenience anymore? • A brawl breaks out on the Indiana Jones ride—isolated incident, or another sign we’re becoming something darker? This isn’t outrage for clicks. It’s a reckoning—with politics, culture, and ourselves. The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel The show streams on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, and more—Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PT, and on TikTok and Instagram. Broadcasting from Las Vegas with my service girl Ember—this is The Karel Cast. #America, #USPolitics, #Democracy, #Trump, #PoliticalCommentary, #TheKarelCast, #CurrentEvents, #Impeachment, #PoliticalAnalysis, #CostOfLiving, #Inflation, #PizzaPrices, #DoorDash, #ConsumerCosts, #SocialDecline, #CultureShift, #NewsCommentary, #AmericaToday, #LasVegas, #Podcast https://youtube.com/live/Ztn3FeGcjH0

The Madness of King Trump: NATO, Venezuela, Greenland & a Nation on the Brink | The Karel Cast Is this still politics—or has it crossed into something far more dangerous? Venezuela’s president claims he was kidnapped while insisting he remains in power. Colombia is on high alert, warning it will fight back if provoked. Denmark issues a chilling warning: if Donald Trump makes a move on Greenland, NATO itself could collapse. This isn’t exaggeration anymore. This is the Madness of King Trump. If Congress fails to act, the consequences could be irreversible—not just for democracy, but for whether the United States even survives another 250 years. The warning signs are flashing everywhere. Plus: • A fatal mountain lion attack near a national park after months of “menacing” behavior—and why I’m unapologetically on Team Lion • A heartbreaking story of a mother who lost her son after he followed advice from a chatbot—why blind faith in AI is dangerous Sharp analysis. Uncomfortable truths. No sugarcoating. The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel The show streams on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker, and more—Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PT, and on TikTok and Instagram. Broadcasting from Las Vegas with my service girl Ember—this is The Karel Cast. #Trump, #KingTrump, #PoliticalCrisis, #WorldNews, #NATO, #Greenland, #Venezuela, #Colombia, #USPolitics, #DemocracyInDanger, #Authoritarianism, #GlobalConflict, #PoliticalCommentary, #TheKarelCast, #NewsAnalysis, #AIethics, #ChatGPT, #MountainLion, #NationalParks, #CurrentEvents

An Unhinged President Crosses a Red Line: Is America Now at War? | The Karel Cast An out-of-control President has crossed an unthinkable line — invading a sovereign nation, detaining its President and First Lady, and declaring the United States will “run the country” indefinitely. That isn’t diplomacy. It’s an undeclared act of war, a violation of U.S. and international law, and a chilling step toward modern-day colonization. Even more disturbing? Congress is largely silent, slow-walking its response while one man accumulates extraordinary power. How does this end? Who finally steps up to challenge it? Plus — the devastating Swiss fire tragedy. As investigators search for causes and accountability, Karel asks an uncomfortable but necessary question after watching the footage: Why didn’t they run? Is it shock, youth, denial — or something deeper about how we respond to danger? Also in this episode: • A sharp pet-peeve illustration • Leo questions whether Americans still have the stomach for one long-standing national tradition This is urgent, unsettling, and essential conversation. The Karel Cast is supported by viewers like you at patreon.com/reallykarel 👉 Watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 📡 Available on all major platforms — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker 🕥 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PST 📱 Also streaming on TikTok and Instagram Broadcasting from Las Vegas, Karel brings decades of experience, fearless commentary, and clarity — joined, as always, by his service dog Ember. #KarelCast, #USPolitics, #BreakingNews, #PresidentialPower, #ActOfWar, #InternationalLaw, #CongressFailure, #WorldNews, #PoliticalCommentary, #Authoritarianism, #SwissFire, #GlobalCrisis, #NewsAnalysis, #CurrentEvents, #DemocracyUnderThreat, #PoliticalPodcast, #ProgressiveMedia, #IndependentMedia, #LasVegasBroadcaster, #EmberDoes_Vegas https://youtube.com/live/U6Q0h-I9VH4

Happy New Year! Cooking Healthy, LGBTQ Headlines, and Hope for 2026 Happy New Year! On the first show of the year, we’re starting exactly where so many of us want to be: healthier, grounded, and informed. I’ll show you how to make an easy, delicious lentil pasta dish that’s packed with protein, full of flavor, and simple enough for anyone to cook—perfect for easing into better habits without guilt or extremes. Then Scott Jacobson joins me for This Gay Week, breaking down the LGBTQ stories that are already shaping the start of the new year—from politics to culture to what our community should be watching closely right now. And of course, we’ll take a moment to reflect on what we hope this new year can bring: more health, more honesty, more joy, and more room to just breathe. 📌 The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel 👍 Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker, and more. 📺 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PT, with clips on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, reporting from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember. #HappyNewYear, #NewYearShow, #HealthyCooking, #LentilPasta, #PlantBasedEating, #EasyRecipes, #HealthyHabits, #LGBTQNews, #ThisGayWeek, #QueerVoices, #ProgressiveMedia, #NewsPodcast, #KarelCast, #PodcastClips, #LasVegas, #NewYearReflection, #WellnessJourney, #FoodAndTalk, #LGBTQCommunity, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/Q1JtTF6GUh4

Goodbye 2025: The Year That Changed Everything As 2025 comes to a close, it’s time to pause—and take one last, honest look at a year that often felt overwhelming. The first year of Trump’s return to power reshaped politics almost daily, while breakthroughs and breakdowns across science, health, entertainment, and pop culture competed for our attention nonstop. Some stories inspired hope. Others shocked, exhausted, or divided us. And many lived somewhere in the uncomfortable middle. This episode of The Karel Cast puts 2025 into a time capsule—connecting the dots between the moments that defined the year and asking what they mean as we step into the future. If you felt like 2025 was a lot… you weren’t wrong. Let’s talk about the year that was. 📌 The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel 👍 Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker, and more. 📺 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PT, with clips on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, reporting from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember. #Goodbye2025, #YearInReview, #2025Recap, #Politics2025, #TrumpEra, #PopCulture2025, #ScienceNews, #EntertainmentNews, #CurrentEvents, #MediaAnalysis, #ProgressiveMedia, #NewsPodcast, #KarelCast, #LGBTQVoices, #EndOfYearReflection, #LookingAhead, #LasVegas, #PodcastClips, #CulturalMoment, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/76i0vSN39JY

Erik Dane on ALS, Disability Visibility, and Refusing to Give Up Erik Dane—forever remembered by many as “McSteamy” from Grey’s Anatomy—has lived much of his career in the spotlight. From blockbuster films to hit television shows, and more recently capturing a new generation on Euphoria, his career has continued to evolve. But in April 2025, at the height of renewed success, Dane was diagnosed with ALS—a devastating disease with no cure. Now using a wheelchair, Erik Dane is still acting, still creating, and still showing up. He recently appeared on Brilliant Minds and participated in a powerful media panel discussing the role, disability visibility, and what it means to continue working in an industry that rarely makes space for visible illness. We bring you that panel—and the conversation it sparked. As we look ahead to the new year, Erik Dane’s story is a profound reminder of two essential truths: nothing matters more than your health, and even when your body isn’t cooperating, your dreams don’t have to end. 📌 The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel 👍 Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker, and more. 📺 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PT, with clips on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, reporting from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember. #ErikDane, #ALS, #DisabilityVisibility, #GreysAnatomy, #McSteamy, #Euphoria, #HollywoodNews, #HealthAwareness, #ChronicIllness, #DisabilityRights, #Inspiration, #NeverGiveUp, #EntertainmentNews, #KarelCast, #LGBTQVoices, #PodcastClips, #LasVegas, #CurrentEvents, #MentalHealth, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/RNxrJZohY8E

Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail, SF Takes on Junk Food, and This Gay Week It’s New Year’s resolution season—but what if making resolutions is actually setting yourself up to fail? As millions promise dramatic life changes, we take a hard look at why New Year’s resolutions often backfire, fuel shame, and create unrealistic expectations instead of real growth. Plus, San Francisco is taking an aggressive stand against junk food, filing lawsuits aimed at companies that profit from unhealthy products. Is this smart public health policy—or government overreach into what we eat? And Scott Jacobson joins me for This Gay Week, breaking down the latest LGBTQ news, culture, and political developments you need to know as we head into the new year. 📌 The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel 👍 Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker, and more. 📺 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PT, with clips on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, reporting from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember. #NewYearsResolutions, #MentalHealth, #HealthyLiving, #NewYearMindset, #SelfImprovement, #WellnessCulture, #FoodPolitics, #JunkFood, #SanFrancisco, #PublicHealth, #LGBTQNews, #ThisGayWeek, #ProgressiveMedia, #KarelCast, #NewsPodcast, #EndOfYearReflection, #LasVegas, #CurrentEvents, #LGBTQVoices, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/UlwnHzE2WL8

It’s Christmas — Let’s Dance! 🎄💃 | Karel Cast No politics. No heavy headlines. No big debates. It’s Christmas Day — a day for joy, memories, music, and movement. And today on The Karel Cast, we’re doing exactly that: dancing through decades of stories, songs, and survival. I’ve been making music professionally since the late 1980s, and on this special Christmas episode, I’m sharing the stories behind the songs — and playing some of the music videos I’ve created over the years, including: 🎶 “Everybody Get On Up” — big hair, fake music, real dancing, and one unforgettable outfit straight from the hood. 🎶 My first “big” record with Jellybean Benitez — how we met, where it was recorded, and why we ended up in the desert… in a trailer… with 200 pieces of fried chicken. 🎶 “Don’t Stop” — my first Sylvester cover, featuring Thea Austin and Jeanie Tracy (who sang on the original), plus incredible studio stories. 🎶 “Stronger Together” — written after Michelle Obama’s “when they go low…” moment, and how Daniel, Thea, Morgan, and I came together in my TuffStudio. 🎶 “Married Men” — why that song had to be written. 🎶 “We’re Not Going Back” — an anthem that hit Top 4 in the UK. 🎶 “Do You Wanna Funk” — another Sylvester classic with a very unique backstory. This episode is about music as memory, movement as survival, and dancing because we’re still here. It’s Christmas. Let’s dance. 🕺✨ The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast is heard on all major platforms from Apple Music to iHeart, Spotify to Spreaker. Live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, and also streaming on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster, songwriter, and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember. #ItsChristmasLetsDance, #ChristmasDayPodcast, #DanceMusicHistory, #KarelCast, #HolidayMusicSpecial, #ClassicDanceMusic, #SylvesterTribute, #LGBTQMusicHistory, #ChristmasVibes, #MusicStorytelling, #HouseMusicRoots, #QueerJoy, #HolidayJoy, #DanceBecause, #MusicMemories, #LasVegasCreator, #ChristmasPodcast, #EmberTheServiceDog, #UKDanceCharts, #MusicAsSurvival https://youtube.com/live/o2KdTIQHTlU

The True Meaning of Christmas (It’s Not What You Think) | Karel Cast Every year we decorate the tree, exchange gifts, sing the songs, and gather with loved ones — but do we ever stop to ask why we do any of it? On this Christmas Eve episode of The Karel Cast, we take a deeper look at the true meaning of Christmas: where the traditions came from, what they were meant to symbolize, and how the holiday has evolved into what it is today. We’ll also talk honestly about why Christmas can feel magical for some — and painfully lonely or depressing for others. From nostalgia and loss to hope and connection, this is a reflective, thoughtful conversation about what this night really represents in our modern world. Whether Christmas fills you with joy, sadness, or a mix of both, this episode is for you. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast is heard on all major streaming platforms — from Apple Music to iHeartRadio, Spotify to Spreaker. Live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, and streaming on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer broadcasting from Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember.

These Food & Climate Numbers Will Shock You | Karel Cast 25-167 What would it actually take for your state to be food-self-sufficient? How much food — and especially meat — would the United States have to produce just to feed itself? The answers are staggering, and they reveal why climate change, agriculture, and what we eat are deeply connected — whether we want to admit it or not. These numbers don’t just challenge our assumptions, they expose how fragile the food system really is. So yes, eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season — but understand this: you are not alone, and the choices we make collectively matter more than ever. Plus, let’s talk about the emotional side of the holidays. They can be joyful… but also stressful. What holiday pet peeves drive you crazy? Crowds? Family drama? Travel chaos? Odds are, we share more than a few. And to balance it out: what are the things worth loving this season? The moments, the people, the small joys that make it all worthwhile. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel. Catch The Karel Cast Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on Apple Music, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram. #KarelCast, #FoodSecurity, #ClimateChange, #SustainableFood, #MeatConsumption, #ClimateCrisis, #FoodSystem, #HolidaySeason, #HolidayStress, #HolidayPetPeeves, #FoodProduction, #EnvironmentalImpact, #DietAndClimate, #USFoodSupply, #PopCultureTalk, #ProgressiveVoices, #SocialIssues, #NewsCommentary, #LGBTQCreators, #LasVegasCreator https://youtube.com/live/gB4ZdO9dlkE

Airlines vs. Bigger Bodies: Should Fat Travelers Pay More? | Karel Cast  Holiday travel is here — and Southwest Airlines is back in the spotlight for its “customer of size” policy. If you’re considered too large for a single seat, they require you to buy two. Sure, you might get a refund later… but will you? And is this policy fair? Let’s be honest: airplane seats are shrinking while Americans are getting larger. Should heavier passengers be financially penalized — or should airlines be held accountable for designing seats that barely fit anyone? And what does this say about how society treats bigger bodies? Plus: As we wrap up the year, Karel dives into the best movies, best music, and standout cultural moments of 2024 — the hits, the surprises, and what’s absolutely worth your time this holiday break. And finally: What would your perfect Christmas gift be this year? Let’s talk joy, wishes, and what really matters as we close out the year. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel. Stream The Karel Cast Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on Apple Music, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram. #KarelCast, #HolidayTravel, #AirlinePolicies, #SouthwestAirlines, #BodyPositivity, #FatShaming, #TravelNews, #AirlineSeats, #AviationIssues, #HolidaySeason2024, #MovieRecommendations, #BestMusic2024, #PopCultureNews, #Christmas2024, #GiftIdeas2024, #NewsCommentary, #ProgressiveTalk, #SocialIssues, #LGBTQVoices, #LasVegasCreator https://youtube.com/live/cJnWWycOc_I

Trump’s Oval Office Meltdown, Bongino Exits FBI, and UnitedHealth’s Deadly Denials Last night’s Oval Office address from Donald Trump was meant to reassure the nation—but instead became an awkward, rambling spectacle that many are calling an international embarrassment. Trump insisted the economy is “fine,” listed supposed accomplishments, and brushed off serious problems as minor issues he alone can fix. The result was painful to watch—and deeply revealing. Was it incompetence, denial, or something else entirely? And does it explain why Dan Bongino abruptly stepped down as FBI Deputy Director? Plus, a major reckoning for UnitedHealthcare. After years of denying and delaying critical care, the company now faces wrongful death lawsuits following the deaths of three nursing home residents who were blocked from emergency hospital treatment. Is accountability finally coming—and how many more cases are waiting in the shadows? 📌 The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel 👍 Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 🎧 The Karel Cast is available on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartMedia, and Spreaker. 📺 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PT, with clips on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, reporting from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember. #TrumpSpeech, #OvalOffice, #PoliticalCommentary, #TrumpNews, #BreakingPolitics, #Bongino, #FBI, #UnitedHealthcare, #HealthcareCrisis, #CorporateAccountability, #WrongfulDeath, #NewsPodcast, #ProgressiveMedia, #KarelCast, #LGBTQVoices, #LasVegas, #CurrentEvents, #USPolitics, #MediaCriticism, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/o7xxbwu-RIQ

RFK Jr., Junk Science, and the Dangerous War on Public Health | Karel Cast A headline from The Hill claims “the war on saturated fat was never based on good science.” That claim is false — and dangerous. Decades of peer-reviewed research link high saturated fat intake to heart disease and serious health outcomes. Yet RFK Jr. is pushing this narrative anyway. Since entering office, RFK Jr. has systematically dismantled public-health safeguards — from vaccines to nutrition policy — gutting the CDC and undermining trust in science. So the real question becomes: why is he willing to gamble with Americans’ lives? On today’s episode of The Karel Cast, we break down how misinformation around food and health becomes policy — and who pays the price. Plus: how much does each state actually contribute to the U.S. GDP? The numbers are shocking, and they completely undercut MAGA talking points about “who carries the country.” And finally: Hollywood’s “woke” reputation vs. reality. Over 90% of what Americans watch is created by white people, with nearly 80% by white men. Is this just demographics — or a full-scale regression to old power structures? This episode connects health, economics, media, and power — and why all of it matters right now. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PST on Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember. #KarelCast, #RFKJr, #PublicHealthCrisis, #HealthMisinformation, #SaturatedFat, #HeartDisease, #ScienceMatters, #CDC, #HealthcarePolicy, #USPolitics, #MAGAMyths, #EconomicReality, #StateGDP, #HollywoodDiversity, #MediaRepresentation, #ProgressiveVoices, #PoliticalCommentary, #LGBTQVoices, #LasVegasCreator, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/7c6RThpAYpM

Is It Time to Invoke the 25th Amendment? | Karel Cast Donald Trump’s latest post targeting Rob Reiner has shocked even longtime Republicans — and for many, it feels like the moment where denial finally ends. This is no longer about political disagreement. It’s about fitness, stability, and responsibility. On today’s episode of The Karel Cast, we examine the growing concerns about Trump’s health, behavior, and ability to govern. This is a man with access to nuclear codes — someone most people wouldn’t trust to babysit a child — yet elected officials continue to look the other way. Why? The Constitution provides a mechanism for moments like this: the 25th Amendment. That responsibility falls to the Cabinet — but will they act? Or are fear, money, and loyalty to MAGA preventing them from doing their duty, even as polls show Trump’s own base beginning to turn? We’ll talk about political cowardice, constitutional accountability, and why so many leaders refuse to act even when the warning signs feel impossible to ignore. Plus: with Christmas Eve just days away, are you ready — emotionally, mentally, and practically — for the holidays? The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PST on Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember. #InvokeThe25th, #25thAmendment, #TrumpMentalFitness, #PresidentialFitness, #PoliticalAccountability, #ConstitutionalCrisis, #KarelCast, #TrumpNews, #MAGAPolitics, #RepublicansTurning, #USPolitics, #BreakingPolitics, #DemocracyAtRisk, #ProgressiveVoices, #PoliticalCommentary, #HolidayStress, #ChristmasEveCountdown, #LasVegasCreator, #LGBTQVoices, #EmberTheServiceDog https://youtube.com/live/B71mWE4_JrM

A Holiday Weekend of Tragedy, Violence, and How We Keep Going | Karel Cast 25-170 This was supposed to be a holiday weekend — and instead, it became a devastating reminder of how broken and violent the world feels right now. Two people were shot and killed at Brown University, with the suspect still at large. In Australia, 15 people were murdered in a hate-driven mass shooting, the country’s deadliest in 30 years. And in a shocking family tragedy, Rob Reiner and his wife were murdered in their home by their own son. It’s overwhelming. It’s heartbreaking. And it raises the question so many of us are asking right now: Is the world losing its mind — and how do we stay positive when tragedy feels constant? On today’s episode of The Karel Cast, we talk honestly about grief, fear, compassion fatigue, and what it takes to keep going when the news never lets up. Plus, a lighter — but revealing — moment: a major vegan fail this weekend that made me realize how even our diets are being impacted by Donald Trump-era economics and policy fallout. This is a conversation about reality, resilience, and finding humanity when the headlines feel unbearable. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast is heard on all major platforms from Apple Music to iHeart, Spotify to Spreaker. Live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, and also streaming on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember. #KarelCast, #HolidayTragedy, #GunViolenceCrisis, #MassShooting, #HateCrime, #WorldInCrisis, #BreakingNews, #MentalHealthMatters, #StayingPositive, #HolidayGrief, #NewsCommentary, #ProgressiveVoices, #LGBTQVoices, #VeganLife, #EconomicStress, #TrumpImpact, #LasVegasCreator, #CurrentEvents, #EmberTheServiceDog, #PodcastLife https://youtube.com/live/jXM71p5usZk

Is Netflix About to Own All of Entertainment? | Karel Cast 25-165 Netflix is reportedly pursuing a massive takeover of Warner Bros./HBO Max — and Hollywood is panicking. Warner Bros is one of the last legacy studios keeping theaters alive, producing films designed for the big screen. If Netflix buys it, everything changes. Will movies skip theaters entirely? Will only Marvel-level blockbusters survive at the box office? Are traditional dramas, comedies, and mid-budget stories about to vanish from theaters forever? Or… are we just clinging to nostalgia? Most people say they love the theater experience — but box office numbers don’t lie. What would it take to get audiences back? Plus: What is Trump’s endgame in Venezuela? It isn’t complicated. He wants Maduro gone, wants the oil-rich nation reshaped to his demands, and won’t stop until regime change aligns with his “America First” ambitions. But is that foreign policy — or imperialism in disguise? The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel. Catch The Karel Cast Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Music, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram. #KarelCast, #NetflixNews, #WarnerBros, #HBOMax, #MovieTheaters, #StreamingWars, #HollywoodNews, #EntertainmentIndustry, #MediaTakeover, #FilmIndustry, #BoxOfficeDecline, #TrumpNews, #VenezuelaCrisis, #ForeignPolicy, #AmericaFirst, #PoliticalCommentary, #StreamingFuture, #CinemaLovers, #NewsAnalysis, #LasVegasCreator https://youtube.com/live/ENuTPbNZq6E

Republicans Want You Sick, Tired, and Distracted | Karel Cast 25-164 Republicans are pushing policies that leave Americans with higher health premiums, fewer protections, and no real solutions—while Trump tries to rebrand “affordability” by blaming Democrats for an economy his party refuses to fix. Behind the scenes, GOP lawmakers are advancing legislation that completely ignores skyrocketing insurance rates. At the same time, the economy continues to slide, and the message from the right is loud and clear: Stay sick. Stay tired. Stay powerless. LGBTQ leaders are sounding the alarm as authoritarianism spreads through American institutions. “Stop thinking you’re safe, because you’re not,” one warns. From ICE disabling security cameras to secretive abuses of power, systems meant to protect us are instead targeting marginalized communities—especially LGBTQ Americans. This is why I’ve openly questioned staying in the United States. We’re watching constitutional norms erode in real time, and history tells us who becomes the first target. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel. The Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST and is available on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, Instagram, and more. #KarelCast, #AmericanPolitics, #HealthcareCrisis, #GOPAgenda, #LGBTQRights, #Authoritarianism, #DemocracyAtRisk, #Trump2025, #USEconomy, #HealthInsuranceCrisis, #PoliticalCommentary, #ProgressiveVoices, #HumanRights, #SocialJustice, #LGBTQCommunity, #NewsAnalysis, #EconomicInequality, #SpeakTruthToPower, #ProtectDemocracy, #LasVegasCreator https://youtube.com/live/P8PFAF7tU2M

2025: The Year America Got Thinner — But Not Healthier | Media Power Grabs & Cancer Truths 2025 is being called “the year America shed” — with more people losing weight than ever thanks to fad diets, Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and every quick-fix trend imaginable. But here’s the shocking truth: Americans may be getting thinner, but not healthier. Why? Today we break down the real reasons behind the wellness illusion. Then, a massive story almost no one is paying attention to: the brewing Warner Bros. takeover battle. Donald Trump, backed by Saudi money and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, is pushing for a hostile takeover to compete with (and control) Netflix. What’s the motive? What does it mean for media, entertainment, and democracy? We dig into the power dynamics behind the scenes. Plus — new, surprising research on cancer detection asks a provocative question: Should all cancers be found? The answer isn’t what you think. The Karel Cast is funded by your support at patreon.com/reallykarel. Watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel. Listen on all major platforms: Apple Music, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker, and more. Catch the show Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, with daily clips on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster based in Las Vegas with his service girl, Ember — bringing bold commentary, big stories, and unfiltered truth. #TheKarelCast, #2025Trends, #OzempicCulture, #WeightLossTruth, #Wegovy, #Zepbound, #AmericanHealthCrisis, #MediaTakeover, #WarnerBrosDeal, #TrumpNews, #JaredKushner, #SaudiMoney, #NetflixWar, #CancerResearch, #HealthMyths, #PoliticalCommentary, #NewsAnalysis2025, #LasVegasCreator, #LGBTQCommentator, #PodcastLife https://youtube.com/live/NPftX-i5_EU

Is It Going to Be A Dark Christmas? Headline BBC: New US security strategy aligns with Russia’s vision, Moscow says Headline ABC: Supreme Court to reconsider 90 year old precedent of limiting Presidential Powers to Fire Heads of Independent Agencies Headline Aaron Parnas: Trump Admin to instruct FBI to find extremist in the United States, including “radical gender ideology” , andi-ICE, pro-immigrant...including a way for people to turn people in. These are terrifying. Things are MUCH worse than we thought. But it’s Christmas for goodness sake. People were out shopping, people were decorating, myself included. What else can we do? Panic?  And while many are out shopping, most are charging it according to research. Credit Card debt is going to increase exponentially in December. Because life is expensive. So is this a last hurrah?  The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 1030 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. #TheKarelCast, #DarkChristmas, #USPolitics2025, #DemocracyAtRisk, #SupremeCourtWatch, #AuthoritarianThreats, #EconomicRealityCheck, #HolidayStress2025, #NewsCommentaryPodcast, #LasVegasCreator https://youtube.com/live/s6qLFBsASgE

Why Are Humans Making Themselves Obsolete? The AI & Robot Dilemma | Karel Cast 25-162 Humans seem strangely driven to erase their own relevance. From the explosive rise of robotics to the unstoppable push toward advanced AI, we’re building machines that can do nearly everything we do — often better, faster, and cheaper. But here’s the real question: Why? Why are we creating technology that replaces us instead of supports us? Why are we racing toward automation knowing it will eliminate millions of jobs? Why are humans so willing — even eager — to make themselves obsolete? Today, we dive deep into the psychology behind humanity’s self-destructive tech obsession, explore what it means for our future, and break down the news of the day as only Karel can. Support The Karel Cast: patreon.com/reallykarel Watch, Like & Subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarel Catch the show Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, Instagram, and everywhere you get your media. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer in Las Vegas with his service dog Ember. #KarelCast, #AIRevolution, #AutomationDebate, #FutureOfWork, #RobotTakeover, #TechEthics, #HumanityAndAI, #DigitalFuture, #NewsCommentary, #TechDiscussion, #AIDebate, #TechnologyTrends, #RoboticsNews, #SocietyAndTech, #HumanBehavior, #MediaAnalysis, #SocialCommentary, #InnovationDebate, #AIImpact, #IndependentMedia https://youtube.com/live/Mf_8v2KbsUM