Doug Stephan Presents The Djv Show

Today on the DJV Download: Doug laughs at all 5 local LA TV stations who have reporters, standing alone in the rain, at the Rose Bowl, not knowing whether it's going to happen, or not. Weather is crazy, all over with 10" of snow at Lake Tahoe, 67-degrees in Kodiak, Alaska and torrential rains in Southern California. And, if that wasn't enough, "Wheel of Fortune," fans are super upset that the show didn't pay tribute to Pat Sajak's 40th anniversary as host. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Today on the DJV Download: Cuomo won’t face charges for unwanted kissing allegations, but what does that mean for the other allegations? We discuss. Which celebrity couple just finalized their divorce, 10 years after calling it quits – we discuss that, too, which spawns a conversation on cheating and cheaters. A prosecutor is seeking a reduced sentence for the truck driver who got 110 years after a fatal crash, and we discuss a New Jersey mother’s conviction being overturned in the 1991 killing of her 5 year old son. Kim Cattrall wasn’t the only “Sex and the City” OG who didn’t want to return for the revival series, “And Just Like That.” We tell you who, why, and opine about the future of the series. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Occasionally, some good products come out of the network show “Shark Tank,” but it’s the Sharks who always steal the show. A lot of people are giving monetary gifts before the year is up, out of the goodness of their hearts but also because it’s good for taxes. If you’re looking to give and want to know that 100% of your donation is going to help others, check out pandemicoflove.com. The approvals and disapproval ratings from a recent Gallup poll shows the top three most approved officials are all appointed officials, not elected – U.S Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, and Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease Dr. Anthony Fauci. Sad news with the loss of an American hero – Richard Marcinko, AKA “The Rogue Warrior” and founding commander of SEAL Team 6 died on Christmas night at the age of 81. In entertainment news, director Jean-Marc Vallée’s cause of death has been revealed to be a heart attack as more words of love and loss pour

Intel is receiving backlash for apologizing over a statement made against China in regards to human rights violations. In other tech news, criminals are using Apple Air Tags to track and steal cars, while others use it to stalk and rob people. Holiday sales were up 10% compared to last year, also showing a 17 year high. This begs the question, are we trying to buy happiness this season. More and more people are going to movie theaters again, and “Spider-Man – No Way Home” is breaking records and taking over the box office. “Being the Ricardos” is out and taking people by surprise, in a good way, and Doug talks about the new film “Don’t Look Up” with a stacked cast – we’re talking Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Ron Perlman, Cate Blanchett, Tyler Perry, Jonah Hill, Timothée Chalamet, Ariana Grande . . . to name a few. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Many families have Advent calendars, Doug always did and Victoria grew up with one each year as well. Jai’s family did something different – one of Santa’s elves, Brownie B, would send different flavors of popcorn. Did you know Doug has been to Nazareth and Bethlehem? He shares his experience and why his cab driver didn’t want to take him. Since this is the season of giving, the DJV team wants to encourage you to give a monetary gift to those in need. There are many nationwide nonprofits to give to, as well as local non-profits who will keep your donation in your community. Most Americans say they prefer to give gifts than get gifts, and we all feel the same why. Have you seen the Christmas movie “The Holiday,” starring Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet as two strangers who meet on a home swap website and decide to trade houses for the holiday season? A TikTok’r saw it for the first time over Thanksgiving and decided to see if a stranger wanted to do it in real life! We also ask the burning question which has the

Merry Christmas Eve Eve! Tesla is getting in the spirit by offering free supercharging during the holidays, and Professor Doug gives us a history lesson on the early days of Christmas in America. Even though Hanukkah has come to an end, it’s just not the holiday season until we hear Adam Sandler’s “The Hanukkah Song,” plus some listener family traditions we could probably do without. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

A teacher in Washington D.C. held a re-enactment of the Holocaust with third-graders, which included some students pretending to die in gas chambers and with others digging mass graves. Apparently she had a history of issues, one of which had to do with neglecting her dogs. President Biden addressed the nation on COVID-19 with discussions on Omicron, home testing and strong words for Americans refusing to get vaccinated. Speaking of COVID, Chicago will require proof of vaccination at gyms, bars and restaurants – but the mandate will not apply to schools, churches nor private events like weddings. In saving-lives-news, a teenage McDonald’s worker noticed a customer choking in their car and jumped through the drive-thru window to administer the Heimlich maneuver. She may not be a doctor in real life, but she plays one on T.V. – for now. Ellen Pompeo is ready to hang up her scrubs and has been trying to convince others that “Grey’s Anatomy” should come to an end, but claims everyone else in Shondaland is like,

A brawl broke out at Miami International Airport when two passengers on a delayed flight got into it, causing security to be called to the gate and bystanders pulling out their phones to capture video of the situation. There seems to be a champagne shortage, disrupting bottomless mimosas at brunches everywhere. Do you know how to avoid getting scammed online? Doug, Jen, Victoria and Jai share the tips to keep your information (and bank account) safe. In entertainment news, a judge has denied Kelly Clarkson’s request to have her ex-husband evicted from the Montana ranch the couple once shared which had been recently awarded to Clarkson. The judge cited Blackstock’s inability to move out and get a new place due to his financial situation . . . even though the “Since U Been Gone” singer has been ordered to pay almost $200K per month in spousal and child support. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

‘Tis the season of Hallmark movies and sugarplum fairies dancing in our heads. Jen confesses to seeing The Nutcracker for the first time – EVER. COVID-19 is still running rampant, but which vaccines and medications are still showing as helpful, and which are not? In entertainment news, Spider-Man: No Way Home is crushing it at the box office, Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson are taking date nights to Staten Island, and you are invited to Betty White’s 100th Birthday Party. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Chris Noth is facing sexual assault allegations from two women in their early 20s with claims stemming from 2004 and 2015. Doug, Victoria and Jai break down the allegations. Also in the news, Senator Ted Cruz is going after United Airlines with claims they are disregarding their workers’ rights following company-wide COVID-19 mandates, and an update from the coroner on the ten victims who died following a crowd surge at the Travis Scott Astroworld Festival. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Doug wants to go to space and is wondering what Victoria and Jai are going to do about helping him get there. (Spoiler Alert: NOT donating to his efforts.) Have you seen the new William Shatner documentary, detailing his trip to the outer limits? It starts two years prior to takeoff and is absolutely fascinating. It also shows the fear behind loved ones’ eyes, watching the people they care about make that trip and fearing they won’t make it back. Also in space news, NASA is looking into using Earth-observing satellites to better understand climate change and global warming. Included in today’s conversations are the hazards of apartment living, especially in New York City, as well as Armie Hammers release from rehab and what he faces next. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

How you start your morning can have a big impact on the rest of your day. What are you doing to get your brain in gear and kick off your day with an attitude of gratitude? Documents show, Huawei, the Chinese tech giant was involved in surveillance programs and what means for Americans. In pandemic news, the EEOC may say mild COVID is not going to be covered by disability bias laws, but long term COVID is another story. Kelly Clarkson is so turned off from her divorce she says she’s likely to ditch the dating world and live the rest of her life as a single lady (cue “Miss Independent”). Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Do you get tired of small talk with strangers and answering the question, “So, what do you do for a living?” Doug has a solution. Analytical thinking is more necessary than ever, but it’s not always the norm these days. We break down Santa’s Naughty List – which includes Larry Nassar, Derek Chauvin and Julian Assange – as well as discuss the 2022 Golden Globe nominations and the promotion to help teachers that fell flat. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Change is a part of life, it’s what it’s all about – our bodies change, our minds change, the people we’re friends with change, jobs change, etc. It’s easier to let go and roll with it than fight against it, because change will always happen anyway. Also included in conversation: Chris Wallace made a move to CNN+, Chris Cuomo’s issues stay in the spotlight as one of his producers gets charged for grooming girls, a conversation on what makes a good journalist, the rise of radio shows including Facebook Live into their shows and why the DJV Show will not be following suit, and more news from the “Sex and the City” revival “And Just Like That…” Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Some are fully into the Christmas spirit, while others are still wrapping their head around the fact that the holidays are here. A simple fix? Watch some Hallmark Christmas movies. In other news, Jussie Smollet was found guilty of falsely reporting a hate crime . . . California’s pipeline leak detection and safeguards were not fully working when more than a hundred thousand gallons of oil spilled . . . the DJVers opine the homelessness problem in America . . . and the big Big news and a recap of emotions from the “…And Just Like That” series premiere. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Shopping online isn’t so easy when you’re trying to avoid made-in-China items, especially when the origin is not clearly listed during your purchase. Why aren’t products clearly labeled before you buy? Other topics include the popularity of puzzles during quarantine . . . the appeal of Tiffany’s diamonds . . . the city with an all-time-high homicide record is not Chicago . . . reports showing the labor shortage is the number one driver of inflation, but it’s not as easy as “people just don’t want to work” . . . the new coffee table book about Betty White’s life . . . Parliament’s dance with nose candy . . . and the epic friendship between Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com

There are many questions about what the true motive of why the Capitol Guards reacted the way they did on January 16th. Next, Doug is forced to confess about his crush on Marjorie Taylor Greene. Robert Doyle is now lying-in state at the Capitol Rotunda. A recent study show that most people believe that what most DJs say is irrelevant. Television host and actor Nick Cannon shared with his talk show audience on Tuesday that his 5-month-old child, Zen, has died.Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

A relationships discussion on marrying your best friend vs marrying your biggest fan and finding happiness with one person being your everything or the value of having multiple people in your life. All goes without saying we should learn to find happiness within ourselves first. Once upon a time it was Germany causing chaos, today it’s China. We’ve seen cancel culture take down anyone they don’t like for good reasons (sexual predators) and petty reasons (differing opinions), but why is cancel culture so slow to look at companies doing business with China – a country known to violate human rights. Look at Nike, they have to be feeling heat for their ties to China. Governor Kathy Hochul (NY) announced some hospitals will be ordered to halt certain elective surgeries. In entertainment news, more revelations from the Jussie Smollett trial . . . how you could get paid to binge-watch living legend Betty White’s catalog of work . . . and Hidden Valley’s venture into the Eggnog industry. Follow us @DJVShow on Faceboo

Doug’s Eastleigh Farm is lit up for Christmas and is giving us all the holidays feels. We’re officially in the middle of the Countdown to Christmas, getting ready for the holidays - shopping, wrapping presents, watching Hallmark movies, etc.Tell us your favorite Christmas song who sings the best version on @djvshow social media - Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Bad news, inflation rates have gone up 6% this year, with this year’s Thanksgiving costing Americans about 19% more than average. In celebrity news, Martha Stewart has a boyfriend, and George Clooney once turned down a $35 million one-day-of-work payday. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Opining the difference between misery and happiness before getting into a discussion over politics and election cycles – they seem to keep getting longer and longer. Is the two-party system of Democrats and Republicans no longer working . . . is the whole system of how our government runs broken? Alec Baldwin’s interview with George Stephanopoulos aired on ABC and the DJV crew discuss the key takeaways of guilt, responsibility and the spread of (mis)information. In good news in the fight against tabloid media, the Duchess of Susex has a big win against the Mail on Sunday over publishing parts of a letter she’d privately written to her father. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.