Doug Stephan Presents The Djv Show

Yahoo pulls out of China as the American and Chinese governments feud over technology and trade...LA County pays Vanessa Bryant $2.5M to settle Kobe Bryant crash photo lawsuits...Maine voters passed the nation’s first “right to food” constitutional amendment on Tuesday and gives Mainers the power to wrestle control of the food supply back from large landowners and giant retailers...in entertainment news, Kiefer Sutherland to headline ‘24’ virtual convention on 20th anniversary of series’ premiere.Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

China locked over 30,000 Disneyland guests in their Shanghai park after one guest got COVID. In COVID news: Trash backup in NYC is being dealt with by extending garbage pickup from eight hours to 12 hour shifts, and including Sundays. Also, rumors swirl of NYFD firehouses closing due to staffing shortages over vaccine mandates, but the FDNY commissioner says that’s not the case. Meanwhile in Chicago, a judge halted vaccine requirements for their police departments. Could Elon Musk end world hunger? The multi-billionaire says he’ll donate $6B to combat world hunger if the UN can show how they would use it and be fully transparent with where every dollar goes. Celeb gossip news includes Candace Cameron Bure getting heat for her “wedding guest” attire, and Carol Baskin’s lawsuit against “Tiger King 2” producers and Netflix. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Plastic straws may be bad for the environment, but can we all agree that paper straws are not the answer . . .We welcome in November with the realization there hasn’t been any significant “first frost” yet, raising questions of global warming vs climate change and opining of shaming over the state of the weather cycles. Other news includes a conversation of side effects in teens from the COVID-19 vaccine and how dosage size should be determined – age vs weight . . . Lawmakers saying “NO” to blocking vax mandates . . . Before the Chinese government was ticking us off, it was the Japanese government and Doug reminds us why . . . and celebrity news, like the latest medical advice for Queen Elizabeth II from her doctors and why Madonna’s latest magazine cover is freaking people out. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Trending news includes Florida engineers saying all coastal buildings should be inspected following the Surfside condominium collapse in the Miami-Dade area . . . Andrew Cuomo has been charged over the alleged groping of a former aide . . . and Oklahoma administered the death penalty on inmate John Marion Grant for the killing of a prison cafeteria employee. In other news, Trick or Treat weather conditions may not be great this year, but kids likely won't care. Oh, and ICYMI, Tom Hanks further exemplifies his status as a national treasure after crashing a beach wedding in Santa Monica to congratulate the newlyweds. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

If you aren’t happy, no one else can make you happy. Words of wisdom from Doug and it’s the truth. So, how do you win at life? Rule #1: Leave people alone, mind your own business, live your own life . . . or as the popular saying goes, “Stay in your lane.” A conversation on how cows contribute to methane gas, a Congressman’s memo to farmers and how the animal agriculture tax affects everyone . . . Opining over gas prices increasing as well as property taxes and where that money goes . . . and more farm news. Los Angeles seems to like their parades and they’ll drop them on you before you realize, and the latest March - Small Dong March in LA. Yes, a March to end shaming over small penises. SATC revival, “And Just Like That,” is working to be more diverse with continuous conversations on the importance of diversifying. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

“As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly.” - WKRP - The state of Washington is suing poultry farmers for causing significant up-charges, which started as a temporary problem but now is a big problem. If you’re interested in farm news, check out Doug’s American Family Farmer Show and podcast on www.AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.com. The Brian Laundrie search took so long and confused authorities over mistaken identity — they confused him with his mom…. Yes, that happened (on more than one occasion). Updates from the set of “Rust,” the film in New Mexico when Alec Baldwin’s prop gun discharged, killing the director of photography and injuring the director. Who is liable? Doug, Jen and Victoria discuss. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

When you get up in the morning and look in the mirror, do you feel inspired?If you don’t like yourself, who are you going to like?If you can’t trust yourself, who can you trust? Some self-reflecting discussion to kick things off . . . and the news! Some companies will no longer be selling home security cameras coming from China . . . 3D printed houses are a thing, and are built to withstand significant weather and storms . . . Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin are working to build a “mixed use business park” in space, about the size of the International Space Station, called Orbital Reef . . . Tom Brady’s 600th career touchdown overshadowed by beautiful interaction with young fan . . . A now single dad’s way of honoring late wife by recreating a maternity photoshoot with now 14 month old daughter . . . and more. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Facebook is under a lot of scrutiny as more whistleblowers come forward with allegations against the social media platform and their bias in how they moderate content. More topics include the death of the seventh friend, Gunther actor James Michael Tyler from Friends lost his battle to prostate cancer . . . more allegations surrounding the January 6th insurrection . . . Fake Famous, an HBO documentary Doug recently watched about the rise of the social media influencers . . . Vanessa Bryant shares how she learned of Kobe and Gianna’s deaths . . . and a vocabulary lesson. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Alec Baldwin’s been filming his new film, “Rust,” – a western story involving an accidental killing, when the prop gun he shot fired something out . . . injuring the film’s director and killing the director of photography. In other news, Brian Laundries remains confirmed via dental records . . . Kate Beckinsale is “wicked smart” . . . Blake Lively fights to protect her kids from paparazzi . . . and the California teacher placed on leave following mnemonic lesson deemed offensive and racist to the Native American community. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Health talk and then some are the topics today. The FDA gives approval for everyone to get booster shots that differ from the vaccine you originally received . . . News from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) . . . the fact that Fish Oil may be hurting your heart, but Turmeric and Cumin are still good for you and other info shared from our favorite medical professionals, Dr. Jack Stockwell and Dr. Ken Kronhaus. Plus, the fight Paris Hilton is involved with to protect youth in abusive environments like troubled youth facilities. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Let’s take a minute and think about all of the topics we could have been talking for the last year and a half instead of COVID-19 . . . In COVID news, medical experts reverse their thoughts on mixing vaccines. A new study takes a look at how their test subjects responded to mixing and matching. A big find is if you got the J&J one-and-done-shot, you might want to consider getting a dose of Moderna or Pfizer vaccines. In related news, Southwest Airlines changes plans in how they handle unvaccinated staff – and – hockey star, Evander Kane, gets a 21-game suspension over a fake vaccine card. A-Rod gets heckled by Red Sox fans on live TV . . . Celine Dion suffers health issues, causing her to postpone her Vegas residency . . . Meghan McCain gets candid about postpartum anxiety . . . and more! Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

“If you don’t see your failures, you will not succeed.” There’s a flood research group who’s produced information stating 25% of all critical infrastructure in America are at risk of being rendered inoperable as climate change affects the weather. This conversation causes some opining over whether or not one can be electrocuted by driving their electric car through a puddle . . . Activists disrupted the flame lighting ceremony in protest over the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics – in fact, there are multiple groups who are calling for a boycott with many questioning why China is still allowed to participate in the games, let alone host them. In other news, Kelly Clarkson gives us an early Christmas gift with her new holiday album . . . and how a viral photo from Kim Kardashian West helped solve the case of a looted Egyptian coffin . . . and more! Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

All about the good that bats do for us...and some are even cute. There's a ton of confusion over tweets between Gisele and Tom Brady. Millions of Fed Agri $dollars were handed out to fraudulent companies, now being investigated. Britney expresses some concerns over the end of her conservatorship and constant hounding from paparazzi. . . . plus, The Red Sox...The Dodgers...Worms...Daniel Craig...and more! Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Every topic seems to be so political these days. Why is that? Space exploration has come under fire for ignoring the needs here on Earth. Is it causing more, unnecessary pollution? Jeff Bezos’ reusable rocket is cool and all, but why do Amazon orders come in so many boxes, and big boxes for little object? In other news, Robert Durst gets sentenced to life in prison for the 2000 murder of his friend. ICYMI, a documentary contributed to his arrest . . . Bill Clinton hospitalized . . . Adele gives us new music . . . opining over the best age to get married . . . and more! Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Opining if we’re nearing the end of the COVID-19 health pandemic or just between waves, though health experts predict a new wave over Christmas. More topics discussed are the fact Facebook seems to have the same rights as a person, and whether or not laws need to change to minimize social media corruption . . . Kacey Musgraves’ new album’s ineligibility for Country at the Grammys . . . Howie Mandel’s health scare . . . and more, like Doug learning about hookahs. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

Remember when it was advised to take a daily aspirin to fend off your first potential heart attack? Well, let that one go. Guidelines and medical advice has changed. More adventures on the DJV Show include a discussion on women vs men when it comes to nurturing . . . all natural allergy medicine . . . Tim McGraw’s temper tantrum in on stage in Reno . . . and more! Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com.

The trend for today is to ask the question “WHY?” and to push questions on topics which make people uncomfortable. Why should Jon Gruden be forced to resign from his post as head coach of the Raiders over past emails? . . . Why is Superman’s son coming out as bisexual a big deal? . . . Why is Billy Eichner only employing members of the LGBTQ community as the principal cast on his new show? . . . Why does Demi Lovato deem “aliens” offensive in reference extraterrestrials? . . . Why did the kiss between Ben Affleck and Matt Damon get ditched from their new film? . . . And more “Why?” questions in today’s Daily DJV Show Download podcast. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. More information on DJVShow.com

In a historical move, the latest to don a bunny suit on the cover of Playboy magazine is Bretman Rock, a guy. News from the west coast – including the California wildfires, strong winds causing power companies to threaten cutting services, and Newsom’s bill requiring ethnic studies for all CA high school students. Merck may have pulled their data and submission for a COVID-19 vaccine, but they’re frontrunners in seeking approval for an anti-COVID pill. Other news includes cargo ships piling up around the world (“containergeddon”) . . . Serendipity 3’s Guinness World Records record breaking French fries . . . Morgan Wallen’s welcome from fans during an Eric Church concert . . . good news in the search for the missing 3 year old in Texas and more. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Djvshow.com

Why fix the national debt ceiling when we can just move it? Apparently that’s the motto for our lawmakers. This means more money they can spend, more money they can waste, more money they can fight over. Where does the decision fall in terms of ethics and morality? The government seems to continuously get a free pass while the people they’re governing over never do. Plus, a former Taliban commander has been charged with killing American troops in 2008 and will stand trial in the US . . . LBJ’s path to President of the United States of America and the questionable amount of money in his estate at the time of his death . . . and Barbara Corcoran’s fat-shaming comments to Whoopi Goldberg and the way one of her co-hosts came to her defense. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Djvshow.com

Lawmakers and their family members have rules/laws to follow when partaking in buying, trading and selling stocks. An investor Doug follows online has a strong suggestion for anyone unsure with which stocks to get involved: Watch what Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul, is doing, then do the same. There’s a high school student who is so savvy with stocks, he’s teaching other students about the market. This raises the question – Why aren’t stock markets part of the curriculum for all schools. Instead, there are lessons which have proved to serve no purpose in our adult lives. In more news, one year after Eddie Van Halen’s death, his son, Wolfgang, pens a touching tribute . . . The Zodiac Killer has been identified, but will not face any time in prison . . . and more. Follow us @DJVShow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Djvshow.com