The Daily Sarcast

Host Lindsey Vernick opens the Daily Starcast with a groggy sponsor shoutout and chats about waking up early with Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen to play NYT games.
The episode covers a deadly Stockton birthday party shooting that left four people dead and many wounded, a controversial internal FDA memo alleging COVID vaccines harmed children and the backlash from experts, and courtroom developments in the assassination of the UnitedHealthcare CEO.
She also touches on major winter storms, a cooking tip about sell-by dates, and a light personal moment about texting a crush before signing off.

On Nov. 28, 2025, Lindsey Vernick covers Black Friday shopping trends and early sellouts, Apple TV pulling a new series over alleged adaptation issues, and Portugal’s new investment-based golden visa program for Americans.
She shares a Thanksgiving dating moment, honors National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom, and closes with a quick cooking tip.
Today's episode is sponsored by Leftover Sandwiches. A warm roll with some cranberry turkey stuffing and mashed potatoes goes a long way.

In this episode Lindsey Vernick covers a streak of startling stories: a California town that banned pickleball after persistent neighbor complaints, the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House, and a devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong. She also discusses a lawsuit against OpenAI related to a teen's death and shares personal Thanksgiving anecdotes and a cooking tip.
Expect hard news, sharp commentary, and a bit of holiday humor.

In this episode Lindeay Vernick covers Thanksgiving price confusion, a controversial CDC appointment of a vaccine skeptic, and the bizarre story of an influencer accused of repeatedly dining and dashing at Williamsburg restaurants. Expect news, sarcasm, and personal anecdotes about family, holiday plans, and swipe-life observations.
Quick, sharp, and funny — a roundup of the headlines with a side of Lindsey's own life and cooking tips. Send feedback to lindsey@thedailysarcast.com.

Today’s episode covers a federal judge dismissing indictments against James Comey and New York AG Latitia James over an unlawful prosecutor appointment, fresh Geneva talks on a narrowed Ukraine peace framework, and Boeing’s decision to fly the Starliner uncrewed while fixes continue.
Host Lindsey Vernick also shares personal asides — from Thanksgiving gripes and roommate-searching chaos to sarcastic life lessons and a cooking tip — all delivered with her signature humor.

Host Lindsey Vernick delivers a sarcastic, fast-paced rundown of the latest headlines: COP30’s underwhelming climate deal, Tatiana Schlossberg’s public battle with leukemia, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s abrupt departure from Congress, and a troubling cluster of deaths at Disney World.
Blending personal anecdotes, pointed commentary, and dark humor, the episode covers politics, tragedy, and theme-park safety in a short, sharp package.

In this episode Lindsey Vernick breaks down the controversial edits to the CDC’s vaccine and autism page, the alarming peace plan for Ukraine pushed by U.S. envoys and Russia, and a jobs report that masks struggles for young and low-wage workers.
She also names Sarah Blakely MVP of the week for investing in women entrepreneurs, shares a cooking tip, and offers some personal bits and banter to close out the show.

Today's episode includes the current state of FEMA, a sad story about an NFL player and James Comey. 

Host Lindsey Vernick recaps the end of the 43-day federal shutdown: federal employees are returning to work, paychecks should hit around November 20, national parks and many services are reopening, and holiday air traffic restrictions are easing, though some IT and museum hiccups remain.
The episode examines the Trump administration’s proposed homelessness funding changes that would shift money away from long-term housing toward work and treatment programs, and raises concerns that thousands could be pushed back onto the streets; plus a look at Harvard’s rising grade inflation and debates over grading integrity.
On a personal note, Lindsay shares the recent loss of her grandfather, explains shiva, tells a funny raw-potato anecdote from selling jewelry, honors her Poppy, and signs off with a cooking tip and a short tribute.