Kelsey Cook, a seasoned stand-up comedian, believes people are turning to podcasts for information due to a lack of trust in mainstream media and the relatability of podcast hosts. The 2024 election cycle highlighted this shift as President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance appeared on popular podcasts, leading to Trump’s victory. Cook also attributes the recent surge in stand-up comedy’s popularity to the COVID-19 pandemic, with revenue from live shows doubling from 2022 to 2024 as people sought out live entertainment post-lockdown.
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Thousands gather to watch 100th annual wild pony swim
The Chincoteague wild ponies have completed their 100th annual swim across the Assateague Channel, a tradition started in 1925, where "Saltwater Cowboys" round up the ponies for the swim to Chincoteague Island. Hosted by the Chincoteague Fire Department, the event includes a foal auction to help manage the pony population on Assateague. Want More Context? 🔎
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