Welcome back, folks! Bruce and Colin are diving headfirst into the wildest headlines this week—from P. Diddy’s alleged links to Tupac to elite college students who can’t seem to tackle books over 100 pages. Oh, and did we mention the 72-year-old American mercenary fighting in Ukraine? Get ready for laughs, tangents, and a heavy dose of critical thinking.

🔥 Episode Highlights:

• The Lineup of Madness
  Bruce and Colin preview this week’s stories, and it’s quite a spread—from celebrity scandals to college controversies.
• P. Diddy, Tupac, and Unlikely Connections
  Is Diddy tied to Tupac’s murder? We dig into the conspiracy theories swirling around his name.
• Sydney Sweeney vs. the Paparazzi
  We talk privacy, paparazzi boundaries, and what should—and shouldn’t—be fair game for celebrity coverage.
• College Students Can’t Handle Books?!
  Elite university students reportedly fear books over 100 pages. What does this mean for education today?
• The New CEO of Red Lobster
  A new leader with a wild work ethic takes the reins at Red Lobster. We talk routines, resilience, and the grit it takes to lead.
• American Mercenary Imprisoned in Russia
  Meet Steven Hubbard, a 72-year-old mercenary jailed in Russia. We break down what might have led him there.
• Georgia Football Culture Shock
  Has Georgia football become the new “bad boys” of college sports? We dive into the recent controversies.

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