329: RAT CRUISE & FBI STEALS BEASTIE BOYS

329: RAT CRUISE & FBI STEALS BEASTIE BOYS

Author: Corinne Fisher May 7, 2026 Duration: 2:08:57
On this episode of Without a Country, Corinne Fisher dives into one of the strangest and most unsettling stories of the week: a deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard a quarantined cruise ship off the coast of Africa. With multiple deaths, questions about human-to-human transmission, and passengers trapped at sea, the story quickly turns into something that feels ripped straight out of a thriller movie.Corinne also takes a deep look into the disturbing online communities tied to the Columbine shooters and how vulnerable teenagers are being pulled into extremist internet subcultures through platforms like Roblox, Discord, TikTok, and private chat groups. The conversation explores loneliness, bullying, internet radicalization, and the growing difficulty parents face trying to understand what their kids are exposed to online.Later in the episode, the focus shifts to AI, data centers, and the future of American jobs. As towns across the country push back against massive AI infrastructure projects, Corinne breaks down the tension between technological progress, environmental concerns, corporate power, and the fear of what automation could mean for everyday workers.From cruise ship paranoia and internet cult behavior to AI expansion and political hypocrisy, this episode covers the chaos, contradictions, and weirdness shaping modern life right now.ENEMY OF THE STATE: Columbine ShootersDeadly Online Communityhttps://archive.is/bX5A8Hantavirus https://archive.is/3Zasthttps://nypost.com/2026/05/06/world-news/health-officials-think-theyve-tracked-down-source-of-cruise-ship-hantavirus-outbreak/Travel influencer  - https://archive.is/4eJSjDictator Article of the Monthhttps://www.wfmz.com/news/area/lehighvalley/northampton-county/slate-belt/opposition-grows-as-residents-push-back-on-proposed-data-center-in-northampton-county/article_882e5674-b4c1-459a-a930-e0fd840c36ee.htmlFROM THE ATLANTIC: https://archive.is/J3zk2https://www.forbes.com/sites/deloitte/2026/04/13/when-sustainability-becomes-tax-policy-what-leaders-need-to-know/FBI/Beastie Boyshttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/kash-patel-beastie-boys-sabotage-snl-b2970120.htmlRape Kit Reformhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/mariska-hargitay-rape-kit-backlog-campaign-wins-50-states-1236582234/Mifepristonehttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/what-to-know-about-a-mifepristone-maker-asking-the-supreme-court-to-restore-access-to-the-pill-by-mailIran Warhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/5/6/iran-war-live-trump-says-hormuz-operation-paused-amid-us-tehran-talksVoting Rights Acthttps://archive.is/tNpurWoman Found Dead in Big Surhttps://www.ksbw.com/article/suspicious-marks-woman-dead-big-sur-strangulation/71056881Disabled Adultshttps://newjerseymonitor.com/2026/05/01/benefits-cut-disabled-adults/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Corinne Fisher brings a unique and often hilarious perspective to the weekly news cycle in Without A Country. As a comedian who once ran for Mayor of New York City and now works as an independent political correspondent, she navigates the chaotic media landscape with a specific goal: to cut through the partisan noise. Each episode finds her pulling from both liberal and conservative sources, not to reinforce an echo chamber but to piece together a clearer picture of what’s actually happening. The aim is to locate some semblance of sanity in the center, making the often-impenetrable world of politics far more accessible and, surprisingly, entertaining. This isn’t just dry analysis; it’s a conversation fueled by sharp wit and a genuine desire for understanding. Alongside the political dissection, the podcast regularly takes detours into thoughtful and funny pop culture deep dives, offering a necessary breather from the headlines. The result is a show that feels like getting the news from a deeply informed, slightly exasperated, but always clever friend. Tuning into this podcast means hearing a blend of commentary and comedy that acknowledges how absurd everything can feel while still engaging with the substance.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 35

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345: Reggie Watts' Deadly Ketamine Scandal & Goodbye Tim & Dolly [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:07:08
This week on Without A Country, Corinne Fisher covers host of topics including the tragic passing of Tim Curry and the littany of people who came out of the woodwork to console Corinne, Dolly Parton's passing and her imp…
344: Was Charles Manson an MKUltra Puppet? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:11
This week on Without A Country, Corinne Fisher discusses the Netflix documentary CHAOS: The Manson Murders directed by Errol Morris based on the 2019 nonfiction book CHAOS: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History…
340: Kamala Harris 4 Prez Again? & Scammed by AI Wellness Influencers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:57:39
On this episode of Without A Country, Corinne Fisher breaks down the biggest political stories of the week, beginning with the House’s contentious $1.15 trillion defense bill, the fight over expanded U.S.-Israel military…
339: Lindsey Graham is Confirmed Dead (and Gay) & ICE M*rders Again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:53:35
On this week’s episode of Without A Country, Corinne dives into the growing movement to ban New York City’s horse-drawn carriages following the tragic death of 18-year-old tourist Romanch, shares her firsthand experience…