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This is what I get for taking a month off because SO much has happened, and it’s been nothing but twists and turns. We’re talking Suffolk University letting students co-major in AI, ASU launching a degree for aspiring influencers while the U.S. loses 23,000 jobs, YouTube making it harder to get paid, and the latest mess surrounding Jools Lebron. We also have to talk about what’s happening to Haitians as TPS ends, the questions surrounding Nolan Wells’ death, Trump administration drama, NABJ handing out its Thumbs Down awards, Invest Fest backlash, Luigi Mangione, Flock cameras and the conversation around progressives and Black voters. Then somehow the billionaires went shopping for the Lakers and EA, FIFA switched things up, and pop culture gave us even MORE to discuss. Grab your drink because clearly, we have completely lost the plot. IG: Itswista IG/YouTube/Substack: wordswithwista

This week we're covering everything from Disney's latest layoffs and Love Island's never-ending drama to Cardi B's rumored new romance, Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion speculation, and why Vinicius Jr.'s new face has the internet talking. Plus, a Ford worker loses his job over $8 worth of Doritos, the IRS has people side-eyeing World Cup prize money, OpenAI's AI gets a little too ambitious, CNN dives into "man camps," a honeymoon gets ruined in the worst way imaginable, and we're breaking down the biggest headlines from Streamer University, Jay-Z, the World Cup, true crime, and all the chaos you probably missed this week. IG: Itswista IG/YouTube/Substack: wordswithwista

Life has been life-ing, so we're catching up before diving into a wild week of headlines. We're recapping June politics from Trump's latest money drama, Kamala's mystery meeting with Zohran, TPS changes, student loans, the Workday discrimination lawsuit, and the latest Supreme Court rulings. Then we're heading to New York to unpack anti-Haitian rhetoric in politics, Zohran's growing political influence, an engagement that ended in handcuffs, and Jay-Z's new era. Plus, we're breaking down BET Awards weekend with exclusive boots-on-the-ground reporting from a Words with Wista correspondent, Nara Smith's family update, Chloe Bailey's cheating story, Love Island's parasocial fandom, World Cup chaos, the NBA ring chase, Taylor and Travis wedding rumors, Claressa Shields' baby plans, Tom Brady's new coconut water, and reviewing new music from Lizzo, Joe Dwet File, and Drake. IG: itswista Substack/YouTube: wordswithwista

This week on Words With Wista, I’m talking about why job interviews in 2026 feel like public humiliation rituals, the chaos happening across the U.S. and around the world, and Trump pulling up to Rockland County like we don’t already have enough traffic. We also get into Jeff Bezos talking taxes, Spirit Airlines shutting down and leaving people stranded emotionally and financially, James Charles getting called out for being wildly out of touch, and these nonstop company layoffs that have everybody stressed. Plus, the internet is shocked that John Boyega and Tae Heckard are married and honestly... I’m not surprised at all. I’m also talking about why having a side hustle is basically survival at this point and how the World Cup is sneaking up on us real fast. IG: itswista SubStack/ YouTube/ IG: wordwithwista

This week is giving chaos, capitalism, and controversy all in one. We get into the unexpected tension between the Pope and Trump and Congress being a mess as resignations and removal calls pile up. We also talk about Erica Schwartz stepping in as CDC director, the FAA recruiting gamers for air traffic control jobs, and Ticketmaster and Live Nation being exposed in a major monopoly ruling. Then it’s business drama with QVC heading toward bankruptcy, PepsiCo cutting prices, and Spirit Airlines possibly crashing out. On the darker side, we cover multiple tragic and disturbing cases making headlines. And because balance, we end on culture with Cardi B shutting it down on tour and selling out her hair line, plus Coachella turning into Poorchella vs Richchella and the real tea behind brands quietly revoking invites. IG: Itswista IG/YouTube/SubStack: Wordswithwista

This week is a full-on chaos report as politics and pop culture collide and honestly nobody is acting normal. We get into Pam Bondi losing her job, rising war tensions, and Democrats floating 25th Amendment talk, plus the internet being fully entertained unpacking Kristi Noem’s husband’s situation and the wild takes on rolling back women’s voting rights. On the culture side, we break down Druski backlash, Latto’s baby shower, Megan Thee Stallion’s Broadway takeover, Chloe Bailey vs the Beyhive, Kanye causing international issues again, Coachella rental scams leaving people stranded, Keke Palmer’s eyebrow-raising story, Jenna Ortega controversy, Tiger Woods’ latest headlines, Pooh Shiesty’s legal mess, and Jaden Ivey losing his job after controversy. Yeah… It’s one of those episodes. IG/YouTube: itswista SubStack/Youtube: wordswithwista

The world is really glitching right now, so let’s get into it. We’re talking Cuba protests over blackouts and Haiti preparing for its first election in a decade, plus Trump making decisions while tensions with Iran continue despite claims the situation is under control, alongside reports that an additional $200 billion may be needed, and what that could mean for gas prices, travel costs, and everyday life. Then we get into media and entertainment chaos with major cancellations, platform shakeups, and industry drama, along with messy lawsuits and a quick Oscars recap. And of course, we wrap it up with a listener voicemail that sparks a real conversation about modern dating, expensive matchmaking services, and why being desperate for love is never the move, because in this economy we need to have some self-respect. IG: itswista Substack: wordswithwista

EP 200. Ten years, 200 episodes, and a whole lot of growth in between. This one is about staying the course, finding your voice, and building something that lasts. We reflect on the journey, launch the voicemail line so you can call in and spill your tea for advice, and share a message from a special guest. Then we get into the week’s chaos including slipping TV ratings, NYC political shakeups, AI surveillance testing, billion dollar business plays, media controversies, and rap beef that nobody asked for. A decade later and the conversations are still bold, honest, and very much on my terms. IG: itswista Substack: wordswithwista

This week’s episode is a Valentine’s Day warning and a cultural temperature check. Romance scams are surging ahead of February 14, so if he says he loves you but needs a wire transfer, please log out. A year into Trump’s term, some voters are saying Biden was better, while Hasan Piker sparks debate by saying he would vote third party over a Gavin Newsom versus JD Vance matchup. TMZ reportedly received a second chilling note involving Savannah Guthrie’s mom. Canada is reeling after a tragic event at a school and home, and Affirm now wants to offer Buy Now, Pay Later for rent because apparently even survival comes in installments. Gen Z becomes the first generation to score lower on IQ tests than their parents. Super Bowl ratings are strong with a Bad Bunny boost, Britney Spears reportedly sells her entire music catalog, James Van Der Beek passes away at 48 after a cancer battle, and Cardi B steps into her Little Miss Drama era while Stefon Diggs posts cryptic messages after the Super Bowl loss. Love, politics, pop culture, and a gentle reminder to use discernment. IG: itswista IG/Substack: wordswithwista

This week’s episode proves that just because the government reopened does not mean the chaos stopped. Mass layoffs are stacking up with Nike cuts, The Washington Post letting go of a third of its staff, and Bahama Breeze shutting down entirely. Trump stays busy with a billion-dollar IRS lawsuit, the Kennedy Center skipping Black History Month, and immigration enforcement turning its focus toward Haitian communities in Ohio. We also get into Don Lemon continuing his work as a journalist after an arrest, Bad Bunny heading to the Super Bowl after his Grammy win, Grammy season backlash stirring more drama than necessary, Savannah Guthrie’s mother still missing with a reward offered for information, young men losing serious money to sports gambling, and family tea spilling all over the internet. People are losing their jobs and absolutely losing their minds. IG: itswista IG/SubStack: wordswithwista

This week is a lot, so naturally, we unpack all of it. From the alleged RFK Jr. messages that should’ve stayed private, to the passing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis following an encounter with federal agents that has sparked protests, outrage, and ongoing questions. We break down record deportations affecting Cuban communities in Florida, Trump’s threat of massive tariffs on French wine and champagne, and France fast-tracking a social media ban for kids under 15. Amazon is cutting thousands of corporate jobs, TikTok is collecting even more user data, and the U.S. nightlife and alcohol scene is quietly collapsing. We also dig into cold-weather tragedies impacting unhoused New Yorkers, Delroy Lindo being mischaracterized in an interview, anonymous Oscar voters shading Ariana Grande, Brooklyn Beckham calling out his parents, Skai Jackson’s baby daddy sentencing, Nicki Minaj vs. Don Lemon, and Cardi B going off over a football pick. Same chaos, new episode. IG: itswista SubStack: wordswithwista

This week on Words With Wista, we’re unpacking why the internet is suddenly romanticizing 2016 like it wasn’t a collective mess, while Trump casually floats skipping elections and his agriculture secretary explains how Americans should survive on a $3 meal. We get into a New Hampshire lawmaker advocating for divided schools, new U.S. visa bans, St. Kitts agreeing to take U.S. migrants while explicitly excluding Haitians, and growing FIFA World Cup boycotts tied to immigration concerns. Plus, Florida floats a new OF tax, Saks files for bankruptcy, Pat McGrath Labs may be up for sale, a Chicago teacher’s disappearance ends tragically, a disturbing alleged crime involving manipulation and control, NYPD OF drama circulates, Farrah Abraham wants to be mayor, Ludacris exits Kid Rock’s festival, Nicky Jam admits to faking a Jamaican accent, Clarissa Shields calls in as a “fan,” and Mattel’s autistic Barbie somehow sparks outrage. Same chaos, new week. Let’s get into it. IG: itswista SubStack: wordswithwista

This week on Words With Wista, the scams are scamming, and the timeline is spiraling. We break down a $25M pyramid scheme that took thousands for a ride, influencer divorce news that didn’t shock me but sent their followers into a tailspin, and the growing dangers of parasocial relationships when people confuse internet access with real life. On the political side, the Nobel Institute says no to prize-sharing, the Smithsonian quietly edits impeachment history, Minnesota’s SNAP funding gets frozen, and world leaders reshuffle a major global meeting because a UFC fight took over the White House. Add in RFK Jr. playing nutritionist, Paramount Skydance layoffs, monkeys allegedly loose in St. Louis, Blade possibly being scrapped, and Cardi B shutting down the “revenge baby” chatter. Chaos everywhere, accountability nowhere. IG: itswista SubStack: wordswithwista

This week on Words With Wista, we’re running through absolute whiplash as a tragedy in Minnesota sparks protests, Denmark makes it clear that invading Greenland would be a very bad idea, and global tensions continue to escalate. We also get into a missing Chicago teacher, a heartbreaking family tragedy in South Florida, pastors claiming God wants Venezuela’s oil, and why OF “big checks” aren’t adding up like advertised. Plus, Finesse2Tymes revealing he’s turned to OF to pay his bills, Diddy’s finances coming into question, Spencer Pratt and Michael Rapaport teasing future mayor ambitions, toxic mom-group drama involving Ashley Tisdale and Hilary Duff, and Cardi B stepping in to defend Stefon Diggs. It’s heavy, messy, political, celebrity-filled, and very much a lot, so let’s talk about it. IG: itswista Substack: wordswithwista

New year, same chaos. This episode breaks down reports surrounding Venezuela’s president and serious questions about U.S. involvement, Zohran Mamdani’s first days as NYC mayor and the immediate political backlash, and why the alcohol industry is losing billions as younger generations opt out. We also get into post-holiday layoff warnings, a tragic New Year’s party at a Swiss ski resort, privacy concerns over biometric data in NYC grocery stores, and relationships that take a dangerous turn. Plus, major headlines involving athletes, the end of MTV’s music-only channels, and a celebrity feud fueled by AI. Politics, culture, and consequences all collide to start the year loud. IG: itswista Substack: wordswithwista