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Podcast: The Update with Brandon Julien
Episode: The Update- January 7th
Description: The Mamdani era is officially underway, which means New York is doing what it does best: observing closely, judging quietly, and preparing a spreadsheet of side-eye. We check in on the early vibes, the symbolism, and whether this feels like the start of something new—or just the first episode before the tone shift. Meanwhile, children continue to expose the fact that adults are not in charge of anything. Between fake iPhones, elaborate loopholes, and behavior that suggests long-term strategic planning, we ask the important question: are kids secret geniuses… or have we simply underestimated how clever boredom can make...