Stranger Things 5.1 – Spoiler Alert Galore Read More »
PodcastsI can’t stress this enough: This is a SPOILER ALERT episode. A CrossTheStreams Media Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
86% of America agrees – Members of Congress Shouldn’t Trade Stocks. They Do it Anyway. Read More »
BlogPosts, Current EventsMany of our elected politicians are reportedly making millions of dollars by trading stocks, sometimes under the names of their spouses or children. Democrats and Republicans (not all) are participating in the stock market, and every transaction by a politician can be found online, where rankings of who trades what
Mom, why did you get divorced? Read More »
PodcastsBella and her Mom make a return to the podcast after the very first episode! With divorce now a weight on two generations, Bella’s mom talks about some of the sacrifices, challenges, regrets, and the decisions that had to be made, which at the time were hard but ultimately proved
Over the course of the second term of the Trump administration so far, executive orders have been a major tool in the drastic decisions that are deeply unpopular.
4: Polite and Respectful Rejections Sound Like This Guy Read More »
PodcastsBella is literally in the middle of a text conversation to “break up” with a Tinder guy whom she has never met in person, and writes her final text to close the chapter. What followed was a phone call, text, three voice notes, and then a final text. Still, all
Ask Gen Alpha or Gen-Z about YouTuber Ryan Trahan, and they probably know who he is. With over 21 million subscribers on YouTube, this family-friendly creator is taking a cross-country road trip with his wife, Haley Pham. These two young 20-somethings have charmed their audiences with their newlywed cuteness, keeping
A Light Month For Executive Orders in June 2025 Read More »
BlogPosts, Culture, Current EventsFollowing a busy month for executive orders signed in May, June was relatively quiet with orders that didn’t gain much traction across the media landscape. The TikTok ban made its way back into the spotlight, with another extension of the ban signed through September 2025. Syria is back in the
1: What the F is a Pay Pig? Read More »
PodcastsOn this episode, we travel down the rabbit hole to explore the world of pay pigs and financial domination, including the psychological dynamics, ethical considerations, and societal perceptions surrounding these kinks.We eventually found ourselves building an AI character on an NSFW website to ask her about the possibility of World
The List of Executive Orders signed by President Trump in May Read More »
BlogPosts, Current EventsIn May 2025, several Executive Orders were signed addressing diverse issues such as religious liberty, defunding biased media, biological research safety, and prescription drug pricing. Although the immediate impact appears limited, long-term consequences may emerge. Key initiatives include supporting veterans, easing regulations, and revitalizing the nuclear energy sector for national security.
The $7.25/Hr. Minimum Wage Has Not Changed Since 2009 Read More »
BlogPosts, Current Events, People, PopularThe $25 Minimum Wage was the rumor, but Trump Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says “no” to raising $7.25 minimum wage.
8: 129 Ways to Get a Husband (in 1958) Read More »
PodcastsDon’t take a job in a company run by women. Be friendly to ugly men. If he is rich, tell him you like his money. 1958 was….different to say the least. Bella reads the 129 Ways to Get a Husband, then Melissa jumps in to fit as many 50s slang
A 3rd term, a $250 bill, and more proposed by House Republicans in 2025 Read More »
BlogPosts, Current Events, Featured Blog Post, PopularPresident Trump recently verbally confirmed he would not seek a third term, but that hasn’t stopped Republican Representative Andrew Ogles in the House from proposing a House Joint Resolution to allow it.
/ 4 minutes of reading / 04/07/2025 Conspiracy or Coincidence? Luigi Mangione Fans Speculate About the Meaning of “286” Read More »
BlogPosts, Conspiracies, Current Events, Featured Blog Post, People, PopularIt didn’t take long for internet sleuths to dive down the rabbit hole of conspiracies surrounding the arrest of Luigi Mangione for the murder of the health insurance CEO. His criminal case became a worldwide obsession, especially for the true crime junkies – and they have been hard at work
7: The dating and marriage side of Reddit is some hot tea Read More »
PodcastsThis was the first time I used AI to summarize the episode so I am curious as to how it will turn out… In this conversation, Melissa and Bella explore various aspects of dating culture, relationships, and the challenges faced in American society. Throughout the discussion, they share personal anecdotes
This amendment is pretty straightforward in its original text, but not all free speech is protected. Advocacy groups like the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) make it their mission to protect free speech when those rights may have been infringed upon. With the invention of the internet and social media, understanding what the First Amendment means is more complicated than ever.
2: Research Wrap-Up: My Experiences on Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge Read More »
PodcastsAfter over a year on Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble trying the different features, going on dates, and learning how to put my foot down, it is finally time to consider this round of dating app research complete. These are my takeaways. Oh and a cautionary tale about checking the boxes
If Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary is anything like its 40th, celebrities in Hollywood will be extra hungover on Monday. SNL is going to be live on Sunday, February 16, at 8 PM Eastern for the official Anniversary Special on NBC and Peacock, complete with a televised red carpet leading
The Declaration of Independence is Relevant Today, but for Very Different Reasons Read More »
BlogPosts, Current Events, Featured Blog PostWhat does the Declaration of Independence really mean?
1: Reviewing Dating Horror Stories from TikTok Read More »
PodcastsHave any bad dates lately? Hopefully they didn’t go as bad as the ones we review on this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A TikTok Ban, a Ceasefire, a Farewell, and More from Week 2 of 2025 Read More »
BlogPosts, Current Events, Featured Blog PostAfter a dramatic and deadly first week of the year, week 2 brought some leftovers from last week. The fires are still burning, and the politicians are still politicking. This week, there was an official Israel-Hamas ceasefire, a ban on TikTok, and President Biden gave his farewell address to the nation that came with a dark warning.