ABOUT ZEITGEIST

Willie Geist has maintained since 1996 that the Internet, like the automobile and the television before it, is a fad. He gets his information from microfiche at the public library and communicates with friends through the good old-fashioned United States Postal Service, thank you very much.

So then why is he blogging? Two words: community service. After an ugly incident at his weekly Sudoku game, Willie was sentenced to speak to young people about anger management. He heard that "young people" looked at the Internet, so the blog became his punishment. It's Willie's way of giving back.

In Zeitgeist, you'll find the kind of expert analysis of news and pop culture that has made Willie one of the most beloved figures in American life today (you can look it up). You'll also get raw, behind-the-scenes footage from MSNBC. You'll even get to talk back to Willie. So give the blog a try and catch the Internet fad before it's gone for good.



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Elton John calls for Internet boycott

Posted: Thursday, August 02, 2007 4:22 PM by Jen Brown
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Elton John wants to shut down the Internet for five years. Willie Geist threatens to retaliate with a ban of the bejeweled clothing industry.

Plus,  a radio station takes live, unfiltered calls for OJ Simpson (bad idea), one man goes to extremes to get his liquor fix and Willie answers viewer mail.  WATCH VIDEO

 

 

 

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Lamenting Lindsay Lohan

Posted: Tuesday, July 24, 2007 5:12 PM by Hardball
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Utter shock gripped the nation Tuesday following the news of Lindsay Lohan's latest DUI arrest.  ZeitGeist field reporter Willie Geist is "on the scene" outside the Santa Monica Police Department where Lohan was booked for DUI and possession. Watch Video

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They're back...

Posted: Monday, July 16, 2007 4:31 PM by Jen Brown
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Now that Lindsay Lohan is out of rehab, the Axis of Evil that is Paris, Britney and Lindsay is back in business!

Plus, the $54 million dry cleaning law suit that won’t go away and a ZeitGeist travel tip. WATCH VIDEO

 

 

 

 

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The ZeitGeist 'Harry Potter exclusive'

Posted: Monday, July 09, 2007 4:35 PM by Jen Brown
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Is Daniel Radcliffe really too old to play Harry Potter?  MSNBC's Willie Geist asks the man himself.

Plus, what's behind the heat wave that's been sweeping the nation?  Could it be...summer? 

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Were you at the strip club when 'Sopranos' ended?

Posted: Monday, June 11, 2007 3:50 PM by Jen Brown
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How many people can say they were at the real life Bada Bing strip club during ‘The Sopranos’ finale? Answer: Several hundred people from N.J. 

Plus, some advice for Lindsay Lohan as we count down the dyas until her 21st birthday. WATCH VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

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This one's for you, Paris

Posted: Monday, June 04, 2007 2:41 PM by Jen Brown
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 This week's ZeitGeist movie review is dedicated to Paris Hilton.  We'll try to be strong while you're away, Paris.  Plus, in sporting news, a minor league manager sets a shining example for the kids and one man takes eating to a whole new level. WATCH VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

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Joey Buttafuoco finds love again

Posted: Monday, May 14, 2007 3:17 PM by Jen Brown
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To the teachers who staged a gun attack during a class trip...what were you thinking?!?! 

Plus, the True American Love story between Joey Buttafuoco and Amy Fisher continues.

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The persecution of Paris

Posted: Monday, May 07, 2007 12:51 PM by Jen Brown
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Why is "The Man" coming down on Paris Hilton while those who get married in Spidey costumes are permitted to roam free? 

Plus, the debut of the Willie Geist stationary bike interview, guest starring Tucker Carlson.  WATCH VIDEO

 

 

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