Daily Briefing
What the Culture's Talking About
January 9, 2026 • 6 minutes • Hosted by Victoria
Today's Briefing
Episode #145
About This Episode
Securing the bag starts here: Your tax refund could be $1,000 fatter this year. Plus, we spill the tea on Muni Long’s court fight and the biggest drama shaking up 'The Traitors.'
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