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Pam Bondi’s fiery testimony on Capitol Hill turns into a masterclass in what not to do under pressure. We break down her emotional clashes with Raskin and Nadler, the so-called “burn book” controversy, and why the Epstein files rollout has been a communications disaster. Plus: the SAVE Act passes the House with near-unanimous GOP support—so why are Democrats still screaming “Jim Crow 2.0”? We’ve got the Scott Jennings CNN clip that shut it all down. Also: Tom Homan’s Minnesota victory lap, the FAA’s Mylar balloon panic, and Mirabelle Vance stealing hearts at the Winter Olympics.🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app, or watch the full video on Substack. Paid subscribers get this episode ad-free the moment it drops. Not a paid subscriber yet? You’re missing out on our unfiltered archive and monthly live streams.Subscribe nowEpisode HighlightsPam Bondi’s testimony disaster: Emotional outbursts, deflections about the Dow Jones, and why her performance is hurting the administrationSAVE Act breakdown: Voter ID passes the House—Democrats call it racist, polling says otherwiseScott Jennings delivers: The CNN moment where he exposed the hypocrisy of “disenfranchisement” talking pointsOperation Metro Surge: Homan announces 4,000+ apprehensions and local cooperation in MinnesotaThe “burn book” controversy: Should the DOJ track what lawmakers search in classified documents?FAA balloon panic: How a Mylar party balloon shut down El Paso airspaceOlympics cuteness: Mirabelle Vance is America’s Prince LouisFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Cold Open: Hakeem Jeffries warns Democrats to behave00:39 Intro & Galentine’s Day banter07:38 FAA balloon panic in El Paso10:29 Tom Homan’s Minnesota press conference12:33 DHS shutdown drama & Democrat overreach16:53 SAVE Act passes: Voter ID fight begins19:00 Katherine Clark’s “women can’t get IDs” argument26:57 Scott Jennings DESTROYS the racism talking point30:33 Democrats’ racism card is expiring37:44 Pam Bondi’s disastrous testimony begins45:19 Bondi deflects to... the Dow Jones?49:03 Bondi vs. Thomas Massie on Epstein files54:56 The “burn book” controversy explained1:03:25 Olympics: Mirabelle Vance steals hearts1:06:46 Melania gets wooed in Milan1:09:12 Olympic drama: Cheating confessions & disqualifications1:12:34 OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Super Bowl halftime show ignited a firestorm—but not for the reasons you’d expect. Mercedes breaks down Bad Bunny’s politically charged performance, the cultural messaging most Americans missed, and why she’s “annoyed with everyone.” Plus: the latest Epstein file chaos, why the document dumps are creating more confusion than clarity, and Howard Lutnick’s testimony on Capitol Hill. We wrap with a viral Megyn Kelly clip contrasting Michelle Obama’s complaints with JD Vance’s gratitude—and what it reveals about how each party views public service.🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app, or watch the full video on Substack. Paid subscribers get this episode ad-free the moment it drops. Not a paid subscriber yet? You’re missing out on our unfiltered archive and monthly live streams.Subscribe nowEpisode HighlightsSuper Bowl Halftime Breakdown: Mercedes offers rare insider perspective on Bad Bunny’s politically loaded performance—what American audiences missed and why Puerto Ricans aren’t universally celebratingThe “Fake American” Problem: Why conservative critiques of the halftime show went off the rails and undermined legitimate criticismEpstein Files Reality Check: Thomas Massey’s unredacted revelations, the AI redaction failures, and why this document dump may never satisfy anyoneLutnick on the Hot Seat: Parsing the Commerce Secretary nominee’s testimony about his Epstein connections—and what it reveals about elite circlesMichelle Obama vs. JD Vance: A viral clip exposes the starkest contrast in how Democrats and Republicans view sacrifice and public serviceFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Intro & Rachel's Chaotic Morning03:00 Super Bowl Halftime Show Breakdown13:00 The Political Messaging Americans Missed28:30 Epstein Files: What's Actually Happening45:00 Why Public Document Dumps Are Dangerous53:00 Howard Lutnick's Capitol Hill Testimony73:00 Michelle Obama vs. JD Vance: The Gratitude Gap81:00 Closing Thoughts & What's NextSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are Republicans losing the messaging war before the midterms even begin? This week, Meseidy and Rachel break down a Ross Douthat commentary that’s rattling normie conservatives—and why the anxiety might be overblown. They cover the Texas state Senate seat flip that has GOP strategists sweating, how the Trump administration adjusted course in Minneapolis after initial missteps, and whether the “far-right” label even applies. Plus: Washington Post lays off a third of its staff, and corporate journalists are flooding Substack (should indie creators be worried?). And in peak cringe news, Kamala Harris relaunches her social media machine as “Headquarters”—a Gen Z-led progressive content hub that’s already fumbling the rollout. The ladies share why they’re cautiously pessimistic about 2026 but more hopeful for 2028.🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app, or watch the full video on Substack. Paid subscribers get this episode ad-free the moment it drops. Not a paid subscriber yet? You’re missing out on our unfiltered archive and monthly live streams.Subscribe nowEpisode HighlightsRoss Douthat’s warning: Why even pro-Trump conservatives are nervous about midterm opticsTexas Senate flip: What a split Republican ticket in a reliably red district actually meansMinneapolis pivot: How the administration course-corrected on ICE enforcement messagingWashington Post collapse: One-third of staff gone—and they’re heading to SubstackKamala’s cringe relaunch: “Headquarters” debuts with a middle-finger emoji and outdated Gen Z humorFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeChapters00:00 – Welcome Back + Recording Disasters02:57 – Who Is Ross Douthat?06:06 – Listening to Douthat’s Commentary09:40 – Texas Senate Seat Flip Explained13:05 – What the Split Ticket Means15:42 – Douthat on Trump’s Messaging Problems19:11 – Minneapolis: What Actually Happened20:36 – Trump’s Fox Interview on ICE Enforcement22:11 – Midterm Predictions: Should We Panic?26:08 – Democrats Overplaying Their Hand?30:44 – Economy, Optics, and Low-Information Voters34:45 – Gender Ideology: The Tide Is Turning37:40 – De-Transitioner Wins $2M Verdict43:03 – Washington Post Layoffs: One-Third Gone48:15 – Legacy Media’s Original Sin50:35 – Corporate Journalists Flooding Substack56:00 – Heather Cox Richardson’s Substack Dominance59:28 – Kamala Harris Relaunches as “Headquarters”1:04:11 – The Rollout Is Already Fumbling1:11:11 – Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Missing1:13:24 – Wrap-Up + SubscribeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Foreign policy expert Amanda Peterson returns to break down the most pressing global developments. With massive protests rocking Iran and a high-stakes meeting in Istanbul this Friday featuring Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, what’s Trump’s endgame? Amanda explains why these protests are different, whether the regime is truly threatened, and what US strikes might actually look like. Then the conversation shifts to China: Why did the Pentagon downgrade Beijing as a threat? And why are we selling H200 AI chips to our biggest competitor? Is this strategic positioning ahead of April trade talks—or something more corrupt? Plus: Are global companies hedging their bets between a “rising” China and a “falling” America? Amanda and the hosts don’t hold back. This is the foreign policy breakdown you won’t get from mainstream media.🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app, or watch the full video on Substack. Paid subscribers get this episode ad-free the moment it drops. Not a paid subscriber yet? You’re missing out on our unfiltered archive and monthly live streams.Subscribe nowEpisode HighlightsIran’s regime under pressure: Why these protests are different—and why Trump’s messaging mattersIstanbul meeting breakdown: What Witkoff and Kushner are walking into this FridayThe AI chip question: Why selling H200s to China makes zero strategic sense—unless corruption is involvedPentagon’s China downgrade: What the National Defense Strategy actually says vs. what the media claimsMultipolar world reality check: Are countries and corporations hedging between the US and China?Houskeeping!Follow Us On Youtube!YouTubeChapters0:00 - Cold Open: The AI Chip Atomic Bomb Analogy0:59 - Episode Intro & Amanda Peterson Welcome3:10 - What's Happening in Iran Right Now5:03 - History of Iran's Islamic Revolution8:18 - Why These Protests Are Different10:09 - Trump's Approach vs. Obama's Iran Deal Disaster12:53 - Are the Protests Nationwide This Time?16:05 - The Istanbul Meeting: What's Really at Stake18:22 - Why Would Gulf States Want a Weak Iran?21:28 - Will There Be US Strikes on Iran?27:31 - Is a Deal Coming This Friday?30:37 - Why This Won't Be a Quick Operation32:11 - China: Did the Pentagon Really Downgrade the Threat?36:09 - The H200 AI Chip Deal Nobody Can Defend41:18 - "This Is Like the Atomic Bomb Race"43:09 - Is This Corruption or Strategy?45:36 - Are Countries Hedging Between US and China?49:17 - Closing Thoughts & Where to Follow AmandaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tom Homan takes charge in Minneapolis as new video destroys the Alex Preti “peaceful nurse” narrative. We break down the footage showing Preti kicking federal vehicles and spitting at officers just days before the fatal shooting—and why the media won’t touch it. Plus, the FBI just raided Fulton County’s election offices with saws and crowbars, seizing 2020 ballots after years of stonewalling. Why was Tulsi Gabbard lurking in the shadows? Democrats are in full meltdown mode, and Mark Warner is already crying foul. We also discuss nurses gone wild with activist content, MSNow AI-enhanced photos, and a 2010 Obama clip that aged like milk. The Senate budget vote failed, a government shutdown looms, and the narrative is shifting fast.Episode HighlightsHoman takes Minneapolis: Border czar announces targeted operations will continue while roving enforcement scales back—but only if local officials cooperatePreti video drops: Footage from January 13 shows him kicking federal vehicles and spitting at officers, undermining the “innocent nurse” narrativeFulton County raided: FBI seizes 2020 ballots after county ignored multiple DOJ requests—Tulsi Gabbard spotted on-site in all blackNurses gone rogue: Multiple healthcare workers caught posting content about poisoning officers and slipping them laxatives on datesMSNBC’s AI edit: Network caught using digitally enhanced photo of Preti—made him look darker, more handsome, and more fitObama’s immigration take: 2010 clip resurfaces showing him sounding exactly like Trump on border enforcementBudget battle: Senate test vote fails as Democrats push to separate DHS funding from spending billHouskeeping!Starting TOMORROW, January 31, we will be taking the monthly UnFiltered episodes LIVE to our paying subscribers. Set your calendars for the last Monday of the month at 11:30 am for UnFiltered LIVE here on Substack. We will go a little off the rails and open it up for questions from our paying subscribers!Time to UpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Cold Open & Intro03:30 Subscriber Shoutout: Saturday Live Unfiltered06:04 Minneapolis Update: Homan Takes Charge12:54 NEW VIDEO: Alex Preti Kicks Federal Vehicle & Spits at Officers17:24 Media Cope: AI Claims, Warren's Speech & Family Confirms19:16 Nurses Gone Rogue: Activists in Healthcare Exposed24:35 MSNBC's AI-Enhanced Preti Photo26:02 Homan Press Conference: What's Changing in Minneapolis32:54 Obama 2010 Immigration Clip vs. Today's Democrats37:43 Philadelphia DA Claims ICE Isn't Legitimate42:32 Budget Battle & Government Shutdown Looms45:44 Electoral College Nightmare for Blue States47:52 FBI RAIDS Fulton County Election Office57:58 Tulsi Gabbard Spotted at the Raid59:21 Mark Warner's Meltdown & 2026 Narrative Setup01:04:16 Foreign Policy Rapid Fire & Wrap-UpSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Minneapolis Border Patrol shooting has exposed a coordinated effort to obstruct federal immigration enforcement—and the administration’s response made everything worse. We break down what actually happened to Alex Pretti versus what DHS claimed, why Kristi Noem and Bovino’s press conference was a disaster, and the Signal chat networks organizing real-time interference with ICE operations. Plus: Tom Homan gets deployed to Minnesota, Tim Walz compares law enforcement to Nazis, and why this feels like 2020 all over again. We’re calling it like we see it—even when that means criticizing our own side.Episode HighlightsThe Alex Pretti shooting: What the videos actually show vs. what DHS claimed happenedWhy Bovino and Kristi Noem’s press conference was a catastrophic misrepresentationSignal chat networks exposed: How activists are coordinating to track and obstruct ICE in real timeTom Homan deployed to Minnesota as administration scrambles to course-correctTim Walz invokes Nazi comparisons—and the dangerous permission structure that createsThe 2020 playbook returns: Struggle sessions, emotional manipulation, and demands for public fealtyWhy midterm strategy matters more than ever right nowHouskeeping!Starting Saturday, January 31, we will be taking the monthly UnFiltered episodes LIVE to our paying subscribers. Set your calendars for the last Monday of the month at 11:30 am for UnFiltered LIVE here on Substack. We will go a little off the rails and open it up for questions from our paying subscribers!Time to UpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeListen For Free at 6pmGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 - Storm updates & Trump's Iowa trip03:48 - Housekeeping: How to support the show07:58 - Minneapolis shooting: What actually happened to Alex Pretti11:19 - The video evidence vs. the DHS narrative18:17 - Bovino & Noem's disastrous press conference21:44 - Why this messaging failure matters25:23 - The administration's credibility problem28:03 - Social media meltdown: 2020 all over again31:58 - Tim Walz compares ICE to Nazis37:13 - The emotional manipulation playbook returns45:02 - Progressive white women and the permission structure for violence49:49 - BREAKING: Trump deploys Homan to Minnesota54:20 - Frey's response: "We will not cooperate"56:20 - Is Bovino out? Administration shakeup rumors1:00:00 - Signal chat infiltration: How activists track ICE1:05:26 - Hotel incidents and local PD's different responses1:13:28 - Midterm implications: Why strategy matters now1:19:10 - Wrap-up & Saturday live announcementSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Anti-ICE protesters stormed a Minneapolis church during Sunday worship—and the media wants you focused on everything except what actually happened. This week, we break down the chaos in Minnesota: from the DOJ’s FACE Act investigation to the “rapid response” vigilante networks profiling random citizens as federal agents. We examine the cases making headlines, what’s being left out of the reporting, and why Tim Walz stayed silent for 36 hours. Plus: the legal realities of due process that no one seems to understand, the difference between administrative and judicial warrants, and what happens when governors play chicken with federal law enforcement. One year into Trump’s second term, the battle lines are drawn—and Minneapolis is ground zero.Episode HighlightsDOJ launches investigation into church protest under FACE Act and KKK Act provisionsAnti-ICE “rapid response” networks caught profiling citizens based on appearance and vehicle typeTim Walz’s 36-hour silence—and his contradictory statements on political violenceLegal breakdown: administrative warrants vs. judicial warrants and what due process actually meansMinnesota National Guard on standby as tensions escalate between state and federal authoritiesHouskeeping!Starting Saturday, January 31, we will be taking the monthly UnFiltered episodes LIVE to our paying subscribers. Set your calendars for the last Monday of the month at 11:30 am for UnFiltered LIVE here on Substack. We will go a little off the rails and open it up for questions from our paying subscribers!Time to UpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeListen For Free at 6pmGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters0:00 - Intro & Trump's One-Year Anniversary1:01 - Foreign Policy Chaos: Greenland, Canada & Davos5:17 - Become a Subscriber6:37 - Minneapolis: The Church Protest10:41 - Inside the Disruption (Video Breakdown)15:21 - Don Lemon Confronts the Pastor16:20 - The Devaluation of Sacred Spaces20:02 - DOJ Investigation: FACE Act Explained24:11 - The FACE Act's History & Republican Amendment30:21 - Rapid Response Networks & Vigilante Profiling32:45 - Mistaken Identity: Tech Workers at Clancy's Deli35:30 - Man Interrogated for Renting an SUV41:45 - Case Study: Garrison Gibson's Arrest50:53 - Case Study: Man Detained in Shorts57:30 - Obama vs. Trump: Media Double Standards1:03:45 - Walz, Fry & the National Guard Standoff1:10:06 - What Happens Next?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Republicans have a second reconciliation bill ready—and we got four members of Congress to break it down.We traveled to Capitol Hill to sit down with Rep. Mark Alford, Rep. Eric Burlison, Rep. Stephanie Bice, and Rep. Ben Cline from the Republican Study Committee. They walked us through the “Make the American Dream Affordable Again” package: mortgage portability, MAHA health accounts, paid family leave without federal mandates, and energy deregulation that can’t be undone by the next president.Plus: Minneapolis is in chaos after an ICE officer defended himself against three attackers—and the media is running with “ICE shoots man.” We break down the spin, Trump’s Insurrection Act threat, and why the mayor of Minneapolis is making everything worse.Episode HighlightsExclusive interviews with four RSC members on the second reconciliation bill’s housing, healthcare, and energy provisionsMortgage portability explained: How you could take your interest rate with you when you moveMAHA accounts: Rep. Burlison’s health savings plan developed with RFK Jr.’s team—covers insurance, healthy food, and gym membershipsConservative paid family leave: Rep. Bice’s state-incentivized approach (6 weeks minimum, no federal mandate)Minneapolis chaos: ICE officer shoots man in self-defense after being attacked by three—media frames it as brutalityCapital gains tax elimination for sellers who sell to first-time homebuyersEnergy deregulation: Codifying permits so the next administration can’t yank themFollow Us Now On Youtube!Houskeeping!Starting Saturday, January 31, we will be taking the monthly UnFiltered episodes LIVE to our paying subscribers. Set your calendars for the last Monday of the month at 11:30 am for UnFiltered LIVE here on Substack. We will go a little off the rails and open it up for questions from our paying subscribers! UpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!30% off Annual Subscription!Get R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro & Catching Up2:30 New Intro Reveal4:30 Minneapolis ICE Situation & Media Spin12:00 Mayor Frey's Disastrous Response15:30 Caroline Levitt vs. The Hill17:00 Foreign Policy Update (Greenland, Venezuela, Iran)22:00 Why We Went to DC24:00 What Is Reconciliation? (Rep. Cline Explains)28:00 Can Republicans Herd the Cats? (Rep. Alford)32:00 Housing Crisis: First-Time Buyers at 4135:00 Mortgage Portability Explained40:00 Capital Gains Tax Relief for First-Time Buyers45:00 Rep. Cline on Obamacare's Destruction of Healthcare48:00 MAHA Accounts: Insurance + Food + Fitness (Rep. Burlison)55:00 Paid Family Leave the Conservative Way (Rep. Bice)62:00 Energy Deregulation & Codifying Permits68:00 Rep. Alford's Economic Prediction70:00 Call to Action: Contact Your RepSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rivera and Reeves return for 2026 with their first episode, tackling the biggest stories from their month-long hiatus. Meseidy and Rachel break down Trump’s foreign policy moves in Greenland, Venezuela, and Iran—explaining why it all connects back to China and Russia. They analyze the Minneapolis ICE shooting that killed activist Rebecca Good, cutting through the political spin from both sides. Plus: Tim Walz drops out of the governor race amid the Somali fraud scandal, and Elizabeth Warren wants Democrats to go further left. The hosts reunite in person to deliver their trademark unfiltered analysis on why the media keeps getting these stories wrong. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.Episode HighlightsTrump’s “Art of the Deal” diplomacy: Why Greenland, Venezuela, and Iran all connect to countering China and RussiaMinneapolis ICE shooting analysis: What the law actually says vs. what activists believeTim Walz exits the governor race as Minnesota fraud scandal expandsElizabeth Warren pushes Democrats further left on affordability and ICE fundingWhy the UAE won’t send students to the UK anymore (yes, really)Kamala Harris doubles down on supporting Tim Walz despite her book’s implicationsEpisode HighlightsUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters0:00 We're Back! First Episode of 20262:30 Why We Were Delayed (Trump Bombed Venezuela)5:25 Greenland: Will Trump Actually Invade?11:10 Art of the Deal Diplomacy Explained13:45 Why Greenland Matters for National Security16:15 Venezuela: Maduro Captured, What's Next?19:30 Iran's Role in the Russia-China Alliance23:30 Iran's Potential as a Future Ally27:30 Democrats' Form of "Imperialism"30:55 Minneapolis: Tim Walz Drops Out34:35 The Rebecca Good Shooting Breakdown42:00 What the Law Actually Says About ICE Encounters47:00 Activists Don't Understand Legal Consequences50:50 Democrats Want to Defund ICE (Again) 53:00 Elizabeth Warren Goes Further Left55:30 Q&A with Live AudienceSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pentagon press briefings just got a major shakeup—and the new faces asking questions might surprise you. Meseidy and Rachel break down the controversial media restrictions at the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth’s mounting controversies, including “Boat Strike Gate” and the Signal scandal, and the explosive showdown brewing between Candace Owens and Turning Point USA. Plus: why Candace’s conspiracy-driven investigation into Charlie Kirk’s assassination is more dangerous than anyone’s admitting, the real threats being ignored, and one host’s shocking confession about Christmas music that nearly derailed the entire finale.Episode HighlightsPentagon press corps overhaul: Legacy media walks out over new restrictions while right-wing influencers fill the room—but is this swing too far in the other direction?Hegseth under fire: New details emerge on the Venezuela boat strikes and the Inspector General’s report on classified information sharing via SignalCandace vs. TPUSA escalates: Blake Neff announces live debate to address Owens’ accusations point-by-point; Candace responds with conditionsThe cult mechanics at play: How Candace’s investigation tactics mirror prototypical cult behavior and why her followers can’t see itReal threats being ignored: Why obsession with conspiracy theories distracts from the actual rise in left-wing political violenceUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters0:00 Intro & Episode Overview2:02 January 6th Pipe Bombing Arrest6:05 Pentagon Press Corps Shakeup Explained10:40 Who’s Actually in the Room Now?14:22 The Problem With Softball Questions19:26 CNN’s Elitist Response21:50 New Details on Venezuela Boat Strikes24:56 Signal Gate: Hegseth’s IG Report28:43 Candace Owens vs. TPUSA: The Full Story34:40 Blake Neff’s Challenge & Video Response37:06 Candace’s Response: Why She Won’t Go In Person42:09 The Cult Mechanics Explained47:23 Real Threats Being Ignored53:06 Final Thoughts on the Debate54:06 Christmas Music Segment (Pure Chaos)1:02:00 Season Finale Wrap-UpSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Minnesota’s billion-dollar fraud scandal finally breaks into mainstream coverage—and the timing couldn’t be worse for Tim Walz’s gubernatorial hopes. We break down the largest social program fraud in U.S. history, the DC National Guard shooting by an Afghan national that prompted Trump to suspend asylum, and why Tennessee’s special election has both parties panicking. Plus: Pete Hegseth’s “double tap” controversy gets the New York Times fact-check treatment, and Melania’s White House Christmas decorations prove elegance still exists in Washington. No spin, no excuses—just the stories the legacy media keeps burying.Episode HighlightsDC Attack Exposes Vetting Crisis: Afghan national shoots two West Virginia National Guard members near White House; one killed, sparking immediate asylum suspension$1 Billion Minnesota Fraud Scandal: Somali community members convicted in massive social program abuse while Tim Walz deflects responsibility ahead of governor’s raceTennessee’s Warning Shot: Special election in Trump+22 district becomes unexpectedly competitive as Democrat Afton Bain floods Nashville with progressive messagingMedia Does Actual Journalism: New York Times fact-checks Washington Post’s Hegseth “war crime” claims in rare display of editorial rivalryChristmas at the White House: Melania’s elegant holiday decorations stand in stark contrast to last year’s tap-dancing Broadway extravaganzaUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Reflections02:56 Current Events and News Updates05:34 Shooting Incident and Its Implications08:34 Discussion on Immigration and Vetting Processes11:28 Minnesota Fraud Scandal Overview14:33 Investigative Journalism and Political Accountability17:17 Cultural Challenges and Assimilation Issues20:03 Social Safety Net Abuse and Its Consequences23:01 Conclusion and Future Implications30:36 The Oversight of Pandemic Assistance Fraud33:44 Race Sensitivity and Political Accountability36:29 Whistleblowers and Corruption in Minnesota39:26 The Impact of Political Fear on Crime Reporting42:17 Cultural Dynamics and Community Responsibility45:23 Immigration, Assimilation, and Community Dynamics51:27 Tennessee Special Election: A Shift in Political Landscape01:03:34 The Numbers Game in Elections01:07:02 The Impact of Transplants on Local Politics01:08:11 Venezuela Boat Strike Controversy01:16:40 Christmas Traditions and First Ladies01:25:05 Media Narratives and Political HealthSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When Democrats tell the military to defy the commander-in-chief and Trump responds with “seditious behavior,” you know things are getting spicy. Meseidy and Rachel break down the bizarre congressional video urging service members to refuse “unspecified illegal orders,” new Fox News polling showing economic concerns at Trump’s doorstep, and the Epstein files claiming another Democrat. Plus: the real origin story of Thanksgiving (spoiler: it wasn’t the pilgrims), holiday traditions, and why you should never confuse hot Jamaican peppers with sweet ones. Consider this your pre-Turkey Day reality check.Episode HighlightsDemocrats’ controversial video urging military to defy Trump’s “illegal orders”—but what orders exactly?Trump’s Truth Social response, calling it “seditious behavior punishable by death” sparks fresh controversyFox News poll reveals troubling economic numbers: 76% rate national economy as “not so good or poor”Stacey Plaskett’s awkward defense of her Epstein connections on CNN and the House floorThe untold history of Thanksgiving: how a women’s magazine editor lobbied for 17 years to create a unifying national holidayThanksgiving disasters, Southern casseroles, and why stovetop stuffing is absolutely validUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeListen For Free at 6pmGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Thanksgiving Anticipation and Personal Preferences03:09 Podcast Schedule and Holiday Break05:55 Current Events and Thanksgiving Discussions08:50 Political Reactions and Military Orders11:43 Democratic Messaging and Military Concerns14:43 Trump’s Response and Political Climate17:43 Economic Concerns and Voter Sentiment24:59 Self-Inflicted Challenges and Economic Recovery28:42 Youth Perspectives on Government Involvement29:35 Epstein Transparency and Political Fallout33:37 Defending the Indefensible: Political Damage Control41:41 The Origins of Thanksgiving: A Unifying Holiday45:45 The Origins of Thanksgiving47:00 Thanksgiving Food Traditions49:53 Cultural Differences in Thanksgiving Celebrations51:16 Thanksgiving Mishaps and Memories58:38 Thanksgiving Recipes and Preparations01:02:56 Thanksgiving Family Traditions and CelebrationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is the GOP fighting the right battles? With the midterms approaching and Trump’s messaging under scrutiny, we’re breaking down what’s really driving Gen Z’s political nihilism—and it’s not what you think. Amanda joins Meseidy to dissect the affordability crisis, the H1B visa debate, healthcare time bombs, and why both parties are missing the mark with young voters. From Fuentes to tariffs to 50-year mortgages, we’re cutting through the noise to ask: can Republicans win on economics, or are they too busy fighting culture wars no one cares about?Episode HighlightsGen Z isn’t socialist or conservative—they just want change: Why young voters are open to radically different solutions and what that means for 2026The H1B visa debate exposed Trump’s messaging problem: Breaking down the real issue versus the nationalist backlashHealthcare is the new abortion: Why ACA subsidies will dominate the midterms and Republicans aren’t ready50-year mortgages and stimulus checks: When did the GOP become the party of gimmicks instead of solutions?The Fuentes-Tucker circus is really about 2028: How neocons are weaponizing controversies to undermine JD Vance’s futureUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Intro: Where’s Rachel?02:35 The Democrat civil war that wasn’t07:09 Who’s fighting for MAGA after Trump?11:36 What does Gen Z actually want?18:26 The affordability crisis no one’s solving26:03 Peter Thiel was right about millennials and socialism32:25 Trump’s foreign student visa comments42:43 The H1B debate: nationalism vs. pragmatism55:10 Why Trump’s “everything is great” messaging is backfiring1:00:46 50-year mortgages and stimulus checks: GOP gimmicks?1:09:24 Healthcare will decide the midterms1:20:37 MSNBC’s diversity ad disasterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s Election Day, and if you’re not already stress-eating, you will be by tonight. Rachel and Meseidy break down the Heritage Foundation’s disastrous week responding to Tucker Carlson’s Nick Fuentes interview, analyze why New York is about to elect a CAIR-backed socialist as mayor, and give their brutally honest predictions for Virginia, New Jersey, and New York races. Spoiler: Republicans had all the momentum after Trump’s win—and somehow managed to fumble it. Press play before the results come in.Episode HighlightsHeritage Foundation’s leadership crisis: Kevin Roberts’ controversial statement and the fallout that followedZoran Mondani’s socialist playbook: How CAIR funding and youth appeal could reshape Democratic politicsElection Day predictions: Virginia, New Jersey, and New York races analyzed with brutal honestyThe Republican messaging problem: Why economic issues are losing to personality-driven campaignsUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 - Intro and Election Day Setup04:30 - Heritage Foundation Crisis: Tucker, Fuentes, and Kevin Roberts20:29 - The Real Issue: Young Men and Conservative Messaging28:51 - Zoran Mondani’s Socialist Surge in NYC40:52 - CAIR Funding and Mondani’s Real Backers45:15 - Virginia, New Jersey, and Tonight’s Elections53:16 - 2028 Preview: Obama, Newsom, and the Democratic Bench59:46 - Final Predictions and Wrap-UpSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode and comments are open to everyone—we want to hear from you. If you value this work, consider becoming a paying subscriber.When 70% of Americans distrust the Democratic Party, should conservatives celebrate? Rachel and Meseidy unpack a bombshell study revealing how progressives are repackaging socialism with economic populism. Then, they tackle the Tucker Carlson-Nick Fuentes interview that’s dividing the right. Is platforming extremists without pushback a free speech issue or a wisdom problem? A raw, unfiltered conversation about the horseshoe effect threatening both parties—and why discernment matters more than ever.Episode HighlightsThe Democrat Brand Crisis: A new study shows 70% of Americans view Democrats as out of touch—but the real story is who makes up that 70%Socialism’s Rebrand: How DSA-backed candidates are dropping identity politics for economic populism inspired by pre-2020 Bernie SandersTucker’s Nick Fuentes Problem: Why platforming extremists without challenging their record creates dangerous revisionist historyThe Woke Right Warning: How the right risks repeating the left’s mistake by ignoring fringe movements until it’s too lateAmerica First or Authoritarian First?: Unpacking Nick Fuentes’ admiration for China, Stalin, and what his vision of “America First” actually meansUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters0:00 Intro: 70% of Americans Distrust Democrats—But There’s a Catch8:29 The Semaphore Study: Socialism’s Rebrand Strategy14:22 Democratic Socialists Are Coming to Your State26:01 Tucker Carlson’s Nick Fuentes Problem33:04 Why the Interview Wasn’t Journalism37:42 Nick Fuentes’ Actual Record on Race, Women, and Religion42:08 “America First” or Authoritarian Admiration?50:37 What Christians Should Know About Fuentes’ Theology58:26 The Horseshoe Effect: How the Right Risks Repeating the Left’s Mistakes1:04:31 Why Discernment Matters More Than Free Speech Absolutism1:09:05 Final Thoughts and Listener FeedbackSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Meseidy flies solo this week as Rachel scores last-minute access to Speaker Johnson’s daily press conference at the Capitol. We’re on day 28 of the government shutdown, with federal workers going unpaid, SNAP benefits on the chopping block, and trash piling up at national parks. Meanwhile, the Democrats and Republicans are pointing fingers while real Americans suffer the consequences.But it’s not all chaos: Trump is in Asia wrapping major trade deals with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam—all building to a critical summit with China’s Xi Jinping. The stakes? Getting China to buy U.S. soybeans again after purchasing zero this year, leaving American farmers with one of their biggest harvests and nowhere to sell it.⚡ SPECIAL ACCESS NOTE: Due to today’s schedule changes, we’re making this episode available to EVERYONE on Substack—including the video and comments section—normally reserved for paid subscribers on publication day. Free subscribers usually wait until the next day when it hits YouTube. Consider this our way of rolling with the chaos. 😉Episode HighlightsRachel gets Capitol access: Last-minute invitation to Speaker Johnson’s press conference as the government shutdown enters day 28Shutdown impact escalates: Federal workers unpaid, SNAP benefits at risk, national parks overwhelmed, and airport delays mountingTrump’s Asia trade push: New deals with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam—plus crucial summit with China’s Xi JinpingSoybean crisis explained: China has bought zero U.S. soybeans this year during one of the biggest harvests, devastating American farmersUnfiltered episode preview: The bizarre Pig War of 1859 and Trump’s White House lawn UFC fight compared to Teddy Roosevelt’s boxing matchesUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearUnFiltered 015 | The "Boar War" and UFC on the White House Lawn — How Trump Channels Teddy RooseveltMeseidy and Rachel ReevFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeListen For Free at 6pmGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Episode Changes02:52 Government Shutdown Impact06:11 Behind the Scenes: Unfiltered Episode Teasers08:36 Historical Anecdotes: The Pig War11:58 Modern Absurdities: UFC on the White House Lawn15:39 Conclusion and Call to ActionSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Meseidy and Rachel dive deep into the unfolding scandal surrounding Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner—a progressive darling whose deleted Reddit posts and controversial Nazi-adjacent tattoo have Democrats scrambling. From his anti-work communist manifestos to his involvement with socialist paramilitary groups, Platner’s past is catching up with his political ambitions. The hosts contrast the left’s defense of Platner with their relentless attacks on Republicans like Pete Hegseth, exposing the glaring double standard in American politics. They also tackle Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones’s text message scandal, Abigail Spanberger’s defensive interviews, and Jen Psaki’s bizarre comments about JD and Usha Vance. With Bernie Sanders still warning about oligarchy after 32 years and progressives embracing candidates they would have canceled last year, this episode reveals the left’s desperate strategy heading into 2026.Episode HighlightsMaine’s Nazi Problem: Progressive Senate candidate Graham Platner faces dual scandals—deleted Reddit posts revealing communist sympathies and a chest tattoo closely resembling the Nazi SS Totenkopf symbol used by concentration camp guardsSocialist Militia Leader: New reporting exposes Platner’s role recruiting for and training members of the Socialist Rifle Association, a far-left paramilitary group, during the 2020 unrestThe Double Standard: While Pete Hegseth faced weeks of scrutiny over a Jerusalem cross tattoo falsely labeled as extremist, Democrats are defending Platner’s actual Nazi-adjacent imagery as a “drunk mistake”Virginia’s Violence Problem: Attorney General candidate Jay Jones continues his campaign despite text messages joking about killing political opponents and their children, with Democratic leaders refusing to call for his withdrawalThe New Progressive Playbook: As younger, more radical candidates like Platner and Mom Donnie gain traction, Democrats are abandoning their purity tests in favor of a “win at any cost” mentality that mirrors Trump’s political strategyUpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates04:03 The Rise of Graham Platner09:48 Controversial Reddit Posts and Political Implications19:36 Tattoo Controversy and Public Perception22:48 The Politics of Forgiveness25:51 The Changing Landscape of Political Accountability29:20 The Extremes of Political Ideology30:59 Grassroots Movements and Political Dynamics38:03 The Role of Media in Political Scrutiny43:55 The Reckless Politics of Jay Jones46:56 Normalizing Political Violence50:58 The Rise of New Political Candidates54:10 The Importance of Affordability in Politics56:47 Critique of Political Rhetoric and Media01:03:30 The Ongoing Fight Against OligarchySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Buckle up, friends—this episode is PACKED. Rachel and Meseidy dive into the chaos of New York’s mayoral race where Zuhair Mondani is about to take the wheel (gulp), break down a terrifying discovery about a Hamas-linked illegal immigrant who lied his way into Louisiana, and dissect the “No Kings” protests that somehow managed to be both massive and completely aimless. Oh, and we’ve got to talk about that AI poop video Trump posted because, yes, that’s where we are as a country. From Caroline Levitt’s legendary “your mom” clapback to the Huffington Post, to Karine Jean-Pierre’s delusional book tour, to the rare earth deal with Australia that nobody’s talking about—we’re covering it all. Plus: why the shutdown messaging battle is harder for Republicans than it should be, what the Democrat party’s radical restructuring actually looks like, and why Rachel simultaneously loves and hates everything about this administration’s communication style. It’s exhausting, it’s infuriating, it’s occasionally hilarious, and honestly? We wouldn’t have it any other way.Episode HighlightsMondani’s Terrorist-Linked Imam Photo-Op - New York’s mayoral frontrunner poses with a Brooklyn imam connected to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing while refusing to condemn Hamas, and somehow Democrats think this is fine.Louisiana’s October 7th Participant - A Palestinian national who participated in the October 7th attacks lied on his visa application, waltzed into the US during the Biden administration, and was finally caught when Trump’s team started re-vetting applications.The “No Kings” Protest Data Drop - American University researchers reveal the typical DC protester was a 44-year-old white woman who heard about it on Instagram and literally couldn’t name a policy issue motivating her—just “Trump.”Caroline Levitt’s “Your Mom” Heard ‘Round the World - The 27-year-old White House Press Secretary responds to a Huffington Post hit piece setup with the most millennial comeback in political history, and honestly, we’re here for it.The Poop Video Discourse - Trump posts an AI video of himself dropping waste on protesters and somehow this becomes a 48-hour news cycle while the rare earth minerals deal with Australia gets completely ignored.UpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Busy Day at the White House03:02 Demolition and Controversy06:02 Trump’s National Guard Win09:05 New York Mayoral Race11:50 Mondani’s Controversial Connections17:32 Democratic Party Dynamics22:22 No Kings Protest Overview32:51 Protests and Participation Dynamics34:59 The Role of Trump in Political Mobilization36:11 Violence and Protest Rhetoric38:20 Signs of Discontent: Analyzing Protest Messages41:48 Counter-Protests and Public Engagement44:36 Understanding the Impact of Leadership on Protests47:44 The Permission Structure for Violence49:58 Funding and Organization of Protests54:25 Media Representation and Political Messaging01:02:46 The Impact of AI in Political Discourse01:07:48 Democratic Party Dynamics and Internal Struggles01:08:43 Humor and Controversy in Political Communication01:16:38 Policy vs. Style: Evaluating Trump’s Administration01:22:16 Global Politics and Future ImplicationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Grab your coffee and buckle up because this episode is a wild grab bag of everything happening right now. We’re doing the weave—connecting all the random chaos from Chicago ICE operations and leaked text threads to Pentagon press passes and the ever-expanding gold takeover of the White House.Mercedes breaks down what’s really happening with ICE in Chicago (spoiler: the headlines aren’t telling you the whole story), and we dive deep into those leaked Young Republicans messages versus actual calls for political violence from people running for office. Rachel gets fired up about the media’s selective outrage, and we both try to figure out where we stand on the Pentagon’s new press restrictions. Plus, we’re tracking the continued gilding of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue—and yes, it’s spreading beyond the Oval Office now.If you’re tired of pearl-clutching double standards and want the full context the legacy media won’t give you, this one’s for you. Also, there’s a cat pillow involved. You’ll see.Episode HighlightsChicago ICE Operations: The Full Story - What really happened with that car accident and pit maneuver that the media conveniently left out of their headlines.Pentagon Press Pass Drama - Why legacy media outlets are walking out over new access restrictions, and whether it’s actually the attack on press freedom they’re claiming it is.The Leaked Text Thread vs. Jay Jones - Gross racist messages from nobodies get wall-to-wall coverage while a Virginia AG candidate’s violent fantasies get defended by Democrats.Media Selective Outrage Masterclass - Tim Kaine performs Olympic-level mental gymnastics trying to justify why Jay Jones doesn’t need to drop out of the race.The Gilding Has Escaped - Trump’s gold obsession has officially breached containment and is now spreading through the White House breezeway (and we’re here for it).UpgradeSupport Rivera and Reeves for early, ad-free episodes! Get full videos, crystal-clear audio, and exclusive content a day before YouTube. Join now to stay ahead and help us stay independent. Upgrade today!Get 30% off for 1 yearFollow Us On Youtube!YouTubeGet R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 - Intro & Bernie’s Sombrero03:37 - What Really Happened in Chicago08:12 - The 30-Minute Chase & Crowd Response11:11 - Misleading Headlines & Missing Context15:17 - Portland Antifa Blocks ICE Vehicles18:22 - Governor Pritzker Threatens Prosecution23:06 - Pentagon Press Pass Controversy28:17 - The Spicer vs. Hanna Debate31:58 - Physical Restrictions & Information Handling35:25 - The Federalist Calls Out Media Hypocrisy36:43 - Leaked Young Republicans Text Thread39:03 - Strategic Reporting & Charlie Kirk42:51 - Nobody’s vs. Virginia AG Candidate45:30 - Tim Kaine Defends the Indefensible51:52 - The News Nation Town Hall Showdown56:24 - The Denouncement Game59:32 - Blue Sky Celebrated Charlie’s Death1:01:08 - The Gilding Has Escaped1:02:15 - Will He Guild the Entire White House?1:05:18 - Outro & Wrap-UpSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

From McDonald’s to making world peace — Trump just did THAT. While the president was brokering Middle East peace deals and reuniting hostages with their families, progressives back home couldn’t even bring themselves to say his name. We’re breaking down Trump’s whirlwind trip to Israel and Egypt, the ICONIC reception he got from the Knesset (standing ovations for days), and the absolutely surreal moment he asked them to pardon Bibi. Plus, the hostage reunion videos that had us ugly crying, why three real estate developers just accomplished what career diplomats couldn’t, and the deafening silence from the “ceasefire now” crowd who suddenly have nothing to say.But wait, there’s more! We’re diving into the National Guard deployments that nobody’s talking about, the ICE operations propaganda war, and how DHS just turned an SNL skit into their best recruitment ad yet. Gavin Newsom continues to be the worst, Democrats are trying to rebrand a historic peace deal as “just a ceasefire,” and we’re getting real about what happens when you have leaders who actually know how to close a deal.Buckle up — this one’s packed.Episode HighlightsThree Real Estate Developers Broker World Peace - Trump, Kushner, and Witkoff met directly with Hamas leadership in Egypt to close the Gaza peace deal — proving that sometimes you need dealmakers, not diplomats.The Hostage Reunions That Broke Us - Twenty hostages returned home after years in Hamas captivity, including the iconic couple from the motorcycle video and a father whose youngest daughter didn’t recognize him.The Ceasefire Crowd Goes Silent - Progressives who spent two years screaming about Palestine can’t even acknowledge the peace deal or say Trump’s name — almost like it was never really about peace.From SNL Mockery to DHS Recruitment Gold - The administration flipped Tina Fey’s Kristi Noem impression into a legitimately badass ICE operations ad that has people ready to enlist.The National Guard Deployments No One’s Discussing - Memphis has National Guard troops dealing with crime, and unlike Portland and Chicago, nobody’s talking about it — probably because it’s actually working.New ScheduleWe've completely restructured how we deliver content because you deserve better than the old system. Here's exactly how it works now and what it means for you:4:00 PM (Sometimes Earlier) - Paid subscribers get full episode (audio + video) ad-free on Substack6:00 PM - Free audio with ads goes live for everyone elseNext Day - Full video episode hits YouTube with our fresh new brandingWhy This Schedule Works BetterFor Paid Subscribers: You get the content when you want it, how you want it, without interruptions. 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Support the show and subscribe today!Get R&R Merch!Our official merchandise store is NOW OPEN! 🛍️ We've launched with our first four items to get things started, including coffee mugs, oversize t-shirt and a tote bag. You can check out everything available right now.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Presidential Arrival02:37 Gaza-Israel Peace Deal and Hostage Release06:15 Trump’s Reception in Israel08:25 Negotiations and Diplomatic Strategies11:19 The Role of Real Estate Developers in Diplomacy14:19 Criticism of Trump’s Peace Declaration17:09 Humor and Highlights from Trump’s Speech19:55 Bibi’s Legal Troubles and Trump’s Support23:13 Conclusion and Reflections on the Event28:59 The President’s Popularity and Global Perception30:35 Middle East Peace Negotiations: A New Approach32:44 Hostage Situations and Humanitarian Concerns38:02 Reunions and Emotional Responses39:13 The Silence of Activists and Political Responses41:27 Internal Conflicts in Gaza47:17 Political Reactions to Peace Deals53:37 The Role of Social Media in Political Discourse56:52 Breaking News and Domestic Issues57:47 National Guard Deployments and Protests59:08 Crime and the National Guard’s Role01:02:24 Political Implications of Crime Management01:05:05 SNL Skit and Political Satire01:07:28 DHS and ICE Operations01:09:31 Media Manipulation and Public Perception01:12:41 Political Rhetoric and Authoritarianism01:16:00 Protests and Public SentimentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy