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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 now Episode 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gone—and they’re heading to SubstackKamala’s cringe relaunch: “Headquarters” debuts with a middle-finger emoji and outdated Gen Z humorFollow Us On Youtube!YouTube Chapters00:00 – Welcome Back + Recording Disasters 02:57 – Who Is Ross Douthat? 06:06 – Listening to Douthat’s Commentary 09:40 – Texas Senate Seat Flip Explained 13:05 – What the Split Ticket Means 15:42 – Douthat on Trump’s Messaging Problems 19:11 – Minneapolis: What Actually Happened 20:36 – Trump’s Fox Interview on ICE Enforcement 22:11 – Midterm Predictions: Should We Panic? 26:08 – Democrats Overplaying Their Hand? 30:44 – Economy, Optics, and Low-Information Voters 34:45 – Gender Ideology: The Tide Is Turning 37:40 – De-Transitioner Wins $2M Verdict 43:03 – Washington Post Layoffs: One-Third Gone 48:15 – Legacy Media’s Original Sin 50:35 – Corporate Journalists Flooding Substack 56:00 – Heather Cox Richardson’s Substack Dominance 59:28 – Kamala Harris Relaunches as “Headquarters” 1:04:11 – The Rollout Is Already Fumbling 1:11:11 – Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Missing 1:13:24 – Wrap-Up + Subscribe Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 now Episode 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!YouTube Chapters0:00 - Cold Open: The AI Chip Atomic Bomb Analogy 0:59 - Episode Intro & Amanda Peterson Welcome 3:10 - What's Happening in Iran Right Now 5:03 - History of Iran's Islamic Revolution 8:18 - Why These Protests Are Different 10:09 - Trump's Approach vs. Obama's Iran Deal Disaster 12:53 - Are the Protests Nationwide This Time? 16:05 - The Istanbul Meeting: What's Really at Stake 18:22 - 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 Operation 32:11 - China: Did the Pentagon Really Downgrade the Threat? 36:09 - The H200 AI Chip Deal Nobody Can Defend 41:18 - "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 Amanda Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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 Cold Open & Intro 03:30 Subscriber Shoutout: Saturday Live Unfiltered 06:04 Minneapolis Update: Homan Takes Charge 12:54 NEW VIDEO: Alex Preti Kicks Federal Vehicle & Spits at Officers 17:24 Media Cope: AI Claims, Warren's Speech & Family Confirms 19:16 Nurses Gone Rogue: Activists in Healthcare Exposed 24:35 MSNBC's AI-Enhanced Preti Photo 26:02 Homan Press Conference: What's Changing in Minneapolis 32:54 Obama 2010 Immigration Clip vs. Today's Democrats 37:43 Philadelphia DA Claims ICE Isn't Legitimate 42:32 Budget Battle & Government Shutdown Looms 45:44 Electoral College Nightmare for Blue States 47:52 FBI RAIDS Fulton County Election Office 57:58 Tulsi Gabbard Spotted at the Raid 59:21 Mark Warner's Meltdown & 2026 Narrative Setup 01:04:16 Foreign Policy Rapid Fire & Wrap-Up Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 now 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! 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube Listen For Free at 6pm 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 - Storm updates & Trump's Iowa trip 03:48 - Housekeeping: How to support the show 07:58 - Minneapolis shooting: What actually happened to Alex Pretti 11:19 - The video evidence vs. the DHS narrative 18:17 - Bovino & Noem's disastrous press conference 21:44 - Why this messaging failure matters 25:23 - The administration's credibility problem 28:03 - Social media meltdown: 2020 all over again 31:58 - Tim Walz compares ICE to Nazis 37:13 - The emotional manipulation playbook returns 45:02 - Progressive white women and the permission structure for violence 49:49 - BREAKING: Trump deploys Homan to Minnesota 54:20 - Frey's response: "We will not cooperate" 56:20 - Is Bovino out? Administration shakeup rumors 1:00:00 - Signal chat infiltration: How activists track ICE 1:05:26 - Hotel incidents and local PD's different responses 1:13:28 - Midterm implications: Why strategy matters now 1:19:10 - Wrap-up & Saturday live announcement Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Trump’s Davos speech is sending shockwaves through Europe—and the media is losing its mind. This week, we break down the Greenland framework deal, Trump calling out NATO allies to their faces, and Howard Lutnick declaring “globalism has failed” from the WEF stage. Plus: arrests have been made in the Minneapolis church invasion, subpoenas are flying to Tim Walz and Jacob Frey, and a leaked ICE memo is raising serious constitutional questions about administrative warrants. We also dissect the viral “5-year-old detained” story and show you exactly how the Washington Post is manipulating you with strategic omissions. And yes—there’s a baby boom at the White House. Mercedes and Rachel bring their signature no-filter takes on foreign policy wins, media manipulation, and why actions still have consequences. Don’t miss this one. Episode Highlights Trump announces Greenland framework deal at Davos, drops tariff threats on 8 European countriesHoward Lutnick declares “globalism has failed” from the World Economic Forum stageThree arrests made in Minneapolis church invasion; Don Lemon charges blocked by magistrate judgeTim Walz, Jacob Frey, and Keith Ellison served with federal subpoenas under Civil War-era statuteLeaked ICE memo reveals administrative warrant policy for entering homes—constitutional concerns explainedMedia manipulation exposed: How the “5-year-old detained” story omits critical details 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! 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube Listen For Free at 6pm 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. Chapters0:00 Cold Open: Trump’s Best Davos Moments 0:41 Episode Intro & Breaking News Tease 5:43 Greenland Framework Deal Explained 15:22 Trump Calls Out Europe on Immigration & Free Speech 20:41 “Only Stupid People Buy Windmills” 24:22 NATO Secretary General Defends Trump 31:35 Trump Responds to Mark Carney 35:33 Howard Lutnick: “Globalism Has Failed” 37:28 Minneapolis Church Invasion Arrests Update 39:38 Tim Walz & Jacob Frey Served Federal Subpoenas 45:06 ICE Administrative Warrant Controversy 55:24 “5-Year-Old Detained” Story: Media Manipulation Exposed 1:11:49 White House Baby Boom & Closing Thoughts Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 authorities 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! 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube Listen For Free at 6pm 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. Chapters0:00 - Intro & Trump's One-Year Anniversary 1:01 - Foreign Policy Chaos: Greenland, Canada & Davos 5:17 - Become a Subscriber 6:37 - Minneapolis: The Church Protest 10:41 - Inside the Disruption (Video Breakdown) 15:21 - Don Lemon Confronts the Pastor 16:20 - The Devaluation of Sacred Spaces 20:02 - DOJ Investigation: FACE Act Explained 24:11 - The FACE Act's History & Republican Amendment 30:21 - Rapid Response Networks & Vigilante Profiling 32:45 - Mistaken Identity: Tech Workers at Clancy's Deli 35:30 - Man Interrogated for Renting an SUV 41:45 - Case Study: Garrison Gibson's Arrest 50:53 - Case Study: Man Detained in Shorts 57:30 - Obama vs. Trump: Media Double Standards 1:03:45 - Walz, Fry & the National Guard Standoff 1:10:06 - What Happens Next? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 Highlights Exclusive 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 them Follow 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 Up 2:30 New Intro Reveal 4:30 Minneapolis ICE Situation & Media Spin 12:00 Mayor Frey's Disastrous Response 15:30 Caroline Levitt vs. The Hill 17:00 Foreign Policy Update (Greenland, Venezuela, Iran) 22:00 Why We Went to DC 24:00 What Is Reconciliation? (Rep. Cline Explains) 28:00 Can Republicans Herd the Cats? (Rep. Alford) 32:00 Housing Crisis: First-Time Buyers at 41 35:00 Mortgage Portability Explained 40:00 Capital Gains Tax Relief for First-Time Buyers 45:00 Rep. Cline on Obamacare's Destruction of Healthcare 48:00 MAHA Accounts: Insurance + Food + Fitness (Rep. Burlison) 55:00 Paid Family Leave the Conservative Way (Rep. Bice) 62:00 Energy Deregulation & Codifying Permits 68:00 Rep. Alford's Economic Prediction 70:00 Call to Action: Contact Your Rep Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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. Chapters0:00 We're Back! First Episode of 2026 2:30 Why We Were Delayed (Trump Bombed Venezuela) 5:25 Greenland: Will Trump Actually Invade? 11:10 Art of the Deal Diplomacy Explained 13:45 Why Greenland Matters for National Security 16:15 Venezuela: Maduro Captured, What's Next? 19:30 Iran's Role in the Russia-China Alliance 23:30 Iran's Potential as a Future Ally 27:30 Democrats' Form of "Imperialism" 30:55 Minneapolis: Tim Walz Drops Out 34:35 The Rebecca Good Shooting Breakdown 42:00 What the Law Actually Says About ICE Encounters 47:00 Activists Don't Understand Legal Consequences 50:50 Democrats Want to Defund ICE (Again) 53:00 Elizabeth Warren Goes Further Left 55:30 Q&A with Live Audience Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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. Chapters0:00 Intro & Episode Overview 2:02 January 6th Pipe Bombing Arrest 6:05 Pentagon Press Corps Shakeup Explained 10:40 Who’s Actually in the Room Now? 14:22 The Problem With Softball Questions 19:26 CNN’s Elitist Response 21:50 New Details on Venezuela Boat Strikes 24:56 Signal Gate: Hegseth’s IG Report 28:43 Candace Owens vs. TPUSA: The Full Story 34:40 Blake Neff’s Challenge & Video Response 37:06 Candace’s Response: Why She Won’t Go In Person 42:09 The Cult Mechanics Explained 47:23 Real Threats Being Ignored 53:06 Final Thoughts on the Debate 54:06 Christmas Music Segment (Pure Chaos) 1:02:00 Season Finale Wrap-Up Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 extravaganza 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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 Thanksgiving Reflections 02:56 Current Events and News Updates 05:34 Shooting Incident and Its Implications 08:34 Discussion on Immigration and Vetting Processes 11:28 Minnesota Fraud Scandal Overview 14:33 Investigative Journalism and Political Accountability 17:17 Cultural Challenges and Assimilation Issues 20:03 Social Safety Net Abuse and Its Consequences 23:01 Conclusion and Future Implications 30:36 The Oversight of Pandemic Assistance Fraud 33:44 Race Sensitivity and Political Accountability 36:29 Whistleblowers and Corruption in Minnesota 39:26 The Impact of Political Fear on Crime Reporting 42:17 Cultural Dynamics and Community Responsibility 45:23 Immigration, Assimilation, and Community Dynamics 51:27 Tennessee Special Election: A Shift in Political Landscape 01:03:34 The Numbers Game in Elections 01:07:02 The Impact of Transplants on Local Politics 01:08:11 Venezuela Boat Strike Controversy 01:16:40 Christmas Traditions and First Ladies 01:25:05 Media Narratives and Political Health Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube Listen For Free at 6pm 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 Thanksgiving Anticipation and Personal Preferences 03:09 Podcast Schedule and Holiday Break 05:55 Current Events and Thanksgiving Discussions 08:50 Political Reactions and Military Orders 11:43 Democratic Messaging and Military Concerns 14:43 Trump’s Response and Political Climate 17:43 Economic Concerns and Voter Sentiment 24:59 Self-Inflicted Challenges and Economic Recovery 28:42 Youth Perspectives on Government Involvement 29:35 Epstein Transparency and Political Fallout 33:37 Defending the Indefensible: Political Damage Control 41:41 The Origins of Thanksgiving: A Unifying Holiday 45:45 The Origins of Thanksgiving 47:00 Thanksgiving Food Traditions 49:53 Cultural Differences in Thanksgiving Celebrations 51:16 Thanksgiving Mishaps and Memories 58:38 Thanksgiving Recipes and Preparations 01:02:56 Thanksgiving Family Traditions and Celebrations Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tucker Carlson sat down with the New York Times—willingly—and what he revealed is more telling than any hit piece could be. We dissect his Nick Fuentes interview strategy, his claims about reciting the Lord’s Prayer to avoid racism, and what his shift means for the conservative movement. Plus: Marjorie Taylor Greene’s stunning policy reversals, JD Vance’s strategic silence, and why the Epstein files obsession is political theater. A reality check on the right’s current identity crisis. Episode HighlightsTucker Carlson admits he knew exactly what would happen with his Nick Fuentes interview—and gave him a “softball” setupThe bizarre claim: Tucker says he recites the Lord’s Prayer daily to guard against “hating people on the basis of their race”Marjorie Taylor Greene’s complete 180 on immigration, Islam, and H-1B visas—with receiptsWhy JD Vance’s refusal to re-disavow Nick Fuentes might be smarter than it looksThe Epstein files circus: who’s actually in trouble (hint: it’s not who MTG wants you to think)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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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 Welcome Back 03:10 The State of the News Cycle 05:41 Infighting in the Republican Party 08:30 Tucker Carlson’s Controversial Interview 11:17 The Impact of Carlson’s Rhetoric 14:16 Critique of Nick Fuentes and Free Speech 17:11 The Duality of Tucker Carlson 20:08 Emotional Responses and Political Responsibility 29:29 Contempt and Controversy in Politics 30:18 The Lord’s Prayer and Its Misinterpretation 32:16 Manipulation of Faith in Political Discourse 34:50 The Dangers of Influencer Christianity 38:05 Anti-Semitism and Political Narratives 40:14 Business Motives Behind Controversial Media 41:19 The Illusion of Unbiased Media 43:49 The Burden of Influence and Responsibility 45:18 JD Vance and the Fuentes Controversy 53:09 The Political Landscape and Future of JD Vance 54:58 Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Political Posturing 57:30 Opportunism in Politics: The Case of MTG 01:00:14 Immigration and H-1B Visa Controversies 01:03:12 America First: Misinterpretations and Realities 01:06:05 Shifting Political Narratives and Strategies 01:08:52 The Epstein Files: Political Fallout 01:11:46 Conclusion: Predictions and Future Implications Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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 Intro: Where’s Rachel? 02:35 The Democrat civil war that wasn’t 07:09 Who’s fighting for MAGA after Trump? 11:36 What does Gen Z actually want? 18:26 The affordability crisis no one’s solving 26:03 Peter Thiel was right about millennials and socialism 32:25 Trump’s foreign student visa comments 42:43 The H1B debate: nationalism vs. pragmatism 55:10 Why Trump’s “everything is great” messaging is backfiring 1:00:46 50-year mortgages and stimulus checks: GOP gimmicks? 1:09:24 Healthcare will decide the midterms 1:20:37 MSNBC’s diversity ad disaster Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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 - Intro and Election Day Setup 04:30 - Heritage Foundation Crisis: Tucker, Fuentes, and Kevin Roberts 20:29 - The Real Issue: Young Men and Conservative Messaging 28:51 - Zoran Mondani’s Socialist Surge in NYC 40:52 - CAIR Funding and Mondani’s Real Backers 45:15 - Virginia, New Jersey, and Tonight’s Elections 53:16 - 2028 Preview: Obama, Newsom, and the Democratic Bench 59:46 - Final Predictions and Wrap-Up Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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 year Follow Us On Youtube!YouTube 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. Chapters0:00 Intro: 70% of Americans Distrust Democrats—But There’s a Catch 8:29 The Semaphore Study: Socialism’s Rebrand Strategy 14:22 Democratic Socialists Are Coming to Your State 26:01 Tucker Carlson’s Nick Fuentes Problem 33:04 Why the Interview Wasn’t Journalism 37:42 Nick Fuentes’ Actual Record on Race, Women, and Religion 42:08 “America First” or Authoritarian Admiration? 50:37 What Christians Should Know About Fuentes’ Theology 58:26 The Horseshoe Effect: How the Right Risks Repeating the Left’s Mistakes 1:04:31 Why Discernment Matters More Than Free Speech Absolutism 1:09:05 Final Thoughts and Listener Feedback Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy