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 Highlights

• Pentagon 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 Signal
• Candace vs. TPUSA escalates: Blake Neff announces live debate to address Owens’ accusations point-by-point; Candace responds with conditions
• The cult mechanics at play: How Candace’s investigation tactics mirror prototypical cult behavior and why her followers can’t see it
• Real threats being ignored: Why obsession with conspiracy theories distracts from the actual rise in left-wing political violence

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0:00 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

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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 Highlights

• DC 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 race
• Tennessee’s Warning Shot: Special election in Trump+22 district becomes unexpectedly competitive as Democrat Afton Bain floods Nashville with progressive messaging
• Media Does Actual Journalism: New York Times fact-checks Washington Post’s Hegseth “war crime” claims in rare display of editorial rivalry
• Christmas at the White House: Melania’s elegant holiday decorations stand in stark contrast to last year’s tap-dancing Broadway extravaganza

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00:00 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

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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 Highlights

• Democrats’ 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 controversy
• Fox 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 floor
• The untold history of Thanksgiving: how a women’s magazine editor lobbied for 17 years to create a unifying national holiday
• Thanksgiving disasters, Southern casseroles, and why stovetop stuffing is absolutely valid

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00:00 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

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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 Highlights

• Tucker Carlson admits he knew exactly what would happen with his Nick Fuentes interview—and gave him a “softball” setup
• The 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 receipts
• Why JD Vance’s refusal to re-disavow Nick Fuentes might be smarter than it looks
• The Epstein files circus: who’s actually in trouble (hint: it’s not who MTG wants you to think)

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00:00 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

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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 Highlights

• Gen Z isn’t socialist or conservative—they just want change: Why young voters are open to radically different solutions and what that means for 2026
• The H1B visa debate exposed Trump’s messaging problem: Breaking down the real issue versus the nationalist backlash
• Healthcare is the new abortion: Why ACA subsidies will dominate the midterms and Republicans aren’t ready
• 50-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 future

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00:00 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

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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 Highlights

• Heritage Foundation’s leadership crisis: Kevin Roberts’ controversial statement and the fallout that followed
• Zoran Mondani’s socialist playbook: How CAIR funding and youth appeal could reshape Democratic politics
• Election Day predictions: Virginia, New Jersey, and New York races analyzed with brutal honesty
• The Republican messaging problem: Why economic issues are losing to personality-driven campaigns

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00:00 - 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

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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 Highlights

• The 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 Sanders
• Tucker’s Nick Fuentes Problem: Why platforming extremists without challenging their record creates dangerous revisionist history
• The Woke Right Warning: How the right risks repeating the left’s mistake by ignoring fringe movements until it’s too late
• America First or Authoritarian First?: Unpacking Nick Fuentes’ admiration for China, Stalin, and what his vision of “America First” actually means

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0:00 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

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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 Highlights

• Rachel gets Capitol access: Last-minute invitation to Speaker Johnson’s press conference as the government shutdown enters day 28
• Shutdown impact escalates: Federal workers unpaid, SNAP benefits at risk, national parks overwhelmed, and airport delays mounting
• Trump’s Asia trade push: New deals with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam—plus crucial summit with China’s Xi Jinping
• Soybean crisis explained: China has bought zero U.S. soybeans this year during one of the biggest harvests, devastating American farmers
• Unfiltered episode preview: The bizarre Pig War of 1859 and Trump’s White House lawn UFC fight compared to Teddy Roosevelt’s boxing matches
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00:00 Introduction and Episode Changes

02:52 Government Shutdown Impact

06:11 Behind the Scenes: Unfiltered Episode Teasers

08:36 Historical Anecdotes: The Pig War

11:58 Modern Absurdities: UFC on the White House Lawn

15:39 Conclusion and Call to Action

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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 Highlights

• Maine’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 guards
• Socialist 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 unrest
• The 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 withdrawal
• The 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 strategy
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00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

04:03 The Rise of Graham Platner

09:48 Controversial Reddit Posts and Political Implications

19:36 Tattoo Controversy and Public Perception

22:48 The Politics of Forgiveness

25:51 The Changing Landscape of Political Accountability

29:20 The Extremes of Political Ideology

30:59 Grassroots Movements and Political Dynamics

38:03 The Role of Media in Political Scrutiny

43:55 The Reckless Politics of Jay Jones

46:56 Normalizing Political Violence

50:58 The Rise of New Political Candidates

54:10 The Importance of Affordability in Politics

56:47 Critique of Political Rhetoric and Media

01:03:30 The Ongoing Fight Against Oligarchy

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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 Highlights

• Mondani’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.

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00:00 Busy Day at the White House

03:02 Demolition and Controversy

06:02 Trump’s National Guard Win

09:05 New York Mayoral Race

11:50 Mondani’s Controversial Connections

17:32 Democratic Party Dynamics

22:22 No Kings Protest Overview

32:51 Protests and Participation Dynamics

34:59 The Role of Trump in Political Mobilization

36:11 Violence and Protest Rhetoric

38:20 Signs of Discontent: Analyzing Protest Messages

41:48 Counter-Protests and Public Engagement

44:36 Understanding the Impact of Leadership on Protests

47:44 The Permission Structure for Violence

49:58 Funding and Organization of Protests

54:25 Media Representation and Political Messaging

01:02:46 The Impact of AI in Political Discourse

01:07:48 Democratic Party Dynamics and Internal Struggles

01:08:43 Humor and Controversy in Political Communication

01:16:38 Policy vs. Style: Evaluating Trump’s Administration

01:22:16 Global Politics and Future Implications

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