Get ready for another spicy serving of Rivera and Reeves Unfiltered! This month, we're diving deep into The Atlantic's surprisingly revealing profile of Jasmine Crockett – and honey, it's not the glowing puff piece you'd expect. From her Waldorf Astoria tantrums to her phone wallpaper choices (yes, really), we break down why even her Democratic colleagues are running for the hills.

But wait, there's more! We're serving up piping hot takes on the epidemic of performative politics plaguing both parties, complete with Paul Ryan's cringey 2012 workout photos and Cory Booker's latest Spartacus moment on the House floor. Plus, Rachel drops some mafia history knowledge that'll have you googling old Detroit restaurants.

Fair warning: We go completely off the rails talking about 80s movie ratings, puppet films, and why politicians need to stop filming themselves at the gym. It's chaotic, it's unfiltered, and frankly, it's exactly what you signed up for.

Episode Highlights

• Jasmine Crockett's Atlantic Reality Check - The left-leaning publication accidentally exposes why 33 Democratic colleagues won't go on record supporting their own party member.
• The Waldorf Astoria Meltdown - Crockett's hotel room whisper session and failed attempt to shut down her own profile when journalists dared to interview people she didn't pre-approve.
• Performative Politics Hall of Shame - From Nancy Mace's pajama bus rides to Eric Swalwell's pathetic bench press videos, we're calling out the circus on both sides.
• Paul Ryan's Workout Photo Time Machine - Rachel unearths the cringiest political photo shoot of 2012 that somehow still makes us physically uncomfortable in 2025.
• Cory Booker's Spartacus Sequel - Breaking down his latest House floor tantrum over police funding bills and why his fellow Democrats are getting tired of his presidential audition performances.

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Chapters

00:00 Opening & Atlantic Article Introduction

03:25 The Atlantic's Jasmine Crockett Profile

06:32 Social Media Obsession & Self-Presentation

16:30 Democratic Colleagues Stay Silent

19:03 Crockett Tries to Shut Down the Profile

20:47 Racism & Performative Politics

25:50 Origin Story Inconsistencies

27:08 Redistricting & Electoral Reality Check

29:29 The Performative Politics Epidemic

36:56 Cory Booker's Spartacus Moment

47:32 Paul Ryan Workout Photo Flashback

49:16 Jimmy Hoffa History Segment

55:25 "In God We Trust" History

56:23 Closing & Dark Crystal Tangent

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Trump's going full dealmaker mode across the globe while the media reluctantly admits they were dead wrong about his trade strategy. 'm joined by friend of the podcast Amanda Peterson of Amanda Talks Geopolitics to break down Trump's first 6 months of foreign policy wins and stumbles - from his massive EU trade deal that's got European leaders sitting pretty and praising him like he's their new best friend, to the game-changing agreements with Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines that are reshoring American manufacturing and filling our coffers.

But it's not all winning - we're diving deep into the messy realities of Ukraine (spoiler: Trump's getting more hawkish), the Gaza humanitarian crisis that Israel can't seem to solve, and why China's still playing puppet master in conflicts worldwide. Plus, we'll explain why Europeans suddenly love buying American energy instead of funding Putin's war machine, and how Trump's "escalate to de-escalate" strategy might actually work.

The media is trash, diplomacy is back, and we have zero patience for their doom-and-gloom predictions that keep falling flat.

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Episode Highlights

• Trump's EU Trade Deal Dominance - European leaders are literally sitting at his Scottish golf resort praising his negotiation skills while agreeing to a massively one-sided deal that benefits America.
• Ukraine Strategy Shift - Trump's moved from "we're friends with Putin" to greenlighting long-range strikes on Moscow and sending more Patriots than requested, with surprisingly little MAGA backlash.
• Gaza's Impossible Equation - Two years in, Hamas won't surrender, Israel's losing the PR war, and 70% of Israelis want this conflict over, but nobody has a clear path to victory.
• Energy Independence Victory Lap - Europe's finally ditching Russian energy for American oil and gas, cutting off Putin's war funding while boosting our economy.
• Media Meltdown Continues - The same outlets predicting economic disaster from tariffs are now reluctantly admitting Trump's trade strategy is actually working, including Bill Maher eating crow.

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00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks

00:32 Podcast Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:38 Discussion on Trump's Trade Deals

02:32 Impact of Trade Deals on Global Politics

06:03 Media's Reaction to Trade Deals

08:48 Details of the EU Trade Deal

10:13 US-EU Trade Relations and Tariffs

12:41 Trump's Foreign Policy Strategy

14:56 Economic Impact of Trade Deals

19:57 US-Ukraine Relations and Military Support

42:49 Conflict in Gaza and Israel

44:29 Steve Whitcoff's Stance on Hamas and Qatar

46:12 Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

47:53 Israel's Military Strategy and Global Perception

51:45 Internal and External Political Dynamics

01:01:39 The Druze Conflict in Syria

01:05:42 Trump's Foreign Policy and Global Peace Deals

01:14:39 Critique of Trump's Administration

01:23:37 Podcast Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts

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Rachel and Meseidy are back with another episode that'll make you question everything the mainstream media isn't telling you. This week, we're diving deep into Tulsi Gabbard's bombshell declassification that has the Obama administration looking like they orchestrated the political scandal of the century—and somehow the press corps is treating it like yesterday's weather report.

We'll break down why every journalist in that White House briefing room seemed more interested in playing defense than doing actual journalism (spoiler alert: they're either dense or complicit). Plus, we're meeting James Teleco, the progressive Democrat who's got liberals all hot and bothered because he went on Joe Rogan and claims you can be a Christian and support everything the Bible speaks against. Because apparently that's how logic works now.

Oh, and we'll pay tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osborne with a throwback clip that'll remind you when the White House Correspondents' Dinner was actually fun instead of a snoozefest for political theater kids.

Episode Highlights

• Tulsi Gabbard Drops the Mother of All Declassifications - The DNI revealed documents showing Obama's administration manufactured the Russia collusion narrative, and she's referring Brennan, Clapper, and Comey to the DOJ.
• The Press Corps Reveals Their True Colors - Instead of asking substantive questions about the explosive revelations, journalists focused on deflecting and protecting the Obama legacy.
• CNN Literally Cuts Away from Breaking News - The network actually stopped covering Gabbard's statement mid-sentence to avoid reporting on damaging information about Democrats.
• Meet the Democrats' New Golden Boy - James Teleco is being hailed as the Christian progressive who can win back religious voters, despite holding positions that directly contradict biblical teaching.
• When White House Dinners Were Actually Fun - A nostalgic look back at Ozzy Osborne standing on tables at Bush's correspondents' dinner, reminding us when politics wasn't completely miserable.

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00:24 Welcome to Rivera Reeves Podcast

01:06 Breaking News: Tulsi Gabbard's Press Conference

01:46 Democrats and Media Reactions

03:07 Multiple Hot Topics

05:35 Gabbard's Declassification Details

05:59 Obama Administration's Alleged Misconduct

13:57 Press Conference Reactions

22:54 Media's Handling of the Story

37:32 CNN's Coverage and Andy McCabe's Controversial Appearance

38:37 Media Influence and Legacy Outlets

39:29 Epstein Case Developments

43:51 James Teleco: A New Democratic Hope

46:14 Teleco's Views on Christianity and Politics

01:00:00 Democratic Party's Leadership Void

01:06:00 Ozzy Osbourne's White House Correspondence Dinner Moment

01:10:14 Podcast Wrap-Up and Bonus Content

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Welcome back to another episode where we wade through the spin because the media's trash and we have zero patience for their nonsense! This week, Rachel and Meseidy tackle DNI Tulsi Gabbard's Friday document dump that allegedly exposes Obama's "treasonous conspiracy" to undermine Trump's first presidency. But is this the smoking gun everyone's claiming, or are we getting ahead of ourselves again?

Plus, the Wall Street Journal decided to drop the world's dumbest "bombshell" about a Trump birthday note to Epstein from 2003 (seriously, this is what passes for journalism now?), and somehow Trump managed to turn a nothing-burger into a whole news cycle by overreacting. They really need a homeschooling mom in the Oval Office for crisis management.

We're also diving into Hunter Biden's unhinged podcast tour where he's throwing everyone under the bus, teaching people how to make crack cocaine, and possibly setting himself up for a 2028 run (we can only hope). And in a stunning turn of events, Stephen Colbert got canceled—not for fascism, but because nobody watches him and CBS was bleeding $40 million a year. Shocking!

Grab your coffee and settle in for our signature blend of sharp analysis, unfiltered honesty, and just enough sarcasm to keep it fun.

Episode Highlights

• Tulsi's Document Drop Drama - Gabbard releases 100+ documents claiming to expose Obama's "treasonous conspiracy" against Trump, but the hosts question whether this is actually the smoking gun or just confirmation of what we already suspected.
• Trump's Epstein Meltdown - The Wall Street Journal publishes the world's stupidest "expose" about a 2003 birthday note, and Trump's overreaction turns a nothing-burger into a news cycle disaster.
• Hunter's Unhinged Media Tour - Biden's son goes on podcasts defending his father, throwing Democrats under the bus, and literally explaining how to make crack cocaine while looking "squirrely and glass-eyed."
• Colbert Gets the Boot - CBS cancels Stephen Colbert's show after losing $40 million annually, but the left claims it's fascist censorship rather than basic business sense.
• The Homeschooling Mom Solution - Rachel delivers the perfect crisis management advice: "If you didn't do anything wrong, just stop reacting" - something the Trump administration desperately needs to hear.

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00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

01:08 Tulsi Gabbard's Document Drop

01:36 Trump and Epstein Allegations

05:19 Obama's Alleged Conspiracy

12:26 Media Reactions and Public Perception

21:12 Trump's Response and Media Critique

36:57 Conspiracy Theories and Political Narratives

42:17 MLK Documents and Historical Context

43:42 Reflecting on a Year of Podcasting

44:04 Hunter Biden's Podcast Circuit

45:51 Channel Five and Andrew Callahan

46:24 Hunter Biden's Podcast with Former DNC Head

47:24 Hunter Biden's Controversial Statements

49:34 Hunter Biden's Political Aspirations

51:06 Hunter Biden's Criticism of Democrats

54:42 Hunter Biden's Personal Struggles

01:03:13 Colbert's Show Cancellation

01:12:45 Celebrity Deaths and Reflections

01:17:19 Closing Remarks and Podcast Promotion

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Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode where we're totally not making the Epstein thing our whole personality... except we kind of are again because Trump just won't stop posting about it. Rachel's still recovering from sleeping without a fan (the horror!), and Meseidy played hooky to go hiking, but we're back to break down the administration's messaging disaster around the Epstein files.

We're diving into Trump's latest truth social meltdown, Pam Bondi's disappearing act, and why this whole thing feels like a communications nightmare. Plus, we're talking about the NEA's latest teacher union summit that had absolutely nothing to do with actually educating kids (shocking, we know), the dramatic State Department layoffs complete with crayons and construction paper, and why we're defunding NPR and PBS.

Oh, and apparently there are plans for a UFC fight on the White House lawn? Rachel is NOT having it. We're also covering Anthony Bernal pleading the fifth on Biden's cognitive decline and the UK lowering their voting age to 16 because apparently 2025 is just full of terrible ideas.

Buckle up, because the media is trash and we have no tolerance for it!

Episode Highlights

• Trump's Epstein Files Meltdown - The president's increasingly hostile responses to questions about the Epstein files are creating a messaging nightmare that's escalating with each Truth Social post.
• Teachers Union Goes Full Activist - The NEA's annual summit focused entirely on opposing Trump rather than addressing America's declining educational performance, complete with $34,000 budgets for resistance activities.
• State Department Crybaby Layoffs - Federal employees staged a dramatic walkout with crayons and construction paper to protest 1,300 layoffs, conveniently forgetting millions lost jobs during COVID without cameras rolling.
• NPR Funding Gets the Axe - Katherine Maher's claims about serving rural communities fall flat as Senator Kennedy hilariously reads off NPR's biased headlines proving why taxpayers shouldn't fund progressive propaganda.
• UFC on the White House Lawn? - Dana White confirms plans for a UFC fight on the White House lawn for America's 250th birthday, sending Rachel into a complete meltdown about inappropriate venues.

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0:00 - Opening: Power outages, hiking, and setting the stage

4:26 - Trump's Epstein Files Meltdown and Messaging Crisis

25:00 - NEA Teachers Union Summit and Anti-Trump Activism

31:30 - State Department Layoffs and Federal Employee Dramatics

38:00 - NPR and PBS Defunding Discussion

49:00 - Anthony Bernal Pleads the Fifth on Biden's Cognitive Decline

57:00 - UFC Fight on White House Lawn Plans

1:02:00 - UK Lowers Voting Age to 16 and Closing

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Hold onto your pantalones, friends! Meseidy and Rachel are back with another jam-packed episode where they dive deep into the political chaos that just won't quit. From Biden crawling out of his basement for a suspicious 10-minute New York Times interview defending his auto-pen shenanigans, to Trump's defensive Truth Social novel about Pam Bondi and those pesky Epstein files everyone's talking about.

The ladies break down the REAL story behind that California "strawberry farm" ICE raid (spoiler alert: it was actually a massive marijuana operation with some seriously concerning details), and Mercedes serves up some piping hot tea about NYC mayoral candidate Zuhdi Mondani's father and his... interesting... views on suicide bombers. Plus, they tackle the absolutely ridiculous attempt by Democrats to mock JD Vance for doing the most normal dad thing ever at Disneyland.

As always, the media is trash and they have no tolerance for it. Buckle up!

Episode Highlights

• Biden's Suspicious Timing - The former president breaks his media silence with a defensive New York Times interview right when Trump is getting heat over Epstein files
• Auto-Pen National Security Threat - Mercedes breaks down how the lack of chain of evidence for presidential auto-pen usage creates massive vulnerabilities for future administrations
• California "Strawberry Farm" Exposed - The truth about the ICE raid that Democrats tried to spin as attacking innocent agricultural workers (spoiler: it was a massive illegal marijuana operation)
• Mondani Family Extremism Revealed - New book surfaces showing the NYC mayoral candidate's father literally defending suicide bombers as "soldiers" and "features of modern political violence"
• JD Vance's Dad Run Goes Viral - Democrats mock the VP for the most relatable parent moment ever, proving they either have no kids or are just miserable people

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0:00 - Introduction and Welcome

2:30 - Discussion on Weather and Drainage Issues

5:00 - Podcast Introduction and Episode Overview

8:00 - New York Times Article on Biden

20:00 - Trump's Truth Social Post and Epstein Files

35:00 - Immigration Raid at Glasshouse Farm

45:00 - ICE Raids and Political Reactions

55:00 - Discussion on Mondani's Father's Book

1:05:00 - JD Vance's Viral Video

1:15:00 - Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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Hey friends! 🔥 We're back with another episode where we're diving DEEP into the messaging disasters coming out of this administration. We're talking about the Epstein files situation that has the MAGA base absolutely volcanic (Charlie Kirk's words, not ours), Trump's defensive cabinet meeting response that had us texting each other like "DID YOU SEE THAT?!", and Pam Bondi's theatrical binder rollout that left everyone feeling sandbagged.

But wait, there's more! We're also breaking down the communist takeover of the Democrat Party through the lens of NYC's new golden boy Zoran Mamdani (we're calling him "Mom Donnie" because why not). This dude is Castro 2.0 - charming, educated, privileged, and talking about seizing the means of production with a smile. The Democrats are literally handing their party over to radicals while normie leadership sits there like deer in headlights.

Rachel gets heated about optics (because OPTICS MATTER, people!), Mercedes goes on a rant about weak Democrat leadership, and we both agree that when you promise transparency and deliver theater instead, you lose the very voters who got you there. This episode is a masterclass in how NOT to manage political messaging and why the under-30 crowd is about to burn it all down.

Buckle up - we're not holding back on this one!

Episode Highlights

• The Epstein Files Meltdown: Trump's defensive cabinet meeting response was pure theater and showed this administration bungling messaging worse than we've seen in months.
• Pam Bondi's Binder Disaster: The Attorney General's document rollout was so poorly executed that even MAGA influencers felt sandbagged and the White House was reportedly furious.
• The Online Right Revolts: Charlie Kirk says the under-30 crowd went "volcanic" over broken Epstein promises, and these are voters Trump can't afford to lose.
• Meet Castro 2.0: Zoran Mamdani won NYC's Democratic primary by being a charming, privileged communist who literally talks about seizing the means of production with a smile.
• Democrat Party Weakness: Hakeem Jeffries and establishment Democrats are soft-peddling around Mamdani instead of calling out his radical agenda, effectively handing their party to socialists.

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0:00 Cold Open & Viral Real Talk

2:30 Episode Intro & Agenda Setting

4:30 Epstein Files: Trump's Cabinet Meeting Response

22:30 Speculation on Administration Motivations

28:30 Pam Bondi's Messaging Disasters

40:30 Conservative Commentator Reactions

46:30 Meet Zoran Mamdani: The Communist Mayor

52:00 Mamdani's Privileged Background & Messaging

58:30 The Mamdani Family's Anti-American Views

1:04:00 Democrat Party Weakness & Radical Takeover

1:09:30 Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

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Pull up a chair and grab your coffee because Rivera and Reeves is back from our July 4th break with a packed episode that'll make your head spin. We're diving deep into the devastating Central Texas flooding that claimed 100 lives—including 27 children at a summer camp—and exposing the media's disgusting double standard in how they covered this tragedy versus North Carolina's floods under Biden. Spoiler alert: when Trump's in office, suddenly it's all about "prevention failures" and Doge cuts that haven't even taken effect yet.

But wait, there's more! The DOJ just dropped a mysterious unsigned memo claiming there's "nothing there" with Epstein, and we're calling BS on the whole charade. From Pam Bondi's overpromising to the convenient memory holes, we're breaking down why this administration's transparency promises are starting to feel like Lucy pulling the football away from Charlie Brown.

Plus, we're witnessing peak TDS as people literally celebrate dead children because they happened to be from Texas. The mask is officially off, friends, and what we're seeing underneath is absolutely revolting. Because apparently when your political ideology becomes your entire personality, basic human decency gets thrown right out the window.

The media is trash, we have zero patience for their nonsense, and we're here to wade through all the spin. Let's get into it.

Episode Highlights

• Texas Flooding Double Standard - Media immediately blamed Trump for Central Texas tragedy despite Doge cuts not taking effect until October, contrasting sharply with their defense of Biden during North Carolina floods.
• Summer Camp Massacre Response - Toxic ideologues celebrated the deaths of 27 children at Camp Mystic because Texas "votes red," revealing how political tribalism has completely poisoned basic human empathy.
• Epstein Files Disappearing Act - DOJ released an unsigned memo claiming no client list exists, directly contradicting AG Pam Bondi's previous promises about having evidence "sitting on her desk."
• Border Patrol Under Fire - Two separate incidents of Border Patrol agents being ambushed and shot occurred while Democratic voters reportedly tell lawmakers to "get shot" at ICE facilities to escalate resistance.
• Bondi's Credibility Crisis - Attorney General continues pattern of overpromising and underdelivering, from the Epstein files to influencer binders, undermining trust in institutional reform efforts.

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Chapters

00:00 Unexplained Gaps and Conspiracies

00:22 Welcome to Rivera and Reeves

00:58 4th of July Recap

01:33 Fireworks and Celebrations

03:38 Devastating Floods in Central Texas

05:32 Media Coverage and Political Blame

11:29 Flash Flood Warnings and Tragic Outcomes

19:16 Public Reactions and Political Divides

28:17 Violence and Political Extremism

39:20 Trump's Response to Flood Alert System Criticism

39:39 Local Level Flood Management Failures

40:23 Texas Legislative Session on Flood Alert Systems

41:04 Historical Flood Events in Kerrville

41:38 Geographical Challenges of the Jano River

42:20 Comparing Flood Risks in Different Regions

43:10 State-Level Funding for Flood Alert Systems

43:25 Prayers for Missing People and Their Families

44:05 Transition to Epstein Case Discussion

44:31 DOJ Memo on Epstein Case

45:18 Press Conference Reactions and Speculations

46:16 Epstein's Client List Controversy

49:28 Pam Bondi's Overpromises and Under-deliveries

51:18 Speculations on Epstein's Associates and Evidence

01:04:44 Missing Minute in Epstein's Cell Video

01:07:08 Frustrations with Pam Bondi's Communication

01:11:17 Concluding Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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This week we're joined by the absolute powerhouse Katy Faust, founder of Them Before Us, who's here to blow up everything you think you know about modern family structures. From her own upbringing with lesbian parents to becoming one of the fiercest defenders of children's rights in America, Katy breaks down why your feelings don't trump a child's fundamental need for their mother and father.We're diving deep into the messy realities of surrogacy, IVF, and how the Obergefell decision didn't just redefine marriage—it redefined parenthood at kids' expense. Plus, we're talking about those Supreme Court wins this week that actually put children's rights over adult desires (imagine that!).

Fair warning: This conversation will challenge you, might make you uncomfortable, and will definitely equip you to defend the most vulnerable among us. Because as Katy says, "Screw your social acceptance. Start defending kids."

Episode Highlights

• From Pastor's Wife to Children's Rights Warrior - How Katy went from apolitical stay-at-home mom to fierce advocate after getting "really, really, really angry" about the normalization of motherless and fatherless homes.
• The Three Rules Rights Test - Katy breaks down her framework for determining what constitutes a genuine natural right: exists pre-government, nobody has to provide it, and everyone has equal measure.
• Why Surrogacy is Always Wrong - Even in the "best case scenario" with genetic parents and no money exchanged, Katy explains why surrogacy forces children to sacrifice their fundamental bond with their birth mother.
• The Obergefell Prophecy Fulfilled - How Katy's 2015 amicus brief predicting the redefinition of parenthood has played out exactly as warned, with children losing rights to their biological parents.
• Healing Broken Families - Practical advice for parents in non-traditional family structures on how to acknowledge harm, enter into their children's grief, and stop defensive deflection.

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Read Katy’s books on parenting:

• Them Before Us: Why We Need a Global Children's Rights Movement (2021)
• Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City: Teaching Historical, Economic, and Biological Truth in a World of Lies (2023)
• Pro-Child Politics: Why Every Cultural, Economic, and National Issue Is a Matter of Justice for Children (2024)

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00:00 Introduction to Children's Rights

00:16 Welcome to Rivera and Reeves

00:44 Meet Katy Faust

01:07 Katy's Background and Mission

03:52 Personal Journey and Advocacy

08:47 Impact of Obergefell v. Hodges

17:09 Defining Natural Rights

25:03 Broader Implications for Children's Rights

30:04 Surrogacy and Its Ethical Implications

31:22 The Dystopian Future of Reproductive Technologies

33:12 The Emotional and Psychological Impact on Children

35:50 Adoption vs. Surrogacy: A Comparative Analysis

43:54 The Role of Parents in Addressing Children's Wounds

53:48 Advocating for Children's Rights

59:15 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Today on Rivera and Reeves, we're serving up a grab bag of the absolute chaos that's been the last 12 days. From Trump dropping F-bombs on his way to NATO (because apparently ceasefire violations will do that to a guy) to the internet losing its collective mind over a NATO Secretary General calling him "daddy" - yes, you heard that right - we've got it all.

We'll break down Trump's surprisingly successful NATO summit (which CNN conveniently forgot to mention), dive into the mainstream media's latest attempt to undermine the administration with leaked intelligence reports, and discuss why Marco Rubio couldn't keep a straight face during international diplomacy. Plus, we're talking about New York City's new socialist darling Zohran Mamdani and why his mayoral win should terrify anyone who pays taxes. Spoiler alert: it's giving 1970s New York vibes, and not in a good way.

Episode Highlights

• "Dear Daddy Donald" Goes Viral - NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's praise for Trump creates the most awkward diplomatic moment ever, complete with Marco Rubio breaking character in the background.
• CNN's Intelligence Leak Drama - We break down how CNN's "exclusive" report on Iran's nuclear facilities is just another example of questionable journalism designed to undermine the administration.
• Socialist Wins NYC Primary - Zohran Mamdani's Democratic primary victory signals a potential leftward lurch for the party, complete with government-run grocery stores and rent control fantasies.
• White House Goes Full Meme Mode - The official White House account releases a "Daddy's Home" video with Usher, proving we're living in the most unserious timeline ever.
• Trump's Truth Social Rampage - From suggesting AOC for president (ironically) to roasting Jasmine Crockett, Trump's flight home from NATO was peak Truth Social entertainment.

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00:00 - Welcome & Episode Setup

02:30 - Trump's NATO Departure & F-Bomb Moment

08:45 - "Dear Daddy Donald" Goes Viral

16:30 - Marco Rubio's Reaction & Press Conference Comedy

25:15 - White House Social Media & "Daddy's Home" Video

31:00 - CNN's Iran Intelligence Leak Coverage

43:20 - Jake Tapper's Media Defense & Journalistic Integrity

52:30 - Zohran Mamdani's NYC Primary Victory

01:05:00 - Trump's Truth Social Response & AOC Roasting

01:15:30 - Mamdani's Policy Platform & Economic Concerns

01:24:30 - Episode Wrap-up & Next Week Preview

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