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Meseidy Rivera and Rachel Reeves

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Forget the media talking points—“Rivera and Reeves” is where the spin stops and the real talk begins. We tackle the news, politics, and cultural battles the mainstream wants you to ignore, all from a perspective that values truth, freedom, and common sense. Delivered with wit, humor, and a whole lot of coffee, this is the podcast for anyone who refuses to be spoon-fed narratives and is ready to think critically about the world around them. Think of it as coffee with two friends who aren’t af ...
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A lot of news today! From a shooting at Fort Stewart that could have been so much worse to Trump dropping truth bombs about a new census (thank you for your attention to this matter 🙄), we're covering it all in our signature lightning round style. Rachel and I break down the Texas Democrats' dramatic escape to Illinois (again!), discuss Trump's ant…
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Buckle up for another unfiltered dive into the headlines with Rivera and Reeves! This week, Mercedes and Rachel tackle the juiciest stories with their signature blend of sharp analysis, no-nonsense takes, and just the right amount of snark. From Trump’s latest shake-up at the Bureau of Labor Statistics to Texas Democrats fleeing the state in a poli…
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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 I tackle Trump's latest foot-in-mouth moment about Epstein (seriously, get this man a handler), celebrate some surprisingly good economic news that's making Democrats cry into their oat milk la…
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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 col…
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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 sitt…
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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 li…
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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 clai…
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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…
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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 an…
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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 SE…
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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 tra…
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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 …
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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 go…
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Friends, buckle up! We're breaking down the absolutely bonkers weekend that had us glued to our phones while trying to enjoy some family time (spoiler alert: that didn't happen). From stealth bombers we didn't even know were in the air to Trump dropping F-bombs on his way to Marine One, this episode has everything. We're talking Iranian nuclear fac…
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This week Rachel and Meseidy are diving headfirst into the chaos that's got everyone talking. We're breaking down the supposed "civil war" in MAGA over Israel and Iran (spoiler: we don't think it's as dramatic as the media wants you to believe), dissecting Tucker Carlson's absolutely insufferable interview with Ted Cruz, and getting into the whole …
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Holy moly, friends – buckle up because this episode is PACKED. While Rachel's running on fumes (thanks to a 4:30 AM baby wake-up call), we're diving deep into the chaos that was this past weekend. We're breaking down the Minnesota assassination attempt that the media somehow can't seem to get straight, the bizarre "No Kings" protests that looked mo…
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The Middle East is officially on fire, and we're breaking down the most impressive military operation in modern history. While the No Kings protesters are getting ready to storm the streets, Israel just pulled off Operation Rising Lion — a strike so precise and devastating that it's left Iran scrambling and the entire regional power structure in sh…
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Sorry no video today. The videos will come and go until we get use to the software and streamline the process. However if today’s audio is a little different it’s because of challenges in using the new program, likely user error. Anyway let’s get into it. Hey friends! Meseidy and Rachel are back with another explosive episode diving deep into the m…
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Today, Rachel's power went out (because living on a well is apparently a thing), so we're coming to you a little later than usual with the sound of lawnmowers in the background. But honestly, that's the least chaotic thing happening right now. EXCITING NEWS: We're testing out VIDEO for the first time! While Meseidy looks like hot garbage (her words…
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This week we sit down with Kelly Paul for a heartfelt conversation about life as both a political spouse and a woman finding her own voice in the public square. As the wife of Senator Rand Paul and a accomplished author and advocate in her own right, Kelly opens up about the unexpected journey from corporate communications professional to political…
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This week, we're diving headfirst into the horrific Boulder, Colorado attack on peaceful Israeli hostage marchers - because apparently throwing Molotov cocktails at elderly Holocaust survivors is what passes for "resistance" these days. We'll break down the suspect's background (spoiler alert: another illegal immigrant with a year-long plan), disse…
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The Democrats are having a rough time, friends, and we're here for every messy second of it! Six months post-Trump victory, the Dems are sitting at a whopping 27% approval rating (ouch) and their brilliant strategy involves meeting at luxury hotels to conduct "anthropological studies" of regular Americans. Because nothing says "in touch with the wo…
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Episode Description Welcome back to Rivera and Reeves! We're officially out of retreat mode and diving headfirst into the news cycle with zero patience for the media's nonsense. This week we're tackling the DC shooting that the legacy media won't properly cover, Trump's hilariously named "Big Beautiful Bill" that's got Rachel rolling her eyes, and …
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In this impromptu late-night recording, Meseidy and Rachel meet face-to-face for the first time at May Hurst in Virginia during Rachel's Providence and Purpose retreat. The duo dives into the bombshell news of former President Biden's cancer diagnosis and how it relates to the upcoming Jake Tapper book about Biden's decline. They explore the suspic…
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Join Rivera and Reeves as they dive deep into Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's controversial new book "Original Sin" that claims to expose Biden's cognitive decline and its alleged cover-up. The dynamic duo doesn't hold back their skepticism about Tapper's sudden change of tune after years of defending Biden. Plus, they break down Trump's productive…
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Welcome to another episode of Rivera and Reeves, where we break through the media nonsense and get straight to what matters! This week, Meseidy and Rachel dive into the wild drama surrounding Trump's potential acceptance of a Qatari plane to use as Air Force One (yeah, that's really happening), plus the ICE detention facility chaos in New Jersey wh…
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In this exclusive Unfiltered episode, Rachel and Meseidy dive into the controversial concept of the "Woke Right" that's been buzzing around social media. They break down James Lindsay's attempts to label certain conservative figures as "woke right" and question whether this new term is actually helpful or just another unnecessary label in today's p…
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This week, Meseidy and Rachel dive into Joe Biden's bizarre media resurrection tour, starting with his head-scratching BBC interview where he somehow managed to pat himself on the back while the Democrats cringe in the background. We'll dissect Biden's surprising emergence from retirement and what it says about the fractured Democratic leadership. …
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Welcome to another episode of Rivera & Reeves, where we're breaking down the news the mainstream media won't touch! This week, Meseidy and Rachel tackle the overlooked signs of de-escalation in the US-China tariff war that the media refuses to report on. Why isn't anyone talking about China exempting $40 billion in US imports from tariffs? We'll te…
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Welcome to Rivera and Reeves, where we break through the bias and tackle the biggest stories with zero patience for media nonsense! In this episode, Meseidy welcomes back geopolitics commentator Amanda Peterson to dive into Trump's first 100 days on the global stage. From the "not-so-chaotic" beginning of Trump 2.0 to the Department of Defense shak…
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Welcome to Rivera and Reeves, where we're breaking down Trump's first 100 days without the media spin! Meseidy and Rachel dive into the breakneck pace of the new administration - from the immigration crackdown that has border crossings down 99% to the economy's wild ride with "Liberation Day" tariffs. We're tackling the Doge restructuring chaos, an…
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In this no-holds-barred episode, Rachel and Meseidy (who's admittedly on muscle relaxers after tweaking her back) dive into the constitutional controversies rocking education from elementary schools to Ivy League universities. With their signature blend of sharp analysis and unfiltered commentary, they dissect how the mainstream media has completel…
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Meseidy and Rachel dive into the constitutional drama unfolding around deportations, international diplomacy served with a side of cocktails, and the internal chaos of Democratic party politics. With their signature blend of sharp analysis and unfiltered commentary, the hosts break down how the Supreme Court's midnight ruling temporarily blocking d…
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In this week's episode, we dive headfirst into the controversial deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia that has dominated headlines and divided political camps. Join us as we untangle the complicated web of immigration law, media narratives, and emerging evidence in our signature no-nonsense style! We break down how this Maryland father went from bei…
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Due to travel (and a forgotten microphone adapter), we're releasing this UnFiltered Episode on our public feed for EVERYONE today! Listen ad-free on the Substack App for the full experience. Paying supporters - we'd love to hear what you enjoy most about UnFiltered episodes in the comments! Enjoyed this episode? Use our limited…
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This week, Mercedes and Rachel dive into the ongoing tariff drama with all its unexpected twists and turns. First up, we break down the wild world of "Liberation Day" tariffs - how a plan to slap China with massive fees spiraled into market chaos, public Twitter fights between administration officials (including the legendary "Peter Retardo" incide…
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Join Meseidy and Rachel on another episode of Rivera and Reeves, where they break down the Democrats' "Hands Off" protests that swept across the nation this weekend. With over 1,400 events in 50 states, the hosts analyze what these demonstrations reveal about the Democratic party's ongoing identity crisis nearly 100 days into the Trump administrati…
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Get ready for a deep dive into the whirlwind week that was—tariffs, political theatrics, and economic head-scratchers included. This week on Rivera and Reeves, Meseidy and Rachel unpack “Liberation Day,” how it could impact your wallet, and whether anyone actually understands how these numbers were calculated. They break down the pros, the cons, an…
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In this episode of Rivera and Reeves, Meseidy and Rachel welcome Amanda Peterson from “Amanda Talks Geopolitics” to discuss global geopolitics with a focus on U.S. foreign policy. Highlights include an exploration of the U.S. strategy to counter China—including geopolitical dynamics involving Russia and Ukraine—the curious case of the Panama Canal,…
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In this deep dive on the "Signal Gate" national security controversy, we examine the new developments since Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic was accidentally added to a White House Signal chat about Yemen strikes. We break down what was actually in the leaked messages that Goldberg called "war plans," analyze Pete Hegseth's response, and discuss th…
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In this episode, Meseidy and Rachel break down the shocking Atlantic report revealing Trump administration officials accidentally added editor Jeffrey Goldberg to a sensitive Signal chat discussing Houthi strike operations. The hosts dissect the security implications of conducting national security business via messaging apps with emojis rather tha…
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In this jam-packed episode of Rivera and Reeves, we dive headfirst into the wild world of domestic terrorism—specifically, the bizarre wave of attacks on Tesla dealerships and owners. Is this a coordinated effort? Are far-left activists treating Elon Musk like their personal dartboard? We also tackle the latest flurry of injunctions from activist j…
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Busy weekend! This week, we break down Biden’s autopen scandal—who’s really signing these documents? Trump’s airstrikes on the Houthis (while still in golf gear) spark international debate, and the Democratic Party is eating itself alive as Chuck Schumer faces an all-out rebellion. Plus, did the Trump administration really defy a judge’s order on d…
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Trump’s first 50 days—let’s talk about it. From executive orders flying faster than a Tesla on the South Lawn to the media’s collective meltdown over government workers having to… work, we’re breaking it all down. Is the economy stabilizing or are we all doomed? What’s the deal with the Alien Enemies Act? And will Pam Bondi ever release the Epstein…
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Hold onto your pantalones, folks! This episode is a wild ride. We kick things off with the latest drama surrounding the Department of Education, the massive layoffs, and whether or not its days are numbered. Rachel, our in-house homeschooling expert, lays down the case for why she wouldn’t shed a tear if the DOE disappeared, while Meseidy plays dev…
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In this jam-packed episode of Rivera and Reeves, Rachel and Meseidy dive deep into the religious persecution in Syria that mainstream media is reluctant to fully report, unpacks the alleged "drama" within Trump's cabinet (spoiler: it might just be normal business discussions!), and examines the suspicious mass resignations at ActBlue. They also tac…
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In this episode of Rivera and Reeves, Meseidy and Rachel dive into the highs and lows of the longest joint address to Congress in history. From the hilarious realities of getting camera-ready for live streams ("Jeans before 7 a.m.? A choice!") to an in-depth breakdown of the speech, they pull no punches. Rachel shares behind-the-scenes insights fro…
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In this episode of Rivera and Reeves, Rachel and Meseidy navigate the wild world of politics and media with their signature blend of sharp analysis and biting humor. The duo dives deep into the recent Oval Office showdown involving Trump, Zelensky, and Vance, breaking down the chaos and dissecting the media’s predictable spin. They discuss the EU’s…
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Buckle up, folks! In this wild episode of Unfiltered, Meseidy and Rachel dive headfirst into the geopolitical chaos that erupted in the Oval Office when Ukrainian President Zelensky and President Trump went toe-to-toe. From Trump’s patience finally snapping to JD Vance’s unexpectedly savage VP energy, this episode has it all—diplomatic drama, spicy…
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The media is spiraling, Trump is shaking up the press corps, and Elon Musk is at the White House in a t-shirt—just another week in 2025. In this episode, we break down the White House decision to sideline the White House Correspondents Association, the press corps' long history of gatekeeping, and why journalists suddenly care about press freedom (…
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