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Rivera and Reeves

Meseidy Rivera and Rachel Reeves

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 afraid to

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Ep. 47 | Following the Money: Who's Really Funding...

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2025/06/12

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 money trail behind the recent protests and riots across California and beyond. We're talking taxpayer-funded activism, suspicious Signal chats, and a

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Ep. 46 | How One Assemblyman's Lies Sparked Weekend...

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2025/06/10

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, not Rachel’s), we're among friends here. This is our first video run, and it's exclusively available for our paying supporters on

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Ep. 44 | Kelly Paul on Finding Your People and...

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2025/06/05

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 partner - and why she's never looked back.Kelly shares the beautiful story of her Irish immigrant grandmother's evening purse and how carrying it

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Ep. 43 | Egyptian National's Terror Plot and...

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2025/06/03

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), dissect the media's predictable spin, and call out the Democrats' deafening silence on their own side's escalating

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Ep. 42 | Democrats Hit Rock Bottom: 27% Approval...

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2025/05/29

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 working class" like commissioning $20 million studies on how to talk to men, am I right?Meanwhile, we've got David Hogg pushing

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Ep. 41 | Assassin Culture is Going Mainstream and Are...

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2025/05/27

Episode DescriptionWelcome 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 why assassin culture is apparently becoming the progressive left's new hobby. Plus, we spill the tea on why

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Ep. 40 | The Biden Cancer Controversy: Timing,...

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2025/05/20

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 suspicious timing, potential cover-ups, and what this means for Democratic credibility. Between travel exhaustion and shock at the revelations, the

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Ep. 38 | Jake Tapper's Original Sin: The Biden...

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2025/05/15

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 Middle East tour, complete with billion-dollar deals and a fresh vision for American foreign policy that's raising

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Ep. 37 | Trump Considers Qatar's $400M Plane Gift...

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2025/05/13

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 where representatives stormed the gates. We're cutting through the spin and giving you the unfiltered truth about what's really going on

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UnFiltered 010 | Is the 'Woke Right' Real? Unpacking...

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2025/05/11

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 polarized political landscape. The hosts explore how the Republican party, now a "big tent" following the 2024

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Ep. 36 | Biden's Delusional BBC Interview, Columbia...

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2025/05/08

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. Plus, we're unpacking Trump's new self-deportation program with its $1,000 incentive that's got everyone talking, the latest on

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Ep. 35 | China Backs Down on Tariffs? NPR Gets...

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2025/05/06

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 tell you why! Plus, we dive into the NPR and PBS defunding drama (bye Felicia!), the mysterious exit of National Security Advisor Mike

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Ep. 34 | "Peace Through Strength" 100 Days of Trump's...

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2025/05/01

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 shake-ups, they analyze how Trump's approach to Russia, Ukraine, China, and Iran is reshaping America's role in the world. Is Trump's

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Ep. 33 | Trump's Border Success and Economic Gambles...

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2025/04/29

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, analyzing how Democrats are losing their minds with their "dictator" narrative, and questioning why Trump keeps sitting down

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Ep. 32 | Parents' Rights in Education: SCOTUS on...

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2025/04/24

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 completely misrepresented Mahmud versus Taylor as a "book banning case" when it's actually about religious parents seeking opt-out options for

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Ep. 31 | Supreme Court's Midnight Intervention:...

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2025/04/22

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 deportations has created tensions between branches of government, while a controversial "Margarita Summit" in El Salvador raises questions

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Ep. 30 | Inside the Abrego Garcia Deportation Drama:...

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2025/04/17

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 being portrayed as an innocent victim to having serious questions raised about potential MS-13 ties, domestic violence incidents, and human trafficking

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UnFiltered 009 | Political Violence in America: Has...

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2025/04/15

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTDue 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-time "Oops Discount" for 30% off annual subscriptions and unlock:Get 30% Off for 1 YearAd-free Tuesday/Thursday episodesSupporter-exclusive

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Ep. 29 | From Market Meltdown to "Bespoke" Deals:...

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2025/04/10

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" incident), and ultimately a surprising 90-day pause. Watch as cabinet heavyweights Peter Navarro, Howard Lutnick, Scott Bessett, and Elon Musk

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Ep. 28 | The Hands Off Protests: What 1,400 Events...

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2025/04/08

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 administration. What does the predominantly older, white demographic at these protests say about Democrats' messaging problems? Plus, they discuss

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