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Rivera and Reeves

Rivera and Reeves

Written by: 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 afraid to say what you’re already thinking.

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  • Ep. 204 | Trump TORCHES Europe at Davos, ICE Arrests in Minneapolis & The Media's Latest Manipulation Exposed
    Jan 22 2026

    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 countries
    • Howard Lutnick declares “globalism has failed” from the World Economic Forum stage
    • Three arrests made in Minneapolis church invasion; Don Lemon charges blocked by magistrate judge
    • Tim Walz, Jacob Frey, and Keith Ellison served with federal subpoenas under Civil War-era statute
    • Leaked ICE memo reveals administrative warrant policy for entering homes—constitutional concerns explained
    • Media manipulation exposed: How the “5-year-old detained” story omits critical details


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    Chapters

    0:00 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



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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Ep. 203 | Protesters Storm Church Mid-Service, DOJ Responds - Minneapolis Is Out of Control
    Jan 20 2026

    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 Highlights
    • DOJ launches investigation into church protest under FACE Act and KKK Act provisions
    • Anti-ICE “rapid response” networks caught profiling citizens based on appearance and vehicle type
    • Tim Walz’s 36-hour silence—and his contradictory statements on political violence
    • Legal breakdown: administrative warrants vs. judicial warrants and what due process actually means
    • Minnesota 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!


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    Get R&R Merch!

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    Chapters

    0:00 - 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?



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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Ep. 202 | We Got the Playbook: Inside the GOP's Plan to Make America Affordable Again
    Jan 16 2026
    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 HighlightsExclusive 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 themFollow 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 Up2:30 New Intro Reveal4:30 Minneapolis ICE Situation & Media Spin12:00 Mayor Frey's Disastrous Response15:30 Caroline Levitt vs. The Hill17:00 Foreign Policy Update (Greenland, Venezuela, Iran)22:00 Why We Went to DC24:00 What Is Reconciliation? (Rep. Cline Explains)28:00 Can Republicans Herd the Cats? (Rep. Alford)32:00 Housing Crisis: First-Time Buyers at 4135:00 Mortgage Portability Explained40:00 Capital Gains Tax Relief for First-Time Buyers45:00 Rep. Cline on Obamacare's Destruction of Healthcare48:00 MAHA Accounts: Insurance + Food + Fitness (Rep. Burlison)55:00 Paid Family Leave the Conservative Way (Rep. Bice)62:00 Energy Deregulation & Codifying Permits68:00 Rep. Alford's Economic Prediction70:00 Call to Action: Contact Your RepSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    1 hr and 21 mins
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