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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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

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.

• 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

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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?

Rivera and Reeves return for 2026 with their first episode, tackling the biggest stories from their month-long hiatus. Meseidy and Rachel break down Trump’s foreign policy moves in Greenland, Venezuela, and Iran—explaining why it all connects back to China and Russia. They analyze the Minneapolis ICE shooting that killed activist Rebecca Good, cutting through the political spin from both sides. Plus: Tim Walz drops out of the governor race amid the Somali fraud scandal, and Elizabeth Warren wants Democrats to go further left. The hosts reunite in person to deliver their trademark unfiltered analysis on why the media keeps getting these stories wrong. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

• Trump’s “Art of the Deal” diplomacy: Why Greenland, Venezuela, and Iran all connect to countering China and Russia
• Minneapolis ICE shooting analysis: What the law actually says vs. what activists believe
• Tim Walz exits the governor race as Minnesota fraud scandal expands
• Elizabeth Warren pushes Democrats further left on affordability and ICE funding
• Why the UAE won’t send students to the UK anymore (yes, really)
• Kamala Harris doubles down on supporting Tim Walz despite her book’s implicationsEpisode Highlights

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0:00 We're Back! First Episode of 2026

2:30 Why We Were Delayed (Trump Bombed Venezuela)

5:25 Greenland: Will Trump Actually Invade?

11:10 Art of the Deal Diplomacy Explained

13:45 Why Greenland Matters for National Security

16:15 Venezuela: Maduro Captured, What's Next?

19:30 Iran's Role in the Russia-China Alliance

23:30 Iran's Potential as a Future Ally

27:30 Democrats' Form of "Imperialism"

30:55 Minneapolis: Tim Walz Drops Out

34:35 The Rebecca Good Shooting Breakdown

42:00 What the Law Actually Says About ICE Encounters

47:00 Activists Don't Understand Legal Consequences

50:50 Democrats Want to Defund ICE (Again)

53:00 Elizabeth Warren Goes Further Left

55:30 Q&A with Live Audience

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.

• 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

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.

• 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

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.

• 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

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.

• 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