Ep. 87 | Democrats Tell Military to Defy Trump, Epstein Files Hit Democrats & Thanksgiving

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit riveraandreeves.substack.comWhen 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.Episode Highlights* 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 validUpgradeSupport 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!Follow Us On Youtube!Listen For Free at 6pmGet 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.Chapters00:00 Thanksgiving Anticipation and Personal Preferences03:09 Podcast Schedule and Holiday Break05:55 Current Events and Thanksgiving Discussions08:50 Political Reactions and Military Orders11:43 Democratic Messaging and Military Concerns14:43 Trump’s Response and Political Climate17:43 Economic Concerns and Voter Sentiment24:59 Self-Inflicted Challenges and Economic Recovery28:42 Youth Perspectives on Government Involvement29:35 Epstein Transparency and Political Fallout33:37 Defending the Indefensible: Political Damage Control41:41 The Origins of Thanksgiving: A Unifying Holiday45:45 The Origins of Thanksgiving47:00 Thanksgiving Food Traditions49:53 Cultural Differences in Thanksgiving Celebrations51:16 Thanksgiving Mishaps and Memories58:38 Thanksgiving Recipes and Preparations01:02:56 Thanksgiving Family Traditions and Celebrations