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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 colleagues are running for the hills.But wait, there's more! We're serving up piping hot takes on the epidemic of performative politics plaguing both parties, complete with Paul Ryan's cringey 2012 workout photos and Cory Booker's latest Spartacus moment on the House floor. Plus, Rachel drops some mafia history knowledge that'll have you googling old Detroit restaurants.Fair warning: We go completely off the rails talking about 80s movie ratings, puppet films, and why politicians need to stop filming themselves at the gym. It's chaotic, it's unfiltered, and frankly, it's exactly what you signed up for.Episode HighlightsJasmine Crockett's Atlantic Reality Check - The left-leaning publication accidentally exposes why 33 Democratic colleagues won't go on record supporting their own party member.The Waldorf Astoria Meltdown - Crockett's hotel room whisper session and failed attempt to shut down her own profile when journalists dared to interview people she didn't pre-approve.Performative Politics Hall of Shame - From Nancy Mace's pajama bus rides to Eric Swalwell's pathetic bench press videos, we're calling out the circus on both sides.Paul Ryan's Workout Photo Time Machine - Rachel unearths the cringiest political photo shoot of 2012 that somehow still makes us physically uncomfortable in 2025.Cory Booker's Spartacus Sequel - Breaking down his latest House floor tantrum over police funding bills and why his fellow Democrats are getting tired of his presidential audition performances.Hey Friend!If you’re a free subscriber and enjoyed this preview, why not take the next step?Becoming a paid supporter helps keep independent journalism alive and ensures we can keep bringing you real talk, real news, and real accountability—without the media spin.As a paid subscriber, you’ll get:🔥 Exclusive Content – Access to premium posts, deep-dive analysis, and subscriber-only podcasts.🎙 Unfiltered Episodes – Bonus conversations that go beyond the headlines.💬 Community Engagement – Join discussions, comment on posts, and be part of the conversation shaping our coverage.🚀 Support the Mission – Help us grow and continue challenging the narratives the mainstream media wants you to believe.If you love what we do, upgrading to a paid subscription is the best way to keep independent media thriving while getting more of the content you already enjoy.Get 30% off for 1 yearThank you for being here and supporting our mission!Chapters00:00 Opening & Atlantic Article Introduction03:25 The Atlantic's Jasmine Crockett Profile06:32 Social Media Obsession & Self-Presentation16:30 Democratic Colleagues Stay Silent19:03 Crockett Tries to Shut Down the Profile20:47 Racism & Performative Politics25:50 Origin Story Inconsistencies27:08 Redistricting & Electoral Reality Check29:29 The Performative Politics Epidemic36:56 Cory Booker's Spartacus Moment47:32 Paul Ryan Workout Photo Flashback49:16 Jimmy Hoffa History Segment55:25 "In God We Trust" History56:23 Closing & Dark Crystal TangentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/rivera-and-reeves/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
