Ep. 004 | Gavin Newsom’s Reputation Cleanup: Fires, Funds, and Finger-Pointing

Rivera and Reeves

In this episode, we tackle California's blaze-filled headlines and political drama! Rachel and Meseidy navigate everything from Gavin Newsom’s questionable PR stunts to the chaotic confirmation hearings in D.C. Plus, we dive into the circus of Jimmy Carter’s funeral and its epic side-eye moments. This episode includes a mix of laughs, jaw-dropping moments, and our signature “media-is-trash” truth bombs.

What We Discuss:

• Updates on California wildfires: containment efforts, arson rumors, and soaring damage costs.
• Gavin Newsom’s PR spin: podcasts, misinformation websites, and fundraising flubs.
• Political fallout from the state’s mismanagement of reservoirs and fire resources.
• The drama unfolding in confirmation hearings—Pete Hegseth, Pam Bondi, and more.
• Inauguration prep: MAGA rallies, packed schedules, and predictions for day one of the Trump presidency.
• The epic showdown of body language at Jimmy Carter’s funeral—petty glances and iconic glares included.

Don’t Miss This:

• Why we’re skeptical about “Trump-proofing” California for $50 million.
• The eerie comparisons between Gavin Newsom and Patrick Bateman from American Psycho.
• A preview of inauguration week madness and why Rachel isn’t braving D.C. traffic.
• Our side-eye-filled analysis of imagine followed by the Lord’s Prayer.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Initial Discussion

00:24 Welcome to Rivera and Reeves

00:55 Casual Conversation and Personal Updates

01:50 California Fires Update

06:10 Speculations and Causes of the Fires

14:10 Governor Newsom's PR Campaign

29:49 Budget Cuts and Firefighting Resources

41:44 Controversial Immigration Policies

42:39 Rebuilding Efforts and Housing Crisis

43:52 Gavin Newsom's Political Maneuvers

47:35 Fundraising Scandal and ActBlue

51:59 Federal Aid and Mismanagement Concerns

58:47 Senate Confirmation Hearings

01:06:40 Inauguration Preparations and Events

01:12:41 Jimmy Carter's Funeral and Political Drama

01:15:34 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Content

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