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The Morning Meeting

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Donald Trump
United States
Democratic Party
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Minnesota
Gavin Newsom
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President Trump
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Graham Platner
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Every weekday morning, the executives who run America’s television news networks chair a key gathering of their anchors, correspondents, and producers to look ahead at the day’s forthcoming events. The meeting offers – for those lucky enough to attend – a fascinating, forward-looking snapshot of the news cycle ahead. Each weekday morning on 2WAY, the home of conversations like no other, “The Morni... more

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MONDAY, 9/21/26

TODAY'S TOPICS:

The pool

Midterm overview.

The president’s head and schedule.

UNGA and Xi and Trump.

Mamdani and Trump.

LA mayoral.

Harris ’28.

AOC ’28.

Newsom ’28.

Shapiro ’28.

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📅 Friday, September 18, 2026

TODAY’S TOPICS:

Midterms overview.

New ads.

Rapid round: Iran, China, Russia.

AI 2028.

AOC 2028.

Winners and losers of the week and what to look for this weekend.

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📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026

TODAY’S TOPICS:

Michigan Senate.

Midterms.

Fox poll.

The Fed.

Energy prices.

Iran.

Canada.

AI.

Kennedy Center.

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WEDNESDAY, 9/16/2026

TODAY'S TOPICS:

AI.

Midterm spending.

Ads.

The Hill agenda.

Warsh and the Fed.

Iran.

Kennedy Center.

Clarity and clarity.

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Recent Guests

James Talarico
Texas politician discussed in context of Texas Senate race
Texas Legislature
Episode: Talarico and Paxton in Face Off Over Photo as Democrat Jon Ossoff Trains Fire at Trump
Dr. El-Sayed
Physician/academic who posted a video on 9-11
Episode: The Democrats Are the Party of Hatred": Vance Slams El-Sayed, Talarico as Midterms Loom
Joseph Lopez
Caller invited onto the show, referred to as Joey Lowe in introductions
Episode: Trump Warns That Democrat El-Sayed "Hates Family Households, Wants To Destroy American Way of Life"
Tom Emmer
Republican whip in the House, guest on the Dallas convention discussion
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Trump Takes Aim at Democrats as First Ever GOP Midterm Convention Kicks Off in Dallas
Michael Briggs
Guest who contributes political analysis and asks questions
Former Sanders staffer, political commentator
Episode: Abdul El-Sayed Under Pressure Over Old Tweets About 9/11
Susan Smith
Community caller, one of the audience participants
Episode: Democrat Abdul El-Sayed Slammed for "Non-Apology" for Remarks on Synagogue Attack in Michigan
Michael Graham
New Hampshire journalist and political commentator
New Hampshire Journal
Episode: Trump Warns About "Big, Big Trouble for Our Country" as He Focuses on Key, High Stakes Midterm Races
Meghan McCain
Commentator and former senator's daughter, featured guest
Meghan McCain LLC
Episode: El-Sayed Under Fire for "Disastrous" Fox News Interview; Trump's Pick Wins in South Carolina Primary
Abdul El-Sayed
Political candidate featured in a provocative interview
Michigan political campaign
Episode: Democrat Abdul El-Sayed Asks Cringey Question of Fox News' Jesse Watters: Will It Harm His Campaign?

Hosts

Mark Halperin
Host of The Morning Meeting; veteran political journalist with deep experience in Washington coverage; frequent panelist and moderator.
Larry O'Connor
Co-host and moderator; long-running panelist with anchoring and cross-talk duties.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 472 ratings
  • Don’t Miss The Morning Meeting

    Best way to stay informed with guests who are funny and knowledgeable. Love Mark as the host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amish Girl in CA
    United States2 months ago
  • Bias Junk with Agenda

    News? More like one sided propaganda

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gene Everett 187
    United States4 months ago
  • Best for news and entertaining commentary

    Best show with solid news and fair and entertaining commentary. This has become my daily “go to” for news and I love that this is now available in podcast form.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    216AF
    United States4 months ago
  • Good show but…

    Stop eating on the microphone, Mark

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Your S1
    United States6 months ago
  • Love your show.

    Great premise wonderfully rational and balanced guests. Please have producer equalize volume of mics from all participants and inputs. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tigerjoboo
    United States7 months ago

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Balanced and informed discussions with knowledgeable guests.
Some critique volume and pacing, but overall high regard for analysis.
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Audience appreciates wide range of perspectives and real-time insights.

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#195
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#213
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#93
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump Expected To Hit Democrat Talarico Hard at Texas GOP Convention
Q: Given the state of the convention, what is the best-case scenario for Republicans and what could derail it?
The best case is unified messaging from the president, a disciplined focus on Democrats as the alternative, and strong crowd engagement that translates into durable fundraising momentum and favorable optics for social media. Risks include divisions within the party, a poorly attended arena, and overreliance on negative advertising that could backfire if not paired with a compelling positive narrative.
The Democrats Are the Party of Hatred": Vance Slams El-Sayed, Talarico as Midterms Loom
Q: What did the speakers think about the impact of Dallas and 9-11 on the midterms?
They believed Dallas gave Republicans an opportunity to shift the conversation toward the economy and their record, while 9-11 remains a potent emotional touchstone that campaigns will leverage in messaging and ads.
Trump Takes Aim at Socialists as Rhetoric Heats Up for a Wild Weekend
Q: Eric, what percentage of Trump voters would say they regret supporting him for reelection?
The consensus is that very few would regret it, perhaps around 20%, depending on whether primaries or general election context is considered; a larger share might regret nominating Trump rather than voting for him.
Shock Loss for "Hugely Problematic" Socialist Hong in Wisconsin Primary: Has Far Left Hit Its Limit?
Q: What do you think about the polling results in Wisconsin and nationwide?
The hosts argue that polling was not off in a meaningful way and that the polls captured ceilings and overall dynamics, though media framing often misrepresented daily movement.
"She's Probably Going To Lose": Haley Stevens Faces Abdul El-Sayed in Key Test of Far Left vs Left
Q: What is the panel's view on the impact of Hassan Piker's association with El-Sayed on the general election?
They suggest distancing from overtly socialist associations could be advantageous for broader appeal, while recognizing the energy such figures bring to the progressive base.

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A fast-paced weekday briefing via a rotating panel of seasoned political and media analysts, executives, and reporters. Discussions center on current events, elections, policy, and media coverage, with live reactions, sponsor reads, and audience interactions that ground debates in real-world implications. Notable is a balanced, multi-perspective approach that combines insider political analysis with media industry insights, often anchored by a core trio of hosts and a rotating roster of guests from politics, journalism, and sports media. The format aims to translate complex national stories into accessible, real-time conversations for engaged listeners who want both context and varied viewpoints.

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Recent guests on The Morning Meeting include:

1. James Talarico
2. Dr. El-Sayed
3. Joseph Lopez
4. Tom Emmer
5. Michael Briggs
6. Susan Smith
7. Michael Graham
8. Meghan McCain

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