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EP 132: White House Interview Special Part 2: Harrison Fields Talks SignalGate, Gaza, Car Tariffs; Alex Pfieffer Talks White House Media Strategy Mar 30, 2025

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Mo News visited the White House recently to get insight into the Trump agenda 60 days into the administration, including their messaging and approach to the media. The previous special included conversations with RFK Jr and a top White House policy official.

This episode will include two additional conversations with two members of the White House communications team:

First, Harrison Fields is the Special Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Press Secretary. We talk about how he got into politics, SignalGate, and the Trump Administration’s new car tariffs. Fields also worked for the first Trump Administration, and talks about how Trump 2.0 is different from Trump 1.0.

Second, Alex Pfeiffer is the White House Deputy Communications Director. We talk about the Trump Administration's approach to the mainstream media, whether he thinks Republican support from young men will extend past President Trump, and Pfeiffer’s own “media diet.”

Mosheh Oinounou (@mosheh) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. He has 20 years of experience at networks including Fox News, Bloomberg Television and CBS News, where he was the executive producer of the CBS Evening News and launched the network's 24 hour news channel. He founded the @mosheh Instagram news account in 2020 and the Mo News podcast and newsletter in 2022.

Jill Wagner (@jillrwagner) is an Emmy and Murrow award-winning journalist. She's currently the Managing Editor of the Mo News newsletter and previously worked as a reporter for CBS News, Cheddar News, and News 12. She also co-founded the Need2Know newsletter, and has made it a goal to drop a Seinfeld reference into every Mo News podcast.

EP 131: White House Interview Special Part 1: Robert F Kennedy Jr Talks Health Agenda; Trump Senior Strategist May Mailman Talks DOGE, Immigration and Campus Crackdown Mar 28, 2025

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Mo News visited the White House this week to get perspective on the Trump agenda 60 days into the administration from DOGE to immigration to tariffs to their “Make America Healthy Again” initiative. We interviewed several top officials during our trip. This episode will include two conversations.

First, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined us just hours after announcing sweeping cuts to his department—slashing the workforce by thousands. Kennedy argues the agency (which includes the CDC, FDA, NIH, and others) has grown bloated under Biden and says fewer administrators will actually make it more effective.

Kennedy also opened up about his crackdown on soda in food stamps, his baby formula initiative, and where the president has drawn a line when it comes to MAHA. In a wide-ranging conversation, Kennedy laid out his plan to reshape HHS—and why he believes doing “more with less” will improve care.

Second, we present our conversation with May Mailman, a senior policy strategist and Deputy Assistant to the President. She discussed what makes the second Trump term different, from the whirlwind pace, to the pre-planned executive orders and how aggressive implementation have reshaped the administration's early impact. We get into the administration’s controversial border deportation strategy, including the legal battle over deporting alleged gang members to El Salvador using a law from 1798.

Beyond that, Mailman also opens up about working with Elon Musk on the administration’s Doge initiative to cut government waste, explaining why his “outsider” mindset—paired with insider legal expertise—is making changes she once thought were impossible. We also explore how those aggressive early cuts are being refined to avoid what some call indiscriminate slashing.

EP 130: Recession Concerns, Tariffs, Inflation, and AI with NPR’s Roben Farzad Mar 25, 2025

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The first months of the second Trump administration have been filled with economic headlines: on-again/off-again tariffs, fluctuating markets, and the threat of a recession.

In this episode, we dive deep with Roben Farzad, host of NPR’s Full Disclosure podcast, on how we got here to this point over the last several decades. Roben explains how years of free trade and offshoring have led to rising stock markets and cheap luxury goods, while millions of Americans still feel the pinch of rising inflation and housing prices–issues that swept Trump into office in 2024. We also discuss the rise of China and whether Trump’s tariff plan is a realistic solution for solving these problems.

Plus, electric vehicles, the state of the media, and how AI will affect all of these areas going forward.

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EP 129: Breaking the Paycheck Cycle: Exploring Immediate Access To Your Paycheck Mar 10, 2025

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In an era of rising inflation, nearly half of Americans find themselves living paycheck-to-paycheck, navigating financial stress and uncertainty.

This episode–which is sponsored by EarnIn–takes a closer look at an innovative solution providing workers realtime access to their paychecks before payday.

Mosheh sits down with Ram Palaniappan, CEO of EarnIn—a company revolutionizing personal finance with wage access. Ram shares insights into the origins of the company and how EarnIn works.

We also delve into the historical roots of the biweekly payroll system, tracing its centuries-old origins. From outdated ID systems to America’s lagging real-time payment infrastructure, we also explore why these antiquated practices persist despite decades of technological advancement.

To explore what millions are discovering with EarnIn at www.mo.news/earnin*

*EarnIn is not a bank. Access limits depend on your earnings and risk factors. Services are available in select states, subject to terms and restrictions. Expedited transfers are available for a fee. Tips go to EarnIn and do not affect service quality or availability. Visit earnin.com for details.

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EP 128: Constitution 101 With Author Ben Sheehan Feb 27, 2025

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Since his inauguration just over one month ago, President Trump has signed a series of executive orders and taken other actions to remake and reduce the size of the federal government. And in the process, he’s challenging the checks and balances that are a hallmark of our democracy. Dozens of lawsuits have been filed in the past month challenging some of those executive actions. Federal courts across the country have started to weigh in.

We thought it would be a good idea to go back to basics, with some Government and Constitution 101. And for that, we’re talking to Ben Sheehan, best-selling author of What Does the Constitution Actually Say? A Non-Boring Guide to How Our Democracy Is Supposed to Work.

Ben has appeared as a political analyst on Real Time with Bill Maher, Good Morning America and CBS News. He’s host of the upcoming series Civics Made Easy on PBS. Aside from politics, Ben is a former award-winning producer at Funny Or Die.

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EP 127: How to Win at Travel: Expert Tips from ‘The Points Guy’ Feb 07, 2025

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We do a deep-dive into all things travel with Brian Kelly, the founder of The Points Guy and author of the new book, How to Win at Travel.

Brian shares his extensive travel knowledge, offering invaluable tips on everything from finding the cheapest flights and mastering loyalty programs to overcoming the fear of flying and navigating jet lag.

We explore how to maximize credit card rewards, tips for redeeming points, and why some travel "bargains" might end up costing you more in the long run. Brian also offers practical advice on travel insurance, the dos and don’ts of booking flights and hotels, and the best tech tools for managing your travel experience.

Plus, we talk about how the world of loyalty programs is evolving, how Brian has evolved personally and professionally (including what it’s like being a father of two now), and why his 2024 year of no elite status with Delta has been liberating.

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EP 126: Tragedy in the Skies: What We Know About The Mid-Air Collision Over DC And What Comes Next Feb 01, 2025

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In this breaking edition of the podcast, we dive deep into the deadly air collision over Washington, D.C., involving an American Airlines jet and a military blackhawk helicopter that killed 67 people.

We discuss the latest with CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg on what may have gone wrong, how the investigation will unfold, and the broader issues at play in the skies after the deadliest airline incident in two decades.

From the challenges of navigating crowded U.S. airspaces to concerns about FAA oversight, air traffic controller shortages, and what these factors mean for the future of air travel—Peter breaks it all down. Tune in for a crucial conversation on aviation safety and what comes next.

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EP 125: Race in America: Obama’s Legacy, Trump, BLM, and the Second Civil Rights Movement Jan 28, 2025

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We take a look at the state of race in America with what is being called the second Civil Rights Movement. The nation has undergone dramatic shifts over the past two decades, from the election of Barack Obama, to Black Lives Matter, to the rise, fall and return of Donald Trump.

Juan Williams joins Mosheh to discuss these developments and his new book, New Prize For These Eyes, which examines the second civil rights movement of the past 20 years. The conversation explores Obama’s legacy—both his accomplishments and shortcomings—as well as the progress and missteps of the Black Lives Matter movement. We dive into the state of the Democratic party, civil rights activists and how Black Americans look at the two political parties.

Williams, a longtime journalist, who is currently a contributor at Fox News Channel, where he and Mosheh previously worked together, offers his perspective on the challenges facing America’s shifting racial landscape.

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EP 124: The Power Pause: Navigating Career Breaks, Motherhood, and Returning to Work Jan 14, 2025

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Career breaks have long been a complicated decision for many women, and Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power Pause, is helping to reshape the narrative.

In this episode, we dive into the art of stepping away from work and the strategies for returning, if you want to. Neha opens up about her own career pause and the lessons she learned along the way, offering personal insights into balancing ambition with family and personal fulfillment.

We also take a broader look at the fascinating history of women in the workforce in America, exploring how societal expectations and economic realities have shaped the choices available to women over the decades. From the evolving role of stay-at-home moms to the modern challenges of reentering the workforce, Neha offers advice for anyone navigating these transitions.

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EP 123: Canada’s Political Crisis: A Prime Minister Faces Calls To Resign & A Potential Trade War With The U.S. Dec 26, 2024

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Amid the turbulence in Washington, we turn our attention to Canada, where political drama is heating up. With PM Justin Trudeau facing mounting challenges, how much longer can he hold on after nearly 10 years in power? What should we expect from the upcoming elections, and how is the ripple effect of U.S. politics influencing the Canadian landscape? And, how much of an impact are Trump’s tariff threats and jokes about Canada becoming a 51st US state impacting things?

For this special edition, we’re joined by Amanda Alvaro and Rachael Segal, hosts of the Canadian women’s podcast Beyond a Ballot, to unpack the chaos. Together, we explore the stakes, the players, and where Canada is heading at this pivotal moment.

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