The Morning Meeting
2WAY
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 Morning Meeting” offers the chance to attend – and participate in – one such meeting, hosted by 2WAY’s Mark Halperin, the #1 bestselling author and former ABC News political editor, and a rotating panel of co-hosts.
Each weekday morning on 2WAY, the home of conversations like no other, “The Morning Meeting” offers the chance to attend – and participate in – one such meeting, hosted by 2WAY’s Mark Halperin, the #1 bestselling author and former ABC News political editor, and a rotating panel of co-hosts.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 1h 5min
War Update: U-S Air Strikes Launch Battle to Reopen Strait of Hormuz as Iran Ramps Up Drone Attacks
A fast-paced rundown of recent strikes and U.S. air operations aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Discussion of Kharg Island options and Saudi Arabia's potential role. Analysis of energy and market repercussions, plus military messaging and asymmetric drone threats. Brief political flashes on 2028 contenders and weekly winners and losers.
Mar 19, 2026 • 1h 3min
Trump "Considering Ground Troops" as Iran Bombs Key Qatar Gas Fields, Israel Hits Iran Energy Sites
Tricia McLaughlin, former government official and political commentator, offers perspective on retirement, national security, and political fallout. She dissects energy-targeted strikes in the Gulf. She weighs the prospect of US ground forces and massive Pentagon funding. She explores diplomatic pressure, global reactions from China and Russia, and domestic political ripple effects.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 1h 6min
Israel Methodically Picks Off Iran's Leaders One by One; Tulsi Gabbard Faces Tough Questions on War
A fast-paced rundown of Iran-related strikes and reports of targeted killings. A heated preview of testimony and tough political questioning. Breakdowns of Senate maneuvers, TSA line worries, and shutdown drama. Market moves, inflation signals, and concerns about AI and stagflation. State politics and high-stakes primary dynamics round out the conversation.
Mar 17, 2026 • 1h 6min
Israel Says It's Killed Iran's Security Chief as Iran "Unleashes New Crackdown" on Its Own People
A fast-paced rundown of Iran-Israel tensions and the claimed killing of a top Iranian security figure. They debate possible diplomatic endgames and whether Gulf mediators can ease the crisis. The panel weighs risks to the Strait of Hormuz, oil markets, and wartime economic impacts. Politics mix in with analysis of U.S. players, 2028 implications, and Illinois primary dynamics.
Mar 16, 2026 • 1h 1min
"We Will Remember": Trump Demands Europe Help Patrol Strait of Hormuz, Fend off Iranian Attacks
Discussion centers on calls for allied patrols in the Strait of Hormuz and whether navies will join. They debate military gains, tactical strikes like Kharg and Karg Island, and implications for a potential Beijing summit. Conversation touches on terrorism risks, FBI readiness, and political maneuvering around the SAVE debate and 2028 speculation.
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Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 7min
Trump Slams NYT, Says He's "Totally Destroying" Iran; Hegseth Says New Leader "Likely Disfigured"
A fast-paced rundown of U.S. military strategy around the Strait of Hormuz and how to keep oil flowing. Heated debate about Trump’s claims of degrading Iran and questions about Iran’s supreme leader’s condition. Conversations on diplomatic moves by China, Saudi Arabia, and Europe. Domestic politics pop up with shutdown fights, a residency controversy, and weekly winners and losers.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 1h 4min
Tankers Burn and War Widens as Iran Menaces Oil Routes in Bid To Sow Chaos, Drive Up Prices
Discussion centers on threats to tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and how to reopen it. They debate whether fighting could become a prolonged quagmire or a short engagement. The conversation covers drone, submarine, and cyber risks to ships and homeland targets. Panelists weigh international options, regional actors’ roles, and the political messaging and credibility stakes for the U.S.
Mar 11, 2026 • 1h 2min
U.S. Pounds Iranian Mine-Laying Ships as Iran Lays Mines in the Straight of Hormuz Despite Warnings
Tense updates on Iran’s mine-laying in the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. military responses. Deep dives into energy markets, oil reserves, and global prices. Discussion of Russia and China’s roles amid rising hostilities. Political sparring over legislation, Senate maneuvering, and high-stakes state races. Listeners weigh in with campaign stories and Iowa State Fair banter.
14 snips
Mar 10, 2026 • 1h 7min
U.S. Warns Iran Today Is "The Most Intense Day... Most Fighters, Most Bombers, Most Strikes" in War
They debate timelines and goals for U.S. operations against Iran and whether the war can end soon. They analyze Strait of Hormuz oil flow, insurance and energy targeting. Tensions in U.S.-Israel relations and the rationale behind strikes come up. Politics and policy are covered from the SAVE America Act to Senate races and messaging risks. A school bombing and accountability concerns are also discussed.
Mar 9, 2026 • 1h 2min
Iran Signals "Fight to the End" With New Leader Pick, But Will Trump Declare Goals Met and Get Out?
Discussion centers on whether the Middle East war could end within days and how U.S. political calculus might shape that timing. Oil market turmoil and strategic chokepoints like Kharg and Hormuz get close attention. The quick selection of Iran’s new leader and U.S.-Israel coordination tensions are unpacked. Other threads: a possible school strike investigation, China and Russia’s roles, and domestic political fallout.
