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.
Episodes
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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.
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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.
10 snips
Mar 6, 2026 • 1h 7min
Trump's To Iran: "No Deal Except Unconditional Surrender"; Iran Says It's Ready for Ground Invasion
They dissect tense U.S.-Iran rhetoric and Tehran’s claim it is ready for a ground confrontation. They break down economic shocks, from payroll drops to gas and market risks. They cover political shakeups, including DHS leadership changes and Texas Senate maneuvering. They also debate media splits and weekly winners and losers.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 1h 6min
Democrat Gavin Newsom Denounced for Calling Israel an "Apartheid State" as Iran War Spreads Further
Rapid updates on the widening Iran war and risks to shipping and oil markets. Fresh coverage of Kurdish roles and shifting command dynamics. Heated debate over a Democratic leader's 'apartheid' comment and party tensions. Looks at midterm electoral fallout, chaotic Senate primaries in Texas, and a surprise Montana shake-up.
27 snips
Mar 4, 2026 • 1h 5min
"America Is Winning": Hegseth Warns Iran of "Death and Destruction" as Torpedo Sinks Iranian Ship
Discussion of unanswered questions about Iran and the strike that sank an Iranian ship. Debate over bombing, regime change, and secret outreach options. A deep dive into oil market risks and economic fallout. Analysis of Senate battles in Texas and North Carolina and the 2028 convention city choice.
Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 3min
Trump Predicts a Multi-Week War as Badly Wounded Iran Strikes Out at Neighbors, Conflict Widens
Melissa DeRosa, former senior government official and Democratic strategist, offers centrist national-security perspective. Eric Erickson, conservative commentator and columnist, provides right-leaning analysis. They debate how the operation is going. They weigh operational and political risks, media coverage, MAGA reactions, and what to watch next in the widening regional conflict.
9 snips
Mar 2, 2026 • 1h 3min
Exclusive Reporting from Mark Halperin as U.S. and Israel Bomb Iran for a Third Day and War Widens
Hyma (Jaime Amor), a Democratic commentator, and Hogan Gidley, a conservative operative, join for hard-hitting analysis. They walk through the Pentagon briefing and timelines. They debate endgame objectives, congressional consultation, and political fallout. They parse oil market moves, U.S.-Israeli coordination, and global reactions from Europe, the Gulf, China, and Russia.
Feb 27, 2026 • 1h 4min
Bill Clinton's Ties to Epstein Take Center Stage as He Faces Far Tougher Grilling Than Hillary's
They dig into Iran tensions and the odds of U.S. military action. A major focus is Bill Clinton’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein and how his testimony may play out. Trump’s moves in Texas and implications for Senate races get scrutiny. Tech and media shakeups, from Paramount’s takeover to Anthropic’s Pentagon spat, round out the conversation.
11 snips
Feb 26, 2026 • 1h 1min
Will Trump Strike Iran This Weekend? Massive Show of American Force as Talks Continue
Matt Gorman, Republican strategist offering GOP perspective and electoral analysis. Haima Moore, Democratic-leaning political strategist and campaign communications analyst. They tackle mounting US military movements near Iran and the chances of a surgical strike. They debate retaliation risks, unfolding Geneva talks, a Florida-Cuba boat clash, Clinton testimony timing, and high-stakes Texas Senate primary previews.
