There are so many fast moving developments in the Trump, Ukraine, and whistleblower saga that it is hard to keep track of it all.  Brett Samuels, White House reporter at The Hill, joins us to break down what we know.  Trump openly said China should investigate the Bidens, how Vice President Mike Pence been involved, and the former special envoy for Ukraine is also testifying about what he knows.

Next, part of the whistleblower complaint was that the transcript of President Trump’s call with the Ukrainian president was placed in a special computer system reserved for the most sensitive national security secrets.  While not illegal, it was characterized as highly unusual.  Daniel Lippman, reporter at Politico, joins us for why the White House ordered this system upgraded to prevent leaks.

Finally, for all those wanting to get into the TV business, beware.  Right now, story producers for reality TV, those who craft the narrative of your favorite reality TV shows, are facing decreasing wages and tougher working conditions.  Tightening budgets are leading these producers to take on more work for the same pay.  Katie Kilkenny, associate editor at The Hollywood Reporter, joins us for more.

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