reporter for nbc news joins us. she's just been waiting. >> another crimson tide fan i'm sure. >> and also with us -- >> taco bell, rescue dogs, what am i going here. >> she's like breaking real news stories. >> also with us for "the new york times" peter baker. >> peter is an expert on all the topics mentioned. he has something to say about every one of those. topics. >> taco bell, what's your favorite item? >> don't go there. >> it's gross, right? >> it's too early in the morning. >> favorite college football team. >> i'm an nfl guy. i'm a redskins fan. we're looking for more creative ways to lose tomorrow. >> that's kind of funny. >> you were wrong about peter baker. >> he doesn't want to play. he has serious things to say. >> so let's get serious now and talk about what's going on with