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Introducing Rich Valdés America at Night, new talk for a new generation! Rich brings late night radio alive with the perfect blend of news, entertainment, interesting interviews, pop culture and insight. It’s America’s new nighttime town hall, celebrating America’s success and helping plot the right path forward. We talk with politicians, influencers, entertainers and ordinary Americans from all walks of life. And then, it’s “Open Phone America,” your turn to chime in on the discussion with your own thoughts and ideas. Welcome to a live and lively snapshot of America. Rich Valdés America at Night.

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    Judge Orders Khalil's Release, Iran's Cyber Threat Rises, and One Marine's Fight Against PTSD

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 122:38


    Rich is joined by Alex Swoyer—attorney and legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times—to discuss the controversial federal court decision ordering the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a figure tied to terror-related concerns. With the Trump administration considering deportation action, the case raises serious questions about national security and judicial oversight. Marine veteran and founder of Post Traumatic Winning, Michael McNamara, shares his battle-tested approach to dealing with post-traumatic stress—offering raw, practical insight not just for veterans, but for anyone dealing with deep emotional trauma. Then, former CIA cybersecurity expert and Secure Anchor CEO Eric Cole breaks down the growing risk of Iranian cyberattacks targeting U.S. infrastructure and private industry. He explains why digital warfare may be Iran's next move—and how America can stay ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Trump Weighs War, Biden's Auto-Pen Presidency, and SCOTUS Faces Gender Reckoning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 127:50


    Rich is joined by Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Bob Dees, who served 31 years in the U.S. Army, including as Commander of the U.S.-Israeli Combined Task Force for Missile Defense. General Dees offers expert insight into the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel—including Iran's horrific hospital attack—and weighs in on President Trump's evolving stance on U.S. involvement in the growing regional war. Mike Howell, Executive Director of the Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project, exposes major concerns over President Biden's cognitive decline and the use of an “auto-pen presidency.” Howell explains the legal battle Republicans are launching to uncover who was really making decisions inside the White House—including efforts to subpoena Biden's doctor. Then, Dr. Gilda Carle—renowned relationship expert, author of Real Men Don't Go Woke, and spokesperson for the International Council of Men and Boys—unpacks how feminism and gender ideology are clashing with biological reality in the courts. She breaks down the Supreme Court's recent decision upholding Tennessee's ban on transgender medical procedures for minors and what it means for the culture war ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Trump Takes on Iran, Supreme Court Backs States, and the FBI's Darkest Secret

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 127:16


    Rich is joined by Brigitte Gabriel—national security analyst, bestselling author, and Chairman of ACTforAmerica.org—who lays out how President Trump is confronting the Iran threat without dragging America into another war. She explains how his foreign policy is aimed at stopping Iran's nuclear ambitions while restoring stability in the Middle East after years of global missteps. Then, Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, breaks down a landmark Supreme Court decision that upholds Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming medical procedures for minors. He explains what this means for state sovereignty, parental rights, and the future legal direction of youth gender policies—and how Trump-appointed justices are shaping the Court's conservative trajectory. Finally, David Wheeler, author of Killing My Father: The Inside Story of the Biggest FBI Corruption Scandal in History, shares the chilling truth about how his father, tech millionaire Roger Wheeler, was murdered by a mob hit—and how deep FBI corruption enabled one of the darkest cover-ups in American law enforcement history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Chinese Plot Claims, Iran Strategy, and Political Shockwaves at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 126:13


    On this episode, Rich is joined by former federal prosecutor and former Chief of the Criminal Division in New York, Doug Burns, to analyze Kash Patel's alarming claim of a Chinese plot and what it means for U.S. legal and national security systems. Then, Daniel Flesch—former IDF paratrooper and Senior Policy Analyst at the Heritage Foundation—shares strategic insights on how America should respond to the growing threat from Iran and the broader instability in the Middle East. Rich also breaks down two explosive domestic developments: the arrest of NYC Comptroller Brad Lander by ICE agents and the dramatic moment when Senator Alex Padilla was handcuffed after approaching the podium during a DHS event. A high-stakes episode connecting global threats and political chaos at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    NYC's Mayoral Battle, Teachers vs. ICE and the Iran-Israel Threat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 127:38


    Founder of the Guardian Angels and former NYC mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa—joins Rich to break down the high-stakes mayoral race shaping New York City's future. Next, Erika Donalds, chair of the America First Policy Institute's Center for Education Opportunity and founder of OptimaEd, discusses how radical teachers' union leaders are clashing with immigration enforcement by opposing ICE, and the growing concern among parents about the unchecked use of smart devices in classrooms—impacting student focus, privacy, and development.Finally, Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, co-founder of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, examines the growing threat of open conflict between Israel and Iran. He highlights the critical role the Trump administration played in pushing back against Iran's nuclear ambitions—and what's at risk if current U.S. leadership fails to act with strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Guest Host Dom Giordano: Missile Attacks, Anti-Semitism, and a Soldier's Journey"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 129:14


    Guest host Dom Giordano tackles rising anti-Semitism, Israel's leadership under Netanyahu, and the latest missile attacks in Iran. Later in the episode, he's joined by Nick Berg, a former special operations soldier and author of Tehran: Forged in Conflict. Berg shares his powerful story—from growing up in Iran to becoming an American soldier—and offers insight into today's tensions, his firsthand experiences, and his hope for renewed strength under Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Gaza Tensions, Cartel Power, and Rewiring the Stressed Brain

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 128:54


    Rich is joined by Ruthie Blum—former adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior editor at JNS—for an unfiltered look at the crisis in Gaza and the push for a Palestinian state. Chris Moritz, author of Failed State: A Portrait of California in the Twilight of Empire, exposes the growing power of Mexican cartel gangs and their reach inside American communities. Plus, Dr. Vince Callahan, founder of the Florida Institute for Neural Discovery, shares insights from his new book Freedom to Change, revealing how stress—especially from childhood—reshapes the brain and how we can reclaim control. Also additional updates on LA Riots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    From Autopens to Insurrections: National Security, Civil Unrest, and Global Conflict"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 127:24


    Rich talks with Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) about the controversy over President Biden's autopen use and what it means for presidential accountability. Next, Chuck DeVore, former California legislator and National Guardsman, reflects on the LA riots and Rodney King and weighs in on current insurrection rhetoric. Finally, Blaine Holt, retired Air Force officer and NATO deputy, shares expert analysis on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its impact on U.S. policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Big Bill Blowback, LA in Flames, and Sanctions on El Chapo's Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 126:45


    Rich talks with Steve Moore—Co-Founder of the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, Club for Growth leader, about key changes to President Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” and the GOP's growing concern over its impact on the national deficit. Jessie Holguin, founder of the Lexit Movement, breaks down the recent protests in Los Angeles and what they reveal about the state of law and order in urban America. Plus, national security expert Doug Quets joins to discuss the latest U.S. sanctions targeting the children of drug kingpin El Chapo. It's a hard-hitting episode on economics, crime, and political reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Healing Veterans, Gender Identity, Hoarding Psychology, Bondi Abrego Garcia charges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 126:27


    On this powerful episode , Rich speaks with Tyler Grey, author of Forged in Chaos and a leading advocate for veterans' mental health, about PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and the long road to healing. Dr. Kathy Koch, founder of Celebrate Kids, shares insights from her new book Raising Gender-Confident Kids—a guide to helping children find identity and stability in today's confusing world. Then Rich speaks with Brandon Bronaugh, A&E's hoarding makeover expert and CEO of Life Cycle Transitions, reveals the deeper medical and psychological roots of hoarding. Rich also shares and discusses the latest on the Bondi Abrego Garcia charges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Guest Host Dom Giordano: Media Bias, Weak Jobs Report, Elon Names Trump in Epstein Files

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 128:38


    Guest host Dom Giordano of WPHT Philadelphia fills in for Rich and reacts to Elon Musk naming Donald Trump in the Epstein files. David Bozell, President of the Media Research Center, joins to expose liberal bias at NPR and PBS and calls to defund public media. Bruce de Torres of the American Small Business League discusses Trump's criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and the implications of a disappointing jobs report. Plus, workplace expert Heather Lisle, author of Hold the Pineapple, breaks down the blue-collar job boom as more employers drop college degree requirements in the age of AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    National Guard on the Frontlines, Biden Under Scrutiny, Reshaping Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 102:59


    Rich talks with Congressman Burgess Owens (R-UT) to break down his “big, beautiful bill” aimed at reshaping the future of the 4th Congressional District and the country. He's then joined by Mandy Gunasekara, former EPA Chief of Staff, who discusses growing concerns over President Biden's cognitive health and what it means for national leadership. Finally, Ammon Blair, Senior Fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, explains why the National Guard remains the backbone of effective border security and immigration policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    DOGE Cuts, Trump's Rising Polls, and Consumer Confidence Surges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 124:01


    Rich is joined by Rep. Mark Harris (NC-8) to break down the latest on the “Big Beautiful Bill,” DOGE spending cuts, and what they mean for America's economic future. EJ Antoni discusses his new role as Chief Economist at The Heritage Foundation and shares insights on rising consumer confidence despite economic headwinds. Plus, CEO and Partner of McLaughlin & Associates John McLaughlin shares the latest data on President Trump's approval ratings and what they signal heading into the election season. Packed with expert takes and fearless commentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Job Corps Abuse, Ava Moore's Tragedy, and Violence Against Christians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 121:17


    Rich talks with Daily Wire reporter Luke Rosiak, who exposes how the federal Job Corps program is being exploited by adults. Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) joins to discuss the tragic death of 18-year-old Ava Moore and the connection to illegal immigration. Jenny Korn, former Deputy Assistant to the President and White House Faith Director, sheds light on rising violence against Christians in Seattle and recent attacks on pro-Israel supporters. Don't miss this powerful and timely conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Seattle Christians under attack, Schools and the First Amendment, So long to Elon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 128:49


    Rich discusses an attack on a Christian group in Seattle with radio host Jason Rantz. Next Vice President and legal fellow at Defending Education Sarah Parshall Perry explains how schools are flunking the First Amendment. We also speak with retired Miami-Dade police Sergeant gives his take on America's fight against internal threats. Plus the headlines of the day, including the last day of Elon Musk as the DOGE chief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Chicago Alderman, COVID Vaccine Guidelines, Congressional Candidate from Florida

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 128:37


    Rich talks with Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez, about the connection between the suspect in last week's shootings in Washington, DC, and Congressman Chuy Garcia. Then he discusses COVID Vaccine guidelines, and the MAHA Commission with former Heath and Human Services Deputy Assistant Secretary of Health David Mansdoerfer. Plus we catch up with author Raven Harrison, who is now running for Congress in Florida's 23rd District. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Stopping wokeness in the military, Stand-up comedian tackles DEI, Sovereign wealth fund

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 128:38


    Rich talks with Navy SEAL Reserve Officer Kaj Larsen about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's mission to end wokeness in the military. Next, we check in with stand-up comedian Chrissie Mayr, currently on her national "DEI Hire" tour. Later, an update on President Trump's sovereign wealth fund from Scott Powell, author of "Rediscovering America." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Finances and crypto, Facing grief, FDR's lies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 129:11


    Rich talks with Les Borsai, co-founder of Wave Digital Assets, about the crypto summit in Las Vegas and efforts on Capitol Hill to create a 'stablecoin.' Next, Dr. Cristi Bundukamara shares how losing various members of her family led her to found the pioneering health practice Mentally STRONG. Later, we're "Debunking FDR: The Man and the Myths," with author Mary Grabar, who is also founder of the Dissident Prof Education Project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    MAHA Commission Report, Masculinity and feminism, Memoir of an Army veteran

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 129:10


    Rich discusses this week's findings of the 'Make America Healthy Again' Commission with Col. Josh McConkey, U.S. Air Force combat physician and author of "Be The Weight Behind The Spear." Next, Dr. Gilda Carle, author of "Real Men Don't Go Woke," explains how feminism has failed women. Later, as we observe Memorial Day, former Pentagon senior official and Army veteran Ryan McDermott shares his story in "Downriver: Memoir of a Warrior Poet." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    House passes 'One Big, Beautiful Bill,' Harvard international students blocked, Horrifying murder of two Israeli Embassy staffers in DC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 129:06


    Rich talks with Nick Giordano, professor of political science at Suffolk County Community College, about the House passage of the 'one, big beautiful bill' and the Trump Administration's move to stop Harvard from enrolling international students. Next, we learn more about the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers, who were shot down outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, from Elliot Resnick, former editor-in-chief of the Jewish Press. Plus, a bit more on how to deal with such acts of hate with 'America's Psychiatrist' Dr. Carole Lieberman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    South Africa's President visits the White House, Sanctuary state policy in California, Slashing energy regulations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 129:19


    Rich talks with journalist and author Lee Smith about South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, who denied the genocide of Afrikana farmers in his Oval Office meeting with President Trump. We also look at the launch of Operation Guardian Angel, meant to neutralize California's sanctuary state policies, with corporate attorney Christopher Moritz; he's also the author of "Failed State: A Portrait of California in the Twilight of Empire." Later, Gregory Wrightstone, executive director of the CO2 Coalition and author of "A Very Convenient Warming," tells us more about the Energy Department's proposal to cut 47 rules in what's being called the 'largest deregulatory effort in history.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Protecting the Homeland, Pharmaceutical company to buy 23andMe, Possible elder abuse of Joe Biden

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 129:12


    Rich welcomes Dr. Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to President Trump and senior director for counter terrorism at the National Security Council, to talk about the 'Golden Dome' defense system and other matters of national security. Next, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is buying 23andMe for $256 million; we get reaction from Dr. Steven Quay, founder of Atossa Therapeutics. We also talk tariffs and China with Kerry Lutz, best-selling author of host of Financial Survival Network. Plus, Dr. Elaine Healy, whom you may recall as a COVID whistleblower, tells why she has informed Delaware authorities of the possible elder abuse of former President Joe Biden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Take Down Act, Trump call with Putin, Top FBI Chiefs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 129:03


    Rich talks with Newsmax chief White House correspondent James Rosen about President Trump signing the Take Down Act into law, as well as former President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis. We also check in with (Ret.) Brigadier General Blaine Holt for a discussion of President Trump latest phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Plus, highlights from FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino's weekend interview on Fox News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    House Budget Committee fails to pass reconciliation bill, High cost of insulin, How to spot ADHD

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 128:58


    Rich discusses the failure of the budget reconciliation bill with Kerry Picket, White House correspondent for the Washington Times. Next, we look at the cost of insulin and drugs to treat diabetes, along with other nutrition solutions; Tim Keller is chairman and founder at U.S. Diabetes Care. Later, Dr. Leigh Richardson, founder of the Brain Performance Center, talks about kids using social media to self-diagnose mental health issues. Plus, breaking down the symptoms of ADHD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    SCOTUS takes on birthright citizenship; Sinaloa cartel leaders arrested; Scheme to assassinate Trump?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 128:59


    Rich welcomes Sarah Parshall Perry, vice president and legal fellow at Defending Education, to discuss the birthright citizenship case before the Supreme Court. We also learn more about actions taken against leaders of the Sinaloa cartel, from Randy Clark, former Division Chief for Law Enforcement Operations at the Border Patrol. Later, Jason Sullivan, contributor-at-large for The Gateway Pundit, brings us details on an intriguing story out of Wisconsin where a teen is accused of killing his parents with alleged Ukrainian links to a plot to assassinate President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Jetliner deal with Qatar and Boeing, Johnson calls out the media for misinformation on Medicaid, Judge indicted

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 129:01


    Rich talks with former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer about President Trump's deal with Qatar, along with other political news of the day. Next, Jim Agresti, president and co-founder of Just Facts.com, tells us what's really happening with Medicaid, and weighs in on the indictment of Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan on charges of helping an immigrant evade ICE agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    P. Diddy case, Property tax and insurance in Florida, Police Week

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 128:50


    Rich discusses the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial with Pastor Jaco Booyens, anti-sex trafficking advocate and head of Jaco Booyens Ministries. Next, former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives Paul Renner comments on insurance reforms in his state, as well as Gov. DeSantis' push for property tax relief. Plus, we observe National Police Week with Lt. Randy Sutton, retired law enforcement officer and author of "Rescuing 9-1-1: The Fight for America's Safety." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    FCC Commissioner on China trade, Final American hostage released from Gaza, Firestorm over child sex trafficking bill in California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 129:01


    Rich is back, to talk about the China tariffs 'reset' with FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington. Next, Jewish News Syndicate CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief Alex Traiman comments on the release of the last American hostage from Gaza, recent attacks by the Houthis, and the relationship between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, an update on the child sex trafficking bill in California from radio host Jennifer Kelly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Guest Host Paul Vandenburgh: Pope Leo XIV, Newark mayor arrested, Tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 128:58


    Rich is off tonight. Paul Vanderburgh (from Talk 1300 in Albany, NY) is filling in and taking your calls on the news of the day. Topics include what to expect from the new pope, the arrest of Newark's mayor while protesting outside an ICE detention center in New Jersey, Trump's tariff plan, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Guest Host Dom Giordano: The new pope, Trade deal with the UK, Trump appoints Jeanine Pirro as top prosecutor in D.C.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 129:07


    Rich is off tonight, with Dom Giordano filling in from Philadelphia. First up, CNN panelist/conservative strategist Scott Jennings weighs in on the news of the day. Plus your thoughts on the new pope, a trade deal with the UK, and President Trump's appointment of Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the top prosecutor in Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Guest Host J.D. Lake: "Rides with Jay Thomas," Energy, Climate change and severe weather

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 129:13


    Rich is off tonight. J.D. Lake from WDAY in Fargo, ND fills in, and welcomes his fellow radio host Jay Thomas, who also has a nationally syndicated TV show. Later, we take a deep dive into the national energy scene with Ron Ness, president of the North Dakota Petroleum Council. Plus, a discussion about climate change and accurately predicting severe weather, as well as a preview of hurricane season, from Justin Storm, meteorologist with Weather 20/20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Media coverage of liberal judges, Meet NYC's newest councilmember, Military transgender ban

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 129:01


    Rich discusses the left wing media's coverage of liberal judges' actions against President Trump with Mike Howell, president of Oversight Project. Next, television and radio commentator Frank Morano talks about what lies ahead in his new role as representative of NYC Council's 51st District. We also hear more on the Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Trump's ban on transgender persons in the military, as well arguments being heard in a historic religious charter funding case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    'Tiger King' Joe Exotic, Tracking China's drones and Iran's nukes, Traditional vaccines

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 129:22


    Rich catches up with the 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic, who calls us from federal prison in Texas. Next, USAF Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt discusses President Trump's quest to dismantle Iran's nuclear program, plus a look at China's advancement in drones. Later, we meet billionaire tech entrepreneur David Centner, co-founder of Centner Academy, for an update on COVID-19 and new rules for vaccines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Buy American, Border issues, Birth of the Republic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 129:12


    Rich looks at the news of the day, including tariffs and why it's important to buy items made in America. Later, we're joined by Art Del Cueto, vice president of the National Border Patrol, for a discussion of the charges piling up against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Plus, award-winning author and motivational speaker Richard Battle talks about his latest book, "AmeriCANS Who Made America! 18th Century-Birth of the Republic." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Guest Host J.D. Lake: Politics, Housing market, Rise Up Kings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 129:18


    J.D. Lake (from our affiliate WDAY in Fargo, ND) is filling in for Rich tonight. First, a conversation with former Congressman and radio host Jason Lewis about the current political landscape. We also get some insight into tariffs and the housing market from longtime real estate mogul Keith Hittner, Sr. Plus, Bob Schemp has the story behind the men's leadership organization Rise Up Kings (RUK), which focuses on Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Committing to a natural resources deal, Consumer confidence, campus protesters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 129:13


    Rich discusses the news of the day, including the signing of a natural resources deal between the United States and Ukraine. We delve into the latest economic news, including this week's report on consumer confidence, with former Trump economic advisor Steve Moore. Later, Rabbi Yaakov Menken, executive vice president of the Coalition for Jewish Values, talks about the deportation of pro-Hamas supporters, many of whom have protested on college campuses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Trump: His first 100 days, Historic low polling for Democratic leadership, AOC for president?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 129:10


    Rich welcomes Ashley Hayek, president at America First Works, for a look at President Trump's accomplishments in the first 100 days of his second term. Later, pollster John McLaughlin breaks down President Trump's approval ratings, in contrast with confidence in Democratic leadership at historic lows. Plus, your thoughts on the border, the potential of AOC running for president, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Illegal aliens, Immigration raid in Colorado, Iran's quest for nukes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 129:03


    Rich discusses immigration, the border, and Trump's first 100 days with former Rep. Mayra Flores (R-TX), along with her campaign to get back into Congress. Next, retired ICE Supervisory Special Agent Victor Avila, author of "Agent Under Fire: A Murder and a Manifesto," weighs in on the roundup of over 100 undocumented immigrants at a makeshift nightclub in Colorado. Plus, we gets thoughts on Russia's temporary ceasefire and Iran's nuclear ambitions from Dr. Rebecca Grant, vice president of the Lexington Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Investigation into Klaus Schwab, Intel leaks, Infamous 'Varsity Blues' scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 129:19


    Rich welcomes journalist and foreign policy analyst Sameera Khan, for a discussion of the Klaus Schwab investigation, and a look at his successor at the World Economic Forum. Next, DNI Tulsi Gabbard recommends charges related to the leaking of classified information; we learn more from Maureen Steele, co-founder of American Made Action. Later, John Wilson, the former president of Staples International, tells how his family was caught up in the USC admissions story in his new book "Varsity Blues: The Scandal Within the Scandal." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Legal matters over deportation, Legislation for school choice in Texas, Low polling numbers for Dem leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 129:11


    Rich talks with former Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol Ron Vitiello about a federal judge's decision to halt her own order regarding the status of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. School choice gets a victory in Texas; we learn more from Walter Blanks, Jr., spokesman for the American Federation for Children. Later, Robert Cahaly, chief pollster and strategist at the Trafalgar Group, fills us in on Democratic leaders polling at historic lows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Small business support for DOGE, Sugar and red dyes, Search engine Google loses case

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 129:14


    Rich discusses small business support for DOGE and other economic items with former Trump campaign senior advisor Bruce LeVell. Next, HHS Secretary Kennedy announced a ban on food dyes this week, and declared 'Sugar is poison;' we get reaction from internationally recognized virologist and immunologist Dr. Robert Malone, author of "PsyWar: Enforcing the New World Order." Later, Robert Bork, Jr., president of the Antitrust Education Project, weighs in on Google losing its ad monopoly case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Russia-Iran partnership, Reaction to the Pope's passing from a Mom For Liberty, Raging wildfire in NJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 128:43


    Rich talks about the strategic partnership between Russia and Iran with Alireza Jafarzadeh, deputy director of the Washington Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran and author of "The Iran Threat." Also, Alexandra Bougher, founder and chair of the Moms for Liberty chapter in Bergen County, NJ, shares her views on news of the day, including the death of Pope Francis and the "Make America Healthy Again" movement. We also get an update on the wildfire in New Jersey from Assemblyman Greg Myhre; he represents the state's 9th District, Later, Col. Josh McConkey, a U.S. Air Force combat physician, talks about the hidden mental crisis facing Generation Z, as well as his best-selling book "Be The Weight Behind The Spear." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Discussions of DOGE and the economy, Deportations and democracy, Death of the pope

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 129:09


    Rich checks in with Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy for an update on DOGE and the economy, plus a look at how Newsmax is doing since its recent IPO launch. Also, a conversation with Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-TX) on news of the day, including Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) traveling to El Salvador to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Later, we note the passing of Pope Francis with Father Frank Pavone, president of the National Pro-Life Religious Council. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Gary Shapley replaced as acting IRS Commissioner, Good Friday, GPT and other A.I.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 129:16


    Rich talks about the replacement of the acting IRS Commissioner with Dennis Kneale, former managing editor at Forbes Magazine and author of "The Leadership Genius of Elon Musk." Next, we observe Good Friday in the company of Anthony Fleming, pastor at Church Alive. Later, a look at how the Trump tariffs might affect the A.I. race between the U.S.and China. Mark Beckman is CEO of the award-winning advertising agency DMA United and author of "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Figures higher in presidential polling, FSU shooting, Funding for public broadcasting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 129:19


    Rich talks with Mark Mitchell, head pollster at Rasmussen Reports, with word of Trump's poll numbers rising after tariffs. Next, a mass shooting at Florida State University leaves two dead and five others injured; we learn more from Dr. Currie Myers, retired sheriff and 'America's Criminologist.' Later, Mike Gonzalez, senior fellow at the Heritage Foundation and columnist at the Washington Examiner, comments on plans from the White House for Congress to ax funding for public broadcasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Congressman introduces bill to pull U.S. out of WTO, Contempt of court?, California lawsuit against Trump administration

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 129:17


    Rich talks with Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI), who has introduced a bill to pull the United States out of the World Trade Organization. Later, a federal judge says he's found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in contempt of court, while California Gov. Gavin Newsom has filed suit against President Trump over tariffs. We discuss those items, and other legal matters with John O'Connor, former assistant U.S. Attorney in North Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Automaker relocating plants to U.S., Anti-trust trial, ADHD

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 129:15


    Rich talks about China ceasing its exports of rare earth minerals and reports of Honda moving plants out of Canada and Mexico with Will Hild, executive director of Consumers First. Next, Allum Bokhari, managing director at the Foundation for Freedom Online, has more on Mark Zuckerberg's testimony at Meta's anti-trust trial. Plus, ADHD in the news with Dr. Vince Callahan, founder of the Florida Institute for Neural Discovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    China trade war, Christians murdered in Nigeria, Clear message from El Salvador's President

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 129:04


    Rich welcomes Steve Moore, former Trump economic advisor and co-founder of the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, to discuss tariffs and the China trade war. Next, we learn more about the brutal genocide of Christians in Nigeria from Jeff King, president of International Christian Concern. Also, El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele visited the White House, and insisted that he won't send MS-13 gang members back to the United States. Maria Herrera Melado, immigration attorney and senior associate with Kivaki Law Firm, gives her analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Helicopter crash, Handling mental health issues, HHS Secretary vows to tackle autism

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 129:01


    Rich talks with former military and state police pilot Mike Hatten about this week's deadly helicopter crash in the Hudson River. Next, a variety of issues with psychotherapist Jill Robin Payne, including managing our mental health through the ups and downs of Trump's tariffs, and HHS Secretary Kennedy's vow to determine the cause of autism. Later, author Jack Watts shares the story behind his latest book, "An American Hero: One Man's Legacy of Fatherhood and Faith." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Economy, Encouraging Congress to extend Tax Cuts & Jobs Act, the EPA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 129:12


    Rich welcomes Rep. Mark Harris (R-NC) for a discussion of the House budget resolution, the SAVE Act, and other news of the day. Later, the Job Creators Network is urging Congress to extend the 2017 Tax Cuts & Job Act; we hear from the group's CEO, Alfredo Ortiz. Plus, Mandy Gunasekara, former Chief of Staff at the EPA and author of "Y'all Fired: A Southern Belle's Guide to Restoring Federalism and Draining the Swamp," gives her assessment of current administrator Lee Zeldin, and offers thoughts on RINO members of Congress who are moving to block President Trump's tariffs strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    "From Mar-a-Lago to MARS," Florida, Florida drug bust, Friction over tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 129:15


    Rich talks with Fox News contributor Nick Adams, author of "From Mar-a-Lago to MARS: President Trump's Great American Comeback." Next, thoughts on the major U.S. Coast Guard drug bust at Port Everglades, Florida from Jonathan Gilliam, former Navy SEAL and FBI agent. Later, we get the latest on the Trump tariffs with Adam Savit, director of the China Policy Institute at the America First Policy Institute. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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